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Fijians To Have Their Say On New FlagDesign

Fijians now have the opportunity to haveheir say on the design of the new Fiji ag.

And they can do so from the comfort ofheir homes through the website http://

www.newjiag.com/

On this website, you will be able to participateand evaluate the 23 designs chosen aftereviewing the more than 2,000 received

during the national ag competition.The Flag Committee will welcomeparticipants feedback on as many or asew designs as they would like.

The feedback period will end on 30 June.The designs will be submitted to Cabinetor consideration before going on to

Parliament.Participants can also submit theiromments via text message, e-mail, social

media, radio phone-in and the post.

PM Warns On Food ThreatPrime Minister Voreqe Bainimaramaays there is one factor threatening ourood security over which we have noontrol whatsoever.

He said this was “the increasing frequencyand intensity of the natural disasters weare experiencing in the Pacic that arebeing attributed to climate change.”He was delivering the country statementafter he received the Achievement Awardn Rome from the United Nations Food

and Agriculture Organisation. He wasaddressing delegates to the FAO conference.The award was in recognition forts commitment to one of the UN

Millennium Development Goals – toeduce global hunger and develop foodecurity.

He said natural disasters caused bylimate change were already having “a

grave impact on Fiji and other Pacicsland nations,”

But we are also facing a terribleollective threat from rising sea levelsaused by global warming. And this is

already having a serious impact on islandnations, with much worse to come.In Fiji – a string of mainly mountainousslands – we are already having to moventire villages, are losing precious arableand and have identied more than 600ommunities that are directly threatened

by the encroaching seas.Yet in the case of three of our neighbours

– Kiribati, Tuvalu and the Marshallslands, which are low lying atolls – thehreat is existential. And under the current

scenarios being advanced by climatescientists, these sovereign members ofthe United Nations are destined to sink

beneath the waves altogether in thelifetimes of their young people.“The rising seas caused by the meltingicecaps constitute the gravest collectivethreat to Pacic Small Island DevelopingStates in the entire sweep of history. Andunless this process is arrested, it is certainto compound the dire consequencesextreme weather events are alreadyhaving on our overall food security andability to feed our people.“To focus global attention on this crisis,Fiji intends to play a lead role at theWorld Climate Summit in Paris at theend of November. And with the otherSmall Island Developing States, we will

be calling for immediate action on the part of the developed nations to sign up

to the binding cuts in carbon emissithat are vital to avert catastrophe.“I have branded those nations that dragging their feet on climate changemembers of the “coalition of the sel

– nations putting the health of theconomies and the jobs of their work

before the very survival of the citizenSmall Island Developing States.“The time for prevarication is over. Ttime for action is now. And I appeayou all and the rest of the internatiocommunity to join our alternat“coalition for action on climate changBecause we are at ve minutes midnight on this issue and time is rapirunning out. We have the chance acommunity of nations to stop the cloin Paris and start winding it back. Awe must seize that opportunity beforis too late.”


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Man Begs To Earn Extra CashA 44-year-old man is still begging on thetreets of Labasa despite being a social

welfare recipient.But crawling and begging around LabasaTown is a normal routine for SureshReddy.Mr Reddy’s knee joints are weak,which makes him a person living witha disability, but he crawls around, withknee caps strapped on, to do things.Mr Reddy lives at Soasoa Village,ocated outside Labasa, and travels toown either on board the 8am bus oratches a carrier at least ve days a weeko beg.

He said: “The money $50 cash and$50 food voucher I receive from socialwelfare is not enough because I have togive money to the people looking after

me.I beg for money so that I can completehe payments for the construction of mywo bedroom wooden house at Soasoa

village where I live with my nephew, myister’s son and his wife.The land was given to me by the

Soasoa landowner who is very kind. I

am disabled and haven’t gotten a formaleducation and they are the one’s lookingafter me while my siblings are living inSuva.“I am not married with no children andall I do is crawl around beg for moneyat the front or back of New World

supermarket, RB Patel arcade or arouLabasa town.”He is seeking assistance frGovernment to build a proper house.The media has learned that Mr Reddnephew and his wife have just started selvegetables and root crops at the market.


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PM Bainimarama’s Rome Trip ASuccess

Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama’svisit to Rome is already being hailed auccess.

Mr Bainimarama met with theUnited Nations Food and AgricultureOrganisation (FAO) director-generalJose Graziaro Da Silva. Theyigned the host country memorandum of

agreement which paves the way for thestablishment of an FAO ofce in Fiji.

Previously all FAO activities in theegion were done through a sub-regional

ofce in Samoa.HIGHLIGHTSOther highlights of the meeting:

Mr Bainimarama being invited to bepart of a panel to share Fiji’s experienceon the work of FAO with Small Island

Developing States. This was in “CapturingNew Opportunities and strengtheningpartnership for concrete actions”.

Also invited by FAO to attend the SpecialEvents on “Recognising notable andoutstanding progress in ghting hunger.

Getting special recognition fromDirector-General which led to a lengthymeeting held between the two on theidelines of the FAO meeting.

During his meeting with Director-General Da Silva, the Prime Ministeraid the inclusion of civil society groups

and others in discussions by the FAOwas encouraging.Mr Bainimarama said: “I’m particularlyncouraged by FAO’s engagement, not

only with members, but also increasinglywith the civil society, the private sectorand academia – a similar approach tohat of my Government– establishing

partnerships with the relevanttakeholders to achieve our goals.

ASSISTANCE

“I would also like to recognise andapplaud the FAO’s assistance throughthe Pacic Islands Country ProgrammeFramework, from which US$8.3 millionwas granted to Fiji. The Framework hashelped facilitate about 20 local projects,mainly in the areas of agriculture,sheries and forestry.“I would also like to note that myGovernment is launching its 2020Agriculture Policy, a new initiative thatallows for a 5 year development plan tohelp modernise the agricultural sector andmake Fijian farmers more competitiveand successful throughout the region –an initiative which would not be possiblewithout the FAO’s assistance.”During the panel discussion duringwhich Mr Bainimarama was invited tospeak on the progress Fiji has made onthe climate change front, he addressedother leaders also on dangers that PacicIslands nations face.

CLIMATE CHANGEHe said that the FAO’s most recendeavour– the Technical CooperatProgramme– will help Small IslDeveloping States adapt to the biggchallenge of our time. This is rising levels due to climate change.Mr Bainimarama said: “This thraffects every one of our nations – somore directly than others – and FAO is increasing nancing to addrspecic areas of need, such as disamanagement and resilience, food nutrition security policy, agricultudevelopment, and the sustainable usenatural resources.“In Fiji we embrace the commitmencombat climate change.“We just recently celebrated NatioEnvironment Week, a Fijian initiahighlighting the importance of sustainabi

by educating our schoolchildren to more with fewer resources”.


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Nursing Students To Board FloatingHospital

Eight northern nursing students willhave the opportunity to learn from veryxperienced medical staff when they

board the US Naval Hospital Ship USNSMercy” next week.

The Then India Sanmarga Ikya (TISI)Sangam Nursing School students havebeen picked as translators.Sangam Head of School Kishan Kumaraid the students will translate for ourocal patients who don’t speak the

English language.A lot of locals will be boarding thehip for clinics and for those who do not

know English, that is where our nursingtudents come in,” Mr Kumar said.

He said the third year nurses are lookingorward to the trip next Monday with

ecturer, Mrs Jessie Young.The nurses will be leaving Labasa nextweek and they will be working on boardhe ship for two days.”It would really mean a lot to thetudents and the school as well in terms

of exposure and working with foreignand local medical experts.”Mr Kumar said it was the rst time for our

students to be sent on such assignmentsand most of them were really excited.Meanwhile, student Patricia Gaundansaid she looked forward to the trip toSavusavu.“It is a life time experience to be workingon a hospital ship with foreign medical

professionals,” Ms Gaundan said.She said she would take this opportunity

as a learning experience and cannot wto board the ship.The ship arrived in Savusavu on Juneand will depart on June 19.The USNS Mercy arrived in Suva Sunday afternoon for its rst mission pvisit under the Pacic Partnership 201This is the rst visit to Fiji by a U

Navy vessel in nine years.

Grandfather Jailed For Raping Grand-Daughter

A 75-year-old grandfather of Suva whopleaded guilty for raping his 6-year-oldgranddaughter seven years ago has beenentenced to 11 years imprisonment.

