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SUPERSTORM Sandy left a trail of devastation and at least 101 dead as it moved from the Caribbean to America's East Coast - but amidst the misery of record power outage and epic flooding, the Fiji representative to the United Nations has assured that all Fijians are safe. New York-based Peter Thomson said the transportation and power systems were crippled and all public institutions were closed. Millions are affected. He said Manhattan was shut off from the rest of the world with nearly all bridges and tunnels to the outlying boroughs and to New Jersey shut down. "At this very moment, New York does not look very pleasant. The island is cut off because most of the workers live in areas surrounding Manhattan, the subway systems are all closed because of seawater surges that also damaged the power system," he said. "As far as we know, all Fijians are safe." "I take my hat off to the State and the government, the way they handled this disaster, the people were warned early and the emergency team was ready to work, so I expect the restoration of services won't take long," he said. Apisai Tuiqere, a Qalikarua, Matuku, native living in Vermont, told the reporter that at 6pm (1am US time) that while they were 193 miles away from New York, he felt like he was at a train station. "The sound of the wind is like there's a train travelling past. We are getting the first wave of winds right now and if it continues on its path then its New
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"We were lucky," she said, adding that she had been in touch with other Fijians in the area. Weather watchers had dubbed the storm "Frankenstorm" because Sandy, a wintry system from the west was expected to combine with cold air streaming from the Arctic as it zeroed in on America's largest city. The monstrous hybrid brought not only rain, high wind and sea surges but snow as well. The width of the storm was 1600 kilometers and it packed a wind speed of 280km/hr at landfall. The largestsized hurricane to hit the United States was expected to affect 60 million people across the East Coast, affecting major cities from New York, Portland, Philadelphia, Burlington, Buffalo, and Washington DC. Storm damage was projected at approximately $20 billion, meaning it could prove to be one of the costliest natural disasters in U.S. history. Prime Minister Commodore Voreqe Bainimarama has reassured the nation that elections will be held in 2014 despite people spreading rumours it would not happen. He said he was aware of certain people spreading this rumour. Let me reassure the people of Fiji that we will go to the polls in 2014 to elect a new government to lead the country, the Prime Minister said. He said he had continuously mentioned Governments commitment to see that the elections would be held in 2014 and has never looked back. In his communication with foreign countries he said, the Prime Minister also reassured them of the Fijian Governments roadmap to democracy. The Prime Minster said they had already started work on the formulation of the new constitution and the Constitution Commission had a timeline to follow. The Commission has just completed hearing and collecting submissions. Now they are collating the public submissions and based on the Guiding Principles, the Commission will draft a constitution. The draft constitution, he said, would then, in January 2013, be submitted to the Constituent Assembly. According to the Prime Minister, the Constituent Assembly will consist of representatives of civil society groups
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Continued From Page 1 access Manhattan." Tuiqere said earlier in the day he spoke with Epeli Rokotuiveikau, a Fijian who worked in New York's Financial District. "Epeli, who is from Natogadravu, Tailevu, works on Wall Street. He said he was okay but the power was out and everything was shut down, the mass transit system, schools, the stock exchange and Broadway and hundreds of thousands of New Yorkers were told to leave home to get out of the way of the storm," Tuiqere said. "My family has stocked up on water and batteries and people have battened down their homes. I am using the land line because I want to save the battery on my cellphone, the power here has gone out three times already. I just want to make sure I have a means of communication should we get hit badly." Lusi Browning of Delaware said they were not affected.
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and organisations that are Fijianregistered, including faith-based organisations, national institutions, political parties, and Government. The assembly will consider the draft constitution in an inclusive and transparent process, based on the Guiding Principles. The Prime Minister has already announced that the rules for the Constituent Assembly, such as quorum, speaking rights and voting shall be finalised with the assistance of international experts prior to the formation of the Constituent Assembly. Responding to claims by some political parties that its membership would be in Governments favour, the Prime Minister said this would not be the case. It will be an inclusive assembly and the selection of the membership will be transparent and they hope all organisations will participate in this Constituent Assembly. Governments objective, he adds, is to hear all Fijians voices. Once the Constituent Assembly approves the constitution by the end of February 2013, it will then be assented by President Ratu Epeli Nailatikau. The Government, he says, is strongly backing its roadmap to democracy and also has the strong backing of its foreign counterparts.
PM Says Common Name Will Remain

Prime Minister Commodore Voreqe Bainimarama said while 'Fijian' is not specifically stated as a non-negotiable principle, common and equal citizenry (a non-negotiable principle) means that all citizens are common in their legal status in relation to the state and thereby have a common name. It is an accepted legal basis for all modern states. Although the Prime Minister has stressed that all citizens now have Fijian as the common name, Constitution Commission chairman Professor Yash Ghai said the issue of common name is not a non-negotiable. Professor Ghai said the decision on common name will be made by the commission. Professor Ghai said everyones views will be taken into account before the commission decides on the issue of common name. The commission is having a public seminar on religion and state at USPs Marine Studies Lecture Theatre. The speakers will include representatives from the Methodist Church, Catholic Church, Seventh Day Adventist Church, LDS, Pacific Regional Seminary, Shree Sanatan Dharm Pratinidhi Sabha, Fiji Muslim League and Pacific Theological College.
Farmers around the country received their last cane payment for 2011 season. Fiji Sugar Corporation executive chairman, Abdul Khan, said farmers were paid out $65.67 per tonne of sugar. This is quite encouraging. We have seen an increase in income for these farmers compared to past years, he said. Sugar Cane Growers Council acting chief executive, Sundresh Chetty, said from this final payment, farmers would not be paying industry institutions their dues. The council managed to get several
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industry institutions such as the South Pacific Fertilisers and the Fiji Sugar Corporation to defer repayment of any loans that the farmers have with them, he said. We tried our best and got confirmation from the industry institutions to defer the repayment of the debts and levies that the farmers might have. However, this does not include any commercial loans that farmers might have with banks. Meanwhile, Mr Khan met with the officials of Rarawai and Lautoka Mills yesterday to discuss the progress on crushing.
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Fiji has been highly praised for its chairmanship of the current African, Caribbean and Pacific (ACP) negotiations in Brussels. The Secretary General of the ACP Group of States, Dr Mohamed Ibn Chambas, said the Fijian delegation led by the Attorney General and Minister for Industry and Trade, Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum has shown exceptional leadership. At the international level, Fiji has been honoured to chair the Group of 77. This is a clear testimony that Fiji is respected in the community of developing countries, Dr Chambas (conditions apply) said. The ACP leader thanked the Attorney General and the Fijian delegation for agreeing to chair the 16th Group Ministerial Trade Committee meeting and for co-chairing the ACP-EU joint Ministerial Trade Committee meeting. He said the ACP trusted that relations between Fiji and the European Union would continue to improve.
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Government Invests In 146K Veg Project

The government has invested $146,000 in developing an off-season vegetable planting program in an effort to ensure the availability of everyday vegetables all year round. The program conducted by the Department of Agriculture (DoA) in partnership with highland farmers in Nadarivatu saw the purchase of a tractor, storage containers and agroinputs and four kilometers of drainage works. Agricultural officer Ba Saidi Achari said the funding would also pay for the clearing of land for planting. "Under this program, we are also trying to open up new farming areas as there is a lot of plateau up in Nadarivatu," she said. "Land clearing will also be carried out in some farms so that planting programs can be carried out. "The DoA has purchased all agroinputs and farmers are buying them on a one third basis. "The interest has really grown with the farming communities and villages in Nadarivatu and we are expecting about 250 farmers to benefit from this program," said Ms Achari. Ms Achari said the program was initiated after the identification of a huge demand for vegetables in the offseason. "There is a lot of demand for vegetables during off-season and Nadarivatu is an ideal location for planting off-season vegetables. "Nadarivatu receives rainfall all throughout the year and the temperature is very good for vegetable production," she said. Under the program, farmers will plant carrots, zucchini, rock melon, capsicum, tomatoes, lettuce and english cabbage.
OPR Stays
Fiji's central bank - the Reserve Bank of Fiji (RBF) - says that while the pick-up in consumption and business investment domestically continues to drive the present recovery, recent downturns in trading partner demand can mean lower production and reduced earnings for the economy from some primary exports and remittances. However, RBF governor Barry Whiteside said the overall expansion for this year was expected to remain above 2 per cent. This, he said would be driven largely by the continued growth in consumption and investment related activities, evident through higher value added tax (VAT) collections, sales of new vehicles, private sector credit, and value of work put in place as well as domestic cement sales. Mr Whiteside made these comments while highlighting the outcome of the central bank board meeting where it was agreed to maintain the overnight policy rate (OPR) at 0.5 per cent. He also noted that the escalation in the financial and debt crisis in the Euro zone and persistent weakness in the US that was affecting economic activity globally prompted the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to downgrade its global growth projections for this year and 2013 from 3.9 per cent to 3.3 per cent and 3.6 per cent, respectively. Mr Whiteside said the downside risks had now worsened and subdued demand in the country's major trading partner economies had the potential to negatively impact the local economy through Fiji's trade and financial linkages. He said globally, the heightened risks were pushing authorities to maintain fiscal discipline through lower deficits and debt levels, as well as shore up foreign reserves in order to maintain buffers in the possible event of declines in their respective economies. He added the Macroeconomic Policy Committee was reviewing its April growth forecast of 2.7 per cent for this year. He said this would take into account the combined impact of continuing buoyancy in domestic demand on the one hand and the deterioration in external demand on the other.
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Youth Ministry Assists Pineapple Farmers

The Nabaitavea Pineapple Farmers club of Natavea Village in the province of Naitasiri recently received a brand new chainsaw to assist them with their farming project. The Ministry of Youth and Sports director Mr William Naisara said that the new machine should help them with their farming project. I hope that you will use your machine wisely and make use of it so it can benefit your youth club in the long run, Mr Naisara said. In receiving the assistance on behalf of the farmers group, Mr Waisea Cakau of the farmers club thanked government for their support and their assistance towards their youth club. The Nabaitavea Pineapple Farmers club consists of 15 boys within the village who have been engaging in pineapple farming since February of this year. The Nakoroivau Village Youth Club from Bau also received a brush cutter to assistance them in their cleaning up campaign within the village boundaries. Club spokesman Sunia Waqairatu stated that the group is hoping to secure a contract with the Road Supervisor, Nausori for the youths to clean the main road that leads to their village. The group hopes to build a volleyball court with the income earned from the projects as volleyball is a very popular sport amongst the youths. Waqairatu added that the club is planning to hold an annual prize giving to honor the youth who has the biggest plantation in their village is also part of their short term plans. The Ministry of Youth and Sports permanent secretary Mr Josefa Sania stated that at times, youth around the country may have limitations, but with great faith and commitment, great things can be achieved if youth groups work together. Hard work has its rewards and young people must learn to be independent, added Sania
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Westpac Bank Launches Education Grant

Commercial bank Westpac Fiji has launched its third round of the women's education grant program. The program launched in Suva, offers girls and women a chance to receive financial assistance for their primary, secondary and tertiary education for a course of their preference should they wish to return to study. Westpac Fiji regional general manager Adrian Hughes said the grant was created to help girls and women in the country gain the education they deserved. "Education transforms the lives of women and girls in our country providing an empowering platform from which they can achieve their aspirations," Mr Hughes said. He said this could have a powerful effect on other women, in encouraging them to believe they could fulfill whatever goals in life. This year Westpac is offering six education grants two $500 grants for primary school girls, two $1300 grants for secondary students and two $3500 grants for female tertiary students or workers to return to study. Applications will be open from October 29 and close on November 23. Potential applicants are required to write on the one opportunity they would provide for Fiji and why.
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first physical gold trade for a Pacific Central Bank demonstrating the bank's market-leading product capabilities. He said the bank also delivered a landmark transaction for Fiji Sugar Corporation (FSC), providing a trade finance facility of $120million to help reinvigorate the country's sugar industry. "ANZ continues to be positive about the region's long-term growth prospects given its geographic, business and cultural links to Australia, New Zealand and Asia," Mr Plante said. "We look forward to being part of the Pacific's ongoing economic and social development," he said. Also late last week, ANZ Fiji chief executive officer Vishnu Mohan was appointed to head the Pacific operations across 12 island countries. Do you know exactly what you are paying for? And do you know your financial obligations under your credit contract? If not, then there is a need for you to read your credit contract before signing it. The failure by many people to properly read, analyze and understand their credit contracts before signing them has left them in a financial mess. An assessment of complaints lodged with the country's consumer watchdog shows that many people do not understand their rights and responsibilities when borrowing credit or taking goods on credit. But despite this, the Consumer Council of Fiji says people blindly sign the credit contracts. In December last year, the council launched the "Read Before You Sign" campaign to allow consumers make informed and wise decisions. The campaign aims to make consumers
The Australia New Zealand Bank (ANZ) has reported a full-year net profit after tax of $A189million (approximately $F349million) for its Pacific businesses this year. This marks an increase of 15 per cent in profit compared to the previous year. "The Pacific is a strategically important market where ANZ has operated for 130 years and we're committed to continuing to invest in service and in innovation for our customers and in contributing to stronger communities," ANZ chief executive officer Asia Pacific Gilles Plante said. "Our international presence means we are uniquely placed to connect our customers in these markets with opportunities in Australia, New Zealand and Asia," Mr Plante said. This year, he said ANZ completed its
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The Attorney-General and Minister for Industry and Trade, Mr. Aiyaz SayedKhaiyum, underscored the concerns of the Pacific ACP countries with regards to Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (C-EPA) negotiations, to the European Commissions, Trade Commissioner, Mr. Karel de Gutch. Minister Sayed-Khaiyum and Commissioner de Gutch met in the margins of Joint Ministerial Trade Committee (JMTC), in Brussels, which they cochaired, on behalf of the ACP Group and the European Union, respectively. The Pacific ACP (PACP) region has been negotiating the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement with the European Commission (EC) for the past 9 years and a number of contentious issues are yet to be resolved said the Minister. ((Attorney-General and Minister for Industry and trade Mr. Aiyaz SayedKhaiyum and European Commission's Trade Commissioner Mr. Karel de Gutch in Brussels, Belgium The Minister discussed with the Trade Commissioner the need for continuous and meaningful engagement by the EC with the Pacific ACP countries at technical and political levels, in order to finalise the negotiations on the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement. As of now, all the 14 Pacific ACP countries have submitted Market Access Offers to the Commission in accordance with EU benchmarks, which is an indication of the commitment from the Pacific countries
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aware of their rights and responsibilities before accessing goods and services on credit. It is telling consumers to read, analyze and understand the credit contract before signing in order to know what they have to do financially. With the Hindu festival of lights Diwali on November 13 and Christmas in December, the council said the need to focus on the campaign was now more than ever. Council's chief executive officer Premila Kumar said consumers access goods on credit during the festive season because of tempting advertisements like "zero deposit". She said people should not blindly sign their credit contracts without understanding them when buying goods on credit during the festive season. "The campaign hopes to promote and encourage a holistic change in the way consumers borrow and manage their money," said Mrs Kumar.
to conclude the Comprehensive EPA with the EU, said Minister SayedKhaiyum. The Pacific is requesting for reciprocal commitment from the EC, not only at technical level but also with a demonstration political will to bring negotiations with the Pacific to conclusion for the mutual benefit of both parties, said the Minister. The Pacific ACP region is the smallest configuration of the ACP Group, however, as a group it has many similarities and commonalities such as similar comparative advantages, market requirements and consumer demands, as well as, vulnerable economies and fragile ecosystems. Therefore, a successfully negotiated EPA with the Pacific is highly achievable and will demonstrate EUs repeatedly stated commitment that EPAs are development focused, stated the Minister. The Minister pointed out to the Trade Commissioner that the Pacific ACP region is awaiting response from the Economic Union on the Market Access Offers and textual proposals submitted on the draft Economic Partnership Agreement. Therefore, political intervention and further technical discussions at this point is crucial to get an amicable conclusion to the EPA. Both Commissioner de Gutch and Minister Sayed-Khaiyum agreed that efforts need to be stepped by both sides to achieve a development focused and mutually beneficial Comprehensive EPA between the Pacific ACP and the EU.
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Children using firecrackers should be closely monitored at all times. Firecrackers should be used in a well-spaced area and not exposed to other flammable substances. On the same note firecrackers should be stored well away from children who might be tempted to use them without supervision. She said the National Fire Authority (NFA) continued to stress the need for every family member to know about fire safety. As stressed by the NFA, it is imperative that every member of the family was made aware of what to do in an emergency and to ensure there is an evacuation plan in place. People have been made homeless with hundreds and thousands of dollars lost through fires that could have easily been avoided if attention was paid to even the tiniest of situations that could be a fire hazard. FIJI'S roving ambassador to the Pacific Litia Mawi presented her credentials to the President of the Republic of the Marshall Islands Christopher Jorebon Loeak. In her statement at the ceremony in Majuro, Ms Mawi highlighted the various developments taking place in the country. She informed Mr Loeak and his officials that Fiji had just celebrated her 42nd birthday as an independent nation. "Fiji has a clear vision, real values and achievable goals captured in the people's charter for change, peace and progress and the roadmap to
The Fiji Police Force is concerned with the recent increase in the number of reported fire incidents as Diwali draws near. Police spokesperson Ana Naisoro said 10 structural home fires were reported this month alone, with two reported fires for business premises. She said a number of fires reported this month resulted from unattended cooking and unsupervised children left to play with fire ignition sources. As we near the Diwali celebrations with the use of firecrackers expected to be high, there needs to be closer supervision of their use because it could result in the unnecessary loss of property and lives, Ms Naisoro said. We are anticipating the use of candles, firecrackers and diyas for decorative use and we are encouraging people to enlist the services of a qualified electricians to help put up their lights as a safety precaution.
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democracy and sustainable socioeconomic development in building a better Fiji for all," Ms Mawi said. "Fiji's constitution-making process just saw the successful conduct of the electronic voter registration and the completion last week of the public consultation on the new constitution," she said. "The Constitutional Commission is now assembling the public submission and based on the declared guiding principles, will draft the new constitution for submission in January 2013 to a constituent assembly, who will from January - March 2013 deliberate on the draft constitution for approval by the end of March 2013," Ms Mawi said.
Labasa Flights Back To Normal

Pacific Sun will now resume full operations to Waiqele Airport in Labasa. The airline announced the resumption of all its flights between Suva, Nadi and Labasa. In a statement, Pacific Sun spokesman Shane Hussein said all their Labasabound flights would now operate normally as scheduled. "Pacific Sun wishes to announce that all its flights to the Labasa Airport are now operating as scheduled," Mr Hussein said. Pacific Sun flew test flights to Labasa over the weekend to first address its safety concerns before making a decision on full operation. It stated the first flight touched down on Saturday while others landed on the new tarmac on Sunday. The resumption of such services has been applauded not only by customers but also the business community in the north.
Government Commends Youth Group Initiative

