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When it comes to playing the fundamentals in a recovery, it starts with the transports, and nothing defines domestic transport than a company that specializes in trains and train parts, notes Jack Adamo in Insiders Plus.
Gimme a brake. Or at least a brake company.
Specifically, one from Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corporation (WAB). Wabtec, as it calls itself nowadays, provides products and services for the freight rail and passenger transit industries worldwide. The Freight Group builds, rebuilds and services freight locomotives and freight cars, and supplies railway electronics and railway signal equipment.
The Transit Group manufactures, rebuilds, and services commuter locomotives, subway cars, and buses. Many Wabtec products are very high tech electronic systems used in various safety applications, including such things as GPS tracking of trains and buses. The company was founded in 1869.
In case you're an art lover like me, let's start this story with a beautiful picture.
The stock is up more than seven-fold in the last 10 years, and as you can see by the above masterpiece, there isn't the slightest hint of deterioration on this beautiful canvas. There's no wondering why. Railroads carry 43% of North American inter-city freight. Today's average train carries a ton of freight 400 miles on one gallon of diesel fuel, whereas trucks get 130 ton-miles per gallon.
Coal is the single-largest load factor at about 45% of carloadings in 2011, but intermodal traffic-the movement of trailers and containers by rail in combination with other modes of transportation-has been the railroads' fastest-growing market segment in the past 10 years. At some point intermodal is likely to exceed coal traffic in the US, which is probably in slow secular decline, but that is not the case in Europe, Asia, South America and Australia where coal and freight hauling in general continue to grow. 47% of Wabtec's sales are outside the USA.
While rail traffic is influenced by economic conditions, Wabtec's orders and earnings are less volatile than the economies it serves, since it takes a long, structural decline in economic activity to affect the maintenance and replacement part of the company's business, which represents 57% of sales. What's more, the Asia/Pacific market is now Wabtec's second-largest geographic segment, as well as its fastest growing. It is likely to continue to make up the slack in the Western economies.
One little finishing touch on this beautiful picture is that in 2008, the US enacted a bill that mandates the use of Positive Train Control ("PTC") technology by the end of 2015. This includes on-board locomotive computer and software of which Wabtec is the leading supplier.
A House committee proposed extending this deadline to December 31, 2020, for the sake of smaller railroads with limited funding, but the date to make that change expired December 31, 2012. I can find no news to show that the deadline was extended. It is possible it fell victim to the all the wrangling over fiscal issues. In any case, if enacted, the extension would postpone a relatively small part of the spending for this mandate.
Wabtec's dividend is nominal. The stock is selling for 18-times trailing earnings and industry analysts expect earnings to grow 12% in 2013. At 12% annual growth, the stock would triple in the next 10-years. I can't guarantee that, but I'm very comfortable putting money into this rock-solid long-term investment. Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corp. is a buy up to $94.
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Listening to your music last night was the most soul-provoking experience. Your concert brought tears to my eyes. Thank you so much for sharing your gift of music.
Patricia Paddey, a Canadian freelance journalist wrote:
Trevor’s flying bow stirs hearts and when he creates his music the impact on his audience is profound.
Born in Nigeria of missionary parents, and later growing up on culturally rich Vancouver Island, Trevor benefitted from his musical upbringing in the music soaked city of Nanaimo. At the young age of fifteen, he toured with the National Youth Orchestra of Canada, then went on to study at the University of Toronto under Jascha Milkis and Phil Nimmons. Developing relationships and performing with international musicians are career highlights for Trevor. Trevor’s faith journey is an integral part of who he is as a music artist. From the loss of his father at a young age, to abuse as a teen, to his daily journey with Christ, his story has brought encouragement and strength to many. He is the founder and artistic director of the non-profit charitable music missionary organization, Flyingbow Music Ministry. Along with a steady touring schedule, Trevor maintains a vibrant teaching practice from his studio in Guelph, Ontario where he lives with his wife, Le-Anne and three boys: Kyle, Aaron and Liam.


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An ancient woodland located in the village of Bardsey, between Leeds and Wetherby.
Navigate the twisted tree roots, smell the fresh garlic and see the beautiful bluebells on a Spring afternoon. Climb up the Cragg to get a view of the ancient Pompocali.
Hetchell Woods is a great place to explore with children, walk the dog, or take a moment to yourself in beautiful surroundings.
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Things to Note
Hetchell Wood Nature Reserve has the following on-site or nearby:
- Nearby Food & Drink
- Nearby Parking
- Nearby Shops
- Nearby Toilets
Hetchell woods is an ancient woodland spanning nearly 30 acres and is located 7 miles northeast of Leeds, in the small village of Bardsey. Located along the A58 the nature reserve is accessible from both Leeds and Wetherby and makes for a great day out for families, hikers and dog walkers alike.
Things to Do
Explore and forage in the woods
Explore the woods, stroll between the rustling trees and see what you can spot in the undergrowth. Watch the wildflowers bloom in the spring and summer months. Admire the carpet of bluebells, the beautiful May blossoms and take in the scent of fresh garlic.
In the autumn forage for blackberries, apples, rose hip and chestnuts. Take in the different sights and smells throughout the seasons. Why not collect pine cones, acorns and conkers to make a autumn collage.
Try out the rope swing
Walk along the streams and listen to the water as it trickles through the woods. Have a go at crossing the stream using the rope swing but prepared to get your feet wet (or all of you, if it goes wrong!).
Keep your eyes peeled for birds
Sit down for a coffee, read a book or take in the beauty of nature. Look out over the water and if you’re in luck you may be able to spot a Kingfisher coming to feed in the streams.
Look out for the birdlife, spot kestrel circling through the meadows, red kites gliding through the air and nuthatcher scampering up tree trunks in the sunshine.
Have your walking boots at the ready
The woods are great for walkers of all abilities offering circular walks or varying lengths and difficulties. Put on your best walking shoes as some of the paths can be muddy. Be sure to climb up the grassy bank at the end of the woods to get a great view over the Romans earthworks known as Pompocali from when the area was used as a quarry.
There is the Hetchell Wood Walk that takes in 13.4km or 8.3 miles of woods, linking to Thorner. A great trail for walking, and running at all skill levels. Find the route over at All Trails.
Visiting in autumn? Admire the corn fields from a far. Whilst it may be tempting to go for a wander through, stick to the paths along the side of the field as it is private farm land.
Climbing at Hetchell Woods?
In the woods you will find Hetchell Crag, a gritstone cliff that is great for exploring and popular with climbers. The crag is especially good for stamina. Head over to UK Climbing to find out the different routes available and skill level required.
Hetchell woods is a great place to take the dog for a stroll. With plenty of space to roam and explore the route is sure to tire them out. Please keep dogs on leads when passing through meadows where sheep and cattle are grazing.
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Like many of the wonderful places in Leeds that have become a haven for wildlife, Hetchell Woods and the nearby village of Bardsey has a rich history. Hetchell woods was once a lime quarry with stone extracted for agricultural and building uses. There is evidence to suggest the quarry dates back to the Roman times. The Roman earthworks known as Pompacali can be seen as you reach the end of the woods. Look out and you will see a series of large mounds arranged in two large arcs. Exactly how they came to be there has been a mystery for years.
You will find the historic village of Bardsey nearby which was listed in the Domesday 1086 book. The village is home to All Hallows Church, built in the 9th century and The Bingley Arms, which claims to be the oldest pub in England, dating back to the early 900s. It was used as a safe house for catholic priests and was known as ‘The Priests Inn’. The building has retained many of its historical features, giving a glimpse into the past.
Visit the historic village of Bardsey
Whilst you’re in this neck of woods pay a visit to the nearby village of Bardsey where you can visit one of the oldest pubs in England, the Bingley Arms. The village is home to All Hallows Church which was built in the 9th century and is worth a visit. On your wonders around the village take a stop at the old red phone box, which has been converted into a free mini library and take or leave a book to read.
There are no toilet facilities at Hetchell Woods. The nearest toilets are located at All Hallows Church or the Bingley Arms Pub.
Food and Drink
We would really recommend bringing some sandwiches and stopping for a tranquil picnic in the woods. The landscape is well worth it!
Feel like eating out? Pay a visit to the one of the oldest pubs in the country, The Bingley Arms located in the quaint village of Bardsley for some traditional British pub food. They do a delicious Sunday roast and the historical building incorporates many features taking you back in time through its 1000 year history.
There is no car park at Hetchell Wood. Limited parking is available roadside.
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Inquest into death of teenage kickboxer from Sheffield to be held today
An inquest is to be held today into the death of a teenage kickboxer from Sheffield who died after falling ill during a fight.
Scott Marsden, aged 14, from, Malin Bridge, died in March 2017 after falling ill during a national kickboxing title fight in Leeds.
The talented teen was one of the sport’s most highly-rated prospects.
His fight was stopped for the youngster to receive medical treatment at the scene and he was rushed to hospital but died a few days later with his family at his side.
Scott, who attended Forge Valley School, Stannington, trained at Marsden's All Styles (MAS) Kickboxing Club in Hillsborough.