The offence happened between 2008 and2011 when the victim was living underhe care of the elderly man.

Suva High Court Judge Justice SalesiTemo said the aggravating factor is thatthe victim’s parents were separated andshe was raised by her grandparents.While sentencing the man, Judge Temosaid the 75-year-old man must notcomplain when his liberty is lost to pay

for his crimes.He said the man has breached the trshe had in him as a child as he turned life into a living hell.The grandfather will be eligible

parole after serving 9 years beh bars.


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Fiji Airways Appoints Mohan Chandra AsGM For NZ

Fiji Airways has announced theappointment of Mohan Chandra as itsnew Regional General Manager for NewZealand.Mr Chandra is an Aviation industry

veteran who takes up the role previouslyheld by the late Shannon Currie.He was most recently CommercialDirector for Kenya Airways, basedn Kenya, where he was responsibleor Worldwide Sales, Revenue

Management, Network Planning andMarketing.Fiji Airways Executive General ManagerSales & Marketing, Otto Gergye, said:We’re delighted to welcome Mohan to

Fiji Airways to head up what is a crucialmarket not just for the airline, but for

Fijian tourism in general.It’s denitely a market we’re committedo, and this is evidenced by our increasedapacity through new Wellington

ights, and increased frequencies from

Auckland and Christchurch.”

Mr Chandra will be responsible forall Sales across New Zealand for FijiAirways as well as managing agent andsupplier relationships.He has also worked for Emirates and

KLM, and worked in the Middle Eand Asian markets.Mr Chandra holds a Commercial PLicense from New Zealand.He also holds an Executive Managem

Diploma on Management, FinanMarketing & Leadership from AmeriManagement Association, and Diploma in Aviation Airline TranspEndorsement.Another appointmentTo further strengthen its Sales Operatiin New Zealand, Fiji Airways has aappointed Melanie Watson as ManaSales.This role will assist the Regional GeneManager and focus on business growMs Watson started her career in

travel industry at Gulliver’s Travel (nStella Travel) in 1988, and until recenmanaged the New Zealand CarlWagonlit Travel ofce.Both ofcially started on June 2.

FNPF Encourages Expatriate EmployeeMembership

The Fiji National Provident Fund isecommending employers to urge

heir expatriate employees to have amembership account with the Fund.This is for their savings benet, saidhief nancial ofcer, Anand Nanjangud

during the Fund’s Employers Workshopat Novotel Suva Lami Bay Hotel.At the end of the contract period they

are able to take that lump sum one-off,”Mr Nanjangud assured.Even if they’re employed 6 months or

up to three years, they are able to takehat lump sum.It is recommended in terms of theirexpatriate employees) own savings and

of their future security that even if theyare contributing to their home countryuperannuation fund, in addition to thathey can have an FNPF account.”

The expatriate employee, like any otherwill be entitled to the Fund’s yearlyannual interest rate. Last year’s interestate was the biggest one yet of 5.75 perent.

Poverty levelMeanwhile, according to FNPF statisticst was noted that not enough members

will have sufcient balance, should they

opt for pension, to live above the basicpoverty line.

“That’s one of the reasons whyGovernment has also pitched in to give

mandatory contribution of 10 per cent byemployers.“Additionally, there’s the voluntarycontribution. And that’s all aimed attrying to grow member balances so by

the time they retire they would hsufcient balances.”

FNPF currently has 9000 employwith an overall 395,000 members. this 200,000 are contributing throughthe year while the remaining 195,000casual or part time employees.


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Locals Benet From Free Medical ServiceResidents of Fiji’s capital, Suva arebeneting from free medical servicesprovided by the crew of the US NavyShip (USNS) Mercy T-AH 19.The lead ship of her class of oating

hospitals in the US Navy arrived intohe country in the weekend with about000 ofcers on board and will provide

medical services to the people of Suvaand Savusavu this week.The services include surgical screenings,medical surgeries, subject matterxchanges and basic life support training.oy Vaka, a 55-year-old resident of

Caubati outside Suva who took advantageof the free services at Sukuna Park said

he was fortunate to receive check-up bya professional team of medics.He said he was managed to get his

blood pressure and diabetes tests donein a couple of minutes and the diet and

healthy living advice he received fromthe medical team should help him to planhis diet better.Vaka encourages people from allwalks of life to come forward and takeadvantage of the opportunity as healthis important and people should not behesitant in coming forward and gettingthemselves checked up.US Navy lead medical plannerCommander Ray Owens said their visit

is part of the Pacic Partnership and thare not only engaging in health servi

but also conduct engineering workthe request and co-ordination of the hnation Governments.

He said they will also cond professional exchanges with the Maritime Academy and the FisheMinistry.The ship has partnered with the Repubof Fiji Military Forces (RFMF), Miniof Health, the Ministry of Defence the Fiji National University to provservices to members of the public.Their services will extend to Savuslater in the week.

NZ Pushes Fiji To Join Arms Trade TreatyNew Zealand opposition MP Su'aWilliam Sio is visiting Fiji this week toncourage its Government to join the

United Nations Arms Trade Treaty.Sio who is also Labour's Pacic IslandAffairs spokesperson told Radio NZ thatf Fiji signs and raties the treaty then it

would lead the way for other Pacic statesas joining the treaty will send a strongmessage to the region and the world.It is about sending a very strongignal to the countries that manufacture

onventional weapons that we want to

regulate their movements, we want tomonitor what they do for that. And it'sabout sending a clear signal that we inthe Pacic take a very strong position inmaintaining peace and security for ourregion.”He added that signing and ratifyingthe treaty will also send a clear signalto other trading partners and aid donorcountries.“That'll give condence to thosecountries who have a vested interest in

making sure that we in Fiji, that we in

the Pacic, are able to work towaachieving our sustainable developmgoals.”The United Nations Treaty aims to reguthe international trade in conventioweapons for the purpose of maintaininternational and regional peace.Only Samoa, New Zealand and Austrhave signed and ratied the treaty. OtPacic Island states that have signed Treaty but are yet to ratify it, incluKiribati, Nauru, Palau, Tuvalu,

Vanuatu.

Fiji Tops List On China’s WealthyEntrepreneurs ‘’Island Buying Trip’

A group of China’s wealthiest entrepreneurs are heading to the Pacic this month to look for small islands to buy.

Guangzhou Daily reports a Guangdong-basedntrepreneur Lin Dong says he and other ve

others are planning to y to Fiji, Tuvalu andTahiti this month on a buying trip.

Lin says Fiji is their top destination as ithas more than 300 islands and relativelyheap.

He says islands in Fiji are not expensiveas it’s about 3 million yuan ($1m FJD)or one island.

Lin adds Fiji is located in the South

Pacic where the environment is very beautiful and the location is good asdirect ights will begin soon.Lin has previously tried to buy a lake

island in Canada, but failed according tothe report and so has set his sights on theSouth Pacic.He has set up an association for islandowners on the mainland, with about 60members and believes more wealthyChinese will want to buy their own

islands in the future.Lin has acquired more than 40 additioisland properties.He made his fortune after foundin

medical equipment company.According to Forbes, actor Mel Gibalso reportedly paid $15 million Mago Island, in Fiji, back in 20where it continues to be one of largest privately owned islands in South Pacic.

Fijian Overstayers In Tuvalu Sent HomeEight Fijians who breached their visitorspermits and overstayed in Tuvaluhave been sent home and banned from

ntering the country.The Fiji nationals were slapped with a

one year ban and are on their way homeon the MV Manufolau.Senior Immigration Ofcer Leilani Saitala

said that the eight failed to extend theirvisitors permits after the one month granted

by the department on arrival in Tuvalu.She said visitors to Tuvalu get a fvisitor's permit of up to one month,

this can be extended for up to 3 mon but carries a charge.


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Detained Man Identied As Fijian NationaA man being held in Western Australia'sYongah Hill Immigration DetentionCentre has been identied as a Fijiannational by authorities.The Immigration Department has

trongly rejected claims that he is anndigenous Australian and not a visaoverstayer or asylum seeker.Eddie David, 39, has been held in theentre since last Friday.

He said he was born on Murray Islandn the Torres Strait, and his claim was

backed up by a WA Aboriginal landouncil.

