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What Happened To That Guy?
Man of the Crowd
#136: Talking Chargers, Bad Santa Prank and Best Christmas Gifts
Mink and Downing are joined by Clifton Brown and Eddie Coughlan to talk about Lamar Jackson (of course), what it's going to take to beat the Chargers and get the behind-the-scenes info on the team's Santa video.
#189: Therapy Session After Playoff Loss
Mink and Downing talk about dealing with the loss (:40), give their take on what went wrong (6:22), Lamar Jackson's playoff struggles (15:40) and more.
#188: Brandon Carr Stops By The Lounge
Veteran cornerback Brandon Carr talks about the mood of the team (7:44), his mentality having a shot at a Super Bowl late in his career (10:19), adjusting to playing safety (12:09) and much more.
#187: Jimmy Smith Stops By The Lounge
Cornerback Jimmy Smith talks about his scary knee injury (8:55), how the Marcus Peters trade made him nervous (11:09), comparisons to the 2011 Ravens (18:32) and much more.
#186: Jaylon Ferguson Stops By The Lounge
Rookie outside linebacker Jaylon Ferguson talks about his 'Sack Daddy' nickname (8:37), getting thrown into the fire (10:18), his fighter's mentality (12:09), his thoughts on a potential Terrell Suggs return (15:11) and more.
#185: Domata Peko Stops By The Lounge
The Ravens' new(ish) run stopper talks about his long hair (5:01), the process of coming to Baltimore (6:40), the need to stop the run in Cleveland (13:40), his Samoan background (16:50) and more.
What Happened to That Guy? Tom Zbikowski
The former Ravens safety's drug and alcohol addiction led to an early exit from football, leading to working as a firefighter and a return to his first love of boxing.
#184: Bradley Bozeman Stops By The Lounge
Left guard Bradley Bozeman tells his unique engagement story (8:55), emerging as a rock-solid starter (13:17), the Ravens' unique team chemistry (15:09), his work against bullying (26:36) and more.
#183: Gus Edwards Stops By The Lounge
Running back Gus 'The Bus' Edwards talks about his nickname (2:30), childhood as an immigrant from Liberia (7:02), introduction to football (11:31) and much more.
What Happened to That Guy? Trevor Pryce
After 91 career sacks, Trevor Pryce dove into his creative side and wrote and produced 'Kulipari', a kids series about battle frogs that was picked up by Netflix. Pryce has now founded an animation studio in Baltimore.
#182: Previewing 49ers & the Meat Draft
With no more superlatives left for Lamar Jackson, Mink and Downing start thinking long-term (10:55). Plus a look at the 49ers challenge (19:33), and does Mink botch yet another draft (21:52)?
#181: Matt Skura & PFT Commenter Stop By The Lounge
Center Matt Skura talks about his Lamar Jackson 'Thriller' T-shirt (4:41), working his way up the league (14:07), his Steelers fandom growing up (20:37) and more.
What Happened to That Guy? Chris Carr
The former cornerback spent three seasons in Baltimore (2009-2011) and is now an immigration lawyer arguing life and death cases in the courtroom.
#180: Hollywood Brown Stops By The Lounge
Rookie first-round wide receiver Marquise Brown talks about his blingy chains (5:00), dealing with injuries (7:18), his nickname and humble background (11:00), relationship with Lamar Jackson (21:15) and more.
#179: Earl Thomas Stops By The Lounge
Safety Earl Thomas III talks about high-fiving and picking off Tom Brady (6:28), revisits the Seattle win (9:18), dishes on his relationship with Ed Reed (14:34) and more.
What Happened to That Guy? Matt Birk
The former center was a key member of the Ravens team that won Super Bowl XLVII. Now Birk is spending time with his big family, and trying his hand at stand-up comedy.
What Happened to That Guy? Gary Baxter
A brutal knee injury ended cornerback Gary Baxter's NFL career, but also set him on a course to start a business helping other athletes recover from injuries.
What Happened to That Guy? Kyle Boller
John Eisenberg talks to former Ravens quarterback Kyle Boller, who was relieved to leave the NFL and doing well after carrying the weight of high expectations on his shoulders.
What Happened to That Guy? Peter Boulware
John Eisenberg talks to former Ravens pass rusher Peter Boulware, who has had so much post-career success that he doesn't even identify as a former NFL player.
What Happened to That Guy? Jermaine Lewis
In the debut episode, John Eisenberg talks to legendary Super Bowl XXXV returner Jermaine Lewis, who fell out of love with football, and in love with alcohol, before finding the sport again.
#164: Ed Reed Stops By The Lounge
Legendary safety Ed Reed talks about his emotions as he prepares to go into the HOF (3:50), what ran through his head when he made INTs (11:58), his relationship with Ray Lewis (21:20) and much more.
#162: Keith Mills Stops By The Lounge
Institutional Baltimore sports broadcaster Keith Mills is partially retiring from WBAL. He talks about journalism's changes (6:22), his rebound story (12:53) and shares some of his favorite stories from the job (18:32).
#160: Justice Hill Stops By The Lounge
Rookie running back Justice Hill talks about his adjustment to the NFL (3:48), comparisons to Alvin Kamara (5:43), his role in the offense and special teams (7:08) and more.
#152: Full 2019 Draft Breakdown
The Ravens became much more explosive after the draft. Garrett Downing and Cliff Brown discuss how many rookies will start and what to make of this year's draft strategy.
#141: One Reason to Root for the Patriots, Ed Reed Stories
Mink and Downing talk about all the recent news with Eric DeCosta's introduction and more (4:42), who they're rooting for in Super Bowl LIII (13:50), and Ed Reed's pending HOF induction (19:45).
#140: Our Ravens Offseason Blueprint
Mink and Downing break down which free agents they'd bring back and which they'd let go, plus who they would target in the NFL draft.
#178: Chuck Clark Stops By The Lounge
#177: Handing Out Midseason Awards
#176: Anquan Boldin Stops By The Lounge
#175: Josh Bynes Stops By The Lounge
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Lot 222 Cnr Sunnyheights Rd & West Hoe Heights Orewa | Barfoot & Thompson
Rodney District
Lot 222 Cnr Sunnyheights Rd & West Hoe Heights
Lot 222 Cnr Sunnyheights Rd & West Hoe Heights, Orewa
$367,217Plus GST (if any)
Saturday 25th Jan: 2:30pm - 4:00pmSaturday 25<sup>th</sup> Jan: 2:30pm - 4:00pm25/01/2020 02:30:00 PM25/01/2020 04:00:00 PMLot 222 Cnr Sunnyheights Rd & West Hoe Heights, Orewa Open home for Lot 222 Cnr Sunnyheights Rd & West Hoe Heights, Orewa. Starting at 02:30p.m. and finishing at 04:00p.m. Open home for listing ID:781635. Listing by Joy Hu from Barfoot & Thompson.Pacific/AucklandDD/MM/YYYY
PACIFIC HEIGHTS SECTIONS FOR SALE - A PLACE TO MAKE A LIFE
At Pacific Heights Orewa, a new lifestyle is right here waiting to be discovered.
Pacific Heights is the perfect location to stretch out and live the kiwi dream - a place to reconnect to community values with all the convenience of modern living.
Local birdsong bush tracks within walking distance along with Alice Eaves Reserve to the north provides pedestrian access to the sweeping shores of Orewa Beach. With around three kilometres of sand and surf for you to enjoy.
Beyond the beach, you'll find the gateway to the Hibiscus Coast at one end - with golf, wine trails, hiking, adventure parks and indoor skiing. At the other, there's the relaxing mineral waters (and thrilling water park) of Waiwera thermal resort.
That's without even mentioning the numerous community events held throughout the year - ocean swimming, farmers markets, art exhibitions, group cycling, team sports and more.
It's a priceless lifestyle that's currently very affordable - with huge potential for capital gains in future as Auckland's population swells and the city's pace of life speeds up.
Nestled in the rolling hills above Orewa, Pacific Heights offers a contemporary design-led environment with all the benefits of an established community and New Zealand's stunning native environment at its heart. The area's topography provides wide outlooks throughout the site, with many properties expected to have sea views.
About the development:
The area centres around 8.5 hectares of trees and shrubs, classified as an Ecological Reserve. We have been made to preserve the protected bushland within the site and open it up for public use.
The Nukumea Stream flows through the area along with a pedestrian bridge crossing designed in consultation with local iwi, and will reference the kokopu (the native fish present in the water).
Large tracts of new native trees and shrubs have been planted along the stream banks, with species that provide food for native birds prioritised.
DOC-style tracks are being installed, providing access to two carefully upgraded water courses (each over 180m in length).
Orewa Beach is approximately 20 minutes walk away via Alice Eaves Scenic Reserve, or a 5 minute drive via West Hoe Heights Rd
About the Lots:
The slopes within Pacific Heights mostly face north, allowing for maximum overall sunlight exposure.
Coastal views from the highest points of the site contribute to visual amenity and value. This is also true of lots facing north towards the scenic reserve, and west towards the afternoon sun.
Lots are defined to have only one public face to ensure privacy and quality outlook.
Larger lots (400m² and above) are located at the sites boundaries, to create a better interface between neighbouring properties of more conventional suburban lots (around 600m²) and the proposed smaller lots at the centre of the site.
To encourage walking, cycling and social interaction, the number of rear lots are kept to a minimum.
Apartments and terraces are located in the lower land at the centre of the site, next to the central open space to compensate for their lack of private outdoor living areas.
About the amenities:
Local commercial shops are positioned close to the main entrances of the subdivision and a childcare facility will be situated near the West Hoe Heights Road entrance to the east.
The centrally located open space is aligned with these activity nodes and is connected to them via an east-west pedestrian/cycling path.
The purpose of this connection is to encourage active transport (walking and cycling) and provide opportunities for community engagement and to foster a sense of community and identity.
Joy Hu
Wilson Wen
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Barking and Dagenham Post
B&D Video
Post People
50 Years B&D
Barking veteran's First World War photos reveal life behind the frontline
Troops' library, 1917. Picture: Samuel Pye/National Army Museum
Samuel Pye/National Army Museum
A rare collection of photos from a Barking veteran reveal what life was like when all fell quiet on the Western Front.
Sergeant Samuel Pye, 1900. Picture: Samuel Pye/National Army Museum
Troops line up for library books and stage plays amid the horrors of the First World War in pictures by Battery Quartermaster Sgt Samuel Pye.
Pye, who began his military career with the 1st Essex Royal Garrison Artillery Volunteers in Barking, captured troops relaxing behind the lines.
A typical infantry soldier only served in the trenches for about a third of his time overseas.
Concerts, canteens, social clubs and many other facilities were set up to help soldiers relax when off duty; some run by the Army, others by volunteers.
'Arabian Nights', featuring Lieutenant E. Knight as Mrs Hummingtop, 1918. Picture: Samuel Pye/National Army Museum
Units also organised their own entertainment – as was the case with Pye’s corps.
He and his fellow gunners on the 59th Divisional Ammunition Column Royal Field Artillery fought in the Third Battle of Ypres and at Cambrai, suffering heavy losses during the German Spring Offensive of 1918.
Pye survived the bloodshed and stayed with the division until his discharge after the war.
His photos, on display a century after the brutal conflict that left millions dead, show troops trying to break the monotony of army life, keep busy off duty and distract themselves from the surrounding carnage.
Here, daily life was not “all work and no play”, said Dr Matthew Thomas of the National Army Museum, who have archived the photos online.
“They capture a common aspect of a soldier’s life that is largely unknown or forgotten.”
Military theatre provided a popular pastime for enlisted men, allowing them to air grievances about food, conditions and senior officers.
But assembling a cast was a constant problem because of the movements of units or cast members being killed or wounded in action.
The list of actors and staff photographed in Pye’s album continuously change over the three-month period it covers.
Some soldier-made shows became so successful that they left the front to entertain audiences at home. The Dumbells of the Canadian Army even managed a West End run.
While few were lucky enough to be released from their units and work full time in theatre, performers helped bring together officers and men who often had little else in common.
This, they hoped, would make soldiers ready to serve the same cause.
Latest stage of Barking Riverside development is complete
Fire at Dagenham industrial estate under investigation
Jailed: Thieves who stole £300k worth of ‘high end’ cars
Investigation launched after woman raped in Barking
Latest from the Barking and Dagenham Post
Plans to build 79 homes on site of Barking supermarket
WSL: West Ham 2 Brighton 1
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“Ants on a log, floating down the river to the waterfall” (bureaucracy)
"Ants on a log, floating down the river (to the waterfall), and each ant thinking he was steering” is an old political saying/metaphor. This was printed in The Daily Gazette (Lawrence, KS) on May 3, 1906:
“Fred Vandegrif was looking on at the state convention. ‘These delegates remind me of a story an old logging friend of mine used to tell,’ he remarked, and everybody stopped to listen as they always do when Vandegrif begins a story. ‘He said that every spring when his logs came down the river, every log was covered with ants, and every ant thought he was steering the log.’”
Illinois businessman, politician and author J. Howard Jayne (who died at age 75 in 1944) wrote under the pen name of “Mose Allen.” This Mose Allen saying was printed in the Cook County Herald (Arlington Heights, IL), on August 27, 1915:
“When politicians gather at the State House they remind me of a bunch of red ants on a log floating down the river:—every one thinks he is steering it.”
“These bureaucrats in Washington remind me of a bunch of ants on a log floating down a stream. Every one of the ants thinks he is steering the log” was printed in the El Paso (TX) Times on August 25, 1943. Washington (DC) political columnist Peter Edson wrote this for his syndicated newspaper column on March 24, 1951:
“Air Force Undersecretary John A. McCone has a story about how important everybody in Washington thinks he is. ‘They’re all like ants caught on a log that’s floating down the river.’ When asked to explain, McCone says, ‘Every one of those ants thinks he’s steering that log.’”
The “ants on a log” saying is sometimes credited to American author and humorist Mark Twain (1835-1910), but there is no evidence that Twain ever said it.
The food term “ants on a log” consists of raisin “ants” and peanut butter on a celery stalk “log.”
[This entry was assisted by research from the Quote Investigator.]
3 May 1906, The Daily Gazette (Lawrence, KS), pg. 2, col. 2:
Fred Vandegrif was looking on at the state convention. “These delegates remind me of a story an old logging friend of mine used to tell,” he remarked, and everybody stopped to listen as they always do when Vandegrif begins a story. “He said that every spring when his logs came down the river, every log was covered with ants, and every ant thought he was steering the log.”
4 May 1906, Atchison (KS) Daily Globe, “News and Comment,” pg. 3, col. 8:
James E. Hurley, general manager of the Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe, told the following story at the convention: “These fellows remind me of the time I lived on the Mississippi River. A great many saw logs came down the stream every spring. One day I was watching the procession of logs and an Irish friend of mine who sat by me, said: ‘Jim, do you mind the number of sawing that come down every spring?” I said I did, and he asked: ‘Do you notice that there are about a thousand red ants on each log?’ It old him that I had noticed that fact, and he added: ‘And Jim, every little red ant thinks he is steering the log.’”
10 May 1906, The Weekly Kansas Chief (Troy, KS), “The Weekly Kansas Chief” by H. J. Calnan, pg. 4, col. 5:
James E. Hurley, general manager of the Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe, told the following story at the convention: “These fellows remind me of the time when I lived on the Mississippi river. A great many saw logs came down the stream every spring. One day I was watching the procession of logs and an Irish friend of mine who sat by me, said: ‘Jim, do you mind the number of sawlogs that come down every spring?’ I said I did, and he asked: ‘Do you notice that there are about a thousand red ants on each log?” I told him that I had noticed that fact, and he added: ‘And Jim, every little red ant thinks he is steering the log.’”
OCLC WorldCat record
Author: Mose Allen; J H Jayne
Publisher: Monmouth, Ill. : Howard Jane, 1915.
Edition/Format: Print book : English
27 August 1915, Cook County Herald (Arlington Heights, IL), pg. 6, col. 6:
27 August 1915, DuPage County Register (Wheaton, IL), pg. 1, col. 6:
FOR SECRETARY OF STATE.
Howard Jayne Writes Under the Name of Mose Allen—Here Are a Few of His Proverbs.
25 August 1943, El Paso (TX) Times, “Everyday Events” by W. J. Hooten, pg. 4, col. 2:
DID you hear the latest definition of bureaucracy?
Two Valley farmers were talking. One said:
“These bureaucrats in Washington remind me of a bunch of ants on a log floating down a stream. Every one of the ants thinks he is steering the log.”
5 March 1947, Elmira (NY) Star-Gazette, ‘Father Schwab Urges Union Against Atheism At Catholic-Jewish Youth Inter-Faith Meet,” pg. 8, col. 2:
(Rev. Leo Schwab of Our Lady of Lourdes Church.—ed.)
To emphasize the urgency of internal accord in this country Father Schwab cited a cartoon which showed a belligerent colony of ants on a log floating towards a water fall. The ants were so busy fighting among themselves that they were unaware of the tragedy toward which they progressed.
24 March 1951, Coshocton (OH) Tribune, “Washington Column” by Peter Edson (NEA), pg. 5, col. 4:
Air Force Undersecretary John A. McCone has a story about how important everybody in Washington thinks he is. “They’re all like ants caught on a log that’s floating down the river.” When asked to explain, McCone says, “Every one of those ants thinks he’s steering that log.”
Old Fulton NY Post Cards
31 January 1956, Daily Sentinel (Rome, NY), “Washington Merry-Go-Round” by Drew Pearson, pg. 6, col. 8:
“It reminds me of a log jam up in the Northwest when spring comes and the logs break up and start tumbling down the river,” he (Meyer Kestnbaum, head of Hart, Schaffner and Marx—ed.) said.
“There are ten thousand ants on each log and each ant thinks he’s steering,”
Ohio Cities and Villages
Pg. 334:
This reminds me of an old farmer down in Southern Ohio where I was born and raised, who was watching a group of ants on a log floating down the river. The ants were swarming all over the log. The Congressman from that district walked up the farmer and said, “Why are you watching those ants?” The farmer replied, ‘They remind me of all you officials in Washington, scurrying all over the place, each one thinking he’s steering the log.”
And he compared the Pentagon to “a log going down the river with 25,000 ants on it, each thinking he’s steering the log.”
17 December 1978, Sunday Newhall SIgnal (Newhall, CA), pg. 8, col. 1:
Anatomy Of A Supervisor
(Pardon My Incision)
Like a thousand ants
adrift on a log
lost in a mist
of administrative fog.
Finally drifting ashore
they all shouted and cheered
each ant was convinced
that he really had steered.
John A. Milewski, Canyon Country
30 December 1978, Tampa (FL) Times, “Indochina still seethes with brutality” by Nick Thimmesch (Los Angeles Times), pg. 4A, col. 5:
Popular TV and print versions today depict the United States as the villain. Actually, as it was once remarked, the U.S>, in terms of influencing the region, was like one of 10,000 ants floating on a log, each of whom thought it alone was steering.
Project Management for Executives
By Harold Kerzner
New York, NY: Van Nostrand Reinhold
It’s like ants on a log in a river and each one thinks he’s steering- when none of them are.
Command of the Seas
By John F. Lehman
New York, NY: C. Scribner’s Sons
It is the classic allegory of the ninety thousand ants on a log floating down the Mississippi, with each one thinking he is steering.
Modern American Indian Tribal Government and Politics
By Howard L. Meredith
Tsaile, AZ: Navajo Community College Press
It is sometimes useful to remember Mark Twain’s definition of the nation’s bureaucracy — fifty thousand ants on a log floating down the Mississippi River, with everyone of them thinking they are running it.
31 January 1999, Detroit (MI) News, “Quote-Acrostic,” comics sec., pg. ?, col. 7:
When I think of bureaucracy, I think of Mark Twain’s definition. ‘Bureaucracy, he aid, if fifty thousand ants on a log floating down the Mississippi River and every one of them thinking they’re running it.’
Guerrilla USA:
The George Jackson Brigade and the Anticapitalist Underground of the 1970s
By Daniel Burton-Rose
Berkeley, CA: University of California Press
“These hard-core crazies are like ten thousand ants on a log floating down the river. They all form their little cells, and their little groups, and each cell thinks it controls wherever the log goes. But these crazies are not the people, and they are not going to have any impact where the log goes. The log will follow the river, no matter what the ants do.”
(Spoken by Police Chief Robert Hanson.—ed.)
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Extinction Rebellion to benefit from collaboration by ska veterans
Extinction Rebellion logo
Ska is joining the climate fight with musical profits of a new track going to aid Extinction Rebellion.
The activist organisation will receive funding through an optimistic song sung by The Specials vocalist Neville Staple.
Brian Travers and Laurence Parry of UB40 also feature on the track.
Writer Shiloh Clarke has said that everyone on Earth is a member of Extinction Rebellion, and should be united in the fight against climate change.
Neville Staple features on the track (Aaron Chown/PA)
The group will receive profits from his song, which has used the political tradition of ska music to comment on new challenges.
New track Freedom Will Reign has been welcomed by Extinction Rebellion, who has shared its message.
Clarke said: “We have got a voice and we can use it.
“The main message of the song is to use our freedom to do the right thing.
“It’s a little thing I can do to help climate change.
“Extinction Rebellion have made a commitment, an unwavering commitment to protect our planet. There’s no greater cause. Everyone on this planet is a member really.
“We can’t stand by and let this happen.”
Clarke has said that ska had a rebirth tackling issues of racial discrimination, and that its political power could be redirected towards new issues.
The songwriter has commented on criticism of the narrow racial and social profile of Extinction Rebellion, and said all communities must realise their duties to the planet.
The root causes of The Climate And Ecological Emergency include colonalism, capitalism, extractivism, racism, sexism, classism and ableism. Our Rebellion must have diversity and inclusivity at its centre.
https://t.co/ss02kRsOos@ExtinctionRebe8https://t.co/0AoZsgrwZz
— Extinction Rebellion ⌛️ (@ExtinctionR) August 14, 2019
He said: “It’s absolutely important that everyone gets involved and realises that everyone needs to do their little bit.
“We’re not saying everyone’s perfect and everyone should walk around like nuns or priests. But if everyone did their little bit we would see a change.”
Clarke worked with Staples and award-winning producer Roger Lomas on the track.
Extinction Rebellion has welcomed the decision to back the group with profits from the release.
A spokeswoman said: “Extinction Rebellion UK would like to thank Shiloh Clarke for donating 10% of the profits from his single Freedom Will Reign to us.
“Every one of us has a part to play in telling the truth about the climate and ecological emergency, but the grim truth is not the only truth.
“There is also an important story to tell about the hope that lies in individuals deciding they can no longer stand by while life on Earth is dying.
“Freedom Will Reign expresses a deep caring for humankind and the natural world.
“What more could we ask of musicians in times like these?”
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[TNP League Cup] Laggy Warriors CRUSHED by Precise Tigers
Kristic (center) got a hat-trick
This could be the only trophy not within the reach of the most successful club in the S.League anytime soon, given the kind of display the Warriors dished out hours earlier.
The local scene got back to action after the SEA Games recess with The New Paper League Cup kicked start last evening with Alex Weaver led his troops to Toa Payoh to face their fellow AFC Cup representatives - Balestier Khalsa whom themselves were former winners of the Cup back in 2013.
Nico Velez (10) closed down by Ho Wai Loon
Ironically, the Cup, which is title-sponsored by a local newspaper of the same name this season, has never been won by any of those powerhouses of local football with the Warriors (when they were still known as SAFFC) came close in 2009 as runners-up to Brunei DPMM who are the most successful side in the tournament with three victories under their belt.
Due to the ongoing Ramadan period, all fixtures in this tournament are scheduled for 8.30pm kick-off.
Close attention on Robert Pericic (9)
Hafiz Rahim bodychecked by Igor Cerina (5)
By all accounts, this Group B fixture may not be the prettiest football on display with the much of the match from the start dominated by scrappy plays with attacking lacked fluency that often went off steam in the attacking third which one would wonder if the long layoff from competitive football for large part of the month could be culprit for such sloppiness.
Therefore, it was always the case of who took their chances well would be well-rewarded for their efforts and saw Croatian marksman Miroslav Kristic opened the account one minute before the interval by drove it low past Warriors' custodian Daniel Ong.
Barely two minutes into the second half, Kristic maintained his momentum by doubled his tally with a header amid some porous defending by the defending S.League champions.
"Iggy" scored the third goal for the Tigers
When substitute Ignatius "Iggy" Ang netted in the Tigers' third in the 73rd minute with a textbook finish, it could well signalled that the Warriors had lost their will to carry on in the match after Kristic completed his hat-trick in the 89th minute with an effortless tap in from close range to close the night on a 4-0 scoreline.
Inevitably, the former Hougang United coach got his men headed straight to the tunnel for a lengthy post-mortem after the match and only to see some of the players came out in the dark for their warming down session under the dim settings of the ground when everyone was about to pack and go.
Classifed as: Balestier, League Cup, S.League, SAFFC
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It could have happened this way—a Heisenberg: the GOP's attempts to inoculate Kavanaugh against an accusation that Christine Blasey Ford had decided not to make pubic lead them to leak enough to reporters to convince CBF to come forward: Nicole Belle: Don't Kid Yourself. The GOP KNOWS Kavanaugh Tried To Rape Someone: "Blasey Ford... sends a letter to her representative... Anna Eshoo.... Eshoo passes Blasey Ford's letter on to Dianne Feinstein.... After several back-and-forths, Blasey Ford tells Feinstein's office she does not want to be put through testifying publicly...
...Feinstein respects that choice and tells colleagues that the matter has been handled. Feinstein also forwards the letter to the FBI for investigation (to be clear, this means the vetting investigation, not a criminal investigation). Per Feinstein, this happens sometime in early August—before the hearing begins. The FBI notifies the White House of the letter to see if they want follow-up. The White House declines further investigation. But now they know. And now they pass it on to GOP operatives. Early August.... So now the PR campaign goes into overdrive... glossy television ads of white women saying what a great guy he is... papers and online publications. Tiger Mom Amy Chua... offers an op-ed about how grateful she is that Kavanaugh selected her daughter as a clerk... the infamous letter of 65 women who Kavanaugh didn't try to rape... soccer team girls... carpooling... 5K races... all peremptory defense against a charge not yet out in the public. They knew it was coming.
They start leaking it to reporters who start sniffing around Blasey Ford at home and work, knowing that's going to intimidate her more. By last week, Blasey Ford realizes that the story is out and she can either tell her story herself or have the Republicans tell it for her. So she identifies herself. And almost immediately, the threats begin. She and her family must leave their home and work and get security. She gets an alert that BEFORE her name is known, Ed Whelan is poking around her LinkedIn profile. How would they know to do that if they didn't know about these charges, despite Kavanaugh's claim that he didn't know who made these charges until her name was outed?...
The first response from Kavanaugh and GOP operatives is to deny, deny, deny.... The stories start to change and morph and the GOP tries to find a message that works.... So the first defense was the "recovered memories are faulty". They sent Linda Chavez out to All In with Chris Hayes to float it. Republican operative Ed Whelan tweeted it (now deleted). But that didn't work.... So they went with the "doppelganger" theory. Sure, she may have been attacked, but she got confused about the identity of the attacker. First, they sent out Kathleen Parker to float it without specifics of the designated doppelganger, Chris Garrett. Seemed to work as a plausible deniability tactic, or at least, wasn't as openly mocked as the recovered memory one. Orrin Hatch's staffers are involved at this point because his Deputy Chief of Staff previews the coming tweet storm by Whelan. And then Whelan puts the meat on the bone.... The fact that Chris Garrett is still silent suggests to me that he volunteered to fall on the sword for his buddy Brett, because Whelan has been a political operative for a long time and knows a defamation suit by an innocent man unfairly accused would destroy all credibility of this defense. Let that irony steep for a bit. Because if Garrett didn't know, they just did to him what they're accusing Dr. Blasey Ford of doing to the undeserving Brett Kavanaugh....
Whelan... has a lot of very specific information that isn't in the public sphere and could only be provided by someone familiar with the actual event: Blasey Ford's friend, who attended the party as well. He also knew the layout of Garrett's childhood home and the similarity to Blasey Ford's description (apparently the staircase upstairs to the second floor had a landing in the middle). All that information he pushes into this tweetstorm to suggest that maybe this singularly traumatic event that has deeply affected Blasey Ford for decades could simply be... her confusing one white guy with brown hair for another.... Whelan names Garrett as a possible actual attempted rapist and then walks it back, claiming he didn't imply guilt, ultimately deleting the entire tweetstorm. But that's exactly what he did. It's a GOP ploy as old as time: Poison the well. You call attention to the poison. People lose their mind over the poisoned well and then you walk it back BEFORE people stop and say, "Wait. How did you know it was poisoned?"
Because the answer to this is, BRETT KAVANAUGH gave Whelan the poison. No one else could have provided all of this info. And it implicitly ADMITS that the attack happened. And what that means is that Kavanaugh knows exactly what Ford said did happen, it did happen, and he just wanted to throw out enough stuff for plausible deniability. So the GOP threw up woman after woman after woman as human shields against an attempted rapist. Because women are only tools to them...
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Working groups are the driving force behind Bluetooth® technology, delivering innovations that unify, harmonize, and power the vast range of connected devices all around us. Working group members collaborate to define new specifications and enhance adopted specs, which determine the functionality, capabilities, and interoperability of future wireless devices.
At this year’s Working Group Summit, the Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG) awarded the annual Working Group Awards to working groups, committee members, and contributors who were recognized by their peers for their impact and dedication to advancing Bluetooth technology. Their devotion throughout the year and commitment to making a difference is what keeps Bluetooth at the forefront of IoT.
2019 Working Group Award Winners
Working Group/Committee Chair of the Year
Mayank Batra, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. Senior Staff Engineer, Core Specification Working Group Chair
A senior staff engineer within the standards and technology group of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. (QTIL), Mayank currently serves as the Chair of the Core Specification Working Group (CSWG).
Mayank contributed to most features in development within the CSWG over the last 8 years and was also the editor of the Angle of Arrival, Angle of Departure, Bluetooth LE Link Layer Topology, and Bluetooth LE Secure Connections features in the past. He also contributes to features currently in development within the Direction Finding Working Group.
A member of the Bluetooth SIG Security Experts Group, Mayank takes a keen interest in security and has made significant contributions to the security aspects in both Bluetooth BR/EDR and Bluetooth LE Secure Connections.
What Mayank’s Peers Say
“Mayank is a great technical leader with a great way of communicating technically relevant information to the appropriate groups in a timely manner.”
“Core Specification Working Group (CSWG) is the largest working group, and the chair is familiar with all the topics relating to the core specification. He manages the group very well.”
“Mayank is always up to date on everything that happens in the CSWG and does a great job of organizing everything.”
“Always precise, polite, helpful, and technically prepared.”
“Leading the CSWG towards the Milan release.”
Szymon Slupik, Silvair, Inc. President, CTO, and Co-Founder, Mesh Working Group Chair
A member of the Bluetooth SIG since 2012, Szymon serves as the president and CTO of Silvair, Inc. Realizing that Bluetooth LE is an ideal foundation for mesh networking, Szymon has been a significant contributor to the Bluetooth Mesh Networking and Core Specifications since 2014.
Szymon has served as the Mesh Working Group Chair (2016) and Mesh Working Group Vice-Chair (2015), and he has been recognized multiple times for technical contributions and organizational efforts that have made Bluetooth mesh a ground-breaking technology.
What Szymon’s Peers Say
“Mesh is probably the best-organized working group, and the contributors are extremely motivated to work with Szymon. Szymon not only takes care of the group activities but also helps shape the roadmap for Bluetooth mesh, identifying the gaps and opportunities that result in new and updated specifications being created. Szymon has also been extremely effective managing over 20 active working group projects, assuring super-effective allocation of relatively limited resources.”
“Szymon has been the key driver, efficiently managing a vast amount of development projects. His calm, dedication, and focus enabled huge progress in developing technology that will allow Bluetooth to extend its range to lighting control and building automation.”
Outstanding Technical Contributor of the Year
Danilo Blasi, STMicroelectronics Senior Design Engineer, Mesh Working Group
A consultant for Bluetooth mesh technology at STMicroelectronics, Danilo recently joined a group of test engineers to verify the behavior of components for their chip products based on Bluetooth LE technology.
Danilo joined the Mesh Working Group in May 2015 and has played a key role defining the Bluetooth Mesh Profile and Models. He has been active in the definition of the Mesh Directed Forwarding functionality that will be part of the Mesh Profile v1.1, he provides feedback for specification development guidelines, and he has created a list of requirements for tools to be used by Bluetooth SIG working groups that simplify and accelerate specification development.
What Danilo’s Peers Say
“His contribution to Mesh MDF (Mesh Directed Forwarding) specification is epic.”
“Has been a key contributor to the message directed forwarding specification that will add routing capabilities to Bluetooth mesh.”
Kanji Kerai, Bluetooth System Architect – Sivantos GmbH, Core Specification Working Group
Since 2004, Kanji has been an active member of the Core Specification Working Group and provided significant contributions to the development of Secure Simple Pairing of v2.1. He served as a BARB Associate Councilor from 2007 to 2015 and played a key role in encouraging hearing aid companies to join the Bluetooth SIG and develop audio over Bluetooth LE.
Since 2015, Kanji has been the editor of the Isochronous Channels Specification as a member of Widex A/S and now Sivantos GmbH.
What Kanji’s Peers Say
“He has been working on the Isochronous Channels features in the Core specification Working Group. He has resolved thousands of comments from reviewers and made enormous progress on completing the ISOC specification to the CR stage.”
“To recognize Kanji’s relentless efforts and dedication as owner of the Bluetooth LE Isochronous Channels specification.”
Outstanding New Contributor in Bluetooth SIG Groups
Ravi Bamidi, Silvair, Inc. Consultant, Mesh Working Group
An R&D Consultant Engineer for Silvair, Inc., Ravi made key contributions to the Mesh Private Beacons feature, Mesh Asset Management and Tracking feature, and Mesh Subnet Bridge and Mesh Directed Forwarding Specifications. He has also helped identify errors and propose resolutions for the Mesh Remote Provisioning Specification.
In addition to his specification work, Ravi creates Bluetooth mesh prototype implementation features for the Silvair Bluetooth mesh stack.
What Ravi’s Peers Say
“New contributing member of the Mesh Working Group. His contribution to MDF, RPR (Remote Provisioning), and especially PRB (Mesh Private Beacons) is invaluable.”
“Has added immense value to multiple Mesh specifications that are being developed. His analysis and reviews have been extremely thorough and helpful. The specifications he contributed the most to are: Mesh Remote Provisioning, Mesh Directed Forwarding, Mesh Asset Management and Tracking, Mesh Private Beacons, and Mesh Energy Harvesting Sensors.”
Robert Hughes, Intel, Vice Chair of the Bluetooth SIG Board of Directors
A new award created this year, the Chairman’s Award, is presented at the sole discretion of the Chair of the Bluetooth SIG Board of Directors to recognize an individual or individuals for extraordinary service to the Bluetooth community. The inaugural recipient of the Chairman’s Award is Robert Hughes.
“Hughes serves as Intel’s representative on the Bluetooth SIG Board of Directors and Vice Chair of the board. In 2017, the Bluetooth SIG recognized an opportunity to address inconsistencies across its governing documents, better aligning the operations of the Bluetooth SIG with those governing documents, and making a number of process improvements. The board of directors created the Alignment and Process Improvement Task Force (APITF) to undertake this important work. Hughes stepped up and offered to chair the task force.
While many Bluetooth SIG participants and staff contributed innumerable hours of work to the APITF, the completion of updates to the bylaws and the Specification Management Process Document was driven. His persistence and dedication — including chairing many meetings and processing many comments (even when on vacation or sabbatical) were invaluable. The entire Bluetooth community has benefited from this work. Under leadership, the APITF has moved on to update the Errata Process Document and the Working Group Process Document — and he’s taken on the interim chairmanship of the Specification Automation Task Force as well. On behalf of the entire Bluetooth community, we greatly appreciate Hughes’s energy, dedication, and hard work!”
— Toby Nixon, Chair of the Board of Directors
Working Group of the Year
Mesh Working Group
“The Mesh Working Group has had its busiest time ever, for the last 12 months. The group jointly totaled 2,000 man hours of conference calls and 3,000 man hours of face-to-face meetings. This is an unprecedented engagement that translates to solidifying Bluetooth as the leading low-power wireless standard. The group has also been very creative in allocating resources to projects – running multiple, regular task-oriented conference calls on a weekly basis. Mesh has also pioneered the new formula for combined IOP and face-to-face events during which prototyping is mixed with specification development, bringing agility to accelerate specification development.”
— Bluetooth Working Group Member
Market Development Award
The Market Development Award, presented by the Bluetooth SIG promotion team, recognizes an individual from a member company that has gone above and beyond in promoting and evangelizing the adoption of Bluetooth technology within new markets. Over the last few years, this individual has been a tireless promoter of Bluetooth technology, and has worked to drive the adoption of Bluetooth mesh networking capability, especially within the lighting control market. Not only has he been a frequent public speaker and author on this subject, he has operated as a behind-the-scenes influencer, driving the promotion and adoption of Bluetooth within many other standards organizations to achieve this goal, including ANSI, DiiA, IEC, IES, IETF, NEMA, and OCF. Thanks to Szymon’s efforts, Bluetooth mesh networking is well on its way to being adopted as a key technology within the lighting control market.
Thanks to all the Working Group Members who voted and commented on the commitment of their awarded peers. Congratulations to all our award winners.
If you’re interested in influencing the direction of wireless technology and want to help shape the IoT, a Bluetooth working group is the place for you. Learn more about joining a Bluetooth working group.
Himanshu Bhalla, Intel Corporation
“Drove the Generic Audio Working Group towards consensus about ASCP procedures of Unicast Audio Stream Control. He clarified multiple flows about PAC Discovery and ASE Configuration, audio topology, and architecture. The procedures which he defined are a corner stone for next generation audio and stream management.” — Bluetooth Working Group Member
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October 23, 2013 Food & Drink » Dining
Harvest Share
CropMobster ensures that farmers with surplus produce don't have to waste it
By Rachel Dovey
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PRODUCE FOR ALL Rep. Jared Huffman visits Bloomfield Farms for a gleaning session organized by CropMobster.
Nick Papadopoulos is a farmer now, but he has a professional background in conflict resolution. So, standing in a vegetable cooler on a Saturday night last March, surrounded by surplus produce that hadn't been sold, his mind began to wander.
"We had all this food that wasn't going to people," the general manager of Bloomfield Farms in Petaluma recalls. "It's edible and it's grown for the purpose of feeding people, and we don't make any money when it's wasted."
Later that week, he posted a message on Facebook advertising farmers market leftovers at a reduced price. That was the beginning of CropMobster.com, a social media hub addressing local farm waste and hunger—both issues hinging on a centralized, assembly-line food system that, according to Papadopoulos, is full of holes.
The terms "food waste" and "food access" fill national headlines, but connections between the two are rarely made. In September, the United Nations' Food and Agriculture Organization released a report claiming that each year "food that is produced but not eaten guzzles up a volume of water equivalent to the annual flow of Russia's Volga River, and is responsible for adding 3.3 billion tonnes [sic] of greenhouse gasses to the planet's atmosphere." Environmental damage aside, food producers lose an annual $750 billion on goods that feed no one. Meanwhile, 842 million people are hungry worldwide.
On a local scale, Papadopoulos saw the potential for overlap. A National Resources Defense Council study released last year states that waste occurs pre- and post-harvest, with variables like weather and labor shortages making it difficult to perfectly match a grower's supply and demand.
If farmers weren't making money anyway, Papadopoulos reasoned, why not discount those surpluses, or just give them away?
Gleaning operations, nonprofits like Respecting Our Elders and discount marts have come to similar conclusions. CropMobster aims to be a sort of virtual hub between such organizations and farms. Anyone can post an "alert"—a surplus of discounted blueberries, a need for gleaning volunteers—for free on its pages, which is then distributed via Twitter, Facebook, email and phone. For Papadopoulos, it's a way of synching up the small-scale, local food scene that by nature is more decentralized than the one created nationally by factory farms.
"We wanted to address food waste and loss, and help people who are hungry or just priced out of the good stuff," he says. "But we also wanted to help people in the cottage food industry and the gleaning industry, and build trading relationships."
Laguna Farm in Sebastopol has used CropMobster several times.
"We're raising our families in Sonoma County, so we really need to be able to sell our produce at retail price," says Jennifer Branham, co-owner of the farm's CSA program. "But in the peak of summer months, when we have an abundance and are unable to move all of our produce, it's unique because it opens up other channels. So even though we only sold $1,000 worth of produce for $500—which doesn't make ends meet—they publicized us, which led to new customers."
She adds that Laguna's waste occurs mostly pre-harvest, in their fields. If the staff knows they'll have an abundance, they can't afford the labor required to pick their crops, so they let them rot. This fertilizes next year's crop, but it's another step in the food cycle where hunger could be met—which is where gleaners come in.
Suzi Grady is a program director for gleaning outfit Petaluma Bounty. The nonprofit connects farmers with abundance to low-income housing complexes and food pantries, and also maintains a network of community gardens and a farm. As a hub in its own right, Grady says the increased reach offered by CropMobster—thousands of eyes in 12 Northern California counties—has been helpful for commodities like produce, which are highly perishable.
"We need to mobilize very quickly when we get a call," she says.
With federal subsidies going primarily to large-scale farms, small organic growers often have to seek out a higher income bracket for their goods, which are not artificially cheap. Also, selling their leftover produce at lower prices could be seen as devaluing their regular inventory. Papadopoulos acknowledges this, but says he sees the potential for a wider market with surplus.
"That's the inherent conflict in the local food system," he says. "The farmers have to demand a premium price. Meanwhile people are struggling and farmers are struggling, and food surplus isn't being traded or exchanged or sold."
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It wasn't snowing when we arrived.
Weird Vending Machines
I didn't see the cupcake one while we were here. Probably because Jenna-lee was hauling me to graveyards instead. Hmmm, cupcakes or dead people. It's so hard to decided.
"You're assuming the afterlife is a bad place." "I don't like my options."
GraveYards and Girls
I don’t know what to make of her! She turns my world inside out. Everyone else backs off when it comes to my past. They know better. But Jenna-Lee, she digs it all up, like some kind of rabid badger looking for its next grub. A fearless fighter with claws sharp enough to dig through my defenses. Why can’t she just know me for who I am now? Who I’ve made myself to be? I am Thrash, not that kid who got pushed around and beaten up. I am Thrash, that’s it, that’s all. Not Miki, not anymore. But still, I can’t walk away even when she scares the crap out of me because She’s magnetized. When I try to pull back, I snap right to her side again. It’s weird. She’s weird. And I don’t understand at all.
The snow came when Jenna-Lee decided we were going for a walk. Yay.
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Tutu and the Pirates
Pegboy
Screeching Weasel
88 Fingers Louie
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A great Gravestone
After he found out what I had been doing all morning, Paris showed me an article about this grave in the Notre-Dame-des-Neiges Cemetery, Montreal, (Section C, Plot: 01369 - if you want to go look at it in person). It contains a coded message. I guess the guy was a cheater and his wife and mistress got him back using his tombstone. Here's what was written on it. To read the message, just use the first letters in each of the lines.
Free your body and soul
unfold your powerful wings
climb up the highest mountains
kick your feet up in the air
you may now live forever
or return to the earth
unless you feel good where you are
- missed by your friends
This is freaking funny - so says darth Kevin!
Kevin was pretty happy with this Christmas gift!
Will - The Early Days
I remember Thrash’s first rehearsal. Jayson had given him a bunch of songs to learn after we decided he could step in as our lead singer. Thrash had taken them back to Ruby’s without saying a word, but he had that look in his eye. Like he wanted to challenge Jayson but was keeping his mouth shut. I was thinking, oh crap, this is going to be it. He’s going to take on Jayson for leadership. But Thrash didn’t do anything, not on that day.
Then we get this report from Ruby that Thrash destroyed his bedroom. Like, ripped the whole thing apart just because Ruby stopped him from trying to leave the house at three in the morning. By then Jayson was really skeptical about whether or not we should have taken this kid on. The thing was Thrash had the most amazing voice. He had power. You could feel something driving through him. He vibrated with intensity and, I don’t know, something more. It was amazing and we all knew he would go places. With or without us. I mean, all of us are top dogs in what we do. We shine, and so did Thrash, so he belonged. But it was the growling tension just below his paper skin that had us worried.
Anyway, the first rehearsal comes and Thrash starts singing and I notice that half the lyrics have been changed. I mean, most of the chorus was the same but a good chunk of the words had been rearranged or replaced all together.
So I looked at Paris, and Paris looked at Kevin. Then we all looked a Jayson. Jayson was staring, just staring and Thrash was staring right back, meeting Jayson’s eyes with a glare that wouldn’t quit. I was ready to run for cover. Jayson had never let anyone mess with his lyrics. I mean, yeah, we all collaborated on the music but no one ever dared make a suggestion for a word change. Jayson handled the lyrics, we helped with the music. That’s the way it was.
But now there was Thrash.
Jayson strummed his guitar. Silent for a while. We kept waiting. Finally he said. "Good work. I like it. Well most of it. Do you have any of your own songs?" And Thrash broke into this big grin and ran for his notebook. Thinking back, that smile, it looked like relief. I guess he was just as scared as the rest of us. But that’s Thrash for you. He meets things head on and doesn’t explain much getting there. You just have to figure out what he’s doing as you go. Ride the wave and hope for the best. But it’s worth it. He’s the best front man I’ve ever seen.
This is not my name! no matter what JEnna-Lee thinks
Ask Boiled Cat
What instruments do each of you know how to play?
Thrash: It would be easier to ask Kevin what instruments he doesn’t know.
Kevin: *laughs* Yeah, probably.
Jayson: So what instruments don’t you know?
Kevin: Let’s see. I don’t know most Asian and African instruments. Though I have tried playing the sitar and the pungi. The pungi is sometimes called the snake charmer’s wife. It’s a flute and it looks really cool. You've probably seen it in movies. I have a kalimba that I like to noodle around on. It's also called a thumb piano. But, like I said, I don’t know much about the instruments from those areas. I’ve had way more training in European and Western instruments. I think my favorites are violin, guitar, and keyboard synthesiser. You can do a lot with them. But most instruments don’t take too long to learn the basics.
Thrash: Speak for yourself! I’ve been trying to learn to play guitar for a year now and I still suck.
Jayson: Oh, you’re not doing too bad given how much you actually practice.
Thrash: I’d have more time to practice if I gave up my school work.
Paris: Oh, yeah, I can really see Ruby letting you do that.
Jayson: Why not? It worked for me.
Will: You may be the exception. I play bass and a bit of drums. I can also handle a guitar – but only good enough to jam.
Jayson: I play guitar, that’s it, that’s all.
Kevin: The god of guitars doesn’t need any other instruments.
Jayson: YEs! Exactly!
Paris: I play drums. That doesn’t sound impressive, but the truth is I can play lots of different drums in a lot of different styles. Each drum has its own voice, like the djembe that can “talk” if your skilled enough and the steel drum that has this ringing sing song voice. I’ve learned so many styles on so many drums in so many places that I really have no idea how much I know.
Thrash: I feel so inadequate.
Paris: That’s because you are.
Thrash: Thanks, buddy.
Paris: Any time, pal.
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BioMar, the leading Danish aquaculture feed company has signed an agreement to purchase and utilize 30% of the Lenca research center from Aquainnovo, Chile, broadening its network of excellence research centers around the world.
The Chilean contract-research center will be renamed Aquaculture Technology Center Patagonia (ATC Patagonia). Its current design and flexibility allows for running a broad range of trials on different species and nutritional projects for developing high performance feeds, testing of new raw materials as well as exploring new nutritional solutions and sustainable diets. This facility will allow for increasing the throughput of BioMar R&D efforts and focus on the development on functional feeds and fish welfare.
Existing capacity of this technology center also allows research based on genetic resistance challenges and pathogen and parasites trials for therapeutic and preventive treatments. Furthermore, the center allows for gaining new knowledge on recirculation technology systems, assessment of chemical products, development of vaccines and product registration studies in general.
Matias Del Campo, General Manager of Aquainnovo, commented: "Aquainnovo has a state-of-the-art infrastructure and proven record of applied trials. Our team of specialists is permanently supporting our customers by being effective in developing solutions to the main technological challenges in the industry. This initiative will strengthen the technological development thanks to the synergy of knowledge that is being brought in from both companies."
"Our research center is strongly specialized on trials for product development and validation. I am convinced that this will enhance our current offer of contract research services, which will remain open for the Global Aquaculture Industry producers and suppliers", Matias Del Campo added.
Havard Jorgensen, Global Director of R&D of BioMar, agreed on this: "We are proud to have reached an agreement on a initiative of this level and importance in Chile. BioMar is constantly making efforts to improve our innovation capacity. We are incorporating this center to other facilities that we already utilize and it is a perfect match to our already existing feed trial units in Central America and Europe. Undoubtedly ATC Patagonia will create a positive impact on global feed development. Our highly qualified team of researchers and scientists look very much forward to use this center for their trials."
ATC Patagonia will help to accelerate the exchange of knowledge in BioMar´s Salmon Division and thus provide solutions in every area of development to their global customers, in order to satisfy their needs in a quick and flexible way.
The ATC Patagonia covers 2.5 hectares of surface, with more than 2,000 square meters of construction. It is located 33 kilometers from Puerto Montt, on the banks of the river Lenca. Created in 2011, this aquaculture contract-research center of excellence was built targeting the highest world-class standards with regard to quality, monitoring, control and biosecurity. Later, in 2015, it was further improved and optimized, making it the most complete and modern aquaculture research center in the Southern Hemisphere.
More than16 trials can be run simultaneously in ATC Patagonia, given the fact that it disposes of reception, quarantine and special areas for small or big scale trials, nutrition and feeding, parasites, pathogens and other multi-used areas. Everything is monitored and controlled in a recirculation system for trials in fresh water and sea water. By this trials can be carried out by simulating the complete production cycle in fish farming. The temperature can be controlled between 3 ºC and 28 ºC. The environmental impact and fish welfare are being taken care of by applying high biosecurity standards, water treatment systems and a series of standardized management practices.
The Aquaculture Technology Center Patagonia (ATC Patagonia) in Chile covers 2.5 hectares of surface, with more than 2,000 square meters of construction.
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All 11 Invicta Strawweights heading to TUF 20 will be paid prior to filming
This past Wednesday night, UFC president Dana White announced that the organization had picked up the contracts of 11 strawweights from Invicta FC.
The eleven 115-pounders will be featured on season #20 of ‘The Ultimate Fighter,’ which is set to start filming in May 2014. “TUF 20” will be the first season to feature an exclusively female cast.
Following the original announcement, more information surfaced when Ariel Helwani took to twitter yesterday evening:
As reported on @foxsportslive, DW told me all the new 115ers got pay raises. 10 of em will get $8k/8k 2x before stepping foot in TUF house.
— Ariel Helwani (@arielhelwani)
The Invicta 115 champ Carla Esparza will get $10k/10k TWICE before TUF 20, too. So 40k before ever fighting in the UFC.
This is great news for the UFC’s new Strawweight acquisitions, who otherwise would have been on the shelf and uncompensated until the conclusion of TUF 20 late next fall.
The 5 remaining tournament spots will be filled by an open-tryout, which is expected to be held early in the new year.
Stay tuned to bjpenn.com for further updates.
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HIV in Prisons, 2015 - Statistical Tables
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Mortality in Correctional Institutions (MCI) collects data on deaths that occur while inmates are in the custody of local jails, state prisons, or the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP). Local jail and state prison data are collected directly from jails and state departments of corrections. Until 2015, the BOP submitted only aggregated deaths counts, by cause and sex. Starting with the 2015 reference year, the BOP submitted detailed data about each prisoner's deaths. Arrest-related mortality data were collected separately from data on deaths that occur in prisons or jails. The arrest-related death collection was suspended in 2014. The DCRP provides individual-level data on the number of deaths by year, cause of death, and decedent age, race or Hispanic origin, and sex. These data are also used to produce facility and population mortality rates. The collection of individual-level data allows BJS to perform detailed analyses of comparative death rates across demographic categories and offense types and facility and agency characteristics.
The Bureau of Justice Statistics began the MCI (formerly the DCRP) in 2000 in response to the passage of the Death in Custody Reporting Act (DCRA) of 2000 (P.L. 106-297), which required the collection of individual data on deaths in the process of arrest, local jails, and state prisons. The MCI collects many, but not all, of the elements outlined in the DCRA reauthorization (P.L. 113-242), but because MCI is collected for statistical purposes only, it cannot be used for DCRA enforcement.
HIV in Prisons, 2015 - Statistical Tables Presents data on state and federal prisoners who were HIV-positive or had confirmed AIDS and prisoners who died from AIDS-related causes.
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Mortality in Local Jails, 2000-2014 - Statistical Tables Describes national- and state-level data on inmate deaths that occurred in local jails from 2000 to 2014 and includes a preliminary count of inmate deaths in local jails in 2015.
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Mortality in State Prisons, 2001-2014 - Statistical Tables Describes national- and state-level data on inmate deaths that occurred in state prisons from 2001 to 2014 and presents aggregate counts of inmate deaths in federal prisons.
Assessing Inmate Cause of Death: Deaths in Custody Reporting Program and National Death Index Provides a technical review of the coverage and quality of inmate cause of death data collected under BJS's Deaths in Custody Reporting Program (DCRP).
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Mortality in Local Jails and State Prisons, 2000-2013 - Statistical Tables DEATHS IN LOCAL JAILS AND STATE PRISONS INCREASED FOR THE THIRD CONSECUTIVE YEAR
Mortality in Local Jails and State Prisons, 2000-2013 - Statistical Tables Presents inmate death records from each of the nation's 50 state prison systems. Death records include information on decedent personal characteristics (age, race or Hispanic origin, and sex), decedent criminal background (legal status, offense type, and time served), and the death itself (date, time, location, and cause of death).
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Mortality in Local Jails and State Prisons, 2000-2011 - Statistical Tables NUMBER OF JAIL DEATHS AT LOWEST RECORDED LEVEL DURING 2011; State prison deaths up four percent
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Mortality rate A measure of the frequency of deaths in a defined population during a specified interval of time. It is usually defined as the number of deaths per 100,000 inmates. For example, the overall mortality rate for local jails in 2011 was 122 jail deaths per 100,000 jail inmates.
Prison Compared to jail facilities, prisons are longer-term facilities owned by a state or by the federal government. Prisons typically hold felons and persons with sentences of more than a year; however, the sentence length may vary by state. Six states (Connecticut, Rhode Island, Vermont, Delaware, Alaska, and Hawaii) have an integrated correctional system that combines jails and prisons. There are a small number of private prisons, which are facilities run by private prison corporations whose services and beds are contracted out by state or federal governments.
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Letters - Monday, January 13, 2020
Suzanne Steedman
‘Disgraceful attack on our brave soldiers’
Royston Jones’ letter (Your Say, January 9) is a disgraceful attack on our brave soldiers. It displays a woeful ignorance of military training and a prejudiced view of recruitment.
To say that the Army is “preying on vulnerable teenagers”, and that the military are spying on teenagers who are “binge drinkers, social media addicts and gym fanatics” is not only absurd it is scurrilous and disgraceful.
