THE US TIMES World’s Largest Fiji Newspaper Out Of Republic of Fiji June 2019 Monthly Publication - Subscription Available Pages 52 Volume: 180 UN CHIEF VISIT TO FIJI HIGHLY SUCCESSFUL A-League: claims US Fiji Times looks back at the first ever visit to the top Wellington Phoenix award Republic of Fiji by the United Nations Secretary-Gen- eral (UNSG), His Excellency António Guterres Photos (Fijian Government)

Wellington Phoenix striker Roy Krish- erato Cacace. Williams, who is also off na has claimed the top prize at the contract, was recognised for scoring club’s end-of-season awards. In total, a hat-trick against the Newcastle Jets Krishna won three awards, including and his third in that game was voted the Player of the Year, Players’ Play- Goal of the Season. Rufer won two tro- er of the Year and the club’s ‘Golden phies, claiming the inaugural Bandage Boot’ award for scoring 18 goals last Award and Lloyd Morrison Award. season. Krishna was also recognised Former player selects for scoring his first career hat-trick the Bandage Award winner, which against Melbourne City. is awarded to the player showing the The 31-year-old was instrumental in most fight, resilience and determina- leading the Phoenix to the playoffs for tion throughout the season. the first time since 2014. The Fijian- The Lloyd Morrison Trophy goes born star is off contract and hasn’t to someone who epitomises what it signed a new deal with the club yet, means to play for the club. Phoenix but Krishna told Newshub he was striker Roy Krishna celebrates scoring “very close” to making an announce- for Wellington. Phoenix striker Roy ment. Krishna celebrates scoring for Wel- Other award winners for the Phoenix lington. Wellington Phoenix striker See Page 8 included striker David Williams, mid- Roy Krishna has claimed the top prize fielder Alex Rufer and defender Lib- at the club’s end-of-season awards. Rocky Lal defies statistical Odds in Golf Congratulations to Rocky for achieving what we all try to do it once in our LifeTime.

Rocky Lal of Viti Golf Club and a member of the USA Can Am Fiji Cup Team, achieved a rare two Hole in Ones within 9 days of each other. Playing at Rustic Canyon in Moorpark Ca on May 2nd got his first Hole in One on the 17th hole from the Blue tees with a 8 iron from 155 yards. Then on Saturday 11th of May he pulled of a odds defying Statistical impossible by doing it again at The Club at La Quinta in Palm Spring from 158 yards with an 8 iron again. On both occasions he played a Titleist Prov 1x. Rocky being one of the top Fijian American Golf Players in North America will be buying drinks for all his buddies. His shout and laughter (we all are familiar with) after the Hole in One in Palm Spring caused a seismic ramble which was recorded by the US Geological Service Pasadena California.

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Read Online : facebook.com/usfijitimes THE US THE FIJI US FIJITIMES TIMES October June 2019 - 2018 Vol. 180 Vol. 171 THE US FIJI TIMES 3 Eid Celebration The Meaning and Significance of Eid al-Fitr More than one billion Mus- become a better person. How- lims across the globe will soon ever, what also makes Rama- celebrate a holiday called Eid dan special is that it is only one al-Fitr. Eid al-Fitr, means the month. Had it been more than “Holiday of Breaking the Fast.” that it would lose its uniqueness. It is one of the major holidays of It is a short, but high intensity, the Islamic faith. This holiday month of changing your life. spans over three day with the Because Ramadan is a month first day marking the end of the of refraining from eating and month of Ramadan. The month drinking during the daylight of Ramadan Muslims refrain hours, Eid is about celebrat- from eating, drinking, and in- ing the hard work. During Eid, timacy with their spouses from Muslims are prohibited from sunrise to sunset. In the evening, fasting and therefore must eat they gather in the mosque to and drink. Each culture through- perform a special congregation- out the world has different Eid al prayer called Tarāwīḥ. Addi- traditions, but all of them begin tionally, many Muslims spend with the morning Eid prayers in most of the month of Ramadan the mosque. These prayers are in sincere devotion, praying in usually very large and some- the middle of the night, giving times take place in a larger set- charity, and performing good ting such as a park or stadium deeds. One might imagine that to accommodate all the people. Muslims are relieved that Ra- Toward the end of Ramadan madan is over. However, for Muslims give a small amount of many, as Ramadan comes to an money in charity, approximately ing represents spiritual renewal. ing and family gatherings. Many on the day of Eid there were end they feel a sense of sadness. $10 a person, and this goes to The person leaves Ramadan, a mosques in America give toys people playing in the mosque Ramadan is a time when they the less fortunate. It is meant month of self-discipline, in a to all the children who attend and entertaining others. She draw near to God, better them- to allow those families who more beautified spiritual state. the prayers. Different Muslim sat with the Prophet with her selves, and feel a close intimacy are struggling to also celebrate Food is an important part of Eid. cultures have their own special cheek against his. Therefore, to God that cannot be explained. Eid, buy new clothes, or gifts for Eating takes the place of fast- Eid sweets. The day is usually Muslims also celebrate Eid by It must be experienced. Rama- their children. As Muslims cel- ing just as ease in the next life marked by visiting relatives and entertaining themselves. They dan is not only about refraining ebrate, they must never forget will take place of challenges in friends to celebrate together, might choose to go on a fam- from food and drink, but it is the less fortunate. This charity this world. The Qurʾān notes share the happiness, and spread ily trip, to a theme park, watch also about abstaining from evil is meant to lessen the burden that in the hereafter, believers harmony. When it was Eid, the a movie, or go out for dinner. thoughts, words, and actions. of the underprivileged, those will be told: “Eat and drink with Prophet Muhammad peace be For Muslims, it is important to What makes Ramadan special who have nothing to celebrate. happiness because of what you upon him, would take one road have this time with family so is that these acts of devotion are Although Eid is meant to be a used to do” (Qurʾān 52: 20). to the mosque and a different that they may celebrate one of done collectively. Everyone is time of joy and celebration, one Meaning, the reward of fasting road on his way back. He did the most important holidays of fasting, praying, and trying to cannot divorce themselves from is that one will enjoy never end- this in order to great as many the year. Several school districts get rid of their bad habits. It cre- the misery of others. Muslims ing buffets and luxurious meals people as possible and spread across the country have recog- ates an atmosphere where one dress up, wearing their best and in the hereafter. After the prayer, peace and happiness. Aisha, nized Eid as an official school is encouraged and supported to finest clothes. The new cloth- most Muslims focus on gift giv- the Prophet’s wife, noted that holiday. Muslims break fast at Fiji center at San Francisco

