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Soft or Hard Toothbrush: Which Is Better? Dr. Kristie You’ve probably noticed that toothbrushes have different bristle firmness ratings - soft, medium, and hard. This tells you how firm the bristles are and how much pressure they put on your teeth and gums when you brush. It also makes it more confusing when you select a toothbrush. Which is a better – a soft or hard toothbrush? A Soft Toothbrush is Best for Most People Many well-meaning toothbrush shoppers reach for toothbrushes with firmer bristles believing they’ll do a better job of cleaning their pearly whites. When they pull the hard toothbrush out of the package, they brush with the enthusiasm of a person who’s determined to remove every last stain from a very dirty floor. The problem is all of that brushing causes gum

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Government plans to resettle 10,000 Syrian refugees By S. Ratko The Conservative government stated recently it will accelerate the processing of refugee applications with an end goal to get in “thousands more” Syrians and Iraqis before the end of 2015. Immigration Minister Chris Alexander said the new measures mean the 10,000 Syrian refugees the administration already guaranteed to resettle in the following three years would instead be transferred to Canada by September 2016 —”a full 15 months earlier than anticipated,” he told journalists in the Toronto suburb of Scarborough. Syrians and Iraqis escaping civil war and sectarian clash will no longer need to demonstrate they are traditional refugees under the United Nations Refugee Agency, yet will be presumed to be refugees by Canadian authorities in order to verify their applications. “Today, by designating them differently, we are greatly expanding the potential for candidates and sponsorship with the private partners across Canada,” said Alexander, who’s running for re-election in the riding of Ajax, Ont., for the Oct. 19 government vote. “We will move quickly and above all responsibly — security screening will remain the top priority,” he added. Alexander likewise said the administration would send extra officers to missions abroad and that applications from Syrians and Iraqis will be taken care of within six months of being filed. “Some of our officers have already reached the missions that are most involved in the resettlement efforts,” he said. “We will have more human resources hitting the ground in the coming days and weeks.” “We will do all of that by cutting red tape,” the minister said in French, including that a special coordinator will be designated to handle the general documentation of Syrian and Iraqi refugees by working with community partners and different levels of government. On the Canadian side, Alexander said the administration is multiplying the workforce’s extent at the Winnipeg processing center where all applications are taken care of. The administration would likewise permit gatherings of five and families to support the individuals who

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Quebecor forced to reinstate workers By Ray Ryan A Mirabel printing plant has been ordered to reinstate 13 workers who were laid off earlier this year, according to their union. Representatives of the workers at Quebecor’s plant in Mirabel, north of Montreal, claimed an arbitrator has said that the 13 employees will recover “hundreds of thousands of dollars” in salary after being laid off in January. Yet while the 13 will receive compensation when they return to work as the dispute ends, the fight goes on with another 44 workers

who are facing uncertain futures after they were laid off at the start of September because of lower printing volumes. The Quebecor plant prints a number of newspapers, including Montreal French-language dailies Le Devoir and le Journal de Montreal. Quebecor said that it had no other choice but lock out employees after months of negotiations with the union Local 555M of the Canadian Teamsters Union failed to reach an agreement. Yet union representative Denis Fourner said the decision to reinstate 13 of his members is just the be-

ginning of the end to the dispute. He said: “We believe that in the next few weeks, a similar decision will be rendered for the other laidoff workers. “In order for there to be trust and a sense of belonging, workers need to feel respected by their employer. These layoffs and the lockout only end up making things worse between the parties. “Our goal in these negotiations was not just to ensure the well-being of the workers but the future of the plant as well.”

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BE RESPONSIBLE, GO TO POLLS ON OCTOBER 19, 2015 Canadian Election Day 2015 is finally up and coming. After all of the annoying campaigns, news, hype and philosophical discourses, it’s time to put all the talk into action on the 19th of October of this year. Many of us are caught up thinking about this coming election which is a good thing. However, not all people had the chance to participate in this political process due to wrong reasons. One is our electoral system is too complex that it is sometimes difficult for voters to have a say in elections and be informed. With the current structure that our electoral system demonstrates, many people are discouraged to exercise their right to suffrage. To ensure that our democracy truly works, we need

an electoral system that allows convenient and accessible participation and engagement for everyone. We need the help of our government to undertake the necessary measures to make the process easier. But, the responsibility of upholding our democracy does not solely rest on the hands of our government, we also have to do our part. As citizens of Canada, we need to keep in mind the significance of our civic duty in determining how to show our participation, to register ourselves as voters, to obtain relevant information regarding this process and to actually go to the election polls to cast our votes.

what we want to say and to create organizations or enterprises we wish to establish. We just have to ensure that we take full responsibility of every decision or step we make as well as consider the norms maintained within our society. Indeed, it is beneficial for us to exer-

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Who is Packing Your Parachute? By Uju Onyechere

harles Plumb, a US Naval Academy graduate, was a jet pilot in Vietnam.

After 75 combat missions, his plane was destroyed by a surface-to-air missile. Plumb ejected and parachuted into enemy lands.

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He was captured and spent 6 years in a communist Vietnamese prison. He survived the ordeal and now lectures on lessons learned from that experience. One day, when Plumb and his wife were sitting in a restaurant, a man at another table came up and said, "You're Plumb! You flew jet fighters in Vietnam from the aircraft carrier Kitty Hawk. You were shot down!" "How in the world did you know that?" asked Plumb. "I packed your parachute," the man replied. Plumb gasped in surprise and gratitude. The man pumped his hand and said, "I guess it worked!" Plumb assured him, "It sure did. If your chute hadn't worked, I wouldn't be here today." Plumb couldn't sleep that night, thinking about that man. Plumb says, "I kept wondering what he might have looked like in a Navy uniform: A white hat,

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a bib in the back, and bell bottom trousers. I wonder how many times I might have seen him and not even said good morning, how are you or anything because, you see, I was a fighter pilot, and he was just a sailor." Plumb thought of the many hours the sailor had spent on a long wooden table in the bowels of the ship, carefully weaving the shrouds and folding the silks of each chute, holding in his hands each time the fate of someone he didn't know. Now, Plumb asks his audience, "Who's packing your parachute?" Everyone has someone who provides

what they need to make it through the day. Plumb also points out that he needed many kinds of parachutes when his plane was shot down over enemy territory - he needed his physical parachute, his mental parachute, his emotional parachute, and his spiritual parachute. He called on all these supports before reaching safety. His experience reminds us all to prepare ourselves to weather whatever storms lie ahead. As you go through this week, this month, this year ... recognize people who pack your parachute!!! Shalom!

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By Ray Ryan Workers for BC Transit have ended a bitter dispute by voting for a new five year contract. Around 700 union members voted overwhelmingly in favour of the deal which will see wage increases, improved working conditions, the end of part-time work and a new “women’s advocate” position. The deal comes after the Unifor Local 333 union filed a complaint with the Labour Relations Board accusing BC Transit of bargaining in bad faith. That complaint has now been dropped after the vote for the new contract , which 89 per cent of members voted in favour of.

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A Peel Region police officer who won a lottery while anticipating trial on fraud charges was sentenced recently to 5 years in jail. Const. Carlton Watson, 50, was sentenced in February on 42 charges of fraud, breach of trust and obstructing justice for his association with an accident fraud that claimed more than $1 million from insurance agencies. As indicated by testimony heard at trial, the 23-year police veteran was paid in cash by a tow-truck driver to give nine fake accident reports which went off staged car accidents as legitimate ones in 2010. By and large, Watson arranged the accident reports without going to the scene and didn’t talk to any of the drivers or travelers claiming to be included in the accidents. All through the case, the defense guaranteed

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Carlton Watson that Watson was never paid for setting up the reports and was doing it only to help his friends while under the feeling that the accidents were genuine. Notwithstanding, the presiding judge decided that the testimony had no sense and that his police notes on the arranged accidents were “unmistakably misleading.” “I can find no innocent explanation for making deceptive police notes; recording a very short gap between accident time and report time and failing to enter tickets in the court system. They are, however, logically explained if Const. Watson is party to the fraud,” said Justice

John Sproat. In deciding the sentence, Sproat considered that Watson’s wife required therapeutic care and was to a great extent subject to her spouse. He additionally noticed that Watson did not have any funds and needed to offer his home to cover costs, in spite of winning a $275,000 Reno Jackpot in 2012 and gathering a sum of $500,000 in pay in the course of the most recent four years. Nonetheless, it is hard to imagine a more genuine break of trust given that he is a police officer, Sproat said. Watson had been suspended with pay since his capture in the spring of 2011 after an examination from the Internal Affairs Bureau. After recent sentencing, Peel Police boss Jennifer Evans said his status had changed to suspended without pay, and that she would look for his expulsion from the force.

Olu of Warri Ogiame Atuwase 11 is dead Warri Traditional Council of Chiefs officially announced the demise of Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atuwase 11 on Saturday, which laid to rest the controversy surrounding the death of the monarch. NAN reports that Chief Yahya Pessu, member, Olu Advisory Council and other chiefs announced the Atuwase’s death in OdeItsekiri, the ancestral home of Itsekiri nation. He also announced Mr Godfrey Emiko as the Oludesignate, which was accompanied by wide ovation from the Itsekiri sons and daughters present at the event. Before the announcement, a chalk wrapped with red and black clothes was smashed on the ground three times to symbolise the demise of the monarch, and it was accompanied by 17 cannons shots. The influential Itsekiri King, who reigned for 28 years, was reported to have died in a private hospital on September 5 in Lagos. The septuagenarian’s death threw anxiety among the people after the chiefs kept mum over the state of health of the monarch. Addressing newsmen, Pessu said the Itsekiri people would be in a mourning mood in the next three months till the burial rite was concluded. “All Itsekiri adults both male and female will put their clothes inside out throughout this period of mourning. “No party, no drumming or merriment of any sort in Itsekiri land, until the burial is over and new Olu installed,” he said. Also Prof. Jim Omatseye

The Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atuwatse II

said the choice of the Olu designate would usher in peace and security into the Itsekiri land. “The Olu designate will be in seclusion in the next 90 days to receive advice from elders in the kingdom. “This is a training period for him where he will be exposed to a lot of cultural activities,” he said. Omatseye, who described Emiko as articulate and intelligent man, said his choice was widely accepted by the Itsekiri people including himself. “We know him over the years, he is intelligent, intellectually minded, graduate and culturally exposed,” he said. On why the son of Atuwase 11 did not succeed his father, Omatseye said the Itsekiri was governed by law. According to him, the son of a departed monarch could only succeed throne when his mother was either from Itsekiri or Benin. “If the son of a departed monarch is not qualified by law, it is the prerogative of the princes to choose from the ruling lineage of Ginuwa, Erejuwa and Atuwase,” he said. Mr. Thomas Ereyitomi, a

senior chief, said the event was to clarify the rumour in circulation over the health situation of the monarch. “The Itsekiri nation has let the whole World know that we have lost our Olu and the introduction of his successor. “There was no disagreement among us but it is just a process and tradition we needed to follow,” he said. Ereyitomi urged the Itsekiri to console one another, especially this mourning period, and also work together for the smooth succession of the new Olu. Mr Joseph Otumara, the immediate past commissioner of health in Delta said the event signified the end of an era and beginning of a new one. He also urged the Itsekiri people to abide by the advised given by the chiefs throughout the mourning period. Mr Edward Ekpoko, the Secretary, Itsekiri Leaders of Thought described the Olu designate as a perfect gentleman. “He is a graduate of Business Administration from the University of Benin, a successful businessman but non partisan,” he said. PM News

Weird Custom Finger Cutting of Dani Tribe The Dani (or Ndani) tribe is the indigenous people that inhabit the fertile lands of the Baliem Valley in West Papua, New Guinea. The members of this tribe cut off their fingers as a way of displaying their grief at funeral ceremonies. Along with amputation, they also smeared their faces with ashes and clay, as an expression of sorrow. They will cut off their hand`s fingers to express love to someone they love

very much. When a person in Dani`s tribe passes away, his relative like wife or husband cut off his hand finger and bury together with the dead body of her husband or wife,

as a symbol of love to her husband or wife. Finger represents body and soul that will always live together with his/her spouse. The number of fingers that will be cut off depends on how many persons She/He loves even though she/he will lose all of her hand`s fingers and will be unable to perform household chores effectively. http://www.wonderslist. com/

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The Astonishing Village Where Little Girls Turn Into Boys Aged 12 In a remote village in the Dominican Republic girls become boys at puberty because of a rare genetic disorder In every way, Johnny is physically and biologically male. But, astonishingly he did not grow a penis until he hit puberty. He is one of many children who live in Salinas, an isolated village in the southwestern Dominican Republic, who are seemingly born female, only to become men in their teenage years. Although Johnny’s story may seem extraordinary, cases of little girls turning into boys are so prevalent in the village that it is no longer considered abnormal. The children are simply referred to as the ‘guevedoces’ – which literally translates as ‘penis at 12’ Johnny, 24, was originally named Felecitia by his parents and brought up as a girl. He spoke to Dr Michael Mosley for the new BBC2 series “Countdown to Life – the extraordinary making of you" “I remember I used to wear a little red dress,” he said. “I was born at home instead of in a hospital. They didn’t know what sex I was. “I went to school and I used to wear my skirt. I never liked to dress as a girl. When they bought me girls toys I never bothered playing with them. All I wanted to do was play with the boys.” The rare genetic disorder occurs because of a missing enzyme which prevents the production of a specific form of the male sex hormone - dihydro-testosterone - in the womb. All babies in the womb, whether male or female, have internal glands known as gonads and a small bump between their legs called a tubercle. At around eight weeks, male babies who carry the Y chromosome start to produce dihydro-testosterone in large amounts, which turns the tubercle into a penis. For females, the tubercle becomes a clitoris. But some male babies are missing the enzyme 5-α-reductase which triggers the hormone surge, so they appear to be born female with no testes and what appears to be a va-

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Johnny, who was seemingly born as a girl but turned into a boy aged seven Photo credit: http://www.telegraph.co.uk/

gina. It is not until puberty, when another huge surge of testosterone is produced, that the male reproductive organs emerge. What should have happened in the womb happens around 12 years later. Their voices deepen and they finally grow a penis. For Johnny it happened at the age of seven. He claimed that he had never felt like a little girl and was far happier after he fully became a boy. “When I changed I was happy with my life,” he said. A little girl named Carla is currently going through the same transformation, aged nine. Despite being brought up as a girl, his mother noticed that from the age of five he was more inclined towards the rough and tumble play of little boys. He has recently had his hair cut shirt after wearing plaits for years. “I feel like a man now,” he said. Many decide not to change from their female names, so some men in Salinas have names like Catherine. The guevedoces were first discovered by a Cornell University endocrinologist Dr Julianne Imperato in the 1970s who travelled to Dominican Republic after hearing strange rumours about girls turning into boys. Further cases have since been seen in the Sambian villages of Papua New Guinea although the Sambians view the children as flawed males and they are often shunned, unlike the Dominicans who welcome the transformation with widespread celebration. Dr Mosley said: “I hated going through puberty; voice cracking, swinging moods, older brother laughing at me. But compared to Johnny, I had it

easy. “Guevedoces are also sometimes called “machihembras” meaning “first a woman, then a man”. When they’re born they look like girls with no testes and what appears to be a vagina. It is only when they near puberty that the penis grows and testicles descend. “When Dr Imperato investigated the Guavadoces she discovered the reason they don’t have male genitalia at birth is because they are deficient in an enzyme called 5-α-reductase, which normally converts testosterone into dihydrotestosterone. “By a quirk of chance Dr Imperato’s research was picked up by the American pharmaceutical giant, Merck. They used her discovery to create a drug called finasteride, which blocks the action of 5-α-reductase. “It is now widely used to treat benign enlargement of the prostate and male pattern baldness. For which, I’m sure, many men are truly grateful.” Around one in 90 children in Salinas are guevedoces and although they resemble sexually normal males, subtle differences do still exist in adulthood. Most have decreased amounts of facial hair and smaller prostate glands relative to the average male. It is thought that the condition has persisted through generations because of the isolation of the villagers. Because the disorder is so widespread and accepted, the Dominican Republic now believes that there are three sexual categories, male, female, and pseudohermaphrodite. “Countdown to Life – the extraordinary making of you “ on Monday 21st September, BBC2, 9pm.

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Antonio doubted that Misan had feelings for him although there were times he felt he sensed a current passing between them. He remembered she seemed to jump when he took her hand in the restaurant. Was that a sign of attraction or hatred? But he could be mistaken about it. It might be his imagination. She seemed not to want him around her at all which suited him just fine. They were very different. Courting her would be courting trouble. What would people say? How could he marry her under this circumstance? He began to pray. If marriage to her was the right thing for him to do, he would do it. God, what are you saying, what is Your will? ********** On Saturday, Misan went for Ruth and Akin’s wedding ceremony. In the church, she sat close to the front, keeping an eye on her daughter who wore a white dress as the little bride. Ruth looked beautiful and very happy in the white wedding gown she wore as she danced, and Misan wondered when her own time would come. She would be very happy. One of the worship songs she would want her church choir to sing was – You are so faithful. She felt a tinge of envy cut through her joy for Ruth. Realizing such a feeling was not right, she began to pray for Ruth. She couldn’t look back to see if Antonio had come but during thanksgiving, when she danced to the front with the friends of the couple, she glanced round and saw him. He was the only white person and with his height, he stood out. He wore a black suit with a white shirt and had a video camcorder in his hands. He looked different to her as she was used to seeing him casually dressed. She was glad on her choice of dress, her accessories matched the pink chiffon lace gown she wore. At the end of the service, people stood outside the

Pastor Taiwo I.Odubiyi church building, taking photographs with the couple. She saw Antonio covering the activity with his camcorder, and talking with a man who stood beside him. Misan guessed he must be Akin’s cousin. ********** Antonio looked around, taking in the people and their culture with his eyes but his eyes repeatedly went to Misan and her daughter where they stood. He thought Misan looked beautiful. He knew she had style. When she smiled, her face lit with life which Antonio realized he hadn’t seen since he met her on the ship recently. Once or twice, their eyes met and locked. Later, Akin’s cousin led him to the couple. “Congratulations.” Antonio shook hands with the couple. “Thanks. Let’s take a picture with you.” Akin told Antonio, took his hand, and called the attention of the photographer. Antonio stood on the groom’s side while Akin’s cousin was on Ruth’s side. Antonio told Akin, “I’ll be leaving on Tuesday as I told you. I’ll call you later. When will you be back from your honeymoon?” “It’s just for a week.” Afterward, he told Akin’s cousin that he needed to speak with Misan. He went over to greet her and confirmed their appointment to meet the following day with Weyin. On Sunday evening, Antonio and Misan sat together with Weyin by the swimming pool of the hotel. Bowls of refreshment and cans of soft drinks were on the marble table before them.

