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TRANSPLANT: Najmah Iqbal was overcome with emotion when she was told her daughter, Zayna, was to receive a kidney transplant last month

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after going into renal failure seven months prior due to a condition called Focal segmental Glomerulosclerosis (FSGS). Since then, the youngster’s family has been appealing for donors to come forward who had the ‘power to save Zayna’s life’ and finally, last month, a match was found. Ultimately it was the donation of a kidney, from a deceased organ donor that was successfully given to Zayna, who is now recovering well in Leeds General Infirmary.

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A glittering gala dinner event with a sensational catwalk honoured the outstanding services of some of the UKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s finest wedding service providers. The Perfect Asian Wedding Awards in its debut year, hosted by Christa Ackroyd, gave national recognition to the winners, who had been voted for by the public and those who have used services of the short-listed companies. The Aagrah Midpoint Suite, in Pudsey, saw guests dazzled by glitz and sophisticated glamour of a spectacular catwalk show by Bombay Stores showing their own stunning bridal couture collection and their international bridal exclusive designer pieces. The breathtaking outfits were equally matched by a catwalk full of beautiful glamorous models adorning a stunning and imposing stage set. Guest of Honour, Squadron Leader Deputy Lieutenant David Dinmore presented the awards to the lucky recipients. A Special Recognition Award was presented to Maryam and Abdul Kader, founders of Bombay Stores for their services to Asian Fashion, setting up their business 47 years ago. Bombay Stores is now an International Brand in the world of Asian fashion. A sumptuous banquet dinner to match the occasion, was provided by Aagrah. Special Recognition Award for Services to Asian Fashion: Maryam and Abdul Kader (Founders of Bombay Stores) Best Videographer: Film Art Pictures Best Photographer: Eternal Wedding Film Photography Best Caterer: Aagrah Event Catering Best Wedding Marquees: Amplitude Marquees Best Florist: Jayesh Florist Best Event Lighting: YAS IllumiNation Best Stage DĂŠcor: Abdalis

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Family’s delight after donor found for seven-year-old daughter

ering well RECOVERING: Seven-year-old Zayna is recov surgery ssful in Leeds General Infirmary following a succe

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FAMILY: The Iqbal family from left to right, Qais Iqbal, Zahid Iqbal, Zayna Fatima Iqbal, Najmah Iqbal and Uma Iqbal, enjoy themselves at Martin House Children’s Hospice earlier this year

‘Overwhelmed’ Now, her mother, Najmah, recalls the moment she was told that a match had finally be found for her daughter and the mixture of emotions that ‘overcame’ her. “I will always remember it,” she said. “I got the phone call on the 14th November and I was just brought to tears. The time had finally come for Zayna; a match had finally been found and it was all just surreal. “You begin to think that the time is never going to come but thankfully it did. We got to hospital and the whole day was like a dream really. It is unbelievable.” Zayna, who also suffers from a condition called Global Developmental Delay, has been in hospital ever since the surgery and continues to show positive signs of recovery.

With no need for dialysis any more, she has began to regain her appetite for the first time in over a year, and her mother says she is ‘getting back to the old Zayna’. She said: “When you hand her over to the anesthetist and the surgeons, all we can do then is pray for her. We did know she was in good hands. “From consultants to registrars, and sisters to staff nurses, all the staff here have been amazing. Their attentiveness and caring nature during Zayna’s transplant will never be forgotten and we would like to thank them from the bottom of our hearts.” Zayna’s surgery came just one week before Najmah herself was due to undertake a renogram to see if she was a match for her daughter. However, following the passing

of the unnamed organ donor, the scan was cancelled. Najmah, and husband Iqbal, would now like to pass on their thanks to the family of the donor who will ‘always be in the family’s prayers’. “When Zayna was in surgery it hit me that someone else has lost a loved one today and part of them now is waiting to give my daughter the gift of life,” Najmah said, “they were in my thoughts and it just brought me to more tears. “Words cannot express the thanks we obviously feel towards this person and their family. I don’t know who it is but we have contacted them and hopefully it brings them some comfort to know that Zayna is well and that part of their loved one has helped save my little girl’s life.” She added: “It is a gift you cannot thank enough for, to give that gift of life is amazing. They know that their loved one may be gone but they live on.” The family would like to thank everybody at the hospital for their help and ask anybody who would like to make a contribution to the work done on the ward to donate to the ‘Pediatric Liver unit sisters fund 5D 11’ by phoning 0113 392 7410.

Tributes pour in for manager of Akbars who collapsed and died after dispute with customers over bill Tributes have been pouring in for the manager who collapsed and died at a restaurant on Friday 6th December. Mohammed Asif, 45, manager of the popular Manchester Akbars restaurant on Liverpool Road, collapsed following a confrontation with customers over a bill. Police were called to Akbar’s shortly before 11pm, after Mr Asif fell. He was rushed to hospital, but sadly passed away.

Although the post mortem was inconclusive, it is thought that Mr Asif died from a heart attack. A 37-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of assault, but has since been bailed until January. Comments from loyal customers have been pouring in all weekend. Mr Gordon Greedy G Robertson posted on Akbars Facebook page: “My family and I are frequent visitors to your Leeds Eastgate branch and would like to pass on our deepest sympathies to

the family and friends of the manager of your Manchester branch, Mr Asif. I hope the person who did this is imprisoned for a very long time.” Mr Pavan Rao added: “Very sad to hear of Asif's passing. Always thought the restaurant ran well because of him especially since he has been there since the Manchester branch opened. Condolences to his Family and Friends.”

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More than £80,000 raised for the Philippines Last Sunday night at the Hilton Hotel in Bradford, Amir Khan hosted a sellout fundraising dinner for Islamic Relief’s Typhoon Haiyan Appeal, which caused huge devastation in the Philippines last month. Over 500 people from all across the UK attended the black tie event and a staggering £83,400 was raised to help victims of the disaster by the end of the night. The fantastic total was raised through ticket sales and an impressive charity auction, which featured rare items including a signed Mohamed Ali boxing glove, Filipino boxer, Manny Pacquiao’s boxing shorts, one of Usain Bolt’s famous running shoes and a special meet and greet with Amir Khan at his own gym, Gloves Community Centre. Amir explained: “When I heard about the devastation in the Philippines I wanted to do anything I could to help – so I got in touch with Rizwan Malik and Islamic

Relief to organise this fundraiser. “The evening was an astounding success and the amount raised has exceeded all our expectations and I can’t thank everyone enough for their generosity. “I’d also like to thank Rizwan, who helped me organise the whole event in just two weeks – his support really was invaluable.” Rizwan added his delight at the success of the night and explained his gratitude to the ‘special host’. He said: “I’m extremely proud of what we’ve achieved and now we hope the money raised will really help the Islamic Relief Foundation’s Philippines Appeal. “It was great to see Amir so passionate about giving back and helping others – we couldn’t have asked for a better host for the evening.”

FUNDRAISERS: Thousands were raised for Islamic Relief’s Typhoon Haiyan Appeal (l-r) Co-organisers Rizwan Malik and Amir Khan, with the UK Director of Islamic Relief, Jhangir Malik

Amir Khan’s knockout night HOSTS: The evening was a major success with hosts (l-r) Sajjad Hussain, Amir Khan and Mohammed Sajid

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GATEWAY TO TERROR: Anjem Choudary and the al-Muhajiroun network

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Anjem Choudary is perhaps the best-known Islamist extremist in Britain. His outlandish quotes and controversial demonstrations receive national and often international coverage

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A report launched recently, into the Muslim extremist Anjem Choudary and his al-Muhajiroun network is arguably the most detailed investigation into this Islamist extremist organisation, its structures and its terrorist connections. Published by ‘HOPE not hate’, who campaign to counter racism and fascism, reveal in their report titled ‘Gateway to Terror’, that at least 70 people who have been convicted of terrorism or terrorrelated offences, or who have actually participated in suicide attacks, have been linked to the alMuhajiroun group. It’s revealed that the man who narrated a recent 58-minute alShabaab video, threatening a number of moderate British Muslims, is from Tower Hamlets and has also been linked to the group (al-Shabaab is the militant Islamist group fighting for control of Somalia). Also exposed, are the growing connections between Choudary and the northern Iraqi Ansar al-Islam group, an affiliate of al-Qaeda, and name its British leader. It shows that Choudary has a growing network of contacts across Europe. While Choudary may not have been directly involved in terror plots, it has been investigated that he helped shape the mindset of many of those behind them. He indoctrinated them and through his networks linked them up to terror groups and supporters across the world. Many of those convicted of terrorism were active supporters of his group at the time of their arrest. Habib Ahmed, who was convicted of being a member of al-Qaeda, was their Manchester branch organiser. Mohammed Chowdhury, the ringleader of the 2010 Christmas bomb plot, was filmed helping set up a Skype interview between Anjem Choudary and Omar Bakri (al-Muhajiroun’s founder, originally a member of radical sect Hiz utTahrir) only three weeks before his arrest. Being one of the most wellknown Islamist extremist in Britain, Anjem Choudary is infamous for his outlandish quotes and controversial demonstrations, which often receive national and often international coverage. Choudary will, on other occasions, say that people have left

the group some time before their arrests so he cannot be blamed for their actions – but this conveniently ignores the fact that he and his network have played a crucial role in their radicalisation. Al-Mujahiroun is a hate group, pure and simple, and as such deserves our attention. Constantly feted by media yet treated as ‘clowns’ by many, it is by ignoring their threat that we let down the vast majority of Muslims who want nothing to do with Choudary. The truth is the actions of this tiny

the English Defence League (EDL) in Luton in 2009. This was following al-Muhajiroun’s demonstrations against British soldiers returning from Afghanistan, but have continued to bolster its membership and helped the organisation off life support

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minority of extremists leads to the stigmatisation of the entire Muslim community and the shameful idea of collective responsibility. The primary victim of al-Muhajiroun’s extremism is actually the wider Muslim community. It is also important to mention, that it was the actions of these people that led to the formation of

numerous times due to either violent or offensive acts. The two biggest spikes of support for the EDL occurred when Anjem Choudary’s supporters burnt poppies on the 2010 Remembrance Day and in the immediate aftermath of the killing of off-duty soldier, Lee Rigby, in May this year. A more fundamental reason for

“The truth is the actions of this tiny minority of extremists leads to the stigmatisation of the entire Muslim community.” opposing al-Muhajiroun is that we abhor their politics of hate. AlMuhajiroun have a worldview that we do not share. They want to impose a system that is totally at odds with one that respects human rights, diversity and equality. In addition, their sexist views call for the subjugation of and discrimination against women. Choudary has called for Muslim women to be forced to wear the veil and stated that women who commit adultery should be stoned to death. Fundamentally, they seek to impose a system that is intolerant of difference, does not accept anyone or anything that fails to conform and that is totally opposed to democracy and free will. All of this is on top of the fact that members of this group, influenced by these hateful ideas, have been involved in the 7/7 bombings and dozens of foiled terrorist plots aimed at killing and maiming innocent people. Furthermore, al-Muhijaroun seeks to undermine and hammer a wedge between Muslims and the society in which they live by denouncing the idea of multiculturalism, as well as promoting and preaching the

dogma of separatism and exclusion. To borrow a phrase from a recent al-Muhajiroun network pamphlet, they force people to choose between whether they are “British or Muslim”, when the two are by no means mutually exclusive. Yet sadly, there are people on the right of the political spectrum plus those within the “Counter-Jihadist” movement, such as Islamophobes Pamela Geller and Robert Spencer in the USA, who use al-Muhajiroun to justify their own anti-Muslim hatred. By not speaking out against extremism across the board we are not only inconsistent in our actions but we leave the ground open to our opponents. Anjem Choudary might only have a few hundred supporters but their ability to cause terror and fear on our streets, bring a racist backlash down on mainstream Muslims and – ultimately – to divide communities is huge. No matter under what banner the politics of hatred and intolerance raises its ugly head we must be prepared to greet it with organised and determined opposition. The face of hatred is the face of hatred and the mask it wears is irrelevant.

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Wind batters Leeds

Roads were closed, trees were uprooted and tiles came off homes across Yorkshire last week as strong winds arrived in the city. Despite the potential chaos, Councillor Keith Wakefield, leader of Leeds City Council, believes the day was handled well. He said: “Staff from across Leeds City Council along with our partners were hard at work throughout the day in an effort to minimise the disruption the high winds caused to residents. “Some travel restrictions and road closures had to remain in place for most of the day, which may have made the journey home longer than usual for many, but we are confident that it will be back to business as usual [from now on]. “Inevitably the wind has meant it has been a challenging day for everyone, but fortunately by taking swift action and the proper precautions, we have weathered the storm well. I’d like to thank everyone involved in helping to keep the city safe.”

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ALIENATED?: Some claim traditional attire segregates the community

Professional? We debate whether Asian taxi drivers should ditch the traditional salwar kameez whilst at work

CULTURAL:There’s a lot of heritage attached to the salwar kameez

The salwar kameez is a traditional South Asian dress and will have at some stage, been worn by countless British Pakistanis up and down the country. One group of people who this dress has become linked to, arguably more than any other, are taxi drivers. In part two of Asian Express’s ‘Great Big Taxi Debate’ we ask what the consensus is about drivers wearing salwar kameez or whether a uniform would be a more professional alternative. Around Yorkshire, in particular, there is an

abundance of Pakistani taxi drivers, many of whom started their trade decades ago. However, there are a large number of cabbies who will opt to wear traditional clothing while on the job and this has caused a flurry of mixed comments from the Asian community itself over the years. Whether it is for convenience or other reasons, there’s growing debate on whether Asians need to change their ways. Mafooz Hussain, a taxi driver working with a Leeds private car hire firm, agreed there needed to be a stricter dress code to ensure more professionalism from taxi drivers. He considers them as one on the frontline of representing the South Asian communities.

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“I think many Asians don’t take the job seriously enough to be honest, and it’s a hell of an important job. “I think we need more professional-looking drivers. If we wear uniforms for example people respect you a lot more, whereas you see many who put their salwar kameez on, which they’ve probably had on while a sleep, and then just jump into their taxis and turn up to work. “Many of them don’t even leave their cabs because they don’t want anyone to see what they’re wearing. I’d say that if they’re embarrassed themselves, then it’s a good indicator that they need to wear something decent. If you have respect for how you look then others will treat you with some respect in return. “I really do think customers who are seeing Asian taxi drivers in salwar kameez, all the old stereotypes come flooding back.” The 48-year-old of Leeds said Asians needed to move on with the times. He argues it’s not really a religious thing and was more of a cultural tradition so didn’t see what the problem was in changing it. He added: “Yes I understand a lot of them went into the trade when they first came into this country, but things were different then. Things have changed now and we have to change as well. “It definitely puts people off. If you give off a good image then people are going to respect you. “If I wasn’t Asian and got into a

cab with a driver who had a full length beard, oily hair and salwar kameez on, I would feel a bit weird as well.” Mafooz said everybody must work harder to look after their customers and feel safe and comfortable in their presence. He added: “A lot of drivers don’t even speak to their passengers, sometimes because they can’t speak English too well, but also because they can’t be bothered – that can come across as being rude. “I just hope that we wake up as a community and start moving with the times, because what we do is very difficult and the hours are long. We want to reverse the negative stereotypes that have been created.” There was an outcry last year in Pendle after a council proposed a dress code that outlawed traditional Asian clothing. Taxi drivers claimed racial discrimination. The borough council wanted a stricter dress code to smarten up the drivers. Tracksuits, shorts, football and rugby tops, beachwear, short skirts, short dresses and flip flops were due to be banned, as well as dirty or ripped clothing, and items with “offensive” or “suggestive” words or graphics. The majority of Pendle's taxi drivers are Asian men, and many felt the rules discriminated against them. In a report to a meeting considering the plans, the council said: “Whilst Pendle council does not wish to impose such standards by way of conditions to any licence, we expect, however, that such standards

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will be maintained at all times." Mr *********of Bradford who thinks drivers should be able to wear what they want, said: “A lot of taxi drivers around here are Asian and you can't force Asian people to adhere to a code that doesn't include their national dress. “As long as the taxi drivers look smart and presentable there shouldn't be a problem. “It’s ridiculous to suggest imposing a dress code. “Some people do wear the salwar kameez because they are in and out of mosque quite a lot. So this means that you are stopping people from adequately practicing their faith which I definitely do not agree with.” Mohammed Shafiq, chief executive of the Ramadhan Foundation, said taxi drivers could look smart in traditional dress. He said that it would not be acceptable to tell people to change clothing they wore for religious requirements or duties. “People spend more time tackling real issues such as the safety of taxi drivers instead of pointing the finger,” he said. Helen Whitecroft a 21-year-old university student said she regularly used taxis after going out with her friends. She added: “I don’t really see it as a big problem, I don’t really look at what people are wearing when I’m in a taxi, I just want to get to wherever I’m going.” However, 23-year-old Ismail Basharat added the trade could do

Asian Express with being improved: “I think it would be much more professional if we had a uniform of some kind, everyone would benefit. “There’s nothing wrong with salwar kameez, but I think people will think someone is unapproachable in the dress, whereas a suit looks a bit more professional.” Miss Khan from Leeds said: “I don’t think it’s unreasonable to ask taxi drivers to smarten up. I do however believe that negative stereotypes of people wearing salwar kameez kick in more regularly. “The generic view of non-Asian people is that if you wear salwar kameez, you’re a bit dumb. I know that’s wrong, but that’s the way it is. “If taxi drivers respected this country and earn a living here, there’s absolutely no harm in requesting for them to dress in smart trousers and shirt. Men in Pakistan don’t have a problem wearing trousers and shirts, so what’s the big problem? “Has anyone considered that by ditching the salwar kameez at work in the UK is a positive step in changing the image of integration from the community? “I read somewhere that 60 per cent of white people in this country felt that Muslims are not part of British life. “We have to change as a community and all do our part to integrate as much as we can each allow to change racism and prejudices in Britain.”

