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VOL 6. ISSUE 2 | MONDAY 10 JULY, 2017

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Police clash with residents over housing dispute

Policemen clash with residents in Mumbai on 01 June 2017. A civic action to cut off electricity and water supply was scheduled on 25 dilapidated buildings in Sion Koliwada area, a locality in Mumbai. The residents had gathered on the street to protest against the BMC’s (Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation) notice. Karma Bhutia/Mumbai Weekly Over one thousand residents of Punjabi Colony in Guru Tegh Bahadur Nagar, near Sion Koliwada, had came on streets on 01 June 2017. The residents had got notices from Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), the civic body which governs Mumbai. The notices contained schedule of civic action of cutting off electricity and water supply for twenty five dilapidated buildings. The residents took to the streets to prevent the officials of BMC from cutting power and water sup-

ply. Around 9 am, Additional Municipal Commissioner Keshav Ubale of F-North ward, along with a dozen civic officials and close to fifty policemen, arrived in the area accompanied by four cranes and bulldozers. The officials, however, met with staunch opposition from residents who tried to deter them from proceeding. The protesters, both men and women, raised anti -BMC slogans and demanded justice. Since the court had earlier asked residents to submit an undertaking indemnifying the

BMC and state in case the buildings collapsed, some of the locals visited the BMC office with a signed undertaking. However, the BMC refused to stall the action till the undertaking was presented in the court and it ordered a stay. Since residents were unable to submit the undertaking to the court, officials started preparing for the task at hand. But by afternoon, near thousand locals had gathered and more cops had to be called to maintain law and order. The protest, which had

been non-violent since morning, quickly took a u-turn after a lathi charge by eighty to hundred policemen. “A handful miscreants had started threatening the civic officials. When they began provoking others and the situation seemed to be going out of control, we had to resort to lathi charge,” a constable who was on the spot told Local Press Co on the condition of anonymity. The residents, however, claim that the lathicharge was completely uncalled for. (Contd on Pg 3)

1993 bomb blast convict dies of cardiac arrest Mustafa Dossa, 1993 bomb blast convict, died of a cardiac arrest on 28 June 2017 at JJ Hospital in South Mumbai. He was convicted for his role in the 1993 bomb blasts in Mumbai twelve days ago. According to media reports, Dossa complained of chest pain around 3 am. After the resident doctor at Arthur road checked him and he was rushed to JJ Hospital. As per media reports, he was anxious since his conviction.

Body of Mustafa Dossa, prime convinct of 1993 Mumbai serial blast, who died of cardiac arrest gets taken out from an ambulance inside a graveyard for burial in Mumbai on 29 June 2017. CBI (Central Bureau of Investigation) prosecutor sought death penalty for Dossa to conclude punishment for blast convicts on 27 June 2017. Chitral Khambhati/Mumbai Weekly.

A man beseeches the policemen during the protest against civic action to cut off electricity and water supply in Mumbai on 01 June 2017. Ragul Krishnan/Mumbai Weekly

Jail staff hit me : Indrani Mukerjea Indrani Mukerjea informed the court on 28 June 2017 that she was threatened by Byculla jail officials, including the superintendent of prison, after she came forward as a witness in the alleged murder of inmate Majula Shetye. Mukerjea was taken to JJ Hospital. According to medical officer, she suffered four bruises. According to media reports, the crime will be investigated by crime branch. Jail authorIndrani Mukerjea, accused of alleged murder of her daughter Sheena Boities will only investigate ra, gets escorted by police after medical examination at J J Hospital in the circumstances. Mumbai on 28 June 2017. Chitral Khambhati/Mumbai Weekly.