The Armed Services inculcate: self-reliance, confidence, honesty, discipline and encourage a need to think before acting.
These are attributes that are also needed in civilian life.
He describes military training as “an abusive process designed to condition recruits to obey orders without question”.
He clearly is confusing military training with ultra left-wing government.
Presumably he would prefer soldiers faced with a serious threat to sit down and have a discussion about what to do!
This is ignorance personified.
His letter is a muddled tirade that betrays an astonishing ignorance of military life. But it tells us a great deal about Royston Jones.
He should be ashamed of his display of ignorance.
Colonel (retired)
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Thornton Cleveleys
Thank you Gordon, we wish you well!
The election is over, it’s a little quieter on the western front, the Tories had a landslide victory, I think the new MP for Blackpool South will do a good job.
But yes there is a but.
The outgoing MP Mr Gordon Marsden (pictured) was with us for ever, 22 years, he was an excellent MP, always on his feet in Westminster fighting for Blackpool and he helped many people with their problems, we should not forget that.
I would like to say thank you Mr Marsden and may I wish you well in the future.
Jill Brownhill
Knowsley Avenue
Left ignoring
threat of Iran
Time will tell whether the killing of Soleimani will prove to be ill-advised or not but it is clear that the ‘Corbynistas’, nationally and locally, have learned nothing from the General Election result when it comes to supporting our interests.
Iran is a totalitarian state but, far worse, it is a prolific exporter of terror operations and supporter of countless terrorist organisations hostile to the west and our allies.
The key figure in this has been Soleimani, who had the blood of thousands of people on his hands, not just western soldiers and citizens but countless Sunni Muslims.
This bloodshed has passed Corbyn and his supporters completely by.
They are so consumed with hatred of Donald Trump (and the West?) that one looks in vain for any recognition from them of the reality of Soleimani and Iran.
Instead they continue to give the benefit of doubt to our enemies.
Neil Cartwright
Don’t put up with bad service
Given how taxpayers had to subsidise the banks at the time of the global crash, the least we should expect, in return, is decent customer service and the retention of a local branch service.
If Boris Johnson has any sense, he will appoint a consumer champion to ensure that banks, and post offices for that matter, maintain certain standards of service, before it is too late.
Sam Vaughn
With privilege comes responsibility
Prince Harry and his wife wish to step back from royal duties, yet remain “royal” to enable them to earn money. How very convenient, cake and eat it springs to mind.
Don’t they realise, with privilege comes responsibility.
Peter Rickaby
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Nadine Coyle headlines St Patrick's Day Bongo's Bingo at Blackpool Tower
Nadine Coyle will appear at Blackpool Tower Bongo's Bingo on St Patrick's Day
Nicola Jaques
Published: 11:45 Monday 13 January 2020
Singer, songwriter and one fifth of one of the UKs former biggest girlbands Nadine Coyle will join Blackpool audiences for a big night on the social calendar Bongo’s Bingo St Patrick’s Weekend.
The Irish singer, who most recently appeared on I’m a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here will add an extra dose of magic across the fabled Guinness-infused shenanigans to be held at Blackpool Tower on Friday March 13.
Nadine, 34, who originally hails from Londonderry will be performing Girls Aloud classics during the show to fully rouse the crowds.
“Get ready for some amazing hands-in-the-air and singalong moments amid the bingo madness across the Paddy’s Day celebrations at the Blackpool Tower .”
Girls Aloud, comprising of Nadine, Sarah Harding, Nicola Roberts, Kimberley Walsh and Cheryl rose to fame in the early 2000s after winning reality talent show Popstars: The Rivals.
The band went on to notch up 21 UK top 10 singles and enjoyed global success before officially disbanding in 2013. Nadine moved to LA and set out on her solo career.
Bongo's Bingo returns to Blackpool
She joined the class of 2019 for the 19th series of I'm a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here and was the seventh camp mate evicted from the jungle.
Bongo’s Bingo has enjoyed sell-out success in the resort and remains one of the most popular party events on the calendar of the Tower.
Bosses are promising ‘bigger and better things’ from the 2020 show offerings.
A spokesperson said: “It’s a true escape from reality for a few hours where life’s worries and stresses can be left at the door, a fully inclusive and immersive wild ride for all.”
The crazy live show combined with heads-down game of bingo which takes place around the UK is now also enjoying success in Dubai, Australia, Ibiza and France.
The traditional and very much loved pastime is spun on its head and turned inside out again, and whilst bingo is still the very core of the show, players are plunged into a crazy few hours of pure escapism with rave rounds, dance offs and insane prizes from fluffy pink unicorns, Henry Hoovers, mobility scooters.
Tickets go on sale from 6pm Thursday January 9 on the Bongo’s Bingo app, then any remaining tickets from www.bongosbingo.co.uk
Doors open 6pm – first game starts 8pm.
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Branksome Hall Asia celebrates successful rollout of the 2019 Summer Series. This event was held between July 22 and August 2 and 230 local and international students participated in this unique experience.
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Darrell Clarke explains how he and the Bristol Rovers' owners want the club to develop their own players
18-year-old Luke Russe made his EFL debut for Bristol Rovers last week and the club is keen to promote more young players
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Bristol Rovers manager Darrell Clarke has been explaining how the club are looking to nurture the next generation of talent and bring them into the first team.
It is a vision shared by Rovers' owners too.
Last Saturday saw 18-year-old local lad Luke Russe make his EFL debut in the centre of the Rovers midfield, with the diminutive teenager turning in a performance which saw him rated as man of the match by Rovers fans on social media.
Rovers have a proud history of producing players, with academy graduates Ellis Harrison, Ollie Clarke and Chris Lines all maturing into integral parts of the Rovers first team.
With Russe's elevation, and with Rovers now possessing an expanding development squad, Clarke was asked if we could see more players make the step up soon.
"Chris [Hargreaves], Brian [Dutton] and Steve Mildenhall are doing a great job," explained Clarke, heaping praise on the development squad coaches.
Remembering Bristol Rovers' FA Cup adventure ten years on - upsetting Fulham, a future England international and penalty drama
Chris Hargreaves is in charge of the Rovers development squad
"We've brought in players on really low wages and had a right good go this year, Luke has been one of those standout performers. Cam Hargreaves has done well too, he's a similar sort of player.
"We have one or two players knocking on the door, and it's nice to be able to chuck them in [to the first team], and chuck them on in big games as well.
"I know it's something the owners are very keen to do here, to try and produce our own players. As long as they're good enough then they'll get the opportunity with me at times."
Clarke was also asked if it was difficult to keep Russe grounded now he's made his full league debut. Not that you can imagine Clarke as a manager who allows any players to get carried away.
"Luke hasn't really changed," smiles Clarke.
Bristol Rovers' play-off chances assessed and how Plymouth Argyle clash will define the season
Russe impressed on his EFL debut for Rovers last week
"I've watched a lot of the Under 23 games this year and he's been a standout player.
"He's not that lad at all [to get carried away]. He hasn't changed at all since I've seen him in the last couple of years, we've got high hopes for him like we have with one or two others."
With Tom Lockyer also spending time in Rovers' youth sides following a move from Cardiff at 16, Saturday saw four Rovers youngsters in the starting XI, and after the match, Clarke spoke on the subject.
"It's very good, the owners want to bring our players through and if they're good enough I'll play them in the team. Four through our system on the pitch, mixed in with some non-league lads and some experienced lads it's a good balance.
"That's why we've put the development squad there, to use at the right time."
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New Ad Twists From NBC
Revelations Marketing Banks on Cryptic Messages
By Jim Finkle
The Latin language doesn't usually pop up in New York City subway
stations or appear on outdoor wall projections in other big cities. But
“Omnium finis imminet,” a Latin phrase loosely translated as “The end is
near,” is cropping up everywhere—even in cryptic five-second TV messages
that fade in and out. Who is responsible? NBC. The network is in the early
stages of an unusual marketing campaign for Revelations, a tough show to sum up in a 30-second
spot.
Revelations, which premieres April
13, is a six-hour limited series that mixes elements from
The X-Files, The
Omen, Indiana Jones and The Da Vinci
The series stars Bill Pullman as a brilliant scientist/atheist and
Natascha McElhone as a devoutly religious nun who is convinced that the end of
the world is fast approaching. Together, they get caught in an adventure around
the world, fighting to stave off Armageddon.
“The subject matter is polarizing, but interesting to people at both
ends of the spectrum,” says Vivi Zigler, an SVP with The NBC Agency.
The show's ad blitz began in mid February, when NBC marketing
guerillas wrote the ominous phrase in chalk graffiti along riverbanks, trash
cans, outside buildings and on sidewalks in cities nationwide. They took photos
of their handiwork, then posted those images on the Internet.
NBC won't say how much it is spending on the campaign, but Chief
Marketing Officer John Miller says it is comparable to the budget for a typical
new series. According to industry estimates, that is anywhere from $5 million
to $10 million. Revelations' price tag was
higher than the average drama which costs $2 million an hour to produce.
ADS GETTING NOTICED
Although it is early in the promo cycle, people are noticing. NBC's
viral campaign is strategically akin to ABC's Lost and Desperate
Housewives.
These oblique promos have spawned tens of thousands of Internet
postings, as well as two mentions in The New York
Times. Bloggers posted the photos on hundreds of Web sites,
prompting vigorous debates over their significance.
While many online users suspected that the phrases must be part of a big
marketing campaign, few were able to connect the dots to NBC or
Revelations. On ChristianForums.com, there
has been an extensive discussion on how to translate the text into English.
After a failed attempt to get clues from the company that sells ad space
for the New York subway system, a blogger on DeadProgrammer.com commented,
“This is probably a 'guessing game' ad for the new
War of the Worlds movie or some stupid Sci
Fi Channel movie or series.”
The New York Times weighed in with a
March 5 article about subway ads that mentioned the Latin phrases in passing,
noting they were for Steven Spielberg's upcoming film,
War of the Worlds. (On March 9, the paper
issued a correction, noting that they were for Revelations.)
NBC is hoping the media will start covering the marketing effort after
March 14, when the network ratchets up its intensity. “It will feel like
you're pretty much surrounded in the subway,” says Zigler. “Once people
figure out what 'the end is near' means, they're a little curious,
perhaps a bit alarmed.”
ATTRACTING VIEWERS WHO IGNORE ADS
Ultimately, the carefully orchestrated effort is designed to attract
viewers who usually ignore ads. Traditional spots have become less effective as
they've become more ubiquitous, creating brand clutter in the minds of
consumers, says Jim Chabin, CEO of Promax, a group that advises media companies
on how to market their products. NBC's promotion for Revelations may represent the biggest unbranded
campaign of its type to date, he says.
“People are so overloaded with messages,” says Chabin. “The truth
is that, when you speak to them, you shouldn't even be talking about what you
are selling. You've got to open a dialogue first.”
Here are some key steps in the campaign to promote
Revelations. It kicked off in February, when
NBC started spreading the phrase “Omnium finis imminet.”
There will be a dramatic increase in the number of ads on the New York
subway system. They'll provide a little more information than the first
round, adding ambiguous photos from the show to keep the public mentally
engaged.
NBC will screen the pilot in New York and nine other cities to audiences
mostly recruited from college campuses, with a heavy concentration of students
interested in theology, philosophy, film and TV.
Promos will go up on NBC.com.
Promos will go up at Universal Studios theme parks in Orlando and
Hollywood.
Regal theatres will start running Revelations clips in ads that run before their
films.
Ads will start running in niche magazines, including
Scientific American and
Paranoia—The Conspiracy Reader. They will
also appear on Web sites, such as Belief.net and AintItCool.com.
EARLY APRIL:
The print-ad campaign will expand to mass-market publications like
People and Rolling
Stone. Frequent TV spots will run on NBC, USA, Sci Fi Channel and
The series will be advertised prominently on the Yahoo! home page,
inviting people to return to the site on April 13 to watch a six-minute clip
from the pilot.
New Shows, New Marketing
Innovative campaigns are seen as a crucial ratings booster
NBC Network
Revelations promo was wholly intriguing
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Martha Moves to the Front of the Line at NBC
Barry Wallach/NBC Universal
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1 Nov, 2018 By: Cadalyst Staff
▶ Backed by a New Big Brother, Bricsys Eyes a Bigger Piece of the Pie
Bricsys's pursuit of DWG-based CAD users will get a boost from an acquisition by Hexagon.
By Cyrena Respini-Irwin
Bricsys has always been a small company with big ambitions. Now, after 16 years of going it alone, the Belgium-based developer of BricsCAD will have the resources to support more of those ambitions — including greater penetration into the U.S. CAD software market. Hexagon, the multinational corporation that purchased Intergraph in 2010, has added Bricsys to its fold, the two companies announced this week.
Although there's a substantial size discrepancy between the two (Hexagon boasts some 19,000 employees, while the Bricsys count is closer to 200), the larger company won't be swallowing up the smaller. Bricsys will continue operations as its own division within Hexagon PPM (formerly Intergraph's Process, Power, and Marine division), and CEO Erik de Keyser will stay at the helm. "I'm not going anywhere," he declared, addressing attendees of the Bricsys 2018 conference this week in London.
Rick Allen, president of CADWorx and Analysis Solutions in Hexagon PPM, dismissed the possibility that the fiercely independent Bricsys will have to change its way of doing things as a result of the acquisition. "I don't like to fix what's not broken," he said, observing that there's "very little difference in philosophy" between the two companies and their approach to serving customers.
Acquisition Motivations
Bricsys has long focused on profitability over growth and devoted the greatest portion of its budget to software development, so there was little left for such luxuries as sales and marketing teams. Therefore, in order to expand his company's reach and build wider customer awareness, "we had to take huge, huge steps," explained de Keyser — either sacrificing R&D to build out its own sales and marketing capabilities, or joining forces with a better-equipped entity. And after a year and a half of talks, that resource-rich organization was revealed to be Hexagon.
"We have a large sales and marketing team in the U.S.," Allen said, referring to a primary market where Bricsys currently has little visibility. "The footprint of Hexagon in the U.S. — that's quite substantial," de Keyser concurred. He anticipates a "boost" in that market as awareness grows thanks to Hexagon.
For Hexagon, the acquisition of Bricsys means that "we're going back to where our roots started from," said Allen. He explained that Intergraph was founded as M&S Computing in 1969, and in its collaborations with NASA on missile guidance systems, "M&S Computing invented CAD." Read more »
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▶ Drones Help Small Team Tackle Big Campus Digitization Project
Skand's application of Bentley Systems reality capture technology provides RMIT University with a new view of its building facades and roofs.
At Bentley Systems' annual Year in Infrastructure conference, the infrastructure solutions developer honors its customers that have made innovative use of its software products in a variety of application areas. At this year's event, the award for Advancements in Reality Modeling went to Skand, a small Melbourne-based startup, for its digitization of the Brunswick campus of RMIT University.
Skand specializes in the inspection of building roofs and facades, using drones to collect visual or thermal information about their condition and heat output. Skand then creates a 3D model of each building and applies artificial intelligence (AI) to analyze the collected images and find defects. Users can access the results through a centralized, cloud-based viewing platform, and generate reports about the different types of defects, their relative importance, and specific location.
RMIT approached the company with the goal of creating a digital version of its campus. Skand cofounder Brett Chilton explained: "It was really important to [the university representatives] because we'd worked on a previous iteration of the project in a 2D orthophoto representation, and sitting down with them, they said … you wouldn't [believe] how many times we were able to use even the 2D orthophoto to share with contractors and people that wanted to get on their roofs and on their buildings, and how powerful it was for them to have that information without having to jump in a car or on a bus, on a train, to travel to the site to do site [reconnaissance] and actually view the campus."
At Bentley Systems Year in Infrastructure 2018, Brett Chilton explains how Skand creates 3D models of buildings from drone-collected imagery.
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Recently, Caliber’s branch in Little Rock, Arkansas partnered with the web series, Moving with the Military, to surprise one deserving military family with a home makeover. During the filming of the makeover, Maria Reed, founder of the Moving with the Military series, collaborated with the Little Rock Air Force Base (AFB) and conducted a Do It Yourself (DIY) community building project. A total of 25 military spouses came together to network and build rustic coat racks.
This was the perfect kick-off for Military May. As you may know, Congress declared May as National Military Appreciation Month in 1999. The entire month is set aside to express our gratitude to servicemembers and their families. Joe Gardner, Branch Manager with Caliber and Brittany Hahn Boccher, Caliber’s National Administrator for Military Engagement, assisted with the makeover.
More About Moving with the Military
Moving with the Military is a home improvement and lifestyle web series committed to helping military families turn houses into homes. They help families decorate, and get connected with their new community and get to know other military spouses. This web series gives America an inside peek into military life and the daily sacrifices these families face.
Moving with the Military’s DIY events are held nationwide and encourage military spouses to learn a new skill while fostering relationships that are vital to their mental wellness. These events encourage military spouses to problem solve, network, and feel empowered and motivated.
The first DIY event was so successful that the Little Rock AFB Chaplain decided to continue the effort. He asked for a community partner to help provide military spouses with the tools they need for future DIY events.
Caliber’s Joe Gardner answered that call. He sponsored 25 DIY tool belts for all 25 of the Little Rock AFB Military Spouses. His generous donation will not only equip the military spouses with the physical tools they need, but it will also help promote future DIY networking events.
As the father of an Army soldier that is currently deployed to Korea, Joe is always searching for ways to show his support. He knows first-hand the challenges and emotional toll that comes with having a deployed loved one. When asked why he answered the call to help, he responded, “I appreciate the families of all military personnel overseas, and feel honored to be able to help in some small way.”
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A New Moment
by Richard Barwell
I met two people from another part of the country today - and as it happened both were Jungians who spoke of a sense of isolation from the Jungian world where they live. I had a real sense of their pleasure when I spoke of the CJC and how through it I have a group of Jungian friends many of whom I have known for years and how we are able to share the language and attitudes involved and so easily. They said there were some Freudians around them but somehow that was not at all the same.
I have no doubt they will stay in touch with us, provided of course we can extend our hands in friendship by the various means we already have at our disposal and which we are further developing. That includes our website, the mailings we send out of our activities and of course the Chronicle. I told them about the DVDs and how we are on the verge of being able to ‘desktop’ these right to members computers which is sheer joy - I have done it and it really WORKS
It was as if I suddenly saw the Circle from the outside looking in. In a flash it dawned on me what an extraordinary resource we have created, between us, over the last 26 years and how we now have the capacity to reach out to others in the non-Jungian desert which surrounds us. It just seemed so, in the best sense cultured, that is about communication and meaning.
I asked what it was about the Jungian approach that they found valuable and missing in their area, they thought it was about symbolic expression and understanding and how imagery is so valuable, oh, and about a shared understanding of the profound connections of body, mind and soul. You just don’t get that in the normal run of things in everyday life.
It was just so heart-warming and deeply deeply meaningful like joining up the dots on a much larger picture than perhaps most of us ever dreamed of.
I was profoundly energised by the spontaneous laughter in the mutual pleasure of discovering like minds and, for me, in recognising my sheer luck in being so embedded in such a community.
Are you involved with, or a member of, another Jungian Group? We'ld love to hear more about it, if you are.
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Building India’s Model of Agent Banking
Shweta S. Banerjee
In a small town called Canning, about two hours away from Kolkata, India, I meet DK Sardar, a bank agent, and follow him to his village called Baheesh Shona on a dirt road that makes a journey of ten kilometers take thirty minutes. Sardar’s house is located on the arterial road within the village. Twenty-eight years old and a recent college graduate, he leads us inside his house where his father has just finished rolling hundreds of fresh bidis (small cigarettes) for sale. Along with small-scale farming, his family runs a bidi-making business. Sardar lays out a biometric device, a mobile phone, and his agent certification from the State Bank of India and explains that even though he enrolled a hundred people six months ago when he was first certified as an agent, the local bank branch has not yet made any of the accounts active.
As a result the initial queues of people lining up outside his house to open accounts have dried up. He has invested Rs 50,000 (about $1,000) to buy materials to build an office, and for the deposit he needed to pay for the equipment. Repeated visits to the bank branch by him and the affiliated company that provided him the equipment has not sorted this problem out yet.
CGAP, in collaboration with the College of Agricultural Banking, just completed a national survey, which captured the big picture on agents across the country. In India, the term customer service point (CSP) is used to refer to individuals who act as agents on behalf of banks. Business Correspondents (BCs) are companies that source and manage one or more CSPs on behalf of banks. The use of CSPs is still new in India although there are about 80,000 such points nationally. The recent expansion means most CSPs have been operating for less than 24 months. Eighty five percent are in rural areas and many in villages that are targeted under the national financial inclusion plan.
The survey focused on the value of this service to customers, and motivations for CSPs to work and continue working. A summary of survey results is being released through the attached PowerPoint presentation, developed by Greg Chen and Aimthy Thoumoung. Deeper analysis on the results will be made available later in August.
The survey results show that approximately one-quarter of CSPs are either unavailable or unable to transact – perhaps for reasons similar to ones Sardar encountered. About one-third of clients are limited to using one CSP. India is a bit different than other countries in that 30% of CSPs are roaming or “moving points” which has advantages and disadvantages which need to be understood better. The survey says that the time taken by CSPs to complete account opening paper work is reasonable, but account activation in many cases by BCs and Banks, like in the case of DK Sardar described above, is too slow. Most CSPs focus on single (often payments) product and do relatively little cross-selling.
Qualitatively, CSPs cite that the job provides an elevated status to them within their community, which is a significant boost to their motivation. However, data from the survey show that CSP income is low in most cases and may not be sufficient to maintain motivation. As Sardar pointed out, the primary reason for him to work as a CSP is getting an income. The second is providing a service to his community.
The challenges illustrated by Sardar’s story and the CSP survey are indeed the challenges of building an active, high quality network of CSPs. Quality needs to become a focus in government targets, contracts and performance metrics. Support to CSPs from BC Companies, and Banks, needs to be improved and made more consistent. And training, pay, regular visits and more reliable technology are needed.
As I leave Baheesh Shona village, Sardar points to the bricks he has bought to build his office, “I was hoping to earn Rs 10,000 ($200) per month but nothing has come through yet. I have no choice but to wait, since I have committed a lot of my family’s resources into this investment.”
Sardar’s story provides a window into India’s financial inclusion picture. There is strong will at the policy level, plenty of good ideas, robust demand for services, and motivation at the ground level to get the job done. But in the vast maze of India’s financial architecture, it is a challenge to implement the big ideas while keeping track of detail and quality. Agent networks are expanding rapidly in India but Sardar’s story and the CSP survey show that it’s more important to focus on building quality, rather than growth in the next phase of developing branchless banking in India.
-Shweta S Banerjee-
CSP Survey Results can be accessed here.
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13 August 2012 Submitted by Anonymous (not verified)
This analysis largely reflects the results from MicroSave’s extensive work on 20 agent networks across India using its Agent Assessment tool.
For MicroSave’s Policy Brief on the State of Agent Networks: http://www.microsave.net/sites/files/technicalBriefs/policybrief/PB_2_T…
Also watch the video where the business correspondent agents talk about the problems of business viability and insufficient business case: http://www.microsave.net/video/agent-network-assessments-in-india-in-co…
While the rural agents rarely see significant business, the urban remittance market can be profitable and becoming increasingly competitive. See: http://www.microsave.net/sites/files/technicalBriefs/policybrief/PB_3_B…
Also, watch the videos where the business correspondent agents talk about the various service providers offering remittances and what is important for the agents as well as the customers: http://www.microsave.net/video/remittance-video-part-i and http://www.microsave.net/video/remittances-the-evolving-competitive-env…
Hi Sweta!
At the very outset, lets accept the fact, that, this agent model, has addressed the access to basic financial banking services to doorstep, in locations, where, depositing/withdrawing Rs 100 incurred a cost of at least direct Rs 35-40.
Bus fare – Rs 10-20 (up n down)
Lunch/meal – Rs 10
Indirect Opportunity cost lost – Rs 100-150 (full day of wage is lost, and goes for travelling to nearby Bank branch)
So, the model, has at least given one unparalleled fact “Convenient Banking” to the clients, which was just unthinkable ten years back.
This agent model, needs to incorporate two basic facts :
2. Business sense (to be crude – profit)
We have seen, that a long queue in wee hours of business, at an agent location, sometimes, takes a toll on the agents main business. Why should have an agent break his head for dealing with clients for 10-15 min, and explaining him account opening formality and finally get just meagre .5-.8 % of transaction value.
Secondly, many Banks stipulate that the agent location can only cater to one Bank, kind of “clause of non compete”, which reduces any further chances of diversified cash flows.
Banks need to give these agents diversified product basket, an attractive commission structure, which makes business sense. Lets accept the fact, that , BC model was never started to achieve “scale”, but since the goals have changed mid way, with roaring success, accordingly, Government/Banks should make these agents, a proper shareholder of benefits. Lets not forget, that, agent save a hell lot of fixed cost to Banks (physical space).
Agents are the most trusted lieutenant in their areas among locals, so need of hour, is to incorporate some elements of “true business proposition” in this model, other wise, this will again remain a “half baked cake” in India Financial Inclusion oven.
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Home Reviews Hash Rush: A "Play to Earn" RTS - Alpha Gameplay Preview
By Tom Blackstone
Update 12/19/2019: Hash Rush has just released its long-awaited “Crystal Titan” update. As players attempt to build their colonies, they are now opposed by a Crystal Titan monster that tries to destroy everything they have built. The details of how this new game mechanic works are explained in a section below.
Hash Rush is a real-time strategy game in which the central goal is to mine crypto crystals. In the public release, it will include crypto rewards in the form of a token called RUSH Coin.
Hash Rush is currently in public alpha stage. We’ve played this game far enough to unlock most of the buildings. And in this article, we’ll report on what we’ve discovered.
We’ll also discuss future plans for Hash Rush and explain how the beta will differ from the current alpha build.
If you’ve wondered what playing Hash Rush is like, read on to find out.
Getting started with Hash Rush Alpha
To register for and install Hash Rush Alpha, a player must take the following steps.
Navigate to the official Hash Rush website, and click register on the alpha now.
Enter an email address, name, and a new password.
Put a check in the captcha box, then push the create a new account button. This should produce a message saying that the registration was successful.
Click the download link at the top of the screen to get to the download page.
In the upper-left corner of the screen, click Hash Rush launcher.
Once the file finishes downloading, it should open to the login screen.
From here, the player can enter his login credentials. The game will take a minute or two to index local files. Once it is done, the play button will become active.
Pressing play will open a configuration screen. This screen can be used to select graphics settings. Pressing play again will begin the game.
Hash Rush story
Hash Rush opens with a cinematic story.
A great tragedy has occurred in the Hermian Galaxy. A crypto crystal storm wiped out most races and societies. But the race that suffered the most was the Trinel, who experienced devolution.
There is still hope. You can help the Trinel by guiding the primitive Ernacks as they attempt to mine crypto crystals from deep beneath the surface of planets.
Hash Rush Alpha Gameplay
Hash Rush is a stock real-time strategy game. Players who have experienced Warcraft II, Starcraft, and other games in this genre will find that Hash Rush feels familiar.
Here are the main features of the current Hash Rush alpha build.
The controls for Hash Rush are highly intuitive.
Moving the mouse cursor off screen will cause the camera to move in the direction of the cursor. For example, the player can move the camera north by pushing the cursor above the screen.
Scrolling forward or backward with the mouse wheel causes the camera to zoom in or out. The entire planet can be viewed by zooming out to max.
Left-clicking on a unit or building selects it, while right-clicking causes the selected unit to move to that location.
Gameplay menu
The gameplay menu is in the lower-left corner of the screen. Here is what each of the menu options does.
Construction (M key)
This is the most used menu icon. A player can select any building to construct by first clicking this button.
Quests (U key)
This keeps track of all of the player’s quests. In our testing, we picked up a quest to investigate screams that came from the forest north of our base.
The developer of Hash Rush plans to add more quests in the future.
Challenges (C key)
This keeps track of the player’s active challenges. We did not encounter any challenges in our testing. But there will probably be some available in future builds.
Inventory (I key)
This keeps track of the player’s materials, including logs, planks, rough stone, stone blocks, food, fireflies, ore, and ingots. This information is also displayed in the upper-right corner of the screen.
Exchange (X key)
This allows the player to exchange materials with an in-game vendor (not other players). A player can exchange any amount of one material for any other material he wants. However, this must be done at a disadvantageous 3:1 ratio.
Marketplace (M key)
The marketplace allows players to buy and sell collectibles in exchange for RUSH Coin. In the current build, the only collectible available is the stock Ernack skin that players begin the game with.
Obviously, it makes no sense to buy this skin. But at least this does show off how the marketplace function will work in the public release.
The developer plans to create a variety of ERC-721 items that players will be able to trade.
Visit players (no hotkey)
If a player pushes this button from within the menu, it will allow him to visit the planets of other players. Some players may enjoy seeing the huge colonies built by others. Others may enjoy seeing how much worse off other players are.
Regardless of the reason, this button can be used to see the successes and failures of other players.
If a player does not want other players to be able to visit his planet, he can uncheck the “allow visitors” box to keep his planet private.
As with any RTS game, the principal method of achieving progress is to construct buildings. Here is a list of buildings and what materials and prerequisites are needed to construct them.
The game’s description states that this building can “forge essential tools.” This may be a prerequisite for more advanced buildings.
It costs 50 logs and 50 rough stone to build a blacksmith.
Ernack units are produced with the Voyager’s Bastion, the headquarters of the player’s colony. However, there is a cap on how many Ernack workers can be produced. Constructing huts increases this cap.
Each hut costs 60 logs and 30 rough stone.
Light Pole
A Light Pole can be used to illuminate an area within the Crystal Fog. Each Light Pole costs 30 logs and 30 fireflies.
Stockpile
As Ernack workers chop trees, catch fireflies, and gather other resources, the player will inevitably hit the cap on total storable materials. Constructing more stockpiles will raise this cap and allow the player to continue accumulating mats.
Each stockpile costs 75 logs and 60 rough stone.
A barracks allows the player to train four different types of soldiers: swordsmen, slingshooters, archers, and healers.
It takes one worker and approx. 60 seconds to train one combat unit. Having multiple barracks is often a good idea, as it allows the player to train soldiers faster.
Each barracks unit costs 150 logs and 60 rough stone.
Trogg Pit
This can be used to train two types of elite combat units: Ram Troggs and Boulder Troggs.
Each Trogg Pit costs 60 logs and 30 rough stone.
A blacksmith, smelter, and apothecary are prerequisites to building the Trogg Pit.
The Brewery is a prerequisite for the Apothecary. It costs 150 logs, 50 stone blocks, and 100 food to build a Brewery.
When manned by a worker, the Sawmill produces wooden planks. These cannot be gathered in any other way.
Each Sawmill costs 100 logs and 25 ore.
When manned by a worker, the Stonemason produces stone blocks. These cannot be gathered in any other way.
Each Stonemason costs 25 logs and 100 ore.
Crystal Mine
One of the main goals of the game is to produce Crystal Mines.
Crystal Mines produce Crypto Crystals. In future patches, these crystals will serve as the player’s “score” in Bounty Challenges. Players who rank high in these challenges will receive crypto and NFT prizes.
In later builds, players will also move to new planets when they extract all crystals from the current one. This process will result in additional crypto rewards.
Crystal Mines can only be placed on crystal nodes within the map. Each Crystal Mine costs 60 stone blocks and 60 wooden planks.
When a player accumulates a certain number of Crypto Crystals, he will hit his storable cap for them. The only way to raise this cap is to build Silos.
Each Silo costs 60 stone blocks and 60 wooden planks.
In future builds, the Apothecary will be used to craft items. Each Apothecary costs 60 logs and 30 rough stone.
The Apothecary cannot be built unless the player already has a Brewery.
In a future patch, stables will be used to produce battle mounts for soldiers. A Stables can be built using 90 wooden planks and 60 stone blocks.
The description for the Guard Tower states that it can disperse the Crystal Fog from a distance and repel invaders using a deadly ballista.
We did not encounter any invaders in the current build. But in future patches, Guard Towers will probably be needed.
A Guard Tower costs 30 fireflies, 30 wooden planks, and 90 stone blocks to build.
Hash Rush Crystal Titan update (New!)
When we first tried out Hash Rush, there were no difficult enemies for players to encounter. This made the tech tree progression seem to go by very quickly.
But on Dec. 2, the Hash Rush team implemented a new update called Rise of The Crystal Titan.
The intention of this update is to make the game more challenging and longer-lasting.
Phases of resistance
Under this update, players encounter the minions of the Crystal Titan as time goes by. These minions’ behavior is determined by the phase of resistance the game is in at the moment.
The developer claims there are five phases of resistance total. We were able to trigger three of them in our testing.
Phase 1. Harrasment – In the Harrasment phase, single units of enemy creatures will wander near the player’s structures and workers. If these units directly encounter workers, combat may occur.
However, these single monsters can be taken down by two or three of the player’s workers, so this phase isn’t too difficult to deal with.
Phase 2. Attack – In the Attack phase, groups of two or three monsters will attempt to destroy the player’s buildings.
If these monsters are not defeated, they can cause significant setbacks along the tech tree.
For example, if the player is trying to build a Trogg Pit, he may find that the enemies destroy his Apothecary and Smelter, forcing him to rebuild these structures before trying again.
In this phase, the player can swarm enemies with multiple workers. But this will result in at least some worker deaths and lost structures. Players need to have trained soldiers in this phase to prevent a significant setback.
Phase 3. Assault – In the Assault phase, large waves of monsters attack the player’s base in an attempt to destroy everything in sight. If the player sends his workers to fight the monsters, the workers will all be killed, and around 90% of the player’s structures will be destroyed.
The only way to successfully repel invaders during the Assault phase is with a group of 4-8 trained soldiers.
Phase 4. Crystal Base? – We were unable to trigger the fourth phase of invasion, but early blog posts from the developer mention a Crystal Base phase that occurs next. In this phase, a large base spawns on the other side of the planet.
The player must find this enemy structure and destroy it. Otherwise, enemies will continue to spawn until large numbers of player structures are destroyed.
Phase 5. Crystal Titan – If the player develops his economy well enough, he may enter the final, Crystal Titan, phase of resistance.
In this phase, a large boss monster called the Crystal Titan will appear on the planet. It will walk across the planet and attempt to enter the player’s base. If the Titan reaches the base, she will destroy every building and kill all workers and soldiers present.
Only a large army of well-trained soldiers will be able to defeat the Crystal Titan.
An icon at the top of the screen notifies the player as to which phase he is currently in.
Desert planet
If the player manages to defeat the Crystal Titan, he is transported to a new planet with completely different geography.
We don’t know whether this desert planet contains enemies that are more powerful than the forest one before it. But it definitely looks different.
Source: Hash Rush Medium blog
Overall, the new patch is a step up in terms of challenge and player progression.
Hash Rush Beta features (in development)
Hash Rush is currently in an alpha stage of development. Before the game moves into beta, the developer has promised to provide the following features.
Players will be able to acquire blueprints from completing Daily Quests and Bounty Challenges. Crafting materials will be hidden within the map.
Using these blueprints and materials, players will be able to craft unique items. The Marketplace will allow them to sell these items for RUSH Coin if they choose to.
The developer believes this feature is necessary in order to make Hash Rush “play to earn” instead of “pay to win.”
Even more planets
The developer plans to add even more planets over time.
Each time a player progresses to a new planet, he will be able to keep the in-game items he crafted on the previous one. And each new planet will bring increased rewards.
Bounty challenge
Bounty challenges will be player-vs-player contests that award crypto and NFTs. Players will compete to see who can mine the most crystals in a given period of time, and high-ranked players will earn rewards.
To finance further development, Hash Rush will include a store that sells cosmetic items and convenience items. The currency used in the store will be RUSH Coin.
Players who craft items or earn rewards in game will be able to sell these rewards for RUSH Coin. They will then be able to buy store items with RUSH Coin or sell the coins to others who may want these store items.
Hash Rush Alpha Review
The first time we played Hash Rush, we spent a couple of hours building structures and climbing the tech tree. It was clearly in an early stage of development. But we found that even this version was addictive…at least for a while.
We kept wanting to build more structures to get higher up the tech tree.
Eventually, we were able to obtain enough resources and prerequisites to build a Crystal Mine. However, we were unable to find a crystal node to place it on.
At that time, we felt that Hash Rush was compelling in the beginning but would have gotten stale quickly if we had continued to play for much longer. There were no strong threats on the map, so Hash Rush lacked the feeling of urgency found in games like Starcraft.
Now that this new Crystal Titan patch has been released, we’ve tried out the game again. We’ve found that Hash Rush has become a much more interesting game now that it contains tough enemies to fight.
We are looking forward to testing out Hash Rush again when new features are added such as crafting and an in-game marketplace.
Still, it shouldn’t be forgotten that this game is currently in alpha and does not yet have blockchain-backed items.
If you’re looking for a fully-built, blockchain-backed RTS, this isn’t it. In this case, you might want to try Crypto Wars, Caesar’s Triumph, or Ether Kingdoms instead.
But if you are willing to wait for crafting, blockchain tokens, and a decentralized marketplace to be developed later, you may want to try out Hash Rush now. It’s an engrossing RTS game even in its current alpha state. And the more advanced, blockchain features may be available soon.
We’ll be keeping an eye on this game as future builds are released. And when the beta goes live, we’ll play it again to see how it has changed. We’ll report on our findings here.
What do you think of the idea of a “play to earn” game? Let us know in the comments below!
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Villanova, Crieghton top two seeds.
The nation's premier Catholic conference, the Big East, already has two clear occupiers of the coveted number one and two seeds during the last week of season play.
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Keywords: NCAA, Divison 1, basketball, March Madness
LOS ANGELES, CA (Catholic Online) - Villanova University (RPI 4) currently leads the pack 14-2 in their conference, with a 26-3 record overall. Just two games remain in the Wildcats' season before the post-season tournament, both against opponents they have beaten previously.
On March 6 they will play Xavier University which they beat 81-58 back in Feb. 2, and on March 8 they will end their season with a home game against Georgetown University whom they beat back on Jan. 27 65-60.
The second big contender for a conference championship is Creighton University (RPI 8), which sits at 13-3 in conference and 23-5 overall for the season. They too have two games to wrap up their season, also against teams they have previously beaten.
On March 4, they will travel to Georgetown, which they beat 76-63 on Jan. 25. The Bluejays will wrap up its season against Providence on March 8. Their last match with Providence was on Jan. 18 but ended up a 68-81 loss.
Though the standings seem to favor Villanova, the team came away the worse for wear during their last two matchups against Creighton, with both games having more than a 20-point deficit. The Jan. 20 game was a 96-68 win for Creighton, who also dominated 101-80 on Feb. 16.
Xavier (20-10) is third with a 10-7 conference record and the March 6 game against Villanova will end their season.
Providence (19-10) and Marquette (17-12) are tied for fourth with 9-7 conference records, both teams will play March 4 to break their tied status. Providence is more likely to bump Xavier from third and will play Creighton on March 8, which they beat 81-68 during their last matchup. Marquette will play St. John's that same day, which beat them 75-59 on Feb. 1.
Eager to take over the fourth spot is St. John's University (19-11) who sit fifth with 9-8 in their conference. If Marquette loses both of its games, then St. John's will be able to compete with Xavier for the number four spot.
Georgetown (16-12, 7-9), Seton Hall (15-15, 6-11), DePaul (11-19, 3-14), and Butler-the only non-Catholic school in the conference-(12-16, 2-14) round out the last spots in order.
Georgetown has the roughest last two games. They play Creighton at 4 p.m. and Villanova March 8. Seton Hall will take on Butler for its final March 8 game; Butler beat Seton Hall 64-57 when they last met up. March 6 will also see Butler take on DePaul, their last match up was a 99-94 double overtime win for DePaul on Jan. 9.
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Imaging systems central to new cardiac unit
1-Jun-2015
InHealth's St Peter’s Cardiac Unit utilises Siemens technology to strive towards achieving centre of excellence
St Peter’s Hospital in Chertsey’s purpose-built Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratories are being showcased as a centre of excellence, with the help of an Artis zee ceiling-mounted and a floor-mounted imaging system from Siemens Healthcare.
The cardiac unit is a result of a partnership between InHealth and Ashford and St Peter’s Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, bringing the trust’s cardiac diagnostic facilities together under one roof. The unit has been making use of the system’s dose-saving applications that are delivered as standard with the Artis zee.
The unit houses two labs; the Artis zee ceiling-mounted system is used to assess the electrical activity and conduction pathways of the heart; and the Artis zee floor-mounted system is used to diagnose a range of heart conditions via angiogram procedures. Both labs are set up to undertake interventional procedures such as coronary angioplasty and rotablation.
“The installation of a ceiling-mounted and floor-mounted Artis zee shows the combined commitment from InHealth and Ashford and St Peter’s Hospitals NHS Trust to provide patients with the very best care," said Mimi Parker, service manager in the cardiac unit.
Ashford and St Peter’s medical director and cardiologist, Dr David Fluck, said: “This equipment has been very well received by the team who have been very impressed with it and found that the system is easy to use with a great range of functionality. One of our radiographers who had not used a Siemens system before said how comfortable he felt using the Artis zee.”
The Artis zee can be flexibly and swiftly positioned around the patient as it has a large flat detector and motorised C-arm. Furthermore, the Artis zee’s streamlined tableside control panel features intuitive syngo icons, providing the operator with increased functionality. The systems are also equipped with the latest Combined Applications to Reduce Exposure (CARE) features and CLEAR post processing technology, supporting excellent image quality at the desired dose.
“We are pleased to be able to support St Peter’s Hospital with state-of-the-art technology that will assist in the visualisation of arteries and chambers of the heart to treat any abnormalities,” said Andreas Hadjiphanis, regional sales manager at Siemens Healthcare.
“We have been in regular contact with the hospital to ensure installation and service commencement has been smooth and that swift benefits can be gained by both patients and clinicians.”
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'Super centres' set to replace outdated GP practices, conference hears
2-Feb-2015
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Speakers reveal need for integrated primary care facilities as it is revealed two thirds of buildings are below standard
Modern, state-of-the-art GP surgeries are vital to underpin the future of the entire NHS, a conference has heard.
Converted houses and old listed buildings will no longer provide a suitable environment for the delivery of first-class primary care services, according to speakers at the Latest Developments in Primary Healthcare Property conference in London last week.
Instead, the UK needs to invest in a new network of ‘super surgeries’ that will bring together single-handed GP practices and offer a much greater range of health and diagnostic services.
Conference chairman and managing director of The Healthcare Property Company, Paul Stacey, said: “This event is about reinforcing the fundamental importance of having updated, compliant premises for expanded community-based primary medical services.
We are having to spend a lot of money on improving buildings and at some point it becomes unviable to do that and impacts on the delivery of patient services
“Moving forward we need the ability to transfer some services currently provided in hospitals into GP surgeries and community settings. Fit-for-purpose premises are vital for this.”
The call for improvements to primary care facilities comes as data from the Royal College of GPs reveals that 543 surgeries are at risk of closure this year due to GPs retiring. A British Medical Association survey further shows that 40% of GPs admit their practices are not adequate for patient care, and 70% say their buildings are too small. Half of practices say they have not invested in improving or refurbishing their facilities in the past 10 years, and 60% say a poor environment means they cannot provide training.
“GPs have the wrong infrastructure for the new models of care being demanded,” said Adam Thompson, director of Primary Care Surveyors.
“We need to see a shift towards larger integrated practices. House conversions need to be replaced by larger, more modern surgeries. Maybe the overall floorspace within primary care may stay the same, but I expect it will be dispersed among fewer centres.”
Figures provided by leading estate agent, Savills, show two thirds of existing primary care facilities are GP-owned and 20% are owned by investors. Two thirds of these are sub standard and less than 50% are purpose built. A quarter are still occupied by single GP practices, and 40% will need replacing within the next five years.
Typical issues facing buildings include small consulting rooms, a lack of privacy, inefficient heating and lighting, outdated fixtures and fittings, non-compliance with the Disability Discrimination Act, and escalating maintenance costs.
“There is an awful lot of pent-up demand for new buildings,” said Savills’ director of healthcare, Andrew Surgenor.
Looking forward the focus is now on quality and personalisation of care and giving more power to clinicians and patients. It will mean the traditional model of single GP surgeries being replaced with multi services available under one roof in GP super centres
“We are having to spend a lot of money on improving buildings and at some point it becomes unviable to do that and impacts on the delivery of patient services.
“Looking forward the focus is now on quality and personalisation of care and giving more power to clinicians and patients. It will mean the traditional model of single GP surgeries being replaced with multi services available under one roof in GP super centres.
“We will be bringing together wide and complimentary care services in one-stop shops, including diagnostics and scanning, outpatient clinics, minor surgery, dentistry, physiotherapy, childcare and counselling services. We will also see consolidation of small GP practices currently in outdated accommodation.”
The conference heard there is hope for the sector, with the GP property market seen as a good investment opportunity for private companies, with niche corporates such as Assura, PHP and MedicX already active.
“The primary care market is seen as a safe haven,” said Surgenor. “Investors are attracted by the government-backed, long-term rental streams available. IPD returns are good, tenant default is rare, and there are long leases available, usually without breaks.”
Banks are also increasingly willing to lend to GPs and private sector investors. Steve Pratt, healthcare banking consultant at Lloyds Banking Group, told the conference: “Single-handed GP practices are a dying breed and there will be more mergers.
“Banks love GP surgeries and as such we have very, very good offers available.”
Lloyds currently offers 100% loans for GP surgery developments at some of the lowest interest rates ever.
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Smartwatch sales tumble, dragged down by Apple
Tue, Oct 25, 2016 - 7:21 AM
Global smartwatch sales slid 51.6 per cent in the third quarter, amid a steep decline for the Apple Watch ahead of its updated device, a market tracker said Monday.
[WASHINGTON] Global smartwatch sales slid 51.6 per cent in the third quarter, amid a steep decline for the Apple Watch ahead of its updated device, a market tracker said Monday.
The IDC survey said total smartwatch volumes were 2.7 million units, less than half the level of a year earlier. Apple, the largest smartwatch vendor, saw its sales down 71.6 per cent.
But IDC analyst Ramon Llamas said the decline is not as ominous as it appears - because many consumers were waiting for the new version of the Apple Watch and upcoming Android devices.
"The sharp decline in smartwatch shipment volumes reflects the way platforms and vendors are realigning," Mr Llamas said.
"Apple revealed a new look and feel to watchOS that did not arrive until the launch of the second generation watch at the end of September."
Mr Llamas added that Google's decision to hold back the Android Wear 2.0 operating system has also limited sales.
"Samsung's Gear S3, announced at (the trade show) IFA in September, has yet to be released. Collectively, this left vendors relying on older, aging devices to satisfy customers." Nonetheless, the market is showing limited growth, according to IDC.
"It has also become evident that at present smartwatches are not for everyone," said IDC analyst Jitesh Ubrani.
"Having a clear purpose and use case is paramount, hence many vendors are focusing on fitness due to its simplicity."
Despite its sharp sales drop, Apple maintained the top position with an estimated 1.1 million units sold and a 41 per cent market share, according to IDC. Apple does not release sales figures for its smartwatch.
Garmin was the number two brand with sales of 600,000 and a 20.5 per cent market share, followed by Samsung with 400,000 and a 14.4 per cent share, according to IDC.
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Amber Rudd, Philip Hammond, And David Gauke Are In Talks To Lead A New Political Grouping At The Next Election
One person with knowledge of the conversations described the group as a party in all but name.
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President Donald Trump receives a briefing Hurricane Dorian on Thursday August 29, 2019 inside the Oval Office. | The White House
After a briefing on Hurricane Dorian in the Oval Office on Thursday, President Trump warned it could be an “absolute monster” as weather experts urged Floridians to be prepared and take warnings seriously. Some churches said they were also poised to help with the devastation that could follow.
“We’re all working very, very hard on Hurricane Dorian," Trump said in a video address posted to Twitter shortly after announcing the cancellation of a trip to Poland due to the storm. "It’s been interesting because it looked like it was going to be a very small storm but we all got lucky, it missed Puerto Rico, it hit the Virgin Islands but not as bad as it could have.”
The entire state of Florida is now under a state of emergency and authorities urged residents to stockpile a week's worth of food and supplies to meet the impact of the hurricane that is predicted to hit the state as a Category 4 storm as early as Monday.
A satellite image of Hurricane Dorian about 505 miles east of the Northwest Bahamas on Friday August 30, 2019. | NOAA
In his Friday morning update, National Hurricane Center Director Ken Graham said from 8 p.m. Sunday through Monday night, Florida will start experiencing tropical storm force winds across the state.
“Tropical storm force winds mean it’s too dangerous to drive. It’s too dangerous to be on a ladder. It’s too dangerous to be outside holding plywood. In other words, you gotta start having things wrapped up,” he warned. “You have today, you have Saturday and you maybe have early Sunday. Take it seriously. Have your plan ready to go with everything that you need for a week just in case. You have your medicine. You have your supplies. Have all that ready to go in your plan.”
Some areas of the state, he said, could get up to 15 inches of rain while he said forecasts show 10-foot storm surges or higher.
While he still hopes Florida might get “lucky,” Trump noted in his address that experts have told him that Dorian will be at least as big as Hurricane Andrew that devastated Florida as a Category 5 storm in 1992.
“It really began to form, and form big, and now it’s looking like it could be an absolute monster. We’ve got the best people in the world ready and they’re gonna help you. We’re shipping food, we’re shipping water, but it may be you’re going to evacuate. We’re gonna see what happens,” Trump warned Floridians.
“It does seem almost certain that it’s hitting dead center and that’s not good," the president continued. "The winds seem to be building at a tremendous rate. It looks like the winds are going to be unbelievably high. We’re all ready and hopefully we’ll get lucky. But it looks to me like this time it’s heading in one direction. All indications are it’s gonna hit very hard and it’s gonna be very big. Somebody said ‘bigger, or at least as big as Andrew. And if you remember Andrew from many years ago that was not good. So just beware and be safe, and God bless you.”
And as residents braced for the storm, the Crisis Response Team at Decatur Church of Christ in Alabama said they are ready to help after Dorian makes landfall.
“We want to reach out and serve as much as we can, because we’ve been blessed. And being able to come together as this new congregation, the Decatur Church of Christ, we have even more resources than we’ve ever had, so we want to help more than we ever have," church member Cody Michael told WAAY 31. "We spent our whole week last week helping clean up here in Decatur after a bad storm. Now, we’re going to go out of state and try to help even more.”
Southern Baptist Disaster Relief told Kentucky Today that it has entered the initial stages of planning and readying their response for Dorian. The Florida Baptist Convention will also set up a command center at their Jacksonville headquarters, while the SBDR will have representatives at the Florida government's disaster response center.
"Florida Baptists are seasoned veterans at hurricane response," said Sam Porter, national director of SBDR for Send Relief, told the publication.
"They will be ready, and Southern Baptists from all over our nation will be involved in the response. ... We have been in preparation mode all week long, and now SBDR and Send Relief are preparing our emphasis for wherever Dorian strikes. We will continue monitoring the storm throughout the weekend," Porter added.
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All The Self-Love Anthems That Came Out In 2018
We've got 'Thank U, Next' on loop, of course.
by Lily Grace Tabanera | Nov 17, 2018
PHOTO: (LEFT) YouTube/BLACKPINK, (RIGHT) YouTube/CarlyRaeMusic
We could all do with empowering anthems filled with lyrics about self-love and self-appreciation, right? This year's been a good one for new tracks that tackle this topic! Here, a list of songs from your favorite artists that speak about lovin yo'self and who you are:
ICYMI, "Thank U, Next" is a self-empowerment song that mentions many of Ariana's past relationships. She references four of her previous exes: Big Sean, Ricky Alvarez, Mac Miller, and Pete Davidson. Ari emphasizes self-love in the second verse, where she says that she's started spending more time with her friends and "someone else"— herself! Go, Ari!
Lyrics to remember: She taught me love/ She taught me patience/ How she handles pain/ That shit's amazing
"Party For One" by Carly Rae Jepsen
This track celebrates self-time and self-appreciation! Even though the song starts out with Carly Rae Jepsen singing about someone she's trying to get over with, "Party For One" highlights getting back on one's feet and ultimately just loving yourself and your time alone.
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Lyrics to remember: Party for one/ If you don't care about me/ I'll just dance for myself/ Back on my beat
"Solo" by BLACKPINK's Jennie
In her first ~solo~ track, Jennie Kim sings about freeing herself from a romantic relationship that's really toxic. She also talks about believing in herself, even saying that she's a GOAT (Greatest Of All Time) sitting on her throne!
Lyrics to remember: You're sittin' on your feelings/ I'm sittin' on my throne/ I ain't got no time for the troubles in your eyes/ This time I'm only lookin’'at me, myself and I
"Woman Like Me" by Little Mix
This female-empowering single from British girl group Little Mix asks whether a man could fall in love with a woman who isn't the stereotypical "good girl." It tells us that being our own person is more important!
Lyrics to remember: And every time we touch, boy, you make me feel weak/ I can tell you're shy and I think you're so sweet/ Spending every night under covers and/ Still I wonder, could you fall for a woman like me
"Perfect To Me" by Anne Marie
In the music video for this track, different people describe their own definition of "perfect," with some focusing on their physical appearance and some exploring the idea of feeling, rather than looking, perfect. Anne Marie herself says, "Right now, the meaning of perfect to me is being different. Being different from everyone else in the world. I just think that's beautiful."
Lyrics to remember: Love every single part of my body/ Top to the bottom/ I'm not a supermodel from a magazine/ I'm okay with not being perfect
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Couple's cross-cultural boutique
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West African immigrants played a pivotal role in the rejuvenation of the 116th Street area by opening restaurants, stores and other types of businesses. Pressured by rising rents, the community is now struggling to find sufficient space for worship services.
Organic and biodynamic wines are on offering at Harlem Winery.
Ibrahima and Fatima Doukoure quit corporate jobs to run their boutique, Bebenoir. Inspired by the couple's native continent, the shop appeals to an upwardly mobile clientele while reflecting 116th Street's history and culture.
Henry Calderon runs Calderon Accountant & Tax Services, which his grandparents started in 1941 as a travel agency and driving school.
Whistle a few bars of a salsa song and Vincent Barreiro will grab the CD off the shelf at Casa Latina.
Some 20 years ago, Francisco Garcia opened the first Mexican food store in East Harlem. Today, an array of businesses offering similar products has created stiff competition in the neighborhood, which has taken on a decidedly Mexican flavor.
Cuban native Heriberto Bello borrowed $20,000 in 1961 to open Cuchifritos 116.
The real estate arm of the Malcolm Shabazz mosque has partnered on some of the area's major developments.
The Mexican population in East Harlem quadupled between 1990 and 2000, and taquerias now abound.
Young people take in the East 116th Street vibe.
A community garden flourishes near Morningside Park .
: Once-derelict Morningside Park has undergone a makeover.
A one-time home-based baking business now has two prominent Harlem locations.
The First Corinthian Baptist Church is located on the site of the former Regent Theatre, which opened in 1913.
A mural on 116th Street, near Lenox Avenue.
