Sunday, January 30, 2011
Saturday, January 29, 2011
Friday, January 28, 2011
Thursday, January 27, 2011
Reds wear the Pants: Liverpool 1-0 Fulham
Reds hold for a scrappy win
Full blooded Pantsil
Slicing Torres’s deflection in
Handshake from Dalglish
Sparky with rousing footwork
Dembele let down the Cottagers
Constrained by Raul and Dirk
Dalglish sought another rout
10-0 win in eighty six
Kelly is coming of age
Pepe was a wall of bricks
26.01.11
Number 7
© Emdad Rahman
www.football-poems.com
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
Tuesday, January 25, 2011
Dalglish and Rush: quite simply Liverpool’s greatest ever partnership
Full article - http://www.givemefootball.com/premier-league/dalglish-and-rush-quite-simply-liverpools-greatest
Monday, January 24, 2011
Baking cakes
Sunday, January 23, 2011
Architectural wonder
This is on the border of Canning Town roundabout. The end of Barking Road is closed due to essential works and I was forced to do a left, ending up here.
Definitely worth getting out of the car and taking a snapshot - makes Robin Hood Gardens look stately...
Saturday, January 22, 2011
Red Wolves ditch sheepskin: Wolves 0-3 Liverpool
Three points to begin
Molyneux the venue
For Kenny's first win
Goal up before the break
Meireles with a total beauty
McCarthy's men no match
For Raul's raw energy
Torres sealed a rout
Black Country left for dead
El Niño with a brace
Served with French bread
22.01.11
Number 7
(c) Emdad Rahman
www.football-poems.com
Friday, January 21, 2011
Wednesday, January 19, 2011
Obituary: Bashir Ahmed JP
Emdad Rahman: It is with tremendous sadness that we mourn the loss of a dedicated family man, a loyal friend to many, and a brilliant philanthropist.
I came to know Bashir Ahmed JP from my involvement with United Sporting Luton Football Club. He was a Director and I was appointed an Ambassador for this flagship club, an establishment which through Bashir's big heart, benefitted to the tune of thousands of pounds.
When he departed from us to go to a better place, Bashir had achieved a lifetimes worth of accomplishments. All at only 42 years of age.
The Chairman of the Barket Group departed Midday last Tuesday at a hospice in
Bashir leaves behind two boys (aged 14 and 11), a wife, mother, two brothers and a sister.
Bashir Ahmed JP hailed fromvillage of Brahmangaon
Bashir Ahmed JP hailed from
Alhaj Manik Meah, Bashir’s Father in law and Chief Treasurer of the BCA said: “In our locality Bashir was a very devoted community worker as well as a successful businessman.”
Bashir, who was the only Bangladeshi serving magistrate in Bedfordshire, was honoured by his fellow citizens. On Wednesday a packed Bury Park Jamia Masjid was the location for his Janaza prayers.
Bashir, who was the only Bangladeshi serving magistrate in Bedfordshire, was honoured by his fellow citizens. On Wednesday a packed Bury Park Jamia Masjid was the location for his Janaza prayers.
Bashir always maintained a deeply intensive workload and he took utmost pleasure in his family, the interests of his locality and his network of friends and comrades. All were drawn to a man of great humour and culture as well as profound commitment.
Bashir was a Director at United Sporting Luton Football Club. Club co-owner Shakayet Hussain said: "Words alone cannot express how sorry we are to hear the passing away of Bashir Ahmed. He was a wonderful friend of USL Football Club and played a pivotal part in shaping us to become one of Bedfordshire's most respected amateur teams.
"Under Bashir's guidance the Club won the East of England Top Charter Standard Adult Team Award in 2007, and, helped raise hundreds of pounds for local charities.
"A generous and giving man, he spent thousands of pounds on USL, to help us give teenagers the chance to play football.
"Bashir was a true believer in assisting people to engage in sport and had full trust upon USL to spend his money wisely. The only way for all of us at USL to continue the legacy left behind by Bashir is to find strength from our memories of him.”
Our thoughts are with his family through this time of sorrow. We pray that they may find peace with time and we pray that Allah Almighty forgives Bashir and rewards him with the very best in the hereafter.
