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Mr Ganilau had also been actingas the country’s Interim Prime Minister while Commodore Frank Bainimarama is in China for trade talks. The interim government has not given a reason for the resignation, but sources in Fiji have told the media that it is related to Mr Ganilau’s unhappiness over being forced to sign a deportation order for an executive involved in Fiji’s lucrative bottled water exports. “I sent my resignation through email but it has not been acknowledged by the PM as yet.” Mr Ganilau was one of the longest- serving interim ministers in Fiji’s military-backed regime. He has served in a number of positions in Commodore Bainimarama’s government. After Commodore Bainimarama staged his 2006 coup and then had himself appointed as Interim Prime Minister, Mr Ganilau joined his government. Ratu Epeli is being replaced by Ratu Epeli Ganilau Fiji’s Interim Minister for Defence, National Security and Immigration, Ratu Epeli Ganilau has resigned. Fiji’s Acting Prime minister resigns the Interim Minister for Primary Industries, Joketani Cokanasiga. The permanent secretary for information, Sharon Smith-Johns, says the Interim Prime Minister, Commodore Frank Bainimarama, will explain the resignation upon his return from China. A political scientist at the University of Auckland, Dr Steven Ratuva says it would appear that all is not well with the interim government. Ratu Epeli said that he will now spend some time with his family before deciding on his future plans. Ratu Epeli said his immediate plan is to take a trip to Taveuni and spend Christmas in his home province. November 19, 2010 Your ComplimeNtarY WeeKlY FijiaN NeWspaper sincer 2006 Owner/Broker AMEX RANJAN SHARMA FRASERIDGE REALTY Requests that for unsurpassed service and proven results phone my realtors. 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Email: [email protected] David LINGHAM Publisher Asuad ALI Senior Writer GAIB J. Lingham Chief Editor Chris Jones Editor Contributing Writers Dr. Savitri SINGH-CARLSON Assistant Professor, BScN, MSN, PhD Rev. Netani GUCAKE, MBA/USP Andrea SARAVIA - Graphic Designer Yana LOBACHEVA, Graphic Designer Salma ALI Thakur R. SINGH, Auckland, NZ #212-8532 120th Street, Surrey BC V3W 3N5 • Tel: 604-909-4088 • Fax: 1-888-528-(FIJI) 3454 www.fijitimescanada.ca www.fijitimescanada.com The move has intensifed concern about the Bainimarama regime’s targeting of foreign businesses. A question mark hangs over the sensationally successful brand - which beat Evian to become the US’s biggest-selling imported bottled water - and was drunk by US President Barack Obama immediately before his electoral victory speech. It is owned by billionaire Los Angeles celebrity couple Stewart and Lynda Resnick, who also own Telefora and collectables company Franklin Mint. The move follows the Fiji Government’s attack this year on News Limited, issuing a media decree limiting foreign ownership that forced the company to sell the country’s fagship The Fiji Times. High chief and former military commander Ratu Epeli Ganilau confrmed he had resigned as Defence, Immigration and National Security Minister - when he was also acting Prime Minister - because he and military ruler Frank Bainimarama “had some differences over the David Roth issue”. Commodore Bainimarama is in China until next week, but had asked Ratu Epeli to sign documents to remove Mr Roth, a US citizen who last month received an award from the US State Department for Fiji Water’s corporate excellence. Ratu Epeli was replaced by Primary Industries Minister Joketani Cokanasiga, who appears to have signed the documents. Mr Roth was preparing to leave Fiji. His wife and children, aged fve and three, were planning to follow soon. The fve-year-old was blithely singing Fiji’s national anthem during a farewell tea given by Fijian friends. The offcial reasons for Mr Roth’s removal remain unknown. The government’s spokeswoman, Sharon Smith-Johns, said that “nothing has come through from immigration” about the issue. Sources close to Fiji Water, however, said that it was believed the government wished to localize Mr Roth’s position and to take steps towards changing the access to the 40m-deep artesian aquifer in the Yaqara valley in the north of Viti Levu, the main island, which is the source of the water. The Resnicks, who own Fiji Water, are A-list Californian celebrities whose circle includes rock entrepreneur David Geffen, singer Barbra Streisand, historian Jared Diamond and biographer Walter Isaacson. Paris Hilton, Halle Berry, Tom Cruise, Cameron Diaz, Harrison Ford, Nicole Kidman, Brad Pitt, Justin Timberlake, Britney Spears, Bruce Springsteen, Scarlett Johansson and P Diddy are among celebrities photographed drinking Fiji Water. The company has claimed that the water, frst bottled in 1996, provides 20 per cent of Fiji’s exports and 3 per cent of its gross domestic product, and employs more than 350 Fijians. It says: “Fiji Water has been an important source of foreign investment, and a powerful advertisement for Fiji abroad, driving global interest in tourism and spurring economic development.” The International Monetary Fund last week sent a team to review the country’s economy. DaVID RoTh, The heaD oF oNe oF The CouNTRy’S BIggeST expoRTeRS haS BeeN aSkeD To leaVe THE Fiji government expelled David Roth, the American in-country head of Fiji Water, one of the country’s top exporters. A delegation from the Expo 2010 Shanghai China arrived in Fiji to meet members of the South Pacifc Tourism Organisation (SPTO). This follows the success of the Pacifc Pavilion during the expo. The delegation’s visit is their way of personally thanking the 14 Pacifc countries that took part in the Expo. The delegation headed by the Executive Vice- Mayor of Shanghai Municipal Government, Yang Xiong was hosted to dinner by the SPTO before they departed for Suva. They were to visit the Chinese Ambassador, former Deputy Prime Minister Ratu Epeli Ganilau and the President Ratu Epeli Nailatikau before leaving for Australia. Pacifc Pavilion director Bernadette Rounds-Ganilau said the Shanghai Government could not visit all the Pacifc countries and instead stopped over in Fiji to thank all the countries through SPTO. Mrs Ganilau said the expo greatly beneftted Pacifc countries which want to attract Chinese visitors. “These are key players in the Shanghai World Expo. They have come here to just say thank you and they will be visiting the President and Deputy Prime Minister,” Mrs Ganilau said. “They have thanked the Pacifc countries for our participation at the Expo where seven million visitors had passed through the Pacifc Pavilion. We were rewarded with a gold award for creative display at the Expo.” SPTO chief executive offcer Ilisoni Vuidreketi said the Pacifc Pavilion won two awards during the expo. “We won two awards at the Shanghai World Expo; the best pavilion for organisation and the most unique pavilion for the setup,” Mr Vuidreketi said. ShaNghaI expo oFFICIalS VISIT FIJI The successful prosecution of Fiji’s frst human traffcking case is considered as a great achievement by the Immigration Department. Director of Immigration Major Nemani Vuniwaqa said human traffcking has been in existence for quite some time and this serves as a warning to those who still intend to bring in people illegally. “Human traffcking has been an ongoing case and I am glad we are able to track them down. We are putting emphasis on those responsible instead of punishing the victims like before,” Major Vuniwaqa said. Indian national Kadali Murti was sentenced for six years after bringing in six others through fake travelling documents promising work in New Zealand. This prosecution was being made possible after a Crime Prosecution Decree was drawn up by the Cabinet, which defnes traffcking as a crime of compelled service which does not necessarily involve crossing a border or otherwise moving a victim, and includes several innovative provisions to protect both adult and child traffcking victims. Section 114 of the Crimes Decree also stated that a person forced or threatened and than transported from one place in Fiji to another was also liable for prosecution. “This should be a deterrent to those who have been involved in human traffcking or those who are planning on doing it,” Major Vuniwaqa said. “We want those involved to be fully prosecuted by the court of law,” he added. The offence carries a penalty of 20 years imprisonment and 25 years if the traffcking involves a child under the decree as well as under the Immigration Act. 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Tourism Minister Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum said the trend for the month of August was interesting. “Australia and New Zealand dropped off compared to the same period last year Australia went down by 5 per cent, New Zealand 2 per cent and Europe 0.18 per cent,” he said. “But what has increased has been India by 89 per cent, Japan 89 per cent, South Korea 41 per cent, Taiwan 46 per cent, China 39 per cent and USA by 6 per cent,” compared to last year’s fgures. “I think we have seen these numbers increase, of course, with markets such as China, India and even Taiwan.” Mr Sayed-Khaiyum said people might say Australia and New Zealand numbers might have dropped because the Australian dollar had strengthened against the Fiji dollar. “Normally when the dollar is strong it also provides opportunities for long- haul travel,” he said. “In particular if the country you are going to, for example, if an Australian is going to a country in Europe, that dollar carries lot more weight. It becomes lot more attractive also. “But this is one of the few months where we have had negative growth but overall very good results.” Mr Sayed-Khaiyum attributed the increase to direct fights from Hong Kong which provided easier access. “As you know now, Air Pacific has increased the frequencies to three times a week,” Mr Sayed-Khaiyum said. “That’s starting in December which again presents various openings for us and opportunities in the European market. “It’s good to see the north American market in particular USA bounce back.” TouRISm INDuSTRy TaRgeTS 600,000 VISIToRS Fiji is eyeing technical experts from India to boost our agriculture sector. Permanent Secretary for Agriculture Colonel Masson Smith confrmed this after meeting new India High Commissioner to Fiji Vinod Kumar. In the hope to strengthen Fiji’s ties with India, Mr Kumar paid a courtesy call to the Department of Agriculture. The meeting was labeled as cordial by Colonel Smith. He said a number of bilateral agreements were discussed with Mr Kumar with the aim to develop the agriculture sector in Fiji. “A number of Memorandum of Understanding has been drafted between Fiji and India and are now awaiting confrmation from New Delhi for the venues and dates,” Colonel Smith said. He said a second specifc MOU between Fiji and India on the coconut industry has been drafted. Colonel Smith said Fiji has been seeking technical assistance from India and they were expected to come in as soon as the agreements are made. “Other areas of assistance we are looking at are the exchanging of students,” he said.He said since Fiji lacked veterinary offcers they are hoping to get more than three vet offcers from India to spend at least three years here. He said that they are to train our local vet offcers before returning home. INDIa To help BooST agRICulTuRe The Ministry of Agriculture will expect no major changes in the 2011 National Budget. Permanent Secretary Colonel Mason Smith said the ministry would work with whatever budget allocated for them. “We are fully aware and understand the need of more budget allocation from other departments and ministries,” Colonel Smith said. “Whatever is there we will work from it.” Prime Minister Commodore Voreqe Bainimarama is going to announce the 2011 National Budget next week Friday. Last year Government allocated $3 million for agricultural projects with the aim to reduce Fiji’s growing reliance on imports particularly rice, livestock products, fruits and vegetables. This is because food imports have increased signifcantly over the years from $355.5m in 2005 to $520m in 2008. Government has also revealed that they plan to intensify the Export Promotion Programme by the end of the year. 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He said they would also be able to send money directly on to others mobiles anywhere in Fiji, buy recharge or airtime and also be able to withdraw cash from a BSP branch. “This partnership will also play an important role in enabling more Fijians to access fnancial services in a more convenient and cost effective way than ever before. The product is a very good example of using technology and Vodafone’s wide reach to improve the lives of our people through greater fnancial inclusion,” Mr Lal said. “M-PAiSA now becomes the quickest, most convenient and safest means of sending and receiving money anywhere in Fiji, with more than 220 agents in the Fiji market to serve them,” he said. BSP Fiji country manager Kevin McCarthy said: “We are delighted to partner with Vodafone and be their agents for M-PAiSA. Partnering with Vodafone and providing their customers the services of M-PAiSA will add value to the number of services we provide through our branches.” “This is an opportunity for both BSP and Vodafone to deliver effcient services to customers within the wide spread of our distribution network,” Mr McCarthy said. He said the M-PAiSA service would be progressively rolled out to all the 21 BSP bank outlets. VoDaFoNe SIgNS TRaNSFeR Deal WITh BaNk oF SouTh paCIFIC Customers using a BSp aTm. 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With Australian business for August constituting 44.7 per cent of total traffc, the result has again helped push Fiji’s international January-August visitor arrivals to a record-breaking 398,395. This represents an 18 per cent increase over the 337,554 achieved for the eight month period in 2009. The positive Australian result was refected across the board with all major international source markets showing growth across the eight month period. This included New Zealand numbers which have shown an overall increase of 10.07 per cent to reach 63,665 for the year. The US also experienced a 7.97 per cent increase to reach 37,262 for the year while the UK/Europe again remained in positive mode with January-August fgures having increased overall by 2.07 per cent to reach 49,924. The national tourist offce’s ongoing efforts in its key emerging markets were once again rewarded with visitor arrivals from China and India increasing by 31.7 per cent and 33.7 per cent, respectively, for the eight month period. Taiwan business also increased by 31.4 percent across the eight month period. Fiji’s gross earnings from tourism for the second quarter of 2010 are provisionally estimated at $229.7 million. As Fiji continues to aim for 600,000 visitor arrivals for 2010, the income from tourism seems just as good. Fiji Islands Bureau of Statistics reveals that the above figure represents an increase of $48.5 million or 26.8 per cent over the gross earnings of $181.2 million for the second quarter 2009. The increase is largely because of the 216,063 or 18.4 per cent increase in visitor days. Attorney-General and Minister for Tourism Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum last week revealed that a record number of 59,339 tourists visited our shores in August. He said: “This, when compared for the month to August of 2009 which was 53,994, shows an increase of approximately 6,000 visitors. “So on a month on month you are looking at 9.9 per cent increase compared to last year.” Cumulatively, if comparisons were made for January to August 2009 and January to August 2010, visitor arrivals increased by 18 per cent, compared to the same period last year. The following countries contributed to Fiji’s gross earnings from tourism in quarter two of 2010: - Australia $116.7 million - New Zealand $35 million - United States of America $19.9 million - Pacific Island Countries $13.7 million - Continental Europe $10.6 million - United Kingdom $49.5 million - Rest of Asia $9.3 million - Japan $3.9 million - Canada $3.7 million - China $3.3 million - Korea $2.1 million - Other countries $2 million. 21,000 auSTRalIaNS VISITeD FIJI IN auguST INCREAsE IN GROss EARNINGs FRom TouRISm WHAT began as a visit to a news museum for a diplomat’s wife has resulted in The Fiji Times becoming one of 778 newspapers from 82 countries being viewed daily in Washington DC, the capital of the United States. Newseum is based in Washington DC and offers visitors five centuries of news history, up-to-the-second technology and hands-on exhibits. It all began when Queenie Thompson, wife of Fiji’s ambassador to the US, Winston Thompson, visited Newseum and made the awful discovery that The Fiji Times was not among the major newspapers of the world. Encouraged by two granddaughters and a cousin, Mrs Thompson began making enquiries. “On seeing the Front Pages exhibit it was immediately apparent that of all the newspapers from all over the world, Fiji’s newspapers, The Fiji Times and Fiji Sun, had to be exhibited as our newspapers are the very first printed in the world,” she said. “We all thought that this extraordinary dimension had to be recognized and we even started to think of how to have the Fiji newspapers exhibited in a separate ‘window’ with a caption to the effect that this is ‘tomorrow’s news today’ and we had many ideas. “I called the Director of Exhibit Development (Cathy Trost) and left a message. “I asked the ambassador and the officers at the Fiji Embassy if it would be all right to pursue this initiative. “They agreed, saying that this would be an excellent project for the Fiji Embassy Spouses Program, and the personal assistant, Sala Sucu, was to be the point person. “About two weeks later I had a message on my phone from Cathy Trost. I responded, left another message, she did the same and eventually we actually spoke. “Ms Trost was so very helpful and sent the link to my email, copied to Ms Sucu who then facilitated the project. “Dallas Swinstead was contacted and here we are on the Newseum Today’s Front Pages exhibit. “I am quite delighted and exhilarated that The Fiji Times is now on Newseum’s Today’s Front Pages exhibit. I have visited the Newseum three times,” said Mrs Thompson. According to Newseum, on big news days, more than 100,000 unique visitors click on to “Today’s Front Pages” website to see how newspapers around the world cover major stories. The site’s Front Pages exhibit operates seven days a week and as close to 365 days a year. Fiji Times Limited publisher Mr Swinstead confirmed that The Fiji Times was invited to participate in the Newseum’s world of page ones by our Embassy in Washington DC. “The idea was driven by our Ambassador Winston Thompson’s wife Queenie and what a good idea it has been,” he said. “Her vision was that The Fiji Times, literally the first newspaper published in the world each day because of the international time zone, has a special place and so it came to be. “It is an amazing idea with a very clever name and it is of course a newspaper museum but one which lives every day. “And dare I say, when you look at the world’s newspapers, The Fiji Times stands tall when judged by content and presentation - clean looking and not cluttered by bits and pieces of promotions and prizes. It is a true newspaper of the world.” Mr Swinstead said the link was quickly established and would be maintained by Fiji Times Limited IT Manager Robert Khan. 