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AN MP who was caught in up the recent anti-Semitism row which rocked the Labour Party, says communities are being turned against one another creating a ‘them and us’ mentality, thanks to the way extremism is being tackled.

Naz Shah, MP for Bradford West, said parents are afraid to even talk to their children, about radicalisation issues for fear of becoming targets, of Government schemes like Channel or Prevent, which work to detect signs of terrorism.

The busy mum, who is awaiting the outcome of an investigation by the Labour Party, spoke at a conference on safeguarding and radicalisation in her home city of Bradford where she was a guest speaker, along with Nazir Afzal, former Chief Crown Prosecutor and the UK’s most senior Muslim lawyer. (See pages 6 & 7)

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Cow heroicly tries to rescue victim of horrific ‘honour killing’ Footage has emerged of a cow coming to the rescue of a young woman who was being stabbed by her father and uncle in an apparent ‘honour killing’.

The attack happened outside a women’s refuge in the city of Gwalior in Madhya Pradesh, India, the Hindustan Times reported.

The full story isn’t clear about the girl, but it is believed that she had eloped with a young man, known as Sonu and this was not acceptable by her family While the two men were carrying out their coldblooded attack on the girl, a heroic cow that was tied up nearby broke free and ran

towards them.

CCTV footage shows the panicked men trying to run away, but the cow jumps on and grabs them. All the while, her calf looked on from the sidelines.

escaped and are now on the run.

Sometimes animals are more human than humans

Sadly, however, the girl didn’t survive.

Police are now hunting for the two men, who

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Wrist band invented to give you shock if you overspend.

A wristband has been invented to give you an electric shock every time you go into your overdraft, or you go over a pre-determined limit.

UK based company Intelligent Environments has partnered up with Pavlok to bring you the wristband, which is powered by the Interact IoT software.

‘This is all about giving customers the choice to control how they spend money,’ David Webber, chief executive of Intelligent Environments, told the Telegraph.

If you don’t fancy getting a zap whenever you overspend you can choose to have your heating turned down by a recommended three degrees instead.

This isn’t necessarily to punish you, this simple

action could actually save you £255 a year, according to Intelligent Environments.

The temperature control system works using Google’s smart thermostat system – Nest.

No bank has announced it will use the system just yet but Intelligent Environments has reassured potential customers their information will be safe.

‘It’s completely secure,’ Mr Webber added.

‘There’s absolutely no financial or personal information passing into the devices.’

Pavlok also has a device that helps people to stop smoking by giving them a zap.

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Close to half of London’s ethnic minorities ‘have suffered racist abuse’ Despite recently voting in the first Muslim Pakistani Mayor according to a survey, almost half of ethnic minority Londoners have suffered some form of direct racial abuse.

Opinium Research surveyed 1,000 Londoners of all backgrounds, and asked them to describe their sense of identity and experiences.

It found that two-fifths of all Londoners said they’ve been discriminated against, while one-fifth said it happens regularly.

But the situation is particularly bad for people from a black, Asian or minority ethnic (BAME) background, with a disturbing 46 per cent saying they’ve suffered racist jokes or insults.

But a lot of the racism people experience is less overt, and more insidious than someone hurling direct insults at them.

For example, more than two-fifths say they feel they are treated differently in public places like restaurants and shops.

And almost three-fifths believe that some jobs are effectively closed to BAME people as a result of institutional racism.

Sadly, three-tenths still didn’t think there could be a black Prime Minister.

Meanwhile, 38 per cent of people of all backgrounds said they were regularly exposed to someone making racist comments and then passing them off as a joke.

However, most people did say they thought Britain was less racist than it was 20 years ago.

Among Londoners of all backgrounds, 58 per cent said they thought it was less racist. This fell to 51 per cent among ethnic minorities only.

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Record 51C Temperature Recorded in India experienced very high temperatures.

Its metrological department issued a heat alert for Delhi on Wednesday when a temperature of 47 degrees was recorded in the capital.

Alerts have also been issued for three states - Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, and Rajasthan.

Temperatures are not expected to drop until late on Saturday, while this year’s monsoon rains are predicted to be late.

A record temperature has been set in India, where the mercury rose to 51 degrees Celsius (123.8 Fahrenheit) in the north-western town of Phalodi.

A quarter of the population – around 330 million people – are now affected by water shortages, because of a drought accompanying the heat.

The previous record of 50.6 Celcius had stood for 60 years, which was also set in the state of Rajasthan, India in the city of Alwar in 1956

May is typically the hottest and driest month in India.

That, too, was set in the state of Rajasthan - recorded in the city of Alwar in 1956.

This is the second year that India has

During last year’s heatwave, 2,135 people died because of the soaring temperatures.

This year’s statistics are yet to be released.

A controlling boyfriend has been jailed for controlling his girlfriend’s social life, telling her what to eat and wear, and forcing her to exercise.

Mohammed Anwaar showed girlfriend Gemma Doherty pictures of women’s bodies and telling her she didn’t look as good as them.

He also restricted who she could see, striking her self-confidence.

Anwaar pleaded guilty to a new charge of controlling or coercive behaviour along with nine counts of assault and criminal damage.

He was jailed for two and a half years after the court heard his mood changed quickly and he ruined Gemma’s life.

As well as controlling her, Anwaar was open to fits of rage. In one incident she fell unconscious when he throttled her after smashing up her iPhone, slapping and kicking her.

He also attacked her in front of her sons and on two or three occasions slapped her around the back of the head.

Prosecutor Nicola Quinney said Anwaar had held a knife to Miss Doherty’s throat, asking her if she wanted him to kill her, and saying he wasn’t scared of a life sentence. During the attack, Miss Doherty’s son Ethan, three, was hiding under the bed.

Judge Julian Goose QC said: ‘You plainly have a history of violence.’

She said the relationship started out well but that changed in May last year.

‘I knew how quickly his mood could change over the smallest thing,’ she said. ‘He ruined my daily life.’

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High Blood pressure can be increased by up to 17% if you eat potatoes, but not if you eat crisps According to a study published in the British Medical Journal if you have four or more servings a week of baked, boiled or mashed potatoes, you’re 11 per cent more likely to get high blood pressure and 17 per cent higher if you have the same number of servings of chips.

the weight of participants into account.

Researchers studied data from more than 187,000 men and women from three large US studies over the last 20 years.

However, eating crisps has no effect.

And the crisp exception held true even when the team took

Apparently, all you have to do is replace one of your potato servings a day with a serving of non-starchy vegetables, and your risk of getting high blood pressure will drop by around seven per cent.

Researchers reckon it could be down to the high glycaemic index (GI) of potatoes. High

GI foods release energy more quickly, and raise blood sugar more quickly as a result.

High GI meals have been associated with dysfunction of cells in the body, oxidative stress and inflammation – which, the research team said, are all ‘potentially important mechanisms in the development of hypertension (high blood pressure)’.

Influential Muslim woman Adeeba Malik receives CBE Adeeba Malik’s contribution as a British Muslim woman to mainstream public bodies was formally recognised on 20 May as she was awarded a CBE by the HRH the Prince of Wales during an Investiture ceremony at Buckingham Palace, London.

The Commander of the Order of the British Empire is awarded for having a distinguished, innovative contribution in a prominent role at national level, or a leading role at regional level.

Adeeba said: “When I first heard about the honour it was a complete shock. I was humbled too. I hope it inspires others. I came from a working class background growing up in Bradford and educated at local schools. There’s a long way to go around equality and opportunity, but I hope this award shows what can be achieved.”

Adeeba has held many

ministerial and nonministerial high profile national and regional board level appointments in the last 15 years in diverse organisations including British Waterways, Yorkshire Forward, and the Advisory Board on Naturalisation and Immigration. She was the first Asian woman to serve on most of these boards.

In 2005, she was appointed Chair of the National Ethnic Minority Business Forum based in the Department for Trade and Industry and became a Commissioner for the Women and Work Commission set up by then Prime Minister, Tony Blair.

Adeeba is deputy chief executive of Bradford-based QED Foundation a leading and respected national development agency. Founded in 1990, QED is working with ethnic minorities to eradicate poverty, disadvantage and discrimination. Adeeba joined

QED in 1992 after one year of teaching in a Bradford school. She has supported QED to become one of the most influential organisations of its kind in the UK. In 2004, Adeeba was awarded an MBE in the Queen’s Birthday Honours List for services to ethnic minority businesses.

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MP says 'a “them and us” mentality is dividing communities, thanks to the way extremism is being tackled'

by Alison Bellamy AN MP who was caught up in a controversial antiSemitism row, has spoken out about how tackling extremism in young people is dividing our communities, creating a “them and us” mentality.

Naz Shah, MP for Bradford West, who is awaiting the outcome of an investigation by the labour Party following anti-Semitic remarks she made on Facebook before she became an MP, said that local communities have been turned against one another when it comes to tackling extremism.

At a conference on safeguarding and radicalisation, held in Bradford, the MP said she believes there is a ‘them and us’ mentality within the Muslim community, which

was proving hard to break.

She said: “We have turned communities against each other and we have created ‘them and us’.

“Muslim parents are afraid to discuss things with their children in case they go back to school the next day and talk about terrorism and they are then referred onto the Channel project or they are then referred onto ‘these kids are at risk’.”

Government schemes including Prevent and the Channel project, which seek to help stamp out sign of radicalisation, and stop youngsters being drawn into terrorism, have come under fire from educators, including the National Union of Teachers, who claim their job is to teach and not to police our children.