Tea at Tanvir & Zahir's
Tuesday, January 18, 2011
Crazy football
Yusuf: Wake up!
Nazmul: Okey dokey
Nazmul: Yusuf presses a button and suddenly two mechanical arms appear on both beds, brushes teeth and gives them breakfast. It put on the clothes too.
Yusuf: Get ready to rumble!
The boys pull back a big red lever. Then like 118 118 they went down, did there business with elevator music in the background and went down the slops again to the football match.
Nazmul: Watch out for the bulldozers because they are overweight.
Yusuf: I don’t have to worry, you are a good goalkeeper.
Then the match began. As soon as the whistle blew the bulldozer captain who was the fattest of them all, bellyflopped the person with the ball and did keepy uppies on his belly.
Nazmul: Get out the way!
Suddenly one of the plump ones tried to barge in to Yusuf. They bumped into each other like dominoes.
Yusuf: (scoffs) Looks like its one-nil to us.
Yusuf: When the ball got bellyflopped by captain plumsy it ripped through the net and out of nowhere a granny summersaulted in the air and blasted the ball into the moon. Then the pitch too landed on the moon.
Nazmul: oh oh. Because of mitro gravity.
Yusuf: Watch out for the goal fluffer.
Yusuf: Then Nazmul did a triple summersault, and a twist in the air and balanced the ball on his index fingers. After a second or a week he passed to Yusuf and blasted into the goal.
The ball bounced out of the goal and the goalkeeper accidentally bellyflopped into the goal. It was like a tennis match and Nazmul managed to score a goal.
Nazmul: We Won
Yusuf: 100000-0 we scored two and the rest scored.
Nazmul: Then we woke up.
Yusuf: It was a dream!
Yusuf & Nazmul attend the Amani Foundation Creative Writing Programme
Dhaka - Disorganised City
WORKSHOP LED BY NAZMUS SAQUIB CHOWDHURY
WHEN : THURSDAY 20th January 2011
TIME: 6:00 (workshop starts at 6.30pm)
WHERE: BROMLEY BY BOW CENTRE, LONDON E3 3BT
Interview with Emdad Rahman: The city of Dhaka, Bangladesh, has experienced a mass migration over the last 3 decades, creating the world’s most congested City. Photographer Ruhul Abdin has spent time investigating this phenomenon: “This city somehow manages to survive. People somehow seem to manage to get around, yet there are no properly managed traffic systems, public transportation and a seemingly lack of free space.
This is the first exhibition of photographs by Ruhul and a small workshop themed on Dhaka city.
There will also be a video screening by Hamja Ahsan, presentations by Restless Beings and RESET Development as well as an opportunity to have conversations about the city.
The exhibition is based on looking at the effect Traffic has on the everyday lives of the people of Dhaka city.
“I spent over 6 months in the city, documenting this with my camera, capturing the static and kinetic elements that represent the traffic and the life that is affected by it.
“My images show how unsafe and perhaps dangerous it is to travel in Dhaka and yet there are age old traditions involved with Rickshaws, boats and walking being a preferred method for a lot of the people.”
There will be a video screening by Hamja Ahsan, presentations by Restless Beings and RESET Development as well as an opportunity to have conversations about the city.
Ruhul said: “The exhibition is based on looking at the effect Traffic has on the everyday lives of the people of Dhaka city.”
The travel research project is titled Tempo Realities, which will coincide with the launch of PARA as an organisation in the summer. “This will enable the team to continue making further investigations as well as develop on the ground projects,” said Ruhul.
A question in relation to the traffic problems is the Dhaka Action Plan, which is coming to fruition in 2015. The plan has not been up to much scrutiny and although it is nearing the end, the reasons for the plan still seem unknown to architects and planners, as well as the public.
With many failed attempts to tackle the traffic situation, including low resources, a workshop with practitioners is planned, to begin probing and working towards helping this city ‘breathe.’
“It is an opportunity to acquire an understanding from the local city dwellers about their experience of the traffic problem,” added Ruhul.
“The workshop will help gain a deeper understanding of the people’s response to the traffic situation and their suggestions to improvement.”
Ruhul will travel to Bangladesh on the 3rd of February for further research.