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THE US FIJI TIMES June 2019 Vol. 180 THE US FIJI TIMES June 2019 Vol. 180 GO FIJI GO 6 THE US FIJI TIMES Sports News USFT CONGRATULATES ROY KRISHNA US Fiji Times CEO/Publish- Phoenix striker was awarded er Rocky Ali Buksh believes the Johnny Warren Medal for that Roy Krishna’s high end the competition’s player of the achievements as officially the 2018/19 season. Roy also added A-League’s best player, has the Nike Golden Boot Award certainly elevated the status of to his collection for being the Fijian soccer players to greater top goal scorer for the Hyun- heights than ever before. “We dai A-League 2018/19 season have had victories by the Fiji na- with 18 goals. Rocky said that tional Team over rivals Austra- if our youths are developed well lia and other major opponents, through their early stages of the but this individual achievement game, they would definitely be by a humble ad from Babasiga able to also accomplish such is just beyond anyone’s com- high achievements for our coun- prehension. The Wellington try Fiji in the future. Roy Krishna will help inspire Fiji’s future Soccer Generation-Goundar Top Fiji footballer and La- in the future and that he has the pathway for them and just basa born Roy Krishna’s 2019 personally established a high- like Roy Krishna, they will defi- football achievements will ly positive precedence which nitely do well as they progress without doubt be an inspiring many young Fijian in Fiji and because part of their upbring- factor to our future footballers in the USA in particular would ing is based on humbleness and especially in the Oceania region want to emulate”. Mr Goundar respect and those are charac- says US All Star team Direc- added that for an Island Nation ters which Roy upholds dearly” tor Vineshwar Goundar. Mr like Fiji,there were a lot of tal- US Fiji Times CEO/Publisher Goundar believes that there ent available from within the Rocky Ali Buksh is further are an abundance of talent hid- various Soccer Districts like hopeful that with Roy Krishna’s den amongst Fijians all over the Ba, , ,Sigatoka, success stories, more doors of world who love Soccer. “What and more-so from Roy’s opportunity will be open to en- Roy has created is an eye opener district in . “Agents or able our budding Soccer youth to all aspiring footballers who Scouts You just need to believe in Fiji and the around the world Roy Krishna”. Roy Krishna for the Phoenix this season. may want to pursue the sport in our Island Boys and prepare to follow in the footprints of scored a career-best 19 goals USFT CONGRATULATES ROY KRISHNA US Fiji Times CEO/Publish- er Rocky Ali Buksh believes that Roy Krishna’s high end achievements as officially the A-League’s best player, has certainly elevated the status of Fijian soccer players to greater heights than ever before. “We have had victories by the Fiji na- tional Team over rivals Austra- lia and other major opponents, but this individual achievement by a humble ad from Babasiga is just beyond anyone’s com- prehension. The Wellington Phoenix striker was awarded the Johnny Warren Medal for the competition’s player of the 2018/19 season. Roy also added the Nike Golden Boot Award to his collection for being the top goal scorer for the Hyun- dai A-League 2018/19 season with 18 goals. Rocky said that if our youths are developed well through their early stages of the game, they would definitely be able to also accomplish such high achievements for our coun- try Fiji in the future. THE US FIJI TIMES June 2019 Vol. 180 THE US FIJI TIMES 7 Sports News MEET THE HUMBLE BABASIGA BOY WHO MADE IT TO THE VERY TOP OF REGIONAL SOCCER FOR FIJI Roy Krishna (born 30 Au- World Cup and also became gust 1987) is a Fijian profes- the first Fijian player to score sional footballer who currently at the finals of a FIFA tourna- plays as a striker for Wellington ment. Wellington Phoenix On Phoenix in the A-League and 7 January 2014, Krishna signed is captain of the Fiji national with the A-League’s Welling- team. Krishna joined the New ton Phoenix until the end of the Zealand Football Championship 2013–14 season as an injury (NZFC) side replacement for , scor- from Fijian local outfit Labasa ing his debut goal on 16 March FC in January 2008. In May 2014 against the Melbourne 2008, he spent two weeks train- Heart, beating Andrew Red- ing with the Wellington Phoe- mayne with a powerful drive nix,[3] but was not offered a into the bottom right corner in contract. In March 2009, it was the 7th minute of a 2-2 draw. reported that PSV Eindhoven His performance in the match was interested in signing him. earned him the A-League’s However he said professional player of the week honors.[10] football in with Four days later, Krishna came the Phoenix was his preferred to terms on a new 2-year con- option because he was not ready tract with the Phoenix. Krishna to move to Europe as he was resigned on 29 February 2016, still learning English and was agreeing to a 2-year deal that not ready for another language. would keep him at Wellington In his 6 seasons with Waitakere until the end of the 2017–18 United, Krishna managed 55 season. He subsequently signed Ifill’s 33 goals for the club. FIFA World Cup qualification final tournament’s campaign, goals in 75 appearances and has a 1-year extension on 15 Feb- Krishna made A-League history tournament. In 2010, Krishna against Mexico. Krishna’s goal won the NZFC Golden Boot in ruary 2018. On 18 April 2018, on 19 January 2019, becom- was also called up to the nation- was Fiji’s first ever goal in the the 2012–13 season. Krishna was named Wellington ing the first player to score 3 al futsal team for the 2010 OFC Olympic Games. Personal life City In September 2013, it was Phoenix Player of the Year and consecutive braces. On 13 May Futsal Championship. On 16 Krishna is a New Zealand citi- announced that he had joined his fourth-round goal against 2019, Krishna was awarded the July 2016, Krishna was named zen, having gained his citizen- Waitakere’s local rivals Auck- Brisbane Roar was deemed the Johnny Warren Medal for his as one of the three over-aged ship in December 2018 after land City FC for the upcoming team’s Goal of the Year for the performances in the 2018/19 players of the Fiji under-23 ten years in the country. In July ASB Premiership season. On 2017–18 season. On 2 Decem- Hyundai A-League season. In- team for the 2016 Summer 2018, Krishna married Indo- 12 December 2013, he scored ber 2018, Krishna became the ternational career Krishna made Olympics, alongside Simione Fijian model and media busi- the only goal which Auckland outright leading goal scorer for his debut for Fiji at the South Tamanisau and Alvin Singh. ness owner Naziah Ali. City lost 1–2 against Raja Casa- the Wellington Phoenix, over- Pacific Games 2007 and he has On 7 August 2016, he scored blanca in the 2013 FIFA Club taking previous leader Paul played for them in the 2010 the team’s only goal in the Prime Minister Scott Morrison is re-elected and vows to get back to work after shock victory Prime Minister Scott Morri- son said he was eager to return to work, after celebrating win by going to church and rugby the Australian Broadcasting match Australia’s prime min- Corp. The government had gone ister has vowed to get straight into the election as a minority back to work after a shock win government, with just 73 seats. saw him re-elected for three And it was possible the coali- more years. Scott Morrison, tion would again have to gov- who only became prime min- ern in the minority, relying on ister last August after replacing agreements with independent Malcolm Turnbull, swept his and minor party lawmakers to Conservative-Liberal coalition transact government business. to victory on Saturday night. Scott Morrison celebrated his The opposition Labor Party, win by heading to church in meanwhile, has begun the Sydney on Sunday morning, search for a new leader after and was later seen surrounded Bill Shorten stepped down fol- by fans after arriving to watch lowing the defeat in a poll which his team, Cronulla Sharks, in a had been seen as unlosable for match. Thanking his party. By the time just over Australians for returning him 75 per cent of votes had been to office, he said: “I give thanks counted, the coalition had won to live in the greatest country 73 of the 76 seats needed to in all the world. Thanks again form a majority government, to all Australians all across the according to calculations from country.”

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BILATERAL Pacific Island Leaders with The United Nations Secretary-General His Excellency António Guterres. MEETING WITH FIJI PM A Bilateral meetings was also convened between Fijian Prime Minister Voreqe Baini- marama and His Excellency António Guterres with discus- sions centered on strengthen- ing cooperation between Fiji and its fellow Pacific Islands in championing climate change and oceans health especially the concerted effort by the Pa- cific Islands Developing States (PSIDS) in the buildup to the UN 2019 Climate Summit to be held in September. Prime Minister Bainimarama reassured the UNSG that Fiji will continue to answer the call to serve in UN peacekeep- ing operations in conflict zones around the world, a commit- ment which Fiji has long been proud to uphold. In response, the UN Secretary- General commended the Fijian Government for its commit- ment towards peacekeeping and the enormous courage and determination shown by Fijian His Excellency António Guterres and PM Banimarama enhancing the bonds between Fiji and the United Nations. soldiers and police officers.

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COURTESY CALL TO H.E

His Excellency António Guterres also paid a courtesy visit to Fijian President His Ex- cellency the President, Major- General (Ret’d) Jioji Konusi Konrote at Borron House . It was also an opportunity for both leaders to discuss the UN and Fiji’s commitment to peacekeeping and climate change. The president being a former UN force commander of UNIFIL Interim Forces in Lebanon) also shared his in- sight on peacekeeping. The discussions also in- cluded the impacts of climate change in on his Island of Ro- tuma and how it was affecting the livelihood of the people that reside on the island.

His Excellency António Guterres receives a Fijian Lali gift from Fiji President H.E.

MEETINGThe “Fiji Schools for Climate Action” event also gave UNSGWITH His Execllency António Guterres STUDENTS an opportunity to meet with secondary school students at Suva’s Albert Park. The event was organized by the Fiji COP23 Presidency Secretariat and the German Agency for International Development Cooperation (GIZ), in part- nership with the Fiji Ministry of Education, Heritage and Arts and where students expressed their messages through various forms and media and art.

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“Youth Action for Climate Change” participants at the University of the South Pacific with UNSG His Excellency António Guterres. UTO NI YALO His Excellency António Guterres and his delegation had the opportunity to sail on the ‘Uto ni Yalo”, 72 foot double masted traditional Polynesian sailing canoe outfitted with a solar powered propulsion system. The crew for the “Uto ni Yalo” was praised by the UNSG for their determination in raising awareness on climate change and their sustainable lifestyle. LAYING OF WREATH In a moving ceremony, His Excellency António Guterres in a moving also paid tribute to our fallen Servicemen by laying a wreath of the famous red poppy flower. The wreath laying ceremony also signifies Fiji’s 40 years of service in peacekeeping in protecting innocent civilians and children in areas around the world fraught with danger and conflict. It also recognized the sacrifices and perseverance by the Fijian Peacekeepers, in serving as the UN Peacekeepers. FAREWELL DINNER

Prime Minister Frank tions Secretary-General the first Oceans Confer- Bainimarama hosted an H.E António Guterres for ence, our representation official dinner for the his high praise of Fiji and on the UN Human Rights United Nations Secre- efforts to make this coun- Council, and our outsized tary-General His Excel- try a place of inclusive- role in the UN’s global lency António Guterres ness, equality, diversity peacekeeping missions at the Grand Pacific Hotel and tolerance. in some of the most vio- which was attended by “I thank him for his rec- lence-inflicted pockets of cabinet ministers, mem- ognition of our outsized the globe.” bers of parliament and leadership within the H.E Guterres expressed members of the diplomat- United Nations, including his gratitude for the won- ic corp. our presidency of the UN derful hospitality he re- Speaking at the event, General Assembly, our ceived during his visit to PM Bainimarama presidency of COP23, Fiji and for the very warm UNSG His Excellency António Guterres at the Wreath laying Ceremony thanked the United Na- our co-chairmanship of welcome. in Suva to honor our Fiji Peacekeepers.

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THE US FIJI TIMES October - 2018 Vol. 171 THE US FIJI TIMES October - 2018 Vol. 171 GO FIJI GO 14 THE US FIJI TIMES Fiji News Parents to be more proactive: Dr Dhanji A local dentist is calling on parents to become proactive and ensure their children prac- tice good oral health. Dr Sagar Dhanji says parents should take their kids to a dentist from an early age and at the same time supervise them up to 8 years while they are brushing. Dr Dhanji says regular visits to a dental clinic will also help them overcome the fear of visiting a dentist.“Just to get children to accustom to the dentist. There is a big phobia of the dentist all over the world, especially in children. If they do have a good experience with the dentist at a very young age will help them to be confident to come to the dentist and do what they have to do.” The Dentist believes early intervention may possibly eliminate oral disease amongst children. Marist Primary Students Safe After Claims Of Alleged Kidnapping The Deputy Divisional Police statement, Police said: “We can Commander South has been li- confirm that a team of investiga- aising with the Head Teacher tors are looking into a report of of Marist Brothers Primary an alleged kidnapping attempt School, who as of this evening lodged at the Valelevu Police has confirmed that most of the Station this morning whereby students reported to have been the victim claims she managed missing at the beginning of to escape a group of Asian school this morning have been men traveling in a white van in accounted for by their parents. front of her school in Valelevu. Some students had not turned “She claims there were two up for school today while some other students in the car and turned up late after the mes- we have yet to receive any of- sage was sent out on the Par- ficial reports of missing Primary ents and Teachers Association School students as of this eve- messaging platform. Police is ning. “The rumours linking any urging parents and guardians of the missing 106 students to that if their child is missing, the kidnapping report is at this to lodge a report at the nearest point unsubstantiated and we school heads to confirm if there statement said. If there are any call 9905999. Ends community post or station. In a will continue to liaise with the are missing students,” the Police queries please do not hesitate to Waidradra Murder: Report Finds Accused Unt To Stand The Saint Giles Psychiatric ecutions Sadaf Shameem told ruary 4, 2019. Defence lawyer accused was unfit to plead in apy sessions. Justice Goundar Hospital has determined in a the court that the result would from the Legal Aid Commis- court, not capable to go through also raised concerns on whether report that a 21-year-old farmer require an inquiry to determine sion Namrata Mishra told the the proceedings, had symptoms Dakai could pose a risk to other facing a murder charge is unfit whetherDakai would remain at court that she was informed of mental illness and was in- remand prisoners if he remained to stand trial. High Court judge the Suva Remand Centre or be by personnel at the Saint Giles fluenced by mental illness at at the Suva Remand Centre. He Justice Daniel Goundar read ex- admitted at the Saint Giles Hos- Hospital that the accused was the time of the alleged incident. gave 14 days to the State to ad- cerpts of the report in court yes- pital. Dakai is charged with one taken there for a therapy session Ms Mishra told the court that vise whether the ODPP would terday before remanding Fabia- count of murder. He is alleged and that his psychiatric evalu- the remand centre provided the proceed with the charges and no Dakai in custody. However, to have murdered 34-year- old ation report was filed. Justice accused with the medicines he if the accused was fit to stand State prosecutor from the Office security guard Timoci Dogai Goundar read the report in court required, but he would have to for trial after the inquiry was of the Director of Public Pros- of Waidradra, Navua, on Feb- which, in conclusion, said the be taken to the hospital for ther- conducted.

