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Champions! By Usha Pudukkotai On Sunday, September 18th the event felt extra special Mayor of Markham, Hon’ble compared to the events at the Frank Scarpetti hosted a warm Rio Games. party for the returning athletes “That had a different vibe to who have done us all very it because it’s everyone in the proud. After a golden summer in family, friends, the neighbors, 2016 Rio Olympics, the heroes the whole community … so were given a huge welcome by this little ceremony that we’re members of the public for their having today is actually – glittering contributions. personal experience – a little At a Rio-themed party and parade, bit better than the closing or Markham celebrated Olympic opening ceremonies.” sprinter Andre De Grasse who Rugby referee Rose LaBrèche won three medals at the 2016 briefly expressed her thanks Olympic Games: a bronze in the to her family and encouraged men’s 100 metre, a silver in the anyone interested in rugby to men’s 200 metre and a bronze in get involved. the men’s 4x100-metre relay. “Not only as an athlete, but there The city also payed tribute are so many other avenues that to individual epee performer are really viable options to get Maxime Brinck-Croteau and you where you want to go.” women’s rugby seven’s referee Rose unveiled in front his mother, The parade which started at noon from the Labreche. Markham residents turned of an excited Beverley, who Crosby Arena, headed to the Markham out in huge numbers to acknowledge crowd which was also called Pan Am Centre for a recognition the Olympic feats of Andre DeGrasse. was cheering for upon the stage. ceremony and cake-cutting. Our local hero won three medals during him non-stop. “My mom has Mayor Frank Scarpitti was joined by the summer games, the most ever by a The athlete was been there for several eminent political leaders including Canadian sprinter. emotional on the me all my life MP John McCallum, MPP Michael Chan The 21 year old won the silver medal stage, and wiped and she’s always and other City of Markham councilors in the 200 m and bronze medals in away his tears there for me “This was a home run today,” Scarpitti both the 100 m and 4 × 100 m relay at when asked about … just to have said. “It was great to see the whole the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de the celebration. her there at the community out, especially the young Janeiro. De Grasse is the reigning Pan “I really have to Olympic Games kids. Andre (De Grasse) is so inspiring American champion in the 100 m and thank Markham, with me, it meant to a lot of the youngsters.” 200 m. He is also the reigning NCAA Canada. You guys everything to Many community business leaders men’s champion in the 100 m and 200 m have given me me.” and associations also attended the and current Canadian record holder the motivation “I wanted to just festivities. in the 200 m. De Grasse won the to perform to my try go out there Throughout the afternoon, the Markham bronze in the 100 m and the 4 × 100 m best. This is really you know make a Pan Am Centre Piazza was buzzing relay at the 2015 World Track and Field an incredible name, and make with Buskers, Food Trucks, DJs, Stilt Championships in Beijing. experience. I’m a statement and Walkers, and Singing Performances! De Grasse is the first Canadian sprinter speechless... say I can run with The event gave fans who have cheered to win three medals in a single Olympics. overwhelmed. “I the fastest man in on their heroes from home the chance to His feat bettered the two medals in a single never thought this the world,” De thank them in person. The homecoming Olympics that were won by Canadian would happen Grasse told the was a wonderful opportunity to celebrate legends Donovan Bailey and Percy in my wildest audience. “I just their amazing achievements in Rio and Williams. dreams. Thank wanted to go out the people, including their dedicated Markham mayor Frank Scarpitti who you for being a there and prove families that have helped them to get has officially declare Aug. 14, Andre part of my dream,” it.” where they are. De Grasse Day. Now, there’s a local he said. Fencer Maxime Congratulations to the winning street named after him too, which was De Grasse also Brinck-Croteau Champions! Hip, hip hurray! paid tribute to said Sunday’s Record Breaking Attendance at Toronto Veg Food Fest ORONTO: The 32nd de Hoop, Special Events got to learn tips and tricks chefs and home cooks cre- Fest, worry not as the To- Association, please visit TToronto Veg Food Fest Coordinator at Veg Food from the culinary masters ated their own versions of ronto Vegetarian Asso- Veg Food Fest. Follow @ celebrated another suc- Fest. “Our goal is to of- at various cooking dem- traditional vegan foods. ciation has already begun VegFoodFest or ‘Like’ cessful year as the biggest fer our guests planning for the 33rd them on Facebook. vegan food fair in North an unparalleled Veg Food Fest. ABOUT VEG FOOD America. From September opportunity to “A visit to Veg Food FEST: 9-11, thousands of foodies sample the very Fest will surely excite Toronto’s Veg Food Fest came together at Harbour- best from the the palate of anyone is the largest vegan food front Centre in Toronto vegan world and that attends, as it is festival in North America, to savour the very best in so far, we’ve had the perfect event for celebrating 32 years of de- plant-based fare. tremendous pos- veg eaters and curious licious food that you never Tasty dishes from over itive feedback.” foodies alike,” adds thought could be vegan. 140 local vendors, restau- Guests gathered Alyssa. “Although Enjoy free samples, live rants and bakeries, plus to celebrate ex- we don’t know the music, cooking demonstra- free workshops, live music plosive innova- exact number of at- tions, presentations, new programmed by Toronto tion in today’s tendees, we believe products and scrumptious Downtown Jazz, cooking vegan indus- that this year we re- food that will change your demonstrations, and a ton try, and learn ceived record break- mouth’s mind. Veg Food of veg-friendly products— from the pros in ing attendance of over Fest is presented by the the Fest truly offered some- vegan cooking, 50,000.” Toronto Vegetarian Associ- thing for everyone. animal rights, For more information ation and takes place Sep- “We feel the event was a health and nu- on Veg Foo Fest and tember 9-11 at Harbour- huge success,” says Alyssa trition, and more. They onstrations, as top vegan If you missed this year’s the Toronto Vegetarian front Centre in Toronto. 2 www.namastenewsline.com Friday, Sep 23, 2016 Namaste Oui Oui, A Floral Market Readers! Comes to North Toronto September is the submission deadlines, understanding ORONTO: On Saturday, Septem- limited to: always a new the subject matter and preparing for test and Tber 24, pickOntario and Toronto - Aldershot Greenhouses beginning for exams well in advance instead of cramming Botanical Garden will bring the North - Foliera students since at the last minute. 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For existing ones to build a support network that nizations participating at the North To- products are delivered fresh to local re- example, working on assignments before makes it easy to live life. ronto Floral Market include but are not tail establishments, daily. Toronto International Film Festival : 2016 Award Winners TORONTO — The Toronto International Film Festival® announced its award winners at a ceremony at TIFF Bell Lightbox on Sunday September 18th, hosted by Piers Handling, CEO and Director of TIFF, and Cameron Bailey, Artistic Director of the Toronto International Film Festival. The short film awards below were selected by a jury comprised of American filmmaker AbteenBagheri (That B.E.A.T.), French filmmaker Eva Husson (Bang Gang), and Canadian filmmaker Jeff Barnaby (Rhymes for Young Ghouls). Short Cuts Award For Short Cuts Award For City Of Toronto Award Canada Goose Award For Best Canadian Short Film Best Canadian Short Film For Best Canadian Best Canadian Feature Film First Feature Film

The Canada Goose Award for Best Canadian Feature Film goes to Mathieu Denis and Si- The Short Cuts Award for Best Short The Short Cuts Award for Best Canadian mon Lavoie for Those Who Make Revolution Film goes to RaymundRibay Gutierr- Short Film goes to Alexandre Dostie’s Halfway Only Dig Their Own Graves (Ceux ez’s Imago. The jury remarked, “Some Mutants. The jury remarked, “Mutants qui font les révolutions à moitién’ont fait que takes a summer in Quebec and infuses The City of Toronto Award for Best films are not easy to watch. But it’s a se creuser un tombeau). The jury remarked, it with a ribald lyricism. Awkward mo- Canadian First Feature Film goes to “For its uncompromising, electrifying por- beautiful thing to find a filmmaker ments of sexual awakening paired with Johnny Ma’s Old Stone (Lao shi). The trait of youthful idealism and democratic ex- who has a daring voice. We feel that self cannibalism and self immolation jury remarked, “For its remarkably ma- haustion in contemporary Canada, and for its with this movie we witnessed a bold, rise it above standard nostalgia. It was a ture, powerfully rendered portrait of an capacity to stir both heart and mind, the jury cinematic statement, and we cannot film that took chances with both its sub- innocent taxi driver caught in a proto- is thrilled to select Those Who Make Revolu- wait to see what features this director ject matter and humour, and framing it capitalist China, the jury is pleased to tion Halfway Only Dig Their Own Graves.” through the eyes of children. Congratu- select Old Stone.” This award carries a This award carries a cash prize of $30,000 will give to the world.” The award of- lations.” The award offers a $10,000 cash prize of $15,000, made possible by and a custom award, sponsored by Canada fers a $10,000 cash prize. cash prize. the City of Toronto. Goose. The jury gave honourable mentions to Or Sinai’s Anna, and Orlando von Ein- This is the sophomore year with precise direction and unforgettable act- siedel’s The White Helmets. TORONTO