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CLIMATE CHANGE 'DOUBLE WHAMMY' COULD KILL OFF FISH SPECIES: STUDY New research by the University of Reading scientists suggests that fish like sardines, pilchards and herring will struggle to keep pace with accelerating climate change as warmer waters reduce their size, and therefore their ability to relocate to more suitable environments The study, published in the journal Nature Climate Change, also provides the first evidence to counter the scientific theory that decreased movement will result in more species, by suggesting the opposite is true. This means many species will also be less able to evolve to cope with warmer temperatures, increasing their risk of dying out. Professor Chris Venditti, an evolutionary biologist at the University of Reading, and co-author of the study said "Warming waters are a double whammy for fish, as they not only cause them to evolve to a smaller size, but also reduce their ability to move to more suitable environments. "Our research supports the theory that fish will get smaller as oceans
warm under climate change but reveals the worrying news that they will also not be able to evolve to cope as efficiently as first thought. With sea temperatures rising faster than ever, fish will very quickly get left behind in evolutionary terms and struggle to survive. "This has serious implications for all fish and our food security, as many of the species we eat could become increasingly scarce or even nonexistent in decades to come." The study, led by the Center for
Advanced Studies in Arid Zones (CEAZA) in Chile and the University of Reading in the UK, used statistical analyses of a large dataset of globally distributed fish species to study their evolution over the past 150 million years. The study provides the first solid evidence of how historical global temperature fluctuations have affected the evolution of these species. It focused on Clupeiforms -- a highly diverse group of fish found all over the world, which includes important species for fisheries, such as anchovies, Atlantic herring, Japanese pilchard, Pacific herring, and South American pilchard. However, the findings have implications for all fish. Fish have thus far only had to deal with a maximum average ocean temperature rise of around 0.8°C per millennium. This is far lower than current warming rates reported by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration of 0.18°C per decade since 1981. The findings support the long-held
expectation among scientists that fish will generally get smaller and move less as the world warms, due to having to increase their metabolism and therefore needing more oxygen to sustain their body functions. This will impact fish species because larger fish are able to travel longer distances owing to their greater energy reserves, whereas smaller fish are less able to seek out new environments with favourable conditions as the climate changes. However, the research contradicts the assumption that an increase in smaller fish will mean more new species emerging because of concentrating genetic variations within local areas. Instead, the scientists found warmer waters would lead to fewer new species developing, robbing fish of another of their key weapons to cope with climate change. Overfishing has also been found to make fish smaller in size, so the new study adds to the list of pressures they face as a consequence of human actions.
UK RECORDS HIGHEST DAILY COVID-RELATED DEATH TOLL SINCE MARCH The UK reported another 170 coronavirus-related deaths, the highest number of fatalities recorded in one day since March 12, according to official figures released on Tuesday 17 August. The total number of coronavirus-related deaths in Britain now stands at 131,149. These figures only include the deaths of people who died within 28 days of their first positive test, Xinhua news agency reported. Another 26,852 people in Britain have
tested positive for Covid-19, bringing the total number of coronavirus cases in the country to 6,322,241. The latest data came as Britain's Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) approved the use of the Moderna Covid-19 vaccine for the 12 to 17-year-olds. "I am pleased to confirm that the Covid-19 vaccine made by Moderna has now been authorized in 12-17-yearolds. The vaccine is safe and effective in this age group," said June Raine,
MHRA Chief Executive in a statement. "It is for the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunization (JCVI) to advise on whether this age group should be vaccinated with the Covid-19 vaccine made by Moderna as part of the deployment program," said Raine. Nearly 90 per cent of the adults in Britain have received a Covid-19 vaccine, while more than 77 per cent have had the second jab, according to the latest figures.
BRITISH AIRWAYS ANNOUNCES ADDITIONAL FLIGHTS FROM INDIA TO LONDON
British Airways has increased flights from India to the UK from 10 to 20 per week from 16 August. The decision came as the UK government moved
India to an amber list. "British Airways will now operate 20 direct return flights across Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru and Hyderabad
providing convenient options for customers wanting to travel to London, Heathrow," British Airways said in a statement. Earlier, the UK government moved India from 'red' list to 'amber' list on August 8. In addition, the Indian government allowed UK carriers to operate additional flights, increasing the weekly cap from 15 to 34 per week. "It is wonderful to see connections between India and London being restored after months of uncertainty caused by the global pandemic. These additional new flights will allow our Indian customers, who have waited so patiently, to reunite with their loved ones. The flights also provide new travel options for Indian students wishing to travel to the UK and beyond
for further studies, ahead of the start of a new academic year," said Moran Birger, British Airways' Head of Sales for South Asia, Middle East and Africa. Customers booking with British Airways are able to exchange their booking for a voucher or move their dates without incurring a change fee, read the statement. "To help customers navigate the changing entry requirement and facilitate a seamless journey, they can choose to download the VeriFLY app before departing to London. The digital health app allows customers to combine their travel verification documents and Covid-19 test results in one place and confirms their eligibility with a few simple steps," the statement added.
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FB'S ACQUISITION OF GIF SEARCH ENGINE GIPHY HITS UK ROADBLOCK The top UK anti-trust regulator has said that Facebook's takeover of popular GIF search engine Giphy raises competition concerns and if its concerns are confirmed, it could require Facebook to unwind the deal and sell off Giphy in its entirety. Facebook said last year that it was acquiring Giphy for nearly $400 million. The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) said in a statement late last week that following an in-depth investigation, it has provisionally found that Facebook's takeover of Giphy will negatively impact competition between social media platforms. "Alternatively, it could change the terms of this access - for example, Facebook could require Giphy customers, such as TikTok, Twitter and Snapchat, to
provide more user data in order to access Giphy GIFs," the CMA said in a statement. Such actions could increase Facebook's market power, which is already significant. The CMA's analysis suggests that Facebook's platforms - Facebook, WhatsApp, and Instagram - account for over 70 per cent of the time people spend on social media and are accessed at least once a month by 80 per cent of all internet users. Millions of posts every day on social media sites now include a GIF. "Any reduction in the choice or quality of these GIFs could significantly affect how people use these sites and whether or not they switch to a different platform, such as Facebook," said the CMA. "As most major social media
sites that compete with Facebook use Giphy GIFs, and there is only one other large provider of GIFs - Google's Tenor - these platforms have very little choice," it added. In May, Facebook wrote in a filing to the UK regulator that Giphy had "no meaningful audience of its own" and was already "reliant on Facebook for a significant proportion of its user traffic." "We disagree with the CMA's preliminary findings, which we do not believe to be supported by the evidence," a Facebook spokesperson told The Verge. The CMA found that, prior to the deal, Giphy was considering expanding its advertising services to other countries, including the UK. "This would have brought a new player into the advertising market and a potential
challenger to Facebook. It would also have encouraged greater innovation from others in the market, including social media sites and advertisers," the regulator noted. Stuart McIntosh, chair of the independent inquiry group at CMA, said that while their investigation has shown serious competition concerns, these are
provisional. "We will now consult on our findings before completing our review. Should we conclude that the merger is detrimental to the market and social media users, we will take the necessary actions to make sure people are protected," he said. The CMA will announce its final decision by October 6.
'NOT ON THE CARDS': UK DEFENCE SECRETARY ON WHETHER BRITISH FORCES WILL RETURN TO AFGHANISTAN British Secretary of Defence Ben Wallace said on Monday that British forces will not be returning to Afghanistan after the Taliban seized the Afghan capital city of Kabul. Responding to a question by Sky News if Britain and NATO forces would return to Afghanistan, Wallace said,
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"That's not on the cards that we're going to go back." Wallace said Britain was doing everything it could to evacuate British nationals and Afghans with links to Britain. "Our target is...about 1,200 to 1,500 exit a day in the capacity of our aeroplanes, and we'll keep that flow," he said. British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Sunday 15 August that the US decision to pull out of Afghanistan has "accelerated things." Parliament will be recalled on Wednesday from their summer recess to debate the British government's response to the rapidly evolving situation in Afghanistan. The British Defence Secretary on Friday said the US decision to pull its military forces out of Afghanistan was a "mistake," which has handed the Taliban "momentum" in the country.