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Lawhill Wines and Spirits, the local distributor, said the move would benefit the local tourism industry and local wine lovers given the worldwide recognition of the wine brand. “The Yellow Tail brand is extremely well-known, winning many awards and now available in more than 40 countries worldwide,” Lawhill director Neil Underhill said. “It will add another statement of quality to our tourism industry.” Casella Winery’s Australasian sales manager Bob Powell, who was in Fiji recently to launch the wine with its Fiji distributor, said the company had an impressive track record. He said the Casella family began their winery on 40 acres of land in the small Aussie town of Yenda, southern New South Wales, when it frst crushed 200 tonnes of grapes in 1969 to 200,000 tonnes this year. “It (Casella) entered the United States market in 1999 expecting to sell no more than 25,000 cases of wine but at the end of the year, that number expanded to 500,000 cases,” Mr Powell said. “In fact, 2 million people around the world drink a glass of Yellow Tail everyday,” he said. A RECENT survey on our pharmacies found incidents of unprofessional misconduct where pharmacists dispensed wrong dosage of prescribed medicines. The joint survey by the Consumer Council of Fiji and the Health Ministry found in one case, a pharmacy in Lautoka dispensed 5mg of Enalapril to a patient instead of the prescribed 10. In another case, again a Lautoka pharmacy issued 15 capsules of Amoxcillin instead of 9 or 10 capsules for an eight-hourly course. A pharmacy in Nadi dispensed 28 tablets of 20mg of Crescent simvastatin rather than 30 tablets of 20mg, while a pharmacy in Nausori dispensed 40 tablets of 5mg of Minidiab glipizide instead of 30. “Consumers have faith in pharmacists that as professionals, they will dispense the right dosage of medication as per prescription,” council chief executive offcer Premila Kumar said. “Too little or too much of any mediation could have an adverse effect on one’s health.” Mrs Kumar also said another major concern was that of fraudulent practices in some pharmacies. “For example, our survey found three pharmacies selling generic medication labeled as originator brand and also charging the price of the originator brands, which is much more expensive,” she said. The council has recommended that the Pharmacy and Poisons Board together with the Commerce Commission prosecute pharmacies if a breach occurs and for the industry to be regulated. She said in the survey of 47 pharmacies, the council paid $1169 for the medicines and would be given as evidence to the authorities. yelloW TaIl WINeS lauNCheD IN FIJI SuRVey uNVeIlS DoSage pRoBlem Shelvin prasad of the Consumer Council of Fiji sorting out pharmaceutical products at their offce in Suva Friday November 19, 2010 Fiji Times Canada • V4 No51 8 WORLD RENOWNED SPIRTUAL HEALER READER AND ADVISOR PSYCHIC JAYDE tells past present and future palm tarot card and psychic readings FLEETWOOD, SURREY 778-868-3162 By Appointment Only • 10am-9pm • 7 Days a Week CALL TODAY FOR A BETTER TOMORROW 100% GUARANTEED 3 READINGS $25 There Is No Problem Too Big Or Small REUNITES LOVED ONE ONE VISIT WILL CONVINCE YOU OF HER GOD GIVEN POWER TO HEAL BY PREY. SHE WILL TELL YOU WHO IS TRUE AND WHO IS FALSE. CALL YOUR ENEMY OUT BY NAME. WITH OVER 20 YEARS EXPERIENCE IN REMOVING KALA JADOO BLACK MAGIC NEGATIVE INFLUENCES. 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Hopgood says the hotel has provided valuable income for the people of Nadroga for the past ten years. “We thank you for providing revenue to the local business houses on the Coral Coast which many of our families are involved in. Your intention may have been to build a resort for holiday makers to visit in Fiji, but for us, the staff, you have built a second home.” The hotel employs more than 400 locals High profle delegates present at the celebrations included President Ratu Epeli Nailatikau, Tourism Minister Aiyaz Sayed- Khaiyum and business leaders. ouTRIggeR oN The lagooN CeleBRaTeS 10Th aNNIVeRSaRy The Outrigger on the Lagoon Fiji celebrated their 10th anniversary. The Bank of Baroda has experienced good progress in Fiji in line with the overall growth of the bank worldwide says Executive Director- Narasipur Srinath. Srinath who is visiting Fiji from India for the bank’s 50th anniversary – says Baroda has over 70,000 customers in Fiji, and the bank is both retail and commercially focused. He says the main objective now is to increase the bank’s clientele to ensure future growth. “Bank of Baroda in Fiji is quiet good and in tune with the banks overall growth. It has shown a growth of in the past two and a half years of 80 to 90 per cent. In the banking industry any growth over 20 per cent is deemed as a good growth, hence I am extremely happy with the growth. In the days ahead, we want to increase the clientele base.” Srinath and other bank executives from India will be meeting the government and other stakeholders before they return. PASSENGERS of Air Pacifc and Pacifc Sun are encouraged to plan their trips in advance to avoid missing out special fares. The development comes in response to queries received by The Fiji Times Labasa offce that special air fare rates were unavailable. “We are told the special rate fight seats have been sold and that there are only a limited number of seats on one fight,” commuter Timoci Tudravu said. Airline spokesman Samisoni Pareti said there was a seven-day advance purchase requirement for special fares under which a passenger had to pay the fare seven days before departure. “Airlines use special fares similar to happy hour specials or other special offers that are promoted by supermarkets,” he said. “For these promotions, there is a specifc time frame within which you can get the special, otherwise normal rates apply. “This kind of advance purchase conditions are common and used by airlines all over the world.” Mr Pareti said Pacifc Sun offered a range of fares for the Labasa market and allocated seats based on the demand forecast. “Specials are reserved for fights where we predict lower demand and we allocate limited seats to them - this too is a common practice around the world,” he said. “People ought to buy the special fare quickly before it expires and on busy fights seats sell out quickly and fares tend to go up closer to departure.” The special fare was published for sale initially on September 22 and is valid for sale up to November 30 and travel up to the same date. SPOUSES are being reminded that domestic violence cases before the court system are no longer matters for reconciliation, police prosecutor Sergeant Viliame Sogare said. The message follows the imprisonment of a Bua man for four months for beating his wife. On August 26 Ajodya Prasad, 39, of Tausa, Bua, after packing rice in a bag, asked his wife Sanjeshni Lata to help load the bag onto his shoulders. But Lata refused. In anger Prasad picked up a stick and struck her three times in the head. The matter was reported to police. The case was called in Labasa court late last week where Lata said she and her husband had reconciled. Magistrate Ropate Cabelawa enquired whether she had suffered injuries and whether their children were present during the incident. Lata said her two children witnessed the beating. The magistrate then told the court domestic cases were no longer reconcilable offences. “My advice to spouses is that they need to take care of each other and they should not lay hands on each other,” Sgt Sogare said. “Domestic violence and assault causing bodily harm can no longer be reconciled in court.” BaNk oF BaRoDa makINg gooD pRogReSS IN FIJI aIRlINe eNCouRageS To plaN TRIpS 4 moNThS JaIl TeRm FoR BeaTINg WIFe More than 50 people - born with a condition called cleft-lip and other genetic deformities, scars and abnormalities will undergo surgery this week – thanks to a surgical team from Cairns, Australia. Cleft lip or cleft palate - is a congenital defect that children are born with which affects their speech and swallowing. Health Ministry spokesperson Peni Namotu says 5 cases were booked for surgery. The team led by - Specialist Plastic Surgeon Dr Daniel Rowe arrived into the country last Sunday to perform plastic and reconstructive surgery for free. “Experts that conduct inter-plast surgeries are something that we don’t have in Fiji. They will be conducting surgeries on patients that have made their bookings and appointment with them.” The team is based at the Lautoka Hospital and will be in the country for two weeks. auSTRalIaN SuRgeoNS FoR CleFT-lIp opeRaTIoN Friday November 19, 2010 Fiji Times Canada • V4 No51 10 Fiji News KERALA GENERATION FAMOUS INDIAN ASTROLOGER EXPERT ASTROLOGER IN PALM AND FACE READING PRIVATE & CONFIDENTIAL PANDIT PREM DASS Would you like to know your future? Do you want guidance and immediate solutions to problems? Are you or someone you know suffering from pain and need healing? 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This was completed about two weeks ago and we do not expect any more harvest this year. What we expect to do is purchase additional seeds from New Zealand at the end of the year and to commence the next phase of planting sometime in March next year.” Smith was reacting to the shortage of potatoes in the local market. However the total revenue earned from local harvested potatoes this year will be known early next month. THIRTY of 47 pharmacies in Fiji studied for their medicine pricing structure are charging higher prices for the same brands and quantity of prescribed medication sold to patients. In some cases, consumers have been overcharged by as much as 460 per cent despite the regulated 35 per cent maximum mark-up on prescription drugs. Revelations have also emerged that some pharmacies have ignored doctors’ prescriptions and decided on their own dosage for patients on certain medications. These were revealed in a joint survey by the Consumer Council and the Ministry of Health conducted from April to May this year as it investigated the prices of prescription drugs, pharmacy practices and anti-competitive conduct. The survey focused on seven medicines prescribed for common illnesses in Fiji such as diabetes, high blood pressure and heart diseases - Amoxicillin, Enalapril, Simvastatin, Metformin, Frusemide, Glipizide and Aspirin. Consumer Council chief executive Premila Kumar revealed that 43 pharmacies chose to dispense branded medication only above the recommended generic drugs (copy of original brands) that increased a patient’s $15 prescription to $44, equivalent to three months supply of medicines. Fiji has been ranked 86th out of 169 countries surveyed as the best place to live in the World making a signifcant jump in rankings since last year. This ranking is highlighted in the 2010 UNDP Human Development Index report released by UN Secretary General Ban Ki Moon. The report highlights that Fiji’s ranking has improved signifcantly from 2009 when Fiji was ranked 108th. Each year since 1990 the Human Development Report has published the Human Development Index (HDI) which was introduced as an alternative to conventional measures of national development, such as level of income and the rate of economic growth. Between 1980 and 2010 Fiji’s HDI rose by 0.7% annually. The HDI trends tell an important story both at the national and regional level and highlight the very large gaps in well being and life chances that continue to divide our interconnected world. The report also shows that between 1980 and 2010, Fiji’s life expectancy at birth increased by almost 6 years. Meanwhile, Australia and New Zealand are ranked second and third respectively in terms of the best countries to live in. Norway has been ranked number one as the best country in the world to live in. 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However, the shortage of Rewa butter supply will remain unchanged until the price determination by the Commerce Commission is revised. Rewa dairy CEO Ratu Savenaca Seniloli said the question of when supply would be fully restored was matter for the commission to answer. The company has operated at a loss of $2million because of its inability to sell at a proft. “Unfortunately, the Government- controlled trading environment is not acknowledging the development role Rewa Dairy plays,” he said. Last month, the company requested a 13.7 per cent increase in the price of wholesale and retail Rewa butter. The request was made to the Commerce Commission. However, wholesale price rose by two to three cents. Retail prices of Rewa butter rose by two cents for 125g, fve cents for 250g and 11 cents for 500g. “The submission came in response to the former Prices and Incomes Board recommendation to the Minister of Finance earlier in September implying that the prices be retained to the existing price approved in April, 2010,” the Commerce Commission said in a statement. “Despite the rise in landed cost, the commission considered that it is only fair to consider all other shipments which arrived from March to September, 2010, given the volume and associated costs. “Only the cost of raw material is adopted in this review while all other costs remain unchanged.” Ratu Savenaca said the cooperative reviewed the procurement volume for this quarter and will review it again once the environment to trade in the country improves. “The Fiji dairy industry development framework includes the Government allowing Rewa Dairy to trade with margins that will cover the upstream developing costs. Butter SHortaGe CLOSE to $5000 worth of goods were confscated from fve supermarkets in Lautoka city because they were not complying with the Food Safety Act and Regulation. This was revealed by the Lautoka City Council’s acting health services director, Rouhit Singh. Some of the condemned items were 40 kilograms of fsh, 20 kilograms of lamb products, 15 whole chickens and 20 containers of ice-cream were taken out plus 24 cans of apricot nectar. “The ice-cream was as hard as rock and the cans of apricot nectar were deteriorating products. These items were not according to the Foods Act and we will continue to work on the supermarkets until we know that consumers are getting value for their dollar,” said Mr Singh. The council is working jointly with the Ministry of Health - but is giving the supermarkets verbal warnings. “By today we will have notices up and if they still don’t comply then we will be forced to fne them,” said Mr Singh. He said there was no spot fne when it comes to food check but they were determined to make sure consumers were not being cheated. The council and the ministry will continue working together this week to check on the supermarkets. $5000 wortH oF coNDemNeD itemS DENTAL fees being charged by the Ministry of Health are heavily subsidized by government and treatment is provided to as many people at reduced costs, says ministry spokesman Peni Namotu. He made the comment following concerns that people had to resort to private practitioners for treatment because public sector clinics did not have some equipment. “The ministry has the responsibility of providing basic oral health service to the total population. “A very small percentage of the population requires advanced dental treatment and the provision of these services require very expensive machines, material and specialist care which only a few patients in urban areas are able to afford,” Mr Namotu said. “We are providing as many treatments as possible to as many people as possible at reduced costs. “People are encouraged to have fllings done early to avoid large and costly restorations which are available only at urban areas and which are very costly.” Mr Namotu said the ministry’s oral health department had always strongly advocated and pursued preventative and conservative treatment. “That is, have fllings rather than extractions,” he said. “All the dental clinics throughout the country have the machines, equipment and materials to provide fllings for all patients.” Mr Namotu said those who required advanced and complicated dental management were referred to the larger centers. Meanwhile, Mr Namotu said dental teams visiting schools promoted preventative and flling treatments for school children. DeNtal coStS Friday November 19, 2010 Fiji Times Canada • V4 No51 16 Fiji News The Civil Service should undergo a review to determine whether the size is right, says International Monetary Fund (IMF) team leader, Jonathan Dunn. Mr Dunn said this while visiting Fiji. “Though we cannot say if the civil service is large but I think that’s the point of review. We are also not civil service reform experts. “As you may know the World Bank and Asian Development bank both have participated in our mission and have been giving technical assistant and help in other areas and I think a review should be conducted,” he said. “The review should ascertain two things,” he said. - Whether the size is right -Whether the distribution or positions across ministries is correct as well. “To ensure that the wage bill can be contained over the medium term, the government should conduct a review,” he said. He said borrowing by the Government from the Fiji National Provident Fund and other lenders should continue to be at market-determined rates. Accelerating structural reforms, he said, would spur growth and help protect macro- economic stability. “The mission welcomes the efforts of the sugar task force to develop a sugar industry reform framework and encourages the Government to seek the best professional advice available globally to help develop and implement a detailed reform plan,” Mr Dunn said. civil Service will uNDerGo review A 23-year-old resident of Tuatua, Labasa, is happy to be one of the Labasa Okinawa Goju-Rya Karatedo Federation reps selected to represent Fiji in the second Oceania tournament in New Zealand next month. Ashrit Lal said he worked hard to win a spot in the tournament. He said he had been practicing karate for 12 years. He said karate was part of his hobbies and interest and it had allowed him to visit a new country. “I am happy to be one of the students chosen to represent my country (Fiji) in the second Oceania this year,” Mr Lal said. From the 15 students, Mr Lal is the only one rep from Labasa. But he needs help. “I am looking for a sponsor. If I get it I will do my best for me and my country,” Mr Lal said. laBaSa reSiDeNt For NZ meet TWO young brothers who were brought up around the Lautoka bus stand pray by their bedside every night, thanking God for their lives. Their earliest memories are as toddlers begging in the streets of Lautoka with their father for their daily survival. “Life on the streets was hard. My younger brother Mohammed Zaid was only four years old when we were taken in by this centre,” said Mohammed Izaz, 9, referring to the Veilomani Boys Home and Rehabilitation Centre in Ba. “We scraped around for food and the Lautoka bus stand was the only place I called home after my parents separated. “My life now is still something I am trying to come to terms with. It’s still so hard to believe even though we