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Top Stories: South Asian
Gold! Bright and yellow, hard and cold. (2010-07-29)
Gold. What South Asians used to buy not only for occassions but also just on a whim is now turning out to be a lot more dearer. But it might just be a good idea to buy the commodity as an investment. Rajeev Dhir (rajeev.dhir@rci.rogers.com) explains.
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+More tragedy for Pak as floods create havoc (2010-07-29)
The monsoon isn't bringing good news to Pakistan. After bad weather caused a plane to crash killing 150 people, it has now caused huge floods that has its river banks exploding onto the residential streets. We bring you this report.
+Funerals held for passengers aboard Pak flight (2010-07-29)
The rains definitely dint help rescue efforts in search for bodies from the crash site in Pakistan. Others who did manage to get the remains of their loved ones arranged for funeral rituals. Aadel Haleem (Aadel.Haleem@rci.rogers.com) brings you this report on how people in Edmonton, a home away from home, are sharing the grief.
+Air Crash in Pakistan (2010-07-28)
An Air Blue Domestic flight to Islamabad crashed into the mountains. All 152 passengers on board including crew members were killed. It has been termed the worst air disaster on Pakistani soil. Initial reports sight bad weather as the cause. Here are the details.
+Sorrow engulfs families after losing loved ones (2010-07-28)
Little did the families of the passengers on board Air Blue think it would be their last goodbye. But it did turn out that way. As many families cope with the loss of their loved ones some are also raising questions whether there was foul play. Aadel Haleem (aadel.haleem@rci.rogers.com) brings you this report.
+Racism by Calgary cops? (2010-07-28)
Now the niqab or burqa ban debate does raise the issue of tolerance. Some might protest about it. Others -- like a calgary liberal candidate will tweet about it. But this is one tweet that is drawing some heat.. Because its about racism by Calgary cops . Rajeev dhir (rajeev.dhir@rci.rogers.com) now on why the buzz has police and polticians talking..
+Upbeat Pak Cricket Team gearing up for battle against England (2010-07-28)
Cricket seems to be one thing that's definitely going Pakistan's way. After their win against Australia, their first test win after 15 years, the team is all set to face England. And looks like this contest is sure to be a crowd puller.
+Nepal Monk (2010-07-28)
He's from Nepal. One of the countries with the lowest literacy rates in the world. And when he was just fifteen old -- he decided to change things. He's even been featured in a documentary called the buddha. Now, he's in edmonton to raise funds for the kids he feels so passionately about. On thursday he'll share his thoughts on buddha's teachings. But before that, he chats with bhinder sajan (bhinder.sajan@rci.rogers.com) about the work this buddhist monk has been doing.
+Is smoking hookah working as an alternative to smoking cigarettes? (2010-07-27)
According to a survey conducted by the University of Montreal, 23% of Calgarians said that they puffed on a hookah. But many of them were non smokers. So is a hookah really organic and safe? Many health experts would differ stating that all smoke has carcinogens in it. Rajeev Dhir (rajeev.dhir@rci.rogers.com) reports.
+Date Safe Relationship Handbook - Now for parents. (2010-07-27)
Looks like it is time for parents of South Asian communities to stop turning a blind eye and start talking about relationships with their kids. And young social workers are translating books to help parents understand and keep abreast. Also with the rise of domestic violence and honour killings, different organizations seem to be doing their part in helping newcomers deal with issues. Aadel Halem (aadel.haleem@rci.rogers.com)reports.
Today's Headlines: July 29, 2010
Help On The Way For Flood Victims
Help is on the way for victims of a flood last month in southeastern Alberta. The province has just started sending out cheques. And now, a bank is also lending a bit of a hand. The premier says the province is busy processing more than 23 hundred applications for flood relief. About 140 cheques have been issued since the province announced the 203 million dollar flood aid package earlier this month. Meanwhile, the bank of Montréal has also launched a prairie-wide program. The bank says clients can apply for deferred principal payments, or have their fees waived on new loan applications or renewals. B-m-o says the move compliments federal and provincial aid, as well as crop insurance and excess moisture programs.
Canadian teen detained in Cuba may be headed home: reports
A Canadian teen held in Cuba for three months could return home soon following talks between Minister of State of Foreign Affairs Peter Kent and a high-level Cuban official in Ottawa. Cody LeCompte of Ontario has been detained in Cuba since an April 29 car accident while on family vacation. The 19-year-old was driving a car that was hit by a dump truck, but was told he could not leave Cuba until a court decided whether he'd be charged.
Global warming undeniable, scientists say
Scientists from 48 countries, including Canada, say the world is indeed warming and the past decade was the warmest on record. The latest State of the Climate report found that every year between 2000 and 2009 was hotter than the average global temperature of the 1990's. The analysis focused on 10 measures of climate ranging from the well-known air temperature to changes in glaciers, humidity, sea level and ocean temperatures.
Expert panel calls for Canadians to cut salt intake
An expert panel is calling on Canadians to cut their sodium intake by one third by the year 2016 as part of a national campaign to reduce salt intake. The Health Canada working group says lowering one's average daily sodium intake to 2,300 milligrams would prevent thousands of premature deaths from heart disease and stroke each year, and save billions in health-care costs.
Canadian track championships underway
Hurdlers Perdita Felicien and Priscilla Lopes-Schliep are headlining the list of participants at the Canadian track and field championships, now underway in Toronto. The two will compete in the women's 100-metre hurdles on Saturday.
Police assist patient locked in acupuncture clinic
Police in Washington state say a woman had to call 911 to get out of an acupuncture clinic after workers locked up and went home while she still had needles stuck in her back. Officers believe the staffers forgot all about their patient.
Ottawa could balance budget earlier than forecast: report
In a new report, the Conference Board of Canada projects the federal deficit might be wiped out a year earlier than forecast by Ottawa. The think-tank says the recovery has been far stronger than estimated in the federal budget, leading to bigger tax revenues. It now projects that Ottawa will balance its budget in the 2014-2015 financial year.
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