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Toronto - The Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 2.1% in the 12 monthsto July, following a 2.4% increase in June.Prices increased in all major components in the 12 months to July.Higher prices for shelter and food contributed the most to the rise inthe CPI. At the same time, the transpor tation index led the decelera-tion in the CPI.Shelter costs rose 3.0% in the 12 months to July, after advancing 2.9%in June. Natural gas prices increased 20.4% in July compared withthe same month the previous year. Consumers also paid more forhomeowners' home and mor tgage insurance as well as proper ty taxeson a year-over-year basis in July.Food prices increased 2.9% year over year in July, matching the risein June. Prices for food purchased from stores rose 3.2% in the 12months to July, led by higher prices for meat (+9.2%). Prices forfresh vegetables rose 7.5% on a year-over-year basis in July, afterincreasing 9.5% in June. On a month-to-month basis, prices for freshvegetables fell 3.0% in July. Food purchased from restaurants cost2.1% more in July compared with the same month a year earlier.

Transpor tation costs rose 1.3% on a year-over-year basis in July, asmaller gain than in June (+2.2%). Gasoline prices increased 2.1%in the 12 months to July, after rising 5.4% in June. On a monthly basis,consumers paid 1.9% less for gasoline, with prices falling more inWestern Canada than in Eastern Canada. In addition, prices for thepurchase of passenger vehicles rose 1.3% year over year in July,following a 1.6% increase in June.The index for alcoholic beverages and tobacco products increased4.7% in the 12 months to July. This rise was mainly due to a 10.7%year-over-year advance in cigarette prices. In 2014, the federal ex-cise tax on tobacco, as well as the tobacco taxes in Newfoundlandand Labrador, Quebec, Ontario and British Columbia increased.12-month change in the provincesConsumer prices rose in every province in the 12 months to July. Ontario,Saskatchewan and Alberta posted the largest increases, while British Co-lumbia recorded the smallest. Saskatchewan and Alberta were the onlyprovinces where prices rose at faster rates in July compared with June.

WHISTLER, BC - The 2015 Lexus NX is an all-new model and the firstLexus entry into the fast-growing luxury compact SUV segment, wheredemand in the global market has grown seven-fold in the past sevenyears. The NX features sharp, emotional styling, nimble performanceand surprising interior space in a compact design to appeal to Cana-dian luxury drivers with active, urban lifestyles.The all-wheel-drive NX is offered with two advanced power trains.Lexus NX delivers dynamic handling and a comfor table ride, thanksto several world-first and Lexus-first electronic advancements andchassis design features.The sharply styled NX features the boldest interpretation yet of thesignature Lexus spindle grille as the centrepiece of an external de-sign intended to appear as if it was cast from one piece of metal.The NX features an impressive package of on-board technology, andthe NX 300h is the first Lexus to feature a kick-down function foracceleration, and a hybrid battery split into two separate pods forbetter weight distribution and use of space within the vehicle.FIRSTS FOR THE LEXUS NXWorld-firsts:" The 2.0-litre turbocharged gasoline engine with water-cooled cylin-der head and integrated exhaust manifold and twin scroll turbo charger" Pull-type outside door handles with illumination and hidden cylinder" New touch pad type Remote Touch Interface with vibration feedbackLexus-firsts:" New high-visibility, low-energy LED lamps" A rear impact-absorbing structure, which disperses offset collisionenergy to the main chassis members" Full colour turbo boost meter in the Multi-Information Display." A Wireless Charging Tray for portable devices" Touch switch type overhead lampThe rear seat can be folded with one of three switches: seat side, the driver's seator from luggage area. The NX possesses an aura of nimble agility not usuallyassociated with an SUV, making it perfect for urban lifestyles.

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Turn small kitchen to stylish oneNew York (IANS): Cramped cooking space doesn't mean youcan't make it big. Hang your cabinet high or use theatrical colourto give a smar t look to your kitchen.Here are some of the tricks, repor ts huffingtonpost.com:* Take the cabinet up: A cabinet hung high in a corner com-mands attention and draws the eye toward the ceiling. Goingwith bold wallpaper and ar t also distract from the size of theroom.* Showstopping colour: Any theatrical colour like bright pinkgets plenty of attention, and the cheap cupboards almost fadeaway.* Monochromatic shelves: The shelves show off a tightly editedcollection of plates and glasses, all within easy reach.* See-through acrylic shelf: It lightens a confined space andmakes an ar tful collection of dishes appear to float.* Smar t seating arrangement: A scaled-down pedestal tableplus comfor table stools that stay out of the way can make kitchenlook attractive.