were rescued two years ago.” The boys do not know what became of their father. Izaz said he hopes the public will come out in support of the centre’s fundraising drive and open day this Saturday. “I used to worry about our lives when my parents separated,” he said. Now Izaz wants to be a professional soccer star and according to Veilomani Home superintendent Reverend Sarwesh Singh, Izaz could become Fiji’s ‘black pearl’ in soccer. Zaid, the baby of the home, said he missed not having a mother in his life. “This place is home to us and we are fortunate to have caring people around us that are always at hand to assist us in anything we want. I want to become a police offcer.” The brothers are enrolled at the Namosau Methodist Primary School. Mr Singh has urged the public to participate in the open day as it is part of their fundraising drive to help children. liFe oF two BrotHerS mohammed Zaid, 6, (left) with mohammed izaz, in front of their veilomani Boys Home residence in Ba Friday November 19, 2010 Fiji Times Canada • V4 No51 17 Spain’s new non resident Ambassador Marcos Gomez Martinez presented his credentials to the President, Ratu Epeli Nailatikau, at Government House on Tuesday. Mr Martinez has a diplomatic career that started in the early 1990s when he frst joined the Spanish Foreign Offce. He served as counselor for the Spanish Embassy in Moscow from 1993 to 1996, at the embassy in Buenos Aires from 1998 to 2001 and was counselor for his country’s permanent representation in Geneva. On December 28, 2007, he was appointed the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Spain to New Zealand. Holding a legal background, Mr Martinez, who is based in Wellington, was also decorated with the Knight of the Order of Civil Merit and the Offcer of the Order of Isabel la Catolica. Ratu Epeli extended his well wishes to the King, the Government and the people of Spain after accepting Mr Martinez’s credentials. SpaniSh Envoy viSitS thE prESidEnt Spain’s non resident ambassador marcos Gomez martinez and the president, ratu epeli Nailatikau, at Government House. SECURITY at Government House will be strengthened once work on a new fence, which is four months ahead of schedule, is completed. The President’s offcial secretary, Joeli Rokovada, said the fencing project was initially estimated at about $2million. “Ahead of schedule, we expect work to be completed by December,” Mr Rokovada said. Running a distance of 2227.6 metres and a height of 2.4 metres, the fence encloses Government House and Thurston Gardens. “With the old fence we had problems of stray animals, especially dogs but this fence should keep them out,” Mr Rokovada said. “It does give more security and privacy to Government House.” Meanwhile, the offce has submitted a 2011 Budget request of about $3m for capital works to be undertaken in the new year. These include the major structural upgrading works for Government House, repairs to the swimming pool and tennis and squash courts. Drainage works for the waterlogged coronation grounds are also planned. SecuritY meaSureS at GoverNmeNt HouSe SEE SANITA TODAY FOR A BETTER TOMORROW 604-271-7012 • Solvesallproblemsoflife • 100%accuracy • 68yearsofexperience • Willsolveallyourtroublesinjustonevisit • Removesbadluckandallevilinfuences • Sanitawillreadyoulikeanopenbook PAST,PRESENT,FUTURE. SPECIALIZING IN REMOVING BLACK MAGIC, BAD LUCK, NEGATIVE ENERGY. 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Som liNGam wHo leFt uS 5 YearS aGo Fiji News Friday November 19, 2010 Fiji Times Canada • V4 No51 18 N O W O P E N BOB’S FARM Contact Bob 604-220-4579 16TH Avenue, Langley, BC Lamb • Goat • Duck Chicken • Pigeon By: Thakur Ranjit Singh PM Helen Clark’s government had set a high standard for the top offce of Commissioner of Police by supporting the departure of the then Commissioner of Police Peter Doone for allowing a female passenger to drive a motor vehicle after having a few glasses of wine and allegedly interfering in police work. John Key’s government would be seen to be shortening such a clean yardstick for the top cop of New Zealand if they support the appointment of the current Solomon Islands’ Police Commissioner Peter Marshall as the new Commissioner of Police for New Zealand. This was after the search for New Zealand’s next top cop was narrowed down to four people subsequent to the announcement of Commissioner Howard Broad to step down in March 2011. One of those on the shortlist is Marshall. In a Solomon Star report (link: http:// solomonstarnews.com/news/national/8871- moti-doubts-marshall- ) by Susan Merrell, Julian Moti, the controversial Solomon Islands former Attorney General casts doubts on the suitability of Marshall as New Zealand’s top cop. Marshall has been on secondment to the Solomon Islands Police force (SIPF) since 2007 under a bilateral agreement between the two countries. “Kiwi taxpayers won’t be very proud of their aspiring top cop when they learn of his disservice to the rule of law elsewhere at their expense,” Mr Moti told Merrell as reported in the Solomon Star of 31 October 2010. Moti accused Marshall of colluding with the Australian authorities to facilitate his deportation or “disguised extradition” to Australia in direct contravention of a magistrate’s order that prohibited his removal by the SIPF. “In my presence he [Marshall] famously told all my lawyers he had ‘no time for legal technicalities,” said Moti. He said he shuddered to think how Kiwis must feel about such a cavalier attitude to the law and lawyers possessed by their [potential] chief law enforcer. Merrell reported that at the time, the then Solomon Islands’ attorney general was wanted in Australia on charges relating to sex with a minor. They were charges that had been dealt with by a Vanuatu court eight years previously. Mr Moti had been exonerated. She added that Moti’s deportation on 27 December 2007, effectively removed him from political infuence in the Solomon Islands’ where he, and the government he served, was often at loggerheads with Australia. This led to assertions that the new charges were ‘politically motivated,’ Moti had claimed his removal from the Solomon Islands was illegal and amounted to kidnapping and considers Mr Marshall’s complicity “shameful”. Mr Marshall, then the Deputy Commissioner of the SIPF, on questionable advice from those Mr Moti labelled “legal imposters,” ignored a magistrates restraining order and went ahead with aiding the deportation of Mr Moti against the instructions of his superior, according to testimony proffered to a Brisbane Supreme Court that was, at the time, hearing Mr Moti’s successful motion for a permanent stay of prosecution. This decision was later overturned on appeal. Moti accused Mr. Marshall of causing “the fagrant breaches of my basic human rights…and the injustice and indignity” that day when he (Moti) was deported. In an article on this subject on in the local media in January this year, this author not only questioned the neutrality of Australian police in this matter, but also questioned the partisan treatment of this issue by the Australian media. The issue raised by this author then was: “The issue that we have on our doorsteps is: what happens when the fourth estate fails to honour its principled ethics and compromises basic media principles? Is there then a need for a fifth estate to be the watch dog of the watchdog that the fourth estate was intended to be in the first place? While that question is left to the media fraternity and academics to answer, the available evidence suggests that dubious Australian imperialism in the Pacific is not merely confined to the government, but extends to the mainstream Australian media as well,” The issue that all the media observers in New Zealand will be interested in is to what extent are the mainstream New Zealand media prepared to raise this issue that threatens to challenge New Zealand’s placing on the top rank of a clean and transparent country. Can it afford to have such a Commissioner of Police with such questionable records? [Thakur Ranjit Singh is a post graduate student at School of Communication Studies at AUT and is a political commentator] SuitaBilitY oF peter marSHall to HeaD NZ police queStioNeD, aND comeS uNDer Spot liGHt police commissioner of Solomon islands, peter marshall (with police cap) looks up to Julian Moti as he (Moti) speaks his fnal words to him before ascending into plane to be deported off to australia on 27 December, 2007. Friday November 19, 2010 Fiji Times Canada • V4 No51 19 Fiji News Contact: Praveena Phone: 604 585 2066 PRASAD DRI VI NG SCHOOL Hourly Lessons Package Deals ICBC APPROVED CLASS 5&7 SHaeeZa iS cocKtailer oF tHe Year teacHerS to learN more iN japaN Blue laGooN cruiSeS For rotuma electric carS at Hotec traDe SHow StuDeNt ‘ruNS oFF’ witH SpoNSor’S partNer SHAEEZA Shazieen, 21, was on cloud nine when she was named the Fiji Islands Hotels and Tourism Association Cocktailer of the Year. New to the business, the Radisson Resort employee said she didn’t expect to win the award and was lost for words when her name was announced at the Sofitel Resort. “This is my only second year in the business and I just didn’t expect to win the award,” she said. She said her accomplishment has inspired her to devote more time to the business and improve further. Naviti Resort’s Marica Koroi scooped the Bartender of the Year Award. Meanwhile Minister of Tourism Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum says the hotel and tourism sector needs to be more vigilant. He said more there were many opportunities associated with hotels and these must be fully utilized. “We need to realize that tourists don’t come to Fiji because of another form of holiday destination,” he said. “We must realize there are numerous attractions and characteristics that the tourists need to come to Fiji and enjoy. “We need to reposition ourselves and work closely with the private sector and meet the global tourism market requirements.” Five local teachers have left for Japan to undertake training in science and mathematics. This is a three week course under the Young Leaders Training Programme run by the Japanese Government. Vimlesh Lal, Ashniel Bijay, Luke Serubasaga, Sandhya Devi and Esala Turukawa are part of the fve-member team heading to Japan. The training programme will prepare young leaders to shoulder the task of nation-building. They will study in their respective felds and deepen their understanding through the interactions with other youths. The teachers will acquire knowledge from science and mathematics education in Japan and discuss their ideas with the education board. BLUE Lagoon Cruises Fiji announced two voyages to Rotuma, the frst scheduled for November 27. CEO Tim Stonehill made the announcement, saying BLC was more than ready to take on the task. “We are delighted to have been asked by Fiji Shipping to operate two voyages to Rotuma as soon as possible,” he said. “Blue Lagoon will utilize MV Nanuya Princess for this service. “Our maiden voyage is scheduled to depart Lautoka Wharf on November 27 at 8am and the ship is expected to dock at Rotuma on Monday, November 29.” The second voyage is scheduled to depart from Lautoka on Thursday, December 9. Mr Stonehill said due to the size of the vessel, cargo was limited to 150kg a passenger and fares were inclusive of all meals. “We can carry 46 deck passengers at $225 each way, 10 dormitory passengers at $300 one way and 48 berth passengers at $350 each way,” he said. Also included in the fare is a return bus service from Suva to Lautoka. jeff Strampel and robyn Strampel with one of their electrical vehicles at the Hotec trade show at Softel Resort & Spa, Denarau in Nadi ELECTRIC vehicles are on sale at the Hotec Trade Show at Softel in Nadi. They are being displayed by Hurricane Products Limited. Owners Robyn and Jeff Strampel travelled from New Zealand because they regard Fiji as a potential client. Their electric vehicles, which look like golf-carts, are energy-effcient and environmentally-friendly. “We got the idea after we sold one of our products to a guy at Musket Cove and he told us to check out Fiji, so this is our frst time to try and sell our product here,” said Mrs Strampel. “But we have been here on holiday.” The New Zealand couple plan to set up a base at Denarau. “We heard about this Hotec trade show and thought we would check it out and after we heard there was only a 15 per cent duty, we jumped at this opportunity,” said Mrs Strampel. The vehicles which are powered by electricity are about $US7000 ($F12,800), depending on the brand. They can be charged by being plugged into the usual power-point, and are considered very low maintenance. A woman has been told she is responsible for a 28-year-old Fiji student she sponsored - even though the student has left her home with the sponsor’s partner. Jay Chetty is angry that Immigration NZ will not release her from her sponsorship obligations after Ranjeeta Raj Mani “destroyed” Ms Chetty’s relationship with her 60-year-old partner. Ms Chetty agreed in June to sponsor Ms Mani when she could not show Immigration NZ she had enough funds to support her studies. But Ms Chetty said the relationship soured after Ms Mani, who had been staying at her South Auckland home, got a little too close to her partner, John Shapcott. “I was extremely hurt and at a total loss about what to do then, so I wrote to Immigration telling them about our situation and to withdraw my sponsorship for Ranjeeta.” Her letters to Immigration and the minister also expressed her concern over the appropriateness of the relationship between her partner and the sponsored student. “I was shocked when they said in a letter they will not release me, and that I will continue to be responsible for her.” Immigration manager Bernard Maritz said in the letter: “Merely withdrawing your sponsorship for Ms Mani does not release you from your responsibilities until such time as she has left the country.” “She destroyed my relationship with John, for God’s sake. This policy is not just unfair; it is cruel, rude and pathetic. Why is Immigration allowing people who behave inappropriately to carry on staying in New Zealand, when they are breaking up families and homes?” said Ms Chetty. Immigration NZ chief Nigel Bickle said the Immigration Act did not provide for sponsors to withdraw from the agreement they had signed, and where sponsorships were withdrawn, they would be considered case by case. Changes to the act taking effect from November 29 would make sponsors of temporary migrants also responsible for costs including medical, deportation and other expenses incurred by the Government. But Mr Bickle said the responsibilities would not be imposed on existing sponsors such as Ms Chetty. He said it would be possible for a person to change sponsor under the new provisions. Mr Shapcott said he was prepared to take over Ms Mani’s sponsorship if that was possible. He would not say if he and Ms Mani were now living together or whether they were a couple, but said he cared for her as “a father or an uncle would”. “I left my partner because our relationship ended. It’s just that plain and simple.” Ms Mani’s immigration adviser, Viveg Mudaliar, said new evidence had been submitted to Immigration NZ to show she had enough funds to support her studies and no longer needed a sponsor. Friday November 19, 2010 Times Canada • V4 No51 20 World News The Supreme Court in Perth has been told a chainsaw was used to dismember a man after he was killed with an axe. Brett McDonald is on trial accused of the willful murder of 41-year-old acquaintance Steven Peterson sometime between September and December 2005. Mr Peterson’s bones were found in a quarry in Munster in March last year. Lawyers for McDonald have told the court he does not deny killing Mr Peterson but that he suffers a signifcant mental disorder that deprived him of the capacity to know that what he was doing was wrong. Prosecutors allege the two men were never friendly and that McDonald had made his dislike for Mr Peterson known over a number of months. Indonesian customs offcers in Bali have arrested a 35-year-old Japanese man they claim was trying to smuggle almost six kilograms of hashish from India to Australia. The Indonesian authorities have named the man as Yuki Morita. They say his bags were searched after an X-ray scan of his bag detected 13 suspicious packages and an ion scan tested positive for cannabis. The authorities say the man has admitted buying hashish in India which he intended to sell in Australia. Another two foreign house-maids working in the Middle East have claimed their employers savagely abused them. One says she was forced to swallow nails, while the other says she had nails hammered into her. A 38-year-old Sri Lankan woman has accused her Kuwaiti employers - a man and his wife - of driving nails into her hands and leg after she asked to be paid her salary for the past six months. She is the second maid who has made such allegations. Earlier this year, another Sri Lankan woman claimed her employers in Saudi Arabia had hammered 24 nails into her hands, feet and forehead. Now, another Sri Lankan maid in Jordan has alleged her employers forced her to swallow six nails. Sri Lankan police are investigating the allegations. Claims of abuse against foreign maids in the Middle East are common. One of the world’s biggest and most valuable collections of Antarctic books and journals has been donated to the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery. Donor Rosemary Balmford’s obsession with Antarctica began with a humble paperback. “My parents gave me a paperback copy of “The Worst Journey In The World” by Apsley ‘Gerry’ Gerard, which is one of the classics,” she said. “And that sort of aroused an interest I think and just went on from there.” The collection she has donated to the museum in Hobart has grown to more than 437 books - including many precious frst editions. Curator Ian Terry says he discovered a treasure trove of Antractic history in every donated box. “Accounts of Shackleton’s expeditions, Scott’s expeditions, Mawson’s expeditions,” he said. Mr Terry says he hopes the collection will help establish the museum as a centre of Antarctic learning. Ms Balmford says she’s held on to one book - the paperback gift from her parents. A giant white truffe has been sold to a Hong Kong-based wine critic for 105,000 euros ($145,000) at a lavish auction near the town of Alba in northern Italy. The truffe, presented at the auction in the medieval Castello di Grinzane in a region of Italy famous for its cuisine, weighed 900 grams. The price per gram for the truffe was therefore 117 euros ($162) - lower than the rate of 133 euros ($184) per gram paid at the same auction last year. The buyer was Jeannie Cho Lee, a South Korean wine critic living in Hong Kong, who made her bid via a satellite link-up. Ms Lee said on her Twitter account that she bought the truffe together with friends and will hold “a white truffe feast” after it arrives. “It is all for charity so it isn’t logical prices,” she said. Last year’s truffe also went to a buyer from Hong Kong. Italian businessman Antonio Bertolotto bought three truffes for a total of 108,000 euros ($149,000) and said he would donate one to Pope Benedict XVI. Most of the proceeds from the auction, which brought in 307,000 euros ($425,000), will go to