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Federal government approves liquefied natural gas project on B.C. coast with 190 conditions hWest liquefied natural gas project in British Columbia with 190 legally binding conditions. Environment Minister Catherine McKenna said the approval decision was taken following extensive studies on the project's environmental impact, science and after consultations with First Nations. Flanked by Natural Resources Minister Jim Carr, B.C. Premier Christy Clark and Fisheries Minister Dominic LeBlanc, McKenna said the investment was worth $11 billion and would be one of Canada's largest resource development projects. "I am confident with the 190 legally binding, and scientifically determined

conditions, that we will address the most important environmental impacts to ensure this project proceeds in the most

sustainable manner possible," McKenna said. Those 190 conditions cover everything from wetland management,

Health care monopoly does not serve public well BY THE CANADIAN PRESS The question of ranking those services that we all need and want is complex and very dependent on individual circumstances. It is unquestionably true that the denial of medical care to a sick person is a serious matter. Paradoxically, it is not a big deal if one is healthy. I went for the first 25 years of my life without medical care and didn’t suffer one bit. Contrast that with the outcome that would have occurred if I had gone without any education for my first 25 years. My friend’s father, Fidel Castro, told me that he believed education was by far the most important privilege that society can deliver to its citizens (health care being second). But there are other vital services such as housing, shelter, security, and public transportation. The latter is often underestimated, although its importance here in Metro Vancouver and its close relationship to affordable housing is gaining recognition. As a 10-year old schoolboy in post-war Liverpool, my daily bus ride to school was a key to

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gaining my education. The buses were reliable, cheap, operated by a driver and conductor, and never completely full. Coincidentally, I sometimes shared those rides with other schoolmates, including future Beatles Paul McCartney and George Harrison. So what has this to do with medical care? The fact is that health care alone, among the services mentioned, has been granted monopoly status by government

when it comes to so-called necessary physician and hospital services. I challenge anyone to name a single monopoly that serves consumers well. I would like to describe a theoretical scenario that uses the less emotional area of public transportation as an example. Perhaps the analogy might help explain why I believe Canada’s health system would benefit from shedding its monopolistic status. In using the example of people lining up for a bus, it is true that they will suffer from being frustrated, and possibly cold and wet, not to mention being late for school or work. Let’s remember, to put health care in such a context, that the Supreme Court of Canada has previously ruled that Canadians are suffering and dying as they languish on waiting lists. Imagine a government monopoly public transportation system that is tax funded through general revenue. There are no charges for tickets and the buses are always 100% full. The buses run every 2 hours and line ups at bus stops exceed 100 people and extend for three blocks.

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the quality of freshwater fish and fish habitat, marine fish and mammals, migratory birds, human health, concerns over cultural heritage sites and long-term environmental monitoring. The liquefied natural gas project on B.C.'s coast has been championed by Clark as the largest private-sector development in the country's history. It has also rankled environmentalists and some First Nations who are concerned about greenhouse gas emissions and the potential impact on local fisheries and habitat. McKenna said the decision was based not only on science but also on consultations with First Nations from the area that advised the government on fishing and other environmental concerns. "Indigenous Peoples were meaningfully consulted, and where appropriate, impacts on their rights and interests were accommodated," McKenna said. "Consultations were extensive and project conditions will address concerns that were raised." McKenna said that Indigenous groups near the site of the project will work with the federal government on environmental monitoring, which the minister said was consistent with the government's reconciliation agenda. Greenhouse gas emissions The project, backed by Malaysianowned energy giant Petronas, would move natural gas from B.C.'s northeast via a TransCanada pipeline to a terminal on Lelu Island near Prince Rupert for export to Asia. The Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency (CEAA) released a draft report in February that said the project would result in roughly 6.5 to 8.7 megatonnes of GHG pollution each year, a marked increase in emissions both at the provincial (8.5 per cent) and national (0.75 per cent) level. The agency has said the project "would be one of the largest greenhouse gas emitters in Canada." Since that draft report, the agency has revised its estimate down closer to the 5.0 megatonne level, or about the equivalent of one million new cars on Canadian roads each year. The decision comes as the global natural gas market continues to be weighed down by a glut from new projects in the U.S. and Australia, pushing prices to new lows. Petronas initially said it would proceed with the project if the federal government gave its approval, but now the company says it will conduct a "total review" of the project before making a final investment decision. In a statement, Adnan Zainal Abidin, president of Pacific NorthWest LNG, welcomed the announcement, saying it was a significant milestone, but he stopped short of saying what would happen next. "Moving forward, Pacific NorthWest LNG and our shareholders will conduct a total project review over the coming months prior to announcing next steps for the project," he said.

