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Moves to bring Fiji back into the Pacific fold are building at a regional leaders' summit, despite Australian and New Zealand opposition to lifting Fiji's suspension sparked by the military regime of Frank Bainimarama. Papua New Guinea has agreed to host talks between Pacific nations later this year outside the auspices of the Pacific Island Forum. A Pacific official told the reporter that the move would require some ''gyrating'' by the forum secretariat, but said the deal was agreed on the sidelines of the forum during a meeting of small island states. In a complicated diplomatic maneuver, this could see Commodore Bainimarama attend the October meeting in PNG, ahead of larger summit known as the African, Caribbean and Pacific (ACP) group, which has traditionally had close ties to the forum. But a wider push to allow Fiji's leader to attend ACP meetings that run consecutively with the Pacific Island Forum was knocked back. Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard, who is in the Cook Islands for the 15-nation summit, has made it clear Australia would not accept Fiji back into the forum until elections are held. However, Ms Gillard said arrangements could change when progress was made in Fiji, including the recent decision to return an Australian High Commissioner to Suva. ''But the key to coming back into the Pacific Islands Forum and to being acknowledged around the world as
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back from where Fiji has been is a return to democracy. It's having an election,'' she said before the forum. Ms Gillard decided to return to Australia following the deaths of five Australian soldiers in Afghanistan. Parliamentary secretary Richard Marles will take over Australia's representation at the forum. The leaders were expected to canvass the Fiji question at a retreat on the island of Aitutaki, a 45-minute flight from the main island. Fiji was suspended from the forum in 2009 after abrogating the constitution. Commodore Bainimarama took power in a coup three years earlier. Opinion
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polls suggest his rule is popular. Tongan Prime Minister Lord Tu'ivakano said the African, Caribbean and Pacific group offered a chance to embrace Fiji. ''We see this ACP as probably a way for Fiji to come in and be more open,'' he said. Nauru President Sprent Dabwido said ''all brothers and sisters in the Pacific'' wanted to come together. ''There are steps being taken by Fiji to show they are willing to come back and the forum must respond,'' Mr Dabwido said. ''They take a step, we take a step. That is the way we like it.'' Asked if this might include drawing Fiji into the Africa meeting, Mr Dabwido said: ''Maybe, we don't know.''
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Room For Reconciliation In Constitution
Arishma Nandni, right, assists Inayat Ali during his submission at Varavu in Ba A call has been made for the government process could be similar to the one to include a reconciliation subsection implemented by the then Qarase-led in the new constitution. government. In his submission to the Constitution "There was a subsection for Commission at the Fiji National reconciliation during the Qarase-led University Ba campus on Tuesday night, government that led to the Ministry of Ba resident Akuila Waqanisau said the Reconciliation being set up. healing process was an important first "Since this government has come into step in building a better Fiji. power there hasn't been any attempt at "My submission is if there is a reconciliation being made and people possibility of reconciliation subsection are still being affected by related issues." in the constitution," said Mr Waqanisau. Responding to Mr Waqanisau's "We know there has been a lot said submission, Commission member about this current government and there Professor Christina Murray and have been many issues in relation to the Professor Satendra Nandan said many challenges faced by this government. people had submitted for truth and "This is in respect to people being justice to prevail in Fiji. intimidated and people being "Some other people have suggested challenged to fist fights. These are the this. We have never had a Truth and issues that affect many people, not only Justice Commission in Fiji and the the people who were actually being healing process is vital to any society," challenged or intimidated but also with said Prof Nandan. their families. Prof Murray said: "In South Africa, "Families were affected in relation to reconciliation doesn't solve all what happened during the coup." problems but it contributes to solving Mr Waqanisau said the reconciliation many problems."
The Fiji Labour Party leader Mahendra Chaudhry said that the Party mourns the death of former Ra Parliamentarian and Party stalwart Sanjeet Maharaj who passed away at his home in Ellington, Ra. Chaudhry says that 58-year-old Maharaj served as President of the National Farmers Union for a number of years and was a staunch advocate of the rights and welfare of cane farmers. He said that Maharaj will be sorely missed by the Party as he was a dedicated Party activist, a very strong grassroots man with his ever ready smile and an extremely popular figure in Ra. Maharaj was also the President of the Ra Soccer Association and President of the Board of Trustees of the Ellington Primary School.
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65Year Old Father Given 16 Years For Rape Of Daughter

A 65-year-old father who raped his mentally ill step daughter will spend the next 16 years behind bars after he was convicted by the Lautoka High Court. Judge Justice Sitabaram Pillai Thurairaja said the victim had to leave the house because of his act and he made her insecure. The Judge also noted that the victim who was less than 15 years old at the time of the incident gave evidence in court through sign language with great difficulties. The court also noted that the victims mother is also not a mentally matured person. The man has been sentenced to 16 years imprisonment and is eligible for parole after serving 13 years.
I-Taukei Language Software For Fiji

Fiji's Ministry of i-Taukei Affairs through the i-Taukei Institute of Language and Culture is currently working on the establishment of software which would contain cultural data in the form of audio recordings, transcribed scripts, digital and video footage. Eight officers are currently documenting Traditional Knowledge and Cultural Expressions in the province of Macuata and this is expected to envisaged in all the villages in the province by June 2013. Commonly known as the Cultural Mapping program, this exercise includes documentation of tangible and intangible cultural data using modern information gathering technology. Data collected includes phonetic or verbal expressions such as stories, legends, words, signs & names; tangible expressions such as material expression of art, handicrafts, carvings, sculptures and pottery; and visual and performing arts or expressions by actions such as dances, plays, ceremonies, rituals, sports and traditional games. The Ministry of iTaukei Affairs permanent secretary Mr Savenaca Kaunisela in a statement said, It is part of Fijis commitment to various international regimes such as the UNESCO 2003 Convention for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage that Fiji ratified on 7th January 2010. He also added that Fiji is taking a lead role in this important area and has contributed significantly towards development of similar programs in other Pacific Island countries. The program has so far been concluded in the provinces of Serua, Namosi, Rewa, Tailevu, Lomaiviti, Ra, Bua, and Naitasiri.
Gillard To Talk Fiji Relations With NZ At Pacific Forum

Prime Minister Julia Gillard will get down to business at the Pacific Islands Forum in Rarotonga, beginning with a discussion with New Zealand leader John Key on diplomatic relations with Fiji. Ms Gillard and Mr Key will weigh how talks with Fiji have progressed and whether some diplomatic ties should be resumed ahead of the island nation's promised 2014 elections. The Australian prime minister will also have meetings on the sidelines with Nauru's President Sprent Dabwido and Papua New Guinea Prime Minister Peter O'Neill, on Australia's moves to reopen asylum seeker processing centres in these two countries. The forum, which started in earnest on Thursday, will see a flying visit by US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton in what's seen as an acknowledgment of China's growing influence in the region. Top Chinese officials are also attending the talks - and it's no secret the two giants are jockeying to be better friends to Pacific nations in terms of aid and development. Fiji - and China's friendship with its military-led government - will be a point of discussion in Ms Clinton's separate talks with Ms Gillard and Mr Key in Rarotonga. The conference ended on August 31.
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A man who admitted stabbing another and causing his death in 2009 has been given a two-year jail term by the High Court in Suva. Ritesh Rams sentence, which includes a one-year non-parole period, was
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handed down by Justice Salesi Temo. Ram, 24, pleaded guilty to stabbing Sunil Kumar in the stomach on December 25, 2009, at a festival in Nakasi. Kumar died on August 10, 2010.
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Hindu devotees conducted the annual firewalking ceremony at the Then India Sanmarga Ikya Sangams Raj Maha Mariamman Temple at Howell Road in Samabula, Suva. The yellow clad devotees pinned with the Trichul (spikes) and faces painted with the sindoor and haldi gained purification to walk in the fire after ten days of holy and sacred fasting and prayer with isolation in the temple. In the days leading to the firewalking ceremony, the devotees followed a path of self-denial and spiritual dedication. The young and old walked along from Nasese to the Howell Road temple after taking a bath in the sea and gaining the blessings and peace from Goddess Mariamman. Thousands gathered at the firewalking ceremony at the temple as the beat of the drums and the holy song captured the ears of the members of the public on the streets. The devotees walked on the hot burning charcoal with the given supernatural blessings by the Goddess Devi Kali Mata. Amongst the drummer (dublaa) was 19-year-old Joeli who followed the footsteps of his father to become a devotee of the Goddess and to gain blessing through Her during the annual ceremony. Joeli Shivam Kumar played the beat
of the dublaa as he walked with other devotees. I have been at the temple since day one and have been spiritually (conditions apply) bonded with the Almighty who has protected us during the test of faith by Goddess Miriamman. Our faith has led us to walk upon the peach of fire and survival through the powerful terms of sacrifice. He said the devotees along the week listened to the tales of the Goddess and enacted the life of the Goddess by Thirkuttu dance a night before. Bad karma over the year must be cleansed so that it does not hinder planting the next years harvest as this prayer is especially for the earth goddess Parvati to gain her blessings for the year. He explained the thrill for the devotees as they overcame the pain and the heat of the fire leaving no marks of the hot charcoals and spikes. We gain the power in spiritual bond which keeps away excruciating pain and the faith of the goddess fights any hardship on devotees. The firewalking ceremony in Fiji each year is celebrated in the month of August upon the site of the full moon call on to the Goddess Miriamman to life in spirit in the holy body of the man who portrays her.
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A man from Kuku, Bau in Tailevu has been sentenced to 14 years in prison for rape and indecent assault. Found guilty on two counts of indecently assaulting and two counts of rape by three assessors, the Suva court heard that the accused continued to assault the victim twice a week for a whole year. The victim was 15 years old and five months pregnant at the time when the assault took place. The victim was living with the accused, who was married, as her parents were away overseas. The court heard that these attacks were often done when the victim and the rapist were alone at home. The victim had complained to her aunt many times, but the aunt did not believe her story. Fed up with the abuse, the victim fled in August 2011 to relatives in Nadi and reported the matter to police. The court told the man that the treatment of the victim was the worst form of abuse coming from a 44-yearold on a teenager. The convicted rapist is eligible for parole after he serves 12 years in prison.
Suvas special administrator Chandu Umaria was served with an eviction notice by the Suva Court. Mr Umaria said this followed a legal proceeding over the occupation of Savita Flats where he resides, which also belongs to Umaria Holdings Limited (UHL) their family business. It is a civil case on a family matter and I am appealing against the decision, Mr Umaria said. It is a legal issue over the occupancy
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'Democracy Has Been Wounded': Former Fiji Coup Leader
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Former Fijian army commander and Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka The man responsible for Fiji's first setback for democracy. two military coups says the series of Major General Sitiveni Rabuka staged coups in the country has been a serious two coups in Fiji in 1987 in an attempt
to reassert ethnic Fijian supremacy. He is due to be a keynote speaker at a conference on democracy at University of Canterbury in New Zealand. "Democracy has suffered it has been wounded. It's up to us to recover from the wounds and move forward," he told the media. He officially apologized for the coups in 2006 saying they were democratically wrong. He said he hopes Fiji's new constitution will be framed to ward against coups. "Hopefully we will come up with a system of government, a constitution, that will prevent future any further military coups," he said. He said the country's culture needed to change to a point where coup-installed governments are no longer accepted by the people. "We just have to put in place, not a system to prevent coups, but an understanding that coup-de-tats are not the way to go in a democratic society," he said.
Housing Authority Urges Public To Purchase Land, Homes

Housing Authority is encouraging members of the public to purchase land. At the Hibiscus Festival, the authority is showcasing models of the different housing units that were being proposed for construction in the Waila city project. "Considering that the housing expo brings together different stakeholders such as easy build kit home builders, house construction contractors and other partners HA is looking at providing those interested in building a house with a home construction loan," Housing Authority spokesperson, Dwain Qalovaki said. Over 1000 people came through the Housing Authority booth to enquire about purchasing a residential lot in the central and western divisions and also to discuss finance options for purchasing either an existing house or to build. "As part of our efforts to encourage those with land to build a house, HA is actively writing to our customers who have purchased a piece of land and have yet to build a house. We are also utilizing events like the Hibiscus that draws a big crowd to speak with people individually to explain how our home construction loan can help them build their house," Mr Qalovaki said. "Housing Authority launched a campaign in the last quarter to engage lot owners to build a house instead of leaving the land idle and renting. This move is in line with encouraging the growth of our national construction sector that will also create employment opportunities for our citizens to be engaged in construction." At the 2012 Budget announcement, Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Commodore Voreqe Bainimarama made a budget announcement that would encourage house construction by introducing the VAT refund scheme. The scheme would essentially encourage the growth of new house construction by allowing people to claim VAT refunds to the value of $120,000 for the construction of a house.
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Coups Can Happen

Constitution Commission Chairman Professor Yash Ghai says the drawing up of a new constitution will not put a stop to the coup culture. He said the hunger for power and the ethnic element were major causes of coups in Fiji since 1987. Prof Ghai said that over the past three weeks many people had expressed their wish for an end to coups. "Some people have said you should put up a constitution that will say there will be no coup, but that will not help," he said. "If the military or anyone for that matter wants to move in then they can because of power and we cannot control them. "We can try to do it but I don't think if we include in the constitution there will be no coups. "If the military wants to come, in such a predominance of force, then they can come in. We have to focus on the social condition or the critical condition under which coups become possible. The two driving forces of the two past coups is through politicians who have lost power. "Secondly, there is the ethnic element. If one ethnic group feels they have lost out, they will try and get some military assistance and even business people may do so if the government policy doesn't suit them. "So, I think to help solve the problem we should have a constitution that responds to people's needs and I think we can participate freely and fearlessly for this new constitution. "I think this is the first constitution, if we get there, anyone can say it is the people's constitution. We should consider the role of military, Fiji doesn't need a huge military for self-defence but Fiji has got quite a worthy contribution to peacekeeping which is good." Prof Ghai said the commission would spend two months meeting and receiving submissions from the people. "Fiji has many resources and has potential and there is no reason why Fiji should not be richer," he said.
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Upgrading Places Of Worship

HIS interest in artwork prompted him to sculpt statues of goddesses and paint temples for Fijians of Indian descent. Shivneil Kumar, 23, a candidate for the Vodafone ATH Fiji Foundation under the World of Difference Program, had not only planned to use his knowledge and skills to help poor people but also upgrade their houses of worship. Last week, Mr Kumar worked with a group of youths in Vunika outside Labasa Town to brighten their temple in preparation for their annual prayers. "I have been painting temples and creating statues since last year and the group had voluntarily offered their assistance to my work," he said. "It might be a small contribution to the society but I know it will benefit the worshippers because they will at least notice an improvement in their house of worship." Mr Kumar thanked the Shree Siddhi Ganesh Mandir worshippers for contributing painting material. He said he was willing to assist the community to upgrade their places of worship because religion was the basis of good character. "I am not only focusing my charity work on upgrading temples but I'm also reaching out to the communities with the knowledge I have," he said. Mr Kumar, who has a Bachelors Degree in medical imaging science, said he also provided free basic health screening to members of the public in Labasa last week. "This is a humanitarian act. As a candidate I will continue to assist the less fortunate ones in society so they will be able to live a better life," he said.
Pure Fiji is currently hosting 23 New Zealand stockists of their products for familiarization and training at their facility in, Vatuwaqa, Suva. This is particularly in the use of their new facial line Pure Fiji Facial Solutions launched recently. Pure Fiji director, Gaetane Austin, said the purpose of this training was to acquaint their stockists with Pure Fiji protocols, products and its use. We have a big spa following in New Zealand with a lot of experienced distributors, she said. Ms Austin said the training was part of their consistent efforts to market
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The Fijian government is not going to make any submission to the Constitution Commission, confirms Attorney General and Elections Minister, Aiyaz-Sayed Khaiyum. Sayed-Khaiyum said they do not see it necessary to make submissions to the Commission which is independent and has been set up to hear the voices of every citizen of the country. Meanwhile, the Constitutional Commission last week said that they might seek for a short extension during the drafting of the constitution.
AG Confirms That Govt Will Not Make Its Submission
Even though we have lost a month due to flooding, we do not want to rush through the public consultations, Constitution Commission Chair, Professor Yash Ghai said. Sayed-Khaiyum when asked of the possibility for an extension said all depends on the Commission's recommendations. If they need an extended time-frame then we will definitely give them a slight extension, he said. The Constitution submission ends on September 30.
Fiji Rejects Proposal For Assisted Suicide Clinic

Fiji's government has turned down a proposal by an Australian euthanasia advocate to set up an assisted suicide clinic there. Dr Nischke previously said the clinic could a considerable source of revenue for Fiji if it went ahead. The government says the proposal was never seriously considered. Fiji's Methodist Church has welcomed the decision. The church's deputy general-secretary, the Reverend Tevita Banivanua, says Fijian Christians would never have supported it. "We agree with the government, that they have taken the right steps," he said. "Maybe we are not like people in Europe that have given freedom for ending life in that way." He says Fiji's Christians believe in leaving death to God. "We are always pro life and whatever that means for each one of us is different. Anything that would help prolong life and to leave it to God to end life that is our position," he told the media.
Most Pacific Island countries would like Fiji return to the Pacific Island Forum. This was revealed by Naurus Foreign Minister in an interview with NZ media, where he said its time for Fijis suspension from the Pacific Islands Forum to be lifted. Dr Kieren Keke said the ongoing suspension is creating a divide within the Forum, of those that are pro the return of Fiji, and those that are not. Fiji was suspended from the Forum in 2009 over concerns there was not a genuine commitment to elections, but Dr Keke believes that is no longer true. He said Fijis exclusion is not helping the Forum. The 43rd Pacific islands Forum opened in Rarotonga in the Cook Islands with ocean issues to dominate the agenda. With a lot of Pacific Island nations
Pacific Countries Want Fiji Back In Forum
depending on the sea for livelihood it is intended to focus on advancing the management and sustainable development of fisheries, energy and tourism for smaller states and ensuring the Pacific voice is heard on an international stage. The media reports that Fiji's outsider status and its promise to hold elections in 2014 are also set to be key issues at the forum. The theme for the annual forum is "Large Ocean Island States - The Pacific Challenge" and will be for three days. The forum's profile will be raised by the expected attendance of US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, while a delegation from China will also attend. Gender equality, including boosting women's rights and roles will also be discussed at the forum.
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these plans. There will also be opportunities for export from Fiji into New Zealand of Fiji Bitter and Bounty Rum when we complete the acquisition of the Fiji brewery and distillery from Fosters, she said. Coca-Cola Amatil the Asia-Pacific bottler of Coca-Cola drinks had earlier this year confirmed plans to proceed with the acquisition of the Fosters Fiji brewing business based in Walu Bay, Suva for around AU$62 million (FJ$112m). Coca-Cola Amatil has also entered into multi-year agreements with Mexicos Grupo Modelo, Denmarks Carlsberg and Americas Molson Coors. This is to distribute a large portfolio of premium beer brands across Papua New Guinea, Fiji and the Pacific Islands. British brewer SABMiller acquired the Australian Fosters group in December 2011. Coca-Cola Amatil had the options of acquiring from SAB Miller the Fosters spirits business, the Australian nonalcoholic beverages business, and the Fiji (and associated Samoan) brewing business. Up until SABMillers takeover of Fosters, Coca-Cola Amatil and SABMiller each held a 50 per cent
Coca-Cola Amatil (CCA) hopes to export beer from Fiji into New Zealand once their acquisition of Fosters Group Pacific Limited is complete.
Coca-Cola Amatils Sydney-based director of media and public affairs, Sally Loane, told New Zealands National Business Review Online of
Fiji's troops serving abroad have donated generously to the Governments rehabilitation efforts for the victims of the two periods of flood that affected most of the Western Division earlier this year. The first battalion serving in Iraq extended a helping hand by giving over $7,402 (USD $4130) towards the Prime Ministers Flood Relief Fund. Warrant Officer Class 2 Timoci Lutu and Warrant Officer Class 1 Waisale Karalo, who are returning from Iraq after serving for over a year, handed the money to Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama at his office in Government Buildings. The head of Government thanked the men for donating to the appeal even though they were serving outside the country during the ordeal.
Fijian Troops In Iraq Extend Helping Hand
We were away on duty when the two floods occurred and we could not assist the same way as many of our brothers in the RFMF did during the floods, WO Class 2 Lutu explained. So the282 officers who were serving in Iraq dug into their pockets and decided to extend monetary assistance, which we brought with us, he said. Mr Lutu said the officers had kept track of what was happening in Fiji through the online media. He said the only way they could assist was through monetary assistance but asserted that the task the soldiers back home took up was not easy. The soldiers are serving under the banner of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Iraq and the 1st battalion, which includes men and women, serve under Colonel Jonasio Mara.
share in Pacific Beverages. In handing over total control of Pacific Beverages to SABMiller, Coca-Cola Amatil agreed to stay out of the Australian beer market until the end of 2013. But Coca-Cola Amatil is allowed to brew and distribute beer in other markets. Coca-Cola Amatil has firmed on its beer plans for New Zealand. This comes after the company announced it would lend Australian Beer Company AU$46m to acquire and expand a brewery in New South Wales, a precursor to a joint venture with familyowned winemaker Casella group. Coke has distribution agreements with Grupo Modelo, Carlsberg and Molson Coors for Papua New Guinea, Fiji and the Pacific Islands, with some Molson Coors brands Coors Light, Carling, Caffreys and Cobra to be distributed to New Zealand. Ms Loane said: There are all sorts of distribution details and things weve nailed down. The beers are definitely on their way. I just cant give you a date, unfortunately, as to when they might arrive. Coca-Cola Amatil (Fiji) already has a strong base from its headquarters in Suvas Laucala Beach Estate. CocaCola Amatil has a similar operation in Papua New Guinea.
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Fiji Begins Talks With Argentina