Italian scholarships and charities as well as the Mother’s Choice children’s charity in Hong Kong. DeaD man DismembereD by chainsaw, court tolD man helD in bali over cannabis smuggling arab employers forceD maiD to swallow nails antarctic Donation a treasure trove wine critic buys $145k truffle The truffe, presented at the auction in the medieval Castello di Grinzane in a region of Italy famous for its cuisine, weighed 900 grams. A Filipina maid and her Bangladeshi lover will receive 100 lashes and be deported for having sex out of wedlock in Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates, a newspaper said. The Sharjah Sharia Court ordered the Filipina to be lashed 100 times and deported for “unlawful sex”, said the Gulf News report. The Bangladeshi would be lashed for adultery and jailed for a year for entering the house belonging to the Filipina’s sponsor without permission before being deported. Foreign workers in the UAE and most other Gulf states must be sponsored by an employer to work in the country. In some cases, employers hold the worker’s passport and can deny permission to change jobs. The Filipina’s sponsor saw her lover leaving the house and reported it to police, Gulf News said, adding the two admitted to having sex after their arrest. The report said Muslim foreigners who commit adultery are lashed and deported, while non-Muslims are jailed and deported. Both the Filipina and the Bangladeshi are Muslims, it said. The UAE aims to be an international business and tourism hub and relies heavily on foreign workers but also seeks to maintain traditional mores, leading to the periodic arrest of foreigners for offences such as sex out of wedlock or kissing in public. couple to be lasheD for sex out of weDlock To get the best value for your advertisements Advertise in 604-909-4088 Toll Free: 1 866 840 2885 Fiji Times Canada • V4 No51 21 Friday November 19, 2010 World News CALL NOW! Island Driving School We make passing and parallel parking EASY Packages also available Excellent Customer Service is our Guarantee Individual lesson starts at ONLY $25/hour Umesh Chand Former Police Offcer [email protected] CALL NOW! 604-785-3198 TO GET FREE LESSONS I s l a n d D riving S c h o o l Sign-up now to qualify for FREE Lessons!! A Chinese vase discovered during a routine house clearance in a London suburb sold for 43 million pounds ($69 million), 40 times its estimate and an auction record for any work of art from Asia, the auctioneer that sold it said. “It’s a world record for a piece of Asian art,” Helen Porter of West London auction house Bainbridges told Reuters. “Its part of the end of Asian Art week, so there were a lot of buyers over for that and the room was absolutely full of Chinese people bidding against each other,” she added. The hammer price did not include 20 percent in fees and taxes. “It (the bidding) went on for half an hour. We don’t know exactly who the buyer is. I believe they’re buying on behalf of someone, but I believe they’re Chinese,” she added. The sale highlights the intense and growing competition among wealthy Chinese buyers for rare pieces of their heritage, and anything associated with imperial China appears to be particularly attractive. According to the auctioneer, the vase dates from the 1740s from the Qianlong period, would have resided “no doubt” in the Chinese Royal Palace and was fred in the imperial kilns. The auctioneer said it was a mystery how the 16-inch high piece ended up in London. Its provenance was described simply as belonging to an English family collection, probably acquired during the 1930s. “It is a masterpiece,” the auction house wrote in its blog before the sale. “If only it could talk!!” Earlier on Thursday, a white jade dragon seal which belonged to the Chinese Qianlong Emperor (1711- 1799), sold for 2.7 million pounds at auction house Bonhams. The four centimeter-square seal, which was expected to fetch 1.5-2.0 million pounds, was bought by an unidentifed Chinese buyer from Beijing. In October, auction house Sotheby’s sold a Chinese Qing dynasty vase for $32.4 million and their Asian auction series of art, jewelry, wine and watches in Hong Kong raised $400 million. olD vase fetches reCord $69M aT auCTIon Satpal Kaur Singh admitted the charge by reason of diminished responsibility at London’s top criminal court, the Old Bailey. The 44-year-old denied murder - a plea prosecutors accepted after psychiatrists concluded she was suffering from a mental disorder. The mother, from Barking in east London, feared social services would take her son Ajit away from her. Hours after meeting social workers February 9, Singh made the boy drink a cup of bleach. While the woman refused to cooperate over Ajit’s care, she appeared “calm” at the meeting, and the Old Bailey heard that no one who attended it had “any concerns about her immediate behavior.” But hours later, she called police, saying: “I’ve just murdered my son, and I’ve tried to kill myself.” Singh will be sentenced December 13. uk woman aDmits making autistic son Drink bleach a BrITISH mother has pleaded guilty to the manslaughter of her 12-year-old autistic son after making him drink bleach. Anderson, 43, arrived in Mumbai to enter the live studio near the city, a spokesman for the Colors television channel said. The actress, who appeared nude in Playboy magazine earlier this year, will join other contestants on the show, including a former bandit and the Great Khali, a popular World Wrestling Entertainment performer. Bigg Boss, which is in its fourth series, ran into controversy in the frst week of this year’s edition when activists from the Hindu nationalist Shiv Sena party protested against two Pakistani artists appearing on the show. The show, hosted by Bollywood superstar Salman Khan, included Pakistanis Veena Malik and Ali Saleem. Indian police arrested 25 people at the protest. pamela anDerson to join inDian reality tv show CanadIan model and former Baywatch babe Pamela anderson will appear in reality television show Bigg Boss, the Indian version of Big Brother. Friday November 19, 2010 Times Canada • V4 No51 22 A US$26 million (T$67m) contract has been signed for the construction and commissioning of an environmentally friendly power station. The contract was signed between the Electric Power Corporation (EPC) and Bluebird Ah Lal joint venture in association with Woods Pacifc Ltd of New Zealand and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries of Japan. According to an EPC spokesperson, it is for the design, manufacture, factory testing, supply, installation and commissioning of the Diesel Power Station at Fiaga, Aleisa. “This new diesel power station will be built according to the requirements of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment in protecting the environment and addressing all the issues currently faced by our diesel Power Station at Tanugamanono,” the spokesperson said. “Some of the issues are noise, fumes, vibration, waste oil disposal, drainage, fuel and oil management. “This is one of the major developments under the Power Sector Expansion Project, implemented by the EPC through the Project Management Unit.” The spokesperson said this contract costs US$26,681,042.16 and it consists of the construction of the Power House Building, Control Room, Switchgear Room, Cable Room, Workshop and the Supply and Installation of four new diesel engines. These new diesel engines are Mitsubishi diesel engines model MITSUBISHI 18KU30A rated 5,770 kW each with a total installed capacity of 23,080 KW, the spokesperson said. “After this new power station is built and commissioned, the existing diesel engines at Tanugamanono Power House will be dismantled and shifted to Fiaga Diesel Power Station,” they said. “Leaving the existing Tanugamanono Power Station becoming just a substation where all the hydro stations on the eastern side of Upolu are connected to and excess power will be distributed from there to other parts of Upolu.” The tentative completion date for this project is October 2011. South Pacific News nZ kiwifruit virus Delays hiring of seasonal workers from tonga $67m power station You’ll never be able to freshen up in Marina Bay MRT Station in Singapore again. all-exPenSeS PaId Week In TaHITI IS THe TrIP-of-a-lIfeTIMe fineasi funaki (44) Dies in fiji The virus afficting kiwifruit orchards in New Zealand’s Bay of Plenty has forced 20 seasonal workers from Tonga to delay their departure. The organizer of the workers, Sefta Haouli, says they were to arrive last week to work on pollination in the orchards. Richard Pamatatau reports. “Sefta Haouli says the workers recognize there is little they can do and he is urging them to be patient. He says seasonal workers across the Pacifc are beginning to express concern because if the disease cannot be contained that will affect exports and then their wages. Mr Haouli says people in Tonga are worried but hope they will be able to come to New Zealand for work in the near future. He says if the vines need to be destroyed to eradicate the virus, the impact will be signifcant in the islands.” Last week, Tahitian Noni International (TNI) gathered some of its most dedicated Independent Product Consultants (IPCs), and sent them to the pristine islands of French Polynesia with one goal: to see the origins of Tahitian Noni International and to expand their vision. The Outrigger trip is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to not only be rewarded for meeting specifc business qualifcations, but also to see just how Tahitian Noni International changes lives, and how noni has been changing lives for thousands of years. For those who qualify, Outrigger is a one week, all-expenses paid trip to the islands of Tahiti -- where guests enjoy exquisite beauty, royal treatment, and loads of fun in the sun. IPCs get to see for themselves the Tahitian Noni processing facility and groves of noni trees where noni fruit is picked and harvested. They also get to enjoy time on the beach, exquisite banquets, Polynesian shows, special entertainment, museums, traditional Tahitian storytellers, and more. IPCs are always impressed with the “legend of the noni, or medicine fruit,” as told by traditional storytellers where native Polynesians express their love of the noni fruit, and demonstrate some traditional healing remedies used in the home. Jeff Wasden, TNI’s vice president of Global Marketing, called the all-expenses paid trip an important investment. “We make this investment in our IPCs, because it changes them,” he said. “They forge a stronger connection to our company and our products by being here in Tahiti, and this experience changes their businesses, and their lives.” TNI has now taken almost 6,000 people to Tahiti. Fineasi Funaki FINEASI Funaki (44) Tonga’s former Minister of Tourism who was undergoing dialysis treatment for his kidney in Fiji died in Suva on Saturday, November 13. The CEO of the Ministry of Tourism Sakopo Lolohea confrmed to Matangi Tonga that the deceased will be fown to Tongatapu on Saturday, November 20 and his funeral will be held at his home in Vaini next week. Sakopo said Fineasi resigned from his Ministerial position in September this year in order to undergo dialysis treatment in Fiji. Fineasi had not been well during the past few months and he was suffering from a combination of illnesses including kidney failure, diabetes, heart problems and high blood pressure. The portfolio of the Minister of Tourism is currently under the Prime Minister’s portfolio. People’s Rep Prior to his appointment as the Minister of Tourism in May 2007, Fineasi was a Ha’apai People’s Representative to the Tonga Legislative Assembly. He attended Tonga College and the Teachers Training College in Tonga before pursuing further studies at the Brigham Young University in Hawaii. Fineasi is survived by his wife Mele and three children. 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Ingredients 1 whole chicken (cut in curry pieces) 4 tablespoons oil 1 onion, chopped 5 cloves of garlic, chopped 6 curry leaves 1 teaspoon cumin seeds (jeera) 1 teaspoon mustard seeds (sarso) 1/2 teaspoon fenugreek seeds (methi) 3 cardamon pods 3 cloves 1 small piece cinnamon stick 2 teaspoons garam masala 3 chilies - chopped salt to taste For rice 6 cups water 3 cups rice washed and drained well 3 tablespoons ghee or butter 1 onion 3 cardamon pods 3 cloves cinnamon stick - 1 small piece chopped fresh coriander leaves (dhania) Method Heat up a fairly large pot, add oil, then onion, garlic, curry leaves, cumin, mustard, fenugreek, cardamon, cloves and cinnamon stick. Cook for approximately 5 minutes. You may add a little more oil if it sticks. Add garam masala and chili. Stir for a minute then add chicken. Stir for a couple of minutes. Add salt. Let cook on medium heat. Add 1/4 cup water if it sticks. In another pot heat up ghee or butter. Add onion, cardamon, cloves and cinnamon. Add rice and fry for approximately 5 minutes. You may add a little oil if it sticks. Add cooked chicken. Add water and let it boil. Stir all together and let cook for a further 10 to 15 minutes on low heat without opening lid. Add coriander, stir and switch off stove. Adjust salt. Serve and enjoy. Ingredients 2 cups light sour cream 1 cucumber - grated 1 carrot - grated 1 clove of garlic - minced 1 fresh ground chili 1 tspn cumin seeds - toasted and ground salt to taste garnish with chopped cilantro Method Mix all together and serve as a condiment with any curry dish. ChiCken Pilau (Pulao) Raita ... CONTINUED FROM LAST WEEK 5. Put leftover soup or soup stock in ice cube trays and freeze. The frozen soup cubes can be wrapped and stored in the freezer. This makes it possible to serve small amounts of soup or use the entire batch for another meal. 6. A pinch of salt added to ginger-garlic paste will help increase its shelf life though it should be stored in the refrigerator. 7. Butter is best kept in the refrigerator, but it should be well wrapped and kept away from strong smelling foods. 8. To prevent fresh coconut milk from turning rancid add a pinch of salt to it. This will help preserve it for a few hours. ... MORE TIpS NExT WEEK fooD storing tips Chai Time This page contains basic information. If you are concerned about your health, you should consult a doctor. Friday November 19, 2010 Times Canada • V4 No51 28 I’m sure in childhood you heard it said many times that the most important meal of the day is breakfast. It’s a very true statement. A lot of people tend to skip breakfast and it’s not a good idea. Even though you may lead a busy life and may be in a rush in the mornings it’s vital to leave enough time for a healthy breakfast. Maybe that’s why so many people are cranky in the morning. They haven’t eaten a good breakfast so their blood sugar has dropped leaving them hungry and irritable. There again there’s also a lot of people who eat breakfast but eat the wrong type of stuff, sugary food or donuts. This isn’t a good idea. A sugary breakfast isn’t healthy. It may give you a sugar rush and a much needed boost of energy but it’s not enough to set you up for the day ahead. Maybe too, this is why people have a habit of drinking a lot of coffee. They need the jolt of energy from the caffeine to wake them up and get them going for the day. Do you ever feel sleepy or sluggish during the day? Or fnd it hard to get wakened up properly in the morning? This is because you’re probably eating an unhealthy breakfast or no breakfast at all. It’s vital to realize how important breakfast is. You should have a good substantial breakfast every day of the week. So, what to eat for breakfast. Here’s a list of do’s and don’ts. DON’T Eat sugary cereals. They’re just empty calories that aren’t benefcial for your body in any way. Too much sugar will also make you pile on the pounds. Do you ever feel tired late morning? This is because you’ve eaten too much sugar. Eat donuts. For the reasons explained above. Fried breakfasts. Although the idea of bacon and eggs may seem appealing it’s unhealthy and not good for you. All that fat will leave you feeling too full to move. Try some French toast instead. Pastries. Again these are full of sugar and empty calories and are an unhealthy choice. They provide no sustenance for the day ahead. Too Much Coffee. Just because coffee gives you a quick energy boost don’t get into the way of thinking that you can just drink that instead of having a proper meal. DO Eat a low sugar cereal. A good healthy breakfast is a bowl of cereal with milk. An egg sandwich. Very popular at fast food outlets but why not try making them at home? Experiment with ingredients. Try adding lean ham or some cheese. Make breakfast fun and exciting. Eggs. An excellent choice for breakfast. Many people may be worried by speculation that eggs are in fact not as good for you as once thought. Don’t be put off by this - just as with all other stuff moderation is the key. Pancakes. A nice treat from time to time but don’t eat too often if you’re making them in the pan as they will contain too many calories. Invest in a griddle for a healthier option and be able to eat them as often as you like. Steer clear from toppings such as syrup and sugar. Instead try adding some fresh fruit for that healthy alternative. Delicious! Juice. A great pick me up frst thing in the morning. A great alternative to coffee. Just be careful though - some people may fnd it has laxative qualities! Toast. Been around a long time but still a favourite. Go easy on the butter though. Oatmeal. A great set me up for the day. Cook and add a little sugar and some milk and you have a breakfast that fll you up and will keep you going all morning. Fruit. Chop up some fruit for a refreshing start to the day. Quick and easy to whip up into the bargain. Throw in lots of your favourite items into a healthy fruit salad. So there we have it, some great ideas for a healthy and delicious breakfast. All easy and quick to make. Just remember- stay away from the sugary junk food! BreakfasT? - WhaT To eaT In order to have proper digestion and a fast metabolism, regular consumption of fber and water is essential. They are necessary in order for your system to run effciently and effectively. Poor food choices speed up the breakdown of body tissues, which leads to the existence of fat in your body. We are, defnitely, what we eat. There are two types of fber: soluble and insoluble. Insoluble fber promotes regular bowel movement, quickly removes toxic waste and helps prevent constipation and colon cancer by keeping an optimal pH balance in the intestines, thereby preventing the production of cancer producing substances. Sources include: dark leafy green vegetables, fruits, root vegetables (skins), whole wheat, nuts and seeds. Soluble fber helps to lower total cholesterol and bad cholesterol (LDL), reducing risks of heart disease and regulates blood sugar. Sources include: oats, nuts, fax seed, phylum husk, oranges, apples, carrots, and dried beans. Soluble fbers attach to fatty acids and slow down the time it takes to empty your stomach in order to have sugar released and absorbed slowly. Here are fve ways to incorporate fber into your daily diet: 1. Drink at least three liters of water a day. Water purifes and cleanses all the systems in your body. Drink distilled water when you can. Labs and hospitals choose it over other forms of water because it is the most pure and clean. 