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MIXED BAG: Every chef has a different approach to South Asian cuisine

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chef test We scour the county for different recipes for the same dish so you can decide which is the best In previous weeks Asian Express has delved deep into the curry industry, looking at keeping it alive by teaching a new generation of chefs authentic techniques. It is believed that the first appearance of curry on a menu was at the Coffee House in Norris Street, Haymarket, London in 1773, but things have changed dramatically since then. We have found that some rogue chefs were ruining the reputation of South Asian cuisine in the UK, using excessive amounts of salt and food colouring that had direct links to poor health for the consumer. Government authorities like Trading Standards and the Food Standards Agency have tried to monitor unhealthy ingredients, but chefs are asked to “voluntarily” remove dangerous food dyes from their dishes rather than being forced by law. Now we are talking to a range of restaurants and takeaways from different schools of cookery

and comparing their approaches to preparing the same dish. Furthermore, we have looked at what television chefs are promoting on websites and in their cookery books, and whether their lists of ingredients are any more authentic or healthy than a takeaway. We have been asking Yorkshire cooks and chefs to anonymously reveal their chicken tikka masala so you can compare and decide for yourself. Perhaps their might even be a recipe that looks familiar. There is also a recipe by a television chef thrown in there for good measure. Our findings have been very positive. Exhibit A and C have no traces of red colouring and the chefs assured us that they use entirely fresh ingredients. However Exhibit B features a tikka paste which the chef admitted he didn’t know its contents. It is these types of pastes that contain harmful dyes such as tartrazine.

* ½ fresh red chilli, deseeded * 1 clove of garlic, peeled * 15g fresh ginger * 1 tablespoon vegetable oil * a pinch of paprika * ½ tablespoon garam masala * a teaspoon of tomato puree * 3 sprigs of fresh coriander, leaves picked and chopped, stalks reserved * 400g chicken breast, preferably free-range or organic, diced into 2.5cm pieces * 1 small onion, peeled and sliced * ½ red pepper, deseeded and sliced * ½ green pepper, deseeded and sliced * a pinch of ground cinnamon * a pinch of ground coriander * a pinch of turmeric * 1 x 400g tin plum tomatoes * 100ml plain yoghurt * 100ml double cream

It is important to recognise the fact that some businesses need to buy produce that is affordable and will allow them to continue trading, and food colouring is one way of sourcing cheaper ingredients. The other factor to consider is the expectations of the customer – if they are used to seeing a bright sauce then the chef has to keep producing it. Emer Timmins, a spokesperson for the Food Standards Agency (FSA), said: “All food additives, including colours such as tartrazine, are thoroughly tested for safety prior to approval by independent expert bodies, in particular the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA). “An Acceptable Daily Intake (ADI) is established for each food additive. This is an estimate of the amount of an additive that could be routinely consumed every day over a lifetime with no appreciable health risk. EU legislation restricts the use of additives to certain categories of foods and specified levels. These limits ensure that the amount consumed does not exceed safe levels, and that the level in food is the minimum necessary to achieve the intended purpose. “As part of its programme of systematic re-evaluations of all

food additives, EFSA has recently re-evaluated tartrazine, and confirmed its safety at currently permitted levels.” The FSA has asked the UK food industry for a voluntary withdrawal on the use of the following six colours; Tartrazine (E102), Ponceau 4 R (E124), Sunset yellow (E110), Carmoisine (E122), Quinoline yellow (E104) and Allura Red (E129).This followed a study commissioned by the FSA, and conducted by Southampton University (between 2004 and 2007) to see if these colours had any effect on children’s behaviour. From July 2010 foods containing the six colours, all need to be labelled with the following ‘additional’ information; ‘name or E number of the colour(s)’: may have an adverse effect on activity and attention in children’. Ghee is also on the FSA’s hit list as it is considered to be extremely unhealthy and high in cholesterol. They urge people to use vegetable or olive oil as a substitute. The findings have been both enlightening and worrying, but overall it has cancelled out the stigma that all chefs use a bright red dye to create their chicken tikka masala and they take great pride in making something that is authentic.

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Last week, the Makkah Masjid mosque in Leeds organised events to raise awareness about two key issues – ‘Domestic Abuse’ and ‘Islamophobia’. A recent crime survey revealed that last year some 1.2 million women suffered domestic violence in England and

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Wales. It also highlighted that in Britain, two women are killed each week as a result of domestic violence. The Makkah Masjid marked the ‘International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women’ 25th November, and addressed that domestic abuse and

violence occurs against women in all societies regardless of culture, ethnicity, religious background and socio-economic status. The mosque aimed to remind Muslims of the teachings and practices of Prophet Muhammad, so that such un-Islamic practices do not take place in Muslim households. Imam of Makkah Masjid, Qari Asim MBE said: “In his 38 years of married life, the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) never abused any of his wives, rather he was extremely gentle and compassionate with his family. “In fact, he strongly encouraged his followers to be gentle and kind to their families. “Domestic abusers very often excuse their violent actions to their victims as a result of frustration resulting from financial difficulties, problems with the children, family members or colleagues, cultural pressures, or an inferiority complex and they let out their frustration by abusing their spouses. “In order to justify their detestable actions, sometimes, they distort the meaning of a particular passage in the Glorious Qur’an and take it out of context. However, such actions have no justification.”

During Islamophobia Awareness Month an event was held at Makkah Masjid to raise awareness about Islamophobia. Recent statistics released by the Metropolitan Police highlight that attacks against the Muslims have doubled since last year. A report published last week by the ‘Tell Mama Campaign’, revealed that the police are failing to investigate hundreds of cases of anti-Muslim hate messages on the internet. On-line incidents accounted for 74 per cent of incidents reported to Tell Mama. Imam Qari Asim said: “For far too long Muslim communities have been the subject of anti-Muslim sentiments. “Anti-Muslim sentiments are fuelled largely due to ignorance and misinformation about Muslims and Islam. More Education in schools, and a change in media's approach can play a key role in combating the rise of Islamophobia. “Makkah Mosque therefore opens the doors of the mosque to the public and hundreds of people of other faiths visit the mosque and learn about Islam.”

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Standard ADVENTURE: The Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award involved Ruby travelling to previously unknown places including Cambodia (top), and the Lake District (bottom)

CHAMPION: Ruby Kaur completed the 12-month challenge which included a four day trip to Cambodia to volunteer in an orphanage

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in the COSO Orphanage in Cambodia. Days were split into two parts whereby the group of volunteers would take it in turns to teach the children English, whilst the other half helped construct the new building, regardless of monsoon conditions. More than 30 children, who were all charity dependant, regularly attended the classes and despite their impoverished upbringing, Ruby explains how

Travelling the world, navigating your way through the wilderness and dining with Royalty may be some people’s idea of a life challenge, yet for one local woman, it was simply all in a year’s work. Bradford University student, Ruby Kaur Takhar completed all three tasks and more for her Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award, which was awarded to her at St James’s Palace last month. In order to achieve the accolade, Ruby had to complete five separate challenges which covered categories of volunteering, physical, skills, expedition and residential, whilst travelling as far as Cambodia. Upon completion, the 19year-old travelled to London to receive the prestigious award from HRH Prince Philip, in what was described as an ‘unforgettable experience’. “It was an amazing day and PROUD: Surrinder Singh Takhar one I will never forget,” she with his daughter Ruby Kaur said. “After all the effort that was put in to completing the Gold award, to receive such a their enthusiasm to learn was reception in the same place that something of an inspiration. She said: “The children were the Queen made her first ever really nice and were so eager to speech was something special. “Prince Philip was really nice as learn. They had all had this hard well. He was very interested in upbringing yet kids as young as hearing about our residential five were telling us they aspired to stages and I spoke to him for be doctors and professions like about five minutes; what we said I that which was lovely to hear.” Adding: “We would travel in the can’t quite remember though, all I know is he is a really nice, funny back of a truck to the orphanage every day and it was really a man.” Ruby spent her residential stage culture shock. I remember one of in South East Asia as she worked the first things we saw when

stepping off the plane was a whole family travelling on one scooter; a truly remarkable site.” As well as the life-changing trip, a grueling expedition phase saw Ruby and a team of three Chinese students, trek through the Yorkshire Dales over five days and four nights, travelling eight miles a day. Using only a map and compass for directions, the team had to meet set checkpoints after “The expedition phase was really hard and communication was key,” she said, “I had never really spoke to my teammates before then but in order to succeed we had to work as a group, not individuals. “Perhaps the most bizarre thing I thought I would ever do was wake up on my 18th birthday in a field full of sheep but that is exactly what happened.” The Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award recognises outstanding commitment to personal development and requires a minimum 12 months of hard work to obtain. Open to anybody from 16 years of age, through to 25, it is a life changing challenge and one Ruby would recommend to everybody. She said: “Not only does it look great on your CV but the character building and independence you gain is something you cannot just learn. “At the end of the day would you rather just be sat in front of the television all day with nothing to do, or travel to places like Malawi and Cambodia and help improve somebody’s life?”

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The magic of the festive season is set to arrive at a popular Leeds farm this weekend. As part of the ‘Christmas Weekend’ at Home Farm on December 7 and 8, a wide- range of fun activities will be available for visitors to enjoy. On offer will include wreath making, elves eye weaving, willow magic wands, Christmas crowns and colouring and badge making. Santa Claus will also be taking a break from his very busy schedule to meet children at Home Farm, in what promises to be two days not to be missed. Boasting over 400 sheep, poultry goats and pigs, along with an interesting mixture of recreated workshops and exhibitions, Home Farm continues to be a great place for the all the family to enjoy.

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Olympic royalty Alistair and Jonathan Brownlee will be among the star-studded line-up on hand to officially open the new Holt Park Active wellbeing centre next week. The triathlete brothers, who scooped gold and bronze respectively at the London 2012 games, will be joined by para-cyclist David Stone, who won gold at the 2012 Paralympics. Also at the opening on the 9th December will be Dick Gradley, who captained the British gymnastics team at the 1960 Olympics in Rome. The athletes will unveil a plaque to mark the official opening of the £28m centre.

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Leading figures from Leeds health and social care met with government ministers and service integration experts at an event in Westminster to inaugurate the Health Pioneer status the city has been awarded. Councillor Lisa Mulherin, Chair of Leeds Health and Wellbeing board, and Dr Andy Harris, Chair of the Citywide Transformation programme, were part of a delegation from the city who met with other pioneer city teams and health minister Norman Lamb MP. The city has been recognised for the pioneering work already being done to make sure health and care services in the city work together to deliver a seamless service. It is one of only fourteen chosen from over 100 around the country chosen to become ‘pioneers’, demonstrating the use of ambitious and innovative approaches to delivering integrated care.

TALENT: Bankside’s talent show will determine which students really do have the X Factor GOOD: Bankside Primary, in Harehills, currently caters for almost 700 children

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A local primary school, which received a glowing Ofsted report following its last inspection, has got high hopes of building on their growing reputation. Despite being in the bottom one per cent of the most deprived areas in the country, Bankside Primary was rated ‘Good’ with ‘Outstanding’ features in 2009 and has subsequently earned a valued status as one of the top educational institutions in Harehills. The three-form entry school currently caters for almost 700 children, from all faiths and backgrounds, with almost 100 staff members on hand to ensure every child receives the utmost attention. Deputy Headteacher, Chris Florey, has been in his role for the

past two years and has been a teacher at the school since 2007. Throughout his time, Mr Florey explains how the school just improves year on year and how proud he was to be part of the ‘amazing team’ which helped gain the most recent Ofsted report. “It really is a fantastic school to work in,” he said. “As a school we have grown into a new building which is great and in terms of our outcomes for the children the results are getting better year on year. “It is only due to the hard work and dedication of our wonderful staff and parents and it really is generally a great place to work.” He added: “We are due our next Ofsted Report any time now and according to our development plan we will hopefully receive another great result. We know we are very good, but it is not up to us to say

what we deserve.” Next year, a special Bankside’s Got Talent event will be held at the school for the first STAFF: Almost 100 dedicated members of staff work time, giving at the school (l-r) Reception and Nursery teacher, Mr children from Salik Miah; Headteacher, Ms Sarah Rutty and Deputy every year group Head, Mr Chris Florey the chance to showcase their anything, talents; whatever they may be. Auditions begin in January 2014, from singing, dancing, jokes with the final show being held in anything at all. “It is something which will help March. The initiative is the latest of a number of extra-curricular build up the independence and events the school hosts throughout self-esteem of our children and the year and Reception and hopefully help them improve on Nursery teacher, Salik Miah, their own skills, with the aid of our believes it will give pupils the fantastic teaching team.” If anybody would like to get chance to build up their own selfinvolved with Bankside’s Got confidence. He said: “We have never done Talent or could donate a prize anything like this so it is very please contact the school on 0113 exciting really. It is open to 336 8383.

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Wakefield Council is launching a competition to give residents the opportunity to win a free adult education course for them and a friend. The lucky winner will have a variety of courses to choose from, based at venues across the district. The course may improve their job prospects, enable a change in career or develop into a new hobby or interest. Cllr Pat Garbutt, Wakefield Council’s cabinet member for Adults and Health, said: “We have a wide range of courses for adults, based at venues across the district, so this is a great opportunity to try your hand at a new skill.” Competition entry forms can be downloaded from www.wakefield.gov.uk/adulteducation or by emailing dhayes@wakefield.gov.uk

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Site saved…for now A group of campaigners were celebrating last week after a decision was finally reached on appeal against the their development of new housing in the Hyde Park area of Leeds. The Hyde Park Olympic Legacy group had been protesting against the plans, which would have seen one of the final green spaces in the Leeds6 Postcode destroyed. At the Plans Panel hearing on Thursday 5th December, officials announced the decision to reject the development proposals. It is now widely regarded that the constructors will appeal, with a hearing to be held once again within 20 weeks. Walshaw, Labour Neil Councillor for the Headingley Ward, has been a crucial member of the campaigning team from the start and was relieved to hear the decision. after the Speaking announcement was made at the Plans Panel, he said: “It is of course good news but it is not the end of the matter. “Thankfully, when the time came the panel looked to the future and noticed what would be best for the area, whilst the developers and officers were only looking backwards and using out-of-date strategies.