Weyin clutched the box containing the Barbie that Antonio gave her in her hands while Antonio talked and played with her. He and Misan didn’t say much to each other. ********** On Monday evening, Antonio and Misan met at the restaurant again. After the meal, Antonio started the discussion. “Let me start by telling you a little about myself.” He wore a shirt with short sleeves. The first two buttons were undone. “I’m the second in a family of four. I’m thirty two years. My mother and siblings are Baptists. When I became a believer, I decided to go to Victory Way Church. It’s a small church but I like it. You already know that I work in front of cameras.” He paused before he asked, “Can I know a little about you too?” Misan took a deep breath before she spoke, “You already know about all that there is. You know I have a beauty shop, I’m born again and I’m a single mother.” He waited to hear more. She remembered one more point. “And er – I’m twenty nine years old.” she stopped. “Is that all?” Antonio asked, with his eyebrows raised. She shrugged. “I’m involved with the youths in my church,” then she added pointedly, “to help them so they don’t make the mistakes I have made.” He ignored the last part of her statement and commented only on the first part. “It’s like we have something in common there. I’m also involved with the youths in my church.” Doing what? She wanted to ask him. To be continued. This story is from the novel, This Time Around To order this book and others by the same author, Taiwo Iredele Odubiyi Call: 1-410-8187482 Website: www.pastortaiwoodubiyi.org.uk

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My Husband Is the Father Of My Best Friend’s Child Dear Agatha, I have been married for more than 20 years to a man I thought I knew and trusted with my entire heart until the day I found out that he has been cheating on me for a decade. The affair with the other woman has even produced two children; a set of twins. To make matters worse, the woman in question turned out to be my best friend I shared everything with, including the challenges in my home. As gullible as I have been, I was privy to her pregnancy and encouraged her in the relationship she said she was in. She told me he was married and that they didn’t plan for children in their relationship and that since she was getting old, she decided to get pregnant not withstanding his objections. During the time she was pregnant with the twins; she would come to my house and sleep because it was a very trying period for her. I stood by her throughout and even agreed to her suggestions that the naming ceremony for the twins be done in our house to cover her shame as she put it. My husband it was that gave the children the names they answer to till date. Looking back, I feel like the worst fool on earth. I also recall that my motherin-law was very angry with me for allowing such an event in my home and practically ordered my friend out of the house a day after the ceremony, with a warning never to come to my house again. I was angry with my mother-in-law for her actions but she told me that I would understand one day. Until she died, she refused to talk to my husband and begged me on her death bed never to pack out of my home, no matter what. My sisters-in-law too for reasons I didn’t know then, refused to have anything to do with my husband and kept warning me against the betrayal of friends. As a matter of fact, it was even the youngest one of them that told me about my husband’s betrayal. I had gone to celebrate the 10th birthday of the twins with my friend when she called me to know where I was. When I told her, she couldn’t stop her burst of anger at my refusal to terminate the relationship with my so called friend. It was then she told me that the twins were my husband’s children and that my friend has been sleeping with my husband all these

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Agatha Edo gatedo@yahoo.com agatha@gmail.com years. It was as if I was in a dream when I confronted my friend and she confirmed it, saying it was the reason she insisted on the naming ceremony taking place in my home and why she allows the children come as frequently as possible so as to be with their father. She warned me in my interest not to attempt anything or else I won’t live to tell the story. Only God can tell how I drove myself home that day. My husband too didn’t bother to deny it, but kept begging me to forgive him that he didn’t know how the relationship started and that he has been trying to get out of it but to no avail. Knowing how vast my friend is when it comes to visiting native doctors and spiritual homes, I knew my husband could be under a spell. It was after this my in-laws explained their attitude to me and why they kept warning me to terminate my relationship with her. When my husband went to her to end the relationship, she came to my house to threaten him that since he has decided to stay with me, both of us will never enjoy the marriage again. That very night, my husband started bedwetting. First it was just in the night but it has graduated to day time. I don’t know what to do anymore as we have tried all the hospitals. The more medications he takes, the worse he gets. The real problem now is that following the suggestions of my eldest sisterin-law we took him to one of the prayer mountains, where it was revealed that my friend was behind the problem. But the solution they proffered is the reason I’m writing you. According to them, she and my husband during sex took an oath never to leave each other and that bedwetting

would be the lot of the one who walks away. According to the prophet, I should go and beg her to forgive my husband and pretend to permit them to continue with the relationship to enable my husband use the same means break the curse with the anointing oil they would prepare for him and return her curse back to her. Two other pastors have told me the same thing and I have also seen it in my dreams. After seeing it in my dream, I went to her to beg her to forgive me, she beat me and drove me out of her house with a stern warning never to attempt coming to her place again. This is why I need your help. How do I get her to even listen to me? Deola. Dear Deola, You shouldn’t have gone on your own. This is a very delicate matter, one that requires the wisdom of elders to navigate. Going there on your own will only complicate issues between the two of you. Do not forget that even before you approached her, she knew your reasons for wanting to make peace with her. This is not something you do with the flesh. This is one battle you have to entrust to God through prayers and fasting to accomplish. In his letter to the Ephesians 6:12, Apostle Paul wrote: “We wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against powers and wickedness in high places.” Therefore you need to entrench yourself in the words and presence of God to defeat this problem in your marriage. This is because you have given her, through your friendship all the weapons to attack you. She has more knowledge of you, more than, you do of her. This is a battle that has taken her years to plan and execute. As such, it would be very naïve on your part to think mere telling her you are sorry would end it. Though your husband has done the unpardonable, your complete forgiveness is required at this point for God to step in. You cannot enlist the help of God with grudges in your heart due to your husband’s betrayal. Painful as it is, it is a precondition for God to be involved in your battles. You must also find it in your heart to let go of whatever hatred you have for this friend. Since you cannot fight her on your own, why not free yourself of whatever hatred you continued on p(22)

Non-lawyers still barred to own part of a law firm outside DC By Chasing Liberty For 21 years, nonlawyers are not allowed to share with the fees and profits earned by law firms expect those in the District of Columbia. It is the only jurisdiction in the US that allows anyone who is not a lawyer to own part of the law firm. The American Bar Association Commission on Ethics 20/20 plans to consider this issue triggering a debate in the legal community. The commission conducted a meeting in an attempt to take a position on the question of urging the organization to back up the plan of extending the D.C’s rule to other jurisdiction in the United States. Washington partner George Jones from Sidley Austin co-led a working group in the commission and recommended a proposal with the commission to organize a limited form non-lawyer ownership at allow non-lawyers to have a share with the firm’s financial interest and profits. In a December draft letter published by the commission to gather comments from bar associations and lawyers, it stated that: “Small firms in particular are increasingly interested in having non-lawyer partners. These firms believe that there is or will be client demand for the legal ser-

vices that firms with nonlawyer partners are wellpositioned to provide.” Indeed, many lawyers are arguing about the concept of non-lawyer partners over the years, being cautioned about the fact that issues may arise with nonlawyers who have no legal ethics training attempting to influence a law firm in representing clients. “Traditionally, law firms have been owned and controlled solely by lawyers, and they’re bound by a certain regulatory structure,” said WilmerHale partner Jamie Gorelick, coled of Commission on Ethics 20/20. “The concern is that a non-lawyer would not be similarly bound and doesn’t have the same ethical rules as lawyers.” Meanwhile, those who see the need of partnering with non-lawyers consider it as a chance for legal firms to offer services that are client-centred. Likewise, it doesn’t always follow that firms partly owned by non-lawyers can defeat attorneys in making their independent judgment. “There is no evidence that lawyers are incapable of practicing in conformance with [ethical] rules in organizations owned by or run by non-lawyers,” George Jones said. “Inhouse lawyers practice law in conformance with the rules even though the orga-

nizations from which they practice are owned by nonlawyers,” he added. In D.C., many firms that collaborate with nonlawyers offer most of their services in the government affairs such as Utrecht & Phillips, an election law boutique, co-founded by Lyn Utrecht, former lawyer of Hillary Clinton, and listed Patti Solis Doyle as a non-lawyer partner on the firm’s website as government relations specialist. Legislative specialist Jeff MacKinnon also has been a non-lawyer partner of Ryan, Mackinnon, Vasapoli and Berzok law firm for past 16 years. Legal firms outside the Beltway are mostly interested to transfer or establish offices in Washington to be able to collaborate with non-lawyer partners. A draft letter from the commission noted that so far, no disciplinary action in relation to non-lawyers influencing professional judgment of lawyers has been filed against a law firm in DC with non-lawyer partners. Meanwhile, in the United Kingdom, a 2007 law permits non-lawyers to collaborate with law firms there, however, prohibits cross-border mergers with law firms established in jurisdictions where partnering with non-lawyers is not allowed, except in the D.C.

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Family to sue after splash pad accident By Valentine Namukali The family of Greyson Pelvin, a one-year old Brampton boy, who burned his feet after he stepped on a hot metal door at a splash pad, has decided to pursue legal action. The Pelvin family hired a Toronto-based lawyer as they set ground to seek for financial compensation for injuries the toddler got while visiting Gellert Community Park splash pad located in Georgetown, Ont. Adam Halioua, a personal injury lawyer who represents the family in the lawsuit, said: “There was a responsibility to take greater precautions to ensure the safety of all people attending the splash pad, particularly young children.” While visiting the splash pad on 27th July with his family and friends, the boy wandered off and stepped on a hot metal grate that protects the splash water jets’ controls. Greyson suffered burns on his feet and hands.

The child was rushed for treatment at the Hospital for Sick Children and is still under close observation from doctors as his feet and hands undergo healing. The family lawyer disclosed that the family is seeking compensation from Halton Hills town under whose jurisdiction the splash pad falls and therefore has responsibility over for it. Halioua added that the legal action filed by the family is just but a beginning as his legal firm continues investigation into the splash pad incident and that there was high probability

that other parties involved in the design and construction of the splash pad might be enjoined in the lawsuit Halioua declined to disclose how much compensation the family is seeking because it was dependent on the extent of the boy’s injuries and the duration he will be in pain. The legal action filed by the family will definitely send out a warning to other places with splash pads. The family hopes that other areas in Ontario will put in place appropriate mechanisms to protect children before another similar accident occurs.

Be Very Careful When Giving Power of Attorney to Someone I am 65 years old. I am planning for my future and thinking about giving my nephew power of attorney in case I can't get out of my house during the cold weather months. What is a power of attorney? A general power of attorney is a document which,

when executed by you, gives a person the right to step into your shoes during your lifetime and act as if he or she is you. That person can write and sign your cheques, transact banking business or sell your house. You may wish to consider a limited power of attorney which deals only with your

banking. Banks and trust companies have special forms that you can execute at the branch. Remember , be cautious. This is an important step. Make sure you know the person well. People can abuse the privilege . By Mary Anne Shaw A question of law

Law Terms Consumer Rights and Debt Contract - An agreement between two or more people Credit - The person who is owed an amount of money Debt - An amount of money a person owes Debtor - The person who owes money Expense - Money spent on something Goods - A product. Something you buy Income-Money received by you – usually earned Small Claims Court - A court that hears claims for up to $25,000 Warranty - A promise about the quality of a product or service

Dele Akintilo During an investigation carried out by the Can-

ada Border service agency about an unlicensed immigration consulting business, it was discovered that

hundreds of immigrants got permanent residence or Canadian citizenship through an unlicensed immigration

consultant which is based in Metro Vancouver. This unlicensed immigration consulting outfit is owned by Xun Sunny Wang. The company has also made millions of dollars altering passports. Xun Sunny Wang appeared at a hearing in Vancouver’s provincial court

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after he pleaded guilty to eight-count-charge related to his business. Part of his charges include failing to report $2,722,305 of taxable income from 2007 to 2012 and claiming several thousands of dollars of low income tax benefits between 2008 to 2012. The court heard that

Xun Sunny Wang had served over 1,000 immigrants between 2006 and 2013 and has charged over $10 million for services. After a lot of defense and counter arguments from Wang and federal Crown counsels, Judge Harris adjourned the case to next month.

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Important insurance reminders for parents By NC staff (NC) It’s that time of year again. Many students are gearing up to head back to universities across the country. Not only a hectic time for students, but also for parents who have to buy everything from toiletries to electronics for their kids. Despite the time, effort and money parents put into preparing their children for school, many don’t think about protecting their belongings away from home. Blake Reichert, vice president of the Prairie Region for Western Financial Group says it is important to consider insurance options for kids who are away at school.

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TALK TO A BROKER: Talking with a trusted insurance professional is a crucial step in preparing to send your child off to school. There are many factors that affect insurance coverage such as the prov-

ince or state where the student is attending university, and whether they are living in a dorm room or if they are in off campus housing. Health insurance also needs to be investigated. continued on p(48)

Single parents and Life Insurance: Why it Should be a Top Priority By Caterino Grebatorre Life insurance is an absolute necessity for anybody with dependents. Not just would it be able to help guarantee that memorial service expenses and lingering medical bills are covered, but life insurance likewise gives financial stability to kids or spouses if you pass away. Single parents face extra stress regarding life insurance, especially if the kid’s other parent is no longer in the picture. Without another parent to support the youngster, the financial safety life insurance provides turns out to be especially important. Then again, numerous single parents abandon life insurance - as indicated by a March 2011 study from Genworth Financial, 69 percent of single-parent families with kids in the house are without life coverage. For correlation, around 45 percent of wedded parents with kids in the family don’t have life insurance. Worse yet, as indicated by the study, the more kids a family unit has, the more improbable the family is to have life insurance. There are numerous reasons single folks regularly don’t have life insurance. As per the Genworth study, numerous folks who partook in the study referred to absence of time or money as the main motive behind not getting a policy. Without another parent to

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assist, getting insurance obliges time and cash that single parents often don’t have in their calendars or wallets. GET READY FOR THE WORST At the point when married couples purchase life insurance, they regularly plan with the likelihood that one life partner will stay behind to look after the kids if the other passes away. That is not the reality numerous single folks face. Get enough protection to cover your lost wage, child care (if your kids are young) and your kid’s education. College alone can cost tens of thousands dollars. Regardless of the fact that the other parent isn’t paying child support, get some information about his or her life insurance coverage. Pick a guardian for your kids with consideration, and verify that potential guardian understands the legitimate and monetary realities of that obligation. Consult an expert to draft a will. Your verbal wishes will have no lawful standing after you die. AFFORDING COVERAGE When looking to cut expenses, life coverage strategies regularly are one of the first things families cut from their financial plans. When you quit mak-

ing payments, your policy will pass, and you’ll no longer be covered. In the event that you are a single parent and can’t bear to pay your life coverage premiums, consider these alternatives gave by the Insurance Information Institute: Cash out your policy. This is an alternative just on the off chance that you have an entire life insurance policy (instead of a term policy). You no more will have policy, however you will get the money funds that have accumulated over the life of your policy. Place it in an interest-bearing account to get the best return possible. Convert the policy. Entire life insurance policies are frequently more costly than term arrangements are. You may have the capacity to change over your entire life insurance policy into a term policy and utilize the money saving to pay some of your premiums. Let the policy lapse. Now and then, insurance agencies will permit you to restore your policy within five years. This may be a decent alternative on the off chance that you think your money related problem is temporary. In case you’re a single parent, your kids depend on only you. While nobody needs to consider death, fitting arrangements are crucial to make sure your kids are very well cared for if the unimaginable does happen.

(NC) More fires occur during the cooler months than at any other time during the year. Why? People often overlook many potential fire hazards that exist in their home. And, one of these is overloading extension cords and electrical outlets. So before you go ahead and plug appliances and devices into your outlets or power bars, make sure you know how much they can withstand. “Overloading electrical outlets is a common occurrence during the holiday season in particular,” says Wayne Ross, an insurance expert with Aviva Canada. “People are often so consumed with putting up all their holiday decorations that they overlook fire hazards.” The good news is that you can easily reduce the risk by following a few simple tips: • CHECK CORDS BEFORE USE:

Always check cords for damage before using them. If they are damaged, they could spark and cause a fire. • INVEST IN A HIGH QUALITY POWER BAR: If you are going to use a number of appliances and devices and plug them into a power bar to share power, invest in a power bar that can handle the load. • DON’T RUN CORDS UNDER CARPETS OR RUGS: Doing this could cause damage to the cord and spark a fire in the rug.

• USE THE APPROPRIATE EXTERIOR CORDS: Make sure that all extension cords you use outside are weatherproofed and suitable for their intended use. • USE ULC CERTIFIED CORDS: Ensure that all extension cords are Underwriters Laboratory Canada certified. More detailed information is available from your insurance broker or at AvivaCanada.com.

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By NC staff (NC) As the fall season sets in, education is on the minds of many Canadians. For those who are considering continuing their education, learning in the classroom isn’t always an option. Between work, family, and social commitments, there isn’t much free time. Learning must be flexible and dynamic. For many of us a popular alternative to inclass learning is distance education. Distance education can help students meet their educational goals while giving them the freedom to continue their life: 1. IT IS CONVENIENT: Online learning allows for flexibility. Stu-

dents can learn anywhere at any time on a computer or tablet with internet access. Whether it’s picking up an extra credit, improving high school grades or studying new subjects to help facilitate a career change, learning can easily fit into an individual’s schedule. TVO’s Independent Learning Centre (ILC), for example, offers accredited high school courses in a variety of subjects – from mathematics to the arts – helping adult students meet a variety of personal and professional goals. 2. IT IS AFFORDABLE: With costs starting as low as $40 per course registration, picking up an extra credit doesn’t have to break the bank. Although

education costs aren’t limited to tuition, online learning allows students to save on commuting, some learning materials (e.g. textbooks) and additional fees like childcare. 3. STUDENTS CAN LEARN AT THEIR OWN PACE: Every student has a preference for how they like to learn; solo studying allows you to cater your learning to your individual needs, whether it’s a half hour at a time or three solid hours. In addition, interacting with teachers and students can be intimidating. Online communication with other students and teachers allows for more time to collect your thoughts and formulate questions.

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How to financially prepare for a maternity leave (NC) Preparation for a new baby often starts from the moment we see that first sonogram. Beyond the diapers, bottles and furniture to be purchased, there is one thing new parents should not overlook: the cost of maternity leave. If you’re planning to take a year off work and haven’t saved any money, it can be financially stressful. To better prepare for this reduced income period, here’s an overview: New moms can take up to 52 weeks off from their jobs but it doesn’t come with a full pay cheque. If you have worked at least 600 hours and your weekly earnings while on leave will be reduced by more than 40 per cent, you can claim Employment Insurance (EI) which provides a limited source of income during your leave. EI benefits are calculated as 55 per cent of your normal earnings up to a maximum amount. As of January 1, 2015, the maximum yearly insurable earnings amount is

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$49,500 which amounts to $524 per week. Some organizations offer a top-up to EI which can help, but it’s usually limited to a certain number of weeks. With this in mind, Wade Stayzer, the vice president of sales and service with Meridian, Ontario’s largest credit union, offers the following tips to help with the costs of raising a child during the first year: 1. ASSESS WHO SHOULD STAY HOME: If the mother is the breadwinner, it might make financial sense to have the father stay home to minimize the impact on the family’s finances. 2. LIST ALL EXPENSES: If you don’t already have a household budget, track where your money goes each month and calculate costs for everything your new baby will need, such as diapers, formula, and more. 3. CALCULATE

By NC staff (NC) Canada’s harsh weather can take its toll on your home. Year after year, the wind, rain, snow, ice and blistering sun take years off your home’s life. It’s no wonder that the aging process is most noticeable and expensive on the area that suffers the most – your roof. On average, Canadian homeowners replace their roofing material every 18 years at an average cost of $4,500 per project, based on a standard 1,000 square foot bungalow roof. The Canadian company Techniseal has developed an economical and environmentally-friendly alternative to replacing roof shingles. This innovative product is called Elastomeric Roof Coating and is branded under RoofKeeper for asphalt shingles and RoofSkin for sheet-metal roofing. This microporous, acrylic emulsion is applied directly to the roofing material, just like a regular paint. Specially formulated for se-

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By NC staff (NC) Ontario has one of the most generous financial support systems for students in the country, and as a result most university students pay much less for tuition than the sticker price listed on a university’s website. In fact, net tuition for students who get financial help through the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) is roughly half the sticker price once hundreds of

millions of dollars available in loans, grants, scholarships, bursaries and tax credits are deducted from the price. “Most people don’t pay the advertised fee level for tuition,” says Patrick Deane, Chair of the Council of Ontario Universities (COU), and President of McMaster University. “When you consider the combination of net tuition and the fact that university graduates have higher lifetime earnings, a university

education is well worth the investment.” The 2014 Grad Survey, conducted for Ontario’s Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities, found that six months after graduation, the average annual salary for graduates of undergraduate degree programs was more than $42,000. Two years after graduation, it was more than $49,000. The Council says that’s more than earnings of people with any other level of education.

vere climates, it offers an ultra-adherent protection against weathering. The innovative coating protects your roof for up to fifteen years and saves Canadian homeowners the cost of replacing pricey aging shingles and sheet metal for the roof. For as little as one sixth of the cost, you can now avoid the costly replacement of an aging shingles and sheet metal roof. The product is actually guaranteed for up to 10 years; but your roof will be protected for much longer. Because the coating is opaque, it gives you the unique feature of improving the appearance of your roof with a range of colours including black, brown, green, grey, red, blue, white, aluminum and clear. Because it is UV-resistant, it preserves its colour and protective qualities throughout its lifetime. Before actually applying the product to the roof, it is recommended to

first add repair compounds such as Techniseal’s Instant Leak Sealer or Waterproof Sealant around any openings such as the chimney. Repair or replace aged or damaged shingles, remove moss and mildew and clean out the roof surface and the gutters. The application of the coating is rather easy; simply paint it over your old asphalt shingle or sheetmetal roof with a roller or an airless sprayer. The product is also environmentally sound. It’s a 100 per cent waterbased, non-toxic polymer coating that contains no tar. Since it avoids the premature discarding of asphalt shingles and extends the life cycle of the original roofing material, it helps keep away millions of tons of waste from landfills. The elastomeric roof coating can be used on any sloping roof and is ideal for protecting homes, cottages, garages, and sheds. More information on roof protection is available at techniseal.com.

