Here Dr Stefan Bertschi is using the term to propose an organisational concept of strong PMO equally suitable for managing smaller projects that require a higher level of assurance.
Whilst the concept of the strong PMO had been created as a programme management office supporting joint, cross-organisational management teams for a capital project with in-built infrastructure, it is scalable to be applied at any project level.
The differences seem subtle; whilst its strength lies in protecting assets early, the concept is equally applicable to a large multi-year programme of change or a smaller IT project. To come to full effect, it is more likely to attract projects of a novel nature with complex risk profiles, e.g. those driven by restrictions, an unfamiliar and ambitious scope, the scale of the scheme, a larger number of interfaces, or political and public attention.
What makes a strong PMO?
This proposed ‘project-to-programme management office’ receives its strength through effective planning and controls closely embedded in the organisational structure. The core roles of the management office are:
- risk lead;
- change control lead;
- governance/reporting lead;
- quality assurance lead;
- planning led.
These are recognised as standard components of project management.
- Document management
Agreed hierarchy of documents adhering to standards such as building information modelling (BIM), remnant of the capital project origin of this concept;
- Configuration management
This is needed to track and protect the status of interlinked assets in or between projects and programmes, or of a multi-faceted IT deployment;
- Stakeholder management
The management of interface, likely driven by a strong need for governance across contractors and suppliers, diverse audiences and complex dependencies;
- Communication management
Considering varied audiences, communication by government offices or simply managing complex change in an organisation.
The centre of this concept is in planning, control and the use of distinct stages in a project. Ultimately, planners link in to the PMO controlling functions, to ensure scheduling, governance and change is under full guidance at all times, and the protocols adopted. The approach to integrated control functions, ultimately making it a strong PMO, is three-fold:
- Contractual integration of contractors and sub contracts, or simply suppliers, by defined requirements and key performance indicators (KPI), with systems focus and spot audits of plans and controls;
- Configuration states required by critical stages, e.g. a limited prototype or pilot is used to de-risk, test, refine, measure progress and ensure maturity;
- Stage assurance team ensures quality products at gates, with all PMO controls in place, e.g. comparing contractor plans with baseline programme plan, or comparing supplier’s delivered software feature against specification.
What does this mean? In order to integrate controls in the project or programme structure, a conventional PMO is proposed (the roles mentioned previously).
As a classical PMO, it will support potentially distributed teams develop, deploy and embed project or programme management processes, standards and tools, also ensuring they are consistently rigorously applied across the project or programme. This concept is then fortified with focus on functions of higher importance, plus additional integration and configuration features are added still.
Finally, the concept is strengthened further by proposing the use of a new specific stage assurance team, running in parallel to the PMO and situated in approved stages. Whilst this team of two controls ‘plan, measure, recover’ through the cycle of getting through each gate, the stage manager is always at the most critical point of this three-tick-cycle, whilst the stage controller is one tick ahead or one behind, depending on how far through the stage we are.
The extra cost of the additional resources is justified by the interface and stakeholder-driven complexity of the project or programme in question, likely requiring strong controls and tailored status reporting for continued stakeholder engagement. This concept, so it is proposed, ensures that a holistic project or programme view is in place and appropriate controls are fully integrated and aligned between the PMO and the design and build contractors in a capital project, or suppliers in an IT project.
The other important aspect is the appropriate staging of the project, ultimately related to the focus on planning structure, enabling effective scheduling and resourcing, and milestone and baseline reporting. A traditional stage gate approach will be used to enforce project assurance, with gates having agreed criteria, to be satisfied before moving on to the next stage, and ensure a successful integration of governance covering all stakeholders.
The need for stages is expressed in the simple truth that nobody has managed ‘to eat the elephant whole’. Whilst it is necessary to break even simple projects into manageable parts, a staged approach simplifies the all-important scheduling of any project.
The stage assurance team is in place to monitor and control the PMO and potentially any other managing or delivering stakeholder. As an example, it will ensure integrated planning starts by creating a work breakdown structure with meaningful criteria (asset class in infrastructure, or hardware and software in IT delivery projects), followed by estimating and scheduling the work in such a way that the design and build contractor or IT supplier is fully integrated.
A clear hierarchy of plans will provide the baseline on which financial tracking and change control are based, as well as providing a communication tool to demonstrate progress and communicate this across third party delivery teams. Governance is closely linked to scheduling and will include regular steering group meetings and tailored project management processes, emphasising the scalability of a strong PMO.
What else is needed?
Clearly stated client requirements, as well as agreed deliverables and milestones, are crucial and will require selective use of configuration states (to reduce risk, ensure maturity and integration between projects, or simply, work streams) and tight change controls as well as quality standards.
Freezing and pinning down the state of a configuration is a straight-forward way of assessing its status and measuring readiness during a time range (prototype) or any given point in time (pilot series). This puts the configuration state rather close to a timebox as it is known in agile methodologies.
Fixing time and cost comes naturally when turning the project triangle on its head and for agile project management this is prominently exercised in DSDM Atern. Bringing agility to a strong PMO comes with its own challenges, especially if there is little maturity and a lack of trust in substituting documentation for collaboration (i.e. the favourable ‘people over process’ principle).
Under such circumstances measurement is key, not just through configuration management, but by defining a radical baseline through agreed document hierarchy with an almost fixed or frozen scope. The intervening stages of design and passing into build will be carefully monitored by the PMO, whilst itself is being monitored by the stage assurance team.
The strong PMO with all three constraints constrained may have lost the valued reader. However, whilst these lines were written, this concept is applied to an IT delivery project of moderate-to-medium complexity with little time left, restricted resources and an immovable launch date. Needless to say, a notably down-scaled version of the strong PMO is being utilised.
Whether this appears sensible or not, it becomes obvious why the right KPIs are the key to success; integrating control plans and document schedules will be the decisive factor. For example, having delivered 86 per cent of the solution may seem to schedule, but is contra-indicated if there is a 10 per cent failure rate of designs against solution requirements.
In addition, the project governance will have to clearly outline the exception process where a project or work package exceeds the slippage tolerances. Performance is measured by a combined product view and focus on how the PMO is delivering. This is achieved by starting with high-level product objectives, such as functionality or availability, which encompass benefits of a fully functioning solution. To include project health, KPIs are mapped against core project attributes: scope, quality, time and cost.
Additionally, softer KPIs should be included, for example stakeholder engagement. When planning stages through requirements and broken down product descriptions, estimating techniques are used to get to an adequate forecast and realistic scheduling. Selective configuration states are used in later stages to refine forecasting along the way and to keep close control of delivery. Since this method always starts with the final outcomes, benefits are managed simultaneously.
Having discussed systems and concepts, let us examine what personnel is required to make a strong PMO. Needless to say, they must have good analytical competency, the ability to work with other organisations or at least the confidence to hold two-way communication with stakeholders; in case the ‘P’ stands for programme.
They need a strategic grasp of how the various projects support the overall programme goal, and they have to be able to maintain clear governance at all levels and across interfaces and organisations.
Depending on complexity, extended capability is needed to assess and control impact of risks and changes (through configuration management and change control). The critical stage assurance team competency is the ability to challenge project managers and to think in terms of end-states. The planning and control personnel will need to deliver the necessary policies (including approval standard, responsibilities, accountability) and tools (including requirements gathering, templates and standards) in order to set the function up and to run and maintain it for the duration of the project or programme.
This is a reminder that ‘strong PMO’ in this context does not refer to an embedded authority on how to run projects within an organisation, but the actual organisation of running any programme or parts of it. A strong control strategy for the PMO is crucial to assure the required holistic view across all areas, spanning from organisation, planning and integration to control, measurement and reporting.
Given the origin of the concept but minding the alleged scalability, this strong PMO critically has to ensure that all stakeholders are bought-in and committed. The larger the variety of stakeholders and external interfaces, the greater the need to cater for different groups with different expectations and communication requirements that have to be appraised at all times.
The classical concept of change management comes to mind. For these reasons, the proposed concept of a strong PMO, introducing an encompassing stage assurance team, caters for the increased visibility of performance and reporting, both internally and externally, which is required during the whole life, whether it is the life of a programme, capital project or IT project.