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"Of course, I am worried, it is why I said I felt this was not the right time or decision to make because, of course, Al-Qaida will probably come back, certainly would like that type of breeding ground," he
told Sky News. The Taliban said on Sunday that the war in Afghanistan has ended, and they will soon declare the establishment of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan.
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WEST YORKSHIRE’S YOUNG PEOPLE TO BENEFIT FROM 1,000 ‘GREEN JOBS’ BOOST West Yorkshire has the pipeline of talent needed to realise its ambitious target of becoming a net-zero carbon economy by 2038 with significant progress by the end of the decade.
BY SHAWNA HEALEY Young people across West Yorkshire are to benefit from the creation of 1,000 ‘green jobs’ through an initiative that will also follow through on the Mayor’s pledge to make the region a net-zero carbon economy by 2038.
Green Jobs are defined as employment in an activity that directly contributes to or indirectly supports, the achievement of the UK’s net zero emissions target and other environmental goals, such as nature restoration and mitigation against climate risks.
Tracy Brabin, Mayor of West Yorkshire, has announced a major step towards fulfilling her commitment of creating 1,000 well paid, skilled, green jobs for young people aged under 30 with the formation of a Green Jobs Taskforce for the county. As well as becoming a founding member of the Green Jobs Taskforce, Northern Powergrid has committed to supporting the Mayor’s pledge as it takes a leading role in getting West Yorkshire ready for a low carbon future. The Mayoral Green Jobs Gateway on the West Yorkshire Combined Authority website has also recently launched on their website, with employers are encouraged to sign up to support the Mayor by pledging jobs for young people.
Tracy Brabin has marked more than 100 days in office as the first Mayor of the West Yorkshire Combined Authority deliver on my pledge of creating 1,000 well paid, skilled, green jobs for young people, who have been so severely impacted by the pandemic. I urge employers from all sectors to register their interest with Green Jobs Gateway so we can make a real difference to the lives of young
workforce is an integral part of the communities we serve in West Yorkshire. “We look forward to working in partnership to create job opportunities that support upskilling, reskilling and multiskilling to create a stronger talent pool that helps the region prosper and local people reach their career potential.
and jobs needed to address the climate emergency. The new Green Jobs Taskforce will oversee the development of the Mayoral Green Jobs Gateway, which will create 1,000 well paid, skilled, green jobs for young people and ensure that
It reflects the fact that almost every organisation and occupation in West Yorkshire has an opportunity to contribute to tackling the climate emergency, whether working in low carbon sectors, ensuring a just transition for high carbon sectors, or making environmentally friendly changes to their working practices. Estimates show that West Yorkshire has the potential to create over 70,000 good, new, high skilled jobs in the green economy by the middle of the century, and 40,000 of them by 2030.
“Creating a diverse workforce with the skillsets needed to manage a smarter, more digitalised electricity network will be essential as we seek to create a greener energy system for our customers and support the drive to net-zero.
The job boosts form part of Mayor Brabin’s plans to get young people into skilled work Tracy Brabin, Mayor of West Yorkshire, said: “Through the West Yorkshire Green Jobs Taskforce we want to make our region a leader in green skills and jobs as we meet our commitment of becoming a net-zero carbon economy by 2038. I am delighted that Northern Powergrid has agreed to join us on this journey by joining the West Yorkshire Green Jobs Taskforce. “We’re also taking steps to
people across West Yorkshire.” Andy Bilclough, director of field operations at Northern Powergrid, the company responsible for the region’s electricity distribution network, said: “We’re proud to lead the way as the first business to support the Mayor’s pledge. Our electricity network powers peoples’ everyday lives, businesses and enables economic growth – and our
“Between now and the end of 2023 we’re looking to create around 300 jobs across our operating area which could result in more than 70 jobs in West Yorkshire. We’re also proposing, as part of our draft 2023-28 business plan, to create 1,000 jobs across our operating area in the North East, Yorkshire and northern Lincolnshire with hundreds of these opportunities set to benefit this region.” The new Green Jobs Taskforce, chaired by Tracy Brabin, will bring together experts from business, education and training, and the third and public sectors. Its goal is to position West Yorkshire as a leader for green skills and jobs and set out a roadmap to deliver the skills
Upskilling, reskilling and multiskilling is part of Northern PowerGrid’s plan to create a region that is prosperous
The Mayoral Green Jobs Gateway will ensure a pipeline of talent to becoming a net-zero carbon economy by 2038
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COMMUNITY MEMBERS GATHER AT SEMINAR TO DISCUSS RACIAL DISCRIMINATION IN THE FIELD OF SPORT. Bradford based community organisation ‘Sport Campaign Against Racism’ (SCAR), founded by Delroy Dacres (manager of Campion Football club for more than two decades) and Shazad Parvais (first South Asian Football scout), held a seminar on Sunday titled ‘Combatting Racial Discrimination in the Field of Sport’ at Manningham Mills, Bradford.
The panel of guests included Saima Hussain, the country’s first Asian female rugby league player, Humayun Islam, CEO of BEAP, Fatima Patel, founder of Inspirational Woman’s
Right: Dr Ikram Butt hosting SCAR event
Panel of professionals at SCAR event in Bradford
three years. She shared social media posts, with the packed room claimed to have been made by the founder of the governing body and asked for a show of hands to see who thought those posts were racist. Every hand in the room went up.
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Mumtaz said: “I won’t stop using my voice against racism or discrimination. My own experiences have motivated me to study for my Masters, and I am currently submitting my PhD proposal regarding Racism in Sport. Things have to change for the sake of sport.”
Tony Burnett chairing the SCAR panel
Foundation, Pav Singh, FA Regional Coach Developer and Sensei Mumtaz Khan, founder of Onna Ju-Jitsu Club. The panel shared their experiences of working in the sports industry and discussed how to combat racial discrimination in the field of
sport. Saima Hussain who has had racial slurs shouted at her during a game of rugby said: “Governing bodies need to do more. As a coach it is incumbent on us to understand each other’s way of life, but when this doesn’t happen governing bodies need to step up. It shouldn’t be brushed under the carpet.” Guest Mumtaz Khan, who has an ongoing dispute with the governing body for Ju-Jitsu also shared her frustrations. The award-winning, sports woman, told the audience how she has been battling with Sport England to address racism and discrimination faced by her and her club members from their governing body for more than
Humayun Islam BEM, CEO of BEAP partnership, a community organisation and one of the founders of Bangla Bantams added that “we shouldn’t shy away and keep challenging when things are not right, but we should do it in a positive way. If someone is shouting racist slurs, we need to shout louder with our
positivity and that’s what Bangla Bantams do.” The audience in the room resonated with the panel and the general feeling was that racism in sport is very much ‘alive and kicking’ which was more recently reinforced with the Euro 2020 final where Marcus Rashford, Jadon Sancho and Bukayo Saka were all abused online for missing penalties. If that’s not enough then the stats on representation from black, Asian and minority communities in professional sports shows an even bleaker story. Let’s look at the Olympics, despite having the first Muslim, Mohamed Sbihi, being the flag bearer for Team GB, the team is still not as diverse and inclusive as they would like us to believe. It is a predominantly white squad; 86% of the athletes are white, 12% are black and the remaining
L-R: Mumtaz Khan, Fatima Patel, Tony Burnet, Saima Hussain and DrAari Ratnai
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2% are from other ethnic backgrounds. The athletics squad is made up of 47 black athletes and 33 white. When athletics is taken out of the equation the squad is 93% white. The big question must be, if the squad is so diverse where is the representation from the British south Asian community? It
appears non-existent in Tokyo. If we delve further, then only seven British Asians competed for Team GB at the last Olympics and Paralympics in Rio in 2016. Seven athletes out of 630, that is just one per cent. “This is why it’s important to have such
seminars” said Fatima Patel, founder and CEO of the Inspirational Women’s Foundation.
