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EduConnect

Sanguem Girl Shines in the UK: Fiza Shaikh Appointed International Officer at Leeds Beckett University

Tanisha Cardozo

Fiza Shaikh, daughter of Ex-Vice Chairperson Imtiaz Shaikh and Councillor Fouziya Shaikh from Sanguem, has made Goa proud. A graduate of Padre Conceicao College of Engineering and Managing Director of SmileKeeper Foundation, Fiza completed her Master’s in Project Management from Leeds Beckett University, UK, with distinction. She now continues her journey of excellence as she’s appointed as the International Officer at the same university — a proud achievement for Sanguem and an inspiration for Goan youth.

Human Interest

“It’s Never Too Late” — 90-Year-Old Maryette McFarland Graduates Seven Decades After Beginning Her Studies

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“It’s never too late.” After starting her studies seven decades ago, Maryette McFarland from Londonderry, Northern Ireland, has finally graduated with a degree in English Literature. Having paused her education in the 1960s to get married, she returned to learning online with the support of her family — proving that dreams truly have no expiry date.

Sports

Goa’s Lloyd Fernandes Selected for ITTF Asian Para Championship After Double Gold Victory

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Lloyd Fernandes has made history by clinching two consecutive gold medals at the Para Table Tennis National Ranking Championship. For many, an accident might seem like the end of life. But for Lloyd, it marked the start of a new journey. After becoming paralyzed in 2016, he turned to table tennis and never looked back. Now, the gold medalist is set to represent India at the ITTF Asian Para Championship this year.

Entertainment

Huma Qureshi Receives Face of Asia Award at the Busan Film Festival

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Huma Qureshi is currently attending the Busan Film Festival. The actress dedicated the Face of Asia award to young girls and spoke about her personal journey and struggles. “This is my first award in Busan, and I am excited. I was always told my dream was beyond reach,” said Huma.

Human Interest

To the Barracks, Not the Runway: Kashish Methwani Joins Indian Army After Winning Miss International India

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Miss International India 2023 winner Kashish Methwani turned down the glamour of the modelling world to serve the nation. Now commissioned as a Lieutenant in the Indian Army’s Air Defence Corps, she is a shining example of discipline, courage, and purpose.