“The planned workshop will look to tackle traffic congestion and also showcase some of the images captured with my camera, on various different modes of transport, from walking, to Rickshaws, CNG’s, Taxi’s, Buses and trains.”
Ruhul has used a slow shutter speed instead of the flash to capture movements within the image.
Outcomes expected from his efforts include the exhibition that highlights the problems faced by city travellers, especially when using the public transport system, walking and rickshaws.
Research will involve a survey that will highlight the most urgent problems faced by city dwellers in relation to the traffic and a report analysing the survey and the outcomes of the workshop.
The findings will be published within a small book in Bangladesh, and will include contributions from practitioners who have participated.
The Lion of Vienna - Nat Lofthouse OBE
Fashioned from an iron girder
Bustled Harry Gregg into the net
And the fans yelled bloody murder
Starring in the Mathews final
Heroic against Austria
Thirty goals on national duty
Epitome of a humble superstar
One club man all the way
Shearer with advanced antenna
Goodbye Nat Lofthouse OBE
Farewell and goodnight Vienna
Number 7
(c) Emdad Rahman
www.football-poems.com
Sunday, January 16, 2011
Dalglish debuts at Mersey Derby - Liverpool 2-2 Everton
Fields of Anfield Where Kenny was crowned "You'll never walk alone" At a familiar stomping ground Dalglish last on the field Both Blue and Red roared Watching king Kenny play And the glory days restored Reds lead the Mersey Derby Smashed in by Raul Blues hit back with Distain After Moyes' half time howl Silence when Beckford slid in Kuyt laid down the law Penalty in the right corner Points shared in a four goal draw 15.01.11 Number 7 (c) Emdad Rahman www.football-poems.com
Needo Grill
We chose Chicken Tikka Rolls and Biriani, washed down with cans of fizz.
The Tikka Rolls were spicy, succulent, fresh, and not leftovers from the night before. The accompanying Salad was ripe and attractive - not to mention tastebud tingling.
The Chicken Biriani was delicious and we cleaned up, leaving the plate sparkling clean.
It may have been my first visit, but I'm going to be visiting this magic Mahal a whole lot more.
If it weren't for parking issues, this joint would take the rest to the cleaners.
I have one complaint and just want to know why Pakistani restaurants spoil the ambience by blaring out corny Bollywood video sings on giant screen. Maybe they feel the scantily clad Bollywood babes will add to consumer appetites.
The food bill, including a tikka to go came to a reasonable £18.30.
Howard Webb recuperates :)
A sound source tells me that Sir Alex is to rest Howard Webb for today's trip to the Spurs.
Saturday, January 15, 2011
Thursday, January 13, 2011
DJ for King Kenny - Blackpool 2-1 Liverpool
Regal trumpets for the King
Sunshine, smiles and uplift
Kenny is back in the ring
Alas Tangerines historic double
Against sorry rearguard action
Yet Kelly fed Torres to score
Reds ahead for a mere fraction
Taylor-Fletcher pulled it level
I spluttered and choked on my dinner
"4 Butch you Bluenose RIP"
T Shirt tribute for Richard Butcher
DJ Campbell with a late winner
Olly with three points in the sack
Shrugging I still kept smiling
Who cares, King Kenny is back
Number 7
© Emdad Rahman
www.football-poems.com
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
King Edward VII Memorial Park under threat
Thames Water works will deface local gem
Emdad Rahman
King Edward VII Memorial Park was created in 1910 after the Government decided that it was more fitting that King Edward VII's life was honoured with local commemorations than grand countrywide gestures. It was thought that London was the best place in which to create a memorial to the former King.
Concerned Tower Hamlets residents and activists come together to oppose extensive works, which will last between three and a half to seven years. The Thames Water project will damage the mature vegetation and wildlife habitats beyond repair and will make the park, its amenities and the Thames Path unusable for the duration of the scheduled tunnel build.
Commenting on the campaign website, Michele Julien said: “It’s a unique space where all communities and ages mingle and relax. It has been a perfect oasis in the East End of London to go with our toddler and take in its beauty.”
Once the works are completed, residents will be left with a concrete promontory on the foreshore and two huge buildings that will deface the beautiful riverfront, produce noise pollution, vent sewage air (untreated in case of really heavy rain) and spoil the view completely.