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MONDAY, 10 JULY, 2017

Glamour comes in all sizes

A woman poses for a picture during plus size audition in Mumbai on 23 June 2017. Sweta Patra/Mumbai Weekly Bending the social norms, over 250 plus size women go freely for an audition which demands for models of their body type. This audition was held by Lakmé fashion week in Mumbai. The plus size store, aLL collaborated with designer

Wendell Rodricks for the upcoming autumn collection for the Lakmé fashion week winter festival 2017. All the clothes and designs will be presented by plus size women, the audition was held for the same. On 23 June 2017,Lakmé Fashion

Week and the pioneers of Plus Size Fashion in India, aLL -The Plus Size Store, hosted plus sized model auditions at the St. Regis. aLL- is collaborating with ace designer Wendell Rodricks who is designing aLL–The Plus Size Store’s Au-

A woman walks the ramp during plus size audition in Mumbai on 23 June 2017. This audition was conducted as a step taken towards creating positive body image. Sweta Patra/Mumbai Weekly tumn Winter 2017 collection which will be showcased at Lakmé Fashion Week Winter/Festive 2017 and will be later available in stores. The designer says, “The collection will be chic and classy, designed to meet the fashion

needs of the plus size customer” This audition was first of its kind conducted by a global brand such as Lakme, this is a step taken towards creating positive body image and the appreciating people who take pride in their shape and body.

Women share a candid moment during plus size audition in Mumbai on 23 June 2017. Sweta Patra/Mumbai Weekly

A woman reacts to camera during plus size audition in Mumbai on 23 June 2017. Sweta Patra/Mumbai Weekly

Women get ready for the plus size audition held at a hotel in Mumbai on 23 June 2017. Prabhat Mehrotra/Mumbai Weekly Left: A woman walks the ramp in Mumbai on 23 June 2017. Sweta Patra/Mumbai Weekly

3 METRO

MONDAY, 10 JULY, 2017

Police clash with residents over housing dispute

A woman gestures at the police in Mumbai on 01 June 2017. A civic action to cut off electricity and water supply was scheduled on 25 dilapidated buildings in Sion Koliwada area, a locality in Mumbai. The residents had gathered on the streets to protest against the civic action. Ragul Krishnan/Mumbai Weekly “We have been living here since decades. We have the right to protest if we have been wronged by the BMC. At no point did any of us resort to violence. The cops started assaulting us when they saw that the supporters were growing in numbers,” said H.Bansal, a local who

had been on the scene since 7 am. At least five women and 15 men sustained injuries in the lathicharge. Reportedly, five cops were also injured. The resistance turned violent and the police resorted to lathi charge to control the protestors. Finally the BMC suspended its action. Although

the BMC has declared the buildings as dilapidated, the residents claimed structural audits had been conducted through private firms. The colony has been home to three generations of Punjabi refugees, who were allotted housing when they relocated from Pakistan after the Par-

tition. Jitendra Vyas, resident of Building No. 18 in the colony, said, “In 2014 judge outlined the steps needed to declare a building as dangerous. The BMC declared our buildings unfit for habitation over a decade ago. But we’ve had structural audits conducted on several

buildings by credible engineers and they’re structurally sound. Why else would we stay in them with our children and elderly family members?” The residents submitted an undertaking to the court absolving the BMC and the State government in case of mishap.

A man yells at policemen and Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation officials in Mumbai on 01 June 2017. Ragul Krishnan/Mumbai Weekly

Mumbaikars take a stand against mob lynching

People hold banners at a protest in Mumbai on 02 July 2017. Muhammad Shaikh/Mumbai Weekly

Thousands of people gathered at the promenade and stood silent on the streets of Mumbra, suburban area to Mumbai, to mark protest. The billboard showing the national map with blotches of red towered over hundreds had gathered under the tagline ‘Not in my name’ to register their protest over incidents happening in the name of religion since 2015. Responding to a Facebook post, they came in the name of Junaid Khan, a 15 year old who was stabbed on a

Mumbai experiences high tide

A boy gets drenched by a wave during high tide in Mumbai on 26 June 2017. Nakshatra Krishnamoorthy/Mumbai Weekly

moving train a week ago. Another incident happened with Pehlu Khan, the dairy farmer who was beaten to death for transporting cattle three months ago. Mohammad Akhlaq, who was killed in Dadri on suspicion of storing beef in 2015. People protested through a silent march against the climate of intolerance in India. Mumbra residents also demonstrated about cow vigilantism and communal tension in various parts of the country.