Ibrahima and Fatima Doukoure started Bebenoir in 2004. At the time, he worked as an account representative at Mediterranean Shipping Co., and she was in advertising sales at Nielsen. The salaries and benefits were welcome, but Mr. Doukoure had always longed to start his own fashion line. At friends' urging, the couple decided to follow that dream.
Their first product was a brown T-shirt with the message “Born In Africa” written across the front. The two kept their corporate jobs and spent weekends “driving around and begging people to buy the shirts,” Ms. Doukoure says.
Customers wanted more, and the Doukoures spent their life savings converting a space they called a “dump” on Frederick Douglass Boulevard near 116th Street into a home for their business, which they expanded to include women's apparel and accessories, and menswear.
Last year, Mr. Doukoure exhibited his line at an African fashion week event in Johannesburg and garnered an international following.
The downturn forced the couple to cut back the Bebenoir line and to carry less expensive brands. Mr. Doukoure quit his job to focus on the store. Ms. Doukoure was laid off from Nielsen shortly after. Rather than look for another position, she put her marketing skills to use, peddling the Bebenoir line to major retailers, including Bloomingdale's and Searle.
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They built a workshop in the store's basement and began producing their own merchandise; the designs for the third anniversary fashion show were the first made on-site. The Doukoures plan to travel to Mali and Senegal this winter with the goal of setting up training schools to teach West Africans clothing production. Their dream: to have Bebenoir's line made in Africa and sold worldwide.
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FCC Considering Partial Grant of Regulatory Forbearance for Incumbent Carriers
By Denise Smith on April 9, 2019
Posted in Federal & State Regulatory
Among the items being considered at the upcoming April 12, 2019 Federal Communications Commission (“FCC” or “Commission”) open meeting is possible regulatory forbearance of certain legacy regulatory and structural requirements applicable to Bell Operating Companies (“BOCs”), price cap local exchange carriers (“LECs”), and independent rate-of-return carriers (“RoR carriers”). Acting on a nearly year-old USTelecom petition, the FCC’s draft Memorandum Opinion and Order (“Order”) proposes to forbear from enforcement of three regulatory requirements: (i) that independent RoR carriers offer in-region long distance service through a separate affiliate (“structural separations”); (ii) that BOCs and price cap LECs do not discriminate in service provisioning intervals and that they file special access provisioning reports; and (iii) that BOCs provide nondiscriminatory access to poles, ducts, conduits, and rights-of-way (collectively, “pole attachments”). However, the draft Order declines to decide on USTelecom’s request for forbearance from certain network unbundling and resale requirements. The Commission’s deferral on the unbundled network elements (“UNE”)/resale issue is not surprising in light of the significant industry and consumer opposition to this aspect of USTelecom’s petition. With the exception of the few comments supporting USTelecom’s petition, the vast majority of comments were relatively silent regarding the other forbearance requests. If adopted, the draft Order will be effective upon release.
Register for the 10th Annual USF Update Webinar on March 6th
By Steve Augustino, John J. Heitmann, Denise Smith, Bradford Currier & Avonne Bell on March 5, 2019
Posted in Enforcement, Investigations & Audits, Federal & State Regulatory, Litigation, Universal Service Fund
Back for its 10th year, our most popular webinar offers an in-depth discussion on the federal Universal Service Fund for participants in USF programs and for contributors to the Fund. This webinar will address major developments in the four support funds and discuss the pressures on the USF contribution system in an era of 20% contribution rates. In addition, as usual, we will offer tips and insights into managing audits and investigations in these highly scrutinized programs.
FCC Enforcement Update Podcast: 2018 Year in Review
By Steve Augustino & Bradford Currier on January 22, 2019
Posted in Enforcement, Investigations & Audits, Federal & State Regulatory, Universal Service Fund
In this edition of Full Spectrum’s recurring series on FCC enforcement, Partner Steve Augustino and Associate Brad Currier highlight some of the major developments in FCC enforcement in 2018 and discuss potential next steps in the year ahead.
Part one of this episode focuses on the big picture in 2018 and the FCC’s use of…
What to Expect at the FCC’s August 2017 Open Meeting
By Communications Practice Group on August 1, 2017
Posted in Enforcement, Investigations & Audits, Federal & State Regulatory, Universal Service Fund, Wireless
Below is Kelley Drye’s preview of the items under consideration at the Federal Communication Commission’s (FCC’s or Commission’s) upcoming monthly Open Meeting, to be held on August 3, 2017. Consistent with the trend since he took over the Commission, Chairman Ajit Pai continues to schedule a large number of items. Indeed, for the seventh month in a row, the Commission has six or more items on its agenda. This month, the agenda consists of eight items and has several items taking concrete steps to resolve proceedings or important questions presented to the Commission. The areas covered skew heavily toward broadband deployment, with a CAF Phase II item, a Mobility Fund item and several spectrum items. In addition, the Commission again has enforcement items on the agenda: one (unidentified) item on the regular agenda and a one-item consent agenda involving an additional (unidentified) enforcement action.
The most significant agenda items are summarized below. Note: these brief summaries are based on draft items, which may differ from the final items released following the Open Meeting. Please check with Kelley Drye after the meeting for more information on the items below.
Commissioner O’Rielly Again Targets Pirate Broadcasters and Their Supporters to Walk the Enforcement Plank
By Bradford Currier on July 25, 2017
Posted in Enforcement, Investigations & Audits
Commissioner Michael O’Reilly called for stronger enforcement action to combat unauthorized “pirate” radio broadcasters in a statement before the Communications and Technology Subcommittee of the House Energy and Commerce Committee on July 25, 2017. The Commissioner’s recommendations came during the Subcommittee’s hearing on draft legislation to reauthorize the Federal Communications Commission (“FCC”). While the reauthorization bill does not focus on pirate enforcement and the issue normally is seen as non-controversial, it is a longstanding priority for the Commissioner. In his statement, Commissioner O’Rielly not only advocated for increased fines against pirates, but also penalties against third parties that support pirates, such as building owners housing pirate stations or pirate station advertisers. While it remains unlikely that the recommendations will result in near-term legislative action, Commissioner O’Rielly’s statement sends a clear message that pirate broadcasters and their supporters remain in his enforcement crosshairs.
FCC (Again) Takes to Bully Pulpit to Urge Network Reliability “Best Practices” to Combat Service Outages
By Steve Augustino & Bradford Currier on July 14, 2017
On July 12, 2017, the Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau (“Bureau”) of the Federal Communications Commission (“FCC”) issued a Public Notice encouraging communications service providers to implement certain “best practices” to avoid major service disruptions. The Bureau’s recommendations come on the heels of recent major service outages caused by minor changes to service providers’ network management systems that knocked out 911 service. These service disruptions are known as “sunny day” outages because they are not caused by weather-related issues or other disasters, but rather internal network management failures due to faulty software or botched upgrades. The Bureau’s recommendations serve as a warning to service providers, but do not (at this time at least) have an enforceable effect on providers.
FCC Provides Guidance on Inability to Pay Analysis in Enforcement Actions; Significantly Reduces Slamming/Cramming Penalty
By Steve Augustino & Bradford Currier on April 28, 2017
Posted in Enforcement, Investigations & Audits, Federal & State Regulatory
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) reduced the penalty assessed against a long distance carrier by over $6 million in a Forfeiture Order issued earlier this week, after the carrier demonstrated an inability to pay the proposed fine. In doing so, the FCC provided rare insight into how it assesses inability to pay claims raised by enforcement action targets and balances such claims against other forfeiture adjustment factors. The Forfeiture Order provides the most recent detailed guidance about how a company’s finances can impact the FCC’s forfeiture analysis, but offers little comfort to low-margin businesses with limited net revenues.
Client Advisory: Congress Repeals FCC 2016 Privacy Order via Congressional Review Act
By John J. Heitmann & Steve Augustino on April 4, 2017
Posted in Broadband, Enforcement, Investigations & Audits, Privacy
On April 3, 2017, President Trump signed into law a Congressional joint resolution eliminating new broadband and voice privacy rules set forth in a November 2016 order (the 2016 Privacy Order) by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) (the Joint Resolution). Members of Congress largely voted along partisan lines. The House approved the Joint Resolution by a 215-205 vote and the Senate approved it by a 50-48 vote.…
A Change of Pace? Pirate Radio Actions Signal A Possible Shift to Accelerated Issuance of Forfeiture Orders
By Steve Augustino on February 24, 2017
On Thursday, February 23, 2017, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) issued a pair of forfeiture orders against pirate radio operators. Each was subject to a $25,000 fine for allegedly continually operating unlicensed radio stations in violation of Section 301 of the Communications Act. …
FCC Issues First Commission-level Consent Decree Order Since Removing Authority from Enforcement Bureau
By Steve Augustino & Avonne Bell on February 22, 2017
On February 15, 2017, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) issued its first Commission-level consent decree since Chairman Pai’s process reform measure, discussed in our earlier blog post, which removed the Enforcement Bureau’s (Bureau) power to settle monetary enforcement actions originally issued by the FCC. Settlement of this matter had been in the works for some time so one should not draw too many conclusions about what the FCC’s priorities will be going forward. There are, however, some differences in this Consent Decree when compared with the Bureau’s approach under the leadership of Travis LeBlanc that are worthy of note.
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John Walsh: The regulatory architect
2019-05-07T12:57:00+01:00By Joe Mont
From helping establish the SEC’s Office of Compliance Inspections and Examinations to his more recent legal career, John Walsh has had a front-row seat to the evolution of compliance.
Mary Shirley: The great empowerer
2019-05-07T12:57:00+01:00By Erin Lynch
Her compliance career has been (literally) all over the map, but Mary Shirley remains fixed on a few key principles: aiming high, helping colleagues advance their careers, and making compliance sexy.
Chuck Senatore: The creative influencer
2019-05-07T12:57:00+01:00By Barbara Boehler
Fidelity’s Chuck Senatore has learned something from his 22 years of experience as a compliance officer: It’s all about teamwork, the ability to influence, and innovation.
Steven Pearlman: The whistleblower’s ally
2019-05-07T12:56:00+01:00By Neil Hodge
When it comes to tackling whistleblower cases, Steven Pearlman has the skills, expertise, and legal acumen “in spades.”
Matthew Pachman: The phoenix
The secret to rebuilding corporate culture after a scandal? It involves the people left behind.
Jim Massey: The life coach
2019-05-07T12:55:00+01:00By Jaclyn Jaeger
As a sustainability leader and a fighter for equal access to healthcare, Jim Massey doesn’t just talk the talk; he walks the walk. “It’s about doing the right thing all the time,” he says.
Leo Mackay, Jr.: The compliance commander
2019-05-07T12:55:00+01:00By Tammy Whitehouse
The former Navy pilot brings military tenets into business ethics and compliance.
Fabiana Lacerca-Allen: The crisis queen
2019-05-07T12:55:00+01:00By Dave Lefort
Three kidnapping attempts, including one at the age of six, have taught the Argentina native how to stay calm in the face of a crisis.
Stephen C. King: The intrepid investigator
In an effective, disarming style, this Top Mind is using investigations to guide compliance, not just club noncompliance.
Lynn Haaland: The compliance compass
2019-05-07T12:54:00+01:00By Kyle Brasseur
“Super determined and tough” are two traits that propelled Lynn Haaland in her multifaceted role at PepsiCo and will continue to aid the compliance practitioner as she seeks new challenges.
Colleen Dorsey: The pragmatist
Colleen Dorsey’s experience as counsel for Land O’Lakes has taught her what goes into the role of successful CCO.
Stephanie Davis: The culture converter
Leading a team effort to weather the scandal caused by “Dieselgate” is just part of the path forward envisioned by Volkswagen Group of America Chief Ethics and Compliance Officer Stephanie Davis.
Compliance Week is thrilled to announce its Top Minds Class of 2019, a group of 12 of the brightest stars of the compliance community whose achievements are dwarfed only by their personal integrity and dedication to ethics.
Bob Bowman: The quality king
For the director of risk management for one of the largest restaurant chains in the country, the recipe for success starts with “doing the right thing.”
Jerry Kral: The ethics entrepreneur
Jerry Kral’s compliance and ethics success is distilled from a gut-instinct approach and value-add mindset.
Forrest Deegan: The great collaborator
When Forrest Deegan joined Abercrombie & Fitch Co. in 2012 as its first-ever director of compliance, he never could have imagined the many unexpected twists and turns that would come his way.
David Huntley: The compliance innovator
As the head of compliance at AT&T, David Huntley innovates plenty of different ways for people to reach out to each other and keep open lines of communication regarding risk and integrity.
Ben Bard: Crusader of compliance
When Ben Bard was brought on as Archer Daniels Midland’s global CCO in 2014, it wasn’t just he who was embracing a new opportunity; it meant a fresh start for the company, as well.
Cédric Dubar: The top gear
2018-04-24T14:30:00+01:00By Bill Coffin
Cédric Dubar took his legal background and passion for corporate social responsibility and crafted a career driving meaningful change at some of the world’s biggest companies.
Kathryn Murtagh: The endowment overseer
For Kathryn Murtagh, managing director and chief compliance officer at Harvard Management Company, handling myriad compliance concerns of Harvard’s financial management arm takes a special kind of vision and commitment.
Kim Yapchai: The role model
At Tenneco, Chief Ethics and Compliance Officer Kim Yapchai is building on years of experience to strengthen the company’s global compliance program.
Cindy Moehring: The catalyst for change
Cindy Moehring, Walmart’s head of compliance, runs a program as ambitious as Walmart itself, requiring diligence, innovation, relatability, and the courage to make hard calls.
Indrani Franchini: The champion of culture
For almost 20 years, Indrani Franchini has made a career out of getting to know the industry she is in, creating business relationships that build value and driving cultural change.
Pedro Castro Nevares: The sports pioneer
Navigating crisis with compliance, Pedro Castro Nevares helps Torneos remain in business. Tammy Whitehouse talks with Nevares about his duties at the sports communications firm.
Carrie Di Santo: The trusted adviser
Carrie Di Santo has built a compliance career by offering practical solutions that don’t just tell people “no,” but demonstrate how to do business safely and with integrity.
Nancy Jardini: The legal mind
Nancy Jardini’s experience in public interest roles has uniquely prepared her for her most challenging—and rewarding role—leading compliance and ethics for mortgage financing giant Fannie Mae.
Rob Easton: The crossover expert
Robert Easton’s experience as a regulator and among the regulated gives him a keen understanding of the special compliance needs facing the insurance market.
Michael Hershman: For the love of the game
International Centre for Sport Security CEO Michael Hershman’s biggest challenge is bringing honesty and transparency to the world of professional sports.
Kurt Drake: The integration master
Before joining Kimberly-Clark as its chief ethics and compliance officer in 2016, Kurt Drake already had more than 20 years of global ethics and compliance and finance experience.
Mary Gentile: The practical ethicist
Mary Gentile is one of the ethics field’s most renowned educators for her results-based ethics training that doesn’t ask: “What is the right thing to do,” but rather: “How do we get the right thing done?”
Peter Driscoll: The risk detective
Under Peter Driscoll’s lead, the SEC Office of Compliance Inspections and Examinations uses a risk-based approach to fulfill its mission to promote compliance with U.S. securities laws.
Mara Davis: The media mind
As the chief of compliance for one of the world’s biggest media companies, Mara Davis has taken a communications-based approach to building a strong code of business conduct and cultivating a stronger speak-up culture.
Sean X. McKessy: King of the whistleblowers
Sean McKessy spent several years at the SEC building its whistleblower protection program, putting in place an incentive program for paying whistleblowers, and creating a new way for the SEC to break cases.
Cindy Fornelli: The auditor’s CCO
Cindy Fornelli leads the Center for Audit Quality, acting as chief compliance officer and stressing the importance of truly proactive and strategic compliance efforts for audit, rather than a check-the-box mentality.
Richard Bistrong: The great communicator
Richard Bistrong, CEO of Front-Line Anti-Bribery, is one of the compliance world’s most outspoken voices on how companies can build better and more ethical businesses.
Brian Beeghly: The change agent
Brian Beeghly uses his experience in building better ethics and compliance programs to create technology solutions that could be at the forefront of changing the discipline of compliance itself.
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Contactpoint to be disconnected today and deleted in eight weeks
The Contactpoint database of UK children is being turned off today, 10 years after the idea was introduced by the Labour government.
The database was...
Rebecca Thomson, Computer Weekly
Published: 06 Aug 2010 11:19
The database was built following the Lord Laming inquiry into the death of Victoria Climbie, an eight year old who was killed by her aunt and her aunt's boyfriend.
It was launched last year and has since been dogged by security and privacy issues.
The aim was to give care workers access to information on who else had worked with a child - be it health workers, police or social workers. The plan was to improve communication between the different agencies to avoid another case like the Climbie tragedy, where communication was a problem.
But the coalition government says a national database of every child in the UK is not the best way to achieve the aim. The Department for Children, Schools and Families said, "Ministers do not believe that a database which holds details of all children in England and which is accessible to hundreds of thousands of people is the right way to help vulnerable children."
Some councils have already started implementing their own local systems that do a similar job, and the national database will be switched off at noon today.
The government says it is "exploring the practicality of a national signposting approach", which would help a limited group of practitioners to find out whether a colleague elsewhere is working or has worked with a vulnerable child.
The government has maintained a limited version of the database since in came into power, but from now on it will not be available to staff after network connections are disconnected today. Decommissioning will take longer, and the database will, according to director of children's services Tom Jeffery, be permanently deleted in eight weeks' time.
The department said it will be providing funding for councils to cover the costs of maintaining and shutting the database.
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Representative Dave Camp (1953 - )In Congress 1991 - 2015
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Michigan 4 House: 103rd-113th (1993-2015)
Michigan 10 House: 102nd (1991-1993)
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1. H.R.2203 — 113th Congress (2013-2014) To provide for the award of a gold medal on behalf of Congress to Jack Nicklaus, in recognition of his service to the Nation in promoting excellence, good sportsmanship, and philanthropy. Sponsor: Rep. Tiberi, Patrick J. [R-OH-12] (Introduced 05/23/2013) Cosponsors: (304) Committees: House - Financial Services | Senate - Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Latest Action: 12/16/2014 Became Public Law No: 113-210. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:
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2. H.R.627 — 113th Congress (2013-2014) National Park Service 100th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Act Sponsor: Rep. Paulsen, Erik [R-MN-3] (Introduced 02/13/2013) Cosponsors: (307) Committees: House - Financial Services | Senate - Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Latest Action: Senate - 04/30/2014 Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:
3. H.R.324 — 113th Congress (2013-2014) To grant the Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to the First Special Service Force, in recognition of its superior service during World War II. Sponsor: Rep. Miller, Jeff [R-FL-1] (Introduced 01/18/2013) Cosponsors: (326) Committees: House - Financial Services; House Administration | Senate - Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Latest Action: 07/12/2013 Became Public Law No: 113-16. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:
4. H.R.5817 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Eliminate Privacy Notice Confusion Act Sponsor: Rep. Luetkemeyer, Blaine [R-MO-9] (Introduced 05/17/2012) Cosponsors: (43) Committees: House - Financial Services | Senate - Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Latest Action: Senate - 12/13/2012 Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:
5. H.R.2527 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) National Baseball Hall of Fame Commemorative Coin Act Sponsor: Rep. Hanna, Richard L. [R-NY-24] (Introduced 07/14/2011) Cosponsors: (296) Committees: House - Financial Services; Budget | Senate - Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Latest Action: 08/03/2012 Became Public Law No: 112-152. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:
Array ( [actionDate] => 2011-10-26 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 416 - 3 (Roll no. 812).(text: CR 10/25/2011 H7030-7031) [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House )
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6. H.R.2421 — 111th Congress (2009-2010) Mother's Day Centennial Commemorative Coin Act Sponsor: Rep. Capito, Shelley Moore [R-WV-2] (Introduced 05/14/2009) Cosponsors: (291) Committees: House - Financial Services | Senate - Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Latest Action: Senate - 05/06/2010 Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:
7. H.R.1327 — 111th Congress (2009-2010) Iran Sanctions Enabling Act of 2009 Sponsor: Rep. Frank, Barney [D-MA-4] (Introduced 03/05/2009) Cosponsors: (257) Committees: House - Financial Services | Senate - Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Latest Action: Senate - 10/15/2009 Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:
Array ( [actionDate] => 2009-10-14 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 414 - 6 (Roll no. 776).(text: CR 10/13/2009 H11191-11192) [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House )
8. H.R.1243 — 111th Congress (2009-2010) To provide for the award of a gold medal on behalf of Congress to Arnold Palmer in recognition of his service to the Nation in promoting excellence and good sportsmanship in golf. Sponsor: Rep. Baca, Joe [D-CA-43] (Introduced 03/02/2009) Cosponsors: (302) Committees: House - Financial Services | Senate - Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Latest Action: 09/30/2009 Became Public Law No: 111-65. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:
Array ( [actionDate] => 2009-04-28 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 422 - 1, 1 Present (Roll no. 210).(text: CR H4857-4858) [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House )
9. H.R.1209 — 111th Congress (2009-2010) Medal of Honor Commemorative Coin Act of 2009 Sponsor: Rep. Carney, Christopher P. [D-PA-10] (Introduced 02/26/2009) Cosponsors: (302) Committees: House - Financial Services | Senate - Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Latest Action: 11/06/2009 Became Public Law No: 111-91. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:
Array ( [actionDate] => 2009-05-14 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR 5/13/2009 H5531-5532) [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House )
10. H.R.5872 — 110th Congress (2007-2008) Boy Scouts of America Centennial Commemorative Coin Act Sponsor: Rep. Sessions, Pete [R-TX-32] (Introduced 04/22/2008) Cosponsors: (296) Committees: House - Financial Services | Senate - Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Latest Action: 10/08/2008 Became Public Law No: 110-363. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:
11. H.R.2268 — 110th Congress (2007-2008) Mother's Day Centennial Commemorative Coin Act Sponsor: Rep. Capito, Shelley Moore [R-WV-2] (Introduced 05/10/2007) Cosponsors: (297) Committees: House - Financial Services | Senate - Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Latest Action: Senate - 06/11/2008 Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:
12. H.R.1400 — 110th Congress (2007-2008) Iran Counter-Proliferation Act of 2007 Sponsor: Rep. Lantos, Tom [D-CA-12] (Introduced 03/08/2007) Cosponsors: (325) Committees: House - Foreign Affairs; Ways and Means; Financial Services; Oversight and Government Reform; Judiciary | Senate - Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee Reports: H. Rept. 110-294 Latest Action: Senate - 09/26/2007 Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:
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13. H.R.406 — 110th Congress (2007-2008) Alice Paul Women's Suffrage Congressional Gold Medal Act Sponsor: Rep. Baca, Joe [D-CA-43] (Introduced 01/11/2007) Cosponsors: (406) Committees: House - Financial Services | Senate - Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Latest Action: Senate - 05/19/2008 Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:
14. H.R.2872 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) Louis Braille Bicentennial--Braille Literacy Commemorative Coin Act Sponsor: Rep. Ney, Robert W. [R-OH-18] (Introduced 06/13/2005) Cosponsors: (309) Committees: House - Financial Services | Senate - Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Latest Action: 07/27/2006 Became Public Law No: 109-247. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:
Array ( [actionDate] => 2006-02-28 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H403-404) [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House )
15. H.R.1259 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) To award a congressional gold medal on behalf of the Tuskegee Airmen, collectively, in recognition of their unique military record, which inspired revolutionary reform in the Armed Forces. Sponsor: Rep. Rangel, Charles B. [D-NY-15] (Introduced 03/10/2005) Cosponsors: (310) Committees: House - Financial Services | Senate - Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Latest Action: 04/11/2006 Became Public Law No: 109-213. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:
Array ( [actionDate] => 2006-02-28 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 400 - 0 (Roll no. 16).(text: CR H407) [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House )
16. H.R.1042 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) Net Worth Amendment For Credit Unions Act Sponsor: Rep. Bachus, Spencer [R-AL-6] (Introduced 03/02/2005) Cosponsors: (17) Committees: House - Financial Services | Senate - Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Latest Action: Senate - 06/16/2005 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:
17. H.R.68 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) NASA and JPL 50th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Act Sponsor: Rep. Culberson, John Abney [R-TX-7] (Introduced 01/04/2005) Cosponsors: (290) Committees: House - Financial Services; Ways and Means | Senate - Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee Reports: H. Rept. 109-133 Latest Action: Senate - 07/13/2005 Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:
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18. H.R.1821 — 108th Congress (2003-2004) To award a congressional gold medal to Dr. Dorothy Height in recognition of her many contributions to the Nation. Sponsor: Rep. Watson, Diane E. [D-CA-33] (Introduced 04/11/2003) Cosponsors: (294) Committees: House - Financial Services | Senate - Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Latest Action: 12/06/2003 Became Public Law No: 108-162. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:
Array ( [actionDate] => 2003-10-15 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H9411-9412) [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House )
19. H.R.1511 — 108th Congress (2003-2004) To award a congressional gold medal to Prime Minister Tony Blair. Sponsor: Rep. Brown-Waite, Ginny [R-FL-5] (Introduced 03/31/2003) Cosponsors: (290) Committees: House - Financial Services | Senate - Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Latest Action: Senate - 06/26/2003 Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (All Actions) Notes: For further action, see S. 709, which became Public Law 108-60 on 7/17/2003. Tracker:
20. H.R.3054 — 107th Congress (2001-2002) True American Heroes Act Sponsor: Rep. King, Peter T. [R-NY-3] (Introduced 10/05/2001) Cosponsors: (187) Committees: House - Financial Services | Senate - Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Latest Action: Senate - 12/19/2001 Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:
21. H.R.3557 — 106th Congress (1999-2000) To authorize the President to award a gold medal on behalf of the Congress to John Cardinal O'Connor, Archbishop of New York, in recognition of his accomplishments as a priest, a chaplain, and a humanitarian. Sponsor: Rep. Fossella, Vito [R-NY-13] (Introduced 01/31/2000) Cosponsors: (85) Committees: House - Banking and Financial Services | Senate - Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Latest Action: 03/05/2000 Became Public Law No: 106-175. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:
Array ( [actionDate] => 2000-02-15 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 413 - 1 (Roll no. 18).(text: CR H380) [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House )
22. H.R.2815 — 106th Congress (1999-2000) To present a congressional gold medal to astronauts Neil A. Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin and Michael Collins, the crew of Apollo 11. Sponsor: Rep. Rogan, James E. [R-CA-27] (Introduced 09/08/1999) Cosponsors: (297) Committees: House - Banking and Financial Services | Senate - Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Latest Action: Senate - 06/21/2000 Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:
23. H.R.3790 — 105th Congress (1997-1998) Library of Congress Bicentennial Commemorative Coin Act of 1998 Sponsor: Rep. Thomas, William M. [R-CA-21] (Introduced 05/05/1998) Cosponsors: (299) Committees: House - Banking and Financial Services | Senate - Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Latest Action: 10/19/1998 Became Public Law No: 105-268. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:
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24. H.R.1560 — 105th Congress (1997-1998) Lewis and Clark Expedition Bicentennial Commemorative Coin Act Sponsor: Rep. Bereuter, Doug [R-NE-1] (Introduced 05/08/1997) Cosponsors: (299) Committees: House - Banking and Financial Services | Senate - Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Latest Action: Senate - 10/21/1998 Message on House action received in Senate and at desk: House amendments to Senate amendment. (All Actions) Tracker:
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25. H.R.5126 — 102nd Congress (1991-1992) Civil War Battlefield Commemorative Coin Act of 1992 Sponsor: Rep. Vento, Bruce F. [D-MN-4] (Introduced 05/07/1992) Cosponsors: (258) Committees: House - Banking, Finance, and Urban Affrs | Senate - Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Latest Action: 10/05/1992 Became Public Law No: 102-379. (All Actions) Tracker:
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26. H.R.3654 — 102nd Congress (1991-1992) 1996 Atlanta Centennial Olympic Games Commemorative Coin Act Sponsor: Rep. Barnard, Doug, Jr. [D-GA-10] (Introduced 10/29/1991) Cosponsors: (266) Committees: House - Banking, Finance, and Urban Affrs | Senate - Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Latest Action: 10/06/1992 Became Public Law No: 102-390. (All Actions) Tracker:
27. H.R.2801 — 102nd Congress (1991-1992) World Cup USA 1994 Commemorative Coin Act Sponsor: Rep. Torres, Estaban Edward [D-CA-34] (Introduced 06/26/1991) Cosponsors: (257) Committees: House - Banking, Finance, and Urban Affrs | Senate - Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Latest Action: Senate - 08/01/1991 Received in the Senate and read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking. (All Actions) Tracker:
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Tropical Cyclone Kenneth Destroys Hundreds of Homes, Kills at Least 4 in Mozambique, Comoros
Pam Wright
Tropical Cyclone Kenneth destroyed hundreds of homes and killed at least one person in Mozambique.
The Category 4-equivalent storm brought flooding and landslides to the Indian Ocean archipelago nation of Comoros.
Local authorities reported at least three deaths in Cormoros.
Relief is beginning to trickle into the poverty-stricken southern African nation.
The powerful storm made landfall early Thursday at the northern end of Mozambique's Quirimbas National Park, north of the city of Pemba, home to some 200,000 people. The area where it made landfall in a "sparsely populated apart from a number of villages with no experience of a stormof this magnitude," noted Wunderground meteorologist Bob Henson.
During the storm, a falling tree killed a woman in Pemba, while a "high number" of houses in the Macomia district of Cabo Delgado province were destroyed, the Associated Press reported. This brings the death toll from the tropical cyclone to four. Three others were killed on the Indian Ocean archipelago nation of Comoros on Wednesday, local authorities said.
Antonio Beleza, spokesman for Mozambique's emergency situation institute (INGC), said 90 percent of homes were "flattened" on the tourist island of Ibo, located north of Pemba in Quirimbas National Park and home to about 6,000 people, Agence France-Press reported.
INGC said Wednesday nearly 700,000 people could be affected by the storm.
Before striking Mozambique, the tropical cyclone swiped the Indian Ocean archipelago nation of Comoros, known locally as Comores, where violent winds caused landslides, flash flooding and cut off roads, Agence France-Presse reported.
Local authorities reported at least three deaths in Comoros as the storms swiped the archipelago, the New York Times reported.
More than 1,000 homes were destroyed, the AP reported.
Tropical Cyclone Kenneth 2019
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Team Representative:
Danish Saleheen, MBBS, PhD
Assistant Professor of Epidemiology in Biostatistics and Epidemiology, Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania
E-mail: saleheen@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
Holly Auer
E-mail: holly.auer@uphs.upenn.edu
Summary of findings in layman's terms:
The biological function of the vast majority of the >18,000 human genes remains unknown. Naturally occurring inactivating mutations in genes in humans represents a powerful entry point into this uncharacterized biology. These deleterious mutations can also mimic the therapeutic modulation of a target, hence providing reliable insights for the development of medicines. Such deleterious mutations are however very rare in the general population, and finding individuals who have deleterious mutations in both copies of a given gene (“human knockouts”) is exceedingly rare.
Consanguineous marriages are much more likely than unions between unrelated people to result in human knockouts. This study leveraged a highly consanguineous cohort from Pakistan in whom 40% of the participants were born of first cousin unions. The genetic code of all protein-coding genes in ~10,500 adults was sequenced. For 1,317 distinct genes, both copies were found to have deleterious mutations in at least one individual, resulting in ‘human knockouts’ for a remarkable number of new genes for whom human knockouts have never been reported. About 1 in 5 sequenced participants had at least one gene completely inactivated.
This study confirmed the biochemical deficiency in these knockouts as well. One gene in particular, APOC3, which regulates triglyceride metabolism, was inactivated in several dozen individuals, resulting in the world’s first APOC3 human knockouts. These individuals were challenged with a high-fat meal. Compared with family members who were not knockouts, the APOC3 knockouts did not have the usual post-fatty meal rise in plasma triglycerides. Their genetic makeup has provided unique insights about the APOC3 biology, which may help in validating APOC3 inhibition as a therapeutic target for cardiometabolic diseases. Several other human knockouts for other genes were also characterized. This study population should continue to provide an incredible source of new knowledge about how genes influence human health and disease.
Specific biological innovation of study:
Despite many decades of progress in human biology, three-quarters of human genes have no known associated phenotype, and a third of them are of completely unknown function. Studying humans knocked out for a gene due to loss of function (LoF) mutations is an innovative way to understand biology; however such individuals are very rare.
To identify human knockouts, Dr. Saleheen has enrolled a unique cohort of 100,000 Pakistanis – 40% of whom are born of consanguineous unions. In this study, whole-exome sequencing was conducted in 10,500 of these participants. The study participants were observed to have a six times higher genome-wide median homozygosity compared to other populations.
This study further led to the identification of 1843 human knockouts for 1317 genes - many of these genes were observed completely missing for the first time in humans. This study additionally confirmed the biochemical deficiency in participants who were identified to be human knockouts. For instance, APOC3 knockouts had absent plasma apolipoprotein C-III. Furthermore, homozygosity for null mutations at CYP2F1 was found associated with higher plasma interleukin-8 concentrations; and at either A3GALT2 or NRG4, with markedly reduced plasma insulin C-peptide concentrations; hence identifying novel phenotypic associations at these genes.
Additionally, knockouts for 96 genes were identified that were thought to be essential in humans thereby challenging prior methods to catalogue “essentiality” in humans. This study has also helped prioritize therapeutic pathways that are safe and beneficial for inhibition in humans (e.g., APOC3) compared to those that are not (e.g., PLA2G7). Finally, this study demonstrated that provoked hypothesis driven physiological studies in human knockouts should discover new biology; for instance, after challenge with oral fat, APOC3 knockouts displayed marked blunting of the usual post-prandial rise in plasma triglycerides compared to wild-type family members. This study therefore provides a roadmap to the “Human Knockout” project.
Potential impact on human care and/or how the findings contributed to an improved understanding:
Gene disruption in cells and model organisms followed by phenotypic analysis has been a traditional approach to understand gene function. Studies conducted on these preclinical disease models, however often have limited ability to predict effects in patients. This has been suggested by unsustainably high rate of failures of new compounds in clinical trials of coronary heart disease (CHD) alone, exemplified by failures of varespladib (Anthera), dalcetrapib (Roche), and niacin / laropiprant (Merck) in the past few years.
Naturally occurring loss of function (LoF) mutations that disrupt the gene’s function or expression provide an opportunity to understand the long term consequences of genetic deficiency in humans. These LoF variants represent “experiments of nature” that can mimic the effect of therapeutic modulation of a target. A striking example of the use of LoF alleles to guide therapeutic development for CHD is PCSK9, for which LoF mutations were associated with low levels of LDL cholesterol and protection from CHD; this led to the development of PCSK9 inhibitors.
Identification of human knockouts also has the potential to inform human physiology and the biological function. This study identified 1,317 distinct genes found to be knocked out in humans; many of these genes (e.g., APOC3, PLA2G7, LPA) are being pursued as therapeutic targets, whereas many others are novel genes of unknown function. Observing viability for complete deficiency of these genes in humans demonstrate that achieving a >50% therapeutic inhibition should be theoretically safe. Moreover, deep phenotyping studies conducted in these human knockouts, as illustrated in the case of APOC3 and PLA2G7, can help characterize several important features of a relationship between therapeutic modulation of a target and disease risk, specifically providing insights on: (i) underlying biological mechanisms of a gene; (ii) dose-response associations with disease risk; (iii) pleiotropic effects on other pathways; and (iv) safety implications.
Journal citation:
Saleheen D, Natarajan P, Armean IM, Zhao W, Rasheed A, Khetarpal SA, Won HH, Karczewski KJ,O'Donnell-Luria AH, Samocha KE, Weisburd B, Gupta N, Zaidi M, Samuel M, Imran A, Abbas S, Majeed F, Ishaq M, Akhtar 2, Trindade K, Mucksavage M, Qamar N1, Zaman KS, Yaqoob Z, Saghir T, Rizvi SNH, Memon A, Hayyat Mallick N, Ishaq M, Rasheed SZ, Memon FU, Mahmood K, Ahmed N, Do R, Krauss RM, MacArthur DG, Gabriel S, Lander ES, Daly MJ, Frossard P, Danesh J, Rader DJ, Kathiresan S.
Human knockouts and phenotypic analysis in a cohort with a high rate of consanguinity. Nature. 2017 Apr 12;544(7649):235- 239.
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Gateway names Schuehlein as research chair or rural health coaching
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Jay McFarlan, president of Gateway Centre of Excellence in Rural Health, congratulates Sheila Schuehlein on her new role as Research Chair of Rural Health Coaching.
Sheila Schuehlein is the Research Chair of Rural Health Coaching at Gateway Centre of Excellence in Rural Health.
She has served on the board of directors for Gateway since 2013 and currently serves as a director and program lead of Lonely No more, a program aimed at tackling the problem of social isolation in rural seniors.
In Schuehlein’s new position, she hopes to improve the well-being of rural residents through collaboratively developing and facilitating innovative research projects and community programs using a ‘coaching’ approach to care.
She incorporates a client-centred empowerment approach in all aspects of her work and believes coaching is a missing link in the current health system.
To date, Schuehlein has been a secondary investigator on four research projects with her findings published peer-reviewed scientific journals.
In 2014, she graduated from Duke University, completing the Integrative Medicine Health Coach Program. She was among the first cohort to successfully pass the American Board of Medicine Certification Examination for Health and Wellness Coaches, and one of only two Health Coaches in Canada with this level of expertise.
Schuehlein is the West Regional consultant for Elder Abuse Ontario, a non-profit organization that aims to make Ontario a healthier place for aging individuals.
For nearly 25 years, she has developed, facilitated and evaluated health promotion initiatives geared to age related issues.
For over a decade, she has also served as VON Canada’s National Seniors Wellness Project’s manager. In this role, Schuehlein assisted communities across the country to develop exercise programs, such as the VON SMART (Seniors Maintaining Active Roles Together) Programs®. These programs help combat social isolation and improve balance, cardiovascular health and strength in senior citizens. In 2010, her work was recognized in the Chief Public Health Officer’s ‘Report on Public Health in Canada’.
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Dancing just a memory, but couple whirl in Hospice Dream
Approaching their 69th wedding anniversary, Dick and Milly Milano share a tender moment as the Hospice Dreams charity takes them to a club playing the Big Band music that was popular when they met. Courtesy of Kristine Borcz
Dick and Milly Milano met on a dance floor 70 years ago. Courtesy of Milano family
Still in their courtship phase, fun-loving Dick Milano and Milly Cleveland clown around with Milly's sister Sara, center. Courtesy of Milano family
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If this were 70 years ago, Dick Milano and Milly Cleveland certainly would have answered the call of the jitterbug. A couple of hep cats back in the day, they cut a rug on the dance floor.
"Oh, he was a very good dancer," Milly says, recalling that night in 1942 when she first saw Dick in his Army uniform. "He was in the service at Jackson, Mississippi. That's where we met."
Working at the General Electric light-bulb factory in her Mississippi hometown, Milly liked to go dancing when her night shift ended. So did Dick, a northerner from Somerville, N.J., who was a young sergeant stationed in Jackson. They both liked the rooftop dance hall of the Hotel Heidelberg.
"It was a very popular place to go," remembers Milly, who was popular in her own right.
"He asked me to dance and then somebody else broke in and danced with me," she says with a laugh at the memory of Dick's reaction. "He made sure to let me know he wasn't happy about that."
Dick and Milly danced away many nights on that roof to Big Band music. "Jitterbug? Oh, heavens yes," Milly says. Then Dick got orders for a new assignment in another state.
"He kept asking me if I'd go with him, and he would not take no for an answer," says Milly. "We didn't know each other too long, but because it was during the war, you either did or you didn't."
They did, getting married on May 15, 1943.
"After we got married, I followed him for five years. I was certainly not disappointed I married him," Milly says. "He was a soldier in every way. He took very good care of me."
Their relationship continued to grow on the dance floor. "We'd always find the USOs wherever we were," Milly remembers.
The couple, who lived in Bloomingdale until health problems forced a move, don't dance anymore. The ravages of age and illness on both their bodies have kept the couple from even visiting each other. Dick, 91, has Alzheimer's and needs a wheelchair to leave his Chicago nursing home. Milly, 94, lives with their daughter Vicki and her husband, Jeff, in Marengo.
Because of health problems, Milly and Dick hadn't seen each other for two years, says Kansas Swain, director of Hospice Dreams, a nonprofit charity that grants wishes for people with terminal illnesses who are receiving hospice care. When they heard about Dick's dancing past, the Hospice Dreams board decided to make it happen again.
"We've been putting this dream together for a few weeks now," Swain says, explaining how the story of Dick and Milly touched people. "It was so visual. They used to go out to all the clubs."
The couple did so again Sunday night as guests of honor at FitzGerald's, the music club in Berwyn, where the Chicagoland Grandstand Big Band played the songs to which Dick and Milly used to dance. Dick's blue eyes that won her over seven decades ago seemed to lose their fog when Milly, who uses a walker, came up to him.
"When he saw me, I think he thought he had seen me someplace," Milly says, adding that she is pretty sure Dick recognized his bride. "At moments, we think maybe he did. He would sort of let you know when you were holding his hand. There was a connection."
The moment clearly was special for Milly, who gushes her thanks to Kaitlyn Henderson, communications manager for Hospice Dreams and others who helped organize the event.
"We all got to see him," Milly says, explaining how Dick met with Vicki and Jeff, grandchildren David, Paul and Alyssa and great-grandsons Ryan, 5, and 16-month-old Cooper. "When we got to FitzGerald's, his little great-grandson Ryan had been waiting and waiting. He couldn't wait to see Papa."
Not able to communicate verbally, Dick pinched his great-grandson on the cheek. "Ryan, he's trying to say he loves you," Milly assured the boy.
"We want to strengthen family bonds and create lasting memories for the family," Swain says.
Giving the entire family this night with Dick was a "great night" and a blessing, Milly says.
When the difficult decision came to put Dick in a nursing home a few years ago, Milly remembers how they'd play the old Big Band music and Dick would "take his walker and dance with it."
Sunday's last dance reminded them not about what they no longer can do, but about what they were lucky enough to have done.
"That's one thing we can say: We did have a good life. Thank God for that," Milly says. "Of course, there comes an end to everything."
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Energy giant SSE charge customers £33,000 for ONE DAY's power: Smart meter error sees householders bust their daily gas and electricity budget by THREE MILLION per cent
The Big Six provider has launched an investigation into the devices
One customer was told he was almost three million per cent over-budget
The average annual bill for a medium-sized house in the UK is around £830
By Fionn Hargreaves For Mailonline
Published: 07:02 EST, 5 March 2017 | Updated: 07:47 EST, 5 March 2017
SSE has apologised after their smart metres malfunctioned, telling customers they would be charged tens of thousands for one day's power
Shocked customers of energy company SSE have received an apology after malfunctioning smart meters said they would be charged up to £33,000 for one day's power.
The Big Six provider has launched an urgent investigation into the devices.
One of the metres warned a customer they were nearly three million per cent over their daily budget.
Dozens of customers tweeted, saying their metres were quoting thousands of pounds for 24 hours of gas and electricity.
One account holder tweeted SSE with a photo that said they had used £33,183 of gas in one day - 2,765,175% over budget. The following day the meter said the bill would be £27,022 for the day.
The average annual bill for a medium-sized house in the UK is around £830.
The customer said: 'Prices certainly gone up @YourSSE @SSE if my smart meter is accurate on my gas use over last few days! like it warm but ..'
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Another customer, Usman Hussain, tweeted a picture of his meter saying he would be charged nearly £9,600 for his day's electricity and gas.
Neil Chick said his elderly mother's meter told her she had spent £104,000 in a week.
Customer Trefor Roberts tweeted 'not bad for 5 days use' when his smart meter read £121,848.45
One account holder (left) tweeted SSE with a photo that said they had used £33,183 of gas in one day - 2,765,175% over budget. The Bix Six provider has launched an investigation
SSE said it was aware of an issue affecting 'a small number' of its smart meters.
A spokesman said: 'The issue will be investigated as a matter of urgency and no customer will be charged the extra amounts resulting from errors with the smart meters.
'We would like to apologise to any customers if this has caused distress.'
Neil Chick said his elderly mother's meter told her she had spent £104,000 in a week
The average annual bill for a medium-sized house in the UK is around £830. Twitter user Trefor Roberts jokingly tweeted 'Not bad for five days use', while Richard Pagett said 'not so smart'
Smart meters communicate directly with energy suppliers, allow customers to monitor their energy use in real-time and eliminate the need for estimated billing.
The Government hopes the devices will be rolled out to every home in Britain by 2020.
The latest figures show there are 4.9 million meters in homes and businesses across the country.
Smart metres said customers were charged £33,000 for a day
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Trusted Network Accreditation Program (TNAP) Releases Accreditation Criteria for Public Review
Industry feedback requested during the 60-day public review period through Sept. 19th
FARMINGTON, CT / ACCESSWIRE / July 18, 2019 / The Trusted Network Accreditation Program (TNAP) healthcare collaborative today announced a 60-day public comment and review period of the draft criteria for its accreditation program. Established in July 2018, the collaborative seeks to align this accreditation program with the 21st Century Cures Act as well as Trusted Exchange Framework and Common Agreement (TEFCA) draft provisions recently released by the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC).
"Dovetailing with the recent effortsby ONC to enable interoperability and demonstrate privacy and security of data exchange, TNAP was developed to address current federal security and privacy compliance mandates by leveraging existing frameworks and best practices (i.e., HIPAA, ARRA, HITECH, ACA, NIST and others) while supporting underlying enabling technologies,"said Lee Barrett, Executive Director and CEO of the Electronic Healthcare Network Accreditation Commission (EHNAC), one of the organizations that facilitates the initiative. "We now invite healthcare stakeholders to offer commentary and feedback that will guide the collaborative as we finalize the criteria for this new accreditation program."
TNAP will provide third-party accreditation for healthcare exchange entities such qualified health information networks (QHINs), health information exchanges, accountable care organizations, data registries, participants and others. The proposed criteria were developed to assess an organization's ability to demonstrate alignment with the TEFCA requirements, comply with federal privacy and security requirements as well as review technical performance, business processes, and resource management.
"This comprehensive third-party review will offer an additional level of confidence to data exchange participants with its focus on regulatory requirements, business/operational metrics and best practices for organizations wishing to function as a QHIN or other exchange participant," added Barrett. "In today's complex healthcare ecosystem an organization will need to take the necessary steps to ensure stakeholder trust and assure customers that they're adhering to the latest best practices and standards in privacy and security."
During the 60-day public review period, all interested stakeholders are encouraged to provide TNAP with opinions, comments and suggestions to determine the necessity, appropriateness and workability of the proposed criteria. As ONC continues to evaluate comments and provides additional guidance and clarifications regarding TEFCA, the TNAP collaborative will continue to monitor these further developments and continue to enhance and revise TNAP as appropriate. The TNAP v.1.0 is scheduled to be available for final release later this year, pending review of the comments received from the public.
Visit www.ehnac.org to review the TNAP criteria and submit feedback during this comment period through the Criteria Comment Form.
About TNAP
The Trusted Network Accreditation Program was developed to directly align with the development of the 21st Century Cures Act and the Trusted Exchange Framework and Common Agreement. TNAP seeks to promote interoperability by assuring the security and privacy of trusted networks and the use of enabling technologies in the healthcare ecosystem. The program provides third-party review with accreditation for Trusted Exchange participants, addressing existing security and privacy compliance mandates, and rights management, as well as compliance with new TEFCA regulatory requirements. For more information, visit https://trustednetworkap.org/
Press contact information:
Tom Testa, Anderson Interactive
tom@andersoni.com
Debra Hopkinson, EHNAC
dhopkinson@ehnac.org
SOURCE: Trusted Network Accreditation Program (TNAP)
https://www.accesswire.com/552482/Trusted-Network-Accreditation-Program-TNAP-Releases-Accreditation-Criteria-for-Public-Review
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CertainTeed donates insulation for Homes For Heroes’ Calgary project
Hopes for future projects in Edmonton and Halifax
April 25, 2019 by John Bleasby
The Homes for Heroes Foundation assists with the re-integration of military veterans into civilian life through affordable housing and a support structure. Through an initial endowment been made by the McCann Family Foundation and the Canadian Legacy Project, Homes for Heroes’ first development, 908 ATCO Village, will open this summer in the south east Calgary community of Radisson Heights. It will feature 16 tiny homes, a resources center, councilor’s office, family suite, community gardens, public park, and a memorial tribute to soldiers lost in Afghanistan. The non-profit foundation hopes in the future to build similar projects in north Edmonton and in Halifax.
Homes For Heroes’ first tiny home development for Canadian veterans will open this summer in Calgary.
The buildings themselves are being constructed by Calgary-based ATCO in a hanger that was once part of Calgary’s Currie Barracks. Additional funds will be coming from private individuals, businesses and other organizations primarily through donations of time, products and services. Homes for Heroes will partner with businesses and groups to provide exterior maintenance to ensure the village is clean and well kept, with residents expected to participate in the maintenance of the property and tend to the community garden.
Insulation provided by CertainTeed, installed by Total-R Inc.
CertainTeed Canada is proud to be working with Darren Resch and the insulation experts of Total-R Inc. to provide the insulation. Marlon Thompson, Marketing Product Manager for CertainTeed Insulation Canada, said, “The Homes for Heroes project is a significant undertaking, one that CertainTeed is pleased to be able to support. The company believes it is important to give back to our communities and to cooperate with our business partners to help facilitate important initiatives like the Homes For Heroes village.”
CertainTeed R40 and R24 Sustainable Insulation will be installed in the attic and walls of each of the homes. Sustainable Batt Insulation acts as both thermal and acoustical insulation and is ideal for floors, walls and ceilings, and will improve the homes’ energy efficiency, and help lower energy costs.
The tiny homes are being constructed by ATCO, and include a major donation of insulation material from CertainTeed Canada
Total-R Inc. has operations in Calgary, Edmonton and Vancouver. Darren Resch, owner of Total-R Inc. said his company is proud to support those who have served our country. “Partnering with CertainTeed made our involvement in the Homes For Heroes project easy. CertainTeed acknowledged both the importance of the cause as well as its decade long relationship with Total-R. The company’s responsiveness and generosity was truly impressive.”
“We’re supporting those individuals who have stood on guard for our country.”
Homes For Heroes co-founder and president David Howard has been helping veterans across the country for the last ten years. He said one of the largest issues facing veterans across the country is homelessness and difficulty transitioning, largely in part to PTSD. “The issue is costing cities a lot of money. An average person experiencing homelessness is costing a city anywhere from $60,000 to $80,000, so if we look at a 20-person village, we’re able to do a substantial savings cost to the city, and at the same time make sure that we’re supporting those individuals who have stood on guard for our country.”
The government of Canada estimates there are around 2,600 homeless veterans in the country. “We think those numbers are more in line with about 5,000 across Canada because you find that there’s a lot of vets that don’t self-identify,” said Howard. “It’s difficult to get a proper handle on it but it is a problem that’s increasing and there’s really not a solution toward it.”
All units will be furnished and supplied with cooking utilities, as well as linens and other requirements for comfortable living and healing. A small rent will be paid by the veterans, an amount typically covered by support services accessed through Veteran Affairs.
Veteran support goes beyond the homes
Homes For Heroes is also working in partnership with various social service agencies and veteran organizations to identify veterans experiencing homelessness and also to provide Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) support for vets. Others will receive rehabilitation based on their individual needs. When a veteran is ready for employment the veteran will work with our local and national employment service partners.
To learn more about Homes For Heroes, please visit www.h4hf.ca
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NCA Expands Advocacy & Communications Capability with Two New Hires
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NCA Brings Halloween Central Message To Times Square
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4 Join Hershey Executive Team
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NCA Names Lynn Wylie Senior Director of Industry Affairs
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Confectioners Reveal Sweet Insights for The Easter Holiday
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R.M. Palmer’s Schlott Named Advocate Of The Year
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Panzetta, Maly Accept Confectionery Leadership Awards
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Exhibit Space Sells Out For 2019 Sweets & Snacks Expo
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NCA Future Leadership Program Class of 2019 Shares Insights
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Mount Franklin Foods Breaks Ground On Manufacturing Facility
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Red Vines Campaign Promotes Random Acts Of Kindness
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Maly, Panzetta To Receive 2019 Confectionery Leadership Awards
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Valentine’s Day Central: More Reasons to Love a Sweet Holiday
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NCA Opens Nominations For Ruby Award For Supplier Innovation
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2019 Future Leadership Class Named By NCA
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American Licorice Recognized As Top Company To Work For In U.S.
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Downs Shares Future Of Chocolate At FCIA Event
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NCA CEO Addresses Fine Chocolatiers About the Future of the Chocolate Category
WASHINGTON (January 14, 2019) – John Downs, president and CEO of the National Confectioners Association, spoke over the weekend at the Fine Chocolate Industry Association’s Elevate Chocolate event in San Francisco, Calif., sharing information about the future of the chocolate category. “There is no ...
Buyer Registration Opens For 2019 Sweets & Snacks Expo
Washington — Buyers can now register to attend the 2019 Sweets & Snacks Expo, the largest show in North America representing the confectionery and snacking industries, NCA reports. The Expo is set for May 21 to 23 at Chicago’s McCormick Place. “Each year, we’re ...
ADM Recognized For Workplace Diversity
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Cargill Details Plan To End Deforestation In Cocoa Growing Regions
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Ferrara Moving HQ To Chicago’s Old Post Office Building
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Lake Champlain Invests In Production, Triples Capacity
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Barry Callebaut Well On Way To 2025 Sustainability Goals
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Majority Of Americans Will Share, Gift Chocolate & Candy For Winter Holidays
Washington — During the coming winter holidays, more than 90 percent of U.S. consumers report plans to share or gift chocolate and candy, according to NCA. “From hanging candy canes on the Christmas tree to sharing a box of chocolates with family and friends, the ...
NCA’s Winter Holidays Central Unwraps Resources and Festive Facts
More than 90% of Americans will share or gift chocolate and candy this holiday season WASHINGTON (Dec. 3, 2018) – The winter holidays are a time to celebrate with loved ones, and we know that chocolate and candy can add to the enjoyment of ...
Crunch Brand Supporting DonorsChoose.org With $100K Donation
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H-E-B Breaks Ground On 1.6M Square-Foot Warehouse
San Antonio — HEB Grocery Co., LP has begun construction on a 1.6 million-square-foot warehouse as part of the company’s multi-phase plan to develop 871 acres of land in San Antonio. The retailer reports this is its largest investment into its manufacturing and supply-chain ...
Pearson Candy Acquired By Spell Capital
St. Paul, Minnesota — Private equity firm Spell Capital Partners has finalized its purchase of Pearson Candy Co. in a deal that will enable the 109-year-old manufacturer to continue to invest and modernize, according to the candymaker. “Spell will be a terrific partner and owner ...
Mondelez Calls For Complete Sustainability, Transparency In Palm Oil Supply Chain
Deerfield, IL — Mondelez International, Inc. is further pushing for its goal of 100 percent sustainability and complete transparency in its palm oil supply chain, challenging suppliers to commit to concession mapping and act faster to eliminate deforestation, according to the CPG company. Concession ...
Mars Wrigley Accepting Submissions For Chocolate History Research Grants
Hackettstown, NJ — A total of $50,000 in grant money for chocolate history research is being awarded by Mars Wrigley Confectionery U.S., LLC, as the candymaker has begun accepting submissions for its Forrest E. Mars, Jr. Chocolate History Research Grant. Submission for the grant, which ...