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Senedd welcomes WRU cooperation ahead of independent review of sexism and misogyny allegations
The Senedd has welcomed the Welsh Rugby Union “opening your doors and your books” over allegations of sexism and misogyny in the organisation.
WRU chair Ieuan Evans and acting chief executive Nigel Walker appeared before the Senedd’s Culture, Communications, Welsh Language, Sport and International Relations Committee on Thursday following the airing of a BBC Wales documentary on January 23.
Evans and Walker accepted there was a problem in the culture of the WRU, and an external taskforce has been asked to carry out an independent review to examine the allegations.
Dame Anne Rafferty was appointed chair of the taskforce on Friday with the review’s terms of reference set, and the first panel members are expected to be named this week.
Delyth Jewell MS, chair of the Senedd’s Culture, Communications, Welsh Language, Sport and International Relations Committee, has written to Evans and Walker asking for updates to be shared on the taskforce’s work “once it is ready and available”.
“This taskforce must be allowed to do its job independently and thoroughly,” Jewell wrote in a letter dated February 3 and published by the Senedd.
“We welcome your commitments to ‘opening your doors and your books’ to the taskforce.
“This transparency is an important step in conducting this work. We look forward to considering the recommendations of the taskforce once it has concluded its work.”
The Senedd has urged the WRU “to seek all avenues” to ensure the publication of its 2021 review into women’s rugby.
It also wants to know the number of non-disclosure agreements the WRU has used in the past five years, and how many staff members have been disciplined or subject to grievances related to alleged racism, sexism, misogyny and homophobia over the same period.
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If you have read the excellent "London Travels" post - if you haven't click here - you will know that I had made my way up to London from Kent and arrived at Victoria Coach Station in plenty of time for my coach up to Newcastle. One of my favourite Volvo B11R Plaxton Elite Interdecks turned up, I bagged my favourite seat at the front upstairs, got the WiFi connected, phone charger plugged in and settled down for the long journey north. Very long as it turned out. To get from Victoria to the M1 is quite sinple really. Up Park Lane, round Marble Arch, straight up Edgware Rd to Brent Cross and away you go. Not on this trip though. The traffic was a little sticky, but then you expect that leaving at teatime in London, but our driver for reasons only known to himself turned left at Marble Arch down Bayswater Rd towards Shepherds Bush. That is not heading towards the M1. Neither is going through Bayswater, Notting Hill and the Hangar Lane Gyratory System and ending up on the A40.
Actually that makes it sound simple. It was nose to tail all the way from Shepherds Bush to the North Circular where it meets the A40 at Hangar Lane. Instead of taking around 30 mins to get from Victoria to the M1 it took two hours. All avoidable.
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We changed drivers at Wooley Edge services running just over 90 mins late. The new driver who took over couldn't have been more apologetic for the late running and we all thought that was that and we'd start making progress. I rang ahead to Newcastle and booked my taxi to the hotel. No sooner had I put the phone down than I realised that yes, I was indeed going to break the world record for most number of tail lights seen on a single journey. The M1 was shut for roadworks between junctions 41-42 and it took us an hour and a quarter to get off it. In the end we arrived at Newcastle 3 hours late. That, combined with the foul weather the next morning is the reason I never made it to Alpha Recovery as planned. Next time maybe.
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After a really good couple of days in Newcastle we caught the train up to Edinburgh for dinner. My first journey on a Voyager for many years and despite it being packed I was still able to appreciate how smooth, quiet and fast they are. Our train had started its journey at Plymouth 7 hours earlier and was carrying on to Glasgow. It was bang on time. After a brilliant dinner at Cosmo (check it out) it was time to get on the Megabus sleeper coach to London. I'd been looking forward to this as the website proclaims a seat and a bunk, and it seemed the perfect way to travel back down to Blighty.
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I was greeted with a bottle of water and a muffin but when I looked for my seat I was informed that usually there were seats but as they were fully booked all the seats had been converted to bunks. I was shown to mine. Upstairs at the back virtually on the floor. No room to sit up, no storage space, the pillow was a joke - a very small and thin joke - and the bunk was made from a converted seat with a nice big gap right where my shoulder was going to rest. At 2245 we were told to lie down, strap ourselves in and basically go to sleep until we were woken in London the next morning. There were no windows to look out of and getting out of Edinburgh was pretty jerky. As we left Edinburgh the WiFi crashed, never to return.
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It was one of the longest nights of my life. Sleep was virtualy impossible. I imagine there are more comfortable prison vans in circulation and had we been sheep there would have been animal rights activists protesting outside the bus station. I got my ticket cheap because I boked the minute the journey was available. There were others who had paid £60 - 70 for the trip and Lord knows what they thought. It was nothing short of horrendous and a real disappointment. However we got to London on time and rather miraculously the same vehicle had been cleaned, converted back to all seater and within 35 mins was operating the 0730 Gold service to Cardiff. I would happily travel on the Gold service but never, ever again will I travel on the sleeper unless I am guaranteed a top bunk AND a seat.
Despite all the above I am still a huge fan of Megabus. They have opened up the country to a lot of people who otherwise wouldn't be able to travel, myself being one of them, and this is the first negative experience I have suffered with them. I should say at this point that the coach back to Norwich was just wonderful - comfy seats, lots of leg room and a decent driver. I rather like those Freestones Irizar Scanias. What Megabus need to do, however, is do exactly what it says on the tin, and not hide clauses about seats being taken out in the small print. It feels like a bit of a con when that happens, especially when the website continues to show happy night travellers in their comfy leather seat before retiring for the night to their spacious bunk.
Look out for a special on the Newcastle Metro coming soon.