After establishing official diplomatic ties with Brazil and Peru, Fijis Ambassador to Brazil Cama Tuiloma recently returned from a successful trip to South Americas second-largest economy, Argentina, and expressed great optimism as Fiji and Argentina begins constructing substantive bilateral relations. This approach is seen as a catalyst for formalizing a deeper and mutually beneficial programme of bilateral cooperation, given the shared positions between Fiji and Argentina on areas including multilateral fora, climate change, UN reform and peacekeeping, trade liberalization and South-South Cooperation.
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Bula Foods Boost Exports

The brand Fiji is getting global recognition and Fijians should capitalize on it, says the AttorneyGeneral and Minister for Trade and Commerce, Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum. Speaking at the official opening of the processing and storage complex for Bula Island Food Supplies Limited in Nadi Mr Sayed-Khaiyum said there was uniqueness about Fiji that assisted in Fijis brand name. Fiji cannot compete with big countries like India, China or other places but there is something unique about Fiji, the products that we produce, the water that we have, the environment that we have cannot be replicated so we have to take advantage of that, Mr SayedKhaiyum said. The new complex owned by Australiabased Sonny Naidu would assist the company and local farmers in exporting Fijian products to overseas market. Bula Foods currently exports over 30 different products to Australiaincluding dalo, dalo leaves, frozen cassava, breadfruit, jackfruit, okra, dry coconuts amongst other Fijian made items. Business partner, Mahendra Singh said last year the company exported more than 400,000 kilograms of produce through air freight alone. The companys success is very largely dependent on the many farmers from all over Fiji who work tirelessly to have their produce available to Bula Foods on time each week, he said. Currently, Bula Foods is buying local produce from 200 farmers from across the country. Last year, they paid out $850,000 to these farmers. The complex is expected to bring in over $35 million in gross foreign exchange earnings into the country, a large portion of which would go down to local farmers. The complex would also provide the company an opportunity to greatly boost its weekly output and source additional markets abroad, Mr. Singh said. Mr. Sayed-Khaiyum said many such Fijians such as Mr. Naidu have labored hard for a number of years. Many Fijians have who have lived offshore are now coming back to Fiji because of the policies that have been put in place to give them a hand and overall to help benefit Fiji. The fact now that you have such a facility located in this part of Nadi, probably ten years ago could not have been imagined. We should take someone like Mr. Sonny as a role model to be able to set ourselves the goal and say that we can do the impossible. Fiji and the Fijian people have enormous potential and we can achieve a lot, Mr Sayed-Khaiyum said.
A poultry factory will soon be opening its doors in the Western Division with an initial investment of $6.5 million. Toa Fiji Limited celebrated its groundbreaking ceremony at Uciwai in Yako, Nadroga and construction work is scheduled to begin immediately. Construction will last six weeks. Toa Fiji Limited, managing director, Atilesh Chandra confirmed the poultry factory will also be an opportunity for employment for approximately 200 to 250 people. We are concentrating on the Western Division first since we have Crest Chicken based in the Central Division, he said. We are looking at employing 200 to 250 people in the first stage of the project, and we will expand our employment numbers once we move away from the first stage of the project. Commissioner Western, Commander Joeli Cawaki was the chief guest at the ground-breaking ceremony and thanked Mr Chandra for a motivating idea especially with the chicken shortage experienced country wide. The ground-breaking signifies an important chapter in the history of Fiji, as a new player enters the poultry industry, he said. Government would like to see that Toa Fiji Limited is not only a competitor but a complementary and supplementary company to the two existing poultry companies in the country. We understand the shortage of chicken in the supermarkets and around Fiji
and we welcome Toa Fiji into the industry and to be able to complement the supply of chicken to supermarkets in Fiji. The $6.5m investment is for the first stage of the project which includes the building of hatcheries and the purchasing of chicks for rearing. One of the overall focus of the Government is to grow the economy, and I would like to acknowledge Toa Fiji for coming on board, and to be part of Government in growing the countrys economy, Commander Cawaki said. He said the factorys establishment in the Yako area would help Government reach towards one of its many goals which was to eliminate poverty, as Toa Fiji is looking at providing employment for members of the public. Commander Cawaki addressed Yako villagers, Nakaria and Tabanivono to support the establishment of the poultry factory and to assist Government and the company by providing their support in leasing their land for future developments towards growing the countrys economy. I am pleading with you to show your support towards Toa Fiji and to help the Government in this development and to assist those that have stepped forward to help elevate the situation here at Yako, Nakaria and Tabanivono, Commander Cawaki said. The poultry factory will start with the rearing of more than 200 chicks and the construction of 52 chicken sheds.
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Student Dies In Suva Detention Centre

A 33-year-old Bangladesh national committed suicide in the early morning hours at the Domain Detention Centre in Suva. Authorities confirmed the incident in a statement. Mamtazul Hoque, a citizen of Bangladesh, was detained by immigration authorities for violating the terms of his student visa and was due to be deported to Bangladesh this week. Hoque had been in the country since 2009 on a student visa to undertake studies at the Fiji National University. Government authorities have contacted Bangladesh authorities and Hoques next of kin have also been notified.
A group of Taiwanese indigenous students who are part of an exchange student programme visited the Ministry of I-Taukei Affairs to learn more on Fijis iTaukei culture and traditional practices this morning. Ministry permanent secretary Savenaca Kaunisela briefed the delegation on the role of the ministry, the different programmes they engage in and how the ministry works with relevant
stakeholder to preserve the Itaukei culture and tradition. He said the visit was encouraging for the Ministry in the sense that we will be able to exchange ideas of how we can preserve our culture and maintain our traditions despite the influence of westernisation. The delegation also toured the different departments in the ministry and was briefed on the role of each department.
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The Ministry for Social Welfare will work to increase its benefit coverage for the poor in Fiji with the aim of increasing coverage from 3 per cent to 8 per cent of those in poverty. Poverty in Fiji is estimated at 31 per cent by a recently launched report authored by academic Dr Wadan Narsey. The permanent secretary for Poverty Alleviation Govind Sami said other reforms would address poverty by up skilling children in families living below the poverty line. "We are now targeting households instead of individuals set out by the past criteria," he said. "We will look to identify able-bodied individuals in the households and we will work to help these children graduate with skills to help them find jobs. "This will provide them a pathway to
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work the family out of poverty." Mr Sami said the ministry was looking at a three-year timeline for the graduation scheme, however, if there were cases where there were no ablebodied individuals then different forms of assistance would be rendered. He said 12,647 households had been identified as living in poverty in Fiji. Mr Sami said the Ministry of Social Welfare was also looking at introducing an old age universal social pension program. "This will target older persons aged 70 years and over who are not on Fiji National Provident Fund lump sum payment or paid out from civil service pensions or after care fund will be able to get a certain amount of assistance," he said. He said the ministry had looked at statistics and saw there were 11,000 people who fell into that category.
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An elderly couple of Varavu in Ba is pleading for financial help, claiming their Social Welfare benefits were stopped for no reason, the Constitution Commission heard. With no form of proper income to provide financial stability, Hassan and Rahiman Bibi have been living off other people's charity while facing constant health issues. The couple has also lived in 12 different houses over the past 10 years. Mr Hassan, 73, said people had been kind enough to shelter them but they've had to move on to other places. "Our current home in Ba was given to us by someone who moved to Lautoka but did not want to sell his home," said Mr Hassan. He said this was the sort of help many people had given them; however, their struggle to find shelter had not stopped. "We both have health problems. I suffer from asthma and I need constant medical attention because I have regular attacks while my wife just recently received an operation on her left eye," he said. "We don't have any social welfare assistance and it is a struggle to get money for medication. Most of the time, I can't afford to buy an inhaler so I just rely on tablets which are cheaper." The former PWD labourer said life had been difficult for them since their Social Welfare assistance was stopped over a year ago. They used to receive $70 a month and have not been told why payments have ceased. He said he was grateful for the little that they did receive from family and friends. The couple has two sons living in Lautoka but they prefer to live in Ba. The couple was at Varavu Muslim School on Wednesday during the Constitution Commission visit to Ba. They were one of the first to make submissions and urged the commission to help with their Social Welfare assistance. Commission member Taufa Vakatale noted that people were coming in with their social problems. "They are asking for assistance and I think that they partly or have not fully understood what our role is but we are taking note of their submissions and maybe we can direct their concerns to the relevant government departments," said Ms Vakatale.
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Nationwide Anti-Litter Campaign For Fiji

The Department of Environment will launch a Nationwide anti litter campaign in November and citizens who are found not abiding by the rules will be fined heavy penalties ranging from $40 to $2500. Department of Environment director Jope Davetanivalu said that this operation is intended to address the issue of littering as it has become more of a social ill in the country. During a debrief following the JointOperation Litter Promulgation held last week, Mr Davetanivalu reminded the taskforce of the responsibility ahead and how important the exercise is towards addressing the issue of littering in Fiji. Mr Davetanivalu said that the taskforce has identified a number of individuals and industries that have been issued warnings because they continuously dump waste in rivers and dump heavy metals around the surroundings. Classic example is the Lodoni bus company and excessive oil spills in their garage which is considered to be harmful to the environment, Mr Davetanivalu said. Mr Davetanivalu has confirmed a team of environment officials will be visiting the bus company to talk with officials on ways of disposing these waste materials and be environmentally friendly. Towards the buildup of the National anti-litter campaign in November, the department will organise workshops to create awareness on the litter decree and educate enforcement officers on their roles towards enforcing relevant laws. The taskforce is adamant that through these operations, the general public will be educated of how we can keep Fiji safe and clean.
Yasawa High School Library Boosted By Visit

The Library Services of Fiji this week donated library books, tables and chairs to the Yasawa High School as part of its literacy program which is being conducted in rural schools around the country. Library Services librarian Taina Juta said that more than one thousand dollars worth of library assistance was given to Yasawa High School. Since taking over as the manager of this high school in 2008, this is the first time for such a visit by the Library Services of Fiji and we are so fortunate because literacy is an important part of education especially to rural school like ours said the Yasawa High School manager Mr Jone Toe. Mr Toe said that there are 125 students and 12 teachers at the school and the donation by the Library Services will surely benefit everyone. As a retired school teacher I know the importance of library books to childrens education at all levels like primary school, secondary schools and tertiary level. On behalf of all villages in the Yasawas and students and teachers of the school, we are very much thankful to government for this initiative.
Police Officers Awarded UN Medals

Thirty Fijian police officers in peacekeeping duties with the United Nations (UN) Mission in Liberia were awarded UN Service Medals. Fijis Police Commissioner Brigadier General Ioane Naivalurua and the Officer-in-Charge of the UN Police Commissioner's office, Sajjad Afridi was on hand at the ceremony in Liberia to award the officers. Fiji Police spokeswoman Ana Naisoro said Fiji's contingent became eligible for these medals having met the requirements of service in the field. In awarding the officers their medals, Afridi thanked the Fiji contingent for the dedication, commitment and integrity that Fijian peacekeepers have shown in Liberia since the mission first started in 2004. Commissioner Naivalurua thanked the officers on behalf of the Fiji government thanking them of enduring the hardships of being away from family and home in order to serve the country. Naivalurua will continue on to Juba in South Sudan to undertake a similar exercise in relation to Fiji's participation in the United Nations Mission in South Sudan.
Air Pacific, Fijis International Airline has added a direct Suva - Port Vila service to its international network. The non-stop, once-a-week direct service on Sundays between the capitals of Fiji and Vanuatu will be operated by the airlines wholly owned subsidiary Pacific Sun using its forty-two seat ATR42-500 aircraft. The move is in line with the airlines commitment to catering for the demands of its customers. The new direct service provides reduced travel times for customers and increases the number of travel options between the two cities to three days a week. We heard the request from our customers loud and clear, and were delighted to now offer direct service between Suva and Port Vila, said Dave Pflieger, CEO & Managing Director of Air Pacific. Were confident our weekly direct service will be tremendously beneficial to regional students, academics, and of course the many regional and inter-
Air Pacific Launches Direct Suva Port Vila Service
government organisations who work in both countries. Air Pacifics direct service is being celebrated with the introduction of great year-round return fares starting from FJD522 / VUV20500 all inclusive and available for purchase direct from the airlines website, Reservations Centre, and various Sales Offices. The return fare of F$522, which is available year-round, is 30% cheaper than two one-way fares. It includes a light meal, beverages, and a baggage allowance of 23 kg on board the 42-seater ATR aircraft. The first direct flight between the two capitals is scheduled for Sunday 16th September. The three-hour flight will operate weekly departing Suva on Sundays at 9:30am and arriving in Port Vila at 11.30am. It will depart Port Vila on its return journey to Suva on Sundays at 12.15pm, arriving in Suva at 4:05pm. Other international connections are from Nadi.
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had affected the livelihood of villagers because they couldn't take farm products to the market. "We are requesting the government to provide a franchise shipping services to the people of Yasawa like they have for Lau, Lomaiviti and Kadavu provinces," he said. "We are now using commercial boats for transportation because we don't have any other option." Malakati village headman Laisiasa Revaiwai echoed similar sentiments. Lautoka Yasawa district officer Ruth Atu said the government was doing its best to assist the islanders overcome the problem. "We are aware of the problems faced by the people of Yasawa and we have put forward a request to have franchise shipping in the islands," he said. "At the same time we have also discussed with a hotel operator in Yasawa for a commercial boat to assist the villagers. "A commercial boat is operating two days per week covering the area that used to be serviced by the Bawaqa." Mr Tui said some villagers paid more than $500 for transportation expenses from Yasawa-i-Rara to Lautoka. Constitution Commission Chairman Professor Yash Ghai said from their observation, the problem was a critical one.
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Flashback ... the sinking of the Bawaqa in 2009 has forced the people of Yasawa to resort to costly hire boats to transport their produce to the mainland. Three years after the sinking of the Bawaqa, the people of Yasawa are desperate for a shipping service to ensure their livelihoods. Their problems with transportation were made known to the Constitution Commission team during its trip to the islands last week. Yasawa-i-Rara native Peni Tui said villagers have been hit hard with high hire boat fares. He said despite numerous requests during the district and provincial meetings nothing had been done to solve the problem. The Bawaqa, formerly known as the Katavatu, used to service the islands until it hit the reef near Viwa and sank in September 2009. Mr Tui said the transportation issue
Investment To Create 200 New Jobs

Investment Fiji has approved a $100million worth application from an American company to start a waste management business in Viti Levu. This was confirmed by Investment Fiji chairman Adrian Sofield who said the investment should create about 200 new jobs. The proposal from the company is to collect rubbish across the country, which includes villages and rural areas. Mr Sofield said the company would use incinerators and landfills only if they did not collect enough rubbish to burn. He added the company, which had been in the business for over 20 years in America and Mexico, would also generate gas from the rubbish and in turn produce electricity for their own use or for sale to the national grid. The investment proposal, Mr Sofield said, not only was environmentally friendly, technologically advanced but would also create awareness on waste management. The company is expected to sign a memorandum of understanding with the Lautoka City Council in the near future. Meanwhile, Investment Fiji chief executive Ravuni Uluilakeba said efforts were being made to increase local investments. Mr Uluilakeba said local investors comprised about 10 per cent of all investments in the country. Mr Uluilakeba said efforts to create a seamless process for foreign investors were being made. The tier one agencies Investment Fiji, Immigration Department, Fiji Revenue and Customs Authority and the Reserve Bank of Fiji were all now online. The next phase was to bring the tier two agencies such as the city councils, the iTaukei Land Trust Board, Lands Ministry and Fiji National Provident Fund online as well. These agencies' approvals are needed for investment proposals.
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Airports Fiji Limited is banking on good weather to complete the proposed $1.8million upgrade of the Labasa airport. AFL general manager Lawrence Liew said they needed continuous good weather to ensure work was completed within the specified time. He said the company's project engineer and management visited the quarry where the raw material was sourced for resurfacing works. "We have hired a contractor, Road Sealing Services Limited, to carry out the project and it will be under the close supervision of AFL," Mr Liew said. "The contractor has already started to cart the equipment from Suva with the raw material parked next to the airport." He said work was expected to be completed by September 13. "With the completion of this upgrade works, customers can be assured of a trouble-free runway for at least a period of three years," he said. "AFL apologizes to all residents in Vanua Levu for the inconvenience caused but this re-texturing of the runway project must be necessarily carried out due to the fast deterioration of the runway surface."
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Ambassador Teleni Presents Credentials In The Democratic People's Republic Of Korea

Fijis Ambassador to the Peoples Republic of China, HE Mr Esala Teleni recently presented his credentials to the President of the Presidium of the Supreme Peoples Assembly, HE Mr Kim Yong Nam, at the Mansudae Assembly Hall in Pyongyang City, DPRK. The Fiji Mission in Beijing is officially accredited to the DPRK. Following the presentation of credentials, President Kim Yong Nam, warmly congratulated Ambassador Teleni on his new appointment and extended his deep appreciation to the Government of the Republic of Fiji for its commitment and vision in developing the Fiji and DPRK bilateral relations to new heights. President Kim further informed Ambassador Teleni that Fiji is the first country in the Oceania/Pacific region to have its Ambassador to the DPRK an indication of goodwill to strengthen bilateral relations with the DPRK. President Kim stressed at the meeting that the DPRK is promoting relations of economic, social and political cooperation with different countries of the world under the ideals of independence, peace and friendship the cornerstone of the countrys foreign policy. He went on to highlight that the DPRK has been closely following developments in Fiji, most notably its recent admittance as a member of the Non-Alignment Movement (NAM) in for accepting Fiji as a sovereign state, culminating in the presentation of his credentials. He further acknowledged the support, hospitality and genuine friendship accorded to him and his team during his short visit to the DPRK. Ambassador Teleni also briefed President Kim on Fijis commitment to its Look North Policy, Fijis membership of NAM, Governments Roadmap to Democracy and to the upcoming General Election in 2014. He further highlighted that Fiji is pursuing a path of transforming its strategic international relationship based on the principles of respect for independency, sovereignty, non-interference, peace and partnership. In his closing remarks, Ambassador Teleni assured President Kim that he is looking forward to set up the necessary platform to foster and build mutual cooperation and confidence between DPRK and Fiji. Ambassador Teleni visited DPRK from August 20 to 24, 2012 and was accompanied by First Secretary, Mr Josefa Tuima. Apart from the presentation of credentials, Ambassador Teleni met with DPRKs Minister for Foreign Affairs, Vice Minister for Trade, Chief of Protocol and the External Affairs Committee/ DPRK Friendship Association in Pyongyang to explore potential areas for bilateral cooperation between Fiji and DPRK in future.
2011. As a long-standing member of NAM, the DPRK strongly supports Fijis membership and is looking forward to collaborate with Fiji in realising the principles and objectives of NAM. As the DPRK ushered into a new era of rebuilding its economy through industrial revolution and reforms, President Kim mentioned that joint cooperation through increased highlevel visits, dialogue and exchanges is inevitable for generating opportunities and strengthening bilateral relations
between Fiji and the DPRK. President Kim concluded his remarks by conveying his best wishes to the Government and the People of the Republic of Fiji. He stressed that the presentation of credentials ceremony is a historic and significant one marking a new chapter between the two sovereign states history. It pioneers the path for development of our two great nations bilateral relations into the future. In response, Ambassador Teleni extended his gratitude to the Government and people of the DPRK
Youths Encouraged To Make Submissions

Youths present at the launch of the National Youth Day celebrations in the Northern Division were urged by the Minister for Youth and Sports, Viliame Naupoto to make submissions to the Constitutional Commission. Minister Naupoto said that in normal circumstances, youths are a dynamic part of every society and are full of what some high school students term as vim, vigour, verve and vitality! (The four Vs of youth.) Youths are energetic and enthusiastic about life, hence their active participation in physical sports such as rugby, netball, soccer, boxing, and athletics and so on, Minister Naupoto said. Youths are, above all, revolutionary. They would like to see this world change socially, culturally, politically and technologically. Alluding to this years theme, My Identity, My Talent, My Tomorrow Youths as Agents for Positive Change the Minister said that the theme reaffirmed the need to accept that our youth are instrumental towards Fijis development and it is imperative to develop their full potential and their active participation in national development. This is one of the reasons why the voting age is being lowered to 18 years to allow young people to actively participate in the nation building process, Minister Naupoto said. Minister Naupoto also called on youth development partners to come together and address the many challenges facing our youth. It is in this spirit that Cabinet at its meeting in June endorsed a National Youth Policy and approved the establishment of a multi-sector taskforce to provide advisory on the implementation of the policy, Minister Naupoto said. This year, government demonstrated its commitment for youth by upgrading the Department of Youth and Sports into a fully-fledged Ministry. The Minister added that he was proud to be given the responsibility to be Minister in charge of the young people of this nation as he believes that our youth have potential and through capacity building can effectively contribute to society. Programs are also underway this week in Lautoka and Suva to cater for the Western and Central/Eastern Divisions.
Need For New Pilots