NCA Names Debra Miller Scientific & Regulatory Affairs SVP
Washington — Debra Miller, Ph.D., has been named senior vice-president of scientific & regulatory affairs for NCA, a role in which she will provide regulatory support for all member companies, serve as the chief liaison to chocolate and cocoa-processing businesses and collaborate on regulatory advocacy ...
Hershey Highlights Progress Made In Cocoa For Good Program
Hershey, PA — Since launching in April, The Hershey Co.’s $500 million Cocoa For Good sustainability program has supported 9,000 farmers in West Africa in acquiring business skills, built five schools and supported 31 other education institutions, according to the candymaker. In addition to enhancing ...
Bazooka Candy Hosting Event Highlighting Manufacturing Careers
Scranton, PA — Students from the Career Technology Center of Lackawanna Country will get a rare glimpse into Ring Pop production and an inside look at careers in manufacturing on November 6, as Bazooka Candy Brands will host the students on a tour of its ...
NCA’s Downs Talks With Grocery Retailers About The Importance Of Transparency
Washington DC — John Downs, NCA president and CEO, at the GroceryShop conference earlier this week, addressed the need for transparency across the food industry, and outlined ways in which the confectionery industry is empowering consumers to make informed choices. “Our industry includes some ...
NCA CEO Addresses Importance of Transparency in Food Industry with Grocery Retailers
Confectionery leader shares industry vision for the future during the Halloween season WASHINGTON (October 29, 2018)–John Downs, president and CEO of the National Confectioners Association, today spoke at the GroceryShop conference in Las Vegas, Nev., about the need for transparency across the food industry, ...
Mondelez Expands Cocoa Life Program Into Brazil
Sao Paulo, Brazil — Mondelez International is expanding its global cocoa sustainability initiative, Cocoa Life, in Brazil. The program, according to the company, aims to develop empowered and thriving cocoa farming communities by helping farmers become more profitable and sustainable while safeguarding the future of chocolate. ...
Hershey, Walmart Celebrate Commitments To U.S. Manufacturing
Hershey, PA — Senior executives from Walmart, Inc. and The Hershey Co. came together to celebrate the companies’ commitments to increase U.S. manufacturing jobs, the candymaker reports. At the event held at the West Hershey factory in Pennsylvania, the companies’ executives were joined by ...
Ferrero USA Investing $9M In New Jersey Facility
Parsippany, NJ — Ferrero USA, Inc. is expanding its Somerset, NJ, facility with a $9 million expansion that will add nearly 100 jobs and brings the facility to a total of 67,000 square feet of packaging and warehousing space, according to the candymaker. Since 2016, ...
Downs Touts Always A Treat Initiative In Forbes Q&A
Washington — NCA President and CEO John Downs highlighted the Always A Treat Initiative and the industry’s high-character leadership in an Q&A piece by Forbes. “It’s a pleasure and a privilege to represent an industry that has these great treats with the emotional bond ...
Elmer Chocolate Highlights Confectionery Careers During Manufacturing Day
Ponchatoula, LA — To give people an accurate view of today’s manufacturing environment and draw attention to career opportunities in the field, Elmer Chocolate invited students and teachers from nearby schools to tour its facility during Manufacturing Day. “We are extremely pleased to host an ...
Mondelez Moves To Make All Packaging Recyclable By 2025
Deerfield, IL — Mondelez International, Inc. has committed to making all of its packaging recyclable and providing recycling information by 2025 as part of its strategy for a circular packaging economy and to deliver on its long-term goal of zero-net waste packaging, the CPG company ...
First Source Donates To Hurricane Florence Recovery Efforts
Toano, VA — To help aid recovery efforts in North Carolina following Hurricane Florence, First Source, LLC has donated 10 pallets of products, while its employees have given necessary items such as clothing, money and toiletries. The company partnered with END22 and the organization’s volunteers, ...
Mondelez Expands Women’s Empowerment Program In Cocoa Communities
Deerfield, IL — Mondelez International, Inc. is extending its plans to accelerate women’s empowerment in cocoa-growing communities to Indonesia and Dominican Republic as part of its Cocoa Life sustainability program. The plan focuses on four areas; farming, community, youth and environment, according to Mondelez. While ...
Smarties Donation Supports The Arts In Classrooms
Union, NJ — During the past year, Smarties Candy Co. has focused on revamping its brand aesthetic and promoting visual arts, and the candymaker is taking this aim one step further by partnering with DonorsChoose.org to match donations up to $25,000 for art supplies for ...
Ethel M Partners With CARE To Support Humanitarian Initiatives
HENDERSON, NV — Ethel M Chocolates is partnering with CARE, the global poverty-fighting organization, to offer a limited-edition CARE Collection. The Mars Wrigley Confections U.S., LLC-owned chocolate-maker is donating $5 from the sale of every box of the specially wrapped 16-piece assortments of its best-selling chocolates ...
Op-Ed: Halloween Brings The Power of Sweet To Life
By John Downs, President & CEO, NCA The Halloween season brings fun and enjoyment to neighborhoods across the country and it’s no secret chocolate and candy are a special part of the holiday. For generations, our industry has played a crucial role in the ...
NCA Offers Tools For Parents To Reinforce Role Of Treats Around Halloween
Washington, DC — Ninety percent of Americans say chocolate and candy make holidays such as Halloween more fun, according to a recent NCA survey. The survey also shows more than 80 percent of parents monitor candy consumption or offer guidelines for their children in ...
Halloween Central: The One-Stop Shop for Halloween Resources
Washington (October 1, 2018) – Ninety percent of Americans say that chocolate and candy make holidays like Halloween more fun, according to a recent National Confectioners Association survey. The survey also shows that more than 80 percent of parents monitor candy consumption or offer ...
Yowie Supporting Wildlife Conservation With Surprise Egg Line
Chicago — Yowie Group Ltd. is supporting the Wildlife Conservation Society through its fourth edition to its Surprise series, with a portion of net proceeds from every chocolate sold between June 2018 and July 2019 going to the conservation organization, according to the company. The ...
Spangler Acquires NECCO Brands, Expands Campus
Bryan, OH — Spangler Candy Co. has purchased the Sweethearts, Necco Wafers and Canada Mints brands, which the company says “were obtained following a series of transactions precipitated by the New England Confectionery Company (NECCO) bankruptcy. ” The company reports it has also purchased and ...
Sour Punch Partners With Olympic Hopeful, Boys & Girls Club
La Porte, IN – American Licorice Co. is partnering its Sour Punch brand with elite American long jumper and Olympic hopeful Norris Frederick and the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Northwest Indiana. Frederick, a Boys & Girls Club Alum, helped kick off the event ...
Mondelez Employees Visiting Cocoa Communities On Skill-Exchange Mission
Deerfield, IL — Fifteen “Joy Ambassadors,” employees from Mondelez International, Inc., are going to Ghana on a two-week skills-exchange mission to learn about the challenges and opportunities facing farmers and share their business expertise to accelerate the impact of the company’s Cocoa Life sustainability program, ...
Mars Wrigley Launch Cocoa For Generations Sustainably Strategy
Chicago — Cocoa for Generations is Mars Wrigley Confectionery U.S., LLC’s new sustainability program, which is backed by a $1 billion, 10-year investment with the hopes of creating a path for cocoa farmers and the communities they operate in to thrive. The new cocoa ...
Barry Callebaut Updates Three North American Facilities
Chicago — Barry Callebaut AG has completed several expansion projects, supported by a $30 million investment, at three of its North American facilities, the chocolate supplier reports. The updated sites include St. Hyacinthe, Quebec, which received a liquid chocolate line and enhanced capabilities for dairy-free ...
Downs Highlights Power Of Sweet In Morning Consult Op-Ed
Washington —In an op-ed that ran in the Morning Consult, NCA president and CEO John Downs highlighted the important role the confectionery industry plays in the U.S. as well as its place in the lives of consumers across the country. The opinion piece hit ...
Confectionery Industry Drives American Economy, Supports More than 600,000 Jobs Nationwide
Washington, D.C.(September 10, 2018)—The confectionery industry helps to create more than 600,000 American jobs, according to a new report released today by the National Confectioners Association. Manufacturers of chocolate, candy, gum and mints directly employ nearly 54,000 people across the United States, with more ...
Cargill Doubles Amount Of Sustainable Cocoa Sourced From Ghana
Accra, Ghana — Since establishing its own licensed buying company (LBC) in Ghana during 2016, Cargill, Inc. has doubled the amount of sustainable cocoa it sources from the country and more than 13,000 farmers are benefiting from the initiative, according to the supplier. Under the ...
National Confectioners Association Promotes Three Key Senior Leaders
WASHINGTON (September 5, 2018)–National Confectioners Association (NCA) President & CEO John Downs today announced the promotion of three key senior leaders that will unlock operational efficiency and effectiveness, bolster the membership value proposition, and continue to enhance the organization’s advocacy, communications, industry affairs, and ...
Topps, Bazooka Continue Support For Youth Non-Profit DREAM
New York — For the second consecutive year, The Topps Co., Inc., parent company of Bazooka Candy Brands, has been a key organizer and sponsor of non-profit youth development organization DREAM’s “Championship Day,” an end-of-season celebration for participants in the non-profit’s REAL Kids summer program. ...
Mondelez Reduces CO2 Emissions, Water Use During 2017
Deerfield, IL — In 2017, Mondelez International, Inc. reduced absolute CO2 emissions from manufacturing by 10 percent, while decreases water use by 25 percent at locations where the resource is scarce, according to the CPG manufacturer, which released an update on its 2020 sustainability ...
Pfluger To Leave Lindt & Sprungli By End Of 2018
Kilchberg, Switzerland – Andreas Pfluger, a member of the management group of Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli AG, will retire by the end of the year, according to the company. In a press release, the company states Pfluger’s duties as a group management member will ...
Mentos Brand Partners With Big Brothers Big Sisters Of America
Erlanger, KY – Perfetti Van Melle North American is introducing limited edition Mentos “Say Hello” mints as part of a Pay It Forward promotion for Big Brothers Big Sisters of America. Each mint is printed with a message, including suggestions on connecting with others such as ...
Buxton Takes Over As Perfetti Van Melle President & CEO
Erlanger, KY – Sylvia Buxton is taking the reins as president and CEO of Perfetti Van Melle North America, succeeding Mehmet Yuksek, who announced last month he was leaving the company. Buxton’s appointment is effective August 17. Buxton has been with Perfetti Van Melle ...
WASHINGTON, D.C. (August 9, 2018) – The National Confectioners Association and its Young Professionals Network have opened the call to apply for the 2019 Future Leadership Program. Selected individuals will be provided with support, education, access and opportunity throughout the year-long accelerated leadership program. ...
Mars Wrigley Employees Deliver Care Kits To NJ First Responders
Hackettstown, NJ — As part of the Operation Gratitude program, Mars Wrigley Confectionery U.S. LLC employees delivered care kits to members of Hackettstown police and fire departments, according to The New Jersey Herald. The kits were filled with candy, hand sanitizer, sunscreen, pens and other ...
Hershey Named To Civic 50 List For Community Support
Hershey, PA — For the sixth consecutive year, The Hershey Co. has been named to the Civic 50 list, which recognizes America’s most community-minded companies, according to the candymaker. The annual recognition, hosted by Points of Light, highlights how companies with revenues of $1 ...
Yuksek Steps Down As PVM North America President, CEO
Erlanger, KY – Mehmet Yuksek, president and CEO of Perfetti Van Melle North America, is stepping down effective August 17, according to the company. Mehmet has been with the company for more than 21 years. Fred King, CFO of the North American operation will serve as ...
Dove Highlights Cocoa Supply Chain With Farmers Market
Los Angeles — Mars Wrigley Confectionery U.S., LLC’s Dove brand is detailing the chocolate-making journey with the first Cocoa Farmers Market, an interactive experience highlighting the bean-to-bar process, at Santa Monica Place. The company is partnering with actress Minka Kelly for the event. The ...
Ferrara Awards $50K In Scholarships
Oak Brook, IL — Ferrara Candy Co., Inc. has given 10 $5,000 scholarships to children of its employees, the candymaker report, as part of the Ferrara USA Scholarship Program that launched in 2017. “At the Ferrara Candy Company, we’re committed to ‘Sharing Goodness’ in the ...
Divine Chocolate Recognized Among Best B Corps Worldwide
London — Fairtrade and farmer-owned Divine Chocolate Corp. has been recognized as one of the world’s best B Corps for communities for the second consecutive year by B Lab, the not-for-profit that certifies B Corps, according to the chocolate company. The honor was based ...
NCA CEO Addresses World Chocolate Leaders in Switzerland
Washington, D.C. (June 6, 2018) – John Downs, president and CEO of the National Confectioners Association, this week spoke at the annual CHOCOVISION conference in Davos, Switzerland. In his speech to senior leadership in the chocolate industry, Downs addressed the future of confectionery. “For ...
Hershey Debuting New CSR Strategy, Releases 2017 Progress Report
Hershey, PA — During 2017, The Hershey Co. made significant advancements on its corporate social responsibility commitments, according to a report from the candymaker. Additionally, the company is furthering its commitments with the unveiling of its Shared Goodness Promise program. The candymaker reports the new ...
Summer 2018 Starts with National Candy Month
For the month of June, join the National Confectioners Association in enjoying the authentic, fun treats that chocolate and candy companies have been producing for more than 100 years. Whether you’re partial to gummy candies or tend to enjoy chocolates, this month is an ...
Barry Callebaut Earns First Ruby Award
Chicago — The first ever Ruby Award for Supplier Innovation was presented yesterday morning to Barry Callebaut A.G. USA, LLC for its Ruby chocolate. In presenting the award, NCA President & CEO John Downs explained that the company’s product was the inspiration for the ...
House Fails To Address Outdated Sugar Program, Focus Moves To Senate
Washington — Disappointing small business owners looking for alleviation from artificially inflated sugar prices, the U.S. House of Representatives failed to address the sugar program during yesterday’s farm bill amendment process. While the House neglected to help small businesses and manufacturers, sugar reform supporters ...
Wall Street Journal Highlights Need To Revamp Sugar Program
New York — The Wall Street Journal’s editorial board is urging Congress to reform the sugar policy, noting consumers lose between $2.4 and $4 billion annually because of the program and that during 2015, raw sugar prices in the U.S. ran 24.7 cents a pound, ...
Washington Post Editorial Board Supports Sugar Reform
Washington — The editorial board of the Washington Post came out in support of sugar reform in an editorial published on May 13. In part, the group states, “because the program’s impact takes the form of higher prices, which means fewer jobs in sugar-using ...
Edward Marc Getting Hands-On In Sustainability
Pittsburgh— Edward Marc Brands, Inc. is taking a proactive and innovative approach to tackling cocoa sustainability. During the next 15 years the Pennsylvania-based candymaker plans to develop 700 farms cultivating over one million acres of land in West Africa, according to COO Mark Edwards. ...
R.M. Palmer Turning 70, Calls For Sugar Policy Reform
West Reading, PA — About a decade after the U.S. sugar program was inaugurated, Richard M. Palmer Sr. secured a loan and launched candymaker R.M. Palmer Co. in southeastern Pennsylvania. Now on its 70th anniversary, the company is joining the chorus calling for modernization of ...
Kimmie Candy’s Dutra Outlines Need For Sugar Reform
Reno — The Depression-era sugar program is significantly driving up the prices for food manufacturers’ ingredients, the second biggest cost on a business next to labor, Joe Dutra, Kimmie Candy Co. president and CEO, wrote in a Reno Gazette Journal op-ed. Since relocating to Nevada ...
Florida Editorial Board Highlights Need For Sugar Reform
Stuart, FL — Most foods containing sugar produced in the U.S. are significantly more costly than they should be because current policy artificially drives up prices for the commodity, according to the editorial board of the Treasure Coast Newspapers. “Sugar prices are inflated by ...
Blommer Funds Clean Water Program In Cote d’ Ivoire
Chicago — Proceeds from Blommer Chocolate Co.’s Founder’s Reserve chocolate line are now being used to fund a clean water project supporting villages in Cote d’ Ivoire, Africa. Part of the Livelihood, Infrastructure, Food & Technology program, a sustainability initiative supporting cocoa farmers in the African ...
Orlando Sentinel Highlights Sugar Program As ‘Bad Economic Policy’
Orlando — In an op-ed, the editorial board of the Orlando Sentinel has pointed out the flawed logic of the protectionist U.S. sugar program, noting it is a bad economic policy that favors one industry at the expense of the broader economy. “The federal ...
Mars Inspiring Next Generation Of STEM Leaders At Science, Engineering Festival
Washington — Aiming to educate and inspiring the next generation of leaders in STEM fields, Mars, Inc. participated in the fifth annual USA Science & Engineering Festival (USASEF), the largest celebration of science, technology, engineering and math in the U.S. with more than 350,000 attending ...
Hershey Launches Cocoa For Good Sustainability Program
Hershey, PA — The Hershey Co. is launching Cocoa For Good, a sustainability strategy aiming to address the most pressing issues in cocoa growing regions including poverty, poor nutrition, at-risk youth and vulnerable ecosystems. In addition to taking a collaborative approach to tackle these issues, ...
West Coast Candymakers Call For Sugar Reform In Video Series
Washington — From the c-suite to the plant floor, candymakers across the country are calling for Congress to modernization the U.S. sugar program. Three videos from West Coast confectioners highlight how the program affects their livelihoods and puts U.S. companies at a disadvantage, reports the ...
Candy Makers Providing Americans with More Information, Options and Support this Easter
Easter falls on April 1 this year, but Americans are not fooling around when it comes to making sure that chocolate and candy play a special role in their celebrations. More than 90 percent of Easter baskets this year will include chocolate or candy, according to ...
Alliance For Fair Sugar Policy Launches, Calls For Sugar Program Modernization
Washington — Comprised of retailers, manufacturers, trade associations, environmental advocates, taxpayer watchdog groups, think tanks and other organizations, the Alliance for Fair Sugar Policy (AFSP) launched today with the mission of advocating for modernization of the U.S. sugar program. The Alliance notes sugar has the ...
On The Ground In Ghana With Barry Callebaut
Standing on the tarmac at Accra Kotoka Airport after a disorienting 15-hour, two-layover, flight from Cleveland, it was easy to confuse the thick, palpable air and verdant landscape for coastal Florida, save for the rust-red soil that bears Barry Callebaut AG’s most important input; ...
America’s Last Gumball Maker Calls On NY Delegation To Support Sugar Reform
Akron, NY — Earlier this month Rep. Chris Collins (R-NY) visited the Ford Gum & Machine Co., Inc., the last American gumball maker still in operation, plant to learn firsthand the harmful impact the U.S. sugar program has on manufacturers, according to the Coalition ...
Melville Candy Owners Named To Small Business Person Of The Year List
Randolph, MA — Joe and Gary Melville, owners of Melville Candy Corp., were honored with a Small Business Person of the Year award for Massachusetts, according to the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). The winners from each state as well as the District of ...
Hershey Investing $60M To Expand Hazelton Plant, Adding 111 Jobs
Hazel Township, PA — The Hershey Co. will break ground March 9 on a $60 million expansion to its Hazelton plant, which will require an additional 111 employees, a more than 25 percent increase in positions at the facility, according to the candymaker. The construction ...
Lindt USA Unveils Landmark Energy-Efficiency Strategy
Manchester, NH — Lindt & Sprüngli (USA) Inc. has launched a comprehensive three year energy-savings strategy that will conserve nearly 3.5 million kilowatt hours of electricity annually, according to utility provider Eversource Energy, which partnered with the candymaker on the project. Lindt USA has set ...
Rosenberg Calls On Congress To Reform Sugar Program
Allendale, NJ — As one of the 50 largest privately held companies in New Jersey, with nearly 1,000 employees, Promotion In Motion Cos., Inc. CEO and NCA Chairman Michael Rosenberg is constantly looking for ways to grow his company, but he could use a ...
Meet The 2018 NCA YPN Future Leadership Program Participants
Washington DC — Five young professionals from across the industry have been selected for NCA’s 2018 Future Leadership Program. The initiative is part of the Association’s Young Professionals Network (YPN) with support from the NCSA Candy Hall of Fame. Launched in 2016, the one-year ...
Representatives Foxx, Davis Pen Message On Negative Impact Of Sugar Program
Washington — With the backdrop of Valentine’s Day, a holiday marked for its gifting of chocolates and other sweet treats, an editorial written by Representatives Virginia Foxx (R-NC) and Danny K. Davis (D-IL) was published in today’s edition of The Hill. The column, titled “Special ...
Call To Reform Sugar Program Ratchets Up To New Heights
Washington — For years, the chocolate and candy industry has wrestled with a U.S. sugar program that primarily benefits a handful of mega-billionaire sugar processors. Now, in an effort to modernize the program, candymakers are being joined by other businesses that include sugar as ...
Maryland’s Candymakers and Bakers Team Up in D.C.
Washington — Last week, NCA and the American Bakers Association joined forces on Capitol Hill as legislators welcomed candymakers and bakers from across the state of Maryland for a “drive-in” to discuss the U.S. sugar program. The focus of the meetings was to generate congressional ...
Mars Wrigley Expanding Waco Facility With $30M Investment
Waco, TX — Mars Wrigley Confectionery U.S., LLC has broken ground on a 65,000-square-foot production distribution expansion at its Waco plant, according to KCEN-TV. The project is supported by a $30 million investment by the candymaker. “For over a century, Mars has been committed ...
Downs Sets Record Straight Regarding Candy, SNAP
Washington, DC — NCA President and CEO John Downs penned a rebuttal to Maine Gov. Paul R. LePage’s Wall Street Journal (WSJ) op-ed “Get Food Stamps Out of the Candy Store,” noting the governor had left out important information to consider as the national debate ...
How the Outdated and Outrageous U.S. Sugar Policy Impacts the Manufacturers That Make Your Favorite Valentine’s Day Treats
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Christopher Gindlesperger 202-534-1440, [email protected] WASHINGTON (Feb. 2, 2018) – America’s chocolate and candy companies play an important role in making consumers’ favorite treats during the Valentine’s Day season. Candy makers work hard to provide consumers with their favorite year-round treats – ...
Swiss Cocoa Industry Makes Sustainability Commitment
Zurich, Switzerland — Barry Callebaut AG and 40 other Swiss cocoa industry players have joined together under the Swiss Platform for Sustainable Cocoa, with the goal of having at least 80 percent of all cocoa-containing products imported into Switzerland coming from sustainable sources, according ...
Mondelez Establishes Partnership To Protect Ghana Forests
Deerfield, IL — Mondelez International, Inc., the Forestry Commission of Ghana, Ghana Cocoa Board and the UN Development Programme have signed a memorandum of understanding that reinforces the CPG company’s commitment to reducing emissions in its cocoa supply chain across Ghana and helps to ...
NCA Announces 2018 Future Leadership Program Class
Washington, D.C. (January 16, 2018) – Five young professionals within the confectionery industry have been selected for NCA’s 2018 Future Leadership Program. The full breadth of the category is on display in this year’s class as the supply, manufacturing, distribution and retail sides of ...
Albanese Investing $33M In Indiana Plant
Hobart, IN — Albanese Confectionery Group, Inc. is planning a three-year, $33 million capital investment for its Hobart production facility and retail store, according to a report in the Chicago Tribune. The candymaker is expected to add 150 jobs because of the expansion. The first ...
On Our Collective Wish List This Year? Reforming the U.S. Sugar Program
by Kirk Vashaw, Spangler Candy Company For more than 110 years, the Spangler family has worked hard to build a successful candy factory here in Bryan, Ohio, where we currently employ 520 people. Spangler Candy Company is the only major manufacturer of candy canes ...
Most Parents Use Holidays To Discuss Balance With Kids
Washington — During the holidays, 90 percent of parents use the occasion to prioritize setting guidelines and talking to their children about balance and candy consumption, according to NCA. “From hanging candy canes on the Christmas tree to sharing chocolate snowmen with family and ...
Candy Makers Share Four Festive Facts about the Winter Holidays
Three quarters of Americans will gift sweet treats this holiday season WASHINGTON (Dec. 11, 2017) – The winter holidays are filled with family traditions, often with chocolate and candy as the centerpiece of the fun. This December, the National Confectioners Association is sharing four festive ...
Mars, Operation Gratitude Delivers Two Millionth Troops’ Care Package
Los Angeles — Mars, Inc. celebrated delivery of more than two million care packages to U.S. troops through Operation Gratitude by including two Super Bowl tickets in the 2,000,000th package, while the 2,000,001th delivery included VIP passes to NASCAR’s Charlotte 600, the company reports. ...
Mars Wrigley Selects New Jersey For U.S. Headquarters
Hackettstown, NJ — Mars Wrigley Confectionery U.S. LLC will base its U.S. headquarters in New Jersey, using existing offices in Hackettstown and newly constructed space in Newark, the candymaker reports. Mars Wrigley’s global headquarters will remain in Chicago and the transition to the new ...
Yowie Celebrating Wildlife Conservation At Two U.S. Zoos
New York — As part of its goal to raise awareness for wildlife conservation, Yowie Group Ltd. is hosting special events at the Dallas and Brookfield (Illinois) Zoos, the company reports. Coinciding with Wildlife Conservation Day (December 4), the program will feature brand mascot Rumble ...
Mars Wrigley Boosting India Mint Farmers’ Yields
Chicago — Aiming to lift productivity of mint farms in India, where 80 percent of the world’s supply is produced, Mars Wrigley Confectionery teamed with Agribusiness Systems International (ASI) to develop a sustainability program — AdvanceMint — to improve soil health and lower water ...
National Confectioners Association Applauds Bill to Reform U.S. Sugar Program
WASHINGTON, D.C. (November 7, 2017) – In response to the introduction of The Sugar Policy Modernization Act (HR 4265 / SB 2086) by U.S. Representative Virginia Foxx (R-NC), Rep. Danny Davis (D-IL), U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), and Sen. Pat Toomey (R-PA), the National ...
Coalition For Sugar Reform Supports Bipartisan Legislation
Washington, DC — The Coalition for Sugar Reform, a broad-based group of food manufacturers, environmental advocates, responsible government advocates, and other organizations, has come out in support of bicameral, bipartisan legislation that would reform the U.S. Sugar Program. The bill is sponsored by U.S. Rep. Virginia ...
Downs Clears Up Confusion Around Halloween, Candy
Washington, DC — Countering a number of articles and columns that misrepresented how consumers enjoy confectionery, NCA President and CEO John H. Downs, Jr. wrote an op-ed on medium.com laying out the facts regarding the role chocolate and candy play in a balanced lifestyle. Downs ...
NCA Members Advocate In Pennsylvania
Washington, DC — Earlier this week, NCA held its annual Pennsylvania Advocacy Day in the state capitol of Harrisburg. Association President & CEO John Downs notes Pennsylvania is one of the top chocolate and candy producing states in the country. He points out that ...
Coca-Cola’s Walter To Lead Mondelez NA; Oswalt, Eckard Take On New Roles
Deerfield, IL — Glen Walter is joining Mondelez International, Inc. in November as executive vice-president and president, North America, responsible for leading the company’s $7 billion U.S. and Canadian businesses. In addition, Valerie Oswalt, currently president of North American sales, becomes president of North American confectionery, while ...
NCA Chief Reveals Four Lessons From Listening And Learning Tour
Washington — Leading up to the Always A Treat initiative launch, NCA President and CEO John Downs embarked on an industry-wide, 18-month listening and learning tour to discover candymakers’ concerns while laying the groundwork for the Association’s nutritional and dietary commitment program. “It’s very challenging ...
Ferrero To Buy Ferrara Candy
Oakbrook Terrace, IL — Ferrero SpA has moved to acquire Ferrara Candy Co., Inc., the third-largest non-chocolate manufacturer in the U.S. Ferrero is pursuing the deal through one of its affiliated companies, the Italy-based candymaker reports. Giovanni Ferrero, executive chairman of The Ferrero Group, ...
Perfetti Van Melle Employees Give Back During Community Day
Erlanger, KY – Perfetti Van Melle USA closed its Erlanger and Hebron, KY, operations on September 18 to allow its employees to participate in the eighth Annual Perfetti Van Melle Community Day. One day each year, the company reports it closes so employees can ...
Elmer Hosts Louisiana’s Manufacturing Week Kickoff Event
Ponchatoula, LA — During a ceremony held at the Elmer Candy Corp. production facility in Ponchatoula on September 28, Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards signed a proclamation officially establishing October 1 through October 7, 2017, Louisiana Manufacturing Week. Leaders from Louisiana Economic Development and Elmer Chocolate ...
Study Shows Moderation Is Part Of Halloween Celebrations
Washington DC — Nearly 90 percent of parents say they will use the Halloween season as an opportunity to talk to their children about the role chocolate and candy can play in a happy, balanced lifestyle, according to a survey conducted by NCA. The survey ...
Parents Teach Their Children about Balance while Celebrating the Fun and Enjoyment of the Halloween Season
Three-quarters of Americans celebrate the season with chocolate and candy WASHINGTON (October 3, 2017) – Nearly 90 percent of parents will use the Halloween season as an opportunity to talk to their children about the unique role that chocolate and candy can play in ...
Next Generation Of Dee Family Takes Helm At Smarties
Union, NJ — Smarties Candy Co. has named Jessica Dee Sawyer, Sarah Dee and Liz Dee co-presidents. Representing the third generation of the family to run the business, they are replacing Jonathan Dee. The three women have worked for the company for more than ...
Consumers Seek Choices At Checkout
Consumers embrace moderation and choice at retail checkouts, industry data reveals. Choices, that’s what consumers want when it comes to the retail checkout area, and that includes chocolate and candy. This is according to data from market research firm Information Resources, Inc. (IRI) that ...
FDA Proposes 2020 For NFP Compliance Date
Washington — The FDA has proposed extending the compliance date for the Nutrition Facts and Supplement Facts label final rule, and final rules for serving size, from July 2018 to January 1, 2020, for manufacturers with annual sales of $10 million or more. Manufacturers ...
Mars Wrigley Confectionery Begins Operations As Single Unit
Mars Wrigley Confectionery U.S. LLC is on track to streamline customer interaction, drive category growth and engage consumers, company executives tell CST in this exclusive interview. A combined sales team and access to insights across both chocolate and non-chocolate platforms from a single ...
Steven Wolfe Named TNA North America General Manager
Dallas — TNA Solutions Pty Ltd. has appointed Steven Wolfe general manager for North America, based in the company’s Dallas office. “Steven is a great addition to the TNA team,” says Michael Green, TNA group general manager. “His strategic customer-focused mind, business insights and comprehensive ...
Ethel M Chocolates Brings Back 1932 Mars Bar
Henderson, NV — Ethel M Chocolates, a subsidiary of Mars, Inc., and maker of premium chocolates, is reviving the classic Mars Bar. Originally manufactured beginning in 1932 by Frank C. Mars, according to the company, the Mars Bar was known for its “honest to goodness” ...
Rite Aid Gets Clearance To Sell Stores, Related Assets To Walgreens Boots
Camp Hill, PA — Under an amended and restated agreement, Rite Aid Corp. has received regulatory clearance to sell 1,932 stores, three distribution centers and related inventory to Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. for $4.37 billion. As part of the deal, Rite Aid will have ...
Godiva Names Leite Managing Director, North America
New York — Sharon Leite is Godiva Chocolatier’s new managing director, North America, effective October 2, the company reports. She brings more than 25 years of experience to the role, with a background stretching across retail, ecommerce and real estate management. Most recently Leite ...
Mars Using M&M’s To Promote Wind Power Worldwide
McLean, VA — Mars, Inc. is leveraging the popularity of M&M’s and the brand’s “spokescandies” Red and Yellow in Fans of Wind, a global advertising campaign to promote wind power. The TV advertisings are part of the Sustainable in a Generation plan, which Mars is ...
Mars Launches Sustainable In A Generation, Plans $1B Investment
McLean, VA — Mars, Inc. is investing $1 billion in the coming years to support its Sustainable in a Generation plan, which aims to move the company to “operating within planetary boundaries and delivering a positive social impact.” The program centers on a three-prong ...
NCA’s Downs Speaks Out On Sugar Reform In Orlando Sentinel
Washington, DC — The Orlando Sentinel, in anticipation of the upcoming discussions on farm bill and the topic of sugar reform, published an editorial written by NCA President & CEO John Downs today. The article — End Tangle of Sugar Price Supports that Bow to ...
NCA and Lindt Host U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue for Chocolate Manufacturing Facility Tour
Washington, D.C. (August 31, 2017) – U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue today joined the National Confectioners Association and executives from Lindt USA at the Lindt headquarters in Stratham, NH. The visit was an opportunity for Secretary Perdue to tour the manufacturing facility of ...
Atkinson Candy Donates Online Sales Revenue To Harvey Relief
Lufkin, TX — In an effort to help those impacted by the devastating floods in its home state of Texas, Atkinson Candy Co. is donating 100 percent of the revenue generated by sales on its website — www.atkinsoncandy.com — this Friday, September 1, to Hurricane Harvey relief funds. ...
Nominations Open For Confectionery Leadership Award
Washington, DC — NCA and Candy & Snack TODAY (CST) are accepting applications for the 2018 Confectionery Leadership Award. Founded in 2011, the award recognizes top customers across all classes of trade based on effective business collaboration, category management best practices and innovations in merchandising confectionery products ...
Callebaut Americas CEO To Retire, Boone Named Successor
Zurich, Switzerland — David S. Johnson is set to retire as president and CEO of Barry Callebaut AG’s Americas division on August 31, the chocolate supplier reports. He will be succeeded by Peter Boone. Boone, who will assume his new role on September 1, currently ...
Bloomberg Report Sheds Light On Political Influence Of Top Sugar Producers
Washington, DC — A story breaking this week from Bloomberg Politics details the political influence of the most powerful family in the sugar industry, the Fanjuls. The report focuses on the family’s massive wealth, formed on the backs of hardworking taxpayers, and how they have ...
NCA Accepting Applications For 2018 Future Leadership Program
Washington, DC — Applications for the 2018 NCA Future Leadership Program are now being accepted. The program, open to young professionals 40 and under working in the confectionery industry, provides support, education, access and opportunity as part of the year-long accelerated leadership initiative. The Association ...
NCA Opens Call For Expo Education Session Speakers
Washington — NCA is accepting proposals for 2018 Sweet Insights education sessions speakers that can provide insights, strategies and trends to Sweets & Snacks Expo attendees. The Association is looking for thought leaders that can cover the following topics: ecommerce sales and shopper behavior; ...
Former Starbucks Exec Tapped For Godiva CEO Position
New York — Annie Young-Scrivner, former global CMO for Starbucks Coffee Co. and president of Tazo Tea, has been appointed the next CEO of Godiva, Inc., effective September 14, according to parent company Yildiz Holding A.S. Prior to working for Starbucks, Young-Scrivner spent 20 ...
Sweets & Snacks Expo Earns Trade Show Executive Magazine’s Gold 100
Washington, DC — For the first time in its 20-year history, NCA’s Sweets & Snacks Expo has been named to Trade Show Executive’s Gold 100 list. Trade shows named to the Gold 100 list include the largest trade shows in the world as well ...
See’s Candies Opening Shops In Strip Malls, Lifestyle Centers
San Francisco — See’s Candies, Inc. plans to open seven new shops by the end of 2017, seeking space in strip malls and lifestyle centers to meet the changing shopping patterns of consumers, the company reports. By year-end, the candy maker is expected to open nearly ...
Lindt Grows Organic Sales In Challenging Market
Zurich, Switzerland — Despite challenges in the global chocolate market, Lindt & Sprüngli AG had organic sales growth of 3.6 percent during the first half of this year, the chocolate marker reports. While Russell Stover, which Lindt acquired in 2014, is making progress in its ...
Chocolate, Candy Makers Call for Sugar Program Reform During National Candy Month
Washington, DC — National Candy Month is a time to reflect on classic American manufacturing success stories that include strong leadership from America’s foremost chocolate and candy companies when it comes to helping people manage their sugar intake. The National Confectioners Association (NCA) is at ...
Online Gallery Showcases 360+ Most Innovative New Product Award Submissions
Washington, DC — A complete gallery of all of the more than 360 products submitted for the 2017 Sweets & Snacks Expo Most Innovative New Product Awards is now available on the trade show’s website — SweetsandSnacks.com. The site is anchored by photos of the ...
New Haribo Plant Means Jobs For Wisconsin
Rosemont, IL — Building its first U.S. manufacturing facility, Haribo of America, Inc., part of Germany’s Haribo GmbH, anticipates the project will be complete by 2020 and cost approximately $242 million. The plant will be located in Kenosha County, in southeast Wisconsin, and is expected to employ ...
Dollar General Names Wenkoff CIO
Goodlettsville, TN — Carman Wenkoff has been named executive vice-president and chief information officer (CIO) for Dollar General Corp., replacing retiring Ryan Boone. Wenkoff brings considerable experience to the position, having successfully implemented digital strategies, and payment and loyalty solutions at retail, Dollar General ...
Specialty Retailer IT’SUGAR Sold To BBX Capital For $57M
Fort Lauderdale, FL — IT’SUGAR, LLC has been purchased by BBX Capital Corp. for a approximately $57 million, net of cash acquired. Headquartered in Deerfield Beach, FL, IT’SUGAR is reported to be the largest specialty candy retailer in the U.S. with 95 locations in 26 ...
Amazon To Buy Whole Foods
Seattle — Amazon.com, Inc. and Whole Foods Market, Inc. have entered into a definitive merger agreement in which the online giant will purchase the natural and organics grocer for an estimated $13.7 billion. Analysis firm Mergermarket notes it is the biggest deal in grocery ...
Nestle Exploring Sale Of U.S. Confection Business
Glendale, CA — Nestlé SA says it is exploring strategic options for its U.S. confectionery business, including the possibility of selling the business unit. The company reports the covers only the U.S. market only and is expected to be completed by the end of ...
Mars Investment Demonstrates Economic Impact Of Confectionery Sector
Hackettstown, NJ — A $70 million investment in Mars Chocolate North America’s U.S. supply chain demonstrates the candy giant’s long-standing commitment to American manufacturing and innovation, and shows just how important the confectionery category is to the U.S. economy. The company says the move will add an ...
Aldi Earmarks $3.4B To Grow U.S. Store Count
Batavia, IL — Doubling down on its aggressive growth strategy, Aldi Inc. is investing an additional $3.4 billion to increase its U.S. store count, with the goal of operating 2,500 locations nationwide by 2022. Overall, the retailer is investing $5 billion in new and ...
Americans Celebrate National Candy Month in June
Contact: Chris Gindlesperger 202-534-1440 WASHINGTON (June 12, 2017) — June is National Candy Month, and the National Confectioners Association will be helping Americans celebrate by highlighting sweet innovation in chocolate, candy, gum and mints, and spotlighting the men and women who make the special ...
National Candy Month Highlights Innovation, People
Washington, DC — Highlighting innovation in chocolate, candy, gum and mints, and spotlighting the men and women who make confectionery products are at the heart of NCA’s National Candy Month celebrations this month. The planned events follow closely on the announcement by several of America’s leading confectionery companies that ...
2017 Expo Sets Attendance Record
Washington — For the second consecutive year the Sweets & Snacks Expo has set an attendance record, with more than 18,000 professionals from almost 90 countries turning out for North America’s largest candy and snack trade event, NCA reports. In addition to growing attendance, ...
Jim Sconza Passes
Oakdale, CA — Jim Sconza, former president and CEO of Sconza Candy Co. and son of founder Vincenzo, has passed away. He led the family business for more than half a century, stepping down from his president and CEO role in 2012 to serve ...
7th Street Brand Expands Pearson’s Range
St. Paul, MN — It has been almost six years since Pearson’s Candy Co.’s acquisition by Brynwood Partners VI L.P. In those years the company has undergone tremendous changes, updating the packaging on its iconic Salted Nut Roll, Bun Bar, Mint Patties, and Nut ...
Hickory Harvest Expands Ohio Manufacturing Facility
Akron, OH – Hickory Harvest Foods has added 17,000 square feet of manufacturing space to its Akron, OH facility. According to the company, the nut and snack manufacturing plant expansion was done to accommodate growth of the company’s chocolate line, which includes enrobed pretzels and panned fruits and nuts. “Products ...
Ferrero Bringing Kinder Joy To U.S.
Chicago — One of the most popular products on the international market is preparing to hit U.S. shores, as Ferrero USA, Inc. launches Kinder Joy, a new take on the iconic chocolate and toy item. Unlike the original line, which finds the toy surprise tucked ...
Topps’ Jacobs On The Importance Of Industry’s PAC
Chicago — In the contemptuous environment of current DC politics, delivering the honest message of the industry over the din of special interests is becoming increasingly difficult. This makes strengthening of NCA’s CandyPAC absolutely critical for getting the category’s concerns heard on Capitol Hill, ...
Mars’ Massey Details Calorie Reduction, Transparency Commitment
Mars Chocolate North America and Wm. Wrigley Jr. Co. are investing more than $200 million in the industry commitment, introduced at the Partnership for a Healthier America (PHA) summit, to provide consumers with more options and clearer labeling to meet their health and well-being ...
At Premier Industry Event, Chocolate and Candy Companies Announce Plans to Help Consumers Manage Sugar Intake
Industry Leadership Highlighted as Trend in the Innovative World of Treats and Snacks Washington, D.C. (May 22, 2017) – As its annual trade show, the Sweets & Snacks Expo, kicks off this week in Chicago, Ill., the National Confectioners Association is proud to unveil ...
Candymakers Commit To Helping Consumers Make Informed Choices
Washington — This afternoon the four biggest global confectionery companies and America’s largest non-chocolate candy company, in cooperation with the Partnership for a Healthier America (PHA), revealed details of a voluntary industry commitment to provide consumers with information, options and support as they enjoy their ...
Millennials Reward Retailers With Higher Brand Equity Than Older Generations
New York — Compared with older generations, millennials award higher brand equity to all retail channels, except hardware and home stores, according to The Harris Poll. Noting millennials are breathing life into retail, the polling firm reports that while brand equity in retail has ...
NCA Debuting Tech-Driven Destination Retail At Expo
Washington — Attendees at this year’s Sweets & Snacks Expo will have the chance to explore the latest technology and merchandising vehicles that drive consumer engagement at the new Destination Retail, NCA reports. Encompassing the Merchandising Gallery of Success, the special section will be ...
2017 Sweets & Snacks Expo Sells Out
Washington — For the fifth consecutive year, the Sweets & Snacks Expo has sold out and a waiting list has been started, NCA reports. Celebrating its 20th anniversary, the show will host more than 800 companies and welcome in excess of 17,000 industry professionals ...
Supervalu, United Grocers Enter Into Merger Agreement
Minneapolis — Bringing together two complementary organizations with roughly $16 billion in combined 2016 sales, Supervalu, Inc. has begun the process of acquiring and merging with United Grocers, Inc. in a deal valued at approximately $375 million, the purchasing firm reports. The combined companies ...
Mars Investing $70M In U.S. Production Sites
Hackettstown, NJ — Mars Chocolate North America is investing $70 million in its U.S. supply chain, adding approximately 250 jobs at sites across the country, the candymaker reports. Demonstrating its dedication to U.S. manufacturing, this investment builds upon the $1 billion Mars has put ...
Candy Hall Of Fame Class Of 2017 Revealed
Cleveland — Eleven industry leaders will be recognized with induction into the Candy Hall of Fame in Tampa, FL, on Saturday, October 14. The Candy Hall of Fame is the industry’s most prestigious honor, recognizing individuals who have dedicated their careers to giving back ...
U.S. Consumers Want Chocolate At Easter
Washington, DC — When it comes to Easter baskets, close to 90 percent include chocolate or candy, according NCA. “Americans enjoy having chocolate and candy to help make celebrations like Easter even more fun and special,” says John Downs, president & CEO of NCA. “Consumers understand the unique ...
Haribo Selects Wisconsin Site For First U.S. Factory
Rosemont, IL — Haribo of America Inc. will build its first U.S. factory in Kenosha County, located in southeastern Wisconsin, the company reports. The candymaker purchased the property after several years of searching for a location, according to Rick LaBerge, executive vice-president and COO ...
Leading Chocolate, Cocoa Firms Partner To End Deforestation
London — Twelve of the world’s leading chocolate and cocoa companies have agreed to collective actions aimed at ending deforestation and forest degradation in the cocoa supply chain, with an initial focus on Ivory Coast and Ghana. The agreement was reached at an event organized ...
Ferrero Acquiring Fannie May Confections
Carle Place, NY — Ferrero International S.A. has entered into definitive agreement to purchase all the outstanding equity of Fannie May Confections Brands, Inc., including subsidiaries Fannie May Confections, Inc. and Harry London Candies, Inc., from 1-800-Flowers.com, Inc., the company reports. As part of ...
TNA Buys Mogul Supplier NID
Sydney, Australia — Food processing and packaging equipment supplier TNA Solutions Pty. Ltd., has purchased NID Pty. Ltd., a manufacturer of starch moulding equipment. The acquisition is part of TNA’s long-term strategic plan of becoming a single-source supplier to the confectionery industry. Mark Lozano, TNA divisional sales manager – North America, who ...
Small Business Innovator Recognition Added To Expo Product Awards
Washington — At this year’s Sweets & Snacks Expo, NCA is adding a Small Business Innovator category to its Most Innovative New Product Awards program, the Association reports. The recognition was added after retailer and attendee feedback showed a need to distinguish smaller candymakers. ...
Hershey Making Leadership Changes As Buck Takes Helm
Hershey, PA — The Hershey Co. is promoting Todd Tillemans, Steven Schiller and Terry O’ Day as part of the new executive leadership team as Michele Buck prepares to take over as president and CEO on March 1, the candymaker reports. Tillemans has been ...
Global Cocoa Market To See Moderate Growth
Valley Cottage, NY — The worldwide cocoa market is projected to increase 3.4 percent, compounded annually through 2026, to total some $14.5 billion, according to Future Market Insights. Deterrents to market growth include unsuitable weather conditions, poor farm management and neglecting to adopt modern ...
Mondelez Shares Growth Strategy, Unveils Well-Being Brand Véa
Boca Raton, FL — Focusing on its portfolio, reducing costs and investing for growth to drive long-term sustainable gains are Mondelez International, Inc.’s three strategies to increases sales, the company revealed at the Consumer Analyst Group of New York Conference. “We’re one of the few ...
Sixlets Brand Supports Youth Bowling Program
Arlington, TX – SweetWorks Confections, LLC’s Sixlets brand has signed on as the presenting sponsor of the 2017 USA Bowling National Championships, a youth event organized by International Bowling Campus Youth Development. The USA Bowling National Championships will take place July 19 to 22 in Cleveland, and the title matches ...
‘Eye Opener’ Sessions Added To Expo Education Offerings
Washington — NCA is launching 30-minute “Eye Opener” education sessions running prior to show hours during the Sweets & Snacks Expo, offering attendees actionable insights on a variety of category-specific topics. These sessions will take place on the first and second days of the ...
Fred’s Promotes Felice-Dooley, Adds To Senior Management
Memphis, TN — Fred’s Inc. has promoted Kimberley Felice-Dooley to senior vice-president, merchandising — consumables, the retailer reports. In addition, the company has appointed Gregory Froton to senior vice-president, merchandising — general merchandise, and has named Steve Wuebker senior vice-president, supply chain. Felice-Dooley, who ...
Dollar General Expands Into North Dakota
Hankinson, ND — Marking the 44th state it operates in, Dollar General Corp. has opened its first location in North Dakota, with six additional stores to debut in the state this year, the retailer reports. In addition, the company reports it is exploring other sites ...
Sweets & Snacks Expo Earns “Fastest 50” Honors
Washington DC — The Sweets & Snacks Expo, hosted by the NCA, has been recognized as one of Trade Show Executive magazine’s fastest-growing shows. The Expo earned a place in three of the magazine’s rankings, being named to the 50 fastest-growing shows based on number of exhibiting companies, ...
Survey Says… Chocolate Is What Americans Want for Valentine’s Day
WASHINGTON, D.C. (February 1, 2017) – Chocolate and candy are what Americans want most for Valentine’s Day according to a national survey by the National Confectioners Association. “Candy plays an important role in helping people celebrate special occasions like Valentine’s Day and is enjoyed ...
70% Of U.S. Shoppers To Give Candy, Chocolate This Valentine’s Day
Washington — An NCA survey reveals that 70 percent of U.S. consumers are planning to give chocolate or candy this Valentine’s Day, sharing with one to three loved ones. In addition, 94 percent of Americans say they want chocolate and candy for the holiday, ...
The Future of Our Industry
One of my favorite initiatives since I began my tenure at NCA has been the establishment of the Future Leadership Program. Launched last year, the program provides support, education, access and opportunity to young professionals who wish to advance into the ranks of leadership ...
Study Finds Sugar Limits Based On ‘Low’ Quality Evidence
Philadelphia — A study in the Annals of Internal Medicine has called into question official advice around limiting sugar in the diet, as the recommendations were based on “low” and “very low” quality evidence, The Atlantic reports in an article examining the dangers of ...
NCA Names Future Leadership Program Class Of 2017
Washington, DC – Five young professionals have been selected for NCA’s 2017 Future Leadership Program, including an emerging entrepreneur, several individuals who work for storied confectionery manufacturers, and a rising confectionery broker. The 2017 Future Leadership Program class is: Becca Mandru, Carlin Group; Kate McAleer, Bixby & Co.; Ross Rutherford, Star Brands ...
Kroger’s Groth, Walgreen’s Rinker Earn Category Awards
Washington, DC – Christina Groth and Brian Rinker are the 2017 Confectionery Leadership Award winners. The honor comes from the National Confectioners Association in partnership with Candy & Snack TODAY magazine and celebrates Groth’s and Rinker’s contributions to the category through their effective business collaboration, ...
Little Debbie, Clif Bar Make Expo Debut
Washington, DC – McKee Foods, maker of Little Debbie snacks, and Clif Bar & Co. will exhibit for the first time at the 2017 Sweets & Snacks Expo, according to NCA, which owns the event. McKee Foods was founded during the height of the Great Depression when O.D. McKee began ...
Smarties Candy Donates $25K For Classroom Projects
Union, NJ — Smarties Candy Co. has given $25,000 for classroom projects being presented at donorschoose.org as part of the company’s Smarties Think! initiative. The funds will be used to purchase much needed materials and experiences for students in more than 100 public school ...
Organic, Sugarfree To Drive Industrial Chocolate Market
London — The global industrial chocolate market is anticipated to grow 3 percent by 2021, with consumer demand for organic and sugarfree options, coupled with opportunities in emerging economies, prompting the growth, according to researcher Technavio. During the past year, some 2.5 million tons ...
Philbin At Helm Of Dollar Tree; Mac Naughton Leads Family Dollar
Chesapeake, VA — Gary Philbin has been promoted to enterprise president of Dollar Tree, Inc., responsible for store operations, merchandising, marketing and real estate across all banners including Dollar Tree, Family Dollar and Dollar Tree Canada. He continues to report to Bob Sasser, CEO of Dollar ...
Small Business Owners Optimistic Going Into 2017
Framingham, MA — Small business owners say 2017 is going to be a good year, based on the Staples National Small Business Survey, conducted by Wakefield Research. The survey finds 85 percent of American small business owners are “optimistic” about the small business climate in the new year, while ...
Digitally Printed Packs Support Launch Of Chocolate Bar Line
Cleveland — A new chocolate bar line from Chocolate Chocolate Chocolate Co. is set to take a bite out of the growing chocolate bar market by launching 10 uniquely flavored products. According to the company, to reflect its brand’s identity, the packaging needed to exude a “craft” image – artisan, handmade ...
Increased Adoption, Global Retail Expansion Driving Self-Checkout Market
London — With large retailers such as Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. and The Kroger Co. expanding worldwide, coupled with improved technology and convenience, the global market for self-checkout terminals is expected to grow 18 percent in the coming five years, according researcher Technavio. “The increasing ...
Buck Named Hershey President, CEO
Hershey, PA — Michele Buck, currently executive vice-president and CCO for The Hershey Co., will take over John P. Bilbrey’s positions of president and CEO as he is set to retire. Buck, who will step into the new role officially on March 1, has ...
Why Demand Planning Still Needs A Human Touch
Despite technology introduced to help companies better manage their supply chains, manufacturers continue to need skilled analysts, argues Barry Callebaut USA LLC’s Felix Koch. He reveals the background and development of what is surely an art form, providing valuable advice from the world’s largest ...
Confectionery Ingredient Market To Hit $76.8B By 2021
New York — Confectionery ingredient sales are expected to grow 6.2 percent, compounded annually, between this year and 2021 to reach some $76 billion, according to researcher MarketsandMarkets. Increasing demand from the heavily segmented confectionery industry as well as growing use in other categories, such ...
Consumer Demand Grows For Seasonal Chocolates
Rockville, MD — In addition to providing retailers with incremental opportunities, seasonal chocolates are seeing more demand from consumers, according to Packaged Facts. Nearly 40 percent of shoppers bought from the segment this year, up from 27 percent in 2014. Further, it’s not just ...
Retail Trends Revealed For 2017
Stamford, CT — Today’s consumers are looking for something new when it comes to their retail experience, and there are several essential trends that retailers will need to embrace in 2017 if they want to engage with their shoppers. Daymon, which provides global retail ...
Snyder’s-Lance Sells Culinary Nut Business
Charlotte, NC — Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. has agreed to sell its Diamond of California culinary nut business to Blue Road Capital. The sale aligns with Snyder’s-Lance’s strategy to focus more resources on the growth opportunities for its core brands, according to the company. Specific terms of the transaction, expected to close ...
Moderation Message Rings True For Holidays
Washington DC — Confectionery and snacks play a part in holiday celebrations for many Americans. As the season begins, NCA President & CEO John Downs answers questions related to the unique role chocolate, candy, gum and mints play in holiday traditions and celebrations and the opportunity to reinforce ...
2017 Marks 20 Years For Sweets & Snacks Expo
Washington, DC — The largest candy and snack show in North America, the Sweets & Snacks Expo, is celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2017. In 1997, the National Confectioners Association introduced the show under its original name — All Candy Expo — with a vision of bringing manufacturers, ...
NACS: Economic Optimism Hits Record High
Alexandria, VA — More Americans today are optimistic about the economy than they have been in the nearly four years, according to results of a national consumer survey released by the National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS). Respondents report they intend to drive and spend more ...
6 Holiday Trends To Watch For In 2016
Worthington, OH – Experience gifts, online shopping and a slight drop in spending are among insights for the 2016 holiday season offered by Prosper Insights & Analytics. Pam Goodfellow, principal analyst and consumer insights director for Prosper, notes anxiety and frustration regarding the 2016 presidential ...
Pack Expo 2016: A Confectioners Guide
Chicago — One of the world’s largest processing and packaging shows, Pack Expo 2016, annually showcases the latest and greatest innovations for candy and snack manufacturers. Attracting more than 2,000 exhibiting companies and 50,000 attendees there is plenty to see, including the NCA-sponsored Confectionery Pavilion, ...