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I went on an overnight trip aboard Grande Sportfishing out of H&M Landing in San Diego California. Anglers (a lot were part of the Crown Town fishing crew from Corona, California )on the trip scored variety of tunas: yellowfin tuna, bluefin tuna and skip jack tuna in addition twosome smaller garden yellowtail. We were fishing far south down into Mexico and came across open water tuna foamers and found some kelp paddy holding fish that were willing to bite. If you ever get an opportunity to fish on Grande Sportfishing or any sport boat out of H&M landing. I highly recommend the experience. Thanks for watching!
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Aeroflot plane crash in Russia kills 88
Moscow -- An Aeroflot Boeing 737 passenger jet crashed near Russia's Ural mountains on Sunday, killing all 88 people on board including 21 foreign nationals.
The Russian airliner reportedly caught fire in the air and lost control as it readied to land in the city of Perm early Sunday morning.
The wreckage burned just meters from a residential community and debris blocked a section of Russia’s Trans-Siberian railway.
Television showed firefighters and investigators sifting through the wreckage which was spread over about four square kilometers, officials said.
Investigators have recovered the aircraft’s two black box recorders, which they hope will clarify the cause of the accident.
Aeroflot confirmed there were no survivors. Among the victims were citizens of Azerbaijan, Ukraine, Germany, the United States, France, Switzerland, Latvia, Turkey and Italy. Seven children died in the crash.
Among the dead was General Gennady Troshev, a government advisor and a key general in Russia’s war in Chechnya, the country’s transportation ministry was cited as saying by the news agency Interfax.
Irina Andrianova, spokeswoman for the Civil Defense Ministry, said the aircraft lost contact with air traffic control at around 1,800 meters off the ground. The plane exploded into flames upon hitting the ground at 5:00 am (2300 GMT), she added.
A woman who witnessed the plane go down over her house told Vesti24 television the plane burst into flames in the air.
"It was burning in the sky," she said. "It looked like a falling comet."
Airline spokesman Lev Koshlyakov said the 16-year-old plane had been declared fit to fly after a "complete technical inspection" this year.
The Boeing 737-500, one of the most sold models in the world, was acquired by Aeroflot from China’s Xiamen Airlines. The airplane was leased by Aeroflot until 2013 from Irish firm Pinewatch Limited.
President Dmitry Medvedev was being briefed on the crash and Transport Minister Igor Levitin was to fly to the site of the disaster, news agencies said.
Aeroflot has worked hard to reform its previous negative image, and has fought ongoing concerns over its ageing fleet and airline safety regulations.
The company immediately pledged to pay compensation of up to two million rubles ($80,000 dollars/55,000 euros) for each victim and set up a crisis centre for relatives of victims at Moscow’s Sheremetyevo-1 airport and in Perm.
Last month, 65 people were killed when a Boeing plane went down in the Russia’s former Soviet neighbor Kyrgyzstan. An Aeroflot flight last crashed in 1994 over Siberia, killing 70 people.

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Should a no-deal Brexit take place on the 29th March 2019 some important changes may impact personal and commercial motor customers.
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DEPICTION OF BLACK MAGIC IN PAKISTANI DRAMAS AND ITS IMPACT ON VIEWERS AN ANALYSIS WITH MIXED METHOD APPROACH
Keywords:The Jinn, Black magic, witchcraft, sorcery, Prophet, Pakistani Dramas
The present study entitles the Impact of black magic and sorcery in Pakistani Dramas. This research paper is an effort made to explore how the black magic and sorcery influences the societies and what do the masses think of them. Employing the attributes of Comte’s theory of Social change, the qualitative anthropological research methods were used to collect empirical data. A survey of more than 200 people was done. The respondents were approached randomly after making sure that they watch the black magic themed dramas. Magic or black magic has been perched since the cosmos of the universe. But the Islam considers the magic and dark practices as dirty and unholy. The religious clerics of Muslim, Christian and Hindu were also interviewed to shed some light of their perspective about the trend of Black Magic and dark art practices in Pakistani Dramas.

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In the midst of political unrest inside the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) government, which is now in charge in Maharashtra, Sharad Pawar, the leader of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), convened a party meeting in Mumbai on Thursday.
Sharad Pawar, the leader of the NCP, is hosting the gathering there. Sunil Tatkare, state home minister Dilip Walse Patil, ministers Jayant Patil and Jitendra Awhad, and deputy chief minister Ajit Pawar are all in attendance at the meeting.
42 MLAs from Maharashtra are present with Eknath Shinde at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Guwahati, Assam. 34 Shiv Sena MLAs and eight Independent MLAs are included, according to the source.
Notably, the political turbulence inside the Maha Vikas Aghadi government in Maharashtra intensified on Thursday morning in Guwahati when seven more MLAs joined the breakaway group of MLAs led by Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde. They arrived at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Guwahati as other MLAs were campaigning for office. Four additional MLAs joined Shinde last night in Guwahati.
A resolution stating that rebel leader Eknath Shinde is still in charge has also been delivered to the state’s governor, Bhagat Singh Koshyari, and was approved by the Shiv Sena Legislative Party with the support of 34 MLAs.


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Usage of wheat in GB feed production was 1.9% higher than previous year levels, but barley usage was 13.2% lower, said the UK levy board, in a publication released yesterday.
Total cereal usage between July and December was 3.3m tons (Mt), up 89.4 thousand tons (Kt) from the same period last year, found ADHB.
Increasing use of corn in feed rations
“The amount of cereals used in UK compound and integrated poultry unit (IPU) animal feed production reached a record high in the first six months of the 2018/19 season.”
A key reason for this rise is the increasing use of maize (corn) in GB animal feed production, said AHDB. The grain recorded a year on year increase of 112.1Kt between July and December 2018, to total 282.6Kt.
The price competitiveness of imported maize over domestic wheat and barley in recent months was behind that trend.
Comparing the first six months of the 2018/19 season to the 2017/18 season, wheat usage rose slightly (45.4Kt) to reach 2457.2Kt. However, barley fell by 81.9Kt to 536.7Kt, while usage of oats was recorded at 40.4Kt, an increase of 13.8Kt, reported AHDB.
UK barley prices have fallen recently with the average UK feed barley price reaching £155.20/t, it added. They were at a £14.90/t discount to feed wheat for the week ending 31 January 2019.
“This also places domestic feed barley at a discount to imported maize (any origin), which stood at £160.00/t as at 4 February 2019. This could represent an opportunity for those who can to switch to using more barley in the feed ration going forward.”