Good news for local airmen and engineers as aircraft manufacturers Boeing releases a statement forecasting the need for hundreds of thousands of qualified professionals over the next two decades. A statement released by the world's biggest aero plane producer said an unprecedented growth in air travel in the Asia-Pacific region would see the need for 185,600 new pilots and 243,500 new technicians through to the year 2030. According to an aviation industry respected forecast, the 2012 Boeing Pilot and Technician Outlook said China would have the largest demand in the region with vacancies for 71,300 pilots and 99,400 technicians over the next 20 years. "This great need for aviation personnel is a global issue, but it's hitting the Asia-Pacific region particularly hard," said Bob Bellitto, global sales director, Boeing Flight Services. "Some airlines are already experiencing delays and operational interruptions because they don't have enough qualified pilots. "Surging economies in the region are driving travel demand. "Airlines and training providers need new and more engaging ways to fill the pipeline of pilots and technicians for the future." The Boeing outlook projects that North East Asia will need 18,800 pilots and 26,500 technicians over the next 20 years and South East Asia would require 51,500 pilots and 67,400 technicians. The Oceania region will need 12,900 pilots and 17,100 technicians and South West Asia will need 31,000 pilots and 33,100 technicians. "As an industry, we have to get the next generation excited about working in the field of aviation," said Mr Bellito. "We are competing for talent with alluring hi-tech, software and mobile companies and start-ups. "We're working hard to showcase our industry as a truly global, technological, multi-faceted environment where individuals from all backgrounds and disciplines can make a significant impact," Mr Bellitto said. Along with the increased need for pilots and maintenance technicians, Boeing also said the Asia Pacific region also led the demand for new commercial aircraft deliveries over the next 20 years, with 12,030 new aircraft needed by 2031.
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Fijis Foreign Minister Ratu Inoke Kubuabola said that Iran and Fiji will sign a memorandum of understanding to establish diplomatic relations between the two countries. Fijis foreign minister is in Tehran to participate in the Non-Aligned Movement ministerial meeting. Speaking to IRNA at Imam Khomeini international airport, he said during his stay in Tehran he will visit Irans Foreign Minister Ali Akbar Salehi to sign the MoU for the first ever time to form diplomatic relations with the Islamic Republic of Iran. He expressed the hope that the MoU would prepare ground for opening of Fijis consulate office in Tehran. Fiji is among new member of NAM which joined the world body last year, he said. Fiji is now moving forwards to experience democratic system and
Iran, Fiji To Establish Diplomatic Relations
in the 16th NAM summit is to make use of advices and comments of other member states to this end, he said. During the two-day ministerial meeting, foreign ministers of the NAM nations are to review a draft statement ratified by experts of some 120 NAM members during a meeting. The document included major issues such as the fight against imperialism and racism, avoiding occupation and military aggression against NAM states, stressing the need for a world free from nuclear weapons and weapons of mass destruction and respecting the rights of all world countries to pursue peaceful nuclear energy. After being discussed at the ministerial meeting, the draft would be finalized at the 16th NAM summit. The Summit of Leaders that will last two days is slated for August 30-31.
Felix Anthony To Be Disciplined For Comments - Chaudhry
Taiwan Exchange Students In Fiji

University students from seven tribes across Taiwan encountered traditional Fijian living when they paid a visit to historical heritage site of Navala Village in the Ba Highlands. Group spokeswoman Matilde Hong said the groundbreaking cultural exchange tour was organised with the iTaukei Affairs Ministry, USP, Executive Yuan's Council of Indigenous Peoples (CIP) of the Republic of China (Taiwan) and the Taipei Ricci Institute. The 15 students are representative of seven Taiwanese tribes Paiwan, Amis, Bunun, Saisiat, Taroko, Rukai and Tau. "Our aboriginal students shared their tribes' dances and songs with the Navala Village people. The visit has enabled students to gain first-hand knowledge and experience of culture, tourism development and economic policies concerning indigenous peoples," Ms Hong said. "Our group aims to learn and share as much as possible about various development schemes and policies that can further indigenous culture and tourism which they can take back with them to Taiwan." Ms Hong said the cultural exchange program was mutually beneficial because while the Fijian community learnt about Taiwanese culture, they would also take Fijian cultural traditions and knowledge back to Taiwan to share with students there. "Not only do we hope that our group will take a lot back to Taiwan in terms of experience with Fijian people, we also hope to share Taiwan's aboriginal cultures and traditions with the groups we meet in Fiji. "We sincerely hope this exchange will further facilitate future interactions and opportunities both for Taiwan and Fiji." FTUC National Secretary Felix Anthony and Leader of the Fiji Labour Party Mahendra Chaudhry The leader of the Fiji Labour Party the leader only. Mahendra Chaudhry confirmed that He said those who were in the party rules will now apply in relation FLP meeting would have observed to the public statement made about the the father-and-son, Mahendra and party by the FLP delegate for Vuda and Rajendra Chaudhry, domination on party member Felix Anthony. each and every discussion and allowed Chaudhry said this process will now be little room for anyone else to have their undertaken. say. Felix Anthony has released a statement Felix Anthony said the Labour Party titled FLP no longer represents will become irrelevant and is on a workers as the national secretary of downward slide. the Fiji Trades Union Congress. He said the party will see its demise in Anthony has revealed that he walked a very short span of time. out of the Fiji Labour Party annual He claimed that Rajendra Chaudhry is delegates conference last weekend FLPs legal advisor and now the party over what he terms as frustration as he spokesperson and Anthony said the witnessed firsthand the practices and possible succession of Rajendra as the operations of the party. leader is an absolute disaster. Anthony claimed that he had Mahendra Chaudhry said the election discussions with FLP Leader Mahendra of the office bearers of FLP had to take Chaudhry before the conference and an place as the positions had to be filled. agreement was reached that the election He said the problem is Anthony did not of the party office bearers be deferred like that his idea did not get the support as consultations were needed to get of the delegates. credible people to take up the positions. Chaudhry said Anthony should also be He said he highlighted his concerns civil in his statements when he speaks on the fact that many well educated, about the party officials as they have professional and people of good done a lot for the party. standing have over the period left FLP Chaudhry said it is wrong to say that he because he said there is no tolerance and Rajendra Chaudhry dominated the for debate, opposing views and any discussions in the conference. questions are interpreted as a challenge Chaudhry said Anthony also seems to to the leadership. be obsessed with Rajendra Chaudhry Anthony said when the conference as he said Rajendra is not the official started; the election process went legal adviser and party spokesman. ahead although there was an agreement Chaudhry said Anthonys statement reached earlier. is not an official statement from the Anthony said the current lineup of FLP Fiji Trades Union Congress however officials is weak and according to him FTUC president Daniel Urai has just none of the officers have shown real confirmed that it is an official FTUC commitment to the party other than to statement.
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Thakur Ranjit Singh Enters NZ Media Industry

It is no doubt that we have had the New Zealand media doing unbalanced and biased reporting towards Fiji, on more than a number of occasions. But now, we have a proud Fijian who has taken the challenge to open an event management, public relations and media communications company in New Zealand called Media Relations Limited. He is none other than Fiji Suns regular contributor, former publisher of Daily Post and community worker in Auckland, Thakur Ranjit Singh. A Fijian Auckland University of Technology scholar, Thakur Ranjit Singh graduated in 2011 with Masters in Communication Studies with Honours. He was the 2011 recipient of the Spasifik Magazine Prize and Storyboard Award for Diversity Journalism, honouring his work with Pacific Scoop. The award was given to a graduating journalist who has shown outstanding reporting of ethnic issues and cultural diversity in New Zealand. The advantage with me in going into promotions, communications and event management business is that I have the best of both worlds, he said. Being a Fijian, my heart is in Fiji while I also appreciate and understand New Zealand market, media, their politics and other issues. I can take them head on to promote Fiji, which I already do as a media commentator and a person who holds dual Kiwi/Fiji citizenship. Mr Singh believes he can now add value to Fijian businesses, government agencies and other organisations attempting to break into and reach New Zealand market. Now we have a Fijian who understands both Fiji and Kiwi market and can be a good intermediary to promote Fiji in New Zealand and vice versa, or help in procuring any other form of assistance that promotes economic activity in Fiji, he said. With decades of work experience in Fijis trade, industry, commerce and media, I am well equipped to help fellow Fijians feel comfortable in New Zealand market. I am available to help bridge the two close neighbours that will be mutually beneficial to both the parties, he said. The website of his company: www. mediarelations.co.nz gives further details of services he could provide. He said Media Relations Limited was available for service to Fiji companies and organisations wishing to reach out to New Zealand market, services or facilities and his business borders on community service, because it is borne with that intention. Therefore if you wish to reach New Zealand, I have the advantage of being a window to my community, Fijians, Indians, ethnic communities and any niche market, Mr Singh said. Mr Singh believes in 10 to 20 years time, more than 50 per cent of Aucklands population would be from an ethnic background. But he said cultural diversity was not reflected in mainstream media newsrooms. Media should reflect the colour of the country, but unfortunately for New Zealands foreign-owned mainstream media, that isnt the case, Mr Singh said. Mr Singh is a regular contributor to ethnic papers in Vancouver, Sacramento, San Francisco, and Brisbane and has written for a number of publications and news agencies, which include the Pacific Media Centre, New Zealand Herald, Indian Newslink, Fiji Sun and the Fiji Times. He is also involved in Waitakere Indian Association and Waitakere Ethnic Boards community initiatives. Mr Singhs thesis was content analysis of the Fiji Times during one year rule of Peoples Coalition Government in 1999-2000, leading to Speight coup to show how media, the last bastion of democracy, can lead to its downfall through irresponsible and First Worlds conflict journalism that used to be practiced in Fiji. Mr Singh also won a previous award with AUT and Pacific Islands Media Association (PIMA) for its Pasifika Postgraduate Scholarship in 2009 to undertake his media studies.
Fiji Eyes Agreement With UAE'S Airlines

The Fijian Prime Minister, Commodore Voreqe Bainimarama wants to discuss an open-skies agreement with United Arab Emirates (UAE) airlines that will open up South American nations to his country. In the first official visit by a Fijian premier to the Emirates, Commodore Bainimarama will hold five days meetings with various authorities. In Abu Dhabi, he will also open the first Fijian embassy in the region. The new Fijian Ambassador to the UAE, Robin Nair, said the Prime Minister hoped to hold talks on issues including military co-operation, education and political ties. The UAE is the hub of the Middle East, Mr Nair said. Politically, the UAE is perhaps the most stable Middle East country, including among Gulf States. Opening the first diplomatic representation in the Middle East is in conformity with Fijis new directions in foreign policy, which is to diversify and broaden international partnerships. The Foreign Ministers assistant for economic affairs, Khalid Ghanim Al Ghaith, said the UAE was keen to enter an Open Skies agreement with Fiji. This will boost the tourism sector in Fiji and increase connectivity between the two countries and sub regions Mr Al Ghaith said. With the policy in place, the UAE intends to link Fiji to countries in South America such as Chile, Peru or even Brazil, which will be of great benefit to both Fiji and the UAE. Mr Nair said the Fijian Government was interested in airline partnerships. We have spoken with Emirates and are also in talks with Etihad, he said. Theyre very close to circumnavigating the globe. Fiji needs more airlines to bring tourists and businesspeople, especially from newer markets such as from the Middle East and Europe. Both already fly into the region, with Emirates and Etihad flying into Australia, and Emirates into New Zealand. There are possibilities of negotiating piggybacking on to these services to fly in and out of Fiji, too. Mr Nair said Commodore Bainimarama also hoped to discuss visa rules between the UAE and Fiji. We encourage reciprocally supplying visas on arrival and we want to extend that to UAE citizens, he said. If an agreement is reached during the prime ministers visit next week it might be put into place immediately, Mr Nair said. Fiji is also keen to introduce a defence attach to the mission in Abu Dhabi, he said. The Fijian military has been in the region since 1978, taking part in peacekeeping missions. There is much scope for diversifying our cooperation and military training, and to find niche areas of cooperation and training of our military with the UAE Armed Forces, Mr Nair said. There is a lot of commonality in tradition between RFMF [Royal Fiji Military Forces] and UAE Armed Forces, both having been initially schooled in British traditions. We hope to attract a defence attach to be posted here to look after the needs of our troops in the region and also to establish relations with the well-trained UAE armed Forces.
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Bua Port Goes International

The Cabinet approved the declaration of the Galoa Port in Bua province as a new sufferance port of call that can also accommodate international shipping vessels coming to Fiji, for the purpose of international trade. A sufferance port is one that is licensed and attended by Customs authorities. Cabinet has also agreed that the Galoa Channel be declared as a pilotage area. Cabinet based its decision on a submission by the Minister for Works, Transport and Public Utilities, Captain (N) Timoci Lesi Natuva. Galoa port is located half way between Labasa and Nabouwalu and it is connected through a feeder road to the Labasa Nabouwalu Highway. The port operator for the Galoa port is Aurum Exploration Limited (XINFA), the company which was awarded the contract to mine and extract bauxite in Nawailevu mining site in Bua for export purposes. The Minister said that the declaration of Galoa Port as a sufferance port of call and the Galoa Channel as a pilot area will also ensure that more safety measures are put in place in Galoa Bay as well as along the channel towards the port. These safety measures shall include ATONS (Aids to Navigations) as well as tug and pilot services to ensure the safety of vessels when entering or departing from the port, Minister Natuva said. He said that safety should always remain a paramount focus for any international port in Fiji so that international vessels can feel safe when coming to Fiji for international trade purposes. Five ports in Fiji have already been declared sufferance ports. They are Dravuni Wharf in Ono, Kadavu; Ellington Wharf in Ra; Denarau port in Nadi, Yasawa-I-Ra in Yasawa; and Nabouwalu in Bua. Seven ports that have already been declared as international port of call are: Suva Port, Lautoka Port, Levuka Port, Wairiki Port, Malau Port, Rotuma Port, and Savusavu Port.
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Fiji Does Not Need An Election

Holding a general election will not solve Fiji's social and political problems, says former National Federation Party member Rajendra James. Mr James told the Constitution Commission in Lautoka that the government administration was doing a good job addressing the people's needs. "Having another general election will not make any difference right now for us. There are more important things that need to be addressed than holding a general election," said Mr James. "What Fiji needs at the moment is good education standard, infrastructure improvement and that is what the current administration is doing very well." Mr James said there was nothing wrong with the administration and that they should not be changed. "What is wrong with the current administration that has been looking after the affairs of Fiji for the past six to almost seven years? "They have given us the Old is Gold concept by providing our elderly citizens with meal vouchers, shopping vouchers and public transport allowance. "Schoolchildren are getting free bus fares and the Fiji Sugar Corporation is getting much-needed financial boost to help it get back on its feet. "Those people who were given the $86million responsibility to upgrade the four sugar mills are not talking right now. Where are they now? "What happened?" Mr James urged the commission to put together a roadmap that would assist the government. "The Constitution Commission has the powers to draw out a roadmap for Fiji but I still maintain Fiji does not need a general election at the moment," he added.
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Two married men have been handed three-year jail terms by the High Court in Suva after being convicted of one count of abduction each. High Court judge Justice Paul Madigan ordered that Koseni Sausau, 33 and Semiti Ravai, 38 serve a 28- month term before they are eligible for parole. The incident happened in Nausori on October 17, 2009. The court heard that there was a dispute between the two accused and the victim who all worked together for the same company as to the use of $500 which had been misappropriated.
Jail Term For Abduction
Justice Madigan in passing the sentence said Sausau and Ravai allegedly forced the victim into their car before driving away. They allegedly dropped the victim off after assaulting him. In sentencing the two accused, Justice Madigan took into account the fact that the victim was taken away from his family during a religious celebration. He said both men took the law into their own hands. The court, after a two-week trial, found both the accused guilty of the offence and convicted them accordingly.
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Can Fiji Navigate The Asian Century And An Anglosphere To Be The Singapore Of Pacific?
Continued From Last Week By Dr.Gopal Nair Thornleigh, NSW, Australia Third, a cacophony of paeans to Asian Century offers enormous opportunities and creates challenges for Fiji in equal measure. The strategic US response to the rise of Asia is expressed as a counter-assertion that it will also be Americas Pacific Century. The incumbent US administrations socalled pivot to Asia has highlighted the profound shifts in diplomatic and geopolitical alignments that have taken place since President Obamas came to power. The GFC crisis, the sluggish American economy and the Eurozone crisis stand in stark contrast to the steady dominance of Chinese and strengthening Indian economies. These economies are expected to become the largest and third largest economies, together with the US, within a decade in terms of PPP. Fiji has historical and cultural connections with these countries. It must set aside myopic policies and xenophobia in order to seize the opportunity for preferential trade arrangements with these emerging giants, where more than a third of humanity resides. The opportunities for two-way trade with these countries are enormous but it does not have to be at the expense of existing trading blocks in the Anglosphere. Fiji has recently shown clever management of its foreign affairs and it has the capacity to navigate both spheres of influence adroitly. By July 2012, to contain Chinese presence, the regional powers (Australia and NZ) had no choice but to restore diplomatic representation with Fiji after US had recognized Fijis strategic importance by pursuing a more independent policy. It had already opened up renewed dialogue with Fiji in October 2010. Without sacrificing its traditional friends in the Anglosphere, Fiji has already gone much further with its look north policy in terms of increasing its level of integration with Asia. This policy is not inconsistent with the aspirations of the preeminent regional power. Fourth, Fiji would not be wrong in positioning itself as a deliberate choice of an effective tax haven in the region. This could involve significant reforms and further tax incentives to lure foreign investments by: Capping personal and corporate income tax rate at 20% Taxation of all income derived entirely within Fiji Removal of capital gains tax on all assets except speculative land dealings Removal of any death duty or inheritance taxes Setting an appropriate threshold for investment and strengthening foreign investment guidelines to entice greater foreign investments Strengthening and modernizing banking, corporation and taxation legislations Establishing stringent prudential controls and independent oversight of financial markets Creation of a viable offshore financial centre by updating and strengthening of banking regulations, especially its secrecy provisions to guarantee security and confidentiality. Creation of a commercial environment free from corruption and abhorrence of fiscal crimes Fifth, to intensify nation-building efforts, Fiji must give hope and arrest the continued departure of its citizens to other countries. It has to find ways of incentivizing Fijis Diaspora to return and make a contribution to nationbuilding. Offers of dual citizenship, tax benefits and other fiscal incentives are helpful but leadership must provide certainty and lasting confidence that the country would not revert to vigilantism and lawlessness. Fiji needs to re-conceptualize its notion of citizenship away from the traditional view of the rights and obligations of the state and its citizenry towards a more nebulous and horizontal view of 21st Century citizens. It must accept global citizens live and work in environments mediated not only by the state but, increasingly, supranational entities, trans-national corporations, NGOs, NPOs and networks of civic organizations. To exercise their freedom and a sense of agency they must be empowered with education and technical skills to imagine the interdependency of a globalised world that offers great opportunities but demands even greater commitment to political, socio-cultural, economic or environmental obligations of the state. Sixth, to aspire to be a developed, free market, sophisticated economy Fiji has to have more than highly skilled workforce. It must have advanced infrastructure, low levels of taxation, corruption-free commercial environment, commitment to the rule of law, freedom of speech and good governance. Transparency International rates Singapore as one of the least corrupt nations and the business community regards its judicial system as the best in Asia, along with Hong Kong. Amnesty International reminds us of its mandatory death sentence for murder, drug trafficking and some firearms offences. It excoriates its lack of freedom of speech and restricted freedom of assembly requiring a police permit for gatherings of more than five people, and decries the fact that protests have to be confined to
a speakers corner. Surely these are matters for Singaporeans and western societies are hardly in a position to lecture. They are tainted by centuries of revolutions, wars, organized violence, exploitation of other countries, slavery and racism. Since 9/11, many western countries have introduced draconian terrorist laws that impinge on the rights of their citizens and free movement of people. The notion that rich western nations have all the answers to or will solve all global problems is a fallacy. To succeed, Fiji must chart its own destiny, aim to be the standard bearer in the Pacific so it can become the poster boy for decency that it once was. In sum, it took some three decades for Singapore to uproot its past and turn itself into a vibrant, highly developed, modern economy that is the envy of the world. It is the second freest economy in the world with AAA credit rating. As a leading financial centre it is ranked fourth and it is also the fourth largest foreign exchange trading market after London, New York and Tokyo. It justifiably boasts the highest level of income equality in the developed world, with most number of millionaires. These statistics account for its stability despite being a hybrid culture where major ethnic groups enjoy religious freedom and retain their four languages as official. Its other achievements are too numerous to mention here but one fact remains indisputable: Singapores successes are directly related to its valorization of education and meritocracy. There is no better example for Fiji to emulate and there is every reason for it to learn from the successes of this tiny Asian giant killer. Gopal Nair PhD is a Sydney-based, freelance writer and commentator. The opinions expressed herein are his and do not in any way represent the views of the publisher(s). Sydney, August 2012
Keeping Pools And Public Beaches Safe This Summer