Mr David told the ABC he was sento Yongah Hill, near Northam, 97

kilometres north-east of Perth, afterbeing told his passport was fake.He said he had been mistaken for

omeone else, possibly a Fijian man ofa similar age.I'm not a refugee and I'm not anmmigrant," Mr David said from Yongah

Hill.I am Aboriginal, I am an Australian

citizen, born and bred of this land.""I shouldn't be in this detention centre. Ifit was a fraud, they should have put mein the cell, in the lock-up, in the jail, nota detention centre."

Mr David further told ABC that he hadspent many years living on the streets,homeless and alcoholic in NSW andelsewhere, and had come to WesternAustralia several years ago.He had wanted to access Centrelink

benets but was told he did not havesufcient identity papers.He said he applied for a passport with

the help of the South West AborigiLand and Sea Council, which he saidreceived in March.But when he took it to Centrelink, thtold him it was fake.

The Department of Immigration Border Patrol is adamant Mr Davidnot Australian."The department detained an individclaiming to be an Australian citizfollowing a thorough investigation which the department was fully satisthat he is an unlawful non-citizen,said in a statement.

Fiji Votes For FAO Chief Fiji voted for the incumbent José

Graziano da Silva as head of the Foodand Agriculture Organisation of theUnited Nations (FAO).The Prime Minister, Voreqe Bainimarama,said: “Yes Fiji voted for him.”Mr Graziano da Silva was returned for a

second term. He received 177 out of

votes cast.Mr Bainimarama had met with Graziano da Silva at the 39th FConference.His new term will run from 31 July 2to through July 2019.


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Ba Hospital Construction To Create MoreJobs

ob opportunities are expected whenonstruction of the new Ba Hospital

begins.More than 100 locals are likely to getome form of employment during the

onstruction stages.The Government conrmed the tender tobuild the new Hospital went to YanjianCompany Fiji Limited.The Acting Prime Minister and Attorney-General, Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum, saidhis was one of the rst times that

Government had collaborated with aprivate sector organisation – the BaChamber of Commerce.What we see through this project andhe level of documentation is probably

unprecedented and one of the good

hings about using the private sector ishat they were able to leverage or getaccess to many consultants directly,” MrSayed-Khaiyum said.Speaking at the signing of theMemorandum of UnderstandingBhavesh Patel, a member of the Ba

Chamber of Commerce said theconstruction of the hospital would serveas a bridge between the Tavua, Rakirakiand Lautoka hospitals.The new hospital will provide a birthingunit, a 24 hour emergency facility, an

x-ray and scan department, a laboratoa dental unit, operating theatersmortuary and a pharmacy.The construction of the $35 mill

project is expected to be completed inmonths.


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Sotel Resort And Spa To Launch AdultsOnly Beach Club

Sotel Fiji Resort & Spa will be openingts $3.2 million adults-only Waitui Beach

Club on July 24.This is in a bid to expand and update itsproduct offerings for the adult traveler

market.The new club will be located at thexisting resort on Denarau Island.

The development will be accompanied bya new accommodation category consistingof 74 designated Beach Club rooms.General Manager Alan Burrows said:The couples and non-family market is

on the rise for Destination Fiji, and is seto grow even faster both on the mainland

and outer Fijian islands.At Sotel, we want to maximise onhe trend for luxury, adults only travel

options in FijiMost importantly balance out our

existing reputation as a family traveldestination.“Because we have so much to offerguests at both ends of the spectrum.”Guests who book the associated adults

only room category will have immediateaccess to all the facilities located withinand connected to the Waitui Beach Club.Complimentary entry to the Beach Clubis also available to anyone booking tostay in one of the resort’s 10 indulgentsuites (including the Presidential Suites).OfferingsWaitui Beach Club will have a focuson health, with complimentary yogaand tai chi in the morning and a healthy

breakfast.The space can be extended for use for

the conference and incentive market.This will become a new stand-alone

venue in Fiji – the Adults Only them beach club will be a exible meeting incentive space.“With this standalone, specicdesigned new product offering tai

made for adults of all ages.“We hope to appeal to be singtravelling with friends, solo travellhoneymooners or any couple escapon a mini break to the Pacic islandsMr Burrows said entertainment angreat bar menu were natural componeof an adults-only themed area,The Waitui Beach Club would alsoaligning closely with the resort’s Spa facility and chef team to ensure twellbeing also remained a priority option for guests using the club.

The Waitui Beach Club commenconstruction in February 2015.

Pilot And Passengers Not InjuredA pilot and three passengers walkedaway unscathed following a helicopterrash on a hilltop at Naceva Village,

Beqa, on Monday.Speaking from Naceva village, the districtep and former Police ofcer, Atunaisa

Tawake, said the helicopter, whichbelongs to Island Hoppers of Nadi, was

arrying equipment for the new VodafoneMast at Delaibeqa. Island Hoppersomment was not immediately available.

Mr Tawake said it was the last trip uphe mountain and when the helicopter

was trying to land, empty sacks on theground ew up and got tangled on theblades and it crashed. The tail too wasdamaged, he said.Mr Tawake said the pilot and the threepassengers walked down to the village

and told the story of the crash.“We heard the crash and knewthat something had gone wrong atDelaibeqa,” Mr Tawake said.Meanwhile, Civil Aviation Authority of Fijiis conducting a preliminary investigation.The manager of the Beqa Lagoon, Dieter

Kudler, said he was not aware of crash.However, he said he was offering help to clear an area for helicoplanding on Beqa.He said the island needed a helicoplanding ground.


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Fiji And Indonesia Sign New Deal

A new agreement has been signedbetween Fiji and the Republic ofndonesia.

The signing strengthens bilateral ties in

areas of women empowerment and childprotection. The agreement was ofciallyigned by the Minister for Women,

Children and Poverty Alleviation, RosyAkbar, and the Indonesian Ministeror Women Empowerment and Child

Protection, Professor Dr YohanaYembise, in Jakarta, Indonesia onMonday.Also present at the signing was Fiji’sAmbassador to Indonesia Ratu TuiCavuilati and Director Women, ArietaMoceica, and Director Social WelfareRupeni Fatiaki.

The agreement formalises theFiji-Indonesia partnership for themplementation of a three-year work planhat will advance women empowerment

and child protection.Speaking on behalf of the FijianGovernment, Ms Akbar said the newagreement was symbolic of increasingpartnership between Fiji and Indonesia.We value the diplomatic relations of 40

years with Republic of Indonesia and weare pleased with the progressive pace onhe development of bilateral relations.

The signing is an arena that will boost theocioeconomic opportunities for Fijianwomen,” Ms Akbar said. Dr Yembisealso said Indonesia looked forward toprovide increased support in the newareas of collaboration.

“Today’s meeting is a very importantone because we renew and expandthe relationship with the FijianGovernment towards enhancingeconomic development of both countriesespecially through the empowerment ofwomen and economic development,” DrYembise reiterated.In the implementation of three-year work

plan, Fiji and Indonesia has agreed onve activities, which will be monitoredand evaluated by the Joint Technical

Working Group, led by the two ministriesand their respective diplomatic missions.These activities are as follows:- Joint Technical Working Group will seethe annual review of the implementationframework. This will be held in Fiji in

June, 2016;- Partnership to promote Fiji’s NatioWomen’s Expo 2015 through sharingskills. Indonesian women artisans andIndonesian women in business counwill attend the National Women’s Ex2015 which will be held in Suva frOctober 14th to 16th.- Women Entrepreneurship Trainiand capacity building programs to facilitated by Indonesia.- Exchange of “Experts of Practitione

to enhance the status of women children; and- Fiji and Indonesia Joint Monitorand Technical Working Framework w

be monitored on a quarterly basis fr2015 to 2018.

Online FraudSOME locals have been gatheringondential information of unsuspecting

persons and passing them to theiroverseas counterparts who then hacknto bank accounts in Fiji.

Police chief of intelligence and investigations,ACP Henry Brown said the growing issue ofphishing was a security concern.Phishing is the attempt to acquireensitive information such as usernames,

passwords, and credit card details —and sometimes money — often formalicious reasons, by masqueradingas a trustworthy entity in an electronicommunication.

Mr Brown said in a recent case, localsallegedly acted as third parties to aperson overseas that required money as

a form of cash deposit before they wereable to claim their prize money.