How to price your home just right when selling By NC staff

YOUR MATERNITY/ PATERNITY LEAVE INCOME: Determine if you are eligible for EI, how much you will receive, if your company offers a top-up, plus any other sources of income. 4. START SAVING: If your anticipated expenses are significantly higher than your expected income, you should start saving before the baby arrives. The difference between your expenses and anticipated income is the absolute minimum you should be saving each month to fill the void during your time off. Don’t let the lack of preparation add more stress to an already chaotic life as a new parent, adds Stayzer. Having a financial plan in place before the new bundle of joy arrives will allow you to focus all attention on enjoying the precious moments without worry of making ends meet. More information is available at www.meridiancu.ca.

(NC) When shopping for property, buyers pay attention to the price more than any other factor, new research from the Ontario Real Estate Association (OREA) reveals. According to 75% of Ontarians planning to buy in the next two years, price has the biggest impact on whether a buyer wants to see more of a home. “Setting the sales price is one of the most difficult and yet critical steps in the home-selling process,” says Pat Verge, president of OREA. “It’s a skill that requires extensive knowledge and training as well as access to sophisticated market analysis.” Realtors use a process known as Comparative Market Analysis to

determine a home’s market value. That is, they compare your property to similar homes that have sold recently or are currently on the market. Realtors also take into account social, political and economic factors, as well as the specific features of a home and property to arrive at a realistic asking price. “The first few weeks of the listing are the most important,” says Verge. “If you set your price too high, many prospective buyers will be frightened off without even looking at the property. If you set it too low, you could miss out on thousands of dollars. The objective, then, is to choose a price that is neither too low nor too high.” The price you choose to put in the Listing Agreement will be

based primarily on its fair market value, but will also include other factors, such as the mood of the market, the market’s current strength or weakness, rising or dropping interest rates, employment rates, buyer confidence, competition with other homes, as well as your sales objectives. Speak to your Realtor about all of these considerations. In addition to price, the features on the listing sheet (56%) and interior photos (55%) also have a big impact on a buyer’s decision to want to see more of a home. Aspects like the average household income of the neighbourhood (22%), the age distribution of the neighbourhood (23%) and proximity to a highway (29%) had the least impact.

Over their lifetime, graduates of Ontario universities earn on average $1.1 million more than college

graduates and $1.5 million more than the average Canadian high school graduate.

To read the full 2014 Grad Survey visit www.cou.on.ca.

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Don’t make these mistakes at a buffet By G.G. Bastalino A good buffet is a sumptuous feast that offers customers a wide array of food options as well as the choice to feel stuffed and satisfied. However, many commit blunders in picking up a plate and filling it up with a considerable amount of food because they would end up with poor food choices. Sometimes, this usually results to giving away to fullness quickly leaving the long table unsatisfied and frustrated. Conquering a buffet can be tricky because our eyes tend to be more extensive than our stomach. It is frustrating for us to feel that limit approaching and we have no other choice but to stop eating in a matter of seconds. There’s nothing wrong with celebrating and indulging with overabundance of food, but if you are serious about conquering the “all you can eat” buffet, then you have to consider some factors in order to end up with a joyful and satisfying meal and your money’s worth. Here are some of the things you have to avoid to ensure that you’ll walkout of a buffet happy and satisfied: DON’T JUST DIVE IN Don’t get carried away. Assess the situation first before starting your buffet dining. Take note of the offering. Keep in mind which choices are the must-haves, the no-no’s

and the maybes. If you just dive right in without making a mental note on these stuffs you won’t be able to know the possibilities that are ahead of you. One good strategy that a buffet-diner should use is making a canvass of the offerings on the long table before picking a choice. DON’T PICK A SMALL PLATE Never grab a smaller plate and fill it up with main course food items. Many amateurs commit an embarrassing mistake of awkwardly transferring the contents of their small plate into a large plate after they found it. Getting a small plate will place you on the disadvantage side right on the spot. Remember, use a large plate for the main course and pick a smaller plate for desserts or bread choices. DON’T PLACE LARGE AMOUNT OF FOOD ON YOUR PLATE Overloading a plate with food is a common mistake buffet-diners do. Instead of piling your plate with all your food choices, try to get small servings first. If you want to eat more, go back to the buffet table and take another helpings of your choices. This is a more efficient way of dining than piling your plate with everything you desire to eat at once. DON’T USE YOUR HANDS IN PICKING FOODS

Respect your fellow buffet attendees and observe good hygiene. Use the thongs provided on the dining table instead of your bare hands. AVOID SNEEZING Obviously, we all know why this is a no-no. But, if you feel like sneezing while you are on the line, excuse yourself. If possible, go to a place far from the buffet table and from anyone. AVOID STARCHES If you are serious about tasting many of the choices served on the table, go easy on rice, bread or swallows. Take a little portion on starches since they can quickly fill up your stomach leaving a little space for anything else. DON’T DRINK A LOT To avoid ruining your chance to try as many dishes as possible, avoid drinking while eating. Water or beverages may fill you up quickly like carbohydrates or starches. DO RUSH THE EATING PART If you’re thinking about missing the chance to taste a dessert you are eyeing on the table because of the long line, don’t be upset. Buffet bowls will be refilled from time to time. Enjoy your time and relish your meal. Then, when you’re done with the course, come back to the table for second helpings.

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La Presse’s weekday newspaper to end soon By Chasing Liberty Monteral La Presse, one of the largest and oldest dailies in the country, made an announcement few weeks ago that it will terminate the print edition of its weekday paper starting in January 1, 2016, three years after launching its free digital tablet edition. The 131-year-old French language paper owned by Power Corp., declared that by January 1 subscribers of the paper will have access to the print edition of the paper only on Saturdays. It will become the first major daily that will be available digitally on weekdays to address a permanent shift in advertising costs said Publisher Guy Crevier. In an interview with the Canadian Press, Crevier disclosed that the North American newspaper sector experienced a decrease of revenues by 63 per cent or 29 billion over the past 10 years. “There is nobody who can survive in an environment like that,” said Crevier. Thirty months after the launching of La Presse Plus, the newspaper’s digital edition showed more success than the weekday printed paper. About 460,000 people check out the digital paper every week, which also gained a lot of advertisers, Crevier said. After the tablet was introduced, the

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matter of time now. They’re really trendsetters by doing that.” He noted that other papers like Montreal Gazette, Le Devoir and Toronto Star are planning to launch their own tablet editions too. In fact, La Presse decided to terminate the weekday paper on the day following Toronto Star’s launching of its own free digital tablet, which was made possible through its partnership with La Presse. La Presse and The Star revealed that their digital advertising joint venture Olive Media will terminate its operation next year. Upon closure of the nine-year advertising agency, sales will be returned to its paper groups namely the Square Victoria Digital Properties Inc., and Toronto Star newspapers Ltd. The termination of agency will leave 12 employees in Montreal and 70 employees in Toronto. Nevertheless, some of the employees based in Toronto will be transferred to Star Metro Media while the remaining Montreal staff will be employed by La Presse. All these changes will affect the future of print media in Canada. Although Nantel is confident that a number of printed newspapers may remain operating for the next 50 years, there’s a possibility that they will become expensive luxurious products by that that time.

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When all other options and efforts to remain married have been exhausted, divorce is an act of kindness. However, many couples presume that their lives after divorce will be easier and happier, offering a second chance at love. Unfortunately, statistical evidence clearly demonstrates that divorce is infinitely more complicated and painful than people expect. Even in the rare instances in which divorce is amicable, research indicates that divorce seldom supplies the solutions that the divorcing partners seek. Marriage brings together two individuals with different histories, perspectives, temperaments and expectations – although often with the same mistaken assumption that each shares the other’s notion of what marriage should be. Unforeseen challenges and conflicts arise, forcing couples to re-orient or re-define themselves. Transitions such as parenthood, career change, financial difficulties, loss of employment or health, the departure of grown children, or bereavement may create turmoil and lead one to question basic suppositions/premises. A partner may become so overwhelmed that he or she stops investing effort in the marital relationship, or so desperate that he or she believes that fulfillment can only be attained outside the marriage. Other reasons for which couples seek divorce include poor communication, heated arguments, perceived character flaws, loneliness and lack of emotional satisfaction. What needs to be made clear to a couple contemplating divorce is that, in the vast majority of cases, the best response to these problems is to renew the marriage, not to terminate it. SHORT AND LONG TERM AFFECTS OF DIVORCE ON CHILDREN Children expect and deserve to grow up in a safe world. Their parents’ role is to nurture and protect them, and to provide reassurance. The dissolution of the family is the single greatest threat to a child’s emotional – and often financial – well-being. Having his parents publicly declare that they cannot love each other enough to stay together causes a child’s sense of security and his view of the world to shatter

completely. Although clearly it is preferable that parents resolve their differences, studies have shown that children can thrive even in homes where there is marital conflict. From a child’s perspective, divorce only exacerbates the problem rather than resolving it, forcing him to adjust to a new and more difficult situation. He now must travel between two homes, often between parents who are still resentful and fighting with each other even though they no longer are living together. Carted back and forth, and confronted with two distinct sets of house rules and parenting philosophies, one teenager commented, “I feel like I’m being torn apart. I’m in the middle of a tug-of-war between Mom and Dad.” Children often find themselves caught in the middle of arguments between ex-spouses and forced to take sides. Even the most conscientious parents can unintentionally compel a child to decide between Daddy and Mommy. As one nineyear-old child reported, “Holidays are the worst. If I’m with my Mom, then I miss my Dad and know Dad is sad. If I’m with my Dad, then I miss my Mom and know she is home crying.” When there is no viable alternative to divorce, parents must ensure their children’s emotional well being by arranging some form of therapy. Divorce does not condemn a child to a lifetime of unhappiness; many children of divorce consciously strive to attain committed, loving relationships. HOW DIVORCE AFFECTS MEN AND WOMEN Divorce has long-term repercussions for both men and women. In one study, half the women reported feeling lonely and being diagnosed with depression, despite having divorced up to ten years earlier. Surprisingly, fifty percent of these women had been the partners who initiated the divorce. Similarly, the vast majority of men reported some confusion even twenty years postdivorce; they were no longer sure what they wanted out of life. The expectation that Mr. or Mrs. Right is waiting in the wings is a fantasy. Forty percent of women over the age of thirty never remarry. The dating process is usually experienced as being difficult and discouraging. continued on p(48)

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By: Pastor Taiwo Odubiyi An inevitable truth about life is the fact that we will have to make choices concerning virtually everything in life. So many things will call for our attention and as such there is need to prioritize. Martha was busy with many things but Jesus told her she needed to get her priorities right. But Martha was distracted with much serving, and she approached Him and said, “Lord, do You not care that my sister has left me to serve alone? Therefore tell her to help me!” And Jesus answered and said to her, “Martha, Martha, you are worried and troubled about many things. But one thing is needed, and Mary has chosen that good part, which will not be taken away from her.” (Luke 10:40-42) A priority is something that is important to you, which comes before most things and must be attended to. Setting priorities concerning issues in our life requires the wisdom of God. Some things in life require more time than the others while some may require less time but more of other resources like money. It is very essential that we minimize mistakes in priorities we set. We need to get our priorities in the right order. In Tears on my Pillow (one of my novels), the pastor asked Fred to make a priority list and he wrote – my job, my kids, my

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friends, my God, my mother, my wife. The pastor said, “Can you see why you are having problems in your marriage? Your job came first! It came before your wife, your kids, and even your God! … your wife is at the bottom of your list. How could you expect her to be happy?” he stared at Fred. “Even your friends came before her. You definitely neglected her … worse still, your job and friends came before God … if God is not in the first place, the person has made a mistake …” As human beings, it is easy to forget what our priorities should be. God expects us to put Him first in all we do. When we love Him with all our hearts, our souls and strength, we will get other things right. Jesus answered him, “The first of all the commandments is ‘Hear O Israel, the Lord our God is one. And you shall love the Lord

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How Can I Live with a Man Whom I Don’t Know? Salam Aleikom respected counselor. I am getting married in a couple of days, and I am really not excited about it. On the contrary; I am quite negative about it. It’s an arranged marriage, and I’ve spoken to the guy only a couple of times via Skype and Whatsapp. So, I can’t say that I really know him. I did consent to the marriage when my parents asked, but I keep on regretting the decision. All my reasons seem absurd to my parents. For example, I wanted someone perhaps taller and maybe have a different profession. I am very negative about the whole thing, and right now, I am just going with the flow. How can I be expected to live with a man or start a marriage without even knowing him? How to be intimate with him in any sort of manner?

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your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your mind, and with all your strength.’ This is the first commandment. And the second, like it, is this, ‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself.’ There is no other commandment greater than these.” (Mark 12:29-31) Next on the priority list should be your spouse but the question is – does your spouse come next or do other things and people take his or her place? In marriage, the man must not make work or his extended family and friends take greater priority over his immediate family, and the wife must take priority over the kids. There are people who have made their children more important than their spouses and as I wrote in 30 Things Husbands Do That Hurt Their Wives, that should not be. You met your spouse before you had the children and for your children to grow up with a healthy sense of security, they need to know that Mummy and Daddy love each other. The woman must also show priority concerning her man. He must be on top of her priority list, before the children, friends, work, her parents, etc, no matter how long she has been acquainted with those other people. A couple should make out time for God and each other, and other things will fall in place. Email: info@pastortaiwoodubiyi.org.uk

I keep on nagging my parents about it, and they are just getting really disturbed by me. They say it’s a good match, but why I don’t feel peace with it? I can’t stop it now; the cards are here and all people know about it. I think a part of me thinks that I deserve someone better. I am also a bit over weight and I believe that this is the reason why I am getting married to a man I don’t really like. I usually think that maybe if I got thinner I’d get someone better. Thoughts like these keep on nagging me and irritating me. What if it doesn’t work out? What do I do? Just go for it? Just try and be positive about it? On paper, there is nothing wrong with the guy. Am I being ungrateful? Are marriages written in heaven? Isn’t there such think as dream guy, is it? Is this the guy I was always meant to be with regardless of being thin or fat? I know these questions may sound weird, but I really need someone other than my parents to lend me an ear. I know other people have bigger problems and I am probably just being whiny here, but I would appreciate some insight. Aliah Azmeh, MSW

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Salamu Alaikum Sister, Thank you for sending us your question. It is apparent that you are at a crossroads in regards to making a decision on your upcoming marriage. I ask Allah to ease your confusion and to help you to make the right decisions for yourself. Sister, you have mentioned that you are currently engaged to a man that has good qualities “on paper.” Your parents have somewhat pressured you to agree to the proposal and you subsequently did so. Now that your wedding day has almost arrived, you are starting to have second thoughts, especially since you do not know much about this man. Even after you tell your parents about your hesitation, it seems that they want to convince you that this marriage is blessed and “made in heaven” as you mentioned. Now, you are trying to convince yourself that this man is the right one for you when you say that you are “a little overweight” and have to accept things even if it’s not what you want deep down. What results is that you are trying to convince yourself to agree to continued on p(22)

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Toronto Major supported after refusing to make Olympic Games bid By Ray Ryan

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Toronto Mayor John Tory has been supported in his decision not to bid for the 2024 Summer Olympics. There were hopes Toronto would bid for the Olympics following the success of the recent Pan Am Games. Yet Tory says the city is not ready to make a bid at this time – but has not ruled out a future attempt to host the Games. Tory has been backed in his decision by The Canadian Olympic Committee. Their president Marcel Aubut said he respected the Mayor’s decision and appreciated the seriousness in which he took the matter. Aubut said: “We remain optimistic Toronto could and should host the Olympic Games in the future. The Canadian Olympic Committee is determined to have the Olympics back in the country at the earliest opportunity.” The International Olympic Committee was also supportive of Tory’s decision. IOC spokesman Mark Adams said: “We realize that time

was too short for such a detailed project to get the necessary support in just a few weeks following the successful Pan Am Games. “The International Olympic Committee highly appreciates what Toronto has done as it continues to work on a future candidacy.” Tory’s decision was met with disappointment in Toronto, which has already had two failed bids for the Games in 1996 and 2008. Canada has only held the Summer Olympics once, in Montreal in 1976. It has held the winter Olympics twice in Calgary and in Vancouver five years ago. Tory remains confident Toronto will hold the Games in the future. In explaining his decision not to enter a bid, he said: "I believe that one day Toronto will be a great venue for the Olympic Games, but not in 2024. "Time was against us in building the kind of support you have to have from the community in order for this to work. I am not saying no to the Olympics. I am saying not this time." “I can’t look people in the eye at this point in our city’s development and tell them that an Olympic bid is the best use of our time or our energy or our investment. “We will continue to be very careful in how our money is invested and to what end.”

continued from p(21) something your heart isn’t accepting. I am sorry that you have been put in a difficult position such as this one; however, you need to do some kind of positive and assertive actions. The first thing you must do is to be honest with yourself about how you feel about this marriage and what you would rather wish to happen. You mentioned things like getting to know him better and some concerns regarding his looks. Those are serious issues, and addressing them before you get married is vital to help you make a decision that you are comfortable with. You may also have other issues that you are concerned about. Please, do not overlook them. Your opinion is valuable. Do not try to convince yourself otherwise by putting yourself down with your weight. You deserve to be happy and content with your major life decisions.

