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- Enterprise networking equipment including LAN switches (Fast Ethernet/Gigabit Ethernet/10 Gigabit Ethernet, Layer 2/3/4-7, modular, fixed managed, and fixed unmanaged), WLAN, datacenter networking equipment and routers (residential, SOHO, low-end, midrange, high-end), SD-WAN infrastructure
- Telco networking equipment: routers and switches, wireless equipment, fixed access, optical network
- European network life-cycle services (NLS): consulting and integration, outsourcing (managed), support and maintenance
- Trends around SDN, 5G and fiber optic, SD-WAN, and network virtualization and the impact on enterprise and telco network and related services
- The influence that key technology trends like multicloud, IoT and AI will have on networks
- European network equipment forecast, 2022-2026
- European datacenter network infrastructure forecast, 2022-2026
- European SD-WAN infrastructure market shares
- European network consulting and integration services forecast, 2022-2026
- European NFV forecast, 2022-2026
- Network as a Service opportunities in Europe
- 5G CSP Spending 2022-2026
- European Enterprise Communications Survey results, 2022
- RAN evolution and ORAN
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Key Questions Answered
- Which infrastructure and life-cycle services do enterprises and telcos use today and what are their future requirements?
- How can players in this market ensure that they stay relevant in the cloud/virtualization era and be profitable?
- What is the market size and forecast of the specific network infrastructure categories, including in the datacenter?
- What is the impact of software-defined networking, cloud managed networking, Network as a Service models on the NLS and infrastructure market?
- What is the impact of network virtualization and network disaggregation on networking infrastructure and related services?
- Who are the key players and how do they stack up?
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- Ciena Corporation
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- Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
- Infinera Corporation
- Juniper Networks, Inc.
- KPN N.V.
- Logicalis Group Limited
- NEC Corporation
- NTT DATA Corporation
- Netcracker Technology Corp.
- Nokia Corporation
- Orange S.A.
- Proximus Group
- Swisscom Ltd.
- Telecom Italia SpA
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Srinagar:Hurriyat Leader and Jammu Kashmir Peoples League Chairman Mukhtar Ahmad Waza Today Visited the residence of Krad Shangus Youth Nisar Ahmad Bhat and expressed solidarity with his family.Nisar Ah was martyred by Army in an encounter at Machil area of Kupwara, when Army claimed that it killed three militants who were trying to infiltrate into this part of Kashmir from Machhil Sector.
Waza said he was buried in Tanghdar area but his family back in Krad Shangus area of South Kashmir are demanding his body.He,said that his body should be exhumed and handed over to his family.
Mukhtar Ahmad Waza further urged the international human rights organizations to play role in stopping the ongoing bloodshed in Kashmir.
He said that It is high time world community intervenes and urges New Delhi to stop killing Kashmiris and resolve the Kashmir dispute as per the aspirations of Kashmiri people.
On the occasion,Party Members Nisar Ahmad Rather,Riyaz Dar,Shabir Ah Nanwai and Javaid wani also accompanied Mukhtar waza.

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Can stainless be re-passivated?
My boats submerged (in salt water)outdrive 300 series stainless steel parts/prop shaft have been exposed to a heavy dose of swimming pool chlorine for about three weeks, the stainless taking on a black mottled sponge like appearance, though still smooth to the touch. The source of the chlorine has been removed, the boat is still moored in salt water. Will the stainless become "passivated" again, or is a very expensive overhaul/replacement of parts required? I recognize that this is out of your usual scope, but cannot find anyone in the local boat/marine community that has an answer.
- San Diego, California, USA
You apparently already know of the problems caused on stainless by chlorine from swimming pools. This is obviously an unusual situation where you have the combination of swimming pool water and salt water in the ocean.
If the steel has any pit corrosion microscopically, you will continue to have ongoing problems. The stainless will not repassivate under these conditions. The stainless SHOULD be pulled out and repassivated to be safe. Realizing that you may not want to do this, you should be VERY careful to watch the parts to make sure that you do not have ongoing corrosion and even structural damage later.
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In order to detect crises well in advance, the municipality needs to monitor what is happening in the world. Today there is no clear method for this: everyone does in their own way. In the ELISA project we take inspiration from a method used in the municipality's crime prevention work: Effective Collaboration for Security (EST). In this method, different organizations report each week what happens in society and assess together what trends occur and what different actors in society can do to respond to these events. What if the municipality could to continuously and systematically gather information in the same way to detect crisis?
The sooner society discovers events that can develop into a crisis or disaster, the faster society can act and limit the consequences of the event. The municipality has a special responsibility at the local level to ensure that authorities, business, voluntary organizations and citizens are activated in good time and together fight the crisis (geographical area responsibility).
Many things can become a crisis, such as extreme weather conditions (storms, floods), technical disruptions (power outages, computer viruses), epidemics (infectious diseases), social unrest (riots) or attacks (terrorist attacks). Thus, it is a major challenge for a municipality to constantly monitor all these areas.
The aim of the project is to engage more actors to report events and to assess their consequences in a uniform way so that we get more complete and better situation pictures. This, in turn, means that crises are detected earlier and handled more effectively.
In the ELISA project, we collaborate with societal actors (the police, Skövde municipality and the community protection center of Mid-Skaraborg) who experience difficulties in developing flexible and systematic processes for obtaining and managing situational images in everyday life.
In addition, two technology companies are participating who, with their solutions, want to streamline and simplify information gathering and assessment. IP.1 has "simple" as motto and in the project they will test if information gathering can be simplified with SMS surveys. Embrace Safety has as motto "knowledge-based" and "systematic" and with the help of their methods we want to professionalize the social actors' working methods so that they do not miss important information.


A humpback whale washed ashore
(Mirror Daily, United States) Rescue teams are always there to help animals in need. Unfortunately, this was not the case of a humpback whale, which was found on the beach of Sea Isle City, in New Jersey. Specialists found the humpback whale washed ashore on Friday, and according to them, it must have died at sea.
People at the Marine Mammal Strand Center were in charge with the humpback whale washed ashore in Sea Isle City. Experts determined that the large marine animal must have died four or five days before being dragged to the shore by the restless waves. Veterinarians who examined it observed that it showed signs of exhaustion.
The autopsy was completed the following day, and it revealed further details on the status of the humpback whale. The procedure took specialists no less than eight hours. All signs seem to indicate that the animal met humans at sea. Researchers believe that getting entangled in fishing gear was the first problem of the animal. After struggling with it, the whale got problems which prevent it from feeding and eating properly.
Moreover, another important factor which must have contributed to the animal’s death is that it collided with a ship. Being hit by a large vessel must have been the final cause which led to the humpback whale’s death, and, eventually, its body ended up on the coasts of New Jersey.
The Marine Mammal Strand Center was also in charge of removing the body of the humpback whale and cleaning the beach. Workers used special, heavy equipment to perform the task.
The humpback whale washed ashore on Friday afternoon was a young male. According to specialists who did the measurement, it weighed twenty tons, and it was approximately thirty-three feet long. Humpback whale adults can grow more than this, reaching more than forty feet long, and weighing over thirty tons.
Humpback whales are kind marine mammals, one of the largest that roam the seas and oceans of the world. They use echolocation to communicate and navigate, and males are famous for being able to produce long songs, which last for ten or even twenty minutes. They migrate, and in summer they feed in cold waters at the poles. They spend their breeding season in warm waters, in tropical regions.
Humpback whales used to be hunted, but now they face other human threats which endanger the population. Entanglement in fishing gear is just one of them, and it happened to with the humpback whale washed ashore in Sea Isle City.
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Okay. Seriously. How cool is this vintage camper Halloween costume!
Kitchen Fun with my 3 Sons created a vintage camper costume for their son using a refrigerator box and spray paint.
How ingenious! They deserves an award for their creativity.
Although, I do wonder how one would collect candy with this happy design. Perhaps the door opens to one side.
It certainly steals the show!
And even more special, the family modeled it after their own vintage camper.
If you are interested in reading more about how Kitchen Fun with my 3 Sons constructed this costume, please click through to peruse their article. And, if you design one of your own, leave a link with pictures in the comment section below. I’d love to see it!
Source: Kitchen Fun With My 3 Sons: Our 2012 Homemade Halloween Costumes…Let’s Go Camping!