Swimming is a lot of fun, but drowning is a real danger. Approximately 80 people die every year in British Columbia as a result of drowning. Drowning can happen fast, sometimes in less than 2 minutes after a persons head is under water. Many drownings and near-drownings occur accidentally and accidents can happen anytime. Swimming and other water related activities are a great way to stay active throughout the summer, said Marcus Lem, Medical Health Officer, Fraser Health. However, its important to be aware of ways to prevent injury, drowning or recreational water-borne illnesses. Some pools, hot tubs and even lakes can contain bacteria that can make you sick. You should avoid swallowing water or entering the water if you have an open wound or an infection to reduce your risk. Some beaches in the area may be affected by Swimmer's Itch, which is caused by a waterborne parasite. It can result in a temporary skin rash. Affected beaches will have signs posted advising of the issue and providing information on avoiding the problem. Rest assured - swimmer's itch is considered more of a nuisance than a health hazard. Fraser Healths environmental health officers inspect, and approve commercial and public pools and hot tubs regularly for public safety. They also monitor recreational beaches during the swimming season. Children require constant supervision around pools. A child can drown in seconds in only a few inches of water. Never swim farther or in deeper water than you can handle. Never dive into unknown water. Underwater objects may appear deeper than they are. If you own a pool, install a fence around the pool with a gate that cannot be opened by a child. Also child proof or lock doors that open directly to a back yard pool area. Learn life saving techniques including artificial respiration at your local community centre or pool. Some things Environmental Health Inspectors look for at pools and hot tubs: Pool water is free of total coliforms and Pseudomonas (soo-doh-MOH-nas) bacteria (Pseudomonas can cause an itchy rash & ear infections). That the operator is maintaining a record of chlorine and pH readings. That there is a first aid kit and a working telephone on site. That the water is not murky or cloudy. That depth markings are visibly marked on the side of the pool. That the physical pool structure is well maintained.
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Neil Armstrong, First Man On The Moon, Dead At 82

As commander of the Apollo 11 mission, Armstrong became the first human to set foot on the moon on July 20, 1969. As he stepped on the dusty surface, Armstrong said: Thats one small step for (a) man, one giant leap for mankind. Those words endure as one of the best known quotes in the English language. A bit of controversy still surrounds his famous quote. The broadcast did not have the a in one small step for a man... He and NASA insisted static had obscured the a, but after repeated playbacks, he admitted he may have dropped the letter. Repeated attempts have been made using modern acoustic equipment to search for the missing letter, with one Australian scientist claiming to have found it. Armstrong has expressed a preference, however, that written quotations include the a in parentheses. The Apollo 11 astronauts euphoric moonwalk provided Americans with a sense of achievement in the space race with Cold War foe the Soviet Union and at a time when Washington was engaged in a bloody war with the communists in Vietnam. Neil Alden Armstrong was 38 years old at the time and even though he had fulfilled one of mankinds age-old quests that placed him at the pinnacle of human achievement, he did not revel in his accomplishment. He even seemed frustrated by the acclaim it brought. I guess we all like to be recognized not for one piece of fireworks but for the ledger of our daily work, Armstrong said in an interview on CBSs 60 Minutes program in 2005. He once was asked how he felt knowing his footprints would likely stay on the moons surface for thousands of years. I kind of hope that somebody goes up there one of these days and cleans them up, he said. A VERY PRIVATE MAN James Hansen, author of First Man: The Life of Neil A. Armstrong, told CBS: All of the attention that ... the public put on stepping down that ladder onto the surface itself, Neil never could really understand why there was so much focus on that. The Apollo 11 moon mission turned out to be Armstrongs last space flight. The next year he was appointed to a desk job, being named NASAs deputy associate administrator for aeronautics in the office of advanced research and technology. Armstrongs post-NASA life was a very private one. He took no major role in ceremonies marking the 25th anniversary of the moon landing. Hes a recluses recluse, said Dave Garrett, a former NASA spokesman. Howard Hughes had nothing on him, he said, speaking of the exceedingly private aviator. Hansen said stories of Armstrong dreaming of space exploration as a boy were apocryphal, although he was long dedicated to flight. His life was about flying. His life was about piloting, Hansen said. He left the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) a year after Apollo 11 to become a professor of engineering at the University of Cincinnati.
U.S. astronaut Neil Armstrong

U.S. astronaut Neil Armstrong, who took a giant leap for mankind when he became the first person to walk on the moon, has died at the age of 82, his family said last Saturday. The family said in a statement online that Armstrong died following complications from heart-bypass surgery he underwent earlier this month, just two days after his birthday on Aug. 5.
Toxic chemicals linked to asthma and birth defects have been discovered in children's vinyl back-to-school supplies, a new report claims. Seventy five per cent of children's school supplies tested in a laboratory had elevated levels of toxic phthalates, including popular Disney, Spiderman, and Dora branded school supplies, vinyl lunchboxes, backpacks, threering binders, raincoats, and rainboots, according to the report, Hidden Hazards: Toxic Chemicals Inside Children's Vinyl Back-to-School Supplies. "We found elevated levels of toxic phthalates widespread in children's school supplies. These chemicals, manufactured by Exxon Mobil, have no place in children's school supplies." Mike Schade from the Center for Health, Environment & Justice (CHEJ) and the author of the report, said in a statement. "While phthalates are banned in children's toys, similar safeguards don't exist to keep them out of lunchboxes, backpacks and other children's school supplies." The report says that one product, the Amazing Spiderman Lunchbox, contained an estimated 27,900 parts per
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Tiger Mauls Zookeeper To Death

A Siberian tiger has attacked and killed a female keeper at a zoo in Germany. It seems an unlocked gate at Cologne Zoo allowed the tiger, Altai, to get out of its pen and into a store, where it attacked the zookeeper. The zoo's director then shot the animal through a skylight in the store, before it could go further and get into public areas. "We cannot yet explain how the keeper could make such a fatal mistake (of failing to close the gate)," zoo director Theo Pagel said. "I shot and killed the animal so that we could enter... and take a look. But the employee was already dead." Police briefly cleared the area as a precautionary measure though officials said the public was never in any danger. Both the tiger and the zookeeper were killed. The zoo, which later reopened for visitors, said in a statement the keeper had been experienced in working with tigers. She died of her wounds in the cage, not after being taken to hospital as earlier reported. It is not the first time this year that an animal has escaped from a zoo in Germany. In July, five chimpanzees got over a fence in Hanover. In that case though, they were recaptured before anyone was hurt. An animal rights group said the death of the keeper should force the government to reconsider how zoos operate. "Tragedies like this can only be prevented in the future if people stop considering as recreational fun the locking up of wild animals that have a desire for freedom," said Peter Hoeffken, a zoologist from PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals). Cologne Zoo in western Germany, founded in 1860, is one of the oldest and best-known in the country.
million (ppm) of the phthalate DEHP. "If this were a children's toy, it would be over 27 times the federal safety limit," Schade says. Kathy Curtis, the executive director of Clean and Healthy New York, said the report highlights the fact that "parents can't assume that a product is safe for their kids simply because it's on a store shelf." CHEJ published a Back-to-School Guide to PVC-free School Supplies, a guide to safer school supplies in over 40 product categories, to help parents find safer childrens back-to-school supplies. The guide can be found on the organization's site: http://chej.org/
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A strong magnitude-7.4 earthquake struck off the coast of El Salvador followed an hour later by a magnitude-5.4 aftershock, authorities said early Monday. There were no immediate reports of damages or injuries. A tsunami warning was put into effect for Costa Rica, Nicaragua, El Salvador, Honduras, Guatemala, Panama and Mexico after the quake struck at 10:37 p.m. Sunday. The warning was later rescinded. David Walsh, an oceanographer with the Pacific Tsunami Center in Ewa Beach, Hawaii, said a minor, 10-centimetre tsunami was registered off Acajutla, El Salvador. The quake was located 138 kilometers south-southwest of San Miguel, the U.S. Geological Survey reported on its website. The temblor took place at a depth of 53 kilometers. The second
Strong Earthquake Hits Off El Salvador Coast
World's Oldest Person Celebrates 116Th Birthday

Besse Cooper - the world's oldest living person, according to Guinness World Records - celebrated her 116th birthday. The super centenarian from Monroe, Ga., had a bridge dedicated in her honour on her special day and a Guinness official presented her with a plaque. "The older she has gotten the more wittier she has gotten," her son Sidney said at the ceremony, reports the Walton Tribune. Cooper is among eight people who've ever lived to 116 years old. Guinness officially recognized the petite white-haired senior as the world's oldest person in January 2011. She'd briefly lost the title after officials discovered a Brazilian greatgrandmother Maria Gomes Valentim was more than a month older, however she died in June. Cooper was born in Tennessee in 1896 and moved to Monroe during the First World War to search for work as a school teacher. She married her late husband Luther in 1924 and they had four children. She has 12 grandchildren and more than a dozen great- and great-great grandchildren. She credits her longevity to a healthy diet. "I mind my own business and I don't eat junk food." The oldest person to ever live was Jeanne Louise Calment, of Arles, France, who lived to the ripe age of 122, according to Guinness records.
quake registered about an hour later in the same area at a depth of 57.8 km. Alfonso Lara, a technician with El Salvador's Civil Protection agency said authorities were alerted to the threat of a tsunami. "We are doing a general monitoring of the entire coast through our technicians and representatives," he said. On Sunday, dozens of small to moderate earthquakes struck southeastern California, knocking trailer homes off their foundations and shattering windows in a small farming town east of San Diego. The largest quake registered at a magnitude 5.5 and was centered about five kilometers northwest of the town of Brawley, according to the USGS. Another quake about an hour and a half earlier registered at magnitude 5.3. No injuries were reported.
One of Australia's first coins has broken a record at an auction in Melbourne. The coin, known as a "Hannibal Head" holey dollar, was created in New South Wales in 1813 from a silver dollar minted in Peru. It sold for $410,000, which was slightly below the estimated price, but still broke the auction record for a coin of its type.
Rare Coin Breaks Record At Auction
One of Australia's first gold coins, the 1852 Adelaide Pound, and an 1853 Colonial Dump was also on offer. The Adelaide Pound sold well above its estimate at $370,000 and also broke an auction record. The Colonial Dumps was the disappointment of the night, reaching only half of its estimate at $100,000.
A Nepali man who was bitten by a cobra snake bit it back and killed the reptile in a tit-for-tat attack, as reported. Mohamed Salmo Miya chased the snake, which bit him in his rice paddy on Tuesday, caught it and bit it until it died. "I could have killed it with a stick but bit it with my teeth instead because I was angry," the 55-year-old Miya, who lives in a village some 200 km (125 miles) southeast of the Nepali capital
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of Kathmandu, was quoted by the daily as saying. The snake, called "goman" in Nepal, is also known as the Common Cobra. Police official Niraj Shahi said the man, who was being treated at a village health post and was not in danger of dying, would not be charged with killing the snake because the reptile was not among snake species listed as endangered in Nepal.
A Mountain Lion In A Casino
An underage mountain lion has been caught after trying to slip into a casino in downtown Reno, Nevada, ahead of the breakfast rush. Nevada Department of Wildlife spokesman Chris Healy says the young male cat's behavior was "almost the equivalent of being a stupid teenager." Healy says coming-of-age cougars often end up where they shouldn't after being chased out of a territory by adults.
Guests at Harrah's reported seeing the 45 kilogram cat trying to walk into the casino. When the animal couldn't negotiate the revolving door, it hid under an outdoor stage in a nearby plaza. State wildlife officials tranquilized the roughly 2-year-old cat and plan to release it into the wild after tagging it for participation in a University of Nevada, Reno study. No injuries were reported.
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Hertz is one step closer to its longawaited prize. More than two years after its original bid, it agreed to buy Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group Inc. for about $2.3 billion, giving it more ways to attract travelers and expand its international presence. At $87.50 per share, the deal is worth far more than any of Hertzs previous bids and about 8 per cent higher than Dollar Thriftys closing price last Friday. Nothing will change immediately for consumers. Travelers that rent through Dollar Thrifty will still visit that counter for service. In the long run, prices in many markets will almost certainly rise as the two companies streamline their operations. Media reports had said last week that Hertz Global Holdings Inc. of Park Ridge, N.J., was considering a new bid for Dollar Thrifty, a Tulsa, Oklahomabased company it had pursued for two years. The push-and-pull between two of the nations largest car rental companies started in 2010. Avis Budget Group was also in the mix, pursuing a bid for Dollar Thrifty for more than a year. Avis dropped its bid nearly a year ago citing market conditions. Then, in October of last year, Hertz dropped its bid, too. But Dollar Thrifty didnt trust that the years of attempts were over. In February, it extended its shareholder rights plan known as a poison pill a maneuver designed to deter any unsolicited attempts to take over the company through May 2013. Hertz Chairman and CEO Mark P. Frissora said in a statement that the Dollar Thrifty buyout will give it access to two well-known rental car brands Dollar and Thrifty as well as make it a more competitive player
Hertz To Buy Dollar Thrifty For No Charges After Soldiers Urinate $2.3 Billion On Corpses - US Military
in Europe and other markets overseas. We are pleased to have finally reached an agreement with Dollar Thrifty after a lengthybut worthwhilepursuit, he said. Dollar Thrifty President, CEO and Chairman Scott Thompson said that the transaction is not only compelling for its stockholders but also will help broaden its reach. Hertz is the logical partner for us with the resources to expand our value focused leisure brands in key car rental markets around the world, he said. Hertz anticipates that the acquisition will result in at least $160 million in annual cost savings, with additional sales growth opportunities. Hertz is also selling its Advantage business to rental car company Franchise Services of North America and Macquarie Capital for undisclosed terms. The Advantage deal depends upon Hertz completing the Dollar Thrifty buyout. Both Hertz and Dollar Thriftys boards have unanimously approved the deal, which still needs antitrust clearance from the Federal Trade Commission. Hertz said it has stayed in close contact with the FTC to secure clearance and that Dollar Thrifty will fully cooperate with the process. Hertz has about 8,650 corporate and licensee locations in approximately 150 countries in North America, Europe, Latin America, Asia, Australia, Africa, the Middle East and New Zealand. Dollar and Thrifty have approximately 280 corporate locations in the United States and Canada. The company also has about 1,300 franchise locations in 82 countries. Hertz shares gained $1.46, or 11.1 percent, to $14.61 in midday trading Monday. Dollar Thrifty shares rose $5.99, or 7.4 per cent, to $86.99. Six US Army soldiers and three Marines escaped criminal charges but received administrative punishments for mistakenly burning Qurans and urinating on the corpses of Taleban insurgents in Afghanistan, US military officials said. The two incidents, revealed earlier this year, hurt relations with Afghans. US military leaders widely condemned the incidents. The Quran burning triggered riots and retribution killings, including two US troops who were shot by an Afghan soldier and two US military advisers who were gunned down at their desks at the Interior Ministry. The soldiers were disciplined for the burning of Qurans earlier this year at a US base in Afghanistan, and the Marines were punished for their participation in a video that showed them urinating on Taleban corpses. Discipline against a Navy sailor in the Quran burnings was dismissed, and the Marine Corps said it will announce discipline against additional Marines in the urination case at a later date. The exact punishments were not disclosed, and it was not clear whether the lack of criminal charges would trigger any protests in Afghanistan. Administrative punishments could include demotions, extra duty, and forfeiture of pay or a letter in their file. They could also stall any future CHRISTINE GIRARD advancement and end their military careers. The Qurans and other Islamic books were taken from the Parwan Detention Facility, and officials believed that extremists being detained there were using the texts to exchange messages. The religious books and other materials were later thrown into a fire pit used
to burn garbage at Bagram Air Field, a major US base north of Kabul. A report on the investigation into the Quran burning in February was expected to be released Monday. But officials have previously described the incident as not intentional and as a mistake compounded by some bad decisions. US officials have said that the holy books were pulled out by Afghan workers before they were destroyed. President Barack Obama apologized to Karzai for the incident. Afghan officials have claimed the burning was intentional, and it reinforced perceptions in the country that Americans are insensitive to the Afghans' religion and culture. The urination video, which came to light in January and appeared on YouTube, showed four Marines in full combat gear urinating on the bodies of three dead men. On Monday, the Marine Corps revealed that there were also photographs taken at the time. In the video, one Marine looks down at the bodies and says, "Have a good day, buddy." The unit involved fought in the southern Afghan province of Helmand for seven months before returning to its home base in North Carolina last September. The Marine Corps, in a release Monday, said one Marine pleaded guilty to urinating on the Taleban soldiers and posing for a photograph. Another Marine pleaded guilty to wrongfully videotaping the incident and posing for a photograph, and a third pleaded guilty to failing to report the mistreatment of human casualties and lying about it.
Man Drank Wine After Murdering Teacher

He used a burner on the electric stove to light a cigarette, but when a plastic kettle caught alight Clark didn't stop the blaze which destroyed most of Hamilton Wiseman's family home. Justice Margaret Nyland described Clark's actions that night as "bizarre" when jailing him on Tuesday for life with a non-parole period of 21 years. "What makes them all the more inexplicable is the fact that prior to that night, you appear to have had a reasonably good relationship with Mr Wiseman," she said in the South Australian Supreme Court. Clark, 41, pleaded guilty to arson and to the stabbing murder of Mr Wiseman at his home at Marino on April 16 last year. Weeks earlier, Clark broke up with Mr Wiseman's stepdaughter after their relationship was partly affected by his drinking.
AFTER murdering a respected Adelaide teacher, Shane Troy Clark drank wine as he waited in the man's dining room for his three other intended victims to come home.
Trial In 2013 For Couple Accused Of Ruining Holidays

