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EPIC, 3Ai and greater EU & AUS collaboration: An AI conversation
The latest OECD report Trends Shap ing Education 2019 cites five 'big picture issues' for the world. The first is a shift in global gravity with the rise of India and China; the second concerns public matters involving citizenship and democracy; the third involves security in an uncertain and unstable world; the fourth suggests the impacts of living longer underpinned by a need for populations to live better; and the fifth notes the rise of individualism and the role of education to equip people with the necessary skills, knowledge and attitudes to thrive in their modern and professional lives (pp.10-11). Link to the full report is here.
The role of technology in particular Artificial Intelligence or AI is omnipresent in these five predictions. In a recent forum held at the ANU most of the OECD trends were touched on in discussions around AI. The EPIC project the focus of the forum is an example that speaks to such global movements and illustrates ICT research focused on a collaboration between Europe – Pacific partners (Australia, Singapore and New Zealand) funded by the European Union Horizon 2020 Research and Innovation Grant.
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Interested people from Australia and Europe gathered for a day at the Crawford School of Public Policy to examine how public policy, research and industry are approaching opportunities and risks of AI in international contexts. As the US and China dominant the AI race the forum sought to find ways to move ahead with greater EU-AUS collaboration around AI. With Horizon 2020 coming to an end and Horizon 2021-2027 just around the corner what kind of role could AUS partnering with the EU mean post Brexit? For example: what, if anything, might change?
In this quick post I provide a few highlights from the day. I was listening to each speaker with my education lens and pondering what this might mean for schools in Australia. The forum was hosted by the 3Ai (the Autonomy, Agency & Assurance Innovation Institute). It's a strategic priority of ANU. It was terrific to hear Associate Professor Katherine Daniell's update on their interdisciplinary activities and projects. Please note the following details are taken from Katherine's slides shown on the day.
The Reimagine Project is a key part of the 3Ai as is its intellectual leadership alongside building a new applied science through the creation of a new body of knowledge, engaging with a diverse community of stakeholders and transmitting what they learn in order to build knowledge in these new arenas.
Five critical questions underpin the work, they are:
1.How do we think about the notion of autonomy and how to we build for it?
2.What degree of 'self' empowerment do we give autonomous systems?
3.Will these systems be safe?
4.How might we interface with technologies, systems and each other in this context?
5.What are the metrics by which we might measure the performance and success of such systems?
Katherine explained: "Cyber-physical systems are crucial … what that means is that the world needs safe ethical and effective design, integration, management and regulation of cyber-physical systems and cyber-physical technologies and this is the work we are doing". Watch this space.
Elizabeth Kelly, Deputy Secretary from Department of Industry, Innovation and Science outlined the focus of the Department's current work. She conceded that government involvement in the AI space in Australia "had not been what it should be especially in terms of establishing ethical policies", while emphasising the need for Australia to be globally competitive citing an overall productivity decline of 3%. Links were made to a recent Data 61 report – see here. Elizabeth also shared comments about an AI in schools program – on closer examination this is still under development instead directing me to the Digital Technologies Hub. Again, watch this space.
Ben Reid from New Zealand provided details of strategies for AI and AI-based innovation in New Zealand while consular ambassadors from Italy, Switzerland and Germany emphasised how their countries are making AI a priority. For example: Angela Merkel has signalled the appointment of 100 AI professorial positions in the coming months to 'kick start' their push with "AI Made in Germany". Open data is a common issue across Europe. The need to target education and training in AI together with the necessity for regulation, better understanding of AI's labour market implications and the complexity surrounding AI, data ethics and cyber-security.
After lunch Professor Dana Petcu from Romania highlighted the challenges in her country in higher education that involve technical challenges like building the AI-human interface, its current limitations to certain tasks, software malfunctions, features that support new experiences, virtual lecturers who can react like humans and the large scale deployment of learning environments. This will require investment by the Romanian government as well as building trust in AI, having high expectations, changing the role of the teachers, the way of learning and its connection to the academic world. Link to her work here.
In my 10 minutes at the forum I was able to refer to recent work at UTS and the 2018 submission to the Human Rights Commission. My main provocation concerned AI in the school education space and the need to hone in on end users – this is a much needed conversation. Here, I suggest there are four central issues in AI in school education and these are the places where we might problematise the space and start to strategically fix our gaze; and that means, one, consulting the profession at large – it has commenced; two, understanding what an automated world might mean for school infrastructure and investment; and three, for young children who are entering school now – what does AI mean for teachers and teaching; and four, how can higher education and industry support schools to be responsive to the rapidly changing world of AI?
With great power comes great responsibility – the tech companies are racing ahead – reported to be valued at USD362bil this coming year … the EPIC project is an imaginative, collaborative and creative response.
And finally, EPIC … it's a space you might want to keep watching.
Note: Other speakers on the day included Dr Amy McLennan from ANU, Dr Sue Keay from Data 61, Dr Jurgen Leitner from QUT, Lubi Thomas from Ars Electronica Australia and more.
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'Her legend will live on': Resolution honoring Sylvia La Torre filed in Senate
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MANILA, Philippines — A resolution honoring the life of legendary singer and Filipina icon Sylvia La Torre, was filed in the Senate on Monday.
La Torre, dubbed the "First Lady of Philippine Television," and the "Queen of Kundiman," died peacefully in her sleep last December 1 in Los Angeles, California, as announced by her granddaughter, Filipino-American actress Ana Maria Perez de Tagle. The noted soprano and actress was 89.
Under Resolution No. 338, Lapid sought to have La Torre's legacy live on, citing over 300 songs that she wrote and recorded since starting her career in the 1950s.
"Her artistry has transcended through time and has expired fellow artists that we also consider icons today…" Lapid's resolution stated.
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Lapid also cited some of La Torre's classics, such as "Waray Waray," "Your Face Sounds Familiar," "Sa Kabukiran," and "Mutya ng Pasig," which have been adapted and performed by the likes of Freddie Aguilar and Elizabeth Ramsey.
"Sylvia La Torre was not only a musical icon, she was also a cinematic treasure. She made films with Sampaguita Pictures and Seiko Films," said Lapid, citing her first starring role in "Ang Maestra" in 1941, "One Two Bato, Three Four Bapor," among others. Her fame was further amplified with her hosting of the then popular show "Oras ng Ligaya."
Because of these endeavors, La Torre became a household name in the 1950s up to the 1960s.
"La Torre was a true artist in every sense of the word, her immeasurable contributions to Philippine folk and popular music are unparalleled… (She) was a one-of-a-kind multifaceted artist who dedicated her life to her craft, in turn becoming a source of inspiration for the artists of the next generation," Lapid said.
"The whole nation mourns the passing of one of its icons, whose legacy has given the country pride, her legend will live on and has inspired generations of upcoming singers, composers, and actors," his resolution further read. EDV
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Augmented reality overlays digital information on top of an existing environment, and the AR device market is expected to reach more than $659 million by 2018, according to an infographic that analyzes AR's potential for the classroom.
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In this post we have tried to gather various suggetions ant tips to guide you inside the calli (the typical narrow streets of Venice) of sestiere San Polo, tryng to make you discover the characteristics and the beautiful attractions of this district.
Features of sestiere San Polo
Sestiere San Polo is the smallest of Venice and it is very loved by the venetian people for the relaxing atmosphere that you feel walking around the streets; in the past, however, it was blended with sestiere Santa Croce.
Its name derives from the presence of Campo San Polo, the biggest square of Venice after Piazza San Marco , and for the Church with the same name. Although it has always been considered a square of the working class, because public events took place here, this sqaure is surrounded by noble palaces.
It is a very characteristic district because of the presence of a lot of "house and workshop", that are places where people live and work, and also for the huge variety of typical venetian taverns that are called "bacari".
The most famous and animated area is Rialto, thanks to the presence of the fish market and fruit and vegetable that makes the area more chaoitc but, at the same time, a typical and very characteristic place of Venice. Rialto's area is one of the most popular for shopping and in the evening it becomes the center of the nightlife for the young people of the district, which met each others around Erbaria (the area of the dock overlooking the Grand Canal).
Peculiarities about Sestiere San Polo
In San Polo we can find Rialto's Market, place where a scene of the film "The tourist" was shooted, a film with Angelina Jolie and Jhonny Depp. In the scene the main character (Depp) during an escape through the roofs of Venice, jumps on a tarp of the Market.
Also in this sestiere stands Scuola Grande San Rocco, which Hall of Capitolo was the place of a scene of the film "Casanova". In this hall was organized a masked ball which also the main character Giacomo Casanova took part in it.
