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 18 Dec. About.com… Goa is one of the best places to spend Christmas in India. Its many beautiful old Portuguese style churches overflow with people and Christmas cheer. Christmas carols are sung and many of the churches hold midnight mass on Christmas Eve. Christmas decorations adorn houses, streets, and market places. Beach parties also abound… 224 words.
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| Death: Father D'Arcy de Souza | |||
 17 Dec: UCAN. The oldest priest in Karachi archdiocese, Father D'Arcy de Souza, has died at the age of 96… He passed away on Dec. 10 at the Holy Family hospital, the only Catholic hospital in the city. He served in Karachi archdiocese for 60 years …About 700 attended his funeral on Dec. 12 at the cathedral… He was principal of St. Patrick's High School from 1958 to 1964... 336 words. | |||
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| Woman resists molestation bid, stabs man to death | |||
18 Dec: Herald. A notorious criminal Tadev Diniz (45) was stabbed to death by an angry woman, Filsu alias Rani (45), outside a hotel at Margao on Thursday evening. The woman resisted the attempt to molest the woman, who, in a fit of rage is believed to have removed a knife from her bag and stabbed … Tadev has been twice convicted for rape and molestation… 364 words. | |||
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| Michael D’Souza: London, in a Lofty View | |||
 17 Dec: The New York Times. Michael D’Souza, the owner of Mufti, a home furnishings store in London, bought his 1,500-square-foot apartment near the Thames for around $650,000 in 2002…. There are also a number of pieces that reflect his itinerant life. Mr. D’Souza, who is from India, studied and worked in the United States and Thailand before moving to London in 1997…
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| Video: Parrikar alleges alcohol scam in the state | |||
 17 Dec: Goa 365 via Navhind Times. Leader of the Opposition Mr Parrikar [photo] on Thursday alleged in the Goa Assembly that an alcohol scam to the tune of Rs.40 crore was being carried out in collusion with the state excise commissioner and officials of the excise department…8m.48s.
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| Germany: Goan Assoc. X’mas Party 2009 From Vito Oliveira: The Goan Association Germany (GAG) organized their annual Christmas Party on the 28 Nov. … Music was by Goan Fusion – the band members drove all the way from Paris to entertain a very large crowd that attended… For the album of 56 photos, select the link below. more info... | |||
| Russian rape case: Supreme court refuses bail to rape accused 18 Dec: 15:41 IST. PTI. The supreme court today refused to grant anticipatory bail to Goa politician John Fernandes, accused of raping a Russian girl. A sessions judge in Goa had granted bail which was then revoked by the High Court … Full Text. | |||
| Goa minister unable to demolish illegal resort, apologises 18 Dec: IANS. State Environment Minister Aleixo Sequeira Friday apologised to the legislative assembly for his inability to demolish an illegal resort owned by a firm run by Russians, who are being probed by the enforcement directorate… The controversial resort in Morjim is one of 286 properties purchased by foreigners that are being probed by the enforcement directorate… 259 words. Full Text. | |||
| Oskar Kuchera settles in a house in Goa 17 Dec: Экспресс газета (Russia). Actor and TV presenter, Oskar Kuchera and his family fly away soon to Goa .. Kuchera actually owns his own house there. He personally designed it, supervised the building and furnishing … living there is uplifting says Oskar. “You can not imagine the pleasure of sleeping on a mattress made of coconut coir … 516 words + photos. Machine translation. Full Text. | |||
| India food prices hit 10-year high 18 Dec: BBC. Food prices in India have risen to a high of nearly 20% over last year, the highest rate in a decade… overall inflation in India could be close to 7% by end of March next year… 251 words. more info... | |||
| Travel Postcard: 48 hours in Goa 18 Dec: China Daily. A small state on India's Western coast, Goa boasts of quaint Portuguese colonial charm, sun-kissed beaches and great seafood. Goa is also favorite haunt for domestic and international travelers, and Reuters correspondents with local knowledge help visitors get the most out of a visit to this beach town… 998 words. Full Text. | |||
| Sun, sand and suspense – Goa stayed newsy (Flashback 2009) 18 Dec: IANS. The mysterious death of a Russian woman and the alleged rape of another rocked Goa this year. The accidental arrest of a serial killer and a cyclone that killed several fishermen also made news. Ten landmark events of 2009 from the state … 584 words. Full Text. | |||