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THE US FIJI TIMES June 2019 Vol. 180 THE US FIJI TIMES 19 Fiji News Fiji’s Dr Posthumously Recognized With The Global Health Hero Award Recognizing her significant towards the development of contribution to health, Fiji’s for- Fiji’s health sector, women and mer Speaker of Parliament and sports. Many of the achieve- tireless health advocate Dr Jiko ments we have made in service Luveni, has been posthumously delivery for people living with recognized at the 72nd World HIV/AIDS, and social protec- Health Assembly, receiving a tion, can be directly attributed Global Health Hero Award from to her efforts.” Dr Corinne the World Health Organization Capuano, Director of Pacific (WHO). The award recognises Technical Support and WHO those who have championed Representative to the South the cause of health, success- Pacific, praised Dr Luveni’s fully influenced political agen- work: “Dr Luveni was a true das, and contributed to raising champion of health. She was awareness on health issues committed to improving the globallyAnnouncing the award lives of others, and worked tire- at the World Health Assembly lessly for the people of Fiji, and (WHA) in Geneva last night, beyond. While she is missed, Lori Sloate, Moderator of the her legacy is significant, and WHO, she undertook advisory form of income are able to past four decades Dr Richard High Level Segment, said Dr we’re delighted to see her assignments in health education receive a pension. This is the Horton for his tireless, wide- Luveni was a committed and recognized globally.”The first in Malaysia, Japan and Tanza- first year that Global Health ranging and innovative con- passionate champion for health, Fijian woman to graduate as a nia. As a Fijian Member of Par- Heroes have been recognized tribution to global health. His social welfare and women, not- dentist from the Fiji School of liament, she served as Minister during the World Health As- work has helped to shape the ing, “Her work in both health Medicine, Dr Luveni was a life- of Social Welfare, Women and sembly. Recipients from the global policy debate, while fur- and politics made a significant long health and social advocate. Poverty Alleviation. In this other regions include: Her Ex- thering our collective vision for impact both locally and interna- In 2014, she became the first role, Dr Luveni supported more cellency Madame Antoinette a healthier world Professor Sir tionally.” Accepting the award female Speaker of the Parlia- than 1,300 women’s groups Sassou Nguesso, First Lady of Michael Marmot for his contri- on Dr Luveni’s behalf, Minister ment in Fiji, a position she held throughout Fiji. Furthermore, the Republic of the Congo, for bution to public health in Thai- of Health & Medical Services until tragically passing away in the social welfare reforms she her contribution to the control land, as well as at regional and Dr said: December 2018.As a dentist she led increased those receiving of sickle cell anaemia globally global levels Dr Viroj Tangcha- “I am deeply honoured to re- provided services across Fiji, essential government benefit Professor J Peter Figueroa for roensathien for his contribution ceive this award on behalf of before moving on to a range of support from 21,000 to more his contribution to public health to public health at the country, the late Dr Jiko Luveni, for public health positions domesti- than 60,000, and ensured those in Jamaica, the Caribbean, the regional and global. her tremendous contributions cally, and internationally. With over the age of 70 without any Americas and globally for the Man To Appear In Court For Murder Of Asian Woman In Namadi Heights Members of the Church and other church leaders spoke to him, wow, it was magical,” be something he remembers davu. President Nelson, 94, a of Jesus Christ of Latter-day to the audience about making said Ms Taito. “When he came for the rest of his life. It was world renowned former heart Saints were overwhelmed with education a priority, using holy through the gates, I cried be- a dream come true,” he said, surgeon, spent five hours in Fiji, gratitude to see and hear from texts to find answers to life’s cause I’ve waited for years to adding that he never imagined mostly at Nausori before he flew the president of their church, struggles and the importance meet the prophet and today I to meet a president of the church out to Tonga. The Pacific tour President Russell M Nelson of the church’s temples, which got to see him.” For 20-year- in real life. “Hopefully if I have follows his European tour dur- last night. They revere him as are an integral part of Latter-day old Lote Robanakadavu, who children, I’ll surely tell them ing which he met the Pope at their prophet. The event was Saint worshipPresident Nelson volunteered as an usher for about this, when I saw a living the Vatican in Rome. part of the president’s tour of also encouraged the people to the event, the experience will prophet,” said Mr Robanaka- the Pacific, which has already find happiness in their own included New Zealand, Sa- lives and to share that joy with moa, Australia and Hawaii. As the people around them. For President Nelson, his wife and many in the audience the op- other church leaders arrived at portunity was an awe-inducing Ratu Cakobau Park, Nausori, experience“I feel I’m in heaven the rain that had plagued the already when he is speaking audience earlier in the day sud- to us,” said Sereima Taukata, denly stopped. It seemed like a a member of the church from miracle. “May I thank you for Nausori. “We do love him very your great faith,” said President much” Moana Taito, one of the Nelson. “I wondered if you LDS College High School stu- could do it, and you did it;you dents who performed during the turned off the rain!” “I feel like devotional, blinked back tears as I’ve been wrapped in love,” he she struggled to describe what it added, looking out at the crowd was like to see President Nelson of over 5000. President Nelson in person. “To be able to sing

THE US FIJI TIMES June 2019 Vol. 180 THE US FIJI TIMES June 2019 Vol. 180 GO FIJI GO 20 THE US FIJI TIMES Fiji News Ministry of Foreign Affairs gathers information on allegation of Fijian women taken to PNG to provide sexual services to Ministers The Acting Minister for For- by Police that they are trying eign Affairs, says to get to the bottom of this is- that the Ministry is trying to sue. Usamate says that they are collect as much information as hopeful that this issue can be possible with regards to the al- cleared up as soon as possible. legation of Fijian women being It has been widely reported in taken to Papua New Guinea to PNG that Fijian women were provide sexual services to PNG allegedly transported to PNG to Cabinet Ministers. Usamate provide sexual services for the says that the government has Ministers there. According to been in touch with counterparts PNG Media, 12 Fijian women in PNG. He says that they are in were seen at a hotel while they the process of clarifying all the have also alleged that hotel staff issues with regards to this case say that there were about 20 or adding that they have been told so women. 49 tourism projects implemented in Fiji in the last 5 years at a value of $446 million - Kumar In the last 5 years, 49 tour- 64 Fijians. The Minister says ism projects have been imple- Nalagi Hotel is a testimony of mented in Fiji at the total value the strong growing relationship of $446 million dollars. This between Fiji and China. Nalagi was highlighted by the Minis- Hotel has 197 rooms and 301 ter for Tourism, beds. She thanked the company while officially opening the $25 directors for their investment in million Nalagi Hotel in Nadi. Fiji especially in their efforts Kumar says that the project will in venturing into the tourism not only be beneficial for the sector from their core business tourism sector but also benefits of textiles and real estate de- Fijian businesses that supply to velopment. the hotel and employs around Florence Fineanganofo ready to shine at Fiji Fashion Week It will be a moment to cher- ish for fashion designer Flor- ence Fineanganofo who is set to launch her designs at the Fiji Fashion Week for the very first time. Fineanganofo is one of the 24 designers who will be showcasing her talent and de- signs at the show. She started sewing in 2015 as a hobby which later changed into pas- sion.Fineanganofo says that Fiji is still developing in the Fashion industry adding that this plat- form allows people of all ages to showcase their skills could take one to greater heights. The Fiji Fashion Week starts this Friday at the FMF Gymnasium.

