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THE NEW LIMITED EDITION NEW MICRA FROM NISSAN

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February 3, 2014

THE NEW LIMITED EDITION NEW MICRA FROM NISSAN

Nissan has launched a new special version of the New Micra – called the Limited Edition. Based on the mid-range Acenta model, the Limited Edition New Micra features a host of visual changes that add an extra layer of style to the recently revised and updated supermini.

On the outside, the most obvious change is the contrasting roof. Matched to the door mirror caps, this is available in three colour combinations: Pacific Blue with a White roof/mirror caps, Shiraz Red with a Black roof/mirror caps and Alabaster White with a Red roof/mirror caps

In addition, the Limited Edition New Micra has contrasting side sills and centre caps, a ‘Limited Edition’ badge and a chrome exhaust finisher

On the inside, there’s plenty more detailing to catch the eye; the roof colour is echoed on the air vents and lower part of the gearshift column together with coloured mats.

Based on the Acenta trim, the Limited Edition New Micra comes with 15-inch alloy wheels, air-conditioning, cruise control, roof spoiler and many more features. On sale now, it is priced from £12,300.

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February 2, 2014

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Section 1.10.32 of “de Finibus Bonorum et Malorum”, written by Cicero in 45 BC

“Sed ut perspiciatis unde omnis iste natus error sit voluptatem accusantium doloremque laudantium, totam rem aperiam, eaque ipsa quae ab illo inventore veritatis et quasi architecto beatae vitae dicta sunt explicabo. Nemo enim ipsam voluptatem quia voluptas sit aspernatur aut odit aut fugit, sed quia consequuntur magni dolores eos qui ratione voluptatem sequi nesciunt. Neque porro quisquam est, qui dolorem ipsum quia dolor sit amet, consectetur, adipisci velit, sed quia non numquam eius modi tempora incidunt ut labore et dolore magnam aliquam quaerat voluptatem. Ut enim ad minima veniam, quis nostrum exercitationem ullam corporis suscipit laboriosam, nisi ut aliquid ex ea commodi consequatur? Quis autem vel eum iure reprehenderit qui in ea voluptate velit esse quam nihil molestiae consequatur, vel illum qui dolorem eum fugiat quo voluptas nulla pariatur?”

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February 1, 2014

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1914 translation by H. Rackham

“But I must explain to you how all this mistaken idea of denouncing pleasure and praising pain was born and I will give you a complete account of the system, and expound the actual teachings of the great explorer of the truth, the master-builder of human happiness. No one rejects, dislikes, or avoids pleasure itself, because it is pleasure, but because those who do not know how to pursue pleasure rationally encounter consequences that are extremely painful. Nor again is there anyone who loves or pursues or desires to obtain pain of itself, because it is pain, but because occasionally circumstances occur in which toil and pain can procure him some great pleasure. To take a trivial example, which of us ever undertakes laborious physical exercise, except to obtain some advantage from it? But who has any right to find fault with a man who chooses to enjoy a pleasure that has no annoying consequences, or one who avoids a pain that produces no resultant pleasure?”

Section 1.10.33 of “de Finibus Bonorum et Malorum”, written by Cicero in 45 BC

“At vero eos et accusamus et iusto odio dignissimos ducimus qui blanditiis praesentium voluptatum deleniti atque corrupti quos dolores et quas molestias excepturi sint occaecati cupiditate non provident, similique sunt in culpa qui officia deserunt mollitia animi, id est laborum et dolorum fuga. Et harum quidem rerum facilis est et expedita distinctio. Nam libero tempore, cum soluta nobis est eligendi optio cumque nihil impedit quo minus id quod maxime placeat facere possimus, omnis voluptas assumenda est, omnis dolor repellendus. Temporibus autem quibusdam et aut officiis debitis aut rerum necessitatibus saepe eveniet ut et voluptates repudiandae sint et molestiae non recusandae. Itaque earum rerum hic tenetur a sapiente delectus, ut aut reiciendis voluptatibus maiores alias consequatur aut perferendis doloribus asperiores repellat.”