"It is alleged the victim provided detailsof the bank account which was hacked

by the overseas party," he said."The locals involved allegedly alsocolluded to get the nancial information

of other parties under the cover of helpingthe original recipient of the prize moneysend large sums of money overseas as theytried to beat the system and the permittedamount for sending money overseasthrough money transfers," Mr Brown said.He said while the Cybercrime Unitcontinued to receive reports — largelyto do with annoying persons or an attackon one's character through social media

— there was a growing concern for theissue of phishing."Members of the public are being

requested not to divulge nancialinformation, particularly with people

they don't trust."Emails and other correspondences trequire one to send money or provinformation about their bank accouand other nancial statements should

be entertained."Mr Brown said those who receiemails or texts stating they had wo

prize requiring them to send particuof their nancial status was common"Such information can be used agayou and which is why people need tocautious about who you are dealing wespecially if it is from an unknown sour"The Fiji Police Force is working vclosely with the Financial IntelligeUnit to track down those who are

breach of the Financial Transacti

Reporting Act as this is seen as a formmoney laundering."


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Professor Brij LalAwarded Order Of

AustraliaFijian academic Professor Brij Lal has been awarded the Order ofAustralia.Professor Lal who currently teaches at Australian National UniversityANU) was given the award in the Queens's Birthday Honour List.

He was recognised for his signicant service to education, through thepreservation and teaching of Pacic history, as a scholar, author andommentator.

Professor Lal who has been banned from returning to Fiji indenitelyapplied for re-entry in late March after his case was highlighted by theOpposition in a Parliament sitting.And while Fijian authorities are yet to comment on the status of hisapplication, Professor Lal is condent he will get a chance to return tohis country of birth someday.

Family Wants JusticeThe family of Yako accident victimUshan Bano wants justice after she diedat the Lautoka Hospital on Monday.Ms Bano, 53, suffered serious injuries in

a road accident last Thursday in Nadi.Daughter-in-law Rukshana Ali said shehad a lucky escape as she was sitting inhe front passenger seat.Police were slow to respond, it took0 minutes to get me out of the car as a

group of men had to try and take me outof the car, then I realised my mother-inaw was still in the car so I begged themo take her out,” she said.The driver of the other car waspeeding and he overtook our car fromhe passenger side. We were about tourn right when he hit us. Our car spun

twice before landing in the caneeld.“My husband Abdul tried to wake her(Ms Bano) up but she was too weakso she just looked at both of us before

fainting, we didn’t know that would bethe last time we saw her alive.“We were told that both my husbandand the driver of the other vehicle will

be interviewed after the funeral and wehope that justice will be served.”Ms Bano was a widow with threechildren. One was driving the vehiclewhen the accident happened.Daughter Nazreen Bano, 32, said thefamily was very attached to their mother.“We will really miss her especially sincewe were all very close to her and mykids have grown very close to her since

she was always looking after them, “said.She said it was a hard task to tell children about her death.

“They knew she was admitted but when tcame after school they knew something wwrong and when they asked us we decito just tell them,” she said.Police spokesperson Ana Naisoro saccording to the investigating ofcer,

post ofcer of the Nawaicoba commun post was informed by a passing tat about 7.25pm that an accident hoccurred.“The taxi driver was transporting three including the driver, his wife deceased to the hospital,” she said.“Since the accident scene is just near

post, two ofcers attended the scene called the Nadi Police Station showithin a time of ve minutes aconrming the accident.”She said trafc ofcers from Nadi wthen deployed to the scene immediatwith the National Fire Authority butthe time the police arrived at the scthe three had already been takenhospital by a passing taxi.“The driver’s statement has brecorded and investigations continushe said.


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Family Mourns Loss Of SonA family of Bulolo on the outskirts of BaTown is trying to come to terms with thedeath of their son and brother.Ravinesh Kumar was found oating

n the river near Natanuku Village onTuesday by a sherman.He was 41. He was reported missing lastSaturday.His elder brother, Dinesh, 45, said hisamily was devastated over the loss.

Mr Ravinesh was an employee of DanamFiji) Limited in Ba. Mr Dinesh said his

brother had been sickly since last December.My brother was normal, but got sick

around December last year after hisupper lip swelled up, but he recoveredwell,” Mr Dinesh said.It was around February this year that he

became worse. He didn’t want to go out oreturn to work. He just changed totally.”

He said his brother attended prayers athe temple every Tuesday.Around half-past-ve in the morning,

he woke up, and went out while myather was asleep. At about quarter-to-ix my father woke up and realised heRavinesh) was gone.We searched in the sugarcane elds, but

we couldn’t nd him. Later on Tuesday,a family friend who is an iTaukeisherman told my father that he saw my

brother oating in the river.The post mortem was conducted and

the cause of death was drowning,” MrDinesh said.

Police spokesperson Ana Naisoroconrmed the drowning.

“He is believed to be of unsound mand was reported missing on Satur

morning. Checks made at likely pla proved futile,” Ms Naisoro said.

Girls Are Not From DudleyThe Methodist Church in Fiji-run DudleyHigh School has investigated a videohat surfaced on Facebook showing two

young girls who were allegedly snifngglue sitting beside a person appearing tobe a student of the school.This was conrmed by the church’sSecretary for Communication and Overseas

Mission, Reverend James Bhagwan.“The video has been investigated by theschool principal and it was found thatthe two girls allegedly snifng glue werenot students of the school,” ReverendBhagwan said.“We cannot tell if that video is real ornot and what’s the concept surrounding

that video.”He said nevertheless they were vconcerned with the rise in substance abamong young people in our communit“We need to address the root cauand track down those selling it young people, students likewise schdropouts,” Reverend Bhagwan said.


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Four Tourists Detained In Mount KinabaluNude Picture Scandal

Malaysian authorities have detainedour tourists - two Canadians, one

Briton and one Dutch national - forallegedly stripping naked on MountKinabalu, an act some locals say

angered tribal spirits and caused adeadly earthquake.Pictures of 10 naked tourists had spreadon social media and infuriated localsollowing the magnitude-6.0 quakehat struck near the mountain killing 18

people.Six other tourists are still apparently atarge, according to police.We detained all four of them on

Tuesday... and yes we are still searchingor the other six tourists and we willatch them," Sabah police commissioner

alaluddin Abdul Rahman said.He said those detained could be chargedor causing public nuisance.

Sabah provincial tourism minister MasidiManjun tweeted that legal proceedingsagainst the four foreigners had begunand that they would be remanded forour days.

Earlier it was reported a 38-year-oldEuropean man was arrested for allegedlytripping naked and urinating on the

mountain prior to the earthquake.t is unclear whether the man was amonghe four arrested.

The quake sent landslides crashing downrom Mount Kinabalu's summit just as

more than 150 hikers were at the peaknjoying sunrise views.

Mount Kinabalu, a UNESCO World

Heritage Site and popular climbingdestination, is considered sacred byMalaysia's Kadazan Dusun tribal groupwho believe it is a resting place forspirits.Eighteen people have been conrmeddead on the mountain, with a signicantnumber of them young students fromSingapore who were on a schoolexcursion.In the wake of the disaster, Malaysiansocial media users and some Sabah

ofcials have focused on the nudists,suggesting that their actions angered thespirits and led to the earthquake.One of the tourists who had posted nude

photos of himself on Mount Kinabalu

hit back at Sabah's tourism minissaying he was "regressive" and that comments were "stupid", in a vi

posted on social media.But Mr Masidi said the idea tthe tourists' actions had caused earthquake was "misconstrued"."I never said that they actually cauthe earthquake but their actions wagainst the people of the largest tribeSabah," he said."The mountain is a revered and sac

site."He said a traditional interfaith cleansritual is expected to take place at mountain site soon involving MusliChristians and tribal leaders.

Muslim Mother In UK Attacked ForWearing Head Scarf

n a "racist" attack, a group of women inLondon allegedly abused, punched andkicked a Muslim woman for wearing ahead scarf.Police are investigating the incidentn which a group of women allegedlyipped off the Muslim mother's 'hijab'head scarf) when she went to collect herhildren from Al-Khair school in south

London.The young mother was set upon by threewomen "for wearing a head scarf" ashe walked towards the private Islamic

primary school, the Evening Standardeported.

She was going to collect her two younghildren when a number of women

started "shouting and hurling abuse".They allegedly asked if she was hot inthe head scarf - before ripping it off and

punching her.The mother, who wished to remainanonymous, told the daily, "They pulledmy head scarf off and started punchingand kicking me.”"One was dragging my head down whilethe others were hitting me. They were

being so racist and using derogatoryterms," She said.The woman said she was left withwhiplash and chunks of hair missing butsuffered no signicant physical harm

and the London Ambulance Service wasnot called.