A couple who allegedly ruined Kiwis' holidays to Fiji will stand trial next year. Anita Cranston appeared at the Auckland District Court today. Her partner Craig Mudgeway was excused from attending because of health issues. The pair face four charges of obtaining $2225 from an Australian Company and another 23 other charges of a similar nature relating to other complainants. It is understood the pair allegedly took bookings for a holiday home in Fiji and kept deposits from customers who couldn't stay there. According to police charge sheets, Mudgeway and Cranston took the money from an Australian-registered company called Your View or Mine. The pair has been remanded on bail until October for a pre-trial application hearing.
Clark then went to a clinic for treatment and detoxification, revealing suicidal and homicidal feelings towards those who had harmed him as a child. He was detained under the Mental Health Act but the order was revoked on April 16 after he denied intending to act on the threats and was assessed as not requiring psychiatric help. After drinking alcohol, Clark caught a taxi to the Marino home, telling the driver he was going to kill four people that night. "... as it happened, four people, including your former girlfriend, usually lived in the Marino house," the judge said. But Mr Wiseman, who was asleep in his bedroom, was the only person home. Clark stabbed him in the chest and throat, using a knife from the kitchen.
He told police he then sat down and drank some wine as he waited for the others to come home as he intended killing them too. The judge told Clark the crime was particularly violent and was committed for no reason against a man who had never done anything to him. She noted at some time before the fire started, Clark phoned police confessing he had killed someone. "It is clear that Mr Wiseman was not only a much-loved and valued member of his family, he was also a wellknown and respected figure in the wider community, who brought joy to many through his musical and theatre activities. "In addition to depriving this family of a loving husband and father, you also destroyed the place which was their family home for nearly 40 years."
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An estimated 27,000 B.C. government workers will stage a one-day strike next Wednesday, officials with three public sector unions announced Wednesday. The job action by members of the B.C. Government and Service Employees' Union, the Professional Employees Association and the Canadian Office and Professional Employees Union is the latest move in the ongoing contract disputes between public sector workers and the provincial government. The strike is expected to affect 1,785 worksites, including liquor stores, courts, corrections, social workers, child protection and ICBC offices in 153 communities across B.C., but the unions say essential services will be maintained. The action will be the latest in a series of one-day strikes staged by the BCGEU around the province this summer. Wage increases at centre of dispute The BCGEU has been without a contract since March 31 and is seeking a 3.5 per cent wage increase this year and a cost of living increase next year. The province has offered a wage increase of 3.5 per cent over two years but the union rejected that offer, saying
B.C. Government Workers To Stage 1-Day Strike Next Week
it would not keep up with inflation. BCGEU president Darryl Walker says government workers have suffered a real wage cut of five percent since 2010. "We are looking for a fair and reasonable agreement, but the government is not listening ...There can be no falling behind for all our government workers," said Walker. Finance Minister Kevin Falcon said the job action comes as no surprise. "While disappointing, this job action is to be expected and is a normal part of the bargaining process. I expect we'll see further job action across the public sector throughout the fall," said Falcon. He notes the global economic situation continues to put pressure on the B.C. budget. "Government made a fair and reasonable offer in these negotiations," he said. "It is irresponsible for the union to be asking for further wage increases given the uncertain world economic situation. We will not add to the deficit or raise taxes to pay unaffordable wage increases."
Canadians Optimistic About Job Security, Poll Finds
Results come despite lingering economic uncertainty and high unemployment rate A new Labour Day survey suggests Canadians are more optimistic this year about their job security as well as hiring and growth prospects at their companies and many expect a raise. The Bank of Montreal poll finds nearly two-thirds, or 64 per cent, of respondents are comfortable with their job security. The survey suggests 41 per cent believe their company is growing and will be hiring. Both measures are up 13 percentage points from the number of employees who expressed confidence last Labour Day. And 39 per cent expect a promotion or raise this year, up 11 percentage points from last year. The results come despite lingering economic uncertainty, a still high unemployment rate and a disappointing report showing the economy shed jobs in July. Albertans most optimistic The Canadian economy shed a surprisingly steep 30,400 jobs last month, which pushed the unemployment rate up a tenth of a point to 7.3 per cent. It was the first major hit in nearly a year for what had been a mostly positive employment record. And the economy has been growing at a rate below two per cent since last fall. But Canadian workers are relatively well-off compared to their American and European counterparts, as the Canadian unemployment rate is one percentage point lower than in the U.S. and four percentage points lower than in the eurozone, said BMO senior economist Sal Guatieri. "Canadian job security is fairly good, with our 7.3 per cent unemployment rate below historic norms," he said. "Canadians should expect wages to rise modestly faster than inflation, supporting household purchasing power, with the strongest gains in Alberta and Saskatchewan," added Guatieri. Meanwhile, 22 per cent of respondents to the BMO survey said they expect their company will be downsizing and laying off employees, while 24 per cent expressed concern about their job security. Another one-in-five said they felt they were working in a "dead-end" job, indicating that their company would not be in a position to dole out promotions, raises or bonuses. By region, respondents in Alberta were most optimistic, with 60 per cent feeling their employer will hire this year. Atlantic Canadians were most likely to believe their company would lay off employees, with 28 per cent expressing that sentiment. The survey was completed online from July 31 to Aug. 3 by Pollara Strategic Insights, with a sample of 1,000 Canadians. A probability sample of the same size would yield a margin of error of plus or minus 3.1 per cent 19 times out of 20. Non-union workers Earlier this week, a survey report by global business consultancy Mercer suggested non-union workers across Canada can expect wage increases of 3.2 per cent on average next year. The projected wage increases would match actual increases in base pay reported for 2012. They would also be up slightly from the average of three per cent in 2011 and 2.9 per cent in 2010. Earlier this week, Finance Minister Jim Flaherty became the latest official to call on Canadian businesses to invest some $525 billion of dead cash back into the economy. Last week, Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney told Canadian companies that are holding on to piles of cash because of global economic instability to give it back to their shareholders. The bank governor was responding to a question about a previously released Canadian Labour Congress study that suggests Canadian businesses are sitting on some $500 billion in cash assets. And Prime Minister Stephen Harper has said, on a global scale, there is "money sitting on the sidelines" that can revive the world economy
Senators Wife Was Distraught, But Not Threatening On Flight, Witness Says
A passenger on the flight on which a senators wife was charged with causing a disturbance says the woman was upset her husband was experiencing tightness in his chest, but she wasnt threatening. Scott Wright, a former ambulance attendant, volunteered when the crew on the Ottawa to Saskatoon flight asked for anyone with medical experience to help Sen. Rod Zimmer, who wasnt feeling well. He says Zimmers wife, Maygan Sensenberger, was emotionally distraught by her husbands condition,
but he never felt that she was a threat to anyone on the aircraft. Wright says the 69-year-old Zimmer started feeling better after he was given some oxygen, but Sensenberger was still upset and the couple was fighting with each other over Zimmers condition. Sensenberger, who is 23, was charged endangering the safety of the aircraft and causing a disturbance and was scheduled to make a court appearance in Saskatoon. No one was injured in the incident and police say the safety of the aircraft was not compromised.
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British Columbia has become the first province to implement a policy requiring health-care workers to get a flu shot or wear a mask to protect patients. Provincial health officer Dr. Perry serious illness." Kendall said the measure is being Kendall said health authorities in B.C. implemented this season for staff at have been trying to get immunization publicly funded facilities including long- numbers to go up "for years," but said term care homes because less than half of despite the encouragement, levels have health-care workers get vaccinated. decreased since 2010. Kendall said the flu causes more deaths Flu season typically runs from late every year than all other vaccine- November or early December to preventable diseases combined and the end of March, and if health-care hospitalized patients and seniors are workers do not want to take a jab, more at risk of complications from it they will have to wear surgical masks than the rest of the population. anywhere in the hospital at all times, "Influenza is not a trivial illness, except in cafeterias. particularly for vulnerable people," The flu shot is provided for free in said Kendall. B.C. to high-risk populations including "We know that a surprising number of seniors, aboriginals, people with health care workers will go on working chronic health conditions and those even when they have symptoms of with compromised immune systems. influenza and there are case studies The B.C. Centre for Disease Control showing how vulnerable patients in issued a release in support of the hospitals do get influenza and get new policy, pointing out vaccination serious complications." protects the workers and their families. The B.C. Nurses Union said it won't "However, health care workers formally respond to the policy currently have very low coverage immediately. Union officials will rates," the release said. be meeting in the coming days with "Last year, only about 40 per cent the Health Employers Association, a of health-care workers at acute-care spokesman said. facilities and 57 per cent at residential However, the union pointed to a release care facilities got the flu vaccine." it sent last year in response to the issue. Kendall said there are myriad reasons "Flu vaccines should be promoted for workers not getting vaccinated, through education, rather than through ranging from misconceptions about the a punitive approach by the employer," shot to a simple matter of convenience. read the sub-head on the Oct. 2011 news He said places in the United States release, which went on to promote the that have introduced mandatory vaccination. immunization or mask policies have "BCNU encourages members to get a seen vaccination rates climb to more flu shot to reduce the risk of developing than 95 per cent.
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Fire Destroys Another Mill In British Columbia
The family of a man charged with street racing who allegedly caused the death of an 83-year-old man is speaking out about how the accusations have shattered their lives. This week 28-year-old Gurjit Dhillon appeared in provincial court on a charge of dangerous operation of a motor vehicle causing death for the 2009 Surrey crash. The Crown alleges he was racing his black Corvette against a yellow Corvette when he lost control and struck victim Pritam Benning as he sat at a bus stop. The great-grandfather lost his legs below the knees and died in hospital five days later. While Dhillon is not allowed to speak to the media until his trial is over, his wife Mamta wanted to speak out because she fears her husband has already been convicted in the public's mind. "It seems like everyone just sort of put this label on him of a street racer, although nothing has been concluded. To continue to keep on hearing that day after day after day hasn't been easy," she said. Mamta said her husband had a perfect driving record before the accident.
Wife Of Man Charged In StreetRacing Death Speaks Out
Fire tore through a cedar mill in Maple Ridge, B.C. early Sunday morning, destroying the facility and throwing dozens of employees out of work in yet another mill blaze in the province this year. A lone security guard at the Waldun Forest Products mill reported the fire to authorities when it broke out shortly after midnight. Dozens of firefighters fled to the scene, but the mill was quickly engulfed in flames. Flames shot as high as 30 metres, and firefighters were still putting out hotspots 12 hours after the blaze began. On Sunday, images from the scene showed the charred, smoking wreckage that was left behind. No injuries were reported. Early estimates put damage at $1 million. After a fire at the site in 1985, workers were back on the job in a matter of weeks. The damage is so extensive after Sunday's blaze that it is unclear when the mill will reopen. "I don't know what I will do now," Jasveer Dhaliwal, who has worked at the mill for 22 years, told CTV British Columbia.
The cause of the blaze is not yet known. Officials from the Maple Ridge fire department and WorkSafe BC are investigating. "It's not something we're pursuing as a suspicious fire," said Mark Smitton, assistant fire chief in Maple Ridge. The blaze is another setback for B.C.'s mills, which have been plagued by fires this year. In January, an explosion destroyed the Babine Forest Products mill in Burns Lake, leaving two people dead. Four months later, two workers were killed in an explosion and fire at the Lakeland mill in Prince George. The incidents sparked a safety crackdown by the province, which ordered mills to rid their facilities of sawdust problems. Investigators speculated that sawdust may have been a factor in the earlier fires and explosions. Kirk Nagy, a partner in Waldun Forest Products, which is one of largest makers of roofing and siding, said the facility has "the best crew in the industry." Nagy said the crews have regular meetings about safety.
He works as an electrician and was driving his brother's car when the crash occurred. Counsel confirmed that Dhillon tried to help Benning at the scene and called 911. A recording of the call is expected to be played in court Monday. Mamta said the entire family has grieved Benning's death for three years and that Dhillon carries a reminder of the fatal crash with him everyday. "He's got a tattoo on his forearm of Mr. Benning's name, the date of when it happened and the fact that that's when life changed. It's a reality of our life," she said.
Twenty two people - 15 in B.C. and 7 in Alberta - have fallen sick after eating Daniella brand mangoes. The mangoes, which were imported from Mexico, were sold as individual fruit with a sticker bearing PLU# 4959 at various stores between July 12 and August 14. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) says the mangoes - which were distributed to B.C., Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Northwest Territories, Nunavut and Yukon may have been contaminated with Salmonella Braenderup bacteria. The agency is urging anyone who bought the mangoes to put them in a plastic bag, throw them out and then
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wash your hands thoroughly in warm soapy water. For more information, consumers can call the CFIA at 1-800-4422342 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. (ET) Monday to Friday.
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D. Canada became part of the United States. 6) Why are the Great Lakes important to Canada? A. Fresh water and waterways. B. Water for agriculture. C. Fishing. D. Waterways. 7) Name three requirements you must meet in order to vote in a federal election. A. Working for the government, at least 21 years old, and Canadian citizen. B. Canadian citizen, at least 18 years old and on the voters' list. C. Canadian citizen, at least 16 years old, and on the list of voters. D. Canadian citizen, at least 21 years old, and on the list of electors. 8) From where does the name "Canada" come? A. From the Inuit word meaning home. B. From "Kanata", the First Nations province. B. MP selected by the Queen to make laws. C. MP selected by the Prime Minister to run federal departments. D. Candidate picked by the Prime Minister. 4) What unique art form was developed by First Nations people on the West Coast? A. Totem poles. B. Paintings. C. Kayaks. D. Sculptures. 5) What outcome and significance did War of 1812 with USA have for Canada? A. Canada became an independent country. B. Canada kept its independence from the United States. C. Canada lost a lot of land in the war. word for village. C. From the Inuit word "Kanata" meaning nations. D. From the First Nations word meaning land. 9) What is a major river in Quebec? A. Amazon River B. Fraser River C. St. Lawrence River D. Hudson Bay River 10) What are the two official languages of Canada? A. Canadian English and British English. B. English and French. C. Inuit and French. D. English and Chinese. ANSWERS 1A 6A 2C 7B 3C 8B 4A 9C 5B 10 B
1) Who are Francophones? A. People speaking French as a first language. B. French people. C. People speaking English as a first language. D. Descendants of French colonists. 2) What is the highest honour available to Canadians? A. Victoria Medal B. Elizabeth Cross C. Victoria Cross D. The Queen's Medal 3) What is a Cabinet Minister? A. MP picked by the Premier of each Continued From Last Week The language requirements to work in your profession in Canada might be different from the language requirements for immigration to Canada. Most professions and trades require you to be fluent in English or French and to have a strong command of all work-related language. Being fluent in a language includes having the cultural knowledge to understand phrases or expressions used, some of which may be unique to Canada. In addition to continued language study and practice, look for bridging programs that offers both language training and work experience. Regulatory bodies set the type of
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language test that will be used in your evaluation or assessment. A language test given by your profession or the results from an internationally standardized language test will almost certainly be part of the assessment of your qualifications. Make sure that you understand the requirements you must meet. There are a few internationally recognized language tests such as TOEFL, but the evaluating organization will sometimes accept only one specific test. What you can do Get a realistic assessment of your language skills before you come to Canada. If necessary, use the time before you come to Canada to improve your language skills. Contact your regulatory body or go to www.language.ca to find out which language tests are required. Learn how to get your language skills assessed and how to identify opportunities for language training by following the steps outlined in Section B of Planning to Work in Canada: An Essential Workbook for Newcomers Find out more about improving your English or French and about Canadas Official Languages. The Association of Canadian Community Colleges member institutions offer a wide range of English as a Second Language Programs. Find the institution nearest you. Consult the following websites to learn more about language requirements and assessment in Canada: Canadian Association for Prior Learning Assessment Canadian English Language Benchmark Assessment for Nurses Centre for Canadian Language Benchmarks Enhanced Language Training Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada Recognition for Learning Colleges Ontarios Occupation-specific Language Training
Every person is entitled to protection from persecution. Canada has recognized this basic human right since 1951 when it signed the Convention relating to the Status of Refugees (the Geneva Convention). The right to life, liberty and security of the person is also enshrined in the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
Refugee Status
persecution. A variety of circumstances can make a person a refugee. Bringing refugees to Canada from outside the country is known as resettlement. Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) resettles individuals and families based on referrals from the United Nations High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR), other referral organizations, and private sponsorship groups.
1. Do I qualify for Canadian Refugee Status?
Refugee Determination
To be granted asylum in Canada as a refugee, a person must be outside his or her home country and have a wellfounded fear of persecution. According to the Geneva Convention, the fear must not only be well-founded, the persecution must also be based on reasons of race, nationality, membership of a particular social group or political opinion. However, a less restrictive interpretation of the feared persecution may also lead to refugee status. For example, Canada recognizes that women can be persecuted because of their gender and that the definition of a refugee should be interpreted to also include this form of
Refugee Claim Process
A refugee is a person who fears persecution if they go back to their country of nationality. Fear of persecution usually means a serious chance of physical harm or detention or some other form of cruel and unusual punishment. In some cases discrimination or harassment could be considered serious enough to amount to persecution.
Canada has obliged itself to protect genuine refugees, that is, not to send them back to persecution. People who get to Canada on their own can claim refugee protection at any border point, or inside Canada, at a Canadian Immigration Visa Office. Refugee claims are complex and there is always a lot at stake. It is always advisable for people seeking refugee protection to be represented by a competent Canadian attorney with expertise in this particular area of the law.
2. Must I have already experienced persecution?
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No. The Citizenship and Immigration standard is whether or not there is a serious possibility that you would be persecuted if you go back to your country. 3. What are typical examples of Refugee cases that are accepted? Members of minority religious groups or ethnic minorities who fear persecution from the general population or non-governmental organizations where the police are unable or unwilling to protect them. Members of an opposition political
party who fear retribution because of their political opinion or their refusal to support the government. People who are persecuted by a powerful criminal gang or mafia such as drug traffickers. Homosexuals who are persecuted simply because of their sexual orientation. Women who fear beatings from their husbands, violence or other serious forms of punishment from other family members. Women who refuse to conform to expectations such as arranged marriages, dress code and genital mutilation. In fact Canada is a world leader in recognizing gender-based persecution and has issued guidelines to ensure that these claims are dealt with in a fair and sensitive manner. In all the above cases refugees must explain what persecution they fear and why they cannot receive protection from their government. Continued Next Week
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Heart-Healthy Foods
Eat these heart-healthy foods, which research suggests can help improve your heart health.
1. Yogurt
paper that outlines the link between the two diseases: inflammation. As a result, choosing certain foods, such as raisins, may help you protect both your gums and your heart.
3. Whole Grains
Research shows yogurt may protect against gum disease. Left unchecked, gum disease may elevate a persons risk for heart disease. Researchers from Japan analyzed dietary intakes from nearly 1,000 adults and found those who consumed the highest levels of dairy specifically yogurt and yogurt-type drinkshad the healthiest gums. Their report, published in the Journal of Periodontology, credits probiotics (a.k.a. good bacteria) as one possible champion of gum health. Experts believe that probiotics may help to counter growth of the unfriendly bacteria in the mouth. Probiotics are live active cultures used to ferment foods, such as yogurt and kefir (fermented milk), and studies suggest that they may improve digestion and boost immunity too. As for gum health, its not yet clear how much yogurt (or other fermented dairy foods) one needs to consume to reap the benefits, says Yoshihiro Shimazaki, D.D.S., Ph.D., of Kyushu University, the studys lead author.
2. Raisins
People who eat plenty of whole grains tend to be leaner and have a lower risk of heart disease than those who dont. This is probably because whole grains contain antioxidants, phytoestrogens and phytosterols that are protective against coronary disease. The fiber in whole grains also has its benefits: various studies link a highfiber diet with a lower risk of heart disease. In a Harvard study of female health professionals, people who ate a high-fiber diet had a 40 percent lower risk of heart disease than those who ate a low-fiber diet. Aim to include plenty of foods that are rich in soluble fiber, which, studies show, can help lower bad LDL. Soluble fiber binds bile acid, a key component in fat digestion that our bodies make from cholesterol. We cant digest fiber, so when bile acids are bound to it, they get ushered out of the body as waste. This causes the body to convert more cholesterol into bile acids, which ultimately has the effect of lowering circulating cholesterol levels. Foods high in soluble fiber include oatmeal, barley, beans, okra and eggplant, and citrus fruit, such as oranges.
heart, and you dont need to eat a lot of them to benefit. A study suggests having just 12 cup of cooked pinto beans daily might lower cholesterol. Soluble fiber is a key reason. Like all foods that contain a lot of soluble fiber, beans help bind cholesterol and keep it from being absorbed in the gut. And, as the fiber is fermented, it produces changes in short-chain fatty acids that can inhibit cholesterol formation. (Byproducts of this same fermentation process are what cause the gas so often associated with eating beans.) Other components in beans also may be responsible for the cholesterollowering effect. Beans contain a variety of heart-protective chemicals, including flavonoids, compounds also found in wine, berries and chocolate, that inhibit the adhesion of platelets in the blood, which can help lower risk for heart attack and strokes.
Nuts are chock-full of vitamins, minerals, heart-healthy monounsaturated fats and low levels of saturated fats. Research suggests that people who eat nutswalnuts, pecans, almonds, hazelnuts, pistachios, pine nuts and peanuts (which actually are legumes)two to four days or more per week have a lower incidence of heart disease than people who eat them less often.
7. Chocolate
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Research has shown that antioxidants in raisins fight the growth of a type of bacteria that can cause inflammation and gum disease. People with gum disease are twice as likely to suffer from heart problems. So, dealing with one can help people avoid the other. Last summer, a major heart journal and a major periodontal journal simultaneously published a consensus
Consuming two or more servings of fish per week is associated with a 30 percent lower risk of developing coronary heart disease over the long term, studies show. Fishespecially oily kinds, such as salmon and tunacontain omega-3 fats, which lower levels of triglycerides in the blood that may contribute to blood clotting. Omega-3s also lower blood pressure slightly and can help prevent irregular heart rhythms. No common fish delivers more of the omega-3 fatty acids than salmon. Flaxseed oil, canola oil and walnuts also contain omega-3 fats.
6. Nuts
Researchers have discovered that eating moderate amounts of flavanolrich dark chocolate has a bloodthinning effect, which can benefit cardiovascular health, and it may also boost the immune system by reducing inflammation. The Kuna people of the San Blas islands, off the coast of Panama, have a rate of heart disease that is nine times less than that of mainland Panamanians. The reason? The Kuna drink plenty of a beverage made with generous proportions of cocoa, which is unusually rich in flavanols that help preserve the healthy function of blood vessels. Maintaining youthful blood vessels lowers risk of high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, kidney disease and dementia. Some research also suggests cocoa may help lower blood pressure. It appears that a compound in cocoa, called epicatechin, boosts nitric oxide, a substance that has been shown to be crucial to healthy blood vessels. Plentiful levels of nitric oxide help keep blood pressure from climbing. Be sure to choose dark chocolate, ideally one thats 70 percent cocoa solids; milk chocolate lacks significant levels of epicatechin.
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Aries (March 21-April 19):
A new work offer with a better salary is indicated. An offer of a partnership is also proposed from a person who lives overseas. Friends drop in to see you. A discussion with a close associate about your doubts concerning new work offers may help you to arrive at the right decision this week.
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Libra (Sept 22-Oct 22):
Taurus (April 20-May 20):
You will come across a fresh project which promises immediate monetary gains. You are advised to be varying of such proposals. Also avoid any investments in speculative trading in this week. Your family life is happy and congenial. You may be asked to look after an older relative for a while. Eligible young woman can look forward to their engagement or marriage.
You tend to become too overbearing and unreasonable towards others. This could lead to a few problems. Avoid stressful situations, for a health problem is foreseen. Allow others the benefit of the doubt before you draw your own conclusions. A change of environment is indicated for some of you.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22):
Gemini (May 21-June 20):
You will receive some money for a project you concluded some time back. In your enthusiasm to get ahead with your work, you may overlook some important details which will cause some delays. Expenses are indicated. Those in love may plan to go out of town in the company of their beloved in this week.
A certain project in which you have invested heavily in terms of time and money will now yield substantial gains. An important meeting scheduled for this week will be a success. Better prospects for work and career are indicated. Matters concerning an elder cause concern. You may feel a bit tired in this week. In this week if you try with heart, you will find your beloved in your arms. Heavy expenditure at work and home could cause anxiety. However, the receipt of payment for an earlier project will substantially ease out the burden. The employed are advised to be more diligent in their work if they wish to retain their jobs. Family affairs run smoothly.
person at a social get-together.
Your fresh plans and new business ventures hit a snag. However, this is not the time to implement new ideas so its better to attend to routine works instead. Your presence may be required at home to solve a family problem. Youngsters will organize a large gettogether in the company of friends which will be enjoyable in this week.
Capricorn (Dec 21-Jan 19):
Scorpio (Oct 23-Nov 21):
Aquarius (Jan 20-Feb 18):
Profitable week at work. Those in the field of marketing media, communication or trading, will benefit in this week. News from a relative is likely. Fresh investments will not yield profit immediately. Those in love may decide to discuss the future with the family. Rest assured that you will get a
Virgo (Aug 23-Sept 21):
You will be engaged in activities different from your routine work. You may be involved in some social activities which could be quite tiring. Your mate may not be in a good mood. Attend to minor details about work yourself and let your beloved be alone to resolve a few personal problems.
Sagittarius (Nov 22-Dec 21):
Financial prospects are good. A fresh proposal through a friend could bring in substantial monetary gains. Minor misunderstandings should be overlooked. Relationships could suffer if you let minor irritants upset you. You will be in a mood to spend the evenings in the exclusive company of your beloved in this week.
You need to continue your efforts in getting a certain deal concluded in your favour. Financial gains are aplenty and some of you are likely to start a new enterprise. Those desirous of travelling overseas on work will get an opportunity to do so. Romance is in the air and you will meet an exciting
Pisces (Feb 19-March 20):
An early start at work will ease some pressure. You will accomplish all that you have scheduled for the week. Colleagues and associates are not particularly helpful. Take care of your health in this week. Over indulgence in eating or drinking could cause problems.
Ingredients 1 pound ground lamb 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano 1 tablespoon garlic, chopped 1 teaspoon sherry 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar 1 teaspoon molasses 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Grilled Spicy Lamb Burgers
4 pita bread rounds 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled Directions Preheat grill for medium heat. Place the lamb in a large bowl, and mix with the mint, cilantro, oregano, garlic, sherry, vinegar, and molasses. Season with cumin, allspice, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper, and mix well. Shape into 4 patties. Brush grill grate with oil. Grill burgers 5 minutes on each side, or until well done. Heat the pita pocket briefly on the grill. Serve burgers wrapped in pitas with feta cheese.
Tiger Prawns In Garlic Butter
Ingredients:
500 g - tiger prawns a few - sprigs of parsley 4 tbsp - melted butter 2 tsp - garlic paste 1/2 tbsp - mustard paste 1 tbsp - lemon juice 8 to 10 - peppercorns (coarsely ground) salt to taste
Method
Clean, de-vein and wash the prawns well. Drain thoroughly. Wash and dry parsley. Finely chop the parsley and keep aside. Place prawns, butter, garlic paste, parsley, mustard paste, lemon juice and freshly crushed peppercorns in a microwave bowl. Add salt and mix well. Cook, uncovered on microwave HIGH (100%) for 3 minutes. Serve hot.
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delicates. It fits over the agitator and your clothes go inside. It keeps them from being beat up by the agitator. -If your washing machine has these options, choose gentle wash, normal spin. This will make your clothes last longer because the agitator won't beat them up as much. The "normal spin" will get more water out of the clothes so they don't take as much time in the dryer. -One washing machine manufacturer used to make a tub with a removable agitator, to make it easier to wash bulky items like pillows, bedspreads, etc. My neighbor had one. Unfortunately, I don't remember which maker it was, but you can ask when you're shopping for a new washer. That will save you $40 or more, every time your bedspread needs to be cleaned! -Store your clothes properly. Mothproof your woolens when you pack them away for summer. Hang out-ofseason clothes in the closet in another room, or fold them neatly to store in boxes in the attic. Swap them out when the seasons change. Having only that season's clothes in your closet will give you more room so the clothes aren't wrinkled by being crowded, and will also make it easier to find the clothes you want to wear. -If you have talent, sew your own things. Start with Halloween costumes and work up from there! If you didn't take home economics in high school (do they still teach that?), take a sewing class at a local crafts store or local community college. -Participate in or start a swap program. Trade your two-year-olds duds for some infant wear when baby #2 arrives. No doubt there are lots of moms on base (or in housing) who would welcome this idea. -Don't buy cheap junk--check the seams and the buttons beforehand. If things look cheap, they probably won't last through many washings. That means they are no bargain. On the other hand, if you're buying play
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-Always buy at a discount. It doesn't matter if it's at factory outlets; garage, lawn or porch sales, retail sales or wherever. Just make an effort never to buy at full retail price! Don't be afraid to negotiate for a better price. (I know a woman whose husband is a millionaire many times over. Whenever and wherever she shops, she asks for a 20% discount, telling them her husband won't allow her to buy anything that's not on sale for at least 20% off. Most of the time, they say yes!) Visit the charity and consignment shops for bargains. -Wash certain items at home and avoid professionally dry cleaning them IF the fabric can be washed. Read care tags carefully! Many items that say dry clean or hand wash can be carefully washed at home and dried on a drying rack. In fact, if you have beaded sweaters with sequins, etc., they will look better if hand washed, because often the dry cleaning solution will discolor sequins. Of course, you won't find that out until it's too late! -Wash "delicates" in the washing machine by placing them in a lingerie bag to protect them. These can be bought in the laundry good section of places like Wal-Mart. I have some beautiful lace ones that I bought in a department store many years ago, and I wish I could find more like them. Also, General Electric makes a washing machine with a "mini-basket" that is great for washing
clothes for quickly-growing toddlers and youngsters, cheaper may be better! -Plan your shopping and watch for sales. Never, never buy clothes on impulse, or you've lost the chance to buy it on sale. -When buying expensive items, such as prom gowns, ball gowns, or cocktail dresses, avoid the latest trends and shop for classic items that will never be out of style. You can change the look with a change of accessories. And the people you meet at the next duty station won't know you've already worn it 4 times! To help you remember which dress you wore for which occasion, take a 3x5 index card, punch a hole in the corner so it will slip over the hangar, and each time you wear the dress, make a note of the date and the occasion so you'll know whether you've worn that dress in front of the same group before. -Don't buy more clothing than you really need in a season. Kids have a way of outgrowing things, and it's a lot cheaper to wash more and buy less. Often, kids will outgrow clothes before they wear them out. This makes garage sales and the Thrift Shop on base or other second-hand store great places to shop for kids' clothes. -Coordinate your clothes. This is easy with uniforms. With civilian gear, stick to a few basic color combinations. This makes packing for travel much more efficient, too. -Wear work clothes when you work, sports gear for play and more expensive dress clothes only for special events. Many a good shirt has been ruined by gardening, painting, working on the car, or cooking in it. Sometimes the trick to this is remembering to change clothes when you change activities. When you finish your errands and start to do chores around the house, change
into "chore clothes" and save the "errand clothes" for next time. -If it's not quite right, always return or exchange it. If you'll never wear it because it just doesn't look right to you, it wasn't a bargain. Get your money back to spend on something you feel confident in. -When you're shopping at a sale, don't buy an item one size too small because they don't have your size, thinking you'll lose weight to make it fit. That rarely works, and you've wasted your money. Buy only what fits now. Then, when you lose the weight, reward yourself with something new (on sale, of course). -Take advantage of sales to stock up on items you need on a continuing basis. This applies to "staples" like socks, sneakers, underwear, sleepwear, etc., not fashion goods. -When is a sale really a sale? Because of the high mark-up on consumer goods, you should demand a minimum of 25 - 30% off. Personally, I don't get interested until items are at least 40 - 50% off. Of course, that means the selection isn't as great, and it may take more time to find all the pieces you need to complete the outfit, so you have to shop carefully. But if you follow the suggestions above about classic styles and coordinating colors, you may already have pieces in your wardrobe that can be worn with the item on sale. If you buy an item thinking it will match something you have at home, and discover that it doesn't, don't be embarrassed to return it, but do so in a reasonable time. I've never had a salesperson give me a hard time for saying, "Sorry, it just didn't match the piece I bought it to go with." Continued Next Week
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Each day, 10-year-old Seth asked his mom for more and more lunch money. Yet he seemed skinnier than ever and came home from school hungry. It turned out that Seth was handing his lunch money to a fifthgrader, who was threatening to beat him up if he didn't pay. Kayla, 13, thought things were going well at her new school, since all the popular girls were being so nice to her. But then she found out that one of them had posted mean rumors about her on a website. Kayla cried herself to sleep that night and started going to the nurse's office complaining of a stomachache to avoid the girls in study hall. Unfortunately, the kind of bullying that Seth and Kayla experienced is widespread. In national surveys, most kids and teens say that bullying happens at school. A bully can turn something like going to the bus stop or recess into a nightmare for kids. Bullying can leave deep emotional scars that last for life. And in extreme situations, it can culminate in violent threats, property damage, or someone getting seriously hurt. If your child is being bullied, there are ways to help him or her cope with it on a day-to-day basis and lessen its lasting impact. And even if bullying isn't an issue right in your house right now, it's important to discuss it so your kids will be prepared if it does happen.
Helping Kids Deal With Bullies