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HRSINGAPORE Community Discussions
MC and Sick Leave
Dear HR Practitioners,
As per Employment Act, the number of days of paid sick leave are entitled to if the staff have worked for more then 6 months are 14 days outpatient non-hospitalization leave and 60 days for hospitalization leave, The 60 days of hospitalization leave includes the 14 days outpatient sick leave entitlement.
However, it has been a common practice that if the employee have taken 20 days of hospitalization leave, normally we will deduct off the 14 days outpatient sick leave first. Now, employee is arguing that they are allow take 14 days of the medical leave. There is no ruling in MOM on this. Kindly advise.
Under Employment Act, the employee is entitled to MC 14, Hospitalisation leave up to 60 (including 14 days MC). When given Hospitalisation leave, you will utilise the hospitalisation leave, not the MC entitlement, as it is not MC. Hence your employee is not wrong when ask for MC when he only utilised the Hospitalisation leave thus far.
Under the Employment Act, please note that the outpatient sick leave and hospitalization leave are different. If staff is given hospitalization leave, you should deduct not be deducting from the 14 days outpatient leave that the staff is entitled. You staff is right, they are entitled to take the 14 days of outpatient leave.
It is interesting to note that you mentioned that Medical leaves of 14 days are deducted from hospitalization leaves. We do not practice this.
If the doctor indicates hospitalisation leave, it should be treated as such. Do not think employers can just change to outpatient sick leave.
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UN marks 75th anniversary
By Michael Uugwanga
NAMIBIA joined the rest of the world to mark the United Nations 75th anniversary on October 24 under the theme ‘The Future We Want, The UN We Need’.
The anniversary celebrations took place at IIleni Tulikwafeni Centre at Vyf Rand informal settlement in Okahandja.
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Speaking at the occasion UN resident coordinator Sen Pang raised concern regarding the ongoing Gender-Based Violence (GBV), child labour, early child marriage, human trafficking, xenophobia, racism and discrimination as some of the issues that need to be curbed in order for the world to be a safer place.
“The Covid-19 pandemic has affected far more than our ability to attend this historic event in person and in numbers. It has pummelled our economies; it has pushed our healthcare systems to their limits, education has been disrupted risking our collective future; the most vulnerable have suffered most; women and girls face higher risks of exposure to gender-based violence and exploitation.
“Children are more at risk of child labour, child marriage and trafficking. Xenophobia, racism and discrimination on ethnic and religious grounds are on the rise. The socio-economic impacts are vast; but our ability to harness our strengths and tap into innovative solutions together; can bring forth the momentum for lasting change,” said Pang.
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UN secretary-general António Guterres in his speech read by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) representative Farayi Zimudzi is urging global leaders to work together in order to end hunger.
“Around the world, we must do more to end human suffering from poverty, inequality, hunger and hatred – and fight discrimination on the basis of race, religion, gender or any other distinction.
The months of pandemic have seen a horrific rise in violence against women and girls,” said Guterres.
The office of the Otjozondjupa Regional Governor paid tribute to the continuing support from the UN.
Spokesperson Elvis Muraranganda who was speaking on behalf of the Governor James Unomasa Uerikua said:
“We are thankful for the work of the UN, an organisation we consider one of our most important partners.”
In a speech read on her behalf, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah called on all UN member states to recognise multilateralism.
“Tribute must be paid to the United Nations for its steadfast efforts throughout 75 years in the furtherance of peace and security, dialogue, development, prosperity for all, and for upholding the principles and values enshrined in the charter of the organisation,” said Nandi-Ndaitwah.

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Northport-East Northport Historical Markers
Northport is a village located on the North Shore of Long Island within the County of Suffolk and the Town of Huntington. Northport is known for its secluded deep-water harbor, beautiful parks and beaches. The library also services the Village of Asharoken, the hamlet of Eatons Neck and the hamlet of East Northport.
Scope of Collection
The collection consists of historical markers located throughout the community. These blue and gold signs represent people, businesses, homes, churches and other locations of historical significance.

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A reading of those winter sundays essay
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Some years ago Andrejsala was a very popular place amongst young people at heart and soul. Many art and cultural events were organized, mostly of underground or non-commercial nature.
Sometimes it feels that the place has become a bit forgotten and neglected, but it still has great charm – when you wander between its old buildings, crazy graffiti, and sweet memories. Recently some new restaurants opened here and I wonder if Andrejsala will get back its popularity!?
Andrejsala has a different kind of charm compared to the rest of the city but it is definitely worth it to give it a try.
I like the very tip of the island’s Northern part – it can be a bit dodgy but it is the best for enjoying those fabulous sunsets in Riga or to get a little glimpse of how Riga Port is behaving.
If you have an adventurous spirit Andrejsala can be interesting all year long, at least for me it is, as all my favorite spots here are doing well no matter the season.

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text: Home to the Golden Gate Bridge, cables cars, Pier 39, and Union Square, San Francisco is a must-see city in the state of California. This beautiful city is located in the Northern region of California and is known for the lush, green hilly landscape just outside of the city. Each year, many tourists flock over to this part of the country to see the remarkable landscape of greenspace infused with the views of the Pacific Ocean. One of the best outdoor attractions is the Golden Gate National Recreational Area. With over 80,000 acres of protected land, feel free as you wander through the green landscape and reconnect with nature. This area offers countless trails, a beautiful beach, and perfect sites of the Golden Gate Bridge. The Glamping Hub portal has numerous rental options including tree houses and cabins, great for your weekend escape near San Francisco!


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Tempo now has a columnar block format based on Apache Parquet. A columnar block format may result in improved search performance and also enables a large ecosystem of tools access to the underlying trace data.
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The Free Fire Anniversary Celebration is still ongoing, but we are nearing the climax of this event.
There have been lots of exciting events that Garena has held throughout the month of August, and one of the most interesting events is giving away free characters!
Previously on August 13 and August 19, FF had distributed a total of 17 characters to FF players.
For this opportunity, Free Fire will again provide 9 FF characters that players can use for free!
In this article, we will discuss what characters you can get, and how to get them.
9 free FF characters
From August 25 to August 31, Garena will allow players to use 9 FF characters for free.
These rewards can be found in the form of trial cards, which means players can use the available characters for 7 days.
Below is a list of characters that you can use:
The characters on this list are scout-type characters, which are better for finding information.
How to get it
To get the 9 FF characters for free is very easy! You only need to login to FF between August 25 and August 31, and you can already get the character.
Stages to get 9 free FF characters:
- Login Free Fire (FF)
- Press the calendar button on the right of your cellphone screen
- Select the “3rd Anniversary” tab
- Select the “Character Login” page
- Take the 9 FF characters you want
Moco and Kapella are 2 characters that will be the favorite choice of FF players because their skills are much more useful than other characters.
Also Read: How to Get Mr. FF Pet. FREE WAGGORS! (August 2022)
But if you have a lot of time, you can try all the available characters and choose the one that you like the most.
This event was held to encourage FF players to want to try all the available Free Fire characters and not just use a few like DJ Alok.
Here are 9 free FF characters that you can get until the end of August. Don’t forget to keep visiting website us, to get the latest news about eSports and follow Facebook our!