The alleged attack in Derby RoCroydon, close to the school, ostopped when another parent jumpedaccording to police.Ofcers were called to the scene and twomen, aged 18 and 35, were arreson suspicion of assault and a raciaaggravated public order offence.They were taken to a police stat

before being bailed to return at a ldate. Ofcers are investigating incident, Scotland Yard said.A Metropolitan Police spokesmsaid, "We take any offence seriouWe have made two arrests

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San Francisco's Health Warning On Drink SAN Francisco will be the rst place in the US to impose health warnings on ads for sugary zzy drinks and some othe

sweetened beverages.The new regulation will affect drinkswith more than 25 calories fromweeteners per 12 ounces so advertisingor Coca-Cola Zero and other no-calorie

drinks won't require a warning, but adsor regular Coca-Cola will.The city also requires warnings forother products such as sports and energydrinks, vitamin waters and iced teas thatxceed the 25 calorie limit.

Milk and 100 per cent natural fruit andvegetable juice drinks are exempt.The label for billboards and other ads willead: "WARNING: Drinking beverages

with added sugar(s) contributes to

obesity, diabetes, and tooth decay. Thisis a message from the City and Countyof San Francisco."The warning will apply to print

advertising within city limits: billboards,walls, taxis and buses. It won't apply toads appearing in newspapers, circulars,

broadcast outlets or the internet.Cans and bottles won't have to carry thewarning.State legislators unanimously approvedthe proposal with an 11-0 vote requiringthe warning, as well as two othermeasures aimed at curbing sugary drinkconsumption.

One proposal would prohibit soda on city-owned property, much like Francisco does with tobacco and alcohAnother would prohibit city funds fr

being used to buy soda.A 12-oz can of regular Coke conta140 calories, all from sugar.The can contains 39 grams of adsugar, which is about 9 teaspoons. Oteaspoon of sugar has about 16 caloriLiquid sugar is the new tobacco as as some public health advocates concerned.About 32 per cent of children and tein San Francisco are overweight or obe

Photos Of Prince George And PrincessCharlotte Released By Kensington PalaceThe rst photos of Prince George and hisittle sister Princess Charlotte have beeneleased.

Kensington Palace tweeted themages saying they were taken by the

young royals' mother, the Duchess ofCambridge, at Amner Hall, the family'shome in Norfolk.The palace announced Princess Charlotte

would be christened on July 5.Prince William's rst daughter willbe christened at St Mary MagdaleneChurch at Sandringham — the sameural English church where his mother,he late Diana Princess of Wales, was

baptised.The church is near Queen Elizabeth'sountry estate in Norfolk, eastern

England.Prince William and his wife KateMiddleton live in a mansion on the estatehat was given to them by the Queen,

and have been staying there since the

princess' birth at St Mary's Hospital inLondon on May 2.n tribute to his grandmother and mother,

Prince William and Kate gave Charlottehe middle names Elizabeth and Diana.

The princess is fourth in line to thehrone after her brother Prince George,

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Maryam Rashidi Dies From InjuriesSustained In Calgary Gas-And-Dash

Maryam Rashidi, the Centex gas stationattendant who was hit by a stolen truckwhile trying to stop a theft on Sunday,has died.

She's gone, I lost my wife," herhusband, Ahmad Rashidi, told CBCNews as he took his son to the hospital.I lost everything."

Calgary police say the 35-year-oldwoman, also known as Ashtiana, hadollowed a pickup truck that had not paidor gas.

She stood in front of the vehicle to get ito stop, but the truck hit and ran over her.We are devastated at Maryam's

passing," said Centex Petroleumpresident Alnoor Bhura. "Our thoughtsand heartfelt sympathy go out to her

amily and friends. We pray they are ableo get through this time of sadness and

pain. We are all struggling with this athe moment."

He says gas thefts occur every day in

Alberta and the company's policy isfor employees to call police instead of

putting themselves at risk.Earlier this week Bhura called for "pay

before pump" legislation.2 males taken into custodyBarrie Harrison with OccupationalHealth and Safety, which is investigatingthe incident, says new legislation is not a

priority right now."Any gas station or gas company is fto implement a system that requ

paying for fuel prior to the pump be

operational," he said. "They don't requa law to tell them to do that."Staff at the Centex station on 1Avenue in northwest Calgary said it wonly Maryam's third day on the jobmanager there said the staff are shockand sad.Police believe one of the suspects, wwas a passenger in the stolen pickmay be a minor. The truck was fouabandoned last night in the Varneighbourhood in the city's northwesPolice conrmed on Tuesday night thave taken two males into custody

connection to the incident.They will now interview the persof interest to see if they were involv

before moving forward with investigation.

Hamilton, Thunder Bay Had Highest RateOf Hate Crime In Canada In 2013

The Ontario cities of Hamilton andThunder Bay had the highest rate of

eported hate crimes in 2013 in Canada,a new report says.The data, collected by the CanadianCentre for Justice Statistics for StatisticsCanada, show Thunder Bay had thehighest rate of reported crimes, at 20.9per 100,000 population, followed byHamilton with 17.4. In 2012, Hamiltonhad the highest rate at 23.2, followedby Thunder Bay with 16.6. The nationalaverage is 3.3 reported crimes per

00,000 people.Saint John, N.B., and St. John’s had theowest rate of reported hate crimes, at 0

and 0.5 per 100,000 respectively.More than half of all reported crimes in2013 were motivated by hatred of raceor ethnicity, according to the report. Ofhose racial hate crimes, 44 per cent – or

22 per cent – targeted black people.Over all, reported hate crimes were down

7 per cent due to a large decrease in non-violent crimes such as mischief, whichncludes hate grafti and the destruction

of religious property. Mischief still madeup the largest proportion of crimes, at 45per cent, followed by assault at 15 per

ent. Because the statistics are based oneported crimes, they do not capture the

full extent of hate crimes in Canada, thereport said. Although it is hard to know

what percentage goes unreported, aGeneral Social Survey on Victimizationin 2009 found about two-thirds of victimsin hate crimes do not report them.Apart from a few trends, the statisticsare hard to compare over time due toresponse rates by police departments.The 2013 data come so late in 2015

because of the time it takes to checkthem, according to Rebecca Kong, chiefof the policing services program at thecentre for justice statistics.“Because the numbers are relativelysmall … and sensitive, we take alot of care in ensuring all the policeservices who report hate crimes have anopportunity to review all of them,” Ms.Kong said.Chris Adams, executive ofcer of theThunder Bay Police Service, said thehigh numbers in his city are partly aresult of an effort to get people to reporthate crimes.“I think it reects the fact that more

people are coming forward, as well asour ofcers are utilizing the trainingthey’ve been given to recognize and

be able to investigate hate-motivatedcrimes more thoroughly,” he said.

He admitted it may also be that ThunBay has more hate crime.

“Certainly, being high in this yeastatistics, it puts us on the map anda concern. … It also says a lot abthe community we live in that thissues exist. They really do have toaddressed,” he said.Detective Carmen Pietroniro, who hethe hate crime unit at the Hamilton PoService, also said the numbers indicahigh reporting rate, rather than a hig

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Const. Daniel Woodall Died In FightAgainst Hate

'He said, it's our job to make sure you are safe,' says man who worked closely with fallen ofcer

Const. Daniel Woodall died in the ghtagainst hate.

The eight-year veteran of the Edmontonpolice was shot several times on thedoorstep of a home in west Edmontonon Monday night while serving an arrestwarrant relating to a hate crimes matter.His children woke up this morningwithout a father, his wife without ahusband.Those who worked closely with Woodallemember a passionate, dedicated andaring police ofcer.

Kris Wells, the director of programsand services at the Institute for SexualMinority Studies at the University of

Alberta, worked with Woodall closely,both professionally and personally.Within the past year, Wells led hisown hate crime complaint after beingharassed online. He met with Woodallon numerous occasions, and watchedas the ofcer combed through pages ofdocuments collected in the case.He was meticulous at his job," Wellsaid, adding that it was Woodall'sompassion that put him at ease.Finally, I said to Daniel, 'I just need to

know if I'm going to be safe,'" Wells said,

ecounting a conversation with Woodall,And he said, 'it's our job to make sureyou are safe.' and I'll never forget that.He had a passion for protecting

Edmontonians and combating hate, andhat's a legacy we will always remember."