look like me. I urge institutions to take accountability and do the right thing”
She said: “The only way we can tackle discrimination in sports and any other industry is when we are allowed to speak without fear or favour. Often voices are silenced for fear of losing out on work, promotion or being left out. Tokenism should also be called out”
is the CEO of Kick it Out an organisation formed to eliminate racism from sport,
Pav Singh, FA regional coach developer said it’s important we get the right talent through. He believes we need to work on three key areas which are allyship, role modelling and focusing on representation. Dr Aarti Ratna, independent researcher agrees. She said: “In order to fight discrimination you need to have your allies. Your allies are not only people who
Tony Burnet, who was the main guest and
said he felt inspired by the conversations that took place and promised to do more. He said: “I want to see the number moving forward – 15 South Asian players in football is not enough. We’ve not done enough – but we are not going to back down” Host and organiser Dr Ikram Butt concluded that this is just the start of the movement towards pushing for a more equal and level playing field. The event was sponsored by Regal Foods Group and Zia Logistics. Anyone who wants to get involved can do so by visiting www. scarunites.org
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RENTS WILL COME DOWN FOR COUNCILOWNED COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES
The Huddersfield Blueprint. The view of what is now the Piazza, showing most of the shopping centre demolished and new landscaping down to Queen Street. A modern extension has been added to Huddersfield Library and Art Gallery BY TONY EARNSHAW Rents for council-owned commercial properties in Huddersfield will be “considerably less” in the future as efforts are made to revive the town centre. Partly a reaction to the impact of the ongoing Covid pandemic, it comes as national retail brands desert the town leaving large premises empty. Council staff are now looking anew at rents and incentives to attract tenants – and to tiein with plans for the so-called Huddersfield Blueprint. The council’s disposal acquisitions surveyor, Matthew Garbutt, said a rent review had taken place as a result of the coronavirus and how that affected retail. Speaking to a meeting of the Corporate Scrutiny Panel he said: “We’ve had to re-look at rents. “The rents that we were previously getting will be potentially considerably less
[in future]. The incentives that we need to give occupiers may increase. “Prior to Covid occupiers would get a couple of months rent-free if they were going to fit out, redecorate or make some improvements to the building. “Depending on the occupier [and] how strong they are we may need to give significantly more of an incentive to get these units occupied.” Mr Garbutt also exploded the myth that the council owns all the commercial properties within the parameters of the ring road. He said that 10% was a more accurate figure, with the majority of tenants within the commercial estate being local independent businesses or regional-based retailers. However, he accepted that some national names – such as Top Shop, Ernest Jones and Thomas Cook – had given up premises in the town. He said estate agent Edison’s
had been appointed to help with the re-letting of empty properties over the next month. “We’ve seen a shift in demand. There’s still quite a bit of demand from local independent businesses. It’s the national retailers that have really struggled and those type of retailers that have disappeared. “We lost Thomas Cook preCovid and there have been a number of other businesses. The tenants within the commercial estate are more regional and local. “People do like the council as their landlord. We do charge market rents but they do like the knowledge that the council is their landlord and we’re quite accessible as opposed to a pension fund that has an office in London and a managing agent in Manchester.” He said the current climate was “challenging”. Among the council’s commercial spaces – often
retail units beneath council offices – are High Street Buildings, Kirkgate Buildings, Somerset Buildings, the Byram Arcade, Estate Buildings opposite the railway station, and a block at 2-14 New Street.
The privately-owned commercial properties in Huddersfield include Kingsgate, the Packhorse Centre, the Imperial Arcade and “both sides of the far end of New Street”.
Assets bought as part of the assembly of the £250m Huddersfield Blueprint are not commercial investments as the revenue they generate does not form part of the council’s commercial estate.
All are described as “prime areas”.
That includes the piazza, bought for £3.25m, which is to be demolished to create a large town centre green space.
“We do get a lot of inquiries through our team from people who think the council own everything.
Meanwhile the revival of the area around St George’s Square – and the creation of pedestrianised alfresco dining areas around Wood Street – have been positively received.
“One of the confusing factors for some people is that the council still owns the freehold of the majority of the town centre but a high proportion of that is subject to 999-year leases.
Mr Garbutt said those “strategic acquisitions” give the council “some element of control” in terms of how it shapes some of the town centre going forward, and that the piazza was “a good example” of that process.
Mr Garbutt added: “It is quite limited what we own and what we can control through the commercial estate management.
“So, it doesn’t really give the council any real level of control over what happens to those assets or what they’re used for.” Article by Local Democracy Reporting Service
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MAYOR ASKS WEST YORKSHIRE WOMEN TO TAKE PART IN SAFETY ROUNDTABLE Increasing safety for women and girls across West Yorkshire is one of Mayor Tracy Brabin's pledges for improving the area priorities of local people and local partners and aims to make sure that all of our communities across West Yorkshire are safe and feel safe. These priorities have been identified through consultation with the general public, partners and West Yorkshire Police.
BY SHAWNA HEALEY Communities and partnership organisations across West Yorkshire are being encouraged to share their experience and knowledge to help improve safety for women and girls. The Mayor of West Yorkshire, Tracy Brabin, has recently launched a call for evidence on the theme, which will help to shape her forthcoming Police and Crime Plan.
A ‘Tackling Domestic Abuse’ conference involving the third sector is due to take place on 16 November which will be an in-person and virtual event, with further details to be announced soon.
Under the Police Reform and Social Responsibility Act 2011 the Mayor must produce a Police and Crime Plan that sets out West Yorkshire’s strategic policing and crime priorities and how she plans to meet them. The plan draws on a wide range of information, from consultation with local people, the police, community safety,
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criminal justice and third sector partners to ensure it reflects the policing and crime issues which are affecting
West Yorkshire. Formal consultation on the plan set for early September, alongside a round-table event, focused on safety for women and girls. The roundtable event will take place virtually between 2:30 pm -4:30 pm on Tuesday 7 September. Mayor of West Yorkshire, Tracy Brabin says that she wants to capture a diverse range of perspectives. She said: “The safety of women and girls is of great concern to me and a key pledge at the very heart of my Mayoral manifesto. That is why I have arranged for a roundtable event on 7 September, to hear more about people’s experiences and understand how we can work better together. We know this is a complex subject and there is much to be done at a national level, but we also need a local conversation now to gather our combined knowledge.
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“I am really keen to hear from
local voices on key issues such as stalking, domestic abuse, sexual offences, honourbased abuse, misogyny, modern slavery and safety in public spaces.
To register your interest in attending the roundtable, email Consultation.PC@ westyorks-ca.gov.uk by 1 September 2021 or to submit evidence, email Consultation. PC@westyorks-ca.gov.uk or call 0113 348 1740 by Friday 17 September.
“I want to know how we can bring about the behavioural change, which will influence attitudes towards women and girls in wider society.” West Yorkshire’s Deputy Mayor for Policing and Crime, Alison Lowe added: “Our conversation will be crucial in informing the Police and Crime Plan 2021-2024, which is a key document and will drive policing and partnership efforts to support women and girls over the next 3 years. “The vision for our work is to come together with partners including the police, local authorities, health, education, third sector, our communities and those supporting and advocating for women and girls across all sectors.” The Police and Crime Plan reflects the views and
Deputy Mayor Alison Lowe Formal consultation on the new Police and Crime Plan also opens on 1st September, to find out more about how you can share your views about any other policing, crime and community safety issues visiting https:// www.westyorks-ca.gov. uk/policing-and-crime/ police-and-crime-planconsultation.
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Working from Home Shabab Gulfraz is our resident financial expert who has been writing for Asian Standard and Asian Sunday for more than six years now. He is an experienced Chartered Financial Planner, and a Chartered MCSI (Chartered Institute of Securities and Investment) accredited Financial Adviser. Shabab’s passion within financial services is working with individuals and businesses with a view to meeting their needs and objectives. The successful professional mainly works with individuals and company directors where they need help to protect their families, managing and growing their wealth privately and within the business, specialist pension advice, maximising tax planning to ensure tax efficiency, inheritance tax planning, as well as structuring financial planning alongside accountants and solicitors. In addition to his work in financial services he has a sound understanding of commercial and business legal and financial management issues after qualifying as a post-graduate in law, and later attaining a Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) If you have a query relating to your individual/business financial planning situation linked to the areas detailed above, then contact Shabab and he will be happy to have a complimentary discussion with you.