Where is sestiere San Polo and how to reach it
Sestiere San Polo is served by both the line 1 and line 2 of the ferry boat service. These two lines traveled all the Grand Canal. The stops for reach San Polo are Rialto's Market, San Silvestro and San Tomà. Walking from the Station Venezia Santa Lucia takes more or less 15 minutes to reach in the central part of the district.
Attractions and monuments in sestiere San Polo
In sestiere San Polo we can find a lot of attractions, including the "must" of Venice and the less famous attractions that deserves a visit if you have enough time.
Unmissable attractions in San Polo
The most important attraction of San Polo is Rialto Bridge, the oldest bridge of Venice that links the two shores of Grand Canal.
Another unmissable attraction is also Basilica dei Frari, that has important frescos of Tiziano and Bellini and Scuola Grande San Rocco, decorated by Tintoretto's frescos.
Finally, another church to visit is Church San Giacomo di Rialto, the oldest of Venice and the heart of the trade of the city in the past and the House of Goldoni, place where probably the famous comedy writer Carlo Goldoni was born, that today is the location of the Museum of Theatre.
If you have more time available
If you can have a relaxing walking through the streets os sestiere San Polo, it also deserves a visit Palazzo dei Camerlenghi, that was built in a reinassance style, and the Church San Polo, famous for the paintings of Tintoretto and Tiepolo.
Finally, in this area there is also the Church San Giovanni Elemosinario, located in the area of the market of Rialto and Scuola Grande San Giovanni Evangelista, location of a lot of meetings, cultural expositions and events in Venice.
Best restaurants in San Polo
In you want to have a break and, at the same moment, tasting some typical venetian dish, we can suggest you some place where you can eat good food without spendin a lot of money.
The first place that we suggest you is "All'Arco" in Calle Arco. One of the favourite places of venetian people with its cicheti (typical venetian finger food) with fish like scampi, squid and prawns with toasted bread.
The second place is "Cantina do Mori", in Calle of Do Mori. Venetian people in this place love "Francobollo" ("Stamp"), a sandwich with salami, Gorgonzola cheese and radicchio. There are also traditional dishes like Eggplant Parmesan and artichoke with salt.
Finally, very famous through venetian people, we have "Osteria al Sacro and Profano", a little typical tavern, in the area of Rialto, that serves fish dishes, meat and typical dishes of venetian's tradition. There are also very good wines, both red and white.
You can go to Pasticceria Rizzardini for a little break close to San Polo Fields and eat one of the pastries and cakes that are exposed in the showcase of the counter.
Where to stay in San Polo
Sestiere San Polo is the best place for who wants to stay in a quiet area without the continuous stream of tourists, despite of the position in the center of Venice.
We selected the best hotels following the reviews of the tourists who have stayed in Venice, hoping that could be helpful for you to choose the place where sleep and that you are fully satisfied for your choice.
Locanda Sant'Agostin
Campo Sant'Agostin, San Polo 2344, Venice
This rentrooms is in the center of sestiere in a building of the sixteenth century. The rooms are spacious, furnished in a classic and elegant style with antique furniture and clean. The owners are helpful, kind and welcoming; help is offered for the reservation of tours and for tickets.
Residenza Ca' Dorin
Calle Pezzana, San Polo 2165, Venice
This little B&B is located in the center of the district, at the fourth floor of a historic building. The rooms and the bathrooms are very clean and spacious. Breakfast is rich and varied, it is served in a hall with a wonderful views. Despite of the very good position, the price is very convenient.
Al Campaniel
San Polo 2889-Calle del Campaniel, Venice
This Bed and Breakfast is close to Campo Santa MArgherita and the train station. Breakfast is plentiful and with good products. The rooms are big, furnished in a stylish way and very clean. The owners are very kind and the atmosphere is familiar.
Video of Sestiere San Polo
For give you an idea of what is waiting for you in this sestiere if you want to visit it, we suggest you to watch this nice video from Youtube:
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Did Warner Bros. Date More 'Harry Potter' & 'LEGO Movie' Sequels?
Along with yesterday's barrage of dates staked out by Warner Bros. Pictures for their DC Comics cinematic universe plans, there were two other dates reserved, but not for comic book movies. They were each called Untitled WB Event Film, with no indication of what films they might be. But SlashFilm seems to have a good guess because the dates happen to be November 16th, 2018 and November 20th, 2020. Well, you may recall Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, a spin-off from the Harry Potter franchise, is slated for November 18th, 2016. And it's probably not hard to see where we're going with this. Read on!
It has been said that Fantastic Beasts and Where To Find Them will be the first film in a trilogy following the book's author Newt Scamander, 70s years before the events of the Harry Potter franchise, as he researches various magical creatures of the wizarding world we all know. And it would make sense for there to be two years between each film, just like the individual Marvel superhero franchises have been doing, and just like Disney plans to do with Star Wars. This is just an educated guess at this point, but we're betting that's the plan at Warner Bros.
And that's not the only advance planning Warner Bros. revealed yesterday. Late last night, the studio also staked out May 25th, 2018 and May 24th, 2019 for two untitled animated films. If these films are slated for Memorial Day weekend dates, it's likely that these are big movies, and THR has learned that these two films are likely follow-ups to The LEGO Movie. A sequel to the film from Phil Lord & Chris Miller is already in the works and slated for release on May 26th, 2017 and a spin-off focusing on LEGO Ninjago is also on the way and expected to hit theaters on September 23rd, 2016. So what are these two films?
Well, the studio might be trying to get a jump start on The LEGO Movie 3 for 2019, which would mean the short two-year turnaround between sequels (that's short for animated films) wouldn't be hard to overcome. And the same could be said if the 2018 date is being reserved for a LEGO Ninjago sequel, which is what THR hypothesizes. This sounds a little too shaky to actually lock down as fact for now though. Maybe Warner Bros. has some other LEGO ideas they're trying to get off the ground. We just hope the studio doesn't ruin what was great about the first film with all these LEGO spin-offs
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Am I the only one around here who thinks The Lego Movie is hugely overrated?
Tuomas Lassila on Aug 7, 2014
Yeah I think you are. Lego movie is almost universally adored.
ion677 on Aug 9, 2014
Right. It wasn't horrible, but it had many things that ruined the movie for me. But I do have faith in Ninjago since I love the TV show 😀
Tuomas Lassila on Aug 11, 2014
I'd take more Harry Potter spinoffs too, in different styles. While they (books or movies) had certain faults to certain people, I think one of their strengths was that the imagined world was pretty impressive, and not only the established lore, but the potential lore. There could be a million great stories to write into small film series' or whatever else. This one might be a good start.
OfficialJab on Aug 7, 2014
I want a house elves film. Make it super dramatic like THE COLOR PURPLE.
DAVIDPD on Aug 7, 2014
The ninjago movies sounds awful. But I know today's kids love that shit like cotton candy.


Cinco de Linko
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The countdown to the draft lottery is now under 2 weeks. Yes, you guessed it folks, just 13 days until we officially find out that John Wall will become the newest member of our most awesomest team on the planet! As Jordan posted earlier, it looks like Jrue Holiday will be the representative at the lottery. Get the cameraman ready, because as John pointed out there will be an epic opportunity to catch Jrue's reaction if the Sixers do receive the coveted number 1 spot.
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"These opportunities are pretty cool," he told Portland's Oregonian, "but at the same time I try to approach them as I do coaching; never get too high or never get too low. Because I'm still a Blazer, and I'm preparing myself for whatever ways I can help this organization get better."
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Snider believes the growing lack of interest is more a result of the product being offered. The Sixers have had a total of 10 sellouts in the last four seasons (add one for the nostalgia game last season at the Spectrum).
"This year we took a giant step backward [with the Sixers]," Snider said. "I'm evaluating why, and I'm not through evaluating. We'll work our butts off to turn it around. We feel we have the ingredients [to be better]. We don't feel as if it's hopeless."
Brian at 'Depressed Fan' Makes a Case for Multi-Positional Players
The next time you take a look at the draft, keep in mind the multi-dimensional players on the teams who are still playing meaningful basketball. In today's NBA, especially when you're talking about a lottery pick, I don't think you can simply ask "Can this guy play the position in the NBA," you have to look for the guys who can play that position and more. A small forward who can rebound. A PF who blocks shots. A SG who can guard threes. Extreme specialization is dying a slow death.
On the defensive end, they (Iguodala and Holiday) can cover multiple positions and do it well. They both rebound very well for their positions. Iguodala can handle the ball and distribute like a PG when it's needed. I'm not sure anyone else on the roster is really versatile.