CAMPAIGNERS: Hyde Park Olympic Legacy group protest outside the former Leeds HQ of Sport England at Minerva House, East Parade

‘We’ve won the battle, but the war is far from over’ “There will, no doubt, be appeals launched against the verdict but we thankfully got the result we wanted and can now celebrate a little victory. We may have won the battle but the war is far from over.” The decision came just two days after a protest outside the old Sport England HQ in Leeds, whereby opposing residents handed out leaflets and information. The leading body for promoting

sport throughout England, refused to back the appeal despite it eliminating the only ‘green space’ in the densely built-up area, suggesting that facilities at Alwoodley, five miles away, were a suitable alternative for residents. Sue Buckle is one resident who has been campaigning against the development from the start and reiterated Mr Walshaw’s viewpoint. She said: “It is not the end but it

is good news nonetheless. Everybody should be proud of what we have achieved and happy for now that the correct decision has been made. England’s mission “Sport statement talks about making sport accessible for everybody yet just contradict themselves with the allowance of the housing development. Thankfully, the Plans Panel had a different view.”

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‘Intouch’ with the homeless By Ashley Grint ashley@asianexpress.co.uk

A charity which aims to bring warmth and nutrition to the less fortunate in Bradford, continue to serve up hundreds of meals every week, ‘rain or shine’. The Intouch Foundation was launched last year as a way of providing much needed nutrition to Bradford’s homeless population, and anybody who may be struggling financially. Starting off with just a husband and wife team, the group now sees up to a hundred volunteers help out with

HELP: Volunteers gather in Bradford City Centre every Monday evening to provide food and drink to the area’s most vulnerable

Charity brings food and drink to the streets of Bradford serving the food and drink across the Bradford district. Over the past 12 months, the operation has expanded from one Monday evening a week in the city centre, to cater for two more events, held on Wednesday evenings in Shipley - 6pm to 7pm, and Keighley – 7.30pm to 8.30pm. Completely run by volunteers, Intouch has become a vital lifeline for society’s most vulnerable and as the cold nights draw in, the warm meals and hot drinks are needed now more than ever. Founder and board member, Osman Gondal, explained how the charity’s inclusive nature has helped ensure the city’s ‘less fortunate’ don’t go hungry and reassures people that the team will be on hand, no matter the weather. “The main thing about Intouch is that it is open to everybody regardless of their backgrounds or current living situation,” he said. “Anybody can come down, whether they are homeless, struggling to find money for food or just want to chat. “At this time of year in particular, many low income households may have to decide what is more important, the

food bill or the gas and electricity, and unfortunately when the days and nights get colder, people go hungry. “We set up here to prevent this and provide nutritious meals and hot drinks like tea and coffee. People are welcome to have as many drinks as they like when they come down, and often it takes two or three cups of tea or coffee before you can even replenish your heat.” All hot food is prepared by a professional catering company, with nutritious dishes such as Chicken Biryani, on the menu, to provide a valued source of protein. “We bring the food to the people,” Mr Gondal added. “Rather than having a base somewhere in a corner of Bradford we jump into the van, which was also donated, and park up in the city centre to make us accessible to everybody.” The Intouch Foundation is completely funded by donations and always needs backing to cater for the hundreds of users across Bradford. If you would like to become a sponsor of the not-for-profit organisation, please contact Osman Gondal at info@intouchfoundation.co.uk for more information.

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The powerful House of Commons Public Accounts Committee will be investigating the lack of oversight by the Department of Education that created the conditions for fraud at the Kings Science Academy (KSA) in Bradford. An internal audit at the free school highlighted large sums of missing money and allegations of mismanagement, and possible

fraud, including fabricated invoices in order to claim thousands of pounds of public money. Kings Science Academy was one of the first free schools approved by the Department for Education (DfE), and opened in September 2011, as a science-focused secondary school for up to 800 pupils between ages 11 and 16. It moved to a new £10m building in the Lidget Green area last year. Bradford MP, David Ward met with Rt Hon Margaret Hodge MP, Chair of the House of Commons Public Accounts Committee,

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earlier this week to discuss the committee to further scrutinise recent revelations that fraud Civil Servants at the DfE over occurred at the Kings Science their lacklustre oversight of Kings Academy. Science Academy. David also raised the possibility Commenting David Ward MP of whether the Public Accounts said: “I welcome the news that Committee would undertake an Margaret Hodge MP and the investigation into the wider Public Accounts Committee are concerns that the DfE lacked showing leadership and fundamental oversight over the undertaking an investigation into free school programme. an ideological pet project that has At the meeting, Margaret Hodge neither shown value for money nor MP confirmed that the National proof that it raises educational Audit Office are aware of the attainment. “What happened at Kings background of events at Kings Science Academy and will be Science Academy raises some very publishing a report into the worrying questions about the establishment of the Free School whole Free Schools programme not only about how efficiently programme in December. The report will also consider the public money is used but how current DfE’s arrangements for millionaires making a profit is overseeing the financial and sanctioned and how those running academic performance of open a school can defraud, free of the Free Schools. knowledge that no action will be The House of Commons Public taken.” Accounts Committee will then be holding an oral session in “I welcome the news January next year. This session will also that Margaret Hodge M discuss this report which will also be used as an and the Public Accoun P ts opportunity for the

Powerful Commons Committee to investigate fraud at Kings Science Academy

Committee are showing leadership and undertaking an investigation into an ideological pet projec that has neither show t n value for money nor proof that it raises educational attainmen t.”

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The appearance of a female Muslim character in a comic book is being celebrated, but she is not going to end Islamophobia

Why can’t Spiderman convert to Islam? ignorance." I wish these commentators were right, but sadly, I think they are overlooking some finer points of There's a strong current of Kamala's character that may suggest Islamophobia gushing through our era. she is part of the problem rather than In various places, Muslims are still the solution. A Muslim shapeshifter perceived as causing problems with their alleged insistence on being From the limited information we different. have about Kamala, we know that she is From Canada, to the UK, to Burma, a 16-year-old "shapeshifter", who and beyond, there are intense debates comes from a conservative and today that construct Muslims as a restrictive family. troublesome "race" who need to be She apparently struggles with an contained. identity crisis between her Muslim and So when I heard about a new American identities. superhero that is going to eradicate this This loose characterisation does not globalised Islamophobia, I was excited. sound like a refreshing portrayal of a Commentators have celebrated Muslim character to me, but in fact, is Marvel's new Muslim superhero, consistent with typical outdated Kamala Khan (aka Ms Marvel), as a stereotypes of Muslims. refreshing example of a strong Muslim In particular, the idea that Muslim woman who will normalise Muslim women are trapped by family, tradition identity. and Muslim men is an old orientalist Some even went as far as saying that trope that is still projected onto Muslim Khan is "a much needed counter to communities today. Islamophobia in show business" and It is the same logic that has been used that "Marvel's work is a watershed to justify the criminalisation of Muslim moment in breaking down fear and clothing and the invasion of Muslim

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“Emphasising Kamala’s identity crisis suggests that being an American Muslim is always a difficult undertaking,” writes the author

anyone else does. Emphasising Kamala's identity crisis, her struggle between her heritage and her environment, and her desire to find stability suggests that being an American Muslim is always a difficult undertaking. It needn't Malala and Kamala sound similar? be, and we needn't insist that In this respect, it may not be American Muslims must always a coincidence that Kamala be overwhelmed with internal rhymes with Malala, as both of tension. Manipulative? their stories may give the I may be reading too much impression that Muslim women need saving from Muslim men. into this but I also find superpower The question that has been Kamala's asked about Malala, may fairly significant. Her ability to "shapeshift" be asked about Kamala as well: ‘Is she really an empowered brings to mind the common Muslim woman or is she an Islamophobic accusation that appropriated tool whose Muslims routinely practice narrative coalesces with the taqqiya where they deliberately portrayal of Muslim men's conceal their true beliefs for the ruthless domination needing to sake of sinister plots. Shapeshifting is cunning and be curbed?’ It will be interesting to see manipulative, just as orientalists what role Kamala's white male imagined Arabs to be and just friend "Bruno" plays in respect as far-right Islamophobes like to to this. It would be tragic if he is imagine all Muslims are today. As Jews were once the one who Kamala feels safe to confide in, or who helps represented in the past as liberate her, or who gains an selfishly infiltrating society, intimate relationship with her, Muslims today are also likely to because all of these correspond be considered as stealthily with racist imaginings of how introducing Sharia into society. the hierarchical relationship And what better way to justify between white men and brown this than by claiming Muslims, as shapeshifters, alternate their women should be. persona to dupe unsuspecting Identity crisis Kamala's identity crisis liberals. Fighting Isamophobia with comics? bothers me as well. Islamophobia is not about to Jews, Blacks and Muslims have all been told that surely disappear, and suggesting it will they cannot reconcile a because of the appearance of a "Western" identity with their Muslim character in a comic ethnicity, race or religion. book, does a disservice to those Surely, the clash of civilisations who confront it in all its manifests in their personalities seriousness in their everyday and they are troubled, if not lives. I am not suggesting that schizophrenic. For me, this identity crisis is Marvel intends to promote over-theorised by academics, Islamophobia. In fact, Marvel politicians and journalists, expresses an unequivocal desire because in the real world, to be anti-racist on their minorities find it quite easy to website, and at the same place adapt, integrate and just get on also provide a surprisingly with their lives. At most, they honest dissection of some of the face just as many tricky prejudicial mistakes they've questions about their identity as made in the past.

countries. Her ability to "shapeshift" brings to mind the common Islamophobic accusation that Muslims routinely practice taqqiya where they deliberately conceal their true beliefs for the sake of sinister plots.

Now even though two Muslims have created Kamala, I wonder if such mistakes are being made, because being a Muslim does not mean you are immune to internalising dominant views of your group, even if they are Islamophobic. If a cartoon character was to do anything about challenging Islamophobia, it would be one whose Muslim identity is there but is insignificant - just a takenfor-granted part of their life. Or it would be one who comfortably practises Islam without it being a burden. In this regard, I would be more excited about Kamala if she was a superhero who just happened to be a Muslim, or if she wore a headscarf without it being an issue. There's still hope for Kamala as her story is yet to be written, and it would be wonderful if Kamala did undermine Islamophobia, but I expect she will be no different than the many other Muslim comic book characters that have existed in the past, who come and go, usually unwittingly reinforcing simplistic stereotypes about Muslims. I, therefore, won't be making bold claims that "Marvel is taking powerful steps… to help end Islamophobia" until Spiderman converts to Islam! Of course, that will never happen because it would be devastating for business.

Let's be clear

Marvel's new character is more realistically about identifying a niche in an evergrowing Muslim market rather than the beginning of an equality campaign. Yet even if it was a deliberate attempt to tackle Islamophobia, comics will never be able to end Islamophobia because too few people read them. They are also competing with many other voices that still strongly stigmatise Muslims in a context of well-entrenched Islamophobia that has existed for centuries. I hate to be so pessimistic but Islamophobia is not about to disappear, and suggesting it will because of the appearance of a Muslim character in a comic book, does a disservice to those who confront it in all its seriousness in their everyday lives. The appearance of Muslim characters in film, TV, music or cartoons can be a good thing, but only if they are portrayed in ways that do not reinforce stereotypes about Muslims as uniquely problematic. I'm not sure that Kamala Khan does this, as many hope she will.

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BLESSED: Tair Bashir was playing football with his friends when he suffered a cardiac arrest on the pitch. It was the quick thinking and actions of his teammates which ultimately saved his life

Football mates perform CPR after man suffers heart attack

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premises. For more than 20 agonizing minutes doctors Amir Afzal, of Duke Street Medical Centre, and Mehrban Ghani, of White Rose decided to quit five minutes Medical Practice, heroically sooner, I don’t know what would performed CPR non-stop on their have happened and I may not be friend whilst fellow GP, Ashrif here now.” Akram, held the head of Mr The three doctors began CPR Bashir. on their friend within 30 seconds When paramedics finally of him collapsing, whilst a fellow arrived, the doctors continued to medical professional from the assist with the wellbeing of Mr adjoining pitch (named Kia) Bashir, and finally, after IV drugs arrived to offer his help as well. and a couple of shocks with the It was a team effort which defibrillator, Mr Bashir’s heart ultimately saved Mr Bashir’s life began beating once more. and a ‘never give up’ attitude He was then taken to Northern according to the teammates. General Hospital A&E where it “We are obviously trained for was diagnosed that he had situations which involve CPR so suffered a heart attack and we were quite fortunate to have subsequently underwent an basically four doctors on the emergency coronary angiogram scene as soon as Tair’s head and a stent was inserted. dropped,” Dr Afzal said. Now, the Rotherham man, is sat “Mehrban and I took it in turns recovering in the Chesterman to perform CPR as it is quite Ward of the hospital. Mr Bashir exhausting to be honest. has paid tribute to his friends who “It involves 60 strong presses a ‘did not give up’ on him, and minute, and we knew we were recalled the moment he woke up doing it right because we in hospital. managed to crack a He said: “I just remember it couple of ribs being Friday evening playing which shows they football with my friends as usual. I were effective was running around and then compressions. It started feeling unwell so went for seemed like an age a sit down and to get a sip of before water, and that is really my last recollection. “The next thing I remember was waking up here and seeing my wife, mother and father, I thought this is serious, something is definitely not right. “In our religion we believe everything that happens is from God and that everything is meant to be, but from a personal perspective I owe these people here my life. “If these guys hadn’t exerted the LIFE-SAVERS: (l-r) Tair Bashir, with Dr Amir efforts that they Afzal and Dr Mehrban Ghani, who performed did, if they had CPR for more than 20 minutes on the pitch

the paramedics arrived but we just never stopped. “Everybody deserves credit for playing their crucial part. Samir (Afzal) guided the ambulance in and sprinted with the medical bag which saved a vital 30 seconds whilst the fact that nobody crowded over us helped tremendously.” Dr Ghani and Dr Afzal now want to ensure incidents like this do not happen again by ensuring people are up to date with medical practices and visit their GPs, and crucially follow their advice, on a regular basis. “CPR classes are so readily available now that everybody has access to learn these skills,” Dr Mehbran said. “If you find yourself in a situation doing CPR, please remember, when you are doing the compressions just don’t give up. No matter how long it takes for the ambulance to arrive or a defibrillator, just keep going because it could save a life.”

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Pupils from a Bradford Primary school got a closer look at their soon-to-be new home earlier this week, as children and teachers alike partook in a special tree planting ceremony. Rainbow Primary School will finally receive the keys to the Nelson Street establishment next week, from builders Kier Northern, as the finishing touches are applied to the school. The young tree, planted on

Tuesday 3rd December, completed the landscaping aspect of the £4million development which will see the children and staff moved from their current premises on Manningham Lane. Deputy Lord Mayor of Bradford, Cllr Joanne Dodds, was on hand to help with the planting ceremony, whilst also having the special privilege of having an early look at the almost-finished site. Children from the school’s

Council assisted Cllr Dodds and also got a sneak peak at the premises which will cater for 170 pupils in the near-future. Amjad Pervez, Chair of the Rainbow Schools’ Trust, said: “Planting a tree is a very symbolic act. It demonstrates the great hope we have for this school and these children. We have planted mature trees in the landscaping on the new site, and they

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will grow and flourish as the Rainbow Free School does. “This generation, and their children and grandchildren will be able to enjoy the beauty and hope they represent.” The move will bring the children close to the heart of the city centre on a convenient, flat site with its own sports field. The 40-year-old fire brigade HQ has been demolished to make way for a twostorey building with an inspirational

prism-shaped room at its heart where children can meet, sit, and chat. Rainbow Primary is open to all pupils ‘regardless of ethnicity, social background or faith’, and literacy, numeracy and cohesion are high on its curriculum, with no class larger than 25 children. In its latest Ofsted report, the school was rated as ‘Good’ and has been hailed as a ‘flagship free school’ by Secretary of State for Education, Michael Gove.