Protestor gags his mouth to participate in silent march held in Mumbai on 02 July 2017. Citizens of Mumbai hit the streets in a silent march to protest against the climate of intolerance in India. Ramees M.A./Mumbai Weekly

Save Aarey

A man ties threads across trees in a forest in Mumbai on 03 June 2017. Muhammed Shaikh/ Mumbai Weekly

Aarey Milk Colony is situated in Goregaon East, a western suburb of Mumbai, and is located off the Western Express Highway. It covers a total area of 3160 acres of land. 16,000 cattle are reared on 1,287 hectares of land, and 32 cattle farms. This Garden of Eden has been earmarked by the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority and the Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation for constructing a metro car shed over an area of 28 hectares. This will lead to uprooting of 2,298 trees.

4 EDITORIAL

MONDAY, 10 JULY, 2017

Point of view: Nature vs Development 70-80 years old and were the main source of protecting people from the massive heat, and shadowed many stray animals”.

Prabhat Mehrotra

n the night of 21stof may 2017, I received information about trees being butchered at Churchgate near J Tara road in Mumbai to pave way for the Mumbai Metro work. Basis the information received, I reached near the flora fountain in the afternoon to find out that it was the initial place where trees were brutally cut. One of the residents from J Tara road said that “the sacred Peepal Trees were around

After encountering the workers who were cutting down the trees, I faced a certain lack of cooperation from them and they had no authorization letters from BMC or a permit from the High Court to mow down the trees. Nobody knew whether these men were from BMC or L&T Metro or MMRC as they simply refused to show any ID proof and rather reverted with uncalled aggression. There were certainly no signs of any trees being planted anywhere around and all that was observed around were dead trees and frustrated and saddened residents of Churchgate area. Their cries for help to save the trees were given no ears. As per one of the residents from the area, High Court had given orders for no cut-

ting of trees until 22nd of May 2017, but the work had started an evening before the stipulated date. In addition to this, the timing of the work getting started was post 7 pm which also caused led to major noise pollution. If we look at the statistics of past few decades, rampant deforestation and mowing down of trees for brutal capitalism has led to temperatures rising, skin diseases etc. It seems quite a paradox that to make lives easier for the human race, we are rather making our future more insecure. As per my opinion, there has to be a clear cut strategy to be expansive with public convenience means without hampering the environment. And the cry was similar from the people who were observing this devastation.

There has to be a clear road map for Mumbai Metro expansion without reducing the number of trees that protect us day in and day out and keep us alive. There needs to be a route revision of the Mumbai Metro or commencement of afforestation first before mowing down any trees. On 25th May 2017, people resorted to ancient technique of ‘Chipku movement’ as a sign of protest. Women and Men came in equal numbers to support the protests. On 26th May 2017, people were again seen peace protesting via Chipku movement and chanting slogans against the current system for the cutting of trees and Mumbai Police was brought in action, as the mowing of trees continued for th 6 consecutive day. The above views are personal views expressed by the author .

Left: Workers pull down a tree in Mumbai on 24 May 2017. Many citizens around the city had protested against the tree cutting for underground metro work. Chitral Khambhati/Mumbai Weekly

Opinion: A city most polluted to live in

Tehniyat Razvi

s per the report prepared by The Environment Status Report 2012, in Mumbai the levels of nickel, nitrogen dioxide, ammonia and dust particles have gone up compared to previous year. According to World Health Organisation (WHO), Mumbai is the fifth polluted megacity in the world. The report also maps areas in Mumbai worst hit by the noxious air such as Chembur, Khar, Worli, Andheri and Bhandup where levels of pollutants have been found to be higher than the standard levels. As per the report by The System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting and Research (SAFAR) on Mumbai air quality found that Andheri being one of the most air populated area and price of Property for sale in Mum-

