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Tribute is an artwork in the main reception area of the new Royal Liverpool University Hospital (RLBUHT). The artwork celebrates, remembers and give thanks to the generosity of organ and tissue donors and their families.
The artwork was commissioned by the Royal Liverpool and Broadgreen University Hospitals’ Organ Donation Committee and Royal Liverpool Dialysis Utilities Fund.
Through its round tower-like form, Tribute acts as a strong internal landmark within the building. A doorway in its side invites visitors to enter. Beautiful patterns of coloured light emanating from the semi-transparent structure can be viewed and enjoyed from all angles, creating an inspiring and intriguing space for contemplation. The experience alters with the changing daylight which streams into the atrium from above.
Upon entering the artwork, visitors can stand or sit on the in-built seating. They will notice that many of the translucent coloured panels have printed text on them, which are extracts from personal responses and stories collected from patients and staff of the hospital, illustrating the impact which organ and tissue donation has had on their lives. Including contributions from dialysis patients, each story will express the positive impact the hospitals’ services have had.
Looking up at the mirrored ceiling or down onto the reflective floor of the artwork, the space within the structure appears infinite. This beautiful optical property expresses the concept that the effect of donation goes on and on and that there are thousands of people around the globe, each with their personal stories to tell, who have benefited from the work of the RLBUHT.
The artwork is designed to be experienced and appreciated by everyone visiting the hospital. Some may simply enjoy it visually by looking at the geometry, colours and reflections, whilst others will stop to consider the artwork in more depth, sit a while, read the stories and appreciate its greater meaning. Subtly referencing stained glass windows, the artwork provides an intimate space for contemplation and reflection. Which way the artwork is read will depend in part on what the visitor brings to the piece. Through its visual, written and conceptual content, the artwork celebrates, remembers and give thanks to the generosity of organ and tissue donors and their families.
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Capri Holdings Limited reports lower earnings results for the luxury goods group
By Eva Morletto08 février 2023
The third quarter results of Capri Holdings Limited, owner of the Michael Kors, Jimmy Choo and Versace brands, were released on 8 February and the news is rather mitigated: sales and net profit are down.
The group saw its sales fall by -6% to 1.51 billion dollars in the quarter ended 31 December 2022, whereas analysts' estimates were more optimistic, expecting 1.53 billion dollars. Following the announcement of these results, the share price fell by 24% (before closing) to 50 dollars.
As a consequence, the company's management has lowered its guidance for the fourth fiscal quarter of 2023. The stock is also expected to be impacted, with EPS - earnings per common share - forecast at $0.90-0.95, while analysts were unanimously predicting $1.39. The entire fiscal year could be impacted, with overall sales expected to be $5.56 billion, compared to the $5.72 billion initially forecast.
Among the factors influencing the negative decline in results was the health situation in China: the festive season was heavily impacted by the upsurge of the pandemic in several parts of the Asian market, limiting demand for luxury goods as a result.
Although the figures do not live up to the initial optimism generated by Michael Kors' good performance and growth in the first two quarters of the 2023 financial year (the first quarter ended with an increase in sales of +8.5%, followed by an equally promising second quarter with a turnover of 1, 41 billion and a jump of +8.6%), Capri Holdings intends to perform better in other geographical areas, in particular the US domestic market, where Michael Kors accessories are becoming iconic (in the second quarter, sales climbed +9.2% in the US).
Michael Kors is even about to invest more in its marketing strategies, following the recent appointment of new CEO Cedric Wilmotte, who intends to inject new energy into the brand.
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Moncler will be lighting up London Fashion Week with The Art of Genius
On the occasion of London Fashion Week, Moncler will captivate the world of fashion. On the stage of L’Olympia in South-Kensington, on February 20, the live show will introduce The Art of Genius platform. A further extension of the project launched in 2018 known as Moncler Genius, this exclusive program of artistic collaborations will change the codes of the luxury industry.
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Repositionning of the Jelmoli building in Zurich
Swiss Prime Site group has decided to redevelop the Jelmoli building on Zurich’s Bahnhofstrasse starting at the beginning of 2025. The transformation aims to reposition the building adding new features that better fit the market demand with a new operating model.
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Rail car loading station, Pará
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The hopper car loading facility, which allows trains to be parked beneath it for loading from overhead silos, is supported by 22 RESTON-SPHERICAL bearings. These are designed for vertical loads of up to 7950 kN. Some of the bearings also resist horizontal forces, while others accommodate longitudinal and/or transverse sliding movements. The long-term sliding performance of the bearings in this demanding industrial location, where impacts and dust can be expected at all times, is ensured by the use of mageba’s ROBO-SLIDE high-grade sliding material instead of the typically used PTFE. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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Picture this: sultry Instagram and Facebook posts featuring the most jaw-dropping, jaw-unhinging scenes ever to grace your feed. I mean, we’re talking content that even Meta’s algorithm raised an eyebrow at. These saucy shenanigans were all aimed at convincing you to swap your Netflix and chill for “Taco Tuesdays” at their Grange establishment.
But wait, there’s more! The reactions poured in faster than salsa from a jar that’s seen better days. While some foodies found this steamy strategy appetizing, others were left feeling like they’d bitten into a ghost pepper. 🌶️
“You guys do your thing, but if this is the vibe, I don’t think I fit your target demographic anymore,” declared one shocked follower who clearly didn’t sign up for a dinner and a show featuring Rodreguez and Millyonaire’s tantalising taco-tography. And oh boy, the comments kept flowing: “Yeah this is a turn off and just gross. Does not encourage anyone to buy. Wonder how long before account is shut down by insta,” lamented another.
Hold onto your tortillas, because the digital storm didn’t stop there. A brave soul even chimed in with, “This has got to be the weirdest way to destroy your own business that I’ve ever seen!”
While the internet debated whether the posts were pure shock or a hack attack, Millyonaire herself stepped up to sprinkle some humour on the negative posts. Beefy Birrias isn’t your run-of-the-mill taco joint. These boundary-pushers once invited you to get inked while scarfing down their spicy delights. Yes, you heard me right, it was “Tattoo ‘n Tacos” month! Maybe it’s their way of saying, “Food that leaves a mark!”
Owner Jamie Wimmer, our newfound spicy sauce sensation, ain’t losing sleep over the spice-tainted scandal. He’s sipping his tequila and deflecting haters like a pro. “We’ve received a lot of emails – if you have time to write an email you have time to read a book … but I just brush it off,” he shrugged, channeling a vibe that’s equal parts Taco Tuesday and Talk Show Host sass.
So, whether you’re craving carne asada or just a dose of social media sensationalism, Beefy Birrias has served up a controversy with a side of guac that you won’t soon forget. Taco ’bout a wild ride! 🌮🔥 | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
MAM (Manchester Automatic Machining) established since 1948 is a successful family run precision engineering company based in South Manchester, UK. We have over 70 years experience in the manufacturing of small CNC turned parts, precision engineering components and CNC machined parts. Parts are manufactured from a wide range of materials including: Brass, copper, stainless steel, aluminium, steel, plastic and much more
We have built up a nationwide customer base over this time and have established an excellent reputation for our high quality and swift CNC precision turning service to companies across all industry sectors. We are always investing in the latest turning technology including the latest LFV (low frequency vibration) turning technology which we combine with traditional methods allowing our team of precision engineers to produce the best quality components and CNC machined turned parts to our customers at highly competitive prices. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Proudly display your graduation certificate with this contemporary Oak Certificate Frame. Stylish Oak moulding has been designed to display and protect your graduation certificate.
Included is a conservation (acid-free) mount to protect your certificate from discolouration with silver embossing of your University/College name. Please note, we can only supply named mounts for institutions that we currently serve. For any institutions that we do not serve then a plain mount will be included. Please provide details of which mount is required in the comments box of your order.
The frame is approx 16"x12", wall hung with a removable back for easy self-insertion. You do not need to send us your certificate. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Ron Guba puts on the white lab coat and creates blends of essential oils to alleviate common muscular and joint conditions that are seen in our practice. Ron will discuss aromatic approaches to common musculo-skeletal problems, such as osteoarthritis, a range of 'sports injuries', RSI and more. On completion of this study module, you will be able to better understand and apply blends to assist you with your clients.
Ron Guba is Australia's leading proponent of aromatic medicine, having studied and practiced since the early 1980s. Completing his diploma in Phytotherapy and Aromatic Medicine in 1988 in France, Ron began Essential Therapeutics, a company devoted to providing therapeutic-grade essential oils to health practitioners.
Ron founded the Centre for Aromatic Medicine in 1989, to provide education and training in the practice of aromatic medicine and aromatherapy. Ron was a founding member and past chairman of the International Federation of Aromatherapists (Australia) and a founding member and past chairman of the Australian Aromatic Medicine Association. He writes and lectures extensively throughout Australia and overseas.
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Sentiment is from Celebrate Christmas chipboard phrases
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This is a quick and simple masculine Christmas Card where you can let the paper and chipboard do the work.
To add some bling I added stickles to the tree and holly then I added the berries with nuvo drops. I popped up the sentiment with foam tape and added a black satin bow.
I wanted to keep this card clean and simple without too much bling so it would be perfect for any gentleman on your list. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
About the Artist
Marcello Dudovich was an Italian painter who, together with Leonetto Cappiello, Adolf Hohenstein, Giovanni Maria Mataloni and Metlicovitz Leopold, became one of the fathers of modern Italian advertising posters.
In the early 20th Century he was employed as a lithographer at Ricordi, a music publisher, through his father’s friendship with the famous illustrator and cartoonist Leopold Metlicovitz, and was subsequently commissioned to create many advertising designs. He married Elisa Bucchi, and continued to create designs for advertising along with political and social satire and movie posters.
After the Second World War Dudovich left the advertising business and devoted himself to painting. He died in 1962 from a cerebral hemorrhage. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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The new edition of the most comprehensive resource on surgical oncology, covering both basic and advanced surgical oncology procedures in small animals
Veterinary Surgical Oncology is a detailed, highly illustrated reference to surgical treatment of cancer in small animal patients. Designed to provide in-depth coverage of surgical procedures, the book also includes useful information on diagnostic testing, complications, aftercare, outcomes, prognosis, and adjuvant or alternative therapies to assist veterinary surgeons and veterinary oncologists with decision making. Contributions by leaders in the field discuss the principles of surgical oncology, multimodal therapy, and interventional radiology, and describe surgical techniques in all anatomical structures.
Now in its second edition, Veterinary Surgical Oncology is fully revised and incorporates new material, including a brand-new chapter discussing the anatomic, functional, and ethical limits of surgical oncology procedures. This edition contains expanded coverage of interventional oncology with discussion of these techniques in relevant chapters, additional surgical procedures, as well as more information regarding other modalities, including extravasation of chemotherapy and the effects of chemotherapy and radiation therapy on wound healing. Additional surgical procedures are supported by new figures, improved images, and up-to-date information. This authoritative surgical oncologic textbook:
- Emphasizes a multidisciplinary approach to cancer treatment that integrates diagnostic imaging, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, alternative therapies, and cancer biology
- Provides new and expanded sections by specialist medical oncologists, surgeons, and a specialist neurologist that cover all the latest advances in the field
- Includes more than 800 high-quality images and illustrations
- Features a new companion website with videos
Veterinary Surgical Oncology, Second Edition remains essential reading for all practicing veterinarians, as well as specialists and trainees in veterinary surgery, oncology, and internal medicine.
