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Guyana gets FAO award for halving hunger
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uyana was among 18 countries that received a global award for fighting hunger in keeping with international benchmarks set by United Nations (UN) organisations. Receiving the award in Rome, Italy was Prime Minister Samuel Hinds who attended a Special high level ceremony at the Headquarters of the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) of the UN. He was accompanied by Foreign Minister Carolyn Rodrigues-Birkett. The award was for attaining the targets set by both Millennium Development Goal Number 1 and the goal set by the 1996 World Food Summit of halving the absolute number of hungry people by 2015. The Achievement Award, presented to Prime Minister Hinds by the Director General of the FAO Dr Jose Graziano da Silva, states that “based on FAO estimates, the Republic of
Guyana achieved by year end 2012, three years in advance, the target set by the 1996 World Food Summit to reduce by 2015 at least half the number of people in the country suffering from undernourishment. Addressing the Special Award Event of the 38th Session of the FAO Conference, Prime Minister Hinds hailed the contributions of women in combating hunger and ensuring food security. “Of course, the women who are among our farming communities will immediately come to mind. Praise for their production and marketing of farm produce is well known, greatly admired and deserving of outstanding recognition. The women farmers of Guyana who produce vegetables, herbs and spices, root crops, whether on small plots, in kitchen gardens or as workers on estates are well known to be hard-working and very skilled,” he said.
Gospel Singing for a healthy heart
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he British Heart Foundation is launching its first gospel choir in a bid to help people from African Caribbean communities reduce their risk of developing heart disease
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or having a stroke. The choir will use its performances to help people understand that simple lifestyle changes that can reduce their risk of heart disease, such as being more active and having a better diet.
African Caribbean men and women are twice as likely to have a stroke as people of European origin.
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charity which brings people of different faiths together to make friends and change their communities has given more than £400,000 to small community groups and faith organisations in just over 18 months. The Near Neighbours fund began distributing small grants in Birmingham in September 2011 and since then has made 120 awards to fund new projects
that help build friendships in the city and encourage social action among people from different faiths. Projects include a women’s drumming project, leadership training for young people, support for older people living at home, lunch clubs, play schemes, community clean-ups and storytelling. Grants awarded span thirteen wards in the city and awards have been made to the Muslim,
Sikh, Hindu, Buddhist and Christian communities. On average, the projects are thought to bring over 100 new people together with potential for building deeper, trusting friendships that in turn strengthen communities and neighbourhoods. The Bishop of Birmingham, the Rt. Revd David Urquhart, said: “This project is vital in a city like Birmingham where we enjoy a super-diverse population and benefit from the richness of
many cultures, faiths and ethnicities sharing the same spaces. “Bringing local people together to build friendships will change individual lives and the lives of communities for ever as misunderstandings are confronted and prejudices broken down. I hope the work of Near Neighbours, and initiatives that encourage us to share our lives and resources, continue to flourish.”
Acorns in charity partnership with Star City
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n celebrating its 25th anniversary Acorns Children’s Hospice has teamed up with family leisure and entertainment centre Star City, in a three year partnership to help raise essential funds for children with life limiting conditions. Acorns’ mascot, Alex the Acorn, recently visited the leisure complex to launch the charity partnership. He met and posed for photos with staff and visitors at Star City. Staff from Coutts generously volunteered and helped with collections to raise hundreds of pounds. The partnership will see Star City help the charity raise money through donations and promotion of a ‘text giving’ campaign, to make donating simple and easy for supporters. The entertainment centre will also provide children and families that visit Acorns with activities at Star City, giving them
happy experiences and memories – essential for life limited children and their families. Ellie Griffiths, Corporate and Partnerships Manager at Acorns said: “We’re really excited to be working with Star City. It is such a popular and well-known destination and we are sure the partnership will give us lots of opportunities to raise money for children at Acorns’ hospices. We rely on donations as the majority of our income, so the support from organisations like Star City is vital to us to help us raise the £8million a year needed to run our three hospices.” Star City General Manager, Mark Wilson, said: “We’re really pleased to have chosen Acorns as our official charity partner and are raring to go to help them raise vital funds to help children with life-limited conditions.” If you would like to donate and Be a Star for Acorns, please text SCSC50 £2 to 70070 to donate.
l L-R: Staff members from Coutts, Heather Parkes and Kelly Bate, bucket collecting with Alex Acorn at the partnership launch.
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British Red Cross launch competition to mark International Day of the Disappeared
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he British Red Cross has launched a creative writing competition to commemorate people who have gone missing throughout the world in situations of violence and armed conflict. Each year the International
Day of the Disappeared presents a stark reminder that thousands of families across the world are still unaware of the fate of missing family members. Emily Knox, Head of the International Family Tracing Service, said: “This competition offers a great way of encourag-
ing people to actively engage with the spirit of the day, and show support for those whose loved ones are missing as a result of armed conflict.” The theme of the competition is ‘Found’ and all entries – whether stories, poems or personal accounts – should be no more than 500 words. There are two categories: adult and young persons (aged 18 or below on 30 August 2013). The winning entry in each category will receive a £100 Amazon gift voucher. Two runners-up in each category will receive a £50 Amazon gift voucher. The closing date for the competition is 18 July and the two eventual winners will be announced on the day itself on 30 August. The British Red Cross found 240 missing people in 2012. The main conflicts that separated these families related to the situations in Afghanistan, Somalia, Democratic Republic of Congo, Sri Lanka and the Second World War.
Met Police hero Logan a leading light at Diaspora Conference
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ith his heart and the Los Angeles Police Defirmly placed in partment, he’s part of a: ‘Make the land of his Jamaica More Harmonious’ father, celebrat- workshop which aims to create ed Metropolitan Police Officer a safer, more peaceful environLeroy Logan MBE, FCMI, BSc ment for everybody. (Hons) headed for the muchThough born in England, with vaunted Jamaican Diaspora most of his education, formaConference clearly determined tive years here, it’s his brief time to make his own mark on the at Barrack School, in Spanish best way forward for the island Town, which holds fond memoparadise. ries for a proud Logan: With 30-years experience of “My two years at Barrack pounding the beat in London, the Islington-born Logan, founder-member and former Chair of the National Black Police Association, was determined to use his wealth of knowledge and experience at the Diaspora Conference, held in Montego Bay, as he made his major, influential contribution to dismissing the many myths surrounding law and order on the island. He’s been involved with a few Diaspora initiatives, many l MET Police Officer Leroy Logan targeting youth programmes and was looking to engage the Diaspora in a cohesive way. Working in partnership with the Hon. Peter Bunting, Jamaica’s Minister of National Security
School was very important to me. I was there from the age of six and found it gave me a real sense of identity and purpose. It was the foundation of my ‘yes we can’ mentality. Something that has put me in great stead ever since. It helped me keep my principles,” he said. In 2007, he made a personal submission to the Home Affairs Committee on ’Young Black People and the Criminal Justice System,’ which further saw him develop his REALLITY (Raising Everyones Awareness of Lives Lost in The Youth) community engagement programme With retirement beckoning, the highly-qualified, highly-commended Logan is doing his very big ‘bit’ for his ‘mother land’ and a more cohesive multicultural understanding, at all levels, here.
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Seth is Taking Over the City
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ited as a young leader to watch, by the creators of the Black Power List, Seth Pinnock will be hosting one of the UK's fastest growing faith based non-denominational BME youth gatherings when he stages the 7th annual Midnight Oil Summit conference, Birmingham from 18-20 July. Over 3000 young people across racial, cultural and denominational divides will converge on Birmingham for the three-day event, taking place in three famous landmarks in the
city: Birmingham Conservatoire, the world famous Symphony Hall and Centenary Square. Delegates will be able to participate and enjoy a wide range of activities which will include the first ever live recording of a gospel album at the city’s Symphony Hall with a range of artists including Seth's own group, ANT. Deemed the youngest person to ever book the Symphony Hall for an event, Seth, 23, said: "Midnight Oil Summit aims to show young people that Christianity is exciting and relevant and
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has something to say about all areas of their lives. I believe that young people will turn out in their droves to attend MOS because they know they won't leave the same as when they arrived. They'll be stretched, encouraged and equipped to meet the challenges of life and to make a difference and also get the opportunity to meet fellow believers from different Christian traditions and countries. I'm also looking forward to recording the debut MOS gospel album. It's going to be great." The Midnight Oil Summit is inspired by Seth who, when 17, in 2007, he held his first ever conference for young people to enhance and develop their Christian faith; carrying out a range of fundraising activities to raise the necessary funds. Held at the Bethel Convention Centre, in West Bromwich, 500 people turned-out for that. Now attracts thousands, activities taking place during the three day MOS conference include: The MOS Street Party, Futurebuilders, gender specific conferences, dealing with a range of issues including sex and relationships and the launch of the Alpha Orchestra, comprised of musicians across the cultural.
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amadan is a month when all Muslims fast. For those of you that don’t know what fasting is, no eating or drinking from dawn to sunset for the whole month of Ramadan. The reason why Muslims fast is because it’s one of the five pillars of Islam; they also believe that it is the month when the Qur’an was revealed. And those that are not able to fast for whatever reason, can give money to Mosques and charities. They believe that by giving money to Mosques or charities they are helping the people who are in need. Giving money is equivalent to fasting throughout the month. Muhammad told his followers during the month of Ramadan the gates of heaven are opened to those who fast and pray, and the gates of hell are closed. It falls on the 9th month of the lunar calendar also known as the Islamic calendar. The lunar calendar is eleven or twelve days shorter than the solar calendar and does not contain intercalation, so Ramadan changes throughout seasons. Ramadan begins when the new moon is in sight. Muslims begin their fast at sunrise and close it at sunset. The first 3-7 days of the next month Muslims spend celebrating the ‘Festival of Breaking Fast. The start of Ramadan depends on what part of the world you live in because the new moon is not seen at the same time as other parts of the world. Some Muslims start Ramadan on the physical sight of the moon and other Muslims use the Islamic calendar. Ramadan begins roughly eleven days earlier than the previous year.
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BHF launch gospel choir to improve healthy hearts
owever, according to figures from the BHF, around one in four African Caribbean adults in the UK don’t realise their ethnicity increases the risk of high blood pressure and diabetes - major risk factors for stroke and coronary heart disease. Many of the choir’s 20 members, aged between 13 and 70, were inspired to join the choir by their own experiences of heart disease and stroke, Choir member Sharmen Robinson said: “I was diagnosed with a serious heart defect two years ago and had to undergo open heart surgery. It was a tough time for me and my family but it made me stronger and determined to help people better understand heart problems. I love singing and have so when I was presented with the opportunity to join the BHF Gospel Choir, I jumped at the chance.”
The choir has been set up in partnership with RAFFA – a charity with expertise in working with African Caribbean communities to tackle health issues. CEO Rudi Page said: We at RAFFA are delighted to be working in partnership with the BHF on this heart health and faith communities programme. The BHF Gospel Choir will be performing around the country and I’m confident will help people within African and Carib-
bean communities improve their health and wellbeing.” They will be appearing at the Alpha Community Festival, in Birmingham, on July 27, Church Of God Of Prophecy conventions nationwide in August, before their appearance at the BEX Live cultural and lifestyle exposition at the Birmingham Town Hall, in September. It will also fundraise to support the BHF’s valuable research into fighting heart disease.