PLATFORM PRIZE for Platform, the Festival’s ing. For its exploration of the myth of Ameri- The Canadian awards below were se- juried programme that can Camelot and its preeminent performance lected by a jury comprised of produc- champions director’s cinema from around by Natalie Portman, the 2016 prize goes to the world. The Festival welcomed an inter- Jackie.” The award offers a $25,000 cash ers Luc Déry (Incendies, Monsieur La- national jury comprised of legendary film- prize and a custom award. The jury awards a zhar) and Anita Lee (Stories We Tell, makers Brian De Palma and Mahamat-Saleh special mention to KhyentseNorbu’s Hema- Invention), filmmaker Mina Shum Haroun, and acclaimed actor Zhang Ziyi, Hema: Sing Me a Song While I Wait (he-mà (Double Happiness, Ninth Floor), and who awarded the Toronto Platform Prize to he-mà), “for a film that is a metaphor for our cultural critic and novelist Hal Niedz- Pablo Larraín forJackie. The jury remarked, time. In an age of technology, this film uses “Our decision was unanimous. We found one masks to reconnect its characters with human viecki. film that combined an extraordinary script instinct and emotion.” Friday, Sep 23, 2016 www.namastenewsline.com 3 City News City of Brampton’s Budget Toronto Urban Film Festival 2016-2018 plan receives Holds 10th Anniversary Awards Party top award Over $20,000 In Cash And Prizes Awarded To RAMPTON, ON: The cant achievement in the area inforced by the following: Filmmakers At Gladstone Hotel Awards Ceremony BCity of Brampton’s Ap- of Good Government. In or-  Standard & Poor’s credit ORONTO: Toronto Urban The full list of winners/awards is as proved Business Plan and der to receive this award, the rating went from AAA nega- TFilm Festival (TUFF), North follows: Budget 2016-2018 has re- City had to satisfy nationally tive in 2014 to AAA stable in America’s largest commuter film 2016 Prizes selected by TUFF ceived The Distinguished recognized guidelines for ef- 2015. festival, celebrated its successful 10th Founder Sharon Switzer & TUFF Budget Presentation Award fective budget presentation.  The C.D. Howe Institute’s edition with an awards ceremony Programmer Angie Driscoll from the Government Fi- These guidelines assess how rating for Brampton improved hosted at the Gladstone Hotel on VIEWERS’ CHOICE AWARD - nance Officers Association of well the budget plan serves from a grade of D in 2011 and Sunday night. Over $20,000 in cash Presence of Time the United States and Canada as a: 2013 to a grade B- in 2015; the and prizes was awarded to talented The award comes with a $500 prize. result of changes in budget- filmmakers from Canada and across Voting was open to everyone online ing methodology. the globe. TUFF cofounder and from Sept 10 - 17, and we are happy  Brampton is one of the Director Sharon Switzer, President to announce that the Viewers’ top ten municipalities rated of PATTISON Outdoor Randy Otto, Choice winner this year is The by C.D. Howe and is one and Vice President/General Manager Presence of Time by Rakib Boby of only three that presented of PATTISON Onestop Cam from Bangladesh, who received 1047 budgets on an accrual ba- Milne spoke at the ceremony that online votes. sis. culminated in its first prize (selected TORONTO LENS AWARD –  The Frontier Centre by TUFF 2016 guest judge and Going Back for Public Policy ranked Toronto Film Commissioner Zaib A $200.00 workshop voucher Brampton second on The Shaikh) of $3000 cash from Pattison from the Liaison of Independent Transparency Index when Onestop and a permanent license for Filmmakers of Toronto (LIFT). 2 comparing financial data of Storyboard Pro software from Toon FINISHIT Screenwriting passes and 100 cities across Canada. Boom Animation being awarded to 2 Filmmaker Sandbox passes from Quotes: Torontonians Spencer Ryerson and Raindance Toronto. “We remain committed to Peter Widdrington for their short film This year’s TORONTO LENS meeting our financial obli- A NEW HOME. AWARD recipient turns a subway gations and demonstrating “It was a remarkable year with ride into an otherworldly trip down (GFOA). - Policy document to our business and commu- tremendous talent,” says Sharon memory lane, as a woman travels Not only is this the GFOA’s - Financial plan nity partners that we can com- backwards in this moody neo-gothic. highest form of recognition - Operations guide pete not just nationally, but Switzer who was featured on CP24 Wonderful cinematography and high- in governmental budgeting,  Communications device globally. Together with em- earlier this September. “These were this award is the only nation- The City of Brampton is com- ployees across the corporation difficult decisions but the acclaim is contrast black and white film utterly al awards program in gov- mitted to transparency and we will continue to strive for well deserved. We thank our dedicated transforms the TTC in JORDAN ernmental budgeting. This is clarity in financial reporting. excellence in our operations at filmmakers for their contributions RANDALL’s film GOING BACK! the first year the City applied The strength of the City’s fi- the City of Brampton.” and continual support over the past CITY STORIES AWARD – Los for and received the award nancial policies and its solid Harry Schlange, CAO ten years and look forward to another Angeles Del Prado ...Continued on Page 4 and it represents a signifi- financial position is further re- ten years of TUFF.” Salaam, Salut, Sat Sri Akaal – Embrace, Experience, Enrich! ARKHAM: Mayor Frank convention centre, City of Markham Council MScarpitti, Wuhan Mayor offices and retail, Chamber Hu Lishan, and Members of schools and restau- Dinner Reception – Performance Council marked the official rants. HS Nouvel by the world renowned Wuhan commemoration of the 10th An- intends to develop Acrobatic Troupe of China- Le niversary of the sister city rela- a high quality proj- Parc Banquet and Dining Hall tions. ect with sustain- Wuhan is Markham’s only sister Markham’s Economic Alliance able features, and city in China and similarly, Wu- Program creates a global net- will be a significant han has only one sister city in work of business relationships gateway for the Canada, Markham. During the with communities and busi- City of Markham celebration ceremony, Mayor ness groups in strategic market locations, in an effort to create an international awareness of Markham’s business assets and geographic benefits. Markham and Wuhan’s rela- tionship date back more than 15 years when this strategic alliance was formed and formerly transi- tioned to sister city status with the signing of the first Memo- randum of Un- derstanding in 2006. A memo- MOU signing- Scarpitti and Mayor renewed rable and in- Markham Mayor their sister relations with an spiring full-day Frank Scarpitti, MOU signing; and celebrated program was Wuhan Plenipo- their friendship with a a street developed to tentiary Mayor Hu unveiling of a new Wuhan Av- commemorate Lishan signed an enue. the occasion MOU to renew the Art and Culture were prominent The following ness Leaders velopments (Parent Company Sister City relation- during the gala event last night; events were held to mark the Markham-Wuhan Sister City Wuhan Hongshun Group) has ship and to promote further co- and The Wuhan Acrobatic anniversary: Relations 10th Anniversary Cel- invested almost $30 million in operation and collaboration on Troupe entertained the attend- Canada-China Economic Trade ebration - Markham Civic Cen- Markham real estate projects. A furthering business and cultural ees with their strength, beauty Conference -Attended by over tre new large scale real estate proj- activities and artistry. 200 Markham and Wuhan Busi- Wuhan Project - HS Nouvel De- ect on Warden Ave is featuring a Unveiling of Wuhan Avenue- 4 www.namastenewsline.com Friday, Sep 23, 2016 Community Norman: The Moderate Rise and Tragic Fall of a New York Fixer he 40th edition of Toronto International in his life. In the lead role as Norman in the end he reveals the true worth of his TFilm Festival (TIFF) celebrated the Oppenheimer, Gere plays the role of the character and life; that he was more than gala premiere of the film Norman: The fixer with great aplomb. Gere at times does a fraud and a hustler and actually cared Moderate Rise and Tragic Fall of a New not even need words to convey his mood, for his friendship and relations. And that York Fixer at Roy Thomson Hall last feelings, dejection – just his demeanour is what makes the film great and makes it night. The film starring Richard Gere, Lior and gestures say it all. Perhaps because, as rise above the ordinary. Ashkenazi, Charlotte Gainsbourg, Martin he mentions in an interview, he has grown Cedar was accompanied by his cast Sheen, Steve Buschemi and others and up in New York City and has known quite members Richard Gere (Norman) and directed by Israeli writer/director Joseph a few ‘Normans’. The film combines the Lior Ashkenazi (Micha Eshel) and stated Cedar was presented by AGF Management, wily world of the city with Israeli power his surprise at seeing almost all the seats well known Toronto-based fund company. plays and politics in a manner that only an filled. He commented “Wow I did not Blake Goldring, Chairman and CEO of insider could convey. expect to see well over 2,000 people AGF Management, welcomed guests Joseph Cedar’s film Norman is far from here to see my film which has a dull and with an opening statement of how in his being a glamorous film; it is indeed in a boring character!” mind Richard Gere is Gere, who is now a synonymous with the silver-haired attractive popular movie Pretty 67 years, said that “I Woman and the title am happy to be here in song is still on his Toronto and I love the lips. He thanked all film festival vibe here the guests for the in the city. The movie genuine support they is not a glamorous one have shown for the but I do hope you enjoy company over the the film. Thank you years. for coming out today!” The film Norman is He did, however, stay very different from till the end of the any other that Gere film as did his co-star has undertaken and Ashkenazi and Cedar.

