Goan Voice Newsletter: Thursday 18 Oct. 2012
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Video: Julian Menezes, alleged victim of Montreal police officer, speaks out
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12 Oct: CTV Montreal. Stefanie Trudeau, a Montreal police officer was suspended Thursday by Montreal police after video of a violent arrest she made earlier this month appeared on television. Julian Menezes, 31, is a part-time lecturer at McGill University says he encountered Constable Trudeau last May… he offered to be a witness in another incident involving Trudeau and he was thrown to the ground and arrested… he received a $156 ticket for not co-operating with police, which he is fighting. He has also filed a complaint with the police ethics commission and the human rights tribunal… 3m. 02s. click here.
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UK: Lorna to perform in London & Swindon
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Sat. 24 Nov. Goemkar Entertainment presents, Natalamchi Bhett with Lorna & Agnelo. A Spectacular Live Musical Tribute to the Late Chris Perry & the Late Alfred Rose. Special guest appearance Rita Rose. Music Norman Cardoso. Copland Community College Hall, Cecil Avenue, Wembley, HA9 7DU at 5.00pm. For details contact:- Gregg 07931 753653, Camilo 020 8801 3637, Bella 020 8372 1253 or 07949 233307, Mattais 07810 18720 and Monty 07840 135121. For the flyer, click here.
Sun. 25 Nov. Punjabi Community Centre, Kembrey Street, Swindon, SN2 8AZ, Two Shows at 11.30 am and 5.30pm. For details contact: Monty 07840 135121, Gregg 07931 753653, Camilo 020 8801 3637, Bella 020 8372 1253 or 07949 233307, Mattais 07810 18720. For the flyer, click here.
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Death & Funeral details: Francis Lobo
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13 Oct: Northolt, London, UK. FRANCIS EDWIN LOBO. Born 1938; ex-Eldoret, Mombasa and Nairobi, Kenya. Husband of Sylvie (nee Fernandes). Father of Elaine and Neil. Brother of Tony and Ora. All are invited to his funeral. Vigil on Mon 29 Oct. 4.00pm at Bernard's Church, 17 Mandeville Rd, Northolt UB5 5HE. Funeral Mass Tuesday 30 Oct. 10.00am at St Bernard's Church, 17 Mandeville Rd, Northolt UB5 5HECremation. 11.45am Breakspear Crematorium, Breakspear Road, Ruislip, HA4 7SJ. Funeral Gathering 12.30pm at St Bernard's Church Hall, 17 Mandeville Rd, Northolt UB5 5HE. Francis Lobo specifically wished that no flowers were to be given, but instead would like donations to either Cancer Research UK or Diabetes UK Condolence to sylvielobo@hotmail.com
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Death: Alexander Fernandes
14 Oct: Leicester (UK). ALEXANDER FERNANDES. Aged 50. Beloved son of Effie and Diana, loving brother to Lucy, Augie, Anita and Errol. Alexander will be received in Sacred Heart RC Church, Mere Road, on Sunday 28th October at 7.00pm. Funeral Mass on Monday 29th at 1.00pm followed by cremation at Gilroes. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu for Advanced Housing & Support may be sent c/o Co-operative Funeralcare, 131 Humberstone Rd, Leicester. click here
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Editorial: Malarial Mess
18 Oct: Herald. It is natural to attribute the quantum jump in malaria cases in the State to the lax attitude of the authorities but there are multiple factors which may have accentuated the proliferation of mosquitoes in Goa … With the tourism season kicking off, the news of malaria hitting a four-year high does not augur well for the industry. It can have a depressing effect on the inflow of visitors, and there are incipient signs, online, of the possibility of a panic wave amongst putative tourists planning a Goa sojourn… A collective drive to protect Goa from this curse is the need of the hour. click here
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World’s Best Street Foods: 'Chouriços' Of Goa