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Mylan Hicks Shooting: Calgary Police Charge 19-Year-Old With Murder -The Huffington Post Alberta-

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He signed with the Stampeders in May and was on Calgary's practice roster. He hadn't played a game this season with the Stampeders, who are currently first in the West Division and on a 12-game unbeaten streak.

Police say Mylan Hicks, who was 23, was shot outside a nightclub following an altercation early Sunday morning. Nelson Tony Lugela is charged with second-degree murder. He is scheduled to appear in court Friday morning. Police say three suspects were initially taken into custody, but two have been released without charges. The team has said several players were at the Marquee Beer Market and Stage after their win Saturday against the Winnipeg Blue Bombers.

He was born in Detroit and played for Michigan State, where he recorded a career-high 19 tackles and four pass break-ups in nine games in his senior year in 2014.

Police say at about 2:30 a.m. Sunday, officers responded to reports of a shooting at the club, where they found a man in his 20s who'd been wounded. He was taken to hospital in lifethreatening condition and later died.

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University Of Alberta Turban-Tying Event Fights Racism Against The Sikh Community

The Back Alley was the site of a confrontation between professional wrestler Davey Boy Smith, known as The British Bulldog, and 19-year-old Kody Light.

A University of Alberta event turned racism against the Sikh community into an opportunity to celebrate diversity.

The two got into a fight on the dance floor over comments that Light made to Smith's wife, Diana Hart Smith, of the Calgary wrestling clan.

In September, students and staff were shocked after 12 racist, anti-Sikh posters were found around the Edmonton university's campus.

Smith was charged and later acquitted of aggravated assault after Light fell backward, fracturing his skull on the cement tile floor. He suffered permanent injuries, including a skull

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The nightclub, which reopened in 2013, had a notorious past in its previous incarnation as The Back Alley.

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The police tape was gone and there was no indication a crime had taken place Monday in the parking lot of the Marquee Beer Market and Stage. A neon sign reminded patrons about its daily Happy Hour.

Calgary Police Insp. Don Coleman said it appears there was a fight inside the bar before closing time that continued outside and escalated to the point where shots were fired.

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Rather than simply condemning the posters or responding with anger, students set up an educational opportunity called "Turban Eh." The University of Alberta Students' Union, the Indian Students' Association and the World Sikh Organization hosted a turban tie-in on Tuesday. Volunteers used cloth donated by the Sikh community to tie turbans on people who were interested, and also handed out pamphlets about Sikh culture, and served free food. "People don't realize, but the name 'Sikh' actually means 'to learn,'" said event organizer Arundeep Singh Sandhu in a U of A video. Sikhs cover their hair with turbans as a religious observance and to cover their long hair, which they don't cut as a sign of respect to God. Students, staff, and politicians from around Alberta showed up at the campus to rock the colourful headwear. -The Huffington Post Alberta

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Judicial review of Montreal bylaw targeting pit bulls to be heard Monday A judicial review of Montreal's new animal control bylaw has been pushed back until Monday, the same day the new rules are scheduled to go into effect. The SPCA argued in court Thursday that the review should be heard as soon as possible, with the aim of having the sections targeting "pit bull-type dogs" suspended and ultimately declared illegal. Superior Court Justice Claude Champagne said he will hear the case Monday morning, adding that he didn't find there would be irreparable damage in waiting four days, as SPCA lawyers had argued. One criteria for a suspension is the urgency of the matter — and SPCA lawyers say that's the case because the bylaw puts dogs lives at risk. The new regulations, which will ban new ownership of pit bulls and pit-bull type dogs, was passed by city council on Tuesday. Animal rights advocates have criticized the bylaw, pointing out that many cities that have implemented similar legislation have since repealed the laws. A spokesperson for the City of Montreal said the municipality has a "well-recognized" right to pass animal control regulations, especially where it concerns the safety of Montrealers. -CBC News