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Israeli forces have attacked Palestinian worshippers at Bab as-Silsila, one of the main entrances to the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in occupied East Jerusalem, according to local sources.
Israeli forces imposed tight security measures on Sunday, ejecting worshippers from Al-Aqsa Mosque and intensifying their presence around it, denying access to any Palestinian below the age of 50 to clear the way for Israeli settlers on Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year.
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In celebration of Rosh Hashanah, hundreds of ultranationalist Israelis made an incursion into the Al-Aqsa courtyard through the Morocco Gate under the protection of Israeli troops, according to news outlet Al-Mayadeen.
Media coverage: "Israeli occupation police assault Palestinian women trying to defend Jerusalem's Al-Aqsa Mosque compound amid provocative visits by extremist Israeli settlers to the holy site, today." pic.twitter.com/kRkiDW3mFe
— Quds News Network (@QudsNen) September 17, 2023
The Jerusalem Islamic Endowments Department confirmed that the army was working to clear the compound prior to the settler incursion.
Israeli settler groups had been calling for unfettered access to the compound to celebrate Rosh Hashanah on what is known to Jews as the Temple Mount.
A number of Muslim worshippers had gathered at the holy site following dawn prayers to object to the harassment and intrusions by Israeli settlers.
تغطية صحفية: "مستوطنون يرقصون ويغنون في طريق باب السلسلة بعد خروجهم من المسجد الأقصى، في محاولة لاستفزاز الفلسطينيين الذين مُنعوا من دخول المسجد". pic.twitter.com/ex0hslDMDA
— المركز الفلسطيني للإعلام (@PalinfoAr) September 17, 2023
Translation: Press coverage: “Settlers dance and sing on Bab as-Silsila Road after leaving Al-Aqsa Mosque in an attempt to provoke the Palestinians who were prevented from entering the mosque.”
Israeli forces “physically assaulted and beat up three worshippers”, including an elderly man and elderly woman, near Bab as-Silsila, Palestinian news agency WAFA said, adding that the three had objected to an Israeli settler blowing a horn at the entrance to Al-Aqsa Mosque.
Two men were arrested inside the compound and transferred to “an unknown destination”, Al-Maydeen added.
Video footage showing settlers touring the Al-Aqsa Mosque courtyard was circulating on social media.


Plucked String Instrument
The Ruan is also known as the moon guitar, and comes in a variety of different sizes and pitches. It is fitted with four strings and frets. Its soundboard is wooden. Its appearance is much later in Chinese history.
Ruan (moon-shaped short-necked lute) is a Chinese fretted instrument dating back to 140-87 B.C. The name is a shortened form of Ruan Xian, a musician and one of the "seven Sages of Bamboo Grove" of the 3rd century (the Six Dynasties). Pictorial evidence, excavated from a tomb of his time in Nanjing, depicting Ruan Xian's performance of this instrument, confirms that its construction was roughly the same as that of today. Later Ruan was once termed as qin pipa (dating to the Qin dynasty between 221-207 BC) or yueqin (moon-shaped short-necked lute). It is a short necked Chinese foiled lute, 4 strings, played by plectrum. It is used by orchestras as well as for accompanying operatic performances. The ruan consists of three parts: resonator, neck and head. On the neck are 24 frets in half steps. Four strings, tuned to fifths (like a mandolin), provide a wide range of notes. It comes in several sizes according to their different ranges. Neat delicate tone. The ruan is now constructed as a family of soprano, alto, tenor and bass, a development intended to increases its range and effectiveness in the modern Chinese orchestra. The alto and the tenor are commonly used. A plectrum is needed in performance. Mellow in tone quality, it is often seen in ensembles or in accompaniments, and as a solo instrument in recent years.
Mouth organs, such as the Khen, were first described in China about 3,000 years ago. They are free-reed instruments with a vibrating reed fitted in each pipe. The player blows into the wind chamber and sounds individual pipes by covering the finger holes. The Khen has six, fourteen, or sixteen bamboo pipes in a wood or ivory wind chamber. The largest of these instruments have pipes that are ten feet long.
The Calung, also known as the Jublag, is a Southeast Asian musical instrument. It's a metallophone which means that it is a metal xylophone which can play melodic percussion. They are cousins of the vibraphone. These are Balinese musical instruments specifically. The function of one pair of calung or jublag is to play the main melody. The difference from penyacah is that the size is bigger, the sound is lower, and from the way it's played. Penyacah is played more often, usually two penyacah to one calung. It is also played with wooden mallets that have rubber heads for a soft sound. The wooden frames are carved and painted.
The sitar is a North Indian instrument related to the vina, an Indian zither. Played strings run over arched metal frets to the peg-box. Sympathetic strings run under the frets in the troughed neck to lateral pegs.
The thin-bowled wooden resonator (coconut shells are sometimes used) of this instrument is covered with water buffalo hide. On the back of the resonator is carved a human face. The bone finger-board and peg box are ornamented with seven varying bands of a predominately triangluar motif. At the top of the finger-board is another face very different from the one on the resonator. The strings are tuned a fifth apart and are played with a loose bow.
The frame of this gangsa is carved with an elaborate depiction of animals from Balinese legends, and topped with six metal bars over bamboo resonators. The gangsa is part of Indonesian gamelon orchestras.