SCHOOL: Rainbow Primary School plant a tree marking the completion of their new building in Bradford, pictured with Deputy Lord Mayor Joanne Dodds

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‘Glowing’ Ofsted report PROUD: Head teacher Bob Curran

EDUCATION: Almost 500 pupils attend the Bradford school from reception to Year 6

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A local Bradford primary school has been praised for its ‘sharp improvement in pupil’s achievement’ following the latest Ofsted report. St Matthews CE primary school, was commended by inspectors who once again awarded the school a rating of ‘Good’ for the second assessment in a row. The inspection team found that the overall effectiveness, achievement of pupils, quality of teaching, behaviour and safety of pupils and leadership and management were all good. Special praise was given to the headteacher Bob Curran, for taking ‘decisive steps to improve teaching, particularly in mathematics’. Mr Curran took over as headteacher in January 2011 and implemented a number of changes at the school with the results hugely positive. In terms of the progression of children, the school moved from the lowest 30 per cent in the country in 2011, to the top 15 per cent this year. In maths in particular, the school was previously in the bottom quarter of schools in the country, yet now, St Matthews is proud to boast itself in the top 12 per cent nationwide. Speaking after receiving the award, Mr Curran praised all the staff and pupils for their hard work over the past three years and explained his delight at being awarded yet another ‘Good’ Ofsted result. “It has been absolutely fantastic here,” he said. “I am thankful to be able to work with some great adults but working with

St Matthews continue to register remarkable improvements the children in particular is such a privilege and they are always able to make my day better. “When the Ofsted officials payed us a visit we were confident to be honest because we have put in a lot of hard work for the past three years. Thankfully Ofsted noticed this and supported our judgement that we are a very good school. “Our challenge now is to try and keep it that way. We now have two ‘Good’ inspections in a row despite a different framework and Ofsted have said we have continued to raise the bar.” He added: “It is like an endorsement of everybody’s

hard work and then of course there is always that small sense of relief.” The two-form entry educational establishment currently has 500 pupils from reception through to Year 6 and is proud to be a community school. All faiths and religions are represented by the student body who, between them, helped raise more them £3,500 for charities in the last academic year. Events are commonly held at the school, including evening classes, such as mathematics, ICT and CV building, for people of all ages, as well as extracurricular activities.

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Young people in Calderdale will soon benefit from great new skate park facilities, if plans for new wheels parks in Todmorden and Brighouse, are approved by Calderdale Council’s Cabinet. On Monday 9th December, Cabinet will consider proposals regarding the upkeep of the skate parks in Centre Vale Park, Todmorden, and Wellholme Park, Brighouse. The facilities are very well used at both sites, and because of this popularity, the equipment is in need of refurbishment. Members will discuss plans for each site that could see 25 year leases being granted to Todmorden Town Council and Build a Better Brighouse (3B’s) who would be able to seek grant funding for the project.

Small Business Saturday

Wakefield Council is joining a growing number of local authorities coming together to help and celebrate small businesses. Small Business Saturday takes place on the 7th December, the busiest shopping day of the year and hopes to encourage shoppers to support local small businesses. To coincide with this the Council are holding the Wakefield Enterprise Show. This aims to provide free business advice for anyone thinking of starting a business or anyone who needs a bit of extra help and advice improving their small business.

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Life after Omar After it seemed normality was finally returning to Bradford Bulls, a new financial crisis has hit the club which is likely to impact both on-field and off-field staff. Officials insist the club is not on the brink of going back into administration, yet do accept that there is a considerable sum of money that needs to be raised over the next 12 months. The Bulls' new board of directors told a fans' forum that the club's finances are worse than they were led to believe and that they have ‘unearthed information which has proved detrimental to the stability of the club’. Chairman Mark Moore and fellow directors Andrew Calvert and Ian Watt, who took control six weeks ago from previous owner Omar Khan, warned that cutbacks will have to be made and that players may need to be sold as they look to shed £400,000 from their outgoings over the next 12 months. Bradford went into administration in June 2012 with debts thought to be around £1.5million but were saved by local businessman Khan and MP Gerry Sutcliffe. The new directors, recently ratified by the Rugby Football League, told fans they recently discovered fresh loans that had been taken out against the club and revealed that concerts staged last year to raise funds are estimated to have lost £100,000. A club official said: “The last

administrative team struggled to understand the full impact of running this club and stepped away from the business with large outstanding debts, which the Bulls are now recovering from.” The directors say their predecessors gave head coach Francis Cummins an unrealistic playing and backroom budget and, as a result, they will now be forced to implement tough cost-cutting measures. “This is likely to mean staff redundancies, across a range of departments, as well as budget reductions,” the official added. “Areas of the business have been allowed to dangerously overspend and this is now going to have an obvious impact on the club. “Season ticket sales are vastly down on forecasted projections and, like last season, the club will again receive half of its allocated central funding due to the agreement made between the Super League and the former board at the time of initial purchase. “As a club we are left with no choice but to make difficult decisions in a bid to streamline the business. “Our incomings simply do not match our current outgoings, so over the next few days we have to make tough decisions on every business unit in the club. “The goal for next year is now to survive, compete and win back the trust of supporters and previous sponsors, while looking forward to receiving our full allocation of central funding ahead of 2015.”

BULLS: Bradford Bulls former owner, Omar Khan, stepped down from his position earlier this year after saving the club in 2012

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Funding for the holidays

Local voluntary and community groups are being urged not to miss out on funding to provide free holiday activities for children and young people aged between 8 and 19, rising to 25 for disabled people. The deadline to apply for a share of the funding is fast approaching; applications must be received by 12 noon on Friday 17th January, 2014. Just over £56,000 has been allocated to the Young People’s 2014 Easter and Spring Holiday Activity Programme; engaging local young people in sports, recreation, adventure activities, green projects and the arts. Around one quarter of the money is specifically for short break activities which provide positive life experiences for disabled children and young people, as well as a break for their parents and carers.

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City of York Council’s Children’s Centres have been chosen to trial a new NSPCC film to help parents’ cope with their children crying. The NSPCC has created a powerful new film to help parents care for a crying baby and cope with the stresses of sleeplessness and crying. The film has been designed to support parents and reduce the risk of them losing their temper and harming their baby. It is based on a similar programme in America which reduced the number of babies who suffered from non-accidental head injuries by nearly half. The Children’s Centres’ team will be rolling out the film to new parents and parents-to-be in the New Year.

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Pat Chapman’s Good Curry Guide

Curry By Ashley Grint ashley@asianexpress.co.uk

RESTAURANT: Azram’s Sheesh Mahal owner, Azram Chaudhry, receives his award for the top West Yorkshire restaurant from Good Curry Guide founder, Pat Chapman AWARD: (above) Hansa’s Restaurant received a ‘Royal’ reception at the awards dinner (l-r) Good Curry Guide founder, Pat Chapman; Hansa’s, Kishor Dabhi; Leeds Lady Mayoress and Lord Mayor, Edna and Tom Murray; Hansa Dabhi, owner of Hansa’s; and West Yorkshire High Sheriff Virginia Lloyd

Two local restaurants in Leeds have been named within the ‘Top 16’ of the country by a prestigious Curry Guide. Hansa’s Vegetarian restaurant, on North Street, Leeds, and Azram’s Sheesh Mahal, on Kirkstall Road, were both recognised by Pat Chapman’s Cobra Good Curry Guide for their outstanding food and service. Azram’s has been in the heart of Leeds for more than 20 years and has seen thousands of customers pass through the doors. On Tuesday 2nd December it was awarded the ‘Best West Yorkshire Restaurant’ accolade in front of invited guests, including customers from the 20plus group - diners who have been visiting the restaurant for more than two decades. Azram Chaudhry, owner of Azram’s Sheesh Mahal, said he was ‘happy’ to receive the award but insists there is more to life than ‘a piece of paper’. “A piece of paper is a simple way to say we love you and your food,” he said. “Of course it is nice to know you are doing something right in the eyes of others but for me it is all about my diners. “They are my extended family and there is nothing more that I cherish.” Hansa’s Gujarati restaurant also scooped a

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Royalty top award for the ‘Best Indian Vegetarian Restaurant in the UK’. A similar presentation event was held at the establishment on Wednesday 3rd December, during the day, whilst an evening reception was also staged with more than 100 attendees. Speaking after receiving the award, owner, Hansa Dabhi said: “Being nominated the Best Indian Vegetarian Restaurants in the UK is the icing on top of my Christmas Cake. “To receive such an accolade from such a prestigious food guide is what every restaurateur dreams of.” Pat Chapman, founder of the Good Curry Guide, explained what it meant for a restaurant to receive such an award and praised both dining hotspots for their ‘fantastic setups’. “I have been doing this guide since 1984 yet it is the public’s opinions and reviews which ultimately decide who the top restaurants are,” Mr Chapman said. “For both Azram’s and Hansa’s to be included in the Top 16 in the country is not only great for them but also the city. “It is great to be giving these awards to the two deserved recipients.”

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160,000 patients across Greater Huddersfield are set to benefit from Saturday surgery opening as GPs step in to help ease the predicted winter pressure on NHS out of hours services and hospital A&E departments. Starting on the 7th December, more than half of the 41 GP surgeries, which are members of NHS Greater Huddersfield Clinical Commissioning Group, will have a doctor available to support patients needing urgent medical advice or urgent repeat prescriptions. The surgery phone lines will be open between 9am and 12.30pm on Saturdays. The scheme is intended only for urgent cases only and patients will not be able to book routine checkups etc.

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A by-election held last week in Horbury and South Ossett ward of Wakefield Council resulted in Labour holding the seat. The by-election follows the death in October of the district’s Mayor Cllr Brian Holmes, who represented the ward for Labour. The new ward councillor is Councillor Rory Bickerton, who took the seat with a majority of 205 votes. He joins ward councillors, Cllr Janet Holmes, now Mayor of Wakefield following the loss of her husband, and Cllr Jack Hemingway. They also both hold seats for Labour.

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UK: Nine million in severe debt By Anush Ansari anush@asianexpress.co.uk

Fewer than 20 per cent of the nine million people trapped in a severe debt spiral are getting any help to break free, according to a shocking study by a Government-backed body. Research by the Money Advice Service (MAS) found 8.8 million people are "overindebted", meaning they have fallen at least three months behind with their bills in the last six months or they feel their debts are a heavy burden. But just 17 per cent of this group said they were getting advice to help them deal with their debt, while around 40 per cent said they did not feel able to talk to their creditors and 44 per cent did not know where to turn for help. The research, from more than 5,000 people, found 21 per cent

of those classed as overindebted, equating to 1.8 million people across the UK, did not recognise that they had a problem. A further 11 per cent were not concerned about being in debt, the Indebted Lives study concluded. Just 12 per cent of overindebted people said they were thinking about trying to get help soon and Citizen's Advice said too many people were in denial on debt - or too ashamed to deal with it. Around two-fifths of adults in these areas were struggling with debt, according to the research. At the other end of the scale, Richmond upon Thames in southwest London had just 1.2 per cent of its population struggling with debt. The study said 75 per cent of those with severe debt problems were under 45 years old and nearly two-thirds of them were

women, while 48 per cent had to forego basic necessities. The MAS, which is an independent body set up by Government and funded by the financial services industry, offers free money advice and has statutory responsibility for coordinating debt advice in the UK. MAS Chief executive Caroline Rookes said: "Millions of people could escape their spiral of debt by accessing free advice. "However, this study presents us with a fundamental challenge: the majority of people with debt difficulties do not seek advice. "This is the first time we've had such a detailed understanding of the complexity of their lives. So now, armed with greater insights, we will work with advice agencies, creditors and public bodies to help as many people as possible access free, high-quality, debt advice."

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Beauty Top Tips Dry Skin

Dry skin is a very common problem that afflicts almost everyone especially in the winter months when the moisture of our skin is very minimum. This makes our face appear dull and dry. There are a number of things you can use to treat this problem. Just as we need protection, our skin needs care as well. The kind of care that our skin needs is determined by the type of skin we have. There are four types of skin - normal, oily, dry and sensitive and each type of skin has its own complications. Having a dry skin means experiencing tightness due to lack of moisture and a need for a proper lubricant to rehydrate it. Many home remedies can help improve your dry flaky skin on your face. You can try a number of home-made simple face packs too which can help really well. The best one is the lemon pack. The lemon pack is stunningly effective and it is simple to make. Here is how you make it: Mix one tea spoon of lemon juice, half a spoon of honey and a few drops of almond. Mix and stir these well. Dip a cotton bud and apply all over the face. Leave for 15 minutes and then wash away. Voila you get a great glowing skin!

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Leeds Lord Mayor Tom Murray and school children from Ireland Wood Primary school launched a very special Leeds Birthday card competition last week in celebration of an important milestone. February 2014 marks 10 years of Leeds’ status as a Fairtrade City and all Leeds school children are invited to design a Birthday card to celebrate this great achievement. The winner will see their design produced into a real card which will be sent out to people across the city to mark the celebratory event. “In 2004 Leeds worked very hard to involve the Council, Businesses, Faith Groups and Schools to attain Fairtrade City Status,” said Fairtrade Leeds Chair Hannah Langdana. “This is a great opportunity to celebrate everyone’s hard work and remember how we are making a real difference to millions of people in the developing world who are getting a fair deal for their hard work.” Birthday party celebrations planned include a ‘Fairtrade Bake off’ for interested adults and cafes, a Tshirt design competition for youth groups and of course a Birthday Party, with a special Fairtrade banana

farmer, at the Civic Hall on the 7th March 2014. All funded thanks to The Cooperative and the EU. “The Council is very committed to

Fairtrade and we look forward to seeing all the Birthday card entries and tasting all that Fairtrade cake,” said the Lord Mayor.

CELEBRATIONS: Leeds Lord Mayor Tom Murray, with children from Ireland Wood Primary School launch card competition

To enter the Birthday Card competition, please email Hannah@leedsdec.org.uk or see www.leedsdec.org.uk/promotion/FT%20Leedsbday.pdf - before the 31st December 2013.

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The Islamic Bank of Britain plc has widened its range of Sharia-compliant ‘Buy to Let Purchase Plans’ (BTLPP) by launching two new fixed rental rate deals. Other product features include a no early settlement charge for clearing the finance in full early, even during a fixed rental rate period. Commenting on the new deals, Imran Pasha, Head of Sales and Service, Islamic Bank of Britain said: “IBB’s fixed rental rate BTLPPs are ideal for landlords looking to fix their outgoings over the next two years.

Landlords of all faiths can now access Sharia compliant and ethical rental property finance with deposits of 25% and 35%

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1. 25% deposit (75% finance to value) a) Fixed rental* rate BTLPP at 5.09%**, fixed until 31 December 2015 b) Payment consists of both acquisition and rent payments* 2. 35% deposit (65% finance to value) c) Fixed rental* rate BTLPP at 4.69%**, fixed until 31 December 2015 d) Payment can either be rent-only or acquisition and rent*

*The terms ‘rental rate’, ‘rent only’ and ‘acquisition and rent’ for the IBB BTLPP range do not refer to the rental agreement between the customer and the tenants occupying the property. Instead they refer to the payment arrangement between the customer and the Bank, which usually consists of two elements, i.e. an acquisition and a rent payment. See the explanation entitled ‘How does a BTLPP work?’ in the notes below for more details).

“The deals have been launched in response to growing demand for Sharia compliant finance as the Buy to Let market continues to enjoy a resurgence.” As a Sharia compliant product, IBB’s BTLPP differs from a mortgage where the customer borrows money from a lender, which is then repaid with interest. A BTLPP uses the Islamic finance principles of co-ownership (Diminishing Musharaka) with leasing (Ijara), where IBB and the customer buy the property as partners and the customer pays rent on IBB's share in the property. At the end of the term, when all acquisition payments have been

made and the finance has been settled, ownership of the property transfers fully to the customer. The main difference between a BTLPP and a conventional mortgage is that the lending/borrowing relationship does not exist. Instead, BTLPPs are based on co-ownership and lease agreements arranged using two separate principles of Islamic finance termed as the rental and acquisition elements. As an Islamic bank IBB does not use any interest-bearing products to finance customer’s homes. Instead it uses its own funds, or the savings deposits from its customers, all managed entirely in accordance with ethical and Sharia principles.

**At the end of the fixed period, rental rates will revert to the IBB Buy to Let Finance Rental Rate, which is currently 5.49% (Bank of England Base Rate (BBR) + 4.99%). This is the Bank’s revert rental rate. The IBB Buy to Let Finance Rental Rate is subject to quarterly rental reviews when the Bank will consider changes to its rental rate as well as changes to the Bank’s margin (currently 4.99%), though margin increases are capped at 2.00% above the margin that applied at the outset.

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This is the amount that the customer is paying to the Bank as rent on the Bank’s share of the property. This is in accordance with a lease (Ijara) agreement.