THE US FIJI TIMES June 2019 Vol. 180 THE US FIJI TIMES 21 Fiji News Government will not stop outsourcing arrangement by the Fiji Roads Authority - Usamate Minister for Infrastructure rent outsourcing arrangement Jone Usamate says that the by the Fiji Roads Authority, government will not stop the Usamate says the opposition outsourcing arrangement un- has a assertion that because of dertaken by the Fiji Roads Au- outsourcing, these things hap- thority. While responding to pened. SODELPA MP, Ro Filipe a question by SODELPA MP Tuisawau then raised a point of Aseri Radrodro in parliament order to say that Usamate should where he asked given the cur- answer the substantive ques- rent poor road conditions, dam- tion. Usamate told Tuisawau ages to bridges, flooding and that the people of Fiji need to landslides happening around know how ridiculous the ques- Fiji during the recent heavy rain tion was.Usamate says they do spell and whether government analysis every year as to how will consider reviewing the cur- the funds are used. 5 Minors Spotted Inside Nightclub, Police Warn Parents aware of their whereabouts at bars expose children to other all times”. Ms Naisoro said the things like drugs and alcohol nightclub operators could lose abuse so we need to talk to our their licences if they choose to children to understand the age turn a blind eye and allow mi- restrictions and why the age nors inside the nightclub. “The restrictions are there and the nightclub owners were issued consequences for breaking the warnings and reminded about law. “And as adults we need the consequences of allowing to guide, inform, protect and minors into the nightclubs and remind them about the laws and the need to improve monitoring about making responsible choic- and checking of IDs,” she said. es.” Child Protection Commit- Save the Children Fiji chief ex- tee member, Acting Corporal ecutive officer Iris Low-McK- Lagakali Uluiviti shared the enzie said, “when it comes to the findings at the UN Women’s protection of children, everyone Market for Change programme, has a responsibility. “Access to “Improving Safety in Markets” nightclubs/bars has age restric- in Nadi yesterday Acting Cor- Police have issued a stern ers. Committee members had Women, Children and Poverty tions in Fiji and nightclub/bar poral Uluiviti is incharge of the warning to parents to be aware to disguise themselves and carry Alleviation, and Ministry of Ed- owners and staff need to take Lautoka Market Police Post. of their children’s whereabouts out a random check at night- ucation and is made up of stake- responsibility and abide by the The committee met nightclub after five minors were caught clubs in the Sugar City, which holders, including Police and law,” she said. “Not only are owners in Lautoka on Monday. inside a nightclub in Lautoka. resulted in the find. The minors the Lautoka Market Vendors As- they allowing minors into the The committee includes three The minors were caught last Fri- caught inside the nightclub were sociation. Police spokesperson clubs/bars, but they are also police officers a juvenile officer, day by members of the Child boys aged between 14 and 16 Ana Naisoro said, “parents were selling alcohol to them. This is sexual officer and community Protection Committee, which years. The committee has been counselled to better monitor and irresponsible. “Not only are they policing officer. comprises various stakehold- established by the Ministry of supervise their children and be breaking the law, but nightclubs/ Fiji Court Denies Bail For Chinese National Facing Murder Charge A 43-year-old Chinese na- terpreter had opted for a private there would high likelihood of tional who is alleged to have legal representation. Prosecutor the accused absconding bail. murdered a woman in her 30s Sergeant Josua Shaw filed full Magistrate Wickramasekara last Monday has been denied phase disclosures and made an also said to the accused to file bail by the Magistrates Court in application for the matter to be alibi notices if he wished to do Suva. Wang Qi Yong appeared transferred to the High Court. so within 21 days from the first before Magistrate Liyanage Magistrate Wickramasekara court appearance (yesterday). Wickramasekara yesterday. It said the accused was charged He said the accused through his is alleged that Yong had caused with an indictable offence and legal counsel could make a for- the death of a 33- year-old therefore denied the bail appli- mal bail application in the High Asian woman, who was found cation made by the accused. He Court. Yong has been remanded dead by her flatmate, at their said the accused is a Chinese in custody and the matter was home in Salato Road, Namadi national with a Chinese passport adjourned for first call at the Heights in Tamavua, Suva. and it was not in the interest of High Court in Suva on June 4. Yong through a Mandarin in- justice to grant him bail because THE US FIJI TIMES June 2019 Vol. 180 THE US FIJI TIMES June 2019 Vol. 180 GO FIJI GO 22 THE US FIJI TIMES Local News

In 2018, the San Pablo Police efficient way for police agencies which officers contact people in incidents such as: evacuations Department established the to share information about person during calls for service on wildfire incidents, residents SPPD Social Media Team current events, or solicit the or at special events. Officers who need to shelter in place due with a commitment to enhance assistance of their community can now provide live, real- to a hazardous chemical spills, community relationships. to solve or prevent crimes from time updates on special events, or for drivers who should avoid Nationwide, we’ve seen an occurring. critical incidents, or natural a particular area due to a critical increase of police departments The SPPD Social Media disasters. Social media not only incident. using social media sites as Team has changed our allows police departments, but a way of connecting with entire approach in relying all emergency responders to communities. It is a useful and on traditional interactions in pass along vital information on

Lieutenant Dan Wiegers cur- found that people are more apt explain things better through rently manages the San Pablo to converse with us over text text. Establishing relation- PD Social Media Team, which rather than in person. There ships through social media is made up of patrol officers, is something about typing on platforms helps us build trust jailers, and administrative staff a keyboard or a smart phone and legitimacy with the com- who all contribute stories and that makes it easier for peo- munity we serve through open interact with the community ple to speak their mind more and improved lines of commu- through comments. We have freely or just open up and nication and transparency. Detectives tapped the SPPD Social Media Team We’ve had great success in asking the public to help in solving some pretty tough cases. In February of 2018, Detectives tapped the SPPD Social Media Team for help to identify a suspect who was committing a series of armed robberies. A single image of the suspect was posted. It didn’t take long until the tips began coming in from our community. With a little bit of follow-up investigation, he was arrested and taken off the streets. This is just one example of how valuable social media can be for law enforcement. You may not be watching the news on television, but people are always looking online.

The SPPD Social Media Team how silly some of our police feedback from our Facebook tablish more meaningful part- offered. As a result, the San posts include everything from officers and professional staff page, this is resonating and nerships with our community, Pablo Police Department has passing along vital informa- can be. We can showcase our we’re on the right track! Peo- we had to step up our game become very active on Face- tion during a critical incident staff with this approach and it ple rely on getting their news by establishing a stronger on- book, Instagram, Twitter and to last year’s viral lip-sync allows us to connect with our and connecting online now. line presence and becoming Next Door. challenge videos that swept community on a much more We’re now living in the age of more active through the vari- across the nation showing just human level. By looking at the technology and in order to es- ous social media platforms

THE US FIJI TIMES June 2019 Vol. 180 THE US FIJI TIMES 23 Local News Chief’s Message I would like to take this oppor- motivated and utilize the encourage input from citizens safe. Feel free to let us know tunity to welcome you to the most cutting edge technology of San Pablo, neighborhood how we are doing or take a San Pablo Police Department to keep our community safe. associations, businesses, and moment to thank the men and website. The San Pablo Police Historically rich traditions all others that receive police woman of our department. Department was established in and cultures are the fabric of services from the San Pablo 1948 and has over the years the San Pablo Community. Police Department. - Ron P. Raman, Chief of Po- evolved in a very professional We embrace this diversity and In addition, I also encourage lice and dedicated police agency. will focus our public safety ef- you to take advantage of the We are dedicated to providing forts through this perspective. opportunities to get involved the finest police service pos- Members of this department in our police department’s sible. I am honored to serve as are committed to providing outreach efforts, activities and the city’s 9th Chief of Police. quality customer service. volunteer programs. The men and women of the Citizens rightfully expect As you navigate through this San Pablo Police Department prompt and professional ser- website you will learn more are committed to core values vice available on their door- about our organization and that include integrity, honesty, steps, 24-hours a day. In order the services we provide. We - Ron P. Raman, reliability and truthfulness as to continue to provide quality are committed to serving you Chief of Police well as being highly trained, service to the community, I and keeping our community

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THE US FIJI TIMES June 2019 Vol. 180 THE US FIJI TIMES June 2019 Vol. 180 GO FIJI GO 24 THE US FIJI TIMES Fiji News Fiji Human Rights Commission needs to re-evaluate its own education advocacy strategy on school bullying - Raj Fiji Human Rights and Anti something which is confined Discrimination Commission to schools only and that there is Director, Ashwin Raj says the a need to find out what are the commission needs to re-evalu- roots of bullying. The Director ate and look at its own education says that sometimes when chil- advocacy strategy on bullying in dren come from an environment schools. He says that they also where there is violence at home, need to reevaluate the ways that they tend to mimic such violent the commission can actively behavior because they think its engage parents, teachers and okay to exercise violence. He children in a conversation in says that its very important that the same stage. Raj says that teachers take some time out there needs to be concerted ef- and start talking in classrooms forts for the commission to work about what bullying is.Raj has with the Education system and sent out a strong message to all communities and parents to pro- parents, to take all complaints vide for a much more sustained of bullying seriously and act solution to the problem of bul- on it. He has told parents not the Ministry is working on a encouraged by some parents, and ex‑students have allegedly lying.He says that if there is a to wait for any tragedy to tran- mechanism to deal with cases teachers and senior students. said that this is the best way entrenched culture of bullying spire before they start acting of bullying in schools. She says Their mindset is that the best to discipline junior students. then we are not going to move on these complaints, because that details of those mechanisms way to discipline students is Some ex‑students of some of towards a long term solution. lives are at stake. Meanwhile the are to be released soon. FijiV- through punching them up or the schools have confirmed to Raj says that people need to Minister for Education, Rosy illage continue to get reports instilling other forms of disci- FijiVillage that this culture has recognize that bullying is not Akbar had earlier confirmed that that there is a culture of bullying pline through violence. There existed for years. in some schools which is also are cases where some teachers Tourism is paving the way for Fiji’s growth - Kumar Our tourism industry is now tourism is paving the way for worth $2 billion and Minister Fiji’s growth. She says it is a for Industry, Trade and Tourism, united industry, one that con- Premila Kumar says Fiji is well nects, builds bridges, moves the on track to reach the $2.2 billion Fijian economy forward, and industry target by 2021. While contributes to more than 30 per- opening the 2019 Fiji Tourism cent to Fiji’s GDP, employing 1 Expo in Denarau, Kumar says in 3 people. This year, there are the Annual Expo brings together about 158 international buyers key agencies of the tourism in- and 14 international media, who dustry and international travel will be meeting more than 300 agents to familiarise themselves exhibitors with some coming with the various products that from as far as Ukraine, Italy and Fiji has to offer. Kumar says Netherlands. Copra most traded coconut commodity in Fiji amongst rural and maritime communities - Reddy Minister for Agriculture, Doc- million coconut trees scattered tor says copra around in an area of approxi- remains the most traded coco- mately 65,000 hectares of land. nut commodity in Fiji amongst The Minister says the govern- rural and maritime communi- ment through the Ministry of ties. Speaking at the closing of Agriculture is fully committed the 11th Wholenut Processing to rehabilitating the coconut Training in Dreketi, Reddy said industry and part of this reha- the coconut industry’s resilience bilitation work is to promote has encouraged the government utilisation of whole nuts in or- to continue to rehabilitate and der to supplement their income. develop the industry which Reddy added that this year the supports an estimated 100,000 Ministry was allocated a budget farmers who are dependent on of $750,000 under the Coconut it for livelihood. He says 70 Development Program for the percent of coconut trees in Fiji establishment of 531 hectares are in the Northern division. of coconut plantation across the Reddy says Fiji has around 10 coconut growing areas in Fiji.