Jane Campbell, a partner

Naz Shah, MP for Bradford West

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Talha Asmal, 17, from Dewsbury, youngest suicide bomber died in June 2015.

with Keighley family law firm Makin Dixon, who organised the conference, said: “The conference on radicalisation - safeguarding children and young people was a huge success and feedback has been overwhelmingly positive. We successfully created an open platform to discuss sensitive issues.

We will continue to support and work with families in the Yorkshire and Lancashire areas on these issues. We remain not afraid to tackle hard hitting issues and to help and advise those most vulnerable in the community. “ She said their solicitors have seen an increase in the number of cases involving issues around radicalisation.

She added they had seen at first hand the “devastating effect this can have upon the victim’s life, as well as their greater family unit”.

The event featured expert speakers including former chief crown prosecutor Nazir Afzal; Professor Paul Rogers of the peace studies department at the University of Bradford, a representative of the PREVENT department at West Yorkshire Police, imams, community nurses, family support workers, and educational professionals.

Mrs Campbell said: “The reason we chose

Prevent – Tackling extremism in schools

radicalisation is we have had cases where it has become an issue.

“We have had about a dozen cases in court, which is a staggering increase.”

But she added: “It is not an epidemic. It is more that people are alive to the issue and more willing to confront it, which is a good thing.

They feel more comfortable.

“It’s not about the demonisation of radicalisation. It’s about breaking down barriers and communication.”

She said she hoped the conference would now encourage more people to come forward to discuss their issues and concerns.

It was attended by 350 people from across Yorkshire, including medical professionals, schools, nurseries, charities working with young people and other professionals working with children and young people.

The parents of 17-yearold Talha Asmal, from Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, who died in June 2015, were devastated when he became the youngest ever suicide bomber after allegedly fighting for Daesh in Iraq.

They later said they believed he had been groomed on the internet using ‘deliberate and calculated grooming’ before he went travelling.

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Two Yorkshire families are also feared to have gone to Syria to join Daesh.

Last June, sisters Khadija Dawood, 30, Sugra Dawood, 34, and Zohra Dawood, 33, from Bradford, went missing after going on an Islamic pilgrimage to Saudi Arabia with their nine children.

And last October, Imran Ameen, 39, his wife, Farzana Ameen, 40, and their five children, aged between five and 15, also from Bradford, disappeared after buying a one-way ticket to Turkey.

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Man appears in court charged with 2011 double murder after being extradited from Pakistan A man, Mohammad Zubair, who was wanted by British police for questioning about a double murder in Bradford was handed over to the authorities in Bradford on Thursday after being extradited from Pakistan.

It is believed this is the first extradition case between the two countries despite both not having any extradition treaty.

Mohammed Zubair, who was 31 at the time, has been charged with the murders of Imran Khan (27) and Ahmedin Sayed Khyel (35), who were found dead in New Lane, Tong in May 2011.

Mohammad Zubair appeared in court on Thursday charged with a double murder in Bradford.

He will appeared in court again on Friday.

Zubair, of Heath Terrace, Barkerend, has been in custody in Pakistan since November

2013 and his extradition is the first instance in more than a decade from that country to the UK. Zubair’s solicitor Shahzad Ali, told the court that there was an appeal pending in Pakistan before the crown court.

He said, “The decision had not been announced by that court as to his return so I’m not prepared to concede his return to this country was legal. I want it noted on the record.”

Zubair appeared in the dock blue with handcuffs.

Mohammed Zubair was charged with murdering labourer Imran Khan and electrician Ahmedin Sayed Khyel

Senior Investigating Officer Detective Superintendent Simon Atkinson, said: “After five years, West Yorkshire Police has managed to arrange the extradition of Mohammed Zubair, who has been held in custody in Pakistan since November 2013. I would like to praise the Pakistani

authorities for their assistance and endeavours in not only securing his arrest, but also ensuring his extradition back to the UK. This has been a process that has taken a long time to come to fruition, and is the first instance in more than 10 years that anyone has been extradited from Pakistan to the

Ahmedin Sayed Khyel, 35

Imran Khan, 27

UK.”

Commission has paid off. The first extradition from Pakistan to the UK for ten years is an important achievement, and shows the value of BritishPakistani cooperation. I would like, in particular, to thank the Pakistani authorities for all their assistance.”

In response to the extradition of Mohammed Zubair from Pakistan to the UK, British High Commissioner Thomas Drew CMG said, “I am delighted that the hard work of the Pakistani authorities, West Yorkshire police and at the British High

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The report by Bradford Council noted that two schools have already benefited from the introduction of solar panels, and a further forty may be suitable.

One primary school in Saltaire, has saved approximately £2,700 in less than a year, since their panels were fitted in September 2015.

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Taxi driver who planned to marry ‘jihadi bride’ found guilty of terror offences A taxi driver who planned to leave his pregnant wife and marry a jihadi bride in Syria has been jailed for terror offences.

Officers also seized travel documents and kit for his trip, including factor 50 sun cream, cash, a mosquito net and combat clothes.

Naseer Taj intended to leave his heavily pregnant spouse and young son in Britain while pursuing martyrdom with the so-called Islamic State.

Taj claimed at a trial in February that he had decided at the last minute that living in the caliphate was not for him.

The 26-year-old was jailed for eight years and three months at the Old Bailey after being found guilty of preparation of terrorist acts and having copies of the al Qaeda magazine Inspire.

He was also convicted of possessing a false driving licence.

Police swooped on the cabbie’s one-bedroom flat in Victoria Road, Bedford, two days before he was due to travel.

He had booked a Eurostar ticket to Brussels and flight to Turkey.

The former FedEx worker had a stash of extremist material on his phone, including al Qaeda magazines which included an article about parcel bombs, UPS and FedEx.

Mohammed Anwar had booked Eurostar tickets to Brussels and planned to fly to Turkey from there

But handing down a jail term, Judge Stephen Kramer said the jury had not been “fooled”.

Detective Inspector Ryan Brammer said: “Naseer Mirza Taj was a very

active supporter of Daesh who had clear plans to travel to Syria to join so-called Islamic State.

“From our investigations, we believe he was planning to attend a training camp in Syria, marry a jihadi bride before fighting and ultimately dying for IS. “It almost beggars belief that he was willing to leave his pregnant wife behind, but it shows how quickly people can become radicalised and the lengths that extremists are willing to go to in order to pledge

their allegiance to their ‘cause’.”

Taj created a Twitter page with a background image of Jihadi John wielding a knife and sent out thousands of jihadi tweets.

A few days before his arrest he tweeted: “Oh disbelievers!!! Burn in ur rage and commit suicide the Islamic State is coming 2 u. Watch ur back.”

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The Queen’s Speech All you need to know.

The primary focus of The State Opening of Parliament on Thursday, which marked the opening of the 2016-17 session of parliament was the Queen’s speech, in which she outlined the government’s proposed policies and legislation for the next parliamentary session.

A total of 21 Bills were revealed which met with a mixed reaction.

Some of the Bills she introduced have been carried over from the last parliamentary session. These were the Policing and Crime Bill and the Investigatory Powers Bill which will modernise laws governing the use and oversight of investigatory powers both on the local and national scale.

Other bills that were announced in the 2015-16 session but were not introduced were again announced. One of these was the Counter-Extremism and Safeguarding Bill, regarding

which the government’s Counter Extremism Strategy was published last October. This is a key piece of legislation for the next session, and has already garnered a lot of debate, which no doubt will be a major focus over the next few weeks.

Several issues that will be the subjects of legislation in the new session were also announced with the introduction of the Prison and Courts Reform Bill perhaps resulting in possibly one of the largest overhaul of prisons since the 19th century, and would provide prison governors with more autonomy and independence. Thousands of offenders will be housed in new reform prisons that will replace old and decrepit buildings, and prison governors will be granted more freedom to make financial and legal decisions.

The range of reforms will further the government’s obligation

to protect the public through cutting crime rates by reducing reoffending.

The Education Bill according to the Queen’s speech is set to feature in parliament either as an all-inclusive Education Bill or as multiple pieces of legislation.

One of the issues previously addressed was the Department of Education’s White Paper proposing, among other things, a system in which all schools would become academies. This proposal was later amended to say that only in specific situations would schools be required to convert to academies. Other issues included in the proposed policies are attention to school funding reform and emphasis for career advice in schools. Today, the Queen stated that the Education for All Bill will be introduced to create a foundation on which to provide educational excellence in all schools. It will also provide

for more equal balance between schools.

Childcare and adoption was also proposed with a series of changes to adoption and care processes.

Last year, the government announced that it was considering changes to adoption law that would ensure that decisions are made for the best long-term interests of the child. The Queen said that this year, the Children and Social Work Bill will allow children to be adopted without unnecessary delay and will improve the standard of social work and prospects for young people in care.

Other legislation will cover matters concerning a variety of issues. One such focus is transportation. The government will ensure that the UK is at the forefront of technology in this area, including research into autonomous and electric

vehicles in the Modern Transport Bill. This Bill will also include research for an operational spaceport. Measures will be taken to boost economic growth, such as the development of a ‘northern powerhouse’ to promote economic growth in northern England, particularly in Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds, Sheffield and Newcastle. This aims to reposition the economy away from south east England and London.

She also introduced measures that will be taken with regards to higher education to support the establishment of new universities and promote competition and wider choices through the Higher Education and Research Bill, to aid people with low incomes to build up savings through the Lifetime Savings Bill, and to introduce a levy on the soft drinks industry through the Finance Bill 2017.

Queen’s Speech 2016 Summary • Digital Economy Bill – Creates new right to highspeed broadband for every household.

