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“I saw three little black boys lying in the grave yard. I couldn’t tell if they were playing or practicing.”

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here is an unspoken rule that poetry should speak for itself, the way that a joke becomes less funny the more you explain it. However we believe that Lukata’s powerful poem not only needs scrutiny in light of the Michael Brown shooting, but is so pertinent to the protests in Ferguson, Missouri, which are continually being teargassed – yet again, the police throwing up fog to obscure the central issue here. Firstly, here are the facts. On August 9, 2014, Ferguson Police Officer Darren Wilson shot and killed Michael Brown, an unarmed black 18 yearold, outside of an apartment complex. Wilson fired six shots at Brown, two in the head, an autopsy has since revealed. The reasons for the shooting

the teenager, whose last words were “I don’t have a gun, stop shooting,” are still disputed. Eye witnesses say Wilson shot Brown after the teenager tried to run away, having been stopped and grabbed by the neck by the officer for jaywalking. When Brown turned around and raised his hands in the air, Wilson fired several shots and left his body in full view of the public for some time behind police tape. Meanwhile, Ferguson Police claim that Brown had robbed cigars at a convenience store prior to the shooting, however Police clarified that Wilson was not aware of the robbery allegations at the time of the initial stop. The shooting provoked volatile civil unrest as Ferguson residents took to

the streets to protest what many acutely believe as unfair treatment of the black community. Amidst that, there’s been media fury, a debate about the black community’s reaction, global condemnation of the US police department that has even seen Buddhist monks fly all the way from Tibet to US to support demonstrators’ “Hands Up, Don’t Shoot” mantra. However, police have responded with a highly armed presence meant to contain demonstrators and prevent violence yet their disruption of the peaceful protests has caused the situation to unnecessarily escalate, the media and protesters complained. Two journalists were arrested and booked into prison without the police chief ’s knowledge, according to reports from The Washington Post.

It appears that what Lukata’s poem is speaking about is at the heart of the black community’s and global reaction to the shooting. He wonders whether the three black boys in the cemetery are playing or rehearsing their death by dint of their skin colour. Many black parents live in terror believing the fate of Michael Brown or Trayvon Martin or the many others who have been victims of racial profiling from the police and racist justice systems, will be the fate of their sons too. According to Darnell Hunt, UCLA professor and director of the Ralph J. Bunche Centre for African American Studies, Brown’s case isn’t new. read more on page 6

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I’m sure you all will be aware about the civil unrest and the mass protests in the aftermath of the shooting of Michael Brown. The unarmed teenager was shot at least six times, at least two of which were head shots in the American city of Ferguson. Peaceful vigils were then launched, for four hours of which, the motionless, lifeless body of the young boy lay feet behind the police tape that separated him from his family and neighbours, with no medical attention offered. The frightening response to the public outcry was a military-style police occupation of the neighbourhood, with heavily armoured ‘tanks’ and officers wielding army-issue assault rifles, firing tear gas onto the lawns of local residents, trying to forcibly clear what they referred to as a “warzone.” It is also worth noting that this is the first time Amnesty International have deployed a team on US soil. In another bitter note to the tragedy, the Ku Klux Klan is fundraising to give the police officer in question a reward, according to reports on social media. Of course over here we are no stranger to an over-equipped, increasingly militarised police force and a lack of accountability when police kill unarmed men, particularly those of colour; and the biggest tragedy is that these people killed at the hands of the authorities are always, though the media, put on trial in death more than those responsible for killing unarmed civilians. TNT is launching Cynical Eye

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I will call myself ‘Keisha’ and I’m a street dancer and singer and I struggle to get out there. Manchester I feel doesn’t always support its own, not talking about the community but about large companies.

With worldwide expressions of solidarity and the boycott of Israeli goods, nowhere more so than here in Manchester, Israel is beginning to feel the squeeze as leaders remain silent, consumers are having their voices heard. Palestine meanwhile must rebuild from the ashes and rubble; the most resilient of people at the mercy of both Hamas and the IDF.

I know Manchester’s Got Talent is at the end of the month, but I know they were struggling for support and money/sponsorship from local large business. I feel the local authorities do not fully endorse or support community events in my opinion.

In more positive news, the Hulme and Moss Side Street Race was a great community success with all enjoying the day. We were happy to see the extent of corporate participation – better late than never. See page 16 for more info and pictures. The Nubian Times for Black History Month sees the launch of TNT Black Men Inspire (BMI Network) which is one of the events we are hosting on the 25th October. The Nubian Times is also hosting TNT Speakers Corner: Have a voice, address the panel. Its question time! Thursday 9th October at Z-arts.

Why cannot the local authority have a website for up and coming grass roots community artist and support and promote venues to hire singers, poets, comedians and dancer on a rolling contract?