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This is the amount that the customer is paying to purchase a part of the Bank’s share in the property. This is in accordance with a coownership (Diminishing Musharaka) agreement. With every payment the customer’s equity in the property increases and the rental element decreases,

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People from all over Yorkshire gathered at the West Indian Centre in Leeds last week to find out more about a pioneering relationship programme. ‘Chat and Mingle’ was officially launched on Monday the 2nd December and is the first relationship website in the country which is targeted at members of the Black or Minority Ethnic (BME) community, who suffer from disabilities, and their carers. More than 50 people attended the launch event, held by director Mrs Debbani Ghosh, whereby the whole project was explained to prospective members, who also got a chance to meet people in similar positions as themselves. Mental health is often considered a somewhat taboo subject, yet recent statistics show that it is likely to affect one in four people throughout their lifetime. Debbani has managed the Association of Blind Asians for a

RELATIONSHIP: Debbani Ghosh founded ‘Chat and Mingle’ after being approached by a number of members from the Association of Blind Asians

number of years now and said that after listening to the requests of the group’s members, ‘Chat and Mingle’ was finally born. “I have been approached many times by members who feel

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ith a focus on warm and friendly staff and a strong local ethos, Pudsey Legal is ideally placed between Leeds and Bradford to provide a full range of services for your legal needs. Originally formed as Kayes Solicitors in 2003, they rebranded in 2012 as Pudsey Legal to become one of the regions first Alternative Business Structures – a new breed of law firm brought about by changes to the legal sector. Since launch, Pudsey Legal has earned a reputation for excellent customer service through their four key values. Pudsey Legal’s reputation was enhanced further earlier this year when, less than 12 months after launch, they were recognised as a ‘Highly Commended’ legal firm at both the national Modern Law Awards and the Leeds and Yorkshire Lawyer Awards. Pudsey Legal can help with many of your legal issues: Clear guidance: Pudsey Legal will explain the issues in clear, easy to follow steps Sensible pricing: Pudsey Legal offer free initial consultations, a range of fixed prices and flexible payment plans Caring professionals: Sympathetic yet professional

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No need to wait until September here’s no need to wait until September to enrol on a course at Bradford College. We have a wide range of full and part-time Further and Higher courses starting from 2014. Study at Bradford College in 2014 and you will benefit from our brand new £50m city centre, state-of-the-art campus, which will be opening its doors to students from September 2014. Bradford College offers one of the widest choices of career focussed Further Education courses whether you are a school leaver or an adult wanting to return to learn. We offer vocational and academic courses that are packed full with the skills and knowledge required by today’s employers. So, whether you want to go straight into employment or move on to Higher Education we can help you to find the right pathway. From January 2014 we have full and part-time Further Education courses in Business, Computing, Construction, Early Years, Health & Care, English, ESOL, Hospitality & Travel, Maths and Science. Our part-time ‘Courses in the Community’ are offered within our main city centre campus or at one of Bradford College’s centres across Bradford and the Wharfedale area. These courses are perfect

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he recent arrest of six men by the National Crime Agency over match fixing allegations has taken the football headlines from the back of the newspapers to the front pages. Ex-Premier League player Delroy Facey is the most notable of those alleged and his picture is being widely used in many press articles. So what are the legal implications for Delroy Facey? In Criminal proceedings Facey could be charged under the Bribery Act along with any of the following; money-laundering, fraud or conspiracy offences. The Bribery Act has a 10 year maximum custodial sentence and large fines at the discretion of the court. In Civil proceedings individuals would be subject to disciplinary procedures from their club and penalties could be sanctioned by the Football Association. If clubs were discovered to have played any part in an event of match-fixing they could be liable for all or a combination of the following; points-deductions, large fines, possible relegation and possible insolvency. If the match-fixing became a national scandal commercial partners and sponsors such as those who supported Lance Armstrong through his Tour de France seven victory reign would be queuing up to file their own law suits. So if we look at some recent examples of how players who have been caught match fixing have been dealt with. The Football Association suspended and fined four players for betting on the outcome of the match between Accrington Stanley and Bury in May 2008. James Harris of Accrington Stanley received the longest suspension, one year and fined £5k after the FA's Regulatory Commission delivered a guilty verdict that Harris had bet on his team’s match against Bury (Bury coming out 2-0 winners). So perhaps the deterrent does not outweigh the costs. The average salary

for a conference player is £500 a week, with this being their only income as 21 of the 24 clubs are now full-time professional the Telegraph’s Singaporean fixer has quoted players throwing a game for as little as £70k. So if we took the fine and suspension Harris suffered, his loss of earnings at the conference average would amount to £24k for the year put on top his fine of £5k his total loss would only be £29k. 29k is still less than 50% of the total haul he would have potentially received if the Telegraph’s whistleblower is to be believed. This is before you factor in the £2K he staked on his side to lose. Arguably the costs don’t outweigh the benefits. But it hasn’t always been like this has it? A former England centre-half by the name of Peter Swan had won 19 caps in a row and many including Jimmy Greaves say Swan would have been preferred in defence to England’s Jack Charlton in the 1966 World Cup winning side. Swan would be remembered as the most high profile name in what the People newspaper described as “The Biggest Sports Scandal of the Century”. Swan bet against his own team Sheffield Wednesday to lose away to Ipswich Town. He placed a £50 bet at odds of 2-1 that they would lose on the fateful day, 1st December 1962. The Bookmakers lost £35k on that match, Swan lost his career. Swan was given a four-month jail sentence for conspiracy to defraud and a life ban from football (The ban was eventually lifted in 1972 following lobbying from the MP Joe Ashton and Sir Matt Busby). The financial penalty was two weeks’ wages and Swan was ordered to pay £100 towards his legal costs ironically the same amount which he profited from the bet itself. Perhaps the threat of a life ban needs to be reinstated as the financial penalties alone are not deterring players from betting against their own team to lose?

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Idiots not terrorists Two men - dubbed “idiots not terrorists” - have been cleared of threatening to blow up a plane. Tayyab Subhani, 30, and Mohammed Safdar, 42, were arrested on 24th May after a Boeing 777 heading from Lahore, Pakistan, to Manchester, was forced to make an emergency landing at Stansted Airport in Essex. It had been claimed Mr Safdar, supported by Mr Subhani, had made threats to kill crew and passengers after an argument broke out with air stewards at 30,000 feet. But jurors at Chelmsford Crown Court were instructed to find the men, from Nelson in Lancashire, not guilty of endangering an aircraft. Judge Charles Gratwicke described the case as “tenuous and peppered with inconsistencies”. He added: “Under the circumstances no jury can properly convict these men.” Prosecutor Brian O'Neill said: “In light of the state of the evidence, it has been decided it is no longer appropriate to seek convictions in this case.” The Boeing 777 was forced to make an emergency landing at Stansted Airport A series of witnesses told the court that although the men had acted like idiots, they had not heard a bomb threat. In statements read outside court, both men said they were relieved that their ordeal was over, and they had cleared their names after wrongly being branded terrorists. Solicitor Raza Sakhi said: “This is a victory for Mr Safdar, his

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Christine Ohuruogo was named Sunday Times and Sky Sports Sportswoman of the Year last week during an awards ceremony in London. The 400m runner beat off ciompetition from a strong shortlist of competitors to clinch the award and joins the likes of Dame Tanni GreyThompson, Victoria Pendleton, and Jessica Ennis-Hill on the winners list. “It’s such a hard category, which is really great, it means we have women who are excelling and doing so much better than people expect us to do,” she said. “I am shocked but I am really happy now.” Ohuruogu was awarded an MBE in the wake of her gold medal success at the 2008 Olympics and became the first British woman to claim a second world title when she won the 400m final in Moscow this August.

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NOT TERRORISTS: Mohammed Safdar (left) and Tayyab Subhani (right) have been cleared

loved ones and those that knew he was innocent of the allegations he was facing.” The court heard that Pakistan International Airlines had released its own internal inquiry, which contradicted evidence given by its staff to police and in court, only when ordered to by the court. Barristers for both men said they did not blame the police or Crown Prosecution Service for the case being brought to court. Speaking for Mr Safdar, Mr Sakhi added: “Due to the misinformation supplied to the UK authorities by members of the crew of flight PK709, the UK was put to considerable expense. “Mr Safdar was wrongly vilified

EMERGENCY:The Boeing 777 was forced to make a landing at Stansted Airport

as a terrorist based on the same information. “Mr Safdar was separated from his family and remanded in custody for 73 days as a result of this misinformation.” Biant Bansai, speaking on behalf of Mr Subhani, said: “This case has collapsed after it became clear that witnesses against him had not told the truth. “This brings an end to six months of stress and anxiety for Mr Subhani and the cost to him and his family has been very high. “He’s delighted that his name has now been cleared and we will press for a full inquiry as to the conduct of Pakistan International Airlines in this case.”

Britain has called for stern action against Syrian president Bashar alAssad for the appalling human rights violations that have been carried out, with his consent. The United Nations for the first time on Monday directly named Syrian president Bashar al-Assad in being involved in serious war crimes, during the ongoing conflict in his country. UN human rights head Navi Pillay said that evidence had implicated the highest levels of the Syrian government in war crimes and crimes against humanity. Foreign Secretary William Hague reacted to the comments on Tuesday and said he endorses UN High Commissioner's comments on Assad's responsibility for regime's appalling human rights record.

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ethical benefits of inclusion, to create social progress through ashley@asianexpress.co.uk promoting the business case to diversity, utilising the Sporting Equals equality and diversity Sporting Equals CEO, Arun model: Inclusive Club. Kang, will be educating delegates Speaking before the meet, Mr on the effect of cultural differences on participation in sport, later this Kang said: “Clubs have been trying to address race and equality issues month at the ‘Gathering of All Leaders in Sport Forum’ in Doha. for some time, but they haven’t worked out how to do it effectively At the invite of the Emir of and to the advantage of the Qatar, Mr Kang hopes to take business. global sports leaders beyond the “Presently clubs respond to legal and issues by adjusting systems and procedures, but for a club to invest and fully commit to equality and diversity, it needs to see that this agenda will support its business development. “Sporting Equals can show them how to embed diversity within the culture of the organisation to their advantage.” Mr Kang will discuss the importance of empathy,

DIVERSITY: Sporting Equals CEO, Arun Kang, wants to see more done to ensure every sports club is inclusive

understanding, knowledge and commitment to assess and bring diversity into any sports organisation in order to increase participation and reduce prejudice. He will also go on to talk economics in his quest to move the global sports industry away from simple risk mitigation towards also chasing the positives that come from embracing diversity. Sporting Equals Ambassador, and Great Britain Hockey International, Darren Cheesman, will also partake in the speech and explained the issues he hopes to raise, saying: “Prejudices still exist and I have felt the effects throughout my career. As a young boy new into the sport, as a convert to Islam, and through 'banter' in the changing room, I have often felt I didn’t belong. “It’s vital to create a culture that welcomes difference and variety, whilst maintaining the standards

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that are required to ensure we are successful.” Mr Kang added: “Understanding and influencing the culture of the organisation and believing in the business case of diversity are paramount to the success of any equality measures and Inclusive Club embeds this principal at the heart of the model.” Inclusive Club is a model that takes sport beyond the legal and ethical benefits of inclusion, to identify the commercial benefits to each unique organisation. It supports organisations to gain the maximum business impact from being equal and diverse, as well as help to mitigate against risk. Mr Kang is hoping to persuade global sports leaders to take urgent and widespread action to create an inclusive and diverse culture within the global sports industry.

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A cricket bat signed by 32 Indian film legends including present day Bollywood heart throbs Ranveer Singh and Priyanka Chopra has sold for £7,500 in London. The bat was donated by BBC Asian Network presenter Tommy Sandhu and all proceeds from the sale of the lot was donated to the charity, Children in Need. It was part of the first major auction of vintage Bollywood memorabilia in the UK which ended in a massive success. Over 80 per cent of lots sold off achieving more than £100,000 in proceeds, with collectors from Australia, UK, Holland, India, Spain and the UAE watching 172 lots go under the hammer at Conferro Auctions inaugural sale in the iconic Mayfair hotel.

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Unknown stories of Indian soldiers' bravery and selfless sacrifice, highlighted through archival photographs and letters, will be exhibited at Sussex's Brighton Museum and Art Gallery next year to mark the 100th anniversary of the First World War. Officials said Royal Pavilion at the exhibition would provide a fascinating account of how the royal palace was transformed into a military hospital for wounded Indian soldiers serving on the western front. Heroics of Indian soldiers will be a highlighted as part of Brighton and Hove's WW1 centenary plans. Exhibition titled 'War Stories: Voices from the First World War' will commence on 12th July, 2014 and end on 1st March the following year. It would revolve around experiences of 12 people, whose personal stories reveal the impact of the war.

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Taxi drivers often pay higher insurance premiums because their vehicles are on the road for longer and they cover high mileages, making them more likely to be involved in an accident. This week, it was announced that taxi drivers may be set to reduce their insurance premiums by up to 20 per cent after installing ‘Smart Witness’ cameras (recognised by insurance group Markerstudy). Markerstudy said that they regularly encountered exaggerated and false claims against their taxi customers which were previously difficult to defend because of a lack of evidence. Now the cameras can protect drivers and enable a claim to be either defended or settled more quickly, getting the taxi driver back on the road working again as well as reducing their premium. Average premiums vary from area to area and from private to public hire but the camera has been instrumental in reducing accident frequency and claims costs so we’re able to pass these savings on to our clients by way of cheaper premiums. Smart Witness managing director Simon Marsh said: "The cost of installing our cameras is minimal considering the potential savings. “They have helped many of our customers to cut their insurance premiums and reduce their accident rates which helps to avoid costly excess payouts. “We know they help with problems drivers face from ‘cash for crash’ scams, in which fraudsters submit bogus injury and damage claims. “But above all else, our customers are delighted the cameras provide peace of mind everyday, knowing they have evidence to hand in the unlikely event of a crash and I think that's valuable in itself.” Taxi driver, Daren Lewis, 43, who owns four vehicles, said the devices

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ARIES March 21st - April 20th Your ruling planet Mars, continues to occupy your opposite sign for some time to come. Its influence will help you to maintain a high energy level and achieve positive results in anything that requires drive and initiative. If you are involved in a fairly competitive field of activity, you will be the one who comes out on top. TAURUS

April 21st - May 21th The Sun energizes your sector of change, transformation and regeneration. On a more practical level, you may be dealing with joint finances and shared resources now more than usual. You should also make sure that your tax affairs are in order. You are more willing than usual to explore and delve deeper into life's secrets and arrive at meaningful conclusions.

GEMINI May 22nd - June 21st You have everything to gain by following creative inclinations. If you have new ideas, now is the time to put them into practice. Whatever your present interests you are likely to find that new doors open and the way ahead offers increased scope for expressing your real self. A great time to meet and interact with people. CANCER June 22nd - July 22st The Sun transits your solar sixth house and highlights your health and also makes you take pride in your day to day work. Hence, you should enhance your skills, get organized and take up a health regime for your well-being. This transit highlights the need for efficiency and as such you should bring in the new and get rid of the old ideas that do not work. LEO July 23st - August 23rd You are exploring and searching now, making connections, and paying attention to your immediate environment. Socially you are very popular and your communications strengthen your connections. You will be busy with errands, paperwork, phone calls, and light socializing. Siblings, close relatives and friends may play an important role in your life during this period. VIRGO August 24th - September 23rd A blast of personal energy comes your way, and showing your leadership skills works for you now. Romance and pleasure are highlighted this week. The flowing, expressive, and spontaneous energy surrounding you attracts like-minded people. Be sure to take time to enjoy yourself, preferably around others! LIBRA September 24th - October 23rd Don't be afraid to act forcefully if your instinct tells you it's time for change. This week the focus is your house of family and home. Besides spending more time tending to domestic affairs, the focus can be on cultivating and nourishing your inner foundations, so to speak. SCORPIO October 24th - November 22nd Jupiter's transit in your Solar 9th house of travel and spirituality is good for widening your horizons. Business dealings, particularly longdistance ones and those involving publicity and promotion, are likely to be profitable now. SAGITTARIUS November 23rd - December 21st The flow of good energy this week makes you want to be responsible which can benefit you socially and personally. Financially, you have everything going for you. Be prudent and do not fritter away your good fortune. You should avoid using credit, simply because your spending habits may be excessive and impulsive. CAPRICORN December 22nd - January 20th There may be a certain amount of unfinished business to be dealt with. Therefore you will need to adopt a fairly flexible policy in order to accommodate the odd twists and turns of everyday life. There are planetary energies firing you up preventing you from sleeping properly. Give yourself plenty of physical outlets to calm you down mentally.