The Ministry of Youth and Sports visit. The tourists have brought in a lot permanent secretary Mr Josefa Sania has of developments in our village, and this commended the Nasautoka youth group has helped us a lot. We are fortunate for their commitment and perseverance because we have the support of the in ensuring the sustainability of their vanua and this has really boosted our Eco Tourism project. confidence, said Ratu Vilimoni. The Nasautoka Youth Club of Selina Tinai a parent who is actively Nausatoka Village, Wainibuka, Tailevu involved in the project said that a lot recently received materials for their of the youths in the village are able project Eco Tourism in an official to earn money for themselves and for handing ceremony at their village hall. their families. Apart from the project, Club president Ratu Vilimoni the youth group also has yaqona, root Rokosarasaqa stated that the project crops and vegetable farms which they has brought the 48 youths of the village work on twice a week. together, with the full support of their The Nasautoka Youth Club is registered parents and the village elders. with the Ministry of Youth and Sports Through the project, the elders have and started their Eco Tourism project taught us our tradition and culture and in March last year with the partnership this is another way of maintaining and of the Tailevu Provincial Office. preserving our unique heritage. The The club received life jackets for the elders have taught us how to present bilibili ride service they provide for the sevusevu, meke and songs, and this the tourists and bags of cement for their is presented to our To Get The Best Valueproposed footpath. guests when they For Your Dollar
Police have charged the four juveniles who allegedly stole $20,000 from a businessman at Wailada in Lami. Police spokeswoman Ana Naisoro confirmed that the four minors were charged with a count each of theft. Two of the minors, who are aged 12 and
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Prime Minister Praises Ba Province For Contribution Towards Nation Building

At the opening of the annual Adi Salusalu Festival held in Churchill Park (Lautoka), the head of government Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama praised the Ba province for their hard work and their commitment towards growing Fiji. Speaking in the iTaukei language, the Prime Minister pointed out the contribution made not only by the private sector, but also by individuals and various communities was contributing towards a nation for all Fijians. "This is what government wants to encourage so that we can build a better Fiji based on equality and common friendship", Prime Minister Bainimarama said. "Government has implemented significant changes for the benefit of all Fijians". "Government's reforms are targeted towards improving the lives of Fijians including the financially disadvantaged, those children who need educational assistance, basic utilities like water and electricity and basic infrastructure like roads". The Prime Minister also commended leaders of Ba for holding the festival in a bid to raise funds for educational purposes, especially those in tertiary education. "I have been advised that the festival aims to raise funds for education for the children of Ba". "I'm also glad that the festival brings together all those from Ba and those who have made Ba their home". The Prime Minister also took time to highlight Ba's contribution towards economic growth in the country. "Ba is well known for contributing significantly to Fiji's economy in the mining, sugar, tourism and timber industry". "I thank the province of Ba for this and for allowing these activities to take place on your land".
Thailand Envoy Presents Credentials
The non-resident Ambassador for the Kingdom of Thailand to Fiji His Excellency Mr Maris Sangiampongsa presented his credentials. The Head of State, His Excellency the President Ratu Epeli Nailatikau received Ambassador Sangiampongsa's credentials at the Government House. Ambassador Sangiampongsa first joined Thailand's Ministry of Foreign Affairs in 1986 and has since served in various Thai diplomatic missions
around the world, including Berlin in Germany, Nepal, and Australia. Before his most recent posting to Australia where Ambassador Sangiampongsa is based, he was the Minister for Thailand's Department of South Asian, Middle East and African Affairs. Ambassador Sangiampongsa is a former student of Ramkhamhaeng University in Thailand as well the University of Ohio in the United States of America.
Speed Limit Stays

The national speed limit will not be increased because of deteriorating road conditions that need immediate attention. Fiji Roads Authority manager change Mike Rudge said until the road conditions, road signs and other delineation were consistent and were sending reliable signals to the drivers, only then would the FRA consider increasing the national speed limit. "Until we stop seeing drivers swerve into opposing lanes or brake suddenly to avoid potholes then it would be unwise to increase the speed limit," he said. "Another key factor in Fiji is the amount of pedestrian traffic at night in rural areas. All these factors are vital in any decision to increase speed limit," Mr Rudge said. He said the state of the roads in the country was such that it would take time to get to a point where the national speed limit would be increased. As of January 1 next year, all municipal, provincial roads and jetties will be under the responsibility of the FRA. He said there were plans in the pipeline to start the road repairs with tar sealing of all Fiji roads. There have been calls for a review of the country's speed limits from stakeholders. Meanwhile, the Land Transport Authority (LTA) will also be holding meetings with FRA from next year regarding the review of the national speed limit.
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Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama commended the community of Raiwaqa for their efforts towards taking the lead role in becoming agents of change in their community. The Head of Government made the comments at the opening of the new Raiwaqa Rugby club house. Prime Minister Bainimarama said, we all know that this community has had its challenges and problems in the past but Raiwaqa is turning itself around. Theres a new sense of community spirit. And Im delighted to say that this is being driven by young people, the Prime Minister said. They are taking the lead in forging a new community that is safer, stronger and best of all prouder and Raiwaqa is back where it should be, once again a thriving community in the heart of Suva, he said. The revival of the club house will not only benefit rugby players but also youth from the Raiwaqa community.
Govt Commends Community For Taking Lead Role For Change
While opening the rugby club, Prime Minister Bainimarama also highlighted nearby housing projects. It will be a gathering point for many of the residents of one of the most ambitious of my Governments projects - to provide new housing worthy of the new Raiwaqa. We will soon be seeing construction at two sites around this facility that set a new standard for affordable housing, he said This time next year, Raiwaqa will provide 208 brand new homes for our people. Forty-six (46) of these will be available by the end of this year. The Prime Minister reassured guests on governments commitment towards raising the living standards of ordinary Fijians and for this we are delivering on our promise to be a Government for the people. The construction of the building was a joint initiative between the Public Rental Board and Raiwaqa Community committee.
As part of efforts to effectively address healthy living and proper sanitation, the ministry of health is taking the lead role in creating more awareness in rural communities across the country. A team from the ministry recently toured the Lomaiviti group to conduct awareness programs where typhoid cases were often prevalent in the past. The Ministry of Healths Lomaiviti sub divisional medical officer, Doctor Josaia Tiko said that, the visiting team conducted awareness programs about the illness and to reiterate the
Health Officials Raise Awareness On Proper Hygiene
importance about hand washing and proper sanitation. It is important that the community learn how to prevent the spread of typhoid by washing hands well especially after using sanitary facilities, before preparing food or drinks. Its equally important to recognise the early signs and symptoms of typhoid fever so as to seek medical advice early, Tiko said. He has also advised members of the public to practice safe and clean hygiene to prevent the spread of such diseases.
New CEO For ANZ

Australia New Zealand (ANZ) Bank chief executive officer for Fiji and the Pacific Central region Vishnu Mohan has been appointed as the bank's CEO Pacific. This will be in addition to the executive position he currently holds. Mr Mohan, who succeeded Norman Wilson, will be responsible for ANZ's businesses across 12 Pacific countries and replaces former CEO Pacific Michael Rowland. Mr Rowland has taken a new role at ANZ as general manager Transformation, Customer Experience and Business Productivity. Mr Mohan was previously CEO Papua New Guinea and Pacific North West region. Prior to this, he was an adviser with ANZ's partnership bank AmBank in Malaysia and spent over 30 years with Standard Chartered Bank in senior executive roles.
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Cruise Ship Quarantined In Fiji Due To Norovirus Outbreak
Roving Ambassador Presents Credentials in the Marshall Islands

Fijis Roving Ambassador to the Pacific Islands Mrs Litia Mawi presented her Credentials to the President of the Republic of the Marshall Islands, His Excellency Christopher Jorebon Loeak in Majuro last week. In her statement of presentation, all the opportunities that abound Ambassador Mawi assured His through regional and international Excellency President Loeak and the partnerships and networks for Cabinet Ministers who were present sharing solutions to challenges that the successful conduct of the major facing Pacific peoples. Ambassador part of the Electronic Voter Registration Mawi also discussed potential areas and the recent completion of the public for South-South Cooperation with consultations on the new constitution a number of Ministers and Senior were themselves exceptional indicators Government Officials under the MOU of Fijis determined quest in building a on Development Cooperation signed better Fiji for all. between the President of the Republic Furthermore, Fijis recent election of the Marshall Islands and the Prime as Chair of G77 in 2013 was itself a Minister of Fiji in 2011 and also met mark of international confidence in her with the Fijian Community working capacity to be an exemplary developing in the Republic of the Marshall nation state in the 21st century. In this Islands, including the Teachers way, Fijis closer engagement with the recently deployed by Fiji under the Fiji Pacific family is aimed at maximizing Volunteer Scheme.
One of Royal Caribbeans Vision Class cruise ships was quarantined in Suva due to an outbreak of the gastrointestinal bug, norovirus, according to a report Oct. 30. According to the report, the Fiji Health Ministry has confirmed 51 cases of the highly communicable norovirus on board the Rhapsody of the Seas which is carrying over 2300 passengers and 870 crew. The reporter also states the affected passengers have been isolated and no one is allowed to enter the quarantined area on the ship except the medical response team. Rhapsody of the Seas has departed Fiji for Noumea. In late August, the same cruise ship was quarantined in Victoria, British Columbia for a norovirus outbreak that infected at least 159 passengers and crew, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Norovirus is a highly contagious illness caused by infection with a virus of the same name. It is often called by other
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FIFTY registered members of the Fiji Human Resources Institute (FHRI) will be given a chance to be part of training programs offered by the Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI). This new scheme was offered by AHRI after a new partnership was forged between the Institute and FHRI in a bid to improve the standard of human resources in the country. AHRI chairman and national director Peter Wilson said the new partnership would be beneficial for Fiji. "It is a very young institute, its only six years old but despite that, it has risen above the ranks very quickly and FHRI should be commended for that," Mr Wilson said.
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Fiji TV To Capture Big Markets

Fiji Television Limited is changing its Pay TV satellite reach and including some of the regions bigger markets. It will lease a 36MHz transponder space, C-band frequency on its satellite, IS19 from Intelsat Global Sales and Marketing Limited. Fiji TV group chief executive, Tarun Patel, said they had to move from IS18 to IS19 for the long-term viability of its pay TV business and also capture the big markets in the Pacific especially Papua New Guinea, Fiji and Solomon Islands. The lease of space on IS19 was a critical one for the business, he said. Fiji TV board chairman, Isoa Kaloumaira, said the company was delighted with its long-term partnership with Intelsat. The move was in line with the companys vision of being the communications business for Pacific communities, he said. Fiji TVs strategic focus has always been to grow and expand our Pay TV business in the Pacific region and the signing of this agreement with Intelsat reaffirms our commitment to providing compelling content to Pacific communities. Currently, Fiji TV leases transponder space on IS18 for its SKY Pacific signal and this will expire in 2014. Under IS18, it covers territories in Fiji, Tonga, Samoa, Cook Islands, Niue, Vanuatu, Tuvalu, Tokelau, New Caledonia, Tahiti and American Samoa. In November 2011, Fiji TV had migrated its pay TV signal from IS701 to IS18, resulting in the exclusion of Solomon Islands, Nauru and parts of Kiribati from the satellite footprint. Mr Patel, however, said: We will continue to explore means by which we can make our channels/signal available in those territories that would no longer be served by IS19. The migration to the new satellite, IS19, is expected to take place from April 2013 and will result in a new footprint that includes Papua New Guinea plus the re-inclusion of Solomon Islands, Nauru and parts of Kiritbati. This is in addition to the territories it currently covers, with the exception of a few including Cook Islands, Niue and Tahiti. A project team is now operational in Fiji TV, overseeing the move right across the Pacific.
Foreign Investment Levels On Track

Investor interest in Fiji is increasing, Investment Fiji has confirmed. It received a total of 110 foreign investment proposals with a value of $700.44 million from January to September this year. Of these, Investment Fiji has registered 103 investment proposals with a value of $308.4m supported by employment figures of 2171. Last year, 97 investment proposals had been received for the same period. This has been confirmed by Investment Fiji chief executive, Ravuni Uluilakeba, in a press conference. Investors have at least 12 months from when they are issued with the Foreign Investment Registration Certificate to implement the projects. Mr Uluilakeba said the value of total projects implemented when compared to 2011 had also increased by 115 per cent and was 21 per cent above the target. As the Investment Fiji team works towards providing investor-friendly service to capture more investment, Mr Uluilakeba said: The positive result is through the stringent action on the site visits and monitoring. And while Australia is still basically number one in terms of investment, Mr Uluilakeba indicated other countries such as China, Korea and India were catching up fast showing great interest to invest in Fiji. Though Australia is number one, but when you look at USA, the records showed USA coming in strong as well, he said. So the indicators are not strong only in the Asian market but also major economies such as USA and other countries. Booming sectors Booming sectors identified by Investment Fiji included electricity, gas & water supply, real estate, agriculture & forestry, tourism and other sectors which include service, wholesale & retail trade, transportation, fishing and manufacturing. Trade mission benefits The opening up of two new missions in Korea and United Arab Emirates (UAE) this year has also bode well for the country. Mr Uluilakeba revealed so far 10 companies had come into the country from Korea and UAE looking for investment. Also, the missions have opened the market for local companies to start exporting to these countries. To promote Fiji as an investment destination, Investment Fiji is working closely with the trade office abroad and also conducting trade and investment seminars to better market Fiji, Mr Uluilakeba said. Qatar tax agreement Investment Fiji deputy chairman, Jitoko Tikolevu confirmed Government was now working with relevant authorities in Qatar to sign a double taxation agreement between the two countries. The deal, to be signed by the end of the year, is expected to increase trade between the two countries. Investment Fijis future plans include investment seminars, trade mission to Papua New Guinea and participating at the 5th China YIWU International Forest Fair from November 1 to 4.
Airports Fiji Limited has set up a centre to address emergency medical issues faced by international travellers transiting through Nadi. The setting up of the Nadi Airport Medical Centre is to prevent incidents which attract negative international publicity, such as a recent incident where it was claimed that a visitor had died because of the ignorance of airport staff. The clinic's medical officer, Doctor Kanna Goundar, said the centre was well staffed and prepared to handle cases. He acknowledged that the absence of medical staff at the airport could have
Medical Clinic For International Travel Safety
resulted in delayed medical attention to some passengers in the past. "By having us at the airport 24 hours and seven days a week we will be able to reach people within minutes," Dr Goundar said, adding that previously, patients were referred to the Lautoka and Nadi hospitals. The clinic has two doctors and an ambulance will be on standby to transport patients to the hospitals. AFL general manager finance, information and technology Lawrence Liew said the new clinic was for the safety of its customers and that people needed to understand that sometimes human lives would be lost.
The Islamic Republic of Pakistan's nonresident High Commissioner to Fiji has presented his credentials to Fiji's President, His Excellency Ratu Epeli Nailatikau. His Excellency Abdul Malil Abdullah presented his letters of credence at Government House to Fijis Head of State.
Pakistan Envoy Presents Credentials
High Commissioner Abdullah has served widely in Pakistan's foreign missions abroad, namely in Japan, the United States of America, Germany, Senegal and Australia where he currently serves. High Commissioner Abdullah holds a Bachelors Degree in Commerce and is married with two children.
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Fiji's Constitution Commission will host a seminar on Religion and State in Suva where representatives from many religious institutions will discuss their views on the role of religion with regard to the state. The seminar which is held in conjunction with the Faculty of Arts, Law and Education of the University of the South Pacific will have panelists from the Christian, Hindu and Muslim faiths. Religion has been a highly-talked about subject during the public consultations held by the commission around the country in the last three months; some who submitted their views spoke on the importance of religion in their own lives and that of the nation as a whole. This seminar is the third in a series of public forums being organised by the Commission as part of its on-
Leaders To Discuss Religion And State
going consultation and dialogue process, providing the Commission an opportunity to listen to expert views and engage the public on some very important constitutional issues such as this religion and state. The key speakers include Rev. Dr. Cliff Bird and Dr. Holger Szesnat of the Pacific Theological College, Abdul Qayyum Khan of the Fiji Muslim League, Vijendra Prakash of the Shree Sanatan Dharm Pratinidhi Sabha of Fiji, Pastor Wame Sausau of Seventh Day Adventist Church, General Secretary Methodist Church in Fiji Rev. Tuikilakila Waqairatu, Elder Taniela Wakolo of Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and Fr Jim Kolodisi of the Catholic Church. The seminar will be held at USPs AusAid lecture theatre at Laucala campus.
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FNPF Reforms Acclaimed With Prestigious Global Award

The Fiji National Provident Fund has won a major global award for excellence at a gathering in South Korea of the International Social Security Organisation (ISSA). The FNPF was singled out before representatives from 360 member organisations in 160 countries for its ongoing program to reform the Fund and enhance returns on the retirement savings of ordinary Fijians. The Chairman of the FNPF, Mr Ajith Kodagoda, and the CEO of the FNPF, Aisake Taito, were presented with a citation at the awards ceremony in Seoul by thePresident of the ISSA, Mr Errol Frank, which reads: For Reforming National Provident Fund Pensions Scheme. Speaking afterwards, Mr Kodagoda said it was the first time in the 85-year history of the ISSA that any Pacific Island country had been recognised and the FNPF was delighted and humbled to receive the award. It is a vindication of our reform program and a major vote of confidence in the FNPF. I want to pay tribute to the Board, the management and staff for this wonderful achievement. But every Fijian can feel proud that our governance of their savings has been endorsed by such a prestigious body, the Chairman said. The Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Commodore Voreqe Bainimarama, has sent his congratulations to Mr Taito and Mr Kodagoda and the whole team at the FNPF. The Prime Minister said the award was a huge international vote of confidence in the FNPF. The administration of the Fund has drawn a lot of criticism in recent times and this award demonstrates that the Governments program was necessary. We were determined to reform the FNPF to ensure that Fijian pensioners have a secure future and the ISSA has given Fiji a big tick for its efforts, he said. The Geneva-based ISSA organises a Good Practices and Merit Award program every three years and its awards are high prized by its 360 member organisations.
All smiles ... Lyndhurst Limited garment workers have reason to celebrate after wage increases were announced CHRISTMAS has come early for market," Mr Usamate said. workers in the country following He said this was the first time in government's announcement to Fiji's history that the government had increase the minimum wage rates from introduced a productivity-based wage 7.9 per cent to 10.4 per cent. system for the 10 sectors covered under Minister for Labour, Industrial the WROs, which also accounted for Relations and Employment Jone the cost of living component. Usamate confirmed the new minimum Mr Usamate appealed to all employers wage rates for workplaces covered to honour their moral and legal under the 10 Wages Regulation Orders responsibilities to their workers by (WROs), effective October 31st. fully complying with the new wage Workers in the printing trade, building rates and minimum conditions under and civil and engineering trade, hotel the 2012 WROs. and catering, mining and quarry He also reminded them to continuously industry and those in wholesale and improve their levels of productivity by retail trades have been approved an adopting modern business practices increase of 7.9 per cent. and to invest in quality training of their Security service workers will get a workers to remain competitive. 9.7 per cent increase in their wages Mr Usamate acknowledged the deputy and workers in the manufacturing and chairpersons of the 10 wages councils garment industries will receive a 9.9 for their dedication and commitment per cent increase. to complete the due process under the Sawmilling and logging workers get labour law despite the resignation of the biggest chunk of the increase with the wages council's chairman, Fr Kevin 10.4 per cent, followed by workers in Barr, and the boycott by the Fiji Trades the transport sector who received a 10 Union Congress (FTUC) members of per cent rise. the wages councils. "These raises are reflective of the He reiterated the government's positive growth in the national commitment to ensure social justice economy and confidence in the labour prevailed for workers.
Japan Training For Civil Servants