Simon T. Kudnig, BVSc, MVS, MS, FACVSc, DACVS, is an ACVS Founding Fellow of Surgical Oncology and Referral Surgeon at the Animal Referral Hospital in Victoria, Australia.
Bernard Séguin, DVM, MS, DACVS, is an ACVS Founding Fellow of Surgical Oncology, ACVS Founding Fellow of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, and Professor of Surgical Oncology at the Animal Cancer Center at Colorado State University in Fort Collins, Colorado, USA. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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Amidst the prevailing water shortage in the region due to rising mercury, at least six people sustained injuries after being stabbed by a man here over a water dispute.
The injured are undergoing treatment in a local hospital here.
On Friday, while locals in Kishoreganj were lined up in front of a tanker to fill water, a man from a neighboring village was seen filling water in large barrels, leaving a lesser amount of water for residents of the region.
Speaking to ANI, Sunil Kumar Yadav, one among those who sustained bruises in the incident, said his father asked the man why he was taking so much water and explained that others, too, must get a chance to fill water.
Irked by this, the accused, Yadav said, began quarreling and hurled abuses at his father. When Yadav tried to intervene, the accused took out a knife and began stabbing him with it.
“A boy came to fill water multiple times in our area. My father asked him why he is taking so much water and if he takes all the water, where will everybody else get water from. He started arguing with my father. When I intervened, he hurled abuses and later stabbed me with a knife. He stabbed my mother and brother also when they tried to save me. We rounded him up and grabbed his knife, after which the police took him away,” Yadav said.
Recalling the incident, Yadav’s mother Sona Devi said she too was stabbed by the man when she tried to save her son.
Kishoreganj, locals say, is reeling under water shortage, as tankers are sent only once in four days. Locals claim they are forced to travel distances to fulfill their requirement, as water bodies in the region have begun to dry up due to soaring temperatures.
Acknowledging the situation, state minister CP Singh said people should learn how to use available water judiciously rather than fight over it.
“I heard of the knife attack, this is wrong. Everyone needs water, fighting is wrong. The state and local administration are working on water-related projects. We are trying to arrange water through pipelines, but some are installing motors and diverting water flow. People should learn how to judiciously use water and start water harvesting. It is taking time, but we’re working on it,” he added. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) updated their goals on modernizing its information technology through an action plan that is focusing on customer-focused, evidence-based, and tax-dollar efficient technology. The update was released Tuesday on Performance.gov.
By September 30th, 2019, the USDA wants to be able to provide leadership with instant access to key administrative data to make data-driven decisions. Through the action plan, the USDA will continue to develop a series of administrative dashboards to enable fast delivery of functionality to the leadership team and to track progress of the plan:
- Pilot OCIO Dashboard
- Implement CXO Governance
- Pilot Executive Dashboard
- Deliver OCIO Dashboard
- Deliver OHRM Dashboard
- Deliver OCFO Dashboard
- Deliver OO Dashboard
- Deliver OCP & OPFM (formerly OPPM) Dashboards
- Deliver OHS Dashboard
- Deliver Executive Dashboard
- Deploy Technical Infrastructure
- Expand Capabilities to Mission Areas (In progress)
Thus far, all dashboards have completed their progressions, with the exception being the “Expand Capabilities to Mission Areas” dashboard which is in progress to be completed by the first quarter of fiscal year 2019.
The agency has also made progress towards standing up the cloud-based data lake to support back-end automation and data consolidation for the dashboards. After securing an Authority to Operate (ATO), several dashboards on the cloud-hosted server now update automatically.
To communicate the initiative across the organization and to leadership, the USDA is taking a three-step approach to communicating the changes. The first being outreach to spread awareness; the second being institutionalizing governance which will provide leaders with the steps necessary to address change; and the third being training and communications which will help deploy and support analytics. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Dr. Bruce Rank is a thoracic and cardiac surgeon from Kettering,Ohio and he works at several hospitals in the area, such as Grandview Medical Center and Kettering Medical Center. He did his Medical Schooling from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine ,and Residency in Thoracic Surgery from Cleveland Clinic Foundation. The doctor has an experience of more than 20 years.
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
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Acme Metal Spinning Awarded Dual-Training Grant
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Fifty-six Minnesota employers will benefit from $3.347 million in dual-training grants awarded by the Minnesota Office of Higher Education (MOHE), to fund related instruction of dual-training (theoretical and practical) programs. Among those receiving funds: Acme Metal Spinning, Fridley, MN.
The MOHE program, developed to help employers meet their workforce needs by creating earn-and-learn programs for employees, releases grant funds to help cover the cost of dual trainees' tuition, fees and required materials for the related instruction training in program occupations.
“This 2022-2023 school year will be the first time our company has received the grant from the state to train our own employees,” says Mary Kay Storhaug, project manager at Acme Metal Spinning. “We first heard about the grant through Anoka Technical College (ATC), who partnered with the Anoka Chamber of Commerce, a dual training grant recipient. Through the chamber, three of our employees received free college classes from ATC through the dual-training grant for the 2021-2022 school year. To streamline the classes for the needs of our employees for next year, we applied for our own grant and were awarded!”
"These grants support economic growth throughout the state, empowering businesses and connecting Minnesotans to great careers," says MOHE commissioner Dennis Olson. "These businesses are critical partners in our work to provide an array of postsecondary options, and I hope we will be able to support all who are interested in future grant rounds." | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Demystifying the Difference: General Construction vs. General Contractor Company in Saint Lucie County
MHI Homebuilders is your trusted General Contractor Company serving Saint Lucie County, Florida. As you embark on your home construction or renovation project, you might encounter terms like "general contractor" and "general construction company." While both seem similar, understanding the subtle distinctions between them can be crucial for making informed decisions in Saint Lucie County. This guide from MHI Homebuilders clarifies the difference and helps you choose the right partner for your project.
General Construction vs. General Contractor Company in Saint Lucie County: Understanding the Key Differences
While both general contractors and general construction companies are involved in the construction industry, their roles and structures can differ:
General Contractor: A general contractor acts as your single point of contact and oversees all aspects of your construction project in Saint Lucie County. They may possess their own crew of skilled workers for specific tasks but primarily rely on a network of qualified subcontractors for specialized trades like plumbing, electrical work, and roofing. General contractors handle project management, ensuring all aspects of the construction process run smoothly, adhering to timelines, budgets, and building codes.
General Construction Company: A general construction company typically functions as a larger entity with in-house crews of skilled professionals across various construction trades. This allows them to handle a broader range of projects independently without relying heavily on subcontractors. However, they might still collaborate with external subcontractors for highly specialized tasks. General construction companies often focus on larger-scale projects like commercial buildings or multi-unit residential developments.
The ideal partner for your Saint Lucie County project depends on the scope and complexity of your needs:
Smaller-Scale Projects: For renovations, additions, or new home builds of a manageable size, a general contractor is often the preferred choice. Their flexibility, personalized approach, and ability to manage subcontractors effectively can be advantageous.
Larger-Scale Projects: A general construction company with in-house expertise and a larger workforce might be a better fit for complex projects like commercial buildings or large residential developments. Their ability to independently handle a wider range of tasks can streamline the process.
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Love certainly is the ultimate force that takes the entire world. From the dawn of time, way before even society had been born, our ancient ancestors met and chop down in love for when. We say “love, ” but it was more a fabulous union of necessity that is going to ensure the survival your young species. Things were simple: meet and spouse. That’s it. It needed many years for our ancestors and forefathers to develop the capacity for absolutely adore.
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Kali Puja: PFA’s campaign reduces tradition of animal sacrifice
Raiganj: In a remarkable shift across several temples in North Dinajpur, the tradition of animal sacrifice during Kali Puja has significantly declined over recent years, largely due to the persistent efforts of the North Dinajpur unit of People For Animals (PFA). Temples such as Debinagar Kali Mandir in Raiganj, Baira Kalimata Mandir in Kaliyaganj and Siddeshwari Kali Mata Mandir in Islampur have discontinued the practice of animal sacrifice, a custom once widely observed during the festivities.
PFA members, as part of their annual campaign, distributed leaflets and posted appeals on social media, urging devotees to abandon animal sacrifice. This year’s effort followed a similar approach, with PFA’s continued focus on spreading awareness in the district. Gautam Tantia, Secretary of North Dinajpur unit of People For Animals, stated: “Our mission has been to inspire compassion and respect for animals during religious observances. Through ongoing awareness efforts, we have seen a significant reduction in animal sacrifice across the district.” Bidyut Bikash Bhadra, president of Baira Kalimata Mandir in Kaliyaganj, said: ”Previously, the temple used to sacrifice 700-800 goats each year during Kali Puja. However, due to PFA’s campaign and the efforts of the temple committee, the practice was fully
halted in 2021.” Similarly, Debinagar Kali Mandir and Siddeshwari Kali Mata Mandir in Islampur have stopped this tradition since 2017 and 2022 respectively.
Despite these successes, the tradition continues at Ekarchhala Kalimata Mandir in Goalpokhar, where approximately 500 goats were sacrificed this year. Gautam Tantia said: “We remain committed to educating and urging residents to end the practice. Our members will continue to engage in awareness campaigns across North Dinajpur to inspire change.” | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Massive fire guts Puja pandal at Salt Lake
Kolkata: A major fire broke out at the Durga Puja pandal of FD block in Salt Lake on Wednesday morning.
Within a few moment the fire spread all over the pandal along with some structures installed adjacent to it. Three fire tenders doused the fire after almost two hours. Minister of State for Fire and Emergency Services, Sujit Bose went to the spot and took stock of the situation.
According to the FD block Puja committee, on Wednesday around 6:15 am, some youths passing by the FD park saw smoke coming out of the pandal. Immediately they informed some locals and subsequently Puja committee officials were informed. On the other hand Bidhannagar South police station and fire brigade were also called in.
Before the fire tenders could reach the spot, the whole pandal was gutted. After a few moments two fire tenders from Sector V fire station and one from Maniktala fire station reached the spot to douse the fire. Around 8:30 am, the fire was controlled.
Later forensic experts were called in and they have collected samples from the pandal in order to examine it to determine the cause of fire. Apparently it is suspected that the fire broke near the entrance of the pandal which was being used by the Puja committee members and priest.
Secretary of FD block Puja committee, Saumita Mukherjee said: "There were no inflammable objects or any electrical wire at the spot which could have triggered the fire. We are completely in the dark about how the fire broke out."
The president of the Puja committee Banibroto Banerjee suspected foul play behind the incident. However, police are investigating the matter. Sources informed that the CCTV cameras installed inside the pandal along with lights and other electrical objects were dismantled on Tuesday night as the immersion of goddess Durga was planned on Wednesday afternoon. The CCTV footage of the camera installed outside the pandal was scrutinised by both the Puja committee and police but nothing suspicious was spotted. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
The Capital’s clean air challenge
BY Sunita Narain18 Jun 2015 1:04 AM GMT
Sunita Narain18 Jun 2015 1:04 AM GMT
It is good that deadly air pollution in Delhi has become a national headline. But it is bad that we are failing to deal with it and find answers that are commensurate with the scale of the problem. It is time to understand what we have done and the actions we need to take urgently and decisively.