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rotest boils in the blood of the French. In fact Paris is a hot bed of political action. Nothing has been greater proof of that than this summer’s series of pro-Palestinian rallies which each culminated in violent confrontations with the French police force, the Gendarmérie. “Free Palestine!” screams from the lips of the predominantly Arab-French crowds who’ve traversed routes from North Africa, the Maghreb and further afield, to finally settle in France. Their protests have found themselves

embedded in the daily discourse of blacks here because the protests themselves have wound their way through Barbés-Rochechouart, a largely black African quarter in Paris; teeming with African vendors, entrepreneurs and markets. Problem is each protest causes the police to shut down vehicle and foot traffic that would ordinarily bring any combination of commerce and eager tourists to ‘Little Africa’. The question looms: “Are black people in solidarity with Arab unrest – particularly the Gaza-Israel

question? Or is this a debate that has nothing to do with black folk?” For two months and nearly every weekend a protest has erupted, some even damaging local shops. While some may posit the debate doesn’t involve black folk, the moment businesses were negatively impacted by clashes between police and protesters, or involuntarily shut, the debate suddenly entangled all manner of French: black, white, North African and Asian.

tives, French woven from all sorts of ethnic fabrics suddenly find themselves wrangling with the question of “should we care, and why now, here in Paris?”

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If nothing else, Israel’s incursion into Gaza has set off a firestorm of public debate and far-reaching repercussions in a French society still somewhat insecure about its own positions on race, the economy and global politics.

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MMU Birley Campus opens its doors In September 2014, Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU) launched its new Birley Campus in Hulme, placing the Faculty of Education and the Faculty of Health, Psychology and Social Care at the heart of the local community. MMU are proud to be developing Birley as a community campus and establishing close links with many local schools and community organisations. Our partnerships partnerships range from teaching placements and health screenings to student volunteers and support for local projects and events. From 2015 onwards, the ground floor of the main building (pictured) will be available for community use and features state-of-the-art facilities including a drama and dance studio, multi-purpose hall, treatment rooms, cafés and informal meeting spaces. Throughout the construction project we have secured jobs for local people and as new jobs become available at Birley they will be advertised at The Works in Moss Side and via the MMU Jobs website www.mmu.ac.uk/jobs. We are hosting a jobs fair on xxx September. If you would like to know more about our new campus, or working with MMU please contact our Public Engagement Manager Bev Craig on 0161 247 3395 or b.craig@mmu.ac.uk or visit www.mmu.ac.uk/birley

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A photographer has produced a series of photographs in order to raise awareness and remove the stigma attached to the practice of acid attacks in India.

ahul Saharan has worked with charity Stop Acid Attacks for two years to create the project using outfits designed by acid victim and model, Rupa. The models, all victims of the brutal practice, have battled the fear of leaving the house and showing their face in public and now wear their smiles with pride in front of the camera.

by forcing them to hide their faces or for others to be compelled to look away then somehow takes away their womanhood or even humanity and it is precisely this archaic, barbaric and oppressive culture that Saharan hopes to help defeat and highlight as the real shameful and ugly aspects of humanity. Speaking to ITV he said, “I want to change the perception of beauty, to which society has

world’s most populous democracy. Rupa lay asleep when she was attacked by her mother-in-law in 2008 but remains determined to fulfil her dream as a fashion designer. Her mother-in-law served only 18 months in jail for the callous, shameful disfigurement of her son’s wife. In 2007, Laxmi was pinned down and had acid thrown over her for simply turning down a man’s

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Growing up in the Caribbean in 1970s and ‘80s was a time when sport and politics caused young people of my age to seriously consider matters of principle. South Africa was still under Apartheid Government and ‘West Indian cricketers’ were being offered

advances, in a country that has gained a lot of media attention because of male Indians’ attitudes towards sexual and physical violence against women. Laxmi has campaigned for changes in the law ever since. Saharan’s full shoot can be found on his Facebook page while Rupa’s label is called Rupa Designs which she sells online.

financial inducements in order to weaken the sporting boycott of the racist regime. One of the great scholars of the Caribbean, CLR James, taught us that sport goes way beyond the field of play. If you saw the

movie documentary Fire in Babylon you will gain a much deeper appreciation of this; I strongly recommend the film. A few weeks ago I had the privilege of being among those marching in solidarity – from Brixton to Downing Street – and calling for reparatory

justice for the crimes of genocide committed against African people in the holocaust of enslavement and the continuing effects of colonialism and racism. This brought to mind the solidarity of the ‘70s and ‘80s against Apartheid. Many of the issues I have discussed in this column over the past year are rooted in this history of oppression – from deaths in police custody to stop-and-search and the unfairness that is pervasive within the entire system of justice where black people are concerned. What do our ancestors who suffered so much think of us, since the British Government has never offered as much as a formal apology for its crimes against us, the crimes against humanity? A Babylon system is not simply about the police but an

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indictment on all the racist institutions that discriminate against and exclude us on a daily basis. It’s about 50% black youth unemployment in the UK and not a word said by political leaders. It’s about black people filling up prisons across the country. It’s about the brightest and best black graduates having to overcome the obstacles of prejudice in the job market. Wherever we look around the globe the story is the same, black people under pressure by oppressive systems. Let us not be fooled by a black president in the White House while innocent black men are gunned down by police armed to the teeth. With history in mind, the call outside the British Parliament to “Chant Down Babylon” can be seen not simply as understandable, but a necessary and sacred duty both to our ancestors and to our future generations. The views expressed in this column are not necessarily the views of the Police Service.