Seven potential leaders in the public service will attend a leaders training course in Japan over the next three weeks. The seven civil servants will participate in the Vocational Training Education Course Training Program for Young Leaders for South Pacific Countries. The training program is organized by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and will run from November 4 to November 21. The program, which includes participants from Fiji and Kiribati, will attempt to encourage growth in developing countries by advancing human resource development in education and vocational sectors. Participants attended a pre-departure briefing and orientation. JICA resident representative Shumon Yoshiara said: "Since the inception of the JICA Training Program in Fiji in 1976, around 2000 civil servants have traveled to Japan to participate in JICA training courses." "The program has the purpose of promoting human resource development, particularly of young leaders who will become nationbuilding leaders in the future. "You will have the opportunity to explain to your hosts about your own country and your people. You will be ambassadors of your own countries," he said. Also present at the pre-departure orientation were government officials, including deputy secretary for the Public Service Commission (PSC), Iliesa Lutu.
Government is reminding the public to exercise caution when using firecrackers and candles during Diwali celebrations. The Ministry of Defence, National Security and Immigration permanent secretary Mr Jale Fotofili said that the public can only use firecrackers between November 8th and 14th. Everyone must adhere to the Legal Notice No. 131 of 2006 which says that all use and discharge of firecrackers shall be conducted between the hours of 5.00pm and 10.00pm except for Diwali Holiday where the time for discharge of firecrackers shall be from 5.00pm to
Public Cautioned On Firecracker Use During Diwali
12 midnight,Mr Wailker said. He said it is illegal to sell firecrackers to persons under the age of 18 years and should be used under adult supervision. Mr Fotofili said that various agencies including the Fiji Police Forces will monitor the sale and use of firecrackers around the country. This is to also ensure that merchants around the country dont sell fireworks to those below the age of 18 years. We are serious about this because we do not want a repeat of past incidents and accidents which has resulted in a loss of life, he said.
Health Officials Raise Awareness On Proper Hygiene

As part of efforts to effectively address healthy living and proper sanitation, the ministry of health is taking the lead role in creating more awareness in rural communities across the country. A team from the ministry recently toured the Lomaiviti group to conduct awareness programs where typhoid cases were often prevalent in the past. The Ministry of Healths Lomaiviti sub divisional medical officer, Doctor Josaia Tiko said that, the visiting team conducted awareness programs about the illness and to reiterate the importance about hand washing and proper sanitation. It is important that the community learn how to prevent the spread of typhoid by washing hands well especially after using sanitary facilities, before preparing food or drinks. Its equally important to recognise the early signs and symptoms of typhoid fever so as to seek medical advice early, Tiko said. He has also advised members of the public to practice safe and clean hygiene to prevent the spread of such diseases.
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The Ministry of Social Welfare, Women and Poverty Alleviation and UNICEF launched the Blue Ribbon Campaign to protect children against abuse and neglect. And a total of 19 days will be devoted to raise more awareness on the theme, Protection of Children Against Abuse and Neglect before the celebration of the universal Children's Day on November 20. Permanent Secretary, Govind Sami says the National Roadmap to Democracy and Sustainable Socio-Economic Development (RDSSED) 2009-2014 articulates this commitment enabling various ministries and departments to promote awareness on the protection of young citizens. There is a need for all of us to collaborate together to protect our children from fear, negligence and abuse so that they can live freely and independently in their countries, Sami said.
Blue Ribbon Campaign Launched
UNICEF Chief of Child Protection, Amanda Bissex added that 72% of the respondents admit to household abuse of their children. Child abuse is mostly perpetrated by someone close to the child like parents, guardians or teachers, she said. She further added that there will now be zero tolerance for child abuse and child negligence. Meanwhile, the Ministry has also hired a consultant to assist in review of the following legislations on child welfare and protection, the adoption of infants act, juveniles act and the probation act. Sami added that that there will now be a more controlled adoption in Fiji to avoid children become vulnerable to child labour and human trafficking which is on the rise across the world now. Activities across the country has been organised by the Ministry and Unicef for over a period of nineteen days ending a parade on November 20.
Minimum wage rates for Fiji workers have been revised by between 7.9% to 10.4% under new rates announced by the Labour, lndustrial Relations and Employment, Jone Usamate. The new minimum wage rates applies to workplaces covered under the ten (10) Wages Regulations Orders (WROs) and comes immediately into effect. Sawmilling and logging workers get the biggest rise of 10.4%, while road transport workers receive the second largest bump of 10%. Workers in the manufacturing and garment industries get a 9.9% increase and security service workers get a 9.7% increase. An increase of 7.9% has been extended to workers in the Printing Trades, the Building and Civil and Electrical Engineering Trades, Hotel & Catering Trades, Mining & Quarrying Industry, and Wholesale & Retail Trades. The Minister said these raises are reflective of the positive growth in the national economy and confidence in the labour market. He mentioned that this is the first time in the history of Fiji that government has introduced a productivity-based
Minimum Wage Rate Goes Up
wage system for the ten sectors covered under the WROs, which also accounts for the cost of living component. Usamate has appealed to all employers to honor their moral and legal responsibilities to their workers by fully complying with the new wage rates and minimum conditions under the 2012 WROs. He reminded them to continuously improve their levels of productivity by adopting modern business practices and to invest in the quality training of their workers to remain competitive. He also thanked the Deputy Chairpersons of the ten Wages Councils for their dedication and commitment to complete the due process under the labour law despite the resignation of the Wages Councils Chairperson and the boycott of the FTUC members of the Wages Councils. Usamate reiterated government's commitment to ensure social justice prevails for workers and he thanked all stakeholders for their understanding and patience in reaching the new rates after the respective Wages Councils adopted productivity-based wage criteria to review the initial rates proposed by the Councils.
Fiji Water Provides Facilities For Students

More than 20 students boarding at Navala Catholic School now have proper sleeping facilities after the opening of their new dormitory at Navala Village in Ba. Built by the Fiji Water Foundation's charitable trust, the new dormitory will play a critical role in improving the education of Navala children. Fiji Water's chief executive officer Rokoseru Nabalarua said the dormitory was a good example of one of the foundation's three main goals of improving access to and quality of education. "If the students have a good dormitory, they will have good access to better and quality education," Mr Nabalarua said. He said the school appealed to the foundation for a better dormitory in 2010. "After assessing the old dormitory, we found that it was not good for the children and was not accessible daily. This was a denial of access to a basic human right," he said. A former pupil of the school, Mr Nabalarua said the completed dorm should be used to upgrade the education of children in the village and children had to play an active role in furthering their education. "Students should make use of the opportunity to upgrade their education for their future careers," he said. He urged parents to take special interest in their children's education, saying this should be one of their priorities. "Once you invest in your children's education, you will reap the fruits in the future," Mr Nabalarua said. He explained this was the motivation for the foundation's assisting village schools to have more access to quality education. School chairman Ratu Semi Nakautoka said the request was long overdue and thanked Fiji Water for the assistance. "We have been waiting for this dorm for a very long time as the other dorms were not being used because of Occupational, Health and Safety issues," he said.
Pacific Sun is back in full commercial further works on the runway in order to operations into Labasa Airport, after a meet the safety standards. lapse of almost two months with better Pacific Sun, over the past weekend, conducted test flights into Labasa after and lower airfares. Pacific Sun spokesman, Shane resealing works were completed. Hussein, confirmed its flights between A Government statement indicated Suva/Nadi into Labasa have started Pacific Suns ATR42-500 made a successful landing in Labasa. operating as scheduled. Pacific Sun airfares from Suva into Pacific Sun is believed to have incurred Labasa have gone down to as low as significant operational and financial $99 one way, including taxes and impact as a result of having to divert more flights into Savusavu to accommodate surcharge. Mr Hussein said: With great year- for the suspended Labasa flights. round fares between Nadi-Labasa The Labasa Airport had been closed in and SuvaLabasa on offer, customers late September to allow for resealing are requested to contact Pacific Sun works. reservation on 3304388 or to visit our Pacific Sun had not been satisfied with the resealing works and even brought Sales Offices for bookings. Pacific Sun had refused to operate its in New Zealand experts to prove their flights into the Labasa Airport because point. of safety concerns following a resealing Local company, Northern Air, was the upgrade in September by Airports Fiji only company which could operate the Labasa flights through its smaller and Limited (AFL). To Get The Best Value For Your Dollar As a result, AFL then had to carry out lighter Britten Norman Islander.
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Banks Warn On Credit Card Surcharge

As the no surcharge rule for credit cards comes into effect November 1st, the Association of Banks in Fiji has warned banks that failure to comply with this regulation would result in the withdrawal of merchant facilities by the issuing banks. Cardholders have been advised that merchants who continue to apply a surcharge for payment of goods or services by credit or debit card are violating the regulatory stance taken. The association said merchants should be reported immediately to the bank concerned or the Reserve Bank of Fiji who is the enforcement agency behind this rule. Following a spate of complaints and subsequent investigations the Reserve Bank found that the application of the No Surcharge Rule on card based transactions was uncertain and inconsistent. The Reserve Bank had then ruled that all acquiring banks and their merchants must cease levying an additional charge on their customers who make payments through debit or credit cards.
China Funded Fence Project Provides Security To PSC Staff

FIJI and the Peoples Republic of China marked the official handing over of the FJD$1.5m fence project surrounding the Public Service Commissions Berkeley Crescent premises. Chinese Ambassador His Excellency Huang Yong, while officially signing over the fence project to PSC chairman, Josefa Serulagilagi, highlighted that this was only one of the many areas of concern that the two countries were working together on. The China-aided fencing project demonstrates our commitment to better cooperation with PSC in the future, he told PSC and embassy staff present at the signing of the certificate of completion for the project. It is my sincere hope that the fence shall strengthen the security of the commission, and bring happiness to the staff working here. The project was not only Chinesefunded but also used the services of the China Railway 5 to carry out the construction. Mr Serulagilagi thanked the Chinese Government and the company that carried out the works. This last phase of the fencing project has beautified the surrounding areas around the Public Service Commission and has provided a sense of security to the employees who work daily at Berkley Crescent, he said. Your Excellency, we acknowledge the significant support and assistance of your Government and know that more and more Fijians will continue to benefit from cooperation between our two countries.
Foster's Group Pacific Limited's group operating profit before income tax dropped by 34.9 per cent to $6.039m this year from $9.277million last year. The company says the decrease was mainly driven by the increase in cost of sales by $4.6 million (8.9 per cent) over last year. And that increase, it attributed to the one-off $1.026million write-down of bottles and crate fraud, and the $0.389million write-down of spare parts stock write off (both in its Samoa operation); and commodity cost increases driven by the high Australian dollar. Another driver of the decrease in operating profit, it said was the increase in selling, marketing and distribution costs totaling $0.767million that because of increased investment in brand advertising, trade promotion activities and trade marketing to support its brands. The company's annual report released from the South Pacific Stock Exchange (SPSE) yesterday said those cost increases were partially offset by a decrease in administration expenses of $0.211 million. Overall, it reports consolidated sales revenue increased by 3.4 per cent ($4.653million) this year from $2.087million last year. Consolidated sales volume increased by 1.5 per cent to 3.352 million nineliter cases this year from 3.301 million nine-liter cases last year.
Foster's Group Suffers 34Pc Profit Drop
In his report, FGP's chairman John Murphy said during the year, their businesses continued to face many operational issues and challenges. He said sales demand and growth was modest, constrained by domestic economic and market conditions, while costs of production continued to increase, driven by the high Aussie dollar on imported raw materials and fuel prices. "Our business in Samoa incurred oneoff costs in relation to a fraud incident and a spare parts impairment charge. I am pleased to report that the fraud incident has been fully investigated and remedial action has been taken to prevent a re-occurrence, including a significant strengthening of our internal controls," Mr Murphy said. FGP's outlook for 2013 and beyond, he said would largely be determined by continued growth in the Fijian economy as well as further recovery in the global economy. He said a main focus for 2013 and beyond would be "unlock the growth potential of the local and export markets" for beer and rum via an increased capital investment program. "This will provide the essential plant and equipment upgrades needed to improve our business efficiencies and capability to enhance our ability to compete in export markets," Mr Murphy said. FGP is a stock listed on the South Pacific Stock Exchange (SPSE).
Sugar Corporation Wants Quality Changes

The Fiji Sugar Corporation is not anticipating a huge allocation from government in the 2013 national budget but has requested for continued support. FSC chief executive officer Abdul Khan said what they needed most was government's support in order to bring quality changes. Mr Khan said FSC was allocated $40.9million this year and about $31million had been used so far. "The allocation (for this year) was adequate," Mr Khan said. "About $31million was used in terms of working capital and the retirement of the high interest debts," he said. Mr Khan said year 2012 had been a quality year for FSC where most positive changes were brought about. However, for 2013, he said FSC would redefine the industry. "Sugar is a big industry for Fiji in terms of economics, business and employment," Mr Khan said. The 2013 national budget announcement will be delivered on November 24.
It was all smiles for a mother after her disabled son received a specialized wheel chair from the Cerebral Palsy Alliance in Australia. Takayawa Moala said her son Navi has always faced hardship with his old wheel chair as it was too big for him and at times he was very uncomfortable in it.
Disabled son receives specialized wheel chair
The 30-year-old said looking at her son in his new wheel chair assured her that he will be protected and no longer be burdened. Meanwhile Manager of the Alliance Jill Maginnity said they will be distributing 40 children's wheel chairs. The total cost of the wheel chairs is US$1,200.
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ARIES (March 21 to April 19): Events in the last few days of the week show how much your position has improved. Decisions made then allow you to turn your attention to the nittygritty of change or recent developments. These include working with friends or associates and discussing plans for the future. Do not be disheartened if you go through several problems. It is a time of change and each revision adds something important. Of equal significance is time with loved ones or offspring. They too are changing and need your attention. The week brings you money, but luck forces you to undertake intense discussion; nothing could be more productive. A happy journey comes your way. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20): While you may face minor complications, this is an extraordinary week. Opportunities begin on Monday. In between you run into fresh ideas, new people and places. The trick is to show interest, but commit to nothing until very late in the game. Life has not always been kind to you in the past; now is your turn to make up for lost time. Career offers are positive and lucrative. Your familys health is faint and expenses are heavy. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20): Wonderful opportunities thread their way through this week. But the planetary emphasis is on obligations to others, or work and duties to yourself, which range from your health and wellbeing, to certain troublesome issues. Initially, these seem uninteresting; however events around the week make you confront obstacles. Some involve partners; many are self-made. On the 1st, putting what you have learned into action proves more than worthwhile. Domestic matters are easy. Journeys and happy holidays come your way. CANCER (June 21 to July 21):
Opportunities and dilemmas that involve money, travel, legal matters and certain obligations, some of which are out of your hands, are of considerable significance. But these may have to take a back seat to issues of a partnership nature. Some bring understanding; others raise uncomfortable but worthwhile issues. Decide on nothing until after this week, and then act quickly, since the pace picks up remarkably and you feel more than ready to capitalize on what arises. Cloudy trends persuade you to take on emotional targets. LEO (July 22 to August 22): During the week you encounter opportunities, intriguing people and even the option of travel. The one thing you cannot have, however, is the outcome of endeavor. Obviously, you are not happy about this. But it is a time to settle problems from the past that could potentially trip you up, while you explore options. Practical, financial and domestic matters need attention, but are easily resolved. After that the worlds your oyster. After this week, decisions must be made. Until then, leave no stone unturned. You may think you are sitting on the fence for some achievement, but that is the only way. VIRGO (August 23 to September 21): The only real mistake you could make is to assume that others know what you feel or want. However obvious to you, recent changes have influenced everyones priorities, including yours. Further, discussions could be as important as any outcome. Remarkable opportunities could leave you better off financially in a new home or even madly in love; there are a few limits, though, to what you can do or experience. So do not wonder what might happen or waste time thinking what the best line of action might be. Travel may come your way. LIBRA (September 22 to October
22): The week is all about practical matters, where situations demand concentration, combined with discrimination. Disciplines that once seemed restrictive are actually welcome. In fact, they make it easier to know how to respond to the remarkable opportunities on this week. Confusion on the next week requires caution, but nothing can undermine this remarkable week. Good news comes your way in business. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21): Usually it is you who introduces friends or colleagues to the latest in people, places or ideas. From late this week the roles are reversed and as much as you enjoy the attention, you are uncomfortable. But let others open doors for you; this is a time of change and the broader the spectrum of your experience the more satisfying is the next chapter of your life. On matters related to the family, home or security, there is some reluctance to give up what is familiar. But further exploration will not increase your anxiety; it will only make you more certain when decision time comes. Be prudent in your dealings with money matters. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21): Opportunities taken are inextricably linked to increased responsibilities. Though things are going well, you could nevertheless begin to feel boxed in. Some obligations are made to yourself and relate to your physical or even emotional well-being; others are duties to others which you really cannot ignore. Situations early this week force you to review these and while your first instinct may be to lighten your load - do not. It is far better that you work with others, sharing the burden. Personal happiness is accented and the more organized you become, the more time you have to enjoy happy moments
with loved ones. Your career may go far. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19): The events on this week could lead to a crisis or could be a fullfledged opportunity, but with the speed of chance, which remains unclear until the end of the week. So give everything at least one try. Furthermore, confusion could obscure important facts. You are in the midst of a period of remarkable development. While nothing can undermine that, making the best of it requires a more easygoing approach to life than is your habit. Developments on the career scene keep you on your toes. Socially, a hectic phase. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18): It is not so much what you do, but achieving a balance between activities out in the world and responsibilities close to home that is your challenge. New people or intriguing developments make work interesting and life a joy; particularly with those you love. But confusion for most of the week could muddy otherwise clear waters; if you are worried or feel slighted, discuss your concerns. Duties of a family or domestic nature could easily dominate you, but you will regret allowing them to do so. Each star brings its own dramas, but also its own remarkable opportunities. Socially, an upward trend. PISCES (February 19 to March 20): Only sometime ago the stern and rather humorless Saturn departed from your sign, leaving you with a lighter and less complicated life, and with a kind of new discipline. This week brings opportunities, interesting new ideas and people, but you do not know what to make of them. Take your time, things may not be what they seem; you will later see the finest opportunities fruition. Hasty actions achieve nothing. Health causes concern. Children bring good news.
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Pakistani Militant With $10M U.S. Bounty On His Head
Hafiz Saeed, a militant leader who leads the Jamaat-ud-Dawa organisation and founded Lashkar-e-Taiba, has offered aid to Americans hit by superstorm Sandy. A Pakistani militant leader with a the storm, even if the U.S. has put a $10 million U.S. bounty on his head bounty on his head. has offered aid to Americans hit by The U.S. offered $10 million earlier this superstorm Sandy. year for information leading to Saeeds Hafiz Saeed says his organization, arrest or conviction. He founded LashkarJamaat-ud-Dawa, is prepared to send e-Taiba, a militant group blamed for volunteers, medicine and food if attacks in Indias city of Mumbai in 2008 allowed by the United States. that killed over 160 people. Saeed said in a written statement Jamaat-ud-Dawa is believed to be a Tuesday that it is a religious duty under front for Lashkar-e-Taiba, which was Islam to help Americans affected by banned by the Pakistani government.
An immigration adviser has been fined $3000 after he left a family stranded illegally in New Zealand - one of two punishments for immigration officers announced. In decisions released the Immigration Advisers Complaints and Disciplinary Tribunal barred Prem Singh and Barbara Nassiep from applying for a licence for two years. Mr Singh, of Romys Immigration Services in Hillsborough, was penalised for "delinquent disregard for professional obligations," the tribunal said. Mr Singh lodged a visa application for his client which failed. He told his client the matter was being referred to the Ombudsmen and he could not be contacted after that. When his client contacted Immigration New Zealand she discovered there was no ongoing process and she and her family were in New Zealand
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unlawfully. "This was not an isolated lapse; in the course of his instructions Mr Singh consistently failed to act professionally," the tribunal said. Mr Singh was ordered to refund fees of $1480, pay compensation of $1200 and pay $3000 in penalties. In the second case, Ms Nassiep, also known as Barbara Parker, failed to sign a written agreement with her client or account for fees she received in advance from her client when her licence had expired. "This was not simply an issue of lack of care; she held funds she had no entitlement to, did not bank them properly and then left the country. "Ms Nassiep's lack of remorse, insight, or even willingness to engage with what a serious complaint is clearly, is significant." She was ordered to refund fees of $7505, and pay $4000 in penalties.
Car's Headlights Help Plane Land On NT Highway