- which record the road ahead – could have saved him a “fortune” if he had installed them years ago. He hopes his current insurance bill will reduce from £1,400 per vehicle to £1,200. Across four vehicles this would be a total saving of £800 and more than 14 per cent. He said: “I am expecting my premium to go down. The cameras provide indisputable evidence in the case of a crash. “They give me peace of mind that if something happens, they are there to protect me. “Driving is my livelihood, I need to keep costs down and ensure I have the maximum protection available against false claims such as 'cash for crash'.”

Mr Lewis installed the cameras just over a year ago and said he had been delighted with their performance. “Just a few months ago, a pedestrian stepped out in front of me as I was driving around town,” he said. “Luckily just their pride was hurt but it made me think about the everyday risks I face on the roads. “I knew the camera was recording and it would have proved that the accident was not my fault.” He added that he wished he could have installed the cameras about five years ago, before one of his drivers had two accidents in quick succession.

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January 21st - February 19th This is a good time to cut back on extravagant spending and consolidate your finances. Your social calendar is likely to keep you very busy and you will have lots of opportunities to promote yourself. For some of you this is also a good time to meet like-minded people which could lead to romantic liaisons.

PISCES February 20th - March 20th More than any other time of the year, your focus is drawn to your career and standing in the society. This is the time when you are more interested in, and focused on, accomplishing something important. Contact with authority figures is more likely during this period. Recognition will come your way whether you ask for it or not, and the responsibility that goes with it.

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Murdered toddler plea MURDERED: Two-year-old Khaleel Hussain died at Birmingham Children's Hospital after suffering a serious head injury

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Detectives investigating the murder of a child appeal to people who knew him to come forward Detectives investigating the murder of a toddler have appealed for people who had contact with him to help them build up a picture of his life. Officers say they are keen to speak to further witnesses with information which could assist their inquiries into the death of two-year-old Khaleel Hussain. Khaleel, who lived in the city's Stoke area, died at Birmingham Children's Hospital on 22nd October after suffering a serious head injury. Although a post-mortem Birmingham Childrens Hospital

examination proved inconclusive, the boy's death is being treated as murder and a 21-year-old man and 25-year-old woman, arrested in connection with the investigation, remain on police bail. Detective Chief Inspector Dean Young, from the Coventry Police Public Protection Unit, said: "We are still trying to piece together exactly what happened before Khaleel suffered the injuries that ultimately led to his death. "As part of our ongoing inquiry, I am keen to speak to anyone who had contact

with him or his family during his very short life, particularly in the days and weeks before he died. "We have spoken to lots of people as part of the investigation so far, but I'm sure there are others out there who may have information that could help us and I would urge them to come forward." Anyone who can assist the investigation should contact the Public Protection Unit at Coventry Police on 101 or the Crimestoppers service anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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‘Just the first soldier we saw’ KILLED: Fusilier Lee Rigby was murdered in broad daylight earlier this year in a shocking attack in Woolwich

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One of the two men accused of killing Fusilier Lee Rigby in a savage attack in Woolwich earlier this year told a court that the drummer was targeted simply because ‘he was the soldier that we spotted first’. In a police interview played to jurors at the Old Bailey, Michael Adebolajo, said the 25-year-old soldier was not singled out, and seemingly attempted to justify his actions, calling the soldier a ‘fair target’ because people in the Army ‘know their lives are at risk’. He told officers that Fusilier Rigby was ‘like the non-Muslim version of myself’ and said the alleged murder was not a ‘personal vendetta’. The 28-year-old assailant added that he was not sure how the first blow commenced yet stated: “The most humane way to kill any

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The world was in mourning last week as Nelson Mandela, South Africa’s first black president and leader in the abolition of the country’s apartheid, passed away on Thursday evening. A global symbol of peace and equality, Mr Mandela spent 27 years behind bars for his political activities before finally being released in 1990. His tireless, peaceful efforts to rid the country of the white-minority ruling saw him awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1993 before taking his seat as President of his home

The icon who inspired the world country one year later. A crusader in the fight against racism, and an icon the world-over, Nelson Mandela will always be considered one of the most influential leaders in history. Announcing the news on South African national TV, President Jacob Zuma said Mr Mandela was at peace and paid tribute to the great life of his fellow countryman. “Our nation has lost its greatest son,” Mr Zuma said. “Although we knew that this day would come, nothing can diminish our sense of a

profound and enduring loss.” Flags flew at half mast throughout South Africa following his passing whilst a state funeral will occur on Sunday 15th December. Tributes continue to pour in from around the world for the one they called ‘Madiba’. His fellow campaigner against apartheid, Archbishop Desmond Tutu, spoke of his relationship with Mr Mandela, saying he was “not only an amazing gift to humankind, he made South Africans and Africans feel good about being who

we are. He made us walk tall. God be praised.” FW de Klerk was South Africa's last white president, and was the man who ordered the release of Mr Mandela in 1990. De Klerk called him a ‘unifier’ and said he had ‘a remarkable lack of bitterness’. He told the BBC that the former president’s greatest legacy “is that we are basically at peace with each other notwithstanding our great diversity, that we will be taking hands once again now around his death and around our common

sadness and mourning.” Britain’s Royal Family also paid their respect to the former South African leader, with the Prince of Wales saying: “He was a man of great humour and had a real zest for life. “With his passing, there will be an immense void not only in his family's lives, but also in those of all South Africans and the many others whose lives have been changed through his fight for peace, justice and freedom. “The world has lost an inspired leader and a great man. My family and I are profoundly saddened and our thoughts and prayers are with his family.”

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Indian developers buy landmark London building for £324M By Tanya Shah tanya@asianexpress.co.uk

The Mumbai-based company, Lodha Developers, have announced the acquisition of the landmark Macdonald House in central London, which houses the Canadian High Commission, for a whopping $530 million (£324.2 million). The acquisition marks the first foray of Lodha Group into the UK real estate market and is the third major asset purchase by the privately held firm in over the last 12 months. The company has also recently bought 17 acres of land in Mumbai from India's largest realty firm DLF. It also acquired Washington House property from the US government on Altamount Road in Mumbai. Canada's High Commissioner to the UK, Gordon Campbell has confirmed that legal contracts have been exchanged for the sale of 1 Grosvenor Square. "We thank Lodha Group for their keen interest and welcome this new phase in the project," Campbell said. "The acquisition of this marquee asset overlooking London's most renowned garden square, in the heart of Mayfair, and in close proximity to Bond Street and Mount Street is a great opportunity for our company," Lodha Group Managing Director Abhishek Lodha said. Commenting on the closure of the deal, Lodha Group Deputy Managing Director, Abhinandan Lodha, said the company plans to focus on Mumbai and London as the two main markets. Established in 1980, the Lodha Group is Mumbai's premier real estate developer. The Group is currently developing in excess of 35 million sq.ft. of prime real estate, with over 30 projects in and around Mumbai, from Napean Sea Road to Dombivali. The Group has further extended its promise of luxury living with successful projects in Hyderabad and Pune. The Lodha Group has several landmark developments to its credit, including World One Canadian High Commission in London

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North Korea is showing no signs of scaling back its fearsome labour camp system, with torture, starvation, rape and death a fact of life for tens of thousands of inmates, according to human rights group Amnesty International. The rights group released satellite images, purportedly showing evidence of expansion, including the construction of new housing blocks and production facilities, at two of the isolated regime's

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largest camps or ‘kwanliso’ - 15 and 16 used to hold political prisoners. “The gruesome reality of North Korea's continued investment in this vast network of repression has been exposed,” said Rajiv Narayan, Amnesty International’s East Asia Researcher. “We urge the authorities to immediately and unconditionally release all those prisoners of conscience held in political prison camps and close the camps immediately.”

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08703 608 606 the world's tallest residential tower, Lodha Bellissimo - the only Indian residential development to feature amongst the top 1000 landscapes in the world, and Palava – India's most livable city, spread over 4000 acres and located close to the upcoming Navi Mumbai international airport. The Group has also made history by recording the biggest land deal in India to date, buying a plot in Wadala for `4,053 crore, from the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA). The Group currently employs over 3,100 associates and provides site-based employment to over 25,000 workers. And going beyond its role as a premier real estate developer, the Lodha Group has been a socially responsible corporation, focusing on education as the best medium to enrich society.

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Bruce Lee jumpsuit sells for thousands

A yellow jumpsuit, worn by martial arts legend Bruce Lee in one of his final fight scenes, fetched $100,500 at auction on Thursday. The famous outfit was one of 14 items in a collection of the actor's personal belongings and props that went under the hammer in Hong Kong. The sale fetched a total of more than $258,000, double the auction house's estimate.

The costume, which features black stripes, was sold to an anonymous online bidder who purchased a total of six pieces. It's one of only two jumpsuits worn by Lee during filming of the movie, "Game of Death," and has inspired tributes in popular culture ranging from Quentin Tarantino's "Kill Bill" to the ninth video game in the "Grand Theft Auto" series.

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‘Targeted shootings’ prove fatal in Pakistan 13 people died over a three day period in Pakistan’s most populous city, whereby targeted shootings resulted in the death of five suspected Taliban activists. Five shootings were recorded in less

Sexist comments retracted

At a time when India is debating safety of women at workplace, Union minister Farooq Abdullah on Friday triggered a fresh row by saying that the situation is so bad that he is afraid of speaking to women these days. Referring to the recent indictment of former SC judge Justice AK Ganguly by the SC panel, Abdullah said: “These days, I am afraid of talking to women. In fact I don't even want to keep a woman secretary, God forbid, if there's a complaint against me and I end up in jail.”

On being asked if he is blaming women for the sudden spurt in crime against them, Abdullah said, “I am not blaming women, but the society.” “Such is the state of affairs today. I agree that incidents of rape have increased...but this has to stop somewhere,” he added. Abdullah was forced to retract his controversial statement within hours. “If I said something that hurt sentiments then I am sorry,” Abdullah said. “My comments were misconstrued.”

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than an hour on Tuesday 3rd December in Karachi, whilst eight more are believed to have commenced up until Thursday. Among those killed are two Moroccan students, at a religious seminar, and a

Shia scholar, with the attacks believed to be a retaliation. A senior police official told reporters, on condition of anonymity, that the killed included two people who had links with militant outfits and used to raise funds for them in the city. “One of them is Mushtaq Samand who was well-known for raising funds for Jihadi outfits and even contested the recent provincial assembly elections as an independent candidate,” he said. “All three belonged to Tableegi Jamaat,” an official said. The city remained tense with many roads and markets closed after the killing of leading Shia scholar, and leader of the Wahidat ul Muslameen, Allama Deedar Ali. Deedar Ali and his driver were shot dead earlier in the day in Gulshan-e-Jauhar area. “The killing of Allama Deedar appears to be a sectarian-related one and in retaliation to the target killing of a leading Deobandi Sunni scholar on Monday in the city,” SSP Imran Shaukat said. As news of Deedar's killing spread in the city, violence and firing incidents were reported from many areas with most of the Shia-dominated areas shut down while many other markets and shops also closed down out of fear. Attacks were also reported from Landhi, Itted town and Korangi where three people were killed.

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A California couple accused in Qatar of deliberately starving their 8-year-old adopted daughter to death appeared in court Tuesday. The hearing was the first for Matthew and Grace Huang since they were released from custody last month on bail. They have been ordered to remain in Doha. The couple deny

charges of murdering Gloria, one of three children they adopted from Africa. She died in January. Both the defence and the prosecution presented written and oral arguments to the court Tuesday. In his statement, the prosecutor painted a picture of Grace and Matthew Huang as inhumane people who had been "cheaply sold" their adopted child, and called for both to receive the death penalty.

‘He was poisoned’

Yasser Arafat's widow on Tuesday questioned the findings of French scientists that the Palestinian leader did not die from radioactive polonium poisoning but rather from natural causes. The conclusion, leaked to multiple French media agencies and Reuters, contradicts the findings of Swiss forensic scientists who concluded last month that samples taken from Arafat's exhumed body were consistent with polonium-210 exposure but did not definitely prove that he was

poisoned. “I'm convinced there is something wrong, and he did not die from a natural death,” Suha Arafat said at a news conference in Paris. She said she is requesting that the Swiss findings be made available to French authorities investigating her husband's death. She said the medical experts in Switzerland and France came from different medical fields. “I don't doubt them. But they are different skills. They are different types of medicines,” she said.

‘A Nun for a hostage’ Syrian Rebels hold nuns hostage A Syrian rebel group calling itself ‘Free Qalamoun’ has claimed the kidnapping of 12 nuns and said it wants to trade them for a thousand female detainees held by the government, a pan-Arab newspaper reported on Friday. Rebel spokesman Mohannad Abu al-Fidaa told Asharq al-Awsat that the nuns were safe but ‘will not be released until several demands have been implemented, most importantly, the release of 1,000 Syrian women held in regime prisons’. An official at the Greek Orthodox Patriarchate in Damascus said the nuns were safe but would not comment on which group had taken them. Syria's Christian minority have generally tried to stay on the sidelines of the sectarian conflict pitting majority Sunni Muslims against the Alawite minority. Many Christians fear the rise of hardline Islamist

groups. Islamist fighters who captured the Christian village of Maaloula, north of Damascus, moved the nuns from the Greek Orthodox monastery of Mar Thecla to the nearby town of Yabrud on Monday, according to the Vatican envoy to Syria, Mario Zenari. The militants took the ancient quarter of Maaloula on Monday after heavy fighting with President Bashar alAssad's forces in the Qalamoun region near the Lebanese border. The fighting, which pits al Qaeda-linked Nusra Front fighters and other rebels against Assad's forces, is part of a wider struggle for control of the Damascus-Homs highway in central Syria. Pope Francis called for prayers on Wednesday following the abduction of the 12 Orthodox nuns.

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The artist Nafees continues to prove that he’s capable of stretching the imagination whilst remaining true to his unique style. His latest video ‘Sazaa’ unleashed at 8pm on Wednesday 3rd December and has a gripping theme. The video features his lady-love on the brink of death and the turmoil he faces as a lover. The video, which has drawn its fans in the thousands also features Mumzy Stranger and his creamy smooth vocals, not to mention, your very own, Asian Express newspaper being read in the hospital waiting room! I must admit that when I

first heard of Nafees and his sounds, I was eager to see if he could maintain the stance he’d taken with his first track ‘Mehmaan’. You see, being the Editor of the paper, I recieve all sorts of ‘weird and wonderful’ material on a daily basis, so one gets accustomed to seeing artists ‘doing it big’ and then, unfortunately, trailing off. This guy however, has the knack of delivering bigger, better and hotter material than ever before. It’s the very fortunate combination of Nafees’ inner talent and the gameplan of his management, which is highly admirable though.

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Head of Nafees’ management, speaking exclusively to Asian Express, said: “We are driven to think out of the box. “With ‘Sazaa’, the track was leaked a few weeks ago, before we got to officially launch it, and it just went viral. “We’ve kept the video under lock and key prior to its releases because ultimately, our mission is to knock the socks off the fans. We love doing that. “With Nafees’ latest track, we hope that both his fanbase and new listeners alike, can appreciate the potential of this artist and his dedicated passion of being honest to his music-lovers.” Nafees, however remains ever-humble and says: “I’m just a normal guy who had the good fortune of turning his passion into his profession.” Despite being a self-proclaimed ‘normal guy’, he certainly has the knack of a storyteller, and says that quite often he’s telling his very own stories through his music. His defining moment came by chance some six years ago. His passion is one that resonates with many people in some way, and that is his burning desire to prove his worth to his

family, to prove that he could achieve and make them proud. Individuals find their own success and contentment with the things they do. For many being a great mum could be it, for some it could be putting a roof over the heads of their family, for others it could be doing charity work. And for some it could be evoking strong emotions with a message of finding inner strength through music. Nafees’s ‘Sazaa’ has spurred an Asian Express campaign. The campaign entails getting the message across that you, the reader and fan of music artists, join in expressively advocating the importance legal downloading of music, in order to support your music artists. Most of us wouldn’t think twice about paying for a single cup of ‘designer’ coffee, at around £3, yet we would hesitate to legally download a track for 79p and instead may go to great lengths to find another way of getting the tracks. The fact is that with illegal downloading, it’s the artist who suffers in the end. If they don’t get the support of the fans, it makes it difficult for them to give you the music that you’d enjoy over and over and over again.