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It got so bad that the Rum Barrel brought down the Sixers banner — owner's decision. "I don't even hang the flag out. It's embarrassing," Croce said during a recent interview. "The place is packed with Philly fans. We're proud of our sports teams. And the saddest thing is the complacency (about the Sixers). No one cares."
"It's tough to watch in two ways," Croce said. "First, as a fan, you're angry. And as far as someone who worked to resurrect the brand, you're nauseous." "We were relevant. There were people getting Sixers tattoos, hanging flags. Now people don't want anything to do with the team."
Completely Un-Sixer-Related News of the Day: Kobe and His Odd Photos Sneak Into Others (Including "The Wire")
My favorites from this slideshow: Kobe as Brother Mouzone, Kobe as Stanley Ipkiss aka The Mask, and Kobe as Clayton Bigsby.


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Art History at the Movies: Modigliani
Amedeo Modigliani [Public domain]
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Profile courtesy of the Albert R. Knox Gallery.
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The plot itself revolves around the relationship between Amedeo Modigliani (Andy Garcia) and his main model Jeanne Hebuterne (Elsa Zylberstein). I love how when she first encounters him, his ability to control dogs charms her. That love does not last long. Afterwards, the movie turns Modigliani turns into the cliché of the self-destructive artist cad who has relations with other women, and drowns himself in drink despite warnings that it could kill him. Jeanne turns into a cliché herself as the woman who sacrifices whatever artistic talent she has to promote a man with no business sense and jerks her around.
Another odd note, this movie seemed to think that Modigliani had a rivalry with Pablo Picasso (Omid Djalili). It claims that the rivalry went so deep, Picasso pulled a gun on the Italian artist. However, I am reading up on Modigliani's life, and I see no mention of a rivalry between the two. The Albert R. Knox profile has one mention of Picasso, and he praised Modigliani. This article from the Independent discusses the friendship between the pair, the article shows no bad blood, just two people drifting apart the way friends do. In John Richardson's biography A Life of Picasso: The Triumphant Years, 1917-1932, I found two mentions of Modigliani via the book's index. The first instance involves Picasso taking a Modigliani painting and creating his own work over it. (1) The second one only talks about Modigliani and his relationships with the art business of Paris. (2) By the way, the whole French art scene Modigliani interacts with in the film felt heavily tacked on and forced (Gertrude Stein and Diego Rivera make appearances). They do not even show Modigliani's real circle of friends.
As a whole, the story does not make for the tightest of plots. Modigliani's supporting friends and hallucinations felt so forgettable and forced, I ended not caring about any of them. Even when Jeanne committed suicide while pregnant with Amedeo's second child after Modigliani's death, acts that left their first child an orphan. In fact, Jeanne and Modigliani only proved her anti-Semitic father right when he talked about unfit the two act as parents. Yes, the movie portrayed an anti-Semite as the reasonable one. Furthermore, the movie's use of antisemitism and Modigliani's Jewish heritage comes and goes, but the impact ends up meaningless in the long run. On that, during the scene when Italian authorities kick out Modigliani's family, one anti-Semite looked wholly lifted from Raiders of the Lost Ark. On the hallucinations, they seem to come from the movie's attempt at Surrealism. Furthermore, the painter has this child who follows him around and gives him advice. Except this movie can't decide if he exists only in Modigliani's head or in real life.
Also, why the use of a modern version of Ave Maria that comes out of nowhere when Modigliani, Chaim Soutine, André Derain (?), and Picasso paint? The song just throws a person out of the atmosphere the movie creates.
Though I have to admit, watching them paint and create and the look of ecstasy on their faces make for entertaining cinema. The actors do well capturing the raw pleasure that comes out of making art. Though I do feel sympathetic for the women who must have ended up sore after staying in one place for so long.
Furthermore on the actors, Andy Garcia created a delightful Modigliani, all charming and funny, but sleazy and idiotic at the same time. On the actress playing Jeanne, she does resemble a Modigliani woman, as the New York Times article I added a link at the bottom notes.
On a final note, I heard that this film has a disclaimer (did not see it while watching this on Netflix Instant) admitting that the story exaggerates a lot, and it shows. While I do not mind some fudging, but could they have made it a little less trite and forced? ETA: And without the Picasso rivalry subplot? Where did they find that? If one reads up on the real Modigliani, it reveals how the director and screenwriters did not really find him all that interesting.
Disturbing.
Artist at Work: Modigliani paints Jeanne and others throughout the movie. We also see other artists such as Petrillo, Pablo Picasso, and Chaim Soutine working.
This New York Times review also encapsulates everything that went wrong with this film
1. John Richardson, A Life of Picasso: The Triumphant Years, 1917-1932 (Alfred A. Knopf: New York) 2007, 74.
2. Ibid., 132.
ETA: Ugh, still not satisfied with this.
ETA: I rewrote this after someone expressed disappointment in this review.
ETA: Added a new link.
Update 1-4-2016: Clarified a sentence to elaborate how I found my information.
Jeanne Hebuterne
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Yeah, I love that they included Petrillo — another great artist. Such a nice touch.
(Also great that you were able to use that profile from the Albert R. Knox Gallery.)
I'm also happy to have that profile as a part of my review as well. Thank you for writing!
botticelliswomen says:
I own this film on DVD because I love Modigliani. Though, I agree with several of your points. There were storylines that felt forced and dramas created that seemed unnecessary. I think it could've been more truthful and still dramatic. But aside from the fact that Modigliani's work can be further celebrated (he didn't have a dealer or heirs to puff up his notoriety like Picasso), I really appreciated Andy Garcia's portrayal of Amedeo. I thought he was able, when the film allowed, to capture the playfulness of 'Modi' and especially in his movement. It looked the way I felt he would move.
Thank you for the post. I agree that Andy Garcia did well with what was given him.
Jenny E says:
During the competition scene, one of the entries was a painting of a girl in a birdcage. Does anyone know who the artist was, and the name of the piece? Thanks!
I am not sure myself, but if anyone knows, leave a comment.
Art History Apps | Art History Ramblings says:
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On India's invisible entrepreneurs
March 1, 2021 March 4, 2021 Sanjana 0 Comment Research and Impact lead, research and impact
Ria Dutta and Sharon Buteau of LEAD at Krea University share insights on the barriers faced by women entrepreneurs in India's handloom and handicrafts sectors. The piece, published in AVPN Asia, delves into the existing ecosystem for women entrepreneurship and solutions to empower women entrepreneurs. Read the article here.
Addressing the unpaid childcare crisis for women and girls
February 16, 2021 February 24, 2021 Sanjana 0 Comment Action Station iwwage, lead
The learning session on 'Addressing the unpaid childcare crisis for women and girls: How can we build better after COVID-19?' held in December last year, as part of the learning series started by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, aimed at fostering learning, exchanging ideas and establishing connections across partners working on evidence, advocacy, policies, and interventions related to COVID-19's social and economic impacts on women and girls. As part of the larger mandate, Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, the International Development Research Centre (IDRC), and IWWAGE at LEAD are collaborating to undertake an evidence review of the current childcare crisis and the road for post-COVID recovery and resilience. A paper is underway outlining the different pathways in which COVID-19 is impacting women's care burden, with recommendations for policy solutions and measures that could be explored in different contexts by governments, the private sector, and other key development actors, with a focus on low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).
AVPN SAICF 21: Reimagining India's Social Protection Architecture
February 16, 2021 February 24, 2021 Sanjana 0 Comment Action Station ifmr lead, lead
LEAD at Krea University hosted a session "Re-building a dynamic and durable blueprint for India's Social Protection Architecture" at AVPN Asia's South Asia Impact Capital Festival. The panel featured Executive Director Sharon Buteau and Soumya Kapoor Mehta (Head – Initiative for What Works to Advance Women and Girls in the Economy), and was moderated by Vivek Bhandari (Visiting Professor of History, Krea University). The discussion revolved around reimagining India's social protection architecture in the new normal, using emerging design elements that are research, data, and systems driven.
#WERiseTwitterChat – Enabling women entrepreneurship in India
November 30, 2020 December 17, 2020 Sanjana 0 Comment Action Station krea university, lead
On the occasion of Women's Entrepreneurship Day (November 19), LEAD at Krea University and IWWAGE hosted a Twitter chat to explore strategies for enhancing women's participation in entrepreneurial activity and strengthening enterprise resilience. The chat explored strategies for addressing restrictive social norms that influence women's participation in aspirations for entrepreneurship, improving skilling programs, and building business acumen, enabling meaningful access to technology and markets. Participants also discussed strategies for collecting better-disaggregated data and integrating a gender lens in entrepreneurship development programs and policies. Read the highlights in this blog.