NRF Confirms Conservative Holiday Spending Projections
Washington — The National Retail Federation (NRF) reports a quarter of shoppers say the election will impact winter holiday spending plans, while 43 percent say they’ll be more cautious when making seasonal purchases. This backs up recent reports from Information Resources Inc. projecting restrained ...
Bubble Gum: A Flavor, Format Game
Steeped in nostalgia harkening back to sock hops and the invention of the American teenager, bubble gum has long carried a special place in the minds of consumers. However, the love affair with gum overall has dimmed in recent years with sales slowing in ...
Chocolate Brownie Candy Parfaits
This month we teamed up with Courtney at Sweet Tooth Sweet Life for Halloween. Courtney is a mom, food lover, fitness fan, and an amazing baker. BUT, our favorite thing about Courtney is that she loves all things sweet and she writes about candy pretty ...
Parents Are Joining the Candy Industry In Embracing Moderation This Halloween
This article first appeared on Medium.com where I will be posting periodic opinion pieces in the future. Halloween is a festive time for people of all ages filled with fun events and sweet treats. At the National Confectioners Association, Halloween is a time for celebration. Whether ...
Hershey CEO Bilbrey To Retire, Successor Being Sought
Hershey, PA — John P. Bilbrey, chairman, president and chief executive officer of The Hershey Co. intends to retire effective July 1, 2017, the company reports. Following his retirement, Bilbrey will continue as non-executive chairman of Hershey’s Board of Directors. “I have had the privilege of working in consumer packaged goods for more ...
Mars, Wrigley To Combine In Single Business Unit
McLean, VA — Mars, Inc. is intending to combine its chocolate business with the operations of Wm. Wrigley Jr. Co., establishing Mars Wrigley Confectionery, in an effort to deliver greater value to its customers as well as to better address consumer trends and insights ...
NRF Predicts Halloween Spending To Hit Record $8.4B
Washington — The National Retail Federation (NRF) is projecting candy sales for this coming Halloween to reach $2.5 billion and overall spending for the holiday to hit a record $8.4 billion. The trade group predicts that U.S. shoppers will spend an average of $82.94, ...
Food Truck Trend Hits Snack Aisle
When thoughts turned to potato chip flavor innovation at Wise Foods, Inc., executives looked to a platform that’s trusted, trending and offers great taste experiences — food trucks. “Food trucks can be anything, and they’re increasing our food variety,” explains Jeremy Bjork, chief marketing ...
Confectionery Leadership Award Nominations Open
Washington — Nominations are now being accepted for the 2017 Confectionery Leadership Awards, which were established through collaboration with NCA and Candy & Snack TODAY to honor individuals working in retail and wholesale that go above and beyond to promote the category. Association members ...
Improving Cocoa Farmers’ Financial Position Focus of ICCO Study
London — The International Cocoa Organization (ICCO) is reviewing options to source additional funding to support cocoa farmers, based on findings revealed in its Study on the Establishment of a Cocoa Sustainability Fund. The cocoa economy faces several severe challenges, including low yields and ...
AAFES, Dollar General Buyers Honored For Commitment To Category
As a result of their resolve to raise the profile of confectionery at retail and their dedication to the industry, Jennifer Dilts, senior buyer, candy and snacks for Dollar General Corp., and Julie Bierman, senior buyer, retail food for Army & Air Force Exchange ...
Hershey Makes Progress On Ingredient Transition, Transparency
Hershey, PA — The Hershey Co. has reached several milestones in its transition to offering products with familiar ingredients, according to Michele Buck, executive vice-president & chief operating officer. Some of the progress includes reformulating more than 500 product SKUs to simpler ingredients including ...
McLane Launches Mobile Ordering App
Temple, TX — Premium Order Management Suite, a mobile app for Android and Apple devices, is McLane Co., Inc.’s latest digital solution to streamline ordering, receiving, inventory and deliver management and reclamation. The company reports the app can help retailers lower cost and increase ...
Brazil Rises As Confectionery Market Hot Spot
Rio De Janeiro — As the eyes of the world are on Brazil with the Olympic games this summer, so too are the eyes of the confectionery world, which sees a growing market from the South American country. Brazil is the sixth largest confectionery ...
Food Gifting Market To Rise In 2016
Rockville, MD — Gifting food is rising in popularity, and not just for the major four holidays, as many shoppers are sending consumables “just because” and for “Hallmark holidays,” according to Packaged Facts. As a result, the food gifting market is anticipated to grow 3.5 ...
Twitter Stickers Connect Brands, Consumers
San Francisco — Twitter is introducing stickers to its mobile app following suite from other social media platforms such as Snapchat and Instagram, but where Twitter differs from the competition is its sponsored partnerships starting with PepsiCo, Inc. brands. Users on Twitter can now ...
President Obama Signed The GMO Bill Into Law: Now What?
Washington — On Friday, July 29, President Barack Obama signed into law Senate Bill 764. The new piece of legislation instructs the Secretary of Agriculture to establish a national bioengineered food disclosure standard within the next two years, according to the White House in ...
Forrest E. Mars, Jr. Passes Away At Age 84
McLean, VA — Forrest E. Mars, Jr. passed away July 26 at the age of 84. He spent almost his entire career in the family business, Mars, Incorporated, most recently as its president. He is survived by his wife, four children, 11 grandchildren, two ...
Global Processed Snack Sales To Grow 5% Annually
London — The global market for processed snacks, which include items such as extruded products and tortilla chips, is expected to grow 5 percent, compounded annually, in the coming four years, according to market researcher Technavio. “The main attributes driving the market are growing ...
Study: Afternoon Is Peak Sweet Snacking Time
Minneapolis — The results of a study conducted by General Mills Convenience & Foodservice shows that the afternoon is the most common time consumers look for indulgent snacks in convenience stores and those purchases are usually unplanned. General Mills, Inc.’s study sought to better ...
Sweetie Grows Candy Business
When Tom Scheiman was looking to expand B.A. Sweetie Candy Co. Inc., he was thinking big. His ambitions became reality this past year with the purchase of warehouse space where the store’s square footage doubled and its shelving capacity grew monumentally. In addition, SKUs ...
Back-To-School Spending To Hit $75.8B
Washington — The National Retail Federation (NRF) is anticipating back-to-school spending to reach $75.8 billion this year, up from $68 billion in 2015, according to the trade organization. While consumers are still seeking bargains for back-to-school, they are less worried about the economy in ...
Snack Cake Sector Driven By Indulgence
Shopper demand for indulgent products isn’t slowing, as evidenced by the more than 75 percent household penetration rate for snack cakes, according to Ellen Copaken, vice-president of marketing for Hostess Brands, LLC. While 45 percent of U.S. consumers claim nutritional value is the most ...
Gen Z Prefers In-Store To Online Shopping
San Diego — Despite growing up in a digital world, 64 percent of Generation Z — consumers ages 14 to 19 — prefer shopping brick-and-mortar retailers as opposed to online, according to retail and experiential marketing firm Interactions. In fact, three-quarters of the demographic ...
Frito-Lay Is Taking Its Brands Beyond Retail
New York — In 2012, Frito-Lay, Inc. launched a rather unconventional product in an unexpected place — Doritos Locos Tacos at Taco Bell. Four years later, the company is taking the lessons from that highly successful campaign and applying them across a range of snacks to extend ...
Extruded Snacks: Puffing Up Sales
Offering shoppers a plethora of innovative flavor introductions, some better-for-you attributes and other health halos, extruded snacks have begun garnering more attention at retail. The sector falls within the salty snack segment, which this past year increased dollar sales nearly 4 percent and units ...
Senate Passes GMO Labeling Bill
Washington — The U.S. Senate approved legislation yesterday for a mandatory disclosure of genetically engineered ingredients by a vote of 63 to 30. NCA reports the bill gives consumers consistent and transparent labeling, while granting manufacturers the ability to choose how to best convey ...
Industry Offers Insights On Packaging Trends
Cleveland — Interest in natural and organic sourcing for ingredients is spilling over into packaging trends with consumers demonstrating a preference for both product visibility and eco-friendly packaging materials, according to Candy & Snack TODAY sources at the recent Sweets & Snacks Expo. The ...
The Truth About Retail Checkout
Recent data from market research company IRI shows consumers are embracing moderation at checkout. For every 10 trips consumers make to retail stores, on average they purchase candy at checkout less than one time. This comes on the heels of a report from vocal ...
Coalition For Sugar Reform Continues To Grow
Washington, DC – BullSugar.org is the newest organization to join the Coalition for Sugar Reform in its efforts to reform the U.S. sugar program. BullSugar.org is dedicated to protecting Florida’s waterways, which the group states have been devastated by sugar-producing operations. “Stopping the damage that is being ...
Hershey Rejects Mondelez’s Acquisition Offer
Hershey, PA — The Hershey Co.’s board of directors have turned down the preliminary, non-binding offer from Mondelez International, Inc. to acquire the candymaker for a mix of cash and stock considerations totaling $107 per share, Hershey reports. The board of directors, with input ...
Taxpayers Protection Alliance Joins Fight For Sugar Reform
Washington — The Taxpayers Protection Alliance (TPA) has joined the Coalition For Sugar Reform in its crusade to get Congress to reform U.S. sugar policy. “The United States sugar program reminds taxpayers that crony capitalism is alive and well in Washington, DC,” says David Williams, ...
Candy Industry Continues to Sweeten Lives in Baltimore
An Op-Ed by Mitchell Goetze This month, Baltimoreans celebrate National Candy Month, where we will enjoy the tasty treats of caramels, candy and chocolate. It is also a time to share the stories that do not always get mentioned about candy, like our economic impact ...
Senate Makes Progress On GMO Labeling
Washington — Senate Agriculture Committee Chairman Pat Roberts (R-KS) and ranking member Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) have reached an agreement on national disclosure standards for genetically engineered foods with a few key provisions having a major impacting the industry, according to NCA. First, the agreement ...
Airheads Marks 30th Anniversary With Cincinnati Event, Giveaways
Cincinnati — In addition to a special birthday cake variety, Perfetti van Melle USA Inc. celebrated 30 years of the Airheads brand with a special event in its hometown at Cincinnati’s Smale Riverfront Park this past weekend. The occasion featured product giveaways, live music and ...
Sugar Subsidies Are Destroying U.S. Manufacturing Jobs
This morning, an opinion piece I authored for Real Clear Markets was published. The text of the op-ed is below, or you can read the piece on the publication’s website. How U.S. Sugar Subsidies Are Destroying U.S. Manufacturing Jobs by John Downs The story ...
U.S. Representatives Walorski, Kuster Launch Congressional Candy Caucus In Conjunction With National Candy Month
WASHINGTON (June 16, 2016) – U.S. Representatives Jackie Walorski (R-IN) and Annie Kuster (D-NH) today announced the establishment of the Congressional Candy Caucus, which recognizes and highlights the economic impact, responsibility commitments and community involvement of candy manufacturers in all 50 states. The Congressional ...
National Candy Month Member Feature: Smarties Candy Company
All month NCA is celebrating National Candy Month (#NationalCandyMonth) by profiling some of the people who make our industry so special. Liz Dee, along with her sister and cousin, is part of the next generation of leadership for Smarties Candy Company. Just because there’s ...
Government Data Shows Americans Consume Candy in Moderation
WASHINGTON, June 15, 2016 — There’s no confusion among consumers when it comes to understanding the unique role that confections can play in a happy, balanced lifestyle, and they are choosing their moment to enjoy them in moderation, according to the National Confectioners Association. Most people ...
Hershey Highlights Progress In Social Responsibility Initiatives
Hershey, PA — This past year, The Hershey Co. made progress in its social responsibility programs, including sourcing half of its cocoa from certified sustainable sources, according to the candymaker’s 2015 Corporate Social Responsibility Report. Other achievements the company reached this past year include ...
While the sector conjures up thoughts of Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day and other traditional gift-giving holidays, boxed chocolate suppliers are rethinking product attributes, packaging and the calendar to drive sales. These efforts are an attempt to reverse softening sales, as dollar results were down ...
Licorice Lassoes Some Reinvention
While licorice manufacturers are sticking to the gold standard of red and black varieties, nearly all have also branched out to deliver new flavor blends. This trend, along with premiumization, bite-size pieces and clean ingredient profiles, is driving innovation in this classic market segment. ...
Kimmie Candy Wins Presidential Export Award
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How Australia's Ageing Population Will Impact Our Industries
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How Australia’s Ageing Population Will Impact Our Industries
Posted June 13, 2018, by Career FAQs team
The Australian Government predicts that people aged 65 and over will comprise 22 per cent of the population by 2056.
This means that over the next 38 years we can expect our retirement-aged population to increase by nearly 5 million people.
Such a demographic shift is going to present the country with a range of challenges. But where there are challenges, there are also opportunities.
The ageing population will influence how a wide range of industries operate in the future. And those industries will need adaptive, agile and creative professionals to innovate and find solutions to the challenges faced.
So how are some of these industries preparing for that future? And what sort of issues will the students of today be tackling when they enter the workforce?
Connecting older people to communities
Social work plays a key role in helping people retain a good quality of life as they get older. Robin Harvey, a lecturer in the Master of Gerontology at Charles Sturt University (CSU), explained some of the key aspects that social workers in the future will face with regards to an ageing population.
“A key thing for elderly people is the capacity to stay in their home. This is what most people want to do, and what the government would like them to do as well because it is cheaper to look after older people in their own homes than provide full residential care for them.
But in order for that to work well, you need communities that have resources that can sustain people. That means things like suitable housing for older people, ensuring the walkability of the community, sufficient public transport (particularly in rural areas), and good internet connections to help people stay in touch with one another.
That’s all important for healthy social connections. Social isolation is very detrimental to health. And older people have a lot to contribute. Lots of people in retirement have time and experience to offer. But if they are restricted from getting around or communicating effectively, not only do they suffer from social isolation, their expertise is underutilised.
Social workers are involved in helping people and communities with these issues, and advocating for policies and resources that ensure it can happen.”
Ms Harvey also pointed out that such considerations actually benefit communities as a whole.
“Improving these things is not just about elderly people; the things you would do for them would have multiple values across different social sectors. Better, cheaper public transport, for instance, would help elderly people, but also mean that lower income families and mothers with young children could get around more easily – again reducing social isolation and aiding a sense of community. What benefits older people is often good for all of us.”
Shifts in demographics means healthcare expands
The ageing population will also present career opportunities in the field of healthcare – from gerontology to nursing – as outlined by Maree Bernoth, Associate Professor of Nursing at CSU.
“The growing number of older people means that healthcare workers can work with people from preconception right through the lifespan so that patients have quality of life throughout their lives. That’s exciting for healthcare workers. More people living longer is a sign of a successful society, but we want people to age so they don’t have co-morbidities and chronic health problems that some of our current older cohort of people have.
“And as we understand more about the ageing process and effects on it through research, frontline healthcare staff like nurses can help people apply this knowledge to ensure their quality of life, such as health promotion about lifestyle choices as we age.”
Solving the challenges of Australia’s future
As the nature of Australia’s population changes, industries will need to adapt. And having skilled, innovative professionals in those industries will be the major reason why they will rise to the challenges ahead – and ensure Australia’s ageing population gets the quality of life it deserves.
This article was produced for Career FAQs by Charles Sturt University.
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Special brew to shout about
REAL ale lovers in Mid Cheshire have got something to shout about.
Northern Brewing, based at Blakemere Craft Centre, launched its latest concoction, 'For Crying Out Loud', on Wednesday to mark the approaching British Town Crier Championships event.
The bell-ringing bonanza will be held in the courtyard at the Sandiway craft centre on Saturday, June 23.
The brewery has been busy infusing, fermenting and mixing to come up with just the right flavour to wet the criers' vocal cords.
Each contestant will be given a bottle, complete with specially designed labels featuring Vale Royal town criers David and Julie Mitchell.
The secret mix is in the hands of chief brewer Mike Hill who is keeping his formula a closely guarded secret. 'We are planning a pale, hoppy ale, probably about 4.2%,' he said.
It is the first time the Town Crier British Championships has been staged in Vale Royal and promises to be an ear splitting extravaganza.
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I am honored to be part of a team comprised of teachers, staff, parents and students who want to achieve great things. It takes a hard working team to ensure that a student’s learning experience is a successful one. The goal in the Elementary Department is to align teaching with the school’s mission statement in order to ensure that each student’s educational and personal development is maximized.
CSDR entrusted with the education of children. CSDR Elementary Department teachers spend hours planning and creating classroom activities to engage students in learning. The Elementary Department utilizes research-based best practices and analyze academic data in order to see growth and improvement and set goals for each student’s Individualized Education Plan (IEPs).
Students in CSDR’s K-5 program are taught using state-approved curriculum that adheres to the California State Core Curriculum Standards. Along with on-site Curriculum and Teacher Specialists, the Elementary Department has developed a strong educational program that addresses each child’s unique academic, social and emotional needs.
To meet student’s language needs, instruction follows the ASL/English bilingual philosophy. This allows content to be taught through both academic and social ASL and English in order for students to develop competencies in both their first and natural language (ASL) as well as their second language (written English), as it is critical to their academic success.
I invite you to join me in experiencing the pride I hold for the history that CSDR has established and the hope for what I know the future holds! Come and see how Language and Learning Thrives here!!
EDUCATIONAL AND SPECIAL PROGRAMS
Refer to the Student section to peruse the different components of CSDR’s educational program that are provided to supplement the educational program. Technology also plays an important role in the support the educational program. There is a 1:1 iPad deployment with educational apps, programs and curricular support to supplement classroom instruction. In addition, Elementary Department offers unique and exciting academic events and activities: ASL competitions, school assemblies, class performances, Author’s Chair, Math Olympiad, Science Fair/Camp to name just a few. Elementary Department also gets our students involved in Character Counts! to inspire students to become responsible learners who care about themselves, their community, and others.
Cubs Honors
Students are recognized for academic achievements, displaying their best efforts in class, exhibiting excellent character, and being a role model for others at the end of semester Cubs Honor Assembly. Students and teacher look forward to this assembly at the end of each semester, to congratulate and celebrate one another for their outstanding accomplishments as Elementary students!
ASL Competition
Each year, students take part in national ASL competitions, whether it is to showcase their storytelling abilities, their poetry skills or their mastery in Deaf art. The ASL competition season starts at the department level with winners becoming national level entries. With the support and help of their teachers and CSDR ASL specialists, students work on their entries – editing and perfecting, throughout the year. There is nothing more prideful than seeing CSDR students excel in the area of language and culture!
Elementary students experience the excitement of sharing their writing with an audience during Author’s Chair. Using the latest technology, students project their work on a screen for everyone in the department to see. The writing has already gone through editing and revisions in the classroom, allowing students to receive positive feedback on their final drafts. There are many benefits to this special event. For example, it provides a purpose for students to be creative and to do their best work. It also teaches students the concept of authorship and pride in their creations. Students learn how to share work in front of an audience, and the audience participants learn to show proper recognition to the authors. It is a fun event for everyone involved!
Science Fair/Camp
As one of the core academic areas, CSDR hosts an annual Science event in order to provide opportunities for students to rekindle their imaginations and apply scientific method to conduct research. In the past CSDR has held Science Fair competitions and even an on-campus Science camp. Moving forward, the Elementary Department will be timing our Science Fair competition with the CSDR Middle School program so that students see their own future in Science.
Nothing can be more fun than a friendly competition among peers to help develop a healthy sense of sportsmanship. All grade levels participate in a spelling bee competition to prepare them for the big one once they arrive in 4th and 5th Grades. Spelling bees help promote literacy as it engages students in reading and writing. Students not only increase their vocabulary but also develop cognitive abilities, learning strategies and confidence.
Mathematical creativity and mastery is the purpose for a Math Olympiad that is held in the spring. The goal of the Math Olympiad is to develop problem-solving and critical thinking skills and nourish student’s love for math. Mathematical concepts taught throughout the school year are put to test. Students are rewarded with a sense of accomplishment and possibly a medal.
100 Mile Club / Turkey Trot
Elementary Department students have proudly been involved in the 100 mile club for several years now. During the week, students are offered the opportunity to run and earn the coveted 100 Mile status. Students proudly wear their 100 Mile shirts and display their accomplishments as they achieve them. Students are recognized at our monthly assemblies when they hit the 25, 50, 75 and 100 mile mark! Because running and fun are encouraged in our department, the Elementary Department hosts a Turkey Trot each year as a way of fundraising for the department. If interested, mark your calendar; it is always the Friday before our Fall break!
5th Grade Only
As a way of preparing our 5th graders for school beyond elementary, the some very special responsibilities and opportunities bestowed unique to them. Each semester, students are involved in Student Council, they run the Elementary Department Character Counts! Assemblies and host their very own department-wide events (Movie day, bake sales, etc). As a way of celebrating their elementary accomplishments, their year ends with a very special End-of-the-Year trip that is just for fun and just for them!
Box Tops for Education and Labels for Education
Box Tops for Education is a program that helps to earn cash for Elementary Department. Visit Box Tops for Education more information and to see which products that sponsor this program.
Collect box tops and labels and send them to school with your child!
Drop off / Pick Up
Drop off/Pick up is at the West End of the Elementary Parking lot at Gate 3.
All students arriving after 8:00 am must first go to the office with their parents to sign in and receive a pass for class.
Pick up requires a parent signature before a child is released.
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Robert Mugabe, Zimbabwe ex-president, dies aged 95
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'He died after battling ill health, his family confirmed to the BBC. Mr Mugabe had been in hospital in Singapore since April.
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He won Zimbabwe's first election after independence, becoming prime minister in 1980. He abolished the office in 1987, becoming president instead.
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Technology Mobiles and Tabs 20 Oct 2017 Xiaomi Mi MIX 2 revi ...
Technology, Mobiles and Tabs
Xiaomi Mi MIX 2 review: The torchbearer for bezel-less smartphones
DECCAN CHRONICLE. | AMRITANSHU MUKHERJEE
Published Oct 20, 2017, 9:34 pm IST
Updated Oct 22, 2017, 4:48 pm IST
The Xiaomi Mi MIX 2 brings a touch of style and class to affordable flagship smartphones.
Despite crafted with premium (and delicate) materials, it no weirder to use than a OnePlus 5 or any other smartphone in the affordable flagship category.
When the original Mi MIX was unveiled before the world as a concept smartphone a year ago all of us assumed it would be a while before our smartphones would lose all of those unnecessary bezels. Fast forward just a year and thin-bezel displays are already encouraging people to upgrade to new and expensive smartphones with narrow bezels.
The iPhone X and the Mi MIX 2 are currently leading the pack of bezel-less smartphones; both with the least amount of bezels one can find on a smartphone. However, the Mi MIX 2 has a lot resting on its shoulders — first is to be the trendsetter for smartphones across all price brackets to shed fat and ugly bezels; and the second is to boost Xiaomi’s image as a premium smartphone manufacturer, i.e. stack it up with the likes of Google, Samsung or even Apple. So, does the premium Xiaomi offering have what it takes to be the segment leader like its more affordable siblings?
There’s no doubt that the Mi MIX 2 is one of the most premium-looking smartphones out there. Sadly, India will only see the standard variant with a metallic frame and a ceramic rear panel, which seems like a perfect recipe for an affordable flagship smartphone from a big brand — the Mi MIX 2’s build takes the comparison to the likes of flagships from Apple and Samsung.
When you pick up a Mi MIX 2, the first thing you would notice is how understated, yet stylish the smartphone comes across as. With the display is switched off, or is in sleep mode, it looks pretty much as any other smartphone out there.
The Mi MIX 2 is indistinguishable from any smartphone with conventional bezels.
A display with curved edges, rounded edges on the frame, ceramic rear panel, all-black mirror finish — it's neat. It looks like a slab of glass simply lying on a table. In fact, the Mi MIX 2 is not a smartphone that screams “look-at-me-I-am-the-flagship”.
Notice the tiny earpiece slit above the display.
Once you start taking note of the fine details, you will want to appreciate Xiaomi for masking some of the usual technologies of smartphones that don't need to be shown. There’s absolutely no visible earpiece, or proximity sensor, or front camera — but surprisingly they are all right there, staring you in your face, but yet invisible to your eye. All you can 'probably' notice is a notification light and the front camera on the chin.
Turn it around, and you will notice that Xiaomi has also added a touch of class to it by plating the camera's outer rim with 18-carat gold. The 3.5mm headphone jack is sadly absent from the Mi MIX 2 (Xiaomi bundles a USB Type-C to 3.5mm converter with the handset).
As for the earpiece, with the original Mi Mix, Xiaomi had dropped the usual driver-based earpiece speaker with a piezoelectric speaker system that vibrates the display to create the sound you need to hear. However, since that technology was not as efficient as required (the audio volume was not clear and loud enough), Xiaomi has now taken a different approach.
Illustration Credits: Xiaomi
They call it the cantilever piezoelectric ceramic acoustic technology, an all-new guided earpiece design that cleverly channels the audio from the speaker using a tunnelling system to route the audio to the earpiece slit that resides between the display and the frame on the top of the smartphone.
In plain English, the earpiece sits under the screen and transmits the audio to the ear by resonating it through a tube as well as onto the upper display area for a better audio quality and volume.
As for the proximity sensor, the standard infrared technology is replaced by an ultrasonic sensor that can stay hidden behind the display and operate through the glass. IR technology required line of sight and hence needed to be visible on the top of the phone, that you see on a conventional smartphone. As for the front camera, Xiaomi has masked it cleverly by using a darker glass over it. You need to carefully look at the bottom corner to locate the camera within. This trick makes the smartphone look like an all-glass front by cleverly hiding the crucial electronics behind the display.
The front camera is barely noticeable, thanks to a dark tinted glass over it.
Placing the front camera on the chin makes for an uncomfortable position to take selfies or do a video chat. If you take a selfie in the normal position, the camera takes a photo from a lower angle, and also your palm tends to hinder the camera at most times. To counter this, Xiaomi has specially implemented a feature into the MIUI OS, which rotates the entire UI by 180 degrees so that the front camera now comes to the usual top position. In short, when using the selfie mode, you should use the phone in an upside-down position. This may sound impractical, however, we look at it as genius — the reason because you only need the front camera on the top when you are using it.
Turn on the display and the Mi MIX 2 could make you drool, staring at it for longer periods to see how it simply ends at the border. It’s rather weird to look at a smartphone where the border of the display marks the outline of the phone. The 5.9-inch display has been fit within a 5.5-inch chassis — this covers the entire front area and leaves you with nothing else to look at. A larger display on a smaller width means there's a taller display resolution (18:9) on the Mi MIX 2 as opposed to the standard 16:9 in conventional smartphones. Xiaomi has used an LCD panel with Full HD+ (1080 x 2160 pixels) resolution, having well-rounded corners.
While the display produces vibrant colours, great contrasts and adequate brightness, we expected Xiaomi to opt for an AMOLED panel with 2K resolution — when most new flagships are offering 2K. Do note that not all apps are able to take advantage of the narrow 18:9 display aspect ratio. This would result in black bars on the sides; however, app developers are soon adopting the new display ratio standard and you shall soon see them filling up the display completely.
Since Xiaomi is selling the Mi MIX 2 at a ‘not-expected-by-Xiaomi’ price (Rs 35,999) (pun intended), the company has ensured you get flagship-class specifications with flagship-class performance. However, we still find the price of the smartphone a bit too steep. We expected it to be priced around Rs 30K, targeting its closest contender — the OnePlus 5.
Powering the Mi MIX 2 is a Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 chipset along with 6GB RAM and a graceful 128GB of internal storage. We have seen the Snapdragon 835 perform effortlessly on the HTC U11 and OnePlus 5 which India has seen, and it’s no different here as well. With 6GB RAM, multitasking is a breeze on the Mi MIX 2, with the phone effortlessly able to keep two heavy games and a few social media apps in the RAM. Therefore, it all seems good, but…..(read on)
There’s a very big ‘but’ to the Mi MIX 2’s performance — MIUI. All Xiaomi smartphones (with the exception of the Mi A1) come with MIUI 8 as the proprietary software. We have always appreciated MIUI 8 for its quick reflexes, despite being a heavily customised version of Android. Had this been a sub-Rs 20,000 smartphone, we wouldn’t have pointed fingers at the software. The Mi MIX 2 is a flagship smartphone and we expected Xiaomi to bake in some kind of gimmicks or at least ship it with a newer version of Android (Mi MIX 2 runs Android 7.1 Nougat and sadly still not Oreo) to justify the higher price tag.
But no, it’s the same MIUI 8 that features on the other mid-range smartphones from the same stable. There’s no new wallpaper or even any theme specially created for the gloriously large display. In fact, there’s no way to differentiate between a Redmi Note 4 and the Mi MIX 2 in terms of software (UI). Hey Xiaomi! The Mix 2 lacks that 'new, unique phone' feeling, at least as far as the UI is concerned.
One area where Xiaomi hasn't overdone like the competitors from this price range is the camera. There’s a 12MP Sony IMX386 sensor doing duties for the rear camera. It can capture 4K videos and is aided by a 4-axis Optical Image Stabilisation unit, Phase Detection Auto Focus and some software trickery for low light enhancement. Despite lacking a dual camera setup, we can confirm that the camera captures some impressive details.
In natural daylight, you get good pictures with adequate sharpness, a wide variety of colours, great contrasts and appreciable white balance. However, the colours are a tad punchy and vibrant. When shot in a shadowy area or during low light conditions, the photos tend to pick up grains, but well within the acceptable limits. It might be not as comparably good as an HTC U11 or Galaxy Note 8 in low-light conditions, but you definitely get decent photos, nonetheless.
To keep alive such potent hardware, there’s a 3400mAh battery with the support for Quick Charge 3.0. In a phone that makes its user obsessed with the display, we managed to keep the phone alive for one whole day. Note that we have been streaming a lot of videos on LTE, playing graphics-heavy games, casual texting and a fair bit of video calling, apart from the usual social media and camera stuff. Expect a full battery charge in just above an hour — thanks to the Quick Charge 3.0.
The Mi MIX 2 looks like a lot of smartphone for the price it sells. However, if you minutely look at the offering on paper, there's nothing more than just a tad larger display, a ceramic rear panel and a carefully designed, almost-bezel-less body, apart from the usual SD 835+6GB/128GB internals.
The display is its only primary USP. Despite crafted with premium (and delicate) materials, it has nothing unique over its rivals. However, since the display is unique, the design is great and the internal guts are powerful enough, making this a great gadget to flaunt around. If your budget stands sufficient, we would definitely advise your to opt for one of these babies.
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Hexagon broadens its portfolio further with Volume Graphics acquisition
Article tagged with: engineering, manufacturing, additive manufacturing, volume graphics, ct scan
Volume Graphics has some impressive industrial Computed Tomography (CT) software for non destructive testing of parts, so it’s of little surprise that Hexagon, and its fast growing set of advanced manufacturing tools, has snapped them up.
Using CT, users are able to see inside the complicated structures of components, otherwise inaccessible with traditional inspection methods - an area likely to grow even further given Volume Graphics experience of working with 3D printed parts.
The technology allows hidden or hard to reach internal features to be measured and inspected for dimensional deviations and flaws without destroying the parts and compromising the integrity of the data in the process.
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Carbon makes L1 printer available to all for $250k p/a
Article tagged with: design, manufacturing, product design, materials, carbon, carbon3d, adidas, jabil
Carbon’s largest format printer, the L1 printer - the likes of which being used to produce products like the Adidas 4D midsoles, and custom cushioning for Riddell’s American Football helmets - is now available to order.
Ten-times larger in build area to the original M1 3D printer, and five-times larger than the current M2 from Carbon, the L1 was initially available to partner companies as part of Carbon’s High-Volume Solutions, but it is now available for any business to acquire.
L1 printers will begin shipping in the first half of 2020, and similar to Carbon’s other subscription offerings, the L1 printer will be available for $250,000 per year for a 3-year term.
Dyndrite unveils its GPU-powered, Python-scriptable 3D printing build processor
Article tagged with: design, 3d printing, gpu, additive manufacturing, ansys, carl bass, altair, dyndrite
Built on its Accelerated Computation Engine (ACE), Dyndrite has launched its ‘first of its kind’ GPU-powered geometry kernel, Additive Manufacturing Toolkit (AMT), which it claims provides powerful manufacturing-oriented features.
Dyndrite says that these include native CAD file import; an integrated Python interface for scripting interactive workflows, as well as allowing users to manage terabytes of manufacturing data, print higher-order geometries such as splines, and dynamically adjust parts in-situ to ‘increase both throughput and quality’.
Dyndrite also announced Ansys and Altair as the newest members of the company’s Developer Council: a group of ISVs and OEMs chartered with steering the future development of the Dyndrite roadmap.
GrabCAD Shop launches to simplify the 3D Printing workflow
Article tagged with: cad, design, 3d printing, stratasys, grabcad
For those running several 3D printers in-house, the latest news from Stratasys should be of interest, as GrabCAD Shop software solution looks to centralise all your needed 3D printing services.
The cloud-based software organises print work requests, CAD files, and project specs all in one space, sending status updates on the platform and via email to all stakeholders on a project - from the shop manager to the designer who’s part it is.
GrabCAD Shop comes pre-populated with Stratasys printers and materials, and has the ability to add third party printers and other traditional fabrication technology systems.
Siemens adds material modelling to Simcenter through acquisition of MultiMechanics
Article tagged with: simulation, automotive, siemens, materials, aerospace, digital twin
Siemens hopes that by integrating its latest acquisition, MultiMechanics, into Simcenter 3D, that it will expand the ability to create a comprehensive digital twin with addition of materials modelling.
MultiMechanics’ technology predicts material properties and behaviour, including failure starting at the micro-structural level, with speed and accuracy.
“The addition of this technology enables our customers to build a digital twin of materials, which will help to shrink the innovation cycle of new products and materials, possibly saving millions of dollars and several years in development and certification in aerospace, automotive and other sectors,” explains Jan Leuridan, senior VP, Simulation & Test Solutions, Siemens Digital Industries Software.
Siemens boosts metals 3D printing tools with Atlas acquisition
Article tagged with: simulation, 3d printing, manufacturing, gpu, cloud, additive manufacturing, siemens, cae, atlas, sunata
Siemens Digital Industries Software has announced it is to acquire Atlas 3D, developers of near-realtime print optimisation and support generation software for direct metal laser sintering (DMLS) 3D printers.
Atlas 3D’s cloud-based Sunata software solves the problems by using GPU-accelerated high-performance computing, which along with a computer processing unit (CPU) to facilitate processing-intensive operations such as deep learning, analytics and engineering applications.
Sunata uses thermal distortion analysis to provide an automated way to optimise part build orientation and generate support structures, allowing the designer, rather than an engineering analyst, to perform the simulations, thereby reducing downstream analysis needing to be conducted via Siemens’ Simcenter software.
Shining 3D adds more metals 3D printing to its range
Article tagged with: 3d printing, additive manufacturing, metals, sls, shining 3d
Exhaust pipe printed in nickel alloy on the EP-M250 Pro
Shining 3D has launched its latest additive manufacturing solution, the dual-laser equipped, 262 x 262 x 350mm build area EP-M250 Pro.
Built for producing medium-sized batch parts, Shining 3D say that it it designed for non-stop operation and has an innovative gas flow management and optimised filter system for a stable building environment.
The company also suggest that it has high material consumption rates, although we’ll have to wait till its full launch later this month to find out more.
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Brook Stagles' death shows failures at every turn
Little Girl Lost: Brook Stagles' death shows profound failure at every turn
Brook Stagles' death shows failures at every turn Little Girl Lost: Brook Stagles' death shows profound failure at every turn Check out this story on DemocratandChronicle.com: http://on.rocne.ws/2yjTQjX
Meaghan M. McDermott, @meagmc Published 9:00 a.m. ET Sept. 23, 2017 | Updated 9:49 a.m. ET Jan. 30, 2018
Brook Stagles(Photo: Provided)
At every turn, every safeguard that could or should have protected the life of young Brook Stagles failed her.
Her mother and mother’s family were unable to secure custody of the girl in the weeks before her death on Nov. 14, 2016.
Her father’s family either didn’t notice or turned a blind eye to abuse allegedly going on under the roof of their home on Albemarle Street. And Brook’s father, Michael Stagles, either participated in abuse so significant that his 3-year-old daughter was bruised from head to toe, or allowed his girlfriend to inflict such injuries on Brook that the girl ultimately died of complications from a part of her intestines popping like a balloon.
The murder trial of Brook’s accused killer, her father's former girlfriend Erica Bell, wrapped up last week. Bell is charged with second-degree murder and first-degree manslaughter in connection with Brook’s death.
More: Editorial: Brook Stagles did not have to die
The nonjury trial outlined a litany of failures and missed opportunities that could have potentially saved Brook’s life. One pediatrician testified that a ruptured bowel typically isn’t fatal if repaired quickly. But Brook languished for days after her injury, and infection overtook her 37-pound body as her father and Bell failed to get her medical attention. Bystanders who recognized the girl was gravely ill did not take the extra step of getting her a doctor’s care themselves.
Trial of Erica Bell accused of killing 3-year-old Brook Stagles
Erica Bell was sentenced to the maximum for the beating death of Brook Stagles, 3. Bell received 25 years to life. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/@tyee23/staff
Monroe County Judge Christopher Ciaccio addresses Erica Bell giving her examples of similar cases and their sentences before giving her 25 years to life. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/@tyee23/staff
Erica Bell cried when Monroe County Court Judge Christopher Ciaccio said to Bell that her daughter would be better off being raised in another family. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/@tyee23/staff
Erica Bell showed little reaction as Brook Stagle's grandfather, John Geer, spoke about the impact of Brook's injuries and death had on the family. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/@tyee23/staff
John Geer, Brook Stagles’ maternal grandfather, tears up as he talks about his daughter, Brook’s mother, holding Brook in the hospital while she died. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/@tyee23/staff
Erica Bell with her attorneys, Sarah Wesley and Lawrence Kasparek beside her, listen as Monroe County Assistant District Attorney Sara VanStrydonck asks the judge to give Bell the maximum sentence. Next to her is Patrick Gallagher, assistant district attorney. Judge Christopher Ciaccio had found Bell guilty during her bench trial. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/@tyee23/staff
Sara VanStrydonck, Monroe County assistant district attorney, with assistant district attorney Patrick Gallagher beside her, tells the judge reasons she thought Bell deserved the maximum sentence. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/@tyee23/staff
Erica Bell looks down as her attorney Lawrence Kasparek seeks a more lenient sentence. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/@tyee23/staff
Lawrence Kasparek advises Erica Bell not to address the court during her sentencing. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/@tyee23/staff
Erica Bell, wrings her hands, while she listens to the judge address her just before she received her sentence. Beside her are her attorneys Sarah Wesley and Lawrence Kasparek. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/@tyee23/staff
Erica Bell, left, is taken from court after being found guilty in the death of 3-year-old Brook Stagles in September. SHAWN DOWD/@sdowdphoto/STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER
John Geer, second from right, grandfather of Brook Stagles, hugs his sister, Valerie Geer, as his daughter, Vanessa Geer, second from left, hugs Jennifer Bennett outside court following the guilty verdict of Erica Bell in the death of 3-year-old Brook in Monroe County Court Friday, Sept. 29, 2017. Valerie Geer, right, is holding a teddy bear that belonged to Brook that the family brought to court every day of the trial. MAX SCHULTE/@maxrocphoto/STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER
Erica Bell, center, listens as she is found guilty in the death of 3-year-old Brook Stagles in Monroe County Court Friday, Sept. 29. Seated with her are her defense attorneys Sarah Wesley, left, and Lawrence Kasperek, right. SHAWN DOWD/@sdowdphoto/STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER
Monroe Country Court Judge Christopher Ciaccio hands down his guilty verdicts to Erica Bell in the death of 3-year-old Brook Stagles. SHAWN DOWD/@sdowdphoto/STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER
Erica Bell, center, listens as she is found guilty in the death of 3-year-old Brook Stagles. SHAWN DOWD/@sdowdphoto/STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER
Erica Bell, center, is taken from court after being found guilty in the death of 3-year-old Brook Stagles. Seated with her are her defense attorneys Sarah Wesley, left, and Lawrence Kasperek, right. SHAWN DOWD/@sdowdphoto/STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER
Erica Bell, center, after being found guilty in the death of 3-year-old Brook Stagles. SHAWN DOWD/@sdowdphoto/STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER
John Geer, center, grandfather of Brook Stagles, hugs family members outside court following the guilty verdict of Erica Bell. MAX SCHULTE/@maxrocphoto/STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER
John Geer, center, grandfather of Brook Stagles, hugs family members outside court following the guilty verdict of Erica Bell in the death of 3-year-old Brook. MAX SCHULTE/@maxrocphoto/STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER
Monroe County Assistant District Attorney Sara VanStrydonck talks about bruising on Brook Stagles during closing arguments in the Erica Bell murder trial Thursday at Monroe County Court. SHAWN DOWD/@sdowdphoto/STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER
Defense attorney Lawrence Kasperek during closing arguments in the Erica Bell murder trial. SHAWN DOWD/@sdowdphoto/STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER
Erica Bell, center, sits flanked by her attorneys Sarah Wesley, left, and Lawrence Kasperek during closing arguments. SHAWN DOWD/@sdowdphoto/STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER
Erica Bell, center, sits flanked by her attorneys Sarah Wesley, left, and Lawrence Kasperek as they listen to Assistant District Attorney Sara VanStrydonck during closing arguments. SHAWN DOWD/@sdowdphoto/STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER
Erica Bell, center, sits with her attorney Lawrence Kasperek as they listen to Assistant District Attorney Sara VanStrydonck during closing arguments. SHAWN DOWD/@sdowdphoto/STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER
Monroe County Court Judge Christopher Ciaccio during closing arguments. SHAWN DOWD/@sdowdphoto/STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER
Sarah Wesley, one of Erica Bell's attorney leans into Bell, while Lawrence Kasparek, explains a procedure to Bell before opening statements in her trial. Bell, is accused of killing Brook Stagles, 3, the daughter of her boyfriend, Michael Stagles. Bell, who was living with Stagles and his daughter, is charged with second-degree murder and first-degree manslaughter. TINA MACINTYRE-YEE/@tyee23/staff photographer
Monroe County Assistant District Attorney Patrick Gallagher delivers opening statements in the trial of Erica Bell. TINA MACINTYRE-YEE/@tyee23/staff photographer
Erica Bell looks down, as she did during most of the prosecution's opening statement. TINA MACINTYRE-YEE/@tyee23/staff photographer
Erica Bell watches Lawrence Kasperek as he talks about her being abused by her boyfriend. TINA MACINTYRE-YEE/@tyee23/staff photographer
Monroe County Assistant District Attorneys Sara VanStrydonck and Patrick Gallagher listen during defense's opening statements and take notes. TINA MACINTYRE-YEE/@tyee23/staff photographer
Judge Christopher Ciaccio will render a decision after hearing both sides after Erica Bell waived her right to a jury trial. TINA MACINTYRE-YEE/@tyee23/staff photographer
Monroe County Court Judge Christopher Ciaccio listens to both sides' opening statements. TINA MACINTYRE-YEE/@tyee23/staff photographer
Lawrence Kasperek, one of Erica Bell's attorneys, says during opening statements that Erica Bell was a victim of domestic violence and some of the bruising to Brook Stagles came when her father, Michael Stagles, was her only caretaker. TINA MACINTYRE-YEE/@tyee23/staff photographer
Especially troubling was testimony during the trial that Monroe County Department of Human Services’ Child Protective Services unit had received at least two reports of abuse and neglect perpetrated against Brook just weeks before she died.
Left unanswered throughout the trial were questions about whether or not CPS intervention could have made a difference.
More: Brook Stagles' death: Bell trial closes, verdict scheduled for Sept. 29
Local child advocates say the Monroe County agency charged with protecting the most vulnerable children suffers from overwork and understaffing, leading to the possibility that more children like Brook will slip through the system's cracks.
"The attention of the public is only on this when there's a fatality, but I tell you kids are suffering every day," said John Rabish, spokesman for the Federation of Social Workers, the union representing local Child Protective Services workers.
Troubled agency
John Geer, Brook’s maternal grandfather, says it is clear that overworked CPS workers were ill-equipped to move with the urgency required in Brook’s case. He has launched a nationwide drive to bring attention to the working conditions of child protective workers, who often toil under low pay, heavy caseloads and often bear witness to gruesome, inhumane treatment of children.
Locally, Monroe County has not provided any details on Brook’s case. Nor has the county responded quickly to a Democrat and Chronicle Freedom of Information request in early August for data regarding Child Protective Services staffing levels, caseload sizes, vacancy rates and starting salaries. The county has also not made available for interviews the officials who oversee the agency.
But an investigation into the circumstances of Brook’s death, including attending court proceedings, reviewing documents, as well as interviews with family members and social workers revealed the following:
There was no apparent action taken regarding Brook’s custody arrangements following those two reports of alleged abuse and neglect made in October 2016.
Overall, reports of child abuse and maltreatment to the county have increased by 32 percent since 2014 and 14 percent since 2015, while staffing levels have not increased.
Although the 2017 budget included full funding for the Child Protective Services unit, the unit is still short employees: there are currently 22 vacancies on investigation teams and 6 vacancies on management teams.
·A state report earlier this year ranks Monroe County as the 54th worst out of 64 counties when it comes to overdue CPS investigations, and 40th worst when it comes to both percentage of workers with more than 15 Child Protective Services investigations and percentage of timely safety assessments.
While child advocacy groups say CPS workers should handle caseloads no larger than 12 per month and the state’s Office of Child and Family Services sets a benchmark of 15 cases per month, some workers here have had caseloads in excess of 50 per month.
In her 12 years with the Monroe County District Attorney’s Office one thing prosecutor Sara VanStrydonck has learned is that cases similar to Brook’s are far from uncommon.
“Certainly the horrific nature and depravity in this case is unique, but there are other kids out there like Brook now,” she said. “They’re on Albemarle Street, they’re in Spencerport, and they’re in Pittsford. Child abuse is something that’s real in Monroe County and it’s something that happens.”
And Monroe County seems to have a special problem with its Child Protective Services unit, which is supposed to help these vulnerable children.
More: Brook Stagles' death: Erica Bell points finger at girl's father
"Where we stand in our performance, we're lagging behind large counties, small counties, upstate and downstate and metropolitan," said Rabish. There's no pattern of other counties in the state not doing well, it's a Monroe County problem."
For its part, county officials have said they have pushed to bring on new classes of workers to fill those vacancies. But a training class of 21 last fall lost at least three candidates and then it takes months for those workers to be able to handle cases on their own.
Brook Stagles (Photo: Provided)
A class of 15 new workers is slated to come on board in November, but as Rabish noted, won't be able to take cases immediately because they need additional training.
"So there will still be at least 13 vacancies in CPS until a new caseworker class is hired and completes its training, which will be in mid-2018 or later," he said. "So despite the county's contention that they have been 'over-hiring' for more than a year now, CPS continues to be in crisis because there are not nearly enough caseworkers on board to do the job."
Earlier this year, county officials said there were 209 caseworkers assigned to Child Protective Services and 14 vacancies. A review of the county’s budget shows the Department of Human Services' overall caseworker staffing, including supervisors and adult protective workers, has been reduced from 361 full-time positions in 2010 to 332 in 2017. At the same time, the number of reports of maltreatment investigated have grown from 7,400 in 2010 to an estimated 9,500 this year.
County workers have been reluctant to go on the record with the details of their working conditions, out of fear of retaliation. But before the County Legislature earlier this year, a number of workers testified about their heavy caseloads and worker burnout. Interns said the conditions were so overwhelming they were reconsidering their career choices.
"There are no easy cases," said intern Brianna Steward. "The worker has to see each child on the report at least every 30 days and that can include more than one household, and there are 27 action items that have to be done on each case before it can be transferred or closed. Even when you have a semi-easy case with no concerns, you can't close it quickly because you're too busy handling new cases."
Issues with Monroe County's agency oversight are not new: in 1979, in response to the 1977 beating death of 3-month-old Leilani Berner, an investigation by the District Attorney's Office into the handling of child abuse cases here found child protective workers were underqualified, poorly trained and not properly supported by the Department of Social Services.
In Leilani's case, the public agencies involved in her case recognized she was a possible victim of child abuse, but failed to act quickly enough to prevent her death.
Reforms were made, but workers into the 1980s said it still wasn't enough.
In 2002, a county study determined that each caseworker could adequately handle between six and seven new cases a month, and between 1994 and 2000 investigative teams saw staff turnover at a rate of nearly 25 percent per year.
After the August 2009 death of 14-month-old Ramon Antonio Rodriguez, who died of blunt force trauma to the head, the county's monitoring of the boy's case was called into question by New York state. The Office of Children and Family Services found his abuse case had been closed six months before he died and a contractor that was supposed to follow up with the family never did. It also found investigations were not being closed within the required 60-day timeframe, and that contractors hired by the county were not entering case progress notes in a timely manner.
A corrective action plan filed by the county in response to Ramon's death promised additional staff training and action against the contractor, but did not address any increase in staffing.
'Looking at a corpse'
By all accounts Brook Sunny Stagles' life up until August 2016 was fairly stable. She lived with her parents Ashley Geer and Michael Stagles and Michael worked for a home improvement company owned by Ashley's father John Geer.
Geer said he was able to ensure Michael Stagles was supporting his daughter and granddaughter. Ashley, Michael and Brook would come to his home in Irondequoit with some regularity for family picnics and other events. Ashley and Brook were especially close with John's mother, Gail Geer of Greece.
At Erica Bell's trial, Brook's pediatrician Dr. Todd Bingemann testified that the girl was generally healthy, and had made all of her Well Child visits despite her parents being flagged in their files as "high-risk" due to their history of drug use, mental illness and socioeconomic status.
But John Geer said things really began to change after Ashley and Michael broke up in July 2016. Still, as Ashley struggled with her own addiction issues, she and Michael amicably shared custody of Brook, with Gail Geer picking the child up from Stagles' home every Thursday and returning her on Sundays.
John Geer said there was an abrupt shift in mid-August, shortly after Bell — a heroin addict from Spencerport who had been briefly homeless — moved in with Stagles and took over Brook's care. Gail Geer testified that's when she started noticing marks on Brook's body; unexplained bruises and scrapes. She said she became concerned enough to start taking pictures to document the injuries.
Testimony revealed that in October, Michael Stagles called Child Protective Services to report that Brook came back from a visit with her mother with abrasions on her neck. Gail Geer called too, to report the squalid conditions Brook was enduring in the basement of her squalid, debris-strewn Albemarle Street home that police during the trial said was infested with bugs, reeked of gasoline and had a padlock on the refrigerator.
No apparent immediate action was taken regarding either allegation.
A police photo of the basement area of Michael Stagles' mother's house on Albemarle Street in Rochester where Brook Stagles slept. (Photo: Provided)
A family court hearing to hash out a binding agreement for shared custody between Brook's parents was postponed in late October and a little more than two weeks later, Brook was dead.
She was eight weeks shy of her fourth birthday.
Crime scene photos taken at the hospital the night before she died showed Brook's body was covered in bruises: on her head, her arms, legs, torso, back and groin.
A Rochester Police Department evidence technician who documented the injuries in Brook's hospital room became so overwhelmed in court by viewing the pictures again that she was unable to continue her testimony.
Doctors at Rochester General Hospital, where Michael Stagles carried Brook's lifeless body on Nov. 13, said she looked as though she'd been in a car accident.
"My first thought when I saw her was that I was looking at a corpse,” said Dr. Kevin O’Gara, the pediatric emergency physician who first treated Brook.
Although her heart had stopped and she had stopped breathing, doctors were able to revive Brook long enough for her to be transported to Strong Memorial Hospital for emergency surgery. For well over 24 hours, Brook's ruptured intestine had leaked digestive juices and feces into her abdomen, doctors said.
Her infection was too far gone for Strong's surgeons to make repairs, so they washed out her abdominal cavity and hoped for the best.
She died around 10 a.m. the next morning.
Failure upon failure
Through the eight days of testimony in Erica Bell's trial it became clear cracks in the county's system weren't the only ones that swallowed Brook whole.
There was an emergency room visit on Oct. 31, to treat her for a ruptured eardrum after an alleged fall from a dresser that sparked enough concern that doctors there reported the incident to her pediatrician's office, but didn't contact Child Protective Services.
Bingemann, the pediatrician, testified he didn't report suspected child abuse after Brook's follow-up visit because it seemed reasonable her injuries came from falling off a dresser.
In the weeks before her death, Brook sustained these injuries, as recounted in testimony by Bell: bruises on her arms and legs from tripping over a bicycle in the back yard on Albemarle Street while the two were outside "looking at the moon" just before bedtime; an enormous butterfly-shaped bruise covering the small of Brook's back and buttocks from backing into an end table; a black eye from smacking her face on a faucet while getting a drink of water after brushing her teeth; and an abrasion under her eye from a rough, scratchy washcloth.
On Nov. 12, two days before Brook died, she spent half the day in a car with Bell, Bell's grandmother and then Michael Stagles, driving to North Clinton Avenue for a drug buy, a store in Henrietta so the adults could shop for a party, and then back to Bell's grandmother's house in Spencerport.
Michael Stagles, left, and Erica Bell. (Photo: Provided)
During the car ride, Michael Stagles slathered Brook's face with liquid makeup to cover over a black eye. And the girl kept vomiting. Yet Bell's grandmother Deborah Smith of Spencerport — a licensed practical nurse — did not perform any kind of exam on the girl, and did not take her to a doctor. This, despite the fact that Bell had earlier shown her the cavalcade of bruises covering Brook's body and admitted to punching the child in the stomach.
All that afternoon, as Assistant District Attorney VanStrydonck said in her summation, "Brook was literally rotting away from the inside out."
Smith testified that she kept bringing up the fact that Brook should get medical help, but Bell had shushed her and told her to stop talking about it.
Smith said things might have been different if she had been closer to Brook.
"If she was one of our own, she would have been to a doctor," she said on the stand. Smith has custody of one of Bell's children, while Bell's mother has custody of the other.
If Brook's sad tale could have had a hero, it would have been Robin Reyome.
Reyome, the mother of Michael Stagles' adolescent son, came to the filthy Albemarle Street home on the morning of Nov. 12 to pick up her own child. She found Brook curled up in a fetal position, coated in vomit, atop a cushionless couch while two strange men slept on the cushions nearby.
In her testimony, Reyome said Brook looked "like death" and resembled the little girl from the horror movie The Ring.
She went to the home's fetid basement to rouse Stagles, demanding he take the girl to the hospital. She even offered to drive and refused to leave until she was assured Brook would get medical attention.
While she did not call 911 or summon an ambulance that morning, Reyome held fast and did not drive away until after watching Bell buckle Brook into a car seat in Smith's car, and being promised they were off to the hospital.
Sarah Wesley, one of Erica Bell's attorney leans into Bell, while Lawrence Kasparek, explains a procedure to Bell before opening statements in her trial. Bell, is accused of killing Brook Stagles, 3, the daughter of her boyfriend, Michael Stagles. Bell, who was living with Stagles and his daughter, is charged with second-degree murder and first-degree manslaughter. (Photo: TINA MACINTYRE-YEE/@tyee23/staff photographer)
Instead, testimony showed Bell convinced her grandmother that buying heroin was more important, and from there they kicked off their afternoon of visiting drug houses, fast food restaurants and Babies 'R Us and getting ready for the baby shower.