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Nishkam Centre rolls out red carpet for Cardinal Nubian Life Resource Centre
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ubian Life is a resource centre for African-Caribbean elders based in West
London. Formally known as Hammersmith & Fulham Black Senior Citizens, the charity was set up by Caribbean Elders over 20 years ago who were and felt isolated from their peers when attending traditional services for older people. It started out as a weekly meeting point and since 1985 has developed into an innovative and unique centre providing a range of services such as day care for elders with complex health conditions, preventative services, social and educational activities. As well as generic community based volunteering, student and work experience placements and support for people with long term health conditions. As a non traditional resource centre Nubian Life runs both a holiday and saving club. The charity was awarded the Queen Award in 2003 and was the first black organisation to achieve Investors in Volunteers. A chance meeting with Tony Henry from Elevation 7 has led to Nubian Life running a weekly boxing club for older people. Hyacinth Mills, now known as “Duchess” is an example of the saying “age ain’t nothing but a number” As all charities in the current economic climate and those affected by national changes within the Health & Social Care settings; Nubian Life is facing challenging times in securing funding to ensure that this pivotal service for the African Caribbean community doesn’t disappear but actually expands to meet the emerging needs of our parents growing old in the UK. We are seeking volunteers with expertise in fundraising, graphic design, website development and business development that can invest time, knowledge and skills to help us achieve our strategic vision. For further information contact jazz.browne@nubianlife.org.uk
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l Cardinal Jean Louis Tauran during his visit to the Nishkam Centre
he red carpet was rolled out for His Eminence, Cardinal JeanLouis Tauran, President of the Pontifical Council for Interreligious Dialogueand advisor to the Holy Pope when he visited Birmingham’s Guru Nanak Nishkam Sewak Jatha, as part of his programme to help strengthen UK interfaith
relations. Accompanied by the Episcopal Office for Relations with Other Religions, Chair of Archbishop Kevin McDonald, the Archbishop of Birmingham Archdiocese, Archbishop Bernard Longley, Father Santiago Michael of the
PCID and esteemed delegates representing the Vatican, the Cardinal visited the roof-top Guru Darbar where kirtan was being performed. This was followed by a visit to the Nishkam Centre for Interfaith dialogue on the theme ‘Catholics and Sikhs: Service to humanity as a contribution to peace.’ Bhai Sahib Dr Mohinder Singh, Chairman of GNNSJ, said: “Who doesn’t want peace? We all want peace: within ourselves, within the world around us; peace within families and within communities; national and international peace; global peace. All seven billion of us have a shared responsibility to chalk out pathways to peace.” Cardinal Tauran said: “I felt extremely happy to be here with the aim to promoting, through the local Church, ‘dialogue of friendship’ between the Catholics and the Sikh Diaspora. In your rich tradition, selfless service rendered for the benefit of others is a core concept. It is in fact one of the three fundamental principles of Sikhism.” The Sikh-Catholic dialogue reinforced the continuing warm and open relationship between the Sikhs in Birmingham and the Catholic Church and strengthened the infrastructure for engagement between the two religions.
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SCAR Birmingham (Organisation for Sickle Cell Anaemia Relief and Thalassemia Support) hosted its first annual OSCAR-thon last month and a fantastic turnout, in Handsworth Park, raised funds and mark World Sickle Cell Day 2013. Started off by Councilor Paulette Hamilton, Councilor for the Handsworth Ward, she spoke about the importance of why we need to support this event saying: “Imagine you are told you have this life threatening deceases for which there is no cure and live with it.” People of all ages took part and before setting off had a gentle warm-up led by ACE Fitness instructor Ezra. The 3.2km route around the
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A Community Coming Together To Support OSCARS 1st OSCAR-thon park many were inspired and energized enough to walk and cycle up to 4 times around the given trek. OSCAR Birmingham CEO, Madge Milligan Green, hailed the day as a complete success and said: “This event will get bigger and better now that it’s an annual event.” She thanked Councilor Hamilton for opening the event, The Phoenix Newspaper for sponsoring it and to local businesses and people such as Adsa Cape Hill, Eden Springs, FenkyJanes Patties, Boots and locals who donated items for the refreshments and raffle after our walk. Madge also thanked the volunteers and Birmingham City Council and the staff at Handsworth Leisure Centre for allowing them host the cool down
and the refreshments sessionat thecentre free of charge. Also a huge ‘Thanks’ to The Drum and Upfront Comedy frontman John Simmit whose comedy night raised £203.76 for OSCAR Birmingham. A massive ‘thanks’ goes to Constable Michelle Ugwueze of West Midlands Police for joining us on the walk, but a special ‘thanks’ go to eldest person to walk FOUR TIMES round the park was community elder John Baker, Mr. Baker who lives on the Winson Green side of city is very keen of keeping fit. He sure keeps himself looking young. Mr. Baker was not only one of the first to
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complete the walk but was the first to bring his £104.85 sponsor money which he raised - The hero of the day. To Loretta Joseph, at 69, the eldest female walker, now known as ‘LJ SENIOR,’ to Joy Simms and her cousin Joan Mardner who are always willing to engage in supporting the
ith the Diaspora in the UK very much a vital part of the branding of all Caribbean Islands, striving to stay connected at the Jamaica Diaspora Conference in Montego Bay, a big feature was about connecting with the people from the Diaspora abroad and making them know Caribbean cares. High on the agenda were ‘LAND’ and ‘WILLS.’ Throughout the generations this on-going debate often caused division in families. However, Jamaica declaring in their 50th year of Independence they are; “A Nation on a Mission’ and are out to prove it by helping to clear up any confusion these
community and the young champion of the day, Emily Mole, who raised £80 by walking 15 miles with her school friends, by walking around Walsall Arboretum. Emily said: “I heard about requests for schools to get involved from the radio. I have a niece age 1 who suffers from sickle cell
entitlements may cause. Last month they sent the Minister of Foreign Affairs to address people of the diaspora; this month was the turn of Jamaica Land Agency and Administration General – took in Manchester, Birmingham, Nottingham and London. In Birmingham, at The Drum Art Centre, led by the Jamaica National Association, Chair Bishop Llewellyn Graham (Church of God of Prophecy) oversaw a panel which in turn was led by Mr Lincoln Downer from the Jamaica High Commission Office the Minister Counsellor for Diaspora Affairs and the Consular Department, Jamaica Land Registry team lead by their CEO Elizabeth A. Stair and Administration
General team and their CEO lead by Lona M. Brown. The panel gave very good account of Jamaica’s commitment to assist people of the Diaspora with their ongoing issues, and was able to take all the questions and host one-to-one sessions at the end. When the Chair asked for someone to assist him with taking the mic around the room in the Q & A section up jumped the youngest member in the room 9-year-old Nicholas from Barford Primary School asked: “Is it necessary to have two wills if you live in the UK but have land in Jamaica?” Questions on Probate issues and Land Registry were the main.
and she is in hospital a lot and it is hard to see her in the pain, so I wanted to do something to help.” What an amazing and unselfish act. Thank you Emily and all your friends at Hydesville Tower School. Community spirit at its highest.
How to avoid paying huge legal fees to receive advice on how to register your land in Jamaica was also a big issue. CEO, Mrs Elizabeth Staire, was able to share that JA Land Agency now have a ‘IMAP Jamaica’ which is like google where people can type in their district and be able to see their roads. The Panel accepts the evening was a success and that they may a need to return as a workshop on their next visit. For more information on land registry go to www.nla. gov.jm and for wills for to www.agd.gov.jm.
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ith the first signs of shoots of growth, British Asian business is playing a huge role in the emergence of British industry and the UK economy as a whole within the global marketplace. Lord Karan Bilimoria of Chelsea who argued that the ‘glass ceiling’ that was prevalent in British business was no longer operating. Describing his personal journey, from his birth in India to Cambridge University, he further argued that success in British society was no longer based on class or colour or creed but on actual merit. He set up Cobra Beers on a string purse, having spotted a gap in the Asian restaurant market, growing the business into a multi pound company before setting up a joint venture with Coors. “British Asians businesses have a huge pivotal role to play in the reemergence of British Industry,” he said. At the Black Country Asian Business Association Awards Dinner, Lord Bilimoria then spoke about the success of Brand Britain, the Olympics and the success of British Asian business within the context of British business. Marking its 12th anniversary, the former Chancellor of Thames Valley University spoke about the importance of skills, the need to increase exports and the need to change the perceptions of British business amongst the British public. With a turnover in excess of £22million, West Bromwich-based Diamond Box, cardboard box manufactures, were the
l Lifetime Achievement award : Jindy Khera ( KTC Edibles)
main ‘Business of the Year’ award beneficiaries on the night, with other winners including; ‘Start Up’ going to Autobase Citroen, Wasim Ashraf of Cloverford Textiles, ‘Young Entrepreneur,’ ‘Community Excellence’ going to Punjabi Wolves, Brit Health Care got the ‘International Award,’ TCH Hire were ‘Regeneration’ winners, with ‘Innovation and Enterprise’ l going to Zeel Solutions, Kavi Jundu voted ‘Business Person of the Year’ and ‘The Lifetime Achievement Award’ presented to Jindy Khera of KTC. BCBA Chair, Ninder Johal, said: “Despite the economic difficulties, it is reassuring to see that the Asian business community is still thriving. The fact that almost 500 people attended this event is a clear testimony of this.” BCABA is now working closely with UKTI and Wolverhampton Council on a major trade mission l to India in the autumn. He also spoke about the support for Birmingham Airport to the area, and its strategic importance to the Black Country. Sponsors included KTC (Edibles) UK ltd, Walsall Council, Stourbridge College, Jaguar Landrover, Wolverhampton Business Solutions, Apprenticeships, Stourbridge College, Accord group, Central Campus, Birmingham Airport, Turkish Airlines, Wolverhampton Council, Black Country LEP, Birmingham City University and Johal Catering. Motor Neurone Disease was the chosen charity and over £9000 was raised.
l International Trade award Winners : Brit Health Care
Community Excellence Award Winners : Punjabi Wolves
l Business Person of the year award : Kavi Jundu ( Diamond Box)
Start Up award Winners : Autobase Citroen
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Lambeth launches new social care apprenticeship
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he pioneering partnership between Lambeth Council, Lambeth College, local care employers and Jobcentre Plus reached a significant milestone as thirteen local health and social care apprentices joined Lambeth’s Social Care Apprentice Programme. They all work in Lambeth, either directly for the council, local care partners like Allied Care who provide support for
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est Midland business leaders welcomed the announcement by Business Minister, Michael Fallon, that the Government will extend the small business exemption from new regulations for firms with fewer than 10 employees to firms with up to 50 employees. The president of Birmingham Chamber of Commerce, Steve Brittan, said: “Improving red tape legislation is critical in enabling UK businesses to maximise their potential as drivers of economic growth and innovation.” The Chamber works closely
with the Local Better Regulation Office, a national regulatory organisation in a bid to slash the burden of business red tape. Says Brittan: “British business has had to face an astonishing £23bn billion just to deal with a flood of employment legislation in four years. The Government claims business growth is top of the agenda, yet UK firms are hit with eye-watering legislation costs.” The based Birmingham LBRO says that its brief is to “improve the way local regulation is delivered to ensure it results in the right outcomes for everyone – business, the general public and the environment.”
vulnerable people living at home or as personal assistants for people managing their own care and support. The three men and ten women whose ages range from 20 to 50 began the year long course in June, leading to Level II Diploma in Health & Social Care. Gareth Roberts, Lambeth Council’s Senior Learning & Development Manager for Adult Social Care who led the successful pilot project, partly funded by Skills for Care, the national sector skills council, said: “We need more people to work in social care, a growth industry. We need more people to support our growing older population and need to make social care a more attractive career especially for younger people. We will do all we can to support them through this innovative programme with Lambeth College, Jobcentre Plus and local employers. ” Janine O’Connor, Lambeth Council’s Apprenticeship Coordnator said: “This group has been handpicked for their passion for care which some of them haven’t had the opportunity to realise. They bring a range of skills and experiences. Apprenticeships aren’t just for school leavers – they’re for anyone who wants to train, learn new skills or to progress their career.”
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Legal Aid Cuts Threaten Access to Justice in the Midlands R esolution, the country’s largest association of family law practitioners, and the Birmingham Law Society, the largest regional Law Society in the country, have joined together to warn of the devastating effects of further legal aid cuts, which will result in 200,000 people a year being denied access to justice across England and Wales. Legal aid will remain available to support many victims of domestic violence and a further limited number of people for mediation, as well as in cases where child care proceedings are involved. However, mediation is not a one-size-fits-all solution. For the process to be successful, both parties need to agree to participate. Where one party is not willing, there is no support available. As a result, many people will be
forced to represent themselves, sometimes in court (known as ‘litigants in person’), acting without legal advice. In statement made following the implementation of these cuts, Philip Barnsley Resolution’s Chair in the West Midlands, said: “These measures are a false economy. In cases involving separation and financial matters, the weaker partner is left with an inadequate settlement and is
pushed into reliance on benefits, shifting the costs to other areas of public spending. This will ultimately place a greater burden on the public purse. “These cuts fail families and run counter to the government’s stated aim of putting children and
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families at the heart of policy. The effects will be particularly damaging for the children in divorce cases, particularly those from poorer backgrounds.” Jerome O’Ryan, Chair of the Birmingham Law Society Family Law Committee, added: “The government has recently announced further cuts for cases involving child care proceedings. This is a further blow to those involved in trying to obtain justice for some of the most vulnerable members of our society. For the government to make these proposals now, on top of the deep cuts made in both 2010 and 2011, does feel like kicking people when they are down.” “The reality for most solicitors dealing with child care cases is that fees are already cut back to the bare minimum. The impact on those vulnerable members of society who need expert legal advice will be fewer representa-
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tives as legal aid firms find it not viable to carry out this type of work, leading to them being denied access to justice.” “In addition, there will be strict limits on a legal aid firm’s ability to take on further work. As a result, people who are eligible for legal aid may experience difficulty locating a legal aid lawyer to represent them as fewer practitioners are able to provide legal aid. Access to justice risks becoming a postcode lottery.” Resolution’s Philip Barnsley added: “Initially we estimated that around 200,000 people would be
impacted by legal aid cuts, but our concern is that many people needing help will not be able to afford or access the advice that they require with immeasurable impacts on children.” “Everyone appreciates the importance of reducing public expenditure but Resolution and the Law Society remain unconvinced that this is the right way to do it. We want to see the government review, at the earliest opportunity, the impact of the legal aid changes and assess whether the predicted cost savings across all government departments are really materialising.”