Marriage is a lifelong commitment, and your full consent is a vital component to make this marriage successful. I understand that your family situation may be difficult in regards to slowing things down and listening to your concerns. However, you must continue to communicate respectfully with your parents about your feelings in an opened and honest manner. Do not force yourself to accept something that you are not in agreement with. Do not be passive by allowing things happen to you without your consent. Be assertive by being an active part of the decision making and listening to all opinions about this marriage (especially yours). In summary, you should first have an honest conversation with yourself about your feelings towards this marriage and what you

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‘I Want My Family Back,’ Abused Boy Begs Father In Video Shackled and naked in a darkened Kanata basement, the frightened, emaciated boy sobbed as he promised his father he’d stop lying. The 11-year-old also tells his father — then an RCMP counter-terrorism investigator — that he’ll also stop picking the padlock on his shackles. “I want my family back,” the boy begs in a Jan. 3, 2013, video from his father’s cellphone. “I’ve had enough of my punishment. I’ll stop lying … I’ll show you I can change. “I’m going to keep my locks as tight as possible on my feet.” Five videos seized from the father’s phone — 45 minutes, and 12 seconds in all — were played in court on Tuesday at his parents’ trial. The boy’s father and stepmother, both free on bail, are each charged with aggravated assault, forcible confinement, and failure to provide necessities of life. The boy’s father, 44, is also charged with sexual assault causing bodily harm, and three counts of assault with a weapon

(handcuffs, wooden stick, and a barbecue lighter). The stepmother, a 36-yearold federal government employee, is also charged with assault with a weapon (wooden spoon). They are accused of shackling and handcuffing the boy in the basement for six months in 2013. The father, since suspended from the Mounties, is also accused of burning his son’s genitals with a barbecue lighter. The boy weighed only 50 pounds the day he escaped. Doctors said he had almost starved to death. The courtroom fell silent when boy’s pale and sunken face appeared on the video, and gasps were heard at the sight of the naked boy’s tiny frame. The father is heard demanding the boy confess to his so-called sins, including the time he kissed a girl’s hand as they sat up in a tree. “You haven’t repented yet. You will weep blood for what you have done. I don’t see you on your knees yet,” the father tells his son, who was handcuffed behind his back and chained to a wall

in the unfinished basement. “If you’re in this position, it’s because someone has had enough of you,” the father says in a disturbing interrogation in English and French. “You will pray that Jesus will take you back after all of this and that your parents will take you back.” The father sat with his head bowed as the videos were shown. The boy’s stepmother dabbed at tears. In one of the videos, the father threatens to distribute the video “to the people you most care for.” On Day 6 of the trial, the court heard that the boy still expressed loyalty after escaping. “My dad didn’t do anything wrong. I don’t want him to go to jail,” the boy told authorities, according to notes read into the court record on Tuesday. The boy also felt like he had done something wrong. “My dad is in the RCMP. He would know.” The boy was assured that he did nothing wrong. It wasn’t the first time Ottawa police got a call about the boy. Two years earlier, the boy had gone

to a neighbour’s saying he was hungry and wanted to stay the night because he was being punished at home. Police were called and returned him to his home, court heard. In a videotaped police interview played in court last week, the father admitted that he chained and handcuffed his “outof-control” son in the basement because he had run out of options. He also admitted that he rationed the boy’s meals down to just two peanut-butter pitas a day. The father, who said “I hate myself for it”, also confessed that he burned his son with a BBQ lighter and once hit him so hard with the back of his hand that the boy was left with a broken tooth. While the boy was not taken for medical attention, his father went to an Ottawa hospital emergency room because he had a little cut on a knuckle from his son’s tooth, according to his own admission and texts entered into evidence at trial. The boy is expected to testify when the trial continues Wednesday. -ottawacitizen.com

pounds found in cruciferous vegetables called glucoraphanin (one of the bitter glucosinolates) and myrosinase, which are released when kale or other cruciferous vegetables are prepared and when they’re chewed. Sulforaphane may reduce your risk of some cancers by detoxifying carcinogens (substances that cause cancer) and by increasing the activity of antioxidants. Sulphorane may also have a direct ef-

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have in your heart by handing her completely to God who has the powers to do and undo in the affairs of men? Before you go to her the next time, fast and pray first. After that, enlist the help of your pastors and some elders in the family, including your eldest sister-in-law to ac-

company you to her house. Since you both have been friends for a while, you must know the things she cannot resist; buy her those things as presents to soften her mind. Ensure you also get things for her children. You have to possess the wisdom of a serpent to defeat someone like her,

so massage her ego by going on your knees to beg her in the presence of your entourage for her forgiveness. The important thing is her agreeing to do what you came for. Once she agrees, on the day your husband is going to her, ensure you are also in the spirit to ensure success. Once done,

you can get angry with him as much as possible, but not before you accomplish victory for him through your prayers of intercession.

wish would have happened. List the issues that do not feel good about like not knowing your fiancé well enough, looks, etc. then address them with your family. Explore all your options as a family and let them know your concerns. At the end of the day however, I would not advise you to go on with a marriage that you aren’t content with. It takes a lot of bravery to respectfully stand up for your ideas, especially

if they are different from the norm. However, doing so will be better for you and your fiancé in the long run.

Detroit, Michigan. Aliah graduated with a Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Michigan in 2007 and has experience working in the United States and overseas. Aliah currently works as a clinical social worker and provides individual, family, and marital counseling at Muslim Family Services in Detroit, MI. Disclaimer: The conceptualization and recom-

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foods truly prevent (or cause) cancer and other diseases because there are so many potential confounding factors. For example, people who eat more cruciferous vegetables may also eat more vegetables in general or be more health-conscious. However, lab studies may help us understand how sulforaphane may contribute to cancer prevention. Sulforaphane is synthesized from two com-

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May Allah help you to make the right decision for yourself and grant you success. About the Counselor: Aliah F. Azmeh is a licensed clinical social worker who practices in

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God will give you the strength to succeed. Good luck. -dailyindependentnig.com

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5 Qualities A Real Estate Agent Should Have By G. G. Bastalino Real estate agents have to keep good qualities in order to be successful in their chosen career. This career path is one of the most profitable and lucrative business to handle, indeed, it takes time, experience and wonderful agent characteristics to earn a client’s trust and confidence. After all, real estate business involves investing a large amount of money which requires an agent to exhibit a trustworthy character towards his or her client when proposing and closing a deal. These qualities should not only be revealed during the proposal stage, he or she has to maintain the same qualities during

the sale and after the execution of contract to keep his clients coming and his reputation developing. Here are some of the best qualities a real estate agent should demonstrate in the presence or absence of the client: GOOD COMMUNICATION SKILLS House sellers or buyers prefer to deal with agents who are communicative. As their ultimate goal, agents have to guide and assist his clients in selling or purchasing a property so that they can provide clients with information relevant to their situation or needs. They should not be hesitant in speaking up while keeping a polite attitude. He or she

can do it by promoting the property being sold as if it was his own. Through his aggressive attitude, the realtor will be able to tell his client where his buying or selling situation stands or place the property right in the forefront of the market. Usually, clients get frustrated with agents who do not communicate with them regularly. Thus, a good real estate agent has to stay in contact with their clients and customers constantly because even insignificant information to a seasoned agent can be crucial to a client who is a novice in real estate transactions. PROACTIVE Proactive agents are

not only focused on scouting for potential buyers, they are also involved in searching for new leads and communicating with their existing customers constantly. The most proactive realtors keep their clients informed because the more questions their client asks, the more information they need. SALES EXPERIENCE Recent sales experience is incredibly important for a person dealing with clients or customers selling or buying a home. Home sellers or buyers who have never sold a home in one place or who are new in the area need assistance on how to start with the deal. They need a winner with

insight, experience and knowledge in real estate to make sure they start things out right. ORGANIZED Real estate agents that are most likely to sell a home are those who have the ability to organize and manage details. This character is a must to agents working in hard-sell markets. They have to be sensitive with time and changes to be able to provide their clients immediate remedies to improve the value of the property the client is selling. They can do this by creating MLS listing and gathering photographs of potential properties and making return calls to clients or setting an appointment with

client on time. CLIENT-MOTIVATED While agents have the obligation to keep their clients informed, it is not good to get an agent who does most of the talking. A good realtor must put his or her seller first by asking them what their needs and special requests are. The interests of the client should always be the top priority of the agent to make sure the client is supported and happy with the decisions and transactions he made. Buying and selling a property can stressful so the agent has to consider all these qualities to help his or her client achieve the final goal: the sale of the property or house.

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By Dele Akintilo Bauchi State Government has announced that its aircraft had been leased to Overland Airlines. This announcement was made by Bauchi State Deputy Governor, Alhaji Nuhu Gidado while briefing newsmen in Bauchi. He explained that the lease exercise was aimed at generating revenue for the state. Alhaji Nuhu revealed further that the aircraft has not generated any substantial revenue

since it was bought in 2006. He explained that the plain had earlier been leased to IRS Airlines, Hamsel Air and Associated Aviation but the three leases did not generate any revenue for the state He said, “The aircraft was first leased to IRS and it generated N100million, but the government spent N123million on its repairs. It was then leased to Hamsel Air at the rate of N15million per month. Associated Air leased it for N51million after then the state government

cancelled the agreement with Hamsel but that also did not yield the expected revenue as the government had to part with N238million for repairs.” Gidado continued by saying that the deal with overland would be sealed after the slight technical issue had been resolved and debunked the report that the plane was at a point in time stolen. He also advised media houses to always conduct proper investigations before giving information to the public.

Winnipeg trustee punished for harassment By Ariel Concepcion Winnipeg, CanadaA Board of Trustee of one of Manitoba’s largest school divisions had been charged with harassment filed by one of the division’s employees, the Winnipeg Sun had reported Sept. 15. The case barred Mike Babinsky of the Winnipeg School Division from attending board meetings within 30 days starting Oct. 5up to Nov. 2. According to the report, external investigations done by the board had found Babinsky guilty of intimidating, humiliating and harassing a division employee by making comments on emails, during trustee meetings and during their conversation. Babinsky’s actions were prohibited under the division’s policy (Harassment Prevention Policy) of dealing with workers, according to WSD chairman Mark Wasilyw. The chairman also adds that “this is the harshest punishment a trustee has

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John Wiens had told the WSD to “clean up” its act before the year ends (Dec. 31, 2015). The severely critical report by Wiens led to Mr. Babinsky’s punishment which he stated that “the toxic cultures of fear in which senior staffers were confronted by individual trustees”. On this regard, Wiens had also told the 9-member board to control Babinsky or suspend him if needed be. The Sun also reported that Babinsky had been censured four times in the past prior to this complaint. It was learned that the board needs two-thirds of the vote to agree on this punishment. However, Babinsky could still get his salary and represent the people he is supposed to serve while barred one month from board meetings through a fellow trustee, the Sun quoted Wasilyw as saying. Wasilyw stated that “trustees are held to a high standard and should not be disrespect-

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Pro-jihadist stickers found in several cars at Repentigny By Chasing Liberty Several cars parked in Repentigny were found vandalized with pro-jihadist stickers that pose threats to citizens of Quebec if they refuse to convert to Islam. The stickers were left posted on the surface of the cars that are parked within the grounds of Brien Blvd. and Valmont Street. It features phrases that say “Quebec is Allah’s land” and “Covert, or else…” with a picture of a man in a turban holding a gun beside an ISIS flag. Etienne Blais, one that of the car owners

who found a sticker on his windshield said: “To me, it seems whoever did was probably serious in their intentions. But I think it was a waste of time. There’s no way something like that would work here.” In an investigation conducted by Repentigny police with Surete du Quebec, witnesses said they noticed a group of four people in burgas leaving one of the parking areas where the stickers were found. The investigators said they are taking this situation seriously. According to

Haroun Bouazzi, representative of the Association of Muslims and Arabs for Laicite, this act is done by someone who intends to embarrass the Muslim community. “We have been seeing that even in our official Facebook page where people post stuff where they are explaining that all Muslims are ready to kill homosexuals and they are ready to marry 9-year-old girls and stuff like that,” Bouazzi said. “After watching the Facebook account, we understand pretty fast that it is not a Muslim at all.”

ful to abuse authority and I hope Trustee Babinsky had learned from this situation”. The Sept. 15 ruling of the board on the Babinsky’s case marks his fifth censure in a span of 20 years as Trustee in the WSD. In November 2014, the board had censured Mike Babinsky when he leaked to the media a confidential email by

a co-trustee without her consent. In June 2013, Babinsky, unable to attend, sent his son instead to represent him in an academic awards ceremony. Another trustee, Suzanne Hrynyk confronted his son regarding the absence of his father, the older Babinsky reportedly blasted Hrynyk through an email when he learned of the con-

frontation. Another incident leading to one of Babinsky’s censures, the Sun continued, was when he criticizes the board’s extravagant spending during a catered meeting, May of 2013. These were only a few of Babinskys’ reported misdemeanors the past years before he was finally punished on his latest “odd behavior”.

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Nigerian Police bans private Toronto: Disabled man told housing is for Muslims only use of siren in rivers By Ariel Concepcion Nigeria- The Nigerian police on Sept. 17 banned the use of siren by private individuals on rivers; this was announced by DSP Ahmad Muhammad, the Public Relations Officer of the Nigerian River Police Command. The statement was disclosed at Port Harcourt, the capital of Rivers State of Nigeria. The disclosure was made amidst the rising uncontrolled use of sirens among private citizens which become annoying to the residence along rivers, as reported by Nigeria’s Leadership, the country’s most influential newspaper. The report also stated that private individuals will be prohibited from using sirens anywhere in the state. “Bullion vans are also forbidden to use siren in the state except when escorted or piloted by police pilot vehicles”, add the report. Port Harcourt has a population of more than 1.90 million people as of the 2012 census conducted by the national government. The city is highly congested where many people live along the state’s long stretch of river and several establishments,

government offices and other multinational firms are located in the area. Aside from being a premier city, Port Harcourt is economically significant as the hub of Nigeria’s oil industry. Indiscriminate use of siren even in early morning or late at night disturbed mostly the resting manpower of the city which authorities believed is not conducive to their health. The paper, however, reported exemptions on the ban. Top government officials, including the President, Vice-President, Senate President, Speaker of the House of Representatives and the Inspector General of the Police (IGP) were exempted from the ban at any time, the paper reported. Additionally, some other government offices and officials such as Governors, Service Chiefs, General Officer Commanding (GOCs), and Assistant Inspector-General of the Police and the Commissioner of the Police were also exempted from the ban. The report also cited the further exemption of ambulance, fire trucks and other similar vehicles requiring the use of siren. The authorities have given the civilian populace concern

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up to seven days to comply with the order or they may be arrested and prosecuted if they did not comply. Earlier in May 2014, the government of Osun, an inland state located in south-western Nigeria had initially banned the indiscriminate use of siren as reported by the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN). The ban was in response from some of Nigeria’s environmentalists “as this constitutes noise pollution which is not healthy for our society”, added the NAN’s report. The State of Osun is composed of 30 Local Government Areas and all of these areas are obliged to comply from the Governor’s directive with regards to the banning of the use of siren by unauthorized persons. According to the report, Mr. Sunday Akere, Osun’s Commissioner for Information and Strategy had announced the ban signed by the governor with the following exemptions: the police, firefighters, ambulances and members of the Nigerian armed forces whom he said, “By the nature of their duties were mandated to use siren”.

By Ariel Concepcion Toronto- Global News of Canada had reported on Aug. 26, that a disabled man identified as Austin Lewis, 21, had been denied subsidized housing because he is not a Muslim. Paralyzed when he was 8 and confined to a wheelchair since, Lewis is trying to find subsidized apartment and rent-toincome abode in this city where the building is located. The young disabled have been taken out of the waiting list from the publicly subsidized building established by the Muslim community which was responsible for its existence. Citing Lewis as non-Muslim, he was not given the privilege to own any unit from the apartment, the paper reported. “It doesn’t make sense; I lived in Texas, it doesn’t make sense there either”, Lewis said as quoted by Global News. The report added that Lewis had received a letter from the Housing Connections on August 25 which said that his name would be taken off the list for an apartment unit located at 3001 Finch Avenue West,

which he knew is being operated by Ahmadiyya Abode of Peace, Inc. a known Muslim organization. The building is a 16-storey residential structure which provides a wide range of services to its tenants. Meanwhile, the GTA News has reported that the housing had been already approved early in the 1990’s as part of the government’s provincial program to establish affordable housing for religious groups and other non-profit organizations. Although the practice is legal, it may result to issues like accommodations for religious and other minority groups which could cause limited housing accessibility to others, as many experts believed. The report also said that the building was opened before the end of 2014 and it was offered to anyone including those on the waiting list which was alleged to be the priority regardless of faith. Laura Whiteway, Lewis’ mother condemned the act saying, “They’re being given a license to discriminate. It’s just wrong!” She was maddened by the fact that his son could be

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Nigerian Beats His Mother To Death in Texas By Dele Akintilo Hauwa Esther Kadima, a mother of four, professor of language and an author was beaten to death at her Longview, Texas residence by her last child, Daniel Kadima on July 28, 2015. After the incident, policemen were called to her home and the policemen found her corpse on getting to her home. A bloody chair was found next to her corpse and her skull was found fractured when autopsy was conducted on her corpse. The same Daniel who called the police was

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DMO: Imo state owes 32 billion The Debt Management Office’s Director General. Dr. Abraham Nwankwo has disclosed that Imo State owes commercial banks to the tune of NGN37.1 billion. This revelation was made when Dr Nwankwo was speaking with journalists in Abuja. He revealed that Osun, Imo, Delta, Edo, Ekiti, Ogun, Oyo, Benue, Kogi, Bauchi and Kwara States have had their debts restructured and that these States will pay 14.83% percent of their domestic bond’s valuation that their

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PM Modi’s Canadian visit cost taxpayers over 370k By Roy Ryan Taxpayers had to shell out over over $370,000 Canadian Dollars for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit to Canada, official figures have revealed. The three day visit was deemed to have been a success as Canadian leaders try to strengthen business links with India. The trip in April was the first time an Indian Prime Minister has visted Canada in more than 40 years. Yet official figures released under Canada’s Access to Information Act have now revealed how expensive the trip proved to be. The report shows the trip cost the public

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just over $373,000 and revealed the breakdown of what taxpayers got for their money. The bill included $17,600 on beverages including alcohol, $80,000 on receptions, and $106,400 on motorcades. The expenditure also included $10,448 on hotel rooms, $30,000 on audio visual equipment, $21,708 on unspecified consultants, $73,213 on public servants’ travel,

$14,790 on health services, $1,584 on gifts, $5,981 on interpreters and translation and $75 for a flag. The bill is actually larger than the official figures revealed as security costs have not been included. Other costs – such as an event in Toronto – were paid for by private citizens and businesses. The Toronto event in the Ricoh Coliseum was the biggest of the trip and cost $600,000 which was privately funded. That event saw Canadian Prime Minister and Conservative Leader Stephen Harper speak to 10,000 members of the Indo-Canadian community where he widely praised Modi.

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By G.G. Bastalino Ahmadiyya’s 39th Annual Convention was celebrated this year in Canada at the International Center, Mississauga from August 2830, 2015. The assembly also known as Jalsa Salana, is the largest convention that the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community holds every year attended by more than 20,000 people across the country. In Canada, there are over 30,000 Ahmadiyya members who go to 20 purpose built mosques in several towns and cities. This Muslim community, headquartered in Maple, Ontario, is one of the known Muslim groups consistent of condemning unIslamic activities of ISIS and other Muslim terrorist groups and negating the misconceptions of Islam and their Prophet Muhammad. The three-day annual assembly welcomed more than 17,000 attendees including 700 participants from 18 nations. National President Lal Khan Malik chaired the the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama’at of Canada which was attended by numerous dignitaries of the country such as Pakistan’s Consul General Asghar Golo, India’s Consul General Akilesh Mishra,

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Canada’s Liberal Party leader Justin Trudeau, Defense Minister Jason Kenney, and Honorable Stephen Harper, Prime Minister of Canada. Also, Ontario’s Regional Chief of First Nations Isadore Day and other First Nation representatives graced the convention. Having been persistent with its efforts to promote peace and tolerance, Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama’at received a remarkable commendation from the Prime Minister, saying: “By your words and by your actions Canada’s Ahmadiyya Community has earned the respect and admiration of all Canadians.” While referring to the horrific attacks by ISIS inspired terrorists in Ottawa in October 2014, Mr. Harper commended the swift condemnation of this un-Islamic act by the President of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama’at, Mr. Lal Khan Malik who said, “Whatever the reason whatever the grievances, whatever the complaints, you cannot take the life of an innocent person who has no role in what you are complaining for.” In his statement, Justin Trudeau also recognized the Ahmadiyya members’ commitment in advocating the

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Dangote Cement wins Business of the Year award at the African Business Awards ceremony on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York Capt Ujunwa Akwiwu, Zina Akwiwu, Ajoke Akwiwu

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NEW YORK, United States, 24th September, 2015-/African Media Agency (AMA)/- Daphne Mashile Nkosi, Strive Masiyiwa, Helen Hai and Mohammed Dewji are among the top business leaders who were recognised at the 2015 African Business Awards held tonight at the Four Seasons Hotel in New York, on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly. The Awards, organised by African Business magazine, also commended leading businesses including Dangote Cement, Guaranty Trust Bank, Abellon Clean Energy, the Nigerian Stock Exchange and the leading provider of mobile-delivered micro-insurance in emerging markets, BIMA. The award for the 2015 African Business of the Year went to Dangote Cement. Helmed by Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, the Nigerian cement behemoth plans to expand production in several countries in anticipation of an infrastructure and construction boom. The judging panel applauded Dangote Cement for its continued drive to develop new tailored products, gain market share and expand its activities throughout the continent. Daphne Mashile Nkosi, Executive Chairperson, Kalagadi Manganese, South Africa received the prestigious award for Most Outstanding Woman in Business. The judges gave special recognition for Daphne’s remarkable achievements, in an industry which has often been one of dominated by men. Daphne is committed to the people of South Africa and uses every available resource to enrich the lives of the average South African. She is responsible for the creation of over 30 000 jobs in the Northern Cape, and will go down in history as the mother of the largest mining venture of its kind in the last 30 years. Since taking over

2015 African Business Awards winners. (L-R) Katerina Kyrili (BIMA), Oyinade Ogunade (GT Bank), Oscar Onyema (Nigerian Stock Exchange), Helen Hai, (Made in Africa Initiative) Mohammed Dewji (MeTL), Daphne Mashile Nkosi (Kalagadi Manganese), Arun Menon, Abellon.

his father’s trading business in Tanzania, Business Leader of the Year Award winner, Mohammed Dewji has confidently blazed his own trail. As CEO of Tanzanian-based Mohammed Enterprise, this young businessman, still in his early forties, has acquired and turned around failing state companies in sectors as diverse as manufacturing, agriculture, and real estate. Dewji’s stewardship of MeTL has led to a place on Forbes’ Richest Africans list. The 2015 Judges paid tribute to his dynamism and his visionary leadership in growing a $30m business into a $1.3bn conglomerate. Zimbabwean businessman, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, Strive Masiyiwa was honoured with the 2015 Lifetime Achievement Award. Strive is the founder and executive chairman of diversified international telecommunications group Econet Wireless. Strive was rewarded with the Lifetime Achievement Award not only for his commercial success but also his human qualities. Masiyiwa is considered one of Africa’s most generous humanitarians and has used his wealth to provide scholarships to over 100,000 young Africans over the past 20 years through his family foundation. The 2015 African Business Icon Award goes to Helen Hai, the Chief Executive Officer of Made in Africa

Initiative. This category recognises a person who has made a significant contribution to improving in the business landscape in Africa and or in the way business is done, helping in the transformation that is much talked about. Following a meeting with the late President Meles Zenawi in 2011, Helen, who is of Chinese origin, set up the Huajian Shoe Factory in Ethiopia in October 2011. The designer shoe factory has managed to double the export revenue in Ethiopia within 6 months, and in under two years, has recruited 4000 local workers. She has since expanded her activities and set up a garment factory in Rwanda. Guaranty Trust Bank, beat four nominees in their category to win the Award for Good Corporate Governance while Abellon Clean Energy outdid four contenders to claim the Award for Innovation. The award for Best Corporate Social Responsibility was won by the Nigerian Stock Exchange, while the award for Insurance Company & Initiative of the Year went to BIMA. Commenting on the Awards, Omar Ben Yedder said: “This is the seventh year that we have organised the African Business Awards. We are grateful to Zenith Bank, GTBank, Agility and Cofina for supporting African Business magazine and IC Events in bringing about this year›s awards.