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ON A-NOTHER LEVEL Manchester’s schools deliver top grades and show a marked improvement from last year.

esults day – 14 August – revealed students achieving an A*in Manchester increased from 5.3 per cent in 2013 to 8.3 per cent this year, beating the national average of 8.2 per cent. Similarly, there was also an increase in A* and A grades awarded in Manchester from 24.7 per cent in 2013 to 28 per cent this year over a quarter of the grades were in the highest two brackets. The overall pass rate – students achieving a result of A-E – in Manchester this year is 97.2 per cent, incredibly high yet still slightly down on last year’s achievements. Cllr Sheila Newman, Manchester City Council’s executive member for children’s services, said: “Results day is the culmination of a

pupil’s education experience and the end of more than a decade of study to arrive at this point.

Shakos said: “We are again pleased and proud with Parrs Wood Students’ performance at A-level.

“This year’s results reflect that hard work and dedication shown by both the pupils and teacher’s in the city’s schools – enabling students to get great results and go on to succeed and make a contribution to their communities.”

When you factor our proud tradition of allowing access to A-level study for a more comprehensive intake, the results, and the breadth of degree courses the students are embarking upon, are even more impressive.”

Didsbury’s Parrs Wood High School was a particular success story. 71 per cent of all grades achieved were A* to C, with 25.9 per cent getting grades of A* or A – a rise of 5 per cent on last year. Overall, the school achieved a 97 per cent pass rate. In total 12 students achieved A*/A grades in every subject they took.

Whalley Range High School for Girls had an overall pass rate of 95 per cent, with 14.4 per cent A* to A and pupils at North Manchester’s King David High School once again celebrated excellent results. 19.5 per cent of their pupils achieved A* grades and there was a 100 per cent overall pass rate, 49.4 per cent being A* to A.

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our girls?

Local community schools will come together this autumn to take part in the Manchester Supplementary School Spelling Bee Competition. The competition will take place over a number of heats during October and November 2014.

It’s as if it barely made the mainstream media in the first place, with Western news outlets taking their time to report the kidnapping of over 250 girls from a school in Chibok, Nigeria, 219 of which are still missing. But where is the coverage now? What has happened to our girls?

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The Spelling Bee Competition which has a long established history in the USA and the Caribbean involves team representatives from the Supplementary schools to undertake spelling challenges in front of a panel of judges. Each school will compete with other teams within their same year group. This year’s teams are Aquarius Community Centre based in Hulme, GIFT Supplementary School from the Windrush Millennium Centre, Moss Side, STEP Saturday School, St John’s Centre in Old Trafford and the WIOCC Supplementary Saturday School at the Carmoor Road Centre in Longsight. In preparation for the contest each school will be enrolling young people

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from the ages of 8 to 16 years old during the month of September 2014. Representatives from the supplementary schools who have formed a Spelling Bee Committee are keen to make this an annual contest following its success last year. A spokesperson from the committee stated: “we want to acknowledge and recognise the inspiration and motivation that is required for young people to do well in their education.” For further information about taking part in the Spelling Bee competition or if you would like to enrol your children in participating supplementary schools email info@giftacademy.org.

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The narrative coming out of the West African country is, at best, confusing and generally contradictory. The girls are being held by militant group Boko Haram in a remote, north-eastern, forest area close to the borders of Chad, Cameroon and Niger. While reports of an arrangement brokered by a journalist, the Nigerian government had supposedly agreed to release jailed Boko Haram “sympathisers” in exchange for young girls. This came after reports that the girls were being forced to marry Boko Haram militiamen or become slaves. This deal was called off after a meeting in Paris between Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan and foreign ministers from the UK, France, the US and Israel, and the inclination is the old ‘we don’t negotiate with terrorists (we just arm them)’

rhetoric is behind the decision to end negotiations with the Islamist group. There are many reasons why in a lot of hostage situations, refusing to co-operate with the hostage-takers is the best, if tough, decision. However, if an opportunity to retrieve the girls was there, it would certainly have to be an option to consider, an opinion which the Nigerian government had obviously held themselves up until the tête à tête in Paris. And so what alternative is there to negotiation? Well, force. Nigerian officials claim to know the whereabouts of the girls – even if their claims are contrary to those of apparent witnesses in the remote area.