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The key disadvantage in my opinion has been working in a team based, environment. I believe working from home in reality has impacted many individuals, as it has meant little social interaction, and not being able to socialise properly.
A long time ago, circa 15 years now, I decided to set up a business, and work from home. I then went back to office work, as put simply it was getting boring, being in my office, and I was missing the social interaction. Anyhow fast forward 15 years, Covid forced many of us to work from home. In reality, this was forced on many of us, as employers did not want us coming into the offices, and neither did the government. So, now that Covid is going the right way, and not a huge impact on our lives as it was, the government want us back in the city centres, and so do employers. I think one of the key factors that many employees, and employers have realised is that with many roles and jobs you
can effectively work from home. Now after nearly two years of working at home, many people have realised how expensive going to work is for your back pocket. I didn’t realise until recently how expensive a season train ticket is, then we have the lunches, the car parking etc. In reality, many individuals have saved a fair
amount due to not attending an office for the sake of sitting there and doing the same job that can be done from home. The second issue dilemma is how much time is saved not attending the office. Many of us save circa two hours a day not travelling to the office, and instead working from home. It has given us more time to spend on ourselves, and get things done, which we would normally put off. The key disadvantage in my opinion has been working in a team based, environment. I believe working from home in reality has impacted many individuals, as it has meant little social interaction, and not being able to socialise properly. So, now when many are expected to go back what are your options? Well, I would encourage you to review your personal situation, and discuss
any concerns you might have with your employer. It is always easier to discuss and raise your concerns with your employer. In reality, all employees have had the legal right to work flexibly, if one has been employed for 26 weeks by the same employer, However, an employer is within their rights to turn down a request if this is not reasonable, and the employer has a good business reason to turn down the application. In the meantime, working from home has also meant we are able to access the microservice HMRC launched where we can claim £6 per week, even If we worked for one day from home This means you are able to claim 2-years worth of working from home by simply following a link online if you do not complete tax returns. If you do, then this can be done on a self-assessment form.
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Bollywood livewire Ranveer Singh will be seen playing characters as different as chalk and cheese in his upcoming motley of films such as '83', 'Jayeshbhai Jordaar', 'Cirkus', 'Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani', 'Takht' and Shankar's 'Anniyan' remake. The 36-year-old actor maintained that he is only striving to be the best actor and create distinctive
characters. Ranveer said "I mean to create distinctive characters. In my estimation that should be the endeavour of every actor. It most definitely is mine." The actor made his Bollywood debut with 'Band Baaja Baaraat' in 2010. Since then, he has starred in blockbusters such as 'Goliyon Ki Raasleela RamLeela', 'Bajirao Mastani', 'Dil
Dhadakne Do', 'Padmaavat', 'Gully Boy' and 'Simmba'. Ranveer, who is married to actress Deepika Padukone, added "Let me not speak for anyone else, I will speak for myself to say that from the very beginning of my career I have only tried having endeavoured to create distinctive characters because I am trying to be the best actor I can possibly be."
REKHA TO LEND HER VOICE FOR 'BIGG BOSS 15' PROMOS
Veteran actress Rekha will be lending her vocal prowess for a promo for the controversial reality show "Bigg Boss 15". Rekha said "Bigg Boss is a very 'naayab' show, that has all drama, action, fun and thrill and what's more, you get a crash course of life itself. And if one is patient and resilient, one will evolve to be one's best self! What could be better poetic justice than that." The timeless diva will be doing a special voiceover for a tree in the promos of the show, hosted by Bollywoo d superstar Salman Khan on television. She added "It is going to be an exciting new experience, as I am doing a voice over for a 'speakin g tree' whom Salman has fondly named 'Vishwasuntree', a vibrant tree full of wisdom, hope and faith! It is always gratifying to work with Salman and I feel blessed to share these unique moments with him... He is as always a pure pleasure!" The new season of Bigg Boss is going to be filled with twists and a lot of "Sankat in jungle" as the contestants will have to endure many challenges before they make their way inside the house. In one of the promos for the Colors show, Salman is seen wanderi ng around in the woods when he hears a sound coming from a tree that he names 'Vishwasuntree' and starts having a conversation with it.
DINO MOREA EXCITED ON DEBUT AS PRODUCER WITH 'HELMET', TRAILER OUT Supermodel-turned-actor Dino Morea is making his debut as a producer with the upcoming condom-comedy 'Helmet' and he says the film has been made with a sweet social message. Dino said, "This is a film which has been made with a sense of humour with a sweet message. I am also excited about the wonderfully talented ensemble cast, the refreshing storytelling by Satram my director and the way both entertainment and a certain intelligent sensibility blend together. Rohan Shankar's dialogues will make you laugh out loud." The trailer of the film is out and it features - Pranutan Bahl, Aparshakti Khurana, Abhishek Banerjee and
Ashish Verma. The film is produced by Dino Morea and directed by debutante
Satram Ramani. 'Helmet' is a satirical comedy film that talks about condom
use and explores the area of people who hesitate or are shy to buy condoms
from stores because of what society might perceive about them. As the film releases on the OTT platform ZEE5, Manish Kalra, Chief Business Officer, ZEE5 India said, "We are proud to present a film like 'Helmet' which is not only entertaining but also has a strong message attached to it. Through the journey of the protagonists, it highlights the problem our country is currently facing and tries to give a solution in a unique and interesting manner. We are sure the audience will have a great laugh, but also take notice of the overall objective that we aim to achieve with this film." Directed by Satramm Ramani, 'Helmet' releases on September 3.
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I CAN NEVER GET ENOUGH OF 'KBC': AMITABH BACHCHAN
Ahead of the release of the latest season of 'Kaun Banega Crorepati', megastar Amitabh Bachchan expressed his happiness to host the show in the presence of a live audience. For the unversed, last year, 'Kaun Banega Crorepati' had taken place without the involvement of a live audience on the sets owing to the coronavirus pandemic. Excited about the upcoming season, Big B said, "It's the 21st year of my association with Kaun Banega Crorepati and I can never get enough of this show. It was probably for the first time, last season, that the studio audience wasn't a part of the show and we saw a major change in the lifelines as well." He added, "I for one, truly missed them and their energy... it's infectious! I am happy that the studio audience is back this season with a newfound vigour and so is the lifeline - Audience Poll. It's an enriching experience for me, each year, to be surrounded
by contestants from all walks of life and I look forward to engaging and fulfilling gameplay. These contestants inspire me in every way." The 'Agneepath' star started hosting the quiz show in the year 2000, and since then he has been a constant part of the show except for one season. Speaking about the new season, a lot of changes have been implemented. As per a statement, Fastest Finger First, with which the show commences, has been modified to Fastest Finger First - Triple Test. While it may
seem challenging, it does hold a gamut of opportunities for the contestants. Instead of one question, the answer to which had to be chronologically aligned, contestants will now have to answer three GK questions. A leaderboard will showcase the time taken by each contestant to answer the respective questions and the one to answer all three questions correctly in the shortest amount of time will head straight to the Hot Seat! When it comes to lifelines, yes, the Audience
Poll is making a comeback this season! With the studio audience being reinstated, the entire vibe of the show has been raised a few notches higher. The other three lifelines include 5050 (wherein 2 incorrect answers will get deleted from the four options); Ask The Expert (wherein the contestant can seek help from one distinguished professional) and Flip The Question (wherein the contestant will get an opportunity to change the question altogether and choose a topic for the replacement question). Ashish Golwalkar, Head Content, Sony Entertainment Television and Digital Business, also spoke about what one can expect from the latest season of the game show. "For a show like KBC that has followed a certain creative pattern, it was time for us to break the mold and approach it differently. While digital auditions replaced the regular audition process, it didn't deter the volume of
entries. In fact, the ease of digital audition encouraged a lot more aspirants, based in the remotest areas possible to participate. We are happy with the spiritedness of each contestant, and we are hopeful that they fulfil their KBC journey," Golwalkar said. Furthermore, while we did introduce AR (Augmented reality) in the previous seasons, this year, the use of AR is far more superior and immersive. From refurbishing the entire set with the play of lights to the graphical elements and LED panels, India is the only country to host the format with inclusion of such refined technological detailing. With distinct modifications to the game this season, we look forward to rewarding gameplay and promise an enhanced viewing experience to the audience," Golwalkar added. The 13th Season of 'Kaun Banega Crorepati' is scheduled to start on Sony Entertainment Television from August 23.