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THE US FIJI TIMES June 2019 Vol. 180 THE US FIJI TIMES 29 LocalHealth News News The Top 16 Foods to Eat in the Summer You know summer’s the ORANGES EY DEW strengthening the skin’s de- perfect time to switch to flip- The sweet citrus fruit is rich Cantaloupe, honey dew, and fenses against damaging rays.” flops, but did you know it’s also in potassium, a nutrient that’s Spruce up your salad with other the right time to change your crucial in the summer. “You high-carotenoid sources, like diet? Being outdoors more of- lose potassium through sweat, carrots, apricots, cantaloupe, ten—and sweating—ups your which puts you at risk for mus- watermelon, tomatoes, pink risk for health problems such cle cramps,” says Erin Palinski, grapefruit, salmon, milk, egg as dehydration, skin sensitivi- RD, CDE, LDN, CPT, author of yolks and cayenne pepper, to ties, and vitamin and mineral the forthcoming Belly Fat Diet make an even healthier meal. deficiencies. The simple (and for Dummies. “Eating oranges 13 delicious) solution? “Eat local, replenishes your supply and watermelon are also diuretics, STRAWBERRIES AND in-season fruits. Their nutrients keeps muscle cramps away,” which are especially important BLUEBERRIES are at their peak in the sum- she explains. Oranges are also for women “because we’re so Sweet, juicy berries are filled mer,” says Julie Kaye, MPH, about 80% water, so popping a affected by hormonal changes,” with flavonoids, powerful dis- antioxidant betacarotene, while RD, CDN, a registered dietitian few juicy slices will keep you says Sherry Ross, M.D., wom- ease fighters found in many peaches contain plenty of vita- in New York City. “But they’re hydrated during your sweatiest en’s health expert at Providence fruits and vegetables. Among min C. not the only foods that will help summer days. Saint John’s Health Center in their other pros, “they increase 11 your body look and feel its best 5 Santa Monica, CA. blood flow to skin and decrease GREEN TEA during the hottest time of year.” YOGURT 8 sensitivity to light, which im- If you’re looking for drinks Click through to see what else Protein-packed, portion- BLACKBERRIES AND proves skin’s appearance, struc- you should definitely eat (and RASPBERRIES ture and texture,” says Glass- drink!) this season. These berries are great man. With more daylight hours 1 and time spent in the sun, that’s TOMATOES key. And because berries are so While tomatoes are filled with high in flavonoids, one recent antioxidants and Vitamin C, they study showed they might help also contain beneficial phyto- slow cognitive decline. Other chemicals such as lycopene, great sources of skin-boosting more exciting than water to keep which contribute to chronic flavonoids: bananas, citrus you hydrated, you may want to diseases—especially cancer. fruits, broccoli, artichokes, wal- go green. “Green tea is the per- 2 sources of fiber. “Raspberries nuts, pistachios, cashew, dill and fect way to supplement your ZUCCHINI are a food that goes unnoticed thyme. water intake when it’s super-hot Part of the summer squash controlled and easy to tote in a lot—they can be very expen- 14 outside,” says Palinski. Studies family, zucchini contains a fiber your beach bag (just freeze a cup sive off-season—but there are NUTS have suggested that green tea called pectin, which is linked before you go, so it stays cool a lot of awesome qualities in Ross recommends snacking may be helpful in fighting cancer to increasing heart health and until you’re ready to snack), yo- the powerful little raspberry,” on handfuls of almonds, ca- and heart disease, lowering cho- lowering cholesterol. gurt is made for summer eating, says Ross. “They’re very high shews, and peanuts to get your lesterol, revving your metabo- 3 says Keri Glassman, MS, RD, in vitamin C and have 8 grams fill of monounsaturated and lism and even keeping dementia WATERMELON CDN, president of Nutritious of fiber per cup.” polyunsaturated fats, which are at bay. And if sipping a hot drink Life. “The protein satisfies your 9 thought to lower bad cholesterol in a hot month isn’t your cup growling tummy, which will APPLES, FIGS, AND levels. of...well, tea, try it on ice—the keep you from overloading on PEARS 15 cooler temp doesn’t compromise salty, high-calorie snacks at your These foods are high in fiber AVOCADOS its nutritional benefits. barbeque,” explains Glassman. Although it could be lumped 12 Her recommendation: brands in with nuts as a healthy source SALADS WITH DARK, that are low in fat and high in of monounsaturated fat, Ross LEAFY GREENS protein, like Dannon Oikos Non- says it’s such a superfood it de- Leave steamed veggies be- Fat Greek yogurt. It has twice serves a placeholder of its own. hind and fill up on fresh, raw the protein of regular low-fat “If I were on a desert island, I yogurt. Yogurt also adds a dose would want to be there with an of probiotics, beneficial bacteria avocado tree because they’re so that keeps your digestive system too, says Ross. Keep the skin good for the heart and overall As its name implies, this fruit running smoothly. on apples and pears for the wellness,” says Ross. is a hydration hero, and fluids are 6 maximum nutritional impact. 16 exactly what you need when the CELERY AND FENNEL Be sure to wash thoroughly be- SALMON heat is on. “Watermelon’s high “Nothing is worse than feel- fore eating or, even better, opt “When I consider the healthi- water content keeps you cool ing ‘puffy’ when you’re heading for organic—apples are part of est foods for women, I always and hydrated,” says Boston- to the beach,” says Glassman. the Dirty Dozen, meaning pesti- think of the Mediterranean diet based registered dietitian Janel “Celery and fennel act as diuret- cide residue could linger on the because it makes the most sense Funk, MS, RD, LDN, who runs ics, helping you lose excess wa- skin. Two medium-sized dried in reducing heart disease, the the website Eat Well With Janel. ter weight without causing dehy- figs contain more than 1.5 grams most common cause of death That same high water content dration.” How? The ingredients of fiber. in women,” says Ross. She spinach and kale come summer will also keep you feeling full, in these two veggies stimulate 10 recommends plenty of protein to save your skin. “Carotenoids which could curb cravings. As your kidneys, causing them to APRICOTS, PEACHES, from fish like salmon, which is in orange and dark-green foods, an added summer bonus, “Wa- flush waste and extra fluid from AND NECTARINES also high in Omega 3. (Pictured: which your body converts to vi- termelon also contains lycopene, your body, which beats bloat in Fresh or dried, nectarines are barbecue teriyaki salmon with tamin A, protect skin from sun which protects skin cells from your tummy. a solid source of dietary fiber. avocados, tomatoes, and brown damage,” says Glassman. “They sun damage,” says Funk. 7 Both nectarines and apricots rice.) decrease sensitivity to UV light 4 CANTALOUPE AND HON- are rich in vitamin A and the and mend flaky and dry skin, THE US FIJI TIMES June 2019 Vol. 180 THE US FIJI TIMES June 2019 Vol. 180 GO FIJI GO 30 THE US FIJI TIMES Health News Some People with Diabetes Are Turning to DIY Devices. It’s a Bad Idea The Food and Drug Admin- measure glucose from a moni- istration (FDA) is warning toring system and automatically consumers against using unap- appropriate doses of insulin. In proved devices for managing some cases, devices for manag- diabetes because of the risk of ing diabetes are only designed serious adverse health effects. to work together as a whole The announcement comes in system; in other cases parts are response to an incident in which designed so that they can essen- a patient suffered an insulin tially be swapped out for other overdose after using one such approved parts — known as device. “By using products that “interoperability.”DIY diabetes have not been reviewed by the devices The FDA authorized the agency for safety and effective- first-ever interoperable insulin ness, patients with diabetes pump in February 2019Trusted may be putting themselves at Source. The agency has stated risk for serious injury or even that these devices give people death,” said Dr. Jeff Shuren, JD, greater freedom to “tailor their director of the FDA’s Center diabetes management to their for Devices and Radiological individual device preferences.” Health, in a statement.Trusted However, the FDA warns that Dr. Kevin Pantalone, DO, an based on anecdotal experienc- through online marketplaces Source Despite the apparent unapproved versions of these endocrinologist at Cleveland es,” Pantalone said. In a safety including Amazon, eBay, and risks, unapproved devices may devices can be dangerous Clinic, told Healthline. How- communication issued by the Craigslist. But the FDA was less appear attractive to some people even if used within approved ever, diabetes management FDA, it warned that use of these forthcoming in their new warn- because of the cost or availabil- systems. The market for unap- devices rely on complex algo- devices can result in complica- ing about where people were ity of FDA-approved devices. proved interoperable devices rithms to convert blood glucose tions that may require medical able to purchase unauthorized What are these devices for? — where parts claim they can be data received from the sensor intervention or hospitalization diabetes management devices. Diabetes management devices added to approved devices, but into values that are readable by including low blood sugar, In an email to Healthline, a include multiple systems that have not been vetted — has also insulin dosing devices. Pairing coma, diabetic ketoacidosis, spokesperson for the FDA de- can work in concert with one an- led to a scenario in which some different devices together can and death. This is not the first clined to comment further on other to monitor blood glucose patients are creating their own therefore result in inaccurate time the FDA has warned people the names of any brands, parts, and deliver insulin to the blood- ad hoc diabetes management and potentially dangerous doses with diabetes about unapproved manufacturers, or vendors of stream. A continuous glucose systems by wiring together in of insulin. “There are numer- or “gray market” products for the unauthorized devices, ex- monitoring system uses data a chain interoperable parts and ous algorithms and devices managing the condition. In plaining that the FDA does not from a sensor embedded under systems. These do-it-yourself out there that can be paired April 2019, the agency issued comment on specific compa- the skin to track glucose levels. (DIY) systems use an insulin by patients to develop a DIY a statementTrusted Source dis- nies. The spokesperson also An insulin pump is attached to pump, continuous glucose mon- system. This is a concern, as couraging consumers from pur- declined to comment on where the skin and delivers insulin into itor (CGM), and insulin dosing these algorithms and pairings chasing pre-owned test strips the unauthorized devices are the bloodstream via a catheter. algorithm to create a closed- have not been studied in con- or unauthorized test strips for coming from and whether they An automated insulin dosing loop system similar to that of the trolled trials, so their effective- blood glucose monitoring. The were being imported or manu- system is designed to do both: current FDA approved systems, ness and more importantly their agency found that unauthorized factured domestically. safety, are largely unknown and test strips were frequently sold Common Diet Supplement May Help with Heart Health A popular and widely used such as clinical trials, that verify a 15 percent lower overall risk first step in looking for another of 266,848 adults 45 years and dietary supplement for joint such effects as causal,” said Dr. of CVD events. It was further tool to reduce cardiovascular older. Researchers found a nega- pain could also be beneficial for Lu Qi, a professor in the de- associated with a 9 to 22 percent events.” Mintz wasn’t affili- tive association between taking your heart. According to new re- partment of epidemiology at lower risk of CVD death, coro- ated with the study. This isn’t glucosamine, heart disease, and searchTrusted Source published Tulane University and one of nary heart disease, and stroke, the first study to take note of other cardiovascular conditions. in The BMJ, habitual use of the the study’s authors. Nonethe- compared to nonusers. Other glucosamine’s beneficial rela- The authors of that study noted supplement glucosamine was less, the data from the study experts say that the results look tionship with CVD. Its results that this “revealing” finding found to be associated with a is robust. Glucosamine and a promising, but more work needs are in line with an Australian warranted further investigation. significantly lower risk of car- potentially healthier heart? Us- to be done to establish a mecha- study from 2012Trusted Source diovascular disease (CVD) and ing national health resources in nism for glucosamine’s poten- its more severe consequences the United Kingdom, Qi and tial benefits for heart health. like stroke. However, research- his colleagues looked at results “The event reduction effects ers point out that despite this of nearly a half-million people. attributed to glucosamine will association, their work doesn’t Individuals reported supplement need to be proven in a random- establish a causal link between use and were followed, in some ized control study looking at a glucosamine and better CVD cases, up to 10 years. During specific dose, specific formu- outcomes. “Our study suggests that time any events related to lation, and regimen,” said Dr. a potential new beneficial effect CVD were recorded. None of Guy L. Mintz, director of car- of glucosamine on cardiovascu- the study participants had CVD diovascular health and lipidol- lar health. The practical impli- at the start of the study. During ogy at Sandra Atlas Bass Heart cation would be upon further the follow-up time, those who Hospital in Manhasset, New evidence from future studies, reported using glucosamine had York. “I think this is a promising