• Prison and Courts Reform Bill – Gives new freedoms to governors to run their own jails.

• Modern Transport Bill – Clears way for new spaceports, driverless cars and drones.

• National Citizen Service Bill – Expands the volunteering scheme for young people and puts it on a permanent footing.

• Neighbourhood Planning and Infrastructure Bill – Reforms planning system and gives new powers for people to shape developments in their home areas.

• Local Growth and Jobs Bill – Gives councils powers to keep and invest 100% of business rates, and to vary their level.

• Better Markets Bill – Makes it easier for utility customers to switch providers.

• Bus Services Bill – Gives elected mayors powers over buses.

• NHS (Overseas Visitors Charging) Bill – Recovers cost of NHS treatment from non-UK residents.

• Pensions Bill – Removes barriers to accessing pension savings.

• Children and Social Work Bill – Speeds up adoptions and gives guarantees of more support for children leaving care.

• Education for All Bill – Allows for expansion of academy programme.

• Higher Education and Research Bill – Supports the establishment of new universities.

• Lifetime Savings Bill – Establishes a Help to Save scheme and Lifetime ISAs. • Soft Drinks Industry Levy – Introduces new tax on sugar-rich fizzy drinks from April 2018.

• Small Charitable Donations Bill – Helps charities and community groups increase fundraising powers.

• British Bill of Rights – Consultation on proposals to replace the Human Rights Act. • Counter-Extremism and Safeguarding Bill – Tackles extremism, including by intervening in unregulated schools and consulting on new civil order powers to restrict radical activities.

• Criminal Finances Bill – Introduces criminal offence for companies which fail to stop staff facilitating tax evasion.

• Cultural Property (Armed Conflicts Bill) – Allows the UK to sign up to international convention protecting cultural artefacts in war zones.

• Wales Bill – Establishes new devolution settlement for Wales

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Get ready for Ramadan and know the facts, urges Diabetes UK

In the lead up to the holy month of Ramadan, Diabetes UK’s trained volunteers will be visiting Mosques and Islamic centres to talk to people about how they can fast safely.

With Ramadan starting on 7 June this year, the long summer days will see people fasting for almost 18 hours a day.

This can be challenging for anyone, but even more so for people with diabetes. People with the condition are not required to fast during and can instead complete duties by offering charity or providing food to the poor. However, those who do choose to fast need to take particular care as fasting for this length of time will increase the risk of their blood glucose levels rising or falling, which can be very dangerous, and of them becoming dehydrated.

This is why Diabetes UK has specially trained volunteers to deliver training, tools and resources to help people with diabetes who are Muslim to decide whether or not they will fast, and to guide

them as to how they can fast healthily if they do decide to.

and drinking outside of fasting hours is vital.”

Krishna Sarda, Engaging Communities Manager at Diabetes UK, said: “South Asian people are more likely to develop Type 2 diabetes, and that means there will be lots of people with the condition who may think they have to fast for Ramadan. This is where our volunteers have such an important role to play, helping people to better understand what fasting entails so they can make an informed decision as to whether or not they will fast.

Olivia Djouadi, 44, from Bromley, is one of the trained volunteers who delivers these sessions. She has Type 1 diabetes and chooses not to fast during Ramadan. She says: “If you have a condition like diabetes and are on medication then you don’t have to fast – it is important for religious reasons to keep your body in good health.

“While fasting is not always necessary for people with diabetes, choosing to fast is a personal decision that is best made after speaking with both your Imam and your diabetes team. If you decide to fast, you may choose to postpone this until winter when shorter days mean you would not have to fast for so long.

“If you choose to fast during Ramadan, it is important to get advice from your doctor or nurse beforehand and sensible eating

“I was quite surprised how many people with diabetes who are Muslim didn’t realise that they could do other activities in place of fasting, such as feeding other people or volunteering. I always volunteer in a nursing home and so I know I have made my contribution.”

To arrange for a volunteer to deliver a session, get in touch with Diabetes UK as soon as possible to arrange in advance of Ramadan.

For more information on diabetes and fasting, visit: www.diabetes.org.uk/Ramadan

Olivia Djouadi has Type 1 diabetes and chooses not to fast during Ramadan

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Here are some tips that diabetics should follow if they are planning to fast during Ramadan: Frequent monitoring of blood sugar level is key to safe fasting for diabetics. It is critical for patients to monitor their blood sugar level multiple times through the day.

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- Do not overeat. One of the main reasons behind Ramadan fasting is to learn to curb your desires and tune in to Allah.

Pay attention to your bodily signals and understand hunger.

- At Iftar, break your fast with sugar-free and decaffeinated drinks to rehydrate your body and avoid dehydration.

- Limit your consumption of sweets during Ramadan.

- Include fruits, vegetables, pulses and curd in your diet.

- Do not sleep soon after your dinner; allow an interval of around 2 hours. Avoid complex carbs right before bedtime.

- Ensure right nutrient intake at the time of Sehri. Suggested items include whole grain bread, whole grain low sugar cereals, beans and lentils.

- Avoid deep fried foods such as parantha, puri, samosa, chwera and pakoras. Starchy items such as rice and wheat chapattis can be consumed, but be sure to time them right.

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GHAP SHAP Women of Influence

FarnazJaveed Khan Sukhy

‘The only option I give myself is to win’

FitBritches - The name has been creating Many mums will haveripples heard of wellindustry this edition we inMilkysnugz, the textiles and introduce you to the inventor women simply can’t stop and founder of the popular talking about one of UK’s brand, Sukhy Heer Javeed. leading brands for feminine Milkysnugz are cuddly, baby shapewear. bottle comforters which help

We withtransition founder aid caught breast toup bottle and inventor independent feeding. and of FitBritches, Sukhvinder, a mum-of-two Farnaz Khan, who has herself, flew out to China had an interesting journey alone in 2011 to build her own since the Today products launch, business. her brand has towon being on Dragons Den several awards, not to and today becoming mention Dragons Den, a Theo Paphitis’ ‘Small Business household name.

Thriving to help women keep in shape, by Farnaz Khan Womeninvention of Influence

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And I was their friends!

And obviously my own online properties knew that to was just thinking I can do this. dads want getcommercial involved – reached 20mokay, consumers suicide.

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with low self esteem. I experimented with a lot of stuff and developed a range of fabrics making them hydrophobic, infused with ingredients, e.g vit E and scents, and did a private label development of a European retail chain.

Fit Britches® is now an award winning range of shapewear and body shapers, clinically proven to help firm loose skin and improve the appearance of cellulite in just 30 days. The products have been widely seen in the Press: Daily Mail, Sunday Post, Bella Magazine, Good Morning America, This Morning, featured on British Television and worn by celebrities including Khloe Kardashian, Jessie J and many more. Fit Britches made the finalist UK Lingerie Awards for BEST Shapewear brand of the year award, and the UK’s hottest start ups 100 list.

To date Fit Britches control pants has shipped to 50+ countries, our mission is to “reshape” the world.

Can people buy FitBritches outside of the UK? Yes! We ship worldwide and have served customers in over 50 different countries worldwide.

Where is your business heading now? What’s next?

We’re looking to grow our product lines and expand into new markets.

What or who has been your greatest influence in business and why?

My mum, she has been a rock and great inspiration to me. My mum has grafted, worked hard all her life. juggled family, work and adversity. My mum had no one. She taught me to work

hard with integrity, honour and do things of my own back.

What would you say is your greatest professional accomplishment to date?

Getting worldwide press coverage on how I went from a dress size 14 to 8 with Fit Britches. As a result we sold out, had back orders from customers worldwide.

We’ve also gained a number of high profile celebrity features including Khloe Kardashian, Jessie J and more. Fit Britches made the UK Lingerie Awards finalist for Best Shapewear Brand of the Year Award and made the hottest startups 100 list.

How do you juggle family life with running an international business? How do you keep the balance?

You have to have strong discipline and good time management just as you would at home, but with an extra load. I take a lot of my work home and sacrifice a lot of my sleep to run a

tight ship!

You’ve won and been nominated for many awards over the years, what do they mean to you?

It’s always humbling to be recognized and makes the hard work worthwhile. It’s also a shining moment for my family. For me it’s about creating great memories we can treasure and having a positive impact on society.

When your journey inspires other people in a positive way to do something with their lives and change it for the better, that feeling is priceless as you know you are making a positive difference and its impact is invaluable. Business shouldn’t just be about profit, but purpose and the impact you can have on others.

What one thing have you learned as a business owner that has served you well over the years?

Always trust your gut instincts, they know more than you think.

What advice would you offer anyone who

is sat on an invention and doesn’t know how to take it to market?

Do your homework (lots of research), understand your market, value proposition, channel to markets and evaluate your industry/competition too.

Businesses never plan to fail but they do fail to plan.

What are your views on the EU? Should we stay or leave? And why?

I say stay in. It’s easier to trade as a single entity to the rest of the world as we have one set of regulations, tax rules, postage rate (crucial for us as we serve customers everywhere) etc. I think separating will cause a major issue and it could have a drastic impact on the markets. Secondly we have to consider skills, the tech sector has to draw in skills from everywhere as there is a massive shortage but the sector is growing so we need skilled people to sustain it. The same applies to other sectors like nursing, medicine (consider the impact on our health service as there is already a massive

shortage) teaching and more, e.g. jobs people don’t want to do. I also feel when people of different backgrounds collaborate it fosters innovation, which is key for growth. The other thing to consider is that at the moment it’s an idea and we’re voting on an idea not a complete exit plan which I find quite daunting. If we vote out there will be a transition period; no one really fully knows how this will impact everybody, industry etc. and how or what will need to take place. There isn’t really a blueprint to say this is what exiting means and how it will affect you personally - and let’s face it, everyone will somehow be affected. The markets have an impact on the banks, inflation etc., which has a knock on effect - you get the picture.