Otherwise, next winter—barely five months away—will be even more severe and hazardous. While foreigners can choose not to live in polluted Delhi, most of us do not have that option. Let’s also be clear that home air purifiers and filters are not the solution even if the rich in the city believe that they can shut their houses and clean their own private air.
Some 16 years ago, the Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) issued an advertisement: “Roll down the window of your bullet-proof car, Mr Prime Minister. The security threat is not the gun; it is the air of Delhi.” This was the time when the air of Delhi was full of black smoke, fuel and emission standards were virtually non-existent and motorization was just beginning to take off. The agenda for action—also listed by CSE in the public notice—was to advance the roadmap for fuel emission standards; restrict diesel vehicles and make the transition to a much cleaner fuel, compressed natural gas (CNG).
Not anymore. Since 2007 pollution has risen to dangerously toxic levels. This winter, the level of PM 2.5—tiny particles emitted from vehicles that can go deep into the lungs and enter the bloodstream—remained three-four times higher than the safety standard. In fact, in November, December and January, the air was classified as “severely polluted” for over 65 percent of the days. According to the government’s own air quality index, this meant pollution was so bad that it could cause “respiratory effects even on healthy people”. It is unsafe to breathe. This is what we must realise.
So, what has happened to make Delhi residents, once again, wheeze, choke and die because of dirty air? In the past decade, since the introduction of CNG, some things have changed. First, there has been an explosion of personal vehicles—near 100 percent increase in registration in Delhi alone. So, even as each car has become cleaner because of tighter emission standards and better quality of fuel, the number has increased exponentially. The net result on pollution is the same.
Second, while in 2000 diesel cars were only 4 percent of the total sales, this increased to 50 percent by mid-2000. Each diesel car is legally allowed to emit four to seven times more than the petrol variant. Pollution is inevitable. Third, the bypass road, ordered by the Supreme Court in 2004, was not built. So, some 50,000 trucks using dirty fuel and even dirtier technology transit the city.
One new source of pollution has made an entry. Post mid-2000, Punjab and Haryana directed farmers to delay paddy transplantation to reduce groundwater usage in peak summer. Now farmers have no time to prepare the field between harvesting paddy and growing wheat, so they burn the straw. In October and November, just as winter inversion is settling in, smoke from this fire makes its way to the already polluted airshed of Delhi.
The country immediately needs an aggressive roadmap for clean fuel and vehicle technology. This is not acceptable to powerful vehicle manufacturers. Even as oil companies have started the supply of cleaner fuel across north India since April 1, 2015, car companies have succeeded in getting an extension for the supply of clean vehicles from the surface transport ministry. Now, the same car companies are busy arguing that they should continue to have the licence to pollute. They want 8-10 years to move to the cleaner vehicle technology Europe uses today. These companies need to understand that we have all run out of time and air to breathe.
The other steps are equally urgent, from monitoring air quality to smog alerts, so that we know when it is advisable to take precautions because of bad air. But most critical is the need to massively augment our public transportation systems, from bus and metro to footpaths and cycle tracks so that we can take a bus and then cross the road or just walk. We also need car restraints. Parking rates and fines for illegal parking need to be increased and then enforced. Today we have a handful of cranes and a sprinkling of traffic police to stop illegal parking. This cannot go on.
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Lotteries have existed for a long time and they are one of the most popular games today. They are usually organized by state governments and they are very profitable. However, they are not as popular as sports betting and online casinos. There are six states in the United States that have legalized them and many more are on the verge of doing so.
The first known European lotteries were organized during the Roman Empire. They were also used in the Netherlands during the 17th century. These games were also used by the colonies in America. They were hailed as a way to fund public projects and provide relief to the poor.
Lotteries were often tolerated in some cases, but they were a problem in France, where they were banned for two centuries. They were sold as a way to finance public projects, like roads and bridges, and in some cases, they were used to fund the militia. It was estimated that there were 200 lotteries in colonial America between 1744 and 1776.
Although many people believed that lottery were just a hidden tax, they were actually a popular means of raising funds for a wide range of public purposes. They were used to finance colleges, libraries, libraries, roads, fortifications, canals, and more. In addition, they were a popular amusement at dinner parties. In fact, a record dated 9 May 1445 in the town of L’Ecluse mentions a lottery that raised funds for the construction of a wall.
The oldest operating lottery is the Staatsloterij, which was started in 1726. Other lottery organizations include the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, the University of Pennsylvania, Princeton and Columbia universities, and the University of Michigan.
The largest game in New York is Mega Millions. Players must have at least a $5,000 jackpot to win. Winnings are also subject to state and federal taxes. The state’s highest tax rate is 8.82 percent, which is a bit higher than most other states.
The Virginia Lottery offers several draw games and multi-state games. The proceeds go to public school construction, renovation, and education programs. In addition, the lottery runs a keno draw and scratch-offs. They also offer e-Instant games that can be played from mobile devices.
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The West Virginia Lottery also runs three multi-state draw games and a scratch-off. They also offer a few in-house games. The lottery is part of the Multi-State Lottery Association.
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Typing a phrase into a search engine often brings up millions of results. If you are looking for a specific location, such as a deck builder or sunroom contractor in Atlanta, you will get many more results than if you narrowed down the location to your small town. However, while the search engine can do the work of bringing you an endless list of options, the way rankings and listing work may not truly bring the best choice to the top of the list.
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It was one of those weekends when ladies just want to be girls – pause from adulting – and take a break from the many responsibilities around us. The guys were away and the kids were having their fun in their own way. We tried to avoid conversations around work or family. Somehow we landed on the movie "Afamefuna," – big ups to Kayode Kasumu by the way.
It was a good intersect between education and entertainment. Some of us in the room could relate, while others were intrigued by the entire plot. The underlying fact was that everyone in the room voiced their appreciation for the 'Nwa Boi' practice until someone in the room started pouring out some unexpected questions:
Can generational wealth be infused into it so its not just a poverty alleviation scheme?
Odogwu's family were obviously at a decline as he grew older & retired, could that be avoided?
Couldn't Ada be protected even if she wasn't interested in the business?
What would have become of her if she didn't marry another rising star?
Must every business/family suffer a hit after the visionary leaves?
We almost couldn't stop the questions from coming in. Her angle felt very valid and personal. Taking nothing out of the "Nwa Boi" as a great wealth generation mechanism at its core, stakeholder capitalism is presently embodied in the apprenticeship system. The system places high priority on sustainable business practices, shared wealth and community advancement. In fact, according to the Harvard Business Review used as the prologue in the movie:
"The Igbos in Africa have been practicing for centuries what is known today as stakeholder capitalism. The Igbo apprenticeship system (IAS) has been recognized as the largest business incubator in the world as thousands of ventures are developed and established yearly through it. For the Igbos and some Africans, it is a working system which has brought equality and peaceful coexistence in communities".
However, can other structures be put in place to ensure it also serves as a tool for generational wealth within families, while still sustaining its ability to spread wealth across the community? It presently has a horizontal wealth circulation to it, but with a few more corporate engineering and creative operational structures, it can also have a vertical wealth preservation angle to it.
So there we were wondering if the Igbo community ever considered infusing some of the structures used in sustaining family businesses across multiple generations into the Nwa Boi practice. These structures go beyond general corporate governance, they tread on the technical lines that draw a distinction between control and ownership. Layering businesses on different levels, each with corporate structures and models required to accommodate multiple distinct but complementary verticals. They require the combination of different family and corporate governance systems, factoring succession across different stakeholders at different levels amongst many other systems and structures tailored to specific families, business, scenarios, etc
In a nut shell, the practice gives a good start for many who want to get out of poverty. It helps in community wealth, but can we make it a generational wealth system too? Referencing the "Afamefuna" movie for example, why were the uninterested daughters of Odogwu not carried along as stakeholders in a bigger structure, therefore keeping a portion of the father's wealth in the family. Could Afamefuna have done a franchise and considered capturing a bigger market share instead of starting afresh? Could they have set up a multifamily office that would have catered to as many families that came out of Odogwu's store?. therefore, making their freedom a quasi-independent structure still within the conglomerate?
Well... the day really goes fast when you're alone with the girls. Before we could say 'jack', the kids came calling and we called it a day. But the words of Robin Sharma kept playing on:
"Starting strong is good, finishing strong is epic"
The present IAS lays a very solid foundation of entry into business both for the founder/businessman and the apprentice learning under him but does it really give the best 'finishing' for the apprentice & the businessman mentor?
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Lead Data & Analytics Tester (m/w/x)
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Within the product family of CRM Data & Insights we focus on providing a state-of-the-art CRM data & analytics platform which serves as the basis for data-driven decisions in REWE Group’s Marketing & CRM environment. We aim to achieve a 360-degree customer view and support our business stakeholders to achieve the best results.
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- Design and implement test strategies and derive initiatives and processes with the goal to continuously improve the quality of our data & insights products with a long-term perspective
- Design, develop, and execute both manual and automated tests to validate data integrity, performance, and reliability
- Drive the test automation for our data platforms: integrate automation frameworks and tools, creation of automated test cases together with the team, as well as setting up processes and tools for the generation, usage and documentation of test data
- Communicate QA progress, issues, and results to stakeholders, including project managers, developers, and management
- Support in the implementation of a Data Quality Framework with DQIs and DQ Gates - Use modern technologies, such as e.g. ML / AI in order to detect anomalies, automatize manual work, etc.
- Ensure adherence to industry standards and best practices in data testing and quality assurance
- Completed technical education with focus on IT (HTL, FH, TU) or a comparable qualification
- Several years of professional experience in the IT industry, in which you have gained significant experience with quality assurance and testing in the world of data & analytics
- Strong experience with testing tools and test-automation frameworks in the area of data (eg. Selenium, Apache JMeter, Tosca, Query Surge, etc.)
- Proficiency with data querying, modelling and/or engineering techniques – SQL, PL/SQL, Big Data, ETL/ELT, etc.
- Hands-on experience in projects relating to testing data solutions (e.g. data lake, system integration, data migration, data warehousing)
- Experience in analytical cloud databases (e.g. Snowflake, BigQuery) is an advantage
- Passionate about data, analytics and data driven decision making. Knowledge of data visualization tools (PowerBI, Tableau, Looker, …)
- Long-term, interesting and varied work for a reliable employer in a supportive team
- A family-friendly company culture with flexible working hours and remote working options available according to your individual needs
- Staff shopping and travel discounts
- Numerous training and further development opportunities within the Group (5% of working time for self-organized training and education)
- Easy public access
- A wide variety of tasks combined with the flexibility you need to plan your personal life
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The past couple of weeks, fans have watched Salem residents, especially Sami (Alison Sweeney) and Lucas (Bryan Dattilo), talk about EJ Dimera on Days of our Lives a lot.
EJ has been off-canvas since 2014 when fan-favorite James Scott chose to exit the role. The character was presumed dead after being shot and dying in Sami’s arms.
Thanks to Kristen, then played by Eileen Davidson, injecting EJ with a substance he was brought him back to life. It was the serum Dr. Rolf (William Utay) uses to make dead people not so dead.
In 2018 Kristen, now played by Stacy Haiduk, returned to town claiming EJ was alive. Brady (Eric Martsolf) discovered a man being held captive by Kristen and Xander (Paul Telfer), but before he could tell anyone, the place exploded.