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THE US FIJI TIMES 31 Health News COPD Tends to Hit Women Harder Than It Does Men Women with chronic obstruc- “Women are more susceptible an assistant professor in the di- genetic factors that determine typically also have more expo- tive pulmonary disease (COPD) and more vulnerable than men vision of pulmonary and critical how women’s bodies react to sure to indoor air pollution from experience worse symptoms with regard to COPD. Faster care medicine at the University and metabolize cigarette smoke biofuel exposure during cook- than men with the same con- decline in lung function with of California Davis School of may also be responsible,” Singh ing in developing countries. dition. The big question now more severe airflow limitation, Medicine, says COPD can sig- said. “The fact that women de- Women tend to be diagnosed facing medical professionals is as well as increased symptom nificantly affect patient mood. velop COPD with less smoking with COPD at a more advanced why. Researchers have found burden related to COPD in “One of my colleagues refers to than men suggests that women stage compared to men, due to women living with COPD re- women compared to men, has this as ‘death by armchair,’ as are more susceptible to develop- biased views that COPD is more port a lower quality of life than been reported in other studies. the impaired pulmonary func- ing COPD. This has been con- common in men. Awareness of men with the disease, despite Compared to men, women expe- tion leads to the patients not be- firmed in several studies, with the increased prevalence of also reporting smoking fewer rience more shortness of breath, ing able to do activities of daily women being about 50 percent COPD and adverse outcomes cigarettes. The findings are more depression and anxiety, living and normal activities that more likely to develop COPD due to COPD in women, which scheduled to be presented at the and lower quality of life,” Singh give them pleasure. As their dis- than men. “Women experience now surpass rates in men, is American Thoracic Society’s in- said. Women more affected by ease progresses, their ability to greater decline in lung func- essential,” he said. Given the ternational conference in Dallas COPD The research presented interact with the world around tion, resulting in more severe potential bias against women this week. “Women with COPD this week shows that women them decreases, and hence their airflow limitation, compared to receiving diagnoses of the experienced increased symptom are more likely to report lower mood is negatively affected,” men, even with a less extensive disease, Wilgus says patients, burden, poorer quality of life, quality of life than men living Kuhn told Healthline. The im- history of smoking cigarettes,” particularly smokers, should more frequent exacerbations, with the same condition. Dr. pact of smoking The main cause he added. powered by Rubicon be proactive in speaking with and more impaired functional May-Lin Wilgus, a co-author of of COPD in the United States is Project Not just men Histori- their doctor. “The symptoms of status than their male counter- the study and assistant clinical smoking, with about 90 percent cally, COPD was predominantly COPD can develop even de- parts,” Dr. MeiLan Han, author professor in the division of pul- of COPD cases attributable to considered to be a disease of cades after quitting smoking. of the study and a professor of monary and critical care at the cigarettes. Despite this, women older men. In the late 1960s, Any current or former smok- internal medicine in the division David Geffen School of Medi- with COPD report smoking tobacco companies began tar- ers who experience breathless- of pulmonary and critical care cine at the University of Cali- less than men with the same geting women, and as a result, ness, cough, or wheeze should medicine at the University of fornia, Los Angeles, says this is disease. Experts say this may more women began smoking. be checked for COPD by their Michigan Health System, told in keeping with what she sees in be because tobacco smoke af- Despite more women present- physicians, which generally Healthline. COPD is a term used her own practice. “Women are fects women more severely than ing with symptoms that could includes a breathing test called to describe a number of progres- sive lung diseases, including chronic bronchitis, emphysema, and nonreversible asthma. Com- mon symptoms include short- ness of breath, wheezing, fre- quent coughing, and tightness in the chest. COPD is a progressive disease with no known cure. In the United States, more than 11 million people have COPD, but experts say millions more are likely living with the disease without realizing it. Many may dismiss shortness of breath or a cough as just part of getting older, but experts say it can be a sign of something more seri- ous. “COPD can significantly impact quality of life. Patients with more advanced COPD struggle to breathe and experi- ence a sensation of air hunger. Patients may be limited in their activities of daily living, and even leaving their home can be a challenge. Sleep quality is im- paired in patients with COPD, and daytime energy levels are attuned to their symptoms and men. “Women are thought to be be attributed to COPD, experts spirometry. “Previous studies decreased,” Dr. Gaurav Singh, tend to seek medical care when more susceptible to the effects say many physicians still hold have shown that women may be a clinical assistant professor symptomatic. In addition, wom- of tobacco smoke. While the biased views that it’s a man’s less likely than men to be diag- of pulmonary and critical care en with COPD are more likely reasons for this are unknown, disease. “Smoking rates have nosed with COPD or tested with medicine at Stanford Univer- to have comorbid anxiety and some theories suggest that this increased in women over the spirometry due to physician sity, told Healthline. COPD depression as compared to men may be due to women having past several decades, while they bias, despite presenting with is the third-leading cause of with COPD, which may affect smaller airways than men on have declined in men. This is similar symptoms; hopefully death from disease in the United perception of COPD respiratory average, which results in ex- likely an important reason that this will continue to change as States. Women are more likely symptoms,” Wilgus told Health- posure to smoke at higher con- COPD is now more common in we increase awareness about to die from COPD than men. line. Dr. Brooks Thomas Kuhn, centrations. Other biologic and women,” Singh said. “Women COPD in women,” Wilgus said.

THE US FIJI TIMES June 2019 Vol. 180 THE US FIJI TIMES June 2019 Vol. 180 GO FIJI GO 32 THE US FIJI TIMES World News Indian election results: Narendra Modi’s up- coming landslide victory ures showed. Foreign Minister NDTV and rival channel CNN than surveys indicated in the Sushma Swaraj, also a senior News 18 have called the elec- run-up to the vote, when most BJP leader, said on Twitter the tion for Modi’s coalition, the polls showed it would be the BJP had won a “massive vic- National Democratic Alliance largest alliance but would fall tory”. The mood was upbeat at (NDA). The NDA’s predicted short of an overall majority. BJP headquarters in New Delhi, margin of victory is much larger with party workers setting off firecrackers and cheering as TV channels reported the margin of victory. “It’s a huge mandate for positive politics and the poli- cies of Narendra Modi,” said GVL Narasimha Rao, a BJP Indian Prime Minister Naren- di’s Hindu-nationalist Bharatiya spokesman.“It’s a huge win for dra Modi has swept to a huge Janata Party (BJP) ahead in 299 India. We are humbled by the election victory, his foreign of the 542 seats available, more magnificence of this victory.” minister says, giving his party than the 272 seats needed for a Congress leaders were sombre. a mandate to pursue policies majority in the lower house of “It’s obviously not in our fa- that put Hindus first, are mainly parliament. That would give it vour at all,” said Salman Soz, a business-friendly and take a the first back-to-back majority Congress spokesman. “We need hard line on national security. for a single party since 1984. to wait for the full results but Official data from India’s Elec- The main opposition Congress right now it doesn’t look good.” tion Commission showed Mo- Party was ahead in 50 seats, fig- European parliament elections: The Brexit effect Remember that domino effect ing: Brexit. The social divisions wouldn’t disagree. After she The Greens dream of becoming France have his centrist alliance Brexit was predicted to trigger that the 2016 referendum has and her European colleagues kingmakers in the new Euro- neck-and-neck with Marine Le back in 2016? Frexit (France driven through British society; had finished with the EU, she pean Parliament too. It’s very Pen.Overall though, pro-EU leaving the EU), Italexit (Italy the destructive tangle that UK told me, she was sure that those likely that we’ll see a similar groups will likely dominate walking out the door), Nexit politics finds itself in, in a par- who had voted Leave in the UK trend to one we’ve witnessed the new European Parliament. (the Netherlands following suit) liament, traditionally revered would want to join their new in general election after general The traditional centre-left (so- and so on? Fast-forward almost across Europe as “the mother “European Union of indepen- election across the EU: a slap in cial democrat) and centre-right three years and here we are, it’s of parliaments”, has shocked dent nations”. What the Euro- the face for traditional political (Christian-democrat/conserva- European Parliament elections European voters and frankly put pean Parliament has been up to parties that have governed Eu- tive) factions may be in danger time - and although Eurosceptic them off. Alice Weidel, one of How does voting work in Eu- rope since the end of World War of losing their overall majority parties are expected to make the leaders of Germany’s Euros- ropean elections? But opinion Two. New political climate may for the first time, but they’ll still a strong showing at the polls, ceptic AfD party, said recently polls, plus relations between all boost European Greens Candi- probably emerge as the two big- there’s barely a peep amongst that she regretted her group’s these nationalist groups (some dates spar on TV for top EU job gest groups. Yet this threatens them (UK parties remaining flirtation with “Dexit” (an EU are warm towards Moscow, oth- The EU’s Big Two - the govern- to be a very splintered parlia- the exception) about leaving exit for Deutschland, the Ger- ers hostile; some want a dis- ments of France and Germany ment. Finding consensus to the EU. Why have European man word for Germany). Her tribution system for migrants - are jumpy. Haemorrhaging make or change laws will be voters gone off the idea? In feeling was that it lost them arriving in Europe, others hate votes in Brussels will further a challenge when the popular part, this is down to a grow- potential voters. So, ahead of the idea) suggests Mrs Le Pen weaken Chancellor Merkel and shout for change is at its loudest. ing awareness that the world this week’s election for the Eu- and her colleagues may find it President Macron at home. Both Still, let’s not forget, while the out there is downright unpre- ropean Parliament, Europe’s difficult to get enough votes to leaders have kept an extremely European Parliament plays an dictable: with President Trump right-wing nationalists - includ- transform the EU as they wish, low profile during the European important role, the real power to in the White House; Russian ing Marine Le Pen of France, never mind being able to work election campaign. This when - reform the European Union lies President Putin at large around Italy’s firebrand deputy prime together effectively enough in you’ll remember - Emmanuel not with MEPs but with national the European corner; looming minister Matteo Salvini, and European Parliament. Rather Macron presented himself as leaders: the prime ministers and trade wars; the environment in the AfD - have been calling to than the screaming headline Mr Europe in his push to be- presidents of the EU’s 28 (27) a mess; and the threat of mass “change the EU from the inside” “surge of the far right” to de- come French president. Rather member states. migration to this continent rather than walk away from it fine these elections, I’d opt for: crushingly for him, the polls in from poorer parts of the globe. altogether.After the vote, they “Hunger for change”. Change A really simple guide to the hope to become the third largest is something you hear voters European elections Why Eu- faction in the European Parlia- calling for across the EU right ropean vote is moment of truth ment. And they have the EU now: change in the way national for nationalists The conclusion establishment rattled. EU Eco- governments are run; change amongst many in Europe is that nomics Commissioner Pierre in the way the EU works.But it’s safer to stick together. Ac- Moscovici describes these elec- not everyone is looking to the cording to opinion polls, the EU tions as the “most delicate and nationalist right for answers. is now more popular than it has most dangerous ever”. He told The far left, the populist left been since the early 1980s.But me the nationalist Eurosceptics (like Spain’s Podemos), single there’s another big reason that threatened to “destroy the EU issue parties and environmen- leaving is no longer so appeal- as we know it”. Marine Le Pen tal groups also expect a boost.