The Australian Transport Safety Bureau says quick thinking by a pilot who landed his plane on the Northern Territory's Stuart Highway at night prevented a serious accident. The ATSB says a Gippsland Aeronautics GA 8 Airvan was on a night training flight from Tennant Creek to Alice Springs in July when the engine started losing oil pressure. The crew planned a diversion to Ti Tree but the instructor could not turn on the airstrip's pilot-activated lighting system. When the plane was over the town the engine ran rough, and then stopped. The instructor followed a car's headlights to land on the Stuart Highway. The ATSB report shows extensive damage to the plane's engine. The Territory Government has since put in a solar powered lighting system at the Ti Tree airstrip that turns on automatically at sunset. The report praises the crew's quick decision-making that resulted in a safe landing.
About 30 people across the country have fallen ill with salmonella poisoning after eating what are believed to be contaminated raw almonds. Woolworths has announced a national recall of its own brand of almonds. The WA Health Department says three Western Australians are among the 30 people affected. It says symptoms of salmonella
Dozens Poisoned After Eating Raw Almonds
poisoning include diarrhea, fever and abdominal cramps. It is urging anyone with symptoms to seek medical help. Woolworths says they are recalling their own brand of almonds as a precaution. The affected batches have best before dates of 05/02/13, 06/04/13, 07/04/13 or 12/04/13.
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Witchcraft People Smuggler Jailed In UK

A Nigerian people smuggler who used witchcraft rituals to force children to work as sex slaves has been jailed for 20 years. Osezua Osolase, 42, tricked povertystricken Nigerian orphans into travelling to the UK with the promise of a better life. But the young victims were raped, sexually abused and subjected to voodoo-style rituals by a child trafficking ring. Osolase, the linchpin of a multi-million pound global sex trafficking ring, used "juju" magic to control his victims. He told the teenage girls they would die or never bear children if they tried to escape or revealed what had happened to them. Judge Adele Williams told Osolase: "You are arrogant and manipulative; you are devoid of conscience, devoid of any compassion to your victims. You were dealing in exploitation and misery and degradation. You have been convicted on clear and compelling evidence of trafficking two girls in and out of the UK. "Once they arrived in the UK the reality was explained to them that they were going to have to work as prostitutes. "They were petrified that if they spoke out they would be harmed and killed." During the trial it emerged that Osolase raped one of the young girls knowing he had HIV. Judge Williams described this as a "seriously aggravating" feature to his crimes. At Canterbury Crown Court, Osolase was convicted of five counts of trafficking for sexual exploitation, one of rape and one of sexual activity with a child. The charges relate to three girls aged 14, 16, and 17. One was raped and all three endured juju rituals, including one conducted by Osolase himself. One feared she was being taken to another country to be used as a human sacrifice. Osolase slashed the chest of his youngest victim with a razor and rubbed black powder into her bleeding wounds. On the surface, Osolase was a recycling worker living in a terraced house in Gravesend, Kent. But his home was a secret staging post for vulnerable teenage orphans as they were smuggled from Africa, via Britain, to several European countries. Detectives discovered evidence that at least 28 victims were smuggled in and out of Britain over a 14-month period, earning him up to 1.5 million.
Fierce Foe Praises Obama's 'Wonderful' Storm Response
The NSW Police Integrity Commission (PIC) is investigating an officer accused of fraud, including helping fake marriages to fool immigration officials. The PIC has begun a public hearing into the conduct of Senior Constable Hoan Thien Pham. Counsel-assisting Jeremy Gormly SC has told the hearing that Senior Constable Pham helped his long-term partner Bich Tuyen Kha to fake two marriages to get Australian visas for Vietnamese men. The PIC heard one of the men was registered as a parent to a child who was actually fathered by Senior Constable Pham. Senior Constable Pham was also asked about a text message sent from his phone earlier this year warning his brother-in-law of a drug raid planned,
Policeman 'Helped Fake Marriages For Visas'
targeting an associate. But he said he did not send the message, and it may have been sent while his phone was charging. Mr Gormly says the policeman also misused his role as justice of the peace and deposited nearly $20,000 into his bank account that could be proceeds of crime. The hearing has been played phone taps of Senior Constable Pham speaking earlier this year to his brother, Chau Pham. In the call, the policeman asked his brother to fake a break-in at his house and take $50,000 being kept in a wardrobe by his brother-in-law, Tan Dung Kha. He says in the call that the money has come from junkies. Senior Constable Pham has told the PIC the call was a joke. The hearing continues.
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President Barack Obama has won glowing praise from a fierce foe for his handling of superstorm Sandy, which has killed at least 30 Americans and caused widespread destruction along the east coast. Republican New Jersey governor Chris Christie has repeatedly attacked Mr Obama on the campaign trail, claiming the Democrat does not deserve a second term in the White House. But just hours after the worst of the storm knocked out power for 2.4 million people in New Jersey, south of New York City, Mr Christie gave Mr Obama a glowing character reference. He said he had asked the president to cut through bureaucratic "mumbo jumbo" and help New Jersey, and he "got on it". "The president has been all over this, he deserves great credit," Mr Christie said. "He gave me his number at the White House, told me to call if I needed anything, and he absolutely means it. "It's been very good working with the president, and his administration has been coordinating with us great - it's been wonderful." The praise from Mr Christie, who is mentioned as a possible 2016 Republican presidential candidate should Mr Romney lose, represented the kind of publicity a campaign, for all the hundreds of millions of dollars spent on it, simply cannot buy. It came just a week before the election, with polls showing the race as a dead heat. "I don't give a damn about election day," the outspoken governor said. "It doesn't matter a lick to me at the moment. I've got bigger fish to fry." Sandy made landfall in New Jersey Monday morning (AEDT), leaving behind a trail of flooded homes, toppled trees and downed power lines in the nation's most densely populated
region. At least 30 people were reportedly killed along the eastern seaboard. Mr Obama again cancelled his campaign activities for Wednesday and will instead visit New Jersey to assess the damage and recovery efforts. Asked by the media whether he would tour parts of his state with Mr Romney, Mr Christie replied: "I have no idea, nor am I the least bit concerned or interested," he said. "I've got a job to do here in New Jersey that's much bigger than presidential politics, and I couldn't care less about any of that stuff. "If you think right now I give a damn about presidential politics then you don't know me." On Tuesday Mr Romney transformed what was intended originally to be a campaign stop into a storm relief event in Ohio, taking donations of food and supplies to storm victims. But he will return to full campaign mode with three rallies in the key swing state of Florida on Wednesday. Mr Romney will stump for votes in two crucial districts in Florida - the cities of Jacksonville in the north and Tampa in the centre - as well as in Coral Gables, near the Democratic stronghold of Miami. Mr Romney is seen as having a more narrow route than Mr Obama to the 270 electoral votes necessary to win the White House. With some national polls showing Mr Romney slightly ahead, Mr Obama is clinging to slim leads in many of the eight or so swing states where voters will likely determine the outcome of the election. A RealClearPolitics average of polls gives Mr Romney a 1.3 percentage point edge over the president. A CNN survey released on Monday showed Mr Romney at 50 per cent support and Mr Obama at 49 per cent.
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Want to avoid paying extra baggage charges on flights? Put on this 'wearable' suitcase! An Irishman has come up with a bizarre new "wearable luggage" that can hold a total of 15kg of luggage and can help you beat the baggage charges levied by budget airlines. Engineer John Power has invented a coat, priced at 56 pounds, which is made of light but strong polyester and has 14 variously sized pockets that can hold a total of 15 kg of luggage, as reported. After boarding, the dress called
Now, Wear Your Baggage To Save Extra Charges On Flights
Jaktogo can be folded up and carried as a shoulder bag. Power, 57, said that he travels twice a week using budget airlines. Though the budget airlines' advertised ticket prices are often low, most of them charge extra for hold luggage. However, they allow passengers to take one piece of hand luggage on board for free. They also allow jackets or coats? So Power's invention allows travelers to by-pass the charges altogether, the report said.
Teen Has Surgery To Repair Ear After Dog Attack

A teenager has had surgery to have his ear sewn back on after being attacked in a suburban Sydney street by two pit bull terriers. The 19-year-old man was taking his dog for a walk in East Hills, in the city's south west, when the attack happened. Two pit bull terriers attacked the man's legs as he was trying to protect his own dog. He fell to the ground and had his left ear bitten off. The attacking dogs ran away when people nearby came to help. The teenager had surgery and his condition is described as "stable". Police believe the pit bulls had jumped a fence and escaped from their yard. Inspector Dave Firth from Bankstown police station says the owner has been cooperative. "We have spoken to the owner already," he said. "He has been of great assistance to us in relation to the seizure of the dogs and providing us with information in relation to those two dogs. "He has owned them both since they were puppies, and in consultation with the council we will be looking at taking action against him."
A Sydney man who threatened staff and passengers on a Tiger Airways flight has been fined $1,000. Scott Laughlin, from Sydney's northern beaches, was given the fine for behaving in an offensive and disorderly manner on a flight from the Gold Coast to Sydney earlier this month. Australian Federal Police handcuffed
Man Fined For Threatening Tiger Passengers
him when the plane landed. The 39-year-old has also been given a 21-month jail sentence for intimidating a police officer, using offensive language and using a carriage service to menace or harass following an incident in April. A magistrate is yet to determine if he can serve the sentence as community service.
Zac Vawter Will Use 'Bionic Leg' Controlled By His Thoughts To Climb Chicago Skyscraper
After losing his right leg in a motorcycle accident, the 31-yearold software engineer signed up to become a research subject, helping to test a trailblazing prosthetic leg that's controlled by his thoughts. He will put this groundbreaking "bionic" leg to the ultimate test Sunday when he attempts to climb 103 flights of stairs to the top of Chicago's Willis Tower, one of the world's tallest skyscrapers. If all goes well, he'll make history with the bionic leg's public debut. His whirring, robotic leg will respond to electrical impulses from muscles in his hamstring. Mr Vawter will think, "Climb stairs," and the motors, belts and chains in his leg will synchronise the movements of its ankle and knee. Vawter hopes to make it to the top in an hour, longer than it would've taken before his amputation, less time than it would take with his normal prosthetic leg - or, as he calls it, his "dumb" leg. He kicked a soccer ball, walked around the room and climbed stairs. The researchers beamed. Mr Vawter likes the bionic leg. Compared to his regular prosthetic, it's more responsive and more fluid. As an engineer, he enjoys learning how the leg works. To one generation it sounds like The Six Million Dollar Man, a 1970s TV show featuring a rebuilt hero. A younger generation may think of Luke Skywalker's bionic hand. The $US8 million project is funded by the US Department of Defence and involves Vanderbilt University, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, the University of Rhode Island and the University of New Brunswick. Mr Vawter and the Chicago researchers recently took the elevator to the 103rd floor of the Willis Tower to see the view after an afternoon of work in the lab. Mr Hargrove and Mr Vawter bantered in the elevator in anticipation of Sunday's event. Mr Hargrove: "Am I allowed to trash talk you?"
20-year-old Catarina Migliorini has auctioned off her virginity for $780,000 to an anonymous online Japanese bidder. Is it worth the money? Two years ago, 20-year-old Catarina forever be known as the virgin who Migliorini, answered an ad from a sold herself for $780K. While the production company looking for media tends to celebrate this kind of "virgins." The Brazilian physical sensationalism, it loses respect for it education student wanted to make very quickly. money and knew her virginity was And the fact that Natsu gets to remain worth something substantial, so she anonymous throughout the whole agreed to be a part of the documentary ordeal should rub us all the wrong "Virgins Wanted," which ultimately way. Catarina is branded as the face of would lead to the online auctioning of online virgin prostitution, but the man her virginity. buying her virginity is shielded from The bidding closed, and the highest any kind of public scrutiny. No photos offer came from an anonymous will be taken of him, nor will he be Japanese man, known only as Natsu, interviewed. Worst of all, Catarina is who bought Catarina's virginity for the one shielding him. This behaviour $780,000. does little but enforce the stereotype While Natsu has agreed to undergo that women are the ones to blame for testing for sexually transmitted prostitution. diseases, Catarina has agreed to Catarina's also setting a dangerous undergo testing to ensure that she is in precedent for other females out there. fact a virgin. Natsu will also have to There are young girls all over the wear a condom throughout the entire world who also want to make money deed, which will take place onboard a to get out of their current situation. plane flying between Australia and the In Catarina, they see an educated, US in order to get around prostitution beautiful girl getting a huge sum for the laws. simple sale of her virginity. It's likely Though the amount of money Catarina these girls will think that they too can was able to pull from the online auction do this one-time' thing. But, they won't is enough to make anyone have second have the exposure that Catarina does thoughts, her decision is a poor one, and will consequently be vulnerable to and the money isn't worth the negative pimps, traffickers and others willing to repercussions of her actions. prey on and take advantage them. Catarina believes that "if you only Catarina says she will use most of the do it once in your life then you money to build homes for impoverished are not a prostitute, just like if you people in her home state of Santa take one amazing photograph it Catarina, but I doubt that any charity does not automatically make you a would be willing to accept the money photographer." While that backwards given its origins. After all, charities try logic may delude her, most of us, to stop the exploitation of people, and including the law, would agree that the Catarina is not only allowing herself sale of your own body for sex is in fact to be exploited, she is also flaunting, prostitution, and doing so makes you a savoring, and unintentionally prostitute. promoting that exploitation. Given the high profile nature of the So even though Catarina may think that whole situation, Catarina Migliorini's she's making a smart business move name may forever be synonymous and acting altruistically, she is actually with prostitution. She may think she doing a great deal of harm to herself is doing a one-time thing, but she will and to other girls out there.
Brazilian Girl Auctions Off Her Virginity For $780,000
"It's fine," Mr Vawter shot back. "I'll just defer it all to the leg that you built." At the top, Mr Vawter stood on a glass balcony overlooking the city. The next time he heads to the top, he and the bionic leg will take the stairs.
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SUPERSTORM Sandy has unearthed what is believed to be a Colonial skeleton in Connecticut and brought coffins to the surface in Maryland.
Sandy Unearths 'Colonial Skeleton', Coffin
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A casket floated out of the grave in a cemetery in Crisfield, Maryland after the effects of Superstorm Sandy. Police spokesman David Hartman says a The remains will be evaluated by the woman who was with other bystanders state medical examiner. in New Haven, Connecticut, looking at a Katie Carbo, who called police, tells fallen oak tree called police on Tuesday the New Haven Independent she saw after she saw bones in the upturned roots. something in the tree roots, and found Mr Hartman says the tree was planted the bones when she removed some dirt. on the green in 1909 on the 100th She says the skeleton "should be given anniversary of President Abraham a proper burial." Lincoln's birth. He says the remains Meanwhile, a casket in Crisfield, likely belong to one of thousands of Maryland, has popped out of the people buried there in Colonial times. ground after Sandy has passed.
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Effective October 25, 2012, sponsored spouses or partners must now live together in a legitimate relationship with their sponsor for two years from the day they receive permanent residence status in Canada. If you are a spouse or partner being sponsored to come to Canada, this applies to you if: You are being sponsored by a permanent resident or Canadian citizen You have been in a relationship for two years or less with your sponsor You have no children in common Your application was received on or after October 25, 2012 There are some people who think marriage to a Canadian citizen will be their ticket to Canada. It is a crime for foreign nationals to marry Canadian citizens or permanent residents only to gain entry into Canada. Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) is working to prevent these fraudulent marriages. In many cases, sponsors and foreign applicants arrange a marriage of
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convenience: a marriage or commonlaw relationship where the sole purpose is for the sponsored spouse to immigrate to Canada. CIC officers are specially trained to recognize genuine immigration applications, and they know how to detect marriages of convenience. They use several methods to uncover marriage fraud, including document checks, site visits and interviews with sponsors and applicants. Canadian citizens or permanent residents found to be part of a marriage of convenience for immigration purposes may be
charged with a crime. Dont become a victim of marriage fraud If you are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident and you meet someone from another country on the Internet or while travelling, you should take care if you are considering marrying them and sponsoring them to Canada. Sponsors must financially support their spouse for three years, even if the marriage or relationship fails. If your spouse uses social assistance, you will have to repay the money, and you
wont be able to sponsor anyone else until the debt is repaid. Sponsorship is a legally binding financial commitment with the Government of Canada. Sponsors: Do not be tempted by offers of money or other rewards to enter into a marriage of convenience just so the person can immigrate to Canada. If you do this, you can face serious criminal charges, and you will still have to meet the terms of the sponsorship. Do not feel you are obligated to help somebody by being part of a marriage of convenience, no matter what the reason. It is not worth the risks. Visa applicants: Dont get involved in a marriage of convenience. You will be refused a visa and may be banned from travel to Canada for two years. This will remain permanently on your CIC record. CIC recognizes that even genuine marriages can fail. However, if you enter into a marriage of convenience and come to Canada as an immigrant, enforcement action can be taken against you. This enforcement action could end with your being deported by the Canada Border Services Agency.
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Cell Phone Text Warning System Could Come To B.C.