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Hereward College students team up with The Phoenix Newspaper
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tudents from Hereward College looking to move into a career in the Media and Journalism industry are to undertake a work placement at The Phoenix newspaper in Birmingham.
It is hoped that their time at the newspaper will encourage the students to become more confident in their skills and enhance their knowledge.
Some of the things the students will be doing include design work for the paper, writing articles for already established features and starting their very own features.
Working in partnership with the newspaper, Phoenix Managing Director Marcia hopes to help the students develop their knowledge and understanding of the world of media.
A student involved in the partnership, Katy Oakes, said, “I am really looking forward to working here and learning new skills. I have already enjoyed the amount of freedom and creativity I have been allowed to have, it’s allowed me to progress quickly!”
Students will be given the chance to work with staff at the magazine to develop their own features which will be featured either in The Phoenix or in our sister publication, Street Cred.
With a diverse range of students, it is hoped that the students will bring a wealth of knowledge and skills to the paper and help further promote it within the local community we serve.
The Phoenix Managing Director commented “I am excited to be working with the students of Hereward College to not only help them develop themselves but also to develop this paper. The skills that these students have already shown to us make me confident that big things will be happening in the near future. Watch this space!”
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who will oversee their work and give them help on how to improve. Students will be given the opportunity to work either from college or they can work in the office and get a feeling for journalistic life. Phoenix Managing Director added “We are looking forward to letting the students into our office and giving them a real taste of what it is like in the world of media work. They will be given the chance to work with our own designers and writers to further their own knowledge.
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West Midlands school celebrated a rapid turnaround after success in a recent Ofsted inspection. Eaton Valley Primary School, in West Bromwich, has been rated as 'good' by Ofsted, after coming out of 'special measures.' Last year, the school, situated on the edge of Sandwell Valley Country Park, won the Sandwell School's Book Quiz and this year they have made it to the finals again. Ofsted said: "The school's calm and harmonious atmosphere is the result of strong relationships and pupils' consistently positive attitudes to learning." Head teacher Sue Ramsay said: "Only 10% of schools who come out of special measures will be rated as good and we
are very proud that our school has achieved this in such a short space of time. The school has gone from strength to strength and the children are continuing to make good progress. Eaton Valley is rapidly moving forwards. Our aim is to reach 'outstanding' by the next time we are inspected." Councillor Simon Hackett, Sandwell Council's cabinet member for children's services, said: "I congratulate staff, pupils, parents and everyone involved at Eaton Valley Primary School on this excellent progress, which the council has also supported. Eaton Valley Primary School is surrounded by an inspiring beautiful green environment which provides a wonderful learning experience for children.
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South and City College Birmingham care student celebrated after winning the West Midlands heat of the WorldSkills UK 2013 Caring Competition. Shantel Hines, studying for a one year MSubsid in Health and Social Care, leading to her National Diploma Level 3, was second in the regional competition and now compete at national level later this year. Organised by the National Skills Academy for Social Care, the WorldSkills UK the compe-
titions aim to find the best adult social care workers in the country. Shantel, 19, whose goal it is to become a dietician after she completes her college studies, was
chosen by her tutors to enter this year’s WorldSkills UK. She said: “I feel really good about coming second. I didn't know what to expect, but I tried my hardest and it paid off. I hope to make it
through to the national competitions." Mike Hopkins, Principal of South and City College said: “Well done to Shantel for coming second, and to all of our students who work hard and try their best in competitions. In entering the WorldSkills competitions as a college, I have been overwhelmed with our success so far.” The National finals take place at the Skills Show, at the NEC in Birmingham in November.
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BAES Community Open Day
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he Birmingham Adult Education Service’ Community Open Day event provided the opportunity to talk to subject specialists and information and advice workers who were on hand to advise on the best routes to achieving individual learning goals also see some of the things
people made; from cakes to jewellery and fashion. Exploring the various stalls, demonstrations and workshops you got full information about their business, what they do, funding etc. At its St Georges, Newtown campus, there was a host of examples of what is available to learn, from
jewellery and henna, to cake designing and much more. This adult-aimed enterprise helps students start-up their own business, teaching them every angle to cover from start to finish and each point between. Started at the beginning of the year, the courses are open to any adult over the age of 19 with cam-
puses in areas as far afield as; Edgbaston, Erdington, Hall Green, Hodge Hill, Ladywood, Northfield, Perry Barr, Selly Oak, Sutton Coldfield and Yardley. For a great learning experience, contact any one of the campuses to help you get a better idea of the sort of skills you could soon be learning.
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Why eLAY likes to be frightened! W ith years of sustained experience in the music industry, much vaunted musician/producer, eLAY is back with another exciting project that is as fresh, energetic, original, and as different as his last overwhelming success. As many a young, up-and-coming wannabe pin all their hopes and aspirations on the ‘be all and end all’ TV ‘talent show,’ the former Medium Wave drummer has used his unique talents, still creating paths which he himself wants to venture. Ever since his breathtaking performance at the Street Cred 2nd Anniversary Showcase, at Birmingham’s Hyatt Hotel, in 1999, his latest mark, ‘Spinning Out For Love,’ a 3-track EP, is yet another adventure which explores the hugely mesmeric body of sounds and visions that, whilst represents one of music’s best all-round artist, is much-loved and respected by some of the biggest
and respected names in the game. “That show at The Hyatt was memorable for all sorts of reasons. I wanted to give people something different that night and even today, I get stopped in the street by people, artists and guests, who were there that night saying they still remember my song, ‘Under Pressure.’ I like to be frightened,” says ELAY, a man whose music is his business and whose business is his music. “I always like to create new genres, not be part of what’s ‘in.’ Music is a frightening business, so I take mine very seriously. It’s important that I take control of my musical destiny and that nobody compresses my talent, or dictate what I do. That’s a tip I always tell young musicians looking to make a career in this game.” Having worked with the likes of The Who’ John Entwhistle, Massive Attack’s Shara Nelson, soul diva, Angie Stone, Gem from Oasis and legendary
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Johns Jokes
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KATIE PRICE TO LAUNCH A BRAND NEW PERFUME!
Usain Bolt thinks he is capable of running at 40mph. You might think that’s good, but if he hits a child at that speed there is an 80% chance they will die!
Her new fragrance, Kissable, will launch in the
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hen it came to designing the bottle for Kissable, Katie insisted on creating something that represented her flirty yet innocent side. Like Pricey herself, it’s both colourful and playful. Presented in an eye-catching lipstick-red bottle, with a unique lip-shaped lip gloss charm (reflecting Katie’s famous flirty pout!) and sold in a box festooned with kiss prints, this new perfume is striking and sexy – perfectly representing Katie’s sense of fun, her enviable selfconfidence and her distinctive femininity. The lip gloss charm contains a glam and girlie tinted gloss, per-
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George Bush is being given his daily briefing and is told that yesterday 3 Brazilian soldiers were killed. “Oh no!” he shouts, “That’s terrible!” His staff are stunned at the display of emotion from their President. Finally composing himself he takes his head from his hands and asks “How many is a Brazilian?”
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The enchanting accord opens with a fruity burst of red grape, orange blossom, sparkling mandarin, and juicy plum, settling to reveal a beautiful floral heart of honeysuckle, jasmine and star gazer lily. It rests on a wonderfully feminine base of vanilla, warm golden amber, sensual musks and sandalwood Kissable is Katie's fourth fragrance in her line of best-selling perfumes, and with its unforgettable scent and style, it’s sure to follow the very successful footsteps of her previous perfumes Stunning, Besotted and Precious Love. The style is reminiscent of the flirty 50’s – filled with glam-
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My wife said she is leaving me because of my obsession with American sitcoms. Happy Days. Scientists have confirmed today only 3 things would survive a nuclear war. Cockroaches, Scorpions and the DFS Sale. 6.31pm. My wife is leaving me because of my obsession with Big Brother. So they’re bringing in a £100 fine for bad driving. How sexist is that? If it is true that we all go to a better place when we die, where is Hugh Hefner going to go?! First Tiger Woods, then Lance Armstrong, and now Oscar Pistorius. Isn’t it time Nike started telling their athletes “Don’t do it”?
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GADGETS
Who’s a pretty boy then?
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it with the free app available on both Android and iOS devices. The app itself controls the noice cancellation, equalizer, monitors the battery level and adjusts the ambience of the headphones via "Parrot Concert Hall". I found the settings in the Concert Hall to actually detract from the sounds produced by the headphones, so I kept that setting off most of the time. The noise cancellation is brilliant, but even with it off the cancellation from the ear pads themselves was pretty impressive. Bluetooth connections worked flawlessly, and with the supplied wire, you can still use the headphones when the battery runs out. The battery is touted at 6 hours with everything enabled, 18 hours with only noise cancellation, and 24 hours standby. Although this may seem low, with everything Parrot have packed in to the Ziks, 6 hours is actually
pretty reasonable. At about £300, the Parrot Ziks are on the high side price wise, but although you might find better noise cancelling headphones, or better audio quality for the same price, you won't find a pair of headphones with this much technology, level of noise cancellation or audio quality as you can with the Ziks. If you're in the market for such a high priced set of headphones, you could do much much worse than these.
Post E3 News
fter a pretty dismal performance at E3 where they were overshadowed by rivals Sony, Microsoft last month pulled a complete 180 on a number of their unpopular plans regarding the upcoming Xbox One.
Being announced with a lower price tag, no restrictions on lending or reselling of games, region free, no need for a constant internet connection or required use of a camera accessory meant that Sony took a commanding position at E3, much to the dismay of an army of Xbox 360 fans. Through listening to the outcry of their consumers, Microsoft took the decision to reverse a number of the announcements that were made at E3. The Xbox One will no longer require a connection to play, past the initial setup of the console itself, you will
be able to buy, sell, lend and trade your games as you currently do, and it will be region free. Will this U-Turn work out for Microsoft? Only time will tell. One thing is for sure though, Sony still have the upper hand in the price wars, but will it be enough to outsell their rival?