Finally, what’s the best advice you have received in business that you wish to pass on to our readers.

“Have faith” if you don’t have faith in yourself, how do you expect others to have faith in your business, services or products?

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However, evidence suggests that there are a group or cohort of people who smoke and deny that smoking affects their health or could do in the future. This can present a challenge as public health strategies may find it difficult to engage with these particular people.

Hi! Let’s talk about a very important topic this week - smoking. The article, as with all of them in this series is not designed to take the place of medical advice and if you do have any concerns of that nature then you should, as always seek advice from your doctor.

Let’s start with some facts. South Asians are up to a shocking six times more likely to develop type 2 diabetes compared to the general UK population. They have almost double the risk of having a stroke and yet many will smoke. You might be surprised to know that a striking 25% of Pakistani men, and 36% of Bangladeshi men smoke. See where I am going with this? In this country, fifteen million Britons are living with a long-term health condition, yet studies show living healthily in middle-age can double your chances of living healthy when you are 70.

Smoking can cause a whole host of health problems and it increases risks of heart attacks, strokes and many other health conditions.

So why do people smoke? Whether you are a smoker, or non-smoker, this article is for you. We are ambassadors for change, and we will influence the future health of our communities directly by encouraging for example health education. Some smoke cigarettes, others roll-ups, hookah etc. but whichever way you wrap up the tobacco, smoking is smoking. The health hazards will remain, and people will inevitably become sick and some will die. We all know about nicotine dependence and how cigarettes are ‘addictive’.

Interventions exist to get people off the tobacco and to live healthier lives. So let’s see how smoking kills not only the smoker, but also the people around them and the economy!

I think it’s fair to say that public health campaigns, and general health education is improving and therefore we can see a decline in smoking. But – perhaps I should capitalise this – BUT, smoking is a key contributor to disease and death in this country, even today. Some sources say that NHS costs can amount to £2.7 billion per year, with a £2.5 billion cost to the economy either through sick leave or lost productivity. We are improving as a whole with less people smoking, and here is an absolute shocker: in 1948, 82% of men smoked, which is the highest level recorded in the country.

It has taken half a century to reduce that figure to where it is today, but it still isn’t zero is it?

So let’s have a whistle-stop tour of smoking. Smoke – it contains thousands of chemicals, many of them are harmful yet smokers inhale them with every puff. Two of these chemicals are nicotine, as I have mentioned and carbon monoxide – the colourless, odourless gas that kills! Smoking increases blood pressure and heart rate as a result of nicotine, whereas the carbon monoxide reduces the amount of oxygen your blood can carry. In an attempt to compensate for this, the heart races a little faster damaging arteries and leading to cardiovascular disease. It isn’t just the heart that is at risk though. It is every organ in the body from stroke, to periodontitis, to lung cancer, COPD and emphysema etc.

It’s not all doom and gloom however as it still isn’t too late.

Stopping smoking can cut your cardiovascular risk after just 1 year of quitting.

The risk of stroke falls as does that of cancer. So now is the time to quit! And what about the people around smokers? Well they inhale second-hand smoke and therefore are passive smokers. To protect those around you if you smoke, is to stop. The harmful effects as I have already mentioned exist in tobacco smoke, and therefore anyone inhaling it can potentially become ill. Babies and children are at particular risk of this. Smoking in pregnancy is a health risk to the baby as there are increased risks of complications.

smoke a pack a day, you could be looking at spending over three and a half grand a year – that’s about £36, 500 in 10 years. There are definitely better ways to spend that hardearned cash. The government is trying its best to cut smoking out.

Whether this is by increasing price of cigarettes, or having plain boxes without any advertisement, one thing you will always see is a large warning about the health risks. We have in recent years seen smoking banned from public places, and rightly so.

So what can you do to stop? Well there is a whole list of help that you can get. The first advice is to speak with your GP who can give you information on quitting smoking – one of the best decisions you could possibly make if you smoke.

There is also a NHS Smokefree helpline that you can call. You may be signposted to certain products that may help, but again, talk to your doctor! Whichever way you go about it, wouldn’t it be better to breathe in fresh air?

And not only does it harm your health, but also your wallet or purse.

Costs of cigarettes is always on the up, and a pack of 20 could set you back just less than a tenner. If you

So why are the Asian community more susceptible to developing certain diseases? Well it’s a mix of nature – or genetics, and nurture – lifestyle. So whilst diabetes,

ischaemic heart disease and the rest are more prone to be found in the Asian community, there is a lot we can do to prevent such diseases from occurring including stopping smoking. How many family members and friends do you know that smoke? And if you are a smoker, what motivates you and what is getting in the way? If you think there are things you can do to change with some professional help then why don’t you start? Just because both of your parents smoked, had diabetes and coronary stents, it does not necessarily mean that you will inherit all their diseases. The genetics may be there, but you are in charge of your own lifestyle!

One size does not fit all, and if you are uncertain about any health needs that you have – talk to your doctor.

I hope that leaves you with some questions, and some of which only you may have the answers. Reflect and enjoy the journey! You can follow my Twitter feed on @Faraaz_ Bhatti and let’s talk about important health issues. If you would like me to discuss any specific issue or get a conversation going then feel free to let me know.

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Desi Italia Italian food is considered the ultimate comfort food by many.

Colourful, fresh dishes packed full of beautiful veggies, comforting carbs and a variety of meat, there’s hardly a person in the land who would turn down a fresh stone-baked pizza, or a hearty lasagne full of piping hot sauce and topped with perfectly melted cheese.

There’s nothing wrong, however, with adding a little bit of spice and extra ‘wow’ factor to some old classics. Mix up your mid-week suppers with some of these exciting fusion recipes, bringing together some of the best elements of Asian and European cooking in tasty dishes that really pack some punch!

Masala Pasta Ingredients 1 cup Farfalle or Penne pasta 1 Onion, medium 1 large Tomato 1 tbsp Garlic, finely chopped 1 tsp Red chilli powder 1/4 cup Chopped carrot 1/4 cup Peas 1/4 cup Chopped red pepper 1/4 tsp Turmeric powder 1/2 tsp Garam masala powder 1/4 tsp Black pepper powder Pinch of Kasoori methi 1/2 tsp Mixed Italian

seasoning 2 tsp Chopped coriander leaves Salt, as needed 3 tbsp Olive oil 2 tsp Jeera / Cumin Seeds

Method 1. Boil a large pan of lightly salted water and cook the pasta for 10-12 minutes, or as per the package instructions.

Drain and reserve 1/4 cup of water for later use. Set

aside.

utes.

2. Blanche a whole tomato in very hot boiling water for around one minute, then remove, run under cold water and peel. Blend the tomato until coarsely pureed.

4. Add in pureed tomato, red chilli powder, garam masala, turmeric powders, kasoori methi, and italian seasoning. Fry for a few minutes over a medium flame, then add chopped pepper and fry for another minute.

3. Heat a kadai or other thick-bottomed pan with oil and temper cumin seeds over a medium flame. Add garlic and stir, then add onion and fry until transparent. Add in peas, carrot and salt then fry for around two min-

5. Remove from the heat and add in the cooked and drained pasta. Garnish with reserved water to loosen up if needed, and garnish with coriander leaves.

Palak ‘Risotto’ Ingredients 1 bunch fresh palak (spinach) 3 cups cooked basmati rice 1 cup mint leaves 1 cup fresh coriander leaves 1 cup kasuri methi (fenugreek leaves) 2 green chillies 6 cloves garlic 1 inch ginger 1 small onion 1/2 tsp honey

2 tbsp Amul Fresh cream 1/2 cup milk 1/2 tsp turmeric powder 1/2 tsp coriander powder 1/4 tsp garam masala powder 1/2 tsp fresh lemon juice Salt to taste Ghee or olive oil Method 1. Wash the palak and boil in its own water for few minutes, then blend with mint, coriander and

kasuri methi. Blend to a smooth puree and set aside.

2. Chop the onion, ginger, garlic and green chillis finely and set aside.

Melt 1 tbsp of ghee or oil in a pan over medium heat, and add the mixture to the pan to cook for around one minute, before adding in the green puree. Stir in the milk, honey, salt and spices,

along with a small around of oil/butter until they begin to splutter. Pour over the cooked rice and mix.

then cover and sauté over a low flame for around six minutes.

3. Stir in lemon juice and fresh cream. Prepare a small saucepan over a high heat and add cumin leaves and curry leaves

4. Add the prepared rice into the green sauce and cook on a medium flame for several minutes until the rice and sauce is mixed together thoroughly. Serve hot with some freshly chopped coriander and some grated hard cheese on top.

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an Fusion Chicken Tikka Masala Pizza

Ingredients 250 g boneless chicken breast 1 tsp red pepper 2 tbsp yogurt 1 tbsp lemon juice 1 tsp garlic minced

1 tsp ginger minced 2 tbsp oil 5 tbsp tomato pizza sauce 100 g Cheddar cheese shredded 250 g mozzarella cheese shredded 1/4 cup red onions chopped 1/4 cup tomato chopped 1/4 cup red chilli peppers, chopped 1/4 cup bunch coriander chopped Pizza Dough 2 cups flour

1/2 tbsp yeast 1 tbsp sugar 1 teaspoon salt 2 tbsp milk powder 2 tbsp olive oil 3/4 cup slightly warm water Method 1. Cut chicken into approx. 1 inch cubes and marinate with yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, ginger, salt, pepper, chopped red pepper, and chopped chilli peppers.