There were more than 50 people at the baby shower in Ogden that Bell, Smith, Brook and Michael Stagles attended the evening of Nov. 12. There, witnesses testified, the girl was so sick she barely lifted her head from the table, didn't eat and wouldn't play with the other children. One witness said he noticed Brook was pallid and her breathing seemed labored. He was worried enough to go fetch his mother, a registered nurse, to look at the girl, but by the time he went back to look for her, Brook and Michael Stagles had left the party.
But he wasn't worried enough to call 911 and neither he or any other guests thought to mention how sick Brook was to Ogden police officers who came to the party to arrest Bell on an outstanding warrant from drug court.
Other courtroom revelations included how in jailhouse phone calls after her arrest, Bell beseeched Smith to prevent Michael Stagles from taking Brook to a doctor, and that she told her grandmother she'd punched the girl three times.
After learning the girl had died, Bell worried how long she'd be in jail if convicted of killing her.
"How am I supposed to live the rest of my life with this?” she said in the call.
“It’s not like I beat her every f-ing day,” Bell said in the phone call to Smith. “How can they prove this is from me? It wasn’t me. I hurt her and that’s so f-ing wrong, but I don’t think I did that.”
On the stand in her own defense, Bell said she was in such fear of physical abuse from Michael Stagles that she lied about having punched Brook to protect him. Michael was the one who hurt the girl, she said. And, she said, he ordered her to keep the girl away from doctors because he was afraid Child Protective Services would take the girl away.
Other Brooks out there
In 2016, the county’s Department of Human Services handled more than 9,500 reports of child abuse and neglect. That’s up 12 percent from 2015 and 30 percent from 2014, when there were more than 7,500 such cases.
During the two-week span that VanStrydonck, head of the District Attorney’s Child Abuse Unit, was prosecuting Erica Bell, she said there were four other full-time prosecutors in other courtrooms working solely on felony child abuse cases.
“I’m glad people are shocked and outraged by this case,” she said. “People should be shocked and outraged, but this isn’t isolated.”
As for the missed opportunities and apparent inaction by those who could have possibly saved Brook in her final days, VanStrydonck said that isn’t especially unusual either.
Everyone likes to think they’d be a hero, that they’d be the one to speak out against wrongdoing or injustice, but it’s impossible to really know what you’d do in any given situation until it happens, she said.
If anything, she said, she hopes this case can help make people think twice and truly decide to speak out.
“It’s like what they say about terrorism, right?” she said. “If you see something, say something.”
Monroe County Court Judge Christopher Ciaccio is scheduled to render his verdict in Bell's bench trial at 10 a.m. on Friday. Michael Stagles is charged with criminally negligent homicide in connection with his daughter's death and his trial is currently scheduled to begin Monday.
MCDERMOT@Gannett.com
How CPS should work
Following any report of abuse or neglect, Child Protective Services is required to begin an investigation within 24 hours. That should include an evaluation of the safety of the child named in the report, as well as any other children in the home, and a determination of the risk to the child if they continue to remain in the home. Options include taking the child into protective custody, offering the familiy appropriate services or petitioning Family Court to mandate services required for the care and protection of a child.
The agency has 60 days after receiving the report to determine whether the report is "indicated" or "unfounded."
Do you suspect child abuse or maltreatment?
Report it by calling the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment at (800) 342-3720.
If you believe a child is in immediate danger, call 911 or your local police department.
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Rattlers ready for CIF finals after win
With a dominant win Friday night, Rancho Mirage set up a meeting with Arroyo next Saturday in the CIF title game.
Rattlers ready for CIF finals after win With a dominant win Friday night, Rancho Mirage set up a meeting with Arroyo next Saturday in the CIF title game. Check out this story on desertsun.com: http://desert.sn/2g1WiWg
Nathan Brown, The Desert Sun Published 11:00 p.m. PT Nov. 25, 2016 | Updated 11:28 p.m. PT Nov. 25, 2016
Rattler Kyle Whitfield carries the ball for a touchdown in the 2nd quarter against St. Genevieve on Friday, November 25, 2016 in Rancho Mirage.(Photo: Richard Lui/The Desert Sun)Buy Photo
At practice this week as his Rattler football team prepared to host the St. Genevieve Valiants Friday night in the CIF Southern Section Division 12 semifinal, coach LD Matthews expected his squad to be as prepared as ever.
With no English classes to attend, Algebra worksheets to complete or history tests to cram for during Thanksgiving break, Matthews fully expected his players to spend a majority of the hours they didn’t have to spend on school work diving into game film. They’d need a solid rushing attack and know how to stop an equally potent one.
If the Rattlers didn’t listen and still won 52-14 to move onto the program’s first-ever CIF SS championship game, their finals opponents, Arroyo, have reason to be worried. If they did listen, it’s surely a testament to just how complete a team Rancho Mirage has become in just three years of varsity action.
“I couldn’t be more proud of these guys. The offense came out and executed the game plan, and the defense continues to be the backbone of this team, flying around the field creating turnovers and three-and-outs to give the offense short fields,” Matthews said.
Friday night’s semifinal began with a methodical drive all on the ground, including three double-digit yards runs from senior running back Kyle Whitefield, who finished off the drive and began his dominant night with a four-yard run to put Rancho Mirage on the board first.
After the teams traded punts, Rattler junior Marques Prior burst onto the scene and quickly into the end zone with a 75-yard punt return with few flashy moves, using his CIF track-level speed to sprint into the end zone, hardly touched.
Moments later, Valiant quarterback Anthony Smets fumbled the handoff on the first play of the St. Genevieve drive, and senior defensive end Brandon Walker scooped up the loose ball. A Valiant offside penalty on third down gave the Rattlers a fresh set of downs, and Whitefield took full advantage, muscling into the end zone for his second of his three rushing touchdowns on the night.
The senior tailback almost single-handedly set up his own third score with a 43-yard run where he nearly took it to the house, but found his way in anyway on a bold call to go for fourth and goal from the St. Genevieve 3-yard line.
“We wanted to put confidence in our offense, thinking we can execute and get the score,” Matthews said. “Plus, I knew how well our defense was playing then, and they would have had to go 97 yards. I felt really confident in our guys there, and I’m happy we got the score.”
READ MORE: Kyle Whitefield the backbone for the Rattlers
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With the game seemingly all but over with entering the second half with a 35-0 lead, the Rattlers continued to punish their outmatched opponents, beginning with Prior’s second of three scores on the night on a 40-yard fumble scoop and score.
Rancho Mirage's Marques Prior carries a punt return for a touchdown in the 1st quarter against St. Genevieve on Friday, November 25, 2016 in Rancho Mirage. (Photo: Richard Lui/The Desert Sun)
Despite a lengthy break in the action after an injured Valiant player had to be taken off on a stretcher and loaded into an ambulance, Matthews decided to keep his starters in to shake off some rust from the break and hopefully get one last score, eventually giving senior kicker Daniel Whelan an opportunity to make it a truly complete Rattler victory, nailing a 48-yard field goal.
Three fumble recoveries, one interception, two non-offensive scores, to go with a dominant ground game. How more complete can you get? Rattler fans will get at least one more chance to see, as Rancho Mirage hits the road next week to meet No. 1 seed Arroyo in the Division 12 championship game.
“This really shows the character and grit of our kids who opened up this school, stuck it out and could have easily quit but decided we had to do something different,” Matthews said. “We knew we had to work harder and be better, and for us to be where we’re at right now, I feel truly blessed and honored to be the coach at Rancho Mirage High School right now.”
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Rattler Kyle Whitfield carries the ball for a touchdown in the 2nd quarter against St. Genevieve on Friday, November 25, 2016 in Rancho Mirage. Richard Lui/The Desert Sun
Rancho Mirage celebrate one of many touchdowns against St. Genevieve on Friday, November 25, 2016 in Rancho Mirage. Richard Lui/The Desert Sun
Rattler quarterback David Talley stretch for a touchdown in the 2nd quarter against St. Genevieve on Friday, November 25, 2016 in Rancho Mirage. Richard Lui/The Desert Sun
Rancho Mirage's Marques Prior carries a punt return for a touchdown in the 1st quarter against St. Genevieve on Friday, November 25, 2016 in Rancho Mirage. Richard Lui/The Desert Sun
Rancho Mirage's Brandon Walker recovers a fumble by St. Genevieve on Friday, November 25, 2016 in Rancho Mirage. Richard Lui/The Desert Sun
Rattler Kyle Whitfield carries the ball against St. Genevieve on Friday, November 25, 2016 in Rancho Mirage. Richard Lui/The Desert Sun
Rancho Mirage and St. Genevieve football action on Friday, November 25, 2016 in Rancho Mirage. Richard Lui/The Desert Sun
Rattler Kyle Whitfield carries for a touchdown against St. Genevieve on Friday, November 25, 2016 in Rancho Mirage. Richard Lui/The Desert Sun
RANCHO MIRAGE 52, ST. GENEVIEVE 14
Rancho Mirage 21 14 17 0 -- 52
St. Genevieve 0 0 0 14 -- 14
(RM) Kyle Whitefield 4-yard run, PAT good (7:09)
(RM) Marques Prior 75-yard punt return, PAT good (3:19)
(RM) Whitefield 5-yard run, PAT good (1:00)
(RM) David Talley 5-yard run, PAT good (1:33)
(RM) Prior fumble recovery and 40-yard return, PAT good (10:25)
(RM) Daniel Whelan 48-yard field goal good (6:04)
(RM) Prior 7-yard run, PAT good (4:32)
(SG) Anthony Smets 25-yard pass to Jordan Blackman, PAT good (5:01)
(SG) Ray Beauchamp 1-yard run, PAT good (0:44)
Rushing (Att-Yds-TD) – RM: Kyle Whitefield 24-187-3, David Talley 5-16-1, Marques Prior 6-45-1, Gabe Maldonado 2-minus 3, Michael Provost 1-0, Emmanuel Sanchez 2-3. SG: Darrious Gaines 8-27, Anthony Smets 4-minus 14, Imani Washington 1-minus 1, Ray Beauchamp 9-21-1, Devin Caldera 1-2.
Passing (Comp-Att-Yds-TD-INT) – RM: Talley 1-6-17-0-0. SG: Smets 10-25-115-1-1.
Receiving (Catches-Yds-TD) – RM: Whitefield 1-17-0. SG: Elijah Ebe 5-53, Jordan Blackman 3-52-1, Zacharias Muhammad 1-16, Braxton Taylor 1-4.
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Congress Should Pass the Protecting Data at the Border Act
By Matthew Guariglia
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Under the bipartisan Protecting Data at the Border Act, border officers would be required to get a warrant before searching a traveler’s electronic device. Last month, the bill was re-introduced into the U.S. Senate by Sen. Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) and Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.). It is co-sponsored by Sen. Ed Markey (D-Mass.) and Sen. Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.), and the House companion bill is co-sponsored by Rep. Ted Lieu (D-Cal.).
The rights guaranteed by the U.S. constitution don’t fade away at the border. And yet the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) asserts the power to freely search the electronic devices of travelers before allowing them entrance into, or exit from, the United States. This practice will end if Congress passes the Protecting Data at the Border Act.
Think about all of the things your cell phone or laptop computer could tell a stranger about you. Modern electronic devices could reveal your romantic and familial connections, daily routines, and financial standings. Ordinarily, law enforcement cannot obtain this sensitive information absent a signed warrant from a judge based on probable cause. But DHS claims they need no suspicion at all to search and seize this information at the border.
The bill does much more to protect digital liberty at the border. It would protect free speech by preventing federal agents from requiring a person to reveal their social media handles, usernames, or passwords. No one crossing the U.S. border should fear that a tweet critical of ICE or CBP will complicate their travel plans.
The bill also blocks agents from denying entry or exit from the United States to any U.S. person who refuses to disclose digital account information, the contents of social media accounts, or provide access to electronic equipment. Further, the bill would prevent border agencies from holding any lawful U.S. persons for over four hours in pursuit of consensual access to online accounts or the information on electronic equipment. It would also prevent the retention of traveler’s private information absent probable cause—a protection that is increasingly important after CBP admitted this week that photographs of almost 100,000 travelers’ faces and license plates were stolen from a federal subcontractor. Can we really trust this agency to securely retain our text messages and phone camera rolls?
The bill has teeth. It forbids the use of any materials gathered in violation of the Act from being used as evidence in court, including any immigration hearings.
More than ever before, our devices hold all sorts of personal and sensitive information about us, and this bill would be an important step forward in recognizing and protecting us and our devices. Congress should pass the Protecting Data at the Border Bill.
To learn more, check out EFF’s pages on how you can protect your privacy when you travel, on our lawsuit challenging border searches of traveler’s devices without a warrant, and our support for the original version of this bill.
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Carol MacLeod steps down from NETCO, Melissa Young steps in
May 24, 2018 – Carol MacLeod, the founding executive director of NETCO (National Electrical Trade Council), announced she is stepping down, effective June 30, 2018.
NETCO is jointly sponsored by IBEW Canada and the Canadian Electrical Contractors Association (CECA) to address workforce development for Red Seal electrical trades.
Carol was instrumental in the organization’s 2006 launch and in building the industry funding model that has enabled the council to flourish, says NETCO. She has provided national leadership in promoting Red Seal standards and innovative training, and in establishing new green skills training and certification programs.
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“The NETCO board would like to pay tribute to Carol for her diligence, advocacy and vision, and wishes her success in her future ventures,” says the board.
Carol’s successor is Melissa Young, who served as chair of the Canadian Council of Directors of Apprenticeship (CCDA) Communication & Promotion Committee (2009-2014), and regional coordinator of the Atlantic Apprenticeship Harmonization Project (2014-2016). Most recently, she served as assistant director in the Apprenticeship and Occupational Certification branch of the Government of New Brunswick, and on the board of the Canadian Apprenticeship Forum (CAF).
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Article V Residential Districts
Purpose. The purpose of the Agricultural Conservation (AC) District is to regulate land use, which includes working farmland, fallow land, woodland and wetland areas, for low-density residential development in a manner to support agricultural operations, to preserve open spaces and to conserve the natural environment.
[Amended 9-7-2010 by L.L. No. 1-2010]
Permitted principal uses.
One single-family dwelling.
Customary agricultural operations, including but not limited to plant nursery, greenhouse operations, fruit growing and processing, dairy, animal husbandry, wood cutting, feed and farming operations, storage of farm produce, farmworker housing and repairing of farm implements incidental to the maintenance of the agricultural operations, subject to the following restrictions:
No building in which farm animals are kept or agricultural products are handled shall be closer than 150 feet to the front lot line and 100 feet to a side or rear property line.
No storage of waste materials or products from the agricultural operations shall be permitted within 100 feet of any adjoining lot line.
Farm frontage may be used for the sale of farm products, provided that any temporary or movable stand, table or shelf used for the display or sale of such product shall be at least 25 feet from the nearest edge of the roadway and be moved to the rear yard of the primary structure or, if no primary structure exists on the property, be placed behind the front setback line for principal buildings at the end of the growing season, but no later than December 1 of each year. An open area of at least 1,200 square feet, suitably graded, shall be provided for off-street customer parking. Permanent buildings for such purpose must comply with principal building requirements as to setback and side yards.
[Amended 1-15-2013 by L.L. No. 1-2013]
Premises for agricultural operations shall not be less than five acres in size.
For farm operations as defined in Article 25AA, Section 301.11 of New York State Agriculture and Markets Law and located within a certified agricultural district, Subsection B(2)(a), (b) and (d) above shall not apply. For such operations, a minimum setback of 100 feet must be maintained between any storage of animal waste or buildings in which animals are kept and any well, dwelling or stream bank.
Farmworker housing to support an individual agricultural operation shall be subject to site plan review and the criteria in § 165-56.
Permitted accessory uses.
[Amended 4-15-2003; 9-7-2010 by L.L. No. 1-2010]
Home occupations, as defined herein, conducted by the resident only, provided that there is no external evidence of such operations, except one sign not exceeding two square feet in area.
A one-story garage, greenhouse, storage barn or utility shed. Excluding the garage, the total area of all accessory structures associated with a single-family residence shall not exceed 2,000 square feet, provided that such building or use is incidental to the principal use. This requirement shall not apply to farm operations.
Decks or porches, provided that the total area does not exceed the first-floor area of the primary dwelling.
Tennis courts or swimming pools for the private, noncommercial use of the residents of the premises.
Seasonal storage of recreational vehicles shall be permitted only if the vehicle is owned by an occupant of the residence.
The keeping of horses and other animals according to the requirements of Article X of this chapter.
Dish antennas/towers according to the requirements of Article X of this chapter.
Farmworker housing to support an individual agricultural operation, subject to site plan review and the criteria in § 165-56, when such housing is needed to support an individual agricultural operation as defined by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets and located in a certified agricultural district.
Special permitted uses. The following uses may be permitted by the Zoning Board of Appeals according to the requirements of Article IX of this chapter:
[Amended 12-1-1998; 9-7-2010 by L.L. No. 1-2010]
Farmworker housing to support an individual agricultural operation, except when such housing is needed to support an individual agricultural operation as defined by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets and located in a certified agricultural district.
Animal boarding facilities.
Essential services, excluding structures, maintenance facilities or storage yards for area utility services.
Tourist homes.
Camping grounds.
Accessory apartments.
Golf courses, excluding indoor recreation facilities.
Golf driving ranges.
Dimensional requirements for the Agricultural Conservation (AC) District.
The dimensional requirements for this district are specified in Schedule I which is a part of this chapter.[1]
Editor's Note: Schedule I is attached to this chapter.
The minimum total living area of the single-family dwelling, excluding the area of the garage or porch, shall be:
One-story building: 1,600 square feet.
One-and-one-half-story building, or split-level: 1,800 square feet.
Two-story building, or raised ranch: 2,000 square feet.
Each principal dwelling unit shall have, at a minimum, one two-car garage, at least 20 feet in width and containing an area of not less than 480 square feet.
Purpose. The purpose of the Rural Residential (RR) District is to regulate land for low-density residential development in areas with limited opportunities for public sewers and having soils with poor percolation rates so as to preserve the rural character, to retain the open space and to conserve the natural resources.
Customary agricultural operations, including but not limited to plant nursery, greenhouse operations, fruit growing and processing, dairy, animal husbandry, wood cutting, feed and farming operations, storage of farm produce, farmworker housing, when such housing is needed to support an individual agricultural operation as defined by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets and located in a certified agricultural district, and repairing of farm implements incidental to the maintenance of the agricultural operations, subject to the following restrictions:
Farm frontage may be used for the sale of farm products, provided that any temporary or movable stand, table or shelf used for the display or sale of such product shall be at least 25 feet from the nearest edge of the roadway and be moved to the rear yard of the primary structure or, if no primary structure exists on the property, be placed behind the front setback line for principal buildings at the end of the growing season, but no later than December 1 of each year. An open area of at least 1,200 square feet, suitably graded, shall be provided for parking space for the use of customers and to eliminate traffic hazards. Permanent buildings for such purpose must comply with principal building requirements as to setback and side yards.
Premises for agricultural operations shall not be less than five acres in size
Customary home occupations or professional offices conducted by the resident only, provided that there is no external evidence of such occupations, except one sign not exceeding two square feet in area.
A one-story garage, greenhouse, storage barn or utility shed. Excluding the garage, the total area of all permitted accessory structures shall not exceed 1,500 square feet, provided that such building or use is incidental to the principal use. This requirement shall not apply to farm operations.
Farmworker housing to support an individual agricultural operation.
Churches, parish houses or convents.
Public or parochial schools, public libraries or public museums.
Hospitals, convalescent homes, homes for the aged, nursing homes or proprietary care facilities.
Adult day-care, child care and nursery schools.
Funeral homes.
Mining, excavations or land filling subject to the requirements of Article XV of this chapter.
Dimensional requirements for the Rural Residential (RR) District.
The minimum total living area of the single-family dwelling, excluding the area of a garage and porch, shall be:
Each principal dwelling unit shall have a two-car garage with a minimum width of not less than 20 feet and containing an area of not less than 480 square feet.
Purpose. The purpose of the Medium Density Residential (MD) District is to regulate land use for medium density residential development in areas with sewers and water facilities or if soils are suitable to accommodate medium density residential development. Such development is to be planned in a manner so as to retain open space and to conserve significant environmental features.
Townhouse units subject further to the regulations set forth in § 165-36.
Customary agricultural operations, including but not limited to plant nursery, greenhouse operations, fruit growing and processing, dairy, animal husbandry, wood cutting, feed and farming operations, storage of farm produce, farm worker housing and repairing of farm implements incidental to the maintenance of the agricultural operations, subject to the following restrictions:
Farmworker housing to support an individual agricultural operation, when such housing is needed to support an individual agricultural operation as defined by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets and located in a certified agricultural district, shall be subject to site plan review and the criteria in § 165-56.
One-story garage, storage barn or utility shed. Excluding the garage, the total building area of accessory buildings shall not exceed 600 square feet in area, provided that such buildings or use are incidental to the principal use. The regulations governing the size of the accessory buildings shall not apply to farming operations.
Temporary housing to support an individual agricultural operation.
Membership clubs, lodges or social centers, except those whose activity is a service customarily carried on as a business and primarily for gain.
Hospitals, convalescent homes, homes for the aged, nursing homes or proprietary-care facilities.
Nonprofit social centers for charitable, cultural or community purposes.
Dimensional requirements for Medium Density Residential (MD) District.
The minimum total living area of the one-family dwelling, excluding the area of a garage and porch, shall be:
Each principal dwelling unit shall have a garage with a minimum width of 14 feet and containing an area of not less than 280 square feet area.
Purpose. The purpose of the High-Density Residential (HD) District is to: regulate land use to encourage medium-to-high density residential development by permitting a variety of housing types in areas with public water and sewer services; provide a greater opportunity for residential development at lower costs; and to provide greater opportunities for the conservation of land in meaningful open space.
Townhouse units as further regulated by § 165-36 of this chapter.
Customary agricultural operations, including but not limited to plant nursery, greenhouse operations, fruit growing and processing, dairy, animal husbandry, wood cutting, feed and farming operations, storage of farm produce, and repairing of farm implements incidental to the maintenance of the agricultural operations, subject to the following restrictions:
A one-story garage, shelter, storage barn or utility shed. In addition to the garage, the total building area of accessory buildings shall not exceed 400 square feet in area, provided that such buildings or use is incidental to the principal use. The regulations governing the size of accessory buildings shall not apply to farm operations.
Farmworker housing, when such housing is needed to support an individual agricultural operation as defined by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets and located in a certified agricultural district in support of an individual agricultural operation.
Two-family dwellings.
Hospitals, convalescent homes, nursing homes or proprietary-care facilities.
Dimensional requirements for High Density Residential (HD) District.
The minimum total living area of a single-family dwelling, excluding the area of a garage and porch, shall be:
Each principal dwelling unit shall have a garage with minimum 14 feet width and containing an area of not less than 280 square feet area.
Purpose. The purpose of the Waterfront Residential (WF) District is to regulate land use for smaller lots of mixed residential and lakeshore use in areas that were developed before zoning regulations were adopted and where further development depends on the availability of public water and sewer services.
For farm operations as defined in Article 25AA, Section 301.11 of New York State Agriculture and Markets Law and located within a certified agricultural district, Subsection B(3)(a), (b), and (d) above shall not apply. For such operations, a minimum setback of 100 feet must be maintained between any storage of animal waste or buildings in which animals are kept and any well, dwelling or stream bank.
Customary home occupations or professional offices conducted by the resident only, provided that there is not external evidence of such occupations, except one sign not exceeding two square feet in area.
A one-story garage, shelter, storage barn or utility shed. Excluding the garage, the total area of all accessory structures shall not exceed 400 square feet. Such buildings and their use shall be incidental to the principal use. The regulations governing the size of the accessory buildings shall not apply to farming operations.
Notwithstanding the requirements of § 165-82C(3), accessory structures located on lots in the WF District with frontage along Lake Ontario may be located in any part of the lot, including the area between the principal building and the street line, provided that such structures maintain a minimum setback of 25 feet from the street line, 25 feet from the water's edge, and 10 feet from any other lot line. For the purpose of these setback requirements, the "water's edge" shall be measured from the breakwall, gabion stone wall or similar structure, if such exists on the property. If a clear demarcation of the "water's edge" is not provided by a breakwall, gabion stone wall or similar structure, the water's edge shall be the mean high-water mark, or, alternatively, the Code Enforcement Officer may measure the setback from a line extended from a breakwall, stone gabion wall or similar structure on an adjoining property across the subject property.
Dimensional requirements for Waterfront Residential (WF) District.
Editor's Note: Schedule I is included at the end of this chapter.
One-story building: 1,000 square feet
Each principal dwelling unit shall have a garage with a minimum width of not less than 14 feet containing an area of not less than 280 square feet.
Purpose. The purpose of the Townhouse Residential (TH) District is to regulate land use for high-density residential development, to provide a variety of housing types in an area with public water and sewer services and to serve as a transition between the residential and business districts. The Town Board may on its own motion, or in response to an application, amend the Zoning Map to establish a Townhouse Residential (TH) District. In reaching its decision, the Town Board shall consider this statement of purpose, the general criteria set forth in this chapter and the current Comprehensive Plan for the Town.
Townhouse dwelling units.
Multiple-family dwelling units subject to the regulations of this article. Such units shall be constructed in harmony with and complementary to the single-family residences in the abutting residential district.
Twin home dwellings.
[Added 10-18-2005]
Detached garage structures.
Decks or porches, provided that each serves only a single dwelling unit.
Parks and playground facilities to serve residents of the premises.
One utility shed per dwelling unit for the private use of the individual household, provided that the structure does not exceed an area of 100 square feet and is located no further than 20 feet from an entrance to the residence to which it is an accessory use.
Special permitted uses. (This subsection is reserved.)
Requirements for Townhouse Residential (TH) District.
Each multiple residence building, twin home dwelling or townhouse structure shall be constructed and maintained in compliance with the requirements of the Multiple Residence Law and the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code, as applicable. Such structure shall, however, conform to the local code if the Town has established more stringent requirements.
[Amended 10-18-2005]
Each multiple residence, twin home dwelling or townhouse development shall have a lot area of not less than two acres.
There shall be a lot area of not less than 3,500 square feet for each dwelling unit located on the lot.
[Amended 4-15-2003]
Each dwelling unit shall provide the following minimum habitable area. Areas for the common use of occupants such as lobbies and corridors will not be considered as habitable area.
Studio apartment (not more than 25% of the total number of units provided shall be studio units): 500 square feet.
One-bedroom apartment: 650 square feet.
Two-bedroom apartment: 800 square feet.
More than a two-bedroom apartment: 800 square feet, plus 150 square feet for each additional bedroom.
Townhouse unit: 950 square feet.
No building shall contain more than eight dwelling units.
Each dwelling unit shall have its own separate full bathroom.
All multiple residence, twin home dwelling and townhouse developments shall provide safe and efficient pedestrian circulation and site lighting.
All multiple residence buildings, twin home dwellings and townhouse structures shall be served by publicly owned, operated and maintained water supply and sanitary sewage disposal facilities.
Each building shall be provided with suitable containers for the storage of recyclable materials and refuse collections. Such containers shall be screened from public view by use of fences or solid walls.
Access to public roads.
All multiple residence, twin home dwelling and townhouse developments shall have direct access from the common parking area(s) to a dedicated highway.
No individual dwelling unit shall have direct access to a dedicated highway.
Two parking spaces shall be provided for each dwelling unit. Each parking space shall have a minimum width of nine feet, and a minimum length of 18 feet. Not less than one parking space for each dwelling unit shall be enclosed.
[Amended 10-18-2005; 1-15-2013 by L.L. No. 1-2013]
In addition to the required parking spaces for each dwelling unit, one additional space shall be provided in common parking lots for every four dwelling units for the convenience of residents and their guests. The location of common parking lots shall be determined by the Planning Board as part of the site plan review process.
Each dwelling unit shall have a rear yard adjacent to the unit which shall be reasonably secluded from view from neighboring property or streets and which shall include at least 500 square feet of usable open space.
No multiple residence, twin home dwelling or townhouse development shall have more than 2 stories or be more than 35 feet in height. Spires, chimneys, cupolas, flagpoles and antennas are exempt from this limitation, provided that the antennas are visually integrated into the building lines.
No room shall be used for living purposes if more than four feet of its vertical height is below grade.
No multiple residence, twin home dwelling or townhouse building shall be less than 18 feet in width.
No exterior wall shall exceed 50 feet in length unless there is a lateral offset of at least four feet in its alignment.
Except for an accessory structure to an individual dwelling unit, the minimum distance between a multiple residence or townhouse dwelling structure and any other structure on a proposed development site shall be 40 feet and the minimum distance between a twin home dwelling and any other structure on a proposed development site shall be 20 feet.
[Amended 12-1-1998; 10-18-2005]
No swimming pool shall be located within 40 feet of a multiple residence or townhouse dwelling structure or 20 feet from a twin home dwelling.
[Added 12-1-1998; amended 10-18-2005]
Not less than 25% of the land area within a multiple residence, twin home dwelling or townhouse development, excluding parking areas and vehicle access facilities, shall be established and maintained as open space for the use and enjoyment of residents and their guests.
The coverage of all buildings and structures within a multiple residence, twin home dwelling or townhouse development shall not exceed 25% of the area of the entire site.
No structure within a multiple residence, twin home dwelling or townhouse development shall be setback less than 20 feet from any common parking area.
No structure within a multiple residence, twin home dwelling or townhouse development shall be setback less than 75 feet from a state or county highway or 40 feet from a Town road and not less than 50 feet from the external property line for the development. However, side yard setbacks for individual lots shall be zero feet from the property line wherever two townhouse, twin home dwelling or multifamily dwelling units are joined by a common wall along the parcel boundary.
Notwithstanding the provisions of § 165-128B(2), the height of a privacy fence built upon a deck or other structure shall be limited to a height of four feet from the surface of the deck or other structure.
[Added 2-3-2009 by L.L. No. 1-2009]
Purpose. The purpose of the Planned Development-Senior Residential District is to:
Provide a variety of senior-oriented housing types in an area with public water and sewer services;
To regulate land use for senior-oriented residential development in a manner that provides certain advantages over that which would be obtained under conventional zoning;
To provide a development framework for senior-oriented residential communities that results in land uses and physical site arrangements that are not contemplated under conventional zoning;
To preserve and enhance natural features of the site.
Objectives. The following objectives shall be considered in the development of a PD-SR District:
Provide for a maximum choice in the types of environment, occupancy, tenure, types of housing, lot sizes and community facilities available to existing and potential residents.
Provide for usable open space and recreation areas and other facilities serving the community, such as trail ways to neighboring properties, sitting benches, and the like.
Provide for access to trail ways, open space and other community services through clearly designated pathways as part of the project development.
Provide for convenient location of commercial and service areas that are appropriately scaled to serve primarily residents of the senior residential development and to minimize impacts on traffic and neighboring properties.
Provide for safe and efficient vehicular ingress and egress, as well as circulation within the site.
Provide for safe and convenient pedestrian access to facilities within the district, public transportation facilities and to any existing pedestrian walkways that adjoin the district.
Provide for auxiliary parking as may be necessary and ensure that such parking areas are treated with appropriate landscaping or structural features to allow a more aesthetic presentation to the entire district.
Provide for the preservation of trees, outstanding natural topography and geologic features, and the prevention of soil erosion.
Provide for a creative use of land and related physical development that allows orderly transition of land from rural to urban uses.
Provide for an efficient use of land, resulting in smaller networks of utilities and streets, thereby lowering housing costs.
Provide for service alleys to allow safe and adequate access to structures in the district for purposes of refuse removal, emergency access and other public or private services.
Provide for a development pattern consistent with the objectives of the Comprehensive Plan.
Provide for special security needs of persons and property within such district as deemed necessary by the nature of the development.
Provide for a more desirable environment than would be possible through the strict application of other provisions of the Town's zoning regulations.
Promote community senior housing in a unique setting that is appropriate to the anticipated residents of each such community by utilizing homeowners' or condominium associations, deed restrictions and other regulatory procedures, where appropriate.
Project size, location and ownership.
Land to be considered for PD-SR zoning must contain a minimum of 15 contiguous acres and may be located in any residential zoning district.
The tract of land for a project may be owned, leased or controlled either by a single person, a corporation or by a group of individuals and/or corporations. An application must be filed by the owner or jointly by all the owners of property included in a project. In the case of multiple ownership, the approved plan shall be binding on all owners.
Procedures to establish a PD-SR District.
Establishment of PD-SR District. The Town Board may, on its own motion or in response to an application, amend the Zoning Map to establish a Planned Development-Senior Residential district. In reaching its decision, the Town Board shall consider this statement of purpose, objectives and general criteria set forth in this chapter, as well as the current Comprehensive Plan for the Town.
Before the consideration of zoning of any property to a PD-SR District can take place by the Town Board, the owner, or his authorized agent, submit an application for rezoning to PD-SR to the Town Board. Such application shall include a conceptual site plan as described in Article XIII, Site Plan Regulations. The Town Board shall refer the conceptual site plan to the Planning Board, which shall review it in accordance with the site plan approval procedures established in Article XIII. The Planning Board shall submit a report of its findings to the Town Board.
Upon receipt of a favorable report from the Planning Board covering the conceptual site plan, or upon its own determination subsequent to an unfavorable report, the Town Board shall set a date for and conduct the public hearings necessary for the purpose of considering PD-SR Districting for the applicant's plan in accordance with the procedures established in § 165-7, Amendments.
Following the public hearing, the Town Board may establish the PD-SR District. PD-SR Districting shall be conditional upon securing of final site plan approval by the applicant in accordance with procedures set forth in Article XIII and compliance with all additional conditions and requirements as may be set forth by the Town Board in its resolution granting the PD-SR Districting.
The Planning Board shall conduct a single review that will address the requirements of site plan review under the provisions of Article XIII, Site Plan Regulations, as well as those for the review of subdivisions under Town Subdivision Regulations,[1] subject to the following conditions:
As directed by the Town Planning Board, the developer shall prepare sets of subdivision plats suitable for filing with the Office of the Monroe County Clerk, in addition to those drawings required for site plan review.
The developer may plat the entire development either as a subdivision or as a single property. Multiple phases of development, if any, shall be identified on the plat. The Planning Board may require that the final site plan/subdivision review for phases be approved and recorded individually.
Editor's Note: See Ch. 130, Subdivision of Land.
Permitted uses.
Permitted residential uses. All residential types may be permitted as principal uses, including but not limited to single-family dwellings, twin home dwellings, townhouse dwelling units and multiple-residence buildings, provided that the residences are predominantly designed for persons age 55 or older.
Permitted public and community service uses.
Recreation and open space uses which are scaled primarily to serve the residents of the PD-SR District.
Indoor or outdoor recreational facilities for the private, noncommercial use of the residents of the PD-SR District.
Community buildings and facilities owned and maintained by the Town.
Permitted commercial and service uses.
Offices and clinics of New York State licensed health care professions, including but not limited to dentists, chiropractic, optical, physicians, pharmacists, veterinarians or other health care professions, excluding overnight occupancy, provided that there are not more than eight professionals per office or clinic.
Outpatient medical laboratories.
Adult day care.
Offices of accountants, real estate brokers, financial planners, or lawyers.
A community center or clubhouse for the private, noncommercial use of the residents of the PD-SR District.
Permitted accessory uses to residential uses:
Courtyards, gazebos, tennis courts or swimming pools for the private, noncommercial use of the residents of the PD-SR District.
Garages for the private, noncommercial use of the residents and to store vehicles and equipment used in property maintenance of the PD-SR District.
Permitted accessory uses to nonresidential uses.
Storage facilities incidental to the principal use, provided that all storage of materials and equipment is enclosed or otherwise secured from adverse weather.
Pharmacies, when included within a medical services building.
Requirements for residential uses in the Senior Residential (PD-SR) District.
Dimensional requirements.
All single-family dwelling units within a PD-SR District shall have a living area, excluding the area of porches and auto garages, of not less than the following when computed using the outside dimensions of the dwelling unit:
One-story dwelling with no more than two bedrooms: a ground floor of 1,020 square feet.
One-story dwelling with more than two bedrooms: a ground floor of 1,120 square feet.
Split-level dwelling: 1,120 square feet of finished living area above ground.
Two-story dwelling: 1,300 square feet of finished living area total, including both floors.
Raised-ranch dwelling: 1,600 square feet of living area total, with at least 980 square feet of finished living area above ground.
Townhouses, twin home dwellings and multiple-residence buildings.
All multiple-residential dwelling units within a PD-SR District shall have a living area computed on the outside dimensions of the dwelling unit based on the following criteria:
Minimum Unit Size
(square feet)
Three or more bedrooms
800, plus 100 for each additional bedroom
9 Not more than 25% of the total number of units provided shall be studio units.
All multiple residences, twin home dwellings and townhouse developments shall provide safe and efficient pedestrian circulation and site lighting.
All multiple-residence buildings, twin home dwellings and townhouse structures shall be served by adequate water supply and sanitary sewage disposal facilities that are owned, operated and maintained by a competent entity. On-site water supply or wastewater disposal facilities intended to serve individual residential units shall not be permitted.
All multiple residences, twin home dwellings and townhouse developments shall have direct access from the common parking area(s) to a dedicated highway.
All twin home dwellings and townhouse developments shall provide two parking spaces for each dwelling unit. At least one parking space for each dwelling unit shall be enclosed.
All multiple residences shall provide 1.5 parking spaces for each dwelling unit. Each parking space shall have a minimum width of nine feet and a minimum length of 18 feet. The Planning Board, at its own discretion, may reduce the required number of spaces upon receipt of sufficient supporting data from the developer. Such data shall clearly and factually state the actual parking requirements of the proposed multiple-residence building.
No multiple residence, twin home dwelling or townhouse development shall have more than two stories or be more than 35 feet in height. Spires, chimneys, cupolas and flagpoles are exempt from this limitation, as are antennas, provided that the antennas are visually integrated into the building lines.
No swimming pool shall be located within 40 feet of a multiple-residence or townhouse dwelling structure.
Additional requirements for single-family dwellings, twin home dwellings and townhouse buildings are as follows. There shall be:
A minimum overhang of one foot on the roof on the front and rear of all homes.
A minimum of five inches of rake on the gable roof end.
A single-car garage with a minimum width of 14 feet and a minimum area of 280 square feet per dwelling unit, either attached or detached.
Two exit doors.
An area between the gutter and sidewalk that is paved the full width of the driveway.
No more than three single-family detached homes of substantially similar style located on three adjacent lots which front on the same street.
For single-family dwelling units, a tree planted for each parcel, except on a corner lot, which shall require two trees to be planted, one on each side of the lot facing the road.
Sidewalks installed on at least one side of all interior roadways to accommodate pedestrian circulation.
The total density of residential development within the PD-SR District shall not exceed 10 dwelling units per acre. The calculation of such dwelling unit density shall not include areas designated as open space nor shall it include areas devoted to nonresidential uses. The areas used for the calculation of density shall be identified in the conceptual site plan.
Requirements for recreation, open space and public and community service uses.
Open space shall comprise at least 25% of the development area unless deemed inappropriate or impractical by the Planning Board in connection with the site plan approval. No permanent structures shall be allowed on land designated as "open space."
The total amount of land allocated for indoor recreational facilities, structures owned and maintained by the Town or other indoor community service facilities shall comprise not more than 10% of the entire PD-SR District, including space for off-street parking, unless more or less extensive use is deemed appropriate or advisable by the Planning Board in connection with the site plan approval as required herein.
Requirements for commercial and service uses, including specially permitted uses.
Permitted commercial and service uses shall be scaled primarily to serve the specific needs of the residents of the district and shall be designed and located so as to facilitate pedestrian as well as vehicular access from the residences within the district.
Space allocated for such commercial and service uses shall comprise not more than 10% of the entire PD-SR District, including space for off-street parking, unless more or less extensive use is deemed appropriate or advisable by the Planning Board in connection with the site plan approval as required herein.
Commercial and service uses within a PD-SR District shall be consolidated into a single area within the district.
Commercial and service uses within a PD-SR District shall adhere to the following requirements:
Buildings utilized for approved nonresidential use activity within a PD-SR District shall be of architecture that is similar or complementary to the approved architectural scheme of the district.
Site plan review and Planning Board approval shall be required for any additions and/or changes to structures, landscaping and signage related to a nonresidential use within a PD-SR District that are proposed subsequent to the approval of the overall site development plan by the Planning Board.
Parking, loading, access, fencing and site requirements shall be as provided in Article XVI of this chapter.
Signs shall be permitted as listed and further regulated in Article XIV of this chapter.
Outside storage of waste materials shall be screened from view.
Site lighting shall be shielded in such a way that the source light is not visible at the lot line.
All customer parking areas shall be hard surfaced and buffered from any adjacent residential lot.
In recognition of the unique restrictions and limitations which impact nonresidential uses within a PD-SR District, various requirements which are otherwise imposed upon commercial use within the Town may be modified or waived by the Planning Board upon good cause shown, including but not limited to requirements regarding off-street parking.
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Daryl's Restoration Over-Hall Episodes
After designing the new space and signing off on the plans, Daryl finally breaks ground on the addition to his 1787 farmhouse. Unfortunately it doesn't take long to discover that the soil is full of dense pockets of hard stone. Making things even more difficult, the hammering from the excavator is shaking the foundation of the original house. When they find rotting beams in the cellar, all work might have to end, bringing construction to a quick stop. If the build is going to go forward, they'll have to find a way around it.
Hunting for Summer Beams
After some setbacks, the foundation for the addition to Daryl's 1787 farmhouse is in. It's time to start putting up some walls, but a problem with the town causes a big delay and forces Daryl to make a creative decision so they can move forward. Making this house unique, Daryl wants to combine modern and historic building techniques, salvaged lumber and new wood. However, finding the right summer beams for the new kitchen proves to be more difficult than he thought. Once he found the right beams, Daryl and his team then have to get the enormous beams into place.
Striking Iron
The second story walls are up and Daryl's ready to get the roof on and the windows in. Using some creative carpentry techniques, the new roof will look like it's been settling for two hundred fifty years. He'll also use salvaged chestnut to build the window frames, giving the house a more authentic feel. A trip to a foundry in Pennsylvania to pick out traditionally fashioned sconces and candle stands will help Daryl put the historically accurate finishing touches on the addition to his 1787 farmhouse. Daryl tries his own hand at striking iron.
Nicole Curtis Drops In
Daryl's ready to start working on the inside of the house and this time he has a very special guest. Nicole Curtis will be stopping by to give Daryl a hand refinishing a salvaged door for the new kitchen pantry. After a tour of the house, Daryl takes Nicole down to the barn to see his collection of salvaged materials. Once they've picked the door, it's time to get to work. After some sanding and painting, the door's ready to go. Finishing out the process, Daryl will hunt down historically accurate hinges for the door.
Buttoning Up The House
With the frame of the addition complete, it's time for Daryl to button up the outside of the house. That means that he'll have to find period doors for the entrances, get up the clapboard, and find a mason to build the fireboxes and chimney. A local merchant surprises Daryl with a very unique door for the kitchen. The chimney is a huge project, so finding somebody that can make the brick and the mortar historically accurate is important. It's a lot to balance, especially when Daryl has to go out on tour.
Stones and Brick
With the outside of the house finished, it's time for Daryl to focus on the inside. First up is the Stone Room where Daryl plans to be playing some music. To add to the authentic look he started with the salvaged beams, a veneer created with local fieldstone will be applied to the room's walls. Rounding out the look, a special brick floor will be created and reclaimed boards used as paneling. On top of finishing the Stone Room, Daryl is trying to get ready for the opening of his new club. He'll work hard to get it all done.
Juggling Old and New
Daryl is ready to get started on the first floor, starting with the Sitting Room. Keeping it historically accurate, this front room will have a more formal and ornate look, using both reclaimed wood and crafted paneling from new lumber. A treasure hunt through Daryl's barn uncovers a valuable resource. After a little elbow grease from Steve and Joe, it will give the Sitting Room a very unique feel. However, incorporating modern technologies proves to be a challenge. Getting in heating and air conditioning without affecting the period look that Daryl is working for requires some creative thinking.
Everything and the Kitchen Sink
The addition to Daryl's 1787 farmhouse is getting very close to wrapping up, but there's still plenty of work that needs to be done. Now it's time for Daryl to tackle the kitchen and he gives every detail his attention. Salvaged floor boards and wall panels are installed. Then finding the right stain for the wood paneled walls presents a challenge. But when Daryl discovers a forgotten box from his past, the finishing touches come together.
The Final Push
It's been a long road and Daryl is close to finishing up work on the addition to his house. With family coming soon, the pressure's on and there are a lot of details Daryl still has to deal with. He needs to install tiles for the stove's alcove in the kitchen, get the custom cabinets built then stain and finish the molding in the Sitting Room. A big problem with the refrigerator delivery and a last minute change to the front yard's landscape threaten to stop his progress, but Daryl manages to get the house finished right on time.
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Mechanism of resistance acquisition and treatment of macrolide-resistant Mycoplasma pneumoniae pneumonia in children
Hyeon-Jong Yang, Dae Jin Song, Jung Yeon Shim
Yang, Song, and Shim: Mechanism of resistance acquisition and treatment of macrolide-resistant Mycoplasma pneumoniae pneumonia in children
Hyeon-Jong Yang, MD, PhD1,*, Dae Jin Song, MD, PhD2,*, Jung Yeon Shim, MD, PhD3
1Department of Pediatrics, Soonchunhyang University Seoul Hospital, Soonchunhyang University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.
2Department of Pediatrics, Korea University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.
3Department of Pediatrics, Kangbuk Samsung Hospital, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.
Corresponding author: Jung Yeon Shim, MD, PhD. Division of Pediatric Allergy & Pulmonology, Department of Pediatrics, Kangbuk Samsung Hospital, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, 29 Saemunan-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul 03181, Korea.
Tel: +82-2-2001-2484, Fax: +82-2-2001-2199, jy7.shim@samsung.com
*These authors contributed equally to this study and should be considered co-first authors.
Received February 20, 2017 Revised April 17, 2017 Accepted April 30, 2017
Mycoplasma pneumoniae pneumonia (MPP) is one of the most common forms of community-acquired pneumonia in children and adolescents. Outbreaks of MPP occur in 3- to 7-year cycles worldwide; recent epidemics in Korea occurred in 2006–2007, 2011, and 2015–2016. Although MPP is known to be a mild, self-limiting disease with a good response to macrolides, it can also progress into a severe and fulminant disease. Notably, since 2000, the prevalence of macrolide-resistant MPP has rapidly increased, especially in Asian countries, recently reaching up to 80%–90%. Macrolide-resistant Mycoplasma pneumoniae (MRMP) harbors a point mutation in domain V of 23S rRNA with substitutions mainly detected at positions 2063 and 2064 of the sequence. The excessive use of macrolides may contribute to these mutations. MRMP can lead to clinically refractory pneumonia, showing no clinical or radiological response to macrolides, and can progress to severe and complicated pneumonia. Refractory MPP is characterized by an excessive immune response against the pathogen as well as direct injury caused by an increasing bacterial load. A change of antibiotics is recommended to reduce the bacterial load. Tetracyclines or quinolones can be alternatives for treating MRMP. Otherwise, corticosteroid or intravenous immunoglobulin can be added to the treatment regimen as immunomodulators to down-regulate an excessive host immune reaction and alleviate immune-mediated pulmonary injury. However, the exact starting time point, dose, or duration of immunomodulators has not been established. This review focuses on the mechanism of resistance acquisition and treatment options for MRMP pneumonia.
Key words: Mycoplasma pneumoniae, Pneumonia, Macrolides, Drug resistance, Child
Mycoplasma pneumoniae is one of the most common pathogens causing community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) in children and adolescents, accounting for 10%–40% of all cases of CAP, and is substantially more common in children or adolescents than in adults. The recent epidemics in Korea occurred in 2006–2007, 2011, and 2015–2016, and the rate of macrolide-resistant Mycoplasma pneumoniae (MRMP) has been on the rise, with a rate of 14.7% in 2006, 51.6% in 2011, and reaching up to 84.6% in 20151,2,3,4). The rates of MRMP in Japan and China are similar to those in Korea5,6,7), whereas countries in North America and Europe reported an MRMP rate of only approximately 10%8). The high rates of MRMP may be associated with the excessive use of macrolides in Asian countries. Macrolide resistance is associated with point mutations in domain V of 23S rRNA5). The most common mutation is the A2063G transition, followed by the A2064G transition.
Macrolides have been traditionally used as first-line antibiotics in children with M. pneumoniae pneumonia (MPP) because of their low toxicity, low minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC), and no contraindications in children. The usual duration of treatment is recommended at 7–14 days with clarithromycin and 5 days with azithromycin8). Since MRMP pneumonia has more severe clinical outcomes such as a longer duration of fever, cough, and hospital days in addition to radiologic progression, second-line antibiotics or adjunctive immunomodulators are required. Tetracyclines such as doxycycline and minocycline or fluoroquinolones, primarily levofloxacin, can be used as alternative antibiotics in such cases6). However, tetracyclines and levofloxacin are not approved for use in children under 12 years old and under 18 years old, respectively, in Korea. Acquired resistance to tetracyclines and levofloxacin has not yet been reported1), although levofloxacin-resistant S. pneumoniae was isolated9).
The immunopathogenesis of the lung injury caused by MRMP is assumed to be related to an amplified host immune response such as cytokine overproduction and T-cell activation10). Accordingly, the use of immunomodulators such as corticosteroids or intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) can reduce the excessive host immune reaction and improve clinical outcomes11,12,13,14). However, the exact time point for the start, duration, or dose of immunomodulators has not been confirmed. This review focuses on the known mechanisms of resistance acquisition and treatment options of MRMP pneumonia.
Mechanisms of resistance acquisition and detection of macrolide resistance
M. pneumoniae is intrinsically resistant to beta-lactams and other antibiotics targeting the bacterial cell wall due to the lack of a cell wall. Therefore, antibiotics that interfere with protein or DNA synthesis, such as macrolides, lincosamides, streptogramin combinations, and ketolides (MLSK), tetracyclines, and quinolones, have been used in clinical practice to treat M. pneumoniae infections. Among these antibiotics, macrolides act on the 50S ribosomal subunit of the bacterial ribosome to inhibit protein synthesis15). The site of peptide bond formation on the large 50S ribosomal subunit forms the central peptidyltransferase loop in domain V of 23S rRNA (Fig. 1)16). Nucleotides on the central loop are necessary for macrolides binding.
The most common mechanisms of macrolide resistance are efflux of the antibiotics (extrusion of the drug from the cell) and target site modification by a post-transcriptional modification of 23S rRNA or mutations in 23S rRNA or ribosomal proteins17). However, only target site modifications through mutations have been associated with macrolide resistance in M. pneumoniae to date18). Although resistance acquired through a target site mutation was detected for all three classes of antibiotics commonly used against M. pneumoniae in mutants selected in vitro, this mechanism of resistance has only been reported in clinical isolates for the MLSK antibiotics8).
Macrolide resistance has been associated with mutations at the sites 2063, 2064, 2067, and 2617 in domain V of the 23S rRNA sequence5,19,20). The A2063G transition is the most common mutation, followed by the A2064G transition5). Although mutations at positions A2067 and C2617 have also been linked to macrolide resistance, they are relatively rare. The resistance level to macrolides varies depending on the position at which the mutation occurs. Comparison of sequencing results with antimicrobial susceptibility testing confirmed that the A2063G and A2064G mutations conferred a high level of resistance to 14- and 15-membered macrolides. Although the A2063G mutation was related to an intermediate level of resistance to 16-membered macrolides, the A2067G transition conferred a high level of resistance to these antibiotics in a mutant selected in vitro (Fig. 1)21,22,23).
Mutations of genes encoding ribosomal proteins L4 and L22 have also been associated with low-level macrolide resistance in a mutant selected in vitro24). However, mutations in ribosomal proteins L4 and L22 have rarely been reported in clinical isolates.
To date, no cross-resistance has been observed between MLSK and other antibiotic classes used to treat M. pneumoniae. In addition, all clinical isolates with macrolide resistance were found to be susceptible to tetracyclines and fluoroquinolones.
To make better clinical decisions in the treatment of MPP, early detection of MRMP is necessary. However, antimicrobial susceptibility testing for M. pneumoniae requires a long period of time because M. pneumoniae is fastidious and slow growing. Therefore, various molecular methods for the rapid detection of MRMP from respiratory samples have been developed. In addition to conventional polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and sequencing of the 23S rRNA gene, PCR-restriction fragment length polymorphism, real-time PCR and high-resolution melt analysis, Cycleave PCR, and a single nucleotide polymorphism-PCR have been introduced to detect macrolide resistance25,26,27,28). Although there are no commercially available sensitive kits to detect MRMP, such kits are expected to become available soon and will be useful for the appropriate management of patients with MPP.
Clinical manifestation and laboratory findings
To date, data collected from patients with MRMP pneumonia suggest that the infection does not increase the severity of disease or the risk of complications in children3,7,29,30). That is, the clinical symptoms, laboratory and radiographic findings, and overall severity of pneumonia are generally similar between MRMP and macrolide-susceptible M. pneumoniae (MSMP) pneumonia.
However, the clinical efficacy of macrolide treatment tends to be lower in patients with MRMP pneumonia than in patients with MSMP pneumonia. Most patients with MRMP pneumonia show persistent signs and symptoms, with a prolonged duration of hospital stay and antibiotic administration compared with patients with MSMP pneumonia. In addition, recent reports demonstrated increased disease progression during therapy and complications in patients with MRMP pneumonia31,32). Surveillance data from Japan also showed that the number of patients requiring hospitalization has gradually increased along with the increase in the prevalence of MRMP pneumonia in children30). Overall, these studies raise the possibility that MRMP infection could increase the severity of pneumonia.
One reason for the inconsistency among previous studies regarding the impact of MRMP on clinical outcomes may be that patients with MRMP pneumonia had more persistent signs and symptoms, which led physicians to add an adjunctive treatment such as corticosteroids or to replace antibiotics to achieve more rapid clinical improvement. Another reason may be related to differences among the populations reported. Most previous studies included patients with moderate to severe disease who required hospitalization, which might lead to an overestimation of the general severity of MSMP pneumonia, assuming that the majority of patients with MSMP pneumonia would have been treated in an outpatient clinic rather than in hospital. Therefore, at this point, the clinical relevance of the increased prevalence of MRMP cannot be definitively established. Continuous surveillance of the influence of MRMP on disease outcome is necessary to better define its clinical relevance and to develop appropriate treatment strategies.
Given the rapid spread of macrolide resistance, alternative therapies without cross-resistance are urgently needed, particularly in children for whom macrolide resistance is more common, and tetracyclines and fluoroquinolones cannot be prescribed. Although a recent Cochrane review concluded that there is insufficient evidence on the efficacy of antibiotics for treating MPP in children, and MPP shows a self-limited course even without antibiotics33), macrolides are still recommended as the first-line antibiotics for treating M. pneumoniae infection because of their low toxicity in children. However, the widespread use and misuse of macrolides may cause the rapid emergence of MRMP19). The prevalence of MRMP is highest in Asia, where M. pneumoniae infections are highly prevalent overall, and MRMP may develop during macrolide treatment34). Because there are no appropriate treatment alternatives for children, reducing the indiscriminate abuse of macrolides will be the only key solution to prevent further pandemics of MRMP.