U.S. cell text system sends automatic warnings about natural disasters The B.C. government is looking at adding a cell phone-based warning system to its emergency response program to alert people to imminent dangers, such as tsunamis or severe storms. The provincial government has been criticized for its reaction to Saturday's massive earthquake near Haida Gwaii, where it took about 40 minutes before communities received a tsunami warning. There's discussion going on with service providers, local authorities, Industry Canada, and looking at the feasibility and a potential pilot project, said Chris Duffy, executive director of Emergency Management BC. Duffy said the process for setting up such a service is complicated, but he says the government is committed to exploring it. A new technology in the U.S. sends natural disaster-related warnings immediately to cell phone users in the path of danger, says Ted Buehner, a meteorologist at the National Weather Service in Washington. "It's just to get your attention so you're aware of the situation, can tune to other resources, and then take action to protect lives and property," Buehner told the reporter. Cell phone providers are required to provide the service by law, which was introduced in 2006 following Hurricane Katrina. B.C. needs this technology, said Carol Kulesha, mayor of Queen Charlotte City on Haida Gwaii. "If everyone was able to use their cell phone, and that alert came out and came down over the cell phone lines, that would be fabulous," said Kulesha. There are many areas of B.C. with little or no cell service, but most of the population lives in areas where service is available. Kulesha said a better system of some kind needs to be in place before the next big quake occurs.
Family Mourns Girl Killed In Alberta Classroom Crash
The family of the Grade 6 girl who died after being pinned by a minivan that crashed into her classroom in St. Paul, Alta. on Thursday says she was a happy girl with a passion for dance. Megan Wolitski died in an Edmonton hospital on Friday. We would like Megan to be remembered for the incredible girl that she was. She loved her family and loved to take care of her sister and baby cousins, her family wrote in an emailed statement.
Megan and two other girls were critically injured when a van smashed through a ground-floor window of Racette Junior High School on Thursday morning. All three were flown to Edmonton hospital. One was upgraded to stable condition on Thursday afternoon. We ask that you pray for her classmates who are still recovering from their serious injuries, the statement said. Megan's family said she was a Girl Guide who was looking forward to an upcoming trip to Switzerland with her unit. Police have charged the driver of the van, Richard Edward Benson, 46, with three counts of dangerous driving causing bodily harm, one count of resisting arrest and one count of possession of marijuana.
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black checkered jacket and a black Home Depot hat. Anyone with further information about this incident is asked to contact the Surrey RCMP Robbery Section at 604-599-0502 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS if they wish to remain anonymous. The threat of a robbery is something every business owner and their employees may face. Though every business is potentially a target, business owners can take steps to ensure robberies are prevented. In the event that a business is robbed, owners can also provide their employees with important information to minimize the impact of a robbery on themselves and customers. During a robbery: Try to remain calm Dont make sudden moves Never argue - cooperate and comply with the robbers demands Never assume a robber isnt armed Try to pay close attention to what the robber looks like. Dont stare, just observe Only activate a panic alarm if it is safe to do so Dont be a hero! For more information on important robbery prevention tips please visit the Protect Yourself section of our website. Released by Surrey RCMP Media Relations Unit Office: 604.599.7776 Fax: 604.599.8892 Email: surrey_media_relations@rcmpgrc.gc.ca
Surrey RCMP are requesting the publics assistance in identifying a bank robber with a unique clothing description. On Tuesday, October 2nd, 2012, at approximately 10:15am, Surrey RCMP received a report of a robbery at a financial institution in the 15200 block of 56th Avenue (Hwy 10). A male had entered the financial institution and demanded money from the teller advising that he had a weapon but did not produce one. The suspect was described as a Caucasian male with a stocky build, broad shoulders, a beard, and wearing glasses. He was dressed in white coveralls, like a painter, and had a
Many B.C. homeowners assume that earthquake coverage is included in their house insurance, or that governments will compensate them for damage, but neither is the case. Many homeowners who arent sure if they are insured are reminded to ask about it when events occur like Saturday nights 7.7-magnitude quake centered near Haida Gwaii. "Every time there's a bit of a rumble, we do see more uptakes, if you will, from the public in terms of looking at earthquake insurance," said Lindsay Olson, of the Insurance Bureau of Canada. A B.C. government study in 2002 showed that 65 per cent of British Columbians in high-risk areas have quake insurance. Those who dont buy the extra coverage often dont bother because they assume their fellow taxpayers will pick up the tab, according to Jason Vander Zalm, of Square One Insurance. They believe that the government will step in if theres a major catastrophe and the government is going to somehow magically compensate the public if something happens to their homes, Vander Zalm said. The reality is, because it is an insurable event, its quite clear the government will not be stepping in. Cost also a deterrent Vander Zalm said that another reason
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people dont bother is the extra cost. "On average, here in B.C., it accounts for between five and 50 per cent of people's homeowner insurance premiums, obviously depending on whether you are in a really earthquakeprone area," he said. Those areas include locations on Vancouver Island, Richmond and Delta. Earthquake insurance costs drop toward Maple Ridge, Abbotsford, Chilliwack and into the Interior. The price is based on information from the Geological Survey of Canada combined with characteristics of individual properties. "They reflect things like soil condition, what the structure is actually constructed of, whether it's woodframe or whether it's brick, and it also reflects the value of the building itself," Olson said. Compared to California where quakes are far more frequent B.C. rates are low. A B.C. house insured for $300,000 would have an annual earthquake premium ranging from $225 to $485. A California house insured for the same amount would have an annual premium of $865. Earthquake insurance will usually cover all damage caused by an earthquake. The only exception is damage caused by a tsunami.
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Fatal Police-Involved Shooting At Mcdonald's

One man is dead after a policeinvolved shooting at an East Vancouver McDonald's restaurant Monday night. Gunfire erupted at around 8:15 p.m. at the franchise location in the 3400-block of East Hastings Street. Police said the shooting happened after a police officer, responding to reports of windows being smashed, was confronted by a man carrying a knife. The man was then shot by police. He was taken to hospital where he later died of his injuries. B.C.'s Independent Investigations Office, which is tasked with probing serious and fatal uses of police force, has been called to investigate. East Hastings Street between Cassiar and Skeena remained closed to eastbound traffic Tuesday. Busses were being rerouted.
Despite Travel Insurance, $140,000 Claim Denied

A Las Vegas vacation turned into a financial disaster for a Sunshine Coast couple after one of them was hospitalized and their travel insurance company left them on the hook for $140,000 in medical expenses. Mike Gojevic is now on the lung transplant list. Gojevic came down with what he thought was a bad cold just days before heading to Las Vegas to celebrate his wife Arleatha's birthday in February. An X-ray suggested he might have pneumonia, so an emergency doctor prescribed him a 10-day course of antibiotics. The doctor said he was good to go on vacation. "[He told me] I can stay at home and feel like crap at home or I can go down and feel like crap by the pool in Las Vegas," Gojevic told the reporter. But the 53-year-old started having difficulty breathing on the plane as the Las Vegas strip came into sight. He was administered oxygen on the plane and was met on the jet runway by paramedics. He was rushed to Desert Springs hospital in Las Vegas. Gojevic, an insurance adjustor by trade, gave his wife some breathless instructions to make sure that the company they bought travel insurance with, One World Assist, knew they would be in the hospital. "I gave her the book and I said 'you better call the travel insurance company, make sure we're all on board on this anyway,'" he said. Gojevic spent the next 10 days in hospital. Despite efforts of several doctors who saw him, his condition remained undiagnosed during the stay. One World Assist sent a fax to the hospital confirming his coverage, stating that: "The above mentioned patient has a policy with our company that provides coverage for medical emergencies that he might encounter while outside of Canada." The Gojevics said it never occurred to them that there would be any problem with medical coverage. "They certainly didn't allude to that all," Mike Gojevic said. After the couple was flown home via B.C. air ambulance they received a double whammy of horrible news: Mike was not suffering from pneumonia, but a life-threatening lung disease called pulmonary fibrosis. He was put on the list for a double lung transplant. Then One World Assist denied the travel insurance claim, saying he was on the hook for $140,000 in medical expenses. The company said he didn't qualify because he was treated stateside for a "pre-existing condition." In its denial letter, One World Assist told the couple it had saved them money. "If we had not arranged for your return to Canada via air ambulance, your medical expenses in the US would have been significantly higher," a claims representative wrote. But Mike Gojevic argued that it was the pulmonary fibrosis that was the health problem that kept him in hospital, and he hadn't been diagnosed with the serious lung condition at the time. He had only been diagnosed with pneumonia -- a condition considered minor by the insurance company. "The reality is it wasn't pneumonia that caused the problem -- it's the pulmonary fibrosis which caused the issue -- and that was not a pre-existing condition," he said. "It's like I went to sleep and woke up and my whole life has just been ripped apartit's just devastating," Artletha Gojevic added. The Gojevics appealed the decision with One World Assist but the company denied that as well. Steele on Your Side contacted the company after months of it refusing to reconsider the couple's claim, and it suddenly had a change of heart. One World Assist Managing Director Mike Starko said despite being initially denied - twice - it will now pay the claim. Starko said the company stands behind its decision to deny the claim, but understands that the ordeal has been "understandably difficult" for the couple. "We don't believe the claim is actually payable, but we're doing it on compassionate grounds," he said. One World Assist says it didn't have to pay the claim because Gojevic went to more than one doctor before leaving for his trip, and required medication and a follow-up visit. Starko said the lengthy timeline of the dispute resolution factored into the company's decision to forgive the outstanding bills. "I coupled that with just the situation that they're going through right now. That's when it just became obvious to me that we needed to make this exception on a compassionate basis," he said. The couple is beyond relieved. "What a huge weight off our shoulders," Mike Gojevic said. Shortly after our interview, Gojevic's health took a turn for the worse and he was admitted into St. Paul's hospital. He remains in treatment and is waiting for lungs to become available for a transplant. His wife, a home care nurse, travels back to the Sunshine Coast twice a week to see patients.
The energy drink you consume may contain more caffeine than you know, according to new testing by Consumer Reports. Health concerns about energy drinks were heightened last week with reports of five deaths possibly linked to Monster Energy drinks. The family of one victim, a 14-yearold girl, is suing the company that produces Monster, claiming she died after drinking two 24 oz cans, each containing 240 mg of caffeine. This is the equivalent of four or more cups of coffee or bottles of caffeinated soda. The company issued a statement that it did not believe its product was in any way responsible for the death. Before the FDA story broke, Consumer Reports asked Monster why it didn't list caffeine levels. A representative replied, "because there is no legal or commercial business requirement to do so, and because our products are completely safe, and the actual numbers are not meaningful to most consumers." Caffeine is a key ingredient in nearly every energy drink on the market, but it can be hard to tell how much they contain. Consumer Reports has just conducted lab tests on dozens of topselling drinks. Everyone from Tim Tebow from 50 Cent and even Joan Rivers are advertising them. With their Facebook pages and internet video campaigns, manufacturers specifically target young people. But Consumer Reports says you have to be careful how much caffeine you drink. "It can quicken your pulse, cause abnormal heart rhythms, keep you from sleeping well and elevate your blood pressure," said Gayle Williams. Consumer Reports analyzed the caffeine content of 27 top-selling energy drinks, testing three samples each. Although some list the amount of caffeine on the package, they're not required to.
Some Energy Drinks Have More Caffeine Than Listed
Consumer Reports found the numbers can be way off. "Some of the energy drinks underestimated the amount of caffeine listed on the label by 20 per cent or more," Williams said. So how much caffeine do energy drinks contain? In Consumer Reports' tests, it varied widely. For example, FRS Healthy Energy averaged 17 milligrams per container. Red Bull and Street Kings Energy around 80; 5-Hour Energy had 215 milligrams and 5-Hour Energy Extra Strength had 242. Most healthy adults can consume up to 400 milligrams of caffeine a day. "So for many people, an occasional energy drink is probably OK," Williams said. Or you can drink regular coffee. An eight-ounce cup contains roughly 100 milligrams of caffeine. Consumer and scientific groups have urged the food and drug administration to require companies to disclose caffeine levels, but the agency says it lacks the authority to do so. Many energy drinks do carry warnings that they are not for children, women who are pregnant or nursing women, or people sensitive to caffeine. Other research suggests that more than 13,000 people a year visit U.S. emergency rooms because of symptoms associated with these drinks, and thousands more call regional poison control centers. Health Canada used to classify energy drinks as natural health products because certain brands made health claims abut how they could restore alertness. That changed last fall, when the agency announced new regulations which will force manufacturers to say what's in those energy drinks, including the very high caffeine content. Health Canada has given the energy drink makers a transitional period to get up to speed. Labels should be present on all drinks by late 2013.
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The province has introduced new legislation to protect public servants and employees of boards, agencies and commission from losing their jobs or facing bullying at work for reporting government misconduct. The Public Interest Disclosure Act will cover employees of the Alberta public service, school boards, health organizations and academic institutions and provincial agencies, boards and commissions. An independent agency called the Office of the Public Interest Disclosure Commissioner will be created to accept and investigate complaints from employees. The act also levies fines for anyone who impedes an investigation. "This is a historic milestone on our road to changing the way government does business," said Service Alberta Minister Manmeet Bhullar.
Whistleblower Laws Extend Beyond Alberta Public Service
Bhullar says that the law protects those who "speak up against the abuse of taxpayer dollars, threats to public health and safety and the environment and allows for the ethical disclosure of information from anyone." In 2002, Calgary Liberal MLA David Swann was fired as the medical officer of health for the Palliser Health Region after speaking in favour of the Kyoto Protocol. Swann said that in its present form, the new legislation would not have prevented him from losing his job. "It only applies to employees," Swann said. "I was a contracted physician for the Palliser Health Region. I think it needs to be broadened if we're really serious about trying to protect everybody." The new law is expected to take effect next June.
Service Alberta Minister Manmeet Bhullar said the whistleblower legislation changes how the government does business
Police In Abbotsford Giving Out Free Steering Wheel Locks

Free devices for owners of most-stolen cars You can get a free anti-theft device if you drive one of the top five most stolen cars in Abbotsford, as police try to improve its reduction in car thefts. Constable Ian MacDonald says they've cut auto thefts by 44 per cent in the last year, "specifically, of owners of pre-2001 Honda products and owners of Dodge pickups, Dodge Caravans and Ford Pickups." "We think that we can drive those numbers down and frustrate even more auto thieves," he adds. "We're going to be giving away some steering wheel locks... for free to owners of any of those types of vehicles who are Abbotsford-registered owners," explains MacDonald. You can get the device at Seven Oaks Mall Friday(10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.) or Saturday (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.), or by going to the Community Policing Office on Marshall Road this week.
It was a sleepless night for a whole section of western North America watching and waiting for a tsunami threat to pass after a powerful earthquake rocked the northern tip of Vancouver Island. The 7.7 magnitude earthquake hit about 30 kilometers north of Sandspit, B.C., just a few minutes past 8 p.m. local time, sending tremors up Haida Gwaii and down as far as Metro Vancouver. There were about half a dozen aftershocks. Officials said it was the strongest earthquake to hit Canada in more than half a century. Neil Goodwin, a 35-year-old fishing lodge manager from Sandspit, B.C., was in his living room when the rumbling started. It was the kind of shaking that if you werent holding onto something youd be on the floor, Goodwin said. It wasnt very violent for probably the first ten seconds and then it really amped up. As the power cut out, Goodwin used the flashlight on his cellphone to find his two dogs and escape his house. He didnt have time to assess the damage or find his cat. I was just trying to get out as fast as possible, he said. Were all just waiting for the next aftershock. Goodwin drove to one of two hills designated as safety point in tsunami drills where he stood with his neighbours and watched the waves grow in size and strength. Within ten minutes pretty much 90 per cent of everyone in town was in one of the two points. In Queen Charlotte, Canadian Coast Guard Malcolm Dunderdale spent a sleepless night in darkness after the power cut off within seconds of the shaking. Gathering cell phone, mobile radios and general tsunami kits, plus blankets and pillows, Dunderdale said after the quake, which played out for what felt like as long as 30 to 45 seconds, there was nothing to do but wait. Its pretty dark out there right now, said Dunderdale about an hour after the earthquake first struck. Were all just playing it cool and waiting to see if it gets worse.
Tsunami Warning Lifted In B.C. Following Powerful Earthquake
The first tsunami was to reach the west coast at Langara Island about one and a half hours after the earthquake first struck at 9:16 p.m. But the waves caused no damage. While the northern tip of B.C.s coastline remained on tsunami advisory for more than seven more hours after the earthquake, the fear of tsunami shifted to Hawaii. Emergency sirens across Hawaii alerted residents of the oncoming tsunami. A tsunami has been generated that could cause damage along coastlines of all islands in the state of Hawaii. Urgent action should be taken to protect lives and property, the Pacific Tsunami Warning Centre said. Carla Morris, a stay-at-home mom in Kauai, Hawaii, first heard the emergency siren as she drove home from church. It continued for hours. As we passed by the WalMart and gas station, theyre filled with people headed to higher ground, Morris, 38, told the reporter in a telephone interview. Theyre just so scared. Members of Morriss church helped evacuate seniors who live near the beach. Were just praying for everyone to be safe. We dont want to see any destruction and most importantly you dont want to see any lives lost, she said. Highways and streets were clogged as residents living along the coast were ordered to seek higher ground. Honolulu Police ordered drivers to abandon their vehicles around 10 p.m. HST and begin walking to higher elevation. Hawaii Governor Neil Abercrombie issued an emergency proclamation about half an hour later giving emergency personnel authority to shut off water and gas mains and force evacuations. The tsunami warning was lifted around 3 a.m. for B.C., Oregon, Alaska from the West Coast/Alaska Tsunami Warning Center, but an advisory remained in place for California suggesting residents move out of the waters, off beaches and out of harbours and marinas.
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Growth Disorders