Leave to marinate for at least one hour. Then in a heavy pan, take a 1 tbsp

oil and fry the marinated chicken mixture for 5-15 minutes on a medium heat until it dries out.

3. Leave the dough to rest for a further 15 minutes and bake for 10 minutes at 180c until dough starts changing 2. For the dough, mix all colour. Remove from the ingredients together in oven and spread with the a large bowl and knead sauce, toppings, chicken and mixed cheese. Bake for around 5 minutes to for a further 10-15 minmake a smooth, stretchy dough. Let the dough rise utes until the cheese bein an oiled bowl, covgins to brown, keeping an ered with damp kitchen eye on the crust to ensure it does not brown too towel, in a warm place much. To serve cut into for around an hour until double in size. After one slices and eat with fresh hour, pat down the dough green salad. and roll into a large circle.

Mango Semifreddo Ice Cream Cake Ingredients 1 whole egg 2 egg yolks 1/2 cup white sugar 1-1/4 cups heavy cream 1 tbsp sugar 1sp pure vanilla extract 3 cups of fresh mango, peeled and sliced Juice of 1 lemon Garnish 1 cup of fresh mango, peeled and sliced 1/4 cup of toasted pistachios, chopped Fresh cherries

Method 1. Cut chicken into approx. 1 inch cubes and marinate with yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, ginger, salt, pepper, chopped red pepper, and chopped chilli peppers.

Leave to marinate for at least one hour. Then in a heavy pan, take a 1 tbsp oil and fry the marinated chicken mixture for 5-15 minutes on a medium heat until it dries out.

2. For the dough, mix all ingredients together in a large bowl and knead

for around 5 minutes to make a smooth, stretchy dough. Let the dough rise in an oiled bowl, covered with damp kitchen towel, in a warm place for around an hour until double in size. After one hour, pat down the dough and roll into a large circle.

3. Leave the dough to rest for a further 15 minutes and bake for 10 minutes at 180c until dough starts changing colour. Remove from the oven and spread with the sauce, toppings, chicken

and mixed cheese. Bake for a further 10-15 minutes until the cheese begins to brown, keeping an eye on the crust to ensure

it does not brown too much. To serve cut into slices and eat with fresh green salad.

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ASIAN SUNDAY

REVIEW

The York Dungeon re-opens with a repulsively amazing new experience

Subsequently after the devastating floods last Boxing Day, Yorkshire’s thrilling attraction, The York Dungeon, re-opened on Friday 13 May, following extensive refurbishment.

Friday 13 May could be unlucky for some but not for The York Dungeon. On the day, people waited with anticipation for the revamped attraction to open its

doors and launch its brand new show: Vengeance of the Vikings.

The flooding last year had destroyed displays in numerous rooms including an execution chamber, judges’ chamber, torture room, Dick Turpin’s cell, witches room, a mirror maze and the visitors’ shop. However, the spectacularly revamped York Dungeon promises to be bigger with the Viking invasion, through to an appointment with the Plague Doctor and then leads you to meet some of York’s most despicable and murderous rogues from Dick Turpin to Guy Fawkes.

With The York Dungeon now reopened, guests will once again experience the horrible history and frighteningly funny thrills guaranteed upon entry.

Andrew Turner, Operations Manager at The York Dungeon, said: “It has been great to see such a positive public reaction to the re-opening of The York Dungeon today and already the Vikings have made quite an impression on visitors.

“Following the flooding in December we have made in excess of £1,000,000 worth of investment into revamping the whole of The York Dungeon – so even those who have been before will have plenty

bolder and more thrilling than ever.

Asian Sunday was invited ahead of the opening to explore the new 75 minutes hair-raising experience.

Prodigious props, live shows, amazingly etched characters and state of the art special effects make this an amazing 360-degree adventure.

The tour brings guests face to face of surprises in store for them! Not only do we have a brand new Viking show, but we also have new scripts, sets and state of the art special effects throughout.”

Not only has the tour received a major revamp but the shop has also been refurbished with some amazing merchandise with friendly and inviting staff to assist.

Make sure you’re first in line to face the Vengeance of the Vikings and avoid horrible disappointment by booking tickets online before your visit thedungeons.com/york.

For regular news, updates and competitions, The York Dungeon is also on Facebook, facebook.com/TheYorkDungeon, and Twitter and Instagram, @YorkDungeon.

Be sure to visit, it’s repulsively amazing!

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OPINION

Children are perhaps the best example of happy integration

by ALISON BELLAMY

We should all follow the example of children, who are perhaps, the best example of true cohesion and integration – all done in an innocent and natural fashion.

To put it simply… they just get on with it.

They don’t notice any differences individual children may have, such as skin colour, religious beliefs, diet or choice of clothing, but simply carry on playing and learning together.

Acceptance is the key to many things in life, especially when things can be complicated when we become ‘grown up’ and responsible.

But as long as children are fed, comfortable and are busy doing something interesting, for the most part, they are content, in my experience, as a mum of two girls.

If a disagreement arises in the classroom, say over a shared toy or book, they simply sort it out one way or another, hopefully before a teacher has to intervene.

I was recently inspired by my own six year old daughter who said to me: “Mummy I love my best friend Kadhijah,” “Why do you love her?” I asked.

“She runs really fast, she is really funny, she is so good at reading out loud and she has beautiful brown skin.

Can she come round for tea?”

“Of course she can,” I said.

At our Catholic primary school there are children of all faiths. Sikh, Muslim, Protestant and others who seem to follow no faith at all. It seems to work well in the main part.

Admittedly, socialising with people we sometimes don’t know can be tricky. It is a two way street and like the saying goes, it certainly takes two to tango.

Plus in some cases, people do not want to mingle with others and put themselves out of their familiar comfort zone.

But I rather like meeting people who lead a different life from the one I do.

It is interesting. I am not sure if it is because I have travelled a lot when younger and went backpacking. I have always loved exotic places and am genuinely interested in people and their stories.

When I was little my mum was a nurse and had a stream of friends of all nationalities. They were mostly nurses and doctors at the hospital where she worked. It was great to meet so many different kinds of people.

I recall a family from Oman, who delighted us with exotic food we had never even heard of; also a lady

from the Caribbean who used to enthral us with her tales of white sandy beaches and fruit growing on trees which she ate for breakfast. She was homesick and missed the sunshine and had the best laugh.

There is a call to ban faith schools altogether. Is that too drastic? I am not sure. Mixing religion and education is the core point of some faiths and one without the other would seem pointless.

But when it comes to integrating with our neighbours and communities, a school of a true representation of its local community, without the barriers faith can bring, would perhaps be more beneficial in the long term.

Maybe faith could be learned out of school, as it already is for many young Muslims in a madrassah.

I know local council try extremely hard to provide community events to bring people together in parks, cities and as festival events. Perhaps the is arts one way to bring a mixed crowd together and have fun without being segregated?

There is a call to ban faith schools all together.

Is that too drastic? I am not sure.

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TRAVEL

Arts, culture or challenging hikes: Salt Spring Island is the top choice this summer This lovely Island which was well known as a refuge from racism for African Americans who had resided in California is at its best during summertime. When the sunshine is plentiful and the markets are chock-a-block with the regions finest and freshest produce.

Thanks to its wealth of resources, Salt Spring Island has become the archipelago’s most popular destination. The island, wrapped in a thick green blanket of Douglas fir, is perfect for hikers and cyclists looking to explore the scenery, and the surrounding waters are perfect for whale spotting in June.

But the island is best known for its art scene, which has its centre in the village of Ganges. Maintaining a thriving community of artists and craftspeople, Ganges is host to the summer Salt Spring Saturday Market, the island’s Salt Spring Island (also known

being settled by pioneers in 1859,

through pre-emption. The island

Salt Spring Island is the largest,

largest showcase of locally made

as Saltspring Island) is one of

at which time it was officially

was retitled to its current name in

most populous, and the most

goods and art. Grab a fistful of

the Gulf Islands in the Strait of

called Admiral Island. It was the

1910.

frequently visited of the Southern

local produce and browse through

Georgia between mainland British

first of the Gulf Islands to be

Gulf Islands.

stalls of handmade jewellery or

Columbia, Canada and Vancouver

settled and the first agricultural

Island.

settlement on the islands in the

The island was initially inhabited by various Salishan people before

Colony of Vancouver Island, as well as the first island in the region to permit settlers to acquire land

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TRAVEL stop to inspect the craftsmanship

Park. A walk through the market

people value, above all, their

of a local woodworker – you’re

reveals bushels of farm-grown

independence and creativity. This

certain to find something special

veggies and berries; brownies

is what has drawn them here; this

here.

and banana bread; racks of

is the glue that holds them here.

are rough and windy trails that lead to the summit regions of both Bruce Peak 709 meters (2,326 feet) above sea level, and Mount Tuam 602 meters (1,975 feet) above sea level. These two mountain peaks are the tallest points of land on the Southern Gulf Islands. Other short hikes can also be found on the island. One of these is the 2.5

candles; writing tablets of handmade paper; bunches of freshcut flowers; chutnies, jams and relishes alongside hand-wrought necklaces and earrings. Brightly dressed sellers string braids of garlic and show exquisitely crafted garden benches and wind chimes.

Booths sell smoothies, doughboys and fruitcicles — the list goes on.