Woodall, 35, was recruited from GreatBritain, where he served with the GreaterManchester Police for seven years. He andhis wife, Claire, moved to Edmonton afterhe accepted a job with EPS and eventuallyoined the hate crimes unit. Claire Woodallound work at a local radio station. Theouple has two young boys.

Those who knew Woodall paint a pictureof a nice guy who loved life in Canadaand in Edmonton.Maurice Brodeur, Edmonton PoliceAssociation president, said Woodall hadaken up hunting and was a "happy-go-ucky fellow with a smile on his face."

By happenstance, Brodeur said he rannto Woodall just a few days ago, ahance run-in that he's now reecting on.We had a laugh, and a joke and touddenly nd him gone, it's too much toomprehend.

I can't believe he's gone," he said, hisvoice breaking.

Partner 'completely shook up'Sgt. Jason Harley, 38, was shot in the

back but his armoured vest stopped the bullet. He has since been released fromhospital.Brodeur said Harley is "completelyshook up.""He's just overcome by guilt and anger

over the whole situation, guilt thatsomehow he could have done somethingto help," he said.Brodeur said he wanted to send amessage to the citizens of Edmonton."We're your protectors. If you could do

this favour for my members, the mand the women, if you could embrthem with all you got. It's a tough jand they need that support."On Tuesday morning the GreaManchester Police released a statemsaying: "No matter where police ofcserve, the dangers of policing are a

to day reality for ofcers. The thinn blue line is the very veneer that hosociety together, by protecting victand deterring offenders. Sadly, Danhas paid the ultimate price in the servof his community."


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Hidden Toxic In Healthy FoodWhat happens when health food conceals within it, a bevy of unknown risk factors?

A normal day in the life of the averageurban adult begins at a sleepy 6 am, as heesolutely dons his tracks and sets out on

his morning walk. With the words 'health

ood', 'diet' and 'exercise' forming a majorpart of our existence, we are with orwithout our knowledge immersed in therend of leading a healthy life. And whent comes to dieting, it has become the onehing to supplement our food intake withruits and vegetables. However, whaties beneath these seemingly healthyoods could be unknown toxins whichould do more harm than good.

Take for instance, what accounts forhe roughage in our diet. Cruciferous

vegetables like cabbage, lettuce,Brussels sprouts and cauliower areknown to contain a chemical that isknown to suppress the activity of thehyroid gland and also interfere with theodine metabolism. However, accordingo a health consultant, these vegetables

do not contain toxins. "They containgoitrogens, which hinder the uptake ofodine by the thyroid gland. When theres a deciency of iodine in the diet, it

may lead to hypothyroidism. This may be prevented by using iodised salt.I broke out into a cold sweat andexperienced severe stomach pain at a

restaurant one day. It was only after Iwent to a doctor and cross-checked mysymptoms did I realise that I was allergicto tomatoes The bad news is that whilemost vegetables do not cause allergies,there are some common 'healthy'vegetables which are known to containallergy-causing toxins. These includeeggplant and bell peppers, both of whichcould be possible ingredients of yourafternoon sandwich.Sprouted green potatoes, similarly,have been known to contain alkaloids,chaconine and solanine, that cause mildforms of migraine and drowsiness.Eating veggies raw poses a bigger threatas there is a greater risk of contractinginfection through microbes such as E coliand Salmonella. Eating raw vegetablesthat have not been washed well andfruits that have been cut and exposed toies, puts us at risk of gastrointestinalinfections.

It's not just the veggies, fruits too loaded with hidden toxins! Apricand prunes cause osmotic diarrhoespecially among fructose-resist

people.Basic factors for toxicity incltemperature swings, low pH, low wacontent, low soil fertility and improstorage. Additionally, cheminsecticides and fertilisers are ato be blamed. Chemical sweetenlike aspartame, food colouracontaminated masala powders and emilk can alter everyday food.However, despite the alarming rthey pose, vegetables and fruit storehouses of vitamins, minerals anutrients, and contribute to buildantitoxins in our body. Additionathey are important in ghting diseasdue to the presence of phytochemicTherefore, to avoid eating thaltogether is not warranted. If you wary of eating something due to

presence of toxins, always take guidance of a qualied physician. Aall, prevention is better than cure.

Best Protein Options For Weight Lossf you're trying to drop a few kilos,

make sure you have the protein boxicked at meal times. Foods that are

high in protein take longer to digestand metabolise which means yournd up burning more calories tryingo process them. Not only that, it also

keeps you fuller for longer. Try theseprotein hits for maximum weight lossbenets.AlmondsTry snacking on a small handful of rawalmonds. It’s important to have healthy

nacks like this on hand to keep yougoing until your next meal. Helping youesist the urge to indulge in unhealthyugary snack foods.

Pumpkin seedsSprinkle these healthy seeds on yourbreakfast cereal to help keep you full foronger. That way you will be less likelyo binge eat at your next meal.

Organic eggsEggs make an excellent breakfast orunch. They will assist with keeping

your blood sugar levels stable and sugarravings at bay. Ideal for anyone on a

weight loss program.

Organic yoghurtAdd a spoonful of yoghurt to your muesli,

porridge, or smoothie, or have it on itsown as a healthy snack. This protein richfood will help prevent spikes and dropsin blood sugar levels, which can triggerweight gain. Avoid yoghurts with addedsugars.Grass-fed meatHaving a piece of protein the size andthickness of your palm is a good rule ofthumb when working out healthy portionsizes. Grass-fed meat is not only a good

source of protein but also high in iron.You need plenty of iron to give youenergy, which is important when startinga new weight loss exercise regime.Oily shAnother factor to consider when tryingto balance blood sugar levels is omega-3fatty acids, found in abundance in oilysh like salmon and sardines. Eatingfoods that contain healthy fats and

protein will also give you a sense ofsatiety. Eating these good fats will helpkeep your weight down.LentilsLegumes are not only rich in protein

but also contain plenty of bre. Thnutrients are important for balanc

blood sugar levels and keeping you msatised after a meal.HummusThis nutritious dip makes the persnack with some veggie sticks wholegrain crackers. It is full of protand bre, and is a great way to prevthe afternoon munchies.QuinoaThis gluten-free seed is an excellalternative to rice and other grains. F

of protein and bre, quinoa will hkeep hunger pangs at bay. Using quininstead of grains is a great way to down on carbs too. Quinoa is versatoo - it's delicious as a porridge,salads, with curries or stir-fries.Brown rice protein powderThis is a convenient and healthy wto increase your protein intake. Jmix yourself up a delicious brown r

protein-based smoothie! Having protwith each meal is one of the best wto assist with healthy weight loss as thhelp ll you up and reduce the likelihoof sugar cravings.


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How To Manage Your CholesterolExcess bad cholesterol can lead to heartdisease or stroke, so take into accounta few steps to manage your cholesterolevels.

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detectable gut microbiota (microbe

population living in our intestine)alterations. Additionally, bloating canbe related to specic kinds of diet, thusopening up promising paths towardsan efcient disease management,"

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potentially harmful bacteria, whichcharacterises a healthy gut microbiota, isdisturbed in IBS patients."IBS symptoms develop in up to10 percent of previously healthysubjects after a single episode

of gastroenteritis caused by aninfection through bacterial pathogenslike Salmonella, Shighella orCampylobacter, which can severelydisrupt the microbiota balance,"

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president of the European Society Neurogastroenterology and Motili Not only infections, but also antibiotics that are used as a rememay increase the risk for IBS, as thtoo, can alter the gut microbiota inegative way, the studies showed.Researchers have now shown that forich in carbohydrates, particularly bmight lead to repeated bloating atulence in some individuals.The potentially negative impact of kind of nutrition applies in particula

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Signs Of Heart Attack You Must KnowUnderstanding the signs of a heart attack can save a life. Heart attacks are silent killers and anyone can be a victim.