BENTLEY ‘HOME COLLECTION’ MAKES ITS DEBUT

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January 24, 2014

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BENTLEY ‘HOME COLLECTION’ MAKES ITS DEBUT

Bentley Motors is one of the most sought after luxury car brand in the world. In 2013 one in every four luxury cars delivered to customers worldwide was a Bentley. So what happens when the brand decides to launch it’s furniture range?

After the successful launch of a capsule collection last year, which anticipated some of the new features, Bentley Motors presents its range of luxury home and executive furniture at the Maison & Objet fair in Paris, designed and manufactured in collaboration with Luxury Living Group, one of Europe’s leading furniture makers. The collection is inspired by the renowned craftsmanship and exquisite materials that characterise the interiors of all Bentley models.

The range has been expanded and developed by the architect Carlo Colombo with Daniele Ceccomori, Bentley’s Head of Product Design. Appearing at the Fair among the ‘Special Designs’ labels, the suite of furniture and accessories offers exclusive items for home and office, setting a new standard in ultra luxury.

The collection is an exercise in subtlety, incorporating functional performance with comfort and luxurious, sensuous quality. It captures the style of the Bentley driver through items that mirror the impeccable quality and attention to detail of the Crewe-based marque.

The colour palette is natural, featuring mocha, cognac, taupe, quartz, grey and ice, flanking variations of purple-red, burgundy, brick red or blue. The combinations exalt the use of tactile leather and sensuous textiles. Hints of male attire, pinstripe or houndstooth, are introduced into sophisticated velvets and the lightest of cashmeres, crafted with three-dimensional patterns. Utilised in the upholstery, they are also woven as novel and precious carpets – hand-knotted, made of fine wools, silk or pashmina – as well as refined blankets hemmed in mink. Finely crafted leather upholstery – with its signature quilted diamond pattern or elegant padded texture – further enhances the collection’s pieces.

The Richmond collection develops the theme of the double shell, in burr walnut briar root, used in other of the collection’s models, as well as for the interior of the automobiles from Crewe. Ebony Macassar essence and Calacatta marble make for a precious decorative effect matching with the steel gun-metal finishing of the base. Finely crafted leather upholstery – with its signature quilted diamond pattern or elegant dimpled texture – further enhances the collection’s furniture pieces.

Kevin Rose, board member Sales & Marketing, of Bentley, comments:
“The Home Collection embodies Bentley’s emergence as a modern high luxury brand. It combines sophisticated materials with contemporary design and the ultimate in bespoke craftsmanship. This is an exciting development which captures the shared values of Bentley and Luxury Living, with unrivalled attention to detail and a stunning translation of the timeless style of the brand into home and executive suite interiors.”

Alberto Vignatelli, CEO and chairman of the Luxury Living Group, says: “We accepted with enthusiasm the challenge of interpreting in furnishings the exclusivity and charm of Bentley. In the Bentley Home collection there co‑exists a passion for details, care of materials and a style that anticipates the trends while remaining true to the codes of elegance and tradition. The perfect synthesis of values, the same we find at the wheel of a Bentley. I strongly believe in this collection which is already attracting acclaim internationally.”

Here’s a sneak peak of the luxurious furniture range:

Mesmerizing minimalist fractals

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January 20, 2014

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“On the other hand, we denounce with righteous indignation and dislike men who are so beguiled and demoralized by the charms of pleasure of the moment, so blinded by desire, that they cannot foresee the pain and trouble that are bound to ensue; and equal blame belongs to those who fail in their duty through weakness of will, which is the same as saying through shrinking from toil and pain. These cases are perfectly simple and easy to distinguish. In a free hour, when our power of choice is untrammelled and when nothing prevents our being able to do what we like best, every pleasure is to be welcomed and every pain avoided. But in certain circumstances and owing to the claims of duty or the obligations of business it will frequently occur that pleasures have to be repudiated and annoyances accepted. The wise man therefore always holds in these matters to this principle of selection: he rejects pleasures to secure other greater pleasures, or else he endures pains to avoid worse pains.”

Police appeal after elderly couple robbed in Bradford

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January 17, 2014

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Police appeal after elderly couple robbed in Bradford

Police are appealing for information following a robbery in Holme Wood, Bradford.

At around 12.40pm on January 15, a man called at an address in Madison Avenue and claimed he had come to look at the gas fire.