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“HANDS UP, DON’T SHOOT”

There has been tension building up over the years because of tragedies like Brown’s, which highlight the injustices faced particularly by the African American male youth; of mothers burying their sons whilst the murderer – the white police man – is exonerated. “The shooting of Michael Brown was the final straw for people in Ferguson,” Hunt explains. Silence, as opposed to protests, glosses over rather than confronting much of what actually needs reform, which is the racial disparities within the criminal justice system. The black community’s reaction is a voicing of this very point. The police however are falling easily into minority-bashing rhetorical tropes of “black thugs/mobs,” in their description of the protests when responding to the media questioning. Yet in the middle of this entire storm, is a murder of yet another

unarmed, teenage boy to add to the monstrous tragic scope of black criminality in the US. Perhaps what the police keep failing to comprehend is that the intention behind all activism has always been about exposing the truth to help make our society a better one, not to sternly berate their position for the sake of it. If Lukata’s poem fails to resonate with the police, maybe, and only maybe, because of the ethnicity of the poet, we extend our plea to them to consider a poet they may be familiar with – a famous white poet, who wrote, “We should be careful of each other, we should be kind, while there is still time.” Philip Larkin (poet), The Mower TNT Yasin Chinembiri

M A R C U S G ARVE Y

On Sunday 17 August, Manchester’s African Caribbean community assembled to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the inaugural meeting of the Universal Improvement Association (UNIA). The first meeting of the UNIA took place in St. Annes, Jamaica in 1914, organised by Marcus Garvey.

and to allow them to see that this was a source of great pride despite the treatment that Africans had to endure for centuries, and, perhaps to a lesser extent, they are facing today. Garvey sought to re-educate the world and dispel the sinister myth that African blacks had never had cultures that had achieved levels of greatness - in terms of social, scientific and academic discovery and attainment - and should free themselves from the shackles of being the white man’s burden, as a lesser race, or indeed a race predisposed to savagery. His words and actions were intended to fight directly the institutionalised effects of imperialism and colonialism that had oppressed black people since the slave trade, his words and actions will continue to permeate until the world is rid of such false ideals. read more thenubiantimes.com

This initial meeting came in the days after Garvey returned from his first of many visits to England. It was here that Garvey’s determination to improve the rights and access to essential services, healthcare, education and working rights for Black working classes across the world was galvanised. The meeting helped to elevate the terms of the Declaration which highlighted the evils of racism and aimed to educate those of African origin about their roots and culture

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EDUCATION IS NOT BLACK AND WHITE Race and ethnicity achievement in schools is not black and white. Let’s use my son to illustrate my point. He

is only 1 year old, but because he is a black boy he is far more likely to be excluded. As his parents are both working teachers, he is more likely to get 5 good GCSEs than free school meal students who look like him. Also, because he has developed my ‘far apart eyes’ he is more likely to be called ‘hammer head shark’ by his peers. But, like any parent I am concerned with how students like him perform at school and we must still acknowledge that black students still underperform compared to other students. The salient findings in a paper by the Department for Education and Skills (DfES) analysing the performance of students in England, were that girls still perform better than boys, Chinese students dominate everyone, and that black students are still underperforming. However, let’s remember that facts are not black and white. Black girls perform brilliantly, also the major discerning facet is not race but other factors like free school meals, income and Special Educational Needs (SEN). Also black students made the most improvements in 2012-2013 so what is everyone’s beef? I have an image of some of my readers standing on a soapbox with one leather gloved fist in the air asking ‘is enough being done?’ To which my answer is simply ‘sometimes’. Every school will have produced evidence on how they are attempting to ‘Narrow the Gap’ between students; most schools acknowledge Black History Month and many schools have initiatives to encourage black students, but is this enough? Again, sometimes. It is easy to produce documents in teaching but, the real strength is the intangible contributions. The individual conversations and actions that let the students know they are the masters of their destiny and the captains of their fate. The fundamental truth that no statistic or government document can tell them how they smart or powerful they can be.

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HOLIDAYS When the summer holidays start most teenagers’ first reaction is one of joy. No more school for six weeks, a chance to relax, see their friends and go to the beach to unwind. When the initial charm of summer has worn off many teens are left wondering what to do with their remaining five weeks? Unlike America, in England there are very few long summer camps that teenagers can attend and with parents working through the holidays many teens are left home alone during the day. With limited funds to go shopping or to the cinema everyday and many friends living far away, teen’s options of what to do with their time quickly diminish.

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We must learn to live each moment like it’s our last, Not in a foolish way, But with the realization that no one knows Destiny’s plan, No one can teach you to savour each timeless moment, No one can make you live life to the full, only yourself, A life wasted is a life not lived and after all, We only live once.