The mystery man was severely burned and brought back to Salem. After putting all the pieces together, Sami did a DNA test to confirm the man was EJ. Sami chose to take EJ out of town to seek treatment for his injuries.
EJ recast rumors swirl
Not long after Sami returned to Salem in 2021 to help her daughter Alli (Lindsay Arnold), rumors began swirling that EJ would soon follow his wife.
James has made it perfectly clear he is done with Hollywood and has no intentions of returning to the show. So, the only possible way to bring EJ back into the mix is to recast the character.
Thaao Penghlis (Tony) was first to report a new EJ was coming during his appearance on the podcast Mission: Impodible — A Mission: Impossible TV Podcast. No, Thaao didn’t spill any details. The actor merely expressed his excitement over Tony seeing his brother EJ again.
Days head writer confirms EJ recast
Head writer Ron Carlivati spoke to Soap Opera Digest about the struggle to have Sami on the canvas without addressing her marriage to EJ. Ron, that’s how the idea of Sami and Lucas having an affair came to light.
To tell a satisfying story, Ron knew EJ would need to be part of the story. Otherwise, fans would feel cheated and unsatisfied.
“You want EJ to ultimately show up and wonder if this secret of Lucas and Sami is going to come out. So that is how we went about saying, ‘We have to tear off this Band-Aid and find ourselves an EJ,'” Ron shared with the magazine.
Days has gone, and done just that, found a new EJ. Actor Dan Feuerriegel has been cast as EJ DiMera and will make his first appearance on the hit NBC soap opera on Wednesday, June 9.
Oh, how Sami and Lucas will squirm wants EJ hits Salem. The summer is certainly going to be hot one on the NBC daytime drama.
What do you think of EJ being recast?
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HR Operations Manager
Our client, a leading Education provider now has an opportunity for an experienced HR Operations Manager to join their team on a permanent basis.
Please note; this is a full time role requiring at least 4 days pw working on-site in West London.
This is an exciting time of transformation within the HR function and this newly created post will work in partnership with key stakeholders, Senior Leadership Team, and HR colleagues to deliver plans and solutions in line with the needs and priorities of organisation.
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Evan J. McGillin advises clients on corporate matters with a focus on equity and debt financings, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), corporate governance, and securities laws. A member of the firm’s emerging companies and venture capital practice, Evan represents established and emerging growth companies and the investors that finance them in a variety of industries including technology, fintech, digital health, and life sciences.
Evan regularly represents emerging growth companies throughout their entire life cycle, including formation, equity and debt financings, restructurings, M&A, and other strategic transactions. Additionally, Evan advises founders, senior management, and boards of directors on corporate governance, securities law compliance, equity and incentive structures, commercial agreements, and intellectual property matters.
Evan also represents angel, private equity, venture capital, strategic, and sovereign wealth fund investors in connection with financing transactions and M&A.
Represented a gene therapy CDMO in multiple convertible debt and equity financings, raising more than $240 million in the aggregate
Represented Slide, an artificial intelligence and insurtech startup, in its $100 million Series A financing
Represented a content management and digital experience software company in its $80 million Series C financing
Represented Particle Health Inc. in its $12 million Series A financing led by Menlo Ventures
Represented a provider of a first-in-class epilepsy treatment in its $12 million convertible note financing
Represented a medical device manufacturer in its recapitalization and $15 million Series B financing
Represented the lead investors in a biopharmaceutical company’s $45 million Series C financing
Represented a leading provider of loss-control software for property and casualty insurers in its Series A-1 financing
Represented a US professional sports league in various equity and convertible debt financings
Represented a high-performance computing startup in its spinout from a Fortune 100 technology company and subsequent debt and equity financings, raising more than $50 million
Strategic Mergers & Acquisitions
Represented Engage Therapeutics Inc. in its sale to UCB (Euronext Brussels: UCB) for $125 million in upfront cash and up to $145 million in further potential milestone payments related to the clinical development, submission, and launch of Staccato® Alprazolam
Represented Amneal Pharmaceuticals Inc. (NYSE: AMRX) in its acquisition of a 65.1% majority interest in federal healthcare company AvKARE and its related affiliate doing business as R&S Northeast, a transaction valued at $340 million
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Represented Quantum Global Technologies LLC in its sale to Ultra Clean Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: UCTT) for approximately $342 million
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If you are thinking of taking that global "dream" trip on an expedition around wild hazardous locations that will stretch your survival we can assist you with training to handle every situation. We can advise you on how to equip a suitable vehicle and work closely with a network of expert suppliers including: Toyota GB Plc (www.Toyota.co.uk) Each course is tailored to meet your precise requirements and can cater for staff and vehicle availability. We cater for individual 1:1 tuition and groups of 20+ per day. We provide suitable training vehicles, or customers may prefer to supply their own. Courses are delivered to: Level 1: Introductory 4x4 and Experienced Certificated Levels. Level 2: Intermediate and Comprehensive Certificated Level. Level 3: Advanced Certificated Levels. There are option to add modules such as Winch and Recovery, Off Road Trailer Handling etc at each level. Costs: Options start from £59 plus VAT per person. We are happy to tailor make programmes to meet budget requirements.
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Refurbished-Rebuilt Gaggia Classic with Coated Boiler and Rancilio Steam Wand
Gaggia Classic Refurbished- Rebuilt Coffee Machine
Real Italian Espresso - Enjoy A Professional Coffee Bar Experience
Condition: Seller Refurbished, excellent working order with some minor scratches on the outside.
New Parts Installed:
This Classic has been completely rebuilt with brand new parts,gaskets and o-rings as follows
- the new Coated Aluminium boiler (as featured on Gaggia Classic Evo 2023)
- Gaggia Solenoid Valve
- Steam Valve
- Steam Knob
- Water Pump 65W
- Coffee Thermorstat
- Steam Thermostat
- Replacement handle
- 2 Cup Filter basket
- Shower disc
- Brass Shower disc holding plate (Used but good condition)
- All gaskets, O-rings
Go to the end of this page and check out a "Related Produts" to see what brand new parts this machine has
WHAT DO YOU GET WITH THIS MACHINE?
1 x Gaggia Classic refurbished-rebuilt coffee machine with all the parts it needs for operating.
Please note there is no cleaning brushes,grease, ground coffee measuring scoop, tamper etc included
2 cup normal filter basket with portafilter and coffee holder
UK power cord
MR BEAN2CUP MEMBERSHIP
3 Way Solenoid valve
Professional brass filter holder for consistent coffee temperature
Perfect pressure for full Espresso taste
Coffee-pod compatible (pod basket required)
Rotating Rancilio Steam Wand for Professional Frothing
UK Power Cord
OPV is adjusted to 9.5 bar
Max coffee per day: 5 cups
WEIGHT AND DIMENSIONS
Product dimensions: 23.0 x 24.0 x 38.0 cm
Water tank capacity: 2.1 l
Frequency: 50 Hz
Power: 1300 W
Pump Pressure: 15 Bar
Voltage: 230 V
Boiler: Non-Stick Coated Boiler ( water does no have contact with the Aluminium boiler )
Materials and finishing: stainless steel, ABS
Hot water/Steam Nozzle
Interface: Direct buttons
Suitable for Kit Pods E.S.E.
This is an espresso coffee maker. The espresso`s temperature is 67 celsius +/-3 celsius for 30ml in a preheated cup with a preheated coffee holder
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Please note we do not accept any kind of liability from incorrectly fitted parts. Wrongly fitted parts void warranty.
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We traveled from Florida to Maine with the car, and we eventually had to leave the car at a dealership in Maine because we could no longer delay returning to Florida. We gave them weeks to fix it before finally throwing in the towel and returning to FL.
I can't get any satisfaction from Ford corporate. We need a rental for an indefinite amount of time until they can finally fix the car and transport it to us in FL. If they can't fix it, we want info on Ford buying the car back from us, but we know we end up losing money in the end with that option.
No one seems to want to take charge. The dealership sends me to the customer service office and the customer service office defers to the dealership, so I've been chasing my tail for 8+ weeks. I've asked to be moved up the chain to supervisors 4 times, and I've been ignored each time. I still have yet to be able to talk to anyone other than a 1st line customer service rep.
Ford has yet to send an engineer to the dealership to figure out why they can't get the new part to program.
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Demolition Tips for Do-it-yourselfers
(ARA) – Tune in to your average home improvement show and you may get the idea that anyone can do demolition. Think again.
Virtually every home remodeling project begins with demolition. Homeowners who do their own demo can save big bucks, especially on projects where professionals will finish the construction part of the job. But poorly executed demolition can damage parts of your home that you’d rather preserve – and end up costing you more than the remodeling project itself
‘There’s more to demolition than picking up a sledgehammer and swinging at the wall,’ says Joe Skach, a demolition specialist and inventor of a pry bar system commonly used by contractors for demolition. ‘You need to know what to remove and how to remove it properly in order to keep the structures that you’ll need in place to complete your renovation.’
Before you tear up a floor, open a wall or demolish a countertop, keep these basic do-it-yourself demolition tips in mind:
- When removing siding from a home exterior, be aware of all lines coming into the house through the siding. Take care in these areas so that you don’t damage the home’s power source or leave yourself without cable or phone service. If you’re using a ladder to remove siding from high on the building or just getting on to the roof be sure the ladder contacts the top of the structure at least two steps below the ladder’s topmost step. If possible, tie the ladder to a stable surface near the upper support point.
- If you’re opening drywall, make sure you know whether there are live electrical wires, pipes or HVAC conduits behind it. Turn off power and water before beginning. Cutting into wiring or pipes can cause serious injury to you and seriously damage your house.
- Before you do anything with a wall, head to the basement or attic to determine if it’s load-bearing – meaning the wall helps support the ceiling or roof above it and is integral to the structural integrity of the house. To determine if a wall is load-bearing, look at the exposed joists in the cellar or attic. If joists are perpendicular to the wall, it’s likely load-bearing.
- Be prepared to be surprised. Floors can have multiple layers of covering, roofs can have multiple layers of shingles, walls can turn out to be load-bearing and newly revealed pipes can spring a leak. Allow room in your budget and schedule to deal with the unexpected.
- The right tools will make your job much easier. Professional contractors know it’s hard to remove hardwood floor with a putty knife or take down a wall with a tack hammer. You shouldn’t try it either. Before you begin your demolition project, be sure you have the right tools on hand.
While working on a six-month construction job and struggling with inefficient prying devices, Skach invented the Artillery Pry Bar System. Designed to tackle many jobs that require both prying power and adaptability, the tool features a variety of interchangeable prying blades and handles that fit onto a light yet strong extruded aluminum body.
‘I found the ability to adjust the length and weight of the handles made prying much easier and far less of a strain on the body,’ says homeowner Norman Novinger, who used the Artillery Pry Bar System to remove tile from a kitchen, bath and walkway. The first 16 square feet of the job took two and a half hours with traditional prying tools. Novinger says he accomplished the remaining 200 square feet in just one hour using Skach’s invention.
The system is especially effective on siding, flooring and roofing materials. First used by contractors and landlords, the system is now offered in a homeowners’ version. Visit www.artillerytools.com to learn more.