IWWAGE launches 'Gender in Focus' Magazine
August 14, 2020 September 2, 2020 Lekshmi Gopinathan 0 Comment Research and Impact, Uncategorized iwwage, lead, research, research magazine, social impact
IWWAGE, an initiative of LEAD at Krea University, launched the first edition of its quarterly Magazine, Gender in Focus. The digital magazine showcases IWWAGE's work in the intervention, research and advocacy space around key issues emerging as challenges for women's economic empowerment in India. Gender in Focus presents a teaser of some of the work that IWWAGE is involved in, to address some of these challenges and in capturing best practices.
The inaugural issue brought voices from the field based on open-ended discussions held with our partner civil society organisations in four states, on how women and their groups have been affected by the pandemic and the lockdown. In addition, the issue provides snapshots of webinars conducted around the theme of COVID-19 and its impacts on women in different domains, and presents a new series of policy notes, to provide timely and actionable recommendations so that policies or programmes announced by governments help build not only a more resilient, but a gender responsive world post COVID. Besides the emphasis on COVID, this Gender in Focus issue presents summaries of the other exciting work that IWWAGE has been engaged in, such as, unpacking state-wise trends in labour force participation in India, the sectors that women work in and wage gaps; a new policy and programme series (also at the state level) to map what programmes exist and are targeted at women, and their effectiveness; women's engagement with the gig economy and the precariousness they face while engaging with such platforms; and digital solutions that IWWAGE is working on with its tech partners in helping women gain information about their rights and entitlements. Gender in Focus can be downloaded from the website with this link- Gender in Focus.


June 27, 2016 Food 2016	No Comments
Farmers in Alberta use a wide range of best management practices (BMPs) to complete each growing season successfully. Starting with preparations prior to seeding and working through harvest time, farmers have many ways to get from A to B as efficiently as possible.
Agriculture is vital to every human on Earth. It is the industry that produces the food we eat every day, providing nourishment to the planet's population of more than seven billion people—a figure that increases by 225,000 people each day. It should come as no surprise, then, that in every corner of the globe there are farmers.
In today's supermarkets, the contents of the fresh produce section can transport you—and your palate—around the world and through the seasons. For Canadians in particular, it can be easy to take for granted the fact that we have access to warm-weather fare like tomatoes on the vine, avocados and blueberries even when it's -25°C outside and the ground is covered by two feet of snow. However, it wasn't always this way.e, avocados and blueberries even when it's -25°C outside and the ground is covered by two feet of snow. However, it wasn't always this way.
GROCERY STORE AT YOUR DOOR
Krista Ewert was first inspired to try a grocery delivery service when her first child was born. "The idea of going to the grocery store with a baby was not appealing to me," she said. "So I started ordering from SPUD.ca."
If you ask a random person in a grocery store whether he's thought about the farmer who grew the ingredients for the loaf of bread in his hands, you'll likely get a "no." Ask that same consumer what he thinks of gluten, GMOs or Roundup, and you might end up having a conversation about all that's wrong with food production these days.
PAY DIRT
You might just think of it as dirt, or you might not think about it at all. But in the agricultural industry, soil takes on a very different meaning—as one of the building blocks for all the life on Earth.
Growing a successful crop is the perennial goal of a farmer. However, that's just one small step in the bigger puzzle of turning a profit. Freight costs—namely trucking and rail—are a fact of life for farmers, the same way farmers must always contend with the weather. Farmers deliver grain to a rural drop-off, then that grain is moved by rail to a port, where it is loaded onto a vessel. Where it goes from there will require a passport.
THE BUSINESS OF FARMING MADE FUN
Food and farming go hand in hand, but in the urbanized 21st century it can be difficult for kids—and even grown-ups—to make the connection. Journey 2050, a farm simulator video game developed by a group of agriculture organizations, helps students in junior and senior high understand the intricacies of producing enough food to sustain a world population that experts predict will swell to nine billion people by 2050.
One says "eat local," the other "eat global"–who's right?
If you are a Calgarian, or have recently lived in the city, people may wonder if you were present when it flooded in 2013. The conversations nowadays almost always lead into the state of the economy and the price of oil. Ironically, while Calgary's troubling times seem to have put the city on the radar, it's also these challenges that unite Calgarians and strengthen their community connections.


Bennett completes hat-trick of stage wins at BinckBank Tour
By Patrick O'Kane
Ireland's Sam Bennett extended his lead at the International Cycling Union Binckbank Tour in Belgium by completing a hat-trick of stage wins in Aalter.
The Bora-Hansgrohe rider made it three wins from three stages on the 166.9 kilometres course with a photo-finish victory.
Bennett is the first rider in the Tour's history to win three stages in a row after pipping Dutch rider Dylan Groenewegen from Jumbo-Visma in the closing metres.
Bennett, Groenwegen and UAE Team Emirates rider Jasper Philipsen of Belgium broke clear of the peleton after a crash at the last turn before speeding through to the finish line.
Russian Viacheslav Kuznetsov of Katusha-Alpecin, Astana rider Laurens De Vreese from Belgium, Roompot-Charles rider Jan-Willem van Schip of The Netherlands and Belgium's Aaron Verwilst of the Sport Vlaanderen–Baloise team broke clear and built a two-minute advantage in the opening 20km.
The peleton caught the escapees with 72km to go before several failed attacks failed to make a mark.
🎥 Interview with @Sammy_Be after his stage win in Aalter in the third stage of the #BinckBankTour. pic.twitter.com/cP1Tpx0rY2
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With 50km of the stage remaining, Katusha-Alpecin rider Harry Tanfield of Britain, CCC Team rider Guillaume Van Keirsbulck of Belgium and compatriot Stijn Steels from Roompot-Charles stole a 20-second gap.
They were caught with just 3.2km left of the stage before a crash split the peleton and allowed Bennett to capitalise.
He crossed the line first in three hours 48min 36sec as Groenwegen and Philipsen finished in the same time.
Bennett's lead over Philipsen in the general classification is 20 seconds, having clocked a total time of 11:16.23.
Philipsen and Groenwegen share a time of 11:16.43.
Tomorrow's fourth stage is 96.2km and starts and finishes in Houffalize.
August 2019: Bennett claims second straight stage win at BinckBank Tour
August 2019: Bennett overcomes heavy rain to win opening stage of BinckBank Tour
August 2019: Strong sprinters set to dominate BinckBank Tour as UCI WorldTour continues in Belgium and Netherlands
August 2019: Sivakov claims Tour de Pologne victory as Mohorič wins final stage
August 2019: Denmark's Vingegaard wins stage six to take overall lead at Tour de Pologne
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Home Sterling weakness
Sterling weakness
GBPEUR Exchange Rate: Week in Review August 21st
The GBP to EUR exchange rate dropped last week as the pair failed to hold onto the new yearly highs. We said in last week's review for the week that the pair, "may have seen an important high this week" and that was the case. The UK economy's GDP that missed the BoE expectations also saw a lower inflation number this week and traders have taken profits on the pound. The GBP to EUR was trading around the 1.1670 level heading into the weekend.
Rate Expectations Cool, Virus Expectations Rise for GBP
The pound versus the euro rate has met another perfect storm at the 1.1800 level this month with profit-taking setting in. Despite a strong GDP number, the 4.84% figure was 0.2% less than the Bank of England's forecast in their most recent rate meeting.
Traders also saw a UK inflation rate that dipped to the bank's 2% target after recent surges and that has taken hopes for an early tightening of policy off the table. The UK saw a stronger employment number on Tuesday, but traders decided to focus on rates and fears of rising virus cases in the UK as Thursday logged over 36,000 cases and 100 fatalities linked to the virus.
This has led to government advisers making gloomy statements about the winter months and traders will be worried that they have the ear of the decision makers in Downing Street.
Euro Boosted by Employment Figures and GDP
The euro was boosted by a confirmation of the 2% GDP performance in the second quarter, with data also showing a boost in employment.
In a separate release the Eurostat statistics office said that employment had grown 0.5% in the April-June period compared to the previous quarter. The figures helped to provide some clarity on the strength of the European economy, and some will be hoping that the gap can be tightened for the pound versus the euro.
European Central Bank chief economist Philip Lane also gave an indication this week that Frankfurt is prepared to stomach higher inflation without raising interest rates.