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very generation has its own take on the Superman story. At my first comic convention I watched the serials starring Kirk Alyn in the famous tights, and watched re-
runs of George Reeves on the classic TV series ‘The Adventures of Superman’. In 1978, the much-loved first movie came, starring Christopher Reeve in a performance that would become iconic. Bryan
Singer tried to revive the character in 2006 with his reverential Superman Returns, but it never quite took off. Now, producer Chris Nolan, writer Goyer and director Snyder get it totally right with Man of
Starring Henry Cavill, Amy Adams, Michael Shannon, Diane Lane, Kevin Costner, Russell Crowe, Richard Schiff, Laurence Fishburne. Written by David S Goyer. Directed by Zack Snyder
Steel. If you want to know what to expect from this film. the clue is in the title: MAN of Steel. This is a very human story, a story of Clark Kent's search for identity. He's grown up feeling as though he doesn't belong; he finds that he is able to do things that others can't, but has to keep that side of himself hidden. Eventually, he is forced to make a decision; he must choose to be a human or a Kryptonian. Christopher Nolan’s influence is clear in this dark, brooding and incredible-looking origin story which has every sign of being the beginning of an almighty franchise. We first meet Kal-El in the womb on Krypton as his mother gives birth to him amidst treacherous planet conditions and treasonous behaviour. Destruction is imminent. With
Ray Harryhausen Special Effects Titan
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n an age of hi-tech (and shame on you if you digital technology don’t) was the creator of the where the most outiconic form of stop-motion landish special effects animation which he called are created by anonymous ‘Dynamation’ - dynamic anibutton-pushers and a mation. bunch of supercomputers, Inspired by Willis O’Brien’s it’s sad to reflect that it’s work in the iconic King Kong likely that no-one in the (1933) Harryhausen set about cinema industry is ever creating his own animated likely to leave the sort of shorts full of prehistoric legacy and make films monsters and primeval landRaymond Frederick Harryhausen with the sort of passion Special effects creator and technician scapes. and dedication demonBefore long he was mak29 June 1920 - 7 May 2013 strated by the legendary ing short features for George fascinating documentary which Ray Harryhausen, who Pal’s Puppetoons and after chronicles the life and times of the Second World War he found died last month aged 90. Although he retired from film- one of the great cinematic vi- himself in Hollywood and by making in the early 1980s in the sionaries of the 20th century. 1948 he was assistant to O’Brien In 1933, a 13-year-old Ray who was animating Mighty Joe wake of the original Clash of the Titans his influence in the field Harryhausen saw King Kong at Young, a sort of junior King of special effects lives on in the the cinema and was hooked – not Kong. Harryhausen ended up work of some of the world’s only by Kong, who was clearly creating most of the animation greatest modern film-makers, not just a man in a gorilla suit, himself and in the 1950s he was many of whom contribute en- but also by the dinosaurs. He riding the crest of the sciencethusiastically to this detailed and came out of the theatre stunned fiction wave and providing stilland haunted. stunning visuals for titles like “They looked The Beast from 20,000 Fathoms, a b s o l u t e l y 20 Million Miles to Earth and lifelike … Earth vs. the Flying Saucers. I wanted to Everyone of a certain age know how it has a favourite Harryhausen was done." movie and a favourite HarryRay Har- hausen sequence, from the gir y h a u s e n , ant living statue Talos and the in case you fighting skeletons of Jason and don’t know the Argonauts, the dinosaur-
lassoing cowboys of the underrated Valley of Gwangi or the attack of the hideous Cyclops from The Seventh Voyage of Sinbad. These classic moments and many more, are celebrated in this affectionate tribute to the tireless creator of some of the most magical and thrilling scenes in cinema history along with rare archive and behindthe-scenes footage and a look at
its golden skies and deep blue underwater harvesting nests, Kypton is impressively realized. Spaceships are modelled on sea creatures and dragonflies with grand and intricate interiors; the armour is sharp and meticulous. The visual effects team should be applauded for creating such an immersive world. It's a world we come back to again and again over the course of the film. Even as the fully grown Clark Kent traverses the Earth and gets to grips with his powers, we are taken back to pivotal moments in his childhood, breaks from the action to explain his evolution into a hero. And an important theme develops, the theme of dying planets. Snyder uses symmetry in his camera work and visuals to mirror the demise of Krypton with modern day Earth. Endangered species, such as the humpback whale and the polar bear, flit across the screen, stressing the idea that extinction is a reality we may be facing soon (similarly, Superman's Fortress of Solitude resembles the carcass of the humpback whale in its grooved and curved design). As the big S, Henry Cavill masters the art of brow furrowing whilst Amy Adams has the smart, sassy Lois Lane down to a T, though she does err on being a little too in awe of Superman and
there’s not quite enough development of her character. Cavill certainly has a touch of Christopher Reeve about him in his line delivery whilst in the suit, but otherwise he owns the role. As for General Zod, if you’ve seen Michael Shannon do crazy in any other film then you may be disappointed as all he gets to do here is bellow without giving much of a rounded performance. It’s as if he’s holding back, resulting in him being a far from memorable villain. Emotion may be scarce but it does rear its head when dealing with father son issues. Kevin Costner is quite simply excellent as Jonathan Kent and the troubled relationship with his son is one of the high points thanks to his performance. One scene in particular will pull at the heart strings as father protects son with a simple gesture. Once again Hans Zimmer excels with a score that is by turns sublime and overwhelming with its reverberations and ground-shaking bass lines, and another touch of sublimity is provided by the use of some hauntingly beautiful views of the American landscape, a calming force amongst all the action and destruction. A few overblown set pieces aside, this is a super serious summer blockbuster to gape at in awe.
Directed by Gilles Penso. Featuring Ray Harryhausen, Peter Jackson, James Cameron, Terry Gilliam, Steven Spielberg, John Landis many of Harryhausen’s wonderfully-preserved model creatures. The luminaries featured have nothing but praise for his inspirational body of work - even where the scripts and the acting were iffy, Harryhausen’s beautiful animation was never less than astonishing. (Peter Jackson leads the birthday celebrations in footage which closes the film) and Harryhausen still speaks
with authority and fondness for a wonderful body of work which will remain timeless for me and fans of good movies for generations to come. Ray Harryhausen ‘Special Effects Titan’ is rated PG and is available now on DVD and BluRay.
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Mr. Brown says: “About reversing the trend of being victims and, instead, be creative. It’s about ‘fusing,’ not ‘defusing,’ BEX Live 2013 will, as it always does, galvanize businesses, on a grand scale. We’re getting some of Britain’s most expansive businesses, of various sizes, specializing in social exclusion, equality and diversity, community engagement, youth empowerment, project and event management. Bill’s breadth of expertise and knowledge, stems from holding various senior positions nationwide in Housing Management, Community Development, Resident Participation, Regeneration and Events Planning, sees him aiming to get as many businesses onboard as he possible can, to “ educate those on the periphery,” he enthuses. BEX Live 2013 will be coming in two major, packed parts. In the day, you will have the business-tobusiness,
fully thronged market place, with full-on fashion show and topped-off with the ever popular ’Battle of the Barbers’
Part 2 highlights the blue ribbon; ‘Black Hair & Beauty Lifestyle Showcase. Finding the region’s best, to represent the Midlands at the national Finals. Workshops and seminars covering, health and wellbeing, wealth creation, good food demonstrations, careers opportunities and much more will also be on show. Look out for a very special performance by the British Heart Foundation Choir, in the Town Hall and in The Square, plus a very special seminar by American songwriter and record producer, Fred Jerkins III, who has worked with the likes of the late Michael Jackson and Whitney Houston, Destiny’s Child, Shola Ama and many more.
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EX Live 2013, the largest cultural and lifestyle marketing tradeshow in the Midlands, launched its 2013 extravaganza with a special event at Birmingham’s Council House to get people prepared for what would be bigger, better and with even greater anticipation than the huge success that was BEX Live 2012. With workshops and seminars covering Hair & Beauty, Careers, Fashion, Dance, Business2-Business, Young Entrepreneurs, and more, BEX Live 2013 is the ideal lifestyle marketplace for the upwardly mobile in and around the Midlands. At the launch, in the salubrious Banqueting Suite, Founder Bill Brown expressed his high anticipation for what will be the biggest event of its type in the city,
explaining the ethos as: “Strengthening business, inspiring youth and building better lives.” Chosen charity, the British Heart Foundation, was on hand to explain their position and their importance in spreading the ‘word’ on healthy eating-especially amongst a race of people who, for generations, have thrived on ‘rich’ food, which quite often, isn’t the healthiest. BEX Live, a social and cultural exhibition for fledgling businesses, also had representation from music college, Access-ToMusic. Head of Learning, Toby Smith, made their position clear at BEX Live by saying: “We are hugely proud to be associated with the show. Like us it’s all about creating jobs and rewarding young people. That’s why AccessTo-Music is very much
involved. Gary Peal, Business Development Manager at Birmingham City Council, was pleased to say: “Birmingham is delighted to be associated with BEX Live 2013.” Much more than a trade show, legendary Afro Hair & Beauty Show cofounders, Norma Ellis and Rudi Page were also on hand expressing their delight at fronting the ‘Black Hair & Beauty Showcase and Awards, the main attraction of the second of what will be a 2-part day of events. Peter Morrison, Chief Executive at Learning Initiative For Employment, Director at Solas Consultants, one of the main sponsors, inventor at T.D.R and leaflog.com and twice voted ‘Inventor of the Year,’ was also present to
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endorse what he sees as a major marketplace for people to take advantage of and move their ideas and growing businesses forward. Mineral-based beauty specialists, Motive Cosmetics, endorsed the relevance of the show, especially for young people by highlighting the importance of skin care when it comes to applying the right make-up. “BEX Live 2013 is not separatist, or segregationist,” said a vibrant and upbeat Bill Brown. “It’s about diversity and progression,” he continued. Endorsed by many and anticipated by thousands, BEX Live 2013 will be the best marketplace to find out the best way to get your business moving forward in this, a global market.
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Enjoy these features at this years mega event! THE MIDLANDS’ BLACK HAIR AND BEAUTY SHOWCASE AND AWARDS THE YOUNG ENTREPRENEUR 2013 THE SPEEDY HAIRSTYLIST OF 2013 THE YOUNG ENTERTAINER OF THE YEAR BEX LIVE LIFESTYLE MARKETPLACE
Seminars and Workshops Covering : Wealth creation Health and wellbeing Careers opportunities Natural hair Healthy eating Good food demos Catwalk shows Fashion Dance Hair and beauty showcase Battle of the barbers
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TWO LEGENDS OF HAIR, BEAUTY AND FASHION COMING TO BEX LIVE 2013
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wo of the biggest names in Black hair and beauty will be lending their considerably knowledge, knowhow and expertise to BEX Live 2013 as part of the ‘Midlands Black Hair & Beauty Showcase and Awards’. Norma Ellis and Rudi Page, founders of the renowned ‘Afro Hair & Beauty,’ Europe’s largest Black Hair Care and Cosmetics showcase will be spearheading the spectacular, celebrating its 30th anniversary and to pass on as much of their highly extensive experience to a new generation hungry for knowledge of how to maintain beauty and be more creative too. Norma, a native of Birmingham, specialises in skin care and is passionate about beauty in its fullest form and, since launching the illuminating ‘Shades of Black’ range of make-up to the city’s Debenhams store in the 1970’s, she has always remained at the vanguard of Black beauty. Together with business partner, Rudi Page, they created the first ever Afro Hair & Beauty Show, in London, in 1983 and ever since have seen it become the biggest showcase of its kind in Europe, attracting some of the world-renowned big names in the field: “The concept for the BEX Live event is to raise the professional standard for hair entrepreneurs,” she said.
Rudi, a young Marketing Manager for famed leading American hair and beauty product, Dyke & Dryden Limited, then at 23, with Norma launched the first ever “Afro Hair & Beauty” ,Europe’s largest Black Hair Care and Cosmetics showcase, at Grosvenor House, in London’s Park Lane. American manufacturers including; M&M products, Soft Sheen, Hair-Lox, Summit Products, Pro-Line, World of Curls, Alberto-Culver and EF-Kay Shaving Products, demonstrated the unique qualities of their brands to an enthusiastic audiences. British based companies such as St. Clairs, A & B Enterprises, Gold Care, Chezahn Cosmetics, Koffee & Kream, Ken-Euro Ltd. and Tops Cosmetics also enjoyed considerable success and exposure.
says Rudi.
“The concept was to raise standards for hair entrepreneurs in hair, beauty and fashion,”
Norma, “the No.1 skin care specialist in the UK”, enthuses: “We will be there to pass the baton on to the next generation. We want BEX Live to relive the excitement and unique experience of our first showcase in 1983.” It will be an explosive day of the most creative, expansive and original hair, beauty and fashion concepts ever to be seen in the Midlands. One never to be missed.
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FASHION
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HEALTH AND FITNESS
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MS Nurse takes a splash in memory of inspirational former patients
Male MidLife Crisis Reaches Epidemic Proportions
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ground-breaking new survey has shown a staggering increase in the number of men experiencing symptoms traditionally associated with a midlife crisis, including significant numbers of young men. The study also highlights that these men are still turning to the 'classic techniques' used for coping at such a time. The study was commissioned by Bennetts, the UK's No.1 Bike Insurance Specialist, to understand whether the belief that men between 40 and 55 years old buy a motorbike to cope with a midlife crisis, remains true or not. The research showed that six out of every ten men aged between 40 and 55, the age traditionally most associated with the mid-life crisis, now say they have had or are currently experiencing a mid-life crisis. Responses showed that those men find it difficult to understand and hard to handle, with friends and family being confused and showing limited support. Bennetts Associate Director, Hannah Squirrell, said: "I suspect a lot of men who dream about owning a motorcycle will be pleased to see motorbiking up there on the list of ways to deal with a mid-life crisis. If your partner questions whether you should be investing in a new bike, 'saving or improving your relationship' is a pretty strong reason to justify the expense."