it calls for all of his inner strength to play class by itself making it worthy of a film They all waved to the fans at the close the murky part of the main character. It festival of the calibre of TIFF. Cedar of the film as the audience clapped and is sombre and grey with little bits of dry has painstakingly drawn out Norman’s cheered and the lights came on. A must humour about the life and times of the character as being so stubborn and pushy see film for die hard fans of festival fixer who peddles personal contacts and that he will not stop at anything and will movies with well drawn out character relations, most of which do not even exist, not take no for an answer pushing his limits actors and robust storylines. in order to gain some modicum of prestige so far with people that they shun him. But By N. Balani

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SPECIAL JURY PRIZE – ON by MICHIEL VAANHOLD! adolescence, female friendship, A seemingly simple game com for full story Friday, Sep 23, 2016 www.namastenewsline.com 5 Nation Prime Minister announces Ministers Sajjan and Hehr mark the 76th significant support Anniversary of the Battle following UN meeting on of Britain ttawa: National ODefence / refugees and migrants Canadian Armed Forces he Government of The Honourable Harjit TCanada is playing a S. Sajjan, Minister leadership role on the world of National Defence stage in refugee resettlement and the Honourable and international migration Kent Hehr, Minister issues. of Veterans’ Affairs The Prime Minister, Justin and Associate Trudeau, today announced Minister of National that the Government of Defence today Canada will increase issued the following humanitarian assistance statement marking the proportions, but alongside our this fiscal year by 10 76th Anniversary of the Battle of Allies, the Royal Canadian Air percent. The Prime Minister Britain: Force was up to the job. Exposed also announced over $64.5 “This weekend, we celebrate the to perilous missions under enemy million in new multi-year Canadian airmen who fought fire, pilots faced a formidable foe. funding to support people alongside our Allies in the Battle of Assisting them in this essential task affected by humanitarian Britain. were the tireless efforts of ground crises around the world, and in investment from around the —Rt. Honourable Justin “Seventy-six years ago, Hitler was crew, radar operators, anti-aircraft $467 million in programming world – all of which strengthen Trudeau, Prime Minister of determined to invade Great Britain. gunners, and the men and women as part of Canada’s strategy to the middle class at home. Canada The German Luftwaffe, which who worked on the aircraft supply address the crises in Syria, Iraq, Quotes “Canada is a nation built from possessed seasoned combat pilots chain. Without them, the Battle of and the surrounding region. “Millions of people around the ground up by immigrants and twice as many aircraft as the Britain could not have been won. The Government of Canada the world are fleeing their and refugees. We have a proud Allies, set its sights on Britain’s “The Royal Canadian Air Force’s ports, airfields, radar stations recognizes the significant homes because of conflict and history of opening our arms— number one asset was, is, and and cities to destroy the nation’s contributions migrants and persecution. The international and our borders—to those most always will be its people. Today, defences and gain control of the refugees can make to sustainable community must come together in need, and we look forward to we honour those who were willing English Channel and landing zones economic growth and to building to address their immediate needs welcoming many more migrants to give everything in the summer on British soil. and fall of 1940. We also recognize dynamic, inclusive societies. In and to help rebuild their lives. and refugees in the coming “The spectre of defeat was real, but the sacrifices and dedication of Canada, migrants and refugees Today’s announcement will help years. We will continue to lead Canada contributed a courageous surviving Battle of Britain veterans, fill skills gaps and labour market accomplish this by providing with warm hearts and open asset to the fight — more than a like Squadron Leader (ret’d) shortages, address some of forcibly displaced people with minds.” hundred pilots and an estimated John Stewart Hart, who recently the challenges associated with much-needed supplies and —Rt. Honourable Justin 300 or more ground crew. Twenty- celebrated his 100th birthday. All an aging population, increase services, like education for Trudeau, Prime Minister of three pilots perished in the battle of us owe them a debt of gratitude. international trade, and draw young children.” Canada and 35 more died later in the war. “Each year, on the third Sunday in “This battle was critical. It September, we pause to remember influenced the outcome of the the sacrifices made by those who Second World War and, in turn, served during the Battle of Britain Strengthened Canada Pension the course of history. Repelling — sacrifices from which we benefit Plan Will Mean a More Secure the Nazis was a task of Herculean every day of the year.” Retirement and a Better Quality of Canada celebrates 20th Life for Middle Class Canadians anniversary of Arctic Council ttawa: Helping Canadians he Honourable Stéphane better understand the constantly Oachieve a safe, secure TDion, Minister of Foreign changing Arctic environment, for and dignified retirement is a Affairs, today issued the following the benefit of northern residents central part of the Government statement congratulating the Arctic and the world. of Canada’s plan to help Council on its 20th anniversary: “Over the past 20 years, the council the middle class and those working hard to join it. Middle class Canadians are working harder than ever, but many are worried that they won’t have enough put away for their retirement. One in four families nearing retirement— 1.1 million families—risk not saving enough for retirement. That’s why Canada’s governments have reached an historic agreement to instead of today’s $12,000. Second, it will also strengthen the Canada Pension Plan (CPP), increase the point at which this new one-third ensuring that future generations of Canadians can replacement rate maxes out by 14 per cent, which count on a more generous public pension system is projected to be equal to $82,700 in 2025. This in their retirement years. Strengthening the CPP means that, if someone is making $80,000 a year will not only provide retirement security for more over their working life, they will get a third of “The 20th anniversary of the has advanced circumpolar priorities Canadians, it will create jobs and have a positive, that per year in retirement from the CPP. council marks a proud moment for and has become a strong model for long-term impact on the Canadian economy. The Finance Minister Bill Morneau appeared before Canada. As an Arctic nation, we international cooperation. A key enhancement that Canada’s governments have the House of Commons Standing Committee on played a leading role in founding reason for the council’s success is agreed to does two things that will see Canadians Finance today to provide additional information the council with the signing of the the contributions Arctic Indigenous receive more through the CPP in retirement. on the benefits of a stronger CPP and details Ottawa Declaration, and the work peoples make to its decisions. First, it will increase the share of annual earnings on the agreement in principle signed by his we have accomplished with our “Canada will continue to be a that Canadians will get in retirement from one- provincial counterparts in June, including the international Arctic neighbours has leading advocate for international quarter to one-third. This means an individual Department of Finance Canada’s analysis on been, and continues to be, vital for cooperation, advancing sustainable making $50,000 a year over their working life the benefits and positive long-term impact of a the Arctic region and its people. development of the Arctic region will receive about $16,000 per year in retirement strengthened CPP. “The council supports a global in partnership with the other Arctic community that is working to states and with Northerners.” 6 www.namastenewsline.com Friday, Sep 23, 2016 CINEMA COMING SOON www.woodsidecinema.ca M.S. Dhoni (Hindi) BOLLYWOOD MOVIE SCHEDULE Starring: Sushant Singh For Sep 23rd thru Sep 29th, 2016 Rajput Director: Neeraj Pandey WOODSIDE CINEMAS 1571 Sandhurt Circle, (Finch &Maccawan) Scarborough, Ontario, M1V 1V2 INFO LINE (416) 299 3456 (FILM)

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Manikandan 7:00 pm, Fri Sep 23rd: 7:15 pm, 10:15 pm, Sat Sep 24th & Sun Sep 25th: 4:15 pm, 7:15 pm, 10:15 pm, Wed Sep 28th & Thurs Sep 29th: 7:15 pm, 10:15 pm Ae Dil Hai Mushkil (Hindi) Thodari (Tamil) Starring: Aishwarya Starring: Dhanush, Keerthy Janaan Rai Bachchan, Ranbir Suresh, Thambi Ramaiah, (Eng Sub Pakistani) Kapoor, Anushka Karunakaran Starring: Armeena Khan, Sharma Director: Prabhu Solomon Bilal Ashraf, Ali Rehman Director: Karan Johar Fri Sep 23rd: 7:30 pm, 9:30 Khan pm, 10:30 pm, Director: Azfar Jafri Sat Sep 24th & Sun Sep 25th: Fri Sep 23rd: 7:00 pm, 4:30 pm, 7:30 pm, 9:30 pm, Sat Sep 24th & Sun Sep 10:30 pm, 25th: 3:30 pm, 6:30 pm, Mon Sep 26th thru Thurs Sep Mon Sep 26th thru Thurs 29th: 7:15 pm, 9:30 pm, 10:15 Sep 29th: 7:00 pm, pm, Friday, Sep 23, 2016 www.namastenewsline.com 7 GLOBAL NEWS 183 flights cancelled in Taiwan Twitter CEO backs ‘Pardon due to typhoon Malakas Snowden’ campaign acking heavy island on Sat- ew York: Twitter CEO the media. He currently lives the policy of the administration Pd o w n p o u r s urday, accord- NJack Dorsey has joined a in self-imposed exile in Russia that Snowden should return to and strong winds, ing to local growing list of celebrities and to avoid charges in the US for the US and face those charges. typhoon Malakas authorities. other public figures rooting for violating the Espionage Act There are mechanisms in our swept the eastern The typhoon a presidential pardon for whis- and other laws. criminal justice system to en- and northern parts saw winds of tleblower Edward Snowden. According to Romero, if sure that he’s treated fairly and of Taiwan on Sat- up to 198 km #PardonSnowden, Dorsey Snowden were to face trial, consistent with the law,” White urday, resulting in per hour when tweeted on Twitter. the cancellation of it brushed the The Pardon Snowden 183 flights, local island, said campaign, launched authorities said. the island’s by three human rights Most of the can- meteorologi- groups, replied with a celed flights were cal agency, thanking note. scheduled