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Tua Tagovailoa Reveals His 2020 NFL Draft Status
Tua Tagovailoa reveals his 2020 NFL draft status during a recent interview.
Coming into the season Tagovailoa was widely regarded as the best quarterback set to be available in the upcoming draft.
While that conversation widened a bit to include Joe Burrow over the course of the year, his status as a top-tier star remained intact.
Unfortunately, Tagovailoa suffered a season-ending hip injury one month ago that left his status as a top pick very much in doubt.
During a recent interview, Tagovailoa was pressed on whether he still had plans to come out in this year’s draft.
“The deadline is between now and January 20 (when players must announce for the draft),” he replied.
“I’m still talking with my parents about it. I’m still not too sure. A decision could come tomorrow or I could wait and decide on the 20th of January.”
According to most analysts, Tagovailoa would still be a first round pick if he came out this year – but it remains to be seen where in the order he would fall.
Then again, returning for one more season would open Tagovailoa to the risk of further injury, so it is unclear whether that is a path he would legitimately consider pursuing.
Jennifer Withers Hoey is a former Business Development Manager who transitioned to writing about sports. With valuable connections all over the West Coast, she has used those contacts to break some of the most interesting stories pertaining to the Portland Trail Blazers, Oregon Ducks, LA Lakers, LA Clippers, Seattle Supersonics (RIP), and more.


At the heart of the new Drag Pak is the latest evolution of the supercharged 354-cubic-inch Gen-III HEMI V-8 engine, based on the same power plant that won the 2018 NHRA Factory Stock Showdown (FSS) and NMCA Factory Supercar championships. A unique, serialized, red and chrome Drag Pak badge sits atop the machined aluminum supercharger cover. Also under the aluminum hood, enthusiasts will see a nod to past 1970-1974 ‘Cuda and Challenger heritage models, with a special red and chrome radiator support “fender tag” adorned with the silhouette of the Dodge Challenger Mopar Drag Pak, stating the series number, the vehicle code, axle ratio and engine designation – all unique to the Drag Pak. New for 2021 are exclusive double-adjustable Drag Pak-specific tuned Bilstein coilover shock absorbers supporting all four corners of the car.
Numerous enhancements include an all-new 3.0-liter Whipple twin-screw supercharger, upgraded forged internals, new front accessory drive and a new fabricated aluminum ice tank with a clear lid that cools the supercharger intercooler. The engine combination has been fully validated by Mopar engineers on the dyno, as well as the drag strip, and is approved for the NHRA FSS and NMCA classes. The all-new, four-link rear suspension is engineered to launch hard, quickly decimate the 60-foot elapsed times and stay planted all the way down the quarter-mile. A new geometry setup with longer control arms increases the length of the rear swing arm, allowing better anti-squat control and increasing stability. It also incorporates a wishbone link for lateral control (replacing a Panhard bar in prior models) and a larger-diameter anti-roll bar (250 percent stiffer than prior models).
Rounding out the Factory Stock racing class feel on the interior are custom-cut lightweight carpeting, carbon fiber tube protectors and SFI-compliant roll bar padding. The interior balances race car function with factory comfort and technology. On the passenger side, a custom red and chrome Drag Pak serialized badge signifies the one-of-50 build sequence numbers. Driver comfort is achieved with the adjustable mounts that are included for the seats and racing pedals. Driver control is delivered through a mechanical floor shifter and lightweight steering column with quick-release steering wheel.The instrument panel features a carbon-fiber bezel with three primary gauges – rpm, brake pressure and oil pressure. The driver bezel also features a Holley EFI Digital Dash with a 7-inch, low-glare, full-color touchscreen display so drivers can tune and manage vehicle performance.
An all-new motorsport electrical architecture setup includes the “brains” of the supercharged HEMI powertrain in the programmable Holley Dominator Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) vehicle-management system. In addition, a programmable Racepak Smartwire Power Distribution Module controls all electrical components using solid-state electronics, which eliminates the need for fuses and relays. These electronic modules are conveniently mounted to the body using bespoke mounts that allow for easy service with factory fit-and-finish. The new Drag Pak features an all-new roll cage fabricated to SFI Specification 25.5C (NHRA-certified 7.50-second ET) to not only handle the rigorous safety requirements of factory stock racing, but also improve performance. The NHRA-certified roll cage is constructed from 4130 chromoly tubing and is fully TIG-welded, ensuring greater safety and integrity. This integrated chassis approach is a result of Mopar’s involvement in different classes of drag racing over the years, as well as the stringent approach to safety mandated by the NHRA.
The new Drag Pak comes standard in White Knuckle and is available in five optional high-impact exterior colors: Hellraisin, Pitch Black, Smoke Show, TorRed and Frostbite. Full-color or monochromatic graphics packages are anchored by the Mopar logo and additional “drag pak” or “direct connection” billboard graphics on the quarter panels above the rear wheels. The graphic band wraps around the rear of the car, visually connecting both sides of the vehicle. A wide center stripe, with tracers on each side, runs from the edge of the front fascia, over the roof and through to the rear edge of the decklid. The graphics highlight the width of the Drag Pak and complements the variety of stripe packages that Mopar offers for the Dodge Challenger. The graphic band runs along the lower quarter of each side of the Drag Pak, accented by a tracer line.
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Neil Young, Zac Brown, Widespread Panic ready to rock festival near Charlottesville
Expanding Sound Check's focus away from Hampton Roads, I see excitement building over the Interlocken Music Festival which will bring Neil Young, Zac Brown and Widespread Panic to an historic farm south of Charlottesville.
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"I love Adela's book. Gentle Birth Companions captures the heart, passion and sacred path that doulas hold in supporting women and their families through out time. The perfect blend of her-story with science, showing the doulas role and importance today as she helps us re-discover the value of female companionship during childbirth.
If you are pregnant, thinking of hiring a doula, becoming a doula or are involved in maternity care today, Adela's book is essential to help you reconnect the circle of support in childbirth that provides an essential ingredient for a safe, fulfilling birth experience."
Debra Pascali-Bonaro, Director of the documentary and Co-Author of Orgasmic Birth: Your Guide to a Safe, Satisfying and Pleasurable Birth Experience, DONA International Doula Trainer and Lamaze International Childbirth Educator www.debrapascalibonaro.com
For many doulas, our journey begins with our own birth story. Our first experience of pregnancy, giving birth, breastfeeding, becoming a parent. Our first understanding of being part of our new family. And our first contact with the maternity care services.
The quality of physical, emotional and social support that we have received during this time can make a huge impact on our experience of childbirth. And whether it has turned out as we hoped or expected, or whether it has confirmed our worst fears, it is nonetheless so often the trigger that starts us thinking about the idea of supporting other mothers through the same experience. Listening to other women's birth stories is bread and butter to doulas therefore. It is the way we learn about and connect to the mothers and fathers we support. It forms the baseline upon which our relationship with our clients during this birth experience balances, it provides waymarkers and flashpoints. And allows for the unpacking of a whole heap of the grief, anger, fear, hurt and disappointment that can sometimes accompany the joys of holding our newborn.
We need to be strong, mindful and steady in order to weather the storm of some birth stories, as well as gentle and yeilding enough for the parents to know we are with them from our hearts. This can be tough, it can resonate with our own birth trauma or postnatal illness, and touch us in ways we never knew was possible. Not only can it connect us back to the circumstances surrounding the birth of our own babies, but also to our personal (unconscious) memories of our own birth.
It's useful for new doulas to be aware of the powerful and valuable impact that birth stories bring to their learning and preparation I feel. Not only does the novice hear about the physiology of natural birth and what happens when this is disturbed, but also it is an opportunity for her to begin to explore what it might mean to provide birth and postnatal support in practical and emotional terms within a safe setting.
To become humble, to begin to know a little of the amazing art of just being.
Did you know that there are
three key ways that you and your partner can prepare for the arrival of your
baby, whether in hospital or at home, which may make a real difference to your
chances of experiencing a gentle birth?
feeling safe and unobserved in your birth environment, free to move around and
take up any position you want, can help your mind and body to stay focused and
keep those essential labour hormones flowing. Rearrange the furniture, hang a
‘do not disturb’ sign on your door!
choosing attendants you trust to uphold your wishes for labour and birth is
wise. Your supporters can protect your birth space by keeping questions and
noise to a minimum, by banning strangers from the room. Enlist a doula (birth
companion) as your advocate, she is there for your partner too!
establishing a unified attitude to the way you choose to work with your
contractions, and making sure you have plenty of positive emotional support,
can mean you are less likely to feel the need to request pain medication or an
epidural. Write a clear birth plan, keep everyone informed!
An ‘undisturbed’ labour
means you are more likely to enjoy a gentle birth. And a positive experience
helps you, your baby and your family off to a good start.
To purchase ‘Birth Space, Safe Place: emotional wellbeing
through pregnancy and birth’ (Findhorn Press, 2009) see www.adelastockton.co.uk
I have been thinking about the use of the word 'support' in relation to childbirth and wondering if it is not just being paid lip-service to lately, a bit like 'natural' childbirth.
Folk say "Yes, of course support is important' but do they understand what this really means? What kind of support we are talking about? Or why it can make a difference?
My wise doula sister BB tells me that Michel Odent is not a fan of the use of the word 'support' which perhaps suggests there is something to this discussion. Yet what term are we to use instead?
For me, this poem by Anonymous, really sums up what I mean when I talk about childbirth support, or any kind of emotional support I suppose:
What is Support?
Support is unconditional
It is listening Not judging, not telling your own story Support is not offering advice …
It is offering a handkerchief, a touch, a hug … caring.
We are here to help women discover what they are feeling … not to make the feelings go away.
We are here to help a woman identify her options … not to tell her which options to choose.
We are here to discuss steps with a woman … not to take the steps for her.
We are here to help a woman discover her own strength … not to rescue her and to leave her still vulnerable.
We are here to help a woman discover she can help herself … not to take that responsibility for her. We are here to help a woman learn to choose … not to make it unnecessary for her to make difficult choices.
Although written as if for mothers, if we replace the word 'women' for 'men', it becomes a poem for fathers too.
So let's be mindful of how we use the word 'support', let's notice when and where we use it and what we really mean by it, and if we hear it being paid lip service to, let's feel proud to quantify the true value of its existence.
I was fortunate to have been invited to the annual 'Gala Evening' fundraiser event for our university campus, last week.
It was a 'black tie' do and I found myself seated between a Professor (our host) and a Doctor of Education who I had not previously met, both highly intelligent, interesting and interested men.
Inevitably the moment came when I was invited (by said Dr) to define a doula.
"But surely that's the same thing as a midwife?" he responded, "What's the difference?"
So, after reiterating the emotional, social and practical - rather than the clinical - support bit, I tried something new:
"Kind of like a birth auntie!"
The conversation then changed to another subject. However, some fine wine and a good dinner later in the evening, as we paused between Raffle and Auction, the delightful Dr reflected this term back at me in perfect context.
Yay, he so got it! I was so impressed! And it made me reflect on the possibility of using 'Birth Auntie' as a way of describing the doula more often ...