Why Kids Bully
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relationships. In severe cases, bullying has contributed to tragedies, such as school shootings. Kids bully for a variety of reasons. Sometimes they pick on kids because they need a victim someone who seems emotionally or physically weaker, or just acts or appears different in some way to feel more important, popular, or in control. Although some bullies are bigger or stronger than their victims, that's not always the case. Sometimes kids torment others because that's the way theyve been treated. They may think their behavior is normal because they come from families or other settings where everyone regularly gets angry, shouts, or calls names. Some popular TV shows even seem to promote meanness people are "voted off," shunned, or ridiculed for their appearance or lack of talent.
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Most kids have been teased by a sibling or a friend at some point. And it's not usually harmful when done in a playful, friendly, and mutual way, and both kids find it funny. But when teasing becomes hurtful, unkind, and constant, it crosses the line into bullying and needs to stop. Bullying is intentional tormenting in physical, verbal, or psychological ways. It can range from hitting, shoving, namecalling, threats, and mocking to extorting money and treasured possessions. Some kids bully by shunning others and spreading rumors about them. Others use email, chat rooms, instant messages, social networking websites, and text messages to taunt others or hurt their feelings. It's important to take bullying seriously and not just brush it off as something that kids have to "tough out." The effects can be serious and affect kids' sense of self-worth and future
Unless your child tells you about bullying or has visible bruises or injuries it can be difficult to figure out if it's happening. But there are some warning signs. Parents might notice kids acting differently or seeming anxious, or not eating, sleeping well, or doing the things they usually enjoy. When kids seem moodier or more easily upset than usual, or when they start avoiding certain situations, like taking the bus to school, it might be because of a bully. If you suspect bullying but your child is reluctant to open up, find opportunities to bring up the issue in a more roundabout way. For instance, you might see a situation on a TV show and use it as a conversation starter, asking "What do you think of this?" or "What do you think that person should have done?" This might lead to questions like: "Have you ever seen this happen?" or "Have you ever experienced this?" You might want to talk about any experiences you or another family member had at that age. Let your kids know that if they're being bullied or see it happening to someone else it's important to talk to someone about it, whether it's you, another adult (a teacher, school counselor, or family friend), or a sibling.
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Ovarian Cancer - What You Need To Know

Risk factors
Anything that increases your odds of contracting a disease is considered a risk factor for it. Interestingly, some women with few risk factors may contract ovarian cancer, while other women with more risk factors may not. The fact of the matter is that ALL women, simply because they are women, are at risk for developing ovarian cancer. Therefore, all women should be on guard for its symptoms, which may be vague at first but typically increase in severity as the disease progresses. Until there are accessible, accurate, early-stage diagnostics for ovarian cancer, knowing what one's own risk factors are and being aware of and vigilant for its symptoms are a woman's only defenses. The greatest hope of surviving ovarian cancer comes with early detection. Pap tests DO NOT detect ovarian cancer. Women at every risk level should insist on being screened regularly, even though there is room for considerable error with current screening methods such as transvaginal ultrasonography, rectovaginal pelvic examination and genetic testing for BRCA mutations. Risk factors for certain types of ovarian cancers can include: Having a personal or family history of ovarian cancer, breast cancer or colorectal cancer. According to the American Cancer Society, up to 10% of ovarian cancers result from an inherited tendency to develop the disease. Mutations in BRCA1 or BRCA2 genes can predispose a woman to develop breast or ovarian cancer. Colorectal cancer also carries a genetic component which may increase a woman's risk for ovarian cancer. The younger you or your family members were at the time of diagnosis, the higher your risk for developing ovarian cancer. Being post-menopausal. Most ovarian cancers develop after a woman has entered menopause, with the majority of cases being diagnosed in women age 65 and up. However, ovarian cancer can strike at any age. Being obese. A study by the American Cancer Society correlated a higher rate of ovarian cancer deaths in obese women, with the highest death rates among women who were the most obese. Experiencing undesired infertility or using fertility drugs. Women who have not had children or who have used fertility drugs to achieve pregnancy seem to have a higher risk of developing ovarian cancer than women who have had children, women who breastfed and women who have used oral contraceptives. reducing one's risk of developing the disease. Oral contraception. Women who have used birth control pills for 5 or more consecutive years reduce their risk of developing ovarian cancer; their risk continues to drop the longer birth control pills are used. However, the use of birth control pills may elevate some risk of developing breast cancer in some women. Breast feeding and pregnancy. Having one or more children, particularly before age 25, and breast feeding may decrease one's risk of developing ovarian cancer. Surgical prevention. For women who are at particularly high risk for ovarian cancer and who are outside of their reproductive years, certain surgical procedures such as tubal ligation (tying the fallopian tubes), hysterectomy (removing the uterus) and oophorectomy (removing the ovaries) can greatly reduce the relative risk of developing ovarian cancer. However, all surgical procedures carry risks and should be discussed in full with one's physician. Diagnosis How is ovarian cancer diagnosed? Unfortunately, 77% of ovarian cancer cases are diagnosed in an advanced stage, primarily because symptoms that present in the early stages of the disease are often subtle, misinterpreted, inconsistent or ignored. Even routine pelvic exams are unlikely to detect ovarian cancer when it is most treatable before it has spread beyond the ovaries. The sooner ovarian cancer can be correctly diagnosed, the greater a woman's chances are of surviving it. Ovarian cancer may be uncommon, but it is especially deadly. That's why it is so important for women to be aware of the symptoms and keen to their possible presence at all times. Screening tests. Scientists and researchers continue to pursue reliable screening methods for the early detection of ovarian cancer. At present, there are a number of tests available that may be of some benefit to women at particular risk for the disease: Pelvic exam. Even though a pelvic exam is unlikely to reveal early forms of ovarian cancer, it can still be a useful tool for helping doctors detect variations from baseline conditions. Therefore, it is highly recommended that women age 18 and up have mandatory annual vaginal exams and that women age 35 and up have annual rectovaginal exams (in which the physician palpates the rectum and vagina simultaneously to detect abnormal swelling and tenderness). Transvaginal sonography. Usually performed as a precaution among women at high risk for developing ovarian cancer or after a woman has an abnormal pelvic exam, this imaging technique uses an ultrasound instrument placed in the vagina. While more helpful than pelvic exams or CA125 blood tests alone, the transvaginal ultrasound is limited in its ability to detect cancer early on. CA-125 test. This blood test measures levels of CA-125, a blood-borne protein produced by some ovarian cancer cells and by other non-cancerous conditions. Because this blood test may yield elevated (positive) results in the presence of non-cancerous conditions as well, it has a limited capacity for detecting early-stage ovarian cancer. If preliminary screening methods suggest the presence of ovarian cancer, your healthcare provider may recommend conducting a CT scan, X-ray or biopsy to confirm results. Stages of ovarian cancer Ovarian cancer is classified in chronological stages I through IV. Each stage can then be further classified into sub-categories. Should you be diagnosed with ovarian cancer, your doctor will be your best resource when it comes to understanding the full categorization and classification of your cancer. The following chart provides an overview of the four basic stages of ovarian cancer: Stage I. Ovarian cancer is confined to one or both ovaries. Stage II. Ovarian cancer has spread to other locations in the pelvis, such as the uterus or fallopian tubes. Stage III. Ovarian cancer has spread to the lining of the abdomen (peritoneum) or to the lymph nodes within the abdomen. This is the most common stage of disease identified at the time of diagnosis. Stage IV. Ovarian cancer has spread to organs beyond the abdomen. All statistics and facts are compiled from the American Cancer Society and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Symptoms of ovarian cancer What makes ovarian cancer so unspeakably dangerous is that it is hardest to detect in its early stages. Sadly, only about 19% of ovarian cancer cases are diagnosed before the cancer has spread outside of the ovaries when the disease is most responsive to treatment. To complicate matters, the ovaries are tiny organs buried deep within the abdomen, making the symptoms originating from them all the more difficult to detect and all the more likely to be confused for something far less serious. The more progressed the disease, the more pronounced the symptoms are likely to be. The most common symptoms include: Bloating Pelvic or abdominal pain Trouble eating or feeling full quickly Urinary urgency or frequency Although these symptoms can also be indicative of benign conditions, they can suggest the presence of cancers in other organs. Symptoms that are out of the ordinary for you and that persist almost daily for 2 weeks or more should be brought to the immediate attention of your gynecologist. Additional symptoms of ovarian cancer, which can also be symptoms of other conditions, include: Upset stomach Back pain Pain during sex Constipation Menstrual changes Unexplained changes in bowel habits Unexplained weight gain or weight loss Ongoing unusual fatigue Prevention Can ovarian cancer be prevented? Science is still far from knowing how to prevent ovarian cancer, but there is mounting evidence suggesting ways of
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Alzheimer's Hits Women More Severely Than Men, Even When Both Are In The Same Stage Of The Disease.
Researchers from the University of Hertfordshire discovered that men with Alzheimer's consistently performed better than their women counterparts, across the five cognitive areas they examined. Most remarkably, the verbal skills of women with Alzheimer's are worse when compared to men with the disease, the Journal of Clinical and Experimental Neuropsychology reports. Researchers led by Keith Laws, professor of psychology at Hertfordshire, completed a metaanalysis of neurocognitive data from 15 published studies, which revealed a consistent male advantage on verbal and visuo-spatial tasks, and tests of both episodic and semantic memory. Episodic memory is our ability to recall specific events of our past, accompanied by the feeling of remembering. Semantic memory is the other knowledge that we acquire which is purely factual without any personal feeling or history attached, according to a Hertfordshire statement. "Unlike mental decline associated with normal aging, something about Alzheimer's specifically disadvantages women. There has been some previous, but limited, evidence that women with Alzheimer's deteriorate faster than men in the earlier stages of the disease," said Law. Further analysis of the study data showed that age, education level and dementia severity did not explain the advantage that men with the disease have over women with the disease. Alzheimer's disease, which damages memory, thinking, behaviour and emotion, is the most common form of dementia affecting 30 million people worldwide, with 4.6 million new cases being added every year.
Alzheimer's Hits Women More Severely
Thirty minutes of daily exercise provides an equally effective loss of weight and body mass as does a 60-minute routine, according to a Danish research. Forty percent of Danish men are moderately overweight. For 13 weeks, a research team at the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences of the University of Copenhagen followed 60 heavy but healthy men in their efforts to get into better shape. Half of the men were set to exercise for an hour a day, wearing a heart-rate monitor and calorie counter, while the second group was to exercise for
'30 Minutes Of Daily Exercise Enough To Lower Weight'
30 minutes, the American Journal of Physiology reports. Research results showed that 30 minutes of exercise hard enough to produce a sweat was enough to turn the tide on an unhealthy body mass index, according to a Copenhagen statement. On average, the men who exercised 30 minutes a day lost 3.6 kilo in three months, while those who exercised for a whole hour only lost 2.7 kg. The reduction in body mass was about 4 kg for both groups, reports Mads Rosenkilde, doctoral student from the Department of Biomedical Sciences.
A cup of traditional herbal tea may hold the key to fighting breast cancer, scientists have claimed. Extracts from the plant known as virgin's does not trigger any serious side effects mantle, which is used as a medicinal tea such as loss of hair, drop in blood count in some countries, can kill cancerous or diarrhea. cells in the test tube, as reported. The research found the plant extract The plant-based tea is already drunk had a novel mechanism which could by women in rural Pakistan who have remedy defects in cell DNA that would breast cancer, but until now its use as a normally resist tumor growth. treatment has been regarded as folklore. An impaired DNA response not only Research by scientists at Aston allows the cancer to flourish, it also University, Birmingham, and Russells inhibits the way chemotherapy works Hall Hospital, Dudley, suggests it which reduces its effectiveness. contains potent anti-cancer agents that Professor Carmichael said a small act singly or in combination against the hospital 100 miles north of Lahore in proliferation of cancer cells. Pakistan started using the herbal tea 40 Laboratory tests showed they arrested years ago to treat breast cancer patients. the growth of cells within five hours "It appears to keep them in remission, of application and caused them to die although we can't use the word cure at within 24 hours. this stage," she said. The plant, which has the botanical "However, they live for a long time name Fagonia cretica, is found in arid, without losing their hair or putting on a desert regions of Pakistan, India, Africa large amount of weight, or experiencing and parts of Europe. other toxic side effects associated with Professor Helen Griffiths and Professor chemotherapy, so we are confident this Amtul R Carmichael, who headed the extract has something to contribute." study, found herbal tea made from the She said stringent safety tests would be extract of the plant destroys cancer cells needed in developing a drug based on but, unlike conventional chemotherapy, the extract. treatment does not damage normal At present the herbal tea is being used breast cells, thus reducing side effects. to treat Asians but there might be Reports from breast cancer sufferers in different effects in Caucasian patients, Pakistan suggest that the plant extract she added.
Herbal Tea Could Help Combat Breast Cancer
Those who look after their teeth and gums may have lower risk of developing dementia, according to a new study from the University of California. Researchers found that elderly women Some 18 years later, 1,145 of the who brushed their teeth less than once original group had signs of dementia. a day were up to 65 per cent more Of 78 women who brushed their teeth likely to develop dementia than those less than once a day in 1992, 21 had who brushed three times a day. dementia by 2010, about one case per "Not only does the state of your mind 3.7 women. predict what kind of oral health habits In comparison, among those who you practice, it may be that your oral brushed at least once a day, closer to health habits influence whether or not one in every 4.5 women developed you get dementia," the media quoted dementia - a 65 per cent greater chance Annlia Paganini-Hill, the study's lead of the disease. author, as saying. The University of California researchers The study tracked the health of almost said that while they hadn't proved 5,500 residents at a Californian retirement dental decay could fuel dementia, the community from 1992 to 2010. topic warrants more research.
Brushing Teeth Regularly Could Help Keep Memory Sharp Later In Life
Teenagers who are overweight or obese are much more likely to develop gallstones, compared with peers of a healthy weight, US research suggests. Healthcare providers Kaiser Permanente looked at 510,000 children aged 10-19. It found those who were overweight were twice as likely as those with a healthy weight to have gallstones - the rate was higher among those who were obese. Those who were moderately obese were four times more likely to have gallstones than those with a normal body mass index, and this rose to six times for
Gallstone Risk 'Higher Among Obese Teenagers'
those classed as extremely obese. A UK obesity expert said it was yet another sign that obesity-linked disorders were being seen at increasingly young ages. Gallstones are small stones, usually made of cholesterol, that form in the gallbladder. Often they do not cause any symptoms, but if one becomes trapped it can trigger intense abdominal pain. They can block the passage of bile into the intestine, which in turn can cause severe damage or infection in the gallbladder, liver, or pancreas and - if left untreated - can be fatal.
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After the success of Ek Tha Tiger, Salman Khan has become the king of box-office. 100 crore stamp has been affixed on him and filmmakers are desperate to get his dates. After doing back to back action oriented movies, he is now inclined towards romantic movies. He has been flooded with film offers and makers are ready to pay him any amount he demands. Filmmaker Subhash Ghai who worked with Salman Khan in Yuvraaj is ready to sign him with a whopping amount of Rs 100 crore for an action film. He has two films on hand now. He is working on one of the film and will work on the other film with Salman next year. "I am returning to direction. I have two films... one with Salman that I will start next year and other I will start shooting this year," Ghai told. After the failure of Yuvvraaj, Ghai repented that he cast Salman in a romantic thriller and not in an action packed film. "After Wanted he has emerged as the new action hero. Audience likes to see him in this zone. It would be foolish on my part to make romantic kind of films with him. We made a mistake by casting him in Yuvvraj," Ghai said. "I have signed Salman for my film. Considering Salman's superstar status
Salman Khan The Highest Paid Actor In Bollywood?
and the love that he has got for doing action films, I would be making an action-masala kind of movie. He is Superman Salman. We are working on the script," he added. "He has other commitments. So once he is done with all of them. We will start working next year," Ghai said. It is also heard that producer Ramesh Taurani has signed Salman Khan with an whopping price of Rs 100 crore. A source informs, As expected Ek Tha Tiger has sent the cash registers ringing and many filmmakers have been seen visiting Salmans residence to make a film with him. However, Taurani, who has earlier worked with Salman and has had him signed since the past couple of years, is very keen that they do a film together." "A couple of days back, he met Salman and offered him Rs. 100 crore for a film. Taurani is aware that the actors last three films have done business near to Rs. 150 crore net and thats why he is ready to take the gamble, the source was quoted by the tabloid. Taurani however denied the price quoted, Salman is already signed with me and this is not the right figure. He will be doing a film in 2013 with us and details are being worked out.
Their marriage is four decades old but romance hasn't faded between Bollywood couple Dilip Kumar and Saira Banu.
Forty Years On, Romance Still Alive Between Dilip And Saira
Saira Banu & Dilip Kumar