How to grow your farm business NC) While the general population may view farmers as hard-working, frugal people, to remain competitive in today’s agriculture industry, farmers also need to be enterprising entrepreneurs and business people. “Growing a farm business requires innovation and creativity,” says Gwen Paddock, national director of agriculture at RBC. “For your business to progress, you may need to incur debt to invest in cutting-edge technologies or adopt more modern business practices that will attract younger farm talent.” Paddock offers this advice for growing your farm business.

• DO YOUR RESEARCH: Check the demand for a specific product to be sure there is a solid market for it, and if there are any distribution issues, such as a high rate of spoilage. • EMBRACE TECHNOLOGY: Modernizing operations with new technology can increase efficiency and productivity for greater yields with less waste. • DEVELOP YOUR HUMAN RESOURCES: When expanding, you can’t do it alone. Hiring employees requires training and guidance, but having staff can free up your time to work on the activities

you do best. Also, working together with other farmers through business partnerships and collectives can help everyone succeed. • ACCEPT GOOD DEBT: Review your business to understand how much debt you can manage and explore the different financial options such as term loans, leasing or farm mortgages to finance expansion. In some cases, farmers who want to expand are renting land, instead of purchasing, to keep debt at a minimum. More information is available at www.rbcroyalbank.com/commercial/agriculture.

Top tips for financing a small business (NC) The old adage, Do what you love and you’ll never work a day in your life is the mantra many entrepreneurs use to justify the endless time and energy needed to successfully start a small business. And while their passion and energy may be limitless, most of the time their resources are not. “Many people looking to start their own business find that they need start-up capital, whether it’s for purchasing space, equipment or just to establish a healthy cash flow,” says Geordan Robertson, Meridian’s director of small business. “Securing sufficient credit is crucial for operation and many people find this process to be an uphill battle.” Robertson outlines the following tips when securing the financing for your small business: Create a business plan – A well-crafted business plan is vital for lenders and it should outline the follow-

ing: your business idea; how it fits in the current market landscape; how you plan to make profit; and what your start up budget will be. It’s essential that your business plan outlines how much financing you require, what the funds would be used for and when you plan to repay the loan. Look for a variety of financing sources – Funding is not just limited to financial institutions. There are a variety of government grants and programs that can help a small business get off the ground. A listing of government grants and loans can be found via the federal government’s Canada Business Network at www.canadabusiness.ca. Get organized - When meeting with a financial institution to discuss potential lending options be prepared to bring a lot of financial paperwork with you. In addition to your business plan, you should also bring copies of your personal bank-

ing records and statements in order for the financial institution to determine your ability to pay back the loan. Determine your borrowing needs – There is a wide range of lending products available to small businesses from operating lines of credits and credit cards to commercial mortgages. Skilled advisors in this field can help you navigate the options to ensure you pick products that are suited to your needs. Don’t lose hope if declined – Work with your small business advisor to fully understand why your proposal was declined so it can be strengthened. In some cases, the financial institution may require you to request a smaller loan amount or invest more of your own capital into the business.

We have worthy winners and the work of both our winners and nominees shows what can be done on the continent with hard work and single minded determination. We would have liked to have seen more entries from the francophone world, but this may reflect the fact that English speaking countries in general have a more developed and thriving private sector.”

NESS OF THE YEAR * Dangote, Nigeria BUSINESS LEAD ER OF THE YEAR * Mohammed Dewji, CEO, Mohammed Enterprise, Tanzania MOST OUTSTAND ING WOMAN IN BUSINESS * Daphne Mashile Nkosi, Ex ecutive Chairperson, Kaagai Manganese, South Africa AWARD FOR GOOD CORPORATE GOVERNANCE * Guaranty Trust Bank, Nigeria AWARD FOR BEST

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he old wise saying “a journey of a thousand miles begins with a step” has overtimes been enacted and re-enacted. Yet many do not make this simple but crucial quote part of their everyday lifestyle. Life itself is a journey, with everyone living each second of their lives as if in a race, the trend of survival of the fittest abounds everywhere. However, several people have failed to take that step in pursuing their goals. Although Lao Tzu reported that the journey of a thousand miles begins with one step but a journey of a thousand mile begins with a bold step, because it takes boldness and courage to take that step to achieve the desired goals. According to Joseph Campbell, if you can see your path laid out in front of you step by step, you know it is not your path. Your own path you make with every step you take, that is why it is your path. This therefore depicts the importance of taking that bold step in reaching your dreams in life. Every point in life you find yourself is a journey, and that bold step you take determines the result achieved. The reparative imprimatur and the bright sunshine of generic development and economic bliss illuminate the lives of the vast majority of people in any nation with sound economic policies devoid of bad leadership and corruption. Economic prosperity, peace and progress are the quid pro quo which the people get in return for their commitment to the tenets of ‘Social Contract’. Hence, the economist Dr. E. Schumacher (19111977) posited in his book “Small is Beautiful” that, “call a thing immoral or ugly, soul-destroying or a degradation of man, peril to the world or to the wellbeing of future generations as long as you have not shown it to be “Uneconomic” you have not really questioned its right to exist, grow and prosper.” We need no econometric synopsis and catechism to know that the egregiously cataleptic and corrupt disposition of the Nigerian Leadership at all levels right from 1960 till date has left the Nigerian masses anaesthetized, indurated, castrated and asphyxiated by the scorching pangs of poverty. This is against the backdrop that Nigeria is the 6th biggest producer of oil in the world. It has earned trillions of petrol-dollars from 1956 when oil was first discovered at Oloibiri,

Bayelsa State, till its commercialization in 1958. The economic strangulation of Nigerians has been pursued and still being pursued with robust gusto by the ruling class right from independence, so much so that, it is now the fundamental objective and directive principles of state policy. The quintessential entrenchment of poverty in Nigeria has become our National anthem. The Nigerian project and by extension the African agenda has been a still birth, a gridlock and a cliff hanger running in concentric circles because of the intravenous incapability of Nigeria to create a leadership focus. Existing figures shows that Nigeria is cascading down the horrendous economic quagmire of weird poverty. In 1970, then 10 years after independence, Nigeria was ranked 37th in the world with per capital income of US$1.00. But today, at more than 54 years after independence Nigeria is ranked the second poorest country in the world with a yearly percentage income of US$300. Poverty in Nigeria is catalytically fuelled by the bane of corruption, which has become our national ethos. The political leadership is unrelenting and religiously devoted to the god of corruption. The trial of corrupt government officials, right from independence till date is always manipulated and now still being manipulated by the Machiavellian antics of the government in power.The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) syndicate has rendered the Economic and Financial Crime Commission (EFCC) and other anti-corruption agencies impotent through the spider web of judicial intrigues. Nigerians are consigned to the ineluctable fate of dreadful poverty, economic subjugation and arrested development. The exigently execrable hand of corruption will definitely accentuate the penumbra of darkness over shadowing our nation. The case of the recidivist and irredeemably criminal politicians are so unthinkably bad that we hope that their inability to learn from the lessons of history will not take the hands of our political clock backwards like in Yugoslavia and the Hobbesian state of nature manifested in a revolution, youth restiveness, communal clashes, riots, political unrest, religious schism, secession and Rawlings-like killing of the past and present leaders. The failure of Nigeria’s People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to position the

country on the right track in its 16 years of leadership is certainly a reason for one to be disorientated of being a Nigerian. Despite spending billions of dollars, there is a little or no visible achievement to justify how PDP led-government spent at least 1520% of the total budgetary allocation since the return of democracy in 1999. Nigeria with all its goodwills and fortunes kept sliding back in all areas of developmental indexes, thus forcing the electorate to elect a different leadership which perhaps impelled the election of President Muhammadu Buhari from the opposition All Progressive Congress (APC). President Muhammadu Buhari, unquestionably breeds sanguinity and hopes of a more improve nation but unfortunately, there remain several number of exasperating areas where Nigerians expect positive changes. These critical areas affecting the life of the common man including; unemployment, a demoralized health sector, absence of standard educational system, insecurity, as well as an undesirable rate of corruption and impunity which has almost wrecked the whole country apart. Apart from superfluous and debilitated leadership, Nigeria is pitifully blessed with the most loyal followers on earth. An extremely rich nation that has all it takes to be the envy of the world is deficient in all aspects of human and social accomplishments, as a result of an unchecked corruption that has virtually taken over the affairs of the entire country. The plethora of attacks by supporters of the ruling All Progressive Congress (APC) against anyone who dare talk about any corrupt APC leader is simply repulsive, hypocritical and vexatious. Much of the stories making National headlines lately include exposing fraudulent activities of APC leaders, just as it was the case with the new opposition party since President Muhammadu Buhari came on board on May 29th 2015. However when the PDP led government was accused of corruption, fellow APC faithfuls celebrated on the streets but since the clock has turned around, they have resulted to insulting and calling people all sorts of names. I find it incomprehensible when people go all out to defend a politician, even hurriedly trying to stop others from asking questions or voicing their own opinions, similar to what played out few weeks ago when

Hon. Rotimi Ameachi was accused of diverting about N70bn of Rivers state fund. The same scenario played out when ex Lagos state governor Barrister Babatunde Fashola was accused of constructing two bore-holes and a car park at a whopping sum of over N736m. Instead of my APC friends to support President Buhari’s anti-corruption crusade by calling on Fashola and Ameachi to publicly clear their names, we are now ignorantly castigating those demanding for accountability. The motives that might have prompted these allegations against Ameachi and Fashola should not be given much emphasis, the need for both men to prove their innocence should be our top priority as Nigerians should not be selective in our crusade against corruption. Defending any past or present APC political office holder in Nigeria of corruption charges will not do us any good as individuals or as a nation but rather, it will only depict our monumental hypocrisy, when we already associated former President Jonathan government with corruption and even went on to demand for their prosecution but failed to accept the fact that several APC leaders that equally embezzled public funds also deserved to be brought to justice. We should come to terms with the reality that electioneering periods are over, it is now time to focus on the progress of Nigeria and the transformation of lives of ordinary Nigerians. Moreover, almost all those in APC today are former PDP members and were involved in siphoning the nation’s wealth before cross-carpeting to APC after nursing grudges against former President Jonathan, therefore, an unbiased analyst will place most APC leaders on the same scale with their PDP counterparts when it comes to corruption barometric evaluation. Most of my fellow progressives are sympa-

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thetic to one APC leader or the other, insisting that some of them should be spared of corruption probe being that they were part of the instruments that brought President Buhari change to reality via the election. Though it may be true to some extent but this market women theory is completely laughable and out of point. It is undeniable that the unprecedented goodwill on which APC rode to victory was not for APC as party but for President Buhari as a person, coupled with the conscience and conviction of Nigerians to throw Jonathan’s government out of power to deter him from taking the nation to catastrophic financial grave. If truly we are the change agents we mockingly called ourselves, then I see no reason why we should be perturbed if any of ours is being called to give account of his or her stewardship but jubilate when others were being sent to jail. Therefore, whatever Diazeni Madueke is docked for, Aliyu Wamakko must not be applauded for it. Whatever Stella Odua is investigated for, Ameachi should not be exempted unless proven otherwise by the court. Whatever Sule Lamido was being castigated for, Murtala Nyako should not become a saint. Is time we move on from this sentimental politics associated with our old political style to the reality that true change has taken over the political landscape of Nigeria. President Buhari’s current fight against corruption knows no boundary, it cuts across all sections of the country irrespective of tribe, gender, age, religion or political affiliations. It is a fight not between Buhari and Jonathan or PDP but rather, a fight between Nigeria and the ruling elites whom have nearly took the nation to total economic doom. It is simply a ‘masses’ versus ‘elites’ war and definitely, the latter

will always want to have their way through media propagada. Therefore, in order to compliment and support President Buhari’s war against corruption, we must learn to ask questions and demand accountability from those we elected to serve us and whomever fails to account for his actions, the full wrath of the law should take it course. Only then would the thieving elites wake up from their power intoxicating euphoria and realize the masses would never be taken for a ride again. Proudly, Nigeria now have a responsible and well disciplined government, a promising and coordinated leadership, under the governance of an incorruptible, active, honest and a non-nonsense gentleman but alas, the same cursed followers are still doing what they knows best, our stupidity and foolishness is rampantly on the rise. Conclusively, in a bid to curtail corruption in Nigeria especially among the elite political class, an effective anti-corruption agency should be fully empowered by the necessary legislations and must command public respect. She must also be credible, transparent accountable, and fearless. Such courageous agency must mobilize the necessary political will as well as enjoy considerable operational independence. Since the war against corruption formally resumed in Nigeria for years, the verdict is that it has been less than effective. Our Political elites irrespective of party affiliations should restore purity and sanity into the system and reduce the rate at which they perpetrate evil in the country and other sector officials should as well refine and redefine their minds of corruption and bribery. Dr. Ignatius Okosun is a researcher, prolific writer on various national/global issues and social commentator. ). Email: odyseries@gmail.com. ). From Toronto-Canada.

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SARAH KARIUKI ORGANIZES AN EVENING OF WORSHIP During the event, attendees were inspired of praising God and entertained through the joyous songs played and crooned by awesome music artists. People

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It was indeed a fantastic event and attendees felt honoured to become part of the worship concert. Many felt high in the spirit of holiness and glory that they didn’t want the show to end.

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wrapped until it was ratified which is set to happen by mid October. “The deal is consistent with the government’s net-zero bargaining framework, meaning any salary increases are offset through the collective agreement,” said the Ontario’s Education Minister. The union had stopped the negotiation by stepping away from the bargaining table after they received an “Unacceptable” offer from the employers. During that time, Jolin claimed that the offer was not just and fair

compared to offers made to two English-language unions. “Meanwhile, it is unclear when the contract talks will resume between the Ontario government, public school boards and the union representing elementary teachers,” added Jolin. A raise of 1.5 per cent plus another 1 per cent bonus, is in the agreement reached in August with the Ontario Secondary School Teachers’ Federation and the Ontario English Catholic Teachers Association though the ratification is still pending.

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cates. Up until now, people who went through sex changes were unable to change their gender on their birth certificates un-

Canada’s controversial temporary foreign workers program was conducted earlier this year, mandating labour market assessments that clearly demonstrated unavailability of Canadians to take the jobs. The government supported their claim purporting the significant economic benefit to Canada by the program. The first round of court challenges involved the Cypriot-flagged tanker Sparto, which operated between Canadian ports on the East Coast in August. The latest filings are journeys taken by Greek tanker Amalthea, which transported oil on the St. Lawrence River between Montreal and Atlantic Canada in August, and the New England, a chemical tanker that sailed in the Maritimes is the latest. An estimation by the union is that about 4,000 temporary foreign work permits have been issued by the federal government for domestic shipping despite an unemployment rate of 25 per cent among the Canadian maritime workers.

That means transgender people can now decide which sex they want displayed on their birth certificates and that could lead to a law change in the rest of the country. One of the campaigners for the change was Jessica Durling who said she could not understand why there was such a problem attached to changing sex

status on a birth certificate when transgenders had already made big lifestyle changes. She said when she handed in the petition she would change her M to an F on her birth certificate, insisting: “I can buy alcohol without fear of them questioning my ID.” Applicants who want to change their birth cer-

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wo federal cabinet ministers have been named by the union representing civilian sailors in its expansion of its legal fight against temporary foreign workers program, in two additional lawsuits filed in the Federal Court. The Seafarers International Union of Canada asked a judge in Vancouver to review the temporary worker permits granted to foreign sailors on international ships that operated in Canadian waters this summer. The initial legal salvo filed by the union was for 16 applications for judicial reviews of the cases of individual sailors. They later filed new charges singling out Immigration Minister Chris Alexander and Public Safety Minister Steven Blaney. The union claimed to have written to both ministers but received no response. The target being the Immigration Canada mainly because the policy on temporary foreign workers is in the confinement of that department.

The head of union made allegation against the Harper government on continued misuse of its authority in granting short time foreign work permits to crew members from other countries. In a statement by the Seafarers union president, Jim Given, points out, “Qualified Canadian maritime workers have lost more than two thousand jobs, and they have been replaced by temporary workers earning as little as $2 an hour.” The Canadian press obtained employment contracts for crew members on foreign tankers and found out that the workers were required to work a minimum of 48 hours a week before overtime compensation and the rate varied between $2 and $8 hourly rate. The law permits foreign flagged ships to operate between ports in Canadian coastal waters as long as they use domestic crews, however the union says that the federal government has continued to give shipping companies a free pass. An update of the

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WHAT IT TAKES TO BE A CHAMPION By Tunji Oduduwa It was a day for the second leg of the UEFA Champion League semi-final match (13th May 2015 precisely) between an Italian club that is packed with more of old experienced players and a star-studded Spanish club (The Galactico as they are called). Majority of the football pundits were of the opinion that the Spanish club by the name ‘Real Madrid’ will triumph over their counterpart Juventus from Italy. Many seemed to agree with what could easily be seen as a prediction towards Madrid carrying the day. I rather not blame them because analytically on one-on-one basis, Madrid is far better in terms of the probability of winning this epic second leg in Bernabéu, Madrid. The Spanish team had initially played away in Italy with Jueventus in a match that ended 2-1 in favour of the home team. However,

with the level of strength, goal-scoring rate and team work of Real Madrid over the series of matches before the semi-final, majority believed that Madrid will beat Juventus black and blue without doubt in the second round. Juventus, on the other side, put a fighting spirit that is beyond expectation of their opponent. A spirit filled with a winning attitude. Juve considered that they were playing against the most valued club in the world, which has the world’s best player and the world’s most expensive player all together. But the team went out with the same winning spirit that made them Champion of Italy a week before this particular match. Real Madrid through its superstar and goal-scoring-inclined world’s footballer, Ronaldo, scored the opening goal which put Madrid at advantage more than Juventus. Juventus fought back, fought harder and put into the match all they have inside

'STRENGTH DOES NOT COME FROM WINNING. YOUR STRUGGLES DEVELOP YOUR STRENGTHS."