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WHEN DIVYA AGARWAL'S WIG CAUGHT FIRE ON 'CARTEL' SETS. Actress Divya Agarwal who is currently seen in Bigg Boss OTT will be playing the role of a make-up artist in the upcoming action-drama 'Cartel'. While at one point it was a delight for her to play multiple characters in one show, Agarwal also had another experience that she would never forget. During one of the scenes Divya's wig caught on fire and as a result, things got scary on the sets. While narrating the incident, Divya said "As you know, there are multiple characters that I am playing in the show. I had quite a scary yet funny experience.
KONKONA SEN, MOHIT RAINA'S 'MUMBAI DIARIES 26/11' TO RELEASE ON SEPT 9
During one of the sequences, I had a fire juggler in my hand, and I was playing with it. However, soon we realized that while we were doing the sequence with the fire juggler, it lit my wig. The next moment my wig was on fire." She added: "However, my team and crew were absolutely hands-on. They helped me at the right time. It was a scary sight, but a part of me enjoyed the adventure. This incident will forever be etched in my memory." 'Cartel' will be streaming from August 20 on ALTBalaji and MX Player Gold.
Konkona Sen Sharma and Mohit Raina-starrer 'Mumbai Diaries 26/11' is all set to release on September 9 on Amazon Prime. Created by Nikkhil Advani and produced by Emmay Entertainment, 'Mumbai Diaries 26/11' is a fictional drama that pays tribute to the frontline workers set against the backdrop of the 26/11 terror attacks. The other actors in pivotal roles are Tina Desai, Shreya Dhanwanthary, Satyajeet Dubey, Natasha Bharadwaj, Mrunmayee Deshpande, and Prakash Belawadi. 'Mumba i Diaries 26/11' is a fictional edge-of-the-seat medical drama set against the backdrop of the unforgettable night that also united the city. The series is an account of events that unfold in the Emergency Room of a government hospital while exploring the challenges faced by the medical staff at the hospital as well as other first responders across the city of Mumbai in dealing with a crisis of immense magnitude.
RYAN REYNOLDS REVEALS DISNEY WANTS 'FREE GUY' SEQUEL. Actor Ryan Reynolds, confirmed that a sequel to his Disney's action adventure comedy film 'Free Guy' is on the cards. According to Variety, the videogame-themed film's lead actor Ryan confirmed the news on his Twitter handle last Saturday. "Aaaannnnd after 3 years messaging #FreeGuy as an original IP movie, Disney confirmed today they officially want a sequel. Woo hoo! #irony," Ryan tweeted. The film's distributors- 20th Century Studios re-tweeted Ryan's post, which seemingly confirmed the news. Director of the film Shawn Levy also re-tweeted Ryan's post by writing, "Yuuuuuuuup." 'Free Guy', written by Matt Lieberman and Zak Penn, also stars
Lil Rel Howery, Taika Waititi, Jodie Comer, and Utkarsh Ambudkar. The sci-fi comedy is about a man (played by Ryan Reynolds) that realises he is a character in a video game. With the help of an avatar, he tries to prevent the makers of the game from shutting down his world. As per Variety, 'Free Guy', released on August 13 is the first Disney movie to have a theatricalonly release for the first time in about a year. It is projected to top the domestic box office this weekend with an estimated USD 26 million. The film will run exclusively in theatres for 45 days, and its earnings will be an important indicator of the state of the movie theatres business.
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REMEMBERING SRIDEVI Sridevi was one of the most acclaimed actresses in the film industry. Known as the first female superstar, she had pan-India appeal. Even after her death, Sridevi continues to inspire several stars with her acting and dance skills. On the occasion of Sridevi’s 58th birth anniversary we take a look back at the icon’s illustrious career Sridevi was born in Sivakasi, Tamil Nadu on August 13, 1963. When she began her career in Hindi cinema, she had already established herself a name in South Indian cinema. She debuted with her acting career at the age of four in Tamil films and went on to do many more films in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam. Sridevi won the Kerala State Film Award for Best
Child Artist for her performance in Poompatta in the Malayalam language. The most notable films of her childhood career are, 'Kandan Karunai' (1967), 'Nam Naadu' (1969), 'Prarthanai' (1970), 'Babu' (1971), 'Badi Panthulu' (1972), 'Bala Bharatam' (1972), 'Vasantha Maaligai' (1972) and 'Bhakta Kumbara' (1974). Sridevi made her Bollywood debut as a leading lady in 'Solva Sawan' in 1979, which sank without a trace, but thankfully four years later, along came 'Himmatwala' starring opposite Jeetendra where she hit stardom. The film released in 1983 and became one of the biggest blockbusters of that year. The year was followed by another blockbuster 'Tohfa'. Both films established Sridevi as one of the
leading actresses of Bollywood. Sridevi also featured in the film 'Sadma' in 1983 bringing critical acclaim to the actress. It still remains to be one of the finest films of her career. Sridevi's performance as an autistic child-woman character was widely praised and brought her nominations in the Filmfare for best actress award category and as well as in state awards and National Awards. Though the film didn't perform as per expectations, it is still regarded as an all-time classic. Who can forget the mesmerising Yash Chopra classic ‘Chandni’ (1989), for which Sridevi is also referred to as Chandni. The film went on to be a huge success further cementing Sridevi’s versatility as an actor. ‘Lamhe’, again from the Yash Raj Films stable, reaffirmed her acting calibre, while the film
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didn’t ring in the money at the box office, it is still regarding as a film ahead of it’s time by critics. Sridevi was choosy about her projects and had refused even Hollywood great Steven Spielberg’s offer of a role in ‘Jurassic Park’ as she did not find the role meaty. Filmmaker Boney Kapoor had been smitten with her when he first saw her in a south Indian film. Her mother’s botched-up surgery at Sloan Kettering Cancer Centre in New York made her take the doctor to court. Kapoor stood behind her like a rock in those trying times and they tied the knot in 1996. They have two daughters together Jahnvi and Kushi Kapoor. After the film 'Judaai' was released in 1997 along with Anil Kapoor and Urmila Matondkar, Sridevi took a break for 15 years from acting career, after which she did make her brief return through television with 'Malini Iyer' and as a judge in the show 'Kaboom' in 2005.
Not many know that Sridevi named her two daughters Janhvi and Khushi after the names of the heroines in her husband Boney Kapoor’s films, ‘Judaai’ and ‘Hamara Dil Aapke Paas Hai’. It wasn’t until 2011 that Sridevi announced her comeback with 'English Vinglish'. The film was hailed by a lot of international media outlets giving her tags like 'Meryl Streep of India'. Some also praised Sridevi's performance as 'disarmingly charming in a manner that recalls Audrey Hepburn.' Later she did more movies in Tamil and Hindi both languages.
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actor at the Sridevi started her career as a childie Kandan Karunai mov il Tam the with 4 of age er tend in 1967
Her last film was 'Mom in 2017, for which she won many awards. Her accolades are vast, which include receiving India's highest fourth civilian award, 'Padma Shri' from President Pranab Mukherjee.
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She has also won four best actress Filmfare Awards for 'Lamhe, 'ChaalBaaz', 'Kshana Kshanam', 'Meendum Kokila'. Sridevi also received 'Kalasraswathi Award' from Andhra Pradesh government in 1997.