The couple enjoyed a quiet dinner together at Saira's 68th birthday, revealed yesteryear superstar Dilip Kumar. "It was Saira's birthday. Her friends claimed her attention since morning," Dilip Kumar tweeted Friday. "But the late evening was just the two of us, for the quiet dinner at our favourite restaurant," he posted further.
Veteran actor and theatre artist A.K. Hangal, who died last Sunday, was cremated, with his son Vijay performing the last rites. "I am sad at my father's demise. But what can one say, one has to go," he told reporters at the Ville Parle Crematorium after the funeral. Hangal passed away Sunday morning after prolonged illness aggravated by a recent hip fracture. He was 97. Although Bollywood took to Twitter to mourn his death, very few from tinsel town attended Hangal's last. They included Raza Murad, Rakesh Bedi, Ila Arun and Akhilendra Mishra. "It is a great loss. He was a freedom fighter and a great actor. He was a great human being. I have learnt a lot from him as an actor. It is sad that people from the industry didn't turn up," Raza Murad told the media. Hangal was admitted to the Asha Parekh Hospital Aug 16 following a hip fracture. He had been suffering from old age health problems for a long time. His wife pre-deceased him and he is survived by his son Vijay. The actor was associated with the film industry since 1967 and worked in nearly 225 films. He is best known for his roles in "Parichay", "Sholay", "Abhimaan", and "Shaukeen". The actor made headlines in 2011 when it was revealed that he was struggling for livelihood as his source of income had dried up and there was hardly any money for food or medicine. Following that, many people from the film industry, including actors Amitabh Bachchan and Aamir Khan, offered him financial support. Hangal was last seen in a TV show, "Madhubala", in May.
A.K. Hangal Passes Away
Salman Khan & Subhash Ghai
A.K. Hangal
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Shabana Azmi
late. Early in childhood, the environment in her home was inculcated into her a respect for family ties, social and human values; and her parents always supported her to develop a passion for intellectual stimulation and growth. Azmi did her schooling at the premier girl's school, Queen Mary School, Mumbai. She completed a graduate degree in Psychology from St. Xaviers College, Mumbai, and followed it with a course in acting at the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune. She described the reason she decided to attend the film institute, saying, "I had had the privilege of watching Jaya Bhaduri in a (Diploma) film, Suman, and I was completely enchanted by her performance because it was unlike the other performances I had seen. I really marveled at that and said, 'My god, if by going to the Film Institute I can achieve that, that's what I want to do.'" Azmi eventually topped the list of successful candidates of 1972. played by her. In Mandi, she acted as a madam of a whorehouse. For this role, she put on weight and even chewed betel. Real life portrayals continued in almost all her movies. These included the role of a woman named Jamini resigned to her destiny in Khandhar, and a typical urban Indian wife, homemaker and mother in Masoom. She also acted in experimental and parallel Indian cinema. Deepa Mehtas 1996 film Fire depicts her as a lonely woman, Radha, in love with her sisterin-law. The on-screen depiction of lesbianism (perhaps the first in Indian cinema) drew severe protests and threats from many social groups as well as by the Indian authorities. Her role as Radha brought her international recognition with the Silver Hugo Award for Best Actress at the 32nd Chicago Film Festival and Jury Award for Best Actress at Outfest, Los Angeles. Some of her notable films include Shyam Benegal's Nishant (1975), Junoon (1978), Susman (1986), and Antarnaad (1992); Satyajit Rays Shatranj Ke Khiladi; Mrinal Sens Khandhar, Genesis, Ek Din Achanak; Saeed Mirzas Albert Pinto Ko Gussa Kyon Aata Hai; Sai Paranjpyes Sparsh and Disha; Gautam Ghoses Paar; Aparna Sens Picnic and Sati ; Mahesh Bhatts Arth; Vinay Shuklas Godmother. Her other films include the commercially successful Manmohan Desai's Amar Akbar Anthony, and Parvarish and Prakash Mehras Jwalamukhi. Azmi starred in Hollywood productions such as John Schlesingers Madame Sousatzka (1988) and Roland Joffes City of Joy (1992). Azmi debuted on the small screen in a soap opera titled Anupama. She portrayed a modern Indian woman who, while endorsing traditional Indian ethos and values, negotiated more freedom for herself. She had also participated in many stage plays, and notable among them include M. S. Sathyus Safed Kundali (1980), based on The Caucasian Chalk Circle; and Feroz Abbas Khan's Tumhari Amrita along with actor Farooq Sheikh, which ran for five years. She toured Singapore on an assignment with the Singapore Repertory Theatre Company, acting in Ingmar Bergmans adaptation of Ibsens A Doll's House, which was directed by Rey Buono. Personal life She married Javed Akhtar, a lyricist, poet and Bollywood scriptwriter on December 9, 1984, making her a member of the Akhtar-Azmi film family. It was Akhtars second marriage, the first being with Bollywood scriptwriter, Honey Irani. Indian actresses Farah Naaz and Tabu are her nieces. Selected filmography She has acted in more than one hundred Hindi films, both in the mainstream as well as in parallel cinema. Several of her films have received attention in the international arena, including at the Norwegian Film Institute, the Smithsonian Institution and the American Film Institute. She has appeared in a number of foreign films, most of which have won international acclaim, including John Schlesingers Madame Sousatzka, Nicholas Klotzs Bengali Night, Roland Joffes City of Joy, Channel 4s Immaculate Conception, Blake Edwards' Son of the Pink Panther, and Ismail Merchants In Custody. Ankur (1974) Nishant, Fakira (1976) Shatranj Ke Khiladi, Amar Akbar Anthony (1977) Junoon, Swami (1978) Sparsh (1980) Arth (1982) Masoom, Mandi (1983) Shart (1986) The Bengali Night, Madame Sousatzka (1988) City of Joy (1992) In Custody, Son of the Pink Panther (1993) Fire (1996) Saaz (1997) Side Streets, Earth (1998) Godmother (1999) Makdee (2002) Tehzeeb (2003) Morning Raga (2004) 15 Park Avenue, Waterborne (2005) Umrao Jaan (2006) Honeymoon Travels Pvt. Ltd., Loins of Punjab Presents (2007) Sorry Bhai! (2008) It's a Wonderful Afterlife (2010) Kalpvriksh (Film) (2012) National Awards Azmi has received the National Film Award for Best Actress five times, making her the overall most-awarded actor in the function: 1975 - National Film Award for Best Actress, Ankur 1983 - National Film Award for Best Actress, Arth 1984 - National Film Award for Best Actress, Khandhar 1985 - National Film Award for Best Actress, Paar 1999 - National Film Award for Best Actress, Godmother Filmfare Awards Winner: 1978 - Filmfare Best Actress Award for Swami 1984 - Filmfare Best Actress Award for Arth 1985 - Filmfare Best Actress Award for Bhavna 2006 - Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award
Shabana Azmi Shabana Azmi, born September 18, 1950, is an Indian actress of film, television and theatre. An alumna of the Film and Television Institute of India of Pune, she made her film debut in 1974 and soon became one of the leading actresses of parallel cinema, an Indian New Wave movement known for its serious content and neo-realism. Regarded as one of the finest actresses in India, Azmi's performances in films in a variety of genres have generally earned her praise and awards, which include a record of five wins of the National Film Award for Best Actress and several international honours. She has also received four Filmfare Awards. Azmi has appeared in over 120 Hindi films in both mainstream and independent cinema, and since 1988 she has acted in several foreign projects. In addition to acting, Azmi is a social and women's rights activist, a Goodwill Ambassador of the United Nations Population Fund (UNPFA), and a member of the Rajya Sabha, the upper house of the Indian parliament. She is married to Indian poet and screenwriter Javed Akhtar. Early life and background Shabana Azmi was born in a Muslim family. Her parents are Kaifi Azmi (an Indian poet) and Shaukat Azmi (a veteran Indian People's Theatre Association stage actress), both of whom were members of the Communist Party of India. Her brother, Baba Azmi, is a cinematographer. Her parents had an active social life, and their home was always thriving with people and activities of the communist party. It was not unusual for her to wake up in the morning and find members of the communist party sleeping about, from a previous night's communist social that ran
Career
Azmi graduated from the FTII in 1973 and went on to sign on Khwaja Ahmad Abbas' Faasla and began work on Kanti Lal Rathod's Parinay as well. Her first release, however, was Shyam Benegal's directorial debut Ankur (1974). Belonging to the arthouse genre of neo-realistic films, Ankur is based on a true story which occurred in Hyderabad. Azmi played Lakshmi, a married servant and villager who drifts into an affair with a college student who visits the countryside. Azmi was not the original choice for the film, and several leading actresses of that time refused to do it. The film went on to become a major critical success, and Azmi won the National Film Award for Best Actress for her performances. Upperstall. com described her work in the film as "an outstanding psychologically penetrating performance very different from those seen normally till then in mainstream Hindi cinema", and famous independent filmmaker Satyajit Ray commented, "In Ankur she may not have fitted immediately into her rustic surroundings, but her poise and personality are never in doubt. In two high pitched scenes, she pulls out the stops to firmly establish herself as one of our finest dramatic actresses". She went on to receive the National Film Award consecutively for three years from 1983 to 1985 for her roles in movies, Arth, Khandhar and Paar. Another film Godmother (1999) earned her another National Film Award, taking her tally to five. Azmis acting has been characterized by a real-life depiction of the roles
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Salmans Ek Tha Tiger Crosses Rs Sridevi To Be Waxed At Madame 200 Cr Mark At Box Office Tussauds
Bollywood actress Sridevi will soon be joining the bandwagon of Bollywood stars who were immortalized at Madame Tussauds. Buzz has it that she'll be joining the leagues of Amitabh Bachchan, Aishwarya Rai, Salman Khan, Hrithik Roshan, Shah Rukh Khan, Madhuri Dixit and Kareena Kapoor. "Our spy says theres major buzz going on behind-the-scenes. We should probably expect an announcement soon perhaps during the release of her comeback film, English Vinglish," reports the website. The celebrity blogger Miss Malini informs that Sridevis husband Boney Kapoor is all excited for the wax model of his wife and he wants that the wax model highly resemble to Sridevi. Meanwhile, Sridevi is making her grand comeback after 14 years with Gauri Shinde's English Vinglish. It is a tri-lingual film shot in three languages - Hindi, Tamil & Telugu. Sridevi is not insecure about her comeback and confident about the films success. "I am very confident
Ek Tha Tiger starring Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif in the leads, has broken all old records and set its own several benchmarks at the Indian and overseas Box Office. The latest addition to the list of its records is that the romantic action thriller has crossed Rs 200 crore mark at the collection centres across the globe. With this, it has become the fastest Rs 200 crore grosser in the history of Hindi Cinema. Ek Tha Tiger, which released on 3300 screens on August 15, had collected Rs 154.21 crore nett at the Indian Box Office in nine-dayextended opening week. The movie continued to do well in the second weekend thereby overtaking new release Shirin Farhad Ki Toh Nikal Padi. The film grossed Rs 4.53 crore last Friday and approximately Rs 5
crore on Saturday taking its 11 day total to Rs 163.74. Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif starrer romantic action movie has also got very good response at the overseas Box Office. In 11 days, Ek Tha Tiger has raked in a total of Rs 39.03 crores nett at the collection centres in foreign countries like USA, UAE, UK, Australia, New Zealand and Fiji. It is a record breaking collection for a Hindi film in the international market. However, Ek Tha Tiger has collected a total of Rs 202.77 crores at the worldwide Box Office in 11 days. The makers of this Kabir Khan movie are very happy with its performance at the ticket windows and they could not stop thanking Salmania, which has kept the bells ringing at the collection centres across the globe.
with this film and not insecure at all. I am very excited about this film," Sridevi told reporters. Sridevi turns showstopper for designer Sabyasachi at PCJ Delhi Couture Week. English Vinglish is a story of a housewife who attempt to learn English to impress her husband and family members.
Van Damme, also known as Muscles from Brussels, is keen on working with Bollywood beauty Aishwarya Rai. The Expendables 2 star wishes to make a Bollywood movie, with he being the hero and Ash his heroin. The actor was floored by Ashs looks and acting in Devdas. In a recent interview with a popular
Hollywood Comes Knocking At Aishwarya Rais Doorstep!
tabloid, when asked whom he would like to pair up with in Bollywood, he said, It has to be Aishwarya (Rai). She is absolutely gorgeous. Well, it looks like Van Dammes wish might not come true anytime soon as Aishwarya is busy with her little kid, Aaradhya and has taken a break from film.
Van Damme
Aishwarya Rai.
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At the Movies
Premium Rush (PG) * * * * Deadline!

by ROBERT WALDMAN
Never do anything with a rush. That is, unless youre a courier. Deadlines come and go but one foxy biker learns the hard way to steer clear of trouble in Premium Rush, a superior thriller from Columbia Pictures now setting up sparks at Empire Studio 12, Colossus and Cineplex Odeon Theatres around B.C. Rush hour comes early as its a race against time in this non-stop thriller. Likely the smartest, most intriguing thriller since Keanu Reeves classic Speed Premium Rush is all about a regular guy just doing his job. Little does bike courier Wilee realize that his latest pick-up is wrought with danger from the get go. Busy actor Joseph Gordon-Levitt picks up where his work on The Dark Knight Rises left off as a fear nothing Manhattan courier who loves to court danger. Reckless is his way of riding and getting from one business to another with important documents. No one thinks twice of making a business delivery only Wilee almost immediately senses something is amiss when his latest job attracts some unwanted attention. It seems like everyone wants his package including a mystery man named Bobby Monday. Hot off his stirring work in comes Michael Shannon whose take on a person with a hard on for that delivery creates all sorts of problems for poor Wilee. ` Not only does Wilee have to deal with the relentess Bobby Monday who continues to charge after him (and
the package) but the local New York authorities who dont exactly take too kindly to his violation of countless traffic laws. Oh, and theres also lots of time for a bit of love along the way plus macho competition among the cyclist ranks. Director and writer David Koepp knows how to push all the right buttons and were left with a non-stop joy ride thats fresh and fun from start to finish. Gritty camerawork with in your face riding will appeal to adrenaline seekers who will love the voyeuristic appeal of this film. And the foreign angle also works well as Premium Rush depicts a bunch of desperate characters in a truly international tale of intrigue, family and desperation. Laying on some low level love in the role of Vanessa is Dania Ramirez. Physical activity junkees should also embrace this film that for 91 minutes simply rocks! Cudos to the great camerawork which makes the road warrior aspect of this movie exciting to watch. Gordon-Levitt is terrific as the thin framed master of the bike who works wonders on two wheels. Youll be spinning your wheels with delight as the action ramps up to a fever pitch. Strong acting includes the buff work of Wolee Parks as Manny, another driven driver. All in all, Premium Rush is a one of a kind action flick that deserves to be seen on a big screen. Get caught up in the plight of a missing package and the one man who may hold the key to a life or two in the process.
Offers Come Pouring In To Prince Harry
Prince Harry has gotten himself into quite the pickle. (Ew.) Ever since some newly rich dude took and sold photos of Harry playing an innocent game of strip billiards, it was pretty obvious someone else was going to try and cash in on the royal pain. The esteemed people of both Playgirl and Chippendales want Harrys nakedness and are willing to pay a pretty penny for it. I think what we all started to decide right away was just how much money the offers would go out for him, Playgirl publisher Vincent Stevens told E! Online. Theres no way in the world that he would ever consider this but youre talking about numbers in the six figures right off the bat. I think the bidding would start in the low six figures [but] I think a million dollars is not out of the question. Way to go, slick. Preface that Harry would never consider posing for Playgirl, but then tempt him by dropping a fictional million bucks in his lap. Lets be clear, Playgirl has not contacted Harry with any formal offers, but even if they did, Im sure well see a couple of flying corgis before it ever happens. On a smaller, Magic Mike-like scale, two male revues want Harry to play
strip billiards with them minus the pool table. A rep for Chippendales told TMZ, Chippendales at the Rio AllSuite Hotel and Casino are reaching out to the royalty to gauge his interest in being our next guest host. We figured that since he seems to enjoy taking his clothes off in Las Vegas, why not do it on stage at the #1 Male Revue in the World. And Adam Steck, producer of Australias Thunder from Down Under (which showcases Aussies and New Zealanders stripping for Las Vegas fans), told E!, Im not sure his mum would approve. Even though hes not Australian hed be an amazing addition to our cast! I cant imagine the prince posing on a bearskin rug for Playgirl, nor do I think the last thing Harry is worrying about right now is his lack of Aussie-ness, especially since theres a new report that there may be more naked pics of Harry to be had. But say, just say, we lived in a world of unicorns and leprechauns and dragons Harry should definitely go for the Chippendales gig, right? Because nothing says classy like following in the footsteps of Joey Lawrence (whoa!) and Ronnie from Jersey Shore.
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The Phoenix At Fiji Broadcasting Commission Rises From Its Ashes