to or from the Chinese which had issued land and sea warn- Besides Dorsey, others mainland, Xinhua reported. ings on Friday and Saturday. Cit- supporting the cam- In Taoyuan airport alone, the typhoon ies and counties including Taipei, paign are heavyweights had forced 68 flights to be canceled Taoyuan and Yilan were affected. like Apple co-founder or delayed as of 4.00 p.m., affect- Typhoon Malakas came hot on the Steve Wozniak, author ing about 12,800 passengers, the heels of Typhoon Meranti, which left Joyce Carol Oates, ac- Taoyuan Airport Corporation said in one person dead and more than 50 in- tor Danny Glover, Salil a statement. jured when it swept across the south- Shetty, Secretary Gen- The typhoon also suspended water ern part of the island on Wednesday eral of Britain-based transportation and disrupted train and Thursday. Typhoon Meranti was human rights group services in the north and east of the the most powerful typhoon this year. Amnesty Internation- al, MishiChoudhary, technology lawyer and Uber’s consumers benefit legal director of Soft- ware Freedom Law Centre, he would have no opportunity House Press Secretary Josh and US-based Human Rights to argue that he performed a Earnest said. the most, says US study Watch. public service. Under the Es- According to a report on online study suggests The campaign, launched on pionage Act, such an argument portal Fast Company, 10,000 Athat online Wednesday, can be accessed would be useless. people signed a petition by transportation firm on pardonsnowden.org and Snowden joined the launch of Wednesday night. The cam- Uber’s consumers -- is also supported by Anthony the campaign via teleconfer- paign said they were getting not the company or Romero, Executive Director ence from Russia and said, nearly 2,000 new signatures the drivers -- are the of the human rights organisa- “While I am grateful for the on the petition every hour and largest beneficiary. tion American Civil Liberties support given to my case, this expect the total to get a lot big- According to The Union (ACLU), who said that really is not about me. It is ger. Verge, Uber has Snowden should be thanked, about us. It is about our right On Wednesday night, Snowden nearly 450,000 not punished and should be al- to dissent.” was beamed into Manhattan’s registered drivers in lowed to return the US. The White House has said Upper West Side, to join the the US and it offers Snowden, a former National it had no plans to pardon audience in singing “Happy its services in more Security Agency (NSA) con- Snowden. Birthday” to Oliver Stone, di- than 198 cities in tractor, revealed government “Snowden has been charged rector of “Snowden”, the new the country. how much people paid for the service surveillance programmes to with serious crimes, and it is biopic released on Friday. Economists at the University of and how much more they would have Chicago and University of Oxford been willing to pay. working with researchers at Uber Consumer surplus is calculated by found that the company’s main examining the difference between Astronauts given comfort upgrade service generated $6.8 billion in how much people are willing to pay consumer surplus in the US last year. for a service and how much they on China’s new space lab actually pay. The economic measure of consumer hina’s newest space laboratory, Tiangong said the lab has about 15 sq.mt for astronauts to In the case of Uber, researchers found benefit outpaced both -- the revenue II, will provide more comfort upgrades to live and work, including a separate sleep section for each dollar spent by consumers C of Uber drivers and the company. astronauts living aboard than its predecessor, and waste storage area. last year, about $1.60 in additional “I was expecting to find a big number Tiangong I, the spacecraft’s designers said. He said engineers installed muffler devices in benefit was generated. for consumer surplus because when Zhu Zongpeng, chief “While most Uber riders do not you talk to people about Uber, they designer of Tiangong II at think in terms of consumer surplus, really like the service and see it as China Academy of Space calculating the economic measure a cheap option,” said Steven Levitt, Technology, said designers provides real insight into the benefit the William B. Ogden Distinguished aimed to create an astronaut- they are experiencing, helping to Service Professor of Economics at friendly environment in explain the company’s explosion in the University of Chicago. every regard when they popularity,” said Robert Metcalfe, a “I think our findings should change refitted the space lab that research scholar at Chicago’s Becker the policy discussion. To date, the was developed based on Friedman Institute. conversation has revolved around Tiangong I, the People’s For this study, Levitt and his fellow the idea that there are people who Daily reported on Saturday. researchers focused on 50 million are hurt by the service, mainly “We considered many UberX consumer sessions through taxicab medallion owners. There’s factors including the sound, which customers request rides. little discussion of the benefit to lighting, inner decorations However, the researchers cautioned consumers.” as well as support facilities. their findings do not fully capture The findings, released as a National For instance, we installed what is happening as ride-sharing Bureau of Economic Research a foldable, multifunctional companies grow. working paper, answers the question table that can be used for dining and experiments. We also equipped the spacecraft to ensure its inner sound is kept the astronauts with Bluetooth headsets and under 50 decibels. Environmental controls will speakers,” he said. keep the temperature within the experiment “A number of particulars were taken into account cabin between 22 and 24 degrees Celsius and -- the carpet in Tiangong I was replaced with the humidity between 45 and 55 per ent. floorboards. The light is softer and its brightness In addition, Tiangong II has an air detector To Advertise Please can be adjusted. Each astronaut has a bed lamp,” capable of checking for and dealing with more Zhu added. than 20 hazardous gases and microbes. Contact: The Tiangong II consists of two cabins with Furthermore, designers placed exercise separate functions -- the experiment cabin equipment in the space lab such as a treadmill, will be hermetically sealed and will act as the exercise bike and acupuncture point massager astronauts’ living quarters, while the resource to help astronauts maintain a healthy routine, Ph: 416-451-9414 cabin will contain solar panels, storage batteries, according to Liao. propellant and engines. He said its communications systems also allow Liao Jianlin, a senior engineer at the academy astronauts to receive and reply to emails and who took part in Tiangong II’s development, make calls to family and friends. 8 www.namastenewsline.com Friday, Sep 23, 2016 GLOBAL NEWS China police use drones Zuckerberg congratulates to monitor traffic wo drones Oculus team on winning Twere being used to help moni- tor traffic flow and Emmy for VR film violators on high- acebook CEO Mark Zuck- ways in China’s erberg has congratulated Sichuan province, F the Oculus Story Studio for authorities said on bringing home its first Emmy. Sunday. “We won our first Emmy! The drones flew The Oculus team, specifically. over two high- It’s the first time in history an ways, one con- original virtual reality movie necting the cities has won,” Zuckerberg wrote of Chengdu and flow. in a Facebook post. Zigong, and the other connecting With a flight radius of 15 km, the The Emmy went to Ramiro Chengdu with Mianyang, according drones can fly for up to one hour at Lopez Dau-directed “Henry” to the provincial public security de- a time, and can complete a 30 km about a hedgehog trying to partment. round trip in 40 minutes. make friends. More than 90 traffic incidents were The drones’ activity was broadcasted Facebook acquired the virtual caught on drone camera, Xinhua live through the provincial traffic po- reality pioneer Oculus VR in news agency reported. lice’s official social media account 2014. The drones can recognise license their big win, and I’m excited in a statement. Weibo. “When you watch Henry in plates from 100 metres away. The to share more big news about “While Henry is just one step The traffic police will now use virtual reality, you feel like pictures and videos can be sent back Oculus at our developer con- in the long journey ahead, we drones more regularly, the depart- you’re actually in his world, to ground staff so the police can take ference next month,” Zucker- hope this moment inspires sto- ment added. looking around and interacting efficient measures to direct traffic berg said. rytellers to bring their ideas with him,” Zuckerberg said. This award should stand as a to this new medium and help “’Henry’ is a great example reminder to every creator who shape the future of VR story- of how VR is going to change aspires to make VR movies, telling,” “Henry” director Dau storytelling. Congrats to the Netanyahu to meet Obama The Oculus Team earlier said said. Oculus Story Studio team on during UN meeting sraeli Prime Minister’s Office underscored by the finalization of NASA denies it is changing Iconfirmed on Sunday that Benjamin our new 10-year Memorandum of Netanyahu will meet US President Barack Zodiacal signs Obama on the efuting claims that it is updating the “So, as Earth orbits the Sun, the Sun would sidelines of the UN Rastrological signs, NASA has said that it did appear to pass through each of the 12 parts of General Assembly not do it as the space agency studies astronomy the zodiac. Since the Babylonians already had in New York on not astrology. a 12-month calendar (based on the phases of Wednesday. “We did not change any Zodiac signs, we just the Moon), each month got a slice of the zodiac A statement released did the math. The Space Place (an educational all to itself,” Science Alert reported on Monday by Netanyahu’s page for kids run by citing the article in office said the two NASA) article was Space Place. are likely to discuss about how astrology But seeing as this “the challenges and is not astronomy, happened 3,000 years opportunities in the how it was a relic ago, things were a Middle East and of ancient history bit arbitrary, and for the way to promote and pointed out whatever reason, the peace and security together,” Xinhua Understanding with Israel, the single the science and Babylonians left a reported. largest pledge of military assistance math that did come constellation out of their White House Press Secretary Josh in US history,” he said. from observations zodiac -- Ophiuchus, Earnest said that the meeting will be “Additionally, the leaders are likely of