bai is also high. It is also mentioned in the report that the levels of dust, ammonia and sulphur dioxide have been more than normal in Andheri, which leads to health hazards like dry cough, running nose, low grade fever and breathlessness. Chembur is one of the polluted suburb in Mumbai. People aren’t surprised with the situation and they blame the numerous oil refineries and industrial plants in the neighborhood. The transport sector is another main contributor on polluting the air. Dust from unpaved roads gets aggravated due to heavy traffic. Another main reason for the air pollution in a Mumbai is because of the frequent fires in the Deonar dumping ground nearby. Chimney of an industrial unit emits smoke in Mumbai on 27 May 2017. Mumbai has been declared by the World Health Organisation (WHO) as the fifth most polluted megacity in the world. Muhammed Shaikh/Mumbai Weekly It's beyond our thinking capability the amount of are able to bear the ef- are advised not to step the tress, which purify trees. If we cut one tree be taken care of. Just the Surely we will able to health hazard the people fects of pollution. But out in the first few the air for us? we should make sure we way we are taking an breathe fresh air staying nearby face. Is when a child who is showers as the air polluplant two trees against initiative to keep our again. Air pollution For us cutting a few this called progressing? born in an air polluted tion gets mixed with the it. We need to fill the roads clean, is a major cause for trees is not a matter of Why is the government environment is left im- rain and can cause many void that we are creating worry in India especoncern because we'll be we should also give our not doing anything paired for life. Is this the skin problems. What has in the nature. cially after a World best to try and control about it? Is it not an im- kind of environment we it come to? And why? It building metro against Health Organization it. But the day the city Our generation was air pollution. Air polluportant issue which want our children to live is because we live in report last year rewill be full of smog and lucky to be born in the tion won't stop overneeds to be addressed? in? 21st century where deported that 13 of the not a single place will time where air pollution night, it will take paAnd why are we velopment is all we 20 most polluted remain where we can was just an imaginary tience and perseverance. waiting for government It's the season of monthink about. cities of the world enjoy the fresh air, is thing, but this genera- If every human being to take a step? Can't we, soon, in earlier times the were in India. as the citizens of this first rain was regarded Development of infra- hen we will regret tion is born in the era tried his best, one day industries, cutting them. Air where air pollution is at surely we will be again. The above views are city do our own part? holy and people would structure, Adults who grew up go out and get wet in the roads etc. But at what pollution is directly its peak! This is a seri- If every human being personal views exrain. But now, people cost? By cutting down linked to cutting of ous issue that needs to tries his best, one day pressed by the author . breathing cleaner air

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MONDAY, 10 JULY, 2017

Ramadanâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;an expression of faith

The dome of a mosque gets lit up on the eve of Ed-ul-iftar in Mumbai on 25 June 2017. Ramadan, commonly called the fasting month because Muslims abstain from food and water from dawn to dusk .Supreet Sapkal/Mumbai Weekly

A police officer shares a candid moment with children during Eid celebration in Mumbai on 25 June 2017. Muhammed Shaikh/Mumbai Weekly

People break their fast during Ramadan at a shopping street in Mumbai on 06 June 2017. Chitral Khambhati/Mumbai Weekly

People gather to break Ramadan fast with fruits at a street in Mumbai on 20 June 2017. Muhammed Shaikh/Mumbai Weekly

The holy month of Ramadan is here. Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, and lasts either 29 or 30 days depending on when the sighting of moon. Commonly called the fasting month because Muslims are required to abstain from food and water from dawn to dusk. They

People visit a mosque for prayer during the month of Ramadan in Mumbai on 03 June 2017. Idrees Mohammed./Mumbai Weekly

also abstain from negative behavior, such as anger, lying and speaking ill of others. Muslims believe that it was in the final ten nights of Ramadan that the Quran was first revealed to the Prophet Muhammad. The Qurâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;an even exempts those who cannot fast due to health issues. During Ramadan, Mus-

lims ask forgiveness for past sins, pray for guidance and help in refraining from everyday evils, and try to purify themselves. Ramadan brings with it piety, spiritual growth and excitement. The physical and mental exhaustion of fasting softens hearts and souls, making them capable to receive guidance.

It's amazing how many emotions the mere mention of this month evokes. It brings with it a unique sense of happiness and togetherness. Fasting equalises the poor and the rich. The rich need to feel pangs of hunger in order to show mercy to the poor. Ramadan awakens a sense of humility in all

human beings. It produces an atmosphere of compassion and nobility. This great month is one of the most virtuous roads to Allah. As each moment of this glorious month is vitally important, Muslims should make all their efforts to receive maximum benefit from this blessed month.