Lack of exercise, poor diet and an erraticifestyle can increase the risk of a heart

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heart attack is chest pain; while women aremore likely to experience breathlessness,

nausea, and back and jaw pain.In case you experience any of thsymptoms or if you are a witness

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apply just the right amount.4. When trying to achieve perfect skin,t is important that you rst nd out theype of skin you have, whether it is dry,

oily or sensitive. You can read up onyour skin type on the internet or inquireanswers from a dermatologist. Each type

of skin requires a different type and levelof care.5. The type of soap, moisturizer orcleanser that you use has to be appropriatefor your skin. It is not necessary that youuse a toner for you to have perfect skin.In addition, you must try your level bestto avoid chemicals that are not good foryour skin type.6. In order for you to have perfect skin,you must wash your face and bodyregularly. It is better if you use sometype of cleanser or soap. A good cleansershould be organic. A person has to choosevery carefully the type of cleanser theywant to use.7. It is not always necessary that you usesoap or cleansers when washing yourskin. Plain water is a great skin cleanseron its own. Hot water is ideal for oilytypes of skin whereas warm or lukewarm

water is good for other types of skin. Youshould wash your face in the morningafter you wake up and at night beforeyou go to bed. It is also important thatyou wash your face at regular intervalslike in the afternoon, after work or afterschool. Your hands have to be cleanwhen you wash your face or you will justspread bacteria and dirt onto your skin.8. It is important to treat your skin. Youcan treat your skin at least once a weekusing items such as face masks. Steaming

is also a good way of effectively treatyour skin. It is however important tyou choose skin treatments that bsuit your skin type or you could eup doing more damage. Whenever ytreat your skin, it is important that yfollow directions and instructions. Sotreatments are extreme and can damyour skin if done incorrectly. Havthe perfect skin involves implementthe right kind of skin treatments. So

beauty products do more than goSticking to natural products offers

best chance of having perfect skin.9. In order for you to have perfect skit is important that you exfoliateleast twice a week. Having the perfskin means exfoliating the dead soff your face. Dead akes tend to t

bacteria and oils that are present in skin, which lead to skin acne. You exfoliate your skin using a peel or scrYou should do this gently or otherwiswill lead to negative results.10. Having perfect skin means stickto organic foods and drinking lotswater. Water helps to ush out any and chemicals that could be presentthe skin. Natural foods are the essenwhen it comes to good skin care.If you can follow the above tips, thyou can be on your way to having perskin.

Detox Cheat Sheet Continuedf your sweet tooth is nagging, try: frozengrapes – nature’s lolliesf you’re craving chocolate, try:acao nibs, otherwise known as “realhocolate”f you’re desperate for coffee, try:oasted dandelion root – this is a goodiver-friendly substitutef you’re craving carbs, try: a cup

of cinnamon tea. Cinnamon helpso regulate blood sugar levels andonsequently dampens the need for

arbohydratesf you want a snack, try: baked sweetpotato chips. Slice, bake in the oven at230ºC for 20 minutes. Season with seaalt

Week 3: Final countdownBy week three you should be muchmore comfortable with the diet andwill probably be starting to feelhe benefits. Any early withdrawalymptoms should subside and, ashey do, you will have more energy,mproved concentration, keep

avoiding processed foods. Make sure

you’re drinking plenty of water andxercising as much as you can.

This week try:BREAKFAST: a hearty vegetableomelette with tomato, mushrooms,spring onions, capsicum and zucchini,and green teaSNACK: 20 mixed raw nuts plus

peppermint teaLUNCH OPTIONS: Roasted seasonalvegetable, quinoa and black bean saladSNACK: Sliced pear with almond spreadDINNER: Chicken and seasonal

vegetable stir-fry with snow peas,asparagus, red onion and carrots. Youcan indulge in some kitchen creativity

by using fresh garlic, ginger, corianderand tamari soy sauce to add some biteand depth of avour to the mealTip: Get juicing. The colour you’relooking for is green as the chlorophyl inthese juices acts as an efcient detoxieronce it enters the blood.Coconut and avocado smoothieServes 1If you’re having trouble getting in lots offruit and vegetables, try this antioxidant-

rich smoothie.Antioxidant-rich smoothie.

330ml coconut water½ avocado, diced½ ripe banana, sliced1 tbsp lime juice1 tbsp coconut oil1 tbsp organic honeyA few mint leaves (optional)Pour coconut water into a blender add the diced avocado, sliced banand lime juice.Add the honey and coconut oil. Blfor 1 minute.

Add a few sprigs of fresh mint accordto taste (optional). Blend for a furt1 minute or until ingredients havsmooth consistency. Pour into a tall gland enjoy.Post detoxHopefully, you will feel so revived ywon’t rush back into your old eathabits. Make a conscious effort continue these clean- eating principBy all means, enjoy a cup of coffeea glass of wine, just don’t overdo itgood rule to live by is 80/20: 80 per cwholefood, 20 per cent indulgence. D

off that bikini and hit the beach this yas a healthy, cleansed, lighter you.

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Boys vs. Girls: Who's Harder to Raise

Can we nally answer the greatparenting debate over which sex is morehallenging to raise?often say that I spend more time and energy

on my one boy than on my three girls. Othermothers of boys are quick to say the same.Forget that old poem about snips and snailsand puppy dog tails, says Sharon, a mom ofhree boys. Somehow it's been changed to

boys being made of "ghts, farts, and videogames,' and sometimes I'm not sure howmuch more I can take!"Not so fast, say moms of girls, who point

out that they have to contend with fussierashion sense, more prickly socialnavigations, and a far greater capacity tohold a grudge. And as a daughter grows,a parent's concerns range from bodymage to math bias.

Stereotyping, or large kernels of truth? "Ihink parents use 'which is harder?' as anxpression of whatever our frustrations at the moment," says family therapist

Michael. "Boys and girls are each hardern different ways."

Every child is an individual, of course.His or her innate personality helps

hape how life unfolds. Environmentincluding us, the nurturers) plays a role,oo: "There are differences in how we

handle boys and girls right from birth,"ays David, a professor of psychology.We tend to talk more softly to girls andhrow boys in the air."

But it's also true that each gender's brain,and growth, unfolds at a different rate,nuencing behavior. Some parents raise

girls and boys differently because girlsand boys are so different from birth --heir brains aren't wired the same way.

So, can we nally answer the greatparenting debate over which sex is more

challenging to raise? Much depends onwhat you're looking at, and when:DisciplineWho's harder? BoysWhy don't boys seem to listen? Turns outtheir hearing is not as good as girls' rightfrom birth, and this difference only getsgreater as kids get older. Girls' hearingis more sensitive in the frequency rangecritical to speech discrimination, and theverbal centers in their brains developmore quickly. That means a girl is likelyto respond better to discipline strategies

such as praise or warnings like "Don'tdo that" or "Use your words." Boys tendto be more tactile -- they may need to

be picked up and plunked in a time-outchair. They're also less verbal and moreimpulsive, which is especially evident inthe toddler and preschool years.These developmental differencescontribute to the mislabeling of normal

behavior as problematic, a growingnumber of observers say. Five boysfor every one girl are diagnosed with a"disorder" (including conduct disorder,

bipolar disorder, hyperactivity, attention

decit disorder, sensory integrationdisorder, and oppositional deantdisorder). Some kids -- most often boys-- may simply fall on the more robust endof normal. They need more opportunitiesto expend energy and aggression, as wellas rmer limits.Physical safetyWho's harder? Boys"Much after-dinner wrestling here,"reports Michelle, mom of four boys, ages5 to 12. "I'm constantly ghting to keepmy house a home rather than an indoor

sports center. Their stuffed animals' primary function is to be added to the

pile of pillows everyone is launching ifrom the coffee table." In general, bare more rambunctious and aggressexperts say. Taking risks lights up

pleasure centers of their brains. M

parents nd they have to keep a cloeye on what a son is "getting into,"use more bandages.But letting kids explore -- at the cost ofew scrapes and cuts -- builds characself-condence, resilience, and sreliance. Boys, being natural risk takmay need encouragement to slow doa little, but maybe girls need to encouraged to take more risks. Look opportunities for your daughter to juoff a wall, swim in the deep end, orthe bigger slide.Communication

Who's harder? First boys, then girlsFrom birth, a girl baby tends to more interested in looking at coland textures, like those on the humface, while a boy baby is drawn mto movement, like a whirling mobThese differences play out in the wkids draw: Girls tend to use a rainbof hues to draw nouns, while boys ltoward blue, black, and silver for thmore verb-like pictures of vehiccrashing and wars.) In a nutshell, gare rigged to be people-oriented, boy

be action-oriented. Because girls stufaces so intently, they're better at readnonverbal signals, such as expressand tone of voice. Boys not only learntalk later than girls and use more limvocabularies, they also have mtrouble connecting feelings with wor"While most girls share their feelings details of events, my three sons honedon't see that as important. I spend days asking, 'What happened then?'What did he say after you said that?"Important note: Because boys hold contact for shorter periods than g

parents may worry about autism, since can be a red ag. It's a relief for momknow that this is normal and comes frthe way the brains are set up.As girls get to be 8 or so, things can harder: The ip side of being so adepcommunicating is that girls exert a loenergy on it. There can be a great deadrama around who's mad at whom, wsaid what and why, and more. Start wyour daughter's a toddler to establishopen communication, so she learns can come to you for advice.