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Ultrasound Service gets an overhaul at Sandwell Hospital
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he ultrasound service at Sandwell and West Birmingham Hospitals NHS Trust has undergone a transformation to accommodate the arrival of state of the art scanning machines. The main Ultrasound Department at Sandwell Hospital has moved to allow the installation of new CT scanners, machines which produce a 3D image which gives more detail than a standard X-ray. Ultrasound Room 1 is now situated on the ground floor within the Imaging Department and Ultrasound Room 2 is now on the first floor
of the Emergency Service Centre. There are two scan rooms on the ground level and a further two on the first floor, which is accessed via a video link on the main corridor between A&E and X-Ray. All inpatients are now being scanned in Ultrasound 1, while outpatients are scanned on the first floor, with the appointment letters asking patients to report to Ultrasound 2. To guide patients, there is signage directing them from the main corridor to Ultrasound 2. Following the reconfiguration of the stroke service earlier this year, the weekend service for
transient ischaemic attack (TIA) has also moved to Sandwell Hospital. Helen Haywood, Divisional Lead Superintendent Sonographer in the ultrasound team, said: “We have made the move because of the arrival of our brand new CT scanners, which will help us to obtain even clearer images to aid in diagnosis. We have also streamlined our appointment process. Inpatient requests are booked by an Ultrasound Co-ordinator, while all outpatient appointments are booked by the centralised booking team.”
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Multiple Sclerosis Nurse from City Hospital took on the challenge of the Great North Swim in Windermere as part of the MS Society’s Challenge60. Dawn Brookfield also persuaded her sister Carly to take part in the event in June as they did the one mile swim in memory of two of Dawn’s patients. They’re hoping to In looking to raise at least £1,500 Dawn 49, said: “Two of my former SWBH patients inspired me to take on the challenge. Simon Arrowsmith was an absolute joy and an inspiring chap. He was a highflying lawyer and was diagnosed with MS in his early 50s, just after he got married. He wasn’t just a patient to me. He had rapidly progressing MS and is sadly missed.
I also lost another lady early this year. Diane Morgan had an aggressive form of cancer, as well as MS. She too was inspirational and never said “why me?” They have both left a big hole in my life.” Dawn says that taking on such challenges, gave her a “tiny insight” into what it’s like to have MS. She said: “After the Great London swim last year, my limbs wouldn’t stop shaking and my movement was restricted by the ultra tight wetsuit. But I only had to put up with it for an hour; my patients have to deal with the symptoms on a daily basis.” The Great North Swim is the biggest open water swim in the UK. Over 10,000 people take part in the event at Lake Windermere in the Lake District.
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ADOPTION AND FOSTERING
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ith a national shortage of Foster carers across the UK, there are more children than ever who need a caring and loving environment, which every child has the right to experience. Whether a crisis in the family, illness or relationship difficulties could be some of the reasons
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forever. The sudden responsibility that you have for a little human being who is relying on you for everything is profoundly lifechanging. And the joys and excitement and stresses and strains - of parenting are like nothing else. But what is it like to parent an adopted child? And is it any different if you are an LGBT adopter? Every year across the UK about 4,000 children are adopted from our care system. Taken as a group these are children who for a variety of reasons are unable to live safely with their birth parents or wider birth families. Sadly, many of these children will have been abused or neglected before being removed from their birth families into care. As a group these children will need a lot of time, attention and nurturing in order to help them
recover from the circumstances that led them into care and to help them thrive in a stable and loving family environment. As a result, all adoptive parents need to be properly prepared to understand the joys and challenges of adoption. This involves robust preparation, training, assessment and approval process which is described below. The best advice for anyone thinking about adoption is to do your research first. Find out as much as you can about adoption through useful websites such as the British Association for Adoption & Fostering (BAAF)’s baaf.org.uk which contain lots of information about the adoption process, the children needing adoption, case studies of people who have adopted and other useful resources. The next step is to find and speak to an adoption agency. All local councils have their own adoption agency and there are also a number of voluntary adoption agencies across the UK that
you can approach. You can search for the adoption agencies that are closest to where you live on the website mentioned above. You will usually be invited to an information event to find out more. If you want to go forward and the adoption agency accepts your expression of interest, the next step is to attend a preparation group. These sessions provide an opportunity to meet experienced adopters and learn about the challenges you may face during the process of adopting a child, and as the child grows up. Once an application to adopt has been accepted, the assessment or home study begins. This involves a number of visits by a social worker over a period of a few months. The home study is an opportunity to explore in depth why someone wants to adopt a child
There are already so many fantastic individuals who foster and adopt children into their families- but we need more ! At the Phoenix, all of our team are committed to raising awareness of fostering and adoption through our campaign not just for the month of May, but for an entire 12 months!
We will be highlighting the inspiring work of current carers, the extensive support and training that is available and the difference that you could be making in a young persons’ life. If you feel that you can offer this, or even if you would like to find out a little bit more – don’t hesitate! It could make the greatest difference to a child’s life.
Lambeth reward Foster Carers of the Year
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esfamariam Okbamichael and Mebrat Berhane were named ‘Lambeth Foster Carer of the year’ having been fostered for 7 years and were presented with a certificate and High Street vouchers at a special reception hosted by the Mayor of Lambeth, Cllr Mark Bennett and Cllr Wellbelove Tesfamariam and Mebrat were
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from care and to help them to reflect on what this might mean for them and for their life. Adoption agencies carry out checks on all prospective adopters. This includes with the local authority, employer, and criminal records checks. They also request a medical examination and ask for personal referees. Following the home study the social worker will write a report which will include recommendations and advice on the kind of child or children that the prospective adopters would best be able to care for. The prospective adopters are invited to read and comment on the report before it goes to the adoption panel. The adoption panel usually meets at least once a month and is made up of a range of experienced professionals and independent members such as adoptive parents or adopted adults. The panel makes a recommendation as to whether or not the
chosen by a panel out of 30 carers, who were nominated by staff and members of the public as part of a competition. “We were really pleased to have won. Fostering is so important as we are all that the child have. We are here to help, carry and love them,” says a proud Tesfamariam. Mebrat added, “Through fostering we have an extended fam-
application should be approved. The vast majority of prospective adopters are successful. Having been approved, the adopters will then go on to be matched with a child and can of course choose which child they are matched with. When it comes to being approved to be adoptive parents, LGBT applicants go through exactly the same process as everyone else. Despite encouragement and support from organisations such as BAAF, New Family Social and many individual adoption agencies, many LGBT people still feel there will be obstacles to overcome when they apply to adopt. While this is understandable not least because of the media interest in “gay adoption”, in fact, many gay and lesbian people have successfully adopted children and there is a rapidly growing community of gay and lesbian families that can also provide support to you. Research studies which compare parenting by lesbian and gay parents with heterosexual parents consistently report a ‘no difference’ message. Heterosexual, lesbian, gay,
ily and even when a child leaves care we keep in touch and still offer our support.” Cllr Bennett said: “Tesfamariam and Mebrat have shown great commitment in creating a warm and family home for Lambeth children. Like all of our wonderful foster carers, they provide love and care to children which makes a huge difference to their lives.”
bisexual and transgender adults may all prove to be good, poor or indifferent parents: their sexuality has absolutely no bearing on whether or not they can be good parents. Another focus of concern may be that a child with LGBT parents will be the target of bullies. As one gay adopter, George, who is also adopted himself, says, ‘Children are all different, some will be picked on for being the wrong colour, wearing glasses, red hair... Same sex parents I would suggest will fall into the same category. Being mixed race myself, my parents worked hard to instill a sense of confidence in me about my race as well as being adopted. You have a duty of care towards a child with a difficult start to life to be there for them, this means being an active part of their life and making sure there are no issues at school’. In conclusion if you think adoption might be right for you please find out more! For more information about adoption visit www.baaf.org.uk or download the BAAF app in the Apple and Android stores.
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CTO
A special invitation to Guadeloupe by supermodel: ‘Let me show you my islands’ Martinique honours a 20th century towering voice
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he Guadeloupe Islands Tourist Board launched an e-marketing and social media campaign starring the Island’s supermodel Willy Monfret as their U.S. “Ambassador.” Called “Let me show you my islands” the campaign highlighted the best deals, activities, hot spots as well as the savory gastronomy of this very eco-friendly and welcoming archipelago with Monfret offering American travelers an insider’s look at his beloved French-Caribbean Islands. It also celebrated the Seaborne Airlines’ new non-stop flight from San Juan, Puerto Rico to Pointe-à-Pitre, Guadeloupe and also featured the new American Airlines’ weekly non-stop service from Miami to Pointe-
à-Pitre. Thanks to his international modeling career and lead role in rapper Nicky Menaj’s “Right Thru Me” music video Monfret is already an icon in the United States. As well as being a Supermodel, he has done fashion shoots
He has also featured in Vogue and graced the covers of GQ, Preference and Men’s Health amongst many others. When asked why they picked Monfret, Sandra Venite, the Guadeloupe Island’s U.S. representative answered: “Not only do his eyes look like our crystal-
for the most prestigious brands such as Ralph Lauren, Benetton, Assaro, Calvin Klein and Sean John, Guadeloupe Islands-born, French-Caribbean Willy is also world-traveling DJ from his base in New York.
clear waters, but his genuine spirit and simplicity truly reflect the character of the Guadeloupe archipelago.”
s one of the keystone events in a year-long celebration and commemoration of Aimé Césaire in Martinique, France and throughout the world, the Toni Morrison Society placed a Bench by the Road on the island’s Road Fort-deFrance in honor of the 100th anniversary of his birth. The Bench by the Road Project is a memorial history project established by the Society to honor an individual, place, or event that is of great importance in the history of Black people who are part of the African Diaspora. The Project was launched in 2006 on the occasion of the 75th Birthday of Nobel Laureate Toni Morrison and since then, the Society has placed nine benches in various locations
CTO goes mobile T he Caribbean To u r i sm Organization went mobile with the launch of an app for Caribbean Week in New York.
Making it easy for mobile users to locate and access Caribbean Week activities, as well as share photos and videos of, and
comments on, the event, the app, developed by New York-based technology company, Cititech Solutions, which specializes in providing technological support for small, mediumsized and large businesses, was developed with Caribbean Week in mind The usefulness of the app, however, is far outliving the Week.
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including Sullivan’s Island, off the cost of South Carolina, which was the point of entry for 40 percent of enslaved Africans who came to North America, the city of Oberlin in Ohio, which was part of the Underground Railroad and Paris, France, in honor of
ponent of Black pride, dedicating his life to the struggle against colonialism and its racial stereotypes and the fight to bring equality to French overseas territories, including Martinique, equal status as regions of France. He passed away on April 17, 2008 in Fort-de-France and in 2011, a plaque bearing his name was placed in the Panthéon of Paris, where some of France’s most revered citizens are buried including Victor Hugo, Pierre and Marie Curie, Victor Shoelcher, Jean Moulin and André Malraux. The Aimé Césaire Bench, unveiled on June 26th, is the 10th placement by the Society, Louis Delgrès, a French general with a plaque, which read: “This and freedom fighter for Guade- Bench placed in honor of the loupe. 100th birthday of Aimé Césaire, Born in Basse-Pointe, in 1913, son of Martinique and world reAimé Césaire was an early pro- nowned poet, playwright, author, teacher, anti-colonialist, and political leader.” Muriel Wiltord, director Americas for the Martinique Promotion Bureau /CMT USA said: “Everyone in Martinique is looking forward to the inauguration of the bench by the road dedicated to Aimé Césaire. It is truly a great honor.” In 1935, Césaire was admitted to the prestigious Ecole Normale Supérieure in Paris and was one of the principal architects of the Négritude Movement, the affirmation of a Black and African Diaspora culture and heritage. His most famous poem, ‘Cahier D’un Retour au Pays Natal’, was published in 1939. From 1945 to 2001, he served as Mayor of Fort- de-France and served in the French National Assembly from 1946 to 1993 as Deputy. Aimé Césaire passed away in 2008 in Fort-de-France and in 2011 a plaque bearing his name was placed in the Panthéon of Paris, where some of France’s most revered citizens are buried including Victor Hugo, Pierre and Marie Curie, Victor Shoelcher, Jean Moulin and André Malraux. Aimé Césaire, son of Martinique and world renowned poet, playwright,
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OVERSEAS NEWS WITH TRAVIS CHASE
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xperts in the United Kingdom and the Caribbean are continuing to exchange skills on how to improve the teaching of Caribbean poetry on both sides of the Atlantic. A group of academics and renowned poets opened the last leg of a three-day workshop by the Caribbean Poetry Project (CCP) in the co-operative Republic of Guyana. The project is being supported by the Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC), University of Cambridge, the Commonwealth Education Trust and the Centre for Commonwealth Education. “A joint research and teaching programme has been developed to integrate world class Caribbean poetry into British and Caribbean school curricula and to facilitate the teaching and learning of poetry on both sides of the Atlantic,” Professor of Poetry at the University of Cambridge, Morag Styles told the opening session on at the Guyana International Conference Centre (GICC). Heads of English Departments at Guyanese Secondary Schools are among the participants in the Teaching Caribbean Poetry Workshop, drawing on the expertise of academics from the University of the West Indies (UWI), University of Cambridge
Improving Caribbean PoetryThe UK and the Caribbean
as well as poets like Sam Sawyer and Philip Nanton and John Agard and Grace Nichols, Mark Mc Watt. Topics being discussed include Kindling Interest; Language and
Identity of Caribbean Poetry; Childhood and Landscape, Poetry, Math and Science; Context Role and Scope of Caribbean Poetry; Oppression and Resistance in Caribbean Poetry; CSEC and
Cicely Tyson’s Journey Home
English B, and Poetry and the Visual Image: Paint Me A Poem. Styles said since its inception in 2010, the CPP has been inspiring much international interest by taking the “poetry of the Car-
ibbean to students in the UK who might otherwise have little exposure to this unique literature.” Director of the School of Education at UWI’s Mona Campus, Dr. Jennifer Obidah announced
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that a poetry reference would shortly be set up at the Barbados-based CXC to help inform future examinations. “I have no doubt that this work- all of these workshops, the Caribbean Poetry Project- has touched and shifted if not changed the lives of many,” she added. The three-year old CPP has brought together leading poets, teachers, educationists, scholars, publishers and arts administrators from Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago, Barbados, Dominica, St Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, Antigua, Grenada, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Anguilla, Montserrat and Guyana. In September 2012 an international conference of renowned international poets, academics and practitioners was held in Cambridge, UK to communicate research outcomes Delegates came from 16 countries including Australia, Brazil, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Poland, Japan and the United States as well the Caribbean and the UK Guyana’s Minister of Education, Priya Manickchand pledged government’s support for the project. ““We are ready to hold your hands. We are ready to provide the resources. Let us know what they are,” she said
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presented the celebrated Hollywood star, a native of the island, with a special invitation from the government to be part of the St. Kitts/Nevis 30th Anniversary of Independence. Minister Brantley was in New York for the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s Caribbean Week
and the annual general meeting of the Caribbean Ministers of Tourism. Under his portfolio for Culture, the Minister he engaged Ms. Tyson and other luminaries in the entertainment industry to forge opportunities to promote Nevis for arts and culture.