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Gather round listeners, and hear the tales of the tales that we consumed so you don't have to. Kevin almost enjoys I Am Mother, Opie talks Murder Mystery, his review of Aladdin, and Too Funny to Fail. Pete spurs on a quick discussion about Godzilla King of All Monsters, The Crown and Jupiter Ascending, and Alex rounds...
Jun 12, 2019
The fellas cover a little bit of everything in this episode: streaming picks, Godzilla, new Terminator: Dark Fate trailer, and some of the worst movies ever made. This one has a little bit of everything. Thanks for listening, enjoy!
Jun 5, 2019
Due to some scheduling conflicts, we couldn't record a new show this week. But we didn't want to leave a hole in your podcast hearts. Alex's disdain for Solo is real, deep, and often referenced. On Opie's previous podcast (Plan B with Opie) there was a whole episode on why.

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San Francisco Gate reports that the US Army is preparing to deploy to Iraq two 4-ton "tactical biomass refineries" designed to turn piles of trash into electricity. "Each can run for 20 hours on a ton of trash, producing enough power to light a small village."
The novel machines were built by defense contractors and Purdue University scientists as part of the Army's push to reduce troops' diesel fuel use in Iraq, where convoys are frequently targeted by insurgents.
The design sounds quite elegant, yet it is complex; so the first step is to field test the prototype in Iraq.
Nate Mosier, an assistant professor of agricultural and biological engineering who is overseeing the work at Purdue, said the refineries are unique in their ability to burn multiple fuels at once. They're also portable, designed to fit snugly into a standard shipping container.
The trash-to-energy process begins when unfiltered garbage is fed into a chute, falling into a grinder that chews the trash into small pieces.
Organic food waste heads to a bioreactor where an industrial fermenting process produces ethanol. In another chamber, plastic, cardboard and other trash items are heated to create low-grade propane or methane.
Those gases and the ethanol are then combusted in the refinery's modified diesel engine, which powers a 60-kilowatt generator [possibly similar to the one pictured].
About 10 percent of the electricity the refineries produce are used for the machines' power needs, but the remaining 90 percent would be available for the troops.
Like all trash to energy projects, utility hangs on reliability and maintenance cost. If you only have one and it breaks or needs an overhaul, you are in a black out. So, you'd still need diesel fuel backup for those periods.
And they better be careful not to have a few bullets left on the cafeteria trays!
Via::SF Gate, "Army to Turn Trash Into Power in Iraq" Image credit::Defense Link, Photo Archive, "U.S. Air Force airmen, assigned to the 62nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, work together pushing an 86 diesel generator in place at McChord Air Force Base, Wash., Jan. 24, 2006..." (excerpted)

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I have enjoyed watching the colours come together, you can't predict how they will turn out when you first pick up the ball so I thought I'd do a little colour chart of how they work up.
Below shows the before (the yarn of ball) & the after (the squares) side by side. I will of course, show you more details of the blanket at a later date, in the meantime, enjoy my stripey yarn piccies!
If you want to pick up some of this fab yarn, you can get some from here. The yarn is a lovely soft acrylic, cotton & wool blend. I will be definitely be using this yarn again, it crochets so easily & is super soft.

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Are you also an avid follower of Alton Brown? This celebrity chef not just gave me the best recipe there is, but taught me how to make it the right way. I have this habit of collecting recipes of my favorite food. One day, I just came across with the Alton Brown quiche, and since then, I found myself making the delicious tart for whatever party or occasion it might be.
In fact, I guess I am already obsessed with quiche that it has become a part of our family’s favorite recipes. Let me share with you the Alton Brown Quiche that I managed to make and perfect in time.
Do you know what a quiche is?
For a brief background, quiche or “refrigerator pie” as Alton Brown usually calls it, is simply a baked flan, pie, or tart with a flavorful filling that could be meat, seafood, or vegetables. The combination of milk or cream and eggs makes the flaky crust thick. Although it is from French cuisine, you can find the recipe anywhere. Wherever there is a party, this pie never fails to pop up.
Hence, when Alton Brown a famous celebrity shared his quiche recipe, all who loves to bake (including me) have found a new interest to indulge with at home. Therefore, I am sharing it to you as well.
Alton Brown Refrigerator Pie Recipe
Quiche is easy and fast to make, so it really is not that hard to try even when you are baking it for the first time. The truth is I can mix all the ingredients I want inside my fridge (leftovers and whatever) if I have to. Maybe that is why Alton called it refrigerator pie. Nothing is easier than tossing all you like in a bowl, using a wooden spoon to mix it with egg and pour the mixture over a pie crust.
Hey, what I like about Alton’s quiche recipe is that he encourages using a frozen pie crust, which is convenient for me. He also is open to giving me choices on what fillings I like to use.
- 1 cup of heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 2 pinches Kosher salt
- Freshly grated nutmeg
- 1 frozen 9-inch pie crust for each refrigerator pie (that fits a 9-inch baking dish or glass plate)
If you like a little bit of a challenge and prefer your own homemade pie crust, here is a link to Alton Brown’s pie crust recipe. Enjoy!
For the pie filling, you can try choosing any of the following combinations (or improvise your own). However, I suggest that one out of the three must be any kind of cheese.
- Cooked spinach, cheddar cheese, cubed cooked ham
- Bacon, sautéed leeks, and Gruyere cheese
- Cooked spinach, canned artichoke hearts, and parmesan cheese
- Roasted Chicken, goat cheese, and sundried tomatoes
- Blanched asparagus and smoked salmon
- Spam and Port Salut (semi-soft cheese with a creamy flavor and smooth texture)
The ingredients are only good for one 9” pie (8 servings).
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- You can place a baking sheet under your frozen pie crust so that spillage will not end up all over your oven.
- Add all the ingredients of the filling you decided to pick. Make sure cutting them into bits small enough for the mixture. Pour all of it in the pie crust and arrange evenly.
- Meanwhile, beat the eggs in a non-reactive stainless steel bowl and mix in the heavy cream, salt, and nutmeg. Whisk until all the ingredients are well blended.
- Pour the egg mixture on top of the pie just enough to fill in the edges. The egg will expand during the cooking process. If ever it spills a bit, then the baking sheet will catch it.
- Now, bake it for 45 minutes or until you notice that, the edges are brown and all set. The center must also be a bit firm like Jell-O.
- Remove from the oven and let it sit and cool at room temperature for 15-30 minutes. This will allow time for the pie to settle down so it will be easier to cut.
- Serve and enjoy!
Here is a video tutorial on how to make the Alton Brown Quiche:
Crepe Quiche Lorraine courtesy of Alton Brown
This recipe is another variety of Alton Brown’s quiche, only this time it is served in crepes instead of pie crusts.
- 1 large egg
- 6 tbsp. whole milk
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tbsp. unsalted melted butter
- 2 tbsp. chopped fresh herbs (as you like)
- ½ tsp. kosher salt
For the quiches:
- 1 tsp. unsalted butter; and more for the pan
- ¼ cup sliced onion
- 2 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 4 large eggs, beaten
- 6 ounces whole milk
- Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
- ¼ cup of shredded cheddar cheese
- When making the crepes, using a food processor, blend in all crepe ingredients excluding the butter for the pan coating. Pulse in 10 seconds. Let the batter sit in the fridge for an hour letting the bubbles settle down. This will make the crepes sturdy during the cooking.
- Heat the butter-coated skillet over medium-low heat. Pour ¼-cup batter into the center of the pan and twirl to spread equally. Cook for half a minute, then flip. After 10 seconds, remove and place it flat to cool on a cutting board. Do the same for the rest of the batter.
- When making the quiches, preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. In a pan, melt the butter and sweat the onions until soft. Then in a bowl, mix the onion and crumbled bacon together. In another bowl, whisk the eggs and mix the milk, salt, and pepper until well blended.
- In a muffin pan, place a crepe in each cup slot. Make the edges of the crepe to slightly pleated and overlap the edges of the cups. Pour the bacon and onion mixture in each cup, and sprinkle the cheese evenly in each of them. Then pour the egg mixture next.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until the egg mixture is totally set. Let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Can I make a quiche without a crust?
Yes, it is possible to make a crustless quiche by simply pouring the egg and filling mixture into a well-greased pie dish or baking dish. However, the crust adds flavor and texture to the quiche, so it is recommended to use one if possible.
Can I use a different type of cheese in the quiche?
Yes, you can use any type of cheese that you prefer in the quiche. However, it is important to choose a cheese that melts well and complements the other flavors in the filling. Some good options include Swiss, Gouda, feta, and cheddar.
Can I use frozen vegetables in the quiche filling?
Yes, you can use frozen vegetables in the quiche filling. However, it is important to thaw and drain them before adding them to the mixture to prevent excess moisture.
How can I tell if the quiche is done baking?
The quiche is done baking when the edges are golden brown and the center is set but still slightly jiggly. You can test this by gently shaking the dish – if the center wobbles excessively, it needs more time in the oven.
Can I make a quiche in advance?
Yes, you can make a quiche in advance and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. To reheat, simply place it in a preheated oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes.
Can I freeze a quiche?
Yes, you can freeze a quiche by wrapping it tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil before placing it in the freezer. To reheat, let it thaw overnight in the refrigerator and then bake it in a preheated oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes.
How can I prevent the quiche crust from getting soggy?
To prevent the quiche crust from getting soggy, you can pre-bake it for a few minutes before adding the filling. Another option is to brush the crust with a beaten egg white before adding the filling, which creates a barrier and helps to keep the moisture from seeping in.
Can I make a mini quiche?
Yes, you can make mini quiches using muffin tins or mini pie dishes. Simply adjust the amount of filling and baking time accordingly.
Can I add meat to the quiche filling?
Yes, you can add meat to the quiche filling such as bacon, ham, or chicken. Just make sure to cook the meat thoroughly before adding it to the mixture.
How can I make a low-carb or keto-friendly quiche?
To make a low-carb or keto-friendly quiche, you can use a crust made from almond flour or coconut flour instead of traditional pastry dough. You can also substitute heavy cream for milk to reduce the carb count, and use low-carb vegetables like spinach or asparagus in the filling.
What is your own combination of quiche filling? The Alton Brown quiche recipe provides several choices that are a guarantee to be a hit for your family and friends. It is actually fun tossing several ingredients especially most of them are a few of your favorites. It does not matter whether they are frozen or fresh it always ends up delish.
Quiche is delicious served either cold or hot. Try making one now and see if you can make exactly the same quiche Alton makes. On the other hand, do you think your version is much better? Let us find out, shall we?