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I do hope however that more summer holiday camps are set up for teenagers in Britain so that teens can learn new skills, meet new friends and learn how to become independent, but most importantly, not waste what limited free time we get!

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Teens should try new things to fight the summer holiday boredom as they may find a new hobby that they would never have tried otherwise. Try joining a local sports team, going for a walk, make a bake sale or car washing and give any money you make to charity (or use it to go to the cinema).

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I’ve decided to stay awake tonight. She thinks I don’t know she’s making calls late at night but if I pretend I’m asleep I will catch her out this time, I know she’s cheating! “Come on baby you coming to bed?” said Angela. “Yes babes I’m coming,” I responded, with suspicion. Why is she so eager for me to go to sleep? As I got into the bed I could tell Angela wanted it. “Mmm you feel sooo good,” she said as she cuddled close, wrapping her legs around me. “Yeah… I’m absolutely shattered to be honest Ange,” I replied. I just can’t stand to be near her. “My baby’s tired?” she responded stroking my head, “are you sure you don’t want me to help you sleep?” The thought disgusted me. “I’m tired babe” I explained again. “You’re always tired lately babe; why, what is it that’s making you so tired?” “It’s work I think, they have me training the new recruits.” Angela got up to close the window. “Night babe,” I said wanting her to leave me alone. “Good night Ian,” she said getting back in the bed and giving me a kiss. I lay there waiting for Angela to switch off the light, my mind would not rest. When Angela finally turned off the

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light I waited for what felt like hours, I slowly began to drift into a light sleep when I was woken by Angela’s movement. I lay very still as I watched Angela quietly tip-toe out of the room through half closed eyes, I waited in the silence to see what would happen next and then I heard her talking to him. “I have to be quiet he’ll hear me... I don’t care what you say I’m not leaving! No and he doesn’t need to know… I told you to drop it… He won’t find out it’s okay… I will not tell him… NO…. if he finds out he’ll leave me!” Furious, I quietly got out of bed and tip-toed to the top of the stairs. I could still hear her talking to him, I quietly went down stairs and stood at the kitchen door. “He cannot know,” I heard her say, I pushed open the kitchen door to see Angela stood with her hands on the wall with her head facing the floor, her posture distressed. “Angela!” I said in a stern voice, she spun round. “Ian!” she responded with a surprised look on her face. I was confused where was the phone? She didn’t have a phone! “Who are you talking to?” I asked. Angela stood frozen; I could see the tears forming in her eyes.

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LITERACY

Alcohol What is the right age to drink alcohol? I know legally it’s 18, but socially? A drunk 10 year-old doesn’t seem right morally, but a 16 year-old drinking with all their friends seems somehow normal in modern society. Actually getting alcohol underage is so doable that it seems like the ‘right’ and ‘cool’ age to try it and so varies depending only on the individual’s desire to drink. What once was a big step into adulthood has now been deformed into casual, rebellious fun. However what is important is that you aren’t pressured into trying alcohol because of your age. There is no set age socially to drink, there are only opinions and your opinion is what is valid to you. Don’t let yourself be pressured into something because others have normalised it. And just remember even though every decision you make may not always be the right one, the most important thing about it is that it’s yours.

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GOUT

Gout is more common in men than in women, and becomes even more prevalent in the older population. It is estimated that 1 in 45 people in the UK have gout, with 1 in 7 older men and 1 in 16 older women being affected. Symptoms usually occur after the age of 30 in men and after the age of 60 in women (due to the female hormone oestrogen playing a big role in helping to clear uric acid from the body).

The risk of gout can be increased by: • Age – Gout is more common as you get older • Obesity • High blood pressure and diabetes • Close relatives with gout • Drinking too much beer/ spirits/red wine When treating gout there are two main aims 1) relieve symptoms 2) prevent more attacks. A short course of anti-inflammatory pain killers will help to relieve the pain in joints within 1224 hours. You can buy these over the counter at any pharmacy, but remember to speak to a member of the team before any purchase. In order to prevent future attacks you can get allopurinol prescribed from your GP, but this will undoubtedly have to go hand-in-hand with lifestyle changes such as:

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• Losing weight • Reducing alcohol intake – stop binge drinking • Reducing the amount of sugar-sweetened soft drinks • Increasing water intake – aim for about 1.2L a day • Reducing blood pressure. Finally, some self-help advice if you can’t get to a pharmacy or the doctors surgery: Make sure you raise the affected limb, rest and avoid knocking or damaging the joint. Keeping the joint cool should also help, and this can be done by applying an ice pack (or even just a frozen bag of peas) for around 20 minutes. If you need any more help and advice then don’t hesitate to contact me at A.Titiloye@ thenubiantimes.com, or go into your local pharmacy where they’ll be happy to help.