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Maruti Suzuki India has issued a recall for around 9000 automobiles in India, in accordance to a regulatory submitting. The voluntary remember is to check out for a probable defect in one particular of the kid components of shoulder top adjuster assembly of front row seat belts. In its statement, the enterprise has announced to remember a complete of 9,125 motor vehicles manufactured amongst November 2 and November 28, 2022.
The recall has an effect on a range of different products like – Ciaz, Brezza, Ertiga, XL6 and even the lately released Grand Vitara compact SUV. In truth, even Toyota has issued a recall for shut to 1000 models of the Urban Cruiser HyRyder. The organizations have announced that the dilemma will be mounted cost-free of value.
In the assertion submitted as portion of the regulatory submitting, Maruti Suzuki India reported, “It Is suspected that there is a feasible defect in 1 of the youngster parts of shoulder top adjuster assembly of front row seat belts, which in a unusual scenario, may possibly guide to seat belt disassembly. Looking at the basic safety of our shoppers and out of plentiful warning, the organization has made a decision to recall the suspected cars for inspection and substitute of the defective element, free of charge.”
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Austria, Belgium, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, England, Finland, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Netherlands Get your 2020 UEFA Euro Cup Group Stage: Group D - Match 19: Croatia vs.
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Fans will see their favorite team, Croatia at the Euro 2020 championship, which has been drawn alongside England, Czech Republic, and a play-off winner in Group D. Croatia Euro 2020 squad guide: Full fixtures, group, ones to watch, odds and more. England and Scotland’s Group D opponents reached the World Cup final three years ago but Croatia’s ‘golden Croatia Euro 2021 fixtures. England vs Croatia, Sunday June 13, 2pm. Croatia vs Czech Republic, Friday June 18, 5pm.
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The MILWAUKEE® M12™ 2XL Heated AXIS™ Layering System with GRIDIRON™ Work Shells are designed to protect from the coldest weather conditions. Powered by M12™ REDLITHIUM™ Battery Technology, the AXIS™ heated jacket uses carbon fiber heating elements to create and distribute heat to the chest, back and shoulders. A one-touch LED controller heats up the battery heated jacket to three heat settings, creating a comfortable heat for any environment or weather. The heated jacket has a new Quick-Heat function to feel heat three times faster than previous jackets and competitors. These jackets are built strong to last long with AXIS™ Ripstop Polyester providing a lightweight, compressible design that can be used as an inner-layer or a mid-layer jacket and provides wind and water resistance to survive the elements. The GRIDIRON™ Work Shell combats extreme cold weather conditions. Paired with M12™ Heat On Demand, the optimal insulation in both jackets provides ultimate warmth. GRIDIRON™ Ripstop Polyester delivers durability without sacrificing mobility to survive the job site. These come with the M12™ battery heated jacket and GRIDIRON™ work shell, one M12™ REDLITHIUM™ CP2.0 battery, and an M12™ compact charger and power source.