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- Coach Vincent T. Lombardi

them knowing well that the only way to get the opponent out of the competition is just to score a goal as there is no room for third place but the final match for the sole champion. The team as a whole from the Head Coach to the Keeper were filled with the spirit, they are all willing to win and excel on this momentous day. These qualities are much more important in this particular game and made individual members of the team endure till they grab the most desired victory with a goal (from who was once a rejected stone from Real Madrid). The team knew that the only obstacle in their way toward reaching their first Champions League Final since 2003 is the mighty Galactico which to them are beatable. Is not what the people, pundit, analyst or specialist says that matters, it is what you make out of the situation. It is basically what you want to have as the end product of the situation. If your spirit is low and your faith

is thin then you will not be able to act like David against the Goliath in front of you. Wear the spirit of David; throw the weapon you have within and outside of you (resources) to accomplish the Kilimanjaro task/challenge ahead of you. You will need to wear the suit of a champion before the suit is given to you. Tiger Woods, before winning the very first Masters in his golfing history, saw himself wearing that green jacket of the Master right there at Golf club before he even hit the ball from hole 1. According to Vincent T. Lombardi: Every time a football player goes to play his trade he's got to play from the ground up - from the soles of his feet right up to his head. Every inch of him has to play. Some guys play with their heads. That's O.K. You've got to be smart to be number one in any business. But more importantly, you've got to play with your heart, with every fiber of your body. If you're lucky enough to find a guy with a lot of head and a lot of heart, he's never going to come off the field second. "Winning is not a sometime thing; it's an all the time thing. You don't win once in a while; you don't do things right once in a while; you do them right all of the time. Winning is a habit. Unfortunately, so is losing. There is no room for second place. There is only one place in my game, and that's first place. I have finished second twice in my time at Green Bay, and I don't ever want to

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finish second again. There is a second place bowl game, but it is a game for losers played by losers. It is and always has been an American zeal to be first in anything we do, and to win, and to win, and to win. Running a football team is no different than running any other kind of organization - an army, a political party or a business. The principles are the same. The object is to win - to beat the other guy. Maybe that sounds hard or cruel. I don't think it is. It is a reality of life that men are competitive and the most competitive games draw the most competitive men. That's why they are there - to compete. The object is to win fairly, squarely, by the rules - but to win. And in truth, I've never known a man worth his salt who in the long run, deep down in his heart, didn't appreciate the grind, the discipline. There is something in good men that really yearns for discipline and the harsh reality of head to head combat. I don't say these things because I believe in the ‘brute' nature of men or that men must be brutalized to be combative. I believe in God, and I believe in human decency. But I firmly believe that any man's finest hour -his greatest fulfilment to all he holds dear -- is that moment when he has worked his heart out in a good cause and lies exhausted on the field of battle - victorious." - Coach Vincent T. Lombardi

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host many events around the school showcasing African and Caribbean culture through events, social gatherings, performances etc. It is also important to attend events outside of school as well. I had the opportunity to attend a Powwow on September 19th at Curve Lake. A Powwow is a social gathering held by many different Native American communities. It was a

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Paola you are a great cook,” repeated Kenny. “I don’t know how I would have survived in this land without you. One thing I am praying about is to know how to cook. I don’t know how to cook. I remember one of those days when I was having my Industrial attachment at People’s Cement Company I was forced to cook and one of our friends remarked, ‘If they allow Kenny to boil water it will be burnt!’ That is how bad I am when the issue of cooking arises. That is why I appreciate your company. My wife is a great cook also. I very much appreciate her and we can never quarrel over food. She knows that I will always eat whatever

she sets before me, but she doesn’t take advantage of me and always cooks delicious meals.”

“You have finished the sermon on sugar the next sermon is on food. Kenny finish your din-

ner, enter your room and go and sleep. I have had enough of you for one day. If you are missing your wife, go to California and if that is too far go to London and meet Funso your mistress and if that is too much go to any street here in Johannesburg, it is the largest city in South Africa, you should be able to find a woman of easy virtue at a cheap rate,” Paola remarked sarcastically, with the hope of irritating Kenny so that he will leave him alone and he could have rest and enjoy his meal. Kenny hardly allowed him to finish when he replied, “You know that I cannot do such things, they do not glorify God. My body is the temple of the most High God,” trying to suck the marrow in the goat-meat bone leg he was eating.

How do you divide the marbles up so that you have the greatest probability of choosing a WHITE marble? THE FOX, CHICKEN & CORN 2. A man has to get a fox, a chicken, and a sack of corn across a river. He has a row boat, and it can only carry him and one other thing. If the fox and the chicken are left together, the fox will eat the chicken. If the chicken and the corn are left together, the chicken will eat the corn. How does the man do it? CARS, KNIVES & WIVES 3. A man murders his wife with a knife in their car. Nobody is around to see this. He throws her out of the car being careful not to leave any fingerprints on her body. Next he throws the knife off of a cliff into a gorge where it will never be found and he goes home. An hour later the police call him and tell him that his wife has been murdered and he needs to come to the scene of the crime immediately. As soon as he arrives, he is arrested. How did they know he did it? answers on p(45) tem. Celebrities and benefactors have embraced the vision because they have never seen anything like The Stop. Best of all, fourteen years after his journey started, Nick Saul is introducing this neighbourhood success story to the world. In telling the remarkable story of The Stop’s

transformation, Saul and Curtis argue that we need a new politics of food, one in which everyone has a dignified, healthy place at the table. By turns funny, sad and raw, The Stop is a timely story about overcoming obstacles, challenging sacred cows and creating lasting change.

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It began as a food bank. It turned into a movement. In 1998, when Nick Saul became executive director of The Stop, the little urban food bank was like thousands of other cramped, dreary, makeshift spaces, a last-hope refuge where desperate people could stave off hunger for one more day with a hamper full of canned salt, sugar and fat. The produce was wilted and the packaged foods were food-industry castoffs—mislabelled products and misguided experiments that no one wanted to buy. For users of the food bank, knowing that this was their best bet for a meal was a humiliating experience. Since that time, The Stop has undergone a radical reinvention. Participation has overcome embarrassment, and the isolation of poverty has been replaced with a vibrant community that uses food to build hope and skills, and to reach out to those who need a meal, a hand and a voice. It is now a thriving, internationally respected Community Food Centre with gardens, kitchens, a greenhouse, farmers’ markets and a mission to revolutionize our food sys-

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American companies now doing business in Cuba By G.G. Bastalino American companies can now start doing business in Cuba as the US Treasury Department eased travel and trade restrictions earlier this month. The Obama administration is currently easing travel to and from the island to finally relieve itself from the effects of the US trade embargo which hampered Cuba’s economic condition for 53 years. As the new rules start to take effect this September, banking, business operation, internet-based services, telecommunications, target travel and most US companies were able to commence their operation in the island. Limitations on remittances that people can dispatch back to the Caribbean nation are eliminated said Reuters. “A stronger, more open US-Cuba relationship has the potential to create economic opportunities for both Americans and Cubans alike,” said US Treasury Secretary Jacob Lew in a statement.

“By further easing these sanctions, the United States is helping to support the Cuban people in their effort to achieve the political and economic freedom necessary to build a democratic, prosperous, and stable Cuba,” Lew further stated. While a lot of developments have been geared towards the expansion of trade and commerce, officials are also seeking to uplift the relationship of American and Cuban citizens. US Treasury and Commerce Departments disclosed that under the rules, business companies are allowed to set up joint ventures, subsidiaries, warehouses, stores and open offices in Cuba. Internet services and telecommunications are also permitted within the Caribbean nation. While there are no changes on the lists of persons who are allowed to enter the island, the rules ease up a bit on the movements of those who are allowed to travel by requiring transportation providers to

get licenses. The administration also abolished cap limits on remittances and gave travellers freedom to open and maintain bank accounts in the island. Before the restrictions were lifted, people are only allowed to send back $2,000 every quarter to Cubans or carry $10,000 within the island said the Treasury Department. Cuban nationals, on the other hand, are allowed to carry cash not more than $3,000. According to Secretary Penny Pritzker, the changes does not only stimulate the establishment of commercial enterprises, it will also intensify Cuba’s long-overdue economic reformations. The rules ensured traveller and aircraft safety by giving permission to the export of civil aviation equipment to the island according to officials. Educational opportunities are being developed as regulations allow internet-based courses while humanitarian efforts are expanded through disaster relief projects.

Production of the new Hepatitis C vaccine in Cuba sets off By G.G. Bastalino The National Centre for Bio-formulas (BIOCEN) started the new production of the Heber-NASVAC vaccine intended to treat patients with Hepatitis C. The centre, which is located in Bejucal, Mayabeque Province, Cuba, will soon pack the first batches of the drug for trial purposes.

According to the centre’s Director Julio Cesar Portuondo, the first batch of drugs will be submitted for licensing and certification of good practice because the drugs will be administered to patients in liquid form through the nasal cavity, said the Cubasi website last August. Director Portuondo pointed out that the drug is

produced industrially though the centre’s facilities, however, it is the Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology which initially discovered the product in a research work. Workers at BIOCEN in Cuba manufacture the drug by formulating and filling the vaccine. These industrial processes are carried out for the first time in the country, said the centre’s executive.

Court rules man was worked to death By Ray Ryan A widow has won a historic court case which found her husband was worked to death. Judith Dietz had fought a long campaign to be awarded death benefits after her husband Robert died of a heart attack during a 14 hour shift for a water municipal company. Dietz had lost a previous Workers’ Compensation Appeal Board ruling which denied her the benefits she demanded after her 48-yearold husband died while at

work. But after a lengthy battle, Dietz has now been awarded the 60 per cent of her husband’s salary after a three-judge panel in Pennsylvania ruled against the Lower Bucks County Joint Municipal Authority. The ruling is said to have set a precedent and could now have dramatic affects on employment rulings in the future. The company’s legal team had argued Dietz’s heavy smoking habits were largely to blame for his death.

Yet Judge Mary Hannah Leavitt ruled: “The overwhelming circumstantial evidence in this case shows that exertion from Decedent’s regular work activities over the course of a 14-hour workday caused his heart attack.” The legal battle went back to Dietz’s death in 2007 while working for the water department in the Philadelphia suburb of Levittown. The court heard how it was not known what Dietz had been doing in the final hours of his 14 hour shift before his fatal heart attack. Yet

Al Jazeera journalists released

1.2 Million Euro fine hits HUGO BOSS over Bicester Village Mirror Death By F. Kimani

By Valentine Namukali Egypt released two journalists who had been jailed for broadcasting false news after they were pardoned by President Abdul Fattah al-Sisi. Baher Mohamed, an Egyptian and Mohammed Fahmy, a Canadian national, were among 100 inmates who were released following the presidential pardon. The two journalists had been each sentenced to three years in prison after a retrial last month after they were accused by state prosecutors of collaborating with outlawed Muslim Brotherhood after the military overthrew President Mohammed Morsi in 2013. The third person pardoned from the case is believed to be Peter Greste, an Australian deported in February. In defense, the journalists had denied the allegation leveled against them maintaining that they were just reporting news. The charges against the two journalists were described as politically motivated with no legal basis by legal experts who followed the case keenly. A statement issued from President Sisi’s office said Mohamed and Fahmy were among a presidential decree that pardoned 100

people “who had received final court sentences, having been convicted on the grounds of violating the anti-protest law and assaulting police forces”. The statement added that several other inmates were pardoned on humanitarian grounds and because of the conditions of their health. Prominent activists also pardoned in the decree included Sanaa Seif and Yara Sallam, activists jailed in 2014 after found guilty of taking part in a protest deemed illegal. In a statement on its website, Al Jazeera said that it “continues to demand all charges and sentences against its journalists are dropped”. It noted that its six employees including Greste had been sentenced in absentia. The timing of the pardons was ahead of Eid alAdha, an Islamic festival and a day before President Sisi traveled to New York

where he was expected to address the UN General Assembly. The president had earlier indicated his willingness to pardon the Al Jazeera journalists immediately the judicial processes had taken its course. The trial against the journalists commenced in December 2013, after they were arrested after Al Jazeera’s Cairo bureau was raided by security officers. At first, they were convicted in June 2014 following a trial that was condemned as outrageous. Mohamed was sentenced for 10 years in prison after also found guilty of charges of possession of a spent bullet casing, while Fahmy and Greste were given a seven year sentence. Their retrial was ordered in January after the Court of Cassation of Egypt ruled that the previous court was in a hurry in its conviction.

3 Indonesian Women Flogged In Public For Committing Adultery Three Indonesian women were flogged for committing adultery. The flogging took place in Banda Aceh, Indonesia in front of a mosque following the Friday prayer. They’re arrested for having unmarried sex. Aceh is the only province in the world’s most populous Muslimmajority country that is allowed to implement Sharia law. Although public whipping is a common punishment there, it is rare for women to be caned.

papers showed how he regularly operated a jackhammer, repaired water main breaks and dug up tree roots during his 20 years in the job. In an earlier sworn statement reviewed by the board, a medical witness for

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Dietz’ employer claimed he could have died at any time so the company were not to blame. Dr Walter Schwartz wrote in papers: “It was just serendipitous that it happened while he was work-

ing.”

The court heard how Dietz smoked a pack of cigarettes per day but Dr. Larry Wolk, a cardiac specialist, insisted his long work day performing strenuous physical labor had killed him.

Designer brand Hugo Boss has been hit with a 1.2 million fine in connection with a demise of a four-year-old boy who was injured and later died after an 18-stone mirror crushed him in a shop changing room. Austen Harrison, suffered fatal head injuries at the Oxfordshire store in June 2013. The 7ft mirror was standing freely without being fixed to a wall toppled on the boy leaving him with a permanent brain damage on that fateful day, the boy was accompanied by his parents Simon and Irina Harrison, as his father tried on a suit, the boy had been playing with the ill-fated mirror, given the description as being balanced upright like a “domino piece”. Four days later after the accident, Austen, from Crawley, West Sussex, died at Oxford’s John Radcliffe Hospital after doctors had conducted an emergency surgery to relieve pressure on his brain. “The accident has shocked and saddened the entire company and acknowledged that Austen’s demise could have been avoided”, The Hugo Boss

UK said in a statement. “There are no words the company can use to alleviate in any way the enormous suffering caused to Austen’s parents in particular,” the statement added. The judge ruled it obvious to the untrained eye of risk that had been posed by the mirror adding that it was “nothing short of a miracle” that the mirror had not fallen before. “I am sure that the health and safety breach went to the very top of the company”, he added. Lack of planning and a lack of proper specification had been caused by the hurry in which the revamping of the Bicester village pop-up store to replace a Burberry shop had been conducted. He furthered his claim with the fact that the mirror fixation instructions were ill defined and were not followed through. Hugo Boss admitted the offences under the Health and Safety at work Act 1974 and management of Health and Safety at work Regulations 1999. On behalf of the boy’s mother, now Irina Glaser after she divorced with Mr Harrison-Her representative read a statement following the ruling, thank-

ing the judge and those involved in the matter and pointed out their sensitivity and genuine care. “Austen’s greatest pleasure in life was to help others. “In his memory I invite you to help someone, no matter how small or large the deed, to assist Austen in creating a friendlier world. “My love extends to each one of you for doing this.” Hugo Boss is one of more than 130 stores at Bicester Village designer shopping outlet. Councillor Tony Ilott of Cherwell District Council, which finalized the prosecution, shed light on the tragic incident. “All companies have a legal responsibility to staff and customers to ensure every relevant health and safety requirement is met to the necessary standards. It is not optional, nor is it negotiable,” He said. And added that Hugo Boss UK Limited had failed in that responsibility and the ruling had brought that to recognition. “However, no price can be put on a life and our thoughts remain wholly with Austen’s family,” concluded the councillor.

French rail SNCF to pay Moroccans C$222.5 million By Ariel Concepcion Paris- Moroccan railway workers in France were ordered paid a total of 150 million euros (C$222.5 million) as compensation, back wages, and benefits among others, a lawyer of the Moroccans has announced last Sept. 21, amidst a France labor court ruling. The French industrial court had ruled out that the Moroccans have not enjoyed the same benefits given and accredited to their French counterparts. The Moroccans were hired by the local national railway company SCNF during the 1970s as contractual employees receiving salaries and benefits far below the French native workers and later, European employees. The majority of the more than 800 Moroccans were since been retired with only minimal health benefits and pension compared to French workers. The ruling was highly regarded as

a tribute for those Moroccans who served with the railway company during the last decades of the 20th century. According to its website, the SNCF (Société nationale des chemins de fer français; “National Society of French Railways”) is a state-owned railway company which operates and manages the majority of the rail system in France and the Principality of Monaco. The Wikipedia described Monaco as being located on the French Riviera in Western Europe and is a sovereign city and micro-states geographically bordered by France on three sides while on the other side is the Mediterranean Sea. It was believed that the Moroccan workers were mostly migrants which were hired by the company in early 1970s because they accept lower wages compared to native French workers. Additionally, the

SCNF is also the operator of the famous TGV, the high-speed rail network of France and listed as the 214th global company among Fortune’s Global 500 list in 2010. The company employs more than 245, 000 people in 120 countries which are mostly offering railways training, system design, maintenance and management services for the host countries. Such countries include Taiwan, United Kingdom, Israel, South Korea and Spain among others. In 2011, the company earned a whooping €32.60 billion in sales including those from the 120 countries it operates. Majority of the income was the result of extensive participation of the company in various technical and engineering developments in cross border tunneling to give way for high-tech rail designs. In France, the SCNF operates a network of more than 32,000 km. (20,000

Israel to introduce tough new measures on protestors By Ray Ryan Israeli leaders have introduced tough new measures to prevent protestors throwing dangerous objects at police and civilians. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced a new law that anyone convicted of throwing stones, flares and petrol bombs will face a minimum of four years in jail. And, in a move which has shocked the Middle East, Prime Minister Netanyahu has given security forces permission to use live ammunition on stonethrowing gangs if there is an immediate threat to life. Netanyahu announced the new plans after a 64-year-old Israeli Jew recently died in a car crash that was blamed on young Palestinians pelting the car with rocks. Netanyahu said: “Rocks and firebombs are lethal weapons. They kill and have killed. Those who try to harm us, we will harm them. “We intend to change the norm that has become established - that the state of Israel allows these deadly and murderous objects to be thrown without response and without combating them. “This will change.

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The Security Cabinet unanimously adopted a series of measures within the framework of our fight against stone throwers, petrol bombs, and flares.” The measure can be introduced without parliamentary approval because it is only a temporary measure which will stand for the next three years. Under the previous law, Israeli security forces were only allowed to open fire when they were in danger themselves. Now they can use lethal force if a third party is facing a life threatening

situation. In addition to the new sentences for adults found guilty, there could even be fines for parents for minors aged 14-18 who are arrested for hurling dangerous objects. The Israeli government have taken the measures after peace talks with Palestinian have stalled over the last year. While violence has not been as bad as it was in previous Palestinian uprisings, there has been a noted increase in stone throwing, hence the new measures.

Office Depot apologizes for refusing to print Christian flyers By Paul Njogu Office Depot CEO has apologized to a Christian woman, following one of their store’s refusal to print a religious flyers about a prayer meeting. The woman, Maria Goldstein, a Roman Catholic, wanted to print a flyer calling for prayer including details on abortion and Planned Parenthood’s role in helping majority of abortions in America. Her opinion on printing the flyer was to change people’s perception on abortion through weeklong prayer and fasting. However an Illinois Office Depot store staff told her they couldn’t print the flyer as it was a violation of an Office Depot policy. Additionally the staff offered her to use the store’s selfserve copy machines to

print her 500 copies of the flyer of which she refused. Goldstein later said she felt discriminated based on her religious beliefs and sought legal assistance from the Thomas More Society, a legal assistance society which sent a letter to the company on her behalf. Karen Denning, Office Depot spokeswoman said that the company policy didn’t allow copying of materials that discriminated or persecuted a certain group of people. She also added that the flyer contained materials that appeared to persecute supporters of abortion rights. However Goldstein maintained that her flyer didn’t persecute any group but called on changing of opinion on abortions. Thomas More Society had indicated that it

would pursue action with the Cook County Human Rights Commission and Illinois Department of Human Rights following the company’s insistence on refusing to print Goldstein’s flyers. The CEO of Office Depot later apologized to Goldstein for her experience and invited her back to print her flyers through a statement from the company. Tom Olp, the Society group’s attorney expressed Goldstein’s gratefulness for the apology and added that religious liberty is a fundamental American right that should be defended. Goldstein also thanked the Society group for protecting her rights She also hoped that other people will be empowered to stand for their religious freedom.

mi) of railways which include the services for passengers and freight, maintenance and operation and the signaling of rail infrastructure. Today, about 1850 km (1150 mi) of

tracks in France is dedicated to high-speed railways. The lawyer for the Moroccans, Clelie de Lesquen, said that the payment ordered by the court could reach €200,000

(C$300,000) on average for each Moroccan qualified to receive. However, the SCNF has said that it is still studying the ruling. The company is expected to appeal the verdict.