ames Fuller , a British ibbean lives-Brian Lara' during access people who were close to newspaper journalist, the six years he lived in Lara's him at every stage of his life and has written a biography homeland of Trinidad and To- career: coaches, teachers." Fuller of former West Indies bago, reports CMC. said. captain Brian Lara, one of the "Living in the Caribbean gave Notably, Fuller has been a greatest cricketers of all time. me the time and opportunity to journalist for 13 years and was Brian Lara, who is named the Newspaper SoTrinidadian by birth, ciety's UK Young Journalist retired in 2008 and of The Year in 2002. holds the world record He now lives in Tauranga, scores in Test cricket New Zealand, where he is a (400 not out), first-class senior writer at the Bay of cricket (501 not out) Plenty Times. and the most runs in a "I also wanted to transmit test match over (28). that sense of vibrancy and Speaking with reportfun which is so much a part ers, "I wanted to write of the Trinidadian culture; a about Lara's career from culture which helped shape the Caribbean perspecone of the greatest batsman tive, as that had never the world has ever seen," been done before," said said Fuller. Fuller. 'Caribbean Lives: Brian Fuller, also a keen Lara', published by Maccricketer who played at millan, is available now. domestic level for 20 l The Phoenix Managing Editor with Brian Lara years, says he wrote 'Car- earlier this year at STC-14 in Trinidad & Tobago
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OVERSEAS NEWS WITH TRAVIS CHASE
Qatar Airways Launches Second Destination In Sultanate Of Oman
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n addition to winning Skytrax’s prestigious Airline of the Year 2011 and 2012, Qatar Airways was named Best Airline in the Middle East for the seventh year in a row, and its Premium Terminal at Doha International Airport was named Best Premium Service Airport for the third consecutive year in 2012. Today, Salalah, south of the Arabian Peninsula, becomes the Doha-based airline’s fifth new route of the year taking the carrier’s global reach to 127 destinations. A release from the airline says that “with the Omani capital Muscat already served 31-timesa-week and the new four-aweek services to Salalah, Qatar Airways now flies a total of 35
services to the Sultanate each week. The latest destination also heralds the first of three new Middle East routes to be launched by the carrier over the next few weeks with two Iraqi cities joining the network.’ Qatar Airways Chief Executive Officer Akbar Al Baker said the launch of Salalah flights demonstrated the strengthening relationship between the State of Qatar and the Sultanate. “We are extremely delighted to have added the highly popular leisure destination of Salalah to our international network and extend our awardwinning service to the people of Salalah and the Dhofar region,” he said. “As one of the most beautiful places in the Gulf, affectionately known as the Perfume Capital of Arabia, Salalah has tremendous appeal for visitors across the Gulf, Europe, the United States and many other countries, steeped in history, culture and natural beauty. “Already welcoming thousands of tourists every year, we look forward to playing our part
Caribbean to launch Aid for Trade Strategy
to help further boost leisure and business tourism here and also provide travellers from Salalah with easy connections to more than 120 destinations worldwide via our Doha hub.” Qatar Airways Country Manager Oman and Yemen, Ali Abdul Khaliq Ibrahim added: “Qatar Airways has progressively developed its operations and business here in Oman and by working closely with our travel trade and corporate partners and of course our loyal customer base, we look forward to making our newest route a resounding success. Qatar Airways’ launch of flights to Salalah is good news for the travelling public from Oman who now has greater choice and more flying options.” Qatar Airways, one of the
world’s fastest growing airlines, has seen rapid growth in just 16 years of operations, currently flying a modern fleet of 124 aircraft to 127 key destinations across Europe, Middle East, Africa, Asia Pacific and The Americas, including Chicago, the airline’s newest point introduced on April 10. Over the next few weeks and months, Qatar Airways will launch scheduled flights to a diverse portfolio of new routes, including Basra, Iraq (June 3); Sulaymaniyah, Iraq (August 20); Chengdu, China (September 3); Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (September 18); Clark Airport, Philippines (October 28) and Philadelphia, USA (2 April 2014).
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he 15-nation Caribbean Community (Caricom) will launch the Caribbean Regional Aid for Trade (AfT) Strategy in Port-au-Prince, Haiti,the Guyana-based regional headquarters said in a statement. Michel Martelly, the President of Haiti and Chairman of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), will be joined by Director General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO) Pascal Lamy and Secretary-General of CARICOM, Ambassador Irwin LaRocque at the ceremony on Tuesday morning. President Martelly will deliver the feature address with Mr Lamy and Ambassador LaRocque as well as the Wilson Laleau, Minister of Trade and Industry of Haiti making remarks.
Aid for Trade refers to the flow of development finance from developed countries and multilateral funding agencies to developing countries to enhance their participation in the multilateral trading system. The Caribbean Strategy, which was developed with the assistance of the InterAmerican Development Bank (IDB), aims to create consensus within CARICOM on priorities for ensuring growth and a more diversified regional economy. It presents a coherent approach to obtaining funding and provides a framework for collaboration among CARICOM Member States and international development partners (IDPs) or investors with an interest in providing support for the Region’s development.
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cities. We are now essentially providing a shuttle service with a flight going every two hours, both morning and evening. The additional flights will further facilitate connectivity to Aer Lingus services meaning that Birmingham-based passengers can connect to the US via Dublin and avail of security and customs preclearance in Dublin airport. Irish routes are extremely popular for both business and leisure travel from Birmingham and we’re delighted that Aer Lingus Regional has added a further three daily flights to provide this shuttle service between the two cities.” Aer Arann operates 550 flights per week across 27 routes in Ireland, the UK and France.
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pend a day foraging the Suffolk Heritage Coast and nearby landscapes led by expert forager Jon Tyler, then take your foodie finds back to the Brudenell Hotel at Aldeburgh where Head Chef, James Barber will combine the delicacies into a tasty, local feast for dinner. The day starts with a two-hour forage along Aldeburgh beach then return to the Brudenell for lunch; a second afternoon session looks at the wild food that can be foraged in the nearby countryside. The three-course meal will be served at a sociable communal table so guests can chat about their foraging experience and share their finds. Jon, whose natural passion for wild food began at an early age munching blackberries and sorrel leaves from the hedge at the bottom of the garden, will help to search and identify what can be safely eaten. Taking place in September, the Seaside Foraging experience is priced from £110 per person including the day out,
dinner, overnight stay and full Suffolk breakfast, based on two sharing an inland-facing Aldeburgh room. Alternatively, book a place on the foraging day at £45 per person including dinner. The stylish, 44-bedroom Brudenell Hotel is in a wonderful seafront setting, just a step away from Aldeburgh’s shingle beach. Its tranquil situation, coastal themed decor and fresh, locally sourced food, optimises the perfect seaside break.
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s they are on the tip of everybody’s tongue, why not take-in some of the sandy white beaches of Brazil, this Bank Holiday, and soak up the atmosphere that the world will be getting next year and in 2016. With the country basking in the anticipation of what’s to come, in the FIFA world Cup, next year, followed by them hosting the 2016 Olympics and the country glorifying in the winning of their thirdconsecutive Confederations Cup, what better place to be right now? Discover a unique mixture of cultures, beauty, colours and great hospitality on a Brazil holiday this year.
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ollowing its highly successful introduction, it was clear that the Jaguar C-X75 was a powerful showcase for Jaguar’s world-leading expertise in lightweight vehicle construction and the ideal test-bed for the company’s innovative research into high-performance, lowemission powertrains. A state-of-the-art hybrid supercar with the efficiency of a low-emissions city car it’s a prototype without equal. Jaguar and development partner Williams Advanced Engineering have created an all-wheel drive, plug-in parallel hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) with the world’s highest specific power engine and Jaguar’s first carbon composite monocoque chassis. It can hit 100mph from standstill in less than six seconds with a top speed of 220mph, emit less than 89g/km of CO2 with a pure electric vehicle range of 60km, a 502bhp, 1.6-litre turbocharge and supercharged four-cylinder engine, one of the world’s highest specific power output powerplants at 313bhp per litre and two electric motors that add a further 390bhp, for a combined output in excess of 850bhp. The C-X75 - the foundation for the next generation of Jaguar innovations.
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the MG3 is a distinctive statement of modern British style and is designed to target young and young-at-heart buyers who want a really practical small car that is fun to buy, own and drive. The unique and contemporary style of the MG3 is the work of the 30 design staff and 300 engineers at SAIC’s UK Technical Centre at the Longbridge site with it becoming the second in a new generation of MG vehicles to leave the assembly line, fol-
lowing the introduction of the MG6 petrol and diesel range of GT fastbacks and Magnette fourdoor sports saloons. Guy Jones, MG’s Sales & Marketing Director, said: “We have only just started to roll out the MG3 in the UK and already the reaction has been fantastic. We’ve even had people already putting their names down to secure one of the first cars. It’s distinctive, cheeky and will be a real fun car – the vast range of styling choices means the fun starts even when you’re ordering one. But at the same time it’s a very practical car and will offer one of the very best interior space packages in class.” Prices for the exciting MG3 range will be announced in August and the car will go on sale in September.
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SPORT SPECIAL - MONEYGRAM CRICKET FEATURE India to post a decent target of 130 from 20 overs. With the ball, the spinner took 2-24 from his four overs. Winning Captain, MS Dhoni, said: “We knew what to do. I didn’t want to prove myself to anybody. I just wanted to win and improve on India's one-day records. The way Rohit and Shikhar batted, they gave confidence to the whole of the team. Then we knew what to do.” England’s Alastair Cook said of the loss: “The defeat was tough to take it in. The pitch was hard to bat on, for both sides and we just fell short on the day. Credit to India.” As Bollywood celebrates100 years of huge success in the subcontinent, the country of its birth, India cricket made sure that they wouldn’t miss out on all the fun. MoneyGram will have a presence at all ICC cricket tournaments around the world until 2015.
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agreement with the International Cricket Council, in 2011, it was fitting that in this, the last in its’ present form, will be the most dramatic Final ever. With bright sun and heavy showers overhead, the drama would begin, before the drama that would bring the curtains down on a quite memorable competition. Reduced to twenty-overs, very
late in the day, you have to say that England, favorites to win the Trophy on home ground, snatched defeat from the jaws
of victory - throwing away the best opportunity to win their first global ODI title in an extraordinary climax at Edgbaston, more
in Indian Premier League style than Champions Trophy final. With the Warwickshire C.C.C. stadium looking more like a kaleidoscopically bright and energetic corner of Mumbai, the wonderfully fluctuating cricket match was, despite the threat overhead, the ideal end to 16 first-class, competitive games in 18 days of the glorious game.