| Goa home minister warns of ’spectacular’ terror violence 17 Dec: IANS. Goa Home Minister Ravi Naik Thursday told the Goa Legislative Assembly that Pakistan-based terrorists groups could indulge in “spectacular violence” in Goa… 280 words. Full Text. | |||
| Russian Rape Case Developments Video: Russian Consulate Slams Goa Govt. 17 Dec: Times Now TV. 1m. 49s. Click here. Editorial: What Not To Say. 18 Dec. Times of India. 412 words. Click here. Oppn Takes on CM for Projecting Goa Unsafe After Dusk. 17 Dec: Outlook. 341 words. Click here. | |||
| UK: FORTHCOMING EVENTS: Sun 20 Dec from 1pm - 4.45pm. SE Goans Christmas Special. Children's & Senior Citizens party. St Stephens Hall, 26 Deepdene Rd, Welling, Kent DA16 3QL. Senior citizens meal + wine, £3.50 member, non member £4.00 - everyone is welcome. Kids £2.00 each includes buffet & soft drink, kids under 2 years - FREE. Fun afternoon for all ages- music, bingo, raffles, licensed bar, navity play, kids fun time and games, magician and meet Fr Xmas. Tickets & Information: Ronald Fernandes 0208 298 9263, Sharon Pinto 01322 400 732 or mobile 07990 821108, Tatanya D'Souza 0208 316 1473. Email- c.pinto2@ntlworld.com CANCELLED: Sat 26 Dec. from 3pm-9pm.Viva Goa Entertainment UK presents "LET'S PARTY". For the "New Year's Eve" dance at Hounslow which is going ahead, contact Francisco 02089329375/07957206169 or Calwin Barretto 07904661598. Sat. 26 Dec. Goan Ohana Leicester Dreams (G.O.L.D.). Golden Christmas Dance at The Venue, Britannia Way, off 928a Melton Road, Leicester. LE4 8GR. Dancing to Maz & Co from London. 7.00pm-12.30am. Dress code: Gold/Black ball gowns and Tuxedos/ ties (optional). Food served, prizes galore, spot prizes. Contact Clara 0116 2767336, Victor 0116 2555891, Joyce 0116 2664202. www.goanevent.com Thu. 31 Dec. Goan Ohana Leicester Dreams (G.O.L.D.). Masquerade New Years Ball at Midlands Co-Operative Sports & Social Club, Birstall Road, Birstall, Leicester, LE4 4DE. Dancing to Illusions from London.7.00pm-1.00am. Dress code: Velvet/Feathers/Masquerade masks, Ball gowns and Tuxedo Capes (optional). Food served, prizes galore, spot prizes. Contact Clara 0116 2767336, Victor 0116 2555891, Joyce 0116 2664202. www.goanevent.com Thu. 31 Dec. North London Goans invites you to the 'New Year's Eve Dance' at Woodside High School Hall (Formerly White Hart Lane School, Opp. New River Sports Centre), White Hart Lane, Wood Green, London, N22 5QJ Music by Say-One-Do-One (Disco). From 7pm - 2am. For tickets contact: Tony Gomes 020 8245 1364, Seby D'Silva 020 8245 5463, Joe Telles 020 8443 1014, Oboe Noronha 020 8340 0439, Cos Fernandes 020 8888 8659, Meredith Soares 020 8803 4173, John Fernandes 020 8881 4579, Frank Mendes 020 8888 1400, Seby Fernandes 020 8800 5159 or Bernadette Dias 020 8361 9417. Book early to avoid disappointment, tickets will NOT be sold at the door. Thu. 31 Dec. S.E. Goans New Years Ball 7pm -1.15am. St Marks Hall, Old Mill Road, Plumstead, London SE18 1QE. Tickets, inc. snacks, £7.50 members and non members £8.50. Meals available on the night. Children under 10 FREE if accompanied by an adult. New and Exciting Band "Mellow Tones" : + Disco. Variety of music for all ages. Dress code- Strictly formal. Raffles galore, spot prizes/children's prizes and competitions. Licensed bar + ample parking. More information and tickets, call Chris 01322 400732, Ronald 0208 298 9263, Leo 01784 439594, Tatanya 0208 316 1473 For the flyer, click here. Thu. 31 Dec. 7pm. New Year Event. Middlesex Goans presents 3rd Annual New Year's Eve Ball at Greenford Town Hall, Ruislip Road, junction with Oldfield Lane South, Greenford UB6 9QN. UK's top Goan band BREAKTHRU & DJ ASIAN RAG - Dress code Formal - Price £15 (Excluding meal) p/person & children under five years free. Bar & Catering available, prizes galore, spot prizes. Contact: Antonio 0208 2307801, Arthur 0208 8649136, Sara 0208 2487387 or Francisco 0208 3574281. For the flyer, click here. Thu. 31 Dec: 7pm- 2am. St Diogo's & Saligao Associations' are hosting the "Roll on 2010" New Year's Eve Ball at Tolworth Recreation Centre, Fullers Way North, KT6 7LQ . Tickets are available @ Adults £26.00, 11-18 yrs £20.00 and 3-10 yrs £15.00 and includes a Goan buffet meal, sweets, snacks and entertainment with a live band and DJ. There is a bar available or BYO drinks. Dress code: Strictly Formal. Please apply early to avoid disappointment. No ticket sales at the door. Contacts: Roz Lobo (020 8542 0528), Jane Gracias (020 8543 5454) or Brian D'Sa (020 8543 6060). For help in locating Archbishop Lanfranc School, Croydon, click
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