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By Joe Bogovski Apple’s iPhone 6 Plus has rampaged through the smart phone scene like a juggernaut, cutting down a significant part of the competition and even winning clients from the iPhone 6. Blogger Marco Arment changed from the iPhone 6 to the iPhone 6 Plus, and he found that the iPhone 6 Plus had some genuine advantages over its smaller sibling.

I at last tried the 6 Plus myself too, having recently taken two trips to the British Isles in the compass of a couple of weeks. I needed to get a local SIM, and my only unlocked iPhones were my old 5S and the 6 Plus I purchased for development and testing that has sat for the most part idle during a considerable length of time. I didn’t need the 5S’ worse camera and smaller battery so I picked the 6 Plus. The outcomes astonished me.

Camera: The 6 Plus’ picture stabilizer is a minor difference outside, yet a noticeable difference inside when it can choose a lower ISO, resulting in less noise. Typing: For reasons unknown, the console size on the 6 Plus (in representation introduction) fits me better to the 6, bringing about far less errors. I’m as of now writing more precisely on the 6 Plus than I ever could on the 6. Screen space: It’s decent when reading books, reading Web pages, and showing photographs. Be that as it may, the extra screen space is a moderately minor advantage to me by and large, as most iPhone software doesn’t make great utilization of it.

PROS OF THE 6 PLUS Battery life: In my utilization, I’d gauge that it kept going around 50–75% longer than the iPhone 6, which is generally the distinction between sometimes expecting to charge it early afternoon and dependably having the capacity to last throughout the day even in substantial use.

CONS OF THE 6 PLUS The main noteworthy drawback has been the 6 Plus’ physical dimensions. The most concerning issue I’ve hit is that it just feels uncomfortably gigantic and awkward in my pocket more frequently than the 6 (which did have this issue once in a while also, yet not as regularly), and it’s clumsier to insert

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and remove from pockets. At the beginning, I didn’t think its pocket size was an issue. But later, I’ve discovered myself frequently taking it out and putting it on the work area or table before me, which I’ve never consistently done. It additionally feels uncomfortable in my pocket in case I’m moving around a lot, and I discover myself continually attempting to slide it to the side of my leg rather than the front. Also, the initial couple of days with a 6 Plus are awkward, even when originating from the iPhone 6. I’ve dropped it a couple times, and have discovered that one-handed use while walking is a terrible idea for me. The Plus is such a different device than my mind and hands treat it differently. I utilize it with two hands, and even turn it to landscape, which is a first for me in the almost 8 years of owning an iPhone. Conclusion To put it plainly, the iPhone 6 Plus feels a great deal more like a pocket PC than a cell phone. Be that as it may, now that I’ve gotten accustomed to it, the situational weirdness that emerges conveying such a major telephone is welljustified, despite all the trouble to me. The screen is extraordinary, the camera is sweet and the battery life is a distinctive advantage.

Facebook’s new ad service to charge only after full-scroll By S. Ratko Facebook Inc said it would start a service that will let sponsors pay for promotions just when they are looked through start to finish on its news feed. The new service, called “100 percent inview impressions”, will incorporate text, photo, link and video advertisements, the company said in a recent blog post. Facebook additionally said it was joining forces with Moat, a commercial analytics company,

which would check video promotion measurements on Facebook.com to give advertisers details on the execution of their video campaigns. Facebook Inc. said Moat would later extend its services to all other ads on news feed, including the service mentioned above, and furthermore to promotions on Facebook’s photo sharing application, Instagram. A week ago, Instagram opened its platform to most advertisers across the globe to profit and compete with famous

opponents, for example, Snapchat. In July, Facebook reported that its income in second-quarter was better than expected, however profit fell 9 percent as the social networking company forcefully increased spending to support mobile income and future development. Facebook, which purchased Instagram in 2012 for $1 billion, rules mobile advertising, with more than 75 percent of its $3.8 billion ad income originating from smartphones.

By Caterino Grebatorre General Motors will pay a $900m fine to settle a criminal probe for hiding an ignition-switch imperfection connected to no less than 169 deaths, US government prosecutors have said. The US car titan will likewise have to pay another $575m to settle several common lawsuits filed against it over flawed small car ignition switches, including the greater part of pending wrongful deaths and damage cases, it declared recently. GENERAL MOTORS: GREATEST CORPORATE TURNAROUND OF THE DECADE In spite of proof that the carmaker’s lawful and designing staff hushed up the issue, no charges were brought against any workers, however US Attorney Preet Bharara did not rule out the likelihood and said the investigation would proceed as planned. Under the settlement, an autonomous screen will be delegated to supervise GM’s treatment of safety imperfections. Two criminal allegations drawn up against GM - wire fraud and conspiring to cover data from government controllers - will be dropped after three years if the organization cooperates completely. “They let the public down. It’s as simple as that,” Bharara said. “To sum it up, they didn’t tell the truth in the best way that they should have - to the regulators, to the public - about this serious safety issue that risked life and limb.” The twin agree-

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ments bring to more than $5.3bn the sum GM has spent on an problem prosecutors say could have been managed at an expense of not as much as a dollar for every car. Those costs incorporate government fines, compensation for victims and the recall and repair of a huge number of vehicles. The organization likewise declared recently, that it had come to an arrangement with Texas personal injury legal counselor Bob Hilliard to settle 1,385 death and injury cases that he filed over accidents created by the switches. The cash will likewise be utilized to settle a 2014 legal claim filed by shareholders guaranteeing that GM’s activities decreased the value of their stock. Neither GM nor Hilliard would say the amount of money was put aside for the death and injury claims; however Hilliard said the number was generous and he was sure it is sufficient to settle every one of the claims. KNOWLEDGE OF FAULT GM employees knew by 2005 that the ignition switch was inclined to shutting unintentionally, even when a car hit a couple of small bumps, and by 2012 realized that the defect not just hindered the auto’s power steering and brakes, but also the air sack, the administration said. Be that as it may, GM kept on offering the cars and offered guarantees on security. At the point when GM comprehended that the defect was “unquestionably” a security issue around the

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spring of 2012, it didn’t review the vehicles. “Instead, it concealed the defect from NHTSA [National Highway Traffic Safety Administration] and the public, taking the matter ‘offline’, outside the normal recall process, so that the company could buy time to package, present, explain, manage the issue,” the government said. SECURITY DRIVE With the settlements, GM is making huge step towards moving past the ignition switch outrage, which made the organization notorious but touched off a progression of extensive security changes. CEO Mary Barra delegated another security boss who reports specifically to her and added 35 item security examiners to its staff. GM to apologize to families of victims In the wrongful death cases, Hilliard said a special master will be selected to choose the amount to offer each of the casualties he speaks to. He says the claims incorporate 45 deaths. At the point when added to the 124 death cases settled beforehand by GM, the quantity of deaths brought about by the switches comes to 169. Hilliard claims that number will ascend to 250 when all cases are settled or tried. Indeed, even with the settlements, another 454 death and damage cases stay as a major aspect of the federal court claims against GM. Hilliard, one of the lead attorneys in the cases, said he is urging the company to set aside money to settle those too.

Oliseh Recalls Enyeama By Dele Akintilo Super Eagles Coach, Sunday Oliseh has recalled Goalkeeper Vincent Enyeama into his squad that will prosecute October’s international friendlies with Cameroon and Democratic Republic of Congo. Vincent Enyeama could not participate in Ni-

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The sensational Lille shot stopper lost his mother shortly before the last two matches were played and requested to be dropped for both matches. He is now set to return and captain the Eagle against the Indomitable Lions of Cameroon and Democratic Republic of Congo.

Golden State Warriors Coach to Spend Off Season Recovering From Surgeries By Dele Akintilo Steve Kerr of Golden State Warriors will not be able to spend his post season reminiscing the good moments of the NBA Championship his team won but will instead spend his break recovering from back surgeries. While lamenting about his ordeal, the Golden state Warriors Coach said, “To be honest, the last couple of months stunk for me. I am not kidding. I’ve

Steve Kerr bleacherreport.com had a rough go physically this summer. It has not been fun. It was not the summer I was envisioning after winning the title,

thinking this is the greatest thing ever. It is been a rough go.” Kerr revealed he tweaked his back during the 5th Game of the NBA finals in June. He had surgery when the season ended and the surgery was marred with complications. Though Kerr feels better now, he will still take a back seat to his training assistants when training camp opens so as to prevent further complications from setting into his body.

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Segun Odegbami Declares Intention To Become The Next FIFA President By Dele Akintilo Nigeria’s ex-footballer, Segun Odegbami has revealed he would join the race to become the next FIFA President. The election the next FIFA President into office will take place in Zurich, Switzerland on February 26, 2016. Sepp Blatter stepped down as FIFA President some months ago after a series of scandals that degenerated to the arrest of many stakeholders in FIFA, as such, there is need to conduct an election in a bid to find Blatter’s successor and the mathematical footballer (Segun Odegbami) has declared that he would be one of the contestants for the vacant post.

While making his intentions known to football fans, Odegbami said, “The current scandal at FIFA is the organization’s worst crisis in 111 years of existence. Moving forward, FIFA thus require a new era of leadership that can restore the dignity of the noble sport and that of this esteemed international institution with global followership.” He explained that in

order for the current FIFA crisis to be resolved, FIFA must overhaul itself, brings back its reputation and reinstall integrity into his activities. He said, “Times like this calls for all concerned members of the global football family to contribute to the actualization of renewed objectives for FIFA by electing a deserving and qualified person with the right character that can achieve the desired goals and restore confidence and integrity to the organization and its activities. The world is very interested in who becomes the next President of FIFA. Considering the present image and state of this institution, I see myself fitting into this role.”

Messi Out For Two Months By Dele Akintilo. Barcelona Football Club’s sensational attacker and four-time World Footballer of the Year, Lionel Messi was injured during his club’s match against Las Palmas and according to reports reaching us, he (Messi) will be out of action for up to two months. Messi sustained the injury when he collided with Daniel Castellano when he attempted to shoot the ball in the match’s fourth minute. All efforts to make him continue the match after the collision proved abor-

Messi goal.com tive and he was eventually substituted. F. C. Barcelona later disclosed that scans revealed that he suffered

knee ligament damage and would be out for up to a total of eight weeks. He will be missed by his club and his country.

BRAIN TEASERS ANSWERS FROM PAGE 41 ANSWER 1: Place 1 white marble in one bowl, and place the rest of the marbles in the other bowl (49 whites, and 50 blacks). This way you begin with a 50/50 chance of choosing the bowl with just one white marble, therefore life! But even if you choose the other bowl, you still have ALMOST a 50/50 chance at picking one of the 49 white marbles. ANSWER 2: The man and the chicken cross the river, (the fox and corn are safe together), he leaves the chicken on the other side and goes back across. The man the takes the fox across the river, and since he cant leave the fox and chicken together, he brings the chicken back. Again, since the chicken and corn can’t be left together, he leaves the chicken and takes the corn across and leaves it with the fox. He then returns to pic up the chicken and heads across the river one last time. ANSWER 3: He never asked the cop where the scene of the crime was, so they knew that he had murdered his wife.

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Hundreds of Pilgrims Die in Mina Stampede MINA – In another hajj tragedy, at least 717 pilgrims died and 805 injured on Thursday in a stampede outside Makkah, in the worst disaster to strike pilgrimage in 25 years. “Work is underway to separate large groups of people and direct pilgrims to alternative routes,” the Saudi Civil Defense said on its Twitter account, Reuters reported. The stampede began at around 9:00 am (0600 GMT), shortly after the civil defense service said on Twitter it was dealing with a “crowding” incident in Mina, about five kilometers (three miles) from Makkah. It occurred when pilgrims fell in a stampede at Mina caused by two large groups of pilgrims arriving together at a crossroads on their way to performing the “stoning the devil” ritual at Jamarat, Saudi civil defense said. Thursday’s disaster was the worst to befall the pilgrimage since July 1990, when 1,426 pilgrims were crushed to death in a tunnel near Makkah. Both stampedes occurred on `Eid Al-Adha, Islam’s most important feast, and the day of the stoning ritual. Hundreds of thousands of pilgrims had converged on Mina on Thursday to throw pebbles at one of three walls representing

Muslim pilgrims gather around the victims of a stampede in Mina, Saudi Arabia during the annual hajj pilgrimage on Thursday, Sept. 24, 2015. Satan, for the last major ritual of the hajj which officially ends on Sunday. Unverified video posted on Twitter showed bodies, clad in the white toweling of those undertaking hajj, lying on the ground by the side of the road, surrounded by debris, as pilgrims and rescue workers attempted to revive them. Saudi civil defense authority said more than 220 ambulances and 4,000 rescue workers had been sent to the stampede’s location to help the injured. Saudi-owned AlArabiya television channel showed a convoy of ambulances driving through the Mina camp. Some of the wounded were evacuated by helicopters. DEVIL STONING Satan appeared on the same site to Prophet Abraham, son Isma`il and wife

Hagar, who each threw seven stones at the devil. After the stoning ceremony, the pilgrims go to Makkah for Tawaf AlWadaa. Muslims from around the world pour to Makkah every year to e perform hajj, one of the five pillars of Islam. Hajj consists of several ceremonies, which are meant to symbolize the essential concepts of the Islamic faith, and to commemorate the trials of Prophet Abraham and his family. Every able-bodied adult Muslim who can financially afford the trip must perform hajj at least once in a lifetime. Muslims who perform hajj properly return to their homes having all their sins washed way as promised by Prophet Muhammad. Onislam.net

Kentucky clerk, Kim Davies released from jail with conditions By Paul Njogu Rowan County clerk, Kim Davies, who was held in contempt of court for refusing to issue marriage licenses to same-sex couples, has been released. She had been held for a week after refusing a judges’ order to issue marriage licenses to same sex couples. US District Judge David Bunning, who had earlier locked her in for contempt of court, lifted the order and added that he was satisfied that her deputies were carrying out their duties of issuing licenses to same sex marriages in her absence. Bunning also warned her against interfering with the issuance or else appropriate sanctions would be carried out by

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the Court. However Davis’ lawyer, Mat Staver of Liberty Counsel, a Christian law firm, was noncommittal on whether Davis will obey the order. Her deputies were also ordered to file a “Status

Report” every 14 days to confirm they are complying with the order to issue marriage licenses. Davies had been sued by two gay couples and two heterosexual couples when she stopped issuing same sex marriage

No Regrets

Baptist pastor outed in Ashley Ohio worker fired for recommendMadison hack commits suicide ing faith film to lesbian co-worker By Paul Njogu

Mr. Bill Haven was a popular Olympic star who failed to make his Olympic squad at the 1924 Olympic Games in Paris. His wife was pregnant and the expected date of delivery (EDD) coincided with the 1924 Olympics games. He had to choose between staying by his wife or winning a gold medal at the Olympics. Eventually, he decided to stay by his wife. As it turned out, the United State Four man Canoe won the Gold Medal in Paris and Bill’s wife was in giving birth. In fact, she was so late that Bill could have completed in the event and return home in time to be with his wife. Most people said, “What a shame,” but Bill said, “No regrets.”

This child was born eventually - a baby boy and named Frank. Ironically, 28 years later, in 1952, Bill received a cablegram from Frank his son. It was sent from Helsinki, Finland, where the 1952 Olympics were being held. Read the cablegram: “Dad, I won! I am bringing home the Gold Medal you lost while waiting for me to be born.” Oh life! Frank Havens had just won the gold medal for the U.S. In the Canoe racing event, a medal his father had dreamt of winning, but never did. What God wants you to know is that, most of the things you call disappointments are actually going to work out eventually for your good! Have no regrets. God will turn over the mistakes

to miracles and the failures to fame, if you hold on to something you really want, in order to say “Yes” to the things that really matter for the sake of peace! The God who neither sleeps nor slumber will reward such sacrifices in His due season! No regrets because heaven will not withhold anything good from your life and ministry (Ps. 84:11). Close with George Halas: “Nobody who ever gave his best regretted it.” Do your best in any circumstance and leave the rest to God. Indeed, no regrets! Yes, make it your life policy: NO REGRETS ! Peace! Basic Scripture: Psalm 84:11 Romans 8:28 Source: Our Daily Manna by Rev. Dr. Chris .E. Kwakpovwe

Gay issues likely to split the third largest Christian denomination By Paul Njogu The Anglican Communion, the third largest Christian denomination with over 80 million members is likely to split as a result of growing differences over homosexuality and female bishops. Differences have emerged between the more liberal churches of North America and Britain and their conservative counterparts in Africa over the Church of England’s decision to allow celibate gay bishops and same sex marriages. The Archbishop of Canterbury has called a meeting of leading bishops to discuss a proposal of having the communion as formally linked to Canterbury and not to one another among other issues affecting the Communion. The other issues to be addressed in the meeting set for January 2016 include the protection of children and vulnerable adults, the environment and ho-

licenses after the legalization of same-sex marriage nationwide by the Supreme Court. She was then released with conditions prior to rallies organized in her support featuring GOP presidential candidate Mike Huckabee and Ted Cruz and other anti-LGBT organizations. Some GOP presidential candidates have used her

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mosexuality and religiously motivated violence. Justin Welby, the Archbishop of Canterbury also added that there was a temptation of dividing Christians from the speed of cultural change in much of the global north and differences between societies and cultures. The issue of gay marriage and gay priests has become divisive prompting a proposal from the spiritual leader of the church for a loose association. The pending split follows Canada’s Anglican Church blessing of same sex couples and ordaining of the first gay bishop by the US branch. Additionally the consecration of a woman

jailing to appeal for religious freedom from the party’s evangelical Christian wing. Davis’ lawyers had asked the Judge to get her authority and name off the marriage license certificates and had also filed an appeal. Davis an apostolic Christian who considers gay marriages a sin and she believes she

bishop in the Church of England and in United States, Canada, Australia and New Zealand churches has deepened the split with Anglican churches in developing countries that do not ordain women as priests. The move by the spiritual head of the Anglican Communion is a change of strategy from Welby’s predecessor, Rowan Williams who purposed to bring together liberals and conservatives to work together. However Welby justified the approach adding that, “a 21st century Anglican family must have room for mutual criticism and deep disagreement since they live in different contexts.

would be sinning if she issued marriage licenses to same sex couples, a responsibility under her authority. Her lawyer, Staver also added that marriage licenses issued while Davis was behind bars were invalid. However Kentucky’s Attorney General’s spokeswoman said her office considered the licenses valid.

John Gibson, a 56 year old professor and pastor who was allegedly outed as having an account on Ashley Madison website has committed suicide. The Baptist pastor, a professor at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, was found dead by his wife, Christi Gibson. In his suicide note he had expressed his struggles with depression and his remorse concerning the Ashley Madison information release, according to his wife. His wife added that the Ashley Madison expose was not too bad that he couldn’t be forgiven but that John “poured his life into other people” and he couldn’t extend the same mercy to himself. She also added that John also feared losing his job after the Ashley Madison data breach. The breach involved hacking and revealing of identities of up to 37 million users of the Ashley Madison adultery website

by hackers. The website is owned by Avid Life Media from Canada. Christi also added that it the actions wasn’t worthy of losing a father and a husband and cause such huge loss and pain for real people and families following the release of the information. Toronto police have also

confirmed two other people have committed suicide over the release of the user information by the hackers. Gibson leaves behind his wife of 30 years and a son, Trey and daughter, Callie. He had served as a minister in several churches in Louisiana and Mississippi.