The man then pushed the occupants, who are believed to be a man and woman in their eighties, into the kitchen and shut the door.

He took a wallet from the victim’s jacket pocket, which contained £45 and his bus pass, before leaving. The victims were shaken by the incident, but were report as unhurt.

The man was white, believed to be in his 30s, about 6ft tall and of slim build. He had brown hair and was wearing a mauve coloured jacket.

Detective Inspector Ryan Bragg, said: “We are urgently appealing for information about this man and believe he may have tried other houses in the area before this incident.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Bradford CID on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.

Shababs Column: Earning over £50,000 and claiming child benefit?

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January 17, 2014

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Shababs Column: Earning over £50,000 and claiming child benefit?

The government introduced new rules last January where either parent earning over £50,000 in a household will lose one percent of their child benefit for every £100 of income over £50,000. For those people earning £60,000, this will equate to your household being entitled to no child benefit at all.

In households, where both parents are earning over £50,000, then the parent with the highest income is liable to paying back any child benefit they have received that they are now no longer entitled to. This means that they will now have to complete a self assessment form.

At the time the new rules were introduced it was your choice as a parent to either completely lose child benefit, or accept the payment, and then at the end of the tax year complete a self assessment tax form and repay the money that you are not entitled to.

There is a way of reducing your income so that effectively you do not end up paying the tax. You could do this by making a payment to a pension scheme. The benefit of doing this is that you pension will grow, whilst at the same time making sure you do not pay as much in tax.

An example is as follows:

If you have two children then you will get £33.70 weekly, which equates to £1752.40 per annum. This means that if you earn £60, 000 per annum, then you will lose £1752.40. If you could afford to make a pension payment of £10,000 gross, then this will cost you £10,000 less tax relief of £4000 and £1752.40 = £4247.60 This means that your £4247.60 is now equal to £10,000. If you do not make any pension provision, and keep your finances as they are, then your tax rate will effectively be 57.53% for all your income between £50,000 to £60,000.

Not only are you affected by an extra layer of tax, but worse by not filling in your self assessment form by January 31, 2014, you will be liable to a £100 fine. This will be followed by £10 a day up to a maximum of £900 over a period of three months, and then after six months a further 5% of the tax due.

Whether you feel the tax is fair or not the fact is you need to take action. I would suggest talking to a financial adviser/accountant and looking at your own personal situation. Let us know your thoughts on either twitter or email me directly.

COUNTDOWN BEGINS FOR DADDY’S LITTLE GIRL PRIYANKA CHOPRA’S LONDON FAN MEET!

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January 16, 2014

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COUNTDOWN BEGINS FOR DADDY’S LITTLE GIRL PRIYANKA CHOPRA’S LONDON FAN MEET!

Priyanka Chopra, the new face of GUESS, will be making a special store appearance at the GUESS flagship store on London’s Regent Street on Monday 20 January, from 17:00 to 18:00 to meet and greet fans and sign autographs at the exclusive sneak preview of Priyanka’s new single, “I Can’t Make You Love Me”, at the GUESS store only!

The FIRST 200 fans to show up at the store will receive a FREE remix DOWNLOAD of Priyanka’s NFL song, “In My City” Ft Will.i.am.

The Bollywood icon, former Miss World, actor and recording artist is one of the most recognised and celebrated talents in India and recently starred in the GUESS Holiday 2013 advertising campaign, guided by Paul Marciano, Creative Director for GUESS?, Inc., and shot by former GUESS collaborator and musician, Bryan Adams. The Bollywood icon was captured for her classic glamour in stunning black and white images.

So for all you piggy chops fans you wont want to miss this autograph signing on Monday 20, January from 17:00 to 18:00, where the FIRST 200 fans to show up at the store will receive a FREE remix DOWNLOAD of Priyanka’s NFL song, “In My City” Ft Will.i.am. GUESS Flagship Store, 160 Regent Street, London W1B 5SP.

If you make it, do send us your pictures with the Bollywood beauty to pictures@asiansunday.co.uk

Le Tour Grand Départ trophy comes to Leeds

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January 16, 2014

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Le Tour Grand Départ trophy comes to Leeds

The official Grand Départ trophy has gone on public display in Leeds as the city prepares to host the start of the world’s largest annual sporting event this summer.

