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Karan Johar Birthday Celebrations

MALAIKA ARORA

REACHING OUT TO NEWCOMERS

SELENA GOMEZ'S INDIAN AVATARSARI, BINDI, BANGLES

FROM BOLD AND FLORAL PRINTS TO VARIOUS SHADESOF BLUE - ONE OF THE BEST THINGS ABOUT SUMMER ISTHE PRESENCE OF VIBRANT COLOURS IN THEWARDROBE. FOLLOW AN EXPERT'S TIPS TO MAKE YOURWARDROBE STYLISH AND GLAMOROUS.1 GO BOLD: This Spring Summer has seen an elevated trend in bolderprints and colours. Styling with the bolder colours has been quite abuzz this season. Pair up a bold Aztec bright red gingham with a khakishort. Complete the look with slippers. Make a signature-styled lookby adapting to the Aztec prints this season.2 BLUE IS YOUR BABY: The upbeat seasonal trend this season incolours has been blue. Play up with an aquamarine blue polo with a whitetrouser. The look will surely be a rage in the streets. Tweak your style bywrapping a scarf around your shoulder and be the talk of the town.3 FLORAL PRINTS TO ADD TO YOUR TWIST: Floral prints have been quite atrend since last year. It juxtaposes both the street style and the runway.Teaming a blue floral printed t-shirt along with a coffee-coloured trouser willmake you fashion ready for a summer drive. Kill the look by pairing up withcobalt blue mocassins.4 Romance your White Polo: A surprise entry to your summer wardrobe willbe a white polo shirt that will complement the look of all skin tones whenpaired with brown shorts. An affair with your white polo will never fail you.

Hollywood singer and fashion icon Selena Gomez took abreak from wearing sensual dresses and skir ts, to drape atraditional Indian sari and completed the look with bindi,bangles and a neckpiece.The 21-year-old, who is repor tedly in Nepal on a mission as aUNICEF goodwill ambassador, managed to mesmerize herfans by her India-inspired look in an orange sari and a bindimatched up per fectly with open wavy hair.She posted a photograph of herself in this 'desi avatar' onphoto-sharing website Instagram, and wrote: "Sari, not sari."The message was accompanied with a "Namastey" symbolwith joined palms, though it was not revealed whether shewas wearing a designer sari or not.However, this is not the first time Gomez has donned a bindi.She wore it first for the video of her hit song "Come and getit". Since then, she liked this fashion accessory so much thatshe opted for it several times.Gomez was also spotted with a bindi in Tarzana, Californiaearlier this year. She again posted a picture of herself with abindi March 4 this year.Celebrities like Madonna, Vanessa Hudgens, Sarah Hylandand Kendall Jenner also showed their love towards the bindiin the past.

GMC today introduced the 2015 Sierra All Terrain HD, a refined, off-road-inspired execution of the brand’s capability that blends exclusivedesign features with the versatility of 4WD. It goes on sale this summer.“The new 2015 GMC Sierra HD lineup is designed to deliver class-lead-ing capability with enhanced comfort and purposeful technologies, andthe new All Terrain HD executes with greater styling enhancements,”said Michael MacPhee, marketing manager for GMC in Canada. “As aseamless extension of our customers’ office space, GMC HD trucks areequally comfortable whether on a remote job site or a night on the town.”The new Sierra All Terrain HD is available on 2500HD and 3500HD doublecab and crew cab models, and is offered with SLE or SLT trims – all with4WD, of course, including an electronically controlled transfer case. Alsoincluded is the Z71 Off Road package, with Rancho twin-tube shocks, hilldescent control and a skid plate.Sierra HD’s 6.0L gas engine is standard and the Duramax turbo-diesel isavailable.The All Terrain’s exclusive design features include a chrome surround onthe grille, exterior graphics, aluminum underbody shields and unique 18-inch six-spoke chrome cast-aluminum wheels. Twenty-inch chrome alu-minum wheels are available on 2500HD, while 3500HD models alsoinclude adjustable outside camper mirrors with a chrome cap.Additional exterior content includes light-emitting diode signatureheadlamps, body-colour bumpers (chrome bumpers available), chromemirrors covers and body side mouldings and chrome front-lower bumperplate. Inside, a carbon fibre-inspired theme distinguishes the All Ter-rain from other models and includes the ALL TERRAIN logo on theinstrument cluster. A rearview camera system is also standard.

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You've made Canada your new home and are probablyin theprocess of searching for a place of your own.Looking for a homecan be a very exciting experiencethat can be both rewarding andchallenging.As Canada'snational housing agency, Canada Mor tgage andHousingCorporation (CMHC) has been providing Canadians -including new Canadians like you - with informationand toolsto help you make informed housing-relateddecisions.To help new Canadians make the right decisions andfind safe,affordable homes for their families, CMHC hasdeveloped a multi-language one-stop online source forhousing-related informationavailable in 8 languages -English, French, Mandarin/SimplifiedChinese, Arabic,Punjabi, Spanish, Tagalog and Urdu.Visit CMHC at www.cmhc.ca/welcomehome to accessa series of FREE guides, tools and videos on rentingand buying a home.