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This past April, the city of Las Vegas proclaimed, celebrated, engaged, appreciated and honored Ms.Michelle Payne, aka, Ms. Michelle. Ms. Michelle is the First Lady of Gospel Theater. In addition to that achievement, she’s the Founder and Chief Executive Director of the 2nd Annual Las Vegas Black Film Festival. That’s not all. Ms. Michelle’s extraordinary lifestyle, and go-getter attitude is a mother that finds extra time to juggle being the CEO of Praize Productions Enterprises that eventually set the stage for LVBFF.
Ms. Michelle envisaged that the “Las Vegas Black Film Festival” is primarily organized to celebrate the works of Black Filmmakers from all over the world or films written, directed or produced by persons of African descent – including films featuring a person of African descent in a leading role.”
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As a result, Ms. Michelle is now recognized and deserved in front of Academy Award winner Louis Gossett Jr., the 2nd Annual LVBFF Legendary Award-winner recipient. Nevada State Senator Pat Spearman acknowledged that Ms.Michelle is a phenomenal woman on the rise. Senator Spearman announced at Suncoast Grand Ballroom,“It’s exciting to present a Proclamation to a person you know truly loves their community and for her awesome work at the 2nd Annual Las Vegas Black Film Festival.” Of course, much to Payne’s surprise, she elegantly broke down with tears of joy.
Hard work pays off
For 2+ years, Ms. Michelle focused on being a prominent figure in her community. In fact, in the beginning of 2015, Ms. Michelle petitioned aspiring film writers to a “Submit Your Film” contest, and rule number one, all writers must be in school. Once selected, Ms. Michelle provided a keep it real platform, empowering each participant to tap into their consciousness and never give up on their passion for the film/entertainment business.
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As time went on, March 14 – April 11, Ms. Michelle constructed a community film workshop that required her to spend hours with each attendee individually. Her assorted workshops consisted of the fundamentals, along with the rules of engagement in the entertainment business, instructed in an unorthodox way. Simply put, Ms. Michelle constantly instilled confidence, while preparing her class for the trials and tribulations that comes from the film industry. Now that’s doing the most!
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- Steppers Farewell Set: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. at City Lights Bar & Grill at 2650 S. Decatur Blvd
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Wednesday, July 13th, 2022
Over the past weeks, more sea turtle nests have been spotted on the beaches of northern Ambergris Caye. The nesting season, which lasts through November, primarily covers an area from Punta Azul to Robles Beach and the Rocky Point area. Every year a crew from the Hol Chan Marine Reserve monitors and records the nesting period and the challenges affecting the season. This includes human activity such as increased and careless vehicular traffic and improper disposal of garbage. Recently, residents have discovered destroyed turtle nests and eggs on the beach.
According to residents near these remote beaches, reckless motorists are to blame. Certain spots along places like Robles and Rocky Point have signage to advise anyone driving on the beach to do so responsibly because of the active sea turtle nesting season. However, this appears not to be working and has affected some nests. Some complaints from persons witnessing the damage to nests are that people seemed to remove the signage, making it difficult for others to know where a nest may be.
These issues endanger the successful hatching of these nests, and the public is urged to be mindful when traveling north to look out for any nest signs and avoid running over them. The folks at Hol Chan have explained that driving over the nest compacts the sand, making the hatchlings unable to emerge from the nest once hatched. Unfortunately, all hatchlings can then die.
While the Hol Chan staff monitors the nesting beach, concerned islanders believe there should be increased monitoring and patrolling by rangers. Nearby is the Bacalar Chico National Park and Marine Reserve, a World Heritage Site. Enforcement could come from rangers working at this site, but residents continue to report the poor presence of authorities around the sea turtle nesting. Underfunding for protection is to blame.
According to islanders north of Ambergris Caye, the said national park continues to be afflicted by illegal activities such as hunting and fishing with little intervention by the respective authorities. They hope the local authorities on the island or Central Government can take these matters seriously.
Sea turtles and their nests are protected by law in Belize, and no one should have these creatures or tamper with nests. The species common on Ambergris Caye are the Loggerhead and Green turtles. The Hawksbill turtle is another visitor but does not nest on the island beaches all the time. It is rare to find a Hawksbill nest.
While the season continues, the staff at Hol Chan will continue doing their best to ensure sea turtle nests thrive. Anyone spotting an unmarked nest or seeing a turtle on the beach, please report such sighting to the Hol Chan office by calling telephone number 226-2247 or messaging their Facebook page
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Is an Eco Terra Bed Right For You?
Eco Terra beds may be the best option for you if you are looking for an upgrade to your mattress. It all depends on your personal preferences regarding sleep and budget. It is worth considering because this mattress is a higher quality alternative to other mattresses and comes with an extensive warranty. It is possible to learn more about the Eco Terra bed in this review, as well as what other people have to say about it.
Eco Terra Mattress Reviews
If you’re looking for a comfortable bed and don’t want to spend a fortune, consider the Eco Terra Mattress. The organic mattress is suitable for couples and is made of natural materials. The mattress may be too firm for people who weigh less. Most people rate their comfort between 5 and 7, however, when your weight is less than 120 pounds, the middle-plush version may be more appealing to you. Check out the reviews below and learn more about this mattress.
A mattress that is good will be able to block out motion without creating too much bounce that could cause irritation to your partner. The Eco Terra has both of these characteristics, which means that you can move about on it without disturbing your partner. It is supposed to be soft enough that you can rest comfortably in the center, yet firm enough to provide adequate support for most people. Eco Terra’s latex and coils provide additional bounce. The coils are secured by the cover, which should absorb any movement. Eco Terra’s claims for zero motion transmission make us wonder if that is the case.
Eco Terra Hybrid Latex Mattress Review
A recent test of the Eco Terra hybrid latex mattress has proven that it excels in all areas. Its overall comfort rating is high and it outperforms many other mattresses in temperature neutrality, which is a crucial feature for sleepers who are either warmer or cooler. This is likely due to the Eco Terra Talalay latex, which is much more temperature-neutral than Dunlop latex. The mattress’s structure also allows for good airflow which helps to prevent excessive heat or clamminess.
Eco Terra hybrid latex mattress made from 100 percent natural Talalay latex. Talalay latex is certified Oeko-Tex Standard 100. This means that it is not contaminated of chemical preservatives. The latex layer provides excellent comfort, which results in an incredibly responsive and comfortable feel. The mattress’s core is made up of pocketed coils which give bounce and help prevent back pain. The mattress’s cover is thick and breathable and also blocks out moisture and heat.
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If you’re thinking of buying an Eco Terra Mattress but are unsure about its environmental quality, there’s nothing to be concerned. Eco Terra has taken action to address complaints from customers regarding the polyurethane-based content of its mattresses. Eco Terra uses 100% natural latex foam and organic Cotton for its mattress cover, even though it isn’t transparent about the materials used. If you’re looking for an environmentally sustainable mattress, you might prefer an option that is medium-firm instead.
Many negative reviews have been written about latex mattresses however the Eco Terra mattress has many positive characteristics. Its latex foam is more air-tight than memory foam and has a cooler temperature. The organic cotton covering regulates air flow. The coils that are enclosed in the cover release heat from the body, so you’ll be cool throughout the night. Despite its shortcomings, it has been loved by customers as well, which is definitely the case with this hybrid latex mattress.
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The company behind Eco Terra Mattress Eco Terra mattress has received some negative reviews on Reddit, but they are not that bad. The mattress is made from organic cotton with a comfort layer of latex. Eco Terra is available in medium or firm firmness, and costs $549. Its prices range between $649 and $1,099 according to the firmness you’re seeking. The Eco Terra mattress comes with a 15 year warranty and a 90-night trial unlike other hybrid latex mattresses.
The Eco Terra mattress’s polyurethane content is a major complaint. These complaints have been addressed by the company. This is especially relevant for customers who have not purchased the mattress from an online retailer that has been verified. The lawful label doesn’t list any materials that are made up of polyurethane. If you’re concerned over the polyurethane content in the mattress you can request a mattress that isn’t.
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You also get a mattress protector when you buy an Eco Terra bed. The topper is covered by a 15-year guarantee, as with all Eco Terra products. If the topper fails to keep its shape over time, the company will repair or replace it, based on the model you prefer. Shipping costs are your responsibility, but the company will cover the cost of returning the topper.
Although the mattress isn’t as firm, it’s still not too difficult for heavier sleepers. The medium firmness is great for those who prefer to sleep on their side, as the latex layer gives it plenty of bounce. The coils that are supportive at the top of the mattress allow you to sink into the mattress without feeling too uncomfortable. The medium firm option is not as effective if you weigh more than 130 pounds. Eco Terra mattresses come with a medium-firm topper.
A latex mattress topper is an essential component of the mattress. For maximum comfort, a mattress topper should fit your body. Based on your personal preference, you may need a more firm topper for your back to support it while sleeping. There are two levels of firmness that are available for the Eco Terra mattress: medium and firm. While both provide advantages, there are a few negatives. The latex layer of an Eco Terra mattress may not be the best choice for a light sleeper.
Eco Terra Mattress Topper Review
In this Eco Terra Mattress Topper review, we’ll take a look at the benefits of this latex mattress topper. Natural latex doesn’t contain any harmful chemicals and causes no off-gassing. However, it does emit a light fragrance. It typically has a pleasant vanilla aroma that fades after a few days. It is also easy to take care of. It is available for purchase from many online stores or via the company’s website.
In addition to being a latex-based topper in addition, Eco Terra mattress is Eco Terra mattress also has coils. They’re wrapped with latex, making them buoyant but also denser than the middle coils. Although the latex-coil combination helps to prevent motion transfer, it is not as firm as traditional innerspring mattresses. This mattress isn’t made to be used by light sleepers, and it might be too heavy for those who are heavier.
The Eco Terra mattress topper has an additional benefit: it offers high levels of comfort. The Eco Terra mattress topper comes in two sizes: firm and medium. Side sleepers will like the firmer option. It’s not as firm as a medium mattress, however, it’s firm enough to ensure a person is at ease. It’s also suitable for stomach sleepers, however it’s not as comfortable as a more firm model. The medium-firm Eco Terra is just about the same price as the standard medium model.
Eco Horizon Terrace Price
Eco World Development Group Bhd will begin the first phase of land-locked homes in Eco Horizon, Batu Kawan in Penang. The township will include more than 2300 homes landed and 70 acres of commercial space. The estimated value of development will be about RM7 billion and will be constructed over a period of 10 years. Ashton will be the first phase. It will comprise super-linked and terraced gardens homes. There will also be two-storey homes available at the Eco Horizon township. The first phase will be followed by Brydon, Camdon, and Dawson phases.
Eco Horizon is a township that provides gated strata-landed properties as in addition to a commercial project. It is an expansive 300-acre township which is well connected with the North-South Expressway, as well as the Second Penang Bridge. It is approximately 15 minutes from Nibong Tebal and about 30 minutes from Simpang Ampat. However the township doesn’t offer many amenities close by. Eco Horizon currently has approximately 22,000 units.
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To save money on your next mattress purchase, make sure you take advantage of Eco Terra Mattress Coupon! They come in a variety of sizes, and the cost for a queen-sized model is $1049. Klarna financing is available to help you get the bed of your dreams. These coupons are great for novice and experienced mattress buyers. You can also save money on shipping as well. The Eco Terra Mattress Coupon can be used to purchase one of the mattresses for less money by clicking the link below.
The first thing to be aware of when you are shopping for a mattress online is that Eco Terra Beds coupons are specific to the product and can only be used once. Some coupons are not applicable to clearance or sale products, and they have a short period of validity. While it’s unlikely you’ll discover the promo code that will save you the most money, you can apply the code to get a discount on your Eco Terra Beds purchase!