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Kitchener proposes $110M plan to stimulate economic recovery
The $110-million fund would help with job growth, business recovery and affordable housing because of cancellations, closures and job losses as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. A staff report shows they plan to get the money by taking $10 million from the Economic Development Reserve, borrowing $20 million and selling surplus city-owned to get around $80 million. The fund is expected to last about a decade, until 2030. The money will be used for various projects to help residents and businesses get back on their feet. The city said its number one priority is affordable housing.
City of Quebec launched a currency to encourage purchases from local merchants
Quebec City residents can buy “packages” of the local currency in various denominations that can be redeemed for 20-60% more than their purchased cost. Within a few hours the entire packages on offer had been sold out raising over $ 130,000 for local businesses.
Ma Zone Québec is a transactional platform for discovering Quebec-based local entrepreneurs and local products and services.
There is recognition that even if you want to buy local, sometimes it’s difficult to find products and services. The objective of this platform is to favor local purchases in a simple, practical and friendly way to really allow a change in consumption habits. The mission of Ma Zone Québec is also to participate in the influence of our local entrepreneurs. Ma Zone Québec is a showcase that challenges itself to make the people behind the products and services known. Craftsmen, entrepreneurs, creators, founders, they are the ones who must be highlighted and made discover their inspiring stories.
The South Island Prosperity Index provides a snapshot of the Victoria region’s monthly economic recovery during and following COVID19
The 2020 Prosperity Index features comparative data on 33 indicators which provide a picture of economic health across three themes: Economic Vibrancy, Equity & Inclusion, Environmental Prosperity.


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SUNY-ESF Making Own Biodiesel
17% of ESF fleet runs on biodiesel
SYRACUSE, N.Y. – A student at the SUNY-ESF College of Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF) is using waste fryer oil from a nearby student dining hall to make biodiesel fuel that helps run ESF vehicles.
Seventeen percent of ESF’s vehicles now operate on biodiesel, including buses, trucks and even bulldozers. A third of the ESF fleet runs on some form of alternative fuel (e.g. electric, hybrid electric, compressed natural gas, and flex fuel, which is 85 percent ethanol and 15 percent unleaded gas).
Greg Boyd, a senior at ESF, works with a processor installed in former greenhouse on the ESF campus. He uses waste vegetable oil (fryer oil) from a dining hall at neighboring Syracuse University. The waste oil is strained and then pumped into the bioprocessor. Methanol is added to produce biodiesel. Sodium hydroxide is added as a catalyst for the methanol.
After 24 hours, the glycerol settles to the bottom and is siphoned off. ESF researchers are using the glycerol to make biodegradable plastic. Glycerol is already used in the manufacture of soap and a variety of make-up products.
The biodiesel is washed with water to remove any impurities and it is then ready for use in any modified diesel engine. Boyd says it produces 70 percent less emissions than petroleum diesel.
Boyd, who started making biodiesel when he was in high school, has modified the fuel lines in his 1989 Mercedes Benz so the car runs on biodiesel.
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After more than 20 years, Food Inc., a European-style cafe and wine bar known for its locally-sourced food and live jazz, is closing its doors at California & Divisadero. In its place will be Scopo Divino, a new wine bar.
Tipster Holland wrote in after noticing a Change of Ownership notice on the window, saying, “According to our server, Food Inc. will be closing in mid-March to make way for a wine bar.”
We have not yet received comment from the owner of Food Inc. on the reasons for the decision, but have confirmed that the restaurant will be closing and that Scopo Divino has applied for a beer and wine license at the location. According to city records, Food Inc. opened in 1991.
According to Scopo Divino’s Facebook page, the wine bar has been looking for a location since fall of 2014, and found the California Street spot after losing out on locations on Valencia and in the Fillmore.
If you're a Food Inc. regular, you'll want stop by in the next few weeks to say goodbye to the neighborhood standby.


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of the types of peeling applied to skin care is the gommage. It is curious that this term is translated from French as eraser. By means of gommage it is really possible to erase dead skin cells.
The cosmetic gommage differs from body scrubs and the person in more delicate action. This means for leaving does not contain in structure of firm parts therefore clarification happens more carefully. Gommages are generally made on the basis of fruit acids thanks to what there is not mechanical, but chemical impact on skin.
The gommage improves condition of skin, effectively cleaning, means also activates blood circulation and metabolism. The sparing peeling can be used even for very sensitive skin, at skin, dry, inflamed, thin, inclined to formation of eels. Clarification by gommage is recommended to be carried out not only as the independent procedure, but also for preparation of epidermis for drawing masks. Due to microcirculation improvement, skin perceives maximum of advantage of cosmetic procedures.
The gommage can be used in the presence of pimples, injuries of skin. But for this purpose the structure when drying does not need to be deleted mechanically, it is necessary to wash away means warm water.
Regular use of gentle peeling helps to fight against skin withering, dim complexion. Skin after gommage becomes freshen, shining and elastic. Means dissolves the died-off sections, the soft structure will not injure skin.
It will be possible to get gommages in any cosmetic shop, but it is possible to make peeling and independently. For example, for body use gommages with natural ground coffee, having mixed it with cream. Means with the processed oat-flakes diluted with milk will be suitable for the person.
It is possible to pick up gommage practically for any type of skin, and it is recommended to use delicate peeling more often than srub. For owners of the fat or combined skin the clarification by gommage 2-3 times a week will be suitable option, and at normal, dry type of skin – 1-2 times are more rare, for example.
The gommage is not recommended to be applied if the exit to the sun is necessary. Skin after clarification will be sensitive to ultraviolet.
That the gommage with fruit acids has better worked, it is more convenient to make the procedure in bath or the bathroom when skin is slightly steamed out. The creamy structure is caused on massage lines, it is necessary to avoid hit of peeling on skin around eyes and lips, mucous. It is enough to leave means for several minutes. As soon as the gommage begins to dry up, it is possible to remove it. For this purpose the soft crust is accurately skatyvat fingertips. It is necessary to avoid skin extension. The remains of means can be washed away warmish water.