THE US FIJI TIMES June 2019 Vol. 180 THE US FIJI TIMES 33 World News ‘Killer’ teen’s chilling 911 call after dad’s grisly dog collar murder When multi-millionaire Wil- pulse, he wasn’t breathing. His vived.” Sharon and Bill Bishop liam “Bill” Bishop was found heart wasn’t beating.” Opera- had finalised their divorce just unconscious in his home theatre tor: “Is there anyone else at the weeks earlier and she had lost with a dog leash wound tightly home with you?” Alexander: custody of Alexander and his around his neck and the animal “No. (Pause) I don’t know if brother Jefferson in the pro- still attached, it appeared he I can go in there again. I don’t cess.Meanwhile investigators was the victim of a freak ac- want to look at him.” Operator: suspected foul play and soon cident. The grim discovery was “I understand sir.” In fact, Bill found a motive — $A700,000 made on April 18, last year by Bishop was still alive although worth of cash and gold ingots his 16-year-old son Alexander, deprivation of oxygen had stored in a safe near the home who had been alone with Mr caused devastating brain dam- entertainment room where Mr Bishop in the family’s $A1.4 age. The 57-year-old property Bishop was found. A forensic million North Carolina man- developer would cling to life for examination of Alexander’s sion at the time. The teenager three days before succumbing mobile phone showed he had affidavit tendered to court -re which his lawyers told the made two calls, the first to his to a massive heart attack with- searched online about the value vealed more about Alexander’s mother Sharon and the second out regaining consciousness. of gold, how to calculate the court their client was innocent, allegations regarding mistreat- to police, telling the dispatcher: Alarm bells started ringing for value of an estate and how to although he is yet to officially ment at the hands of his father. “I think my dad is dead”. He authorities almost immediately. transfer bank accounts after a enter a plea. Meanwhile, Mr “He explained that his father told the 911 operator that he An ambulance supervisor later death. When the autopsy report Bishop’s significant fortune is verbally abused him and his had found his father unrespon- told police Alexander had told came back with a finding of ho- currently the subject of an ugly mum for a number of years,” sive “with a dog leash wrapped one of the responding paramed- micide, detectives swooped, ar- court battle. His girlfriend of the document said. “(He said) three times around his neck ics “he wasn’t going to be upset resting Alexander and charging one year, clinical psychologist there had never been anything and the dog still attached” at about his father dying”. “He ex- him with murder in February. Julie Seel, has been granted in- physical to occur, just constant about 6pm. The “dog got his, plained that his father verbally An independent pathologist terim control of his $A8million verbal abuse over minor things like, collar wrapped around his abused him and his mum for a hired by his mother Sharon has estate after successfully arguing like dishes being left in the sink throat,” Alexander said.An ed- number of years,” the supervisor cast doubt on the murder rul- she needs to protect his assets. and homework not completed.” ited transcript of the call goes said. “Alexander also said he ing, concluding “the manner of Mr Bishop’s ex-wife Sharon Alexander was granted bail at as follows: Alexander: “When was extremely fearful for what death in this case should remain and sons have tried and failed a hearing last month, during to overturn the ruling. I got in there and checked his his father would do if he sur- undetermined”.A search warrant Tourists injured in bus blast in Egypt near the famed pyramids of Giza Egyptian officials say a road- is located adjacent to the Giza “very loud explosion” while side bomb has hit a tourist bus Pyramids but is not yet open to sitting in traffic near the site near the Giza Pyramids, wound- tourists. The bus was carrying of the blast. Pictures posted on ing at least 17 people, including at least 25 people mostly from social media showed a bus with tourists. The officials said the South Africa, officials added. some of its windows blown out bus was travelling on a road There were no reports of deaths. or shattered, and debris in the close to the under-construction A witness, Mohamed el-Man- road next to a low wall with a Grand Egyptian Museum, which douh, told Reuters he heard a hole in it. The explosion dam-

aged a windshield of another near the famed pyramids in less car, they said. Egypt has battled than six months.In December, Islamic militants for years in the three Vietnamese tourists and an Sinai Peninsula in an insurgency Egyptian guide were killed and that has occasionally spilt over at least 10 others injured when to the mainland, hitting minor- a roadside bomb hit their tour ity Christians or tourists. The bus less than 4 kilometres from attack comes as Egypt’s vital the Giza pyramids. At least 12 tourism industry is showing people have been injured in a signs of recovery after years blast targeting a tourist bus near in the doldrums because of the the new Egyptian museum close political turmoil and violence to the Giza Pyramids, two se- that followed a 2011 uprising curity sources say. The sources that toppled former leader Hosni said that most of the injuries on Mubarak. It is the second at- Sunday were foreign tourists. tack to target foreign tourists THE US FIJI TIMES June 2019 Vol. 180 THE US FIJI TIMES June 2019 Vol. 180 GO FIJI GO 34 THE US FIJI TIMES Sports News Rugby World Cup organizers prepared for natural disasters With the final countdown to this year’s Rugby World Cup in Japan well under way, orga- nizers are focusing their efforts on contingency planning in the notoriously earthquake and typhoon-prone country, tour- nament director Alan Gilpin told AFP. On the pitch, Gilpin predicted the 2019 edition of rugby’s showpiece would be the “most competitive ever” with a narrowing gap between the top 15 teams, and host Japan “definitely” capable of reach- ing its first quarterfinal. Japan is especially vulnerable to extreme weather in September, when the tournament will be in full swing, he noted. In September last year, one typhoon knocked out Kan- ready.” One year after typhoon preparations for the first World esting is that the top 15 teams really give the Japanese public sai International Airport and an- Trami lashed Japan, the equiva- Cup held outside a traditional are probably closer than they’ve something to cheer about,” he other lashed the whole country, lent weekend in 2019 will see rugby stronghold, Gilpin said ever been. It’s very competi- said of the Brave Blossoms. forcing authorities to take the five games across the country, his concerns had been ad- tive now,” he said, noting that Gilpin also clarified the tour- highly unusual step of canceling including the blockbuster Aus- dressed. With new players and Fiji recently beat France for nament’s position on tattoos, public transport in Tokyo. That tralia-Wales encounter in Tokyo improved facilities as the legacy the first time. Gilpin also men- worn by many rugby players month, a strong earthquake also and Japan taking on high-flying of the six-week tournament, the tioned grand-slam champion but linked by some Japanese rocked the northern island of Ireland, Gilpin noted. However, 2019 World Cup could be “the Ireland, which defeated the All to organized crime. He said Hokkaido, killing dozens and he stressed it was possible to most impactful ever,” he said. Blacks in November, as well as there was no question of rugby knocking out power. “A lot of make plans even for the vaga- “We will have taken the sport “great tournament sides” Argen- officials demanding body ink what we will do in the coming ries of the weather and seismic forward more than we would tina and Australia as potential be covered up but that players six months is contingency plan- activity. “Our view is that you have done in England or New challengers to New Zealand’s would police themselves. “They ning,” Gilpin said in an inter- can plan for it. You’ve just got Zealand or France and that is crown. “Probably New Zealand know if they are in a public area view, adding organizers needed to make sure you’ve worked why we’re here.” The rugby hi- are feeling a bit more nervous . . . actually it is appropriate to to plan for eventualities such through all those different per- erarchy aims to use the World than they have been in the past cover up tattoos. And they are as losing a stadium or major mutations,” he said.Knockout Cup as a springboard to promote few World Cups,” he said. By very comfortable with that. It’s transport hub at the height of matches can be postponed but the game throughout Asia and running in five tries against not a question of us needing to the tournament. “It would ap- the pool schedule is too packed announced last month they had the All Blacks late last year, lay out any rules,” he stressed. pear that it’s that first period of for this, meaning that an appar- hit a target of 1 million partici- Japan has shown it could be a “It’s a bit of a non-issue for us the tournament — when it is still ent mismatch such as New Zea- pants in a continent seen as a “dangerous side” for anyone in which has been turned into an typhoon season — that we’re land-Namibia could be declared huge growth area. On the pitch, a group that includes Ireland issue here in Japan. I don’t think likely to have some issues. a draw if the elements intervene. Gilpin said it could be a World and Scotland. “We’d love to there’s any confusion among the That is the busiest part of the After some initial worries over Cup of shocks. “What’s inter- see them doing well. It would teams or players.” tournament so we’ve got to be Wallabies different without Folau: Hansen All Blacks coach Steve Han- field, Hansen said counterpart players in with similar skill.” sen says the Wallabies will be Michael Cheika faces a race Folau’s actions delivered a re- a different team without Israel against time to instil a new play- minder to players about the need Folau and will need to move ing method without Folau, who for care when making public quickly to replace his game- has been Australia’s key attack- pronouncements, Hansen said. breaking qualities. Hansen ing weapon since his 2013 Test Being sensible on social media said the termination of Folau’s debut. “They will be different, had become a necessary duty four-year contract was disap- like he’s such a great player and for any professional player be- pointing for rugby in Australia it’s disappointing for Australia cause of their profile, he said. and a lesson to all players about that this whole thing has hap- “People can have their own be- the perils of social media. He pened,” Hansen told journal- liefs, there’s nothing wrong with hoped the sport could put all ists. “It has and they’ll want to that, as long as it’s not damag- the negative headlines behind move on from that. “When you ing the beliefs of the team or it following the drawn-out pro- play Test matches you want to the organisation that you work cess that has resulted in the star play against the best but they’ve for,” he said. 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ARIES LIBRA (Mar. 21- April 20) (Sept. 24 -Oct. 23) Family get-togethers will be interesting. You may Your high energy will enable you to take the role of have to explain your actions to your family. Talk to leader in group functions. Direct your energy wisely. an older family member you have helped in the past. Your passionate mood will be well received by your Romance appears. mate. You may get some opposition. Personal changes will be to your benefit. Your luckiest events this month will occur on a Saturday. Your luckiest events this month will occur on a Sat- urday. TAURUS (Apr. 21- may 21) SCORPIO Your stubbornness coupled with your mate’s jeal- (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) ousy don’t make for a favorable time. You will attract Residential moves will be in your best interest. Put potential lovers, but be sure that they’re unattached. your efforts into your work or money making ventures Your ability to relate will close the generation gap. rather than your emotional life. Your health may suffer It may not be the best day to confront employers or if you don’t control your present situation. Get involved to present your ideas. in a competitive sport that will bring the challenges you thrive on. Your luckiest events this month will occur on a Sunday. Your luckiest events this month will occur on a Friday.