Does your child seem much shorter or much taller - than other kids his or her age? It could be normal, or it could be a sign of a problem. Very slow or very fast growth can sometimes signal a gland problem or disease. The pituitary gland makes growth hormone, which stimulates the growth of bone and other tissues. Children who have too little of it may be very short. Treatment with growth hormone can stimulate growth. People can also have too much growth hormone. Usually the cause is a pituitary gland tumor, which is not cancer. Too much growth hormone can cause gigantism in children, where their bones and their body grow too much. In adults, it can cause acromegaly, which makes the hands, feet and face larger than normal. Possible treatments include surgery to remove the tumor, medicines and radiation therapy. Acromegaly Acromegaly is a long-term condition in which there is too much growth hormone and the body tissues get larger over time. Causes Acromegaly occurs in about 6 of every 100,000 adults. It is caused by abnormal production of growth hormone after the skeleton and other organs finish growing. Excessive production of growth hormone in children causes gigantism rather than acromegaly. The cause of the increased growth hormone release is usually a noncancerous (benign) tumor of the pituitary gland. The pituitary gland, which is located just below the brain, controls the production and release of several different hormones, including growth hormone. Symptoms Body odor Carpal tunnel syndrome Decreased muscle strength (weakness) Easy fatigue Excessive height (when excess growth hormone production begins in childhood) Excessive sweating Headache Hoarseness Joint pain Large bones of the face Large feet
Large hands Large glands in the skin (sebaceous glands) Large jaw (prognathism) and tongue Limited joint movement Sleep apnea Swelling of the bony areas around a joint Thickening of the skin, skin tags Widely spaced teeth Widened fingers or toes due to too much skin growth, with swelling, redness, and pain Other symptoms that may occur with this disease: Excess hair growth in females Weight gain (unintentional) Exams and Tests High growth hormone level High insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1) level Spine x-ray shows abnormal bone growth Pituitary MRI may show a pituitary tumor Echocardiogram may show an enlarged heart, leaky mitral valve, or leaky aortic valve This disease may also change the results of the following tests: Fasting plasma glucose Glucose tolerance test Treatment Surgery to remove the pituitary tumor that is causing this condition usually corrects the abnormal growth hormone release in most patients. Sometimes the tumor is too large to remove completely. People who do not respond to surgery will have radiation of the pituitary gland. However, the reduction in growth hormone levels after radiation is very slow. The following medications may be used to treat acromegaly: Octreotide (Sandostatin) or bromocriptine (Parlodel) may control growth hormone release in some people. Pegvisomant (Somavert) directly blocks the effects of growth hormone, and has been shown to improve symptoms of acromegaly. These medications may be used before surgery, after surgery, or when surgery is not possible. After treatment, you will need to see your health care provider regularly to make sure that the pituitary gland is working normally. Yearly evaluations are recommended. Outlook (Prognosis) Pituitary surgery is successful in most patients, depending on the size of the tumor and the experience of the surgeon. Without treatment the symptoms will get worse, and the risk of high blood pressure, diabetes (high blood sugar), and cardiovascular disease increases. Continued Next Week
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Full-body scanners used at airports can damage the insulin pump or continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) device used by diabetics, caution experts. The risk to these sensitive devices posed by scanners and the low-pressure conditions on airplanes were the focus of a report published in the journal Diabetes Technology and Therapeutics. Authors Andrew Cornish and H. Peter Chase of University of Colorado, Denver, caution that the motor of an insulin delivery pump or glucose
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Cardamom Nutrition Facts

Cardamom is a seed pod, known for blood pressure. Copper is required in its culinary and medicinal properties. the production of red blood cells. The spice is native to evergreen rain Additionally, it is also an excellent forest of southern India and now source of iron and manganese. 100 grown in only few tropical countries. g pods contain 13.97 mg or 175% of Botanically, it belongs to the family of daily-required levels of iron. Iron is "Zingiberaceae" and consists of two required for red blood cell formation genera; Elettaria and Amomum. and cellular metabolism. Manganese is Generally, the plant grows up to 4 a co-factor for the enzyme, superoxide meters in length in thick clumps and dismutase, which is a very powerful starts bearing prized seed pods after free radical scavenger. about two years of plantation. Each Further, these aromatic pods are rich pod measures about 1-2 cm in length. in many vital vitamins, including Both the above-named cardamom riboflavin, niacin, vitamin-C that is varieties feature three-sided pods with essential for optimum health. a thin papery outer cover and tiny Selection and storage black seeds that are arranged in vertical Fresh cardamom pods as well as its rows. Elettaria pods are small and light powders are available in the market green, while amomum pods are larger year around. Both varieties of pods are and dark brown. The pods are being readily sold in the markets. "Elettaria" used as flavoring base in both food and pods are small and light green, while drink, in cooking recipes and as well as 'Amomum" pods are larger and dark in medicine. brown. Fresh pods feature heavy and Black cardamom (Amomum give sweet aroma when scratched with subulatum) also known as Nepal the finger tips. Avoid pods that appear cardamom is relatively big sized pod light and that are stained or spots, of same Zingiberaceae family. The which may feature mold. pod has dark brown rough outer coat, Medicinal use measure about 2-4 cm in length and The therapeutic properties of cardamom 1-2 cm in diameter. The pods have oil have found application in many camphor-like intense flavor commonly traditional medicines as antiseptic and used in spicy stews in sub Himalayan local anesthetic, antioxidant in addition plains of India, Pakistan, Nepal as well to health promoting and disease as in China. preventing roles. Health benefits of cardamom Culinary uses This exotic spice contains many In general, cardamom seeds are soughtplants derived chemical compounds after in sweet and dessert preparations. that are known to have been anti- The pod is split open to expose oxidant, disease preventing and health underlying seeds using either fingers or promoting properties. small knife. The seeds are then crushed The spicy pods contain many essential using a hand mill just before their use volatile oils that include pinene, in cooking. However, whole pods are sabinene, myrcene, phellandrene, preferred in savory dishes, which give limonene, 1, 8-cineole, terpinene, a further punch to the recipe since p-cymene, terpinolene, linalool, linalyl their peel contains certain amounts of acetate, terpinen-4-oil, a-terpineol, valuable essential oils. a-terpineol acetate, citronellol, nerol, Here are some preparation tips: geraniol, methyl eugenol, and trans- This delicate spice is being used as nerolidol. flavoring agent in both food and drinks. The therapeutic properties of The pods have been in use in the cardamom-oil have found application preparation of sweet dishes in in many traditional medicines as many Asian countries. Elaichi-pista antiseptic, antispasmodic, carminative, (cardamom and pistachio) kulfi is digestive, diuretic, expectorant, famous summer dessert in India, stimulant, stomachic and tonic. Pakistan, and Iran. Elaichi kheer is Cardamom is a good source of another popular rice pudding with minerals like potassium, calcium, and added pistachio, and raisins in these magnesium. 100 g pods conatin 1119 regions. mg of this electrolyte. Potassium is an It is used as a flavoring base in the important component of cell and body preparation of tea, coffee, and cold To Get The Best Value For Your fluids that helps control heart rate and drinks. Dollar
monitoring device may experience electromagnetic malfunctioning when passed through an airport security scanner. However, little research has been published on the potential impact of that exposure, according to a Colorado statement. People with diabetes can present a travel letter obtained from their physicians to avoid possible damage caused by exposure to imaging equipment in airports, suggest researchers.
Chewing betel quid or paan exposes half a billion people to substances that act as direct carcinogens in the mouth, scientists have revealed. Mu-Rong Chao and Chiung-Wen Hu explained that betel quid (BQ) consists of nuts from the arcea tree, sometimes combined with spices, such as cardamom or saffron, and other ingredients. Available in commercial forms, BQ is popular among people in China, India and other Asian countries, and people of Asian heritage living in the U.S. and other countries. Scientists have known for decades that chewing BQ can lead to oral cancer, and showed recently that the substances in BQ could be changed into carcinogens
Chewing Paan Can Cause Oral Cancer
in the body. The researchers explored whether there were any substances in the arcea nut that can cause cancer directly, without any need for the body to change or "activate" them. They discovered that compounds in the arcea nut can "alkylate" the genetic material DNA, causing changes that increase the risk of cancer, and they are present in betel quid in amounts high enough to do so. "Our study showed that these alkylating agents are present at levels sufficient to cause DNA damage and could potentially have adverse implications to human health, particularly in the case of the development of oral cancer for BQ chewers," they said.
Eating More Legumes May Help Lower Heart Disease Risk In Diabetics
Eating more legumes - such as beans, chickpeas or lentils - appears to improve blood sugar control and reduce estimated coronary heart disease (CHD) risk in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM), according to a new study. David J.A. Jenkins, M.D., of the University of Toronto and St. Michael's Hospital, Toronto, Canada, and colleagues conducted a randomized controlled trial of 121 patients with type 2 DM to test the effect of eating more legumes on glycemic control, serum (blood) lipid levels and blood pressure (BP). Patients were randomized to either a low-GI legume diet that encouraged patients to increase eating legumes by at least one cup a day or to increase insoluble fiber by eating whole wheat products for three months. "People with diabetes did better in terms of blood sugar control on the bean diet versus a diet without beans, which was otherwise extremely healthy," says researcher David J.A. Jenkins, MD, PhD, DSc, professor of medicine and nutrition at the University of Toronto and St. Michael's Hospital in Toronto. The bean diet lowered the predicted risk of heart disease more, too, Jenkins says. And it did so in a way that surprised him, he says. "It reduced heart disease risk predominantly because of its effect on blood pressure," he said. "In conclusion, legume consumption of approximately 190 g per day (1 cup) seems to contribute usefully to a lowGI diet and reduce CHD risk through a reduction in BP," the authors note.

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Young men who eat more than three slices of cheese a day may be risking their chances of becoming fathers, a new study has revealed. Even small amounts of full-fat dairy food have been shown to dramatically impair their fertility. Harvard academics have discovered that men who eat just three portions a day had poorer quality sperm compared to others, as reported. A portion included an ounce of cheese (28g), a teaspoon of cream, a scoop of ice cream or glass of full-fat milk. The researchers believe that female hormones that occur naturally in milk may be interfering with men's ability to reproduce. Until recently, experts have been far more concerned with how women's diets are affecting their chanced of having children. But there is increasing evidence that men's lifestyles - and crucially what they eat - may be just as important.
Men Who Eat Cheese May Damage Chances Of Becoming Fathers
Scientist from the Harvard School of Public Health in Boston, the US, compared the diets of 189 men aged 19 to 25. None were overweight - they were all very fit and did at least one and a half hour's exercise a week. They had each filled in a questionnaire answering how often they ate dairy products, fruit, meat and other types of food during a typical week. The researchers also looked at their sperm, including how fast it traveled and its shape. They found that the sperm of men who ate more than three portions of full-fat dairy food a day was 25 percent poorer quality than those who had less. Myriam Afeiche, who led the study, explained that the female hormone estrogen in milk that had come from the cow may be affecting men's fertility. It may also be impaired by pesticides which find their way in to dairy products, she added.
Magazines in the waiting room can provide a welcome distraction before facing the dentist, but they could do more harm than good by spreading germs, infection experts have claimed. Experts insist that magazines should be thrown out or recycled after just a week and not left out to be leafed through by patients for a very long time The advice was handed out to Monica Symes, a dentist in Lyme Regis, Dorset, by an NHS infection control worker. The 65-year-old was also warned that ignoring it could lead to her failing an inspection by the Care Quality Commission. "I can't believe the magazines would pose any risk to patients," the media quoted Symes as saying. Symes, who has been practising since the past 30 years, has some magazines dating back to 2004. "Generally we try to keep up-to-date but plenty of old magazines are quite interesting," she said. The adviser, from Dorset Primary Care
Old Magazines At Dentist's Clinic 'May Spread Germs'
Trust, also warned Symes that Blu-tack on posters in her waiting room posed a health risk if re-used. The General Dental Council said it was heavy-handed to wage war on magazines. "Providing magazines in waiting rooms for patients are a good way of helping them relax and can ease the concerns of anxious individuals," Dr John Milne, chairman of the organisation's general practice committee, said. He added that posters are used to give advice on oral health or provide information about the surgery and its services. The Care Quality Commission stressed that it has not banned magazines from waiting rooms, or set any rules about Blu-Tack. "The only time these things would be an issue would be if they were used in such a way as to compromise someone using the service - and it's pretty hard to see what these circumstances might be," a spokesman said.
Stroke is a medical emergency. Recognizing and responding immediately to the signs of stroke by calling 9-1-1 or your local emergency number can significantly improve survival and recovery. If a person is diagnosed with a stroke caused by a blood clot, doctors can administer a clot-busting drug available only at a hospital, and only within a few crucial hours after symptoms begin.
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Thats why it is very important to be able to recognize the 5 warning signs of stroke and immediately call 9-1-1 or your local emergency number. Stroke can be treated. That's why it is so important to recognize and respond to the warning signs. If you experience any of these symptoms, call 9-1-1 or your local emergency number immediately.
Eating a well-done steak or hamburger could put you at a greater risk of heart disease, experts have warned. They have found that searing red meat activates harmful chemicals associated with cardiovascular disease, as reported. Professor Karen ChapmanNovakofski, of the University of Illinois and colleagues has concluded that foods cooked at very high temperatures produce end products
Well-Done Steaks 'Raise Heart Disease Risks'
Eat Fruits And Vegetables To Stay Happy
linked to heart disease. These byproducts "tend to end up on other tissues in the body, causing longterm damage," Chapman-Novakofski said. The study found a stronger link to heart disease from the by-products in cooking than the harmful saturated fat in food. Diabetes sufferers at risk of heart disease are warned to avoid cooking methods that leave a crust on meat.
Eating at least eight portions of fruits and vegetables every day will keep you more cheerful and optimistic about the future, scientists say. The researchers analysed surveys involving 80,000 Britons, which included questions on their diet and general feelings, according to the reporter. Each person was given a score between 0 and 10 based on their satisfaction with life. The study found that those who ate around eight portions of fruit and vegetables a day had an average score that was one point higher than people who did not eat any. The link remained even when peoples exercise levels and overall diet - both of which can influence mood - were
accounted for. Although it is not known exactly how fruit and vegetables improve wellbeing, they contain chemicals known as antioxidants, which are thought to reduce stress levels. Recently studies have found that children who eat more fruit and vegetables are less at risk of depression in later life. Andrew Oswald, of the Warwick Universitys Department of Economics, who conducted the research, said: This study has shown surprising results. We know that fruit and vegetables carry a lot of antioxidants and those protect us against attacks on the body. But how that works through into our minds and emotions, researchers have no idea.
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The trend of male playback singing has changed quite significantly over the years. Gone are the days when singers were known as the voices of actors on screen. Kishore Kumar for Rajesh Khanna and Dev Anand, Mukesh for Raj Kapoor, Mohd Rafi for Shammi Kapoor, Dharmendra and so on. It was history when every second Bollywood popular song was sung by either Kumar Sanu or Udit Narayan. With the evolution of internet, the music industry was adversely impacted as the demand for music cassettes or CDs declined drastically. As a result, music directors are trying out new voices today with huge success. The long race horse is very difficult to determine but there are quite a few who have managed to grab the attention of avid listeners. Quality masters Sonu Nigam and Shaan have understandably become selective about their work. Also we get to hear voices of multi-talented guys like A.R. Rahman, Himesh Reshammiya, Farhan Akhtar, Vishal Dadlani, Adnan Sami, Lucky Ali, Daler Mehandi, Wajid and Shankar Mahadevan mostly in their own albums (movies) only. Atif Aslam, Benny Dayal, Kunal Ganjawala, Shahid Mallya, Shafqat Amanat Ali and Ash King have also been impressive in their outings and have shown a lot of promise. Here is a list of the Top 5 singers who are worthy contenders for the most popular male playback voice today:
Top Male Singers In Bollywood