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The second single off Edward Guglielmino‘s critically acclaimed record Sunshine State has been released, and we have its exclusively morbid video premiere! Indeed, “You’ll Be The Death Of Me” lives up to its title and takes an interesting turn… we hope you enjoy it as much as we did – but don’t say we didn’t warn you:
Buy the album HERE or stream on Spotify!
Clip by Jaymis Loveday – http://www.jaymis.com
Shows in support of the new single are coming up!
Thursday, 16 August 2012 19:00:00
The End w/the show – West End – Brisbane
Friday, 17 August 2012 20:00:00
Sound Lounge w/The Show and Timothy Carroll – Gold Coast
Saturday, 18 August 2012 20:00:00
The Spotted Cow w/The Show – Toowomba


The voluntary fleet grounding at Avantair apparently is continuing into its sixth day. Avantair told AIN earlier this week that it stood down its entire fleet of about 60 Piaggio Avantis on Saturday to conduct safety checks. According to sources, the action was prompted by a July 28 incident in which an Avantair Avanti shed an elevator in flight. On Tuesday, Avantair reported that 40 of its aircraft were back in service, but data from flight-tracking website FlightAware shows that none of the company’s aircraft are in the air today, suggesting the entire fleet is again grounded. Avantair was not available for comment at press time.
Avantair Fleet Grounding Apparently Continues
- October 25, 2012, 3:12 PM


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When heterosexual couples first start the process of expanding their family it is often a time of excitement. However, this can quickly change when a pregnancy takes longer than expected or a couples’ journey is filled with high hopes and followed by despair after a loss/miscarriage. Regardless of the length of this process, many couples report a shift in intimacy and sex as a result of fertility stressors. I refer to it, as the a shift from the focus being on pleasure/intimacy to “baby-making.” This is when factors that drive sex change from what they were before the couple tried to get pregnant. The new focus might be on ovulation, the impact of medical intervention on libido, frequency of intercourse and, desire for the creation of a baby. These things might overshadow all the other reasons a couple had intercourse at other times in their relationship. This shift is often painful and can lead to disconnection, frustration, and a change in how both partners may experience sex and might alter a couple’s desire to have sex. This can start a bigger cycle of avoidance and disappointment around sex and intimacy in general.
How do we avoid falling in this trap? Communication between partners is essential. Authentically discussing the struggles you are experiencing as a couple (even though those experiences might differ) is a critical piece to staying connected to one another. Connecting emotionally will help with feelings of loneliness, isolation, and blame that can be part of an infertility journey. Making time for each other and making sure that the emotional bond is present will enable each partner to make efforts at meeting each other’s needs. When emotional needs are met and a partner feels connected, sex can again take on a different meaning.
It is also important to find time to connect, not only about the current fertility struggles, but to connect or join in other activities, both independently and together. Make it a priority to have date nights, connecting with your support network, enjoy activities together that can impact fertility, such as exercise, healthy eating, and self-care. Spend some time reflecting on all the reasons you want to be have sex with your partner, such as, pleasure, relaxation, intimacy, desire, and fun. Talk with your partner about ways to bring those feelings back and what you might each need for that to occur. Some examples that might help: 1) changing who initiates sex, 2) being more spontaneous in terms of timing around sex, 3) trying different positions, 4) having sex outside the bedroom, 5) being intentional about having sex throughout your cycle, not just around ovulation. 6) Holding space for either partner to not be in the mood and finding other ways to be intimate that are not sexual. (touch, cuddling, taking a bath or shower together, kissing, and holding hands).
Other tips to have great mindfulness sex during struggles with fertility
Focus on where you and your partner experience pleasure, considering how to include the whole body, shift away from focus on orgasm.
Talk to your partner about pressure of touch, location, intensity, and speed. Give feedback and welcome feedback as a way to deepen both intimacy and communication.
Encourage foreplay for both partners as ways to focus on pleasure and reconnecting with each other.
Take time throughout the day to built up desire in a playful way connecting emotionally during the day, often helps couples have more sex.
Encourage spur of the moment intimacy, by making each other a priority in the moment.
Dr Van Bekkum practices in Denver and can be found at https://www.catalystcenterllc.com/
Dr. Lies van Bekkum