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In 2013 she was honoured with President of India 'Medallion of Honour' for contribution to 100 Years of Indian Cinema. Sridevi died in Dubai on February 24, 2018, was given a state funeral and consigned to the flames at Mumbai’s Vile Parle crematorium. She may be gone, but certainly not forgotten
Sridevi with husband Boney Kapoor
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The latest guidance with travelling abroad Since the 17 May the UK Government has reopened international travel. The Government’s priority continues to be protecting the public from COVID-19. The Traffic Light system (red, amber, and green) has been introduced to inform those intending to travel to and from the UK to help stop the spread of COVID-19. Everyone needs to follow the rules so that the UK can continue its journey out of the pandemic. The travel health measures are also needed to help prevent the spread of the new variants of COVID-19 that have been identified. It is important to take a day 2 PCR test to identify any variants of concern. The rules may change while you are away meaning extra checks when you come back. If you test positive while abroad, you will have to isolate in the country you are visiting before coming back to the UK.
With the new travel changes in mind, passengers are likely to face longer wait times throughout their journey due to additional health checks to help keep the UK safe. While the Government is making every effort to speed up queues safely it is also good practice to have correct documentation ready to meet UK health and border requirements, to prevent delays, be refused entry, or face a fine. Check gov.uk/guidance/traveladvice-novel-coronavirus before, during and after you travel to ensure you comply with latest COVID-19 and non-COVID-19 regulations for entering the UK and the country you are visiting. We must make sure that all members of the public to and from the countries we visit can travel safely and securely. Visit gov.uk/travel-abroad
Mr and Mrs Hasan Patel are regular travellers to India, however this year despite being double jabbed the couple have decided to explore the stunning region of Yorkshire and rediscover the beautiful landscapes and the many heritage sites. Mr and Mrs Patel who are both in their sixties, often spend winter months in India and summer months at their home in Bradford. They also take a regular two-week break exploring other countries, with the last one being Tunisia in 2019. However, like last year, this year too, they won’t be travelling to India or any other foreign destination. Instead, they have decided to rediscover their own home region, by booking out a cottage and exploring the picturesque scenery and heritage of Yorkshire. Mrs Patel has been briefing herself with the latest information on travelling and what the new covid guidance is for travelling. She believes while there are safety measure in place, PCR testing and having had both vaccines, she prefers to remain cautious about foreign travel and at the same time, use this as an opportunity to explore what’s on her doorstep. “Since taking on retirement my husband and I have loved travelling back to our ancestral home in India and also using our free time as an opportunity to explore other countries. Covid has made this difficult, however, that’s not a bad thing, as this gives me a good reason now to explore what’s around me.
Mr & Mrs Patel, travel frequently to India, but have decided to stay safe and explore local destinations for their annual break I have always wanted to see the Yorkshire Dales, there are some amazing national parks in our region along with some stunning waterfalls, so said to my husband, let’s book a cottage and walk around the national parks and experience the picturesque places on our doorstep.” The Bradford based former shopkeepers, have already used the start of summer to have day trips, shopping and site seeing. They’ve been visiting places like Leicester and London, basking in the recent hot weather and soaking in the plethora of shops and cafes. “We normally do a lot of shopping when we go to India, but Leicester has a really vibrant shopping culture, and they have lots of great places to eat out in. My husband and I are really enjoying the time to re-discover England.”
Due to Covid restrictions, regular trips to India have been put on hold by the Patel’s until foreign travel becomes safer
Here are some useful tips for travelling abroad Check gov.uk/travel-abroad before, during and after your travel to ensure you comply with latest COVID-19 regulations for the UK and the country you are visiting. Ensure you book authorised COVID-19 tests and complete relevant documentation (such
as Passenger Locator Forms) for your destination and return to the UK. Check gov.uk/visiteurope to ensure you comply with any new rules in place as a result of the UK having left the EU Check your passport is valid using gov.uk/check-passport
and allow up to 10 weeks for the renewal process If you need a negative COVID-19 test to enter a country, you should use a private test provider. NHS Test and Trace are a government funded service and do not provide tests for travel. Go to gov.uk/find-travel-
test-provider to find a private provider. Check the new requirements when travelling to Europe as we have left the EU. COVID-19 rates remain high in many countries, find out how you can help protect yourself. Travellers may require a COVID-19
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AFGHANISTAN: WHY A VISIBLY DISTRESSED GOVERNMENT MINISTER HAD TO ADMIT THAT ‘SOME PEOPLE WON’T GET BACK’ BY SARA DE JONG The current situation in Afghanistan has got us all aghast as events unfold. Sara de Jong a senior lecturer for the department of politics at University of York has written her analysis on the situation for The conversation. You know the situation is dire, when UK’s Defense Minister Ben Wallace choked up while speaking about the Afghanistan crisis. Here Sara
shares her analysis of the
all Afghans eligible to leave
situation.
for the UK and expressed his strong sense of moral
As he described the
responsibility towards Afghan
rapidly unfolding events in
local staff who had supported
Afghanistan on British radio,
the British mission.
UK defence secretary Ben Wallace fought back tears
How could this happen? Who
when he conceded that some
could be left behind?
Afghan local staff “won’t get back” before a full-scale
The “lightning speed” of
evacuation is completed. He
the Taliban’s advance fails
said that he felt a “really deep
to fully explain why so many
part of regret” that it would
western nations have been
not be possible to extract
left scrambling to bring their
Image: Screen grab
Taliban taking over presedential palace - Afghanistan
Refugee war Afghanistan former local Afghan staff to
As of February 2017, the UK’s
sanctuary. Interpreters and
Intimidation Investigation
other locally engaged civilians
Unit had received a total of
(known as LECs) have been at
401 claims of intimidation
risk for many years.
from Afghan interpreters and
Interpreters themselves, but
other local staff. However,
also veterans, journalists and
none were relocated to the
other advocates have said so
UK. Some were given “bespoke
for a long time. The relocation
security advice”, including the
should not have needed to
recommendations to “not wear
happen at the 11th hour.
expensive or ‘loud’ clothes”
In 2015, the Ministry of
and “discreetly check for IEDs
Defence published a “myth
(car bombs) before driving
buster” contrasting media
away”.
“claims” with “facts” on
But a House of Commons
this matter. It denied that
report concluded in 2018
it has dismissed claims of
that “the Afghan Intimidation
intimidation in Afghanistan in
Scheme appears to go to
order to avoid having to give
considerable lengths to
sanctuary to interpreters. It
preclude the relocation to the
responded by saying: “We
UK of interpreters and other
have not found an intimidation
locally employed civilians who
case where the threat is such
have reported threats and
that we need to relocate the
intimidation”. It also noted
local staff to the UK to make
that, “Given our Government’s
them safe.”
own stark assessment of
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ASIAN STANDARD / KIRKLEES the backlogged cases has not
relocation because they were
moved fast enough.
subcontracted rather than
As recently as the week
employed directly by the
before Kabul fell, the Home
UK government. Abdicating
Office sent out a flurry of
responsibility by employing
rejections to applicants who
people through third parties is
had previously been told
not done accidentally.
they were eligible. They had
Only after the embassy
sold their property, obtained
interpreters reached out to
documents, prepared to leave
the Sulha Alliance, and their
when they suddenly received
plight was highlighted in the
a letter that “their presence in
Times and the Daily Mail, were
the UK would not be conducive
they offered relocation to
to the public good”. Many of
the UK on July 31. All 21 are
them had worked for several
currently still in Afghanistan,
years for UK Armed Forces
fearing for their lives. None of
and their veteran colleagues
them knows when they will be
responded with incredulity.
relocated.
Wallace is not the only one
Others who have received
who has cried over what is
relocation offers as recently
happening. I heard from former
as in the last days have had
Afghan local staff already
no information about the
resettled in the UK who cried
next steps. Passport offices
in desperation for family
are closed and the local
members still in Afghanistan.
unit processing relocation
Despite reported cases where
applications is not responding
family members of Afghan
to calls or emails.
interpreters were killed, the
On August 1, Home Secretary
UK government has dragged
Priti Patel and Wallace
its feet on helping family
confidently declared that:
members left behind.
“Those coming to Britain know the truth. If you looked out
Limited change
for us, we will look after you.” To get to the truth, it may be
Media exposure has resulted
better to ask those who won’t
in change, but it has been
be coming to Britain any time
haphazard and reactive.
soon.