- Cover up and clean up. Protect your eyes with safety goggles and your lungs with a dust mask or respirator. Flying particles can cause serious injury. Inhaled insulation or lead paint dust can create respiratory illness. For most projects of moderate to grand scope, it’s wise to invest in a dumpster. Remove construction debris quickly as you progress to keep your work area safe and efficient.
‘Do-it-yourself demolition can be both satisfying and a money-saver for homeowners, whether they finish the project themselves or hand off the construction phase to professionals,’ Skach says. ‘The key is to do demo right – with the right tools – so that every swing of a hammer and pry with a bar is as easy and effective as possible.’
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Columbia Air Base’s Copter 404 Assisted On Mayday Call
Sonora, CA — CAL Fire Tuolumne-Calaveras Unit has shared images of an interesting assistance call Copter 404 was in on this week to assist a downed pilot.
Tuolumne County sheriff’s officials say they were contacted Monday afternoon around 4:30 and were told that USFS Helo heard a distress call from a private aircraft for which FAA had a record. Columbia and Pine Mountain Lake airports were checked to determine if the aircraft was there.
After a spot beacon was activated, CAL Fire Copter 404 aircraft flew over to check out the Clavey/Two Mile Creek area, a spot described as difficult to access by ground and sighted the aircraft where the creek flows into the Clavey River. The copter then landed, recovered the uninjured pilot and flew back to Columbia airport.
Few other details are available at this time since there was no tail number to provide to the FAA. CAL Fire and sheriff’s officials did not have any further incident details. To view CAL Fire TCU photos, which show that the plane remained intact upon landing, click into the image box slideshow. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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Insight from Tom Nash
Hear it from me: Don’t give up. Let me explain why, and what you should do instead.
As every American who has ever worked knows, taxes are taken out of each paycheck. Part of those taxes pay for Social Security benefits, including disability insurance. The way the system is supposed to work is that if you have a disability which prevents you from working, Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is there for you as a financial “safety net.”
For individuals with disabilities who have never been able to work or who have worked but haven’t earned enough recent work credits to qualify for SSDI benefits, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is supposed to be a lifeline for them.
Unfortunately, the system does not always work the way it should. Every year, many American workers apply for disability benefits and are denied. In Illinois, the initial denial rate is a disheartening 70%.
If your initial application is turned down, you can appeal the denial. The first appeal level is called reconsideration, where the Disability Determination Service will do another review of your claim by someone who did not take part in the first decision. The Social Security Administration will look at all the evidence submitted when the original decision was made, plus any new evidence. Your chances of being approved at the reconsideration level, unfortunately, are even lower than on the initial application.
If you are among those whose disability claim is denied twice—at the initial application stage and after reconsideration—what should you do?
First, let me tell you the two things you shouldn’t do: Do not give up and do not file a new application. Statistics demonstrate that the best chance of winning benefits is after appealing the second denial, and after a hearing before an administrative law judge (ALJ).
Persevering will significantly increase your opportunity to get the benefits you have rightfully earned and that you and your family need. Every day in our work representing our clients, we see the value of “staying the course.” For more on how perseverance can pay off, read this blog article with stories about people who persisted in their disability claims and won.
We are often asked if a client should start over after being denied twice. This is generally a bad idea.
Starting over usually means losing out on benefits for the time you’ve already waited. In addition, filing again does not increase your chances of approval. In fact, it is likely that you will be turned down again and you will still have to endure the appeals process. This will further delay the opportunity for you and your attorney to make the case for why you deserve benefits.
Instead, after being denied twice, you have the right to request an appeal hearing. If Social Security has turned down your application for benefits twice, my emphatic advice is to request that hearing.
The hearing will be conducted by an ALJ who had no part in the original decision or the reconsideration of your case. This is the best opportunity to present your case because you get to tell your story. If we represent you, we will prepare you for the hearing, and we will be with you and argue your case.
Again demonstrating how perseverance pays off, recently our firm handled a case where the client—represented by another law firm—had been denied benefits. We filed an appeal and unlike the previous attorney, we worked with the client to get their doctor to complete a “residual functional capacity” (RFC) form explaining their limitations.
With our representation and perseverance, our client won his case before the ALJ.
Seeking help from a law firm that exclusively practices disability law is in your best interests.
Statistics from the Government Accounting Office show that if you have a representative such as an attorney at your hearing, you are three times more likely to be allowed benefits than someone who had no representation at all.
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Greg loves his bees, and his logs…
…He might have a thing for Fairy Houses on his hives as well!
When I visited Greg’s Native Stingless Bees at Brighton just north of Brisbane he was eager to show me the interesting log hives he has scattered around the yard. The yard is a classic native bee keepers yard, all suitable positions are filled with logs and boxes and if you look over the fence you can see all neighbours yards are filling up with his hives too. (Photo: Greg just released a book about native stingless bees – more details further down the page)
A few of Greg’s favourite logs…
Greg knows a few tree clearers that save the native bee hive logs for him so he has a regular limited supply which he sells and will keep the occasional special one for his own collection.
Keep an eye on “Gregs Native Stingless Bee Facebook Page” to be notified of the latest hives available. He is also a firm believer in leaving the bees in logs and not transferring in to boxes unnecessarily.
Image shows large log hive with eyes, the bees enter and exit through the nose. (The logs shown here aren’t for sale)
Below: Large tree with a Tetragonula Carbonaria colony
Image above: Center of photo – The large bodied Queen inspecting the brood of the Tetragonula Hockingsi inside one of the rescued colonies being built up.
New empty boxes ready for the next rescue
Greg also sells standard bee box colonies and offers a splitting and rescue service. There could be a waiting list on these.
Below: Greg uses these oversized fitted lids on top of a standard box so he can quickly inspect the colonies health. When the box is ready to sell he’ll place a standard honey super box on top. The blue tape can be removed to allow the bees access to the honey super area.
Beneath this Fairy House lies a water meter pit box housing a bee colony
Up side down plant pot
Bees had made their home inside this large plant pot. The owner swapped it with Greg for a standard box. The fairy house was placed on top and now the bees enter and exit through the fairy house door.
Huge Solitary Bee Hotel
Large Solitary Bee Hotel constructed from drilled timbers, blocks of compacted sand and bamboo had lots of activity in it with Resin Bees and Masked Bees everywhere.
Keeping Australian Native Stingless Bees – by Greg Coonan
Greg has written a fantastic 63 page book about Native Stingless Bees which is recommended reading for those getting started in the hobby. This covers the basics of first getting in to bees, hive propagation methods through to his experiences with log hives and rescues. Greg is a great believer in leaving bee colonies in natural logs as the logs make excellent secure homes for the bees and look great in the garden and this is covered in the book. There’s quite a few photos in the book supplied by the excellent photographer Geoffrey Dutton.
Located at Brighton Qld/Aus
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- The coalition, made up of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and its allies, was initially scheduled to meet on Dec. 1. They will now confer virtually next week.
- The OPEC+ coalition is currently operating three sets of separate oil production cuts, in response to an uncertain demand outlook.
The OPEC+ oil alliance postponed a meeting to decide the next steps of its crude production strategy to Dec. 5, two delegate sources told CNBC.
The sources did not want to be named given the sensitivity of discussions.
The coalition, made up of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and its allies, was initially scheduled to meet on Dec. 1. They will now confer virtually next week.
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The OPEC+ coalition is currently operating three sets of separate oil production cuts, in response to an uncertain demand outlook.
Under its formal output strategy, member nations are curtailing their combined production to 39.725 million barrels per day (bpd) into next year. Eight OPEC+ members are meanwhile voluntarily reducing by 1.7 million barrels per day throughout 2025, along with a second set of 2.2 million bpd of cuts that they are currently due to begin phasing out in December.
The OPEC Secretariat later in the session said that the meeting was rescheduled as several ministers of member nations will be attending the Dec. 1 Gulf Summit in Kuwait City, Kuwait.
It remains to be seen whether this second voluntary 2.2 million bpd production trim will be extended, after global oil prices once more came under pressure earlier this week, as the implementation of a cease-fire between Israel and Lebanon reduced the risk of production disruption in the oil-rich Middle Eastern region.
Iran, one of the largest producers of the OPEC contingent, has backed Lebanon's Hezbollah, Yemeni Houthi and Palestinian Hamas militant groups throughout the year-long conflict with Israel, as well as exchanged missile fire with the Jewish nation. Markets have been watching whether a continuation or escalation of the conflict could ultimately lead to hostilities targeting Iran's key oil infrastructure — the backbone of its sanctioned economy.
The Ice Brent contract with January expiry was trading at $72.68 per barrel at 07:39 a.m. London time, down 0.2% from the Wednesday settlement. Front-month January Nymex WTI futures were meanwhile trading at $68.58 per barrel, also down 0.2% from the Wednesday close price.
Adding to uncertainty is the January White House return of President-elect Donald Trump, who has previously championed a "drill, baby, drill" approach to bolstering U.S. oil production. Trump has also in the past deployed a hardline policy of enforcing sanctions against Iran because of its nuclear program, which could deter the few remaining buyers of Tehran's crude — including China, the world's largest crude importer. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
The New York City Police Department is dispatching another surge of officers into the city's subway system this week as part of an operation focused on stopping fare evaders.
Code named "Operation Fare Play," the department is sending hundreds of officers underground to dozens of stations across the city. They'll be focusing on the turnstiles and whether people pay their fair share.
“We’re thrilled by the commitment to transit safety demonstrated again and again by Mayor Adams and the NYPD," MTA Chair and CEO Janno Lieber said in a statement.
Starting Monday, riders can expect to see additional police throughout the system, at least through this week.
The latest subway deployment comes on the heels of a number of high-profile crimes in the transit system. NYPD officials say fare evasion often leads to other crimes being committed on the subway -- and this action is a direct effort to curb violence.
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It's been almost two weeks since the fight on an A train in Brooklyn that led to a struggle and shots fired on the train as it rolled into the Hoyt-Schermerhorn station. Police officials have said the man shot in the head with his own gun was a fare evader.
That A train shooting came a week after Gov. Kathy Hochul flooded the transit system with 750 National Guard troops and other law enforcement personnel in a bid to curb crime.
Violence in the subway system is rare, with major crimes dropping nearly 3% from 2022 to 2023 and killings falling from 10 to five during the same span, according to police. But serious incidents have attracted attention, such as a passenger's slashing of a subway conductor in the neck last month. Three recent homicides also made headlines.
Year over year, the NYPD says subway crime is down 15.5% this month. Police credit the initial wave of officers sent into the subway system last month to conduct bag checks for helping to lower those numbers. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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Check out Paisley, our sweet senior girl that is battling lymphoma with weekly chemotherapy! (But honestly, we’re not even sure she realizes it.)
When our community comes together for this day of giving, we see amazing displays of generosity that help our local nonprofits provide needed services and improve our great city. All gifts given for the event are matched by our challenge match fund of $650,000. Lincoln Community Foundation and generous sponsors helped make this match fund possible.
Since the first Give to Lincoln Day in 2012, thousands of donors have come together to raise more than $57 million to support Lancaster County nonprofits.
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Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Sustainable Development Goals
The influence of artificial intelligence is vast, whether it's in economics, environmental issues, or social ones. By analyzing data, decisions can be made with greater ease. This has been made possible by deep learning machines. SDGs can be achieved through artificial intelligence if it augments rather than replaces human intelligence and abilities. Machine Learning and Machine Vision are already applied to SDG Goals. Some more AI techniques like Robotic and Automation are also minimizing the human afford and can help to achieve SDG. NLP can be used to translate between human and computer. This article suggested a framework to evaluate and report AI's impacts in accordance with the SDGs of the United Nations.