A clean-sweep for the cricket-mad country so all-rounder, Ravindra Jadeja not only declared the Man of the Match of the ICC Champions Trophy Final as he was also given the 'Golden Ball' for picking the most number of wickets, 12, in the tournament. The left-handed batsman scored an unbeaten 33 off 25 balls, which included two boundaries and sixes each, led
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n Wednesday June 12 The Phoenix Newspaper was invited by MoneyGram to attended the ICC Champions Trophy game between Australia and New Zealand which was held at Edgbaston cricket ground. We arrived at Edgbaston and were received by Mr Oluwaseyi Oke who took us to the hospitality suite where we were welcomed by other members of the MoneyGram. Star Network’s Kully Singh was also present at the event as guest of MoneyGram. The reception that we had witnessed in the hospitality suite was phenomenal it surely surpassed my wildest expectations. The arrangements were perfect in every way and the catering for the event even had the option of Halal food for their Muslim guests including myself. The food at the event was mouth watering and spectacular. For breakfast there was buttered bread and chick peas, Nan bread and plenty of other options on the menu. For lunch there was turkey that was just perfect in every way. It was succulent
and juicy, with the option of white boiled rice with lamb curry which was heavenly, maybe one of the best curries I’ve tasted in an long time. Coming from an Asian background, to make a statement of that calibre one can just imagine really how good the food was. It was a buffet system and the food didn’t stop there! The desserts on the menu were spectacular, with each and every one better than the next. The only trouble I had was to choose the one I really wanted! There was also the option of fruits on hand all day long. Sadly the weather was not on anyone's side on that dreadful day, the rain was just horrible and eventually it got to the stage were the whole game was abandoned due to rain. This gave me a chance to go back into the hospitality suite and sit and chat with the organizer MoneyGram, allowing me to learn more about the company history as well as some future plans. On behalf of The Phoenix, I’d like to extend my thanks to Mr Oke and the MoneyGram team for inviting us to such a brilliant event. We can’t wait until the next one!
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Unity is strength at Finals celebrations
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akistan’s rebel-rousing Brat Pak put their country’s early, group-stage, exit behind them as they made sure that they made their own compelling mark on the ICC Champions Trophy Finals. They were greeted with the widest of open arms by Trophy winners, Indian fans, who them-
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espite over-regular rain interruptions at the cricketing ‘Mecca’ that is Edgbaston, the highly anticipated India v. Pakistan confrontation was to prove not quite the spectacle everyone concerned salivated over, during the tournaments build-up. In England’s revved up match against Australia, the week before huge rumblings was also the state of play as this was viewed as the first of a long line of ODI
and Test matches between these two 100 years-plus Ashes enemies. Victory not only gave the home team the early advantage in what’s to come over the next two summers, but served as an early psychological blow for Australia before the start of the Ashes. It was ironic that the two victors in these two games, between four of the oldest cricketing nations in the games history, in the most diverse city in the UK, should meet in the Finals, going into the game as the top two
favourites to contest the ICC Champions Trophy. As they have been, through the tournament, India was always the better team, dominating in every department, in every game they played. Two hugely historic matches, one memorable Champions Trophy Final and one unforgettable period in the life of Edgbaston Cricket Ground. Who didn’t want to be a part of that?
selves made Edgbaston their own boisterous, vociferous, colourful and overwhelmingly inviting corner of Mumbai. The spirit of unity – the Brat Pak’s ethos - was definitely I place as sub-continental neighbours shared the spotlight before India’s memorable ICC Champions Trophy Finals victory.
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or one team in Birmingham, cricket is very much the bloodline as three sets of fathers and sons take up part of 11 hardy men who take to the pitch every Sunday afternoon. In the Birmingham Public Parks Cricket League, the Phoenix Cricket Club can not only boast the oldest player in the league, but also the youngest star as they strive out to keep the game they love a family affair for generations. Captain, John Shah together with son Zaigham, Sajid Ali with his 15-year-old son Younus, plus 62-year-old Zahid Shah, alongside son, Zaheer, represent the kind of spirit that the team and
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the game aim to instil for years to come. The newly-formed Phoenix C.C., not connected with newspaper, is a true representation of multiculturalism in the sport, with Asian, British and Irish players playing side-by-side,
alsall College raised £1,000 to support British Athletes at this month’s Deaflympics 2013, in Sofia, Bulgaria. The Deaflympics are the second oldest international sporting tournament after the Olympic Games. Great Britain was a founder member and has participated regularly ever since, winning 11 medals at the last games in Taiwan in 2009. The Summer Deaflympics, held every four years, is the premier event in the Deaf sports calendar, and acts as a focus for the development of Deaf sporting talent in the UK.
Sport England has committed £135,000 towards supporting UK Deaf Sport (UKDS) but more money is needed to send Team GB to the games. Unfortunately this leaves deaf sportsmen and women in the position of having to fundraise and selffinance their participation. UKDS Chair Philip Gerrard explained: “Our Deaf athletes are still fundraising when they should be spending that time training and preparing. It is hard to imagine Britain’s Olympians and Paralympians being forced to cut down their training regimes to raise money to compete at the Olympics and Paralympics.”
with one objective...victory, with a smile: “It’s about friendship and enjoying the game,” says Sajid. “And,” he continued, “it’s about engaging with the younger generation. This is the start of big things to come for Phoenix C.C., for generations to come. Cricket’s in the blood...literally.” They are always looking for new faces as all-comers are welcome, whether new members or if you are around the Spring Lane Playing Fields area, in Erdington and want to watch a friendly, competitive game of cricket in some great company. Young, or old, you can be part of this Phoenix who is rising to great things.
Walsall College has a specialist Deaf Academy which provides a high level of support to deaf students, with access to BSL qualified interpreters, note takers, one-to-one support and specialist lecturers to help students achieve their ambitions. Louise Timms, Curriculum Manager for the Deaf Academy at Walsall College said: “The Deaflympics is a fantastic event and we felt very passionate about supporting the GB team. The college held a number of different fundraising events including a zumbathon, cake sale and a ‘come dine with me’ style dinner.”
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Founded in 1893, the Birmingham Cricket League is the fulcrum of grass roots cricket in the city reflecting all the cultural diversity with players coming from all of Birmingham’s rich mix of communities throughout. Affiliated to the Warwickshire Cricket Board, it consists of 56 teams, playing on Sundays, with 24 fulfilling Saturday fixtures. That’s a total of 80 teams playing cricket at the weekend in parks up and down
Birmingham. There are over 1500 players registered and playing cricket every weekend of the season, drawn from the Afro-Caribbean, English and Asian Communities making the B.P.P.C.A. one of a few, UK-wide, who do not require teams to have their own private pitch. The League do provide its teams with the facilities, via Birmingham City Council,
Games played Saturday/Sunday Week Ending 01/02 June 2013 SATURDAY PREMIER DIVISION: Saltley C.C 223 (Faisal Mahmood 74), N.T.I C.C 225-6 (Azim 68, Qamar 50); Birmingham Rocks C.C 164, Hussain C.C 140; Palace C.C 197 (Kamran 56), A.J.K C.C 1987 (Aqeeb 62); North Lozells C.C 181-9, Mirpur C.C 182-9 (Qamar 71no); SATURDAY DIVISION ONE: Jinnah C.C 153, P.K. Stars C.C 155-5 (Taimoor 54no); Afghan United C.C 137, Khattak Stars C.C 85 (Sher Ullah 5-35); Al Ansar C.C 138, S.K.N C.C 118; Brothers C.C 117, Gladiators 118-3; SATURDAY DIVISION TWO: Hooks XI 121 (Javed 5-8), A.J. Kashmir C.C 101; M.A. Jinnah C.C 143, Elite XI 1442, Grange C.C 216-9, Braveheart C.C 164; SUNDAY PREMIER DIVISION: G.K. Warriors C.C 102, Saltley Gate C.C 105-4; Ghouri C.C 177-9, Pak Shaheen C.C 120; Jinnah C.C 129, Mushy’s XI 130-7;
N.T.I C.C 320-7 (Zohoor 131, Sheriar 114), Thub C.C 158; SUNDAY DIVISION ONE: Peshawar C.C 152, Pakhtoon XI 92; Ankar Stars C.C 225, Super Punjab C.C 117; United C.C 182 (Imran 71, Aasim Aziz 5-21); New Siakh C.C 170 (Sher Khan 5-10), Lightening Stars C.C 202-8, Pak Pakhtoon C.C 131 (Zakir Ullah 52); SUNDAY DIVISION TWO: Kashmir Shaheen C.C 157 (Irfan 63), Ghourgshti XI 103; Falcon XI 87, South Asia C.C 90-6; Pioneers ‘A’ C.C 209-7(Ghazanfar 88); A.K.M C.C 182 (Rizwan 50); Pakland C.C 159-9, Carr & Co C.C 155; SUNDAY DIVISION THREE: Victory C.C 83, B.N.Q C.C 84-4; Skolars C.C 142, J.R. Jones C.C 143-5 (Rangzeb 67); Pak Star C.C 147, Unique Stars 125 (Zahid 51); Aston Cobra’s 182, Chach C.C 183-7 (Mansoor 101);
SUNDAY DIVISION FOUR: Gujranwala C.C 106 (Arshad Mahmood 5-24), A.K. Unity C.C 110-4; Pothohar C.C 170(Ishtiaq Asghar 59); Finch C.C 171-9; A.K 11 C.C 144, Rawalpindi C.C 148-5 (Arslan Ali 80); W.C.C 176, Darlaston Metro C.C 177-5; SUNDAY DIVISION FIVE: Untouchables 63 (Kashif 5-29), Jalalia C.C 64-6; Etihad C.C 125 (Asjad 6-13), A.K. Saracens C.C 102 (Amjad 5-29); Shaheen C.C 147, H.F. C.C 148-5 (Bilal 50); A.L.P C.C 267-8 (Ejaz 88, Arshad 71); All Stars C.C 218 (Usman Sajid 93); SUNDAY DIVISION SIX: A.Q.S.T C.C 380-9 (Mansoor 118 retired, Nasir 55), Birmingham Kokni C.C 81, S.T.C C.C 244, Urban United C.C 60; J.Y.O C.C 89, Continental C.C 90-3; Phoenix C.C 172-9 (Jamshed 55), Moseley C.C 173-5;