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Quebec Sikh workers must wear safety helmets when required -By The Canadian Press MONTREAL—A Quebec judge has ruled turban-wearing Sikh truck drivers must wear hard hats in the workplace when safety standards require them. Three Sikh men who drove container trucks at the Port of Montreal had argued they had a right to wear a turban instead of a helmet based on Quebec and Canadian charter rights protecting freedom of religion. In a ruling released Wednesday, Quebec Superior Court Justice Andre Prevost recognized that the requirement to wear helmets violated the men's charter rights but ruled that safety should trump religion in this case. He ruled the port’s rules were justified because they protect workers against head injuries.

“The risks are not lower because the claimants are Sikh and wear turbans,” he wrote in his decision. “The safety obligations of the defendants are not less stringent, either, towards the claimants than towards other workers.” In a case dating back to 2006, the men had argued they were victims of religious discrimination after they were no longer allowed to enter the port’s

terminals without protective headgear. The safety measures were put in place in 2005. Originally an accommodation was put in place allowing the drivers to stay in their trucks while containers were loaded, but that was eventually deemed not commercially viable because it increased the loading time. A lawyer representing the three men said he was disappointed by the decision but was encouraged that the judge recognized his client’s charter rights had been violated. Julius Grey said he would meet with his clients next week to decide whether to appeal the decision. “I personally believe it’s a case that can be very easily and effectively appealed, so I hope that’s what they’ll do,” he said.

GTA karate instructor charged with sex assault A 57-year-old Toronto karate instructor has been charged after police say a nine-year-old girl was sexually assaulted during a martial arts lesson. Peel Regional Police Special Victims Unit responded to a report that a girl was being sexually assaulted by her karate teacher. Police launched an investigation and said the girl had been sexually assaulted on numerous occasions while she was alone with her instructor. Satnam Rayat was arrested Saturday and charged with sexual

assault, sexual interference and invitation to sexual touching. He was held for a bail hearing and made a court appearance Sunday. Police said Rayat was the owner and operator of “Rayat Karate” in the Bovaird Drive and Williams Parkway area of Brampton. The investigation is ongoing and police said anyone with further information is asked to contact investigators at the Special Victims Unit at 905-453-2121, ext. 3460 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). -Global News

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Kenney Delivers Last Speech In House Of Commons After Nearly 20 Years As MP -The Huffington Post Alberta OTTAWA — Conservative MP Jason Kenney has made his last speech in the House of Commons as he prepares to quit federal politics to focus on a bid to unite the provincial right in Alberta. Kenney's resignation formally takes effect on Friday. The longtime Calgary MP says his nearly two decades in the Commons gave him great respect for Parliament and its work. Kenney, 48, thanked his colleagues, staff and the public service for supporting him in both opposition and government. Kenney is running for the leadership of the Alberta Conservative party in hopes of resurrecting the fortunes of the one-time political dynasty. His former cabinet colleague Jim Prentice tried something similar, winning the provincial leadership and becoming premier in 2014, only to go down to defeat to a surging NDP the following year. Thanks in large part to the Wildrose party helping to divide opposition voters, Rachel Notley formed the first-ever majority NDP government in Alberta, ending 44 years of Conservative governance. Aims to unite right again