the night sky,” the report said. an opportunity to discuss “the need to discuss continued implementation NASA spokesperson “Even then, some of for genuine advancement of a two- of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Dwayne Brown told the chosen 12 did not state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian Action and other regional security Gizmodo. fit neatly into their conflict in the face of deeply troubling issues,” Earnest added. Last week a news assigned slice of the pie trends on the ground”. Last Wednesday, the two allies signed spread that 86 per and slopped over into The meeting will allow “an a military aid agreement, which is cent of the people the next one,” Space opportunity to discuss the stalwart ties expected to give Israel as much as now have a different Place noted, adding, between the US and Israel, as recently $38 billion a year over 10 years. star sign as NASA had “To make a tidy match decided to update the astrological signs for the with their 12-month calendar, the Babylonians first time in 2,000 years. ignored the fact that the Sun actually moves Apple Inc. joins global In NASA’s educational page for children called through 13 constellations, not 12.” Space Place, the agency discussed how, some NASA said that due to a tiny wobble in the 3,000 years ago, the ancient Babylonians were Earth’s axis, the position of those constellations initiative, committed keen sky-watchers and thought that the changing has shifted. This means that those constellations positions of constellations throughout the year are no longer in the same spots today as they could be linked to certain behaviours or events were when the ancient Babylonians were to renewable energy on Earth. looking up. As a result of this, those sky-watchers invented But that has nothing to do with change of zodiac pple Inc. has joined a global for about half of the world’s the zodiac. signs. Arenewable energy initiative to electricity consumption, to extend its clean energy plan into the renewables will accelerate the manufacturing supply chain. transformation of the global renewable energy in 2015, it claims to represent over 1.5 billion kilowatt hours Lisa Jackson, vice president for energy market and aid the transition to a power its operations in the US, China per year of clean energy used in the environment, policy and social initiatives low carbon economy. and 21 other countries with 100 per manufacturing of Apple products by the with the company behind the iPhone About Apple’s membership, “we’re cent renewable energy now and pledges end of 2018. and iPad, announced joining RE100, happy to stand beside other companies to continue to invest in high-quality, With the iPhone as its current flagship a collaborative, global initiative of that are working toward the same effort,” clean energy projects to help it meet and product, Apple designs, develops and influential businesses committed to 100 said Jackson, adding “We’re excited to maintain its goal. sells consumer electronics, computer per cent renewable electricity, in her share the industry-leading work we’ve Jackson announced that Apple has software and online services, leaving remarks at Climate Week in New York been doing to drive renewable energy completed construction on its latest manufacturing operations, presumably City (NYC) late on Monday, Xinhua news into the manufacturing supply chain, and renewable energy project, a 50-megawatt the most energy-consuming part of agency reported. look forward to partnering with RE100 to solar farm in the state of Arizona, to power value creation, to its partners outside the Launched at Climate Week NYC 2014 advocate for clean-energy policies around its global command data centre in Mesa, United States. In mid-August, Apple said and now with 73 members, RE100 the world.” Arizona. Lens Technology, a Chinese company, believes that switching the private While the company powered 93 per cent On the work to help manufacturing promised to run its glass production for sector’s energy demand, which accounts of its operations around the world with partners make the same transition, Jackson Apple on entirely renewable energy by said Apple suppliers’ commitments will the end of 2018. Friday, Sep 23, 2016 www.namastenewsline.com 9 INDIA NEWS Sarod maestro Ministry of Tourism Observes UstadAmjad Ali Khan SwachhtaPakhwada From 16th-30th September, 2016 enthralls audience he Ministry achieve Swachh Office Tof Tourism environment. at ‘Namaste France is observing a c) An essay competition SwachhtaPakhwada on the topic of cleanliness from 16th to 30th will be organized on Festival’ September, 2016 24th September, 2016 arod maestro of ICCR Prof. Sunaina to create a general in English and 25th SUstadAmjad Ali Khan Singh, representatives of awareness of the September, 2016 in along with his sons Amaan the French Government, need for cleanliness Hindi. and Ayaan Ali Bangash Senators, Deputies, eminent in all walks of life. d) Considering the and Kathak exponent personalities among others. In connection with importance of 27th this Pakhwada, the September being the Ministry of Tourism World Tourism Day, decided to conduct the the Ministry of Tourism following activities;- will organize a “Run a) The officers and for SwachhParyatan” staff of the Ministry from Transport Bhawan of Tourism will officers and staff of the Ministry to India Gate with the undertake cleaning of ten pre- of Tourism will carry out cleaning participation of the public, students selected tourist sites in the afternoon in and around Transport Bhawan and faculty of the Institutes of during the Pakhwada. and C-1 Hutments and weeding Ministry of Tourism as well as the b) In addition to the cleaning, the out of old documents and files to officers and staff of the Ministry. Gulf Aviation Academy enters

KumudiniLakhia and her During the festival, 70 troupe, enthralled the crowd events representing India’s the Indian market with their performances at rich civilizational and he Gulf Aviation Academy on The GAA Chief Executive further ing increased profitability, low-cost the Namaste France cultural cultural heritage will be TFriday said it has entered the said that students also get access to carriers have placed heavy orders festival organized by the organised in various major Indian market through an agreement various training facilities around the for new aircraft, there are multitude Indian Embassy in Paris, cities of France including with domestic avia- of new airports com- in collaboration with the Paris, Strasbourg, Nice, tion training institute ing up and FDI flows Indian Council for Cultural Nantes, Marseilles, SpeedJet Aviation. into domestic airlines Relations (ICCR). Lyon, Aix-en-Provence, The Gulf Aviation have surged. All these The festival runs from Saint-Tropez, Tourcoing Academy (GAA) is factors combined will September 15 to November etc and in the French part of the Bahrain lead to a sharp spike 30 in France as per the overseas territories like Mumtalakat Hold- in demand for trained Indo-French joint statement Guadeloupe, Martinique, ing Company, the in- aviation personnel.” issued post French President St. Martin and the Reunion vestment arm for the GAA is a key compo- Francois Hollande visited Island. These events will Kingdom of Bahrain. nent of Bahrain’s avia- India as the Chief Guest showcase Indian culture According to GAA, tion sector and enjoys of the Republic Day in the fields of music, the new partnership a stronghold in the celebrations on January 26. dance, theatre, cinema, offers Indian students MENA (Middle East The festival was inaugurated art exhibitions, cuisine, a competitive advan- and North Africa) re- by Indian envoy to France, spirituality, yoga and tage in the aviation gion. Dr. Mohan Kumar, at the Ayurveda reflecting the industry that is at par As per GAA, the move La Villette in Paris and was Indian ethos that are deep with international is a first-of-its-kind attended by vice-president rooted in its traditions. norms. for the academy in “India being one of the largest and world through the academy’s global the Asian market to offer a compre- fastest growing air travel market affiliates and its training module hensive range of structured training provides great opportunities for in- which caters to requirements across programs for all aviation personnel India’s foreign dividuals to pursue a career in the APAC (Asia Pacific), Middle East including pilots, cabin crew, engi- aviation sector,” said Captain Dhaf- and Africa. neers and ground staff with training exchange reserves fer Al Abbasi, Cheif Executive of Captain Dharamraj Shukla, Direc- sessions in GAA’s training facility at GAA. tor of SpeedJet Aviation, said: “The Bahrain. “Our state-of-the-art course equip- aviation industry is on a high-growth The academy’s range of training up at $371 bn ment enables us to offer a compre- trajectory with India likely to be- programs include Pre-Pilot Program ndia’s foreign exchange reserves went up to $371.27 hensive and modern aviation training come the third-largest aviation mar- (12-15 months), Cabin Crew Pro- Ibillion as on September 9, the Reserve Bank of India infrastructure and set new standards ket by 2020.” gram, Ground Handling Program (RBI) announced. According to data released by the RBI, in aviation training.” “As of now, Indian airlines are report- and Type Rating Program. the reserves stood at $371.27 billion as on September 9, as against $367.76 billion as on Sep 2. On September 9, the foreign currency assets stood at $344.74 billion, gold at US to be partner country in Vibrant Gujarat summit 2017 he US has decided Washington DC and Tto become a New York during the partner country for road show and one- the upcoming Vibrant to-one meetings held Gujarat Global on September 14-16. Summit, which is Gujarat Resident slated to be held in C o m m i s s i o n e r January next year. Bharat Lal extended “During the visit the invitation to the of Vibrant Gujarat CEOs and the top delegation to the business leaders for State Department, the the Vibrant Gujarat $21.64 billion, special drawing rights at $1.49 billion and the United States decided summit to be held on reserve position in the International Monetary Fund (IMF) at to participate in the January 10-13, 2017. $2.39 billion. Vibrant Gujarat summit He underlined that The reserves as on September 2 comprised of foreign currency as a partner country,” a release said. it will be a great opportunity for the companies to assets at $342.23 billion, gold at $21.64 billion, special The visiting delegation had high-level engagements meet heads of state governments, ministers, senior drawing rights at $1.48 billion and the reserve position in the with senior officials of the US government and policy makers, heads of international institutions and International Monetary Fund (IMF) at $2.39 billion. Congress leaders, thinkers and business magnates in executives from corporates from around the world. 10 www.namastenewsline.com Friday, Sep 23, 2016 NEWS GLIMPSES FROM TIFF 2016 RED CARPET Friday, Sep 23, 2016 www.namastenewsline.com 11