By:Thakur Ranjit Singh It was a very comfortable ride in Sunbeam round the island bus leaving Suva bus station at 6 am on a clear Hibiscus week morning via Kings Road for Ba on Thursday 23 August, 2012. I was pleasantly surprised at the improvements in Suva after a lapse of five years. Apart from that, the standard of public transport, especially buses have remarkably increased. After arriving in Suva from Nadi via Pacific Transports new Chinese airconditioned coach, I had no hesitation in catching Sunbeams equally elegant looking bus. The almost-completed (some ten minutes remaining) Kings road looks and feels great. Having travelled Canada in Greyhound buses between Terrace, Jasper, Edmonton, and Calgary on my recent trip for some 25 hours, I found Fiji services equal to or even better and friendlier, but that is another story for another day. When I reached my dusty settlement Rarawai Golflinks in Ba at around midday, I was shocked to see houses in a state of lock-up and not a single soul outside in sight. Only when I knocked at my family home did I see all glued to their TV watching Hindi soap opera, Pavitra Rishta, (clean and principled relationship) which is later followed by another mother-in law-, sister in law ding-dong. My brother in Ba demands early lunch to be undisturbed for middays programme, and the whole family was glued to FBC TVs new daytime Hindi drama. I went to the next door neighbour sister in-law, and same story. Thanks to FBC TV for bringing this free Indian programmes in daytime when almost whole of Fiji gets together to watch entertaining family dramas. With subtitles in English, the programmes are seen with equal enthusiasm by i- Taukei and other races as well. We know of a case in rural Nausori having educational programme for children from 6-7.30 in the morning followed by cartoon, and news till midday, and midday soaps and family drama that I experienced people gluedto in my hometown in Ba. The other feature is shorter news covering major stories and confining them only to half an hour. After seeing changes at FBC, renovations of the 52 year old building to state-of art media outlet, interviewing people and finding them talk positively about FBC radio stations and new FBC TV and listening to this young dynamic CEO of FBC, I am reminded of the legendary Greek bird Phoenix which has a 500 to 1000 year life-cycle. Near the end, it builds itself a nest of twigs that then ignites; both nest and bird burn fiercely and are reduced to ashes, from which a new, young phoenix or phoenix egg arises, reborn anew to live again. The new phoenix is destined to live as long as its old self. I am now seeing FBC rising from its ashes. Riyaz Sayed Khaiyum created controversy when he joined FBC, some claiming he lacked the depth of CEO and business acumen. After having visited and seen FBC and its new facilities, taking feedback from people and after listening to his vision and thoughts about changes to TV scene and new home-grown model of journalism; I can say without doubt that all prophets and pundits of doomsday have been miserably disappointed and have been proved wrong FBC now has an able and deserving captain. With Riyaz Sayed Khaiyum at the helm, Fiji Broadcasting Commission is rising like that legendary Greek phoenix bird from its ashes that is FBC and FBC TV of 2012.
where, when some I-Taukei ladies get off their buses for a fair distance walk to their village, they knock on the door of my aunty to seek permission to see Pavitra Rishta because they did not want to miss the programme while walking home. Such is the craze of our free sub-titled Hindi and other popular English programmes that our new station is providing free to our viewers, said a very cheerful and energetic Riyaz Saiyed Khaiyum, the newly appointed Chief Executive Officer of Fiji Broadcasting Corporation (FBC). This has been Fijis pioneer radio station which has now branched out as FBC TV, providing those popular programmes, where Riyaz has been still newly appointed, having been in the job for only four years. I had the opportunity to catch up with him in my recent trip to Fiji. Telling about his ordeal when he took over, he thought of running away from a station that was in disarray, very poorly resourced and maintained where they had to use umbrellas in board room
and offices when it rained. They were fortunate that it rained the day Prime Minister Frank Bainimarama called in to see firsthand the dilapidated situation at FBCL and they had to call for umbrellas. It was then decided to inject capital, not only to renew and expand current radio broadcasting capabilities but also to expand and branch out into television. It was a struggle, quite difficult to instil positivity in a situation full of negativities but with a dedicated team, very long hours and hard work, we were able to make it, he said. The success story at FBC since his appointment in 2008 is self-evident, and is an envy and disappointment to those who questioned his appointment to the position. For the first time in FBCs history, a profit of over half a million dollars was posted in the first year of Riyazs appointment. Most Journalists who were hounding me when I started did not want to talk to me about FBCs success when we posted our profits in the first quarter of that year. Our first year profits was more than the accumulated profits for the ten years prior to my arrival in 2008, and we became one of the top performing government commercial companies since 2008, said Riyaz of FBCs success story which continues showing increasing profits for radio operations since 2008. In addition to this success story, FBC has successfully completed the biggest broadcast media upgrade and development in all of South Pacific with state of the art equipment that is not even available in Australasia. Riyaz told about changes he has initiated and things FBC TV is doing differently. Firstly, their world extends beyond Hollywood and Australia. Programmes are sourced from around the world, from Korea, China, India, Canada, Brazil, Iran and, Turkey. My aim is to take Fijians around the world without leaving home, and all programmes have English sub titles, he said. Another thing different is
[E-mail: thakurji@xtra.co.nz] (Thakur Ranjit Singh is a Fijian political analyst and media commentator with extensive work experience in trade, industry, commerce and media in Fiji. Currently he is Auckland-based CEO of Media Relations Limited- a public relations, promotions and event management company aiming to help Fijian businesses and organisations increase business, trade and service associations with NZ. His company details are at the website: www. mediarelations.co.nz )
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To know Malaysia is to love Malaysia. A bubbling, bustling melting pot of races and religions where Malays, Indians, Chinese and many other ethnic groups live together in peace and harmony. Continued From Last Week shopping and nightlife are undeniable highlights of any visit to KL, but dont Jerantut restrict yourself to the city there are The small town of Jerantut is the numerous parks and monuments dotted gateway to Taman Negara. There are no around KL that make easy day trips for attractions in town, but most visitors to a break from the hustle and bustle. the park spend at least one night here. Kuala Terengganu Kapit Standing on a promontory formed by Kapit is another Rejang river town the South China Sea on one side and the dating from the days of the white raja wide Sungai Terengganu on the other, historic Fort Sylvia still stands on the Kuala Terengganu is the state capital riverbank. The startling new pasteland the seat of the sultan. Oil revenue and-green-glass District Council has transformed Kuala Terengganu Offices, greeting passengers off the from a sprawling, oversized fishing express boats, show the continuing village of stilt houses into a mediumimportance of Kapits administrative sized modern city. role in the area. The town is also where Advertisement upriver people come to buy, sell and At first glance Kuala Terengganu exchange goods, and to sample the appears much like any other Malaysian diversions of urban life. The riverbank city, but it remains a stronghold of at Kapit is steep, but compared to many Malay culture, with colourful markets river landings it is quite attractive, and craft workshops, where you can with manicured grass, trees and plants buy handmade batik, kain songket spread between paths leading to and basketware, while just across the docking areas for the many different river on Pulau Duyung, traditional longboats that ply the river. Kapit is fishing and boat-building methods are a small place and everything is within kept alive by the thriving kampung an easy stroll. Theres nothing much to (village) community. The citys also a do here, but the town offers some good good place to sample authentic Malay accommodation. cuisine, as well as some excellent Fans of Redmond OHanlons Into the Chinese seafood. Keep in mind that it Heart of Borneo should know Kapit as remains a fairly conservative place and the starting point of the authors jungle Kuala Lumpur has a strong Islamic ethos theres not adventures, and if you want to head off up the Batang Baleh to emulate them, and traditional clothing will be Kuala Lumpur KL to its friends much in the way of nightlife. disappointed, but the market is is more than just a capital city: it is Kuala Terengganu is also convenient this is the place to ask. certainly lively and you can enjoy a monument to Malaysian ingenuity as a staging post to nearby attractions Kinabalu National Park Towering above the coastal plain and a good breakfast here after looking and determination. From humble such as Tasik Kenyir, Pulau Kapas and whats left of the lush tropical forests around. The hilly views from the beginnings as a tin-mining shanty town, Pulau Redang. of northern Borneo, Mt Kinabalu is the padang may also tempt you to stay a KL has evolved into a 21st-century Kuantan biggest tourist attraction in Sabah and while and do some walking away from metropolis, dominated by the tallest About midway up the east coast from skyscrapers in Southeast Asia and flush Singapore to Kota Bharu, Kuantan is the centrepiece of the vast 754-sq-km the Sunday crowds. with the proceeds of international trade the mouldering capital of the state of Kinabalu National Park. The towns Kota Kinabalu scattered around its base also have Kota Kinabalu, or KK as everyone and commerce. Over the years, KL Pahang, and its also the start of the some attractions of their own, so you calls it, is Sabahs capital and the has faced its share of challenges but east-coast beach strip that extends all can easily spend a few days here instead largest city in the state, sprawling nothing has succeeded in suppressing the way to Kota Bharu. haphazardly, like a faded silver the determination of locals to make Advertisement of charging straight for the summit. blanket, over reclaimed land down the KL, and Malaysia, a leader among The city is a stopover point for Kota Belud travellers heading north, south or You might think Kota Belud isnt coast. Originally founded as Jesselton, Asian tiger economies. much to look at, but every Sunday a the city was razed by the Allies not The marketing slogan for the across the peninsula. Theres little here huge tamu takes place on the outskirts once but twice during WWII, the first Malaysian tourist board is truly Asia to distract visitors, but sights in the of this small, sleepy town. The market time to slow the Japanese advance and and nowhere is this more true than vicinity are worth exploring. is a congested, colourful and dusty the second time to hasten their retreat. in the capital. KL is every inch the Kubah National Park melee of vendors, hagglers, browsers, After the war the whole thing was Asian cyber-city: historic temples and While Bako has the edge for wildlife gawpers and hawkers, all brought rebuilt and rejuvenated, and renamed mosques rub shoulders with space-age and popularity, Kubah National Park towers and shopping malls; traders is the nearest national park to Kuching together by a slew of everyday goods Kota Kinabalu in 1963. in a bustle that consumes the whole Today KK is an engaging, if not exactly stalls are piled high with pungent and makes another easy and rewarding town each and every week. A smaller distinguished, city with a handful of durians and counterfeit DVDs; and day-trip option. Just 20km west of prestige buildings, excellent budget locals sip cappuccino in wi-fienabled the city, the parks 22 sq km protect a version takes place on Wednesday. A tamu is not simply a market where accommodation, lots of shopping and coffee hops or feast at bustling range of forested sandstone hills that villagers gather to sell their farm the best leisure and nightlife facilities streetside hawker stalls serving food rise dramatically from the surrounding plain to a height of 450m. There are produce and to buy manufactured outside Kuching. The islands of the from across the continent. goods from traders; its also a social TAR National Park are also right on its The most striking thing about KL waterfalls, rainforest walking trails and occasion where news and stories are doorstep, providing a perfect excuse to from a visitors perspective is its lookouts, and the beautiful rainforest is exchanged. Sadly, tourists now often tune out and chill out for a day or so. remarkable cultural diversity. Ethnic home to a wide variety of palms and outnumber buffalo, and the fascinating Youll end up in KK at least a couple Malays, Chinese prospectors, Indian orchids. local Bajau horsemen have mostly of times if youre aiming to cover a migrants and British colonials all . moved away from the car park, though number of attractions in Sabah, so eat, helped carve the city out of the virgin drink, dance and make the most of it. jungle, and each group has left its some do put on a show for visitors. indelible mark on the capital. Eating, Visitors looking for tribal handicrafts Kuala Lumpur Continued Next Week
The 2012 Lexus GX 460 fits into the Lexus lineup just below the Land Cruiserbased Lexus LX 570. And actually, it is part of the Land Cruiser family; it's a full-featured, extra-luxurious version of the Land Cruiser Prado that sells in other international markets. The GX is also related to the Toyota 4Runner, and there's a clear differentiation. The Toyota sticks to V-6 engines and simpler features and appointments, while the GX gets a strong V-8 engine, power-folding third-row seats, and a host of luxury and technology optionsplus Lexus levels of refinement. This is the third year for the GX in its current iteration, and with the last redesign designers didn't push the envelope much. The only real changes to the GX 460 for 2012 include the addition of color-keyed body side molding, and a new highgloss wheel finish for the Premium model. In all, you won't find the GX 460 to be extroverted or flashy, rather organic, and a gently rounded take on the classic SUV proportions
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the rear wheels during acceleration. There's also a low range for this tough body-on-frame ute, a host of electronic controls that will help you maintain control in various conditions, and a true center diff lock that you'd use for sand, mud, or snow. On the road, the 2012 Lexus GX 460 accelerates strongly, with its big, torquey 301-horsepower V-80 to 60 mph in 7.8 secondsand the sixspeed automatic transmission provides quick, smooth shifts. And even though the suspension helps keep it level in corners, light, long-ratio steering and a soft brake pedal enforce the idea that it's a traditional SUV at heart. Fuel economy is, as you might guess, embarrassingly low for a daily driver, at an EPA 15/20 mpg.
In fact, anyone who's driven a truckbased SUV in the past will be right at home in the GX 460. You sit high relative to the beltline, at least compared to other new vehicles, so there's great outward visibility. Seating in the GX 460 is superb in front, with nicely padded seats affording plenty of support plus good headroom and legroom and a general feeling of spaciousness. The second row is very roomy, too. As for the third row, it makes little sense; it's very small, and the power-folding mechanism that's mandatory occupies some of the space behind, keeping the cargo floor from being flat and low. What's more, the side-opening hatch opens on the wrong side for easy curb loading. On the plus side, the GX 460 is supremely refined, with nearly no road and wind noise, although you do hear the engine whenever accelerating, more than some might expect. Ride quality is quite good, whether or not you get the Adaptive Variable Suspension that comes with Premium-grade models, but there's a bit more 'head-toss' on choppy roads. You simply won't have to worry about whether the 2012 Lexus GX 460 comes well-equipped; it comes with all the common convenience and luxury features, while the Premium grade steps up to the rich infotainment features and tech extras. Highlights include a safety-tech package, 330watt Mark Levinson surround sound, a rear seat entertainment system, and Intuitive Park Assist.
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How To Be Prepared For A Layoff

can take to be prepared for a layoff. Update your resume. Start compiling a list of your accomplishments in your present job. In particular, focus on quantifiable achievements. Bring home a copy of the position description your human resources department has developed for your job. Use this position description to check the content of your resume. If you need help, get it from the Internet, resume writing books, or a professional resume writer. Create a portfolio. Make copies of positive letters you have received from customers and letters of recognition you have received from your employer. If you have a job where you create materials that are not company confidential such as brochures or operating manuals, make copies of your work to show to potential employers during future job interviews. Develop your list of references. Contact the people you would like to use as references to ask their permission to be used as a reference. Obtain their current contact information and type up your reference list. Check job postings. See what the market need is for someone with your background and experience. Consider applying for jobs now if the market is weak and you feel the probability of being laid off in the near future is high. Also use job postings as a means of checking the content of your resume to see if you omitted key points or focused on items that arent being emphasized by employers. Sign up for a personal e-mail account. Include this personal e-mail address on your resume rather than your business e-mail address. If you lose your job, your business e-mail account will no longer be valid. If you decide to pursue a new job while still employed, use your personal e-mail account to transmit your resume to employers. Research outplacement services. Outplacement services are career transition services that employers pay for to help you with your job search. To be prepared in case of a layoff, research the services provided by various outplacement firms to determine what would be of most value to you. Would you want an outplacement firm that would write your resume and cover letter for you? Do you value one-on-one time with a career transition consultant? Or are you interested in attending group workshops to learn how to prepare your own marketing materials? If you are laid off, be prepared to negotiate for the outplacement services that you feel will benefit you. The best time to negotiate is when you have the most leverage, prior to signing your separation letter. Ask for a letter of recommendation. If you are laid off, ask for a letter of recommendation from your former employer. Reach agreement with your employer on this request prior to signing your separation letter. Negotiate your severance package. If you are downsized, negotiate the terms of the severance package you are offered. Again, the best time to negotiate is when you have the most leverage, prior to signing your separation letter. By following these tips, you can prepare yourself to recover as quickly as possible should you be laid off.
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guarantees are not followed through and consumers are out of pocket the funds for the advertising. These companies often require you to submit a signed company form which must also be officially notarized. They also usually require that this be done in a very specific time period after the end of the 90 day period (often 5 or 7 days). The BBB advises consumers to be wary of brokers who "guarantee" auto sales with prearranged buyers and provides the following tips: Ask detailed questions such as: is the buyer specifically interested in your vehicle, rather than a range of similar vehicles? Always understand telemarketing offers and ask for additional documentation. Understand the refund and cancellation policies. You may need to notarize the letter of cancellation and there is us usually a specific time period for cancellation. Check to see if the telemarketing company is licensed through Consumer Protection BC at consumerprotectionbc. ca or 1-888-564-9963. Also, review their Business Review with the Better Business Bureau at mbc.bbb.org. Always read all terms and conditions thoroughly and understand that if an offer seems to be too good to be true, it often is. Consumer Protection BC licenses and regulates certain aspects of the telemarketing industry. For more information please visit www.telemarketingrightsbc.ca.
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No Roy For IDC, Waitakere United
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Warning For Nadroga Players
Nadroga reps need to play in the Fiji Sun/GP Batteries National Football League in order to play in the InterDistrict Championship in October. Nadroga Football president Dr Dhirendra Lal made the call the poor turnout to training as they prepare to face Rewa this weekend. Lal said the team had a good rest last week after their 12-1 beating by Ba Only a few players have turned up this week, it should take another day to regroup and few are down with injuries. Krishneel Dutt is injured from playing against Play Fair Brazil, Maan Singh is down with flu, Vinit Kumar and Tevita Khan are on work commitment, Levi Tawake and Benjamin Rokobaro are also nursing injuries from the last two league games while Ratu Jone cannot be located. Only players taking part in the Fiji/ Sun GP Batteries National Football League games will be considered for the IDC. Koshmick Kumar, former Nadroga player should be joining us for the IDC, otherwise well use our young local talents. Lal added after having played three games in the previous weeks, with two good wins against Tavua and Lautoka and the unfortunate loss against Ba, they would use this weekends game as a build-up for the IDC in October. He added Nadroga officials spoke to their brigade reminding them that the loss to Ba was not the end of the road. This was not a fixed game. If Olympic finalists lose 4-0, whats wrong with Nadro losing 12-1. I agree with players and officials that we put together a team after the regular players couldnt play because of injuries, and suspensions.
New Zealand football club Waitakere United have shot down suggestions Fijian striker Roy Krishna will be back for Labasa FAs Inter District Championship title defense, confirming that the Siberia lad is ineligible for transfer. Waitakere Uniteds media officer, Terry Maddaford said with the new season approaching they wont be granting Krishnas release to play for Labasa. Roy will not be released this time around to play for Labasa as our season starts in October so we wont be risking him, Maddaford said.
He said with the new transfer window system Roy should have been transferred in the July window. It clearly stipulates that Roy should have to move in the July window if he was to play for Labasa, however with the new system he will not be eligible. However, caretaker Labasa president Dip Narayan had not given up hope, keen to continue talks to secure Krishnas services. We will be negotiating with Waitakere United for his release to bolster our chances to defend the IDC title, Narayan said.
Narayan Aims To Better Labasa Management

Newly appointed Labasa soccer caretaker boss, Dip Narayan aims to improve the districts management particularly in areas of finance. The Suva businessman was promoted to the post after interim president Bhim Reddy took leave of absence for medical treatment overseas. Narayan was appointed along with two others, Vinesh Prasad as a VP and Nilesh Lal who replaces Satishwar Chand as secretary, to take office until the district calls its annual congress after the Courts Inter District Championship. Management has been a major problem in Labasa soccer which I really want to improve, Narayan said. Poor handling of administration has been our downfall. With the help of the new executives we will work to improve on these areas as well as funding and how it is used. We have finance coming in from the gate takings and other sources, but it does not get to filter down to the players and their benefit at training because of misuse. Im confident that Labasa soccer will head into the right direction. Our main priority at this stage is to mould the best squad to defend the IDC in Ba in October.
Paralympic Games Opened By The Queen
The 2012 London Paralympic Games was officially opened by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth. The Queen is the first British monarch to have officiated at the openings of both the Olympic and Paralympic
Games. About 4,000 athletes from 164 countries will be part of the meet. Meanwhile, Fiji sportsman of the year Iliesa Delana will take part next Tuesday in the F42 High jump.
Newly appointed Labasa soccer caretaker boss, Dip Narayan
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Canucks Sign Lack, Keep Schneider Back-Up Options Open

His NHL future might not be quite now, but Eddie Lacks ascension to the NHL has taken another step. The Vancouver Canucks goaltender has agreed to a two-year contract extension and the very nature of the deal makes it look like hell be afforded another season to hone his craft in the AHL before becoming the backup to starter Cory Schneider. The first year is a two-way deal with a split of $650,000/$85,000 US between the NHL and AHL and the second year calls for a one-way deal at $850,000. As much as Lack will push for a back-up spot with the Canucks should training camp open and not be scuttled by a lockout Sept.15 over the ongoing collective bargaining agreement impasse, a two-way deal also means he can play in the minors during an NHL labour stoppage and continue his development. It will allow the Canucks to sign an unrestricted free agent veteran to work with Schneider for a season and there are a dozen on the market, including Marty Turco (37), Brent Johnson (35) and Dan Ellis (32). Then again, the Canucks could
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coaster regular season in a league that is often wide open because it separates contenders from pretenders and scrambled play is often the norm. Even in the pressure-packed playoffs, Lack kept the numbers good with a 2-2 record, 2.17 GAA and .917 saves percentage. Thats progress for a guy the Canucks signed as a free agent in 2010 and have enough confidence in to reward a oneway deal in the second year of the pact. Its been a little bit more up and down, Lack told The Province during the AHL playoffs. I started off the season good but wasnt that good in the middle. But I picked it up at the end and its just part of developing and its something you have to go through and learn from and the playoffs have been fun to play with these guys and to go as far as possible. When I wasnt playing that good, I was maybe thinking a little bit too much and trying to do too much instead of just being there. I just calmed myself down a bit and trusted in my own abilities. You have to prove yourself every night and I dont think about the future, I just want to keep going.
Goalie Eddie Lack #76 of the Vancouver Canucks during NHL training camp at Rogers Arena in Vancouver command a goalie in return as part of a Big goalies often look composed on the first save and not so much on the second Roberto Luongo trade package. If the Canucks had any concerns about off a rebound. That challenged Lack but Lacks playing style, the tutelage of if talent has no age, then the 24-yearCanucks goalie coach Rollie Melanson old Lack might not be lacking anything last fall alleviated many concerns and but ongoing maturation. He had a 2.31 so did the 6-foot-5 stoppers solid goals-against average, four shutouts and .925 saves percentage during a rollerseason with the Chicago Wolves.
New Zealand teenage prodigy Lydia Ko left the world's best women's golfers in her wake and re-wrote the history books by winning the Canadian Open in Vancouver. World leading amateur Ko, 15, put the golfing world on notice with a stunning three-shot win at the $US2 million ($A1.93 million) tournament. Leading by a shot after three rounds, she underlined her immense talent and unveiled composure beyond her years with a brilliant birdie-laden back nine to become the youngest ever winner of an LPGA event. She carded the equal-best round of the day, a five-under 67 to finish on
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