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his own ancestors who sought refuge from the 19th century Irish famine. "You can see the Kenneys have recovered from the famine," he said to laughter. Kenney was also minister of employment, minister of multiculturalism and minister of defence. "There could be no greater honour than to work with our men and women in uniform who are the greatest Canadians," he said of the latter post. Kenney was first elected as a The sudoku puzzle is mostly a 9-byReform MP for Calgary Southeast. He 9 grid made up of 3-by-3 subgrids. Some was re-elected six times, the last time in cells already contain numbers, known as the redistributed riding of Calgary givens. The goal is to fill in the empty Midnapore. cells, one number in each, so that each column, row, and region contains the numbers 1 through 9 exactly once. Each number in the solution therefore occurs result of the review she has ordered, only once. in each of three "directions". the shackles have been removed. Or you can say there is only one Cramman, who has been in the rule. Every row, every column and every country since she was eight years old 3-by-3 subgrid should contain digits 1 to but is not a Canadian citizen, has 9 only. undergone a series of surgeries after

Shackles to be removed from hospitalized woman facing deportation in Halifax -By The Canadian Press HALIFAX — Nova Scotia's health minister says he was "appalled" when he heard a gravely ill woman facing deportation to England had been shackled to her hospital bed. Leo Glavine says he thinks the restraints were inappropriate for 33year-old Fliss Cramman, saying the idea of chaining someone to a bed brings to mind the 19th century not the 21st. Provincial Justice Minister Diana Whalen says the case also concerned her and she ordered a review of the guidelines for dealing

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OTTAWA (NEWS 1130) – Opposition MP’s are raising concerns after reports say a Canadian suspect in a terror investigation was able to get so close to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, he took a selfie with him. It looks like any other selfie members of the public take with Trudeau, but according to a report from The Star and La Presse the other person in this photo, who isn’t named, is a Canadian who is under investigation over the kidnapping of two American journalists in Syria three years ago. That incident is linked to a group affiliated with al Qaeda. While MP’s are not questioning the security detail around the prime minister, Conservative MP James Bezan says this does raise serious concerns around the surveillance of terror suspects in our country. “There’s no way that they should’ve ever been allowed at an event where the prime minister was at.” The picture was taken late last year as Trudeau met with the public on a Montreal street. The prime minister’s office is not commenting, directing questions to the RCMP. The mounties say they will not comment on an ongoing investigation. The accusations against the man have not been tested in court and the reports say since returning to Canada the man, who is not named, has reformed and denounced his former extremist views.

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Post-debate poll: Hillary Clinton takes round one (CNN) Hillary Clinton was deemed the winner of Monday night's debate by 62% of voters who tuned in to watch, while just 27% said they thought Donald Trump had the better night, according to a CNN/ORC Poll of voters who watched the debate. That drubbing is similar to Mitt Romney's dominant performance over President Barack Obama in the first 2012 presidential debate. Voters who watched said Clinton expressed her views more clearly than Trump and had a better understanding of the issues by a margin of more than 2-to-1. Clinton also was seen as having done a better job addressing concerns voters might have about her potential presidency

by a 57% to 35% margin, and as the stronger leader by a 56% to 39% margin. The gap was smaller on which candidate appeared more sincere and authentic, though still broke in Clinton's favor, with 53% saying she was more sincere vs. 40% who felt

Trump did better on that score. Trump topped Clinton 56% to 33% as the debater who spent more time attacking their opponent. Although the survey suggested debate watchers were more apt to describe themselves as Democrats than the overall pool of voters, even independents who watched deemed Clinton the winner, 54% vs. 33% who thought Trump did the best job in the debate. And the survey suggests Clinton outperformed the expectations of those who watched. While pre-debate interviews indicated these watchers expected Clinton to win by a 26-point margin, that grew to 35 points in the post-debate survey.

About half in the poll say the debate did not have an effect on their voting plans, 47% said it didn't make a difference, but those who say they were moved by it tilted in Clinton's direction, 34% said the debate made them more apt to vote for Clinton, 18% more likely to back Trump. On the issues, voters who watched broadly say Clinton would do a better job handling foreign policy, 62% to 35%, and most think she would be the better candidate to handle terrorism, 54% to 43% who prefer Trump. But on the economy, the split is much closer, with 51% saying they favor Clinton's approach vs. 47% who prefer Trump.