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ISAAC HAYES Hot Buttered Soul (2001 German pressed 4-track digitally remastered [in 24bit technology] CD album - Originally released in 1969 Isaacs second studio album is rightly recognized as a landmark in soul music and includes a cover version of Walk On By and an extended reinterpretation of Jimmy Webbs By the Time I Get to Phoenix. Housed in a glossy digipak picture sleeve with a fold-out inlay containing comprehensive liner notes SCD244114-2)
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More akin to a Sly Stone composition, Hayes’ own (curiously titled and misspelled for the album cover!) Hyperbolicsyllabicsesquedalymistic is another highlight, a hard-driving piece of funk and providing an ironic take on verbal pomposity (where else have you heard 'medulla oblongata’ in a song lyric?). The album’s most 'conventional’ (and shortest) song is undoubtedly songwriter-saxophonist Charlie Chalmers and singer Sandra Rhodes’ soul ballad One Woman – nevertheless it makes for pleasant (if unspectacular) listening.Read more ›
I cannot hear Ike's version of "Walk on By" without marvelling at the sheer audacity of the man - but I love it, the strings, the guitars, the slow build up (will he ever sing?) and then the gravelly vocal - epic stuff.
There' more - "...Phoenix" is the same but more so, and while "One Woman" is almost standard fare, Hyper..." was the forerunner of the funk workouts Ike would become famous for on "Shaft".
No. this is not for everyone, and there are better albums but Soul music would not be the same without it and I love it.
You have to remember that, 40 years ago, Soul albums to this point had usually consisted of 2 or 3 hit singles and a few other tracks that weren't considered commercial enough for single release. Ike changed all that with this, his second album for Stax, released as part of a 27 album blitz, designed to put Stax back on top after the death of Otis, and the loss of the back catalogue to Atlantic (both in '68).
The track selection probably didn't take too long, there are only 4 tracks after all, and the format had been established by Ike in his live shows, as he stretched out standards with raps and instrumental breaks, to take Soul places it had never been before. It was all a long way away from the gritty, sweaty Southern Soul Hayes had written with David Porter for Sam & Dave, among others, and which had earned him the right to do things his way.
I cannot hear Ike's version of "Walk on By" without marvelling at the sheer audacity of the man - but I love it, the strings, the guitars, the slow build up (will he ever sing?) and then the gravelly vocal - epic stuff. There's more - "By The Time I Get To Phoenix" is the same, but more so, and while "One Woman" is almost standard fare, Hyper..." was the forerunner of the funk workouts for which Ike would become famous on later albums.Read more ›
This is an album of deeply funky soul. With the extended cuts and luscious orchestration, mixed with Hayes unique soulful vocals it feels like Stax soul meets prog rock. The 10-20 minute tracks never outstay their welcome though.
The standout is the opening 'Walk on by', a 12 minute epic that slowly builds annd builds, with Hayes almost teasing you as whether or not he's going to sing. The other tracks follow in a similar vein, long, laid back grooves.
Very much an album to played late at night, alone with that special someone.
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I want to write a detailed review but I don't think I can say anything original when it comes to this album. It's just classic. Read morePublished 11 months ago by Josh W
Unfortunatel the CD is spoilt by one track (self indulgent drivel) but still worth the price just for Walk on by.Published 16 months ago by Stoney
Cd does not have the bonus tracks included I FEEL VIOLATED,send me the cd that includes the bonus tracks THANK YOUPublished 20 months ago by a gordon
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Humane Society International (HSI) expressed its extreme disappointment at the limited number of natural areas that have been prioritised by the Government for assessment and potential listing on the National Heritage List (NHL), released by Minister Garrett this week.
This sour note however is counter balanced by the announcement that a very large area of the Kimberley in Western Australia (17 million hectares) will be assessed over the next year, along with the West MacDonnell National Park in the Northern Territory. HSI has played a small role in ensuring that a broad assessment of the Kimberley region occurs*, and we applaud the concept of attempting to list large and hopefully contiguous biodiverse areas under heritage laws.
HSI Campaign Director Michael Kennedy said that, “While we heartily welcome the coming assessment of the Kimberley and the West MacDonnell National Park, the rejection of so many other important areas nominated by HSI and other interested parties, is of very serious concern.
The Government has rejected the following HSI nominations: the Great Western Woodlands in WA; Lake Eyre and Elliot Price Conservation Park in SA; Brisbane Water National Park in NSW; Cape York in QLD; Barrow Island and its surrounding waters in WA; Paroo River Catchment in QLD & NSW; Australia's Antarctic Territory (AAT) and Whale Sanctuary (EEZ); the Daintree Lowland Rainforest in QLD, and various areas important for Dingo populations. Many other areas have also been rejected, including Tasmania’s Great Western Tiers.
Mr Kennedy continued, “Barrow Island has been an important priority for the Australian Heritage Council for many years, and one can only assume that resource politics is blocking its addition to the NHL. Similarly, adding the AAT/EEZ is an easy matter for an area controlled by the Commonwealth (only penguins to consult), while in a time of drought and dangerous climate change, why not move to protect the Paroo River and Lake Eyre nationally. The mega-biodiverse Daintree lowlands are crying out for Federal protection. These HSI nominations have all been rejected by the Government - but for what reason?”
Mr Kennedy concluded, “The normal response is that the Department does not have enough money or resources to do a comprehensive job. This disclaimer on responsibility is running chronically thin, and is no longer an acceptable answer. If Minister Garrett wants to effectively implement his desire to give “habitat protection” priority in Australia, then he MUST allocate a good portion of the “Caring for our Country” budget (and there is plenty of cash unallocated) to the heritage assessment program in general and for HSI’s outstanding nominations in particular. The conservation of Australia’s biological diversity demands such action”.