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“Throughout life people will make you mad, disrespect you and treat you bad. Let God deal with the things they do, ‘cause hate in your heart will consume you”

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Phormium tenax – New Zealand flax, Green Apples, Wood or twigs

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There are a number of protein shakes out there that promise the earth. Instant energy, health and well being, instant abs and the fountain of youth? Ok maybe not! The truth.. Start with a fruit smoothie – banana, strawberry, raspberries, blueberries, celery, kelp and an apple every morning for breakfast.

Natural energy drink

Lunch scrambled eggs or cook any fresh protein, fresh salad with little to no dressing and/or partially-cooked vegetables that you can crunch, but not raw, will go a long way to obtaining the above.

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Gout is a type of arthritis and is caused by a build up of a waste product in the blood called uric acid. It is mainly cleared from the body by the kidneys, but if you produce too much uric acid or your body doesn’t get rid of enough of it in your urine, then it can build up and cause small crystals to form in and around joints

You don’t feel this happening and the process will lead to hard, needle shaped crystals building up over time. The main symptom of gout is a severe and sudden pain in one or more joints – usually your big toe, with 70 per cent of people experiencing their first attack in the digit, but it can be in any one of the joints in your body such as the ankles, knees, fingers, wrists and elbows. It is difficult to predict when an attack will occur, but when it does it usually lasts between 7-10 days before the joint returns to normal. During this time even the weight of a bed cloth on the affected area can cause excruciating pain.

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Jacqueline E Hylton

“Don’t be scared...Women can handle the worst kind of pain. You’ll find out one day.”

ometimes I like to think back to a time in my life when everything seemed so complicated but yet life was a breeze. Living at home, no bills to pay, and a cooked dinner made by someone else ready when I came home, this point in life was a doddle. Oh those were the days of being seventeen and not quite ready to let go. But, can you imagine if everything that you knew changed in the blink of an eye? This book is in the young adult category but that means nothing, books are for anyone, of any age to read and I thoroughly enjoyed this novel about love, fate and self-will. Mia, the main protagonist, is exceptionally gifted at playing cello and she has a strong, family-orientated life. She has a wonderful friend and a boyfriend in a

rock band. Like many a young adult, all seems to be going well but things can always change, so much, so quickly. A tear to my eye but also a smile to my face, this book makes you think about the life you have and what lies beyond. Gayle Forman is an award winning journalist who has worked for Seventeen magazine, Cosmopolitan and ELLE.

MONOCULTURE:

HOW ONE STORY IS CHANGING EVERYTHING by F.S. Michaels

religion (5) 25. Never finishing, or seeming never to finish (7) 26. A member of the same team (8) 27. Informal for information (4)

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1. Student who is about to receive a degree (8) 2. Ballroom dance of Puerto Rican origin, performed to this music (5) 4. Small gland behind the breastbone that helps protect a small child’s from disease (6) 5. A type of table used in ceremonies in a church or other religious buildings (5) 6. A large van or wagon drawn by car, truck, or tractor (7) 7. A device for joining together a pair of draft

animals (4) 8. Compelling (6) 13. (Especially of food and eating) outside (8) 15. A republic in SW Africa, capital: Windhoek (7) 17. Musical sounds in agreeable succession or arrangement (6) 18. Building binding mate-

rial (6) 20. A language, dialect, or style of speaking peculiar to a people (5) 22. Any song of praise, joy, or triumph (5) 23. Any formal document in letter form, under seal, and in the sovereign’s name (4)

The rules for Sudoku couldn’t be easier. Fill the empty squares so that each row, column, and 3x3 block contains all the numbers 1 to 9. of improvement and learning now, although still like this to a certain extent, the focus of a library now is a place of business, customer service and money making initiatives.

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RECESSION BUSTER: “This will require a lot of discipline... A lot of discipline!”

be too articulated with the words used but this book was uncomplicated and easy to understand.

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10 STEPS TO MANAGING YOUR HOUSEHOLD BUDGET

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n a world of consumerism and recession (although we are told that the country is thriving) looking after the pennies is at the forefront of most our minds. This book offers sound advice on how to live with what money that we have. With the costs of goods going up and wages staying the same, discipline is needed to ensure we live comfortably with the current amount that we have. This book outlines simple budgeting tools to help us all cope with the stress money (or lack of it) can bring. Too many books on personal economic survival can

1. A sudden, strong wind (4) 3. Movement that is quiet and careful, _______ footsteps (7) 9. Reaction to pollen, fur, or dust (7) 10. Prepared course for athletes, horses etc. to race on (5) 11. The way something is treated or used, fair ________ policy (5) 12. To open or spread out (6) 14. A cardinal number, ten times nine (6) 16. Without moral principles (6) 19. Person selected to rule on the plays in a game (6) 21. Someone rejected for unacceptable behaviour or character; outcast from society (5) 24. A religious leader and teacher in the Jewish

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he nerd in me likes to try and find a book that delves further into the human psyche and try to understand why we do the things we do. One book that came to mind was Monoculture: How One Story Is Changing Everything. The word monoculture means a single culture without diversity or difference. This is a stimulating read and explains that the one story which is changing everything is money. The book describes the capitalist world we all live in. Money has infiltrated everything we know, an example of this is in the sell-off of our libraries by the governments. A library was once a place

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“A good story, well told, makes you realise you were yearning for something you had no name for, something you didn’t even know you wanted.”