Washington mall shooting: 20-yearold suspect arrested

Washington D.C., (ANI): Following an overnight manhunt, authorities have arrested a 20-yearold suspect a day after the shooting that left five people dead at the Cascade mall north of Seattle in Burlington, Washington. According to CNN, Washington state authorities say that itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s too early to rule out terrorism in the mall shooting because their investigation is still in the preliminary stages. The suspect in the Washington state mall shooting Friday night did not try to run when confronted by police Saturday, he just froze and complied, authorities said and his motive is still unknown. Arcan Cetin is the lone suspect arrested in the shooting that killed four women and a man at the grisly incident. For much of Saturday, authorities searched the mall for evidence and a blurry surveillance photo of a rifletoting man inside the mall offered a major lead that authorities relied on in the hunt for the shooter. "The city of Burlington has probably changed forever. This is a senseless act. It was the world knocking on our doorstep, and it came to our little community here," Mayor Steve Sexton said. The grainy security camera footage showed the suspect initially appearing to enter the mall unarmed and -- about 10 minutes later -walking into Macy's carrying a rifle. The suspect "fired multiple times, struck four females ranging in age from a teenager to seniors," said Mount Vernon police Lt. Chris Cammock, commander of the Skagit County Multi-Agency Response Team.

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Tom Hiddleston to guest star in Quantico Season 2? Quantico Season 2 is all set to air in India . And while fans cannot wait to see what thrills Alex Parrish played by Priyanka Chopra gets upto in her new career with the CIA, the cast for season 2 is impressive! With regulars such as Jake McLaughlin as Ryan Booth, Aunjanue Ellis as Miranda Shaw, Yasmine Al Massri as Nimah and Raina Amin, Johanna Braddy as Shelby Wyatt resuming their roles, this season will also see newcomers Blair Underwood, Pearl Thusi, Russell Tovi and Aarón Díaz join the Quantico gang. And now if sources are to be believed, Tom Hiddleston, who presented the Emmy Awards with Priyanka Chopra on Sunday, may just be guest starring in Season 2 of Quantico where he will have a potential love story crossover in the show.

Priyanka has shared a special message for fans to watch Quantico Season 2 on her Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/p/BKlCGe2B b85/?taken-by=priyankachopra&hl=en The official synopsis for the show is

out and it seems intriguingly mysterious! " Alex Parrish (Priyanka Chopra) finds herself at "The Farm," the CIA's (Central Intelligence Agency) mysterious training facility. As Alex navigates the dark world of espionage, far different and more dangerous than what she's learned before, she's pulled into the center of a deadly conspiracy that not only threatens the lives of this country's citizens but the lives of countless others across the globe. This conspiracy calls everyone around her into question, be it new faces from the CIA or old ones from the Bureau." Catch all the action of Quantico Season 2 in India on Star World and Star World HD every Monday at 9 PM from 26th September 201 onwards.

Ethan Hawke Has Not Had It Easy In Magnificent Seven The Magnificent Seven movie is already riding high with its awesome ensemble even before the release. Among the seven stars is Ethan Hawke, Training Day star donning the character of Goodnight Robicheauxa sharpshooter in the movie. As the spotlight shines on Goodnight Robicheaux, Ethan Hawke effusively admits that he loves the name of his character, saying `Yeah I used the name to build the character- the name is just so brilliant.` Apart from his complex role, Hawke admits shooting in Louisiana's

extremely hot and rainy weather conditions was equally tough. Ethan says, `It was about 104 degrees and raining and it was miserable.` All gun fires and horse riding look so glamorous on-screen but Hawke reveals that it is not so pretty behind the scenes- saying `We were all dressed in wool and blowing things up with horses and worrying people were going to get hurt and the combination of the heat and the rain made it very difficult.` Plus, it is not as simple as it looks on-screen. Ethan says, `... No scene was simple - every scene involved lots of

extras and action it was just really intense.` Though for the actor, sweat and dust has paid off as the Oscar nominee gushes proudly, `That's why I was so happy when I saw how the movie turned out because there were definitely moments when we weren't sure.` Ethan Hawke being reunited with his Training Day co-star Denzel Washington, we can surely expect the spectacular dynamic between the two actors remembering the adventures of Det. Alonzo Harris and Jake Hoyt. Releasing on September 23, the