In a blog post for the European Central Bank (ECB's) website, Lane talked of the bank's recent changes to its inflation target, where he said the ECB will only tighten policy by reducing stimulus or raising rates if there is strong evidence inflation will hit and stay at 2%
"Reaching the inflation target should be lasting and not just be the result of short-lived forces that lead to one-time increases in prices that are unlikely to lead to persistently higher year-over-year inflation," he said.
The ECB is following other central banks by seeking to push the chances of rate hikes further out to 2023 as traders try to bring them forward into 2022.
The GBP to EUR rate is now likely to move lower and look for support, but another rise in virus cases is threatening to stall the recovery for now and that is causing a pullback.
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Pound to Euro exchange rate forecast: Sterling rates continue to suffer from Brexit uncertainty
GBP/EUR exchange rates continue to suffer due to Brexit Uncertainty
The pound to euro rate has hit a 23 month low this week. This can largely attributed to the higher probability of a no deal. The more likely a no deal is the potential outcome of Brexit the weaker you would expect sterling to become.
Boris will now have difficulty passing through any changes in legislation as the Conservatives lost to the Lib Dems in the Brecon and Radnorshire by-election. Boris now only has the majority by one seat.
Boris ramps up preparations for No Deal Brexit
The new PM stated recently that he would be 'turbocharging' preparations for a no deal which caused further weakness for sterling. His attempt to use a no deal as ammunition to gain a more favourable deal is a dangerous one and he is adamant the UK will leave with or without a deal. Brussels stance has remained the same, there will be no concessions made to the deal currently on the table. It is not in Brussels best interest to offer the UK a favourable deal, they are trying to avoid a domino effect where other countries would follow suit. Italy for example are currently in huge debt, it now surpasses their GDP. The EU has threatened to impose a €3bn fine which will not sit well with Rome.
The time scale for Brexit does not bode well for sterling. Parliament is currently in recess until 3rd September leaving less than two months to find a Brexit resolution. Keep in mind Theresa May failed to get Brussels to budge in two and a half years. There are also rumours circulating that there could be a general election which would only create more political uncertainty and has the potential to cause further falls for sterling.
Poor Eurozone economic data
The euro is struggling with very poor economic data and inflation still remains a major concern. Mario Draghi, the President of the European Central Bank (ECB) has stated he will be willing to change monetary policy in order to stimulate growth which did cause weakness against the majority of major currencies. The problems with the UK however do seem to outweigh the problems in the Eurozone at present.
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Sterling continues to slide against the Euro: Will the Pound fall below 1.10?
Daniel Wright
The pound to euro rate is now on a 10 week losing streak as the markets await the result of the Conservative party leadership contest and the next movements once the UK has a new Prime Minister in place.
No Deal Brexit: Is it a likely to happen?
With the chance of a 'no deal' Brexit seemingly increasing over the past few weeks the pound really has started to struggle against all major currencies, most notably hitting a 27 month low against the dollar and closing in on a year low against the euro. The problem is at present that there is no glimmer of light at the end of the tunnel, once a new PM is in place MP's are due to head off to summer recess, so it is unlikely that we will see any major progress in the short term.
No progress heightens the chance of no deal as we head closer and closer to the deadline on October 31st and no deal is on the horizon, companies are starting to hold back from any vast expenditure, the property market is stagnant and the whole of the UK is pretty much slowing down until there are any firm plans in place.
Will Pound to Euro rates drop below 1.10?
With this in mind it is no surprise that the pound is struggling, investors and speculators alike are staying away from sterling and many analysts believe that we may see this poor run of form continue due to the various reasons above.
I personally would not be surprised to see sterling euro exchange rates drop below 1.10 in the coming days, so if you are looking to buy euros in the near future it is sensible to consider all of the options available to you.
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Pound to US Dollar forecast: Will Sterling continue its decline against the USD?
Dayle Littlejohn
For clients that are selling US dollars to buy sterling, current exchange rates are fantastic in comparison to the last 10 years. As its been heavily documented in recent articles, the pound to US dollar rate continues to devalue due to the ongoing Brexit saga and only up until the last couple of months, the US Federal reserve have been hiking interest rates which has strengthened the greenback.
Brexit is an issue that is not going away: EU still unwilling to renegotiate Brexit deal
Looking ahead, quite simply the Brexit problems are not going away. On the 23rd of July we will find out who will take over No10, however my personal opinion is that it's irrelevant. The EU have made it clear they are not prepared to renegotiate and I believe they will stick to this as they know that MPs within the UK will not support a no deal Brexit. In addition, many commentators are suggesting that a snap General election may have to be called and I think this is the most likely option. Therefore for clients that are selling pounds to buy dollars or in fact any foreign currency I don't see the pounds fortune turning anytime soon.
US Federal Reserve likely to cut interest rates
We now know that the Feds cycle of hiking interest rates is over, and in fact they are likely to start cutting interest rates in the upcoming months. US President Donald Trump has been putting major pressure on the FED stating that high interest rates are having a negative impact on the US economy, however the data doesn't support it. Unemployment remains at record lows and jobs are being created, however there is a need to lift inflation and that's why I think an interest rate cut may occur at the end of the month and once more this year.
When a central bank cuts interest rates the currency tends to devalue. Therefore, for clients that are buying US dollars there is an argument to suggest holding off until the interest rate decision at the end of the month, however you will also in that timescale find out who the next PM is which could cause fluctuations. for clients that are selling US dollars short term, exchange rates are fantastic therefore formulating a plan seems sensible. If you are buying or selling US dollars and would like assistance with currency exchange, feel free to fill in the form below.
Pound to US Dollar forecast: Best time in 2 years to sell US Dollars for Pounds
Jonathan Watson
Pound to US Dollar exchange rate: Investors back the US Dollar
The US dollar has been in the ascendancy lately, as investors back the currency against all others. This is especially true of the US dollar against sterling, as the British currency suffers under Brexit uncertainties. GBP/USD levels had dipped into the 1.25's but have staged a late recovery back over 1.25 in the day, as Jerome Powell, the US Federal Reserve Chairman, lines up the possibility of further interest rate cuts. GBP/USD levels still remain in the territory of the best time in 2 years to sell US dollars for pounds, what can we expect next?
Fed interest rate cut looks to further support strong US economy: Will USD rates continue to rise?
On the US currency side, it might be fair to say that cutting interest rates will weaken the currency, and the possibility of such a trend has been loosely re-established this afternoon, following the Jerome Powell's comments. However, one of the reasons the US dollar has risen so much is that investors have embraced the cuts to the extent that, by cutting interest rates, the US is positioning itself to keep its economy strong and growing in the future. Recent jobs data for the US showed strong employment data which is further supportive of the economy and with the Fed now appearing inclined to cut on the 31st July, when they next meet, the economy should remain resilient and the currency strong.
US interest rates are still the highest of the world's leading economies which will I am sure provide confidence for investors to keep backing the US dollar for a higher return on their investments. The future looks like it will prove beneficial for the US currency even with interest rate cuts ahead. Recent uncertainty over the US trade wars with China have even gently subsided, as investors have reasons to be optimistic over the more immediate outlook.
Brexit uncertainties remain: Sterling weakness likely to continue
On the British side, Brexit uncertainties look set to remain which will only keep pressure on the pound. Sterling is unlikely to be rising dramatically until there is some kind of clarity on Brexit which does not appear forthcoming. Having said that, the upcoming Conservative leadership race could provide further confidence for sterling but ultimately, the prospect of no-deal has probably risen as both Hunt and Boris are openly backing a no-deal option, something which has been closely associated with sterling weakness.
GBP/USD levels could now remain anchored in the 1.20's according to some commentators, including Lee Hardman of MUFG, a Japanese Bank, who said in the FT yesterday that the recent fall below 1.25 could open the door to the 1.20 level.
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Pound to Euro exchange rates: Will GBP/EUR rates fall again as Brexit uncertainty increases?
Matthew Vassallo
Pound to Euro rates struggle
GBP/EUR rates have fallen to a low of 1.1121 today, with the pound struggling to make any inroads against the EUR so far this week. In truth, GBP/EUR have remained extremely rangebound over the past couple of weeks, with no clear trend being defined following the pound's downturn last month.
With Boris Johnson now the overwhelming favourite to take up the position in number 10 when the final results are in on July 22, it will be interesting to see how the markets react to his pending appointment. With the PM's Brexit mandate likely to take centre stage, whoever takes up the mantel will be tasked with trying to break the current stalemate in parliament.
This will be essential if the UK has a realistic hope of leaving the EU with a deal by the revised deadline of October 31st, a scenario which would ultimately remove a no deal Brexit outcome.
No Deal threat: How could this influence Pound to Euro exchange rates?