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Troops on Washington streets to begin carrying arms
National Guard troops deployed on the streets of Washington began carrying weapons late Tuesday in a major change of posture ahead of Joe Biden's inauguration as US president, according to an AFP photographer.
The Guard soldiers were originally mobilised to provide mostly logistical support to Washington police, and on Monday General Daniel Hokanson, Pentagon National Guard Bureau chief, said they had not been authorised yet to carry weapons.
Authorising Guard members to deploy in a law enforcement role, armed and empowered to make arrests, would be a "last resort" if the security situation got out of hand, Hokanson said.
It was not clear what changed late Tuesday, and the city's National Guard had no comment.
Security experts have said chatter among extremists and supporters of President Donald Trump on social media about holding armed marches and threatening violence in the US capital and other cities had surged in recent days.
The Pentagon is mobilising up to 15,000 National Guard for the January 20 inauguration, as Trump and supporters still refuse to accept Biden's election victory two months ago.
Five people died on January 6 when Trump supporters attacked and shut down the US Congress in an attempt to halt the certification of Biden's election win.
Read also: Trump shores up Pence ties as Democrats move to impeach
At the time Guard troops were nearby, but were unarmed and called in too late to back up the Capitol Police to protect the legislature.
The New York Times reported that weapons had been authorised Tuesday for the troops guarding the Capitol complex.
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Why should you find a company to provide you with custom packaging in Stony Brook, NYC? There are many reasons. Probably the most obvious is to create that signature product. By putting your name on your product, you will increase sales and your bottom line. Customized containers hold those special products that no one will buy at the store, on your behalf. By offering this custom packaging service in Stony Brook, NYC, you can increase your profitability and reap the benefits.
In today’s economy, the margins are small. With the competition among manufacturers getting tighter, companies cannot afford to lose business in Stony Brook, NYC. They need to be very competitive in every aspect of their production. One area that often gets overlooked is that of the distribution process. Customers expect to see a wide array of choices in the type of products that are available from your company. By using a custom packaging service, you will be able to display your diversity in the products that you offer, and you will make a name for yourself within the industry.
Another benefit of custom packaging in Stony Brook, NYC is to create a product line that appeals to the consumer. Many companies choose to offer an extensive line of customized products for the consumer. Some go as far as having custom labels made for every single product in their line. By offering a broad range of solutions for the consumer, a company makes their brands more recognizable to consumers. Every person has a unique set of preferences, and by offering a variety of products in custom packaging, a company not only shows their preferences, but also demonstrates their expertise.
The benefits of custom packaging services in Stony Brook, NYC are not limited to the consumer, however. Companies can also take advantage of these services in order to meet specific needs. A car manufacturer may want to produce boxes and cases for specific vehicles. A printer manufacturer may want to offer specialty packaging for t-shirt orders. Companies may have different needs for their packaging, so it is important to determine what the specific needs are before hiring a professional service.
There are a number of benefits of custom packaging services in Stony Brook, NYC. Many services offer samples and free quotes, so it is easy to determine what products will be right for the company. Professional services also help businesses streamline their process and cut down on waste, making things run smoothly. In addition, the services help provide a streamlined, consistent look to products, and give customers the impression that the company takes pride in their product. Some companies even place products on a premium level if they are aware of their visibility, because the packaging alone will tell a customer a great deal about a product.
One of the most popular benefits of custom packaging services in Stony Brook, NYC is saving money. Many companies have overhead costs that must be factored into the price of products. These costs can quickly add up and can result in losing a good percentage of profits each year. By choosing to handle all packaging themselves, businesses can eliminate this cost and therefore increase their profit. This is especially true if the business performs and has an efficient and effective process.
Another popular benefit of these custom packaging services in Stony Brook, NYC is the fact that they provide a company with the ability to make a unique statement. With thousands of options in custom shapes and sizes, it is possible to produce a product that no one else has on the market. This can help a business stand out from their competitors and can increase the amount of revenue they see in a short period of time. By taking control over how the packaging is made, a business owner gives their company a sense of uniqueness that customers appreciate. This can make a long-term relationship with a customer very rewarding.
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BeachNecessities.com is an eCommerce website that forges the online shopping experience for the $15B+ US beach gear / goods market with a focus on sustainability, both in the products we carry as well as protecting the health of beaches, the ocean, lakes, rivers and streams, as well as the human race, given the adverse impacts from climate change, overfishing / illegal aquatic wildlife trade and plastic pollution. It's what we like to refer to as effective altruism. While many people equate the beach with the ocean, for others this could be a favorite lake, pond, river or stream so we define beach as any place you can dig your toes in some sand, go for a swim and just enjoy yourself. And as part of developing a broader beach community / content website, we are aiming to develop the most comprehensive directory of US beaches online.
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Ukraine is home to some of the best CG artists. It pains us to see what’s happening over there. And we want to do our part to help. So in collaboration with doublespace photography, we’re raffling off a “Barclays Center NYC” 20″x24″ print* to raise funds for Second Front Ukraine.
Once your donation receipt is received, we’ll add your name to the draw, which will take place via @normandthegang’s Instagram live on Tuesday, July 5th at 11am
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Schools within the Faculty of Science carry out a range of outreach activities with local schools and the community.
The Faculty Outreach and Widening Participation Officers work across the faculty to support staff and students to engage in outreach and to run faculty wide outreach projects. These projects inlcude:
In addition they are happy to come into school and support careers fairs, deliver science careers talks and from spring 2024 will be providing a KS3 STEM workshop.
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Staff and students from across the faculty support activities run by the central Schools and Colleges Outreach Team.
In addition, the faculty and academic schools run subject specfic outreach activities and can accommodate some requests for work experience, talks and visits.
You may meet our staff and students as part of a number of public events and activities often run with the Institute of Policy and Engagement.
School specific outreach
In addition to these programmes and events find out more about outreach from academic schools within the faculty of science.
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Thank you for visiting Nouvelle Glass and shopping with us. The following information sets out the terms and conditions that constitute our Returns Policy. This applies to all returns, exchanges, and refunds. Although we make every effort to provide as much information as possible and assist each of our clients individually, we ask that you please read the information below carefully before making your purchase.
At the time of ordering you can choose to personalise your glassware. If you select this option, you must choose what specifications you require at the time of purchase and we will customise your glassware with the specifications provided by you. We ask that you please carefully choose your personalisation specifications. Please note we cannot be held responsible for items which have been ordered incorrectly and are unable to modify, cancel, refund or return orders which have been made in error by you, in line with our personalisation policy. The sizing and placement of your personalisation on your glassware is at the discretion of our Nouvelle Glass personalisation department.
Returns and Exchanges Unfortunately we're unable to offer returns or exchanges if you change your mind, as our glassware is personalised for you or your recipient and is unable to be re-sold. If you have received an item with a personalisation by Nouvelle Glass made in error, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, and in its original packaging. You’ll also need to present us with your receipt or proof of purchase and order number. To contact us about a return, email us at email@example.com. If your return is accepted, we’ll send you a return shipping label, as well as instructions on how and where to send your package. Items sent back to us without first requesting a return will not be accepted.
Damaged or Broken Goods
It's of the utmost important to us that your goods arrive safely and in as-new condition. However we understand glassware can be fragile in transit. Please inspect the condition of your glassware upon receipt. In the unfortunate circumstance you receive an item that is defective, damaged or broken, we ask you to please photograph the broken item and the packaging, as soon as possible. Please email these images, along with your order number, to firstname.lastname@example.org.
We ask you to email:
1. A Clear overall image of the glassware that is broken.
2. Close up of the part that is broken
3. Clear photo encapsulating both the break and the personalisation on the glassware.
4. A clear photo of the packaging.
Once your email has been received we will investigate this and contact you within 7 days of receipt to ask any further questions or to arrange a replacement. It is against the law to post broken glass - please do not send this back to us. We ask that you kindly dispose of it safely.
Crystal Glassware Imperfections and Flaws
Each piece of Nouvelle Glassware is a unique piece of handmade crystal glass. This means there may be slight variations between each item. Please know flawless perfection is unattainable in crystal glass craftsmanship and such perfection can be achieved only in assembly-line products. As our products are hand-made, we do expect these variations, and they are often known as bubble or seeds, and lines or cords, and are explained for you below. They are elements of fine craftsmanship and are considered beautiful by us here at Nouvelle Glass.
Characteristics of our Nouvelle Glassware - Bubbles or Seeds
Bubbles or Seeds are characteristics typical of handmade glassware and are not considered a flaw or fault. Gases form the bubble when chemicals are united in the fusing or melting of the raw ingredients. Provided these are not on the rim or broken through the surface, they should not affect the quality or the aesthetic of the glass.
Characteristics of our Nouvelle Glassware - Lines or Cords
A line or “cord” is an almost invisible difference in density in the glass, which occurs during the fusing of the molten crystal. Very incremental differences in thickness may occur resulting in a thin line within the crystal. This is the natural outcome of the hand making process and is not considered a flaw. Although it is visible when the glass is empty because it refracts the light, once the glass is filled the light is refracted at a different angle and it becomes invisible. All our Nouvelle Glassware undergoes thorough quality control. Upon inspection of your glassware, if imperfections are deemed to compromise the final look of the glass they will not be dispatched. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at email@example.com | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
The small boat packed mostly with women and children on their way to a popular temple flipped over on Sunday in a river as onlookers screamed from the shore.
The incident near the remote northern town of Boda was the latest in a string of similar tragedies blamed on poor maintenance and overcrowding in the low-lying delta country.
Regional police chief Sirajul Huda said Monday fire service and navy divers recovered a total of 37 bodies over the last two days in the Karotoa River, downstream from where the boat tipped over.
It was carrying around 90 people, of whom around 50 were pilgrims on their way to the centuries-old Hindu temple for a major festival, according to police.
Huda said up to 19 people were still missing.
Police said they have lowered the number of missing people as some have reported that they have found relatives who had swum to safety.
Huda said the boat was carrying three times its capacity.
“There were heavy rains in the morning and that is why when the ferrying began, pilgrims packed the boat to make it quickly to the temple,” he told Agence France-Presse (AFP).
“The boatman asked some people to disembark in an effort to ease the weight-load. But no one listened,” he said.
Local media said at least 10 people had been rescued and sent to the hospital.
Mobile phone footage aired by TV station Channel 24 showed the overcrowded boat suddenly flipping over, spilling the passengers into the muddy brown river.
Dozens of people watching from the shore started shouting and screaming. The weather was calm at the time.
Thousands of Hindus in Muslim-majority Bangladesh visit the famous Bodeshwari Temple every year.
Sunday marked the start of Durga Puja, the biggest Hindu festival in Bangladesh – and also eastern India – drawing large crowds at the temple.
Last December, around 40 people perished when a packed three-story ferry caught fire in southern Bangladesh.
A ferry sank in Dhaka in June 2020 after a collision with another vessel, killing at least 32 people.
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Parents' Evening Booking
We are pleased to introduce our online booking system for our Parents’ Evenings.