People pray during Ramadan in Mumbai on 03 June 2017. Muslims believe that it was in the final ten nights of Ramadan that the Quran was first revealed. Muhammed Shaikh/Mumbai Weekly

6 ECONOMY MONDAY, 10 JULY, 2017

Jet Airways expands codeshare pacts

Children watch airplane of Jet airways land at the Chhatrapti Shivaji Airport in Mumbai on 18 June 2017. Nakshatra Krishnamoorthy/Mumbai Weekly

Pre GST showers discount offers

Budget carrier Jet Airways announced expansion of its code share partnership with Air France, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, and Delta Air Lines. Under the expanded pact, the carriers will expand choice and connectivity options for guests flying between India and Europe said Jet Airways in a release. It enables Jet Airways passengers convenient access to as many as 43 European destinations via the airline's European hub Amsterdam and 27 via Paris besides 34 in North America. The enhanced partnership will provide seamless connectivity to 12 news destinations in Europe including Athens, Barcelona, Budapest, Dublin, Lisbon, London Heathrow, Lyon, Nice and Warsaw , among others through code share flights. Similarly, passengers travelling from Europe or North America will gain unhindered air

connectivity to 45 Indian cities on Jet Airways domestic network via Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi and Mumbai, the release said. Code shares on key sectors such as Mumbai-Paris, Chennai-Paris, Bengaluru-Amsterdam, and Mumbai-London will offer greater choice and connectivity to its passengers. The partnership significantly expands Jet Airways reach in key markets and adds even more destinations to its already extensive international network. KLM Royal Dutch Airlines and Delta Air Lines will also code share on Jet Airways' flight between Bengaluru and Amsterdam, from 29 October 2017. The enhanced partnership will provide seamless connectivity to 12 news destinations in Europe. Jet airways also codeshares on Air France services connecting Mumbai and Paris.

GST rate on construction sector hiked to 18%

People shop at an electronic store a day before GST roll out in Mumbai on 30 June 2017. Hemanshi Kamani / Mumbai Weekly On the event of the Goods and Service Tax (GST) rollout across the country from 01 July 2017, electronic stores all over

the city announced promising deal s on appliances to clear existing stocks. June is usually considered to be the weakest month for

sale of electronic appliances such as airconditioners and refrigerators as it is the end of summer season which changed due to stock

Launch of Oneplus 5

clearance sales of stores across the city with big discounts pre GST. The stores were also offering exchange offers and an additional dis-

count on all purchases made using credit cards. Stores all over the city were jam packed till 2 am with people even waiting outside stores.

Workers work at an under construction site in Mumbai on 21 June 2017. With introduction of Goods and Service Tax, the applicable rate for construction sector has been hiked to 18 per cent from 12 per cent. Dinesh Bhatlavande/Mumbai Weekly

H & M profit increases due to improved online sales

CEO Pete Lau poses with new one plus 5 phone at itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s launch in Mumbai on 23 June 2017. Hemanshi Kamani/Mumbai Weekly OnePlus company has arranged a few pop up events in four major cities, Delhi, Hyderabad, Chennai and Ben-

galuru. OnePlus has launched OnePlus 5 which has 6GB RAM and 64GB storage version. However, one of

the biggest challenges an interested buyer would have to face is the availability of the OnePlus device.

A woman heads towards a store of a leading clothing brand in Mumbai on 01 July 2017. H & M India clocked sales of approximately Rs. 435 crore (6.733 crore USD) by 31 May 2017. Hemanshi Kamani/ Mumbai Weekly

7 CULTURE & ENTERTAINMENT MONDAY, 10 JULY, 2017

Salman launches electric bicycle

Bollywood actor Salman Khan, rides a cycle on a street to promote launch of a new bicycle of ’Being Human’ at Bandra in Mumbai on 05 June 2017. The actor cycled from his residence to a film studio. Prabhat Mehrotra/Mumbai Weekly

MW Aishwarya at ‘Hrudayantar’ music launch

Bollywood actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan attends the music launch of ‘Hrudayantar’ , a Marathi movie , at Mumbai on 10 June 2017. The actress attended the show to promote the movie directed by fashion designer Vikram Phadnis. Sweta Patra/Mumbai Weekly

Ranbir and Katrina come together again!

