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The turban is making a comeback, according to June Ambrose, center (talking with Kanye West on the left)
By The New York Times
Our religious and cultural symbols are making a subtle revival on the fashion scene amidst the hustle and bustle of New York City. Will this help to provide understanding or is [...]
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There is definitely a stigma surrounding elderly South Asians living in assisted living centres. However, here is a brief video of why this living arrangement works for some.
Saroj Sood talks about the difficult decision to leave her extended family and move into a group home.
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/video/south-asian-seniors-tackle-the-stigma-of-assisted-living/article1144475/
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Since Singh is King, Akshay Kumar has become a cultural icon, with fans swarming to know every bit of Akshay information possible. Well here’s a few more tidbits to know about the very handsome Bollywood star.
http://mtv.in.com/blogs/movies-blog/bollywood/my-favourite-scripts-have-been-my-biggest-flops-2851.html
http://mtv.in.com/blogs/movies-blog/news/akshay-to-play-himself-3327.html
Image by IANS | ibnlive.co.in
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Temple president Gian Singh Gill (middle) presents a sword and plaque to Honorary Col Steve Millen during a special ceremony in the Gurdwara Sahib Dasmesh Darbar in Surrey on Sunday.By The Province and The Mid-Day
Last week’s Remembrance Day, brought about some feel good stories about South Asian soldiers. First one is about the first [...]
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Vancouver Canucks’ Daniel Sedin (L) celebrates his first period goal against the Toronto Maple Leafs with his teammates in their NHL hockey game in Toronto November 13, 2010.By The Vancouver Sun
“In their sold-out, week-long tour of Eastern Canada, the Canucks had two wins and a loss and reminded us why they are [...]
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The City of Surrey, under the leadership of mayor Dianne Watts, has had success getting homeless people into facilities and programs that can help them make the transition off the streets. By The Province
Hot off the heels of Gordon Campbell stepping down as leader of the Liberal Party, Dianne Watts confirms she [...]
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By News Release from pm.gc.ca
Direct from the PM’s office…here are all the details circumventing Canada-India Trade negotiations.
http://www.pm.gc.ca/eng/media.asp?category=1&featureId=6&pageId=26&id=3781
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U.S. President Barack Obama delivers an address to India’s parliament in New Delhi on November 8, 2010
By National Post
It could still be a pipe dream and likely face resistance from some countries reluctant to water down the power of the five permanent members — Britain, China, France, Russia and the United States. But, [...]
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