18 Oct: El Pais (Spain). Yes, chourizos in India. Almost like ours, but with unique local spices. They are the culinary mark of Goa … There are numerous street carts selling these red sausages and can see these tasty chouriços adorning the streets, slowly drying on long ropes in the scorching sun. Seasoned with chili, vinegar, garlic and ginger, eaten alone or with pao (bread rolls). For a quick lunch drink a glass or two of feni, the local strong liquor from coconut or cashew which causes drowsiness…. click here
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Dinesh D'Souza Denies Affair, Forced to Resign from Kings College
18 Oct: Atlantic Wire. Dinesh D'Souza has resigned as president The King's College, the Manhattan Christian school announced on Thursday, even though he insisted that he did not cheat on his wife when he brought his new, young, blonde fiancee to an evangelical conference… click here
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Football: First impressions of Brandon Fernandes at Reading
18 Oct: Sports News Now (UK). Mike Steptoe has brought out some great talents like young Indian stalwart Brandon Fernandes. In a candid interview, he talks about first impressions of Brandon Fernandes… “We always knew he had the potential but it was critical that we have more time with him. Brandon is a very determined young man with good character and will be a role model for Indian football. He is a quick learner and hungry to perform at the highest level…” Photo. click here
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Colva activists cry foul over discharge of red coloured substance into creek
18 Oct: Herald. Colva activists cried foul over rampant discharge of a red coloured substance in the creek, claiming the discharge had resulted in fish mortality in the water body… The Colva creek had in the past come in handy for the hotels and restaurants along the water channel to discharge its waste … Photo. click here
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Australia: Prosecution sums up in Lloyd Rayney murder trial
18 Oct. WA Today (Aus). Prosecutors in the Lloyd Rayney murder trial have summed up their case, telling the Supreme Court the Perth barrister killed his wife "to stay in control"… Defence lawyers will sum up their case on Friday before Justice Brian Martin retires to consider his verdict… click here
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Bird-hit Air India flight flight takes off 3 hours late
18 Oct: Times of India. An Air India flight on Wednesday suffered bird-hit damage. Aviation sources said, "Miraculously, the hit occurred seconds before the flight could take off at the Dabolim airport." … 15 bird-hits have been reported in September. This was the official figure and others went unreported… if there is any causality due to a bird hit, a criminal offence would be registered against the authorities responsible for the disposal of garbage in the areas close to the airport… click here
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Toronto: Derek Lobo: Small investors discover commercial real estate
17 Oct: Toronto Star. Commercial real estate is in high demand as even amateur investors look for income-generating real estate … returns on investments for rental properties now averaging three to six per cent, says Derek Lobo, CEO of apartment brokerage Rock Advisors Inc. "Apartments really are the domain of mom and pop," says Lobo, "it's just that there's more competition for them now. People are saying, 'I'm getting a quarter per cent interest in the bank. I hate the stock markets, but I understand real estate.' … click here
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Lisbon: Goan Food Festival
17 Oct: Presstur. The Goan Food Festival is on Friday at “Delicia de Goa” Restaurante. … Crab or Prawn Curry and Chorizo Pulau are some of the dishes available on the day … The restaurant has created a special tasting menu with the choice from two starters, four main courses and two desserts, plus drinks and coffee for 25 euros per person… click here
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Weekly Weather & Exchange Rates
18 Oct: Goa Met.. Weather: Max = 34.5. Min =20.7 . Humidity = 41%. Rainfall: Nil
Exchange rates (Xcom): £ = 85.61; $ = 52.96; $Can = 54.17&; Euro = 69.48.