Determination of the MIC is important for establishing the inhibitory activity of an antimicrobial against DNA metabolism and protein synthesis. Macrolides, tetracyclines, and fluoroquinolones have the best MIC values against M. pneumoniae; however, the use of the latter 2 antibiotics is limited owing to concerns of several side effects35). Not all cases of MRMP infection require treatment with a second-line drug such as tetracyclines and fluoroquinolones; some patients could be treated with macrolides even in the presence of macrolide resistance36,37). Fever, which is the clinical decision point to evaluate the suseptibility for the first-line antibiotic, usually subsides within 48–72 hours after treatment in an individual infected with a macrolide-sensitive strain. If the clinical symptoms do not improve within 48–72 hours with the first-line antibiotics, a change to the second-line antibiotics is recommended6). The Pediatric Infectious Diseases Society and the Infectious Diseases Society of America recommend azithromycin as the first-line antibiotic, and clarithromycin, erythromycin (not available in Korea), doxycycline (for children aged ≥8 years), levofloxacin, or moxifloxacin (for adolescents) as the second-line antibiotics38). The Japanese Society of Pediatric Pulmonology, Japanese Society for Pediatric Infectious Disease, Japan Pediatric Society, and Japanese Society of Mycoplasmology recommend macrolides as the first-line drug, and tosufloxacin or tetracyclines as the second-line drugs6).
In Korea, tetracycline is not approved for use in children under 12 years old and can be cautiously used in 8- to 11-year-old children only when there are no alternative antibiotics available.
2. Tetracyclines
Doxycycline, minocycline, oxytetracycline, tetracycline, and tigecycline are the currently available Korean Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved tetracyclines. However, none of these drugs has been approved by the Korean FDA for children under 12 years old. The biological action of tetracyclines resides in their inhibitory activity against protein synthesis. Tooth discoloration, gastrointestinal disturbances, photosensitivity, and hepatotoxicity are the most common adverse drug reactions of tetracyclines. The degree of tooth discoloration is known to be dependent on the dose per body weight, duration of use, and stage of tooth development39). Since the calcification of permanent teeth is completed before 7–8 years of age40), this is the main rationale for the prohibition of its use in children under 8 years of age.
Among tetracyclines, minocycline is associated with greater adverse reactions in the bone, central nervous system, and skin than the others41). In particular, the generation of black bones in the oral cavity is one of the most remarkable side effects of minocycline39). Minocycline is not approved in the United States or in the European Union. However, it is the only approved tetracycline in Japan6). To date, only 2 clinical trials have evaluated the efficacy of minocycline in children with MRMP. Although both were non-randomized trials and did not release a safety report, they reported the excellent efficacy of minocycline treatment42,43). A retrospective study on the effectiveness of doxycycline showed that it was more effective than macrolide treatment. The records of a total of 48 children with MPP were reviewed in this study. Among them, 19 children (16 in the MRMP group and 3 in the MSMP group) who were treated with doxycycline showed a faster time to defervescence44). Even though doxycycline is known to cause tooth discoloration due to the low binding affinity to calcium45), one observational study reported an absence of tooth staining with a short course of doxycycline in children under 8 years of age46). Analysis of the pathogens responsible for the MRMP epidemics during 2000–2011 in Korea showed a significantly higher MIC for 50% of the strains and MIC90 for macrolides. However, all of the strains were susceptible to the second-line drugs, including tetracycline, doxycycline, levofloxacin, ciprofloxacin, and moxifloxacin1). In Korea, the needs for second-line antibiotics are increasing. Fortunately, advances in dental care techniques can now allow for the use of tetracyclines in children with severe MRMP with reduced concern about tooth discoloration.
3. Fluoroquinolones
Ciprofloxacin, gemifloxacin, levofloxacin, lomefloxacin, moxifloxacin, norfloxacin, ofloxacin, and tosufloxacin are the currently available Korean FDA-approved fluoroquinolones. None of these drugs has been approved by the Korean FDA for children under 18 years old. A recent systematic review on the safety of ciprofloxacin in children reported a frequency of 1.6% musculoskeletal adverse events47). Levofloxacin has been referred to as a respiratory fluoroquinolone owing to its excellent activity against many respiratory bacteria such as Streptococcus pneumoniae and Mycoplasma pneumoniae. However, the results of levofloxacin-related adverse risks are inconsistent48,49), and there is a lack of information on its safety in children. On May 12, 2016, the U.S. FDA advised restricting fluoroquinolone antibiotic use for treating certain uncomplicated infections because of the occurrence of serious adverse reactions such as tendinitis, tendon rupture, worsening of myasthenia gravis, risk of peripheral neuropathy and central nervous system effects, and dermatologic, cardiac, and hypersensitivity reactions50). In addition, the black box warning (FDA's strongest warning) was updated on July 26, 2016 for all oral and injectable fluoroquinolone antibiotics given the disabling and potentially permanent side effects on the tendon, muscle, joints, nerves, and central nervous system51). In particular, they emphasized that “the risk of these serious side effects (of fluoroquinolones) generally outweighs the benefits for patients with acute bacterial sinusitis, acute bacterial exacerbation of chronic bronchitis, and uncomplicated urinary tract infections, and should be reserved for those who do not have alternative treatment options.” However, they also announced that for some serious bacterial infections, the benefits of fluoroquinolones outweigh the risks and it is appropriate for them to remain available as a therapeutic option. Among the fluoroquinolones, levofloxacin and ofloxacin seem to be associated with a higher risk of causing tendon damage than the other fluoroquinolones, and the tendinitis risk seems to be dependent on the dose and duration of use52). Therefore, prescribing physicians should be aware of balancing the relative risks and benefits associated with fluoroquinolones, and their use in children should be limited to the treatment of life-threatening infections without alternative therapeutic options.
To date, no tetracycline and fluoroquinolone resistance has been reported in cases of MRMP. However, clinicians should be aware of the possibility of second-line drug resistance.
4. Corticosteroid therapy and IVIG
Approximately 0.5%–2% of MPP cases progress to the fulminant type of pneumonia, including fatal respiratory failure, which is most prevalent in adolescents. To date, there is no specific biomarker to predict the progression of fulminant MPP; thus, the treatment strategy largely depends on close observation and the clinician's experience. Although there is no clear guideline yet, systemic corticosteroid or IVIG is considered to be a reasonable treatment option53). Recent evidence shows that the severity of M. pneumoniae infections is largely dependent on the host immune response; thus, use of an immunomodulator such as corticosteroids and IVIG should be considered in the treatment of severe M. pneumoniae infections, regardless of macrolide resistance11,54,55).
Although there are no guidelines put forward for corticosteroid treatment in severe MRMP to date, numerous studies have reported the efficacy of corticosteroids in the treatment of severe MRMP11,12,13,54,56). Unfortunately, the indication, time, dose, and duration of corticosteroids remain unclear. The dose varies from oral prednisolone at 1 mg/kg/day to intravenous methylprednisolone at 30 mg/kg/day for 3 days. Long-lasting fever and a serum lactate dehydrogenase level of ≥480 IU/L are known indications of effective corticosteroid therapy57). A recent randomized controlled study showed that methylprednisolone (2 mg/kg/day for 3 days) and IVIG (400 mg/kg/day for 3 days) therapy in children with refractory MPP who had a fever for at least 7 days or persistent consolidation of more than one lobe despite appropriate macrolides could significantly reduce the fever duration, resorption of atelectasis, and pleural effusion compared to treatment with azithromycin alone12).
IVIG has been used as an immunomodulator in the treatment of immune-mediated diseases. Several studies reported the efficacy of IVIG for severe MPP in children12,58,59). Besides fulminant MPP, there are numerous reports showing that IVIG therapy was effective in treating hemophagocytic syndrome, encephalitis, myocarditis complicated with complete heart block, cold agglutinin-related severe hemolytic anemia, mucositis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, and acquired hemophilia58,60,61,62).
To date, many studies have reported the efficacy of corticosteroid therapy in refractory MPP. A recent randomized controlled trial showed that early adjunct corticosteroid treatment shortened the time to clinical stability in CAP63). In addition, recent studies reported the efficacy and effectiveness of an early systemic immunomodulator (corticosteroids and/or IVIG) in the treatment of MRMP12,14). The severity and chronicity of infection-associated respiratory disease largely depends on the interaction between the respiratory pathogen and host immune response; thus, early treatment of a systemic immunomodulator to reduce aberrant immune responses in the potential stage of acute respiratory distress syndrome was emphasized64). Nevertheless, there is still controversy related to the optimal timing of immunomodulatory therapy.
Prognosis and complications
Progression and severe complications are hypothesized to result from delayed diagnosis and treatment, macrolide resistance, coinfections with other microorganisms, or host hyper-immune responses53). Initial signs and symptoms cannot generally distinguish MRMP from MSMP. Cases of MRMP tend to show more persistent symptoms, including long-lasting fever, coughing, subsequent longer hospitalization, and the longer use of antibiotics or change to the second-line antibiotics. However, MRMP was not related to more rapid progression or severe complications than MSMP8). By contrast, recent studies reported that MRMP showed more rapid progression31) and a higher incidence of extrapulmonary complications than MSMP32).
MRMP can be associated with serious intra- or extrapulmonary complications, including pleural effusion, bronchiolitis obliterans, atelectasis, or acute respiratory distress syndrome as the intrapulmonary complications53,65). Extrapulmonary complications vary from mild cases such as elevated levels of liver and pancreatic enzymes, rash, proteinuria, arthritis, and vestibular neuritis to more severe complications such as myocarditis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, erythema multiforme, hemolytic anemia, hemophagocytic syndrome, encephalitis, transverse myelitis, Guillain-Barré syndrome, or cerebellitis55).
There are currently 3 therapeutic options for treating MRMP pneumonia. If patients have only persistent fever and coughing without respiratory difficulties or complications, only maintenance on first-line antibiotics and supportive care are required. If patients have respiratory difficulties, progressive consolidation, or complications, a change to second-line antibiotics and/or the addition of immunomodulators are recommended.
Since 2000, the rates of MRMP pneumonia have rapidly increased, especially in Asian countries where M. pneumoniae infections are highly prevalent. The excessive use of macrolides may contribute to the higher prevalence of MRMP in Asian countries. MRMP can develop during the course of macrolide treatment within an individual patient. Point mutations of 23S rRNA in the region of sites 2063 and 2064 are the most common mechanisms of MRMP. Tetracycline and levofloxacin can be alternative antibiotics for treating MRMP pneumonia, and no resistant strains have been reported to date. However, tetracyclines are not approved for children under 12 years old, and levofloxacin is not approved for children under 18 years of age in Korea. In addition, only a single rRNA of M. pneumonia can increase the possibility of mutation to alternative antibiotics. Excessive host immunity can contribute to refractory MPP; in such cases, immunomodulators such as corticosteroids or IVIG can be added to reduce the immune reaction in refractory MPP. Corticosteroids can attenuate inflammatory reaction associated with MRMP pneumonia. However, determination of the exact timing, duration, and dose of immunomodulators needs further study. Overuse or misuse of antibiotics should be restricted to reduce further acquisition of resistance in MPP.
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Miss Martta Maria Hiltunen was born in Kuopio, Finland on 7 February 1894, the daughter of Pekka Hiltunen (b. 1860) and Iida Muinonen (b. 1864).
Martta and her family had lived for some years in Kontiolahti, Utra where she was educated. On 21 March 1912 she was issued with a passport which entitled her to work in the USA for five years. She was travelling to the USA with Anna Hämäläinen and her infant son Wiljo who were residents of Detroit, Michigan. Martta would act as their housekeeper whilst in America.
Martta left Finland from Hanko on 3 April 1912 aboard the steamer Polaris. She boarded Titanic at Southampton on 10 April 1912 as a second class passenger (ticket number 250650 which cost £13) and may have shared a cabin with the Hämäläinens.
On the night of the sinking Anna Hämäläinen entrusted Martta with her suitcase during the evacuation. Martta accompanied Mrs Hämäläinen and her son to the upper decks but did not join them in a lifeboat, the reason for which is unknown.
Martha was there just a little while before we left,' said Mrs. Hamlin (sic), but there was a crowd and so much excitement that we became separated....
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Name: Miss Martta Maria Hiltunen
Born: Wednesday 7th February 1894 in Kuopio, Finland
Age: 18 years 2 months and 8 days (Female)
Last Residence: in Utra, Finland
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First Embarked: Southampton on Wednesday 10th April 1912
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Destination: Detroit, Michigan, United States
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What are MDMA’s effects on the brain?
MDMA’s Effects on Serotonin, Dopamine and Norepinephrine.
MDMA increases levels of these neurotransmitters within the synapse by enhancing their release from nerve endings and/or inhibiting their reuptake.
MDMA affects the brain by increasing the activity of at least three neurotransmitters (the chemical messengers of brain cells): serotonin,89,90 dopamine, and norepinephrine.91 Like other amphetamines, MDMA enhances release of these neurotransmitters89–92 and/or blocks their reuptake,93,94 resulting in increased neurotransmitter levels within the synaptic cleft (the space between the neurons at a synapse).
MDMA causes greater release of serotonin and norepinephrine than of dopamine.91 Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that plays an important role in the regulation of mood, sleep, pain, appetite, and other behaviors. The excess release of serotonin by MDMA likely causes the mood-elevating effects people experience.
However, by releasing large amounts of serotonin, MDMA causes the brain to become significantly depleted of this important neurotransmitter, contributing to the negative psychological aftereffects that people may experience for several days after taking MDMA.95,96
Reduced Serotonin in Cerebral Cortex Neurons Following Long-term MDMA Exposure
The left panel is brain tissue from a normal monkey. The middle and right panels illustrate the loss of serotonin-containing nerve endings following MDMA exposure.
Source: Hatzidimitriou G, et al. J Neurosci Off J Soc Neurosci. 1999
Research in rodents and primates has shown that moderate to high doses of MDMA, given twice daily for four days, damages nerve cells that contain serotonin.10,12 MDMA-exposed primates showed reduced numbers of serotonergic neurons 7 years later, indicating that some of MDMA’s effect on the brain can be long lasting.11 MDMA has additional effects on the serotonin system. For example, 1 to 2 weeks following binge-dosing with MDMA (three or four low doses in one day), rats showed decreased expression of the serotonin transporter,13,97 a protein that allows cells to take up and recycle released serotonin. The rats also showed changes in the expression of genes that regulate tryptophan hydroxylase, an enzyme involved in serotonin synthesis.
Low serotonin is associated with poor memory and depressed mood,98 thus these findings are consistent with studies in humans that have shown that some people who use MDMA regularly experience confusion,30 depression,30,99 anxiety, paranoia,30,100 and impairment of memory83,101,102 and attention processes.79 In addition, studies have found that the extent of MDMA use in humans correlates with a decrease in serotonin metabolites and other markers of serotonin function and the degree of memory impairment.95,101 In addition, MDMA’s effects on norepinephrine contribute to the cognitive impairment,94 emotional excitation, and euphoria that accompanies MDMA use.7
Positron emission tomography (PET) brain imaging studies of people who have stopped using MDMA have shown decreases in brain activity at rest in prefrontal, parietal, and mediotemporal cortices as well as in the amygdala, cingulate, and hippocampus. These are brain regions involved in learning, memory, and emotion formation and processing.103,104 PET imaging also showed that one low dose of MDMA increased cerebral blood in the ventromedial frontal and occipital cortex and inferior temporal lobe and cerebellum. It decreased cerebral blood flow in the motor and somatosensory cortex, amygdala, cingulate cortex, insula, and thalamus. These are brain regions involved in emotion formation and processing, behavioral learning, and sensory and motor function.53 Few imaging studies have explored the effects of moderate MDMA use on the human brain, and results that do exist are inconsistent due to methodological differences across studies.105 More studies are needed to determine whether the observed changes in brain activity in people who use MDMA are caused by MDMA, other drug use, or other common risk factors that predispose people to use MDMA.
Additionally, most studies in people do not have behavioral measures from before MDMA use started, making it difficult to rule out pre-existing differences or common underlying risk factors across groups that are separate from MDMA use.83,106,107 Factors such as gender, dosage, frequency and intensity of use, age at which use began, and the use of other drugs, as well as genetic and environmental factors all may play a role in some of the cognitive deficits associated with MDMA use and should be taken into consideration when studying the effects of MDMA in humans.
Effects of MDMA
Potential Acute Adverse Health Effects:
Marked rise in body temperature (hyperthermia)
Electrolyte (sodium) imbalance
Involuntary jaw clenching and teeth grinding
Muscle or joint stiffness
Illogical or disorganized thoughts
Hot flashes or chills
Faintness
Swelling of the brain
Potential Longer Term Health Effects (including those observed days or weeks post-MDMA use):
Arrythmia (irregular heart beat) and heart damage
Impaired attention and memory
Concentration difficulties
Decreased cognitive function
This page was last updated September 2017
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NIDA. (2017, September 26). MDMA (Ecstasy) Abuse. Retrieved from https://www.drugabuse.gov/publications/research-reports/mdma-ecstasy-abuse
NIDA. "MDMA (Ecstasy) Abuse." National Institute on Drug Abuse, 26 Sep. 2017, https://www.drugabuse.gov/publications/research-reports/mdma-ecstasy-abuse.
NIDA. MDMA (Ecstasy) Abuse. National Institute on Drug Abuse website. https://www.drugabuse.gov/publications/research-reports/mdma-ecstasy-abuse. September 26, 2017.
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Kansas Hearing Focuses on Farm Bill Tweaks as Senators Seek Trump Trade Strategy
Senate Aggies Stress Trade
By Jerry Hagstrom , DTN Political Correspondent
During a field hearing at Kansas State University in Manhattan, Kansas, this week, 21 Kansas witnesses make suggestions to Senate Agriculture Committee Chairman Pat Roberts, R-Kan. (second from left), and ranking member Debbie Stabenow, D-Mich. (far left), on how to make changes to the new farm bill. (DTN photo by Jerry Hagstrom)
MANHATTAN, Kan. (DTN) -- Twenty-one Kansas witnesses made suggestions to Senate Agriculture Committee Chairman Pat Roberts, R-Kan., and ranking member Debbie Stabenow, D-Mich., on how to make changes to the farm bill to address much more difficult times than when the 2008 and 2014 farm bills were passed.
Roberts noted that by bringing the hearing home to Kansas State University, he was fulfilling a promise when he became chairman to involve farmers in policymaking. Stabenow noted that the committee will hold a hearing at Michigan State University in Lansing, and an aide said that the hearing is likely to be held in late March or April.
Most of the proposals involved relatively modest changes to the commodity and conservation programs, but a dairy industry witness noted that the Margin Protection Program is not working and suggested that dairy farmers should have access to another risk-management program as well.
Kent Moore, executive director of the Kansas Corn Growers Association, suggested that since farmers are reluctant to respond to surveys the Farm Service Agency uses in determining county-level farm program benefits, USDA should use Risk Management Agency statistics.
Cherise Tieben, city manager of Dodge City, Kansas, said that Roberts' intervention for an upward adjustment to the population limit for USDA housing programs had allowed the city to get $9.9 million in loans for the construction of housing. That has allowed "the retention of existing businesses, the ability of existing businesses to grow and improves opportunities to recruit new business to our community."
Stabenow stressed the importance of a bipartisan coalition to pass a new farm bill. "Agriculture needs a big tent coalition of farmers, ranchers, commodity groups, rural economic development and food access advocates, bio energy leaders and conservationists working together," Stabenow said.
At the end of the hearing, Roberts promised, as he has previously, that "there will be a next farm bill."
To the tough economic times, Roberts said, Congress must find a "solution within the budget and the trade rules."
At a press conference before the hearing, Roberts had said the biggest issues in agriculture are trade and President Donald Trump's uncertain trade agenda.
"Trade is on the minds of every farmer, every rancher and, I assure you, it is on the mind of Sen. Stabenow and myself," Roberts said.
"Trade is the biggest danger to the farm industry," Roberts said, adding that it is also the area that could "quickly turn things around" in the "rough patch" the farm economy is experiencing.
Roberts noted that Trump "wants to concentrate on good bilateral trade agreements."
But with the Trans Pacific Partnership from which Trump withdrew "in the past" and no one sure what "operation" Trump wants to do on the North American Free Trade Agreement. Roberts said he has asked the White House and Trump's incoming trade officials to "announce, within weeks, months, if possible, the countries we are working with" so that members of his committee can be of help.
Roberts said that with so much uncertainty about Mexico, it is "no secret" that Mexico may buy its agricultural imports from countries other than the United States.
Roberts also said the Senate Agriculture Committee has not yet received the paperwork from the White House so it can schedule a confirmation hearing for Sonny Perdue, Trump's nominee for Agriculture secretary. "Sonny Perdue is just waiting." If the Senate were to hold a hearing on Perdue, he would win quick approval, Roberts added.
Committee aides have said the committee cannot schedule a hearing until it receives the paperwork. The White House is known to be looking at Perdue's business activities since he left the governorship in 2011. Politico has said repeatedly that nominees are becoming nervous that the White House is not providing them proper backing as the confirmation process proceeds.
Stabenow did not comment on these high-profile issues, but joined with Roberts in saying that she wanted to listen to the farmers before deciding what changes need to be made to farm policy. The farm bill provides rural America with an economic development policy that lasts five years and affects far more than farmers with its conservation and water and sewer and broadband programs.
Roberts repeated previous statements that he wants to finish the next farm bill before the current one expires on Sept. 30, 2018.
Roberts and Stabenow both noted that the current bill has saved more money than expected. Stabenow lamented that congressional budget procedures do not allow the committee to apply savings from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) to farm programs. The SNAP savings have occurred because the economy has improved and the program is serving fewer people.
Roberts said he could not promise that there would be no cuts, but Congress will keep in mind there are problems in farm country and that the current bill has saved money.
"This blueprint is different because of the tough times we are facing right now," Roberts said, comparing the current atmosphere with 2014, when the last bill was written.
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Free entry to Dalkey Castle & Heritage Centre
Dalkey Castle is one of seven fortified castles and houses in Dalkey town, ten miles south of Dublin city centre. Visitors can explore the heritage of this medieval port and learn about the role in which it played in its community, both culturally and spiritually. From the church and graveyard to the writer’s gallery, there’s plenty to learn about this Irish heritage.
Dating back to 700AD, visitors can learn about the Castle's varied history, from Early Christian through to Viking, Medieval, Tudor and Victorian times to the present day. Situated in the picturesque, coastal, heritage town of Dalkey, the Castle also houses a Writers’ Gallery which celebrates the work of great Irish writers from Joyce to Bono and Beckett to the world famous Maeve Binchy (a regular visitor to Dalkey Castle) who lived locally.
Situated in the picturesque, coastal, heritage town of Dalkey, the Castle also houses a Writers’ Gallery which celebrates the work of great Irish writers from Joyce to Bono and Beckett to the world famous Maeve Binchy (a regular visitor to Dalkey Castle) who lived locally.
Please note: numbers on each tour are limited. Check availability as tours can be fully booked in advance by group bookings.
Seasonal Opening Hours
January - March, November & December
Monday, Wednesday - Friday 10.00 - 17.00 pm
Saturday & Sunday 11.00 - 17.00 pm
Last tour 16.10
April, May, September & October
June - August
Every Tuesday and 22nd December(last tour 16.10) to Monday 6th January 2020 10.00 am
Writer’s Gallery
Battlement fields
10th century church
Guided Literary and Historical walks
- Dalkey, in Irish Deilginis, means ‘thorn island’
- Many writers and celebrities have lived in Dalkey, including Maeve Binchy, Hugh Leonard, Bono and Van Morrison
- Dalkey is also home to a wide range of wildlife, including a colony of seals, a heard of wild goats and a pod of dolphins
Learn about Dublin’s rich literary culture at Dalkey’s Writer’s Gallery which highlights Ireland’s creative successes through the years, featuring Bono, Beckett and Joyce. Visitors can also see a trail map of the country’s most prolific writers as well as learn about their breadth of literary achievements through interactive displays.
Church and graveyard
The site upon which St Begnet’s Church sits dates as far back as the 6th and 7th century, as archaeologists believe the current stone church ruins we see today was built on the site of an old wooden one. Now it’s one of two churches in the area, both with the same name, where visitors can explore the graveyard once used as a burial ground in the 13th century.
Learn about the earliest settlers on Dalkey Island 6,500 years ago, through early Christian, Viking, Medieval and Victorian times to the present day. With an interactive timeline, you can learn about fascinating facts about the island and old port – including the story of the six-legged cow and the crowning of the King of Dalkey on Dalkey Island.
Every day, (except Tuesdays) actors from Deilg Inis Living History Theatre Company bring history to life in a fun and entertaining way. Characters include the Archer who, with his longbow and sharp arrows, defends the castle from attack. The visiting Barber Surgeon will trim your hair, extract your bad tooth and sometimes has a special offer on urine sampling! The Cook prepares delicious, culinary delights. Hedgehog pie is a house speciality!
Please note: numbers on each tour are limited. Check availability as tours can be fully booked in advance by group bookings. Guided Historical Walks & Guided Literary Walks: enquire for details.
DART: 8 to Dalkey
Aircoach to Dalkey from Dublin Airport
Please check overview for opening hours
Closed: 22 December - 3 January 2018
Dalkey Castle & Heritage Centre, Castle Street, Dalkey, County Dublin
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Ernest Hemingway would have turned one hundred on the twenty-first of this month, and no one would have much cared. His last novel would have been published two decades ago, and it was not good; his last good and true book would be nearly a half century behind him; and, as Leno's people would have delicately put it, centenarian authors don't make good TV.
Craig Kilborn might have had him on, and we can be thankful to have been spared that at least.
For Hemingway remains larger than life in death, larger even than any living author. Boozing, brawling, bearded, he is our idea of a writer. (See The Page, page 36.) Which inevitably raises the question: Where are today's Hemingways? Or, for that matter, Fitzgeralds, Kerouacs, and Twains, writers celebrated as much for themselves as for their works, novelists who lead lives as interesting as, if not far more so than, the characters they create?
Let's start by blaming the media.
Having done that, let's move on to blaming the victims. Because, c'mon, it doesn't take much to earn renown these days. Writing may not be high on a low culture's list of notable accomplishments, but fellatio, properly applied, can land one on the cover of Time and Newsweek, and well-breasted actresses can say almost anything at all and make the cover of a major monthly. If today's best writers aren't famous, they must be doing something desperately wrong.
Some try, of course. Tom Wolfe is perhaps the most deliberately presented author in America, but even he is little more than a striking public image; his literary pissing matches may be fascinating to the sixty-two readers of The New York Review of Books, but in terms of persona populi, he's an empty ice-cream-colored suit. Anne Rice, Wolfe's sartorial antipode, tries just as hard, taking out full-page polemics on assorted topics and arriving at book signings in a coffin, but we're left less with a fully fleshed-out character than with the limitations of black as a slimming technique. As two-dimensional as any character they've ever written, these writers seem to be presenting themselves as the eventual end product of fame, prereduced to icon for public consumption; in the end, they seem almost smaller than life.
Yes, Jay McInerney and Bret Easton Ellis lived larger for a while, but it was soon enough discovered that they weren't writers in the traditional sense of being any good.
Most good writers can't even be bothered to show up. Thomas Harris could be on the cover of Vanity Fair this month if only he'd let Annie Leibovitz shoot him chowing down on a plate of liver and a nice Chianti. But the Hannibal author doesn't sit for photographers, and he hasn't given an interview in more than twenty years, despite the fact that--or perhaps because--he used to be a journalist. Friends say he's just a "regular guy," though that could be fixed; Hannibal Lecter's creator could easily be as famous as Bill Maher, a name that just popped into our head.
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Perhaps the last writer to have one worth writing about was not coincidentally a Hemingway manqué. But it really has been some time since Norman Mailer stabbed a wife or defended a murderer or even directed a hideous movie. The last time we saw him was on Montague Street in Brooklyn not too long ago. He waddled past us like a big, old Polish woman, dangling a plastic grocery bag that very distinctly held only a few containers of yogurt. It has been hard to take yogurt seriously ever since.
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Latest News - 19 December 2019: M11 Junction 7A update - Contractor appointed
November saw the completion of advanced works to enable the upgrade of Gilden Way. This has seen existing utilities diverted, allowing for the proposed widening works to take place minimising future potential delays.
In recent weeks approval was also given on three legal aspects of the project following a Public Inquiry heard in the Summer of 2019.
the ‘Slip Roads Order’ (SLRO) which will enable the construction of the junction and slip roads on the M11,
the ‘Side Roads Order’ (SRO) which enables the construction of a new link road and roundabout connecting the new junction to a re-alignment of part of the B183 and upgrading of part of that road,
the 'Compulsory Purchase Order' (CPO) allowing the acquisition of, and rights over, the land required to construct the scheme if needed.
Details of the Inspector’s full report, the Secretary of State (SoS) decision, confirmed notices and the associated maps can be found in the documents below.
On December 17th Essex County Council’s Cabinet agreed the appointment of John Graham Construction Ltd to undertake the main works following a competitive tender process. This will see the company appointed on a ‘design and build contract’ to further develop the detailed design and then construct the new junction. The Cabinet will also consider an additional funding requirement for the programme.
Construction is likely to commence on Gilden Way / Sheering Road early in 2020, with works on the motorway junction and link road likely to start in Spring 2020.
The new junction is planned to open in September 2022.
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Essex County Council has worked with Highways England to investigate options to improve access to Harlow’s road network to help facilitate growth and create better connectivity for residents, businesses and visitors. A strategic options appraisal study concluded that a new junction on the M11, known as Junction 7A, was the best solution.
The new M11 Junction 7A and widening of Gilden Way will:
Create a new east-west link, which will move traffic smoothly out of Harlow on to the M11
Reduce congestion on the north-south links through Harlow and towards Junction 7 and
Provide new opportunities for housing and business developments
The scheme begins by widening Gilden Way from the London Road roundabout to Marsh Lane to create a three-lane road. This would provide an additional lane for traffic approaching Harlow.
The widening will be accommodated within the existing highway boundaries or on land that will be transferred to the highway authority’s ownership.From near the junction with Marsh Lane, a new road to the east will be built to link the improved Gilden Way to the M11 via a new roundabout called The Campions roundabout.
A section of the old Sheering Road as it passes The Campions will become access-only for residents, while access to Mayfield Farm will also be improved.
From the new The Campions roundabout, the link will continue towards the new motorway roundabout junction on the western side of the M11. This is one of two new roundabouts that will be built on either side of the M11 and connected by a new bridge over the motorway.
There will be slip roads on and off the M11 for both northbound and southbound traffic.Traffic travelling from the new M11 junction towards Harlow will use the new roundabouts, on either side of the M11, and travel along a new wide two-lane link road to The Campions roundabout.
The permitted scheme will be implemented in three phases:
• Phase 1 – to widen and improve Gilden Way;
• Phase 2A – to provide the new motorway junction, together with the southern arm of the link road and the new ‘Campions Roundabout’ that link the new junction to Lower Sheering Road;
• Phase 2B – to provide the northern arm of the link road, between Campions Roundabout and Junction 7A, and the new Pincey Brook roundabout, which forms part of that northern arm
Previous Engagement
From May-July 2016, we carried out an extensive public consultation on the proposals for the M11 Junction 7A and the widening of Gilden Way. As part of the consultation, we ensured the proposals were well publicised, including holding public information events and displaying information at Harlow Council Civic Centre during the consultation period. We received 149 responses, including one petition with 155 signatures.
You can download our Consultation document using the link below, along with other information about the scheme.
We are grateful to everyone who took the time to consider our proposals and provide their feedback. We read and analysed each response to gain a thorough understanding of the issues, suggestions and any concerns that they contained. This information was passed onto the relevant technical leads working on the proposals, and was used to help inform future decisions on the scheme.
At the end of this process, a Preferred Route was approved by the ECC Cabinet and announced on 13 December 2016.
During the 2016 public consultation, we committed to putting in place measures to reduce the impact of traffic noise on residents once the M11 Junction 7A scheme is in place. This is why we are proposing the installation of noise barriers along parts of Gilden Way and Sheering Road. Find out more about our proposed noise barriers.
In addition to installing the noise barriers, we were proposing the removal of the underpass under Gilden Way between The Oxleys and Gilden Close. Having considered feedback from residents, this underpass removal proposal is under review.
On 11th and 12th May 2018 two public events, the Orders Exhibitions, took place in Old Harlow. These events provided people with an opportunity to discuss the noise barrier and underpass removal proposals with project staff.
if you have any questions about the scheme. We aim to respond to enquiries within 10 working days. Please contact us via m11j7a@essex.gov.uk
Side Road Order Key Plan (3.1 MB) PDF 11/12/2019
Side Road Order Map 1 (2.07 MB) PDF 11/12/2019
CPO 2018 Key Plan 1 (2.82 MB) PDF 11/12/2019
CPO 2018 Sheet No 1 (1.83 MB) PDF 11/12/2019
CPO 2018 Sheet No 1 (a) (1.83 MB) PDF 11/12/2019
CPO 2018 Sheet No 5 (a) (1.7 MB) PDF 11/12/2019
CPO Confirmation Notice (342.56 KB) PDF 11/12/2019
SRO Confirmation Notice (65.75 KB) PDF 11/12/2019
Confirmed CPO Text (5 MB) PDF 11/12/2019
Confirmed SRO Text (199.92 KB) PDF 11/12/2019
Confirmed S16 Scheme (599.93 KB) PDF 11/12/2019
Other useful documents and links
Documents relating to the scheme can be downloaded using the following links
Consultation document M11 Junction 7a 06a
PDF 30/01/2017
M11 Junction 7a / M11J7A Technical Approval Report
Harlow Option Assessment Report Part 1
Proposed Site Plan overview
Layout overview PDF
Further information about our plans, including a summary of responses to our earlier consultation and other engagement activity, can be found by viewing the documents submitted as part of our application to the Local Planning Authority
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by Elevate Clallam | Feb 27, 2019 | Our Blog | 0 comments
March brings Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day on March 8th. This month presents the perfect opportunity to celebrate those women who have inspired you through their leadership, creativity, willingness to lift others up, or drive to bring forth a better tomorrow.
We encourage you to take time this month to thank those local women who are helping to make Clallam County a better place and to join us at one of the fabulous events happening in the next two weeks celebrating the history, culture and influence of women.
This Friday, March 1st starting at 7 PM, Rosie and the Riveters will be playing at Port Angeles High School. This trio of female performers did not set out to get political with their music. But opening a newspaper or watching the news these days made it impossible to see the status of women around the world and stay silent. The result is Ms. Behave – a collection of gritty, sultry, vintage-inspired folk anthems that paint a portrait of a woman’s voice in a man’s world. If you are ready to get fired up for our next election season, these ladies might be just the magic you need. Additional bonus, 20% of their merchandise profits are invested in women’s projects and businesses around the world through KIVA.org, which means you get to hear great music while supporting good causes.
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Also on the docket is an incredible new exhibition at the Port Angeles Fine Arts Center Mothers and Makers sharing the works of Minnesota-based photographer and ceramicist Jessica Holleque. Jessica documents women across the United States who are living out the dual identities of mother and artist. Get a first peek at this exhibition at the opening reception on Saturday, March 2 from 5-7 PM. Additionally, right now through opening night, you can purchase an online raffle ticket to win a Free Motherhood Photo Session.
Finally, on International Women’s Day Fri. March 8th, Peninsula College Magic of Cinema Program will show the documentary RGB, about our hero Ruth Bader Ginsberg. This free film highlights not only Ginsberg’s lengthy legal career and her rise to the nation’s highest court but it also explores her role as a cultural icon. The film will be followed by a discussion with Port Angeles Deputy Mayor Kate Dexter. The film will be held in Maier Performance Hall at 7PM. Learn More
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NASA Creates Chainmail Tire That Can Tread Any Terrain And Always Stays In Shape
This could be the future of all-terrain travel!
Nobelle Borines
NASA has developed a tire that could run on any terrain on Earth and possibly other planets in the universe.
The Superelastic Tire is made of special alloys that allows it to remember and return to its original shape in case of deformation.
The “chainmail tire” could be the tires of the future.
NASA has just reinvented the wheel. The agency has created a chainmail tire that can take on just about any terrain. In addition to that, the sturdy yet light tire can be deformed all the way to the rim and still pop back to its original shape.
The innovators at NASA’s Glenn Research center developed the Superelastic Tire, a new innovation that is described as “a game-changing, non-pneumatic, compliant tire.” It was originally developed by the agency for future Moon and Mars missions. However, it is also a viable alternative to pneumatic tires used for regular cars and military vehicles here on Earth.
The chainmail tire can take on any terrain in Mars, the Moon, or even Earth.
So how does the Superelastic Tire manage to retain its shape? The innovation uses shape memory alloys like nickel titanium (NiTi) and its derivatives. The shape memory alloys can undergo significant reversible strain (up to 10%). This enables the tire to withstand more deformation than other non-pneumatic tires before undergoing permanent deformation.
“Commonly used elastic-plastic materials (e.g. spring steels, composites, etc.) can only be subjected to strains on the order of ~ 0.3-0.5% before yielding. Hence, the use of a NiTi shape memory alloy produces a superelastic tire that is virtually impervious to plastic deformation. In addition, the utilization of shape memory alloys provides enhanced control over the effective stiffness as a function of the deformation, providing increased design versatility.”
In addition to eliminating the possibility of puncture failure, the Superelastic Tire doesn’t require air and doesn’t have an inner frame needed for wheel assembly. Not surprisingly, people believe that the chainmail tire could be the future standard for vehicles.
A closer look at the Superelastic Tire.
It is still unclear if and when the Superelastic Tire will be made available for the public. In the meantime, it’s a sign that cars could look very different in the future.
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New “Flying-V” Plane Puts Passenger Seats in the Wings
Will this work better than current plane designs?
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines and Delft University of Technology are working together to create the revolutionary Flying-V plane.
Unlike common aircrafts, passenger seats can be found in the Flying-V's wings.
The unique plane is expected to take its first flight by 2040 to 2050.
NASA Warns That 5G Wireless Networks Could Prevent Hurricane Predictions
The new technology could cause people to have less time to flee during a disaster.
NASA has addressed plans on pushing through with 5G wireless networks as soon as possible, urging the industry to reconsider.
The scientific agency, along with NOAA, have warned that the new technology could interfere with weather forecasting.
It was stated that 5G could lessen the amount of time needed to evacuate certain areas during a hurricane.
Scientists Are Baffled By Squid-Like Mollusk Found In Ancient Amber
How did a marine creature end up in a land fossil?
We are discovering some truly awesome things about the past every day. For instance, a tiny discovery has baffled scientists because of its seemingly impossible feature. A small squid-like mollusk has just been found in an ancient amber where it is surrounded by land insects.
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Designed as the final hole of Doug Fishbone’s Leisure Land Golf, Life Raft – a scale map of the UK floating in the adjacent canal – offers a safe haven to immigrant golf balls that can make the treacherous crossing. In a typically playful way, Harrison’s work hints towards a somewhat darker time in the future, when the continued rise in global temperatures creates a vast number of ‘climate refugees’ desperate to escape to more temperate climes.
An installation / event by Ellie Harrison completely contingent on the result of the Referendum on Scottish Independence on 18 September 2014. The four large confetti cannons installed inside Talbot Rice’s Georgian Gallery would only be detonated in the event of a Yes vote.
The Redistribution of Wealth
Installed in Tate Britain’s Historic Collection Room, this piece retells the history of UK government spending on the arts from the birth of the ‘Council for the Encouragement of Music & the Arts’ in 1940, right up to the present day climate of cutbacks.
Austerity & Anarchy
An installation which employs a spotlight and smoke machine to visualise and explore the correlation between cuts in public spending and instances of mass rioting on the UK’s streets.
One of Harrison’s contributions to Two Degrees festival in 2011 and now on a life-long tour of UK arts venues. These four signs were designed to mimic those you might find outside a garage or a Bureau de Change. On a mission ‘promote’ climate change, they try hard to grab the attention of passers-by.
A Brief History of Privatisation
An installation in which the oscillations in UK public service policy over the last century are re-enacted by an inner circle of electric massage chairs under the seedy glow of red, and then blue, neon.
Harrison devised this project specifically for the context of the ‘degree show’. For the final three weeks of her Master of Fine Art course at Glasgow School of Art, she made a conscious decision not to make any ‘work’, in favour of instead transforming her studio into a ‘press office’ and attempting to directly solicit the media coverage which many hope will come as a result of this much anticipated show.
Toytown
The sister installation to Vending Machine, this piece features a dilapidated 1980s kid’s car ride which starts up and offers people free rides when news relating to the recession makes the headlines on the BBC News RSS feed.
An installation for which an old vending machine is reprogrammed to release snacks only when news relating to the recession makes the headlines on the BBC News RSS feed.
The History of Financial Crises
An installation in which the turbulent history of capitalism over the last century is re-enacted each day by a row of popcorn making machines.
Developed to accompany The History of Financial Crises installation – for the duration of exhibition, Harrison sent an SMS message to the phone installed in the gallery every time she made an economic transaction. The Coke can dances with joy every time a message is received.
Know Your Thinkers & Theorists
Not strictly an installation, but more the by-product of a year-long research project for which, as part as her self-improvement programme, Harrison attempted to teach herself an overview of the chronology of Western philosophy and critical theory from 800 BC to the present. She hoped to retain this newly acquired information by designing an easy-to-read, quick reference, colour-coded wall chart for her studio wall.
Angel Row Jukebox
An interactive installation commissioned for the closing party of Angel Row Gallery in Nottingham. The Jukebox contained all the UK #1 hits which corresponded with the openings of 254 exhibitions held at the gallery over its lifetime. The audience were asked to punch in the code for the exhibition they first remembered visiting.
For almost five years Harrison documented and recorded information about nearly every aspect of her daily routine. These laborious, demanding and introverted data collecting processes grew ever more extreme until she devised the ultimate challenge for Timelines – to attempt to document everything she did, 24 hours a day, for four whole weeks (26 June – 23 July 2006).
Daily Data Display Room
For the duration of the Day-to-Day Data exhibition at Danielle Arnaud contemporary art in London, Ellie collected information about 10 elements of her everyday routine. Each morning the results from the previous day were emailed to the gallery and used to reconfigure and adjust the 10 different objects comprising the installation. Over the course of the exhibition, the display aimed to test and visualise an experiment as to whether there was a correlation between different elements of this information.
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Crowds gathered in Raleigh Saturday morning to welcome the man they elected into office. In his speech, Governor McCrory shared his high hopes for the next four years. McCrory said, "Working together, we can make North Carolina the place of unlimited opportunity: a place where anyone who studies hard, works hard and lives a life with high values, can fulfill and even exceed their potential." After the speech, the crowd gathered along the parade route to get a glimpse of the new governor.
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In the weeks following President Barack Obama’s re-election, conservative citizens across the country upset with Obama’s victory have been looking for alternatives rather than enbuy cialis online no prescriptiondure another term under a Democratic administration. But a radical petition originating from Texas to secede from the United States has led to the spread of secession fever across all 50 states, with considerably more than a million signatures received already. Anyone with a political science or history degree will tell you a state or nation’s reasons for secession are pretty standard throughout history: resentment from the people on the level of power being exercised by their government. But if you were to ask them if secession could be considered a legitimate option in our scenario, I think you would be hard-pressed to find a satisfactory answer justifying it. None of this secessionist folly will amount to anything.
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A good officer can script a miracle: Nitin Gadkari
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Published: August 23, 2019 5:54:53 AM
As many as five Union Ministers were present to celebrate the awards — Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari said that while an “audit of performance” is important, a good officer can “make miracles”.
The award-winning District Magistrates with Union Ministers Nitin Gadkari, Ram Vilas Paswan, Ravi Shankar Prasad and Jitendra Singh; also in the frame are Express Group Chairman Viveck Goenka and Executive Director Anant Goenka. (Photo: Abhinav Saha)
FROM BUILDING bridges for children to go to school in Jammu and Kashmir to an early warning system in Gujarat that has brought flood casualties to zero, from upgrading district hospitals in Chhattisgarh to a village in Himachal Pradesh where a garbage dump is now a park — such transformative change scripted by the District Magistrate was celebrated at the first The Indian Express Excellence in Governance Awards Wednesday evening, a biennial event that celebrates the finest work done by DMs across the country.
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Apart from Gadkari, Union Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution Ram Vilas Paswan; Union Minister of Law, Communications and IT Ravi Shankar Prasad; Minister of State (Independent charge) PMO Dr Jitendra Singh and Union Minister for Railways, Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal were the special guests at the event.
The awards were handed across 16 categories ranging from Agriculture to Education and Technology to Women Development. The winners were chosen from 249 entries received from 84 districts in 24 states.
“Good governance and development are two important agendas for the government… And regarding good governance, the role of the District Collector is very important. The award will motivate the District Magistrates to do good work, who are backbone of our administration. This will change New India, that is the dream of our Prime Minister. The administrators need positive attitude, out-of-the-box thinking, a fast decision-making process and team work. And if one officer is good based on his performance audit, he can make miracles… social consciousness, team work and fast-tracking decision-making are very important,” Gadkari said.
Paswan described the awards as “a motivation for administrators to do better work”. “A district magistrate… goes to areas where the poorest live and solves their problems. Any social change can take place with a synergy of heart and mind. The Minister can only make policies and give suggestions but the it’s the DMs who have to implement. There is act, fact and tact. How to tactfully implement polices is the job of DMs,” Paswan said.
Prasad said DMs have become the “focal point of good governance and delivery”. “The political administrative structure of India, conventionally, four posts are very important — the Prime Minister, the Chief Minister, the DM and the inspector. They epitomise the power structure.But now the DM is his new avatar, has become the focal of good governance and delivery. And the delivery, under the leadership of Prime Minister in the last five years, has taken place with the same set of rules and bureaucracy… What is important is to create the right working conditions,” he said.
Jitendra Singh said he is associated with the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) “and Express has done what we would be doing”. “We do have arrangement of awards but certainly the assessment done by your means would be accepted with greater objectivity and greater credibility,” he said.
Speaking on the occasion, Viveck Goenka, Chairman and Managing Director of the Express Group, said that “this evening is the fruition of an idea born three years ago”.
“The question was: What is the responsibility of the Express in doing justice to the sweeping change around us? Of course, one way is to keep raising the bar in the newsroom by doing more investigative stories and explanatory journalism. But what is our responsibility beyond the newsroom? Can we find a way to record change, by listening to those who script it? Young Indians who have brought realistic idealism to their professionalism and refuse to give way to cynicism and despair. And the answer was the biennial Indian Express Excellence in Governance Awards,” he said.
“By celebrating the work of DMs, the first significant soldier of governance. By celebrating the work of men and women, who could have used their intellect, to seek fulfillment in an ever increasing market of lucrative opportunity, but who opted instead to bring the gains of freedom, governance and development, to the most vulnerable of their fellow citizens. Because district is the basic unit of our administration. It is where the IAS, learns what each of these letter stands for, Indian, Administrative and Service,” Goenka said.
The winners were selected by an eminent jury, headed by former Chief Justice of India R M Lodha and comprising Wajahat Habibullah, former chairperson of the National Commission for Minorities and the first Chief Information Commissioner of India, Nirupama Rao, India’s Foreign Secretary from 2009 to 2011 who was also India’s Ambassador to the United States and China; and, K M Chandrasekhar, former Cabinet Secretary.
KPMG, the knowledge partner for the awards, conducted a thorough check on the parameters of innovation, impact, implementation and people participation for all the entries. The shortlist was then verified by reporters and editors of The Indian Express by field visits and an audit after which the jury chose the winners. The categories include: Agriculture, Education, Health, Implementation of Central schemes, Technology, Woman Development, Child Development, Inclusive Innovation, Agriculture, Skill Development, Entrepreneurship and Energy.
Jury chairperson Justice Lodha said: “It was a delight to the jury to recognise the great work done by DMs. The jury assessed and evaluated the projects on the touchstone of five Is: idea, innovation, impact, implementation and improvements. We were benefited by inputs given by KPMG…these projects were subjected to rigorous ground check…today we need DMs who think out of the box and come out with robust solutions for complex problems. It is high time government is decentralised and it is the Collector’s office that becomes the nerve centre of action.”
Anant Goenka felicitated each of the special guests. Giving the vote of thanks, Nxt Gen Infinite Datacenter MD and CEO A S Raj Gopal said: “It’s a big honour to be associated with this idea. Public service improved the world around us…the real reward is not the award itself but the enrichment and fulfilling meaning that it gives to oneself.”
The award was presented by NxtGeN Infinite Datacenter. The other sponsors include: ICICI Bank, Runwal, ICFAI, Yashoda, Volkswagen and Madhya Pradesh government. Associate partners are Kesari Tours, Detox India, Namami Gange, NALCO, Indian Oil, MIDC, Joy e-bike, Bharat Petroleum and Petronet LNG Limited.
Earlier, welcoming the award-winners and the guests, Raj Kamal Jha, Chief Editor, The Indian Express, said: “We bring you these stories of success because at The Indian Express, if journalism is about shining light in dark places, it is also about looking for things that glow on their own — and show the way…For us, sustaining the national conversation means going out in search of voices that may not get heard in the noise of our talking.”
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24h teapot 1,2 L, white
Manufacturer: Arabia
Design: Heikki Orvola
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Arabia’s 24h is a range of ceramic tableware designed by Heikki Orvola, a versatile Finnish designer who has worked with a broad range of materials and created several Finnish classics. The series, originally designed for Orvola’s own use, found its way into Arabia’s production in 1996 and received the Design Plus Award at the Ambiente International Fair in Frankfurt next year. The 24h range is characterized by a quiet and pleasant design, ideal for every hour of the day.
Safe for dishwasher, oven, microwave and freezer. Not to be used on a stove top.
The Finnish designer Heikki Orvola (b. 1943) is one of the driving forces within Finnish design. He works with glass, ceramics, cast iron and textiles. The fields of industrial and product design are most familiar to him, but he has also expressed himself as an artist.
Heikki Orvola has started his career as a glass artist in Nuutajärvi, one of Iittala’s glass factories. For Iittala he designed Kivi candleholders (1988), which have become a popular collector’s item. Kivi candleholders are available in a wide range of colours and every year new colours are added. These candleholders show the designer’s thorough knowledge of glass. Heikki Orvola’s creations include also Aika dishware collection (2006) for Iittala and the 24h dishware series (1996) for Arabia, for which he has received the Design Plus Award at the Ambiente International Fair in Frankfurt. For Arabia Heikki Orvola designed also Carambola, a beautiful vase made of bone china. During his career as a designer, Heikki Orvola has received awards and prizes, including the Kaj Franck prize in 1998 and the Pro Finland Medal – two of Finland’s most important design prizes. Heikki Orvola received the title of professor in 2002. The designer’s glass and ceramics objects have been in many private and group exhibitions all over the world and his works are present in many museums worldwide.
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If you're an American citizen over the age of 18, you will have to make a tough decision. Choosing the leader of the free world and also wondering which edition of Halo 4 to get. That's right, on election day, November 6th, Halo 4 will be released.
The upcoming Xbox 360-exclusive FPS series will be making its return, starting a new chapter in the Halo saga. So before or after turning in your vote you're likely to end up at your local gaming store.
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Burma (Myanmar) - Trip code BUH Discovery
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With its plethora of glittering temples and towering stupas that punctuate the horizon, it's no wonder this mystical country has been dubbed the 'Golden Land'. On this two week trip we explore Burma's (Myanmar) stand-out highlights, along with some of its lesser-visited gems.
Inle Lake - Discover floating gardens, stilted villages and leg-rowing fishermen
Mandalay - Cruise on the Irrawaddy River and visit nearby U-Bein Bridge
Bagan - Explore the vast plain studded with thousands of ancient temples.
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Lunch: 4
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Day 1 - Join tour Yangon (Rangoon)
Although not the capital, Yangon is the cultural and commercial heart of Myanmar. Colonial architecture faces onto the bustling streets, which are often filled with markets and tasty pop-up street food stands. Interspersed within all of this are the glittering golden pagodas which pepper the city's skyline.
For those arriving on time our Leader plans to meet you in the hotel reception at 5pm for the welcome meeting and for those that wish, there is the chance to go out for dinner. There are no other activities planned today, so you are free to arrive in Yangon at any time. If you would like to receive a complimentary airport transfer today, you'll need to arrive into Yangon International Airport (RGN), which is 30 minutes from our hotel. Should you miss the welcome meeting, your Leader will inform you of any essential information as soon as you catch up the next morning, after breakfast.
If your flight arrives earlier in the day, you might choose to visit the lively downtown area of Yangon. Here you will find an abundance of colonial buildings, which can be taken in from the circular train ride of Yangon. Perhaps even, finish with High Tea at the historic Strand Hotel.
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Meals Provided: None
Day 2 - Discover the sights of Yangon; fly to Inle Lake
This morning's sightseeing takes us by foot and vehicle to Rangoon's major sights, starting with the magnificent Shwedagon Pagoda - the most revered temple in the country, which all Burmese Buddhists hope to visit at least once in their lifetime. Containing the relics of the past four Buddhas, its shimmering, 100 metre-high central stupa spire is covered in gold leaf and 4,531 diamonds, well and truly dominating the city skyline.
We continue to the downtown area to walk along Pansodan Street, where we will see some impressive British colonial architecture and pass by street markets. Indeed, years of Burmese isolation have resulted in Rangoon preserving the largest number of colonial buildings in Southeast Asia. Our next stop is the Chaukhtatgyi Paya. Home to a giant 70 metre-long reclining Buddha, its serene features are topped by a crown encrusted in diamonds and other precious stones. This afternoon, we take a short flight to Heho, from where we drive to the idyllic setting of Inle Lake. Our base is in the nearby town of Nyaung Shwe for the next couple of days.
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Day 3 - Full day to explore Inle Lake by longtail boat
Inle Lake enjoys a picturesque, high-altitude setting on the Shan Plateau, surrounded by hills and home to the Intha people, as well as some Shan, Taungyo, Pa-o and Danu ethnicities. Local communities are devout Buddhists that live in simple houses of wood and woven bamboo, raised above the water on stilts. They are mostly fishermen, skilled artisans and self-sufficient farmers, whose vegetables are grown on floating gardens made of grass and seaweed.
The local fishermen are known for practicing a distinctive rowing style which involves standing at the stern of their boat on one leg and wrapping the other leg around the oar. We spend time amongst these village communities and visit their cottage industry workshops, admiring their talents for silk and cotton weaving, as well as paper and silver production. We are also likely to visit a local market over the course of the day.
Day 4 - At Inle Lake; boat to visit Shwe Indein pagoda complex
This morning's boat trip takes us up a small creek in the western part of the lake to Indein village. Here, we visit a complex of about 1,000 stupas of varying sizes built between the 17th and 18th centuries. We can enjoy wandering around these overgrown ruins before returning to the hotel in the afternoon, the rest of the day is free. You may choose an optional excursion to visit one of Burma's first wineries, or you may choose to sample a traditional massage in town.