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Actresses who contributed for humanity internationally When it comes to Indian actors they leave no stone unturned in marking their place in Bollywood or Hollywood for that matter. A recent trend that has been prevalent among our Indian actors is to extend their support and stand for the consent and the welfare of the people globally and support other universal issues in general. It is good to see our actors support such social causes and make our country proud. Let's have a look at the works of these actors: Richa Chadha: Actress Richa Chadha is one of the best actresses of Btown currently. The actress has always believed to bring out things which we shove under the carpet and bring light to things we ignore. The actor has always been someone who has had a voice of her own and stood for the right. The gorgeous Richa Chadha recently became the face for a social campaign by the most reputed cosmetic brand "AVON" for their campaign called "The

Justice Institute on Gender-Based Violence" which will be helping women who go through domestic violence not only in India but across the globe. Frieda Pinto: Born and brought

up in Mumbai the actress came to fame with her debut in "SlumDog Millionaire" which was an incredible hit across the globe. The actress has also starred in Hollywood movies like You Will Meet a

Look who is gaga over Tamannaah? Actress Kangana Ranaut, who unveiled the title track of Tutak Tutak Tutiya on Monday, says she is a big fan of Tamannaah Bhatia who stars in the film. "I think the film is going to be full of fun. This is a comedy horror film which is amazing because we either make comedy or horror. Its nice that its something every new. I think quite a cocktail of feelings it's going to be," said Kangana at the event here. "I am a very big fan of Tamannaah's work also... I have seen her films. I feel I have never seen her such a

performance where she is possessed. I am really looking forward to it," she added. Directed by Vijay, Tutak Tutak Tutiya, which is Sonu Sood's home production, features Prabhudeva and Tamannaah in the lead. The film is slated to release on October 7. While Sonu has ventured into production with this film, Kangana says she is more interested in direction. "I am not interested in production right now but you never know. I am more interested in direction and not production. I think Sonu Sood will help me with production."

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The first week may be packed with details and fine points you've been avoiding. The October 1 New Moon (and Solar Eclipse) shows you how easy (Mar. (Mar.2121- April April 19) they all are. A loved one will admire and desire you all the more. The Full Moon (and Lunar Eclipse) on October 16 turns up your instincts and intuition. See through someone's smoke screen and understand why it's there. Spot an opportunity to move ahead in life. Be patient, be ready, and let things develop. Love enters your world in a big way with the October 30 New Moon. Feel lucky, and be ready to act surprised. The October 1 New Moon (and Solar Eclipse) triggers a burst of fun and playfulness. Fun can have a serious side, so don't shun this chance to enjoy life. You'll be attractive and beguiling no matter your mood. The Full Moon (and Lunar Eclipse) on October 16 lights up your social life and (Apr. 20- may 20) whatever clubs or organizations you enjoy and serve. People may be a bit touchy-feely, but that won't chase you away. Tidy up for the October 30 New Moon and give your pets, houseplants, and books some extra TLC. Early October is for family and forming stronger bonds. Treasure every kind word, because there could be a lot of feeling behind it. The October 1 New Moon (and Solar Eclipse) also highlights fun and (May 21-June 21) games. Let your inner child romp. The October 16 Full Moon (and Lunar Eclipse) shines into your work world and career. Be sensitive to coworkers' requests, and be emotionally available and responsive. They will be eager to side with you. Dress up and feel frisky as the month ends with the New Moon on October 30. Don't get too wild, OK? Friends and neighbors are there to share the many good times in the first week. The October 1 New Moon (and Solar Eclipse) warms hearts. This includes family members who may have been keeping their distance or keeping their opinions to themselves. Explore your ( June 22-July 22) world on the October 16 Full Moon (and Lunar Eclipse). Grab some friends and try a new restaurant or go on a field trip to a new place. Family affairs warm up with the October 30 New Moon. Harmony and cultured pleasures may be on the agenda.