Accommodation is also well catered for with a great range of places to stay at Saltspring.

From ayurvedic and organic spa cottages, to vacation and rental homes, to the hotels and resorts.

Superb choice of accommodation to suit all budgets and tastes.

So if you’re looking for leisurely walks along pristine beaches to challenging uphill hikes, along with countless opportunities

km long trek to the summit of

What visitors feel, in fact, is the

to explore the marine world

Mount Erskine which is 441 metre

very richness of Saltspring itself,

by canoe, kayak, chartered or

above sea level.

its exquisite natural beauty and

rental boats or by the new sport

fascinating mix of multi-talented

of stand-up paddle board then

people. This diversity defines the

Saltspring should be a great

island, not so much as a tight-knit

holiday destination this summer

community, but as one where

holidays.

One of the major highlights is the hugely popular and packed out Saturday markets in Centennial

Image credit: Spring Island tourism

hiking trails. Two of hiking trails

lavender soaps and bees-wax

Salt Spring Island local produce

Image credit: Wikipedia

Salt Spring Island also has several

tie-dyed shirts and dresses;

A view of Ganges Harbour on Salt Spring Island and it is a good place for a vacation

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London hosted first Pakistan Property Expo 2016

by ITRAT BASHIR basis we do see such exhibitions organised by the Indians, but never by the Pakistanis. I hope to see more of these exhibitions in the future,” he added.

One of the organisers, Khuram Aleem Khan told Asian Sunday newspaper that they had a very busy two days; the exhibition has been very successful. “A large number of Londoners visited the exhibition and all the stalls were seen busy dealing with the visitors,” he added.

He disclosed that over 50 stalls were visited by over 7000 people in two days. “Around 35 exhibitors had come from Pakistan. Our exhibitors did a business of over £15 million pounds in two days,” he claimed.

For the first time in the UK, a two-day Pakistan Property Expo 2016 was held in London on May 14 and 15.

The first of its kind, the event was jointly organised by Qazi Investments and Alliance Advertising and Marketing at London Excel.

The exhibition was designed to satisfy the needs of Non Resident Pakistani (NRP) living in the UK. This exhibition presented an opportunity for real estate developers and agencies from Pakistan and London to market their properties to NRPs, showcasing properties from Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad, Peshawar, Rawalpindi, Multan, Bahawalpur, Gujranwala, Faisalabad, Hyderabad, Gwadar and several other cities of Pakistan.

Although big Pakistani brands were

no seen at the expo but still a large number of people visited the expo.

They all welcomed the exhibition for it provided an opportunity for them to get first hand information on the Pakistani property, and they also saw it as a way of image-building of Pakistan.

Hammad Akbar Chaudahry from London had come to the expo with a hope of seeing big property brands and getting first hand information about properties in Pakistan.

He told Asian Sunday newspaper, “It was nice to see an exhibition on the Pakistani property. It was very good, but it would have been even better if big brands, such as Defence Housing Society (DHA) and Bahriah Town, have also participated in the exhibition.”

“More such exhibition should be organised; there are many people in the UK who wants to invest in the Pakistani properties but lack of first hand information and low trust deter people like me to buy properties back home.”

He was of the view that such exhibitions will provide an opportunity to the British Pakistani investors of getting information from sellers, which will ultimately build trust between the buyers in the UK and property sellers in Pakistan.

Sohail Zarrar came with his family to enquire about properties in Pakistan.

He said he is interested in buying a property in Pakistan and found the exhibition very useful. “The organisers made a good effort to hold such exhibition for the first time. On regular

According to him, ‘whether it is a dream-home, commercial units or any other investment in real estate or property services like mortgage, insurance or legal services, they are bringing the latest developments and projects from Pakistan for NRPs looking for a smart investment opportunity’.

This exhibition is first of its kind held in the UK and they are hoping to organise such more exhibitions in the future.

“From London, we are going to Manchester on May 21 to hold a similar two-day exhibition and we are hoping to see a bigger crowd,” he added.

One of the exhibitors, Saqib Rasul, a property dealer from Gloucester, believed that the response was good and it is a good initiative to promote property market of Pakistan. “The exhibition has given an opportunity to NRPs to get first hand information and this will promote investment in Pakistan,” he added.

Nasurrula Warriach, a property dealer in Pakistan, had come to London to participate in the exhibition. He welcomed the initiative that he believed provided him a platform to reach out to the potential buyers in the UK. “It has been busy two days; a huge number of people flocked to his stall,” he added.

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UK employment rate hit record high, but ‘jobs market could be cooling off’

by ITRAT BASHIR

According to him, small businesses are dealing with a raft of new cost challenges, including the National Living Wage and pensions autoenrolment deadlines. To meet these challenges employers are looking for ways to keep costs down. Small firms will be looking for some reassurance that no new challenges are on the horizon.

Employment rate in the UK hit record high, which was 74.2 percent; the highest since comparable records began in 1971, disclosed latest figures released by the Office of National Statistics.

However, commenting on the latest labour market figures, senior ONS statistician David Freeman said, “The employment rate has hit another record high, but this time the increase is quite modest. With unemployment very little changed, that is further evidence the jobs market could be cooling off.”

As per the latest report, between October to December 2015 and January to March 2016, the number of people in work increased, the number of unemployed people was little changed, but the number of people not working and not seeking or available to work (economically inactive) fell.

There were 31.58 million people in work, 44,000 more than for October to December 2015 and 409,000 more than for a year earlier. There were 23.12 million people working full-time, 328,000 more than for a year earlier. There were 8.46 million people working part-time, 81,000 more than for a year earlier.

There was not much change in the unemployment rate; the report revealed that there were 1.69 million unemployed people, little changed compared with October to December 2015 but 139,000 fewer than for a year earlier.

Meanwhile, average weekly earnings for employees in Great Britain increased by 2 percent, including bonuses, and by 2.1 percent, excluding bonuses, compared with a year earlier, stated the report.

The Federation of Small

Businesses (FSB) felt that although unemployment has slightly fallen but small business confidence had subdued. Although employment appears to be holding steady, the latest FSB Small Business Index revealed small business confidence is at its lowest level since 2013.

This suggests that while the labour market continues to be a sign of strength, the overall economic outlook is far from certain, the FSB observed.

Commenting on the latest situation, Mike Cherry, FSB National Chairman, said, “The unemployment rate remains at a historically low level, but there are warning signs that the economy is not performing as well as many had hoped. Our members’ confidence remains comparatively low, with businesses looking to contain costs amid a challenging policy environment.”

“The Queen’s Speech is an opportunity for the government to show they back small business and commit to a legislative programme that cuts the cost of doing business and boosts enterprise in all corners of the country,” he added.

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Being in Business As someone who has started his own business I always find beginning something new a task on its own. This is because there are many pitfalls to starting one’s own business. At the moment I am helping a friend with a new business project, and it got me thinking what are the pitfalls/ hurdles that he will need to consider.

I guess the first point to make clear is that when someone starts their own business they are actually an employee to themselves. Potentially gone are the 37.5 hours a week with a salary no matter what.

Gone are the perks of being an employee, and instead you are now the person who is effectively in charge of ensuring you have an income at the end of the week or month.

So, setting up your own business – well the first thing to consider is that you now need to be a professional in all areas of running a business.

In past roles/job, you were probably just in charge of one key role or skill set. As a businessman/woman you are in charge of everything.

You might have to learn new skills such as accounting, marketing, strategic skills as well as networking to ensure that your business is a success.

One of the key things I found out when working as a consultant for various businesses was that the most vulnerable businesses are those that are run by one person. This is because there is one person making the decisions, and let’s faces it no matter how good we might think we are, it is always a good idea to have another person’s input; therefore

if this is your very first business perhaps it might be worthwhile to consider a partner.

Our columnist Mr Money Bags, who has decades of experience in finance, an MBA, an advanced diploma in financial planning and not to mention his super business skills each edition will give you, our lovely readers some valuable tips and advice on money and business matters.

He is forthright and can sometimes be stern when it comes to your cash, but when it comes to finance he really is the expert. Read on for your business and finance advice.

I would also point that if you are thinking of starting a business, then maybe it might be worthwhile to consider buying into an existing business. This is because in my view buying a business is far easier than starting a business from scratch. A start up business is far more expensive from a time based perspective. This is because it will require time from you to start the business, and in most cases will take several months before the business is running properly.

The other thing I would also consider with reference to time is that when in business, please do not think its a wage earner. I also encourage people to think of a business as a profit making machine, rather than a wage earner.

A wage earning business person will more than likely be satisfied with a wage that they feel is adequate, and in my view will not push the business or themselves to ensure further profitability.

Last point I want to make is that as a business person focus on all areas of the business, and do not get yourself into a muddle by focusing on just one thing in isolation. I would split the business into three or four different areas such as: marketing and product sales; administration and financial planning; and lastly business operation be it service or manufacturing related. You will need to keep all three areas of the business actively within your mindset to ensure that your business does not fall behind.

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All you need to know about the new E-cigarette laws in which case its flavouring will be licensed as part of its authorisation process.

selling vapes won’t be allowed to make these sorts of health claims.

Stricter packaging

The only exception is if the vape contains more than 20mg/ml of nicotine and is being classed as a medicine. In those cases, once it’s met strict medical standards, an advert can make claims about health.

E-cigs regulated by the TPD (and not as a medicine) will need to carry a health warning covering 30 per cent of the packaging.

The warning will state ‘This product contains nicotine which is a highly addictive substance’, and will be shown on both the front and backs of packs.