Historically, the threat of no-deal has proved to be of detriment to sterling. If we do see a deal agreed then the pound may have more of a chance to recover some of its losses, but how far it can go is certainly up for debate.
However, the flip side to this is that Boris Johnson has been the most vocal of the candidates when it comes to the UK leaving the EU with no-deal. Chancellor Philip Hammond stated that the UK could lose up to 90 billion from its economy each year if the UK does leave without an agreement, a figure which will likely cause a huge amount of concern amongst investors.
The current uncertainty is unlikely to lend itself to a boost in confidence for the pound vs the euro in the short-term and despite the on-going economic issues inside the Eurozone, investors currently seem to be viewing the UK's predicament as the more concerning.
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Pound to euro predictions: Forecast for the remainder of 2019
Over the last 8 weeks, pound to euro exchange rates have dropped 5%. To put this into monetary value a €250,000 purchase now costs an additional £11,450. The pound has declined in value due to the chances of a no deal Brexit increasing. As it's been highlighted over all media stations, front runner Boris Johnson has made it clear that the UK will be leaving the EU with or without a deal at the end of October.
New UK Prime Minister to be announced on 23rd July
This month the 160,000 Tory members will vote to decide who they want to be the next Prime Minister and the verdict will be announced on the 23rd July. If the polls are correct and Boris takes over at No. 10, the chances of crashing out of the EU without a deal increases, therefore I expect the pound to face further pressure against the euro. However if Jeremy Hunt manages to beat the odds and win, the pound could recover some of the losses it has seen over the last 8 weeks.
Pound to euro predictions for 2019
To forecast Pound to euro rates for the remainder of the year, I am predicting that Boris will become the next Prime Minster. Therefore throughout August we will find out more in regards to how the former Mayor of London wishes to proceed.
Regardless of who takes over, the EU's position I believe will remain clear and the withdrawal agreement will not be changed. Therefore this could put further pressure on the pound. However come the end of October, I don't believe the UK will crash out of the EU without a deal as MPs within the House of Commons will find a way of blocking it. In fact, the most likely option I believe will be a snap General election which Boris Johnson himself calls.
For clients that are buying euros, an uncertain time ahead is on the horizon. Therefore, if you buying property in Europe or have to pay a company invoice, buying euros upfront I believe is your best option. For clients selling euros to buy pounds, you are in a fantastic position. Exchange rates have dropped 5% in 8 weeks and uncertain times lay ahead. If I was in your position I would outline your requirements by filling in the form below, this will send your message directly to me and I will keep you up to date as developments unfold.
Pound to US Dollar predictions: Will the pound fall further against the dollar?
The pound has had a torrid time against the US dollar for the last 4 months. GBP/USD (cable) mid market exchange rates have dropped approximately 5.5%. To put this into monetary value a $250,000 purchase is now just under £11,000 more expensive.
Brexit continues to hamper Sterling
It's been heavily documented in previous articles and mainstream media around the globe, the on going Brexit saga is having a major impact on the value of the pound. Bookmakers are predicting that Brexiteer Boris Johnson will be taking over the Conservative Party and as we know, the former Mayor of London's approach will be extremely different to outgoing Prime Minister Theresa May. The closer we get to the end of October and a deal not being in place, I expect the pound could lose further value.
Positive US China trade talks offer more support to the US Dollar
Last weekend Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping of the USA and China met at the G20 summit and reports are suggesting the talks went well. Mr Trump has announced that talks will begin once more to bring the ongoing trade war to an end, but he did confirm this wouldn't be rushed. In regards to exchange rates, if the leaders of the two largest economies can reach an agreement sure this is a good thing for the US dollar.
Fed interest rate decision this month: How could these affect Pound to US Dollar rates?
Looking further ahead the major talking point this month will be the US interest rate decision at the end of the month. Mr Trump has made it clear that he believes the strong US dollar is having a major impact on the US economy therefore he wants the Federal reserve to cut interest rates. He even went on to say that he believes President Mario Draghi of the ECB should take over the federal reserve. It looks like the Fed will cut by 25 bps and this may be priced in before the event. However if a surprise cut of 50 bps materalises this could weaken the dollar dramatically.
In regards to the UK, the Tory leadership contest is the major talking point. The 160,000 Conservative MPs will vote on who they want to be the next PM. With the pounds fall in value over the last 6 weeks, I believe the market has priced in a Boris victory. However if Jeremy Hunt wins this could have a positive impact on the pounds value as he's not keen on crashing out of the EU without a deal. If you would like to keep up to date on factors influencing GBP/USD exchange rates, or have an upcoming currency transfer, you can contact me directly using the form below.
Pound Sterling exchange rates remain flat with minimal economic data or Brexit news to feed from
So far this week we have not seen a huge amount of volatility for Pound Sterling exchange rates, if anything, against the Euro the Pound dropped ever so slightly.
News released this morning indicates that Mark Carney, Governor of the Bank of England is set to potentially take over the helm at the IMF (International Monetary Fund). This no great surprise as he is due to leave at the start of 2020. He had already agreed to remain longer than his original post was due to end to help steer the UK through the choppy Brexit waters. Hopefully whichever way that the Brexit situation ends up, something will be resolved before his departure.
Pound Sterling exchange rates: Brexit uncertainty continue to hamper the Pound
On the Brexit front we still have no new news and it is not a great surprise that the Pound is struggling as political and economic uncertainty can historically be damaging for a currency. Brexit brings both to the table. With no clear ending in sight it is hard to see any dramatic improvement in Sterling exchange rates in the near future.
Economic data for next week
Economic data is reasonably quiet for the rest of the week, on Wednesday of next week we do have a blockbuster of a day in terms of economic data, with industrial and manufacturing production, growth and trade balance figures all due in the morning, and the NIESR (National Institute of Social and Economic Research) growth estimates due out in the afternoon.
European economic data is very thin on the ground over the course of next week so it will be more likely that political news will impact the value of Euro exchange rates unless any economic surprises pop up.
On that front there is the potential for a number of economies within the Eurozone to hit the headlines as many are struggling. However, with Brexit still being the star of the media show a lot of these issues are being overlooked.
All in all it is a tricky period to predict exchange rates and it does look like rates may remain fairly range bound over the coming days. Having worked in the markets for nearly a dozen years surprises can happen so it is always key to keep an eye on the exchange rates on a regular basis.
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Pound to Dollar forecast: Sterling continues to decline against the US Dollar
Over the past week the Pound has lost over 1.5% against the Dollar with the pairing witnessing political uncertainty and poor economic for the UK and positive news on trade talks between the US and China.
Pound Sterling forecast: The Pound's value continues to drop
The Pound's value has fallen across the board in the past few weeks as investors and speculators alike avoid Sterling until there is a much clearer path and picture ahead. It is quite understandable that Sterling is dropping. Although it does look likely that Boris Johnson will be taking the reins we still do not now what the plan is and how Brexit may work out.
The chance of a 'no deal' Brexit is ever so slightly increasing as we head closer to the next deadline of October 31st and this is giving the markets the jitters once more.
Economic data has been fairy poor as well over the last few weeks as much of the country appears to be holding back and waiting to see what happens with Brexit. This is leading to fewer business decisions being made, businesses and individuals taking precautions and the housing market and retail sector slowing.
Positivity for the US / China trade deal helps the Dollar
If you look at the US and the Dollar, Donald Trump's progress with a possible trade deal with China has been taken positively by the market and the US economy is still performing reasonably well, although overall growth has slowed a little.
There had been talks of a possible interest rate cut in recent times which had weakened the Dollar a little. One of the key factors and economic data releases that may impact that decision is Non Farm payroll data which is released on Friday afternoon.
This measures the number of people in non-agricultural employment in the US and can be a good measure of economic performance. Analysts can predict this figure incorrectly so the market often moves quite quickly to correct itself, this can cause Dollar volatility.