2. Eat more fruit...any fruit. As mentioned above, fruit is a great source of insoluble and soluble fber which will help keep you regular and lower bad cholesterol. 3. Consume more vegetables. Just like fruit they are a great source of insoluble and soluble fber. 4. Make an effort to incorporate whole grains into your diet. Eating grains such as kamut, spelt, amaranth, whole wheat and oat bran will keep cravings at bay and keep you away and prevent you from reaching for those sweets. 5. Drink more natural fruit and vegetable juices and herbal teas. WhaT fIBre Does To YoUr BoDY Fiji Times Canada • V4 No51 29 Friday November 19, 2010 Canada News Contact Us tel: (604) 595-7376 fax: (604) 599-4367 [email protected] Mailing Address 43076 RPO Cascades Burnaby, B.C. V5G 4S2 Specializing in 1. Repossessions 2. Collections 3. Skip Tracing 4. Process Serving 5. Document Filing 6. Commercial Rent Distress Memberships 1. Better Business Bureau 2. ACA International 3. Surrey Board of Trade 4. 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It has brought together international speakers and representatives from Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane to look at sustainable housing and transport options. John Norquist from the Congress for the New Urbanism in the US says Brisbane is growing so quickly, a lot of burdens are being placed upon the city. He says planners need to be looking ahead by at least half-a-century. “Vancouver would be a great model for Brisbane to look at,” he said. “Vancouver has no freeways whatsoever yet it manages its traffc well. “It has good distribution of traffc, it has great transit and it has huge property values better than any other city in Canada.” Mr Norquist says public transport is vital. “I think a good lesson from the US is to not over build highways - build streets, avenues, boulevards,” he said. “Don’t build big freeways like the Riverside Expressway that’s right in front of downtown Brisbane and decreases the value of the downtown by it being there. “There’s no point in having a road like that, they’re being removed all over the world.” look to vancouver town planners tolD Canada has formally endorsed the United Nations’ Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. Canada was one of only four countries to vote against the pact three years ago. Australia and New Zealand have already signed on, leaving the US as the sole holdout. The endorsement by Canada fulfls a pledge made in March by the Canadian government. Canada’s Indian affairs minister, John Duncan, says signing the document is an important milestone on the road to respect and cooperation. It is part of an effort by Ottawa to strengthen its relationship with Canada’s native people. The national chief of Canada’s Assembly of First Nations, Shawn Atleo, welcomed the move as a positive development, but added that it is only a framework and there is a great deal of work to be done. Canada had voted against the declaration three years ago, objecting to the language used on lands, resources and self- government, and saying those rights should be negotiated, not imposed by the UN. canaDa signs un inDigenous rights pact An Indian woman who claims she’ll be slain in an honour killing if deported to the Punjab lost a bid to stay in Canada. Asha Rani, who lives in Toronto, told an Immigration and Refugee Board (IRB) she would be “persecuted” by her brother for bringing shame to the family for living unmarried with a boyfriend in the Punjab for eight years before leaving him for his friend. Rani arrived in Canada in 2007 and fled a failed refugee claim that was unsuccessfully appealed to the Federal Court of Canada. She “fears persecution at the hands of her brother, the police and society at large for bringing dishonor on to her family by living unmarried with a man,” Judge David Near said in a November 8 decision. Rani testifed that “during this time her family did not want to have any contact with her, and her brothers refused to let her see her sick mother prior to her death,” Near wrote. “Her brother threatened to kill her.” She alleged being abused by her former boyfriend before feeing to Canada with the man’s friend. Rani told the IRB in June 2007 her brother managed to have printed in a local newspaper a false notice stating she was sought by police for being of “bad character” for living in sin and offered a $1,200 reward for her whereabouts. She claimed that after being exposed as a “bad character,” she “wasn’t able to live in India free of a threat of persecution from either the police, or society at large.” Near said the IRB did not fnd Rani’s fear of her brother or police well-founded and she failed to produce evidence that she faced charges under the Indian Penal Code. Her lawyer Mark Sultan could not be reached for comment. She is the second GTA woman to claim she’ll be the victim of an honour killing if deported. Roohi Tabassum, 45, of Brampton, has a refugee appeal pending after leaving her infuential husband in Pakistan and coming to Canada to work as a hairdresser in which she touches men’s’ hair. Air Canada said it was extending fees for checking a second bag to domestic fights as well as Caribbean and Mexican destinations. The carrier will charge $20 per second checked item for all economy class customers. The fees are already in place for second bags checked on fights to the U.S., Europe and other international destinations. Air Canada said the new fees will bring it in line with industry practices. The move comes a week after low-cost carrier WestJet said it was introducing charges for passengers checking more than one bag. The $20 fee will apply from January 19, though charges for third and fourth bags were reduced. Airlines are seeking ways to boost revenue after one of the toughest periods in aviation history during the recession. The latest fgures from the International Air Transport Association show the industry is picking up with international passenger traffc rising 10.5% in September year- over-year. North America passenger traffc returned to pre-recession levels in the month, IATA said. Air Canada said its fee for a second checked bag will not apply to Air Canada Prestige, Elite, Super Elite members or Star Alliance Silver and Gold members. Executive Class and Executive First customers will continue to receive an allowance of three checked bags on all fights, regardless of destination. woman claims she’ll be killeD if DeporteD air canaDa extenDs seconD bag fees to canaDa, mexico anD caribbean Friday November 19, 2010 Fiji Times Canada • V4 No51 30 604-572-5156 Reverend Netani Gucake VEHICLES FOR SALE LOOKING FOR A QUALITY USED VEHICLE LOOK NO FURTHER SEE JIVI HARE AT HARE MOTORS LTD. PHONE NO. 604-580-7755 PRESENT THIS COUPON TO GET A SPECIAL DEAL GAYATHRI ASTROLOGER PANDITA MATAJI 100% removal of black magic, bad luck, evil spirit 12451 68 AVE, SURREY, BC (BSMT) Cell: 604-339-0734 Res: 604-590-9753 ...CONTINUED FROM LAST WEEK .The fnal miraculous catch of fsh - After his resurrection, Jesus performs one more miracle. His disciples immediately identify who is responsible for this sudden abundance of fsh stocks in the Sea of Galilee. It is the resurrected Jesus of Nazareth. He himself was raised from the dead three days after his crucifxion, just as he had predicted. Was his resurrection a real event, or a myth? Take a look at the facts and make your own informed decision. Throughout history, the infuence Jesus had on the lives of people has never been surpassed. No other great leader has inspired so many positive changes in the lives of his followers. People who encounter the risen Christ are totally transformed. Their outlook on life is altered forever. To uphold their faith, they do not hesitate to face hardship, persecution and even death. Many consecrate their lives to serving others, disregarding their own needs and desires. First Century Christians Following Jesus’ crucifxion, his disciples were devastated. They had forsaken him in the Garden of Gethsemane to save their own skins. But after they met the resurrected Christ, they were radically changed. Suddenly, they were willing to give their lives to tell Jesus’ story to the world. Many were tortured and killed because they proclaimed Jesus was alive. Skeptics and enemies were also transformed. Jesus’ younger brother, James, didn’t think Jesus was anybody special. But after his resurrected brother appeared to him, James not only believed Jesus was Lord but became the leader of the Jerusalem church and died a martyr in 62 AD. Saul of Tarsus was the chief persecutor of early Christians. He dragged people to prison. When they did not recant their faith, he was a party to their execution. But he had a dramatic encounter with the risen Christ on his way to Damascus and he was transformed from Saul, the enemy of Christianity, to Paul, the main propagator of its message. He left his position of prestige in Jewish society, to become a travelling missionary who experienced incredible suffering in order to share the love of Christ throughout the Roman empire. Roman governor Plinius Secundus wrote in his Epistles X96 that Christians were people who loved the truth at any cost. Although he was ordered to torture and execute them for refusing to curse Jesus, he was continually amazed and impressed with their frm commitments “not to do any wicked deeds, never to commit any fraud, theft, adultery, never to falsify their word, not to deny a trust when they should be called upon to deliver it up.” For centuries, true Christians around the world have stood as shining examples of the standards of truth and love established by Jesus of Nazareth. Historian Philip Schaff described the overwhelming infuence which Jesus had on subsequent history and culture of the world. “This Jesus of Nazareth, without money and arms, conquered more millions than Alexander, Caesar, Mohammed, and Napoleon; without science...he shed more light on things human and divine than all philosophers and scholars combined; without the eloquence of schools, he spoke such words of life as were never spoken before or since, and produced effects which lie beyond the reach of orator or poet; without writing a single line, he set more pens in motion, and furnished themes for more sermons, orations, discussions, learned volumes, works of art, and songs of praise than the whole army of great men of ancient and modern times.” Modern Day Christianity The power of Christ knows no boundary of time or space. In our own age, many skeptics have been convinced just as thoroughly their frst-century counterparts. For example, Lew Wallace, a famous general and literary genius, was a known atheist. For two years, Wallace studied in the leading libraries of Europe and America, seeking information that would forever destroy Christianity. While writing the second chapter of a book outlining his arguments, he suddenly found himself on his knees crying out to Jesus, “My Lord and my God.” When confronted by solid indisputable evidence, he could no longer deny that Jesus Christ was the Son of God. Later, Lew Wallace wrote the book Ben Hur, one of the greatest English novels ever written concerning the time of Christ. ...CONTINUED NEXT WEEK Who is Jesus Christ? Bible Fijian Foursquare Church is looking for a Permanent Part-time clergy, Fijian by background, fuent in both Hindi and Fijian, A matured individual for a Associate Pastor position to be based at their location at 15100-66A Avenue, Surrey. Qualifcation: A Diploma in Theology with at least 10 years pastoral calling within the Fijian Community either locally or in Fiji. It is mandatory that this individual must speak and enjoy both Fijian and Hindi language and culture and has the passion and calling for our Fijian Community. Attributes: Must BELIEVE in our Statement of Faith that Jesus Christ is our Lord and Savior, Healer, Baptizer in the Holy Spirit and Soon Coming King; Secondly MUST BELIEVE the Truth of the Word of God from Genesis to Revelation in the Holy Bible. Remuneration: Depends on qualifcation and experience and to be discussed. Interested applicants must submit their application by December 15, 2010 to: Fijian Associate Pastor’s Position - 15100-66A Avenue, Surrey BC V3S 2A6 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY GYANENDRA SUNDAR (President): 604-968-9344 KUSH KANT SINGH (Treasurer): 604-322-1513 VINOD SEKHERI (Secretary): 604-732-1038 FOR INFORMATION, CALL Friday November 19, 2010 Fiji Times Canada • V4 No51 31 SHOw THE TURTLE THE PATH Just for Kids Parenting POTTY TRAINING YOUR CHILD YOUR COMMUnICaTIOn wITH YOUR CHILD ... CONTINUED FROM LAST WEEK • If he is having a hard time learning to use the potty, but isn’t necessarily resistant to the idea, then developing a regular daily routine of sitting on the potty for fve or ten minutes every few hours may be helpful. • Most importantly, avoid physical punishment for not using the potty, even in an older child. It can be appropriate to verbally let him know that you disapprove of his not using the potty, but this should not get to the point of yelling, shaming or nagging. Warm, loving communication between you and your child enhances your relationship and helps avoid behaviour issues. Communication is a complicated process, with your child receiving a lot of ‘information’ from you. These include: • The words you speak • Your tone of voice - loud, soft, harsh or whispered • Gestures • How you stand • Your facial expression Your child has to watch, listen and react to an enormous amount of information and, in order to have a conversation with you, also judge when and how to take their turn. Body language The words you speak often carry less weight than the non-verbal parts of your communication. It’s worth considering the impression you give through your facial expressions and body language. • Take a moment to look at your face in a mirror. How do you appear? Are you frowning, smiling, strained? When you approach your child with a soft, smiling face they’ll be more receptive to your message. • Think about your posture. Do you stand over your child or get down to their level when you speak together? Paying attention Your child may know you care about them through your loving attention, but it takes extra effort to keep giving that message once they’re away from you all day at school. The sort of attention you give will change in subtle ways as your child matures and their needs change. At age fve your child will still be keen on cuddles, tickles and hugs. They’ll probably light up with pleasure if you wink, pat them on the shoulder, ruffe their hair or give them a thumbs-up sign. The rituals of saying goodbye at school can be important - a wave as they go in or through the classroom window shows you have them in mind. Your child will tell you when they want your COLORING attention with the ubiquitous cry of “Daddy, Mummy look at me!” or with more subtle approaches to show you their artwork or books. This isn’t showing off. Your child has asked because they need your approval and their self-esteem is often refected in the attention you pay to them. Take these opportunities to stop what you’re doing and show your interest. Get your message across • Get up close. This means stopping what you’re doing and going to within arm’s length. If you call out from a distance or from another room, they may not hear your whole message above the chatter and noise around them. They’ll also miss out on other information, such as the look on your face that shows whether you’re serious or joking, and the gestures you use. • Use your child’s name frst. This will get their attention - people are tuned to hear their own name above most other words - so they know the message is for them. If their name comes last they won’t be sure who you’re talking to and may miss the message. “Joe, come for your bath please,” will work rather better than “Come for your bath please, Joe”. • Keep your instructions positive. For example, your child will respond better if you tell them what you want them to do, rather than what you want them to stop doing. Try “Emma, please hang up your coat,” rather than “Emma, don’t drop your coat”. • Give your child a chance to respond. Young brains take a few seconds to process what you’ve said and turn it into an action. • Keep it simple. Your child can remember only about three subjects in any one sentence. For example, “Tom, please take off your coat, hang it up and then come here,” will usually get a good response. “Tom, take off your coat, get your homework, fnd the pens, then come here,” will probably be too much. • Be clear. It’s good to give choices - this will build your child’s independence. For example, “Sam, would you like beans or spaghetti for dinner?” But don’t ask a question if you’re really giving an instruction. Asking “Could you go to bed now?” invites your child to say no! Friday November 19, 2010 Fiji Times Canada • V4 No51 32 Bayside Fijian Ambassadors wINGS supponsored Rugby Team pose in front of their Major Sponsor Restaurant in Surrey: Front (left-right) Matai Donu (Assistant Coach/Trainer), Petaia Usakilakeba (Head Coach/ President), Reverend Netani Gucake (Team Patron), Josaia Fonolahi (Team Manager), Uate Soko; Back (left-right)Niumaia Cakacaka Rokobuli (Captain), Samuela Raiwalui, Bavai Batibasaga (Backline Coach specilist) and Josua Arei. Another example of bias was seen in last month’s issue of another local publication’s editorial comment, an article maliciously and falsely criticizing Fiji Times Canada’s Sports Award. And as a far religious right just because it had favored one party moderately over the other, wrong analysis. Obviously the spouts uninformed opinion as if it was a fact written in the October 29 edition of the Fijian Herald. I saw bias in the outright elimination of the facts, the writer illustrates with comedy of errors. A cadet writer of the newspaper chooses to act as an adjudicator with no proof to support his ailing claim. What is annoying is the fact the publication had not covered any awards story. Period. Loudly though echoing the rude judgment on just about all winners and its validation process. The readers of the Herald have no suggestion in the matter, why? No article of any content was written, so realistically, to warrant Khan letters to the editor column is despicable. What makes him ‘seek justice’ Nothing. Having read of or being told of the circumstances with twisted analogy, gives him no reason to harm the process. Letters if any should have been submitted to the editor of the Fiji Times newspaper not the Fijian Herald, that’s the standard only rule in journalism. And should they fnd a compelling read on any subject or for affrmations they are entitled to express their views with concise, precise and with brevity. None of which was held to standard here. In this case the Fijian Herald abstained from the coverage, yet chose to go ahead with the editorials, is it the modern day journalism? Or lack of it. This media bias gets to its worst with un founded repeated attacks, the more you read the more it fares up the nagging argument of one team, one player. A case of starved justice, the writer becomes partial when he mentions the name of one ingenious Dulari Cup star that saw red at this year’s award. Is it a fair way to seek equality? 