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AriesThe week starts out friendly enough asyou enjoy the company of people youike. Unfortunately, a simple comment

has the potential to trigger an unpleasantncounter. Whatever anger emerges is

not really about this week. You're dealingwith an old story that may nally beeady to be resolved. A wicked sense of

humour may not be entirely appreciatednow. Behind the smiles may be feelingshat are less than positive. Breathe

deeply, step back, and you'll see what'seally going on here.

TaurusThis is good time. Doesn't that meanyou're not supposed to be hassled? Takehe offensive. Cut out those people who

never seem satised with you. If theyare relatives or others who are close,hen just try spending less time withhem. Make the evenings time for a newxperiences. Break the old routine andry something completely different, such

as the opera, country line dancing, or ahockey game. Changing habits is a goodway to change your life.GeminiTravel is on the agenda now. If you can'tget out of town, rent a foreign movie.A foreign person, too, could be on thechedule this week. Communication mayequire some extra effort, but you've got

more than words to get your point across.Gestures, sounds, and body language areall ways to convey a message. Nothingucceeds like excess nights.

CancerPhysical risks are not usually your cupof tea. This week, however, you may behallenged to push your limits. Some

wild person may not inspire condence,ven though you could be fascinated byuch a different view of reality. Newxperiences are meant to open you to

unusual tastes, pleasures, and ideas. Youould be very surprised by how attractedyou are to this strange, new world.A generous friend may nance theseadventures now.

LeoThis is a great week to be in full socialmode. All your Leo charm is ready forfull display. Excellent friends make foran excellent time now. Expect somedebate early on. It's probably not worthyour effort to battle over trivia. Spendyour time planning for an extravagantevenings. On weekend, you must pushthe fun limit? A little excess is part ofwhat life is about, dear Lion. Let yourselfroar loud and clear this week.VirgoThis is a good x-it week, and you'rea good x-it person. You may need anexpert to help with the car, your bike,or the boat, but the rest is under yourcontrol. It's time to get at that basement,

attic, or closet that's been driving youcrazy. Tear, rip, toss and clean. Ah,doesn't that feel better? Now go getyourself a treat for all of your hard work.

Nights are for pleasure. Put the workaway by sundown, and go out and play.LibraPhysical activities are appropriate foryou in this week. To avoid any problems,make sure to carefully check allequipment. You may meet someone whostrikes you as overly critical or unfair.I know you hate injustice, but don't getlost in the words. He or she has woundstoo deep to discuss openly, and this iswhy such negativity is coming through.It's not about you, so don't fall for the

bait. An extravagant outing is perfect fornights.ScorpioDid you ever wonder how you happenedto be born into your family? I'm surethere are times when you feel like yourrelatives might as well have come fromanother planet. Well, think of them asa show, and a strange one. You'll avoidfruitless conict this week if you can

keep an attitude of detachment. Thinkof yourself as a visiting scientist who isstudying an exotic foreign culture. Thengo out and spoil yourself rotten nights.Sagittarius

Writing, talking, and short range traare high on the agenda in this week. Ywit can be on display now, but co

prove too cutting for a sensitive persWhat you nd funny and innocent mi

be taken the wrong way. Discretion help you avoid conict. Nights are gotime to combine business and pleasuDinner with a colleague or poten

partner is a great way to spend evenings. Generosity is appreciated, excess can prove embarrassing.CapricornIn this week - you're not supposedthink about money! Nevertheless, a perfect week for coming up wit

plan to increase your resources. Ha garage sale, sell something, or just

a little bargain shopping of your oSome conversations, however, mseem a little strange to you at this timYou're talking "apples" and others talking "oranges." Naturally, this

be frustrating. Your task is to stay cenough to get the answers you need.AquariusSomeone you thought you trusted mhurt you with words. Whether thwords are spoken to your face or behyour back, your reactions may be prestrong. There are two sides to this. Ois that you're just extra sensitive in

week. Normally, you'd either shrug off or ght back with your impressintellectual arsenal. The other possibiis that you really have been wrongthat a condence was broken, and wit, possibly a friendship.PiscesIt's possible that your attempts to out and get some things done meet wobstacles this week. Just as you opthe door to leave, the phone rings, you're off in another direction. Tstrategy is to keep your schedule lig

Save time for nishing up little matof detail. Nights you can throw cautto the wind and party hardy. A festevent can be just what you need nowlift you above life's mundane matters


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Shahid Kapoor To Host His Bachelor’sParty In Greece

As per this latest update, Sasha has shifted his wedding from Greece to Delhi. And will celebrate his bachelors’ party iGreece!

Shahid Kapoor and Mira Rajput werenitially speculated to tie the knot in

Greece. However, that obviously isn’thappening. Word is that Shahid haspostponed his wedding date to July 8 anddecides to keep it very private, only fora selected number of friends and family.Reveals a source, “Shahid has asked uso block dates between July 5 and 8 for

his sangeet and wedding ceremonies. I

hink the nuptials will take place on July8 unless I have got it wrong.”While the wedding will be a privateaffair. Shahid plans to host a grandbachelors’ party in Greece, by thismonth. He is currently busy arrangingand re-arranging his date diary for theame because despite his best efforts, he

has too many personal and professionalcommitments to meet.Adds another source, “Sasha is goinground the bend. He has to complete aschedule for Udta Punjab and shoot forthe promotional material of his nextlm. He has also been approachedto judge a dance reality show. Andin between, he has a bachelor party

planned overseas.”

From what we hear, Shahid also plans tothrow a starry reception in Mumbai forthe B-townies, soon after the wedding.However, he’s likely to cut short hishoneymoon period as he’ll have toquickly return back to the promotionsof Alia Bhatt starrer Shaandaar, which isreleasing in September!

Emraan Hashmi: I’ve Wrecked ManyRelationships Onscreen

Emraan Hashmi’s role in Hamari Adhuri Kahani is unlike anything people have seen him play before, he says. Thoughis playing the other man in Vidya Balan’s married life, something that he has done so many times before, HAK’s charac

is nothing similar to those! The actor explains how…

You have seen a spate of disappointmentsn last few months. The recent one being

Mr. X. So how important is HamariAdhuri Kahani for your career?Hamari Adhuri Kahani is very importantbecause I am reinventing myself with it.This is something that I have never donebefore because I felt the need to changehings around me. I needed a shift. You

an say, it’s my coming of age with thislm. In the last 12 years, I have givenaudiences what they like which alsowas a reection of me — the rebellious,bratty me. But this time I am in a differenterritory.


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Five Whitecaps FC Players Named To TheProvisional Rosters For 2015 CONCACAF

Gold CupCanada, Costa Rica, and Jamaica will play in Group B

VANCOUVER, BC - The 35-manprovisional rosters for the 2015CONCACAF Gold Cup were announcedoday and Vancouver Whitecaps FC are

well represented.Defender Sam Adekugbe, as well asmidelders Kianz Froese and RussellTeibert were named to the provisionaloster for co-host Canada, while defender

Kendall Waston and striker DarrenMattocks were named to Costa Rica andamaica respectively. The nal 23-playeroster announcement will be made by

CONCACAF and the ParticipatingMember Associations on June 23.ncidentally, Canada, Costa Rica,amaica, along with El Salvador, areogether in Group B.

The tournament will run from July 7 to26 in 14 venues across North America,ncluding BMO Field in Toronto,

Ontario.SCHEDULE: 2015 CONCACAF

Gold CupWaston and Mattocks may get thehance to face each other as Costa Rica

and Jamaica kick off group play at the

StubHub Center in Carson, California, onuly 8. Team Canada take to the pitch onhe second part of the doubleheader thatvening when they battle El Salvador.

On July 11, Adekugbe, Froese, Teibert,

and the rest of Les Rouges take onMattocks and

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