Lessons From A Teacher When you’re a to in your school. No one the worksheet, I was busy student, you learn basic often thinks what happens doodling on the back. She skills that you will need when they aren’t around then called me over, as we throughout your life. How anymore. looked at my mark. Having to communicate your Recently, two taught me the previous year ideas to a group of people, teachers who have been as well, she mentioned that cooperation etc. All of important figures in my I wasn’t doing that good. these can be taught through education are no longer Rather than presenting many different platforms around. One retired early this as a “you wasted your but more often than not, it’s June and the other sadly whole year and this is what the teacher who makes all passed away this July. Both will happen if you don’t the difference. of these women were strong work really hard the next The ones that teachers in their field, couple weeks”, she looked inspire you to achieve your encouraging their students at me and said “I know that dreams, encourage you to and always noticing you’re smart, and you know step out of your comfort potential in each student. it too. Use that potential zone and comfort you if it No longer being able to that you have to really push doesn’t work out. Almost turn to either teacher for yourself, I know that you everyone can name a teacher academic guidance will be can do this.” who has influenced their life a tough challenge, but what That was possibly somehow, whether it was I have from my time in their one of the only times a because they discovered a classes will be motivation teacher has ever told me to passion through that class to keep advancing my use my potential. Though I or they found a trait in that education. still didn’t get a good mark teacher that they saw in One moment in in that class, she still said themselves and decided to specific that will always “you have potential, don’t incorporate that aspect into stand out for me was one waste it”. I could never their life. day in math class. It was thank her enough for her I feel lucky that close to our exams and my I can say I’ve had a few math teacher at the time, ...Continued on Page 16 teachers like that. Ones that she was calling over each have helped me discover student to discuss their something that I wouldn’t marks going into the exam. have otherwise understood She always had a habit or ones that have inspired of doing this, discussing me to become a better things with her students. person. It’s easy when you She liked letting us know have those teachers around what was happening in our for moral guidance, they’re courses. 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Last negotiations, British trade. year, India rejected the US annual Prime Minister Theresa “I continue to believe that a report on intellectual property May has declared that bilateral investment treaty rights and patents, describing it as “the 27 will sign up between the two countries a “unilateral” action “inconsistent” to a deal with us”, the will help boost investor with global trading rules. media reported. confidence and establish Verma described India as a country May said other nations effective dispute resolution so that companies and with great potential that is expected would accept an to become the world’s third-largest agreement with Britain investors searching for destination can put their to certainly have one with India,” he economy by 2030. after the Slovakian said. “We look forward to reforms Prime minister said four central European countries money,” US Ambassador to India Richard Verma said at an Indo-US Noting that India and the US are in bankruptcy, establishment of were willing to block talks unless their citizens retained targeting to raise bilateral trade to commercial courts for settling their right to work in the UK, the Guardian reported. Economic Summit here organised by the Indo-American Chamber of $500 billion, Verma said that unless contractual disputes, and liberalisation Robert Fico last week said Slovakia, Poland, the Czech there is a push for innovation in India, of FDI. By 2030, India will lead the Republic and Hungary would be “uncompromising” Commerce. “I feel they want to know if there is it will take years to reach this target. world in every category,” he said. during talks and were ready to veto arrangements “unless “We would have to use the latest “There are no doubts about the pace, we feel a guarantee that these people are equal”. a treaty or a system in place where they can resolve disputes and protect technology and innovation both at intensity and scope of Indo-US However, May rejected such warnings when asked the level of the government and the relations. Between August 29 and whether it would really be possible to secure the their investments. And we don’t have that with India. 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Accepting Oscars next year Oscars. The winner nominated at the 68th annual Emmy the award, Tambor encouraged the -- if its victory at at TIFF has gone Primetime Awards ceremony, which saw industry to offer more opportunities to the the 2016 Toronto on to do well at the Bollywood star Priyanka Chopra making community. International Film Academy Awards. a ravishing debut as a presenter. “I would not be unhappy were I the last Festival (TIFF) is Last year, Lenny Priyanka, who has found popularity in cisgender male to play a transgender anything to go by. A b r a h a m s o n ’ s the US with TV show “Quantico”, looked female on television. We have work to After winning the “Room” took home scintillating in a scarlet gown as she took do,” he said. Grolsch People’s the prize and the to the red carpet and then the Emmys Dame Maggie Smith won Outstanding Choice Award on Sunday at TIFF, the lead star, Brie Larson, was named as Best stage. In her Jason Wu one-shoulder gown Supporting Actress in a Drama Series for musical, starring Ryan Gosling and Actress. Other previous winners in the that hugged her silhouette, the former her role in “Downton Abbey”. Emma Stone, is tipped to win at the 2017 category were “The Imitation Game”, Academy Awards, reports aceshowbiz. “12 Years A Slave” and “Slumdog com. Millionaire”. “To make this movie was a dream come “La La Land” follows a romantic true, and to see it connect with Toronto relationship between a dedicated jazz audiences in this way is deeply gratifying. musician named Sebastian (Gosling) and I wanted this film to speak in a way an aspiring actress named Mia (Stone) that even the most far-fetched dreams who are struggling to make ends meet in can guide us, and everything about this Los Angeles. moment feels surreal,” Chazelle said in a They cross paths and embark on a romantic statement. relationship while exploring the joy and According to the publication, The pain of pursuing their dreams. Tom Cruise to return with Miss World oozed oomph as she blew Smith was not there in person to accept kisses, pouted, twirled and smiled away the award, so host Jimmy Kimmel joked: ‘Mission: Impossible 6’ at the shutterbugs. She even gestured a “We’re not mailing this to her. Maggie, ctor Tom Cruise is set to return ‘namaste’. if you want this, it will be in the lost and Ato the film “Mission: Impossible She shared the stage with actor Tom found.” 6”, following reports of dispute over Hiddleston to give away the Outstanding Rami Malek won Outstanding Lead the deal-making that halted pre- Directing for a Limited Series, Movie, or Actor in a Drama Series for his role in production earlier this year. Dramatic Special award to “The Night “Mr Robot”, while Tatiana Maslany from The 54-year-old will be sealing Manager director” Susanne Bier. “Orphan Black” won Outstanding Leading the deal with production house Other big winners of the night included Actress. Paramount Pictures to reprise his “The People v. O. J. Simpson: American “Master of None” scored its first Emmy role as Ethan Hunt in the action Crime Story”. The show won five trophies award, winning Outstanding Writing for a thriller, reports hollywoodreporter. including Outstanding Limited Series plus Comedy Series. The show’s co-writer Alan com. acting gongs for Sarah Paulson, Sterling Yang called for better Asian representation The pre-production was reportedly K. Brown and Courtney B. Vance. on screen in his acceptance speech. halted last month due to an alleged “Veep” won the Outstanding Comedy Elsewhere, “The Voice” took home the dispute between Cruise and the Impossible Rogue Nation”, is once again Series award for the second year in a row, award for Outstanding Reality Competition studio over his salary. on board to direct the sixth “Mission: while its star Julia Louis-Dreyfus won Series, beating “Project Runway” and Previously, the project, which was Impossible” film and help with the script. Outstanding Lead Comedy Actress for the “Dancing With The Stars”. originally planned to kick off production Actress Rebecca Ferguson is set to reprise fifth time. “Sherlock” was named Best Made for in November, was delayed due to script her role as Ilsa Faust. In her acceptance speech, Louis-Dreyfus TV Movie for its special episode “The issues. Cruise has other projects in development, said: “Our show started out as political Abominable Bride”. Susanne Bier, the Now the production is expected to begin including “Top Gun 2” and “Luna Park”. satire but now feels like a sobering Danish director of the spy thriller “The in January next year. He will also feature in “Jack Reacher: documentary.” She dedicated her award Night Manager”, won for Best Directing Christopher McQuarrie, who provided Never Go Back”, which is set to release to her father, who recently died. in a Limited Series. the screenplay of and helmed “Mission: in October. Tony Hale, who plays the president’s Last weekend, “Game of Thrones” personal aide Gary Walsh in “Veep”, dominated the Creative Emmy Awards, triumphed in the Outstanding Supporting picking up nine prizes for technical Victoria Beckham uses Actor category. achievement. coconut oil for smooth skin “Number one I would say coconut oil. Cyrus, Hemsworth writing So I use coconut oil - the kind of oil that you would cook with - I use it all over my body as well because it’s really, really moisturising, so I would say coconut oil romantic play together and always taking off your make-up before inger Miley Cyrus you go to bed,” she said. Sand her fiance and The former Spice Girls star also shared her actor