1) it is ethically wrong for a writer how big or small to engage himself to the low standards, and resort to being a regular reader and summon a comment. Wrong. It is the frst with a stark contrast that has the hallmark of a desperate and immature student at work. 2) these presumptuous many reporters must understand the value of good and sound journalism. The ‘face false’ of facts should not be a consistence earmarks. Then he muddled up the facts that did not resonate well to sway a change for the future awards. Convincing theory to me is the standards were not extracted from the Fijian soccer leagues yearly stats; his secretary completely refutes the notion. Not a strong alibi for a strong story. Thus the letter lacked the substance with resounding failure. His public journalism poses many dilemmas while the most immediate of these arise from its defnitional imprecision, some of the most signifcant are in the area of facts. It is ‘Just a Sham’. Major problems emerge from his disregard of traditional notions of journalistic objectivity, others from the inherent confict between serving the public and serving the market. In this case it was clear that the Dulari cup, who is regarded as the prodigal child. Fiji Times Sports has a balanced team of reporters and writers who equally participate in all cultural, religious and other sports activities and with astounding reader base, I am convinced they are clear conscious people far from ‘murky’ and impersonators. At the same time, as the public journalism movement I confront the fact that ethical debates in journalism have generally been constructed around one individual, thereby ignoring the reality that most ethical problems originate at the level of ownership. While it is too soon to determine just how well public will adapt to these raw writers, it is clear that it has a long way to go before it justifes the extravagant claims that have been made to its name. OPINION A FARCE By Amit Nath - Sports View Friday November 19, 2010 RISE wITH THE SUN Volume 02 Number 24 By: Josaia Fonolahi John F Kennedy once said in one of his well known quotation in the early sixties, “Ask not what your country can do for you but what you can do for your country” echoed by Bayside Fijian Ambassadors Rugby Head Coach and President, Mr Petaia Usakilakeba as their team lend a helping hand to the underprivileged youth in Fiji through rugby. “This is a dream come true. We do understand how hard it is to have proper rugby outft and balls and other rugby gears back on the islands but we are so grateful for a place like Canada and brothers who loved Fiji and who are willing to support a worthy course in donating rugby gears back home” Mr Usakilakeba reiterated. Mr. Usakilakeba believe “their rugby side has achieved great success in 2010 by standing on the foundational truth of the word of God stated on Philippians 4:13 - We can do all things through Christ who gives us strength and also under the watchful guidance of the Bayside Rugby Club and the SOB’s in affliating them with them under umbrella of the BC Rugby Union”. Further, Mr. Usakilakeba said, “Bayside Fijian Ambassadors are fortunate to have Successful Fijian Businessman and Owner of Wings Restaurant, Mr. Bobby Naicker as their major sponsor this year”. Mr Usakilakeba confrmed, “Mr. Naicker was the engineer behind the team in bringing in the legendary King of Sevens and Maestro Waisale Serevi and frst class star rugger Niumaia Cakacaka Rokobuli to Canada this year”. “Mr Naicker an ex-Marist Brothers High School is not new to his love of rugby as his former school was rugby champions in his heydays”, he recalled. “The only way to generate excitement of our Fijian Community to rally behind their rugby team and be involved is to bring in First Class players like Serevi and Niumaia” Mr. Naicker concluded Mr. Usakilakeba and his boys are so grateful to their Fijian Brother Bobby and the Fijian Community at large for their morale support resulting three fnals in the nine tournaments and winning the Bayside Sevens championship 2010. “Additionally, the team would like to thank their other sponsors namely Papa Plumbing, Cristal Group, Urban Finishing, Ace Electric, Raks Auto Touch up, Praveen’s Accounting & Financial, Crystal Upholstery for believing in them, fnancially and honorably supporting them all the for their 2010 rugby season”. BAysIdE FIJIAN AmBAssAdORs dONAtEs tO uNdERPRIvIlEgEd FIJI sun (Canada) Friday November 19, 2010 33 •Man to live with 400 spiders in window of store •Stunt is to raise money for charity •Will stay in store for 3 weeks THIS self-declared real life spider man doesn’t do whatever a spider can, doesn’t spin a web of any size, nor does he catch thieves just like fies. In fact, Nick Le Souef doesn’t even care much for arachnids. But here comes the spider man, hoping to raise about $50,000 for children’s charity Variety. The Melbourne man is spending the next three weeks in a shop front window surrounded by a few hundred of the creepy crawlies. “I don’t like spiders all that much, I must confess,” Mr Le Souef said as he embarked on his record-breaking attempt on today. “I’m not afraid of them but I don’t like them particularly.” The 67-year-old had originally hoped to do the stunt with snakes, but licensing issues put a stop to that caper. So instead he’s spending his days and nights with potentially dangerous red backs and bird eating spiders, black house spiders and the common huntsman, plus a few of the white-tailed variety. There were about 400 of them until an “arachnid massacre” when the creatures started eating each other. A few crickets and cockroaches will be thrown into the window of Mr Le Souef’s Flinders Lane opal shop to keep the remaining 300 happy. Mr Le Souef’s not afraid of being bitten or anything crawling over him while he sleeps in his swag, but hopes the “fear factor” for others will encourage donations to Variety. He has a history of these stunts, holding Australian records for three-week stints in a snake pit, a shark tank and also in a cage with red back spiders. Mr Le Souef doesn’t think he’s crazy but former AFL footballer Peter ‘Spida’ Everitt, a Variety supporter, does. “No way known I could sit there with four or fve hundred spiders, not for fve minutes I reckon,” Everitt said. AUSTRALIA is a world leader in multiculturalism, with most newcomers hailing from England, New Zealand and China, a report has found. A whopping one quarter of the total population is born overseas, far ahead of other OECD countries which average 11 per cent. A large majority of those entering the nation do so under the skilled migration program, making up about 62 per cent - or 115,000 people - of the total intake in 2008, according to the latest AMP.NATSEM Income and Wealth Report. England and NZ remain the two major source countries, totaling about 30 per cent, while in the decade to 2006, China toppled Italy for third place, accounting for fve per cent of those relocating Down Under. But the nation’s humanitarian intake amounted to just seven per cent, with asylum seekers totaling about one ffth or less of this group. Overall, Australia has a ratio of 10 refugees per 10,000 head of population, compared to 87 per 10,000 in Sweden and 50 per 10,000 in Canada, the report found. And it appears in many cases the skills of highly educated newcomers from non- English speaking countries are not being utilized, NATSEM author and research fellow Riyana Miranti said. About 38 per cent of people in that category were found to be working in low or medium skilled occupations, compared to 19 per cent of Australian-born tertiary-educated people aged 35 to 54. About 20 per cent of migrants from mainly English speaking countries in that age group were working in low-or medium skilled jobs. The Calling Australia Home report also showed non-migrant households are wealthier than migrants in general, but the scenario was reversed when judged on property assets alone. Migrant households led their Australian- born counterparts with $262,700 in property compared to $250,800 for non-migrant households, the data revealed. AMP Financial Services managing director Craig Meller said migration had signifcantly contributed to the country’s economic well being and culture. “Migration is embedded in our history ... and will undoubtedly play a signifcant role in shaping Australia’s long-term future,” he said. The majority of data used in the report is sourced from the Australian Bureau of Statistics 2006 Census of Population and Housing, and unit record data from the Household, Income and Labour Dynamics in Australia (HILDA) Survey. DIRECT fights from the Gold Coast to Hobart will start next month. Jetstar says its daily A320 service will begin on December 22. The company said the route will help open up Tasmania to the Japanese tourism market, with 112,000 Japanese tourists visiting the Gold Coast last year. “It will also establish a new direct link to Tasmania from Jetstar’s growing Gold Coast fying hub that includes supporting double daily international services through to Japan as well as trans Tasman fights,” a spokesman said in a statement. Tasmania Tourism Minister Michelle O’Byrne MP said the decision is great news for Tasmania and for tourism. “It is pleasing to see a major carrier having the confdence in our tourism future to introduce this new direct service into our state,” she said in a statement. “Our tourism and hospitality industry, retailers and many other businesses will beneft from the additional visitors these Gold Coast fights will deliver.” Flights will start from $129. A Sydney couple left stranded at sea for 18 hours after their Fiji-bound yacht started sinking miles off the NSW coast is fnally “safe and sound” back on dry land. Dennis Smith, 65, and his wife Sarah Smith, 55, from Sydney, were rescued about 170 nautical miles off Wollongong by NSW water - 18 hours after they set off an emergency beacon. The couple arrived back in Sydney and docked at Balmain. Their 13-metre yacht, Barakee, was on the verge of sinking and the couple was preparing to abandon ship when water police on board NSW Police launch Falcon reached them. Following the couple’s safe return, Marine Area Commander Superintendent Mark Hutchings praised his offcers for their efforts. “This was a very diffcult rescue mission in extremely dangerous conditions and I commend the offcers on board Falcon for their bravery and dedication to duty,” Superintendent Hutchings said. “This incident had the potential to turn out very badly but luckily the police launch arrived on scene in time and as a result it’s been a happy ending for all involved.” Two people have been charged over a string of robberies targeting women leaving the Burswood casino. In the latest incident, a 77 year-old woman from Midvale had her hand bag snatched after arriving home from the casino. A 49 year-old woman from Fremantle, a 63 year-old from Cannington and a 68 year- old from Warnbro were robbed on the doorsteps of their homes last week. An 18 year-old man has been charged with two counts of aggravated robbery and a 16 year-old boy has been charged with aggravated robbery. A man has appeared in Ipswich Magistrates Court west of Brisbane, accused of tattooing a 40 centimeter penis onto a customer’s body without his knowledge. It is alleged Matthew Francis Brady agreed to tattoo yin and yang symbols and a dragon onto the back of Chester Ives. Instead, Brady tattooed a picture of a penis and wrote an obscene slogan underneath. He has been charged with four offences and is due to face court again on January 12, 2011. VICTORIAN MAN NICK LE SOUEF TO LIVE wITH SPIDERS FOR THREE wEEKS FOR CHARITY AUSTRALIA MULTICULTURALISM ‘wORLD LEADER’ JETSTAR TO START DIRECT FLIGHTS BETwEEN GOLD COAST AND HOBART STRANDED SYDNEY SAILING COUPLE BACK ON DRY LAND ARRESTS OVER ROBBERIES TARGETING wOMEN AT CASINO PENIS TATTOOIST APPEARS IN COURT Australia News 34 FIJI sun (Canada) Friday November 19, 2010 GOVERNMENT CERTIFIED TECHNICIANS PROUDLY SERVING THE COMMUNITY SINCE 1989 FLEETWOOD BRAKE & MUFFLER LTD. -- Complete Automotive Repairs - Cars & Light Trucks -- We Repair ALL Makes & Models of Vehicles Across from Fleetwood Islamic Center #107-8468 162 Street, Surrey, BC 604-597-9466 Suspension Repair • Tune Ups • Brakes • Air Conditioning Electrical • Transmission Service • Oil Change Wheel Balancing • Tires • Air Care Repairs New Vehicle Maintenance • Muffers • Clutches Towing Available Automotive PROS: • It’s lots of crossover SUV for the money • Roomy, comfortable cabin • Absorbent ride, little wind noise CONS: • Acceleration with the four-cylinder is adequate at best • Subpar cargo room for the class • Main gauges can be obscured by steering wheel The 2011 Chevrolet Equinox is the best SUV for you if you want a roomy fve- passenger crossover that looks sharp, rides well, and is smartly priced. The 2011 Chevrolet Equinox is expected to return for its sophomore season with no notable changes. It’ll essentially be the same vehicle introduced for model- year 2010 to replace the 2005-2009 Equinox. That frst-generation Equinox was a plain-looking SUV with plain-awful road manners. The second-generation replacement, based on a design developed by General Motor’s European Opel arm, is handsome, quiet, and highly competent. Fuel Economy Final mileage fgures for 2011 models were not released at the time of this report, but the 2011 Chevrolet Equinox fuel economy ratings should not change much from 2010 levels. That would again place the front-drive, four- cylinder model among the most fuel-effcient midsize crossovers on the market. Expect the 2011 Equinox to repeat with a rating of 22/32 mpg (city/highway) with front-wheel drive and 20/29 with AWD. For model-year 2010, the four-cylinder front-drive Equinox was the only crossover in its competitive set to exceed 30 mpg on the highway. By contrast, the 2011 Equinox with the V-6 is squarely mid pack for fuel economy. It should return at 18/25 mpg with front- drive, 17/24 with AWD. 2011 ChEvROlEt EquINOx Somehow, between September and October, we lost about 30 degrees and had to change from short skirts to layers of sweaters and scarves. With this cold weather comes the onset of indoor heat and dried out, itchy skin. You can hide the skin on your body (hence those layers of clothes), but your face has to look fawless all of the time - so read on for our top fve moisturizers to help you beat the dry winter months. 1. Neutrogena Oil-Free Moisture for Sensitive Skin This moisturizer is my all-time favorite. I’ve strayed from it a few times to try other people’s recommendations, but they never add up, and I always go back. It has a great creamy feel to it that isn’t too greasy and it always solves any dry problem areas without overdoing it. 2. Aveeno Clear Complexion Daily Moisturizer Aveeno is probably one of the most recommended moisturizers out there, but I don’t like the options with SPF. (I know, I’m a horrible person, but I like to apply my SPF separately). I feel like the Aveeno lotions with SPF are too greasy, so this one minus the SPF has always been my favorite - beg to differ if you will, but I’m standing by my two-step choice! 3. Olay Total Effects Daily Moisturizer Olay Total Effects has a great moisturizing effect, and that added beneft of Olay’s amazing anti-aging properties. It’s never too early to start, so any product that can protect your face from the bitterly cold winds and keep away wrinkles is a win-win in my book. CONTINUED NEXT WEEK wINTER BEAUTY TIPS 5 FACE MOISTURIzERS FOR THE COLDER MONTHS LAYER ON THESE CREAMS TO BEAT THE COLD, DRY wINDS One night, Little Johnny went to sleep and dreamt his Uncle Bill died. He woke up and that evening, his dad got a call saying that Uncle Bill died. 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After his return to Mumbai, Hrithik even travelled to Ahmedabad on Saturday to promote his flm, but crashed immediately after returning home. Since then, Duggu has been feeling very weak and been on bed rest for most of the time. In fact Hrithik even cancelled his trip to Kolkata for the promotions, as there was no way he could travel in this condition. We hope the actor is back to being his fttest very soon and wish him a speedy recovery. HritHik rosHan down witH malaria BollYwood stars BirtHdaYs novemBer 19 arjun rampal novemBer 20 tussHar kapoor Dhobi Ghat is an upcoming 2011 Social flm directed by Kiran Rao in her directorial debut. The flm stars Aamir Khan and Prateek Babbar in the lead roles. The flm is produced by Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao under the banner of Aamir Khan Productions. The musical score of Dhobi Ghaat is composed by Argentinian composer Gustavo Santaolalla. The movie is a new concept, much different from the ongoing movie tales and characters. With Aamir plays a painter who owns a small studio in Mumbai, Prateik is touted to play the part of a dhobi. The movie is centered on the Dhobi Ghat in Mumbai which is where the traditional dhobis live and earn bread from primarily. The flm is to be released on January 21, 2011. dHoBi GHat 40 FIJI sun (Canada) Friday November 19, 2010 No One Killed Jessica is an upcoming flm starring Vidya Balan and Rani Mukherji, produced by UTV Spotboy and directed by Rajkumar Gupta who had earlier directed the acclaimed flm Aamir (2008). The movie will have music by Amit Trivedi, who earlier gave music in Dev D(2008). While Vidya Balan plays a character close to Jessica’s elder sister, Sabrina Lal, Rani is set to play a reporter. The political thriller, set in New Delhi, No One Killed Jessica is inspired from a Times Of India headline which came in the year 2006, when the accused in the infamous murder case were acquitted by the lower courts, leading to nationwide protests, and after that the case was reopened. The main accused in the murder case was sentenced to life imprisonment and on April 19, 2010, the Supreme Court of India reaffrmed the life sentence for the guilty. Here is the frst look of the flm which will release on January 7. ‘no one killed jessica’ Whoa! Now this cannot get hotter!!! Farah Khan has made the impossible possible. The otherwise camera shy Katrina Kaif drops her clothes and is seen draped in just a white satin sheet in the song Sheila Ki Jawani from her upcoming fick, Tees Maar Khan. Farah says, “Sheila Ki Jawani was supposed to be a raunchy item Bhojpuri kind of song as Katrina’s a wannabe actress acting in sleazy flms but the song shaped out to be classy and a mix between Chicago and Broadway. I have never seen Katrina looking both hot and sensuous at the same time. In her earlier flms, she’s dressed mostly like a Barbie doll. Farah added, Katrina really trusted me and didn’t argue even once when I told her what she had to wear. She just told me that she needs to start working out and tone her body more” “Her dedication is tremendous. She didn’t feel awkward with so many men around. The more they screamed and cheered for her, the more she got a high and her energy levels increased.” The movie is set to release on December 24th. katrina sHeds clotHes for ‘sHeila ki jawani’ The philanthropic of Salman Khan has awakened once again. Now, the actor has pledged his bone marrow to those suffering from life-threatening diseases. “Donating marrow is a simple act, it’s as simple as donating blood. But this simple act can save the life of someone suffering from blood cancer, thalassemia and other major blood-related diseases,” Salman said in a statement. “I am pledging my marrow with MDRI (Marrow Donor Registry of India) so that in an emergency, if a patient’s sample matches mine, I can be reached to donate my marrow,” the 44-year-old actor said. ‘Being Human’, Salman’s charitable foundation has joined hands with the Marrow Donor Registry (India) in order to create awareness of how marrow donors can save lives. “The more the donors, the more lives we save. So I urge that all of you who are blessed with good health come forward and pledge your marrow so that the less fortunate can beneft from this thoughtful act,” Salman said. The main aim of this initiative is to develop a large group of voluntary donors for transplants that are life saving for patients suffering from deadly cancers other blood related diseases. BollYwood poll favorite love trianGle Which is your favorite love triangle??? ‘donating marrow is as simple as donating blood’ salman khan 41 FIJI sun (Canada) Friday November 19, 2010 Tourism Hydrotherapy, massages and ancient Thai healing practices are just a few of the spa treatments offered to luxury hotel guests around the world. To help travelers looking for therapeutic relaxation, online hotel specialist website Hotels.com (www.hotels.com) offers its top 10 list of spa hotels. Reuters has not endorsed this list: 1. Lyall Hotel and Spa in Melbourne, Australia Melbourne’s only privately owned and operated fve star hotel, the Lyall Hotel and Spa offers is situated in the heart of South Yarra, in close proximity to dozens of Melbourne’s designer fashion stores and world-class restaurants. After a day of shopping, guests can unwind with a hydrotherapy session or Swedish-style massage in one of the spa’s eight treatment rooms, set over three foors. The Spa’s signature treatment is an Exotic Ancient DIY Rassoul, a must-try. 2. Grand Wailea - The Waldorf Astoria in Maui, Hawaii Grand Wailea guests can indulge in a rejuvenating spa treatment that unites Thalassotherapy with ancient eastern and Hawaiian philosophies. Spa Grande boasts a 4,600 sq. m (49,510 sq ft) palace of indulgence that offers over 100 different treatments, many of which incorporate Hawaiian-grown ingredients. Guests can indulge in the spa’s Hydrotherapy Circuit which offers water therapies featuring fve aromatic baths to soothe the mind, body and spirit. Alternatively, the signature therapy, Pala’au Journey includes a Lomi Lomi massage that is followed by a full body cocoon and a foot and scalp treatment that utilizes the healing plants of Hawaii. 