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confronted my husband about

husband of 13 years. Over the

it that he admitted it. I told him

years my trust has gone down

by not telling me about it, he

the drain.

had broken my trust again.

smoking,

He's lied about eating,

drinking,

Most of the time his problem

money, and told a zillion other

starts

little white lies. It’s not only

drinking. But he doesn’t think

that. Things have gotten so bad

that. More over he doesn’t think

that I recently found out he’s

there is a problem.

started stealing. He takes cash

marriage is failing.

from my purse; sometimes he

wondering if our marriage is

admits to it and

sometimes

doomed? I don’t know why he

not. The kicker was when I

won't stop lying, knowing what

received a letter from the police

it’s doing to our marriage.

stating that my car had been in a hit-and-run. The car had hit

when

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and

has

been

I feel my I am

helpless

for Dear SOS

he does it out of habit and feels more

it. Once you sit down with a therapist,

comfortable lying than telling the

you'll be in a better place to discuss

truth. And some of his lies could have

ways for your husband to break his

disastrous

your

lying habit, which he must do in order

marriage. Is it doomed? Not yet, but

for you to regain your trust in him.

no marriage can survive for long

Your doctor will be the best person to

without trust.

advice you which route you need to

consequences

for

take to get help for both of you. But

automatically hit the giant red "Get

you do need to sit down with your

Therapy!" button, but I have my finger

husband to solve this serious problem

poised above it now. Whatever you've

that you both are having in your

said to your husband, you're not

marriage.

general,

loath

getting your point across - that your lack of trust in him is endangering your marriage. And he still keeps lying, no matter how many times he's been caught. He should get

some

professional help, if he's sceptical of this, tell him you'd like to work on

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Review: What if we get the chance to rectify all the big mistakes of our life? And what if a magical wand takes us into the future to personally witness all those critical twists and turns on the road journey of life where we may swerve into the wrong lane? And then, what if we get a chance to revise our actions and deeds accordingly? Debutant director Nitya Mehra's "Baar Baar Dekho" is unlike any romantic yarn -- I hesitate from giving it that loosely-used term the 'rom-com'. It is the ultimate what-if saga, narrated with a tender care and subdued splendour that makes every moment between the lead pair precious and gladdening. Watching the film, we are just happy to see Jai and Diya together. It could be because they are played by two of the best-looking stars in our cinema. Sidharth Malhotra and Katrina Kaif look so made-for-each-other that it seems absurd to even suggest that they can be separated by destiny or design -- or in this case by designed destiny. But human nature is such -- and this is the 'sach' (truth) that this unusually conceptualized film dwells on with mollifying magnificence -- that it sinks the very ship that keeps hope afloat. With believable nearsightedness -- don't we all mess up in life? -- Jai tells Diya on the day of their wedding that he would rather not marry her and instead pursue his dreams of going to Cambridge. The hurt, humiliation, bewilderment and disappointment that Katrina shows on screen in her sequence of painful rejection dashing hopes of shared lifetime, is a joy to behold. This is the first occasion in her career when

'Baar Baar Dekho'

A gorgeous looking film with a heart!

Katrina has actually sunk her ego into her character. You can see her feeling the hurt and the happiness with equal sincerity. Bravo! Sidharth Malhotra, so far seen giving performances where his matineeidol looks obfuscate his other purported virtues, comes into his own with a character who is clueless about the stunning time travel that fate/destiny/karma/kundli puts him through. Just imagine: you fail to show up for your wife's painting exhibition and she falls in love with her arts dealer. Or you may not cuddle your little daughter when she asks you to do so, and this may cause indelible damage to your domesticity. Exceptionally, "Baar Baar Dekho" trusts silences to the talking. There are long passages without background

music to over-punctuate the drama of disintegration that the couple plays out. The emotions the couple exchange seem relevant and real, as the dialogues (by Anvita Dutt) rip off pages from contemporary marriages all over the world without creating a cut-and-paste haste in the conversations. There is plenty of the rare quality of gravitas tucked away in the mischievous love tale, none more mischievous than the pundit (played with able astuteness by Rajit Kapur) who is supposed to solemnise Jai and Diya's wedding. Jai thinks the pundit is responsible for his rushed futuristic time travel. But is he? Is this ability to stare your mistakes in