Restricted advertising There are going to be much stricter rules about where e-cigs can be advertised.

As of Friday, May 20, e-cigarette laws changed dramatically in the UK.

However, vapes which have up to 20mg/ml of nicotine in them will be subject to the new laws.

which are facing a total ban on flavourings, e-cigarettes will still be allowed to be flavoured.

This is part of the EU’s wider Tobacco Products Directive (TPD), which is introducing much stricter regulations on the sale of any tobacco products.

If an e-cig has more than 20mg/ml of nicotine, under the new rules it will need to meet medical standards and be medicinally licenced – which means it will be treated like an over-the-counter drug.

However, manufacturers will now have to tell the Government about the ingredients in each liquid, provide evidence that these ingredients meet reasonable standards of safety, and guarantee that the whole production process is safe.

Here’s everything you need to know about the new laws New laws will be applicable based on how much nicotine is in your cigarette If an e-cigarette has zero nicotine – for example, if it’s purely herbal – then it’s not regulated by the TPD at all. For these no-nicotine vapes, none of the following rules apply.

According to Action on Smoking and Health (ASH), this rule change ‘will make little difference to [most people’s] vaping experience as the most popular liquids tend to be those with concentrations of nicotine lower than 20mg/ml’.

Flavoured e-cigs will not be banned Unlike other tobacco products,

Because of this, there is a chance vape companies might choose to just stick with their most popular flavours rather than providing as wide a range as they do now.

The only exception to all of this is where the e-cig contains more than 20mg/ml of nicotine,

For example, you won’t see ads for vapes on TV, in magazines, on the radio or on the internet.

However, you might see vape ads on the sides of buses – as long as they’re not leaving the UK. If the e-cig has more than 20mg/ml of nicotine, it can be advertised because it is technically a medicine – but celebrities are not allowed to endorse it, and it cannot be targeted at non-adult smokers.

Not allowed to claim they can help you quit smoking One of the most common selling points of e-cigs was that they helped smokers quit.

However, with the TPD’s new advertising laws, companies

Devices and liquids have to meet new standards If you manufacture e-cigs, and they contain less than 20mg/ml of nicotine, then your devices and liquids will need to meet new standards set by the Tobacco and Related Products Regulations 2016.

These will need to be approved six months before you intend to put them on the market.

If your e-cigs contain more than 20mg/ml of nicotine, then the devices will need to meet current manufacturing standards for medical devices.

Similarly, liquids will need to meet medicinal standards for ingredients.

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FORD GT WHEELS SHOWCASE ADVANTAGES OF CARBON-FIBRE The optional wheels will be offered in two finishes - either a matte or a glossy clearcoat – allowing the natural weave of carbon fibre to show through. The finishes will match the exposed carbon fibre on the Ford GT’s sills, fascia and extractor.

In addition to reducing the overall vehicle weight for improved acceleration, braking and dynamic performance, the strong, light nature of carbon fibre means a

Dave Pericak, Ford Performance global director, said: “Ford GT will offer the next generation in carbon fibre wheels, with an advanced resin and fibre technology that gives our designers more freedom, while also showcasing the structure of the material’s weave.”

Working with supplier partner, Carbon Revolution, the new wheels are constructed with the latest generation of fibre and resin technology that permits greater design flexibility – resulting in flowing, more intricate spokes.

Carbon fibre wheels bring a wealth of advantages over traditional aluminium wheels, including weight saving, improved vehicle dynamics and ride quality - making the innovative material the perfect complement for the all-new Ford GT.

The standard, 20in Ford GT wheels are made from lightweight, forged aluminum. The optional carbon fibre wheels are the same size, but are structurally stiffer, and save almost 1kg of unsprung weight per wheel, reducing inertia by 25 per cent.

This weight saving reduces the suspension workload and improves consistent contact with the road surface, further improving traction and driver control. Less energy is required to accelerate or turn the wheels, directly benefitting the Ford GT’s steering feel, vehicle dynamics, and fuel efficiency. Noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) is also reduced with the carbon fibre wheel, providing a quieter ride – leading to greater comfort and refinement.

Light Is Right The carbon-fibre-bodied Ford GT will be available with an optional all-new carbon-fibre wheel, further improving the drive and handling characteristics of Ford’s new supercar.

dynamic performance.

reduction in unsprung weight and rotational inertia, which benefits suspension action, ride quality and

For more information about the Ford GT and the optional carbon fibre wheels, visit www.FordGT.com

MINI SEVEN TO MAKE EXCLUSIVE WORLD PREMIERE AT GOODWOOD FESTIVAL OF SPEED This year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed (June 23-26) will host the global debut of the first design model of the current generation of MINIs, MINI Seven.

Taking its name from the very first Mini, the 1959 Austin Seven, MINI Seven has been designed to fuse the brand’s classic heritage with modern design and technology.

MINI Seven joins the current MINI Hatch range in 5-door or 3-door form and features specially designed

exterior and interior looks unseen before on this generation’s model line-up.

The new car, which will also feature a bespoke option pack called MINI Seven Chili, will be unveiled for the very first time at Goodwood’s Moving Motor Show on Thursday, June 23.

As well as the world premiere of MINI Seven, MINI will also have the new John Cooper Works Challenge Edition going up the famous 1.16mile Hillclimb course in the First Glance category during the main FOS days.

The Festival of Speed will also represent MINI CHALLENGE racer Charlie ButlerHenderson’s debut as MINI’s newest brand ambassador, since working hard to defend his title

as the CHALLENGE champion in 2015.

MINI will also have brand ambassador and Dakar Rally ace, Harry Hunt on hand to drive the MINI ALL4 Racing car, in which he finished 10th in this year’s Dakar at his first attempt on the world’s toughest road race.

BMW Group – BMW, MINI, Rolls Royce and BMW Motorrad – will celebrate its illustrious sporting past and the diversity of its brands at this year’s Festival of Speed, with BMW taking centre stage as the Honoured Marque.

BMW and MINI will continue the centenary celebrations at Goodwood, during which they will focus on the future of mobility. As

part of this, MINI will showcase its ‘Vision Vehicle’, created through partnerships with three pioneering experts in the fields of design, art and interactivity.

The week-long exhibition celebrating 100 years of the BMW Group, which is free to the public will showcase its three innovative ‘vision vehicles’ to the Roundhouse in Camden from 18 – 26 June.

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PHANTOM ZENITH COLLECTION ZENITH: The pinnacle, the best of its kind. The highest standard achievable by which everything is judged.

From its foundation 112 years ago, the story of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has been defined by a restless commitment to setting and raising the standard by which all other luxury goods are judged. On January 1 2003, this philosophy was realised emphatically with the handover of the first seventh generation Phantom to its customer at the newly established Home of RollsRoyce in Goodwood, England. The world’s most discerning patrons of luxury and respected commentators across the globe were instantly endeared to a powerful yet elegant statement of unabashed contemporary luxury. Rolls-Royce had once again established its legend as maker of the ‘Best Car in the World’.

Four years later, Phantom Drophead Coupé revived the notion of uncompromised open-top luxury touring; a legacy that is being continued with beautiful effect with 2016’s Rolls-Royce Dawn. Phantom Coupé followed in 2008, taking its place as one of the rarest and most celebrated Continental Grand Tourers of all time – paving the way

for its natural heir: Wraith which cemented itself as the ultimate gentleman’s gran turismo in 2013.

Today, the marque stands on the cusp of a bold new era, following the announcement of the eighth generation Phantom limousine and its all-new aluminium architecture that promises to underpin all future Rolls-Royce motor cars.

Now the time has come for Phantom Drophead Coupé and Phantom Coupé to leave the stage, a moment that will be marked with a

remarkable Bespoke Collection, conceived with one purpose; to once again set the highest standard by which everything is judged.

The Phantom Zenith Collection – representing some of the very last Phantom Drophead Coupé and Phantom Coupé motor cars ever to be built, will serve as true collectors’ pieces. Indeed all 50 examples have already been commissioned by connoisseur customers who will add them to some of the world’s most significant luxury collections, safe in the knowledge that their numbers will never grow and their value will never be eroded by proliferation.

Phantom Zenith Collection serves to celebrate these two extraordinary motor cars with a suite of exquisitely executed bespoke pieces, designed to amplify the beauty and luxury of two of the rarest and best-loved luxury goods in the world.

In conceiving these two motor cars, the Bespoke design team dedicated themselves to understanding how both cars augment the lifestyles of the marque’s discerning customers. Every possible detail was considered. For example, the splittailgate has been enhanced with the addition of a beautifully engineered companion to a perfect touring day’s picnic. A glass shelf, housed within the rear section of the tailgate can be effortlessly deployed serving as the perfect place from which to serve Champagne. No concession has been made to compromise. A champagne fridge, large enough to hold two standard bottles and eight Rolls-Royce glasses, occupies a large portion of the boot, whilst the comfort of those who wish to sit on the rear-tailgate is ensured with the use of the finest padded leathers.

PRICES ANNOUNCED FOR THE NEW ABARTH 595: EVEN MORE ABARTH Pricing and specification for the all-new Abarth 595 have just been announced by Fiat Chrysler Automobiles UK, ahead of the stunning new car’s arrival here today (13 May).

And with a starting price of just £15,090 OTR for the 1.4 TJet 145hp Manual, the new car represents outstanding value for money.

The new Abarth 595 is the natural heir of the original model launched in 2008. Performance, technology and iconic Italian style are the key factors of a very successful lineup. Available as a hatchback or convertible, the new Abarth 595 is offered with three trim levels: 595, 595 Turismo and 595 Competizione, and three power levels to satisfy the requirements of increasingly

demanding and competent customers.