Games played Saturday/Sunday Week Ending 08/09 June 2013 SATURDAY PREMIER DIVISION: Hussain C.C 333-9 (Faisal 73, Ahmed 66), Palace C.C 337-6 (Kamran 203); Saltley C.C 265-7 (Akbar 60no, Majid 51), North Lozells C.C 177-8 (Taweed Akhtar 55); Birmingham Rocks C.C 237-8 (Nawezar Hussain 75, Nadeem Hussain 72), A.J.K C.C 123; Mirpur C.C 140, N.T.I C.C 142-2 (Kamran 65no); SATURDAY DIVISION ONE: Khattak Stars C.C 139 (Mansoor 6-26), P.K. Stars C.C 117; Al Ansar C.C 118, Gladiators 120-8; Jinnah C.C 164, Afghan United C.C 166-7; Brothers C.C 212, S.K.N C.C 118 (Shoaib Munir 53); SATURDAY DIVISION TWO: M.A. Jinnah C.C 200 (Idris 56), Hooks XI 177; Braveheart C.C 313-9 (M Naveed 92, M Asif 80), Elite XI 92; Grange C.C 281-2 (Amin 112, Kaleem 69no), A.J. Kashmir C.C 169 (Abad 68); SUNDAY PREMIER DIVISION: N.T.I C.C 206-8, Saltley Gate C.C 153 (Jahanzeb 53); Thub C.C 271-6 (Zohaib 93, Aqil
89); G.K. Warriors C.C 179; Ghouri C.C 194 (Iftikhar 56), Jinnah C.C 197 (Aqeeb 74no); Pak Shaheen C.C 204 (Samar 51no), Mushy’s XI 205-8; SUNDAY DIVISION ONE: New Siakh C.C 285-6 (Usman Khan 71no, Asad Khan 59, Aasim Aziz 50), Pak Pakhtoon C.C 145 (Farid 56); Lightening Stars C.C 104, United C.C 75 (Idris 5-15); Pakhtoon XI 192, Ankar Stars C.C 175-9; Super Punjab C.C 207-8; Peshawar C.C 209-8 (Khadim 93no); SUNDAY DIVISION TWO: Carr & Co C.C 259 (Siddique 61, Azam 57), Falcon XI 152; A.K.M C.C 240-8 (Rizwan 55), Ghourgshti XI 227; South Asia C.C 197, Pakland C.C 200-6; Pioneers ‘A’ C.C 168-9 (Faisal 6-30), Kashmir Shaheen C.C 169-7 (Irfan 57); SUNDAY DIVISION THREE: Unique Stars 137, B.N.Q C.C 137-7; J.R. Jones C.C 162 (Rangzeb 89), Chach C.C 118; Victory C.C 161, Pak Stars C.C 162-6; Aston
Cobra’s 252 (Ehsan 55), Skolars C.C 196 (Rizwan Javed 55); SUNDAY DIVISION FOUR: W.C.C 202 (Waqas 52, Asad 5-18), Gujranwala C.C 206-5 (Shahban 77, Zubair Ali 50no); A.K. Unity C.C 161, Darlaston Metro C.C 94; A.K 11 C.C 238 (Hafeez 60no), Finch C.C 144; Pothohar C.C 151, Rawalpindi C.C 156-9; SUNDAY DIVISION FIVE: All Stars C.C 120, Untouchables 100 (Kadeer Yasin 5-18); A.L.P C.C 175, Jalalia C.C 177-6 (Majid 52); A.K. Saracens C.C 119; H.F. C.C 120-9; Shaheen C.C 172, Etihad C.C 149 (Waqas Ali 6-42): SUNDAY DIVISION SIX: J.Y.O C.C 111, A.Q.S.T C.C 112-3; S.T.C C.C 84, Moseley C.C 85-2; Continental C.C 301-5 (Sajid 119no, Sufyan 56no), Birmingham Kokni C.C 51 (Arfan 5-13); Phoenix C.C 237-9 (M Adil 72), Urban United C.C 74;
Games played Saturday/Sunday Week Ending 15/16 June 2013 SATURDAY PREMIER DIVISION: Birmingham Rocks C.C 202-7 (Zaheer 50), Mirpur C.C 152 (Nawezar Hussain 5-25); Palace C.C 87, Saltley C.C 92-3 (Rizwan 65no); North Lozells C.C 169-9 (Sheroze 74), A.J.K C.C 146 (Sheroze 5-22); N.T.I C.C 186-9, Hussain C.C 176-5 (Waqas Ahmed 63) - Won by D/L, SATURDAY DIVISION ONE: P.K. Stars C.C 177, Gladiators 89; Khattak Stars C.C 138, Brothers C.C 58 (Aftab 5-21); Jinnah C.C 92, Al Ansar C.C 93-1; Afghan United C.C 167, S.K.N C.C 156-8 - Won by D/L; SATURDAY DIVISION TWO: Grange C.C 250-7 (Hamza 112), Elite XI 117; Braveheart C.C 281-8 (M Yasir 82, M Asif 58), Hooks XI 106; M.A. Jinnah C.C 100, A.J. Kashmir C.C 102-3; SUNDAY PREMIER DIVISION: N.T.I C.C 227-6 (Zahoor 72, Ali 54, Sheryar 53), Mushy’s XI 176; Jinnah C.C 151,
Saltley Gate C.C 153-7; G.K. Warriors C.C 82, Ghouri C.C 85-7; Thub C.C 198-5 (Aqil 56, Amar 55); Pak Shaheen C.C 199-5 (Babar 59); SUNDAY DIVISION ONE: Pakhtoon XI 106 (Waheed 54, Zaheer 6-9), Pak Pakhtoon C.C 107-4; New Siakh C.C 210-8, Peshawar C.C 75; United C.C 211, Super Punjab C.C 85; Lightening Stars C.C 150 (Ghalib 50), Ankar Stars C.C 152-8; SUNDAY DIVISION TWO: Falcon XI 156, Ghourgshti XI 157-7; South Asia C.C 230-7 (Asim 55, Shahid 50), A.K.M C.C 191; Pakland C.C 203-7 (Shafiq 87, Azam 60), Pioneers ‘A’ C.C 202-8; Carr & Co C.C 166, Kashmir Shaheen C.C 115; SUNDAY DIVISION THREE: Unique Stars 104, J.R. Jones C.C 107-2; Chach C.C 296-3 (Kamran 133no, Muslim 52 Retired Hurt), Pak Stars C.C 123; Aston Cobra’s 233 (Zulfikar 101), Victory C.C 2352 (Liaqat 103, Ibrar 64); Skolars C.C 156,
B.N.Q C.C 149; SUNDAY DIVISION FOUR: Rawalpindi C.C 155, Gujranwala C.C 142 (Talib Hussain 5-21); Pothohar C.C 116 (Ismael Hussian 5-24), A.K. Unity C.C 117-6; W.C.C 240, A.K 11 C.C 245-5 (Zeshan 77, Adnan 74); Finch C.C 105, Darlaston Metro C.C 107-6; SUNDAY DIVISION FIVE: A.L.P C.C 249-5 (Shakil 86, Ejaz 63), Shaheen C.C 114; All Stars C.C 130, Etihad C.C 131-9; Untouchables 151 (Kashif 5-29); A.K. Saracens C.C 152-7; Jalalia C.C 240 (Kashif 86, Qasim 5-27); H.F. C.C 154 (Bilal 62); SUNDAY DIVISION SIX: Moseley C.C 241; J.Y.O C.C 131; A.Q.S.T C.C 316 (Amir Khan 124, Mohammad Shahid 100 Retired); Phoenix C.C 154; Birmingham Kokni C.C 141, Urban United C.C 1426; Continental C.C, S.T.C C.C won by default
Games played Saturday/Sunday Week Ending 22/23 June 2013
SATURDAY PREMIER DIVISION: Saltley C.C 182 (Rizwan 81), N.T.I C.C 141 (Qamar 52); A.J.K C.C 303 (Imran 58, Nazakat 57), Palace C.C 176; Birmingham Rocks C.C 238-9 (Hafeez 63no), Hussain C.C 241-5 (Ahmed 75, Waqas Ahmed 75no; Mirpur C.C 212 (Abid 69, Z Khan 6-27), North Lozells C.C 85; SATURDAY DIVISION ONE: Brothers C.C 53, Gladiators 54-2; Al Ansar C.C 219-8, S.K.N C.C 217-9 (Zia 67); P.K. Stars C.C 292 (Ahmed 55, Tamoor 54), Jinnah C.C 154; Afghan United C.C 232 (Tahsil 94), Khattak Stars C.C 80; SATURDAY DIVISION TWO: Braveheart C.C 220-4 (Waseem Ahmed 69, M Yasir 59no), M.A. Jinnah C.C 223-7 (Idris 62no); Hooks XI 118, Grange C.C 100; Elite XI 82 (Javid 6-26), A.J. Kashmir C.C 84-3; SUNDAY PREMIER DIVISION: Thub C.C 74, N.T.I C.C 75-1; Saltley Gate C.C 223-6 (Jahnzeb Raja 87, Abdul Akbar 87)
G.K. Warriors C.C 220; Pak Shaheen C.C 235 (Azhar Iqbal 76, Shahzad 57, Sarfraz Khan 5-62), Ghouri C.C 213-8 (Ayaz Ahmed 5-31); (Qamar Khan 92, Ayaz 5-31); Jinnah C.C 147, Mushy’s XI 148-5 (Asif Iqbal 64no); SUNDAY DIVISION ONE: New Siakh C.C 159-7, United C.C 163-6 (Waqas Shah 51); Peshawar C.C 127, Pakhtoon XI 128-6; Ankar Stars C.C 141-8, Super Punjab C.C 143-6 (Nabeel Khan 50); Lightening Stars C.C 298-6 (Kamlesh 101, Ghalib 96), Pak Pakhtoon C.C 299-7 (Saleem 119, Zubair 59); SUNDAY DIVISION TWO: Pakland C.C 166-9 (Azam 61), Carr & Co C.C 169-6 (Jahngir Azam 71); Ghourgshti XI 120, Kashmir Shaheen C.C 125-5; Falcon XI 133-5 (Ghaffar Sheikh 66), South Asia C.C 135-9; Pioneers ‘A’ C.C 144, A.K.M C.C 1454 (Amjad 50n0); SUNDAY DIVISION THREE: J.R. Jones C.C 219 (Aamir Shabir 86),
Skolars C.C 102 (Saqlain 51); B.N.Q C.C 132, Victory C.C 120; Unique Stars 186-8 (Farooq 58) Pak Star C.C 168 (Tayeb 73); Chach C.C 150, Aston Cobra’s 151-2; SUNDAY DIVISION FOUR: Gujranwala C.C 141(Waqas Ahmed 5-22), A.K. Unity C.C 93; A.K 11 C.C 180-8 (Abid 69), Rawalpindi C.C 112; W.C.C 198 (Shahid 50), Darlaston Metro C.C 136; Pothohar C.C 167, Finch C.C 145; SUNDAY DIVISION FIVE: Jalalia C.C 172 (Majid 58), Untouchables 96; Etihad C.C 184, A.K. Saracens C.C 154; A.L.P C.C 153 (Arshad 65), All Stars C.C 157-8 (Sinn 70); H.F. C.C 152, (Shaheen C.C 114; SUNDAY DIVISION SIX: Moseley C.C 134, Phoenix C.C 138-9 (Hashim 5-28); Birmingham Kokni C.C 150, A.Q.S.T C.C 151-0 (Nasir 81no, Kashif 51no); Urban United C.C 57-2, S.T.C D/L; J.Y.O C.C won by default:
l Sportsperson of the Year, Ciara Horne (centre) with Hannah England (left) and Professor Kathy Armour (right)
Sports Awards highlights UBSport worldwide success
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B & NI Olympiad, Hannah England, was a Special Guest as the University of Birmingham garnered Cycling, Ciara Horne, as she proved to be the toast of their annual Sports Award Evening, proving yet another roaring success as they rounded up
another year of great achievement and inspiration. UBSport’s American Football team were ‘Team of the Year’ and former student Pamela Relph, Great Britain’s only Paralympic rowing gold medalist at London 2012, was the Alumni Outstanding Achievement Award winner. Horne said:
“It was a huge honour to receive the award, with so many great athletes winning in the past. I must admit it was definitely a personal goal of mine as it is such a remarkable way to leave the University with such a sought-after accolade.”
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Albion star is a people’s choice winner
Stars shine at sun soaked Grand Prix B
irmingham provided a litany of stars as a host of Olympics champions were on show in an IAAF Diamond League and IPC Athletics Grand Prix over a weekend of fun and celebrations at a twice-packed Alexander Stadium. A collection of London Olympics 2012 medallists were on show giving a learned crowd of men, women and children two days of topclass entertainment before leading onto the Anniversary showcase later this month. International stars from Mo Farah, to Hannah Cockcroft, David Weir, to Shell-Ann FraserPryce and Jonnie Peacock, to Sally Pearson made for a truly unforgettable meet. But, for many, despite the array of quality international talent, outstanding performers over the weekend have to be 18-year-old Jessica Judd, winner of a star-studded 800metre clash and another British wiz, James Dasaolu, who pushed Olympic gold medallist, Nesta Carter, to finish second in the mens 100metre final. “The crowd went nuts for me and it was amazing. I just held on and I couldn’t believe it when I crossed the line first,” said a jubilant Judd. “We want to make the final in Moscow and to do that we’re going to have to go underneath the 10 second barrier. I believe it’s a matter of time,” said a sombre Dasaolu. As all the big names prepare to converge on the Sainsburys Anniversary Games, later this month, the eyes of many are firmly fixed on Moscow and the World Championships in August. The focus is immeasurable
l Romaine Sawyers
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est Bromwich Albion star, Romaine Sawyers, was the winner of the ’Mixed Blessings Award,’ given to young players of St. Kitts & Nevis origin. The Kittitian international who scored a hat-trick on his debut against Trinidad, in last years’ Olympic Games, was awarded for his outstanding work in his football career. In receiving the award midfielder, Sawyer, expressed great gratitude and humility saying: “It’s amazing being part of an event with so many talented acts from the St Kitts & Nevis heritage and it was a great honour to be given the people’s choice award. It’s always good to be recognised and appreciated for representing my country and I want to give a special thanks to Lincoln Moses MBE and My mother, Diane, who, when I was younger, told me I could be anything I wanted to be.
She gave me the belief, strength and guidance every day ever since. I also like to thank all the St Kitts and Nevis coaching staff and players.” The Mixed Blessing Awards (MBA) was set up by international young events management company, Verve Connections, who look to nurture ambition to initiative, in developing and delivering fresh concepts to promote information and knowledge about the Federation of St Kitts & Nevis.
l Jessica Judd
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