Want to highlight cheekbones,try contour make-upLos Angeles (IANS): If you have ever wondered how to get yourcheekbones to show prominently, try contour make-up, say ex-pert. "Contouring is a great way to enhance the natural struc-ture of your face and cheat a perfectly chiselled frame," celeb-r i ty make-up ar t ist Sonia Kashuk was quoted byusmagazine.com as saying."The biggest mistake happens when contouring is recognisable.It's about creating illusion with make-up and you shouldn't seeit," she added.Here's how to perfect the look:"Star t by finding the hollow underneath your cheek bone andplacing the (contour) stick back towards the hairline. Then moveit along the hollow until it glides off the face," Kashuk said."Applying in this forward motion will ensure the stick drops offat the most natural point. You can also cheat a more definedjawline by applying underneath the jaw and graduating downthe neck."Make sure to blend out all lines with a brush in a round circularmotion, softening the edges and making sure you can't see wherethe colour ends or begins," she added.Those who feel contour make-up difficult, here is an option forthem. Kerry Cole, Becca Cosmetics style director, suggestssculpting perfector."This product in par ticular uses a blend of taupe cools and warmunder tones to mimic how true shadow would look on the face,"Cole said.To contour without a confusing face char t, Coles recommendsdrawing the brush, loaded with the product, along the perimeterof the face in one continuous motion, hitting the hairline, hollowof the cheek and the jawline.

New Delhi (IANS): If bananas can help in maintaining the elasticity ofthe skin, strawberries provide exfoliation and cleansing. In shor t,fruits can help in achieving glowing skin if used religiously, says anexper t.Aakriti Mehra, MD dermatologist of Enhance Clinics, shares someskin benefits of fruits and how they help in making the skin glow, saida statement.* Banana: It is a rich source of vitamin and minerals including potas-sium, manganese, biotin, vitamin C and B6. The vitamins maintainthe elasticity of the skin and the antioxidants prevent aging. It is alsoa natural moisturiser and can be used in homemade scrubs andmasks.* Orange: Like most citrus fruits it contains a high level of vitamin Calong with beta carotene, folic acid, phosphates, iodides, iron,phytonutrients and flavonoids. These components help to treat darkspots and blemishes. The orange peel can be powdered and used asa scrub for instant glow and skin whitening as it acts as a naturalbleach. It also acts as a toner removing dir t, dead skin and giving theskin a firmer feel.* Strawberry: It contains a higher level of vitamin C and manganesewhich helps to exfoliate and cleanse the skin, lightens age spots andfreckles. Strawberries also prevent thinning of hair and give it a glossyshine. It can be used as an exfoliator in foot scrubs.

* Tomato: It is rich in vitamin A, C & K. it acts as an antioxidant inpreventing aging and is used widely as a whitening and de-tanningagent.* Papaya: The fruit contains a rich amount of antioxidants likecarotenes and vitamin B and C. It keeps your skin hydrated, making itsupple and smooth. It also has exfoliation and anti-aging proper ties.* Avocado: With a high concentration of vitamin A and E, it gives yourskin a natural glow. It also helps to moisturise and rejuvenate thescalp.

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DRINK TEA FOR THINNER BODY, BEAUTIFUL SKINDRINKING TEA CAN BE BENEFICIAL MENTALLY, EMOTIONALLY,SOCIALLY AND PHYSICALLY.Scientific research testifies to the health benefits of all kinds of tea, which notonly help with beauty factors but also weight loss and hydration of skin,reports femalefirst.co.uk.Experts at the Tea Advisory Panel (TAP), which provides objective informa-tion about tea, have enlisted the beauty secrets behind a cup of tea:Provides water to skin: Good hydration is impor tant for the health ofall our body organs, tissues and cells. A recent study suggested thatdrinking up to six cups of tea per day, has the same hydrating proper-ties to water.The role of tea in skin health: Healthy skin is well hydrated skin.Drinkingenough fluid which can include all types of tea is important for restoring fluidloss which can occur to a greater extent during summer. Adequate hydrationcan help to keep the skin in good condition.White tea has also been shown to have anti-inflammatory activity inhuman skin. In one study, human skin cells were exposed in thelaboratory to hydrogen peroxide. White tea was shown to reduce theinflammation that would normally result from hydrogen peroxide ex-posure. Tea and weight loss: Tea consumption has been associatedwith less weight gain over time. Drinking tea more than once a weekhas been linked to lower body fat percentages and smaller waistcircumferences than non-tea drinkers. It is also impor tant to note that

all teas, including black tea, with semi-skimmed milk and no sugar,is a lower calorie alternative than other popular drinks. Tea has beenrecommended to take precedence over other beverages to help re-duce energy intake and maintain hydration.Tea bags for beauty: While tea has great hydrating properties vital forour skin beauty and helps aid weight loss, the humble tea bag canalso offer a host of beauty secrets. Tea bags soaked in warm waterand placed over closed eyes revitalise tired puffy eyes. Freshly brewedtea as a conditioning final rinse after a shampoo. Peppermint teamakes a great soothing mouthwash.