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His tweet, laden with anticipation, read, “Exciting times ahead! Just signed up to @friends_tech. Whose Key should I buy?” This revelation sent shockwaves through the crypto community, igniting a frenzy around the Key token.
FriendTech done ✅ wow)
— Andrei Grachev (@ag_dwf) September 16, 2023
As the news broke, the Key token’s price soared to an astonishing 1.26
Grachev’s decision to join forces with friends.tech, a platform known for its innovative approach to blockchain technology, underscores the growing influence of the crypto community. With his wealth of experience in DWF Labs, he brings a new wave of excitement and possibility to the crypto landscape.
The tweet also triggered a lively debate among crypto enthusiasts about which Key tokens Grachev might be eyeing. Some speculate he may have insider knowledge, while others believe his involvement alone is a ringing endorsement of the token’s potential.
Friends.tech, an emerging player in the crypto industry, has been gaining traction for its unique approach to decentralized finance and blockchain technology. Grachev’s entry into their ecosystem adds significant credibility and raises expectations for what’s to come.
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It ain't easy being cheesy. From ooey gooey mac and cheese to chilli cheese bites, these are the cheesiest recipes we've ever made. You're welcome.
Mob's Top Cheesy Recipes
Mob's French Onion Mac & Cheese
French onion with mac & cheese. The greatest culinary pairing since PB & J. The crispy golden breadcrumb, caramelised onion and gruyère topping is ridiculous.
Spicy Croque Madame
The tastiest little croque you'll ever eat with a special spicy white sauce and grated gruyère. Stepping up your brunch game.
Broccoli & Saint Agur Soup with Blue Cheese Croutons
Tie me up and call me Richard. This is the homemade soup to end all homemade soups. Try these blue cheese croutons & you'll never go back.
Chicken Parm Supreme
Crispy chicken. Molten cheese. A rich, garlicky marinara sauce. Heaven in a mouthful.
Mob's Easy Arancini (using leftover Risotto)
These naughty arancini balls are the best way to use leftover Risotto. End of. The steaming rice. The crunchy shell. The garlicky, basilly tomato sauce. Yum.
Chorizo Pesto Pasta Bake
Ramping up a classic pasta bake with a fresh, homemade pesto sauce, stringy mozzarella cheese and a spicy chorizo kick. A Max Fosh masterpiece.
Whole Baked Camembert
It's the caramelised balsamic grapes that take this baked camembert to the highest level. Dip in your homemade garlicky soldiers and enjoy.
Sausage, Kale & Taleggio Gnocchi Bake
Inspired by our favourite pizza from Franco Manca. Taleggio is the best melting cheese. The sausage combo is a dream.
Cauliflower & Broccoli Cheese
The thing cauliflower cheese is missing is chorizo, which imparts a delicious, smokey flavour to the cheesy white sauce. This will become a household staple.
Cheesy Bacony Potatoes
Herby, cheesy, bacony stuffed potatoes. The most important element of this dish is the tarragon - really brings the edge.
Cheesy Potato Pasta
This big cheesy double carb winter warmer is a take on the Neapolitan dish pasta e patate con la provola.
Cheesy Garlic Bread
The most indulgent and cheesiest garlic bread around. Cross-hatching the top means all the crevices are filled with cheesy, garlicky goodness
Cheesy Curried Chips
We've all stumbled into a kebab shop and come out with a portion of cheesy chips or curry chips before. This is our spiced-up take on that student classic.
Cheesy Kimchi Noodles
These noods are gonna become your new dinner time saviour, trust me. They’re a mix of all your favourite things and perfect for a quick pick-me-up. Xien x
Cajun Cheesy Corn
Inspired by a popular Korean banchan: corn cheese! We’ve given it a twist by adding Schwartz Cajun Seasoning. It's a ripper.
Chipotle Chicken Cheesy Chips
Willy makes the ultimate cheesy chips, packed with chipotle chicken, avo cream and cheese. Perfect to eat while watching your fave film on Amazon Prime Video.
Cheesy Chipotle Garlic Bread
This cheesy chipotle garlic bread is about as comforting as it gets. It’s absolutely delicious and so easy to make. Treat yourself and whip some up tonight.
Cheesy Pesto Dough Balls
Growing herbs at home is a great way to reduce your use of plastic. These cheesy dough balls from Liam Charles show what you can do with a fresh bunch of basil.
Cheesy 'Nduja & Celeriac Steaks
These spicy celeriac steaks make an excellent midweek dinner. The sharp salsa on top really makes it pop.
Cheesy Butternut Squash Gratin
This easy gratin uses peak season Ocado Own Range butternut squash to make a delicious weeknight dinner.
Cheesy Kimchi Potato Skins
These stuffed potato skins are packed with cheddar cheese, kimchi, and Hellmann's Mayonnaise. The kimchi adds a sharp spiciness that cuts through the richness.
Cheesy Brussels Sprout Tart
Here's an indulgent tart that we've paired with a shaved brussels sprout salad and lots of crispy bacon-y bits. It's rich, it's wonderful, and it's festive.
Mushroom & Cheddar Super Toastie
The crunchy, buttery outside. The oozy, rich cheesy mushroom filling. One of the all time great toasties.
Easy Cheese and Onion Quiche
This easy, cheesy quiche is super rich and satisfying, all made with delicious Arla Lactofree dairy.
Cheesy Potato Naan Toastie
If you haven’t turned your naan into a toastie before, you are missing out. This one is packed with a beautiful potato curry and lots of cheddar.
Cheesy Leek & Pancetta Pasta Bake
Is it a pasta bake, is it a mac and cheese? Creamy, cheesy sauce with sweet leeks and salty pancetta – whatever it is, it’s delicious (and lactose free!). B x
Chip Shop Cheesy Curry Udon
This is inspired by cheesy curry chips - my go-to late-night scran after a big night out. I've put my twist on it by throwing the flavours into some noodles.
Smoky, Cheesy Black Bean Quesadillas
A great veggie take on the Quesadilla. The sweet bursts from the corn make this dish. Great for the Dinner-Party MOB.
Cheesy Air Fryer Potato Skins
The best thing about potato skins is the ability to customise them and get a different mouthful with every skin. Air fryers make them extra crunchy too.
Cheesy Stuffed Peppers with Charred Corn
Easy, cheesy stuffed peppers with sweet and caramelised corn. Veggie BBQ doesn't get better than this. Pair with an Inch's Cider for the ultimate flavour combo.
Smoky Sausage Ragù with Cheesy Spuds
Stuffed skins normally take hours to do, but not today. You blast these tatties in the microwave to get them done quickly, then finish them under the grill.
Courgette and Cavolo Nero Soup with Cheesy Garlic Bread Croutons
This delicious green soup is topped with cheesy crunchy garlic bread croutons for an easy autumn dinner.
Butternut Squash & Marmite Gnocchi Traybake
This cheesy butternut squash gnocchi bake will give your fave mac and cheese recipe a real run for its money. Easy, cheesy goodness.
Loaded Veggie Quesadillas
The perfect dinner party dish. Cheesy. Veggie. Crunchy. The whole 9 yards.
Romesco Mac & Cheese
We always wondered why romesco and mac & cheese hadn't been combined. The flavours work perfectly together. Tangy, smoky, cheesy, rich. The perfect mouthful.
We combined our favourite tangy tomato sauce with the parmigiana, and it works perfectly. The caponata cuts through the rich cheesy layers perfectly.
Chicago-Style Deep Dish Pizza
Cheesy, saucy, and just the right amount of greasy. This homemade Chicago deep dish pizza recipe is surprisingly easy to make at home.
Chicken, Tomato & Mozzarella Traybake
Most traybakes are normally crunchy and crispy. We added some mozzarella for a delicious, stringy, cheesy hit. Fresh basil at the end is sublime.
BBQ Chilli Cheeseburger
Chilli cheese burgers blow most other burgers out the park. Sweet with Bull’s-Eye Original BBQ Sauce, spicy, cheesy and savoury. All the good stuff.
Parmesan Chicken Salad
This salad is all about the dressing – yoghurt, parmesan and lemon. Tangy, cheesy, salty and fresh. Pour it all over this bountiful salad and enjoy.
French Onion Soup with Comté Grilled Cheese
Thinly sliced onions are caramelised with thyme and butter, cooked in beef broth and topped with bubbling cheesy toast. Surely there’s no better winter warmer!
Caramelised Onion and Blue Cheese Pie
Nothing hits the spot like cheesy, garlicky potatoes in a crispy puff pastry pie crust. It is the best thing to curl up on the sofa with.
Buttery Tomatoes on Cheese on Toast
This is such a great brunch option and a nice way to use any tomatoes lying around in your fridge! Cheesy buttery brunch, whats not to love?
Broccoli Cheese Pie
It's pie weather. This cheesy, veggie-friendly pie is loaded with broccoli and a mountain of cheddar. It's just the thing to get you through the evening.
Bacon Mac & Cheese
Crispy smoked bacon with a Mac was always going to work. With the creamiest cheesy sauce. Topped off with breadcrumbs for that crispy finish. A certified 10/10.


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KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 25 — The government should grant Datuk Seri Najib Razak’s request for a royal commission of inquiry on infrastructure deals his administration awarded to Chinese firms, said Datuk A. Kadir Jasin.
While the former prime minister sought the inquiry to clear his name, however, the news veteran wanted this for the opposite reason.
“I agree with Najib on the RCI because we want to know whether it was he or the Barisan Nasional government that made these ‘stupid agreements’ with China and Singapore,” he wrote on his blog.
“Did BN have no other way besides taking on massive debt to repay 1MDB’s loans or were there other reasons Malaysia bowed down to China and Singapore? Does China and Singapore have a huge secret or death grip that forced Najib and BN to accede to their demands?”
Najib called for the RCI on Thursday in response to Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad pillorying him as “stupid” for leaving Malaysia on the hook for the East Coast Rail Link and two gas pipeline projects.
Dr Mahathir said the agreements have no exit clauses while Najib insisted they do.
While in China, the prime minister said the deals were cancelled, but he has since clarified that he meant they would not proceed at the moment.
Kadir also mocked Najib earlier in the post by saying he should trade fugitive financier Low Taek Jho to the government in exchange for the RCI.
Malaysian authorities charged Low and his father, Tan Sri Larry Low, in absentia yesterday for money laundering in connection to the 1MDB corruption scandal.