By NCNC staff Chris Routson, a material handler for Precision Strip, a Middletown, Ohio based company, has been fired for making his colleague “feel uncomfortable” by recommending to her a

faith-based film. Routson loved sharing his Christian faith with everyone at the company and thus shared with a new colleague, after working hours, on a discussion that Christians do not hate homosexuals. He eventually recommended a film, Audacity, which addresses the issue to the colleague. Unfortunately this discussion led to his termination for making a colleague uncomfortable at the workplace. On being informed of the inconvenience he had caused to his colleague, Routson maintained that he loved sharing his faith but his supervisors asked him to stop since they had received a complaint from his co-worker. Routson was then asked to come in late the following day and upon his arrival, he was terminated. He is now seeking legal counsel since his co-worker hadn’t given

him a reason for feeling uncomfortable with the discussion. Additionally, Routson believed the film he had recommended was about breaking stereotypes between homosexuals and Christians. The company’s management action appears to have been out of fear of media criticism, protests or boycotts from the gay activist complaints which in turn redefines discrimination where a Christian who shares their faith is found guilty of it. With Routson’s 13year career ended, he has now created a GoFundMe page with his family for contributions. His case creates a big question to the secular left since his discussion was carried out after working hours. With the workplace having different kinds of people, it poses a big challenge to Christians who openly practise their faith.

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By Valentine Namukali MOST of us have knowingly or unknowingly acted in an uncouth manner while in a hotel. The following are some of the worst things that you should avoid next time you are in a hotel. 1. Lying about the number of people in your room. Some people go to the extend of sleeping in shifts in a hotel room meant for only one person. With the current security concerns on terrorism, this can be seen as a serious security breach that can jeopardize the safety of other patrons. It is also a deliberate attempt to cheat the hotel out of revenue. 2. Smoking or drinking in a non-designated room. You need to respect the rights of other guests who don’t smoke or drink alcohol either because of their religious affiliations, health issues or personal preferences. If you have to smoke or drink, kindly do it in designated areas. 3. Not taking care of your children. Having gone on holiday with your children, you

should not expect the hotel staff or other patrons to take care of your children. Don’t run away from your responsibilities. Watch out while they are in the pool or other areas that are of concerns. 4. Damaging your room. Kindly leave the room in the same state it was when you checked in. 5. Being abusive to the hotel staff. Treat the staff with courtesy. They are human beings with feelings which should be respected. You will have yourself to blame if they decide to avoid you as plague. 6. Leaving your valuables in the car. Don’t hold the hotel management liable for loses occasioned by valuables such as laptops that you had left in your car. 7. Not tipping the parking attendant. The guy who finds a parking slot at the hotel’s parking lot and directs you to park your car deserves much more than a grunted thank you. Show appreciation by giving him a tip! 8. Refusing to give a tip to your room service waiter. Honestly, it beats logic not to tip the waiter you called

continued from p(21) When there are children involved, second marriages become even less likely; many people do not wish to assume responsibility for someone else’s children. Their concern is not unfounded, as an almost infinite number of issues regarding the children’s future will need to be determined. Visitation rights and schedules, diet, discipline, education, religious holidays and vacations, medical issues, expenses, weddings, and possibly even grandchildren all require discussion; contact and negotiation with your child’s other parent may continue for the rest of your life! Even when a second spouse is found, the divorce rate for second marriages is an astounding sixty percent. The difficulty of managing a “blended family,” with its myriad complex interactions with children from a previous marriage, undoubtedly accounts for much of this statistic. Of the forty percent who remain in their second marriages, only twenty percent report marital satisfaction. Men and women in second marriages commonly lament the fact that they delayed addressing their own recurring issues until they had remarried. More painfully, when they honestly look back, they wonder whether they might not have saved their first

marriages, had they devoted the same amount of effort they are now expending to make their second marriages work. Encouragingly, a recent study of 5232 couples who considered divorce but decided to stay married (because of children, finances, or other considerations) said five years later that they were glad they had not divorced. Crises and stressful issues, such as depression or financial troubles, had eased or been resolved with the passage of time, and their marriages had improved. WHERE DO WE GO FROM HERE? When husband and wife become mired in negative patterns, not knowing how to forgive and to devise a new scenario, their energy is consumed in perpetuating the status quo while nursing their resentment of their partner’s shortcomings. They must relearn the skills necessary to establish a healthy environment and to restore good will, and a spirit of loving acceptance. Dr. George Pransky, Ph.D, suggests an analogy to illustrate how couples resolve conflict. Imagine a couple spending a romantic evening in front of a fireplace in their old home when, suddenly, they become aware of a chill-

late at night for room service! 9. Occupying the space of other hotel guests. Don’t camp outside the doors of other guests rooms. Respect their space. 10. C o m p l a i n i n g about the hotel’s free offers. Stop making a nuisance of yourself whining about shortcomings of free services offered by the hotel. For example complaining agitatedly about how slow the Wi-Fi is. 11. Playing loud music. Don’t turn your room into a disco hall. You are not the only guest in the hotel. Others need to get the much needed rest. 12. Threatening to give the hotel a bad review. This is going too far. It will only make matters worse for you and earn you angry hotel staff fed up by your behavior. 13. Waiting until the time of check-out to raise issues that would have been sorted earlier while checking into the hotel. If you are not happy with the room you have been allocated due to some shortcoming, kindly ask for the problem to be fixed or a change of the room. ing draft. They may elect either to search for the cracks allowing cold air to penetrate and then install weatherproofing, or to throw another log on the fire, thereby producing more warmth. I have found that people considering divorce invest most of their emotional and intellectual resources in “weatherproofing” their marriage or wondering how to do so. Yet, just as weatherproofing will lessen a draft but will not generate warmth, a critical approach to problems may halt unwanted behaviour but will not engender intimacy. Focusing intently upon their concerns and disappointments, spouses forget toenjoy their marriage and to invest emotionally in this crucial relationship. When one partner is dissatisfied with the marriage, an entirely new strategy is necessary. Spouses must resolve to renounce old anger and presumptions, to stop thinking “If he (or she) would only do what I want.” They must assume responsibility for becoming proactive, rather than passive or merely reactionary, in envisioning and realising a productive marriage Learn how to listen attentively to your spouse’s needs and views without superimposing your own “agenda,” and to respond appropriately. I have seen many presumably unsalvageable marriages transformed when

By Chasing Liberty British author Jackie Collins, also known as the queen of the “bonkbuster” novel dies at 77 in Los Angeles due to breast cancer. The writer of Hollywood Wives and the Stud has kept her battle with breast cancer secret from the public for more than six years. The author who started as an actor, made a ground-breaking career from writing racy novels about glamour, affairs and sex in Hollywood, in fact, 32 of her published books were international bestsellers. Six days before Jackie Collins died, she went public with her illness in an interview with the US magazine People at her Beverly Hills home last September 14. She told the magazine that she had no regrets about keeping her cancer private. The magazine hasn’t published the interview in full. Actor Dame Joan Collins, Jackie’s older sister, revealed about being utterly devastated over her

Jackie Collins sister’s death, while the writer’s three daughters proudly spoke about how their mother initiated a new ground for female fiction writers. In a picture of herself and her sister, Joan wrote and posted: “Farewell to my beautiful brave baby sister. I will love you and miss you forever. Rest in peace.” Meanwhile, Jackie Collins’ daughters wrote this statement: “It is with tremendous sadness that we announce the death of our beautiful, dynamic and one of a kind mother, Jackie Collins, who died of breast cancer today. She lived a

wonderfully full life and was adored by her family, friends and the millions of readers who she has been entertaining over four decades. She was a true inspiration, a trail-blazer for women in fiction and a creative force. She will live on through her characters but we already miss her beyond words”. Numerous tributes poured in for Jackie Collins whose 500 million books were sold worldwide and translated in various languages. In an interview with People magazine, the writer’s grief-stricken daughters expressed their thoughts about their mother’s death and how she was always there for her children. Christopher Biggins, Jackie’s close friend, told The Sun that it was Jackie herself who organized her funeral which will be held in Beverly Hills. “Jackie organized everything. There’s not going to be a funeral. There’s going to be a cremation and a big party,” he said.

Pasuma Clears Air on Redeemed Church’s Cancelled Show Oga Nla of Fuji, Wasiu Alabi Pasuma has revealed in a recent interview that he is not at fault regarding his cancelled show with the Redeemed Church of God (RCCG). It should be recalled that Pastor Ogundipe who oversees province 20 of the RCCG paid Pasuma to sing at the crusade organized by the church. The Crusade was titled “Lagos Island Family Areas Forum” and

Oga Nla was scheduled to hold between 23rd and 25th October 2015. However, the

partners began to feel that their needs were being recognised. This sense of “validation” replaces resentment with respect, understanding, love and hope. When pathology and blame are exchanged for a desire for health and growth, relationships mature and the bond between the spouses strengthens and deepens. Marriage should, and can, be fulfilling and holy. While I recognize that the sobering divorce statistics cannot found a good marriage, my prayer is that the above information will reach those couples that have given up trying to improve their marital relationships. Adopting a new approach, even to problems that seem intractable, will enable them to embark upon the rewarding process of re-inventing their sacred bonds. http://www.chabad.org/

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provincial headquarters of the church in Lagos Island cancelled the crusade due to Pasuma’s invitation and suspended the pastor. When Pasuma was interviewed concerning the show, he revealed that the church paid for the show but such payments are not refunded. He said, “The fault is not ours, we were ready to perform for them until we learnt of the cancellation of the crusade”.

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By R.Stanmbolija Oyelowo takes after his Selma star turn with in Jerry Jameson’s dramatization about a man on the run who takes a meth addict hostage. Martin Luther King would say - tough act to follow. After David Oyelowo’s commanding Selma turn, here’s an endeavor to support the actor’s multiplex profile: a threadbare thriller based on true events that depicts, in a practical way, the mystery of Brian Nich-

David Oyelowo ols, an escaped felon driven

to take recuperating junkie Kate Mara hostage. Television veteran Jerry Jameson’s drama turns into quest for revelation or redemption once the cops arrive; everybody’s left sitting tight for disclosure. Quotations of help guru Rick Warren are there to connect audience with the movie and viceversa. The performers are committed – Mara, by and large waif-like, seems frail without a doubt – justifying expectations. All in all, you should check it out and judge it yourself.

50 Cent Returns To Music After Bankruptcy By R.Stanmbolija 50 Cent, who as of late filed for bankruptcy in the wake of losing a suit over a sex tape, appeared recently with another tune about his dark past as he hopes to restart his career. The rapper made no reference to his most recent misfortunes in the song called 9 Shots, yet the verses spin around pledges to be resilient. The song relates to difficulties throughout his life including his troubled youth. His mom, who gave birth to him at age 15 and used cocaine, was killed when he was a kid. 50 Cent depicts the harsh times as a progression

50 Cent of nine shots - the same number of times he was shot amid a 2000 assassination attempt, which he survived. “I got two shots left in case niggas try to get me / That’s nine shots, we just call it 50,” he rapped. The track is set to show up on Street King Immortal, an album anticipated to be released in the not so distant future, which has been more

than once delayed. 50 Cent, whose genuine name is Curtis James Jackson, ascended from poverty to turn into a successful rapper and business man whose total assets was assessed not long ago by Forbes at $155 million. In any case, 50 Cent - best known for his album and movie Get Rich or Die Tryin’ - filed for bankruptcy last month and told a court that his flashy way of life was just a facade, with his expensive gems and cars rented. A jury recently requested 50 Cent to pay a sum of $7 million over a sex tape which he narrated. The lady in the feature had said it defamed her.

By G.G. Bastalino Johnson & Johnson pulled out its advertisements from ABC’s The View after the show’s hosts mock a nurse contestant on Miss America wearing a stethoscope. Following the hosts comments that belittle the role of nurses, the company which is one of the major advertisers of the show decided to cut ties with the program, being one of the huge supporters of nurses and their critical role in the health care system. It was known that during the daytime talk show, the hosts were discussing about Miss Colorado Kelley Johnson in a recently concluded Miss America beauty pageant. Miss Colorado was shown in the talent portion of the contest wearing scrubs with a stethoscope on neck and performing a monologue about her profession as a nurse. The two hosts made fun at her. Michelle Collins pointed out her monologue saying “Johnson basically read her emails out loud – and shockingly did not win. She helps patients with Alzheimer’s, which is not funny, but I swear, you had to see it,” she added. Joy Behar also demanded why Miss Colorado is wearing a doctor’s stethoscope around her neck. That caused a nation-

al outrage over the social media with about 3.4 million nurses in the country retaliating on Twitter using a hashtag #NursesUnite. The campaign worked and become a trending topic in the wake of the hosts’ comments. In a statement Johnson and Johnson expressed its comments on the accusations made by Behar and Collins: ‘We disagree with recent comments on daytime television about the nursing profession and we have paused our advertising accordingly.’ Eggland’s Best, another major advertiser of the program, released a statement: ‘In light of the comments about the nursing profession recently made on daytime television we will no longer be advertising on the show in question.’ In an interview with FOX411, US largest nurses’ union National Nurses United expressed its displeasure through its spokesman, over The View’s act of trivializing the nursing profession, considering nurses scrubs as a costume and calling a stethoscope a doctor’s instrument. In an attempt to do damage control, hosts of The View made an apology to their viewers and said that they don’t have any idea that Kelley Johnson

was a nurse. “We love nurses … we adore you, we respect you,” Collins claimed. “You guys are wonderful, you’re the most compassionate people. … I was not talking about her as a nurse, we were talking about the talent competition and I think it got misconstrued.” Behar averred that she “was not paying attention” during the on-air discussion. ‘I was looking at a Miss America tape, and there’s a woman wearing an outfit with a stethoscope, and I’m thinking is she in a costume?’ she explained. ‘I didn’t know she was a nurse. I’m used to seeing them (the beauty contestants) in gowns and bathing suits. ‘I didn’t know what the hell I was talking about.’ Collins also added that nurses are “hilarious and Behar called nurses “great.” As of press time, Johnson & Johnson hasn’t reversed their decision. Indeed, the company announced to provide nursing scholarships in a new donation effort. “We wanted to put some of the money we saved by pausing our ads on a certain daytime program to good use…” Johnson & Johnson said in an announcement posted on their Facebook page.

Regina King wins Limited Series supporting on-screen character for American Crime Hendrix Family Feud Resolved By Caterino Grebatorre

New York (AFP) Dueling relatives of guitar legend Jimi Hendrix have come to a settlement subsequent to going to court over the rights to T-shirts and other merchandise bearing his picture. Jimi Hendrix, a spearheading player of the electric guitar, died at age 27 in 1970 with no will, leaving his dad to assume responsibility of his estate. The father, Al Hendrix, died in 2002 after transferring rights to the estate to his adopted daughter Janie Hendrix. The sister, who runs the organizations Experience Hendrix and Authentic Hendrix, filed a claim in 2009 against Hendrix

Jimi Hendrix Licensing, which was controlled by Nevada business person Andrew Pitsicalis with the guitarist’s brother, Leon. The sister’s organizations charged that the opponent had intentionally showcased stock with trademarked pictures, for example, T-shirts with an electric guitar that components Jimi Hendrix’s face on the body.

Seattle-based federal judge Thomas Zilly recently issued a directive against Hendrix Licensing, restricting the Nevada organization from utilizing the faceguitar picture or Hendrix’s signature. The judge likewise banned the company from utilizing Hendrix’s name as a part of its business, despite the fact that he held back before a blanket bar on anything related to the guitarist. Prior to the case going to trial, the two sides reached to a settlement, a court record demonstrated. The record said that Pitsicalis would be obliged to pay a settlement more than five years, in spite of the fact that the sum was not determined.

By Joe Bogovski American Crime star Regina King won the award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Limited Series or a Movie at the Primetime Emmy Awards recently. It was her first Primetime Emmy Award selection and first win. “Yay!” King shouted before getting into her acceptance speech. “My son, Ian, the fact that I get to share this night with you – the best date in the house,” King said to her son, who was sitting in the audience. “I love you.” During her speech the actress also said she needed to express her gratitude towards her mother, Gloria King, and grandmother for teaching her “the power and the blessing of being a

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Ragina King woman.” Then she reflected on failure of Television Academy to nominate AfricanAmericans and other minorities. “There have been so many people of color, not just black people, that … you don’t see them at the Emmys, you don’t see them nominated,” King told TheWrap in a video interview.

“And I wrote a piece about it. I included statistics. So I just kinda figured, once I dropped that in the Huffington Post, I’ll probably never be nominated,” she said. “And let me tell you something. The only thing that separates women of color from anyone else is opportunity,” the How to Get Away with Murder star added. “You cannot win an Emmy for roles that are simply not there. So here’s to all the writers, the awesome people…Shonda Rhimes. People who have redefined what it means to be beautiful, to be sexy, to be a leading woman. To be black. And to the Taraji P. Hensons, the Kerry Washingtons, the Halle Berrys,

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SUSAN AND EDEN TIE THE KNOT AT CASA LOMA CASTLE and live happily ever after By Chasing Liberty Marriage is society’s fundamental institution founded and reaffirmed for centuries as a sheltered environment that creates essential relationships, allows deeper appreciation of each other’s individuality and enables the couple to raise their own family. Through this union, spouses are empowered to transfer their culture, traditions and civilization to the next generation. Nevertheless, marriage is not only an isolated contract that calls for the presence of a man and a woman. It is also a social

institution that affects the interests of the public and manifests the miraculous gift of love. These are few of the reasons why the families of Avodele and Adejobi gathered together in two special events: the introduction of the two families and the memorable wedding ceremony of Susan Avodele and Eden Adejobi. As a Nigerian wedding tradition, the groom has to formally ask for his fiancée’s hand in marriage through the traditional introduction of the two families together with their guests. Prior to the wedding day, each and every member of the Avodele and Adejobi families get

acquainted to each other on the 6th of August at the Paradise Banquet Hall, Vaughan. During the introduction ceremony, both families were formally presented to the guests and celebrated the event with food and drinks. The joyous event continues up to the 9th of August at the Casa Loma Castle where Susan and Eden intended to consecrate their holy matrimony in front of their family and guest. It was a heart-warming moment for the two families as they gathered together to behold the lifetime union of their son and daughter.

After the formal wedding ceremony, the entourage proceeded to the stunning Hazelton Manor for the reception. At the reception, Susan wore her full-length wedding dress, trendy headdress embellished with collar beads, and charming necklaces and bracelets; on the other hand, Eden was dressed in his regal long traditional robe and colourful accessories. The ambiance was imperial but emotional. Indeed, it was made light and cheerful with the presence of their guests that include business associates, well-wishers and closest friends who travelled far and wide

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to join the newly-wed couple on that special day. The banquet was indeed elegant and colourful. It was neatly decorated with silky white and gold curtains, warm lights and attractive chandeliers. Truly, the parents were prepared and bountiful, eager to make the event a memorable one for the bride, the groom, the family as a whole and their friends. Likewise, the prominent personalities from the Nigerian community in Canada came to grace the glamorous and first-class occasion. The ladies were dressed to the nines in their stylish Nigerian dresses

and gele while the gentlemen were uniquely dashing. They enjoyed the memorable occasion feasting on sumptuous African treats as well as continental cuisines and beverages. Everyone was served and entertained well in a party that is complete in all ramifications including the Lola Fadipe’s live band that kept the attendees busy on the dance floor all night long. We hope your life together will be filled with joy, happiness and lots of love! – Nigerian Canadian Newspaper, Canada Pictures by Nigerian Canadian Newspaper, Canada

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his year, the members of all Yoruba groups in Canada joined the Yoruba Association for the largest gathering of exceptional cuisines and people of the Yoruba heritage. The umbrella association held another enormous picnic which brought together contributions from all groups that attended the occasion.

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YORUBA ASSOCIATION GATHERS FOR A HUGE PICNIC Just like last year’s picnic, this year was a huge success and was even coined as the picnic of the year. Many members of all the Yoruba groups came to join and shared the dishes they prepared. Some showed how eager they were to attend this annual gathering by using special

ingredients in preparing their food attempting to beat other groups. Notably, the Owo Association once again wowed the guests with their special Owo soup and tasty pounded yam. There were plenty of food and beverages served, leaving all guests stuffed and satisfied with

their meals. It was a spectacular picnic ever organized! Kids were entertained with lots of different games while other participants were amused with the event’s fashion show. And before the gathering ended, one lucky candidate brought home the Miss

Yoruba crown. The editorial board and staff of the Nigerian Canadian Newspaper were also present in the event. Association’s enthusiastic president Chief Mrs. Sola Olubunmi and her executives really did a great job in making this year’s picnic a fabulous one. NCNC wishes continuous blessings and wisdom for them so that they will be able to organize more marvellous gatherings in the future.

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