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Recent data from the University and Colleges Admissions Service (covering 2006-13) revealed that the university application rate among blackr 18 year-olds in state schools has jumped from 24 per cent to 39 per cent – the largest increase among all the ethnic groups and 8 percentage points higher than their white counterparts. On the face of it, and in contrast to the often deliberately debilitating headlines, it looks as if black children are heading towards a tipping point where solid educational attainment and the accompanying promise of sustained socio-economic advancement are becoming the norm. Of course there are inevitable headwinds. One corollary is that supply is improperly failing to match demand. Black prospective students are significantly less likely to receive an offer of a university place even if they are otherwise identical to their peers across a range of background factors including academic grades. And black graduates face longer spells of joblessness and lower wages upon finding work. These challenges have been compounded by the 2012 changes to higher education funding in England. Essentially, the government reduced the level of taxpayer-based funding and allowed universities to make up the shortfall by raising tuition fees – with the maximum levy climbing from £3,375 to £9000 per year. As expected, the vast majority of students will only be able to cover these

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Recent reports say that UK rail passengers face a hike of as much as 5.5 per cent in train ticket prices in 2015. Train travel in the UK is already so high that many are priced out of travel by rail altogether so the news will further enrage passengers and commuters who have seen steady rises in the price of living without any real increase in the living wage. Shadow Transport Secretary Mary Creagh claimed: “David Cameron has allowed train companies to sting passengers with inflation-busting fare rises of over 20% since 2010, costing them hundreds of pounds. We can’t go on like this.” Laughably, Transport Minister Claire Perry has defended the rises by claiming “unprecedented investment” in the rail service despite the fact that the UK

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has one of the worst investment records, across the board, of ALL 27 EU nations. A report by the National Audit Office, Infrastructure Investment: the impact on consumer bills, reveals the extent of the misinformation: “Spending [by the public] on energy and water bills rose by 44 per cent and 21 per cent respectively, in the period 2002 to 2011 while median incomes were still the same in 2011 as they were in 2002 (all figures calculated in 2012 prices)” Yet how often are our trains delayed? Our roads congested? Leaves or ice on the tramlines? Does this suggest that this ‘investment’ money is being well-spent? A report from the EU, In Depth Review for the UK, suggests investment is you might have already suspected: pretty

much non-existent. The report shows that despite some of the highest prices the UK is amongst the worst investors in essential infrastructure: “According to the World Economic Forum, the UK currently ranks 24th on quality of its overall infrastructure. Transport infrastructure is of particular importance for the goods-producing sector, an area where the UK trade balance is in a persistent and significant deficit.” So, allow yourself to come to a conclusion; all these companies providing services that are essential to our lives, under this Government, are making huge profits at our expense, especially in comparison to our European counterparts, and yet we seem to have the worst service and the worst investment records.

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charges, plus living costs, via a government-backed loan. Such borrowing, which is not interest free, will be repayable from subsequent earnings.

As a result of the new changes the Institute for Fiscal Studies estimate that next year’s cohort of university leavers can expect to be saddled with debts of £45,000 compared to £25,000 today. Such a rise will have far reaching consequences. For example, the average teacher who graduated this year can expect to have paid back the loan by their late 30s. Under the new regime a teacher will still be paying into their early 50s. Moreover, rising debts press on the ability of new graduates to buy a home, form enduring relationships, start a business, and save all factors which are critical for ensuring later success. So what can concerned parents do to

help ensure that the upward trajectory of black youngsters is not derailed? One approach might be to help cover the accumulated liabilities upon graduation. But a simpler and more financially efficient strategy is to plan well ahead. For those with a little extra to spare there are many children’s savings schemes which are specifically designed to help fund higher education. Putting away the equivalent of the cost of a pair of trainers, and gathering periodic birthday and other presents as contributions, into such a plan each month for 18 years could realistically generate enough funds to cover a significant chunk of the final cost. In addition, involving children in contributing towards, as well as tracking, such savings, serves a dual purpose of cementing both their financial literacy and managing their expectations.