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the perilous Afghan security situation, the idea that [none] have faced threats and intimidation warranting their relocation to the UK is totally implausible.” The Afghan relocation and assistance policy was finally launched in April 2021. This is the mechanism under which Afghan local staff can currently apply for sanctuary in the UK – replacing the dysfunctional intimidation policy. When NATO started withdrawing from Afghanistan that same month, the UK promised to “accelerate the pace of relocations”. Despite this improvement, there are significant gaps between intentions and practice on the ground. Many at-risk people remain excluded from the policy and the acceleration of
Kabul a city on the move. Residents desperate to escape
Embassy in Kabul were
This article originally appeared in The
initially excluded from
Conversation.
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SUGAR: WHY SOME PEOPLE EXPERIENCE SIDE-EFFECTS WHEN THEY QUIT BY Professor JAMES BROWN It might surprise you to learn that sugar consumption has actually been steadily decreasing since 2008. This could be happening for any number of reasons, including a shift in tastes and lifestyles, with the popularity of lowcarbohydrate diets, like keto, increasing in the past decade. A greater understanding of the dangers of eating excess sugar on our health may also be driving this drop. Reducing sugar intake has clear health benefits, including reduced calorie intake, which can help with weight loss, and improved dental health. But people sometimes report side-effects when they try eating less sugar – including headaches, fatigue or mood changes, which are usually temporary. The reason for these side-effects is poorly understood. But it’s likely these symptoms relate to how the brain reacts when exposed to sugary foods – and the biology of “reward”. Carbohydrates come in several forms – including as sugars, which can naturally occur in many foods, such as fructose in fruits and lactose in milk. Table sugar – known as sucrose – is found in sugar cane and sugar beet, maple syrup and even honey. As mass production of food has become the norm, sucrose and other sugars are now added to foods to make them more palatable. Beyond the improved taste and “mouthfeel” of foods with high sugar content, sugar has profound biological effects in the brain. These effects are so significant it’s even led to a debate as to whether you can be “addicted” to sugar – though this is still being studied. Sucrose activates sweet taste receptors in the mouth which ultimately leads to the release of a chemical called dopamine in the brain. Dopamine is a neurotransmitter, meaning it’s a chemical that passes messages between nerves in the brain. When we’re exposed
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to a rewarding stimulus, the brain responds by releasing dopamine – which is why it’s often called the “reward” chemical. The rewarding effects of dopamine are largely seen in the part of the brain involved in pleasure and reward. Reward governs our behaviour – meaning we’re driven to repeat the behaviours which caused dopamine to be released in the first place. Dopamine can drive us to seek food (such as junk food). Experiments in both animals and people have shown how profoundly sugar activates these reward pathways. Intense sweetness surpasses even cocaine in terms of the internal reward it triggers. Interestingly, sugar is able to activate these reward pathways in the brain whether it’s tasted in the mouth or injected into the bloodstream, as shown in studies on mice. This means its effects are independent of the sweet taste. In rats, there’s strong evidence to suggest that sucrose
consumption can actually change the structures in the brain that dopamine activates as well as altering emotional processing and modifying behaviour in both animals and humans. Quitting sugar It’s obvious that sugar can have a powerful effect on us. So that’s why it’s not surprising to see negative effects when we eat less sugar or remove it from our diet completely. It’s during this early “sugar withdrawal” stage that both mental and physical symptoms have been reported – including depression, anxiety, brain fog and cravings, alongside headaches, fatigue and dizziness. This means giving up sugar can feel unpleasant, both mentally and physically, which may make it difficult for some to stick with the diet change The basis for these symptoms has not been extensively studied, but it’s likely they’re also linked to the reward pathways in the brain.
Although the idea of “sugar addiction” is controversial, evidence in rats has shown that like other addictive substances, sugar is able to induce bingeing, craving and withdrawal anxiety. Other research in animals has demonstrated that the effects of sugar addiction, withdrawal and relapse are similar to those of drugs. But most of the research that exists in this area is on animals, so it’s currently difficult to say whether it’s the same for humans. The reward pathways in the human brain have remained unchanged by evolution – and it’s likely many other organisms have similar reward pathways in their brains. This means that the biological impacts of sugar withdrawal seen in animals are likely to occur to some degree in humans too because our brains have similar reward pathways. A change in the brain’s chemical balance is almost certainly behind the symptoms reported in humans who remove or
reduce dietary sugar. As well as being involved in reward, dopamine also regulates hormonal control, nausea and vomiting and anxiety. As sugar is removed from the diet, the rapid reduction in dopamine’s effects in the brain would likely interfere in the normal function of many different brain pathways, explaining why people report these symptoms. Although research on sugar withdrawal in humans is limited, one study has provided evidence of withdrawal symptoms and increased sugar cravings after sugar was removed from the diets of overweight and obese adolescents. As with any dietary change, sticking to it is key. So if you want to reduce sugar from your diet long term, being able to get through the first few difficult weeks is crucial. It’s important to acknowledge, however, that sugar isn’t “bad” per se – but that it should be eaten in moderation alongside a healthy diet and exercise. This article originally appeared in The Conversation
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ALOO TIKKI CHAAT
Indian street food has become increasing popular here in the West and to be honest how can it not. What’s not to like. You’ll soon know what we are talking about when you try this yummy Aloo Tikki Chaat recipe from Supreme ingredients.
Aloo tikki is a crispy patty that is made with boiled potatoes, green chillies, coriander and spices. They are then shallow fried until golden and made into a delicious chaat by topping with spiced yogurt, tamarind sauce, mint & coriander chutney, sev and freshly chopped vegetables.
INGREDIENTS
METHOD METHOD
Aloo Tikki: 680g potatoes, boiled until tender, peeled and cooled ¼ cup finely chopped coriander 2 green chillies, finely chopped ½ cup Supreme Rice Flour 1 tsp Supreme Black Salt 1 tsp Supreme Amchoor powder 1 tsp Supreme Garam Masala 1 tsp Supreme Ginger & Garlic Paste ½ tsp Supreme Chilli Powder Salt to taste Oil to shallow fry
In a bowl, grate the peeled and cooled
Dahi (Yoghurt): 2 cups full fat yogurt ¼ cup milk 3 tbsp sugar 1 tsp Supreme Black Salt 1 tbsp Supreme Amchoor Powder 1 tsp Supreme Cumin Powder 1 tsp Supreme Chilli Powder Salt to taste
bowl and set aside. To assemble, place tikkis
Other Ingredients: Tamarind Chutney, thinned down with water if needed (recipe on Supreme-Ingredients.com) Mint & coriander chutney (recipe on SupremeIngredients.com) Sev Flat puris, crushed Chopped tomatoes Chopped red onions Chopped coriander
potatoes. Add remaining ingredients and mix really well. Use a ½ cup measuring cup to scoop out equal amounts. Using your hands form the mixture into tikkis (pattis). Heat enough oil to shallow fry over mediumhigh heat. Fry the tikkis in batches until deep golden. Mix all the ingredients for the dahi in a on a serving dish. Add a generous amount of dhai on top of the tikkis, then add spoonfuls mint & coriander chutney and imli sauce. Lastly, add crushed flat puris, sev, chopped tomatoes, chopped red onions and chopped coriander. Serve immediately.
Recipe in partnership with Supreme ingredients. For more recipes visit www.supreme-ingredients.com
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MY STORY AT REAL MADRID HAS BEEN WRITTEN: RONALDO ON TRANSFER RUMOURS Juventus star Cristiano Ronaldo has rubbished the disrespectful media reports which suggested the Portugal striker could return to Real Madrid. The star footballer is entering the last year of his Juventus deal and there were talks of him moving to his old club. “Anyone who knows me is aware of how focused I am on my work. Less talk and more action, this has been my guiding motto since the start of my career. However, in view of everything that’s been said and written
rumours, as well as to their players and staff. “My story at Real Madrid has been written. It’s been recorded. In words and numbers, in trophies and titles, in records and in headlines. It’s in the Museum at the Bernabeu Stadium and it’s also in the minds of every fan of the club. “And beyond what I achieved, I remember that in those nine years I had a relationship of deep affection and respect for ‘merengue aficion’, an affection and respect that I retain to this day, and that
“As well as this most recent episode in Spain, there have been frequent news and stories associating me with a number of clubs in many different leagues, with nobody ever being concerned about trying to find out the actual truth,” said Ronaldo. “I’m breaking my silence now to say that I can’t allow people to keep playing around with my name. I remain focused on my career and in my work, committed and prepared for all the challenges that I have to face. Everything else?
recently, I have to set out my position,” Ronaldo said in a statement on Instagram. “More than the disrespect for me as a man and as a player, the frivolous way that my future is covered in the media is disrespectful to all the clubs involved in these
I will always cherish. I know that the true Real Madrid fans will continue to have me in their hearts, and I will have them in mine,” he added. The Juventus star also blasted the recent news and stories claiming that he is in talks with other clubs too.