3. Les Fermes de Marie le Lodge Park in Megeve, France Famous for its golf and skiing, the town of Megeve, nestled in the French Alps, is vibrant in both winter and summer. With designer furniture, open freplaces and rustic touches, Les Fermes de Marie Le Lodge Park is a wonderfully atmospheric hotel but the Pure Balance Spa is the real show piece of this hotel. After a day hitting the slopes or hiking through the Alps, guests can enjoy one of the exceptional treatments available such from tailored baths and massages to body scrubs. 4. Hyatt Regency in Hua Hin, Thailand The Hyatt Regency Hua Hin is host to The Barai residential spa. Guests staying here can enjoy the lush, beachfront land and eight residential spa suites with 18 exotic treatment rooms, a tranquility court and pool for relaxation, yoga and meditation sessions. The Barai offers specialized treatments that combine ancient Thai healing practices with the best of western therapies, focused on the Thai belief of maintaining the vitality and balance of the four elements. 5. Dubai Marine Beach Resort in Dubai, UAE A unique property with its own private beach, which offers sprawling landscapes and extensive recreational options. This fve-star property also has an onsite Aroma Spa designed to soothe and pamper. Guests can choose from a diverse array of treatment options, ranging from holistic aromatherapy, refexology, to detoxifying algae wraps. The Hot Stone Body Massage utilizes warm stones with essential oils to uplift and relax the body. 6. Le Sirenuse in Positano, Italy This small but elegant spa hotel is run by the Sersale family and each of the 63 rooms feels like a home away from home. Beauty products from Linie d’Italie are presented to guests on arrival and the Aveda Concept Spa offers top range treatments such as the “Caribbean Therapy” body treatment which includes a body peel, wrap and massage. 7. Millbrook Resort in Arrowtown, New Zealand Millbrook Resort, situated in New Zealand’s historic gold-mining town of Arrowtown, in the country’s south island, has a backdrop of some of the world’s most spectacular scenery. The Spa at Millbrook provides the complete range of therapeutic and beauty treatments for both men and women and includes everything from body polish treatments to specialized facials and stone massages. After their spa treatment, guests can also get a taste of contemporary New Zealand cuisine at The Millhouse, which offers a tantalizing menu, blending European concepts with locally sourced produce. 8. Blue Palace Resort & Spa in Crete, Greece Crete, renowned for its natural beauty and diverse landscape, is Greece’s largest island. With 106 swimming pools, fve restaurants and a 2,000 sq. m (21,530 sq ft) spa, there is more than enough luxury to satisfy any traveler at the Blue Palace Resort & Spa. At the hotel’s spa, guests can enjoy views of the Mediterranean while being treated to a hot-stone massage. The French specialty Thalgo is used at the resort and the very best of beauty treatments are on offer. 9. Rosewood Mayakoba in Playa del Carmen, Mexico For those seeking the ultimate spa treatment, the Rosewood Mayakoba is not to be missed. With a 1,500 sq m (16,150 sq ft) spa situated on its own private island, the Rosewood Spa features 12 treatment rooms and eight spa suites, as well as steam rooms, saunas, Jacuzzi and a plunge pool. The treatment menu offers a full range of services including the signature Temazcal Ritual which is performed by a shaman trained in Mexican medicine. Guests wishing to rebalance the mind and body can indulge in Hot-Stone Therapy which releases stress through a relaxing massage using warm volcanic stones. 10. Ritz-Carlton in Berlin, Germany La Prairie Spa at the Ritz- Carlton, Berlin provides a tranquil retreat for fve star relaxation. Offering a complete range of services to cater for the body and the soul, guests can choose to rejuvenate with a simple treatment or indulge with one of the overnight spa packages available. La Prairie offers a wide choice of massages, including the Lomi Lomi Massage and the La Prairie Sea Energy Aroma Massage. The spa also has saunas, a Jacuzzi and an indoor pool to keep guests entertained. ... CONTINUED FROM LAST WEEK The CBSA warns that jewelry is often diffcult to identify and therefore include on the Y38 form. You may want to consult a jeweller or insurance agent for an appraisal report. Carry a signed and dated photograph of your jewelry or certifcation documents to prove that you purchased the items in Canada. How is duty calculated? Duty rates vary according to the item and may vary according to materials used. For example, sandals made solely of rubber have a different tariff rate from sandals made of plastic. What items do I have to declare? You must declare the following items if you are bringing them back across the border: •Meat products. •Dairy products. •Plants, trees, cut fowers. •Wood products. •Fruits and vegetables. •Pets, animals. •Feathers and down. •Seeds and nuts. •Baby formula. If you’re planning on stocking up on groceries, you must abide by certain limits of 24 eggs, 20 kg of dairy products not worth more than $20 in value, 3 kg of margarine or butter substitutes, 20 kg of meat products, a maximum of one whole turkey or 10 kg of turkey products, maximum of 10 kg of chicken, maximum of 5 kg of edible meats, meat products from cattle, sheep, goat, bison, buffalo and a maximum of 250 g of caviar. What other goods face special restrictions? If you’re buying a piece of artwork or an antique you should frst contact the Department of Canadian Heritage as certain goods deemed cultural objects may require export permits. Similarly if you plan to buy a frearm or a weapon, you should contact the Canadian Firearms Program for authorization. Explosives, ammunition and freworks must also receive clearance frst from Natural Resources Canada. Before bringing a car into Canada you must contact Transport Canada’s Registrar of Imported Vehicles frst to ensure it meets import and Canadian standards. If it was made in the U.S. or Mexico, you won’t have to pay duty on it — but you will have to pay other fees and taxes. And fnally, if you plan on buying a second-hand mattress you must get a certifcate showing that it has been cleaned and fumigated. What can I not bring into Canada? Under no circumstances can you bring in obscene materials, hate propaganda or child pornography. cross-Border sHoppinG wHat to declare Top 10 spa hotels 42 FIJI sun (Canada) Friday November 19, 2010 WHAT IS BHOJPURI CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT Bhojpuri ek regional bhasa hai jisme north-central aur eastern India ke kuchh hissa ke log baat kare hai. Iske Bihar ke western hissa, Jharkhand ke northwestern bhaag me , aur Uttar Pradesh ke east me, aur Nepal ke uu hissa jon ki India se border kare hai, me baat karaa jaae hai. Bhojpuri Guyana, Suriname, Fiji, Trinidad and Tobago aur Mauritius me bhi baat karaa jaae hai. Lekin Surinamese Hindustani ke bhasa ke Sarnami Hindi nai to khali Sarnami aur Fiji ke Hindustani ke bhasa ke Fiji Hindi bola jaae hai. Fiji Hindi, jiske Fiji Baat, Fiji Hindustani, Fijian Hindi aur Fijian Hindustani bhi bola jaae hae, ek bhasa hae jisme Fiji ke Hindustani log baat kare hae. Ii bhasa Awadhi aur Bhojpuri me se banaa hae aur dher sabd duusra Hindustani bhasa me se bhi lewa gais hae. Fiji Hindi me dher sabd Kaiviti aur English bhasa me se bhi lewa gais hae. Dher sabd khaali Fiji me kaam me lawa jaawe hae. Girmitya logan ii bhasa ke Fiji Baat bolat rahin. Ii bhasa thora Pacifc Island ke rakam se baat karaa jae hae aur iske India ke log samaghe nai sake hae. Bhasa wale expert log batawe hae ki Fiji Hindi ek aapan dhang ke bhasa hae jisme apan dhang ke sabd hae. Fiji me sab se pahile girmitya log ke Uttar Pradesh aur Bihar se lawa gais rahaa. Ii logan Hindi ke dher dialect me baat karat rahin. Niche table me ketna log sab dialect me baat karat rahin ke sanchhipt me dewa gais hae. Dhyan rakhna ki Bhojpuri, jisme north Inida ke girmitya logan ke 35.4% baat karat rahin ke Bihari group me rakha gais hae aur Awadhi, jisme 32.9% girmitya logan baat karat rahin, Eastern Hindi group me rakhaa gais hae. Fiji me girmitya logan ke aawe ke kuch saal baad ek nawaa bhasa suruu bahais jisme sab Hindi dialect ke common elements combine karaa gais aur dher se Kaiviti aur English sabd bhi lewa gais. Ii develop hoe ke India me bola jae Hindi aur Urdu se ekdam different hoe gais. Fiji Hindi ke developmet aur jorr pakrris jab ki girmitya logan ke larrkan ke saathe me day care centre rahe ke parrat rahaa. Recognizing and Preventing Child Abuse Child abuse is more than bruises and broken bones. While physical abuse might be the most visible sign, other types of abuse, such as emotional abuse or child neglect, also leave deep, long lasting scars. Some signs of child abuse are subtler than others. However, by learning common types of abuse and what you can do, you can make a huge difference in a child’s life. The earlier abused children get help, the greater chance they have to heal from their abuse. Learn the signs and symptoms of child abuse and help break the cycle, fnding out where to get help for the children and their caregivers. Understanding child abuse and neglect Child abuse is more than bruises or broken bones. While physical abuse is shocking due to the scars it leaves, not all child abuse is as obvious. Ignoring children’s needs, putting them in unsupervised, dangerous situations, or making a child feel worthless or stupid are also child abuse. Regardless of the type of child abuse, the result is serious emotional harm. Myths and facts about child abuse and neglect MYTH #1: It’s only abuse if it’s violent. Fact: Physical abuse is just one type of child abuse. Neglect and emotional abuse can be just as damaging, and since they are more subtle, others are less likely to intervene. MYTH #2: Only bad people abuse their children. Fact: While it’s easy to say that only “bad people” abuse their children, it’s not always so black and white. Not all abusers are intentionally harming their children. Many have been victims of abuse themselves, and don’t know any other way to parent. Others may be struggling with mental health issues or a substance abuse problem. MYTH #3: Child abuse doesn’t happen in “good” families. Fact: Child abuse doesn’t only happen in poor families or bad neighborhoods. It crosses all racial, economic, and cultural lines. Sometimes, families who seem to have it all from the outside are hiding a different story behind closed doors. MYTH #4: Most child abusers are strangers. Fact: While abuse by strangers does happen, most abusers are family members or others close to the family. MYTH #5: Abused children always grow up to be abusers. Fact: It is true that abused children are more likely to repeat the cycle as adults, unconsciously repeating what they experienced as children. On the other hand, many adult survivors of child abuse have a strong motivation to protect their children against what they went through and become excellent parents. Effects of child abuse and neglect All types of child abuse and neglect leave lasting scars. Some of these scars might be physical, but emotional scarring has long lasting effects throughout life, damaging a child’s sense of self, ability to have healthy relationships, and ability to function at home, at work and at school. Some effects include: •Lack of trust and relationship diffculties. If you can’t trust your parents, who can you trust? Abuse by a primary caregiver damages the most fundamental relationship as a child—that you will safely, reliably get your physical and emotional needs met by the person who is responsible for your care. Without this base, it is very diffcult to learn to trust people or know who is trustworthy. This can lead to diffculty maintaining relationships due to fear of being controlled or abused. It can also lead to unhealthy relationships because the adult doesn’t know what a good relationship is. ... CONTINUED NEXT WEEK Weekdays Fruits and Vegetables Colors Family relations ginti English Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday English Mango Orange Pomelo Guava Onion Grape Banana Tomato English Red Green Blue Yellow Pink Black White Brown Gray Indigo Rainbow English Papa / Dad Mummy / Mom Sister Brother Grand Dad Grand Mom Number Bhojpuri me ek du tiin chaar paanch chau Number Bhojpuri me saat aath nau das Bhojpuri Laal Hariyur Aasmaani Piyar Gulaabi Kariya Ujjar Khairahu Raakh Neel Saabhaa Bhojpuri Baabu / Abba Maai / Maay / Didi / Ammi Bahin / Didi / Baaji Bhaai / Bhaiya Baba / Daada / Babba Daai / Aji / Eeya / Daadi / Amma Number Fiji Hindi me ek dui tiin chaar paanch chhe Number Fiji Hindi me saat aath nau das Bhojpuri Eitwaar Somaar Mungar Budhh Bifey Sook / Juma Sunicher Bhojpuri Aam Samtola/Limu Mausmi Roonie/Amdur Piyaj Angoor Keraa Tamaatar English Apple Lemon Papaya Jambo/black plum Pomegranate Custard apple Lytchee Jackfruit Bhojpuri Seo Nimo Papita/Armewa Jaamun Anaar Shareefa Litchi Katahar This information is provided for knowledge and education purposes only. Individuals should visit their physicians for more information on their health. 43 FIJI sun (Canada) Friday November 19, 2010 ... CONTINUED FROM LAST WEEK What is infuenza vaccine? The infuenza vaccine protects against viruses that cause infuenza, often called the fu. The vaccine does not protect against other viruses or bacteria that cause colds or stomach illness, such as ‘stomach fu’. The vaccine is approved by Health Canada. In BC, the vaccine is available every year starting in October or early November. It is best to get it by the end of November to give your body enough time - about two weeks - to build immunity before the infuenza season starts. However, the vaccine can offer protection from infuenza if received at any time during the infuenza season, which usually occurs from November to April. Who should get the vaccine? In BC, the infuenza vaccine is provided free to the following groups of people. People at high risk of serious illness from infuenza: •Children 6-23 months of age •Pregnant women who will be in their third trimester during the infuenza season •Seniors 65 years and older •Residents of any age living in residential care, assisted living or other group facilities •Children and teenagers taking AspirinÒ or ASA for long periods of time •Children and adults with certain medical conditions, including: oHeart or lung disorders that require regular medical care, including asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, cystic fbrosis oKidney disease, diabetes, cancer, anemia, or weakened immune systems oThose with health concerns causing diffculty breathing, swallowing, or a risk of choking on food or fuids (including persons with severe brain damage, spinal cord injury, seizures or neuromuscular disorders). People able to transmit or spread infuenza to those at high risk of serious illness from infuenza, including: •Doctors, nurses and other care providers who work in hospitals, residential care, assisted living or other group facilities •Household contacts, caregivers and daycare staff of children under 24 months of age •Household contacts of people at high risk •People who live or work in confned settings such as correctional facilities. Others: •People who provide essential community services, such as police offcers, frefghters and ambulance attendants •Farmers and other people who work with live chickens or pigs. The vaccine is given as one dose or shot. Children under 9 years of age who have never had an infuenza vaccine need two doses. This is very important to make sure the vaccine protects them. The vaccine is also recommended, but is not provided free, for healthy people 2 to 64 years of age. Anyone not eligible for a free infuenza vaccine can purchase it at some public health units, doctors’ offces and clinics. Some employers also provide free vaccine to employees. Benefts of Infuenza Vaccine The vaccine is the best way to protect against infuenza infection, a serious and sometimes fatal disease. When you get vaccinated, you help protect others as well. Possible Reactions after the Vaccine Vaccines are very safe. It is much safer to get the infuenza vaccine than to get infuenza. Common reactions to the vaccine may include soreness, redness and swelling where the shot was given. In some people, symptoms can include mild fever, headache and aching muscles starting 6 to12 hours after getting the vaccine and lasting about 1 to 2 days. Infuenza vaccine cannot cause the fu because it does not contain live virus. aCetaminophen or tylenol® Can be giVen For FeVer or soreness. asa or aspirin® should not be giVen to anyone under 20 years oF age due to the risk oF reye syndrome. It is important to stay in the clinic for 15 minutes after getting any vaccine because there is an extremely rare possibility of a