Many of the upgrades introduced are the result of experience gained with the development of the 695 Biposto, dubbed the “smallest supercar”, which implements real racing thrills and technology on a street-legal car.

The distinctive yet affordable 595 version is the Abarth entry level model and offers all the standard equipment needed to ensure typical Scorpion enjoyment and driving pleasure. The 595 is the ideal base for drivers who want to tune their car over time and make it unique.

The 595 Competizione and 595 Turismo versions express other two distinctive souls of Abarth. The first, more “purist”, model is designed for those who love performance and no-compromise sportiness. The second makes reference to the typical values of the Italian GTs in a compact size perfect for use in cities.

Full pricing (OTR) for the new Abarth 595 is as follows: 595 Hatchback1.4 TJet 145hp Manual

£15,090

595 Convertible 1.4 TJet 145hp Manual Turismo Hatchback 1.4 TJet 165hp Manual Turismo Convertible 1.4 TJet 165hp Manual

£17,090 £18,290 £20,290

Competizione Hatchback 1.4 TJet 180hp Manual Competizione Convertible 1.4 TJet 180hp Manual

£20,290 £22,290

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So Close Yet So Far

Image credit: David Ingham

by AYYAZ MALIK

A 3-1 loss to Reading marks the end of an impressive winning streak for Bradford Football Club’

After last season’s heroics where they got to the FA cup quarterfinal only to lose out to Reading, Bradford City football club knew that to repeat anything like those achievements it would take something special.

Bradford who are also known as the Bantams, last year shocked English football by beating Premier League giants Chelsea 4-2 at Stamford Bridge last year in the FA cup. As good as those achievements were, this year The Bantams were surely looking to translate their FA cup success into the league.

In any league, it’s never easy to replicate past form. Just look at Liverpool for example, one year they finished second in the league and the year after that they struggled to sixth. In Bradford’s case, they have experienced something similar.

After reaching the dizzy heights of the quarter-finals in the FA cup, this year the West Yorkshire side were dumped out early by League One rivals Bury. The League Cup, a trophy where Bradford got to the final in 2013 also brought disappointment as League One Bradford were dumped out in

round one by League Two York.

As it happened Bradford started the season really slowly and were languishing in the bottom half of the table. After a good season the previous season, it looked a reality that The Bantams were seriously looking at a relegation battle, but just like last season where City struggled in the early part of the season, Bradford City went on a winning run.

Whereas last season Bradford failed to secure a playoff spot, this season saw Bradford City go on a winning run which saw The Bantams

eventually finish fifth. With City finishing fifth that meant that a play-off semi-final awaited with Millwall, who finished fourth.

reason to cheer. Bradford City have brought new players and key players such as John Stead have left the club.

In what was arguably Bradford’s biggest home game of the season, sadly The Bantams were well beaten 3-1 in the play-off semifinal first leg. This result means that Millwall are the overwhelming favourites going into the return fixture at the New Den.

So it’s fair to say that this year has been a year of transition, but not to worry Bradford fans the future is bright. Hopefully, Gianni Paladini will complete his takeover of the club soon, I think it’s fair to say that League One is one of the most difficult leagues in England’s top four divisions.

As disappointing as that result was and the fact that Bradford realistically won’t progress beyond the play-off semi-final, there’s still

Good things come to those who wait and in Bradford’s case it’s fair to say that this will be the case.

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Essex Singh Faz-inating goes from strength to strength

SPORTS

by AYYAZ MALIK

Manchester MMA fighter Faz Ali did his local community and the Asian community overall proud with a hard fought won over Blake Parsons on Saturday 9th May. Ali, who was in just his second fight, came up against Parsons, describing the match as was one of the toughest challenges of his career so far.

by AYYAZ MALIK

In a bruising encounter for the Manchurian, Ali was able to come out on top with a gutsy battling performance. The story of Faz Ali and the fact that he is fighting at all is a testament to the hard work that the 25-year old has been putting into his career.

Faz is making very positive strides in the world of combat sport and the win against

Parsons on Saturday 9th May was a further testament to do that. Although he may have received some ‘cuts and bruises’ , it’s clear to see that Ali’s attitude, will to win and desire will see the Manchester MMA star go far in the sport.

We will be keeping you up to date here at Asian Sunday with Faz Ali’s progress. We wish you the best of luck with your career!

Canelo defeats Khan in knockout match

by AYYAZ MALIK As the age old question rumbles on, when will Asians get seriously involved in mainstream football, 24-year old Sanjeev Singh is another example of an Asian excelling in sport, although in his case, Singh leans more towards sports with a little more aggression and contact than your typical football match.

Sanjeev’s story is surely an inspiration to all with the amount of self-sacrifice he has gone through to chase his dream.

Singh settled in Spain for 10 years to help chase that dream, a decision which has bore fruit with 35 amateur boxing fights won, Spanish regional championships and Madrid Championships.

Singh who is from Emerson Park, Essex started boxing at the age of 13 - 14 years old in an effort to lose weight. Sanjeev saw himself as a rather chubby child who wanted to get into better shape, and was sadly bullied at school due to his appearance. The man from Essex began his path by going to the gym one day and from that day since has been working hard to make his dreams come true

That’s not all, as Singh has also competed in 10 kickboxing fights as well, just for good measure. The young boxer is a shining example of the benefits of hard work and dedication, and to top it all off, Singh works to actively encourage Asian youngsters to get into the sport.

Sanjeev Singh is promoted by the legendary Francis Warren and is trained by Lenny Butcher and Dominic Negus. It’s very much a family affair, as the 24-year olds family is very involved in the encouragement and shaping of his career.

Happily for this fighter, who is a very proud Sikh, things are going from strength to strength, as Sanjeev won his first professional fight impressively against Nikita Gultajevs.

Congratulations Sanjeev, everyone here at Asian Sunday wishes you the very best with your career!

Have you ever heard the phrase, ‘biting off more than they can chew’? Well, such a phrase arguably could have been relevant for British boxer Amir Khan following his recent match up against Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez.

Khan has been involved in a verbal war of words for some time with fellow Brit Kell Brook.

Many observers were under the impression that Khan and Brook would soon square, but much to the surprise of most, 29-year old Khan jumped a couple of weight divisions to compete against Mexico’s Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez.

Alvarez, who boasts of a defeat against the famous Floyd ‘Money’ Mayweather, was naturally going to be the biggest fight of Amir’s career so far. What possibly made Khan’s task even more difficult was that it was in America and not in the UK, but then again the 29-year old Brit has spent a lot of time fighting and training out in the States.

In a match where Amir was seen

as a huge underdog, Khan put up a very brave showing despite being significantly lighter than his opponent in weight. Amir, in fact, took the fight to Canelo and looked to be ahead in terms of points as the British fighter brilliantly executed his strategy to perfection.

Sadly though just when Amir Khan looked to be in cruise control, Canelo showed why he is such a brilliant champion.

Alvarez managed to land a brutal knockout punch to valiant challenger Khan, which lead to the fight being stopped after six rounds.

Shaken and out for the count initially, Bolton fighter Amir Khan thankfully recovered to thank his fans their support. Despite coming out second best to his more esteemed opponent, Amir should most definitely be holding his head high after this fight.

This result was obviously not the result that Khan would have wanted, but the fight overall

should see the 29-year old in good stead. Amir Khan has spoken of a potential rematch against Danny Garcia, whilst hopes of an all-British fight against arch rival Kell Brook were played down by Khan.

As for the victorious Canelo, the Mexican has stated his intention to fight Gennady Golovkin in what would surely be an epic tussle.

Amir Khan came, but sadly didn’t conquer on this occasion - but as is always the case with Khan, he will surely soon be back to try again and fight another day.

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Harleen Kaur wins Asian Women of Achievement Award for Sport

White Ribbon Trophy Saturday 28th May 2016

by AYYAZ MALIK The Asian Women of Achievement [AWA] Awards, in association with NatWest, announced the winners of the 2016 Awards at an event in London last week. The Awards, now in their 17th year, celebrate the contributions made by Asian women both professionally and in their communities, cutting across a broad range of sectors in British life from business and media to sport, culture and public service.

Harleen Kaur, aged 17 and the WMKF World Champion Silver Medallist, is a martial arts competitor. Harleen has been training for almost 10 years and is also a 2nd Dan Black belt in Karate; she currently trains in a combined programme of karate and kickboxing. She currently represents the nation as part of the

WMKF England team. This is not her only forte as she has competed in various tournaments those being Taekwondo Opens, coming away with many national titles.

Harleen, who is an ambassador for the Asian Sports Foundation is one of a few in her niche field not only an international competitor in martial arts, but the WMKF British Champion in kickboxing and UK All Styles Champion. Harleen is still a student at sixth form, a head girl as well as being a competent athlete.

After completing her A-Levels she is hoping to continue into further education studying Sports Science.

Pinky Lilani CBE DL, Founder, Asian Women of Achievement Awards said, “We are thrilled for all the winners, who are united by their passion and inspirational

achievements. The diversity of this year’s winners highlights that Asian women in Britain are bucking stereotypes while making an enormous contribution to British life. I am immensely proud to stand alongside this inspiring group of women.”

Les Matheson, CEO, Personal & Business Banking, NatWest said: “NatWest is proud to be a part of Asian Women of Achievement for the 5th year running. Once again, the awards have demonstrated the talent and determination of a remarkable group of British Asian women. My congratulations to the winners and all those shortlisted, who I’m sure will continue to achieve great success.”

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