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JOURDAN DUNN MAKES FORBES LIST Widely regarded as one of fashion’s most sought-after models, the 24 year-old from London is also a vocal critic of ethnic disparity in the industry. Nonetheless her inclusion on the list will serve as an inspiration to young, British models of colour. Lucrative, high-profile contracts with the likes of Maybelline and Burberry saw the

British beauty reap around £2.4m over the last year and made her one of three Brits to feature on the list - with Cara Delavigne and Kate Moss - though her earnings were way short of fashions hottest property Gisele Bündchen who reaped in a staggering £25m in the same period.

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Sunday 3rd August saw the return of the Hulme and Moss Side Street Race for the second year running. The event centred around Moss Side Leisure Centre and boasted a 60 metre running track along Hulme High Street.

Local residents took part in the races and sporting activities as well as enjoying music performances from Manchester’s local talent pool and great food. The event, established by local company Real Deals, received support from both businesses and the community

alike, proving to be a successful day for all involved. Dr Erinma Bell MBE opened the races along with a prayer from Pastor Simpson who asked that the rain would cease and gave the event and the people of Moss Side and Hulme his blessings. Hundreds of people participated in the sprint races that took place throughout the day and just under 200 people took part in the other sporting activities available, including an international netball game with guests from Barbados and our local ladies representing England. V.I.P guests Manchester’s Lord Mayor Councillor Susan Cooley and the city’s Police and Crime Commissioner Tony Lloyd both praised the event and the community spirit.

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GIVES BACK TO THE MANCHESTER COMMUNITY MBE recipient and former Manchester City goalkeeper Alex Williams recently took part in the Getting Ahead project, run by Moss Side’s very own St Mary’s Primary School. Born and raised in Moss Side, Manchester; the 52 year-old- who is known for being one of Manchester City’s best goalkeepersvisited the school to express his journey into the exciting profession.

Williams, who became the first black goalkeeper of Manchester City in 1980, retired from football in 1987 after suffering from a recurring back injury. He is now the ambassador of City in the Community – a charity that offers free football activities for boys and girls in the Manchester area. He said: “I’ve always been quite close with the community and as a footballer I always went round to support local organisations, did school activities to support the club’s charity (City in the Community) and it just seemed a natural progression after playing football.” The Getting Ahead project which is funded by the Paul Hamlyn Foundation is a new activity of the Louise Da-Cocodia Education Trust and it is currently part of St Mary’s Primary School summer programme.

GLAZERS MUST GO

Regardless of what you think about the anti-Glazer movement, it’s undisputable that the hostile takeover of Manchester United has led to a stable but crippling decline of the fortunes of England’s most illustrious club. The Old Trafford club hadn’t been in debt since James Gibson saved them from financial ruin in 1931, after which he ploughed more cash into the club and eventually appointed Sir Matt Busby as Chairman in 1945. Two heroes of United’s past, a status that will never be afforded to any Glazer.

While for their part, they have tried to remain as anonymous as possible, hatred for them from large sections of the support has been ever-present, even if at times quietly accepted. The running of the club, certainly since the departures of Sir Alex Ferguson and former chief-executive David Gill has been a constant spear in the side of the Old Trafford faithful. An average increase of 50 per cent in ticket prices in the Glazer era means that the fans have had to pay for the Glazers takeover of their club. The business nous of Ed Woodward in securing huge investment deals has only highlighted his incompetence at re-investing money in the squad despite bold claims of blank cheques and record transfers. If United is the biggest club in the world, it needs to start acting like it. Clubs like City, Real and Barça bully the transfer market. Times were when United would be accused of buying the title, these days they can barely be accused of buying a player. Ed Woodward is deservedly taking serious flak from fans, potentially down to his lack of experience in a football capacity or perhaps more

worryingly, his own arrogance and refusal to meet demands that big clubs often have to accept. Reports suggest the club missed out on players like Cesc Fábregas and £20m Toni Kroos – players who could have transformed the team’s performances - because of squabbles over one or two million pounds. What’s worse for United fans is local rival City’s strategy. Even if their flouting of the rules of fair play comes with some serious suspect behaviour, nonetheless they exhibit the actions of a club committed to giving back to the community and bringing in experienced pros in behind the scenes roles. Managers were chosen on success. Investment was consistent and in the right areas, despite their youth-to-first team progression being absolute zero, and similar to the problem that prompted to Jack Rodwell’s stinging departing shot at the club. It’s only natural, perhaps even imperative, that something is done and fans unite to challenge what is probably one of the most scandalous chapters in English football history.

The project was created as a progression route for young black children in the Manchester area aged 10 -15 and it educates black teens about African Caribbean culture as well as helping them with personal development. Diane Watts, Trustee of the Louise Da-Cocodia Education Trust, said that the programme is about “culture and identity and culture heritage.” She added: “We’re planning a trip to the slavery museum in Liverpool and we don’t want the young people to turn up not knowing anything, so these couple of weeks is doing that background and also finding about their parents’ heritage and who they are as Black British people of African Caribbean heritage.”

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