‘Love Yoou Siniye’ Dynamic duo Rishi Rich and Juggy D collaborate for title track of hit Punjabi film

British Asian music pioneers Rishi Rich and Juggy D have a hit-making chemistry found very rarely in the music business. The duo have created some of the biggest British Asian and bhangra tracks of the last decade and have teamed up once again on their latest track. 'Love Yoou Soniye' is taken from the Punjabi film of the same name which released on 6th December in cinemas nationwide. The title song sees Rishi Rich and Juggy D recreate their magic, fusing their trademark

styles with the sounds of Bollywood composer Harry Anand. Commenting on the new track, Rishi Rich says: "Love Yoou Soniye' is a really fun track. “Juggy and I have made so many songs together but we never get tired of it and on this occasion it was no different. “Teaming up with Harry Anand to create an international Punjabi sound for this great soundtrack, we are really pleased to share the title song and the film with all of our music fans and film lovers around the

UK and internationally." Juggy D adds: "Love Yoou Soniye' is a catchy up tempo number which was a lot of fun to make. I was also asked to be a part of the video, which stars the cast of the movie. “All in all it was a fantastic opportunity and reminded me of the great fun we created on the now infamous 'Hum Tum' soundtrack almost ten years ago. 'Love Yoou Soniye' is going to be a big film release internationally and I hope you all enjoy it." 'Love Yoou Soniye' is out to buy now on iTunes:

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After the phenomenal success of their previous two singles, 'Feel It Sohniye' and 'Only One', produced by Rishi Rich, Manchester based international superstars Maz and Ziggy better known as Bonafide are back with the highly anticipated 'Mahi Ve'. The past year has been hugely exciting for Bonafide. The boys have been busy jetting across the globe headlining tours from America to France to the Netherlands among other places. Produced by Vee and the lyrics written by Maz and Ziggy, ‘Mahi Ve’ contains one of the most contagious hooks of the year. Maz says: “I can't wait to share the track with all our fans worldwide. We performed it for the very first time in Long Island, New York and the reaction was crazy. Judging by the response, it’s gonna be another Bonafide anthem.” Ziggy says: “It’s been fun to record this track, I have wanted to get this single out for a while, I hope above all that our fans like the tune as that’s the main reason I keep on going in music!” The video is very classy and compliments the song. It will hit the Asian tv

screens across the world with a bang. In the video you will see a young lady who features as the model, Dania Kabbani. She works as a retail assistant and was discovered by Maz while out shopping for socks at the famous Trafford Centre, Manchester. Maz spotted the young lady and simply asked her to be in the video, to his amazement she agreed and now features alongside the duo. ‘Mahi Ve’ releases worldwide on 28 November 2013 via Naughty Sound Records. These talented, charming guys with sharp abilities and a load of new material releasing soon are definitely ones to watch out for.

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ABBAS HASAN: LOTS TO CELEBRATE! French star enjoys his birthday in London and reveals some exciting news… With celebrity magazines naming him “the next big thing”, Abbas Hasan has had a lot to celebrate on his birthday last week. From two No.1 hit singles to doing a TV ad with Shahrukh Khan and performing at Priyanka Chopra’s film premiere, this chap looks very promising. Abbas started the year off with a bang as he was invited to perform at the Times of India Film Awards, where he performed in front of the Bollywood film fraternity. He has since been named a brand ambassador for New York based luxury watch and lifestyle company ‘Nooka’ and has released an international hit ‘Away’ featuring Rishi Rich and starring Humaima Malick. With “Away” doing so well abroad, Abbas spent the second half of the year touring Europe alongside Bollywood’s songstress Shreya Ghoshal. Abbas was recently spotted alongside Fardeen Khan at the VIP table of India’s biggest designer Manish Malhotra at his London show at Grosvenor’s House. He was also photographed with Manish, Esha Gupta and Bipasha Basu. Now, Abbas is rumoured to be signing a big deal with Times of India and has been teasing his fans with cryptic tweets about his upcoming project. The international press has been speculating who his next leading

lady will be. Since photos surfaced of Abbas and Freida Pinto at Elton John’s White Tie & Tiara party, the list of names included everyone from Freida to Mahira Khan. But Abbas is keeping tight lipped about his new release and says: “It’s been a crazy year so far, and I’m so grateful to my team and my amazing fans for being part of this incredibly journey. My next project will be my biggest one yet, so I can’t wait to reveal more. “All I can say is that it’s now in pre-production and we will start filming soon! I can’t wait to share this one with my ‘Habibis’ around the world.” Abbas indicates that his new single will be releasing in India as well as the UK and he will be going there for touring early in the new year. With so many exciting developments on the horizon, Abbas Hasan is certainly the one to watch for 2014!

We catch up with Surj from RDB about working with Saif and Sonakshi and more… How did you get on board with Tamanche Pe Disco? It all started with a call from Sameer Gogate, who put us in touch with one of the producers of Bullett Raja, Nitin Ahuja. He had requested a track from our music bank given the short deadline. As we do, we showcased them a couple of different numbers but a pre-made version of Tamanche Pe Disco was selected.

How was it working with Saif and Sonakshi?

Fun moments on the set while shooting the song?

These superstars are very grounded. Saif was extremely focused on how he wanted the music and had a real flare for hearing a hit! After seeing our takes at the shoot, he insisted we did one scene with him for the song and it was a pleasure working with him. Sonakshi, as well as being stunning in person, was very humble and great to interact with.

Every shoot is a great and unique experience, but I think this one was the fastest arranged shoot ever. The track was made within three days after which the whole shoot was arranged in two. Within a week the track was composed, paid for, excepted and shot... only in India! (Laughs)

We tried a slightly different approach for this song and used the lyrical knowledge of Raftaar to give it more of a UP flavour. The music still has the signature RDB sound.

RDB has collaborated with Saif. The track also moves away from our trademark Bhangra / Punjabi beat as we experiment with a UP flavour so our fans are in for a real treat!

How does the track compare to what you have done The song has a very rustic yet a very contemporary earlier? beat, what was the concept behind it? Tamanche Pe Disco represents the first time

What was your inspiration for the track?

Who are the key musical influencers in your life?

The theme of the movie had some part to play We would definitely say our father, our late with the composition of the track as well as the brother Kuly and each other in the team. trademark UP gangster lifestyle.

How did Raftaar and Nindy come onboard? The song required female vocals and who better to suit than Nindy Kaur. Raftaar not only added to the theme of the song with his lyrics but uplifted the track further by adding his rap performance to parts of the track. Nindy and Raftaar are a killer combination.

What are the future projects in Bollywood that you are working on?

We have five upcoming projects, two of which are with new up and coming casts and the other three are with A-list stars. Our main highlight is that we are now officially releasing our collaboration track with T-Pain on the 21st of November with Universal in India and Three Records internationally. Our Album is also set to release in December.

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FILM: Kochadaiiyaan DIRECTED BY: Soundarya Rajnikanth Ashwin GENRE: Action, Drama STAR CAST: Rajinikanth, Deepika Padukone, R. Sarathkumar, Jackie Shroff

FILM: Bullett Raja DIRECTED BY: Tigmanshu Dhulia GENRE: Action, Drama STAR CAST: Saif Ali Khan, Sonakshi Sinha, Jimmy Shergil, Vidyuth Jamwal This latest Bollywood blockbuster sees Saif Ali Khan essay the role of Raja Mishra, a commoner who gets transformed into Bullett Raja - a notorious, care-a-damn attitude gangster. A faithful friend and a loyal lover, living life on his own terms, setting his own rules, commanding respect and fearing no one, Bullett Raja in his true inimitable style takes on the system that creates people

like him in a compelling struggle for power and ambition. Bringing together two powerhouses, director Tigmanshu Dhulia and Saif Ali Khan, supported by a multi-star cast led by Sonakshi Sinha, Jimmy Shergil, Vidyuth Jamwal, Chunkey Pandey, Gulshan Grover, Ravi Kishan and Raj Babbar, Bullett Raja has huge universal appeal and is sure to strike

RELEASE DATE: 29/11/2013 a chord with all audiences. The music has also been directed by hit musicduo Sajid-Wajid. With an engaging story full of twists, turns and tantalising action sequences, the film promises edge-ofyour-seat entertainment with a generous helping of tongue-in-cheek humour and romance as Saif Ali Khan stars in and as the formidable Bullett Raja.

This latest Bollywood blockbuster sees Saif Ali Khan essay the role of Raja Mishra, a commoner who gets transformed into Bullett Raja - a notorious, care-a-damn attitude gangster. A faithful friend and a loyal lover, living life on his own terms, setting his own rules, commanding respect and fearing no one, Bullett Raja in his true inimitable style takes on the system that creates people like him in a compelling struggle for power and ambition. Bringing together two powerhouses, director Tigmanshu Dhulia and Saif Ali Khan, supported by a multi-star

Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan plays the bad guy in the third incredible, stunt-filled 'Dhoom' movie. In Chicago, police are baffled by two daring bank robberies. In each case, a

(Uday Chopra) figure that they need to RELEASE DATE: make the clown thief 20/12/2013 rob again in order to catch him. But devious and resourceful gymnast Sahir (Aamir Khan) is message is left in Hindi along a master of disguise and with an image of a smiling deception. He's also clown face. accompanied by sexy acrobat No-nonsense cop ACP Jai diva Aaliya (Katrina Kaif). Dixit (Abhishek Bachchan) and Vijay Krishna Acharya, writer his comedy sidekick Ali Akbar of the first two 'Dhoom' films,

makes his directorial debut with this eagerly anticipated third instalment. He fills the screen with breathtaking high-speed chases and astonishing stunts. Such was Aamir Khan's commitment to his amazing athletic role that the megastar went on a strict diet for two years and underwent rigorous circus training!

FILM: Vaalu DIRECTED BY: Vijay Chandar GENRE: Comedy, Drama STAR CAST: Santhanam, Brahmanandam, Hansika Motwani, Simbu

Tamil superstar duo Simbu and Santhanam reunite for more memorable escapades in this energetic comedy romance. Following their collaboration in the critically acclaimed Vanaam (2011), the dynamic duo return to our screens in Valuu. The directorial debut

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cast led by Sonakshi Sinha, Jimmy Shergil, Vidyuth Jamwal, Chunkey Pandey, Gulshan Grover, Ravi Kishan and Raj Babbar, Bullett Raja has huge universal appeal and is sure to strike a chord with all audiences. The music has also been directed by hit music-duo Sajid-Wajid. With an engaging story full of twists, turns and tantalising action sequences, the film promises edge-of-your-seat entertainment with a generous helping of tongue-in-cheek humour and romance as Saif Ali Khan stars in and as the formidable Bullett Raja.

FILM: Dhoom 3 DIRECTED BY: Vijay Krishna Acharya GENRE: Action, Drama STAR CAST: Abhishek Bachchan, Uday Chopra, Aamir Khan, Katrina Kaif

of Vijay Chandar, Vaalu is the funny and uplifting story of a youngster who lives in the railway quarters in Chennai. With Sambu and Santhanam providing excellent comic relief as an unforgettable double act, glamour is added by the radiant Hansika Motwani in the role of

RELEASE DATE: 20/12/2013 the love interest. Fresh from his success in the hit Podaa Podi (2012), Sambu brings effortless star appeal to his leading role with priceless comedy support from Brahmanandam, while S. Thaman's beautiful musical score plays on the heartstrings.

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STARRING: KRISTEN BELL, IDINA MENZEL, JONATHAN GROFF DIRECTOR: CHRIS BUCK & JENNIFER LEE GENRE: ACTION, COMEDY, FAMILY Walt Disney Animation UK RELE Studios, the ASE 6/12/20DATE: studio behind 13 "Tangled" and "Wreck-It Ralph," presents "Frozen," a stunning big-screen comedy adventure. Fearless optimist Anna (voice of Kristen Bell) sets off on an epic journey teaming up with rugged mountain man Kristoff (voice of Jonathan Groff) and his loyal reindeer Sven - to find her sister Elsa (voice of Idina Menzel), whose icy powers have trapped the kingdom of Arendelle in eternal winter. Encountering Everest-like conditions, mystical trolls and a hilarious snowman named Olaf, Anna and Kristoff battle the elements in a race to save the kingdom.

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STARRING: MARTIN FREEMAN, ORLANDO BLOOM, LUKE EVANS, IAN MCKELLEN DIRECTOR: PETER JACKSON GENRE: ACTION, DRAMA The second in a trilogy of films adapting the enduringly popular masterpiece The Hobbit, by J.R.R. Tolkien, The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug continues the adventures of the title character Bilbo Baggins (Martin Freeman) as he journeys with the Wizard Gandalf (Ian McKellen) and thirteen Dwarves, led by Thorin Oakenshield (Richard Armitage) on an epic quest to reclaim the lost Dwarf Kingdom of Erebor. The second part of Peter Jackson's awesome trilogy expanded from the

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SEXY: The Lamborghini Veneno Roadster reaches 0-62 mph in just 2.9 seconds

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740 horsepower Lamborghini Veneno Roadster makes its world debut

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coupe and roadster will do 0 to 62 mph in 2.9 seconds, and reach a top speed of 220.5 mph. Despite all that, the Roadster weighs a relatively petite This car seems totally crazy, 3,285lbs, largely thanks to but the new Lamborghini extensive use of carbon fibre. Veneno Roadster made its Lamborghini's new forged bizarre public unveiling in Abu carbon production method cuts Dhabi on the deck of a 240m production time significantly. Italian military aircraft carrier. Only nine will be made. The €3.3 million (£2.8 “The Lamborghini Veneno million) Veneno Roadster is a Roadster is one of the world’s roofless version of the Veneno most exclusive cars with the coupe, which was unveiled at most extraordinary the 2013 Geneva Motor Show, performance,” said Stephan and is based on the Aventador. With its sharp, angular styling, Winkelmann, President and CEO of Lamborghini, the Veneno Roadster really commenting on the event. looked at home parked among “We are honoured that jet fighters. Thrust is provided by Lamborghini's standard mid- Lamborghini was chosen to represent the Italian car mounted 6.5-litre V-12 engine industry in the UAE, as a twinned with an ISR perfect example of iconic Italian transmission, which produces super sports cars, and that we 740 horsepower, a significant have the opportunity to show increase over the Aventador's the Veneno Roadster for the 691 hp. The extra power, delivered to first time in Abu Dhabi.” Lamborghini also has plans to all four wheels, makes the open a new showroom in Abu Veneno Lamborghini's most Dhabi, which they hope will powerful production model to boost sales. date. Lambo says both the

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Volkswagen Golf Design Vision GTI concept is a one-off but has us drooling…

Could this new Volkswagen Golf Design Vision GTI be the ultimate expression of the Golf? Built to wow, even VW’s diehard fans may be left speechless as the souped-up ‘Design Vision’ is positively futuristic with dramatically styled bodywork giving it jawdropping looks. This hot hatch would put some supercars to shame with its packing 503 horsepower, more than double what you get in a normal GTI, courtesy of two more cylinders and one more turbo. 3.0 litre V6 and two turbos will yank the car and its terrified occupants from 0-62 mph in a heartstopping 3.9 seconds - that’s faster than a standard Porsche 911 C4S – and can reach a top speed of 186mph. Rather than starting from scratch, the Design Vision borrows details from iconic GTIs both past and present, but each element has then been wildly exaggerated for maximum visual impact. The concept has shorter rear

FIERCE: The mad VR6-engined VW Golf Design Vision concept has bold styling elements

overhangs and stomping 20-inch wheels that are pushed 56mm further apart at the front and 64mm at the back for a much stronger stance, making it shorter, lower and, wider than a normal GTI. Intricate side vents and strakes along the front bumper combine with a rear spoiler and diffuser that add downforce, but by far the biggest change from the normal GTI is lurking under the bonnet. A twin-turbocharged 3.0-litre VR6 with a thumping 496bhp is sent to each of the four wheels via a sixspeed DSG automatic gearbox and means this particular hot hatch rockets from 0-62mph in a flash. Will it ever go into production? Well, probably not, though there may be, just may be, a chance that VW will consider it as a limited edition in the future.