Microsoft has announced the launch of its Nokia 215 Dual SIM phone in India. Touted
as Microsoft’s most affordable Internet ready phone, the new phone is priced at Rs. 2149.
The Nokia 215 Dual SIM runs Nokia Series 30+. It has 2.4-inch QVGA display. Other important features include 1100 mAh battery, 900/1800 MHz, : micro USB, 3.5mm AV connector, Bluetooth 3.0 with SLAM and HSP/HFP profile connectivity, preloaded Facebook and Messenger, access to Facebook in 9 local languages, VGA Camera and Up to 32GB Micro SD supported.
The Nokia 215 will be available in a range of colors including bright green, black and white.
Nokia 215 Dual SIM
Nokia Series 30+
BL-5C ,1100 mAh
Talk time & Standby time
Talk time: up to 20hrs
Standby time: up to 29 days (Single SIM), 21 days (Dual SIM)
900/1800 MHz, : micro USB, 3.5mm AV connector, Bluetooth 3.0 with SLAM and HSP/HFP profile
Up to 32GB Micro SD supported
116mm x 50mm x 12.9mm
Speaking at the launch, Raghuvesh Sarup, Director-Marketing, Nokia India Sales Pvt. Ltd., a subsidiary of Microsoft Mobiles Oy, was quoted saying, “India is a ‘mobile-first’ market, and feature phones are the first port of access to internet for a large number of mobile users. Microsoft remains dedicated to driving innovation and introducing phones to first time mobile phone users with great technology packed inside.”
He further added, “With the launch of Nokia 215 we are proud to partner with Facebook to improve the user experience further allowing more people to enjoy online experiences for the first time – like Facebook, Facebook Messenger, MSN Weather, and browsing with Opera Mini at an affordable price”.
Popularity of smartphones is growing, however still a large number of users are using feature phones. Lack of affordable devices has been one of the main obstacles for the adoption of smartphones in rural areas. While a number of smartphone brands are selling ultra low-cost smartphones, Internet-enabled feature phones are also welcome initiatives.
Microsoft recently launched the Nokia 130 Dual SIM feature phone for Rs. 1750. The Nokia 130 Dual SIM sports a 1.8-inch QVGA screen. It runs Series 30 OS. Other important features of the feature phone include built-in video and music players, Bluetooth and USB connectivity, FM Radio and support for 32GB microSD expandable memory. The phone is powered by a 1020 mAh battery that is rated to deliver 13 hours of talktime.
Microsoft Lumia 435 Dual SIM and 532 Dual SIM Windows Phone 8 listed online At Rs 4,822 and Rs 5,521 approx
Microsoft has listed the Lumia 435 Dual SIM and the Lumia 532 Dual SIM with the “Coming Soon” tag on its official website for India. These devices were announced last month, and we expect them to be available for purchase later this month.
Microsoft Lumia 435 Dual SIM Specifications
The Lumia 435 Dual SIM features a 4-inch WVGA display, 2-megapixel primary camera, and a VGA secondary camera. Under the hood, it is equipped with a dual-core Snapdragon 200 processor, 1GB RAM, 8GB storage, microSD card slot, two SIM card slots, and a 1,560 mAh battery. It runs Windows Phone 8.1, but it is eligible for an upgrade to Windows 10, which will come out later this year. It is priced at 69 Euros (~ Rs. 4,822), though its India-specific pricing hasn’t been revealed yet.
Microsoft Lumia 532 Dual SIM Specifications
The Lumia 532 Dual SIM is a cut-down version of the Lumia 535 Dual SIM, with a smaller, lower resolution screen, and lacks autofocus as well as LED flash. It features a 4-inch WVGA display, quad-core Snapdragon 200 processor, 1GB RAM, 8GB internal memory, microSD card slot, and a 1,560 mAh battery. It is equipped with a 5-megapixel primary camera, and a VGA front-facing camera. Similar to all the Lumia smartphones released recently, it runs Windows Phone 8.1, and is eligible for Windows 10 upgrade. It is currently priced at 79 Euros (~ Rs. 5,521), but it might not be the same when the Microsoft Lumia 532 Dual SIM becomes available in India.
The Nokia 225 comes with the Nokia Xpress browser for web browsing”
Nokia has introduced its latest feature phone in the Indian market. The dual-SIM Nokia 225 feature phone is pegged at at Rs 3,329. The device was already available to buy on the company’s official store for a discounted price tag of Rs 3,199 since May. However, the Nokia 225 is listed as out of stock on the company’s store.
The dual-SIM Nokia 225 comes with a 2.8-inch TFT display, and has a 2MP shooter at the back. It also supports photo sharing via popular social networks like Twitter and Facebook. It also comes with Facebook, Twitter and Gameloft store applications. The features cover Bluetooth and FM Radio, and it supports 32GB of microSD card for storage expansion as well. The Nokia 225’s keyboard is said to be splash- and dust-proof, and easy to clean too. The device also comes pre-loaded with the Nokia Xpress browser for surfing the web.
The phone comes in black, red, yellow and white variants. It’s powered by a 1,200mAh battery, which the vendor claims to offer 21 hours of talk time
Motorola has finally started rolling out the Android 4.4.2 (KitKat) update for the Dual SIM Moto G the India users would get the update in a few weeks, at the launch, earlier this month. The Android 4.4.2 update was first released single SIM US variant first, back in December and it started rolling out in Europe, again for the single SIM variant last month. It rolled out for the Dual SIM variant in Malaysia and Taiwan earlier this month.
This update brings new phone dialer, printing, Android KitKat features such as restyled status and navigation bars, full-screen mode, color emoji, smarter power use, new camera features, including the most expected manual focus and exposure control and more.
Check out complete changelog of the update below.
Android 4.4, KitKat – Enhancements such as restyled status and navigation bars, a new full-screen mode, color emoji support, improved closed captioning support, stronger security, smarter power use, and more tools and capabilities for better app development.
Phone dialer – Improved phone app with the ability to look up contacts directly from the dial pad, see and tap frequent contacts, and search your corporate directory easily.
Camera – Locked exposure during Panorama capture, additional language support, Manual control of focus and exposure, Bug fixes
Gallery – New photo editing options including new filter effects, draw on your photos, advanced cropping, and adjustments to color, exposure, contrast and more.
Printing documents and pictures – Support for printing photos, Google Docs, GMail messages, and other content via Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and hosted services like Google Cloud Print and HP ePrinters.
Hangouts – SMS/MMS support Incorporated a new version of Google Hangouts that supports integrated SMS/MMS messaging. Hangouts can be set as the default SMS app under Settings > Wireless > Default SMS app.
The Android 4.4.2 KitKat over-the-air OTA update (v 171.44.31.en.03) for the dual SIM variant is 230.7 MB, similar to the other Asian countries.
HTC has provided consumers with some of the finest products. Their handsets offer an amazing combination of brilliant features and latest technology. News is that the company has launched three new smartphones in its ‘Desire’ series in the market. One of them is HTC Desire 700 Dual SIM smartphone. This smartphone has been launched at a price of Rs. 33,050. Let us have a look at some of the key features and specifications of this device:
Built: The HTC Desire 700 Dual SIM smartphone is about 10.3 mm thick and it weighs approximately 149 grams.
Display: This device carries a capacitive touch display of 5 inches with a resolution of 960 x 540 pixels.
Processor: This smartphone has been loaded with Qualcomm Snapdragon 200 quad core processor clocked at 1.2 Giga Hertz.
Operating System: The HTC Desire 700 Dual SIM works on Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean platform.
Memory: This smartphone offers a RAM of 1 GB. It features internal memory of 8 GB and expandable storage of up to 64 GB with the help of a micro SD card.
Camera: This device has been equipped with a rear camera of 8 mega pixels with 1080p video recording, BSI sensor and LED flash features. It also offers a front facing shooter of 2.1 mega pixels with BSI sensor.
Connectivity Features: The connectivity features included in the HTC Desire 700 Dual SIM device are Bluetooth 4.0 with apt X, Wi-Fi, GPS/ A-GPS, DLNA and 3G.
Other Features: This smartphone comes with HTC BlinkFeed, HTC BoomSound, a 3.5 mm audio jack and other interesting features.
Battery: This device functions on a removable battery of 2100 mAh.
Our Take: HTC Desire 700 Dual SIM smartphone is a good device but is far from being a value for money device. The device could have somewhat been a good seller if launched around Rs 15,000 but HTC thinks otherwise. The device costs more than double for what its worth and you shouldn’t really go in for it.