Standard Chartered yesterday announced record income of $16.2 billion for 2010, led by growth in its Asia wholesale banking business. Overall, income rose 6%.
"We maintain a buy on Standard Chartered on the back of strong 2010 results declared today," said Sunil Garg, head of Asia equity research and bank research for J.P. Morgan in an interview with FinanceAsia. "Management has been providing regular guidance and there were no surprises in the earnings the bank released.”
The wholesale bank continued to drive revenues, with pre-tax profits in the division growing by 17% to $4.8 billion. This is the ninth consecutive year Standard Chartered has managed double-digit profit growth in the wholesale bank – corporate finance, financial markets and cash management businesses all posted solid growth.
“One area of potential concern is that provisions have now been reduced to a level where limited future earnings growth will come from any further reductions,” said Garg. “However, loan growth is coming out much stronger than expected."
A recurring comment that competitors make about Standard Chartered is that it misprices risk. The comment is driven by the fact that Standard Chartered seemingly offers its wholesale customers credit at levels that other banks cannot match. However, some sources said this is because the bank takes a holistic view of clients so may pick up revenue in other areas that are not visible. Other sources say the bank is not mispricing risk so much as deliberately trying to win market share.
Standard Chartered seems to be getting its consumer banking strategy right as well. Although still considerably smaller than the wholesale bank, the consumer bank earned a pre-tax profit of $1.3 billion, a growth of 51% over 2009.
In its earnings statement, the bank cited mortgages, credit cards and personal loans as specific areas contributing to income growth. The private bank, which is based in Singapore, grew assets under management to $46 billion, on the back of 39% growth in Asia and 31% globally. Overall, private banking revenues grew by 23% to more than $400 million.
In 15 of the countries in which Standard Chartered operates it earned more than $100 million of profit. India led the pack with a pre-tax profit of $1.2 billion, making it the bank’s largest market by profits for the first time ever, and Hong Kong followed with $1.1 billion. Standard Chartered warned that growth in India would likely not continue at such a pace, but it remains bullish on the opportunities for its business in the country and continues to invest in products such as equities, private banking and improving its distribution beyond the current 94 branches.
“Standard Chartered has reaped the benefits of a focus on wholesale banking in India,” said a source. “Both Citi and HSBC, the other foreign banks which are well-entrenched in India, had aggressively grown their consumer banking businesses in India in the early part of the last decade and in the aftermath of the subprime crisis had to book losses and subsequently scaled back across all their businesses.”
The cost-to-income ratio at Standard Chartered increased last year to 56% from 51% the previous year, which was a theme in the HSBC results declared earlier this week as well. Operating expenses increased by 13% to $9 billion, driven primarily by staff expenses, which grew 17% to $5.8 billion. Standard Chartered attributed the increase to investments it made in staff, infrastructure spend on new branches and on distribution channels, adding that “greater competition for talent necessitated appropriate retention measures in [its] key markets”.
Retaining people was a theme Peter Sands, group chief executive for Standard Chartered, also touched upon in his remarks. “The aspect of competition that most concerns me is the war for talent,” he said, while remarking that “after a couple of years in which many of our competitors were in some disarray, we are seeing more competition across our markets, both from increasingly capable local banks and from international banks returning to the fray”.
“Inflationary pressures on costs in general and wages specifically continue to be a concern but we would note that Standard Chartered has demonstrated before that it can control costs if the operating environment becomes difficult,” said Garg.
Sands also mentioned in his remarks that the largest external challenge the bank faces is regulation. “Whilst we are broadly supportive of much of the regulatory reform agenda, the sheer scale of actual and potential changes, when applied across all the markets we operate in, represents a very considerable challenge and there is the real risk of unintended consequences,” he said.
Standard Chartered shares gained almost 5% on the London Stock Exchange to £1.689 ($2.75) in trading yesterday as the bank delivered on the promises it had made to investors.


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Windsor rife for development of community hubs, says architect
Thursday, August 20, 2015
The Windsor Star/Derek Spalding
A planned overhaul of the historic Sandwich Towne post office could become a shining example of how to transform an aging and unused public building into a modern community hub, proponents of the project said Wednesday.
The new owners of the heritage site want to open a coffee shop on the main floor by year’s end as they continue work on a bed and breakfast on the second floor. The main goal is to create a meeting space where students and young professionals can meet and share ideas, said co-owner Matthew Zhao.
His proposed concept is the kind of public building revitalization cities across the country are trying to achieve. Even the Ontario government is on-board with its latest policy recommendations that encourage these types of community hubs in municipalities.
Executed properly, the restored Sandwich post office will be a throwback to when such federal buildings were the primary method to connect friends and family, said Jason Grossi, the project’s architect.
“Looking at it as a community hub, that concept fits into the old function of the post office, which was your main outlet to the outside world,” he said. “It was a daily ritual going to get mail and sending letters. So, a café seems to work fairly well that way.”


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If you want to get yourself a cycling rain jacket, here are the most important features to take into account in order to choose the one that better suits your cycling style and your needs:
- Sealed seams and zipper
- Reflective detailing
- Compact, light and packable
- With or without pockets
- Fit and design
As usual with any cycling equipment, fabric is key and makes the difference in terms of quality and price.
Naturally, they must be water-resistant. This feature is tested by measuring the pressure that a fabric is able to withstand before water gets inside. A piece of fabric is placed under a water column and if the water reaches 2,000 millimeters, the clothes made using this fabric will have a water-resistance rating of 2,000 mm. The higher the numbers, the more water-resistant the jacket is.
Keep in mind that a rain jacket must also be breathable enough to wick away any body heat and humidity, otherwise we’ll end up soaked inside it. You can find breathability rates measured in MVP (Moisture Vapor Permeability) or in grams/m2 per day. Higher rates = higher breathability.
The most water-resistant and breathable rain jackets are models featuring Gore-Tex membranes. They are also the most expensive and delicate ones, so to protect them from getting damaged, they are usually placed under one layer or in between two layers. A water-repellent coating is applied to the fabric of the outer layer to prevent water from getting inside and allow perspiration.
Some other high-end membranes are used as an outer layer. They are more lightweight and breathable, but also way more delicate and expensive. They are not recommended for MTB, gravel or city biking as they can easily get damaged by snags and branches or suffer rubbing and chafing against bag straps.
Some rain jackets are also manufactured with non-waterproof, but elastic and breathable, fabrics, featuring a DWR outer coating that makes them water-resistant. Options among this type of rain jackets are as varied as the fibers used in the very fabric. For instance, at Siroko we use nylon in our J2 cycling rain jackets. Other manufacturers use fibers such as polyester, elastane, cotton or even merino wool. Whether the fabrics are blended or not, they all require a DWR coating. Unfortunately, it gets damaged with use and washing, and so the jacket loses its water-repellency. But don’t worry: you can find special products to help you take care and wash your garments to restore their water-repellent coating.
Whatever the case, you’ll have to pay close attention to the use, care and washing instructions provided by the manufacturer in order to extend your jacket’s life.
When cycling, our body generates so much heat that it is very easy to exceed the breathability limits of the fabric. Flaps, vents or, as in Siroko’s J2 jackets, special perforations in the armpit area are used to improve ventilation.
Sealed seams and zipper
In order to avoid water from getting through, the jacket’s design shouldn’t allow any cracks or gaps, which is why both seams and zipper must be sealed.
This feature is key for competitions or when you commute to work by bike. It is not essential in MBT and gravel, but keep in mind that before you get to the trails, you usually have to ride on roads and around the city.
Compact, light and packable
A garment that is lightweight, can be quickly folded and doesn’t take up too much space is every cyclist’s dream. However, in order to have all three of those features, the garment is likely to lose its water-resistance properties and/or breathability, or come with a high price tag.
If you only want to carry it “just in case”, make sure it is compact, light and packable. However, if you’re going to put it on as you go out and spend many hours cycling in the rain, an easy-to-transport, foldable garment might not be your top priority.
With or without pockets
This really depends on your own needs. If you’re going to be wearing your jacket all day, then pockets or rear pocket access will come in very handy and convenient. The problem is that water can sneak into your pockets and ruin whatever is in them, your phone, for example. The rear openings should be well designed so that the water does not get inside through them but at the same time allowing you to to reach the pocket of your jersey or jacket with your hands.
However, if you want a rain jacket “just in case”, forget about pockets. It’ll be harder to reach your jersey or jacket but that way you’ll stop the water from getting in.
Fit and design
As it is the case with Siroko’s cycling rain jackets, it is essential for the design of the jacket to be short in the front to avoid creases that compromise the fit and aerodynamics. It must also be longer in the back, so that your buttocks are well covered and dry, protected from any wheel splashes.
The collar must be high, and the cuffs must be well adjusted around your wrist so that no water gets in. Plus, it is also quite important that the jacket has some kind of fitting system to adjust it around the hips, for example an inner silicon grip or an adjustable elastic drawcord.
The fit of the jacket depends on the type of fabric or membrane. Generally speaking, rain jackets are not very snug, and even the most tight-fitting ones flap a little. This is due to the lack of elasticity in the fabrics, as they don’t have many panels and because a looser fit improves ventilation.
Last but not least, we’ll take a look at the different prices. Rain jackets range from €50 to €350: the cheaper ones offer less properties and worse features, and quite the opposite for the most expensive ones.
Is it worth spending a few hundred euros on a rain jacket? If you can afford it then yes, it is, especially if you live in a rainy area and you’re going to use it regularly.
But it’s not always the most sensible purchase for two reasons: The first one is that there is more difference in performance between jackets that go from €50 to €150 than there is between those that go from €150 to €350. If you leave the house during the Flood, rest assured that spending €200 more on a jacket won’t make you dance on your bike like Gene Kelly in Singin’ in the Rain. The second reason is that most cyclists, when it’s raining or seems like it’s about to rain, have a hard time leaving the house, preferring indoor cycling, strength routines at home/gym or any other outdoor activity. This is why it might be better to get yourself a “just in case” rain jacket, one with the best price-quality ratio, and use the rest of your budget (if you have it) to get an indoor bike trainer, a Bkool or Zwift subscription or a basic umbrella and a pair of gumboots to go for a walk. You can wear one of the cycling rain jackets from Siroko to go on walks when it’s raining. It is one of the few items in a cyclist’s wardrobe that won’t stand out too much on the streets.