Each year the area or city hosting the start of the legendary cycle race gets to hold the trophy, which has now gone on display in Leeds Civic Hall.

The trophy, created by the Tour de France organisers Amaury Sport Organisation (ASO), was presented for the first time to the island of Corsica which hosted the Grand Départ of the centenary Tour last year.

At the conclusion of the race, won by Britain’s Chris Froome, the trophy was officially passed over on the finish line on the Champs-Élysées by President of the Executive Council of Corsica Paul Giacobbi to Chief Executive of Welcome to Yorkshire Gary Verity who led the bid to bring the Tour de France to Yorkshire.

With less than sixth months to go now before the start of the 2014 race, the ornate trophy featuring the Tour de France logo and inscribed with the names and years for Corsica and Yorkshire is now on display outside the council chamber in Civic Hall to further raise the anticipation level around this year’s event.

As well as being on display in Leeds, the trophy will also be seen in locations along the routes of the two Tour stages in Yorkshire in the coming months before returning in time for the start of the Grand Départ on July 5.

Councillor Keith Wakefield, Leader of Leeds City Council, said: “The interest and media coverage in the last couple of weeks to mark the new year and six months to go is an indication of how excited everyone is getting around Leeds and Yorkshire hosting the start of the Tour de France.

“We are honoured to host the Grand Départ trophy and hope lots of people come and see it and are inspired to get involved and support what is sure to be amazing event when the Tour comes to Leeds in July.”

Gary Verity, Chief Executive of Welcome to Yorkshire, said: “This is a great chance for everyone to see the trophy up close and personal. It’s wonderful to see Yorkshire inscribed on this impressive trophy and our county associated with the Tour.

“It also brings home the fact for many that the Tour de France really is coming and we are just months away from a historic moment for Yorkshire and its people.”

Entrepreneur to change the face of cosmetics

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January 16, 2014

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Entrepreneur to change the face of cosmetics

A range of make-up created exclusively for olive skins – from Asian to far eastern, middle-eastern and Mediterranean – is at the heart of a make-up revolution.

The founder of the EX1 Cosmetics, Farah Naz, was recently named ‘Most up and coming British Pakistani Entrepreneur’ by H.E Wajid Shamsul Hasan, High Commissioner of Pakistan.

The High Commissioner commented that “her extraordinary talent, vision and focus have enabled her to innovate a brand that is changing the landscape of the Cosmetics Industry as we know it.”

The British born Pakistani used her background as a biochemist and dedicated two years to create the multi-award winning EX1 Cosmetics brand – a range of five foundations, five mineral powder foundations, three powders, three concealers and four blushers – catering for the 4.5million women living in the UK with olive skin tones like her own.

Although the vast majority of women in the UK choose to buy high street brands over premium, until now women with olive skins have had no choice but to buy expensive department store brands just to find make-up that matches their skin.

EX1 Cosmetics is trying to change all that by providing bespoke shades from very fair to deep olive, using unique yellow/golden undertones which are designed to mimic the natural pigments found in this skin type – and for the very first time, at a high street price point.

Farah said: “My philosophy was simple. I wanted to design the highest quality collection of products for olive-skinned women, using only the best in cosmetic technology. I myself have sensitive skin so EX1 Cosmetics only uses ingredients which are non pore clogging and I’ve avoided a black list of products that are often found in other commercial high street preparations. All products have been both dermatologically and clinically tested and are free of both lanolin and mineral oils.”

The company behind the brand has recently won a contract with Europe’s largest online beauty retailing group, The Hut Group, securing retail distribution on four of their websites.

A Global Industry Analysts report reveals that the global colour cosmetics market is predicted to reach $41.4bn by 2014. Crucially it highlights that “performing well in this market relies heavily on addressing the ever changing needs of consumers, such as multicultural communities”.

Farah added: “We intend to develop a full line of colour cosmetics but the focus of new product development will be in-line with the current consumer fashion and beauty trends. This expansion will include Eye shadows, Lipsticks, Lip Liners, Eye liners, and Mascaras. We intend to keep pace and continue to provide increasingly savvy consumers with the novel new products they demand.”