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The EVU (Expansion Voice Unit) is, in principle, a Wave 2.3 without keyboard. It was created as a precursor to the Wave 2.3 to add more voices to the PPG System. In addition to that, it was an improvement over the Wave 2.2 that was sold at that time, since it could play 8 sounds at the same time and already implemented 12-bit technology.
As a specialty, each of the 8 voices can be adjusted separately in loudness and panorama position.
One of my current projects is to disassemble and analyze operating system V6 of the Wave 2.2, 2.3, and V3 of the EVU. Should anybody be interested in helping with the project or have old PPG Assembler listings, please contact me.
I got my EVU in a non-working state and had to invest a lot of time to get it working. Here's a little picture from the repair period - EVU in "Debug Mode" :-)
Additionally, the EVU I got was one of an earlier series - it still had an I/O-82-Board without MIDI and operating system V1. To make up for that, I added MIDI and upgraded it to V3.

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Take a look at this selection of B&Bs in the Highlands which offer a warm Highland welcome and great advice on finding the region’s hidden gems.
Whether you are looking for a stay in an Inverness B&B, or wish to experience an adventure break with accommodation in a Fort William B&B, you can find a bed and breakfast in the Highlands to suit your needs.
Choose from the detailed listings to find the perfect B&B in the Highlands to book today.
Bluebell House - Affordable Luxury in the Heart of the Highlands only 5 minutes walk from Inverness town centre. King size four poster beds. Delicious freshly cooked breakfasts. Private off street parking and Wi-Fi.
Relax in a Victorian House retaining many original features, set in the breathtaking splendour of the Highlands. We are located rurally on the edge of the small village of Invergarry. Our spacious rooms give a feel for the Victorian era.
Inverglen is a Victorian villa with many traditional features as well as modern comforts. Situated in a quiet residential area, yet only 5 minutes walk from Inverness city centre. All rooms en-suite and free WiFi.
Elsie and Drew extend a warm welcome at Edencoille where we pride ourselves in offering our guests real Highland hospitality. We are situated in an elevated position overlooking Loch Leven and set among the dramatic peaks of Glencoe and the Mamores.


Bad boy Nick Kyrgios has surprised fans with a stunning act of sportsmanship in his Dubai win over Tomas Berdych.
Kyrgios was trailing 0-15 in the second game of his quarter-final when he urged Berdych to challenge a fault call by a line judge.
Berdych did, and Hawk-eye revealed the ball was good.
The good sportsmanship continued, with Kyrgios applauding several winners from Berdych during the Aussie's 6-4, 6-4 win.
Kyrgios, whose reputation took a battering in the wake of his infamous "girlfriend" sledge to Stan Wawrinka, was nursing a back injury against the Czech world number seven.
While he was lauded for his act of sportsmanship, Kyrgios also turned heads for creating what may be a new shot, pulling of an outrageous "jump forehand" and a 360 degree turn before smashing home a winner.
The win is Kyrgios' eighth straight victory and means he progresses to the Dubai semi-finals, where he will face Wawrinka.


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The then abandoned State House building, which was an eyesore, saw hundreds of women largely business people yesterday cleaning and brushing the Byzantine seat of power, mostly using their bare hands.
The women said it was out of the love they had for the newly elected president who, they noted, must occupy and work in a clean environment.
State House security said they were surprised to have seen the women in their APC party colours holding brooms and shovels poised to clean the seat of state.
The president’s senior driver said the State House was a place occupied by a president, so the best hygienic treatment should be in place and should not resemble a dustbin.
He said they too were surprised to have seen the women at 7am demanding to undertake the cleaning exercise.
Mabinty Sankoh, one of the women’s leader from Susan’s Bay, explained to Awoko that, “we love our leader and our party that is why we have come here for this cleaning exercise and we are going to continue it.”
The chairlady from Susan’s Bay, Fatmata Kanu, stated that, “we thought of this idea to clean this House where our Papa is sitting and we do not want him to come and see filth.”
Meanwhile Zainab Sesay, a representative from the Abacha Street traders, said they took up that initiative to remind the president of the plight they were going through.
She noted that if the government should construct a market for them, nobody would tell them to leave the streets.
Awoko observed life returning to the country’s first and most respected office, and the market women are determined to carry on the cleaning and brushing of State House on Saturday.


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Ananya Sarkar, 3rd semester student of School of Mass Communication got 2nd prize in classical dance in Xpressions’ 18 the annual fest of Xavier Institute of Management, Bhubaneswar.
“Before declaring the positions, the top 3 participants were called upon the stage. I was one amongst the three. I was a little disappointed that I not get the 1st prize, but participation matters” Ananya said.
“I enjoyed a lot and I got to talk to so many new people from different parts of the country. The most important thing is I got the blessings from the judges, they were overwhelmed seeing my performance and that is what every dancers or musicians want,” she added.
Virasat is Xpressions’ 18(XIMB fest) one and only classical competition with participants from all over India competing in three categories – Classical Dance, Classical Singing and Instrumentals.