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Pop star Selena Gomez dons saree and bindi in Nepal. Thesinger is in the country as a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador.(Photo: Twitter/selenagomez)

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ALL-NEW 2015 F-150 MOST PATENTED TRUCK INFORD HISTORY – NEW INNOVATIONS BOLSTER

NEXT-GENERATION LIGHT-DUTY PICKUP2015 Ford F-150 has more new Ford technology patents and/or patentapplications than any truck in Ford history, offering customers innovativetechnologies throughout – everything from the tailgate to the front endAll-new F-150 boasts more than 100 new Ford patents and/or patent applications,making this vehicle a benchmark for new technologies in Ford’s storied historyof truck leadershipA Ford-developed heat treatment method for aluminum alloy nearly doublesthe strength of the material, helping achieve better dent and ding resistancewhile reducing weight

From its tailgate step to the LED spotlights found on the side mirrors, the next-generation 2015 Ford F-150’s new features and technologies make it the most patented truck in company history.“The all-new F-150 is loaded with innovation,” said Alana Strager, Ford program analyst charged withtracking new innovations for the 2015 truck. “Ford engineers filed more than 100 new patents for technolo-gies on this truck as they have worked to redefine the light-duty pickup for the next generation.”Patents and patent applications abound for state-of-the-art technologies covering new features and break-throughs that will benefit customers of the all-new 2015 F-150. The scope of these innovations includesevery par t of the truck – body, exterior, interior, chassis, design, electrical and engine – as well as itsmanufacturing processes.PATENTING A SMARTER TRUCKExamples of Ford’s state-of-the-ar t technologies on the new 2015 F-150 include segment-exclusive LEDspotlights found on the side mirrors, innovative remote tailgate release and smar t trailer tow features thatmake towing easier.* Innovative LED side-mirror spotlights allow customers to illuminate the side of the vehicle fortasks from setting up a campsite to changing a tire* Remote tailgate release automatically lowers the tailgate with the push of a button on the key fob– a first for a pickup truck* Ford’s pioneering tailgate step has been completely reengineered so it fully integrates into thetailgate, making it vir tually invisible when not in use. The tailgate drops down into position in one easymotion. The grab handle is now housed inside the tailgate, which keeps the inner surface of the tailgateuniformly flat

* BoxLink™ cargo management system includes lockable, die-cast aluminum tie-down cleats,and provides a unique interface to the box for improved flexibility and organization, as well as additionallocations for tie-downs. Available segment-first cargo ramps can be stowed on the sides of the pickup boxvia the BoxLink system and mounted quickly on the tailgate to enable easy loading of ATVs, motorcyclesor mowersOther smar t features never offered before on a Ford pickup include 360-degree camera view, integratedloading ramps stowed in the pickup bed, 400-watt power outlets inside the cab and LED headlights.PATENTING TOUGHNESSMounted on an exceptionally strong and well-proven high-strength steel frame, the all-new Ford F-150incorporates the latest high-strength, military-grade, aluminum alloys to form the body and cargo box.The aluminum is heat-treated using a proprietary method developed by Ford engineers that nearly doublesthe strength of the metal. Ford is first in the auto industry to use this methodology.Additionally, Ford engineers have filed patent applications for spot welding methods, adhesives andhydroforming this first-of-its-kind truck.“Ford is teaching the world how to build a next-generation truck, and the more than 100 patents filed by theF-150 team for technologies on the 2015 truck fur ther proves these Ford engineers and designers lead theautomotive industry in innovation,” said Strager.



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CONTD. FROM PAGE 25The new All Terrain HD also includes the latest connectivity technology, including IntelliLink andnew OnStar with 4G LTE and standard built-in Wi-Fi hotspot. Enhanced features for IntelliLink in-clude Text Messaging Aler ts for smar tphone users with Bluetooth profile (M.A.P.), which readsincoming texts through the vehicle’s speakers, and Siri Eyes Free for iPhone iOS 6 and iOS 7 usersto enhance connectivity and convenience.New OnStar with 4G LTE connection provides a mobile hub for drivers and passengers to stayconnected. The hotspot is on whenever the vehicle is on and comes with a three-month/three-gigabyte data trial.Additional new and enhanced features introduced on the 2015 Sierra HD lineup include:* CornerStep rear bumper, EZ Lift and Lower tailgate, standard locking tailgate, standard upper tie-downs and other features that make cargo handling easier* Standard StabiliTrak with Trailer Sway Control on all models* Integrated cruise control, auto grade braking and diesel exhaust braking, for greater drivingcontrol and reduced brake wear on grades