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You have finally taken the time in your busy work schedule to make a physiotherapy appointment to tackle that low back pain that has been gradually getting worse. As you delve into a detailed discussion of your symptoms and settle in for your assessment, your physiotherapist surprises you by asking to test your reflexes. Reflexes? Intrigued, you might be wondering: Why on earth would my reflexes matter if the pain is in my back pain?
We understand how that can leave you a bit perplexed and this is why we would love to bring clarity to your questions, shed some light on the significance of reflex testing and help unveil your back pain's perplexing journey.
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By testing reflexes, Physiotherapists are able to uncover potential connections between your lower back and the nerves that extend to your legs. We are especially interested in assessing reflexes if your back symptoms radiate into one, or both legs.
Reflex testing is part of a neurological assessment that physiotherapists call, “conduction tests”. These tests show how well nerves are conducting messages from the spinal cord to the limbs. Two other tests most often combined with reflex testing, include key muscle tests and sensation tests. By combining the results of these three tests (reflex, key muscle tests and sensation), we are determining if a nerve in the low back is pinched and resulting in symptoms or altered function in the lower extremities.
Reflex testing is performed using a small rubber hammer. Your physiotherapist will gently but firmly tap just below the kneecap on the tendon that attaches our thigh muscles to the lower leg. When this occurs, the muscle senses this tap as a small but fast stretch to the thigh muscles. This signal travels to the spinal cord via a nerve and in reaction, the spinal cord sends a signal to the thigh muscles to contract. As a result the lower leg will move, or flinch. This movement is graded by your physiotherapist to determine if the reflex is normal, or altered. There are other locations to test leg reflexes such as the foot and the achilles tendon. Each of these locations correspond to a specific nerve level in the low back.
Key muscles testing is done by asking the patient to contract specific muscles in the leg and hold this contraction for about 10 seconds. Your Physiotherapist may ask you to repeat this contraction a few times as they are looking for weakness and decreased endurance of the muscle in question. This premature fatigability is a classic sign that the nerve is having difficulty sending a signal to that specific key muscle. This test is also graded by the physiotherapist and this time on a scale of 0-5. Once again there will be several muscles that will be tested, in both legs to determine if a specific nerve in the low back is having a problem sending signals.
Sensation tests are the last of the three conduction tests. They are performed with the patient’s eyes closed, with light touch on the skin of the legs, usually with a tissue. We use this to determine if the patient’s sensation is normal, altered or reduced. This is usually performed on specific locations, that again correspond to specific nerve level in the low back. Comparisons in the sensations are compared between the right and left leg to determine if one diminished.
Contrary to popular belief, reflex testing isn't confined to the lower limbs. The nerve conduction tests encompass the upper extremities as well. For individuals grappling with cervical concerns, such as neck issues, reflex assessments on the arms offer insights into the health of cervical neural networks.
The decision to do more neurological tests depends greatly on your specific symptoms and pattern of presentation. Your physiotherapist may decide to test the function of your Central Nervous System which includes the spinal cord. There are several in clinic tests that could be chosen, including the Babinski response in which the metal end of the reflex hammer is used along the bottom of the foot, causing the toes to move. Movement in a distinct and specific way indicates to the physiotherapist that there may be a spinal cord problem.
Although nerve complications may elicit concern, they are a rarity. However, when detected, their significance cannot be understated. Physiotherapists assume the role of vigilant gatekeepers, inquiring about sensitive indicators like bowel and bladder functionality as part of a comprehensive neural evaluation. Should alterations in neural function emerge, your Physiotherapist can expertly gauge the necessity of medical referrals and imaging procedures, while simultaneously assessing whether physiotherapy interventions can yield favorable outcomes.
At MOOV Physiotherapy our physiotherapists act as the Sherlock Holmes of your body, decoding and solving the mystery of pain and nerves. Armed with the latest research and evidence-informed tools they will help you navigate the twists and turns of your health journey. So, next time you hear the word "reflex," get ready to embark on a nerve stimulating journey with your Physiotherapist!

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Arizona was hit with a massive dust storm that turned day into night, halted flights and knocked out power to over 8,000 people. Those in the midst of this amazing storm fired up their cameras and began capturing video of the storm as it hit. Check out the footage above from Mike Olbinski and from Scott Wood below. [Scott Wood and Mike Olbinski]
I've lived here in Arizona my whole life and this is the first time I've heard a Dust Storm called a "Haboob". While I admit that it is a fun word to say, why are we using this word all of a sudden? I would think that it was something that just I had missed somehow, but I have tons of friends on Facebook saying the same thing.


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I would rank 2007 as the worst year of my life and 99.99% of it is because I lost Jeannie in July. When my father passed away in 1985, it was mitigated by my meeting Jeannie that same year. Successes on the work front pale in relation to the loss of my beloved Jeannie as much wind had been knocked out of my sail.
Now, as I contemplate the new year, I feel a need to seek new impetus. A certain mindset perhaps, to carry me through. This was the 1st January message I put out to friends for 2008:
"Today being the first day of the rest of our lives, I am determined to make 2008 be about living 365 days and not one day 365 times! How about you? Happy New Day!"
The words may not be very original but for me, they do strike a chord.