GEMINI SAGITTARIUS (May 22-June 21) (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) You need an outlet. You don’t need to pay out in An older loved one may be having problems. Don’t order to have fun. You could find yourself having expect support from your mate. Try to curb your tongue problems with coworkers and employers. It’s time and let others at least get a word in. Do what you can to to reevaluate your own motives and make changes help them but don’t neglect your own family. to yourself first. Your luckiest events this month will occur on a Sat- Your luckiest events this month will occur on a urday. Monday. CAPRICORN CANCER (Dec 22.- Jan. 20) (June 22-July 22) Your tendency to overreact could get you into trou- New romantic partners will evolve through group ble. Try not to be so demonstrative. You can expect to endeavors; however, the association may not be likely have a passionate time if you go out with someone you to last. You should get involved in competitive sports are romantically interested in. You need to be around this month. You need to get out and challenge yourself. friends and family. You must be careful not to trust just anyone. Your luckiest events this month will occur on a Tues- Your luckiest events this month will occur on a day. Thursday. AQUARIUS LEO (Jan. 21 -Feb. 19) (July 23-Aug 22) Be careful not to take on other people’s problems. Call someone you haven’t seen in a long time. You may find yourself in a financial bind. Get into some Avoid any erratic behavior or it could cause isolation activities that will help you in making new friends. at home. You must steer clear of overindulgent indi- Deception and doubts may surround your involvement viduals. Travel will be fun, but expect it to cost you. with friends and relatives. You may have taken on a little too much, but you will enjoy every minute of it. Your luckiest events this month will occur on a Wednesday. Your luckiest events this month will occur on a Sat- urday. VIRGO (Aug. 23 -Sept. 23) PISCES Make sure that new mates live up to your high (Feb. 20-Mar. 20) standards. Travel will result in new romantic attrac- Compromise may be necessary. You can’t help ev- tions. Those who have been too demanding should eryone. Your ability to deal with humanitarian groups be put in their place or out to pasture. Call someone will enhance your reputation. Be prepared to neutralize you haven’t seen in a long time. any threats.

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sions also included the impacts of climate change in on his Is- land of Rotuma and how it was Yalo” was praised by the UNSG Secretary-General His Excel- affecting the livelihood of the for their determination in raising lency António Guterres at the people that reside on the island. awareness on climate change Grand Pacific Hotel which was MEETING WITH STU- and their sustainable lifestyle. attended by cabinet ministers, DENTS LAYING OF WREATH members of parliament and The “Fiji Schools for Cli- In a moving ceremony, His members of the diplomatic corp. mate Action” event also gave Excellency António Guterres Speaking at the event, PM UNSG His Execllency An- in a moving also paid tribute to Bainimarama thanked the Unit- tónio Guterres an opportunity our fallen Servicemen by lay- ed Nations Secretary-General to meet with secondary school ing a wreath of the famous red H.E António Guterres for his students at Suva’s Albert Park. MEETING WITH FORUM buildup to the UN 2019 Climate The event was organized by the LEADERS Summit to be held in September. Fiji COP23 Presidency Secre- The Secretary-General His Prime Minister Bainimarama tariat and the German Agency Excellency António Guterres reassured the UNSG that Fiji for International Development also addressed Pacific Island will continue to answer the call Cooperation (GIZ), in partner- leaders at the Pacific Islands to serve in UN peacekeeping ship with the Fiji Ministry of Forum Secretariat in Suva and operations in conflict zones Education, Heritage and Arts reiterated UN’s commitment to around the world, a commit- and where students expressed

their messages through various forms and media and art. USP VISIT Youth panelists representing various perspectives, while highlighting the impact of cli- mate on women, indigenous people and for persons living with disabilities, were part of the “Youth Action for Climate Change” held at the University of the South Pacific in Suva. addressing Climate Change. . ment which Fiji has long been His António Guterres said his poppy flower. high praise of Fiji and efforts The Pacific leaders, includ- proud to uphold. visit to this part of the world was The wreath laying ceremony to make this country a place of ing Fijian Prime Minister Frank In response, the UN Secre- essentially to express solidar- also signifies Fiji’s 40 years of inclusiveness, equality, diver- Bainimarama and PIFS chair tary-General commended the ity with the strong voice of the service in peacekeeping in pro- sity and tolerance. Nauru President His Excellency Fijian Government for its com- Pacific on climate change but it tecting innocent civilians and “I thank him for his recogni- Baron Waqa, were also briefed mitment towards peacekeeping was more than that. children in areas around the tion of our outsized leadership by Pacific Youths on the urgent and the enormous courage and UTO NI YALO world fraught with danger and within the United Nations, in- call for Climate Change Aware- determination shown by Fijian cluding our presidency of the ness as part of the Interactive soldiers and police officers. UN General Assembly, our High Level Political Dialogue COURTESY CALL TO H.E presidency of COP23, our co- at PIFS. His Excellency António chairmanship of the first Oceans BILATERAL MEETING Guterres also paid a courtesy Conference, our representa- WITH FIJI PM visit to Fijian President His Ex- tion on the UN Human Rights A Bilateral meetings was also cellency the President, Major- Council, and our outsized role convened between Fijian Prime General (Ret’d) Jioji Konusi in the UN’s global peacekeeping Minister Voreqe Bainimarama Konrote at Borron House . missions in some of the most and His Excellency António It was also an opportunity violence-inflicted pockets of Guterres with discussions cen- for both leaders to discuss the the globe.” THE US FIJI TIMES June 2019 Vol. 180 THE US FIJI TIMES June 2019 Vol. 180 GO FIJI GO 48 THE US FIJI TIMES

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to look good. “The color choice potential accidents and traffic “We’re talking about trying to was based on what your eye is situations.” And what is Bolt’s get from place to place, this going to see faster,” explains response to the detractors who is what I’m focused on: How on safety grounds and Paris is If there’s one thing the Haynes. “Yellow is the fastest say scooters should only be I’m going to be safe and how soon to introduce a sidewalk ban world’s fastest man can’t stand, color that your brain sees and for kids? “These are grown I’m going to get there on time. of its own in September. But it’s going slowly. Usain Bolt’s so we can prevent a lot of the up, these are solid!” he laughs. “Come on, if I’m doing some- career as a sprinter has taken Bolt, co-founder and brand am- him to all corners of the globe bassador for the company, and and to some of the busiest cit- Sarah Haynes, co-CEO of Bolt ies on the planet. “I’ve been to Mobility, remain confident the New York, London, Paris and product can be a success.”We’re one thing I’ve noticed is that actually meeting with city offi- we all complain about traffic!” cials to sign an agreement to be olt tells CNN’s Anna Stewart. good citizens and good actors in To combat this problem, the France and that’s really, really eight-time Olympic champion important for us as a company,” -- world record holder in the says Haynes. Lime, Bird, Skip, 100m and 200m -- has come Spin are just some of the rival up with a practical and environ- scooter names in an already mentally friendly solution: An crowded market. Bolt argues electric scooter. Bolt Mobility that his scooter is different, al- launched in the US last year lowing for bag, shopping and and has now come to Europe, mobile phone storage, all while this week launching in Paris, reaching top speeds of up to 15 France.However, several Euro- miles per hour. And the bright pean cities have banned scooters yellow color scheme isn’t just

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