* Enhanced cooling air flow, which enables the Duramax turbo diesel and 6.0L gas engine to bettermaintain full power, even under heavy loads and high ambient temperatures* New Duralife™ disc brake rotors that offer up to double the service life (late availability).New, heated, power-adjustable trailering mirrors are offered on SLE and SLT – including All Terrain –and Denali (late availability), including segment-first back-up lamps. The large mirrors feature 330cm2 (51 square inches) of flat mirror surface positioned over a 158 cm2 (24.5-square-inch) non-heated or power-adjustable convex mirror surface. A new auxiliary back-up lamp is integrated in eachmirror to enhance trailer visibility when backing up, as well as an amber auxiliary clearance lamp.The SLE trailering mirror is black and can be extended and folded manually. The SLT/Denali mirror hasa chrome cap and adds a power-folding feature.The 2015 Sierra HD also offers segment-exclusive safety features such as forward collision aler t,lane depar ture warning with an active safety seat, and front and rear park assist. Head-cur tain andseat-mounted side airbags are standard on 2500HD and available on 3500HD models.All models are backed by GMC Pro Grade Protection, with two years of scheduled maintenance, athree-year/60,000 km bumper-to-bumper warranty and a five-year/160,000 km power train warranty.

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KIA CANADA INC. LAUNCHES INDUSTRY-FIRSTNATIONAL MARKETING CAMPAIGN - 'DRIVE CHANGE'

'Drive Change' reflects how Kia is leading change in the automotive industry through its world class design'Drive Change' also signifies Kia's commitment to impact change by helping to improve communities in Canada

MISSISSAUGA, ON: Kia Canada Inc., a maker of quality vehicles forthe young-at-hear t announced today the industry-first, 'Drive Change'national marketing campaign. The campaign will focus on the evolu-tion of the Kia brand, showcase its new world class design-led por t-folio while reaching out and creating an emotional connection withCanadian consumers through its most recent commitment to socialresponsibility."We have worked very closely with our marketing par tners, InnoceanCanada and David & Goliath to develop an innovative and compellingcampaign. The campaign clearly identifies our new world class au-tomotive design attributes while at the same time reflecting KiaCanada's ongoing commitment to help local communities" said MariaSoklis, Vice President & Chief Operating Officer (COO) Kia CanadaInc. "Drive Change will be the conduit to heightening our brand aware-ness by reaching out to establish an emotional connection with con-sumers through both traditional and social media; thus differentiat-ing Kia from other automotive manufacturers."Kia Canada has invested in an integrated media campaign that in-volves the production of four television spots, prevalent on-line posi-tioning, strategically placed bill boards, cinema presence, newspa-per and magazine.Kia Canada is a lso reveal ing dedicated Facebook(www.facebook.com/kiacanada), Twit ter (www.twit ter.com/kiadrivechange) and You Tube (www.youtube.com/kiacanada) out-

lets. These channels document the step-by-step creation of the 'DriveChange' campaign and will serve to provide communication movingforward. This provides Kia with a unique and creative way to reachout to consumers.The two-initial television spots for 'Drive Change' were captured re-cently over two, fif teen-hour sessions through time-lapse technology.These spots document life changing improvements for two differentgroups through the suppor t of volunteers, Kia Canada Inc. employeesand the use of Kia vehicles - Soul and Sorento.The first television spot was captured at the Second Base Youth Shel-ter in Scarborough, Ontario which underwent a major basketball cour trestorat ion for the shelter residents. The cour t was vir tual lyunplayable. As a result, Kia Canada completely refurbished the cour tand surrounding area including court surface, basketball nets, player'sbenches and gardens.The second television spot was filmed at the Gilder Avenue locationof Toronto Community Housing. This location was also in immediateneed of a grounds restoration at the complex. Improvements madewere the direct result of the resident's feedback and included theimplementation of a common green space sitting area, sustainablevegetable gardens and a sectioned-off disposal area with wheel chairaccess.Kia is inspiring and propelling change by differentiating themselvesfrom other automotive manufacturers as a dynamic and youthful brand

that is community conscious and responsible.The next phase of brand evolution will witness the launch of the 2011MY Sportage as well as three additional vehicles over the next twelvemonths. Kia is emerging as one of the world's top automotive compa-nies and recently surpassed one million sales worldwide through thefirst six months of 2010.The mandate of Kia Motors Corporation is to continue to strengthenand grow its global presence while maintaining a strong social con-sciousness. Toward this end, Kia Motors is implementing a variety ofinternational and local community based programs aimed at develop-ing long-term, economically and culturally sensitive relationshipsacross its global network through universally shared interests suchas sports, environmental, health and education issues.



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