2. Rahat Fateh Ali Khan: 4. K K:
Trained by his legendary uncle, Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, Rahat debuted with a masterpiece Laagi tumse mann ki lagan from the movie Paap. There was no looking back since, as he has sung a number of unbelievably sweet renditions over the last few years. Some favorites are Main Jahaan Rahoon, Jiya Dhadak Dhadak, Jag Soona Soona Laage, Bol Na Halke Halke, Teri Ore, Tere Mast Mast Do Nain, Surili Akhiyon Wale, Teri Meri Prem Kahani and the list goes on. The songs have been loved, acclaimed and appreciated by one and all. He is, arguably, the most popular and loved voice of the generation. Hope to see a lot more of Rahat Fateh Ali Khan in the near future.
KK has got arguably the most versatile voice amongst all the singers of this age. Just imagine, the voice of most recent Laapata from Ek Tha Tiger is the same voice which we heard almost 13 years ago in Tadap Tadap from Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam. He has given his silken touch to many classic and popular numbers like Sach Keh Raha hai Deewana, Tu Aashiqui hai, Its the time to disco, Bas Ek Pal, Kya Mujhe Pyaar Hai, Alvida, Aankhon mein teri ajab si, Khuda Jaane, Dil Ibadat, Tu Hi Meri Shab Hai, Zindagi Do Pal Ki and many more. The freshness of the voice has remained the same during all these years. Commendable!
Megastar Amitabh Bachchan has won the best television host award for the popular game show Kaun Banega Crorepati. "How did it happen? It's the People's Choice Award by Colors channel for the best television host for KBC. Thank you all, who voted for me," tweeted Amitabh. First aired in 2000, KBC hosted by Amitabh marked his maiden appearance on Indian television. The sixth season is currently on air on Sony. Big B has hosted five seasons, except for the third one, which saw actor Shah Rukh Khan playing host. The 70-year-old has previously won the Indian Telly Awards, BIG Television Awards, The Global Indian Film and TV Honours among others.
Amitabh Bachchan Gets Best TV Host Award For KBC
3. Mohit Chauhan:
5. Neeraj Shridhar:
1. Mika Singh:
With his unique, entertaining and energetic voice, Mika has belted out many chartbusters in Bollywood movies. His listeners are always dancing to his tracks irrespective of their age and nationality. Amongst a wide catalog of smash hits, the prominent ones remain Singh Is King , Mauja Hi Mauja, Ibn-e-Batuta, Dhanno, Dhin Chika, Desi Beat, Subah Hone Na De Pungi , Ganpat, Oye Lucky Lucky Oye, Dil Mein Baji Guitaar, Jugni, Boom Boom , Tu Mera Hero, Ban Gaya Kutta and the recent hit Chinta ta Chita Chita. His success has made him one of the most sought after singers today.
Mohit Chauhan created waves in the Indipop music with Dooba Dooba of Silk Route band way back in 1998. It took him 9 years to wait for his mainstream Bollywood success with Tum Se Hi from Jab We Met. Since then his unique dard bhari aawaaz has been heard in many famous romantic ballads. His chartbuster songs are Massakali, Pee Loon, Tujhe Bhula Diya, Kahin Na laage mann, Ye Dooriyan, Tune Jo Na kaha, Pehli Baar Mohabbat Ki hai, Phir Se Ud Chala, Sadda Haq and the most recent Saiyaara. The magic is expected to continue as he has some very exciting projects in the pipeline.
He is the lead vocalist of the rock group Bombay Vikings and became an household name with remix hits like Kya Soorat Hai, Woh Chali and Chod Do Aanchal. The super success of Hare Rama Hare Krishna from the movie Bhool Bhulaiyaa in 2007 made him one of the hottest male playback singers in the industry. Since then he has given many hit dance numbers most of them composed by Pritam Chakraborty. His superhit numbers include Race Saanson ki, Love Mera Hit Hit, Aai Paapi, Soniyo, Chor Bazaari, Aahun Aahun, Twist, Character Dheela, Pappa Jag Jaayega, Pappa to Band Bajaye, Jhak Maar ke, Prem Ki Naiyya and the most recent Tumhi Ho Bandhu from Cocktail.
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1. Hrithik Roshan
Bollywoods Top 5 Actors With Best Bodies!
Often referred to as the Tiger of Bollywood, Salman Khan started the trend of body building and showcasing a perfect body in his films. When actors were happy with their pot bellies, Salman just had to remove his shirt and they would fell threatened. Sallu also gives the newcomers a few tips on how to have an awesome physique.
4. Shahid Kapoor
If anyone can be looked up to as the Greek God of Bollywood, it definitely will be Hrithik Roshan. When he removes his shirt on screen the audience start whistling and clapping. Were sure that he has the best body in Bollywood, and when you see him in his upcoming flick Krissh 3, you will know that a super hero has never looked sexier.
Yash Chopra last film, Jab Tak Hai Jaan will have a grand premiere. Yash Chopra had in his mind a grand premiere of his last film bust as he passed away early, his dream remain unfulfilled. But his wife Pamela Chopra has planned a grand premiere for the film. Yashji has shared his thought about the premiere with his wife Pamela Chopra. As a tribute to Yash Chopra and to fulfill his wish, Pamela Chopra is planning a grand premiere for his last film. She has asked her two sons, Aditya Chopra and Uday Chopra to make all the arrangements. "I want to give my husband an unforgettable farewell. Accordingly, we have decided to have a grand premiere for his ultimate film,
Yash Chopras Wife Pamela Plans A Grand Premiere For Jab Tak Hai Jaan
Jab Tak Hain Jaan exactly the way he wanted it. This is a fitting tribute to a man who would have had it no other way. I have asked my sons Aditya and Uday to go ahead with all the preparations. This premiere is our way of celebrating his illustrious life, rather than mourning it", said Pam Chopra. The premiere will be held on November 12th and things are being choked out. Jab Tak Hai Jaan stars Shah Rukh Khan, Katrina Kaif and Anushka Sharma in the lead. Well, we wont see Yash Chopra directing again but his commendable work will immortalize him and his fond memories forever.
2. John Abraham
Shahid is one of the fit actors in Bollywood. He showed off his chiseled torso in movies like Kaminey and Chance Pe Dance. According to him the best way to acquire a good physique is to follow a strict diet and a heavy workout everyday.
The Actor Is Angry That His Steamy Scenes Have Been Edited Out! No actor likes seeing his role snipped This upset Arjun who couldnt
and unfortunately, Arjun Rampal was pretty upset when he saw the first print of his Prakash Jha starrer Chakravyuh. Arjun was shocked to notice that his love-making sequence with Esha Gupta was scrapped. The same scene that the director insisted on shooting was nowhere to be seen as suddenly Jha apparently had a change of heart! Not too pleased with what he saw, Arjun apparently got into a heated argument with the filmmaker over this issue is what sources reveal. Arjun always had reservations about shooting steamy scenes but Prakash Jha who always uses a certain format of on screen intimacy in his films suddenly felt the need to bring in a passionate scene between Arjun and Eshas characters. Convinced with the directors vision, both stars agreed. The scene took around three whole days to shoot and it was quite a task to make it look as authentic as possible. It was expected that this scene would be there in the film keeping in mind that Prakash believed it would fit and bring in a tender interlude in the story. But while sitting at the editing table, the scene didnt fit at all. He had to resort to snipping it out from the film. understand why Prakash shot it in the first place when he knew that it wouldnt work for his genre of films, reveals the source. Well now Arjun has to just accept it and move on!
5. Ranveer Singh
John Abraham has been given the title of the sexiest man, and well this model turned actor definitely deserves the title. His long workouts ensure that whenever his shirt comes off, his fans who think of him as Eye candy arent disappointed.
3. Salman Khan
He definitely is a newcomer on the block, but his body can certainly be rated as one of the best. We were shocked to see Ranveers perfect 8 pack in Ladies vs Ricky Behl. Since then directors are making sure that his shirt comes off in every movie of his as it grabs a lot of eye balls. According to you, who has the hottest physique?
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Sridevi and Tusshar Kapoor, who had some thanda vibes between them because Sri had run down Himmatwala, a film that she had done with Jeetendra in the 80s, recently bumped into each other at a theatre where they had gone to see one of the latest releases. An onlooker says, "At first, both looked
Sri And Tusshar Patch Up In A Cinema Foyer
awkward because they were coming face to face after that incident where Tusshar took on Sri. However, Tusshar was the first to step forward and compliment her for her latest film English Vinglish. Sri thanked him for the compliment, smiled in reciprocation and then moved on towards where her family was."
King Of Comedy, Jaspal Bhatti Leaves Everyone In Tears
Megastar Amitabh Bachchan will soon be seen quizzing actors Sonakshi Sinha and Ajay Devgan on his 'Kaun Banega Crorepati 6' game show and the two will donate the winning amount to Salman Khan's charitable organisation Being Human. Ajay and Sonakshi will come to promote their forthcoming movie 'Son Of Sardaar' (SOS) on the sets of the game show. Directed by Ashwni Dhir, 'Son Of
Ajay Devgan, Sonakshi Sinha Play For Salman Khan's 'Being Human'
Sardaar' will release Nov 13. Big B wrote about the special episode on his blog. "And as you can see had the lead pair of 'Son of Sardar' their latest film on release - Ajay Devgan and Sonakshi Sinha, who came over to play for Salman Khans charity Being Human at KBC and Sonakshi teaching us a few elementary dance moves from the film...," he said in his message. The show will be aired Nov 18.
Jaspal Bhatti, actor and comedian who touched so many hearts with his humorous take on social ills and highlighted problems of common man, died in a road accident October 25th. His car rammed into a roadside tree in the wee hours last Thursday. The actor was rushed to a hospital and was declared dead on arrival, by the doctors. Jaspal Bhatti is survived by his wife Savita, son Jasraj Bhatti, and daughter, Raabiya Bhatti. The 57-year-old actor was going to Jalandhar to promote his film Power Cut. Reportedly, Bhattis son Jasraj
Jaspal Bhatti
was driving. The films actress Surilie Gautam was in the car too. Both Surilie Gautam and Jasraj were injured. Power Cut, was slated to release last Friday. Talking about Bhattis work, Flop Show, a low-budget comedy program, in the early 90s, brought Jaspal Bhatti to fame. After that, the much loved actor worked in a number of shows and also made movies in Punjabi. Bhatti is perhaps the most famous Sikh comedian, who acted in several Bollywood films, too.
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Lonely work indeed is the game of assassination. Looper, a sharp and fresh science fiction charmer, is still reeling folks in at the venerable 5th Avenue Theatres. Dark and moody sets the stage for a lone gunner who winds up in the ultimate fix. Hot actor Joseph GordonLevitt continues to impress as Joe, a nice guy turned killer. Dont let the youthful looks fool you. Our Joe is a master trigger man who dresses to impress. Cold and cunning Joe lives a lavish lifestyle. Part of the mob element Joe takes his orders from a low life loser played deliciously by Jeff Daniels (Speed). Director/writer Rian Johnson provides us with a great storyline as Joe is part of the loopers, assassins who work for the mob. Set in the future, people targeted for death are brought back in time to, well, get killed. In Joes case he learns of his own fate so he must design a way to save himself. Unlike most conventional chase stories for 119 minutes were left in disarray as we to keep track of Joes plans. Soulful actor Bruce Willis (Die Hard) returns to active duty as the olderthough not necessarily wiser version of Joe. How these two react to each other provides lots of energy in this violence laced film thats engaging from start to finish. With a dark mood and convincing actors you actually buy into this entire story making the film a pleasant offbeat diversion.\
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A Fan Waits 27 Years To Meet Amitabh Bachchan
Amitabh Bachchan was overwhelmed to such acts of love... so humbled and after meeting a fan from eastern European stumped for words...!!" he added. nation Moldova, who waited 27 years to Moldova is a landlocked nation located meet the Hindi movie megastar. between Romania and Ukraine. "Vera from Moldova waited for 27 Talking about another crazy fan, Big B years to meet me... finally did today wrote: "Another Russian girl became a (last Thursday) with 27 roses and a drug dealer to earn money to travel to host of gifts... persistence never fails," see me in India... got caught and is in Amitabh tweeted Thursday. jail... aahh! Painful." The 70-year-old says he's at loss of "I had sent her a video message through words to see the love and affection that a TV crew not to have done this... had people show for him. she expressed it to me could have "I never have sufficient verbs to respond foundYour Dollar added. To Get The Best Value For a way," he
Well known Bollywood celebrities attended the Peoples Choice Awards function held in Mumbai on October 28th. This is a very popular award where winners will be decided purely by the people and not by any jury. The top favorites of the people will be awarded not from only film world but also popular stars of small screen will be felicitated. From the telly world, stars like Ram Kapoor, Sakshi Tanwar, Dilip Joshi, Anup Soni and Vijender Singh were spotted. Yogeshwar Dutt, Gagan Narang and Sushil Kumar were honored by Katrina Kaif. Priyanka Chopra paid a tribute to late filmmaker Yash Chopra. She performed to a medley of songs from Yash Chopra's blockbuster and said after her act, "Yashji will never say action or cut to me but at least I could
Stars Dazzle At People's Choice Awards 2012
pay shraddhanjali to him..." Though Saif Ali Khan failed to turn, his begum and Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor performed for the first time post wedding. Ranbir Kapoor attended the event and he looked handsome in brown jacket. Kareena wore a white one shoulder gown. Amitabh Bachchan too graced the occasion. Bhagyashree, television personality Mini Mathur, veteran actress Hema Malini, Sameera Reddy, Madhuri with her husband Dr Sriram Nene were also present. Television queen Ekta Kapoor, Prabhudeva, Subhash Ghai were also seen. Salman Khan was also there in a brown jacket. Katrina Kaif was spotted in white mini frock. Actor Ayushmann Khurana who floored all with his film, Vicky Donor was also present. People Choice Awards will be aired on Colors channel in November.

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Most people avoid creating a financial budget and fewer still stick to one. But it doesn't have to be painful. If you're the type of person who always you've fine-tuned it with a couple of "child care" or "health insurance." your card sometimes do come with has plenty of cash, knows exactly months of actual spending - tracking You can also create subcategories, categories attached (they aren't always where every penny goes and never has your expenditures becomes almost dividing "auto" expenses into "fuel," right, so check them). trouble paying bills, skip this chapter. automatic. "insurance" and "service." The Either way, once you've got your You're either too rich or too smart to If your boss at work were to ask you program comes with a set of categories spending tracked by category, drawing need it. for an analysis of the department's that handle most of the basics. You can up a report requires only a few clicks For the rest of us, unfortunately, spending, you'd figure it out quickly edit the list to create categories that of the mouse. Even better, such making - and sticking to - a budget is enough. Budgeting your household make better sense for your particular programs often have an automatic the essential tool for ensuring that our should be approached in the same household. budget-creation feature that scans your money gets used the way we need it to. businesslike fashion. A variety of The drawback, of course, is that spending in the past in order to estimate Even if you're in the happy situation of electronic tools can make the process entering and categorizing all of your how much you'll spend going forward. having plenty of income, the homework easier. income and outflow is a tedious chore. If your finances aren't wired, you involved in drawing up a budget can be Tracking spending and expenses You can reduce the tedium by can still get a good handle on your instructive, since you may find that you To build a realistic financial budget, judiciously selecting categories. spending the old-fashioned way. Start are spending more than you wish on start by figuring out where your Let's say you are only worried about by getting all your records together items like DVDs, electronic equipment money goes now. tracking your spending for recreation from the past 12 months, including pay or restaurant meals. There are three steps to creating a and leisure pursuits. You could create stubs, loan proceeds, withdrawal slips, Drawing up a budget is usually the only budget: categories that cover those types of canceled checks and itemized creditreality of staring your foolish spending 1) Identify how your money is currently expenses, and let everything else card statements. Then go through them habits in the face. Why do you have a being spent. accumulate under "miscellaneous and compile totals for your income luxury sound system if neither you nor 2) Evaluate that spending to see if revenue" or "miscellaneous expense." and expenses in a set of categories that your spouse listens to it? In fact, one it meets the financial priorities you The problem with that approach is makes sense for you. of the chief impediments to budgeting specified. that you forgo the opportunity to spot At the end of this exercise, you may still is that most people would rather not 3) Track your ongoing spending problems in other spending areas that have a sizable lump of spending that's know how they really use their money. to make sure it stays within those you may not even be aware of. undocumented - typically, the money It's bad enough to learn this kind of guidelines (or to understand how your A better solution is to track expenses you withdraw in cash and then spend information on your own. It's even budget needs to be revised). using electronic banking. That way, on day-to-day needs. If this portion of worse when a spouse or significant If you happen to use Quicken, Microsoft you can download your payments and your budget seems to be getting out other finds out, since it usually confirms Money or other such software, you're deposits directly from the bank, rather of hand, keep a journal for the next his or her worst fears - and provides new in luck. These programs generally than having to enter them by hand. four weeks in which you record every ammunition for future "discussions." make it easy to draw up a budget. The downloaded banking transactions nickel you spend. You can use those Take heart. Any spending mistakes In Quicken, for example, every time generally show up without any results to extrapolate how your cash is you're making are probably common you make a deposit, write a check, categorization - meaning you'll have being spent throughout the year. and not impossible to kick. Moreover, pay a credit card bill or dispatch an to add the categories by hand. But if Now that you've got a good picture of the bulk of budgeting's pains are at the electronic payment you are asked to you use a credit card that is issued by where your money is going, you can beginning. assign it to a particular category, such a bank that permits electronic access, proceed to evaluate which parts of that After you have a budget in place - and as "salary," "clothing," "groceries," then the downloaded charges from spending should be raised or lowered.
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Wellington New Zealand

In Mori, Wellington goes by three names. Te Whanga-nui-a-Tara refers to Wellington Harbour and means "the great harbour of Tara". Pneke is a transliteration of Port Nick, short for Port Nicholson (the city's central marae, the community supporting it and its kapa haka have the pseudo-tribal name of Ngti Pneke).[Te Upoko-o-te-Ikaa-Mui, meaning The Head of the Fish of Mui (often shortened to Te Upokoo-te-Ika), a traditional name for the southernmost part of the North Island, derives from the legend of the fishing up of the island by the demi-god Mui. Importance Wellington is New Zealand's political centre, housing Parliament, the head offices of all Government Ministries and Departments and the bulk of the foreign diplomatic missions in New Zealand. Wellington's compact city centre supports an arts scene, caf culture and nightlife much larger than many cities of a similar size. It is an important centre of New Zealand's film and theatre industry, and second to Auckland in terms of numbers of screen industry businesses. Te Papa Tongarewa (the Museum of New Zealand), the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra, the Royal New Zealand Ballet, Museum of Wellington City & Sea and the biennial New Zealand International Arts Festival are all sited there. Wellington had the 12th best quality of living in the world in 2009, a ranking holding steady from 2007, according to a 2007 study by consulting company Mercer. Of cities with English as the primary language, Wellington ranked fourth in 2007. Of cities in the Asia Pacific region, Wellington ranked third (2009) behind Auckland and Sydney, Australia. Wellington became much more affordable, in terms of cost of living relative to cities worldwide, with its ranking moving from 93rd (more expensive) to 139th (less expensive) in 2009, probably as a result of currency fluctuations during the global economic downturn from March 2008 to March 2009. "Foreigners get more bang for their buck in Wellington, which is among the cheapest cities in the world to live", according to a 2009 article, which reported that currency fluctuations make New Zealand cities affordable for multi-national firms to do business, and elaborated that "New Zealand cities were now more affordable for expatriates and were competitive places for overseas companies to develop business links and send employees". Lonely Planet named Wellington 'the coolest little capital in the world' in its 'Best In Travel 2011' guide book. Settlement Legends recount that Kupe discovered and explored the district in about the tenth century. European settlement began with the arrival of an advance party of the New Zealand Company on the ship Tory, on 20 September 1839, followed by 150 settlers on the Aurora on 22 January 1840. The settlers constructed their first homes at Petone (which they called Britannia for a time) on the flat area at the mouth of the Hutt River. When that proved swampy and flood-prone they transplanted the plans, which had been drawn without regard for the hilly terrain. New Zealand's capital In 1865, Wellington became the capital city of New Zealand, replacing Auckland, where William Hobson had placed the capital in 1841. The Parliament of New Zealand had first met in Wellington on 7 July 1862, on a temporary basis, but Wellington did not become the official capital city for three more years. In November 1863, the Prime Minister of New Zealand, Alfred Domett, places a resolution before Parliament (meeting in Auckland) that "... it has become necessary that the seat of government ... should be transferred to some suitable locality in Cook Strait [region]." Apparently, there had been some concerns that the more highly populated South Island (where the goldfields were located) would choose to form a separate colony in the British Empire. Several Commissioners invited from Australia (chosen for their neutral status to help resolve the question) declared that Wellington was a suitable location because of its central location in New Zealand and good harbour. Parliament officially met in Wellington for the first time on 26 July 1865. At that time, the population of Wellington was just 4,900. As the national capital, Wellington is the location of the highest court of New Zealand, the Supreme Court. The historic former High Court building has been enlarged and restored for the use of the Supreme Court. Government House, the official residence of the Governor-General, is in Newtown, opposite the Basin Reserve. Premier House, the official residence of the Prime Minister, is in Pipitea on Tinakori Road. Geography Wellington is at the south-western tip of the North Island on Cook Strait, the passage that separates the North and South Islands. On a clear day the snowcapped Kaikoura Ranges are visible to the south across the strait. To the north stretch the golden beaches of the Kapiti Coast. On the east the Rimutaka Range divides Wellington from the broad plains of the Wairarapa, a wine region of national notability. With a latitude of 41 17' South, Wellington is the southernmost capital city in the world.[15] Wellington is also the most remote capital city in the world, the farthest away from any other capital city. Wellington is more densely populated than most other cities in New Zealand due to the restricted amount of land that is available between its harbour and the surrounding ranges of hills. Wellington has very few open areas in which to expand, and this has brought about the development of the suburban towns in the greater urban area. Because of its location in the latitudes of the Roaring Forties, and also its exposure to the winds blowing through the Cook Strait, Wellington is known to New Zealanders as "Windy Wellington". More than most cities, life in Wellington is dominated by its central business district (CBD). Approximately 62,000 people work in the CBD, only 4,000 fewer than work in Auckland's CBD, despite that city having three times Wellington's population. Wellington's cultural and nightlife venues concentrate in Courtenay Place and surroundings located in the southern part of the CBD, making the nearby suburb of Te Aro the largest entertainment destination in New Zealand. Wellington has a median income well above the average in New Zealand, with Wellington having the highest median income of all New Zealand cities. Wellington additionally has a much higher proportion of people with tertiary qualifications than the national average. Wellington has a reputation for its picturesque natural harbour and green hillsides adorned with tiered suburbs of colonial villas. The CBD is sited close to Lambton Harbour, an arm of Wellington Harbour. Wellington Harbour lies along an active geological fault, which is clearly evident on its straight western shore. The land to the west of this rises abruptly, meaning that many of Wellington's suburbs sit high above the centre of the city. There is a network of bush walks and reserves maintained by the Wellington City Council and local volunteers. These include Otari-Wilton's Bush dedicated solely to the protection and propagation of New Zealand native plants. The Wellington region has 500 square kilometres (190 sq mi) of regional parks and forests. In the east is the Miramar Peninsula, connected to the rest of the city by a low-lying isthmus at Rongotai, the site of Wellington International Airport. The narrow entrance to Wellington is directly to the east of the Miramar Peninsula, and contains the dangerous shallows of Barrett Reef, where many ships have been wrecked (most famously the inter-island ferry Wahine in 1968). On the hill west of the city centre are Victoria University and the Wellington Botanic Garden. Both of these can be reached by a funicular railway, the Wellington Cable Car. Wellington Harbour has three islands: Matiu/Somes Island, Makaro/Ward Island and Mokopuna Island. Only Matiu/Somes Island is large enough for habitation. It has been used as a quarantine station for people and animals, and as an internment camp during World War I and World War II. This island is now a conservation island, providing refuge for endangered species, much like Kapiti Island farther up the coast. There is access during daylight hours by the Dominion Post Ferry. Wellington's suburbs The urban area of Wellington stretches across the areas administered by Wellington, Hutt (covering Lower Hutt), Upper Hutt and Porirua City Councils.
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The 2013 Nissan Cube is an outlier in the marketin many ways, really and it's hard to categorize, even in a market that's become increasingly segmented. It's not quite a van, but almost; not quite a crossover wagon, but almost. One thing is for sure: It's a quirky vehicle through and through, and it's unrivaled in style and packaging within its quirky limitations, of course. It's the details that make the design, and while the rounded corners on an upright box can make the Cube look a little appliance-like, just take a closer look at the asymmetry of the windows, the beveled window frames, and flared sheetmetal, and it's anything but simple. Combine all that with lower aero work that seems to pull the Cube downward, visually, and it has a gravitas that the Scion xB never had (at least not in its current version). Inside, the Cube can feel a little too overdesigned, with a "Casual Lounge" theme that rounds the curves, leaving you feeling like you're in a Jacuzzi tub (water ripples and all). But it's fresh, and it's functional. The Cube's least charming trait may very well be how it drives. Considering its car-based underpinnings and relatively low center of mass (compared to crossovers), it's surprising it doesn't feel a little sportieror have much of a driving personality. A 1.8-liter fourcylinder produces 122 horsepower and drives the front wheels. With either the six-speed manual gearbox or the continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT), the Cube can move along rapidly enough, but it's not at all a sports car, or the type of vehicle you'd fling into corners. The 2013 Nissan Cube has more space for people than you might guess from the outside, but if you need versatility, and to maximize space sometimes for larger items, you can do a lot better. Seating is one of the Cube's strengths; and in layout, inside, it's quite van-like. The seats up front are much better than what you get in the Versa or Sentra--
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and of course a little higher--provided you aren't cornering that hard, as there's no significant side bolstering. The rear seat has enough space for two adults (possibly three, squeezed in), and it slides back and forth and also reclines-though not all the way. Where you get into trouble is with larger cargo, as the seatback doesn't simply flip forward or flat. Ride comfort, on the other hand, is surprisingly good in the Cube next to other small cars or the smallest compact crossovers. What there isand this probably comes as no surpriseis quite a bit of wind noise at highway speeds. Otherwise interior materials betray the Cube's sub-$20,000 price tag, although all the styling touches will probably distract you from that for a while. And the Cube is a good value for the moneyespecially considering the value of having something that's genuinely different and quirky, yet also well-equipped. Prices are a bit higher for 2013, however; with the discontinuation of the base model, there are now just S and SL trims of the Cube--and if you want a manual transmission you're stuck with the S, as the top SL is only offered with a CVT. The S includes a lot of popular features, but step up to the SL and you get automatic climate control, alloy wheels, an Intelligent Key system, Bluetooth connectivity, and an upgraded sound system that includes iPod connectivity. Beyond that, a Preferred Package that adds an SD-based navigation system with XM NavTraffic capability, plus Rockford Fosgate audio with a subwoofer, XM satellite radio, and front fog lamps. And if you want appearance extras, though, you're in luck. There are more than 40 different accessories available at the dealership, and they range from practical items like cargo organizers to custom wheels, decals, and other appearance options.
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You don't have to acquire a taste for olive oil, seaweed or soya to maintain a low-fat, healthy diet. Indian cuisine can be healthy too, if it's cooked with oil and ingredients that take care of your heart and health. Ayurveda suggests you include all tastes sweet, sour, salty, pungent, bitter and astringent in at least one meal each day, to help balance unnatural cravings. Here are 12 foods that can help you lose weight and gain health:
Some Indian Foods That Cut Fat