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Mazda is about to enjoy its best time in more than EXCITED: Jeremy Thomson, Managing Director, a decade as it launches five new generation Mazda Motors UK looks forward to the next three years models globally in less than three years. Sales are running 10 per cent dealer profitability which is forecast That’s the prediction of UK ahead of the original planned for the to be better than the average for the Managing Director Jeremy Thomson year resulting in Mazda reacting industry next year and return to the who describes the unprecedented quickly to add production to their top quartile as sales of the new product offensive as “rebooting” the programme to relinquish stock and generation of SKYACTIV models marque. meet future demands. “While we reach over 70 per cent of the total The rapid pace of launches is the would rather run with one car too few mix next year. biggest since the launch of the than one too many, we also need to “A combination of growth, dealer previous generation Mazda6, ensure the network can fully profitability and the increased kerb Mazda3 and Mazda RX-8 during capitalise on the increase in sales appeal of the SKYACTIV models are 2002-04. opportunities,” said Sales Director encouraging dealers to upgrade to “We’re predicting good times Peter Allibon. the premium, fresh and 21st century ahead while the rest of the industry In the first 10 months of 2013, feel of the new corporate identity – a is predicted to be relatively flat,” said Mazda sold 27,800 cars, 16 per cent look that was piloted in the UK Thomson. up on the same period in 2012 earlier this year and will make “Over the next 18 months to two according to SMMT data. Mazda stand out in multi-franchise years we will continue our very The restructuring of the dealer outlets,” explained Allibon strong product-led growth which network is also paying dividends, “Meanwhile, the growth sends out an exciting message to boosting sales per outlet and momentum continues with Mazda’s our dealers,” he added. position as a franchise of choice increasing profitability. That recovery in sales comes on Average new car sales through being reinforced further by the fact the back of the successful launches each dealership are expected to that there are more companies who of Mazda CX-5, new Mazda6 and quickly return to pre-crisis level as want to become a Mazda dealer the forthcoming all-new Mazda3 – all total annual volume approaches then there are open points,” with Mazda’s groundbreaking 40,000 units, explained Allibon. concluded Allibon. SKYACTIV technology. That growth will also help boost

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But something has changed… After a trial run, Volvo unleashes its hot saloon and estate on the world...

EXCITED: Jeremy Thomson, Managing Director, Mazda Motors UK looks forward to the next three years

Multi million pound grant for Lotus British car manufacturer Lotus has secured a £10 million government grant, which will see the firm create more than 300 new jobs. The Regional Growth Fund (RGF) has awarded the automotive firm £10.44 million, which will be used for research and development of products, along with staff training. In addition Lotus is expected to create 313 new full time jobs to support production over the coming years. Business Secretary, Vince Cable MP visited Lotus’ Norfolk headquarters on 25th November 2013, where he toured the engineering and factory facilities and formally announced the grant to Lotus management.

The grant is a further boost for Lotus, following a £100 million investment by its owners DRB-HICOM, which has allowed the company to enhance its engineering, productivity, efficiency and quality. Lotus is also recruiting for more than 130 new jobs, previously announced in July 2013. The Regional Growth Fund (RGF) is a flexible and competitive £3.2 billion fund operating across England from 2011 to 2017. It supports projects that are using private sector investment to create economic growth and sustainable employment. Aslam Farikullah, Chief Operating Officer at Lotus, said: “This grant is part of a wider strategy for Lotus created to

Last year, the Volvo 501bhp S60 Polestar prototype was unveiled. It seemed like a sensible Volvo saloon with 501bhp, but at the time, Volvo said only ten S60 Polestars would ever be built each costing a six-figure sum and that was that. Well, this week Volvo has announced it will put the S60 and V60 Polestar into wider production across the world, including the UK. The not-quite-so-limitededition S60 and V60 won't have 501bhp, but instead 345bhp from the same turbocharged 3.0-litre V6. The car is based on the latest generation Volvo S/V60 and marks the start of an extended Polestar production model range. Development of the car has been

ensure we thrive and grow. We are responding to increased global demand for our cars and engineering consultancy services and this grant will help to position Lotus at the forefront of global automotive innovation. “We have very exciting plans for our sports cars and it’s a very positive move for Lotus that we’re in a position to create new jobs and to significantly contribute to Britain’s automotive industry. “The team here at Lotus have worked very hard to secure this grant and every employee is playing their

ongoing over the past years, picking up from the C30 and S60 Concept cars and the Australian S60 Polestar. Thousands of development kilometres have been driven on twisty mountain roads, on the Autobahn and test tracks from the south of Europe to the frozen north of Sweden. Running a recalibrated version of Volvo's Haldex four-wheel drive system and a six-speed paddle-shift auto, the S60 and V60 will get from 0-62mph in 4.9 seconds, past 124mph less than 13 seconds later and hit the limiter at 155mph. 371mm front discs and sixpiston Brembo calipers tucked beneath those 20-inch wheels take care of stopping duties, while a neat new front splitter and subtle rear wing add a hint of

downforce. Polestar - the company that once ran Volvo's Swedish touring car team but has now moved on board as the firm's official ‘M Division', as it were - has also fettled the S60's cabin, though sadly it won't be quite so Alcantara-heavy as the cockpit of the deranged 400bhp C30 Polestar Jeremy drove a couple of years ago. No word on prices yet, but don't worry: the production S60 and V60 shall be a lot cheaper than the 501bhp version. We'd expect somewhere between £40,000-£45,000 for the S60 saloon, with a premium of a grand or so for the estate. Polestar will begin delivery of the new S60 and V60 Polestar in June 2014 to local markets.

part in the stability, growth and future success of our company.” Business Secretary Vince Cable said: “Lotus is an iconic British car maker, with some of the most innovative engineers in the business. The car industry is one of Britain's great success stories, employing over 130,000 people and helping to build a stronger economy by contributing £11 billion a year. The Government's industrial strategy is working and giving business the confidence to invest, creating more high skilled, long term jobs in the UK.

“I am pleased to announce that our flagship economic plan to create jobs outside of London - the regional growth fund - is awarding Lotus a £10 million grant which will help them develop their next generation of cars and create over 300 new jobs in East Anglia. “The Government has already supported over 400 projects with £2.6 billion from the Regional Growth Fund, promoting growth in regions across England. The latest round is still open for another two weeks and I'd urge all businesses with a plan to support jobs in their local areas to apply."

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Diesel particulate filter check now required as part of MOT test

Tests for diesel cars and lorries are to be tightened up to ensure vehicles have a critical exhaust filter if one had originally been fitted as standard, Roads Minister Robert Goodwill has announced. Garages and testing stations will be required to check for a diesel particulate filter (DPF) in the inspection of the exhaust system as part of the MOT test (or annual test for heavy vehicles) from February 2014. The vehicle will automatically fail the MOT test if the filter had been fitted as standard but is found to be no longer present. The filter works by trapping solid particulate matter from exhaust gases. This type of filter has been in use for more than

20 years and helps meet European emission standards, improving air quality and health standards. Some firms offer services to remove the filter, claiming it will boost consumption. But it is an offence to drive a vehicle that has been modified this way, as it will no longer meet the emissions standards the car achieved when it was approved for sale in the UK. Roads Minister Robert Goodwill said: “I am very concerned that vehicles are being modified in a way that is clearly detrimental to people’s health and undoes the hard work car manufacturers have taken to improve emissions standards. It has become apparent the government had to intervene to clarify the position on particulate filter removal given the

unacceptable negative impact on air quality. “This change to the MOT tests makes it clear – if you have this filter removed from your car it will fail the test.” The filters need to be ‘regenerated’ regularly through burning the soot to gas at a very high temperature, leaving behind a residue. If not carried out properly, regeneration can lead to a build up of soot, which can affect performance. This has led to some diesel vehicle owners opting to remove the filter, which makes their car illegal for road use. More information can be found via the ‘Diesel particulate filters guidance note’ which will be updated to reflect the changes to the MOT test.

New year brings new spec to Toyota Yaris and its hybrid

The new 2014 Toyota Yaris and Yaris Hybrid went on sale this week, with new grade line-ups that prioritise the features today’s customers value most. There is an added incentive for the 1.4 D-4D diesel Yaris, which now dips below the 100g/km CO2threshold to qualify for a zero annual road tax (Vehicle Excise Duty) bill. Yaris adopts a new four-grade structure for 2014: Active, Icon, Icon Plus and Trend. Active and Icon replace the previous T2 and TR designations, while Icon Plus offers a high-value specification and extra styling elements. Trend gains

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After almost 40 years of hosting one of the Asian Tour’s most prestigious golf tournaments, an Indian sportsman finally clinched victory in the Indonesia Open last week to write his name in the history books. Gaganjeet Bhullar bagged his fifth career title on the Asian Tour as he completed a start-to-finish win with a flawless three-underpar 68 in the final round. It was his first title since October 2012 and he will now be hoping to kick start his promising career once more. Bhullar held at least a share of the lead from the very first day and never let is slip. Coming into the final round, the 25-year-old opened with 10 straight pars before sinking three birdies to

grab the $750,000 Asian Tour event. Speaking after the final round, Bhullar expressed his delight in clinching the elusive accolade. He said: “I gave myself a lot of opportunities in the first nine holes but I misjudged my yardages on a few holes. “Apart from that, there was no difference in my strategy. Winning takes a lot of patience. I'm glad I stayed patient and showed a lot of confidence.” He added: “It was kind of difficult for me when play was suspended. I find it hard to go back to my momentum. “I haven't had much success this season but I know my game was up there and winning is just a matter of time. I waited so long for my fifth win and this is my 10th consecutive event.” Victory for Bhullar signaled a great day for the Indians with fellow countrymen, Jyoti

Randhawa, finishing fifth on 11under, whilst Anirban Lahiri was just one shot behind in sixth position on 10-under. Three other Indians, Shiv Kapur, Chiragh Kumar and SSP Chowrasia were tied 23rd at fiveunder, while Sujjan Singh (69) was tied 29th at four-under 280. The lone Indian missing the cut was Ajeetesh Sandhu. Bhullar has tasted success on Indonesian soil before, clinching the now-extinct Indonesia President Invitational in 2009. Describing the country as one of his favourite places to compete the five-time champ said: “Mentally, I was exhausted but Indonesia is one of my favourite cities as I won my first title on the Asian Tour here.” Bhullar took away $175,000 for his efforts and is already back on the fairways as he currently tackles the Hong Kong Open, which began earlier this week.

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“I haven't had much su cc this season but I know mess game was up there and y winning is just a matter time. I waited so long fo of fifth win and this is my r my 10th consecutive event.”

Indonesian Open crowns new champ SWING: Bhullar is already back in action, competing in the Hong Kong Open

WINNER: Gaganjeet Bhullar clinched the Indonesian last weekend to signal his fifth career win on the Asia Open n Tour

Brilliant Bhullar

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Back page story continued “I began kickboxing when I was four,” he said. “I like everything about it; it is hard to say just one thing. “When I won my Red Belt I was very proud because it meant I had done all my White belt moves, Yellow belt moves and Orange belt moves, as well as the new set whilst only making one mistake.” Esa has been kickboxing for almost three years now with the tutorship of Mr Azar Farooq. Through regular training and competitions the fighting prodigy has broken record after record and aspires to one day be like his idols, Amir and Haroon Khan. His father, Amjad Hussain, spoke of how he will always back his son in whatever career he decides to pursue and will always support his decision. He said: “Obviously I am really proud of him and I do push him hard to be honest. We really wanted to get this latest award before he turned seven in January so it was

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Esa continues breaking records a good day when he won it. “Initially Esa took up the sport when he turned four and came home with a number of a local club he had got off his friend. After a bit of pestering we took him down and thankfully he was allowed to train despite being so young”. Mr Hussain added that the road to success is a long one for anybody yet believes his son has the ability to succeed. “A really special day happened earlier this year when Esa actually met Amir Khan, who is his idol,” he said.

“He told Amir he wanted to be like him when he was older and Amir invited him to give him a punch. “Of course he did and Amir said ‘Wow that was very good’ which was obviously great for Esa to hear and only made him want to succeed more.” Esa will next be in competition in January 2014, and with his seventh birthday arriving in the same month, the greatest present of all could well be another first place trophy.

Kickboxing king A formidable Ireland side hit the fourth highest total in Twenty20 history, as they thumped Afghanistan in the World T20 qualifier final last weekend in Abu Dhabi. The two sides were meeting in the final for third time in a row, having both previously picked up a solitary win each, yet it was the Irish side who smashed a remarkable 225 runs to clinch the qualifier title. Both teams had already secured their place in the first round of next year's finals in Bangladesh yet there was no sign of Ireland easing off as they ran amok with the bat. Paul Stirling opened after the victors elected to bat first and continued his impressive form against Afghanistan, scoring 76 off just 43 balls. His tally, which included four sixes and eight fours, was almost as impressive as his previous outing against the ‘new enemy’ when he mustered up a score of 79 runs from just 38 deliveries. Trent Johnston, batting at fourth, was also in inspired form as he smashed 62 runs from 32 balls before being expertly dismissed by Shapoor Zadran. Finishing on 225-7, the current holders of the qualifier’s championship looked likely to

retain the title with only a record breaking innings from Afghanistan standing in the way of victory. Unfortunately for the challengers, the chase didn’t even last the twenty overs as big hitting proved costly and allowed Ireland to bowl their opponents all out for 157. Afghanistan did make a blistering start to their innings, clubbing 14 runs off the first three balls and were on target for victory after three overs, registering a score of 36 without loss. Ireland spinner, George Dockrell stepped up to remove the destructive Mohammad Shazad for 38, from just 18 balls, yet at the end of the sixth over, Afghanistan still looked in contention for victory amassing a score of 76 for two. Ultimately, the collapse began in the seventh over when Mohammad Nabi and Karim Sadiq were both dismissed by Alex Cusack. The challenge was made all the more difficult when top scorer, Gulbadin Naib was bowled by Trent Johnston, and the team was finally bowled out in the penultimate over. Man of the match Johnston took three for 34 to cap off a memorable all-round display from the retiring 39-year-old.

BIG-HITTER: Paul Stirling smashed 76 runs from just 43 deliveries as he guided Ireland to the World Twenty20 qualifier trophy last weekend

Ireland power past Afghanistan

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Return of the incredible Force India re-sign Hulk-enberg former racer in Just one year after Nico Hulkenberg said his goodbye’s to the Force India team, the German is back and raring to go for the 2014 season. Hulkenberg officially rejoined the team on the 3rd December from Sauber, having spent the 2011 and 2012 season with the constructors, and is now expected to partner either Paul Di Resta or Adrian Sutil next year. The 26-year-old, who finished 10th in last year’s final Drivers Standings, has already built up a strong working relationship and will look to complete a smooth transition as the team moves into the new era of Formula One.

preparation for next season

Dr Vijay Mallya, Team Principal and Managing Director of Force India, was glad to see Hulkenberg ‘back onboard’ and is excited for the new season. He said: “I’m delighted to see Nico back with Sahara Force India. When he drove for us in 2012, it became clear Nico was an exceptional talent and he has continued to impress everyone in the paddock with his strong performances this season. “Having Nico in our line-up is a real statement of intent and a huge boost for everyone associated with the team. We have high hopes and

expectations for 2014 and by signing Nico we have put ourselves in the best position to achieve those objectives and enjoy what could be our most competitive season yet.” Speaking after signing the deal, Hulkenberg said he was ‘happy to be back’. “The team is aiming high for next year and I believe that the experience

Six in a row for high flying Dragons

DRIVER: Force India Team Principal and Managing Director, Dr Vijay Mallya pictured with his latest acquisition, Nico Hulkenberg

I have gained over the years will help us achieve those goals,” he said. “I genuinely believe we can have a competitive package in 2014. I’ve heard a lot of positive things about the Mercedes engine as well, so I

think there is a lot to be excited about for next year. “I know this team and I can see their determination; it’s a great bunch of people and we all share the same hunger for success.”

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Kickboxing king Esa continues breaking records

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At just six-years-old Esa Hussain has already started to build up an impressive collection of kickboxing titles and his latest achievement signals yet another phenomenal feat. Having already clinched his White, Yellow and Orange belts in the sport, as well as a number of trophies, Esa made it a fantastic four last week as he picked up his Red Belt and continued his remarkable progression. More than a year younger than any of his fellow Red belt competitors, the young martial art ace had to master more than 60 moves and 14 combinations in order to receive the latest accolade. Speaking after winning the award, the Hollingwood Primary School pupil said he was very proud of his achievement and explained why he loves the hard-hitting sport.

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