Liam Hemsworth love for fashion and said that make-up was are reportedly writing instilled in her as a child when she used to a “dramatic love watch her mother Jackie get ready. story” in the form of a “I’ve been interested in beauty and make-up play together. for as long as I can remember. I remember “Miley is always when I was really young and I was going writing, drawing and to school and my mum would get out her making music. The lipstick from her bag and put a little bit of couple have been inger-turned-designer Victoria her lip on my cheek and she’d tell me that I writing a play together SBeckham has revealed that she relies looked a bit peaky and try to liven me up a and it’s a dramatic love on the humble coconut oil to keep her skin little bit, if you like. story,” usmagazine. smooth. “I’ve always loved make-up, I’m very, very com quoted a source Instead of using expensive cosmetic girly, I used to sit and watch my mum get as saying. The “Wrecking Ball” hitmaker and the products, the 42-year-old says coconut oil ready, my mum is very glamorous and I “Liam helps out. They’re so creative. “Hunger Games” actor “do not want is better than anything on the market for remember sitting on her bed and watching Miley has been trying to keep everything gifts” from their guests at their wedding, moisturising one’s body, reports femalefirst. her apply her make-up, get dressed and do a secret. There are very few people who which will reportedly be held in Australia co.uk. Sharing beauty tips in an interview her hair... I like to make the best of what are involved in the planning and all of this fall. for a TV show, Beckham shared that it is I have, I’m not a supermodel, clearly, I’m her closest friends have been sworn to “They’re going to ask all of their guests to important to eat a “balanced diet packed not a make-up artist, I’m a real woman,” secrecy,” added the source while talking donate to a charity of their choosing,” the with good fats such as avocado, nuts and Beckham said. about the couple’s wedding plans. source shared. lots of oily fish”. Friday, Sep 23, 2016 www.namastenewsline.com 15 REEL SPIN Priyanka Chopra teases fans about Kangana unveils ‘Tutak her next international project Tutak Tutiya’ title track fter making her debut on the red ctress Kangana with Prabhudeva Acarpet of 68th annual Emmy ARanaut on and Tamannaah Primetime Awards ceremony this Monday unveiled the Bhatia in lead. year, Indian actress Priyanka Chopra title track of the film The first-time has teased her fans and followers “Tutak Tutak Tutiya” producer says about her next international project, that features Sonu production is a very saying ‘keep guessing’. Sood, Prabhudheva daunting task. and Tamannaah. “Production is a The actress laid out a fashionable “This is an unusual very difficult job... statement at the ceremony, which day for me I am here we are answerable was held here on Sunday night, today for my friends. I to 400 to 500 people dipped in the hues of red. And post felt happy when Sonu till its released. Its the ceremony, she took to Twitter called me. Its such a pretty tough job. to talk about her next ‘surprise’ for a great opportunity. When I finished her fans, which started a guessing I have never had an engineering and game. opportunity to work wanted to be The actress posted: “The thrill of with Prabhu but at an actor, I told the unchartered and the new... that’s least through this my father I will what drives me. So, what’s next? event we will click definitely make a #KeepGuessing #TasteLifeInStyle”. pictures together and production house in Meanwhile, the actress is busy also probably work together in a film his name today I have opened it in his shooting for the second season of in the future,” she told reporters during name Shakti Sagar production.. this is American TV show “Quantico”, the unveiling. the most special phase of my life,” said which will air in India on Star World Directed by Vijay, “Tutak Tutak Sonu. The film is slated to release on Tutiya”, is Sonu’s home production October 7. and Star World HD from September 26. Riteish Deshmukh turns Shahid Kapoor, Mira Rajput photographer on the sets of Banjo! has a good knowledge of name daughter Misha lighting. He was spotted ctor Shahid Kapoor and interacting with the pho- Ahis wife Mira Rajput have tographer trying to under- named their newborn daughter stand the nuances of pho- Misha. Clearly, it’s an amalgam tography as he likes to keep of their names. himself updated about the Shahid, who welcomed his first latest technology related bundle of joy with Mira here to camera and lens,” the last month, took to Twitter on source adds. Monday to share the name of Riteish confirms, “Banjo with friends and well-wishers. has been shot at real loca- “Misha Kapoor makes it iteish Deshmukh loves photogra- tions and one such location impossible for daddy to go Rphy and the talented actor has a was the koliwada (Fisherman’s vil- anywhere. Obsessed daddy penchant for clicking pictures. lage) where we were shooting for a life,” Shahid tweeted. last year. They reportedly met due to their Interestingly, while shooting for his month. I have always been fascinated Shahid and Mira, who have a 12-year age connect with the religious group Radha upcoming movie, Banjo, the actor met with photography right from my col- gap, tied the knot in New Delhi on July 7 Soami Satsang Beas. a professional photographer on the lege (architecture) days but never paid sets of the musical drama to capture too much attention to the technical as- stills. So intrigued was the actor that pects. The Koliwada served as the per- ‘Pink’ getting incredible attention, he decided to learn photography pro- fect landscape and couldn’t have been fessionally. a better time to sharpen my skills. The A source says, “During breaks, Riteish crew and Nargis were extremely sup- immense praise: Big B would spend time with the profes- portive and even modelled for me on a Andrea Tariang, Angad sional photographer, Vijay on the sets couple of occasions,” he adds. Bedi, Piyush Mishra and as he is very passionate about photog- Banjo produced by Eros International Dhritiman Chatterjee. raphy and wanted to learn about it in and directed by Ravi Jadhav starring Various Bollywood depth.” Riteish Deshmukh and Nargis Fakhri, celebrities like Varun “Riteish is an avid photographer and Banjo releases on 23rd September. Dhawan, Divya Dutta, Riteish Deshmukh and Genelia Deshmukh have Playing Dhoni special for me: Sushant praised the film on the micro- blogging site. ctor Sushant Here’s what they have ASingh Rajput, who written: portrays Indian ODI Varun Dhawan: Absolutely captain Mahendra Singh loved ‘Pink’. Loved Dhoni in his upcoming everything about it. The biopic “M.S. Dhoni: performances are top notch. The Untold Story”, says Amitabh Bachchan is just playing the cricketer wow. Still can’t get over was special for him. Dhoni has joined egastar Amitabh Bachchan says ‘Pink’. Aniruddha has made such a fine and noble film. Sushant for Kingfisher Mhis latest film “Pink”, a courtroom Premium’s “Original drama, is getting incredible attention and Divya Dutta: I could only get up with the rest of then for a standing ovation. Social Network” immense praise. campaign. The two are Speechless! Thank you Shoojit Sircar! The commercial celebrates success, “Pink”, co-produced by Shoojit Sircar and seen together in a TV commercial for Qudos to you and your team. And Amitabh friendship and the real spirit of “good directed by Aniruddha Roy Chowdhury, is the same. 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Chapter I Charmed Childhood Letters to my Grand-daughter Preface A year ago I was chatting online with my Singapore-based nephew reign of King George VI that India miles (550 km) south of Bombay. The name Nallamangudi has Raju Chellam and he repeated his earlier suggestion that I should gained Independence, as well as In 1518, the Bahmani Sultanate amythical association. Lord Rama write my autobiography for the benefit of my descendants. He said was split into two countries. split into five splinter states and Sita reportedly started their later generations should get a “look and feel” of my life and times, The Viceroy of India in 1936 known as the Deccan Sultanates, period of exile - called vanavasam right from my early childhood. Raju has been a career journalist for was Lord Freeman-Thomas one of which was Bijapur. It was - from a village called Nannilam, about 25 years now and insisted that I begin work on the project as Willingdon. He was a liberal ruled by the kings of the Adil which in Tamil means good land soon as possible. Writing comes naturally to him, but is an effort for politician and is credited Shahi dynasty. (nalla ilam). Sita spotted a deer me. Raju also offered to edit and tighten the language and structure with helping India build an Bijapur owes its greatness to and asked Lord Rama to catch of the raw material if I could type it on Microsoft Word and email airfield, a hospital, and a major Yusuf Adil Shah, the founder of the deer (nalla maan pidi) at a site the text to him. irrigation project, among others. the State of Bijapur. The Shah’s that was about half a kilometer When my daughter Megha told me that she was planning to start Incidentally, the now ubiquitous dynasty rule ended in 1686, south of Nannilam. So this village a new magazine in Canada and would consider running my AIR (All India Radio) began when Bijapur was conquered by began to be called Nallamangudi. autobiography, it was an added incentive for me to start work on operations from June 8, 1936. Emperor Aurangzeb. In 1818 it Anyway, Nallamangudi was this project. Getting back to my birth, how was annexed by the British East invaded by another ruler in the mid So here I am. Who would be my target audience? Not the generation did they get my date of birth India Company and was assigned 1700 or so and most of the villagers that followed me, but one generation after that. That’s because this wrong? When I was old enough to the princely State of Satara. – including my father’s ancestors generation - now labeled the Millennium Generation to be enrolled in primary school, In 1848 Satara was made part - fled to Travancore- Cochin, - would have no idea of the way most people lived about 80 years someone pronounced the date of the Bombay Presidency. The which was then a princely state. ago. So this autobio-graphy is my personal gift to my grand- in Marathi as athra (18) August British carved a new district called The ruler of Travancore- Cochin daughter, Tyisha, who also lives in Canada. I am keeping Tyisha as instead of akra (11) August. Kaladagi, which included Bijapur gave shelter to the refugees. The my reader and appraiser. That’s why my date of birth and Bagalkot districts. Bijapur