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GIRLS BASKETBALL: LOWER CAPE MAY AND WILDWOOD CATHOLIC WIN
Cape May County, Local NewsBy 98.7 The Coast March 1, 2016
It was a great Tuesday for local teams. Lower Cape May Regional girls won a home game in the Group 2 State Basketball Tournament. The Lady Caper Tigers came away with a 58 to 45 victory on Tuesday night and will visit Cinnaminson on Thursday night. Cinnaminson is the top seed in the group and…
THIS WINTER WAS MUCH WARMER THAN AVERAGE
Local NewsBy 98.7 The Coast March 1, 2016
This winter has certainly been a warm one and it has been much higher than average. The National Weather Service notes that Atlantic City has averaged 5.6 degrees higher this year than average. This winter season averaged 40.7 degrees. The last time it was warmer was in the winter season of 2011-2012. They used the…
DRIVER MISSES RED LIGHT, CAUSES MULTI-VEHICLE ACCIDENT
Atlantic County, Egg Harbor Township, Local NewsBy 98.7 The Coast March 1, 2016
A multi-vehicle accident took place in Egg Harbor Township on Tuesday morning. The incident happened at English Creek Ave. and the Black Horse Pike. Anthony Linda disregarded a red light and struck a vehicle driven by Jason Michaelson and another vehicle operated by Peter Huizar. The impact also caused two other vehicles to become involved…
BODY FOUND IN SHAWCREST FIRE IDENTIFIED
The identity of the body that was found in a fire in Shawcrest has been released. The Cape May County Prosecutor's Office announced that Samuel L. Mathues, was the body found inside the Shawcrest Mobile Home Park on Feb. 22. The cause and manner of death still remain under investigation. Authorities were called to the…
BURGLARY SUSPECT ARRESTED BY HAMILTON TOWNSHIP POLICE
Atlantic County, Local NewsBy 98.7 The Coast March 1, 2016
A Vineland man was arrested for residential burglaries in Hamilton Township. Police there say they took Christopher Meredith into custody on Monday. The burglary in question took place on the 300 block of 3rd Ave. He was charged with burglary, theft, criminal mischief, and possession of burglary tools. Bail was set at $25,000.
LAWMAKERS BEGIN PROCESS OF ELIMINATING ESTATE TAX
A first step was taken in eliminating the estate tax. Two bills were passed in a state Senate committee on Monday which would get rid of the estate tax and make other changes to allow people more retirement savings. Democrats are hopefully that they will trade this tax cut with raising the gas tax to…
NEWSPAPER APOLOGIZES FOR ENDORSING CHRISTIE IN NEW HAMPSHIRE PRIMARY
"We were wrong." This was the message of a major newspaper in New Hampshire that endorsed Gov. Chris Christie for president. The New Hampshire Union Leader apologized to its readers after Christie announced his endorsement of Donald Trump. The paper endorsed Christie back in Nov. The paper said Christie told the paper he would never…
WOMAN CHARGED WITH SIGNIFICANT HEROIN POSSESSION
A woman with 1,000 wax folds of heroin was arrested in Ocean County. Police there say they took Lisa Noumair, of Toms River into custody. Bail was set at $100,000. She was charged with possession of heroin with the intent to distribute. Authorities say they conducted an investigation into heroin distribution in Toms River.
FALLEN HEROES PLUNGE RAISES $50K FOR FAMILIES OF FALLEN OFFICERS
Cape May County, Local News, North WildwoodBy 98.7 The Coast February 29, 2016
A big turnout and a big sum of money came out of the Fallen Heroes Polar Plunge in North Wildwood. Organizer Dennis Dool tells Coastal Broadcasting that the plunge raised $50,000 for the families of fallen police officers in Philadelphia. In total, roughly 1000 people came out of to the plunge. Besides the plunge, money…
U.S. SUPREME COURT WILL NOT RULE ON STATE'S PENSION FIGHT
Local NewsBy 98.7 The Coast February 29, 2016
Gov. Chris Christie got a big win on Monday when the U.S. Supreme Court opted to not intervene in a messy pension fight in the Garden State. The decision leaves in place a New Jersey Supreme Court ruling that said Christie was not obligated to make the pension payments that were scheduled. Union leaders claimed…
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A Shi'ite Creed
Tract on The Beliefs of The Shi'a Imamiya
The Belief of The Imamiya Concerning Tawhid
Attributes Of (His) Essence And Of (His) Actions
Belief Concerning Taklif (Responsibility)
The Belief In Respect Of Human Actions
Regarding the Denial of Both Constraint And Delegation
The Belief Concerning (Allah's) Intention (Irada) And Will (Mashi'a)
Concerning (qada') Destiny And Decree (qadar)
Concerning Man's Original Nature (fitra) And His True Guidance (hidaya)
Belief In The Capacity Of Human Beings (al-istita'a)
Regarding the Source of Creation (mabda' )
Concerning Abstention From Disputation (jadal) And Contention About Allah (mira')
Concerning The Tablet (lawh) And The Pen (qalam)
Regarding The Chair (Kursi)
Concerning The Throne
Concerning Souls (nufus) And Spirits (arwah )
Concerning Death (mawt )
Concerning The Questioning In The Grave
Concerning Resurrection (Raj'a)
Concerning Return (Ba'th) After Death
Concerning The Pond (al-Hawd)
Concerning Intersession (ash-shafa'a)
Concerning The Promise (al-wa`d) And The Threat (al-wa'id)
Concerning What is Written Against The Slave
Concerning Justice (al-'adl)
Concerning Purgatory (al-A'raf)
Concerning The Bridge (as-Sirat)
Passes On the Road to Mahshar
Concerning The Reckoning (al-hisab) And The Scales (al-mawazin)
Concerning The Garden (al-janna) And The Fire (an-nar)
The Manner Of Descent Of Revelation (nuzulu'l-wahy)
Revelation Of The Qur'an In The Night Of Power
The Belief Concerning The Qur'an
Concerning the Extent of The Qur'an
Concerning Prophets Apostles, Imams And Angels
The Number of Prophets And Vicegerents
Concerning Infallibility ('isma)
The Denial Of Excess And Delegation
Belief Concerning Evil Doers
Concerning Dissimulation (Taqiyya)
The Ancestors Of The Prophet
Concerning The Alids ('alawiya)
Concerning Reports Detailed And Summary
Concerning Prohibition And Permission
Concerning The Reports Regarding Medicine
Concerning Two Divergent Traditions
The Belief Concerning (Allah's) Intention (Irada) And Will (Mashi'a1)
Says the Shaykh Abu Ja'far: Our belief concerning this is (based upon) the saying of (Imam Ja'far) as-Sadiq: Allah wills (sha'a) and intends (arada); or He does not like (lam yuhibba) and He does not approve (lam yarda).2
Now by sha'a (He wills) is meant that nothing takes place without His knowledge and arada is synonymous with it; and He does not like (lam yuhibba) it to be said that He is "the third of the three (cf. 5, 77); and He does not approve of disbelief on the part of His slaves. Says Allah the Mighty and Glorious:
"Verily thou (O Muhammad) guidest not whom thou lovest, but Allah guideth whom He will" (Qur'an 28:56).
And He says, Exalted is He:
"And ye will not, unless (it be that) Allah willeth" (Qur'an 76:30; 81:29).
And He says, the Glorious and Mighty:
"And if thy Lord willed, all who are in the earth would have believed together. Wouldst thou (O Muhammad) compel men until they are believers"3 (Qur'an 10:99).
And He says, Glorious and Mighty is He:
"And it is not for any soul to believe save by the permission of Allah" (Qur'an 10:100).
And as He, the Glorious and Mighty, says:
"No soul can ever die except by Allah's leave and at a term appointed "(Qur'an 3:145).
"And they say, had we any chance in the affair we should not have been slain here. Say (O Muhammad): Even if ye had been in your houses those appointed to be slain would surely have gone forth to the places where they were to lie"4 (Qur'an 3:154).
And as He says:
"If thy Lord willed, they would not do it; so leave them alone with their devising "(Qur'an 6:112).
And He, the most Exalted, says:
"Had Allah willed, they would not have been polytheists" (Qur'an 6:107).
"And if We had willed, We could have given every soul its guidance" (Qur'an 32:13).
"And whomsoever Allah wishes to guide, that man's breast will He open to Islam; but whom He wishes to mislead, strait and narrow will He make his breast, as though he were mounting up to the very Heavens!"5(Qur'an 6: 125).
"It is Allah's desire to assign no portion in the Hereafter" (Qur'an 3:176).
"Allah desires to make the burden light for you" (Qur'an 4:28).
"Allah desireth for you ease; He desireth not hardship for you" (Qur'an 2:185).
"And Allah wishes to turn to you in mercy; but those who follow their lusts desire that ye should go greatly astray" (Qur'an 4:27).
"And Allah desireth no injustice for (His) slaves "(Qur'an 40:31).
This is our belief concerning (Allah's) Intention and (His) Will. Our opponents denounce us for this, and say that according to our belief, Allah intends (that man should commit) crimes and that He desired the murder of Husayn bin 'A1i, on whom both be peace.6
This is not what we believe. But we say that Allah desired that the sin of the sinners should be contradistinguished from the obedience of those that obey, that He desired that sins, viewed as actions, should not be ascribed to Him, but that the knowledge of these sins may be ascribed to Him, even before the commission thereof.7
And we hold that Allah's wish was that the murder of Husayn should be a sin against Him and the opposite of obedience. And we say that Allah intended that his (Husayn's) murder should be prohibited, and something which was not commanded.