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Some of the hands that many players value a great deal, such as AK just don't be able to determine the win percentages of any two starting hands instantly. When one player has a pair and is up against two under cards, for instance; AA vs. The hand with the higher card will usually be between to win the race.
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Peter Ryder, CEO of property and financial services firm Indochina Capital, may never have ended up in Vietnam, had it not been for a fateful business proposition in late 1991. Yet the image he conjures of that moment seems almost more akin to the start of an Indiana Jones film than the first steps of successful entrepreneurship.
“I was sitting in my office in New York at Salomon Brothers, the investment bank,” he recalls. “I was literally within a day or two of leaving the place. I’d resigned a few months earlier to go off and start my own firm. I was staying just through the end of the year – I can’t even remember why.
“Anyway, my fax machine began to buzz and hum and whatnot, and it spat out an old tourist map of Saigon – Ho Chi Minh City. And on it was marked an ‘X’, with a line up to the border of the map, where it said, ‘Would you be interested in this site?’ That was really the last piece of the puzzle, if you will.”
Vietnam had sunk into Peter’s awareness long before, albeit from a vastly different angle. In 1969, when he was attending prep school in Boston, the anti-war movement was in full swing. At the same time, his CBS-employed father had the station’s news on every night at 6.30pm, so the war was broadcast into his living room, courtesy of news anchor Walter Cronkite, “the most trusted man in America”. At the age of 15, Peter found himself deeply invested in Vietnam, through a growing, ardent opposition to the war (while it’s known as the Vietnam War in America, it’s called the American War in Vietnam; Peter just calls it “the war”).
Having such an ingrained political–historical perspective, Peter’s move was about more than just the financial prospects; to this day, he has a “real interest” in seeing the South-East Asian nation succeed. What’s more, his first step towards Vietnam in 1992 made him one of the country’s earliest American investors; it wasn’t until 1994 that US President Bill Clinton lifted the trade embargo, nearly two decades after communist forces prevailed in Saigon and reunified the war-torn nation.
However, Peter’s initial trip opened his eyes to the potential of Vietnam as an investor’s dream. He had spent a few years in Asia previously, in Tokyo, and hearing stories about South-East Asian growth, he was looking for ways to get back to Asia. Here, suddenly, was this chance to get in on the ground floor of an emerging economy, ripe with promise.
“After just a couple of days in Ho Chi Minh City, in January 1992, it was like a slap in the face,” he says. “The opportunity, the potential, just hit me and here I was in Vietnam, where I’d always wanted to go. There was an incredible amount of buying and selling going on. I mean, frenetic commercial activity. There’s this hyper-entrepreneurial culture in Vietnam. I said to myself, ‘If this is communism, then the world needs a whole lot more of it.’”
As a kid, Peter had thought he would always end up on Wall Street, having grown up in New York. But in high school and university, he “got hooked” on archaeology and anthropology – another similarity to Harrison Ford’s unorthodox archaeologist. He spent several years in Central America (Costa Rica, Guatemala, Honduras) studying ancient Mayan civilisations. But even with fieldwork, scholarships, articles and awards under his belt, he began to grow dissatisfied with academic life.
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By Joseph Hamrick
The Commerce Journal
Commerce residents may have a chance to vote on whether they want a pool and recreation center built on the May 2014 voting ballot.
The conversation came about through the city pool closing down in summer of 2012 due to a broken pump and was deemed too costly to repair.
Residents from members of the Commerce TigerSharks Swim team to former Commerce City Councilmember Tony Henry have asked the city to look into possible solutions for the broken pool on Park Street.
“We’ve been certainly involved with this for the past several months,” Commerce Mayor John Ballotti said.
According to Henry, a new pool and recreation center are crucial to Commerce’s positive growth.
“It is vital that we have a rec center and swimming pool,” he said, proposing that the council look into an indoor/outdoor pool and recreation center in Commerce. “We have been working and talking with the board with workshopping to see how we can get this done.”
Henry said the outdoor pool would be used for recreation and the indoor one would be for swim meets throughout the year. The recreation center would have a gym and meeting rooms for senior citizens of Commerce, which Henry said would go along well with Commerce now being officially recognized as a certified retirement community.
The cost for the pool and recreation center is currently at $4 million, but Henry said as a former councilmember he knows it is better to overestimate the cost than to underestimate it. Henry said he expects the final cost to be significantly lower than the current estimate.
Another positive thing Henry said is Commerce is eligible for what is called a New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC) program.
An NMTC is a tax incentive for investors to invest in low-income rural communities to spur economic growth.
“We do qualify for that,” he said, adding that the incentive could pay for up to $800,000 of the project. “We could get 20 to 25 percent funded off the top.”
Henry said he has been moving things quickly and said for the city to expect a petition asking for the Commerce Economic Development Corporation to help fund the project within two weeks.
“We should put the petition on the ballot to let them (the voters) decide,” he said. “We just need to get jump started.”
The council can expect another updated report from Henry during the October meeting, Henry said.
“If we don’t talk about it then we won’t do it,” he said. “We need to do something and we need to do it now.”
Ballotti said the council will discuss the possible project and awaits Henry’s next update.
“I assure you that we will take this under advisement,” he said.


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Singapore-based maritime firm K.S. Marine underwent a creditors’ voluntary liquidation on 23 October after an extraordinary meeting, stated notices posted on the Government Gazette on Friday (30 October).
The company’s activities include the building and repair of ships, tankers, and other ocean-going vessels, according to information from the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory (ACRA) of Singapore.
Creditors of K.S. Marine are required to submit particulars of their debts or claims in writing, by their solicitors or personally, on or before 30 November 2020 to the Liquidator otherwise they will be excluded from the benefit of any distribution made before such debts are proved.
The Liquidator’s contact details are as follows:
Farooq Ahmad Mann
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‘We need to keep in mind the saying “penny wise pound foolish”,’ says Captain Rahul Choudhuri, the Managing Director AMEA at VPS, who stresses on the essential role of the Bunker Surveyor.
Legal representatives met at the High Court on Tuesday to discuss the discharge of KPMG liquidators from all liability in respect of conduct in the course of winding up, show court documents.
Global sentence adjusts to 80 month’s imprisonment term for both Chang and Koh under application of the Masui sentencing framework; fine of SGD 6.2 million against Chang remains unchanged.
Company has been ranked EIGHTH for 2020; ‘we are humbled and proud to be placed amongst the top ten winners of the Enterprise 50 Awards,’ says Satnam Singh, COO, Sing Fuels.
Mads Bjornebye, Manager of Bunker Services at Teekay Tankers Ltd, shares about the company’s perspective of e-BDNs, bunker purchasing & planning tools, while offering his thoughts on future marine fuels.
Maritime sector may find it increasingly challenging to manage bunker prices, Dennis Ho, Managing Director at ElbOil Singapore tells Singapore bunkering publication Manifold Times.