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This is the final post in a brief series of posts (five in total) designed to demystify the high cost of prescription drugs in the U.S. Today’s post focuses on the fourth and final stage the of the FDA drug approval process: post-marketing. Before we dive into the final stage, here’s a quick recap of the blog series:
- Introduction: Overview of the FDA drug approval process
- Preclinical: Compound development, animal testing, and investigational new drug (IND) applications
- Clinical: Clinical trial phases I, II, and III
- NDA Review: Pre-meeting for a new drug application (NDA), the NDA itself, the NDA review process, drug labeling, facilities inspections, and (finally!) drug approval
- Post-Marketing: Clinical trial phase IV
Now, let’s look at the post-marketing stage.
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Once the FDA approves a drug, the post-marketing stage begins, and it lasts the full lifespan of the drug. Throughout this stage, the sponsor is required to submit periodic safety updates to the FDA. Additionally, sponsors often run phase IV clinical trials, which are used to identify and evaluate the long-term effects of new drugs, including efficacy, safety, and side effects.
If you’ve been following this series of posts, you now know that the process of bringing a breakthrough product to market is complex, time-consuming, and costly, but, that it is all in the name of safety and efficacy. The regulations and processes in place trace their roots back to tragic, historical events in which the rights and safety of patients were not properly protected. While it is hard to argue against protecting patients, there is also a competing need to get a life-saving drugs into the hands of the patients that need it, as quickly and cost-effectively as possible.
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Call it guns n roses, if you want.
The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) is out to prove that the men in khaki can wield not just guns, but bunch of roses as well. After hitting the news for all the wrong reasons, the security force is planning to revamp its image.
Passenger complaints about bad behaviour, even with senior citizens and the disabled, have made airport authorities and the CISF leadership to do some thinking.
They found that the behaviour of the security men was hitting the airport service quality ratings of the Airports Council International.
The result: a training programme on mannerisms and soft skills.
The CISF administration also distributed feedback forms to passengers. The idea was to send men found wanting for training. This exercise was carried out at airports all over the country.
There are 3,000 CISF men at the Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport handling 60,000 passengers every day.
One of the many complaints to sully the agency’s reputation recently came from dancer Sudha Chandran.
The CISF, she said, had asked her to remove her artificial limbs despite presenting the requisite medical certificates.
“The problem with India is that there are many such initiatives, but no implementation,” she said.
Will English phraseolgy, yoga and Tai Chi classes help?
CISF and airport authorities, obviously, are hopeful.


Canada has lost it way. How could it be otherwise when we have no navigators?
Over 150 years ago, representatives of what was then Upper and Lower Canada as well as the Maritimes—soon followed by the western provinces and northern territories—convinced the electorate that there could be collective strength in common purpose. And they did it without texting or social media, sans private planes and televised debates. There were no radio interviews, no campaign buses. The only way they could share ideas was in print (think handwritten letters and newspapers) and in person. Yet, Sir John A. MacDonald and his compatriots inspired a geographically dispersed population with equally divergent priorities to freely relinquish individual interests for the greater good. Together, they came to the unanimous agreement that “the best interests and present and future prosperity of British North America will be promoted by a federal union… provided such union can be effected on principles just to the several provinces.”
It’s those last six words that lost the most recent federal election to, well, everyone.
None of the leaders aspired to inspire; it’s easier by far to deliver fear-based campaigns that warn what not to vote for. They failed to reconcile Western Canada’s pipeline needs with British Columbia’s environmental concerns. Failed to counter Quebec’s growing alienation or mobilize our climate-crisis youth. Failed to link east with west, or even north with north. The severity of our seismic faults is immediately evident on our new electoral map, where caucuses of colour are so vastly territorial that you can clearly identify them by province and region. There is little mingling of ideologies here, even less room for compromise and absolutely no trace of those inconvenient founding principles about justice for all.
Ultimately, the 2019 federal election smacked us with a hard truth: Canada would likely not exist as a country if that unity depended on the quality of leadership we have today. I’m not ashamed to say the realization made me weep.
I’m also not ashamed to say that the leader about whom I was most hopeful—and am now the most disappointed in—is Justin Trudeau. Just four years ago, he galvanized the country with messages of equality, reconciliation and climate action. His promise to legalize marijuana showed a refreshing awareness of changing Canadian values and his government’s purchase of the TMX pipeline appeared to indicate his commitment to the development. But what started with so much shiny promise is now tarnished with brown face and SNC Lavalin. Alberta’s oil sands still have no conduit to market. Indigenous issues remain unreconciled. Cabinet equality was a fleeting dream.
Don’t take that to mean that either of the other leaders of the main political parties has done a better job. They most assuredly have not. Let’s face it, the Raptors’s #WeTheNorth playoff victory was a bigger nation builder than any Canadian leader in recent history.
On the day this magazine is published, I’m going to be in Halifax to hear an anomaly: a successful politician who is also a statesman and a visionary. I speak, of course, about President Barack Obama.
Dianne Kelderman of the Nova Scotia Co-operative Council, in the process of preparing for the presidential visit she had spent the past 18 months organizing for the NSCC’s 70th anniversary celebrations, sent me an email. She wanted to know what question I would put to the president, if I had the opportunity to do so. At the time of her ask, the former president was significantly retired from public life while former first lady Michelle Obama was starring the talk show circuit as she promoted her new book. The obvious question, I thought at the time, related to the reversal in their celebrity status.
I’d ask a different question today, if I could. How can we change a political system that increasingly depends on conflict for election success? Isn’t that what you should do when you don’t know where you’re going—stop and ask for directions?


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Report: Future development threatens Mass. forests
BOSTON (AP) — The ongoing loss of forests to human development, if left unchecked, will undermine land conservation gains in the state, threaten its water quality and limit the ability of the natural landscape to offer protections from the harsher consequences of climate change, a new report says.
The two-year study, set to be released Wednesday by Harvard University and the Smithsonian Institution, projected how the state’s forests could change over 50 years under four scenarios, ranging from one looking at what would happen if current patterns of development continued unabated to another in which forests are actively managed and protected from development.
The researchers used computers to look at the state acre by acre and model changes over the 50-year stretch for each of the four scenarios. The models took into account the effect on forests of contrasting patterns and intensities of development, wood harvesting, conservation and agriculture.
The study’s lead author, Jonathan Thompson, a senior ecologist at Harvard Forest, the university’s ecological research laboratory, said the study is the first of its kind for an entire state.
He said Massachusetts is a good place to study because it is densely populated, is heavily forested and is experiencing rapid change like most of the forested landscape of the eastern United States.
“The results of the study show that sprawl, coupled with a permanent loss of forest cover in Massachusetts, creates an urgent need to address land use choices,” Thompson said.
The study looked at two other possible scenarios for the future of Massachusetts forests: One reflected rapid economic growth and new development with few regulatory controls, and the other reflected growing energy demand and soaring food prices driving up interest in biomass harvesting for energy and clearing of forests for agricultural production.
The study concluded that the scenario under which forests are actively managed and protected from development has the best projected outcomes for people and nature over the 50-year span, which projects out to 2060.
That scenario also results in improved timber harvesting methods and more clustered human development, which would leave more unfragmented swathes of forests, providing better habitat for wildlife. The study says that scenario also would result in the growth of more high-value trees such as large oak, sugar maple and white pine while increasing the storage of carbon.
Kathy Fallon Lambert, science and policy project director for Harvard Forest, said the study also has policy implications in Massachusetts.
Lambert said an investment of $50 million per year for land conservation in the state’s environmental bond bill would support land conservation at or above levels achieved over the past eight years and help provide protections for forests. She said the results of the study also support changes in zoning codes that encourage denser housing development located near transit hubs.
Lambert said forests are more than just collections of trees — they are also key to the state’s natural and economic future and critical to grappling with the challenges of a changing climate.
“We’re moving from the study phase of climate change to adapting to that change,” she said. “Forests are really important.”


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