One of these buildings will house maintenance machinery and the other will be a 15 metre high ventilation tower. Campaigner Emma Dunsire said: “It is highly unlikely people will feel like taking their children to the playground, walk their dogs or simply take a stroll in the proximity of what is effectively a sewage plant, constantly humming away and venting air from the sewer into the park and surrounding residential area.”
At present the park is well used by the community all year round. It provides an oasis in an area where green spaces are scarce. Those opposed to the build feel it would be a shame and a scandal if Thames Water were to be allowed to get away with destroying a conservation area as there are plenty of Brownfield sites that could be used instead of ruining the best loved park in Wapping, Shadwel, Limehouse and Stepney.
Terry Bennett, Headteacher of St Paul's Whitechapel Primary School has also shared his concerns about Thames Water's plans for King Edward VII Memorial Park and its foreshore. The Park is a valuable asset for local schools who use it regularly for activities and events.
Bennett said: “What a dreadful shame it would be if the community lost the use of this lovely park; there are already too few green spaces in this area. King Edward VII Memorial Park is almost unique with a section of Thames Pathway offering panoramic views across the river and in having appeal for young and old alike. The plan to close areas of the park for up to seven years and to build a combined sewerage overflow there is nothing short of commercial vandalism.”
The campaign group, chaired by Carl Dunsire, who is the senior project manager with years of experience in heavy engineering projects is calling on all locals and on everyone who has ever used the park to sign the petition to keep King Edward Memorial Park Green and to fill out the consultation questionnaires available on Thames Water’s website.
Cllr Alibor Choudhury, Independent for Shadwell and Cabinet Member of Tower Hamlets, who renewed his support for SaveKEMP said: "There's no way I will accept giving up any part of King Edward Memorial Park for the Thames Water sewage tunnel. I will defend local residents and park users affected by the proposals and ensure their concerns are heard at every level of the consultation.”
Cllr Rabina Khan, Independent for Shadwell and Cabinet Member for Housing signed the petition publicly at a campaign rally last week. She said: "I support SaveKEMP and oppose Thames Water’s plans for the park and its foreshore.”
Prominent community Activist and Respect Party Member Mahbub Mamum Alam has met with Carl Dunsire. He said: “The proposed tunnel build will destroy this beautiful heritage space. It will cause disruption and chaos. In light of the opposition from residents I hope that Thames Water will reconsider their decision to build.”
All the information provided as to the duration and scope of the build of the tunnel, measurements of maintenance buildings, ventilation of untreated sewage air etc is all taken by Thames Waters own documentation provided to the campaign group by Malcolm Orford, senior project manager at Thames Water.
The campaign group are also objecting to the fact that the consultation was conducted in an unfair manner. A campaign group spokesperson said: “We do not believe that the local community was sufficiently informed, and local ethnic communities have been particularly disregarded as the material about the build was circulated in English.
“It is our understanding that translations were made available only upon request. In our view, this is unacceptable and shows a total disregard for the whole community because it is an indication that Thames Water has not bothered to consider our area at all.”
Time is of the essence and readers have until the end of Friday 14th January to register their complaints with Thames Water. After that the consultation period will be closed and it will be much harder to get Thames Water to rethink their plans.
For further information visit http://www.savekemp.com/ and the Facebook page.
Photo Credit: Mark Baynes
Monday, January 10, 2011
Early retirement package
Cantona's boots hung too early
Not the Sir Stanley Mathew type
Clough forced to step down prematurely
Gerd Muller chose the slippers and pipe
Jim Baxter left way too soon
Cruyff much to teach and learn
Sol went back to the Arsenal
For Robbie an Anfield return
Becks keeps match fit at Spurs
Henry at Gunners the same
North London could be the centre
Of an awesome training game
Number 7
(c) Emdad Rahman
www.football-poems.com
Not the Sir Stanley Mathew type
Clough forced to step down prematurely
Gerd Muller chose the slippers and pipe
Jim Baxter left way too soon
Cruyff much to teach and learn
Sol went back to the Arsenal
For Robbie an Anfield return
Becks keeps match fit at Spurs
Henry at Gunners the same
North London could be the centre
Of an awesome training game
Number 7
(c) Emdad Rahman
www.football-poems.com
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