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Death: Alexander Fernandes
14 Oct: Leicester (UK). ALEXANDER FERNANDES. Aged 50. Beloved son of Effie and Diana, loving brother to Lucy, Augie, Anita and Errol. Alexander will be received in Sacred Heart RC Church, Mere Road, on Sunday 28th October at 7.00pm. Funeral Mass on Monday 29th at 1.00pm followed by cremation at Gilroes. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu for Advanced Housing & Support may be sent c/o Co-operative Funeralcare, 131 Humberstone Rd, Leicester. click here
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Editorial: Malarial Mess
18 Oct: Herald. It is natural to attribute the quantum jump in malaria cases in the State to the lax attitude of the authorities but there are multiple factors which may have accentuated the proliferation of mosquitoes in Goa … With the tourism season kicking off, the news of malaria hitting a four-year high does not augur well for the industry. It can have a depressing effect on the inflow of visitors, and there are incipient signs, online, of the possibility of a panic wave amongst putative tourists planning a Goa sojourn… A collective drive to protect Goa from this curse is the need of the hour. click here
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World’s Best Street Foods: 'Chouriços' Of Goa
18 Oct: El Pais (Spain). Yes, chourizos in India. Almost like ours, but with unique local spices. They are the culinary mark of Goa … There are numerous street carts selling these red sausages and can see these tasty chouriços adorning the streets, slowly drying on long ropes in the scorching sun. Seasoned with chili, vinegar, garlic and ginger, eaten alone or with pao (bread rolls). For a quick lunch drink a glass or two of feni, the local strong liquor from coconut or cashew which causes drowsiness…. click here
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Dinesh D'Souza Denies Affair, Forced to Resign from Kings College
18 Oct: Atlantic Wire. Dinesh D'Souza has resigned as president The King's College, the Manhattan Christian school announced on Thursday, even though he insisted that he did not cheat on his wife when he brought his new, young, blonde fiancee to an evangelical conference… click here
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Football: First impressions of Brandon Fernandes at Reading
18 Oct: Sports News Now (UK). Mike Steptoe has brought out some great talents like young Indian stalwart Brandon Fernandes. In a candid interview, he talks about first impressions of Brandon Fernandes… “We always knew he had the potential but it was critical that we have more time with him. Brandon is a very determined young man with good character and will be a role model for Indian football. He is a quick learner and hungry to perform at the highest level…” Photo. click here
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Colva activists cry foul over discharge of red coloured substance into creek
18 Oct: Herald. Colva activists cried foul over rampant discharge of a red coloured substance in the creek, claiming the discharge had resulted in fish mortality in the water body… The Colva creek had in the past come in handy for the hotels and restaurants along the water channel to discharge its waste … Photo. click here
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Australia: Prosecution sums up in Lloyd Rayney murder trial
18 Oct. WA Today (Aus). Prosecutors in the Lloyd Rayney murder trial have summed up their case, telling the Supreme Court the Perth barrister killed his wife "to stay in control"… Defence lawyers will sum up their case on Friday before Justice Brian Martin retires to consider his verdict… click here
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Bird-hit Air India flight flight takes off 3 hours late
18 Oct: Times of India. An Air India flight on Wednesday suffered bird-hit damage. Aviation sources said, "Miraculously, the hit occurred seconds before the flight could take off at the Dabolim airport." … 15 bird-hits have been reported in September. This was the official figure and others went unreported… if there is any causality due to a bird hit, a criminal offence would be registered against the authorities responsible for the disposal of garbage in the areas close to the airport… click here
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Toronto: Derek Lobo: Small investors discover commercial real estate
17 Oct: Toronto Star. Commercial real estate is in high demand as even amateur investors look for income-generating real estate … returns on investments for rental properties now averaging three to six per cent, says Derek Lobo, CEO of apartment brokerage Rock Advisors Inc. "Apartments really are the domain of mom and pop," says Lobo, "it's just that there's more competition for them now. People are saying, 'I'm getting a quarter per cent interest in the bank. I hate the stock markets, but I understand real estate.' … click here
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Lisbon: Goan Food Festival
17 Oct: Presstur. The Goan Food Festival is on Friday at “Delicia de Goa” Restaurante. … Crab or Prawn Curry and Chorizo Pulau are some of the dishes available on the day … The restaurant has created a special tasting menu with the choice from two starters, four main courses and two desserts, plus drinks and coffee for 25 euros per person… click here
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Weekly Weather & Exchange Rates
18 Oct: Goa Met.. Weather: Max = 34.5. Min =20.7 . Humidity = 41%. Rainfall: Nil
Exchange rates (Xcom): £ = 85.61; $ = 52.96; $Can = 54.17&; Euro = 69.48.
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