The system is easy to use with video tutorials below to help. Access the system here:
(PLEASE NOTE: You need to type this address into your website browser’s ‘address bar’. Do not try to ‘Google’ this website address or use a search engine as that will not work. This is a common mistake on phones and tablets especially.)
Login to see which appointments are available and select one that is convenient for you.
You will need to enter:
- Your first name and surname (these must match those we have on record for you)
- Your child’s first name, surname and date of birth
Once you have logged in, we suggest you use the ‘Automated Booking Wizard’ to make your appointments. You will be shown your child/children and their teachers, and asked to enter your availability. The wizard will use this information to calculate the best order for your appointments, allowing you to navigate the teachers in the quickest and most efficient manner.
Troubleshooting Tips - please read before booking!
- To login you need to enter the details we have on record for you and your child. If you have recently changed your title or surname, for example, and not informed us, we will be expecting you to login with the details we have on record
- The email address you enter is only used to receive a confirmation of your appointment. If the system gives you an error when you login, it will not be the email address that is the problem
- If you have several children to make bookings for, and decide not to use the Booking Wizard, but instead make appointments individually, use the ‘Change Child’ button on the blue bar (above the school’s name) in the very top left corner of the Parent’s Booking Page to swap between your children | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Women and girls, who are often themselves victims of human trafficking and are sexually exploited by criminal gangs, are being prosecuted and convicted for human trafficking-related crimes, according to a new UNODC publication., Female victims of trafficking for sexual exploitation as defendants: A case law analysis
These victims often have no alternative but to obey an order. Some hope to limit their own exploitation or escape poverty by playing a role in the criminal process.
Yet at the same time, the traffickers use the women and girls as a shield to protect themselves from being punished for their crimes.
These are the findings of a new UNODC study which aims to shed light on this alarming trend. The publication highlights the complexities faced by victims of human trafficking, with a view to assist the authorities and victim support services that handle such cases.
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We serve European and international journalists with our press releases. We regularly publish facts, figures and analysis from our latest publications or conference presentations in the form of press releases targeting the journalist community.
All press releases are available in English, French and German. We also offer free copies of our publications to bona fide journalists who quote our work in their articles or write about our publications.
Our experts and analysts are often solicited to answer journalists' questions and participate in radio and television programmes. We are very glad to do this inasmuch as the work involved in producing our publications allows.
If you wish to join our unique network of journalists covering the audiovisual industries, or simply wish to receive our press releases for information, send an email to the Observatory's Press Officer (see details on the right). We look forward to satisfying your information needs.
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The European Audiovisual Observatory publishes its cinema figures for 2019
The Observatory has published its annual cinema round-up for 2019. An initial overview of the first half of 2020 is planned after the summer. These figures are taken from the 2020 edition of FOCUS – World Film Market Trends, which is prepared annually for the Marché du Film.
European Audiovisual Observatory announces COVID-19 documentary and live expert chat at this year’s Cannes Marché du Film online
What are the effects of COVID-19 on the film, TV and VOD industries? Join us at the Cannes Marché du Film online for our documentary and live expert chat on Tuesday 23 June from 17.00 – 18.00 (CET). This is a public online event open to all. Registration information in the article.
New IRIS Themes study reports on ECHR case law in the field of press freedom in Europe
Press freedom in Europe - how is the European Court of Human Rights protecting journalists and their freedom to report?
This fifth edition of IRIS Themes covers cases concerning freedom of expression, and media and journalistic freedom brought before the European Court of Human Rights in Strasbourg from 1994 to 2019.
The European Audiovisual Observatory publishes new Key Trends 2019/2020 report.
Understanding the audiovisual sector and its key trends before COVID-19 to better anticipate its impact.
Key Trends is the Observatory’s yearly digest of what’s hot in European media: TV, film and VOD. It offers a readable round-up of the key data from Observatory research. The authors drill down into recent trends and hot issues.
European Audiovisual Observatory publishes new report on audiovisual services in Europe
This new report provides an overview of the supply of services (TV channels and on-demand) available in the European audiovisual media landscape.
Creators in Europe’s Screen Sectors – Sketching Present and Future Challenges - 7 June 2022
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Case Study: Interim IT Director at Travelodge
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Budget hotel chain Travelodge was in the early stages of a wide-ranging digital transformation programme when faced with the unexpected resignation of its Head of IT. As most of the company’s revenues are generated through web channels, the ideal replacement had to combine ecommerce expertise and technology development skills with the capability to manage and maximise the performance of the hotel group’s existing IT systems.
“Our IT Director resigned to move to a new position at a time when we were going through a period of fairly rapid development in IT,” says Travelodge Managing Director – Property, Paul Harvey. “In many ways, this change of leadership was not particularly well-timed. We needed someone who could join us pretty quickly, get a handover and get on with the role. So it was an entirely practical thing.
“Recruiting a full-timer, it can take six months plus to get someone in position, whereas you can often land an interim very quickly.”
Travelodge briefed two interim management specialists on its needs. The successful candidate had to appreciate the importance to the business of revenue derived from online bookings and strike a balance between kickstarting new IT initiatives and managing existing projects.
Odgers Interim demonstrated it had a very good appreciation of the brief and identified a candidate who fully met the search criteria and stood out.
Experienced interim Jonathan Greensted had a high quality track record in IT leadership that was an excellent match for Travelodge’s needs. He had recently completed a successful eight-month role as an interim IT Director at regional airline Flybe, an assignment that was also delivered through Odgers Interim.
“Being part of Odgers’ pool of interims has led me to interesting companies and challenges and I am very motivated by solving problems,” says Jonathan. “To gain exposure to those problems you need to work with a company like Odgers Interim because they have access to these blue chip brands that are wrestling with these fascinating challenges.”
Jonathan’s panache for problem solving coupled with his recent travel sector experience made him by some distance the most attractive candidate.
To be a good interim, it’s all about driving rapid change and having a ruthless focus on the desired outcomes and objectives,” he adds. “Using an interim also gives businesses the chance to ‘try before you buy’. Travelodge is serious about technology and considers it vital for the future. In order to be a low cost operator you need a low cost supply chain and technology is definitely a key part of that process.
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Disabled students have seen a larger increase in entrant numbers, transition rates and realisation of intentions than students without a reported disability. They also have a higher loan take-up rate than students without a disability.
Analysis has shown that disabled students and students without a disability are equally likely to realise their intentions to study at postgraduate level six months after graduation.
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Disability is identified by whether or not the student has declared a disability to their institution; therefore the number of disabled students could be underreported. However, there has been a large increase in the proportion of students declaring a disability. The number of entrants who declared a disability and started an eligible course has increased by 56 per cent between 2015-16 and 2016-17. For students without a disability, entry increased by 27 per cent.
This means that the composition of postgraduate entrants has changed. The proportion of students reporting a disability increased from 12 per cent in 2015-16 to 15 per cent in 2016-17.
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There has been a 3.1 percentage point increase in the transition rate for students who have declared a disability. This compares with a 2.8 percentage point increase in transition rates among students who have not declared a disability.
The rate of loan take-up is different depending on whether or not a student has declared a disability. Of eligible students who reported a disability, 71 per cent took out a loan compared with 63 per cent who did not have a disability reported.
Realisation of intentions
In terms of the proportion of students realising their intentions to study at postgraduate level, 59 per cent of 2015-16 qualifiers who declared a disability realised their intentions, compared with 52 per cent of 2014-15 qualifiers who declared a disability.
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Leaving everything to become a pastry chef in Hong Kong is the crazy gamble that Andréa Rocagel, founder of LUNA patisserie, took.
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ANDREA: What was interesting about Hong Kong was that I had everything to learn. I didn't have any training. I was just asked to make a list of what I needed. I had no idea. So, I really had to learn the whole basics: how you manage a professional kitchen, with hygiene, stocks, product rotation, production, managing teams...
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The History of the Library
The scores in the Orthodox Sacred Music Reference Library were collected in the form of original imprints and photocopies from government, academic, and private libraries in Russia, Eastern and Western Europe, and North America over a period of four decades, systematized and catalogued in detail by Dr. Vladimir Morosan, the Founder and Project Director of the OSMRL.
The location, acquisition and cataloging of the scores which consitute the OSMRL was carried out with the support of grants received by Vladimir Morosan from the Thomas J. Watson Foundation in 1973-74; the William J. Fulbright / IREX International Research and Exchange Program in 1979; and the United States National Endowment for the Humanities in 1984-5. The support of these organizations is gratefully acknowledged.
Musical scores were collected and photocopied or microfilmed at the library of St. Alexander Nevsky Catherdral, Paris; the library of the Russian Conservaroire, Paris; the library of Les pères assomptionnistes, Paris; the library of St. Serge Theological Institute, Paris; Prophet Elias Skete, Mt. Athos, Greece; the library of the Leningrad Theological Academy; the Glinka State Museum of Musical Culture, Moscow; the Lenin Library in Moscow; the LIbrary of the Moscow Conservatory; the Kolchin Collection of St. Vladimir's Theological Seminary, Yonkers, New York; and the private collections of Leonid I. Kishkovsky, Alexander A. Tkaczenko, V. Rev. Nikolajs Vieglais, Evgeny I. Evetz, Very Rev. Konstantin Tivetsky, and others.
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The recent updates surrounding the Mario88 wallet have garnered attention among the casino gaming community, as this digital wallet aims to streamline the experience of online gambling. With a focus on efficiency, security, and usability, the Mario88 wallet is positioned as a handy tool for players looking to enjoy their favorite games without the hassles commonly associated with banking transactions.
One of the noteworthy aspects of the Mario88 wallet is its compatibility with various online casino platforms, making it a versatile choice for players. This flexibility allows users to deposit and withdraw funds smoothly, enhancing the overall gaming experience, especially for fans of themed slot machines that rely on immersive animations and storytelling elements.
Moreover, the security protocols in place are anticipated to provide players with peace of mind. With cybersecurity being a critical factor in online gambling, the Mario88 wallet seems to prioritize encryption and safety features to protect user data. This is especially important for those who regularly engage with casino games and want assurance against potential threats.
While some users may still prefer traditional banking methods, the increasing popularity of digital wallets like Mario88 indicates a shift in player preferences. As technology continues to evolve, this adaptation to new payment methods could shape the future of online casinos.
In conclusion, the Mario88 wallet brings a modern aspect to online gambling, catering to the needs of players seeking a seamless experience. If you’re curious to learn more about its features and implications for the gaming community, Check out the full article to explore this further. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
This Thanksgiving, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who has supported our food pantry. Your generous contributions, time, and unwavering dedication have made a significant impact on countless families in our community. Because of you, we are able to provide nourishing meals and hope to those in need. Thank you for being a beacon of kindness and compassion. Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful and blessed Thanksgiving.
Outreach will be Closed – Wednesday Nov. 27nd. through Nov 30th for Thanksgiving Holiday so that everyone including our hard working volunteers can prepare to give thanks and spend well deserved time with their families. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Overstrand is exceptionally proud that five of its beaches – Grotto, Hawston, Onrus, Kleinmond and Castle – are among the 51 South African beaches that have been accredited this season (2022/23) to display the Blue Flag.
The accreditation is awarded for one season at a time and if conditions deteriorate at the beach, it can be withdrawn.
Of the 51 beaches awarded Blue Flags this week, 33 are in the Western Cape, nine in KwaZulu-Natal and nine in the Eastern Cape.