life-threatening allergic reaction called anaphylaxis. This may include hives, diffculty breathing, or swelling of the throat, tongue, or lips. If this happens after leaving the clinic, call 911 or the local emergency number. This reaction can be treated, and occurs in less than one in a million people who get the vaccine. Report serious or unexpected reactions to your public health nurse or doctor During the 2000 infuenza season, some people who got the infuenza vaccine had a reaction called oculo-respiratory syndrome (ORS). ORS involved eye redness, and in some people, a cough, sore throat or breathing symptoms. Most people who had ORS can be safely vaccinated again and there have been few reports since 2000. However, people who had severe reactions should talk to a doctor or local health unit before getting another infuenza shot. Who should not get the infuenza vaccine? Speak with a public health nurse or doctor if you or your child: •Have had a life-threatening reaction to a previous dose of infuenza vaccine, or any component of the vaccine •Developed Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) within 8 weeks of getting any infuenza vaccine. GBS is a rare condition that can result in weakness and paralysis of the body's muscles •You have a serious allergy to eggs. Children less than 6 months of age should not get the infuenza vaccine because it is not known to be effective at this age. What is infuenza? Infuenza, often called the fu, is an infection of the nose, throat and lungs caused by the infuenza virus. A person with infuenza is at risk of other infections, including viral or bacterial pneumonia (infection of the lungs). In Canada, it is estimated that up to 7,000 people a year die from infuenza and its complications. Infuenza spreads easily from person to person through coughing, sneezing, or having close face-to-face contact. The virus can also be spread when a person touches an object contaminated with the infuenza virus and then touches his or her own mouth or nose. Mature Minor Consent Effort is made to seek parental or guardian consent prior to immunization. Children under the age of 19 who are able to understand the risks and benefts may consent to or refuse immunizations, regardless of the parent’s or guardian’s wishes. It is recommended that parents/ guardians and their minor children discuss immunizations beforehand, and ask the nurse or doctor any questions. For more BC HealthFile topics visit www. bchealthguide.org/healthfles/index.stm, or visit your local public health unit. Call the BC Nurse Line to speak to a registered nurse, available 24-hours every day: •In Greater Vancouver, call 604-215-4700 •In BC, call toll-free 1-866-215-4700 •Deaf and hearing-impaired, call 1-866- 889-4700 •Pharmacist available 5pm to 9am every day •Translation services in over 130 languages upon request For fu clinic listings BC wide, visit: www. immunizebc.ca Adults and children who are not eligible for the publicly funded vaccine are encouraged to purchase infuenza vaccination – it’s an excellent investment! For-sale infuenza vaccine can be found at: •many physicians' offces and clinics •infuenza vaccination clinics held by pharmacies and others •travel clinics Eligibility for Publicly Funded (Free) Vaccine The vaccine is strongly recommended and will be provided FREE to people at highest risk of hospitalization and complications from the fu, as listed below. a) People who are at high risk of complications from infuenza: •Adults and children with chronic cardiac or pulmonary disorders (including bronchopulmonary dysplasia, cystic fbrosis and asthma) severe enough to require medical follow-up or hospital care •People of any age who are residents of nursing homes or other chronic care facilities •People 65 years of age and over •Adults and children with chronic conditions such as diabetes and other metabolic diseases, cancer, immunodefciency (including HIV infection), immunosuppression (due to underlying disease or therapy including transplant recipients), renal disease, anaemia and haemoglobinopathy •Adults and children with any condition that can compromise respiratory function or handling of respiratory secretions, or increase risk of aspiration (e.g., cognitive dysfunction, spinal cord injury, seizure disorder, neuromuscular disorder) •Children and adolescents (age 6 months to 18 years) treated for long periods with acetylsalicylic acid •Children aged 6 to 23 months – offer Vaxigrip (Note: infuenza vaccine is not effective for children less than 6 months of age) •People working directly with live poultry and swine •Residents of correctional facilities b) People capable of transmitting infuenza to those at high risk of complications from infuenza: •Healthcare workers and other workers (including students, trainees, and volunteers) who have signifcant contact with people in the high-risk groups above. This includes doctors, midwives, etc., and their staff •Household contacts (including children) of people at high risk who either cannot be vaccinated or who may respond inadequately to vaccine •Household contacts of children aged 0 to 23 months •Those providing regular child care to children aged 0 to 23 months, whether in or out of the home •Pregnant women expected to deliver during infuenza season (as household contacts of the newborn) - offer Vaxigrip. (Note that infuenza vaccine is recommended for women in high risk groups at any stage of pregnancy or breastfeeding.) c) People providing essential community services requiring frequent close contact with people at risk: •First responders (police, frefghters and ambulance) and corrections offcers Others not listed above are encouraged to be vaccinated, but must buy the vaccine. When you go for your fu shot, remember to bring your Care Card and please wear short sleeves. This information is for your knowledge only; please consult your physician for any medical problems or further questions regarding your needs for fu shots. Savitri Singh – Carlson, BScN, MSN, PhD WhaT Is Influenza? By Savitri Singh Carlson BScN, MSN, PhD 44 FIJI sun (Canada) Friday November 19, 2010 Place of Worship NAYA JEEWAN CHURCH 38868 - 128TH STREET, SURREY, BC SERVICE TIME - 2:00PM SUNDAYS BIBLE STUDY - EVERY WEDNESDAY - 7:30PM (HINDI & ENGLISH) PRAYER, COUNSELLING AND VISITATION IS AVAILABLE PASTOR EILEEN REDDY 604-842-2189 prayer Hindi cHristian fellowsHip #4-6468 king George Blvd uplifting worship prayer for healing music (cd) available sunday service @ 2:00pm shailendra (shal) singh e-mail: [email protected] 604-596-7353, 604-323-6506 Ramayan Katha Every Tuesday at 7 PM for pooja BookinG contact anil pujari temple Hours SUBRAMANIYA SWAMY TEMPLE OF BC Monday to friday 10am-8pm saturday 10am-1pm sunday 9am-2pm 8840 nO.5 Road, Richmond, BC 604-274-7906 604-572-5156 tel: 604-597-9331 cell: 604-572-5156 fax: 604-597-9371 15100 - 66a avenue, surrey, Bc v3s 2a6 email: [email protected] lovinG God and lovinG people rev. netani Gucake senior pastor (Team Leader - South Pacifc) South Pacifc Multi-Cultural Church sunday afternoon services at 2:00 pm BIBLE FELLOWSHIP - FIJIAN service time: 1.00pm sundaY’s (Hindi & english) location: 7655 - 120th st delta B.c. Affiliated with Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada CROSS ROAD UNITED CHURCH james kumar (res) 604-581-3191 (work) 604-599-9518 cecil laBon (pH) 604-572-4854 GOOD neWs asseMBlY fOR Jesus ASIAN CHRIST CHURCH OF CANADA (Hindi, Urdu, Punjabi & English) Sunday Service @ 5.30 p.m. 15964 88th Ave. Surrey, B.C. V4N IH5 We pray for sickness, Demon possessed & Family problems. Contact Rev. Emmanuel Cheema @ 778-241-9066 [email protected] You are the light of the world, a city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden. (Matthew 5: 11) We have testimonies, come and see God’s great work. Shree MahalakShMi TeMple contact: anantha krishna Bhat 604-874-0175 467 e 11th avenue, vancouver, v5t 2c8 Email: [email protected] Phone: 604.592.9001 • Cell: 778.938.2734 GLOBAL FIJIAN ASSEMBLIES pastor: isimeli lesi korobasaga every sunday 2-5pm @ people’s full Gospel 14455 - 104th ave., surrey, BC Email: [email protected] Phone: 604.592.9001 • Cell: 778.938.2734 Affliated with Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada NAYA JEEWAN CHURCH 38868 - 128TH STREET, SURREY, BC SERVICE TIME - 2:00PM SUNDAYS BIBLE STUDY - EVERY WEDNESDAY - 7:30PM (HINDI & ENGLISH) PRAYER, COUNSELLING AND VISITATION IS AVAILABLE PASTOR EILEEN REDDY 604-842-2189 abhishek pentecostal assembly 11601-82nd Ave, Delta BC • Tel: (604) 590-8836 sunDaY sChOOl/sunDaY WORshIP seRVICe: 1PM If you’re looking for a place to belong or have been searching for answers to life’s questions or healing, come to our services or contact us. Allow us to introduce you to Jesus Christ and help you come into a full relationship with him. Services are in Hindi and English • senior Pastor - Rev. samuel Krishna www.abhiskhekassembly.com • [email protected] VanCOuVeR sunDaY WORshIP seRVICe: 1:45PM 6075 Inverness St 45th Ave/Pilgrim Baptist Ch Bldg • Contact Pastor silas naidu • 604-517-4490 FoR all yoUR home pUJa Hanuman Puja, Sath Narayan Puja, Durga Puja, Shiva Puja plus spiritual healing and consultations. PUNDIT SACHENDRAA NATH SHARMA Assisting the youth achieve success, in all areas of life by connecting to Nature’s abundance, through very basic Hinduism, simple yoga and Humanitarian process. (All service and guidance provided with Brahmin virtues) 604-590-4794 or 604-809-9947 ARYA SAMAJ SOCIETY OF BRITISH COLUMBIA EVERY SUNDAY AT 6884 juBliee avenue, BurnaBY, B.c 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. ALL WELCOME GYANENDRA SUNDAR (President): 604-968-9344 KUSH KANT SINGH (Treasurer): 604-322-1513 VINOD SEKHERI (Secretary): 604-732-1038 INVITES YOU FOR Hawan, pravacHan and satsanGH For information, call WE ALSO OFFER YoGa & meditation, BHarat natYam and Hindi classes FOR INFORMATION ON YOGA & MEDITATION CLASSES CALL pundita sHoBHa rae at 604-874-9856 FOR INFORMATION ON BHARAT NATYAM CLASSES CALL sHivani kaintura at 604-587-3083 FOR INFORMATION ON HINDI CLASSES CALL madHu varsHneY at 604-222-1444 SHRI VENKATESHWARA MAHA VISHNU TEMPLE 9326 - 116th Street, Delta, BC for Hall and temple BookinG FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT Subarmani Naidu: 604-767-4409 Pt. Shiu Madri: 604-582-4899 Monday to Sunday Aarthi-Everyday Shiu Puran Sukhsagar Recital Meditation Ramayan Katha Morning Evening Evening Monday Tuesday Wednesday Friday 8:30am - 10am 6:30pm - 9pm 7:00pm - 7:30pm 7:30pm - 8:30pm 7:30pm - 8:30pm 7:30pm - 8:30pm 7:30pm - 8:30pm November 23, 2010 Come and join us in celebrating Sai Baba’s Birthday at Subramaniya Swamy Temple of BC 8840 No. 5 Road, Richmond, BC 604-274-7906 The programme starts at 7pm ALL WELCOME SAI BABA’S 85TH BIRTHDAY 45 FIJI sun (Canada) Friday November 19, 2010 BEER PINT $3.50 BEER PITCHER $13.00 OPEN FOR BREAKFAST & LUNCH EVERYDAY Ocean View • Updated Patio & Bar Wide variety of vegetarian dishes available CHEAPEST BEER ON THE BEACH OPEN DAILY FOR BREAKFAST AT 9.00 AM MONDAY - Buy 1 entree get 2nd half off TUESDAY - Seniors Day WEDNESDAY - 2 for 1 schnitzel THURSDAY - 2 for 1 fsh & chips FRIDAY - 1/2 price appetizers SPECIALS Charfar at Island Town Foods winter drivinG tips Charfar (the unstopable dancer) and Abdul (the dual voice singer) stopped at Ramesh Island Town Foods on Sunday November 14th to meet and greet their local fans. Close to 400 fans came through to take a glimpse of Charfar. Charfar who is known for his spring like moves is visiting Vancouver for the frst time and will be performing this Sunday November 20th at the Bell Performing Art Centre in Surrey. The fans were also treated with tea, coffee, pop, samosa and bhajiya courtesy of Ramesh Prasad and his family of Ramesh Island Town Foods. Ramesh appreciated the presense of Rocking Rakesh of Radio Fiji Mirchi and The Fiji Times Canada who showed their support. “I had a good day in sales as well from people who dropped by to see Charfar” said Ramesh. I wish more entertainers come to Vancouver and visit his store. Ramesh of Island Town Foods Ltd is one of the major sponsors for the Bhojpuri show with Nirahua and Pakkhi Hegde who will be touring North America in May & June 2011. abdul, charfar with fans ramesh,charfar,rocking rakesh & abdul Motorists are advised to prepare vehicles and themselves well in advance Colder temperatures, rain and snow can make driving in winter weather challenging and sometimes dangerous. In addition to getting a complete vehicle check-up long before cold weather settles in, BCAA’s team of experienced automobile techs urge you to take precautions to help ensure your safety and to reduce situations where you’ll need emergency roadside assistance. Before heading out on the road, consider the following: •Vehicle owners who may encounter winter conditions should have proper, infated, high quality winter tires, all four the same. •If you’re planning on driving over snow-flled mountain passes, purchase correctly sized tire chains, and practice installing them at home now, rather than at the roadside. •Test your battery and replace if necessary. Colder temperatures will reduce a battery’s power output as well as thicken engine oil, making engines more diffcult to start. •Road spray can reduce visibility in seconds. Top up your windshield washer reservoir regularly with winter-grade washer fuid and carry spare washer fuid with you. •Ensure your engine’s cooling system is topped up with appropriate strength antifreeze. Carry with you when driving during inclement weather: •Warm clothes (ideally some refective), good winter boots and gloves in case you get stuck and need to leave the car for help, or come to the assistance of others. •Lock lubricant to prevent door locks from freezing. Spray lock lubricant into your key cylinders. •Fully charged mobile phone. This could be a critical link in the event of trouble. •A windshield scraper, snow brush and an emergency kit. •Sunglasses. When it’s sunny, glare from icy or wet roads can be blinding. COURTESY OF BCAA ... CONTINUED NEXT WEEK 46 FIJI sun (Canada) Friday November 19, 2010 As we head into a potential cold snap, there are families who will be struggling to stay warm. The organizers of Coats for Kids are now urging everyone to donate what they can. Peter Simpson with the Greater Vancouver Home Builders Association, the group behind the drive says the 15th annual campaign is well on track to meet or beat last year’s total of 3,000 coats. There’s two weeks of collection left. But with the possibility of snow in the forecast, he says help is needed. “We’d like everybody to ramp it up, and please check your closets. I’m sure there are some coats in there you aren’t using or haven’t used for years... you’ve either outgrown them or styles have changed. But if they’re warm, please consider donating them.” You can take coats (or any winter gear), and even toys to one of 47 locations around the Lower Mainland. They’ll all be distributed in hampers to families in need before Christmas. donate Your coats to keep kids warm annual coats for kids campaign is on BC News SOCIAL GATHERINGS @ 1PM - LAST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH AT CROSS ROAD UNITED CHURCH 7655 - 120th Street, Delta BC fiji senior’s societY of canada social Gatherings at 1pm - last sunday of the month at cross road united cHurcH 7655-120th street, delta Bc Bhan mati raj: 604.581.9859 • James Kumar: 604.599.9518 kapil vilas: 604.590.1918 • Satya Nand: 604.590.5303 thakur kuar singh: 604.587.5439 • Bhan Pratap: 604 839 5106 One BC and theee Albertans were among the fve Canadians, and seven people in total, killed in an explosion at a Mexican tourist resort south of Cancun. The explosion ripped through the lobby of the 676-room Grand Riviera Princess Hotel in Playa del Carmen on Sunday morning. Mexican offcials said the blast may have been caused by a buildup of gas from a nearby swamp. Just days after saying “I do” on a beach in Mexico and celebrating what was to be a new life with his wife and one-year-old daughter, a 33-year-old Nanaimo realtor is being mourned as a victim of what’s believed to have been a gas explosion. Malcolm Johnson had just left bride Heather Pynten and their daughter, Audrey, to get Pynten a coffee in the lounge of the Grand Riviera Hotel in Playa del Carmen when the explosion ripped through the 676-room resort. Darlene Ferguson, 52, from Ardrossan, Alberta, died after celebrating her son’s wedding in the resort town. Her brother, Barry Hoffman, was at home in Sherwood Park when his brother called from Mexico. “We’re all in shock,” he said. “It’s devastating to the whole family.” Hoffman said that Ferguson was going to the beach with her two-year-old grandson just before breakfast. She was less than 10 metres from the lobby when the explosion sent debris fying, Hoffman said. “She was awake and she thought maybe she had a few ribs crushed,” he said. “But she obviously had some major injuries there. They took her to the local hospital and they couldn’t do anything for her there.” He said his sister couldn’t wait to celebrate her son’s wedding in the Mayan Riviera. “She was a terrifc wife and mother, grandmother. She looked forward to the wedding and the holiday.” Ferguson’s grandson was also hurt and is being treated in hospital in Cancun, Hoffman said. He’s expected to survive. Other family members are trying to get back to Canada as soon as possible. Christopher Charmont, 41, and his nine- year-old son, John, were from Drumheller, Alberta. Charmont’s sister Debbie Moore found out about the tragedy Sunday after returning home from work. “I got home and (the family) were all sitting around the TV, and I said, ‘You guys are just being silly.’” Moore texted Charmont’s wife and heard the devastating news. ‘He was just here’ Charmont’s wife told Moore that she and the couple’s 10-year-old daughter were not in the lobby, but came running when she heard the explosion. “She knew they [Christopher and John] were there. She saw the devastation. She checked the people that were injured. She couldn’t fnd Chris. She couldn’t fnd John. “One of the hotel employees said, ‘He was just here.’ And that’s when it all started to unfold.” Charmont’s wife is in shock, while her daughter is being sedated, said Moore. Charmont was deeply involved with John’s hockey team in Drumheller and the holiday was a break in a busy hockey schedule, she said. Moore said she thought it was horribly “ironic” when she heard the blast may have been caused by a gas buildup, Her brother worked in the gas industry as an instrument mechanic. “He made sure that this didn’t happen to anybody. It’s so ironic, so wrong.” 1 Bc and 3 alBertans amonG dead in mexico Blast Canada is one of the best countries in the world to live, learn and work. From wide- open spaces to the most cosmopolitan places, Canada offers beauty, variety and an enviable quality of life. Canada is a place where people can realize their dreams, where families can enjoy a standard of living second to none, and where businesses enjoy a competitive edge. Strong and Free Canadians are hard-working, ambitious people who are proud of their successful, independent country. They want better lives for themselves, their children and future generations. They believe in tolerance, justice and providing a helping hand to the less fortunate. 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