And we say that his murder was something that was disliked and not approved;8 and we say that his murder was the cause of Allah's displeasure and it was not the cause of His approval, and that Allah the Mighty and Glorious did not desire to prevent his murder by means of (His) compulsion or power, but merely by prohibition and word. And if He had prohibited it by (His) compulsion and power, even as he prevented it by prohibition and word, surely he would have escaped being murdered, just as Abraham was saved from the fire, when Allah, the most Exalted, said9 to the fire in which he (Abraham) was thrown:
"O fire, be coolness and peace for Abraham" (Qur'an 21:69).
And we say that Allah always knew that Husayn would be killed by force, and by such death, attain everlasting merit, and his murderer, everlasting wretchedness. We hold that what Allah wills; happens; and what He willeth not, will not happen.10 This is our belief regarding Allah's intention and will, and not that which is ascribed to us by our opponents and for which we are reviled by those who hold heretical views.
1. Cp. Affifi, 160. According to Ibnu'l-`Arabi, mashi 'a is the divine commonsense, and is an emanation from God, something like Plotinus' First Intellect; whereas irada is the creative will. The distinction between irada and mashi 'a is, according to Affifi, derived by him from Hallaj.
2. The Imam takes these four expressions and explains and illustrates them one by one.
3. Qur'an 10, 99 is expl. in Tas. (Mur. iii. 22-23)
4. كتاباً مؤجلاً may also be rendered "a fixed ordinance".
5. Expl. in Tas. (Mur. iii. 21 - 22).
6. Referring to the believers in extreme predestination. MC, 81,82, discusses the Mu'tazilite view, which is the same as that held here. See further MC, 143, where the Ash'arite view is fully discussed. The doctrine of al-Qummi does not differ in the main from the neo-Ash'arite.
7. MC, 143,144; BHA, nos. 118 sqq.; FC, nos. 96-89, 95.
8. The clause مستقبحاً غير مستحسناً omitted in D.
9. N قال الله تعالى للنّار التي القى فيها: يا نار كوني .. الخ; D قال الله تعالى للنّار: كوني.. الخ
10. This is again difficult to reconcile. The extreme Sunnite view appears to be that everything was caused and willed by God, either directly or by means of His knowledge. The Mu'tazilites however denied ascription of evil to Allah. And the Ithna `Asharis are close upon this view, BHA, nos. 125, 126. The Isma'ilis do not attribute evil to God, FC, p.72 (top). For a philosophical view, see Affifi, 156 sqq. Fuller discussion, Tawhid, 272 -277.
Uyun Akhbar Ar-Ridha Volume 1
Great Shi'i Works: 'Man la yahduruh al-Faqih' by Al-Saduq
Kamaaluddin wa Tamaamun Ni'ma Vol. 1
Al-Khisal, A Numeric Classification of Traditions on Characteristics
God in Islamic Traditions: A Glance at Al-Tawhid by Shaykh Al-Saduq
Biography of Shaikh Saduq


Anti-Arms Protesters Shut ITT
imc-uk-features | 15.10.2008 10:12 | Smash EDO | Anti-militarism | South Coast
A mass protest against Brighton-based arms manufacturers EDO MBM/ITT took place on 15 October, 2008. Organised by the Smash EDO campaign, the event was called Shut ITT! and was the third such demonstration this year. Last June, Brighton saw the Carnival Against the Arms Trade, organised by Smash EDO too.
As the 400-strong march was prevented by police from reaching the EDO factory, 40 bottles of red paint were thrown over the back fence by a group of protesters who split off. The 'bomb factory' was reportedly shut down for the day. At least 10 people were arrested and some injured from police violence, including a photographer.
Reports: Full timeline | Press releases: 1 | 2 | Photos: 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |5 |6
More: FITwatchers perspective | Message from Smash EDO
Full Timeline
22:00: Houses in Leeds have been searched in connection with the demo. One of the arrestees has been released from custody.
16:45: Snatch squads are being sent in to the North Road kettle. Several de-arrests have been reported. 10 arrests have been confirmed so far. More are anticipated.
16:10: 9 arrests have been confirmed so far. The 'criminal damage' to the EDO factory is said to have been 40 bottles of red paint thrown over the back fence.
16:00: A small group of protesters are 'kettled' by police on North Road, near the Earth and Stars pub. The rest of protesters have 'dispersed'. Earlier, around 15:00, a group tried to break through police lines at the other end of Home Farm Road but were unable to.
15:45: The march has split up. Police are using dogs at the Level to stop people leaving. A group of about 40 is being pursued by cops near St. Peter's church.
15:00: About 60 people are in a police 'kettle' on Lewes Road, moving slowly towards the city centre. There are unconfirmed rumours of some damage to the EDO factory after a group of protesters split off into the woods. Most of them have now left, though, and are near the Level (part of the Valley Gardens area) with a loud sound system.
13:45: The stand-off remains, with the march unable to proceed further up Lewes Road. About half of the protesters have split off and gone into the woods, followed by some 40 cops.
13:15: Some 8 police vans are blocking the Lewes Road in both directions. Police with batons are trying to force the march up Home Farm Road, but the march is refusing to go. Riot police are also out, hitting protesters over the banners and pepper-spraying the crowd. As reported earlier, a Section 14 is in place, stating that any static demo must be at the bottom of Home Farm Road.
12:50: The march, with about 400 people, is now on the A27 heading towards the EDO factory in Moulescoomb. Police have blocked both sides of the road. There are lots of whistles and noise. FIT Watchers are reportedly "very active".
12:30: The march has moved off early due to a number of violent arrests taking place. An estimated 250 protesters are heading down the path towards the A27 road, but people are still arriving.
12:20: More arrests. Police are seizing anyone with a mask on. Cops are now attempting to seize the reinforced banners.
12:15: One arrest has already been made at the meeting point and police are trying to arrest another person right now. The crowd are attempting to de-arrest him/her. About 80-90 cops are at the meeting point at the moment.
11:50: There are some 15 cops on the Falmer Station side of the University underpass conducting stop-and-search. There are also some 25 cops and several police vans at the meeting-up point. A Section 60 is in place and scarves are being removed. There is also a Section 14 in place, which states that any static demo must be at the bottom of Home Farm Road. Police cars are placed at strategic points in the area, including the bus stop and the university entrance.
11:30: A Forward Intelligence Team (FIT) were seen outside Cowley Club. Minutes later, 8 cops arrived at Falmer station with a FIT team. Another another FIT team was seen outside Moulescoomb primary school on Lewis Road stopping vehicles, but have now left. There is still one police vehicle stationed halfway up the road into Stanner park.
10:30: A few police cars have been spotted near the Brighton railway station and St Peter's church in the Level (part of the Valley Gardens area). The EDO factory in Moulsecoomb is apparently open, but with skeleton staff.
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Brighton i360 Limited
MAIN CONTRACTOR: Hollandia Infra b.v.
ARCHITECT: Marks Barfield Architects
KEY TEAM MEMBER: Pomagalski SAS ("Poma")
KEY TEAM MEMBER: J T Mackley & Co Ltd Foundations substructure and beach building
British Airways i360 is the world's tallest moving observation tower. It carries 200 passengers at a time in a circular glass viewing pod, which rises slowly from beach level to a height of 138m. The tower is 162m high and only 3.9m in diameter (awarded the Guinness Record for the "world's most slender tower"). The tower was delivered by barge directly to the beach and erected by a novel "top down" method without the use of cranes. It features purpose-designed perforated cladding to minimise vortex shedding, and sloshing liquid dampers to limit wind-induced dynamic movements.
Judge's comment:
The steel tower is clad in perforated aluminium Expamet sheet, which cleverly reduces the wind forces on the tower, allowing it to be so slender. To help still further in resisting any dynamic movements when the wind is blowing, the tower has another trick up its sleeve. It hides 78 containers on the inside of the tower, each filled with Australian water, positioned perfectly to help resist movements which the tower might otherwise want to make under wind gusting.
Another innovation lies in the manner in which the tower was constructed. It comprises 17 'cans', each weighing between 50 and 100 tonnes, which were jacked up one by one in a top-down method of construction by using a jacking frame. This avoided the use of unfeasibly large cranes, and ensured that all construction occurred safely at ground level. And you'll be happy to know that over 60% of the energy used to lift the pod each time is recovered on its descent. A remarkable feat of engineering.


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