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The morning of Sunday December 2nd I was finally back on the road for part 2 of my ride to the Arctic Circle and beyond. With a deadline to catch a ferry from the north of Vancouver Island to Prince Rupert the following Saturday, I was eager to get on the road. The previous four days had been hectic, getting the Dummy ready, putting the final touches on the kit, and saying goodbye. I only managed 4 hours sleep on Saturday night.
A number of people agreed to ride part of the way with me and we all met at Market Crossing in south Burnaby before proceeding over the Queensborough and then Alex Fraser Bridges to Tsawwassen. Some people also came to see me off. It was nice to have surprise visits from James, Erin and Brian. Seth, Michael, Don and Rick accompanied me to the ferry, while Peter, Paula, Michelle and Dennis came all the way to Nanaimo.
The day started off overcast with sunny breaks (about as perfect a day as one could expect this time of year). We took the ferry from Tsawwassen to Swartz Bay and then rode to the Mill Bay Ferry to reduce the number of kilometers and avoid the Malahat. I had a little knee pain early, which now always sets off alarm bells, but it did not seem to persist. Both Peter and Dennis tried out the Dummy, Peter for a few hundred meters and Dennis for several km. In fact, he was off like a shot and we only caught up to him again as we neared the Mill Bay ferry.
Then the rains started and we pulled into Duncan completely soaked. While we were eating dinner at the hotel, the police showed up to serve a warrant to one of the hotel guests. The nonchalance with which the clerk grabbed the keys and took the officer to the person’s room made me think that this was a regular occurrence at this place. Meanwhile, Michelle lost her wallet. She says it made an emotional day, more weighty. Luckily it was turned in the next day, just a bit lighter, lacking a few bills.
The next day we had a relatively short distance to Peter’s brother’s place in Nanaimo so we took back roads to make it longer and enjoy riding through some idyllic country. It was another rainy day, however, the scenery through Crofton and Chemainus to Ladysmith did not disappoint. Thanks to Kevin for putting up a bunch of dripping wet cyclists for the night.
From Nanaimo I was on my own. Michelle, Peter and Paula headed back to Vancouver and I had a reasonably long way to go to get to Courtenay. On Peter’s advice, I decided to take the old island highway and very much glad I did. The riding was fantastic with lots of nice small towns and limited hills. After struggling a bit for the first few days I felt like I hit my stride as I rolled into Courtenay full of energy.
The route from Courtenay to Campbell River was relatively short and dry. I got into Campbell River early with the sun shining. I took a closer look at the bulge in my front tire. It had been a persistent worry since about halfway through the first day, sending a slight bump with every revolution of the wheel. It looked worse than the last time I checked and I decided to take advantage of the sunny weather and replace it with my spare. That leaves me with no spare until I pick up my stashed tires in Whitehorse.
Leaving Campbell River, I was not expecting to see any civilization until Woss. The road turned inland and the hills began in earnest. But, just as my stomach started to rumble at the top of a hill, I came across Sue’s Place restaurant. Sue bought me lunch but would not let me take her picture. Delicious.
I rode past Sayward and well into the night but I did not manage to cover half the distance to Port McNeill (I was hoping to do 120 of the 200 to McNeill). I consoled myself for my lack of progress with the notion that I was at a high altitude and that most of the climbing was done (I was so very wrong). I found a rest stop and set up my tent for the first time this trip. I decided that even though it was December there might be bears about so I left my food away from the tent. That just invited a smaller critter to chew through my pannier and have its fill of bread.
I was up early to get a jump on the day and get to Port McNeill before too late. I awoke to ice on my tent and snow all around, the first snow of the trip.
I later learned that the the local ski hill had 11 feet of fresh powder for opening day. Fortunately, at lower elevations the precipitation fell mostly as rain. My hope of few hills and lower elevations were to be dashed. And almost immediately it was back to dragging the Dummy up and up. At the end of the day the altimeter read the total elevation gain as nearly 1,000 meters.
I rolled into Port McNeill and the Bike Shed shortly after 6:00, 11 hours after setting out. My host for the evening was Ryan, the mechanic at the Bike Shed. I was greeted at the door with an offer of warm food and cold beer. He also wanted to put the Dummy up on the stand to have a look. It got a thorough cleaning and complete check over. The wheels were true and remained well tensioned (thanks Seth), something that is a constant concern for me, given the number of hubs, rims and spokes that I go through. Ryan added a new cable and housing for the rear derailleur, and a fancy one at that: with a Gore-Tex sheath to keep the water out. The next morning as I was leaving the bike shop I broke the chain in the parking lot. Ryan quickly fixed that and had me on my way.
When I am on a new road on a bike I always look forward to stopping at points of interest and reading the vignettes. On the ride up the Island I got to see a couple superlatives, and not the type one might normally see in towns on the prairies, like the biggest Easter egg or the Canada goose statue, or some other human made big something-or-other. The first was a picture of the world’s largest non-nuclear explosion with a view to the place where it happened (Seymour Narrows – Ripple Rock). The explosion was set off to clear a shipping lane. A tunnel was drilled from nearby land to two underwater pinnacles, the tallest of which at low tide was a mere 3 meters below the surface and had claimed numerous vessels and lives. 1,400 tons of explosives were placed in the tunnels.
The second was the world’s largest burl, found on a spruce tree harvested near Port McNeill (circumference of 45 feet).
My island ride came to an end as I arrived in Port Hardy. It was four hours before the ferry was set to depart. I went to town to find some food and then backtracked the 8 km to the ferry. From here I headed north.