In South Africa, the Blue Flag programme is managed by WESSA (the Wildlife and Environment Society of South Africa) and the programme offers many benefits: Improved tourism facilities, enhanced management of coastal ecosystems, educational awareness programmes and excellent water-quality standards and facilities.
Overstrand Municipality’s MMC for Community Services, councillor Ronald Nutt, and Roderick Williams, Director of Community Services, went to receive this year’s Blue Flag at the annual National Blue Flag Launch in Plettenberg Bay on Thursday, 3 November 2022, on behalf of the Municipality.
“We are super proud that we have retained our Blue Flag status as it is international confirmation that our beaches are not just beautiful and safe but also environmentally friendly. We try and keep our facilities in good condition to welcome tourists to our towns during the summer season,” Cllr Nutt said.
At the launch, WESSA’s CEO, Helena Atkinson, paid tribute to the municipal authorities whose beaches qualified for Blue Flag status.
She said South Africa is proud to be one of 48 countries implementing this internationally recognised eco-label. There are now over 5,000 Blue Flag beaches, marinas and tourism boats around the world.
“One of the key challenges over the past season included sewerage-related issues, which can often result in water quality sample failures. Water quality is an important factor in retaining a beach’s Blue Flag status, because only excellent bathing water quality is accepted.”
Unfortunately, some beaches have fallen off the programme due to non-compliant water quality after the devastating floods in KZN. Atkinson said WESSA is committed to working closely with these municipalities to help address the root cause of the issue and get those sites back on the programme in order to achieve excellent swimming water standards that are safe for both South Africans and international tourists.
Grotto’s Blue Flag-status will kick in on 1 December until 31 March 2023. In the case of Hawston, Onrus, Kleinmond and Castle beaches, this status will come into effect on 1 December through to 22 January 2023.
It should be noted that no pets will be allowed on Blue Flag-beaches for the duration, and that the consumption and/or possession of any alcoholic beverages are strictly prohibited in all public areas including beaches.
Lifesaving and security services will be fully operational for the duration of the holiday season on the afore stated beaches. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Ovarian Factor Infertility
When a woman is born, her ovaries contain a lifetime supply of eggs. Each month, follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) stimulates a group of eggs to mature within the ovary. In response, the ovarian follicle produces estrogen, the principal sex hormone that regulates female reproductive organs. Some women with ovarian factor infertility experience a decline in egg quantity and quality long before they hit menopause, making it difficult for them to conceive.
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From information on the latest fertility treatments to valuable insights on egg donation, surrogacy, and everything in between, the Pacific Centre for Reproductive Medicine Blog is your ultimate resource for all things reproductive care and support. Read on to learn more, and contact us today if you have any questions or want to schedule a new patient appointment. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
The Obama administration's first budget appears to contain several important clues as to the fate of the federal estate tax. It appears that the administration will seek a freeze at the exclusion amount of $3.5 million dollars. This means that couples with assets and insurance of 3.5 million dollars or less could avoid more complicated estate planning and could focus on protecting assets for the surviving spouse, children and grandchildren without allocating assets to federal esatte tax planning.
There is a possibility, that a bill might pass that would allow couples to use both spouses exemption amounts and this could shelter up to $7 million dollars. However, there is significant opposition to this. For a slide show on the current law and the possible future. Visit this site and watch the slide show.
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Sardis police seek Food Mart robbers 3/20/2015
Published 12:00 am Friday, March 20, 2015
By Emily Williams and Rupert Howell
Sardis Police are looking for two black males who robbed the Sardis Food Mart on East Lee at the northeast quadrant of I-55 and Hwy 315 at 7:30 p.m. Sunday night. One of the robbers is believed to have been involved in the robbery of the Oakland Exxon at I-55 Saturday.
Police believe the bald male in a grey hooded sweat shirt seen in the surveillance video from the Sardis Food Mart robbery Sunday night March 15 is the same man shown in video from the Oakland store. His likeness was captured taking the Oakland store manager’s wallet out of the desk in the store office.
Owners of the Sardis store, John and Tommy White, have offered a $500 reward for information leading to the arrest of the culprits.
Sardis Police Chief Chris Martin released security video footage of the pair going into the Food Mart office where a money bag with approximately $3,600 in deposits, $2,200 of that in cash, was placed.
“They knew something,” Martin said of the culprits who display suspicious behavior as they enter the convenience store’s rest rooms with one going in and coming out of the store’s office apparently hiding something under a baggy sweater.
He then re-enters the rest room before joining the other man as they leave the store and get into what appears to be a small white pickup.
The Sardis Police released security footage of a male wearing a green sweatshirt acting as a watchman as the man in the grey sweatshirt enters the store office taking the store manager’s wallet.
The pair were also recorded entering the Shell (Oakland) across the street, but left when they couldn’t find the office, said Sardis Assistant Police Chief, Travis Nichols. Sardis Police released security video footage of the pair going into the office in both stores in Oakland and Sardis.
“It’s the same situation as the robbery in Sardis,” the officer said. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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Paras HMRI Hospital, the biggest multi super specialty hospital of Bihar became an integral part of the 350th birth anniversary celebrations of Guru Gobind Singh ji by launching an advanced medical facility of ICU and Patient Care Center at Gandhi Maidan, Patna.
To mark the occasion the State government organized a plethora of activities making it a remarkable event. Paras HMRI contributed by installing a full emergency setup at Gandhi Maidan for the pilgrims who participated in the event, from all parts of the world with an objective to facilitate people with free advanced medical care. Needless to say the temporary facility was no less than a hospital wherein the staff was dedicated and determined to provide safe, proper medical care to patients in all situations.
Around 135 patients came for treatment at the ICU and Patient Care Center. 3 patients got admitted due to emergency and even got discharged post proper treatment. Out of the two, one belonged to Ludhiana while the other to Delhi. A third patient was a part of the media who got injured while covering the event.
The latter’s son shared his father’s experience of treatment at the Paras ICU and Patient Care Center saying, “My father caught severe infection while travelling to Patna on 25th December 2016 which infected almost all his body parts. He was in a critical situation when I brought him in to Paras HMRI Hospital, Patna. He immediately got admission in MICU and doctors gave their best possible treatment from the very beginning. Due to his life threatening situation doctors put him on ventilator and retained him in MICU for 5 days. As per the initial reports, most of his test parameters were out of reference range. TLC increased to 38000, Urea-75.0, Creative 2.7 and 80m but due to continuous efforts by the senior doctors (Dr. Mukesh) his test reports have come back to the referred range.
Today after 10 days of treatment my father has been released from the hospital and we are extremely satisfied with the treatment given by doctors, the nursing staff, room service and other departments who ensured we got the best service timely which resulted in an overall satisfying experience. My father owes his life to God (Wahe Guru) and also to the doctors of Paras HMRI Hospital, Patna. Special thanks to Dr. Mukesh, Dr. Kishore, Dr. Asif, Mr. Anjani, Dr. Talat for not treating us only as patients but as guests to Patna.” | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
When it comes to relations between India and Pakistan, they are always tensed. But it is true when they say, art and creativity knows no bounds and recently the same has fallen true!
For instance Indian Comedian Bharti Singh, is all praises for Actor Faysal Qureshi’s new show, say, “Khush Raho Pakistan!”
Bharti who is well known for her craft and comic timing is a popular standup comedian beyond borders. Recently in a video she praised Actor Faysal Qureshi’s new show ‘Khush Raho Pakistan’.
In a now-viral video Bharti send all Pakistanis her love and well wishes.
She said “I wish all Pakistanis who are a part of the global comedy family live happily and safely.”
Actors across borders keep promoting friendship, love and goodwill now and then. It is refreshing to see creativity and people attached to it soar about all the hatred and negativity.
The show in question is a game show hosted by Faysal Qureshi. It is considered to be a unique take on the run of the mill game shows usually conducted in Pakistan.
What do you think of this story? Let us know in the comments section below. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Automatic Call Distribution - How To Use Your Phone System For Brand Management
First up, welcome back to the fourth and final part of the VoIP Guys on using your VoIP phone system as a brand management tool series - mobility strategies and SMB brand management.
Over the previous 3 articles, we have been analysing a recent study which has been provided to us by telecoms review website Software Advice, in order to demonstrate how SMBs can create more positive customer experiences through better utilising various phone system features (AutoAttendants, CRMs, ACD). Now it is time to look at how businesses can best utilise mobile devices as an element of brand management.
Mobile Strategies have numerous additional benefits, such as enabling telecommuting, increasing productivity even while travelling as well as easing geographical expansion, but what does this have to do with Brand Management you may ask and that is the point of this article.
Mobility Strategies & Brand Management
Mobility strategies, or Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM) have been around for a while. However, in the past SMBs have struggled to harness or even recognise the full potential of said mobility strategies. In part, this was due to cost of such solutions which effectively excluded the SMB market place but also partly because SMBs also didn’t have the resources in house to implement such solutions.
Nowadays, things are a bit different. Firstly, mobility has become a must because of generational shifts in the workforce. Secondly, achieving an effective mobile strategy has become less problematic thanks to the advent of software based VoIP phone systems. Such systems provide businesses with a platform that is both simultaneously easier and more intuitive to manage as well as delivering greater cost effectiveness combined with a more advanced & complete feature set.
In turn, phone system software solutions have opened up the EMM world and made them more accessible to SMBs and this is where another benefit of effective mobility strategies can be found - as a core resource in your brand management tool.
Staying in The Loop
Being mobile is great for business, but it has its drawbacks. For example, whilst conducting their research, software advice discovered that 15% of small business customers reported negatively about specific employees being out of the office.
Through implementing a mobile strategy, those employees who are often out of the office will be able to take their extension with them. If they are anything like me, they will often be on the road at events, exhibitions and often even working from home. However, thanks to EMM and our pascom phone system, I have a number of ways at my disposal to keep me in the loop.
The pascom desktop client comes complete with an integrated softphone meaning employees can be reached even when working in a satellite office or their in HomeOffice, on the train during the commute and even when staying in hotels during a business trip all without needing a desktop phone. All this means that no matter where your team members may be, they are available to help your customers which can only be good for your brand.
What about those scenarios when using your laptop (and softphone) is simply too much hassle? I am of course talking about when you are working at an exhibition, walking through the airport, train station etc. Simply put, that’s what your phone system’s smartphone mobile VoIP app is for.
Any IP phone system vendor worth their salt will have an app for both Android and iOS. By utilising such apps, employees will effectively have the same access to all their call logs, phone system contact info and voice mails whilst on the go and thanks to Fixed Mobile Convergence and the one number concept, they will be able to utilise their office extension instead of their mobile number. Moreover, through integrating such mobile technology into your phone system you can implement more effective BYOD / CYOD strategies which in turn help alleviate the negative impact (14 %) that employees using personal devices can invariably have.
There are plenty of use cases and benefits for both softphones and mobile apps. However, the most important is that both mobility solutions help keep your employees in contact with your customer base and that is paramount in this on demand 24/7 world.
That’s it for our brand management series, but rest assured we will be back next week with loads more on Business VoIP solutions.
For more information on how the pascom phone system and any of its features, mobile or otherwise, can support you in growing your business take our Free Edition for a test drive or give us a call +49 (0) 991 29691 201 or check out our website | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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