Brett Lee meets young cancer patients

Bollywood actors, Katrina Kaif and Ranbir Kapoor attend the song launch event for their upcoming film ‘Jagga Jasoos’ in Mumbai on 07 June 2017. Mukesh Amaran/Mumbai Weekly

Former cricketer Brett Lee and his wife Lana Anderson react to a child on their visit to St Jude’s India child care center in Mumbai on 08 June 2017. The legendary cricketer talked about the music therapy program implemented specially for young cancer patients at the child care center. Dinesh Bhatlavande/Mumbai Weekly

Actors attend Dadasaheb Phalke Academy Award Sridevi at ‘MOM’ trailer launch

Bollywood actress Shilpa Shetty enjoys a candid moment at Dadasaheb Phalke Academy award 2017 in Mumbai on 01 June 2017. The actress was honored with Dadasaheb Phalke award. Chitral Khambhati/Mumbai Weekly

Bollywood actress Sridevi gestures at her movie MOM’s trailer launch event in Mumbai on 02 June 2017. Hemanshi Kamani/Mumbai Weekly

8 SPORTS

MONDAY, 10 JULY, 2017

Mumbai celebrates International Mallakhamb Day

A girl practices mallakhamb on rope in an open ground during Mallakhamb Day celebration in Mumbai on 15 June 2017. Shri Samar th Vyayam Mandir celebrated International Mallakhamb Day on 15 June 2017. Chitral Khambhati/Mumbai Weekly

Mumbai celebrated International Mallakhamb Day on 15 June 2017. Mallakhamb literally means wrestling pole, which was recorded in Central and South India since since the 12th century. It is a sport with strong gymnastic element, which is being practiced for ages as a strength training exercise for wrestlers receiving attention due to the training of Peshwa Baji Rao II by Balambhatt Deodhar in the 18th century. Since then, it has been practiced as an independent sport. Mallakhamb was also declared the state sport of Madhya Pradesh in 2013. It is an ancient Indian Sport in which gymnasts perform aerial yoga postures, male gymnasts perform a wooden pool and females on a hanging rope. Shri Samrth Vyayam Mandir in Mumbai started cele-

brations from midnight on 15 June at Shivaji Park. The turnout of students was higher than regular days as all the batches of whole week were present for practicing. The senior students mentored other group of students by training them in different skills. The gymnasts performed their routine for the whole day and set up targets as highs as they seem fit to be performed during the whole day. Different groups of students performed their routines together in front of an audience including the secretary of Vyayam Mandir and other chief guests. A young girl aged between 12 to 14, performed her routine on the rope over 1000 times, taking reasonable breaks in between, but finishing the target by 9pm.

Nasyam wins MSLTA Tennis Tournament The Maharashtra State Lawn Tennis Association (MSLTA) organized a Yonex Tennis Tournament for under 16 age group. The tournament started on 03 June which concluded on 05 June 2017 and took place at the ICC - Cricket Club of India, Churchgate, Mumbai. It had two different categories: Men and Women. Both the categories saw neck to neck competitions between the participants. The men’s tournament winner was Faiz Nasyam, beating the opponent, Nishant Mehta, by 6-1, 6-0 for an easy title win in the finale. Winner for the women’s tennis tournament was Siya Baur and Kushi Sharma occupied the runner up position.

Faiz Nasyam aims to hit the ball at MSLTA—Yonex sunrise-CCI-AITA ranking talesnt series Tennis tournament in Mumbai on 05 June 2017. Akanksha Mankar/Mumbai Weekly Right: Kushi Sharma hits the ball against Siya Baur during a match in U-16 women’s tennis tournament held in Mumbai on 4th June 2017. Prabhat Mehrotra/Mumbai Weekly

Aarush Sanghavi wins Handicap Tennis Tournament

Aarush Sanghvi celebrates as he wins member's handicap single table tennis tournament quarter final match at The Cricket Club of India in Mumbai on 03 June 2017. Chitral Khambhati/Mumbai Weekly

Ayush Javeri tosses ball to serve as his partner Yashraj Sanghvi looking on during a quarter final match at The Cricket Club of India in Mumbai on 03 June 2017. Chitral Khambhati/Mumbai Weekly