Day 5 - Train and drive to hill station of Kalaw
This morning we will enjoy a colourful train journey sitting among the locals to the town of Aung Ban. Although scheduled to take two hours, a relaxed timetable and frequent delays sometimes result in the journey taking longer, but this is all part of the experience and the stunning scenery that we journey through more than makes up for it.
Next we drive to Kalaw, which sits high on the western edge of the Shan Plateau and became a popular hill station in British colonial times for the escapism it provided from the searing summer heat. Nowadays, having maintained a sense of quaintness reminiscent of the colonial era, it serves as an ideal base for hilltribe treks. The rest of our day is free to explore the town or simply enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the area.
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Day 6 - Walk in Shan Highlands; free afternoon in Kalaw
Today we can look forward to a gentle four-hour trek through the Kalaw tribal heartlands. Starting in the village of Say Wingabar, we ascend through pine forest to Lu Pyi village. Our trail passes through rural countryside and provides us with views of the valley - a picturesque patchwork of rice and vegetable fields. We might see tribal villagers working on their farms, or en route to the market with their produce. At the end of our walk we make a stop at Myinmathi Cave to see its many Buddha images and small stupas. After a lunch stop, we have a short transfer back to the hotel where we can relax for the rest of the day. For those who would prefer not to take part in the trek, there is the option to relax at the hotel for the day.
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Day 7 - Drive to Mandalay
Leaving the Shan mountain scenery behind us, we embark on an interesting land journey to Mandalay, making our own version of Kipling's famous journey to the gateway to the north. The condition of the road can be poor in places, so we expect the 160 mile journey to take about 9 hours in total. We will make short stops where we can along the way. Mandalay was the last royal capital of the Burmese kingdom and is considered to be Burma's most historical and culturally-rich region. We spend time discovering its rich and beautiful heritage, much of which is represented in intricate and skilled local arts and crafts.
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Day 8 - Explore Mandalay; boat trip to Mingun village
We begin day by exploring Mandalay. Today we view the world's largest book at Kuthodaw Pagoda, where the entire Buddhist scripture sits on 729 marble slabs. Our next stop is the magnificent Shwenandaw Monastery, originally a 19th century royal palace and famed for its teak carvings of Buddhist myths which adorn its walls and roofs. Mahamuni Paya is the city's holiest temple where we can witness the local people paying their respects by applying gold leaf to an ancient Buddha image. We also plan to make stops at craft shops to watch skilled workers making gold leaf, ornate tapestries and intricate wood carvings.
After lunch, we take a short and pleasant boat journey upriver to Mingun - the site of what would have been the world's largest pagoda, had King Bodawpaya not died, thus halting all further work in 1819. What remains is the giant core of a brick pagoda, dramatically split by an earthquake in 1838 and towering 50 metres above the Irrawaddy (Ayeyarwady) River. The original plans would have created a structure three times this height. A nearby shrine houses the 90-tonne bell that was cast to be hung in the finished pagoda, now considered to be the world's largest uncracked bell. As the sun sets over the surrounding hills, we make the seven mile journey back down the river. On our return to Mandalay we have the opportunity to walk through the evening fish market, a lively hub of activity located close to the jetty and a fascinating place to visit.
Day 9 - From Mandalay, visit Inwa and U-Bein Bridge
After a leisurely start this morning we drive four miles southwest of Mandalay, we visit the ancient capital of Inwa (Ava), which had the longest stint of any royal capital between the 15th and 19th centuries. Our visit is conducted by horse-drawn cart along bumpy dirt roads. We plan to stop-off at the yellow stucco monastery of Manu Ok Kaung and Bagaya Kyaung Monastery, famous for its enormous teakwood foundation pillars. The Leaning Tower of Inwa is our final stop. As its name suggests, its precarious angle was the result of a 19th century earthquake.
After lunch in a local restaurant (not included), we head to Amarapura. Just seven miles south of Mandalay, this was Burma's penultimate royal capital from 1783 to 1863. We plan to walk through the serene confines of the expansive Mahagandayon Monastery complex, perhaps catching a glimpse of monks going about their evening rituals. We end the day at the 1.3 km-long teakwood footbridge of U Bein. Here we join the locals on their evening promenade across the lake as the sun begins to sink in the sky.
Day 10 - By boat along the Irrawaddy River to ancient Bagan
Tours taking place from October to April plan to take the express boat service from Mandalay Port to Bagan. Although requiring an early start, we can look forward to a relaxed, full day's cruise down the fabled and mighty Irrawaddy River, observing the sights and sounds of river life. From May to September, and sometimes during April, water levels are too low for this boat trip, requiring us to fly to Bagan.
If travelling by boat we arrive in Bagan in the early evening, we can look forward to a couple of days exploring this awe-inspiring site. As the stand-out highlight of the tour for a lot of our customers, many report that their photos do not do justice to Bagan's magnificence and scale. Without doubt one of the world's premier archaeological wonders, its vast plain is studded with literally thousands of 1,000 year-old temples and stupas. From the 9th to 13th centuries, Bagan was the capital of the Kingdom of Pagan - a precursor of modern Burma. During its height of success between the 11th and 13th centuries, over 10,000 buildings were constructed here, of which over 2,200 still remain. Its sheer magnitude can be realised when you consider that there are more temples, stupas and pagodas on this Manhattan Island-sized plain than there are medieval cathedrals in Europe.
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Day 11 - Explore the 1000 year old temples of Bagan
Before visiting the temples today, we stop in Phya Saw village to gain an insight into the traditional ways of life that have changed little over the centuries. We are likely to engage with the local people as they go about their daily business - cotton weaving by hand, grinding peanut oil with oxen and caring for various village animals.
Moving on to the temples of Bagan, with so many to choose from, we plan to visit some of the most iconic and distinctive. These include Shwezigon - a prototype of later Burmese stupas; Wetkyi-in-Gubyaukgyi - a 13th century cave temple with some interesting frescoes and Ananda Pagoda - one of the finest, largest and best preserved in Old Bagan. We are also likely to visit Ananda ok Kyaung - a former monastery with spectacular 18th century wall paintings.
In the late afternoon, a horse drawn carriage will take us through the temple complex to help us to gain a greater appreciation of the scale of the site. As we travel on and on, amongst a seemingly infinite number of temples and stupas, it is easy to understand why Bagan is known as 'The City of Four Million Pagodas.' We hope to finish our day with a memorable sunset view from an upper terrace of one of the temples.
Day 12 - In Bagan; optional visit to Mount Popa
A tremendous panoramic view of the temple-studded plain provides a great photo opportunity to kick-start our day before we continue with our visits to the most interesting sites. This will include Manuha Temple - built by King Manuha to represent his displeasure of captivity; Nanpaya - Bagan's first cave-style shrine and Gubaukgyi Temple - an early period temple with well-preserved paintings.
The afternoon is free. You can choose to take an optional bike ride around the ruins, a sunset cruise, or simply explore more of the temples in your own time. Alternatively, you can take an optional trip to Mount Popa, about 30 miles from Bagan. At a height of 1,518 metres, Mt Popa juts impressively out of the tropical landscape. It is the famous home of the Nats (Spirit Gods) and, as such, Burmese superstition recommends that you don't wear red, black or green on your visit, for fear of offending the Nats. If you choose to climb the 777 steps to the stunning gold-tipped monastery perched on top of the mount, you will be rewarded with panoramic views. This trip also includes a visit to one of many toddy farmers to witness how toddy palm juice and sugar is produced.
Day 13 - Fly to Yangon; free afternoon
Leaving the temples and pagodas of Bagan behind us, this morning we make our way back to Rangoon by plane. The rest of the day is left free for us to explore more of this sprawling city. You may like to visit the immense Bogyoke Market, formerly known as Scott's Market, for souvenir or gift hunting, although please note that it is closed on Mondays, full moons and public holidays. You may also wish to experience the serene surroundings of Shwedagon Pagoda one last time.
Day 14 - Tour ends Yangon
The trip ends after breakfast at our hotel in Yangon.
There are no activities planned today, so you are free to depart from Yangon at any time. If your flight is departing later in the day luggage storage facilities are available at our hotel. If you would like to receive a complimentary airport transfer today, you need to depart from Yangon International Airport (RGN), which is 30 minutes from our hotel.
Burma is a tropical country and has three seasons. Temperature and rainfall varies across the country; Rangoon, Bagan and coastal areas tend to have higher temperatures and rainfall. Cool season = October to February with average temperatures from 18-24C; at higher altitudes (Inle Lake, Kalaw) the temperature is slightly cooler and temperatures can drop down to about zero at night. Hot season = March to mid-May 25-38C; particularly hot in Bagan and Rangoon. Rainy (Southwest Monsoon) = mid-May to September 23-33C; practically all of the country's rain falls in this period.
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Budgeting and packing
The following excursions and/or activities are usually available and may be arranged locally. Estimated costs are provided below for guidance only, are on a per person basis unless shown otherwise, and may depend on the number of participants. Prices quoted are correct as of the date these tour notes were originally issued but may change at any time due to currency fluctuations. Please note: These activities are booked and paid for direct with the supplier and do not form part of your Explore holiday contract.
Bagan - Sunrise visit to Temples from US$ 8; Mount Popa Excursion approximately US$ 42 (based on 3-4 participants); Traditional Massage US$ 10;
Rangoon - Scott Market and sunset visit to Shwedagon Pagoda US$ 4 transfer plus US$ 10 entrance fees
Inle Lake - Traditional massage US$ 8
Mandalay - Traditional dance performance US$ 12
You will need loose fitting, comfortable clothes for hot, humid conditions. Sunhat, sunglasses, long trousers and long sleeved shirt essential for protection from the sun.
Warm weather clothing is suitable for Rangoon, Mandalay and Bagan. The Shan highlands, Inle Lake and Kalaw are cooler and in the winter season and temperatures may reach near zero at night, with the mornings often remaining cold. Please dress respectfully when visiting temples and religious sites, covering your torso, shoulders and legs to below the knee and easily removable footwear for convenience as you can only enter sacred sites barefoot. In general, as Burma is a traditional, conservative and largely Buddhist culture we recommend you do not wear revealing clothing.
Lightweight walking/hiking boots with good ankle support, trainers and/or sandals for travelling.
Luggage: On tour
One main piece of baggage and daypack. Remember you are expected to carry your own luggage so don't overload yourself.
Mobile phones: Mobile coverage in Burma is improving but be aware that your mobile may not work. It is possible to buy a local SIM card for around $4 in order to make/receive international calls, as long as your phone is un-locked. SMS messaging may not be possible. WiFi is available in most hotels.
Torch/Batteries/Bulb: A small torch is recommended for travel in Burma. Street lighting in both cities and rural areas can be very poor so a torch is useful to help light your way while out at night. Additionally power cuts can occur from time to time, particularly in rural areas. Remember to bring some spare batteries.
Cycling Helmets: If you wish to take part in the optional bike ride we advise that you bring your own helmet with you. Helmets are not available locally.
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Tipping isn't compulsory, and we work hard to ensure that our leaders all receive a fair wage. You may however, want to recognise a leader that's done a great job or really added to your trip by giving them a tip. We're often asked about the recommended amount. It's a tricky one, and down to personal preference, but we'd recommend between £15 to £20 per person per week as a guideline.
Local crew
Although entirely voluntary, tipping is a recognized part of life in this region of the world. Some local staff will look to members of the group for personal recognition of particular services provided. In order to make things easier for you, the Tour Leaders may organise a group's tips kitty and if this is the case, they will account for it throughout the tour.
Accordingly you should allow approximately US$ 40 for this purpose.
Local fees
Cameras and video-cameras are permitted in Burma for which some sites charge a small fee. Restrictions on photography include military facilities and any structure considered strategic (including bridges and train stations though this last may be loosely enforced).
The costs for meals may vary depending upon location, type of restaurant and number of courses eaten and so the prices given are an average guide. Local restaurants located off the beaten track may be less expensive, whereas an upmarket restaurant located in the centre of a major city may charge more.
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Recommended Currency For Exchange
US Dollars often get the best exchange rate (try to bring newer dollar bills, in larger denominations and in good condition) but GBP is widely accepted.
The official rate is far different from the market rate, we recommend you consult your tour leader for advice regarding the best place to exchange.
ATM Availability
ATMs are becoming more widely available and some hotels may have them, including the Panda Hotel in Yangon. You are more likely to find them in the larger cities, but they are now starting to appear in some of the smaller towns and villages. Please be aware that they are prone to occasional breakdowns so you would be wise to top up your cash before it runs out completely.
Credit cards are becoming more widely accepted but you should not rely on them. The places where you are most likely to be able to use them are in the cities of Yangon and Mandalay and there may be a charge.
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Burma: An e-visa is required to enter Burma and must be arranged prior to travel through the following website: http://evisa.moip.gov.mm/. Visas are valid for 90 days from issue and allow a 28-day, single-entry visit.
If you do require assistance in obtaining a visa then you may be able to apply through Explore's recommended visa service in the UK, Travcour. See www.travcour.com to download the relevant visa application for your trip, if applicable (UK citizens only), along with details of how to apply for your visa through Travcour. The Team at Travcour will be happy to answer specific questions relating to visa applications, please call them directly on 0208 5431846.
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Tourism in Burma
Sadly, recent events surrounding the Rohingya minority have seen Burma thrust into the international spotlight again. The areas of unrest are concentrated within the north of Rakhine state, far away from any location our itineraries visit. We actively monitor the situation on the ground and closely follow the advice of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO). We also remain acutely aware of our ethical responsibility; and in order to ensure that the local communities benefit the most from our trips, we use a privately-owned Burmese local ground agent for all of our local services. Our itineraries have been carefully planned to limit the use of services owned by, or affiliated with, the government. This ensures that the Burmese people benefit as much as possible from our tours. We strongly believe that we contribute positively to the local economy, whilst providing our customers with the privilege of direct and genuine interaction with the local people, as well as an insight into the country's unique culture and heritage.
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Our best selling tour is guided by our expert and award-winning local leaders. This holiday focusses on the main highlights of this fascinating country for travellers interested in history and culture. Most days are full with some early starts; however, you will have some free afternoons with options to explore further. Not only will you visit places with evocative names and discover iconic sights, you will also have opportunity to meet some of the friendliest people in the South East Asia region.
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Sunday Lunch With La Famiglia
A family of talented Italian home cooks gathers for lunch under a leafy pergola to honor the spirit of their Nonna Amelia, who joyfully prepared meals for as many as 80 relatives.
By Sonali Laschever
I first tasted Marcella Giamundo's cooking in New York City. After trying her ravioli alla Sorrentina, I knew I was ruined for life. Stuffed with a delicate mozzarella and Parmesan filling and served with a chunky tomato-meat sauce, it had me, unabashedly, going back for thirds. Marcella, who works in New York as a vice president for Richard Ginori, the Italian china company, told me that cooking was a passion she'd inherited from her mother and grandmother and suggested that, if I was ever in Sorrento, I should visit her parents' home for a meal. So, when I found myself in southern Italy recently, the memory of that spectacular ravioli and the lure of more exceptional home cooking took me to Rafaella and Luigi Giamundo's villa for an unforgettable Sunday lunch.
Sorrento, half an hour by car from Naples and 20 minutes by boat from Capri, overlooks the waters where many believe the ancient Greek hero Odysseus narrowly escaped the Sirens' fatal call. The Giamundo property lies off one of the town's narrow, windy streets. Stone walls, camouflaged by ivy, enclose a restored 18th-century house and a small garden thickly planted with lemon, orange, olive and walnut trees. Roses and camellias perfume the air. Lunch with Rafaella and Luigi—and with Marcella's twin sister, her brother, his wife and their children—was in the garden, where we sat at a wrought-iron table in the shade of a leafy pergola.
"Family meals are a Sunday tradition," Marcella says. Her grandmother, Amelia Pane, presided over many of these lunches. Counting Marcella's seven maternal aunts and an uncle, plus spouses and children—all the relatives live within 15 minutes of each other in and around Sorrento—there were, at times, 80 family members there. "Nonna Amelia was an amazing cook," Marcella recalls. One of her earliest memories is of sitting in a circle of high chairs with her sisters and female cousins, watching Nonna Amelia work at a massive kitchen table. "She'd give us dough and we would practice rolling or kneading it, with toy rolling pins and cutters. Cooking was a game for us—she made it fun."
Nonna Amelia's food was so legendary that Marcella's uncle and aunt, Mariano and Rita Pane, compiled many of her recipes into a cookbook called I Sapori del Sud (The Flavors of the South). It became a best seller in Italy. Nonna Amelia's golden rule, and a lesson learned by all her children and grandchildren, was to cook simple dishes using local ingredients, to bring out rather than mask flavors. Many of her recipes featured zucchini, peppers, tomatoes, string beans, tangerines and lemons, all of which grow in the Sorrento region.
Our lunch, which was served buffet style, celebrated Nonna Amelia's philosophy. The antipasti included fried mozzarella balls made from fior di latte, a local cow's-milk mozzarella. "It's less watery than buffalo milk, so the mozzarella balls are firm yet remarkably light," says Rafaella. The Giamundos' kitchen has a built-in wood-burning oven, which was used for the pizza rustica—a deep-dish pie with smoked ham, ricotta and mozzarella inside a wonderfully rich and crumbly pastry crust.
Earlier that morning, Marcella had gone to her Uncle Mariano's home, Villa Tritone, and returned with beautiful tomatoes and zucchini. These were put to good use: in warm bean and pepper salads dressed with spicy tomato sauce and in penne with zucchini, basil, Parmesan and garlic. Villa Tritone, I learned, has some of the most dazzling gardens in all of Italy. Formerly the home of Lord William Astor, the property sits on the edge of a cliff with a sheer drop to the sea and spectacular views of Mt. Vesuvius, Naples and Capri. It is such a beautiful spot that Agrippa Posthumus, a grandson of the Emperor Augustus, built a villa on the site. The gardens are littered with archeological objects—a Gothic well set amid cycads and ivy, an early Christian sarcophagus, Baroque fountains, statues of Roman gods on fluted pedestals—placed among vines, palms, yuccas and native flowers.
The seafood at the lunch was as spectacular as the vegetables. Rafaella remembers the days when fishermen came up to the house early with the morning's catch. "They knew swordfish was one of my mother's favorites, so they would bring her the best selection," Rafaella recalls. Today she uses Nonna Amelia's recipe to prepare swordfish in olive oil, vinegar and mint. Rafaella knows countless ways to prepare squid because her son, an amateur fisherman, regularly came home with mounds of it when he was growing up. Her favorite is grilled calamari spiedini, skewered, then brushed with olive oil and parsley, because it tastes "light and clean."
Cooking with lemons is an essential part of the Giamundo repertoire. The lemons in the mouth-puckering granita came from their trees. "We have such an abundance of lemons from our garden that we have to invent ways to use them," says Marcella, who confesses that she smuggles some home to New York. "I use the rinds to make limoncello [a lemon liqueur] and freeze the juice," she says. The meal ended with a deliciously moist, light and lemony ricotta cheesecake. Rafaella's recipe often wins her first place in the aunts' annual lemon-cake competition.
After lunch, I prepared to leave the beautiful garden. But before I did, the Giamundos invited me to return for a visit any time I was in Sorrento. The offer was as alluring as a Siren's call. But, unlike Odysseus, I shall make no effort to resist.
Sonali Laschever is a former F&W style editor.
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By Keith Nunes
WASHINGTON — The Food and Drug Administration believes partially hydrogenated oils (P.H.O.s) no longer belong on the list of ingredients generally recognized as safe. The agency has published a Federal Register notice to that effect with the goal of removing artificial trans fats from processed foods.
If the F.D.A.’s preliminary determination is finalized, then partially hydrogenated oils would become food additives subject to premarket approval by the agency. Foods containing unapproved food additives are considered adulterated under U.S. law, meaning they cannot be sold legally.
“If F.D.A. determines that P.H.O.s are not GRAS, it could, in effect, mean the end of artificial, industrially-produced trans fat in foods,” said Dennis M. Keefe, Ph.D., director of the F.D.A.’s Office of Food Additive Safety. “F.D.A. is soliciting comments on how such an action would impact small businesses and how to ensure a smooth transition if a final determination is issued.”
The F.D.A. has the authority to act when it believes an ingredient is, in fact, not GRAS, and that’s what the agency said its preliminary determination is doing now with P.H.O.s. A Federal Register notice will be published on Nov. 7 announcing the preliminary determination that P.H.O.s are not GRAS, which includes the opening of a 60-day public comment period.
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Samworth Brothers pushing for £1bn turnover
By Ben Bouckley
08-Aug-2011 - Last updated on 09-Aug-2011 at 12:44 GMT
Related tags: Ready meals, Food, Meal, Tv dinner
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Samworth Brothers is hoping to turnover around £1bn within three years, as the Leicester firm confirmed that it will create at least 70 new jobs at its Kettleby Foods business.
Confirming the turnover target, company ceo Brian Stein told FoodManufacture.co.uk that £3m had been spent renovating a former engineering facility on Pate Road to produce healthier chilled ready meals for Tesco and Morrisons.
He added that ready meals now constitute around one fifth of Samworth Brothers’ total turnover of £716m, and also confirmed that the firm had won a £32m pie contract with Marks & Spencer (M&S).
Samworth won the business at the expense of Premier Foods subsidiary Brookes Avana in early June, in a move that could lead to 200 job losses at the latter’s Leicester site.
A further 70 ready meal-related jobs will also be created at further Samworth subsidiary Saladworks, which employs around 620 people and is based in the same city.
Flash in the pan?
Stein told the Leicestershire press that Samworth had created its new Flash in the Pan fresh ready meals range due to health concerns about ready meals.
Predicting sector growth, he added that adverse publicity meant the ready meal market stalled a couple of years ago, due to concerns about the non-use of fresh ingredients.
The latest Mintel statistics predicted that the UK ready meals market would be worth £2.7bn in 2010, with market growth of only 7% since 2005.
Euromonitor analyst Francisco Redruello warned in a blog entry late last year that ready meals had “lost some of their lustre” during the recession, due to cheaper frozen processed food and home cooking, with the latter also providing “fresher options”.
The industry is aware of such perceptions, and a new report from charity the Institute of Grocery Distribution (IGD) aims at encouraging UK manufacturers to include more fruit and vegetables in 'composite foods' such as chilled ready meals.
Technical barriers
The IGD identified technical barriers that discourage their inclusion: Heat processing that leaches colour out of vegetables and fruit and vegetables making products too thick to pass through processing kit.
The short shelf-life of fruit and vegetables, and the associated need for expensive modified atmosphere packaging, was also identified as a barrier by the IGD.
“The addition of fruit and vegetables can lead to an increase of moisture content. This in turn can increase the rate of spoilage or rejects in certain products,” said the report.
Samworth Brothers employs 7,000 staff across 13 businesses in Leicestershire and Cornwall.
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The Director's Prism: E. T. A. Hoffmann and the Russian Theatrical Avant-Garde
Dassia N. Posner 2016
The Director's Prism investigates how and why three of Russia's most innovative directors— Vsevolod Meyerhold, Alexander Tairov, and Sergei Eisenstein—used the fantastical tales of German Romantic writer E. T. A. Hoffmann to reinvent the rules of theatrical practice. Because the rise of the director and the Russian cult of Hoffmann closely coincided, Posner argues, many characteristics we associate with avant-garde theater—subjective perspective, breaking through the fourth wall, activating the spectator as a co-creator—become uniquely legible in the context of this engagement. Posner examines the artistic poetics of Meyerhold's grotesque, Tairov's mime-drama, and Eisenstein's theatrical attraction through production analyses, based on extensive archival research, that challenge the notion of theater as a mirror to life, instead viewing the director as a prism through whom life is refracted. A resource for scholars and practitioners alike, this groundbreaking study provides a fresh, provocative perspective on experimental theater, intercultural borrowings, and the nature of the creative process.
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Kiersey Clemons and Nick Offerman play one big show in Hearts Beat Loud.
Brett Haley’s music drama Hearts Beat Loud stars Nick Offerman as a widowed Brooklyn record-store owner whose only daughter (Kiersey Clemons) has her heart set on going to medical school in L.A. However, when she sings lead on a demo track that he records from a set of her lyrics, the song (which shares the movie’s title) starts getting traction on Spotify, and Dad suddenly wants his daughter to put off college to form a band with him.
This movie may be conceptually slight, but it has Keegan DeWitt’s mostly original songs going for it and the all-too-rare sight of a black girl singing rock ’n’ roll, as opposed to jazz, R&B, or soul. Clemons gives a star-making performance as a gay teen negotiating a summer romance as well as leaving the nest, and Sasha Lane steals a good portion of this as an artist girlfriend who realizes that their love must end. Still, the acting honors go to Offerman, showing more dramatic depth here than he’s usually allowed to as a man trying to hang on to his child to fulfill his own unrealized dreams of making music. He can sing and play a bit, too. This potentially forgettable film soars on its music and its cast.
Hearts Beat Loud screens Fri-Sun at the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, 3200 Darnell St, FW. Tickets are $8-10. Call 817-738-9215.
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Texier has been diagnosed with a lumbar stress fracture and is out indefinitely.
Texier sustained this injury during Tuesday's 4-1 win over Florida, and he will be placed on injured reserve. The injuries continue to stack up for the Blue Jackets, and Justin Scott will be recalled from AHL Cleveland. While there's no certain timeline, Texier shouldn't be expected back until February at the earliest.
Texier (upper body) won't travel with the team for Thursday's game against the Bruins, Brian Hedger of NHL.com reports.
Texier sustained an upper-body injury during Tuesday's 4-1 win over the Panthers, and it will keep him out for at least one game. The Blue Jackets only have 11 healthy forwards at the moment, but Sonny Milano (upper body) or Cam Atkinson (ankle) could return to the lineup.
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Texier won't return to Tuesday's game against the Panthers after suffering an upper-body injury.
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Solo Percussion - Twelve Albums Overview
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In September, we already reviewed Chad Taylor's Myths & Morals, and Lucas Niggli's Alchemia Garden, but there is more percussive power that requires our attention. Amazingly enough, a lot of solo percussion works were released this year. An overview.
We will add a lot of improvised material, ranged from complete free form to composed modern music, from jazz to techno, from intimate to exuberant, from minimalistic to expansive. Whatever the style, genre or subgenre, the percussionists often feel free to let us hear music and angles of approach that are totally impossible in ensemble settings or in the presence of melodic or harmonic instruments. Because of the vast differences between the albums, I won't rate them, except for the first one.
Carlo Costa - Oblio (Neither/Nor Records, 2018) ****½
Italian and New York based percussionist Carlo Costa has been working for years on his own sound, primarily with his bands "Natura Morta" and "Earth Tongues", moving percussion deep into realms of sonic landscapes, but then preferably the ones that are rugged, unpredictable and with a dramatic edge. On 'Oblio', he offers us two pieces of around twenty minutes, using "an assortment of instruments and objects such as drum set, concert bass drum, singing bowls, bells, triangles, wood blocks, tiles, styrofoam, cymbals, violin bows, marbles, chains, knives" and probably more.
The pieces are built around structural composed parts, which offer a sense of direction for the improvisation. The first piece amazingly enough creates a broad sense of space too, with instruments that almost dialogue like human voices in a wide and empty realm full of resonance. The second piece completely breaks that effect, offering a different side of the same coin, but now more intimate, with less resonance, as if every sound is absorbed by the carpets in the room, and with a more prominent role of his drum set. Despite the clear outside-inside distinction, both tracks equal each other in intensity and narrative power. Like percussive innovators such as Eddie Prévost, the instruments are no longer used for rhythmic purposes, but are played in such a way to allow for stretched notes, scratching and scraping sounds, hollow reverberations, overlaid with rumbling and pealing noises. In stark contrast to Prévost, Costa is not a minimalist, quite to the contrary even: a lot is happening, with very frequent variations in the use of instrument and sonority, creating tense and even dense listening experience.
If you ever thought that solo percussion is boring, and only of interest to percussionists, think again.
Listen and download from Bandcamp.
Ingar Zach & Speak Percussion - Before Nightfall One (Sofa, 2018)
Without a doubt, Norwegian percussionist Ingar Zach is one of the most creative musicians in modern music. In his own way, he redefined with bands such as "Dans Les Arbres" and "Mural", as well in the various ensembles he's set up over the years. Percussion instruments exist for story-telling. They can create a world of abstract meaning and felt emotion, resulting from the careful and precise use of the full sonic possibilities of instruments.
On "Before Nightfall One", he is accompanied by Speak Percussion from Melbourne, Australia, represented by Eugene Ughetti and Matthias Schack-Arnott, both also on percussion, as you might have guessed. A one-day rehearsal led to these thirty minutes of a percussive soundworld. The trio offers a constantly shifting sonic narrative, which at times comes across as the backdrop noise of a very active industrial environment, morphing into the soundtrack of a horror movie when desolation and anxiety take over the energy and the feelings, then morphing even further into piercing and scraping and intrusive layered sounds that result in the tingling skin sensation better known as "autonomous sensory meridian response" (ASMR), a kind of addictive noise reaction on the human nervous system which can become highly addictive.
Zach turns this into art.
Gerry Hemingway - Reality Axis - For Solo Percussion The music of Sarah Weaver (SyncSource, 2018)
From the very first touches on the cymbals, you can feel that there is tension in the air, of the kind that grabs your attention and invites you to keep listening, fascinated by what's happening. Gerry Hemingway needs no introduction anymore, with more than a dozen of his albums reviewed on this blog. Hemingway plays a structured composition by Sarah Weaver, a New York-based contemporary composer, conductor, technologist, educator, and researcher working internationally as a specialist in Network Arts. She has been very active in creating network performances, using the internet as a connector to unite performances in different locations. Events take place over very high- bandwidth internet utilizing specialized network audio and video technology for low-latency, multichannel, performance-quality experience.
The composition and the performance are complex, yet also light at the same time, in the sense that the music is focused on limited parts of Hemingway's kit, and not all over the place, even to the contrary, silence and quiet moments give a sense of space to the improvisations which the performer is allowed to create around the graphic score. Hemingway is a versatile performer, and the end result is a crisp and inventive. On the last track a single note is electronically sustained as a linear beacon for the brisk and supple drumming. Weaver explains her concept as: "The works utilize pluralism structures such as multiplicity, polyrhythm, and simultaneity, together with nodal intersections, alignments, and attention strategies, to result in multidimensional resonance through integral synthesis". Regardless, the music can be enjoyed also by non-percussionists, although may find even more to savour.
Tim Daisy - Configurations (Relay, 2018)
Two years ago, Tim Daisy released "Relucent" on his Relay label, and now, two years later, the Chicagoan offers us a new solo percussion album. The drummer has been reviewed on a few dozen albums in the last few years already, so he needs no further introduction.
On "Configurations" he further explores the possibilities of rhythm, timbre and sound, using selected instrument alone or in combination: drums, marimba, Califones, metal percussion, bass xylophone, transistor radios, bells, chains, sticks, mallets and brusheds.
The artist emphasises that no overdubs have been used. When listening to the music, this is possibly one of the most amazing features, especially on "Sonic Feels". But I think the most amazing feature is that Daisy seems to enjoy himself, as he is also not shy to share moments of fun with the listener, as on "The Echo Song" or "The Wobbly Insect". Most tracks are very focused and relatively short. Because of the use of marimba, melodic parts give the listener some variation from the pure percussive parts.
The solo format clearly allows Daisy to tell some different musical stories than would be possible in an ensemble setting. And from the quality and the pleasure that is to be heard on this album, we can only encourage him to keep doing this in the future.
João Pais Filipe - João Pais Filipe (Lovers & Lollypops, 2018)
Of all the albums reviewed here, João Pais Filipe starts with the most rhythmic and energetic intro you can imagine. No frills, just straight and fast drumming, starting to bifurcate and ramify to other toms and bells and gongs, without ever relinquishing the basic beat. He call his own music "ethno techno" and you can understand why. Even if the drumming is acoustic, the core beat is so immaculately regular that it sounds like the repeat button on a rhythm software, but then it doesn't, because minor changes start happening, and the whole piece keeps evolving and expanding on the beat in a wonderful polyrhythmic techno fest.
João Pais Filipe is a Portuguese percussionist, and we know him from the recently reviewed "Space Quartet", but also from other bands such as "Pedro Contida" and "Fail Better!". Again a Portuguese musician who changes the boundaries of what is expected from a musician. Or even stronger, when most solo percussion albums turn their instrumental skills into timbral explorations and away from rhythm, Pais Filipe does the exact opposite.
As the liner note say: "he took the machine's place in order to understand if androids do dream of electric sheep ... only to find out they started with ethno techno".
More than worth listening to, and possibly of great interest to drummers. A more than trance-inducing hypnotic experience.
Listen and download from Bandcamp or watch one of the tracks in the nice video below.
Sarah Hennies - Fleas (Ultraviolet Light, 2018)
Sarah Hennies is a composer of modern music, writing for theater and film, but also a vibraphone player herself. On Fleas, she is joined by Leslie Brack, Bubba Crumrine, Doug McLaren, Anna McCormick, Matthew Saccuccimorano, Benjamin Torrey and Brian Wilson who all perform the music with bells that were found in thrift stores and flea markets (hence the title). The first part starts chime-like, creating a friendly and familiar atmosphere that is interrupted by heavy banging near the end. The second part gives a kind of mirror image. The beating drum leads the track, but then gradually the bells take over and lead us into near silence. The end result is interesting, welcoming and disorienting at the same time.
In Quattro - In Quattro (Floating Forest Records, 2017) ****
"In Quattro" is unique. It is a percussion quartet. They bring us two lengthy improvised pieces, one of thirty-six and one of twenty minutes, giving themselves - and the listener - time to build and develop their musical concept. In contrast to some of the other albums reviewed here, rhythm is very high on their agenda, as is sound colour, and the shifting levels of density as the pieces progress.
All four percussionists have a different angle of attack: Francesco D'Auria's drumming is more jazzy, Brian Quinn only plays on a bare drumkit, Andrea Cocco adds some electronics to his playing, and Davide Merlino plays prepared vibraphone next to his drums. The result is a fascinating listening experience of subtle and intense low-density interaction. These are not four machos fighting to be heard - these are not rock drummers, but four artists co-creating a common musical language. The self-restraint, the discipline, the common sense of pace and subtlety of execution are proportional to the four musicians' creativity and freedom. That doesn't mean that there are no moments of violence and high volume beats - there certainly are - but they are used to good dramatic effect, to contrast with the more silent moments or to give a break in the more complex parts.
The end result is clever, smart, creative and entertaining, combining mesmerising and tribal moments with nuanced and precise rhythmic landscapes, and it could only have been created by musicians who understand each others' instruments and each other completely.
And it is great fun too.
Patti Cudd - Eos (Innova, 2017)
Even if already a year old, it is also good to mention this album by Patti Cudd, percussionist and educator. For this album she commissioned new compositions or used existing material from 16 composers: Cort Lippe, Brian Ferneyhough, Christian Wolff, Per Bloland, Jeff Herriott, Barry Moon, Margaret Schedel, Christopher Howard, Christopher Burns, James Dillon, Eric Lyon, Paul Elwood, Konstantinos Karathanasis, Brett Wartchow, Scott Miller, Chapman Welch, Morton Feldman and Pamela Madsen.
Most of the pieces also use real-time electronics, enhancing, repeating and changing some of the sounds, even if acoustic percussion stays the main sound to be heard. The music is both challenging and interesting, mainly because of the huge variety of approaches, their singular line of attack and character of each track. It is a triple CD, so listening to the whole album in one go may be a challenge for anyone time-wise, but listening to it in bits and pieces does not really reduce its attractiveness. The performances were recorded between 1996 and 2015. The CD has a very extensive booklet explaining the concept of each piece.
Listen and download from the label.
Otzir Godot - Texthead (Eppato, 2018)
Based in Helsinki, Finland, Godot calls himself a "drum poet", and in a way that describes his music well. On "Texthead", he explores the sounds of his instrument in relatively short pieces, more interested in overall timbre and resonance than in actual drumming. The end result is one of silence interspersed with dramatic effects.
Matt Hannafin - John Cage - Four Realizations for Solo Percussion (Notice, 2018)
More "classical" percussion by John Cage and performed by Matt Hannafin. The percussionists selects to early pieces by Cage, "Variations II" and "Variations III", both from the early sixties to figure centrally on this album. Two later works from the 90s, "cȻomposed Improvisation for One-Sided Drums with or without Jangles" and "One4", bookend the album. As you can imagine from Cage compositions, the focus is about sound as an element of space and silence, as if a reflection of noise from the street or from nature re-arranged in a more abstract and aesthetic way.
Hannafin's playing is both very contained and explorative, disciplined and inventive. Interestingly enough, even the earliest works of Cage for solo percussion would still hold their ground in today's avant-garde. A real treat.
Mark Fell - Intra (Boomkat Editions, 2018)
I am not too familiar with the work of Mark Fell, but from what I read about him, it appears to be complex and multi-faceted. He's a techno man, an electronics composer, with clear ideas about the role of music, and the potential of music in society. Like us, it makes him sick how music often gets mistreated in popular TV and radio environments and sacrificed on the altar of commerce.
But regardless of the philosophy, on "Intra", his approach is explained by the subtitle "computer-generated rhythm for microtonal metallophones", and that is what you get, even if you have no inkling what it might mean sonically. According to the liner notes, "Making use of a kind of conceptual future-primitivism, Fell probes the perceptive difference between ideas of simplicity and complexity by sending instructions to acoustic drummers via electronic triggers relayed through headphones".
The quartet performing the compositions are João Dias, Miguel Bernat, Pedro Oliveira and Saulo Giovannini.
This is music that will certainly appeal to afficionados of Ingar Zach, Dans Les Arbres, and other quiet percussion ensembles. Listening intently to it will bring you in a dreamlike state, surprised at the multitude of pleasant and intimate pointillist little beats that collectively sound like rhythmic rain, or orchestrated chimes. Highly unusual, and relatively accessible too.
Dane Rousay - Neuter (Self, 2018)
Dane Rousay is an American-Canadian percussionist living in San Antonio, Texas. Like so many other drummers in free improvisation, Rousay wants to move away from the time-keeping role, and create sounds herself, and as a consequence, a solo album makes sense, and risky for a young musician with limited recorded output, even if this release is a cassette with only twenty minutes of music. In two years of recording, this is already her sixth solo album, and the fourth this year, after "Divide", "IMP/ENV" and “An Inevitable Solution (To)”. It shows a lot of determination to find her place in improvised music, and she has a story to tell, especially on the traditional drum kit as on this album. At the same time, developing a personal voice and musical vision are equally important.
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FOTIS NIKOLAKOPOULOS said...
It might not be a "jazz" album per se, but i would definitely add Eli Keszler's Stadium as a worth mentioning recording.
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Some programming languages are indispensable for web developers, and some are just incomprehensible.
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From the incredibly useful to the unspeakably weird, we run down the programming languages that will help your web development career and the ones that will stop you dead in your tracks.
Having a wide knowledge of programming languages is a great way to land a job. Or, if you already have one, to get arrays. Awful wordplay aside, multilinguals do always look a bit more impressive on a resume.
But if you are thinking of broadening your horizons, why in the name of Pascal would you dive into the commitment of learning a new language without first checking how useful it is? That and there's always the concern of your new coding tongue becoming obsolete, like the digital equivalent of Latin.
This is where we come in. We've identified some of the most popular and powerful programming instructions in use today. We've also bashed our heads against some of the most infuriating language offshoots since some 1920s proto-troll invented scat singing.
LEARN: Python
The immense popularity of Python has coiled around the Internet, and it shows no signs of releasing up and coming programmers from its clutches. This is a powerful language that can be made to wear many skins – expect to find it slithering away in desktop apps, web apps, network servers, media tools and machine learning (which is becoming increasingly important).
The good news is that Python is remarkably beginner-friendly, too. Novices will be able to build their coding skills quickly as the syntax is straightforward and non-verbose. More capable programmers will find this high-level language particularly handy for APIs and back-end services, or used in a general role for object-oriented, scripting, or functional programming.
Side bonus worth mentioning: rival language Ruby shares similar syntax to Python. Know one of them, and the other isn't very difficult to pick up.
AVOID: LOLCODE
Inspired by the equally ridiculous invention that is lolspeak, LOLCODE is a programming language that's about as esoteric as you can get. Created in 2007 by Adam Lindsay, researcher at the Computing Department of Lancaster University, to achieve anything in LOLCODE your intent must be expressed in examples of the lolcat Internet meme. That's right, folks. Meme syntax.
Here are a few basic things you ought to know before getting started. All code must begin with "HAI language version" and end with "KTHXBYE." Calling for a library involves "CAN HAS library" while strings are read into variables via "GIMMEH." Also, looping initiates with "IM IN YR LOOP" and exits when "IM OUTTA YR LOOP."
For those of you keeping closer score at home, LOLCODE is viewed as 'weirdlang' by many. It's not esoteric enough as behind its syntax sits a normal procedural language. If you want weirder offerings, just keep reading.
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LEARN: JavaScript
While we're starting to see Python being taught more frequently at universities and high schools, a lot of less progressive code camps still center their instruction on good ol' Javascript. And why wouldn't they? Surveys suggest it's still used by 50% web developers.
Though it's already widely regarded as an essential web tool technology (that excels at both front-end and back-end development), JavaScript is also reaching out to bold new horizons, like game development. What's being achieved is pretty impressive.
Better yet, being both effective on the server and client side of things can allow a JavaScript exponent to build apps that are offline, native or desktop in nature. It's a language that's equally at home on an IoT (Internet of Things) device as well.
Personally, we think JavaScript is the most universal coding tongue out there, but there are better languages available for first timers looking to toe-dip in (see: Python). But if you do already know a thing or two you could leverage more complicated features to create a piece of code that stands out from the pack.
AVOID: ARNOLDC
An offshoot from the aforementioned LOLCODE, this programming language replaces lolspeak with quotes from different Arnold Schwarzenegger movies. Full disclosure: we had hoped that this syntax would also include those nonsensical noises this Austrian born actor makes when he's in on-screen distress. No such luck.
Basically, to use this, you just really need to be up on your cool, dry witty one-liners and then all parsing will be done with Parboiled and ASM used to generate the Java bytecode. For an example, let's wrap your head around some key command(o)s.
When it comes to main methods, the form is "IT'S SHOWTIME" statements "YOU HAVE BEEN TERMINATED." We also love the basic arithmetic operations of plus, minus, multiple and divide (GET UP, GET DOWN, YOU'RE FIRED and HE HAD TO SPLIT, respectively).
Likewise, the logical operations of Equal To, And, Greater Than, and Or are also pretty great (YOU ARE NOT YOU YOU ARE ME, KNOCK KNOCK, LET OFF SOME STEAM BENNET and CONSIDER THAT A DIVORCE).
Novelty aside, we think ARNOLDC will be abandoned by all but the most uber fans when they realise that a simple ReadInteger call is now: "I WANT TO ASK YOU A BUNCH OF QUESTIONS AND I WANT TO HAVE THEM ANSWERED IMMEDIATELY." Time-wise, it's a problemo.
LEARN: Ruby
Let's dive into something a little less complex shall we? A gem of a language that finds an even balance between approachability and power. Dig up Ruby, spend a modest amount of time polishing up your skills with it, and it'll allow you to produce executable programs quickly.
What we have here is more or less a modern and rather streamlined take on PHP; an interpreted, high-level, general-purpose language that supports paradigms that including procedural, object-oriented, and functional programming. It also has a real purty name.
But seriously, it's nice to take a holiday with something that focuses on simplicity and productivity, thanks to an elegant syntax that is a cinch to read and easy to write. Think natural, not lacking in complexity. Despite the shallow learning curve, Ruby is still a scripting language that's more powerful than Perl, and more object-oriented than Python. Nervous code virgins couldn't hope for a better partner.
AVOID: Malbolge
Invented by Ben Olmstead in 1998, this public domain esoteric programming was named after the eighth circle of hell in Dante’s Inferno. You know the place – that next-to-worst area focused on punishing counterfeiters, hypocrites, grafters, seducers and sorcerers with various forms of dismemberment and human excrement-based beauty treatments.
This is your first and last clue as to how user-friendly this programming language is. Essentially, Malbolge has been built from the ground up (or ground down, as is our understanding of the infernal) to be the most difficult and esoteric programming language ever. For example, here's a…uh, simple “Hello World”: (=<`#9]~6ZY32Vx/4Rs+0No-&Jk)"Fh}|Bcy?`=*z]Kw%oG4UUS0/@-ejc(:'8dc.
We're not even going to try to explain this language here today. It would require multiple articles and, frankly, more brainpower than we possess. All you really need to know is that Malbolge was so difficult it took two years for its first useable program to appear. And an algorithm had to achieve that, not a human mind.
So yeah, while the potential for using this to write obfuscating code (possibly for software protection) is high, best of luck with that.
LEARN: C#
C# is used everywhere. Mobile applications that run on your handheld devices, ultra-realistic 3D video games, or server applications as seen on websites like this one you're eyeballing now. You name it and chances are the code symphony has been composed in the key of C#.
If your potential client is a sizeable company that has legitimate concerns about the open source options on this list, chances are they'll want to deal in a “Microsoft approved” option like C#. That and a competent user can whip up some pretty impressive results with a programming language that encompasses lexically scoped, strong typing, declarative, imperative, generic, functional, component and/or object oriented programming disciplines.
One other side benefit for novices: to learn C# is to lay the groundwork for a decent understanding of Java. These languages are two peas in a pod when it comes to runtime and architectural philosophies, plus they share some syntax.
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AVOID: Chef
Here's one for the MasterChef and Hell's Kitchen fans.
Chef is designed to make your programs look like cooking recipes. To foodies this may sound like a wonderful solution, a butter way to do things, but we can assure you there's still no margarine for error (sorry).
Served up by David Morgan-Mar in 2002, the design goals of this stack-based language are to generate valid output and recipes that are "easy to prepare and delicious".
Sadly, we haven't the word space or prep area to show you a full “Hello World” as an example. All you need to know is that the code also works as an actual recipe for a chocolate cake that you can physically bake and eat. We only have time to doggy-bag you up a few concepts for takeaway purposes.
Essentially, you have Ingredients (variables) and these are held in Mixing Bowls and Baking Dishes (integer storage that can be...stacked). Your loops might be "CHOP"/"UNTIL CHOPPED" or "MASH"/"UNTIL MASHED."
Sadly, the cooking time and oven temperature syntax you'll see are just optional (salad) dressing, used to make the recipe more natural-looking. And to prevent user food poisoning, presumably.
LEARN: Swift
If you want to ride the wave that is iOS/mobile development (and the high paying gigs that seem to appear around it) you really ought to acquaint yourself with this.
Designed to supplant Objective-C, Apple Swift is a general-purpose language that thoroughly outclasses its predecessor in terms of usability. Apple pitches its latest incarnation (Swift5) as both interactive and fun, with concise syntax that produces lightning-fast software. Creature comforts include a move away from hated semicolons as inferred types make code cleaner and less prone to screw ups.
Meanwhile, memory is automatically and tightly managed via deterministic reference counting. So say goodbye to the overhead of garbage collection.
And as expected of anything related to the iOS environment, entire classes of unsafe code are taken out of your hands. Everything is auto-checked for overflow and these kid gloves can simply head off any programming mistakes before they can even manifest in your code.
Be those training wheels as they may, Apple Swift is an ideal first-timer choice. A true 'My First Code Monkeying' experience that could pay off in the long run.
AVOID: Shakespeare
To C or not to C – if that is your question, because you wonder if there are easier programming alternatives, perhaps you need Shakespeare Programming Language (SPL).
Play-written into existent by Karl Hesselstörm and Jon Aslund, the basic goal here was to pen a coding language that doesn't appear to be one, to the layman observer at least. Is the end result functional and easy to use for the absolute diehard thespian? Let's just say the course of true love never did run smooth.
For starters, your constants are governed by positive or negative nouns and all stacks must bear the moniker of a Shakespearian character and be announced in a character list. These variables interact with one another in goto labeled Acts and Scenes. You're basically looking at assembly language that is needlessly verbose as characters ask one another questions (read: conditional statements). No fancy data or control structures, just basic arithmetic and gotos.
That being said, don't go in with dreams of coding anything of great substance. Expectation is the root of all heartache, after all.
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Linklater scores again with ‘Everybody Wants Some!!’
‘Dazed and Confused’ director keeps magic alive with story of athletes in early-’80s Texas
Linklater scores again with ‘Everybody Wants Some!!’ ‘Dazed and Confused’ director keeps magic alive with story of athletes in early-’80s Texas Check out this story on Freep.com: http://on.freep.com/1SdEgeI
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In Richard Linklater’s “Everybody Wants Some!!,” Blake Jenner, left, plays Jake Bradford, a freshman baseball pitcher who arrives in September 1980 at Southeast Texas University, where he moves in with his future teammates and fraternity brothers.(Photo: Van Redin/Paramount Pictures and Annapurna Pictures)
“Everybody Wants Some!!” is Richard Linklater’s self-described spiritual sequel to “Dazed and Confused,” and, somewhat miraculously, the spirit has remained intact.
It has been 23 years from one to the other: more than long enough to watch a boy grow up. But between the 1970s high-school graduation of “Dazed” and the first college days of the 1980-set “Everybody Wants Some!!” it feels as if hardly a summer has passed. We left off with Foghat’s “Slow Ride”; we pick up with the Knack’s “My Sharona.”
The song’s thumping bass, which opens the film, is an early signal (if the double exclamation points didn’t already give it away) of the exuberance to come in “Everybody Wants Some!!,” Linklater’s marvelously loose and affectionately antic portrait of college life. It’s a chapter that Linklater’s “Boyhood” never got to. But it’s rendered here with the same attention to the rhythms of youth and the in-between moments the director has long been drawn to.
But unlike “Boyhood,” it also has bong hits, disco dancing and sex — lots of it. It’s a laid-back “Animal House,” with shots of philosophy mixed in.
Jake Bradford (Blake Jenner) is a freshman baseball pitcher who arrives in September 1980 at Southeast Texas University, where he moves in with his future teammates and fraternity brothers. Bros are not the most loved of college types, but Linklater’s frat guys, aside from being competitive, womanizing booze hounds, are mostly clever, curious and likable.
Just as with “Dazed,” Linklater has assembled a strong ensemble of promising young actors. They include the mustachioed star senior Glenn (Tyler Hoechlin), the philosophizing chatterbox Finn (a tremendous Glen Powell) and the bearded stoner transfer from California, Willoughby (Wyatt Russell). Jake easily and confidently joins them as they bounce from nightclub to nightclub and prowl the parking lots for women.
There isn’t much tension in the mild and innocent “Everybody Wants Some!!” (and there isn’t any political correctness or sexual assault). The guys of the movie are all eagerness and appetite with their lives ahead of them. Though the team is nationally ranked and they take their sport seriously, professional baseball is largely an acknowledged pipe dream. Besides, there’s so much more to be excited about. Every night is a different club (disco, country line dancing, punk). Books and records are passed around like joints.
A countdown to the start of classes runs throughout, but not in a foreboding way. Out of the aimlessness, a sense of purpose is growing. The world is opening up to Jake, who begins dating a theater student (Zoey Deutch).
By focusing on baseball players, Linklater has given a far tenderer, more dynamic (and largely true) picture of young male athletes than they are usually afforded. But he has also limited his canvas compared with the more varied, crisscrossing teens of “Dazed.” And while the sunny and sure Jenner is winning, he’s maybe too much so. “Dazed and Confused” took its center from Wiley Wiggins’ timid teen, but the Jake of “Everybody Wants Some!!” has no anxieties to overcome; his first blush with college life is a home run.
“Everybody Wants Some!!’ is Linklater’s self-portrait of the artist as a young frat boy. The Austin writer-director of “Slacker” and the “Before ...” trilogy went to college on a baseball scholarship before segueing into writing scripts.
His light touch remains a marvel. Though his characters are often just bouncing from conversation to conversation, night out to night out, the film’s direction is never lackadaisical. The performances are uncommonly natural. Scenes that play out through car windows, over foosball tables or between bong hits are buoyant, funny and meaningful. Though stuffed with ’80s details and a soundtrack bearing Van Halen and the Sugar Hill Gang, the period setting matters far less than the capturing — and appreciation — of a moment.
Like many of Linklater’s films, “Everybody Wants Some!!” radiates something both slight and profound. In the immortal words of David Lee Roth: “Everybody wants some. Baby, how ’bout you?”
‘Everybody Wants Some!!’
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Laurent Gutsmuth accused of taking €5m commission from Idrissa Gueye’s entourage
Our colleagues at Soccer Link report that PSG central midfielder Idrissa Gueye’s entourage is in conflict with the agent that they mandated to oversee the Senegalese international’s transfer from Everton this summer.
On the pitch, Gueye has started his career with Les Parisiens magnificently, but behind the scenes all is not going as smoothly.
The vice-champion of Africa in 2019 is stuck in the middle of a contested commission situation, which notably involves his brother, who is one of his advisers, and Laurent Gutsmuth, who was mandated for the deal.
Per the outlet reporting the news, the player’s entourage was due to receive a part of the €5m in agent commission negotiated in the deal with both Everton and PSG.
So far, the agent mandated specifically for this deal, Gutsmuth, has not transferred the sums supposedly pre-agreed as owed to other individuals who had participated in the transfer.
Gueye’s entourage have informed the PSG board of this situation, who have tried to reach out to Gutsmuth on multiple occasions to resolve this matter. Exchanges were had to try to find a resolution, but they have not been fruitful. As a result, PSG no longer wishes to work with Gutsmuth, whilst simultaneously maintaining their private support for the Gueye family.
Gutsmuth is a well-known name around PSG. He holds an FFF licence and thus has played an important role in certain transfers and the contract extensions of several PSG players (Neymar, Javier Pastore, Thiago Silva, Dani Alves & others).
His role is simply to be a name on a sheet of paper. As famous agents like Marcelo Simonian do not have a licence to formally exercise the role of an agent in France, they rely on surrogates who do possess the appropriate licence like Gutsmuth.
For example, during the extension of Thiago Silva’s contract with PSG in 2016, the player’s agent, Paulo Tonietto, received €2m in commission from the club, whilst Gutsmuth, the agent of record, received €45k.
At the moment, all parties in this Gueye affair are at a standstill.
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Uber is Protesting Regulation Change With a Service Shut Down in Paris
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The protested become the protesters. Uber is shutting down services in Paris today, to join other drivers from across the city in protest against regulations that could hurt non-taxi driving services.
The Verge reports from Paris that Uber drivers are joining other non-taxi chauffeurs in the protest, which has now been ongoing for five days. It’s said to be the first time that Uber has ever stopped providing its services to support a protest.
The stall will be modest, however: Uber will only be unavailable in the French capital between 11am and 3pm local time. Which happens to be the time when nobody needs to catch an Uber anyway.
The mark of solidarity, if you can call it that, is against proposed restrictions which would stop salaried drivers who work for small companies being hired out to drive for app-based ride-hailing services. In Paris, these kinds of contracts account for as much as 30 per cent of the total Uber driver fleet.
It’s not the first time Uber has been involved in controversy in Paris. Last year, the government forced it to shut down operations of its budget UberPop service across France. [The Verge]
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