villagers settled down for good in was wrongly recorded at the became the administrative HQ in the new land and both Anna and t has been recorded that I was 1911. The 1911 Durbar was the Panchmitra Marathi School when 1885. After 1947, Bijapur became Akka were born in the princely Iborn in the city of Bijapur in only one attended by the British I was admitted as a student in part of Bombay State, and was state of Travancore-Cochin. British India on August 18, 1936. Sovereign, King George V. 1941. And the wrong date stuck made part of Mysore State (later Anna was born sometime in the My actual date of birth however Upon his death, his son Edward for life. Karnataka) in 1956. year 1889 and Akka was born in was on Tuesday, August 11, 1936. VIII became Emperor of India on My father was an Overseer in the My father was also known as 1900. Both their families lived in I was the youngest of a dozen January 20, 1936. A few months PWD (Public Works Department) Anna (elder brother) as he was a place known as Parai Matham in surviving siblings born to my later, he caused a constitutional at the Archeological Department the eldest son of the family. And the village Vaikom in what is now parents Ramnath and Balambal crisis when he announced he of Her Majesty’s British my mother was called Akka the state of Kerala. Sharma. In the 1930s, the Emperor would marry an American Government. Since Bijapur, at (elder sister) as she was the eldest To be Continued... of the British Empire was King divorcee Wallis Simpson. Edward the southern tip of Maharashtra daughter of the family; the first George V, called Pancham (fifth) VIII’s reign lasted until December bordering Karnataka was a was a boy, born a year earlier and George by the Indians. King 11, 1936, one of the shortest in historical place, there were a lot named Shivarama. George V was Emperor of India British history. He was never of historical monuments such as I heard an interesting anecdote way back from May 6, 1910 until crowned. Golgumbus, Barakamaan, Upli about my forefathers. About eight his death in 1936. He was the only That responsibility fell on King Buruz, Muluk Maidan, and others ancestors prior to the birth of my Emperor of India to be present George V’s second son, George that needed to be maintained and father, the head of the family was at his own Delhi Durbar. This VI. He had a stutter and stammer preserved for their historical, forced to flee from the village grand coronation ceremony – also that was made famous in the 2010 architectural and cultural value. of Nallamangudi in the Tanjore called the Imperial Durbar - was Oscar winning movie, The King’s Bijapur is a district HQ in the state District of what is now known as held thrice, in 1877, 1903, and Speech. It was during the long of Karnataka and is about 340 Tamil Nadu state. 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It’s what the would have. careers, carried such passion students take away from all Teachers have and loved welcoming new those lessons that make all Friday, Sep 23, 2016 www.namastenewsline.com 17 HEALTH Being bilingual may Eating food off the enhance cognition floor is very unsafe ondon: Being bilingual can be monolingual speakers. he popular notion of the Lbeneficial as it enhances the ability The important measure was the time T‘five-second rule’ is that to maintain attention and focus and it took participants to respond to the food dropped on the floor, also improve other cognitive abilities, stimuli presented in the tests on a but picked up quickly, is safe a study has found. to eat because bacteria need While some evidence time to transfer,” said Donald has suggested that Schaffner, Professor at the bilinguals have Rutgers University at New developed enhanced Jersey, in the US. inhibitory control “We decided to look into this abilities -- the ability because the practice is so to suppress or tune widespread. 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This is the 88th time the No.1 club till 2022. “Congratulations to Angelique on this ranking has changed hands over the past four He joined Tottenham from remarkable accomplishment of MK Dons in February 2015 becoming the WTA World No.1,” and went on to score 10 said Women’s Tennis Association goals to help Tottenham to (WTA) CEO Steve Simon according a highest-ever third in the to wtatennis.com on Thursday. 2015-16 English Premier “It is extremely difficult to reach League. the pinnacle of our sport, and Tottenham, playing for England it’s The 20-year-old was then selected Angelique has demonstrated been a crazy year for me and there for the summer’s European amazing work ethic in the past year. are so many people I have to thank.” Championship and started three of Her outstanding results reflect this, This season he has played in all five the four matches in France. and she truly deserves to be the of Tottenham’s EPL matches and “I’m happy to be at this club and I new WTA World No.1.” scored once, in a 4-0 win at Stoke can’t thank the manager and all the The 28-year-old becomes only the earlier this month. staff enough for everything they’ve second German woman to achieve “I have to keep trying to improve. I done for me, and the fans, they’ve this historic milestone since computer rankings decades. can’t get carried away, I have to keep been right behind me since I signed. were introduced in 1975, and the first since This accomplishment is the latest in what trying to make each year better than Hopefully there are a lot of good Steffi Graf spent the last of her record 377 has been a breakout year for the German, the last. This will be a tough year times to come,” Alli told Tottenham’s weeks at No.1 in March 1997. who began the season by defeating Serena to top but hopefully I can do it,” he website. She is also the oldest player to make her debut Williams to win her maiden Grand Slam title said. He made his debut just over a year at No.1, a record previously held by Jennifer at the Australian Open, and followed up by “I’ve tried to grow up. I’ve got great ago against Sunderland, and added: Capriati, who was 25 years, 200 days when she advancing to the Wimbledon final, capturing a people around me to help keep my “I remember that game, I didn’t reached No.1 in October 2001. silver medal in singles at the Rio Olympicsand feet on the ground and I’ll keep expect to play as quickly as I did and Kerber’s rise to No.1 brings to an end the reign reaching the final at the ongoing US Open. working hard on my football and make an impact in the team. of Serena Williams, whose sixth stint in the Kerber will be presented with the WTA World keep trying to improve.” “It’s happened so quickly, starting at top spot began more than three years ago, on No.1 Trophy at the US Open. Lights, colours and music Ontario Athletes Shine at wrap up Rio Paralympics Paralympic Games in Rio he closing ceremony of Rio musicians Daniel Santiago, Pedro Province’s Athletes Help Team Canada Exceed Medal Goal Paralympic Games 2016 Martins and Mestrinho, marked the T inistry of Tourism, Culture and Sport Toronto 2015 Parapan American Games, where turned into a feast of light, colour transition from Rio to Tokyo 2020. Ontario is celebrating the outstanding she won a silver medal. and music in the M performance of our athletes at the XV London’s Curtis Thom, who earned a bronze Maracana stadium Paralympic Summer Games in Rio de Janeiro, medal as part of the 4x400m Relay. with the theme Brazil, who helped Team Canada exceed its Ontario supports its athletes year-round with “Biodiversity: Our medal goal. direct financial assistance through programs Inspiration”. This year, 49 Ontario athletes were part of likeQuest for Gold. The 49 Ontario athletes The ceremony the Canadian team that competed in 19 of 23 on Team Canada’s 162 member contingent began here on sports. Ontario Olympians contributed to four included 45 who received funding from the Sunday with a of Team Canada’s total 29 medals, helping province’s Quest for Gold program, which dance by a group Canada finish 14th in overall medal standings. provides over $6 million annually in direct of 16 wheelchair This exceeds Team Canada’s overall goal of a athlete assistance. users and an epic top-16 finish, as the team builds for the Tokyo Last summer’s TORONTO 2015 Pan Am/ guitar duet by 2020 Games. Parapan Am Games were an important Andreas Kisser The Ontario athletes who won top honours for springboard for many of the Team Canada of Brazilian Team Canada include: athletes competing in Rio. Athletes gained heavy metal band Sudbury’s Curtis Halladay, St. Catharines’s unique experience and achieved a top-two Sepultura and an Kristen Kit, Toronto’s Victoria Nolan and finish for Canada and a record medal count in armless guitarist, reports Efe. The anthem of Japan was played, Ottawa’s Andrew Todd, from the bronze- those games, with Ontario athletes contributing After a speech by the President of the and then Tokyo governor Yoriko winning LTA Mixed Coxed Four Rowing to close to half. As well, 25 new or renovated International Paralympic Committee Koike received the flag, followed team. Caledon Swimmer Tess Routliffe, who sports facilities -- such as the Mattamy National (IPC) Philip Craven, singer Saulo by performances of several dancers, won silver in the 200-metre Individual Medley. Cycling Centre in Milton, the Toronto Pan Lucas, who suffers from autism, sang some in wheelchairs. Routliffe also won four gold medals at the Am Sports Centre and the York University the Brazilian national anthem. After the show, Carlos Arthur TORONTO 2015 Parapan Am Games. Stadium -- are long-lasting legacies of the Later, unlike at the opening ceremony, Nuzman, president of the Rio 2016 Toronto’s Shelly Gautier, who earned a bronze 2015 Games, serving the local community and a parade of one athlete from each of Organising Committee for the medal in the Time Trial T1-2 road cycling providing important training facilities for high- the 160 participating countries in Olympic and Paralympic Games event. Gautier was also a torch bearer for the performance athletes. the Rio Paralympics, brought their delivered an official speech, saying national flags out. the Paralympic Games have been The US track and field athlete Tatyana spectacular. McFadden and Syrian swimmer IPC President Craven said that Brazil, Frankfurt extend contract with Ibrahim Al-Hussein were announced as a country and the people of Rio as winners of the Whang Youn Dai de Janeiro, in recognition of their Achievement Award. Since 1988 this outstanding support, will be awarded defender Russ award is given at every Paralympic the Paralympic Order, the highest intracht Frankfurt has extended the Games to one male and one female honour the body can bestow. 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