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The city of Kortrijk will no longer order new cameras from the Chinese surveillance company HikVision in the future. It was decided in the city council on Monday, May 9th. HikVision was discredited after a sensational BBC documentary last year showed that the Chinese regime used the company’s cameras to identify minorities and send them to concentration camps. In addition, the proposal from municipal councilor Benjamin Vandorpe (CD&V) for a standard ethical clause was also unanimously adopted.
At the municipal council on 19 April, CD&V municipal councilor Benjamin Vandorpe was still very excited about the collaboration between the city of Kortrijk and the Chinese security company HikVision. HikVison has already previously delivered around 29 cameras to the city of Kortrijk and would now receive new orders in a newly drafted framework contract.
I launched the call for a replacement in the city council committee on April 12, but it turned out to be financially impossible (municipal councilor Benjamin Vandorpe)
Vandorpe showed two minutes from a sensational BBC documentary from May 2021 in City Council on Monday 9 May to condemn.
Vandorpe’s proposal to freeze the collaboration with HikVision did not fall on deaf ears at the city council. “We have certainly kept your comments at the previous session in mind,” said Modern and New Board rapporteur Kelly Detavernier (N-VA). “HikVision will therefore not be included in the new framework contract.”
However, the 29 cameras that HikVision installed in Kortrijk will not be removed. “I launched the call for replacement in the Council Committee on April 12, but it proved to be financially impossible,” said Benjamin Vandorpe. “The purchase and installation of new cameras would cost the city 90,000 euros. And given the current economic situation, I do not think it is an efficient use of public resources right now.”
Tender circuit dialogue
Vandorpe also framed the collaboration with HikVision in the absence of a standard ethical clause within the administrative work in the city of Kortrijk. But the sore point was also taken up in the city council. “It is true that we have not yet written such a clause,” Councilor Detavernier admitted. “But that certainly does not mean we avoid ethical considerations.”
“Recently, we received the question from VVSG (Association of Flemish cities and municipalities, ed.) to participate in a dialogue between suppliers and local authorities on 25 May, where we can discuss with companies how we can effectively mitigate human rights risks in the supply cycle. The biggest difficulty is control and enforcement. But these can be discussed at that plumbing meeting. “
Although Vandorpe’s ethical standard clause was largely based on the Flemish government, the municipal council nevertheless decided unanimously to accept its proposed resolution. “It required a lot of lobbying in the city coalition,” says the satisfied CD & V municipal councilor.
The biggest difficulty is control and enforcement. But these can be discussed at the VVSG meeting – councilors for modern administration Kelly Detavernier
“At the first city council, the coalition was not on the same side. Apparently they were overwhelmed and therefore it was fired. That I was angry? Of course. Surely no one can be against a code of ethics? And certainly not an urban coalition led in any way by the federal Attorney General (Vincent Van Quickenborne, ed.)
“Now, of course, I am very satisfied. Not only about the unanimous decision, but also about the city coalition without hesitation admitting that it was wrong last time. It shows that we as an opposition can get things done if we bite into a file. “


In order to satisfy Reliant Energy’s 1.5 million retail customers it’s important that the Texas-based company live by its motto: You can rely on Reliant. That means providing quality electricity and energy services to private homes, businesses, manufacturing facilities, government entities and institutions.
But in today’s world — where customers are constantly engaged by marketing campaigns and real-time customer service reps — Reliant wanted to provide customers a place to find relevant information to make more informed energy decisions. On December 7, it launched the “Empowerme: Conversations about Energy in Your Life” microsite.
“We knew we were missing some substantial interactions with customers,” said Sicily Dickenson, senior director of marketing communications at Reliant Energy. “We weren’t as engaged with our customers as we wanted to be, [and engagement] is key to [developing] long term customer relationships.”
Reliant’s desire to locate and reach out to its customers led the company to call on Schematic, an interactive brand experience agency, to create a community site that would pull together all of the relevant conversations taking place across various social networks.
The site was built to accomplish three objectives, according to Dickenson: 1) To allow Reliant to be where customers and prospects are 2) To broaden the conversation Reliant has with prospects and customers and 3) To enable Reliant’s subject matter experts to be in constant touch with customers.
“Overall, energy alone is not a real high-interest category,” said Alex Norman, Schematic’s EVP of strategic development. “However the impact that energy has on peoples’ lives is rich. So we created an opportunity to engage about how important energy is to them and their lives.”
Although the site just went up this week, Dickenson envisions that it will soon feature user-generated discussions, as well as company-created content. The site will also pull in all user-submitted comments and articles posted on Reliant’s Facebook page or Twitter feed to make it available on the Empowerme site. The back-end of the solution offers Reliant employees training tools, guidelines and simple-to-use management functionality that will help them to administer and expand the network.
Reliant will be tracking the community for the next 6 months to determine and solidify how it will utilize this tool moving forward. It expects to monitor the leading topics that customers and prospects are interested in, what they view as positive or negative, and how many recommendations they send out.
“Empowerme gives Reliant a more real-time pulse on what people want,” Dickenson said. “It’s a really great way to watch what people are getting interested in so that we can continue to develop [our] tools.”


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New underwriting team includes significantly higher levels of participation from Minority/Women Owned Business Enterprises and Service Disabled Veteran-Owned Business Enterprises
The Port Authority today announced that it selected a new best-in-class pool of underwriters to assist agency staff with critical fiscal decisions surrounding the issuance of approximately $8 billion in bonds over the next three years to help finance transportation projects in the agency’s 10-year, $32 billion Capital Plan.
The selection of the new underwriting pool involved a competitive and rigorous procurement process that began in November 2018. Initially, 36 proposals were received in response to this public solicitation, including more than half – 20 – from Minority/Women-Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) or Service Disabled Veteran-Owned Business Enterprise (SDVOB) firms. In the final selection for the senior manager group of underwriters, MWBE participation rose from 20 percent to 33 percent and in the co-manager group of underwriters, participation rose from 28 to 57 percent.
“We have a fiduciary responsibility to ensure that we make the best possible decisions when funding our $32 billion Capital Plan,” said Port Authority Chairman Kevin O’Toole. “We believe the new underwriting pool provides us with top flight financial experts to assist agency staff in making the right decisions when dealing with the bond market. We also are delighted that participation by veteran and minority-owned businesses has increased, providing an opportunity for these professional service firms to become part of our underwriting pool.”
“The $8 billion in bonds we plan to issue over the next three years requires extensive due diligence and market research to ensure we are getting the best financial terms possible,” said Port Authority Executive Director Rick Cotton. “We are confident that our new underwriting team – which includes significantly higher levels of MWBE and SDVOB participation – will give us a broad based spectrum of expertise to support our broad underwriting program.”
The agency’s underwriting team consists of three distinct roles for senior managers, co-managers and selling group members in the issuance of Port Authority debt obligations. The senior managers plan and schedule the issuance of debt obligations, structure terms and best price, serve as lead for marketing and distribution of debt obligations and commit capital as necessary. The co-managers assist with the marketing and distribution of debt obligations and assist with committing capital as necessary. And the Selling Group markets and sells bonds to retail investors.
Following the procurement process for the Senior Manager Group, the level of MWBE participation at the senior manager level rose from 20 percent in the existing pool to 33 percent in the newly selected pool. In the Co-Manager Group, the level of SDVOB participation rose from 6 percent to 14 percent and the level of MWBE participation rose from 28 percent to 57 percent. And in the Selling Group, the level of SDVOB participation rose from 20 percent to 25 percent.
The increase in participation by MWBEs and SDVOBs aligns with a policy adopted by the Port Authority Board of Commissioners in February 2018, which called for increased participation of MWBEs, not only in typical construction contracts, but in all contracts including those for professional services. The 2018 policy requires the agency’s contractors to make a good-faith effort to achieve a 20-percent participation goal for sub-contractors with minority business enterprises (MBEs) and a 10-percent goal with certified women-owned business enterprises (WBEs). Previously, the agency’s guidelines were 12 percent for MBEs and 5 percent for WBEs.
The new senior manager underwriting pool approved by the Board consists of: Bank of America Merrill Lynch; Citibank Global Markets Inc.; Goldman Sachs, Co. LLC; Samuel A. Ramirez & Co., Inc; Siebert Cisneros Shank & Co. LLC; and UBS Financial Services Inc. The co-manager underwriting pool consists of Academy Securities, Inc.; Blaylock Van, LLC; J.P. Morgan Securities, LLC; Jefferies LLC; Loop Capital Markets LLC; Oppenheimer & Co, Inc.; and Rice Financial Products Co. The selling group consists of Drexel Hamilton, LLC; FTN Financial Capital Markets; Mischler Financial Group, Inc.; NW Capital Markets Inc.; Rockfleet Financial Services Inc.; Stern Brothers & Co.; Stifel, Nicolaus & Company, Inc. & Backstrom McCarley Berry Co.; and The Williams Capital Group.


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