Everything else is just talk,” he added. Earlier this month, in one of the biggest transfers in football, Lionel Messi signed for PSG on a two-year contract with an option of a third-year after leaving Barcelona.
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AFGHAN PARALYMPIANS TO MISS TOKYO 2020
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Afghanistan’s Paralympic team will not participate in the Games in Tokyo next
Paralympic Committee) Afghanistan will no longer participate in the Tokyo
treatment of women. “It was a dream for NPC Afghanistan to attend the
week because they are trapped in the country, confirmed the International Paralympic Committee (IPC). Just two para-athletes from Afghanistan were scheduled to compete in the Games - taekwondo player Zakia Khudadadi and track and field star Hossain Rasouli. The 23-year-old Zakia was to be the first woman ever to represent Afghanistan at the Paralympics.
2020 Paralympic Games,” IPC spokesman Craig Spence was quoted as saying by aljazeera.com. “Due to the serious ongoing situation in the country, all airports are closed and there is no way for them to travel to Tokyo.” It’s the first time Afghanistan won’t be represented at the Paralympics since the Sydney Games in 2000 - when the country was banned from competing due
Tokyo 2020 but with these unfortunate circumstances it’s close to impossible”, Afghanistan Paralympic’ Committee’s Chef de Mission Arian Sadiqi, who is based in London, said on Twitter. Taliban forces have overrun major cities and now control most of Afghanistan. The hardline Islamist movement was ousted in 2001 but has again taken control of the country as foreign forces, led by the United States,
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GB’s very own two-time champion Andy Murray made good on a main draw wildcard to win his opening game against Frenchman Richard Gasquet at the Western and Southern Open this week. In his first match since a third-round defeat to Denis Shapovalov at Wimbledon, the former world No. 1 ground out a 6-4, 6-4 victory over the world No. 53. Murray finished with 38 winners, including 15 aces, to Gasquet’s 20 winners. He won 81 per cent of first-serve points to his opponent’s 61 per cent and committed 28 unforced errors. “I thought I did well. I moved pretty well for my first singles match in a while on hard courts,” Murray said. “Certainly, a little bit more confidence in my movement than when I played him a
couple of years ago. It was my first match (in 2019) I’d played since (I had) the metal hip in so I was a bit apprehensive. “He uses all the angles on the court really well and makes you move a lot, so you need to move well against him, and I did that tonight. I served good. I got a lot of free points on my serve. I thought I was taking control of the rallies when I had the opportunities, so it was a good match,” said Murray. Gasquet had beaten Spaniards Fernando Verdasco and Jaume Munar in qualifying to take his place in the main draw and would have done well to remember his most recent encounter with Murray -- a straight-sets victory in his favour at this stage in Cincinnati two years ago. It was Murray who held
the advantage in the pair’s ATP head-to-head and he improved that to 9-4 when he broke Gasquet for the last time to secure victory after one hour and 50 minutes. He awaits the winner of ninth seed Hubert Hurkacz of Poland and Alejandro Davidovich Fokina of Spain. “The courts and the balls are pretty fast. Obviously playing in the evening slows it down a little bit but that was to my advantage,” Murray said. “He played with a lot of spin and during the day the ball gets up very high, but he wasn’t able to get as high on me today, so I was able to step in and control a lot of the points. “It’s amazing. They were saying it’s the 16th year I’ve been here. I don’t think I’ve played any tournament more than that,” he said.
DID NOT LOOK DELIBERATE, JUST ACCIDENTAL: RATHOUR ON ALLEGED BALL-TAMPERING India batting coach Vikram Rathour has said that he does not think England was trying to tamper with the ball, and the whole sequence of events was just accidental, and it was not deliberate. Two English players were seen stepping on the ball with their spikes before the 34th over of India’s second innings in the ongoing second Test at the Lord’s Cricket Ground last Sunday. “Not really, we were sitting outside so we hardly saw those replays. I saw it later, it
accidental, we did not think anything about it actually,” said Rathour during a virtual press conference. Shaun Pollock who was commenting at that time also showed his disapproval regarding the incident. Notably, the ball wasn’t changed by the umpires after this incident. Pollock even mentioned the match referee might want to have a look at it. England pacer Stuart Broad though was quick to call it an accident. Replying to a fan on Twitter, he wrote “As
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The groupings Round 1 Group A Sri Lanka, Ireland, the Netherlands and Namibia Group B Bangladesh, Scotland, Papua New Guinea and Oman (Top two teams from each group advance to Super 12s) Super 12s Group 1 England, Australia, South Africa, West Indies, A1 and B2. Babar Azam rankings. All the players are excited, motivated and enthusiastic, and view this tournament as an opportunity to showcase our prowess and reestablish our superiority in the shortest format of the game in conditions that suit us best. “I remain focused in inspiring my side with my performances so that we can become the first Pakistani side to win an ICC major event in Asia,” said Azam. England captain Eoin Morgan said that the standard of T20 cricket around the world is improving exponentially and every nation has a chance of becoming world champions. “It should be one of the closest and most competitive world tournaments to date and we can’t wait to get started,” said Morgan. Oman will take on
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Group 2 India, Pakistan, New Zealand, Afghanistan, A2 and B1. (Top two teams from each group advance to the semi-finals) Schedule Round 1 Oct 17 Oman v Papua New Guinea at Muscat; Bangladesh v Scotland at Muscat; Oct 18 Ireland v Netherlands at Abu Dhabi; Sri Lanka v Namibia at Abu Dhabi; Oct 19 Scotland v PNG at Muscat; Oman v Bangladesh at Muscat; Oct 20 Namibia v Netherlands at Abu Dhabi; Sri Lanka v Ireland at Abu Dhabi; Oct 21 Bangladesh v PNG at Muscat; Oman v Scotland at Muscat; Oct 22 Namibia v Ireland at Sharjah; Sri Lanka v Netherlands at Sharjah. Super 12s Oct 23 Australia v South Africa at Abu Dhabi; England v West Indies at Dubai; Oct 24 A1 v B2 at Sharjah; India v Pakistan at Dubai; Oct 25 Afghanistan v B1 at Sharjah; Oct 26 South Africa v West Indies at Dubai; Pakistan v New Zealand at Sharjah; Oct 27 England v B2 at Abu Dhabi; B1 v A2 at Abu Dhabi; Oct 28 Australia v A1 at Dubai; Oct 29 West Indies v B2 at Sharjah; Pakistan v Afghanistan at Dubai; Oct 30 South Africa v A1 at Sharjah; Australia v England at Dubai; Oct 31 Afghanistan v A2 at Abu Dhabi; India v New Zealand at Dubai; Nov 1 England v A1 at Sharjah; Nov 2 South Africa v B2 at Abu Dhabi; Pakistan v A2 at Abu Dhabi; Nov 3 New Zealand v B1 at Dubai; India v Afghanistan at Abu Dhabi; Nov 4 Australia v B2 at Dubai; West indies v A1 at Abu Dhabi; Nov 5 New Zealand v A2 at Sharjah; India v B1 at Dubai; Nov 6 Australia v West Indies at Abu Dhabi; England v South Africa at Sharjah; Nov 7 New Zealand v Afghanistan at Abu Dhabi; Pakistan v B1, at Sharjah; Nov 8 India v A2 at Dubai. Knock-out stage Nov 10 Semifinal 1 (A1 v B2), Abu Dhabi; Nov 1 1 Semifinal 2 (B1 v A2), Dubai. Nov 14 Final, Dubai.