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Last week I was driving home from where I used to live in North Haverhill (on the west side of the White Mountains) when I encountered Mabel Frazer. She was walking alone along a country road. She looked so independent and great that I turned my car around and asked if I might take her photograph. Yes, she said, looking pleased. She told me that she lived in Vermont, had worked in a nearby factory for thirty years, and commutes to work for an hour back and forth every day. This is her favorite time of year. She makes herself fifteen (or so) different outfits for Halloween, and she wears them to work in celebration.
I'm truly sorry that I didn't get to see Mabel in any, and all, of her other get-ups. But my friend Lois, who lives close by, saw her the very next day. According to Lois, Mabel was wearing a green and yellow caterpillar costume, with purple dots - complete with the signature bouncing antennae! She was still in the middle of nowhere, walking on her ownsome along the road.
After four years in North Haverhill, my landlords wanted their cabin back, so I moved - across the Kancamagus Highway to the other side of the White Mountains, to a different (but different in an essential way) small town, Center Conway. To another log house, although, this one not all in the woods, more on a lake. It's very good. I don't know anyone around, but I'm hoping that my friend in Santa Fe was right when she wrote to me, 'as far as making friends, you could make friends with a pile of lumber in the middle of the Sahara.'
These are the only photos that I have so far. I've been off the blog for so long I don't know quite how to begin again - but I'll just put some stuff on and leave it at that for now.
My new address is: P. O. Box 449, Center Conway, New Hampshire 03813. 1 603 662 0648.


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IF YOU own a dog then you are likely to live longer, a new study has found, with some breeds especially good at ensuring your longevity.
BBL is the latest craze to hit Australia... and it has nothing to do with cricket.
SOUTH Australian eye transplant recipients are enjoying better results from a new medical technique.
MIKE Hussey faced many anxious times in his cricket career but nothing compared to almost losing two babies and his wife.
BILL Gates has pledged $130 million of his own money to help fight Alzheimer’s disease, saying he’s “optimistic” a treatment can be found.
PERCHED on the bridge and ready to throw himself off, Dan Price received a lifeline from a cop. This is what he told him.
BRISBANE mother Amanda Stork fought for seven years for an explanation for her ill health, but no doctor could tell her what was wrong.
A HANDFUL of humble words could betray exactly how stressed you really are. And they’re not the swear words you might expect.
Australia legalises edible consumption of hemp, which is being touted as a superfood. It could see cannabis cookies, minus the high, coming to a cafe near you.
THE grieving mum Summer Griffiths has spoken of her shock after her “bubbly, happy and beautiful girl” died within hours of being admitted into hospital.
IT’S a theme tune seared into our memories from its high rotation in the ’80s. Now three decades later comes evidence the “Slip, Slop, Slap” campaign has paid off in the nation’s melanoma capital.
Spend less time organising your workout and more time doing other things with tips.
AFTER years of living a lie, Bianca Young outed herself as a (nearly) bald woman with a rare condition. The response was surprising.
NOAH Hallam, 3, of Whyalla has had seven surgeries and one to come but is still smiling, while his parents Steven and Bree are preparing a fundraising bike ride in support of Ronald McDonald House.
A COMPANY has come up with a genius way to encourage its workforce to quit smoking — an extra week of time off each year that they stay off cigarettes.
A South Australian medical expert helped save the lives of a mother and her new baby after she found out she had cancer and was pregnant at the same time.
WORLD-first research in Adelaide that involves taking the blood samples of donors every seven minutes aims to unlock the mystery of a debilitating illness that has no cure or treatment.
HEALTH insurance customers could miss out on promised cuts to hefty fund premiums unless the nation’s chief financial watchdog takes a stand.
MARRIED couples have 60 per cent less chance of developing dementia, a new study has revealed.
MILLIONAIRE fitness guru Michelle Bridges has opened up on the “brutal” backlash she copped after making comments about “morbidly obese” people.


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Meet Author Sarah Turner
October 12, 2023 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
DSNetwork invites caregivers and siblings to join us for an interactive discussion with author, Sarah Turner, about her newly released memoir, where she recounts the heartwarming and humorous moments with Adam and the challenges she has faced as a sibling of someone with Down syndrome.
From her earliest memories, Sarah’s life has been shaped by her brother, Adam, who has Down syndrome. Growing up with him has given her a unique perspective on the world and taught her valuable lessons about acceptance and love. Sarah is currently an undergraduate student of Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of Arizona.


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Big announcement to share with you officially through the blog. If you follow me on Twitter, you may have seen the latest project announced there. I am a 25% of a new podcast network called Model Citizens Media.
What is Model Citizens Media?
It is a brand for myself and three friends—Logan Moore, Mario Rivera, and Michael Ruiz—to create, proliferate, and share podcasts and ideas. Topics that fascinate us, real-life stories, or goofing around fuel the fire of our shows. Speaking of which…
What are the shows Model Citizens Media produces?
At the start, there are four shows. Two brand new ones and two you may be familiar with.
- The Model Citizens Show– The flagship show of the site and network. All four of us talk about whatever in a conversational based podcast. Inspired by the Comedy Button and the GameOverGreggy Show.
- Reeling in the Years– A music podcast where Michael and Logan discuss and explore a specific year in music. How did music play out that year, notable artists, their favorites and such.
- Millennial Gaming Speak– MGS is the gaming podcast I have been a co-host of for the passed two years. Logan hosts with me and we discuss the on-goings in the video game industry.
- Behind the Pixel– Behind the Pixel is the name I settled on for my new interview series where I pick the brains of folks in the video game industry. You may have seen my first episode (more on it below) with Kirk Hamilton. Interview 2 (and hopefully 3 and 4) are on the way soon!
You can find all of these shows on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, YouTube, and SoundCloud*!
*Only for MGS
Behind the Pixel
An homage to the saying “behind the curtain,”Behind the Pixel is an interview series dedicated to an inside look into the video game industry and the people that make up all parts. Video games are a multi-billion dollar industry and fosters a passionate community. I want to explore the people that make it all happen, engage the community, and get fired up about games.
You may have seen episode one pushed heavily here on the site and my Twitter feed, before Model Citizens Media and the show itself had a name. My interview with Kirk Hamilton was an absolute treat. It taught me quite a bit about conducting an interview. I’m eager to carry out those lessons in future interviews.
To avoid brand confusion, I am editing the blog post here on Go Left Gaming to link to the posting on Model Citizens Media. The MCS post is identical to the post you would have found here over these past months. The content is the same, it just now has a proper home. Check it out!
That’s the blurb I had about Model Citizens Media. We are recording episode three of The Model Citizens Show tomorrow night (04/04/17). Tune in live on YouTube. You can follow @ModelPods for a link when we go live.
Make sure to check out the site proper for full details, show descriptions, and and episodes. Go here to check out Model Citizens Media.
Mario made a vlog for his YouTube channel making a similar announcement. He reflects how I feel. This is an exciting time for all of us and we are eager to create and share. We hope you will become a fellow citizen and follow us on this journey!