13 their eyes a quirk of fate? Or is it something else? "Baar Baar Dekho" doesn't seek or give us substantiated answers on cosmic mysteries. Why Man does what he does, who is responsible for our actions -sometimes horribly wrong -- we don't know. Neither does the film. Director Nitya Mehra glides with a silent giggle and a sigh across a beautifully painted skyline of wistful thinking. The actors have given their heart and soul to the main parts. And some of the supporting cast -- not all, I am afraid -- is also exceptional. But the real hero of the film is Ravi K Chandran's camerawork. The magician that he is, Chandran imbues every frame with warmth charm and beauty. Sequences recreating Cambridge University (where a Ramanujan-like professor mentors Jai) reminded me of that very fine Ramanujan biopic "The Man Who Knew Infinity". The futuristic styling is apt without getting outlandish. Come to think of it - there is nothing over-the-top in this quietly accomplished film except the "Kala chashma" song and dance. Why on earth was it used to promote the film? That zingy cheesy aura of that song is so not the film. "Baar Baar Dekho" is about getting a chance of changing the mistakes in life without making them. But really, I can't think of one thing I'd like to see changed in this film. Except maybe Sarika's prosthetics when she plays dead. Someone overdid the mother's wrinkles. -By Santa Banta News Network

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'Pink' -Powerful performances in a powerful message-based film Movie Review: "Pink" is a contemporary youthcentric film with a strong socially relevant message about the choices young women of today make and about respecting those. Narrated in a linear manner, the simplistically presented film, essentially a courtroom drama, is powerful, owing to its missive, dialogues and performances. Three young working women, Minal (Tapasee Pannu), Falak (Kirti Kulhari) and Andrea (Andrea Tairang) are flatmates in Delhi and good friends. An untoward incident one night at a resort in Surajkund, involving some boys, among whom is Rajveer (Angad Bedi), who comes from a politically wellconnected family, proves to be life changing for the trio. What follows is an intriguing courtroom drama where ace lawyer Deepak Sehgall represents them in a bid to get them justice. Replete with contemporary instances and issues, centring around women and their safety, the film, through its potent dialogues, takes a dig at society and its stereotypical norms and prejudices towards women, as in "The

Rule Book of the Girls' Safety Manual", enumerated by lawyer Deepak Sehgall. Director Aniruddha Roy Chowdhury extracts natural performances from all his actors, and makes a meaningful film devoid of any unnecessary commercial trappings, never once deviating from the core theme. Amitabh Bachchan as Deepak Sehgall, the aged defence lawyer, shines as always, in a restrained, but powerful performance. His histrionics come primarily in the form of his wellmodulated baritone, conveying his emotions and of course, from the wellwritten lines. Taapasee Pannu, as the protagonist Minal Arora plays the brave, present-day Delhi girl with convivial ease. She delivers a power-packed performance, naturally, slipping into her character bringing out the contrast as a strong yet vulnerable girl. Her anxiety, frustrations and angst, against society and the system and its hypocrisy, are all palpable. Kirti Kulhari as Falak Ali is equally a powerhouse as a performer. She renders her character of a modern working girl annoyed with the double standards of

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its great performances, are its taut screenplay and dialogues. Flavoured with a language that the youth of today will relate to, the dialogues are hard-hitting and strike a chord immediately, as they are packed with relevant messages. Humour comes in the form of the satirical dialogues and lightens the tenor of the otherwise intense film. With moderate production values, Cinematographer Abhik Mukhopadhay's lens captures the drama in a realistic manner. The only song in the film, "Kaari kaari raina", is used effectively to encapsulate the mood and messages in the film. Overall, "Pink" is an evocative film about women, brimming with messages relevant for society, and keeps you riveted to the screen. By Santa Banta News Network

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