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basis in JulyCONTD. FROM PAGE 25Ontario's CPI advanced 2.5% in the 12 months to July, afterrising 3.0% in June. Natural gas prices in Ontario increased 18.3% yearover year in July, a smaller rise than in the previous month (+38.4%). Inaddition, consumers in Ontario paid 4.2% more for gasoline on a year-over-year basis in July, after paying 9.4% more in June.Consumer prices in Saskatchewan increased 2.5% on a year-over-yearbasis in July. This followed a 2.2% rise in June. Prices for natural gas inSaskatchewan advanced 16.2% in the 12 months to July, after increasing2.1% in June.Consumer prices rose 2.5% in Alberta in the 12 months to July, after increas-ing 1.9% in June. Among the provinces, Alberta recorded the largest year-over-year increase in natural gas prices (+41.8%) in July. As well, theindexes for passenger vehicle insurance premiums and homeowners'replacement cost rose more in Alberta compared with the rest of Canada.In British Columbia, consumer prices increased 1.4% year over year in July,following a 1.9% gain in June. The indexes for homeowners' replacementcost (-1.5%) and gasoline (-1.0%) declined in British Columbia, while theyrose at the national level. British Columbia also posted the smallest year-over-year increase in natural gas prices among the provinces.Seasonally adjusted monthly Consumer Price Index decreasesOn a seasonally adjusted monthly basis, the CPI fell 0.1% in July, markingits first decrease since October 2013. The decline in July followed a 0.3%rise in June. Of the eight major components, three declined and threeincreased on a seasonally adjusted monthly basis in July.The seasonally adjusted transportation index (-0.6%) posted the largestmonthly decrease in July. On an unadjusted basis, the transportationindex (-1.2%) declined more this July compared with the decreasesit typically exhibits in the month.The seasonally adjusted indexes for food and for household opera-tions, furnishings and equipment declined in July.

Home makeovers you can do in a dayWho said giving your livingspace a makeover is a dauntingtask that can last for days.Here are tips that can makeyour house look different, all ina matter of 24 hours.1. Fill up a blank wall: If you havea coloured empty wall, your firstthought to decorate it would bewith family por traits and pictures.But instead of this run-on-the-millidea, why not try something different.Stock up on light plastic plates in differ-ent colours, shapes and sizes. You canbe as creative as you want. Simple,easy and yet, very arty, go berserk andcreate your very own piece of ar tdecor!2. Mix and match: In your bed-room, instead of using boringmatching bed sheets and pillowcushions, mix them up with each

other. Don't be afraid to experi-ment and use batik prints withpaisley print. This will give yourbedroom a fresh look instantly.

3. Dress up your dining table: Ifyou have a big table that you don'tuse daily, you can shift it to thecentre of your living room and

then place decorative items on it!These could include antiques, asmal l lamp shade, porcela invases, vintage toy cars, anything!

Decorating does not have to cost a fortune. No matter how much moneywe may have, we all place budget amounts on the purchases we make.The trick lies in learning how to decorate our home on a shoestring budget withconfidence! Indeed, your confidence level in tackling your decorating projectmakes a big difference.If you do not have to have a lot of money to have good taste, be creative and havefun. Allow your personality to shine through, and don't be afraid to try somethingdifferent and unique. But do keep these considerations in mind:-Have a plan, colour scheme, style, and atmosphere. Have a target date forcompletion. Decide ahead of time on a budget or payment plan, pace yourdecorating. Include money for accessories.-Decide on one room at a time and designate a priority within your room. That'swhere you should begin.-Prepare a decorating palette with paint, wallpaper and fabrics, along with theroom layout to get the best view of what the finished room will look like.-Measure your room to scale. Show windows and doors. Decide on a focalpoint. Measure furniture, rugs, etc. before purchase. Draw your furniture toscale and cut out the drawings. Place these on your floor plan, moving themaround until you get an arrangement that you like. This procedure will also helpyou decide if the items are proportionately correct for your room. Think aboutceiling height and traffic flow too.-Paint, wallpaper and tiled borders go a long way in updating and freshens aroom and usually cost very little.- Consider upkeep and maintenance before making your final decorating pur-chases.-Use good resources to find beautiful decorating ideas, and then improvise to

bring the cost within your budget-Hiding sofas, armchairs or ottomans under slipcovers are a quick fix for tiredfurniture — and often more affordable than purchasing a replacement.-Painting is a fast and economical way to give your walls, floors or ceilings afacelift. While price isn't the barometer for quality, don't be too thrifty whenpurchasing paint for kitchens and bath-rooms. Look for durable paint madespecifically for these rooms, which aremold and mildew resistant.-Use mirrors to trick the eye. Installingmirrors along certain walls can makethat narrow passageway feel like doubleits width. In small rooms, mirrors placedopposite windows, open doorways orinteresting objects make the space feellarger by providing depth and bright-ness, or giving the impression of aneighbouring room. See what opticalillusions you can create with large,framed or unframed mirrors, or bygrouping smaller, framed mirrors on awall. -Lighting is the most overlookedway of transforming a space — it canbe as easy as moving a lamp. The rightlighting is not only functional, but canact as a powerful mood setter.

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