Curry leaves:
Foods containing chilies are said to be as foods that burn fat. Chilies contain capsaicin that helps in increasing the metabolism. Capsaicin is a thermogenic food, so it causes the body to burn calories for 20 minutes after you eat the chilies. Raw or cooked cabbage inhibits the conversion of sugar and other carbohydrates into fat. Hence, it is of great value in weight reduction.
Moong dal:
It is a home remedy for obesity. It mobilizes the extra fat deposits in the body allowing it to be utilized as energy for normal functions. One should start with about 10 grams or a tablespoon, taken with hot water early in the morning.
Buttermilk:
Turmeric:
Cardamom:
Curcumin, the active component of turmeric, is an object of research owing to its properties that suggest they may help to turn off certain genes that cause scarring and enlargement of the heart. Regular intake may help reduce low-density lipoprotein (LDL) or bad cholesterol and high blood pressure, increase blood circulation and prevent blood clotting, helping to prevent heart attack.
Incorporating curry leaves into your daily diet can help you lose weight. These leaves flush out fat and toxins, reducing fat deposits that are stored in the body, as well as reducing bad cholesterol levels. If you are overweight, incorporate eight to 10 curry leaves into your diet daily. Chop them finely and mix them into a drink, or sprinkle them over a meal. Garlic: An effective fat-burning food, garlic contains the sulphur compound allicin which has anti-bacterial effects and helps reduce cholesterol and unhealthy fats.
The bean sprouts are rich in Vitamin A, B, C and E and many minerals, such as calcium, iron and potassium. It is recommended as a food replacement in many slimming programmes, as it has a very low fat content. It is a rich source of protein and fibre, which helps lower blood cholesterol level. The high fibre content yields complex carbohydrates, which aid digestion, are effective in stabilising blood sugar and prevent its rapid rise after meal consumption. Honey:
Mustard oil:
It is the somewhat sour, residual fluid that is left after butter is churned. The probiotic food contains just 2.2 grams of fat and about 99 calories, as compared to whole milk that contains 8.9 grams fat and 157 calories. Regular intake provides the body with all essential nutrients and does not add fats and calories to the body. It is thus helpful in weight loss.
Vegetables That Kill Belly Fat

Here are the best cruciferous vegetables to eat to kill belly fat fast! Make sure you don't overcook them. Eating them raw would be preferrable. Broccoli Cauliflower Brussel sprouts Kale Cabbage This has low saturated fat compared to other cooking oils. It has fatty acid, oleic acid, erucic acid and linoleic acid. It contains antioxidants, essential vitamins and reduces cholesterol, which is good for the heart.
Chilies:
This is a thermogenic herb that increases metabolism and helps burn body fat. Cardamom is considered one of the best digestive aids and is believed to soothe the digestive system and help the body process other foods more efficiently.
Cabbage:
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Secrets To Firmer Hips And Thighs

Your legs contain perhaps the easiest muscles in your body to keep in shape. After all, they do support the weight of your body and you use them every time you walk. A stronger pair of legs will help you accomplish more every day. To strengthen your legs and avoid injury, you must work all of the muscles in your legs equally. Here are a few tips to help incorporate legwork seamlessly into your day. 1. Tighten Muscles in the Car Do leg lifts as you cook dinner. Flex your foot and lift your leg out to the side, lower, then repeat 10 to 15 times. Make sure you move only at the hip dont let your waist move. Then swap legs. Youll finish your leg workout before dinnertime. 4. Walk on a Softer Surface side to side. Youll burn calories, have a few laughs and strengthen your legs all at the same time. 7. Do Lunges Whenever Possible Do the lunge walk in the garden. Your neighbours might laugh if they see you, but youll have the last laugh when in just minutes each day, you sculpt a toned pair of legs. During each step forward, bend your knees and sink down until both legs form 90-degree angles. Then press into your front heel to rise. Lift your back leg and knee all the way into your chest before planting it right in front of you for your next lunge. This takes a little practice but if you lunge walk for 20 to 30 steps each day, your legs will be far stronger and shapelier.
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If you walk for fitness, switch to a softer surface because your legs get a better workout when you walk on footpaths or sand rather than pavement. And softer surfaces transfer less impact to your joints, preventing strain to your knees and back. 5. Give Yourself a Boost at Work Do you dream of having the luxurious, silky hair of a shampoo model while struggling to manage dry hair? Understanding the root cause of dry hair and taking action may be all you need to get the locks you long for. Common Causes Your hair can get dry because your scalp doesnt make enough oil to moisturize your hair, or your hair lets moisture escape. Your scalp isnt making enough moisture. Hair has no natural lubrication. It relies on oils made in the hair root to keep your hair moisturized and looking lustrous. Sometimes hair doesnt make enough oil, which leads to dry hair. (Likewise, roots in overdrive lead to oily and greasy hair.) As you age, your hair naturally makes less oil. Since the roots are under your skin, dry scalp goes along with dry hair. Dry scalp peels and sheds, leading to dandruff flakes on your shoulders. The moisture you have is escaping. Each strand of healthy hair has a protective layer called the cuticle. Just as shingles shield your home from rain and sun damage, the cuticle shields your hair from heat damage. In a healthy cuticle, the layers lie tightly together and keep moisture in. When a cuticles layers separate and peel away from hair, its ability to hold moisture is compromised some oil escapes. The Problems Several things can damage your hair: Over-washing or using a harsh shampoo strips away your hair's natural oils Blow drying your hair too often -especially when you apply alcoholbased styling products first Using heated hair straighteners or curling irons Exposing your hair to lots of sun, wind, or dry air Applying chemical treatments, including dyes, perms, and relaxers Simple Solutions Wash your hair less often. You may be able to get away with washing once or twice a week instead of every day (many people can). As a bonus, when you shampoo less frequently, you won't need to blow dry and heat-style it as much. Use a mild shampoo made specifically to help dry hair because it will have fewer drying detergents. Use hair products that dont have alcohol because it is drying. Follow the shampoo with a moisturizing conditioner. It will keep cuticles lying flat so they hold in natural oils. Massage jojoba oil or coconut oil into your scalp to replenish moisture. After you've tried these techniques, if your hair is still dry and brittle, ask your stylist about a professional deep conditioning treatment. If your dry hair occurs with fatigue, intolerance to cold, weakness, or hair loss, see your doctor to make sure you dont have a health problem.
Whenever you stop at traffic lights, tighten your thighs and bottom, over and over again. You will firm your leg muscles, boost blood flow (thus preventing the pins-and-needles sensation that tends to attack your bottom when youve been sitting in a car seat for too long) and give yourself something to focus on. 2. Quick Exercise First Thing in the Morni
Before you get out of bed in the morning, do the clam. Lie on your back, bring your feet together, and open your knees out to the sides. Then, as you exhale, lift your knees brining them together. Lower and repeat these exercise 10 to 15 times and youll strengthen your inner thighs. 3. Exercise While Cooking
Get up, place your palms against your desk and do a series of donkey kicks when you find yourself falling asleep at your keyboard. Bend one knee, flex that foot and kick your leg back, as if you were a donkey kicking someone behind you. Alternate legs for 15 kicks in total. Then return to work refreshed with a stronger bottom. 6. Dance!
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'Cheating Doesn't Pay'
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San Francisco capped a wild postseason ride by beating Detroit Tigers 4-3 in 10 innings last Sunday to complete a four-game sweep and be crowned World Series champion for the second time in three years. Marco Scutaro, the most valuable player in the National League Championship Series, was again the hero for the Giants, cracking a sharply hit single into shallow center to bring in Ryan Theriot with the winning run. Having survived six do-or-die elimination games in the National League Division and Championship Series, the Giants closed out the season in ruthless style reeling off seven consecutive wins. "What made them so special was they were such an unselfish group, they just loved each other and played for each other and the fans and had a never say die attitude," Giants manager Bruce Bochy said at the trophy presentation. "It's amazing what a group of guys who play like a team can accomplish." Big-hitting Giants third baseman Pablo Sandoval was named the series' Most Valuable Player (MVP). The Venezuelan batted .500 with four runs batted in, including a three-homer game in the series opener. Sandoval's Game One heroics set the tone for the Giants' stunning and perhaps unexpected victory. The Giants won that game 8-3 as Sandoval became just the fourth person to hit three home runs in a World Series game, joining Babe Ruth, Albert Pujols and Reggie Jackson in the record books. In Detroit last Sunday, Brandon Belt
Giants Sweep Tigers To Clinch World Series
Fiji surfer Ian Mull is congratulated by Patrick Bower (Chef de Mission 2011 Pacific Games) after he was awarded a silver medal at the FASANOC office in Suva FIJI Association of Sports and National athletes found guilty had their results Olympic Committee (FASANOC) nullified and banned for two years. president Vidhya Lakhan has sent "What we would like to emphasise is a stern warning to athletes using cheating doesn't pay and don't think performance enhancing drugs to that because you are in the Pacific, you boost their athletic performance at can get away," Lakhan said. international events. "As for Fiji, we have been quite fortunate This after 11 athletes from the 320 that for a number of years, our athletes tested were found guilty of breaching were not found guilty of cheating. the anti-doping code at the Pacific "I guess we should thank our national Games in Noumea, New Caledonia coaches and section managers and last year. more importantly our athletes as they The positive doping test resulted in practised clean play at these events." three Team Fiji athletes to improve Muller thanked the games council, their standing on the medals tally. adding the silver medal was one of the Elesi Ikanidrodro was awarded the gold highest achievements of the national medal in the women's powerlifting 84 surfing team at the regional games. kilograms category while Ana Garnett "This is a good sign for our younger was given the bronze medal in the surfers and it will surely inspire them same event. to do better in the future." Ian Muller was awarded the silver Powerlifting Fiji president Iliesa Irava, medal in the surfing open long board who received the medals on behalf event. of his athletes, said performance Lakhan, who is also the Pacific Games enhancing drugs had been a common Council president, said they awarded problem in their sport internationally. a total of eight gold, six silver and "We had so many tests but none of six bronze medals as the result of our athletes had come positive and we the positive doping tests. He said the want to keep it that way."
opened the scoring with an RBI triple in the second and Buster Posey added a two-run homer in the sixth while reliever Santiago Casilla took credit for the win. After back-to-back shutouts and 20 scoreless innings, Detroit's batters finally awoke from their slumber, with Triple Crown winner Miguel Cabrera and Delmon Young both hitting home runs, but it was too little too late. No team has ever erased a 3-0 deficit to win a World Series and the Tigers dug the hole a little deeper when they fell behind 1-0 in the second inning. Hunter Pence doubled to the wall in deep center for Giants first hit then trotted home when Belt drilled a triple into the right field corner to silence the chilled sellout crowd. But Tigers fans were back on their feet cheering wildly in third when Cabrera took a 1-1 offering from Giants ace Matt Cain and crushed a towering tworun homer into the right field bleachers to give Detroit their first lead of the series. Posey answered with a two-run blast in sixth that slipped just inside the left field foul pole but the fireworks continued in the bottom of the inning with Young launching a solo shot over the right field wall to tie the game at 3-3. The Tigers had a glorious opportunity to take control in the eighth when Avisail Garcia was issued a lead off walk with their big bats lined up to drive in the go ahead run. But Giants reliever Jeremy Affeldt defused the threat striking out Cabrera, Fielder and Young.
Sergio Romo struck out leadoff hitter Austin Jackson, pinch hitter Don Kelly and Tiger slugger Miguel Cabrera to complete the triumph.
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England will be without their most potent attacking weapon for the Test against Fiji on November 10, after Chris Ashton was handed a suspension. The Saracens wing attended a hearing on Wednesday night after receiving three yellow cards so far this season, and was hit with a one game ban. National coach Stuart Lancaster and his assistants are now planning for life without the predatory finisher for the first of their four QBE Internationals at Twickenham. Ashton has made an encouraging start with his new club since a summer move from Northampton with the England coaches particularly impressed by a try he scored in the Heineken Cup demolition of Edinburgh. However, he was sin-binned in the games against London Irish and Exeter, and a citing from the match against the Saints last Saturday counts as another yellow card. The 25-year-old cross-code international has scored 15 tries in his 26 England appearances to date, although he has not touched down in his last nine Tests. The loss is a further setback for
Chris Ashton To Miss Autumn Opener Against Fiji Through Suspension
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on November 10 with knee injuries while Jonathan Joseph is rated as doubtful after damaging his ankle at the weekend. In the meantime, Ashton has been urged by the RFU's disciplinary panel to work on his tackle technique after effectively receiving three yellow cards for dangerous play this season. Panel chairman Judge Jeff Blackett said: 'We are concerned about his tackling technique and encouraged that he and his coaches work to correct it. 'We were guided by the IRB recommendation that a one week suspension was appropriate for totting up offences. 'The player was not released back to his club by England for Saracens' game on Sunday, November 4 so it would be inappropriate to commence the suspension immediately. 'We have therefore deferred commencement until Sunday November 4 so he misses a game he would have played in. 'We would like to add that Chris Ashton took a realistic and mature approach to proceedings and expressed genuine contrition.'
Lancaster, who is already without another member of the first-choice back-three unit Ben Foden, who is recovering from ankle surgery. In addition, Northampton hooker Dylan Hartley appears certain to miss the entire autumn campaign with a knee injury, while Courtney Lawes and Jonathan Joseph are seemingly destined to be unavailable for the Fiji game.
The path is now clear for Ugo Monye to win a recall to the starting XV, with Charlie Sharples of Gloucester on course to claim the other wing place. Ashton will be available for England's autumn Tests against Australia, South Africa and New Zealand but he joins a lengthening list of absentees from the Fiji game. Dylan Hartley and Courtney Lawes have both been ruled out of the match
Fiji Rugby Team Presents I-Tatau

The Fiji Rugby squad presented their i-tautau to His Excellency the President Ratu Epeli Nailatikau at Government House before they depart Fiji for the European leg of their rugby tour. The national team led by Coach Inoke Male was encouraged by His Excellency to give their best for Fiji and all Fijians around the world. Forget about the setback of the past and concentrate on giving all the best, and if you do your best you can do Fiji proud, President Nailatikau said. President Nailatikau also thanked the team for the successful games against Tonga and Samoa recently. Meanwhile assistant coach Viliame Satala said in order for the team to boost their performance against a highly rated English team, it will depend on how the forwards will provide quality ball for the backline. The Flying Fijian rugby team departed for Europe this Friday.
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