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By Aoife O’Donnell, Lecturer, Public Relations Griffith College and Communications Consultant at Vital Communications.
The words ‘unprecedented’ and ‘challenging’ have been used frequently over the last few months to describe the times we are living in. For communications students, these times present an ideal opportunity to study a real international communications crisis as it unfolds, in real-time, all around us.
In every country throughout the world, communications has played a major role in the response to the COVID-19 crisis. The publication of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO’s) Risk Communications and Community Engagement (RCCE) plan is a testament to this. The plan clearly highlights the important role that effective communications is required to play in the crisis to enable governments and public health officials to engage with the public, with healthcare providers and with other stakeholders in order to inform, educate and reduce stigma and ultimately as the plan states to ‘protect individuals, families and the public’s health during [the] early response to COVID-19’. Countries have invested a huge amount of resources towards communications as a result. For example, according to the Sunday Times on the 28th June 2020, Ireland has spent eight million to date on its communications response to the COVID crisis. This figure appears to mainly account for the advertising spend as opposed to public relations but it demonstrates the vital role that is being attributed to communications.
In terms of the role of public relations, it is interesting to look at some of the key characteristics of crisis communications and analyse how countries have responded to the COVID-19 crisis. To do this, we will look at the ‘5 Cs’ of Crisis Communications, which I have identified as Clarity, Compassion, Consistency, Control and Competency.
A crisis is a time for clear communication. People at a time of crisis, particularly during a serious crisis that can cause loss of life, can be fearful and may panic. In Ireland, the initial response to the COIVD-19 crisis was very clear. Communication was frequent with daily media briefings and clear public information campaigns broadcast across media channels explaining the public safety guidelines. As a result, the health and hygiene behaviours were adapted well by the Irish public with a 92% uptake reported on handwashing and 91% on physical distancing (Irish Mirror 25th June 2020). However, the communication on face masks has been less clear and, in some cases, the message has been conflicting with some medical professionals advocating for their regular use and others citing a lack of evidence as to their efficacy. The result is a lack of public engagement in face mask-wearing with the reports from the Department of Health indicating that only 41% of people were wearing face masks in public (Irish Mirror, 25th June 2020). In addition to the lack of clarity around the face coverings message, there may also be another factor at play which is stigma. In its ‘Risk Communication and Community Engagement' (RCCE) guidelines, the WHO emphasises the need to reduce stigma. It states that ‘regular and proactive communication with the public and at-risk populations can help to reduce stigma, build trust and increase social support and access to basic needs for affected people and their families.’ COVID-19 has highlighted the stigma that appears to exist in the Western world around mask-wearing. The public will need a clear and accurate communications strategy to try and change attitudes and behaviours to encourage mask/face covering wearing and reduce this stigma.
A common cause of poor crisis communications is a failure by an organisation’s spokesperson to be compassionate or to show empathy when communicating. Take Tony Hayward, former CEO of BP as an example - in 2010, after one of the world’s worst environmental disasters involving BP in the Gulf of Mexico, Tony Hayward came across as unsympathetic in his media appearances. Famously, he stated in one interview that he was looking forward to the crisis being over so he could have his ‘life back!’ Prince Andrew, similarly, in his now-famous BBC Newsnight media interview, didn’t once express condolences with Jeffrey Epstein’s victims. How leaders respond to a crisis can make or break them. During the COVID crisis, leaders who have shown empathy have surged in popularity. In New Zealand, for example, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has been praised for her empathetic response. She has been described as ‘standing with people’ as opposed to preaching at them and has used communications efficiently throughout the crisis. Amongst other tools, she has used Facebook Live to chat informally with people while appearing in casual clothes from her house, for example, a situation that is common to many in this crisis. In Ireland, Taoiseach Leo Varadkar reregistered as a medical practitioner to assist the ‘frontline’ workers and was described as a ‘badass’ by Ireland’s adopted pandemic celebrity, Matt Damon, for his efforts. Both Ardern and Varadkar’s popularity has soared as a result of their performances. A recent article in the Irish Times on the 15th June 2020 states that Varadkar was set to leave office with his approval numbers ‘off the charts’, while in May 2020, Ardern was labelled the most popular New Zealand leader in a century with her popularity at 59.5% (Independent UK, 19th May 2020).
It is important to know what the key messages are and to stick to them when communicating in a crisis. In the world of the unexpected, people need certainty, and consistency evokes trust. This is why the WHO has issued communications directives for countries, to ensure solidarity and consistency of message throughout the world. In its guidelines, it states that ‘people have the right to be informed about and understand the health risks that they and their loved ones face.’ It emphasises the importance of developing a communications plan in collaboration with ‘authorities and partners… to ensure effectiveness.’ Many countries have reacted in a consistent manner, ensuring that the government and the health officials are communicating the same messages to the public. In the initial stages, most countries would have had daily press briefings to consistently inform and educate the public by communicating the most up-to-date health messages to them. Unfortunately, however, this has not been possible to achieve worldwide and inconsistencies in the messages coming from politicians and health officials have caused serious issues in managing the pandemic at various stages. In the UK, in the initial stages, the government was reported to be following a ‘herd immunity’ strategy, the idea being that if enough people contracted the virus, immunity could be reached within the population. After much discussion in the media on the effects that this route would have on the NHS and the fatality rate in the UK, the messages became more empathetic and clear and consistent with the messages coming from the WHO and from other countries: ‘Stay Safe, Protect the NHS, Save Lives’. In Ireland, the message was similar, ‘Stay Safe, Stay at Home, Save Lives’. The WHO have now outlined five priorities for countries, which it says, when acted on ‘coherently and consistently’ have a chance to ‘turn the tide’ on the virus’ impact. These priorities include: empowering communities to adapt the health and hygiene measures, supplying health workers with equipment and skills, protecting high-risk groups, conducting research and political leadership.
Crisis Communications is about shaping perceptions, and this can only be achieved by an organisation if it controls the message. It is vitally important for the organisation at the centre of the crisis not to lose control of the communications. In the WHO’s communications plan for COVID-19, it sets out a strategy for communication in an attempt to ensure consistency of message amongst countries.
One of the core challenges affecting countries as they sought to control the message during this crisis was social media and the spread of misinformation. On Monday 29th June, the WHO cited ‘stigma, misinformation and politicisation of the pandemic’ as issues when attempting to controlling the virus. In Ireland at the beginning of the outbreak, health officials were forced to speak out to refute a rumour that had developed surrounding the use of anti-inflammatory medication and COVID-19. This followed the widespread circulation of a message on WhatsApp that claimed to be linked to a medical source and stated that some young people had been admitted to hospital after taking anti-inflammatory medication. The message was reported to be false by the Infectious Disease Society of Ireland and prompted an appeal by the Taoiseach for people to take their information from trusted sources only. This was one of the many rumours and fake stories that circulated on social media over the course of the initial stages of the pandemic. If anything good is to have come out of the pandemic, it may be that people may be more educated and informed as to the quality of the source of the news that they choose to consume. In its communications plan, the WHO identifies misinformation as a risk to the dissemination of the message and recommends that countries should track rumours and make sure to respond with ‘evidence-based guidance.’ A website has since been established in Ireland entitled ‘Healthfacts.ie’ to help people fact check health information specifically relating to COVID-19.
In a time of crisis, the public look to brands, organisations, governments and their leaders for reassurance. They need to know that the people in charge know what they are doing and that they are capable of and trustworthy in managing the crisis. This, unfortunately, was not always the case during the peak of the Coronavirus pandemic. For example, in the weeks prior to the lockdown in the UK, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson undermined the advice of the scientists and medical professionals by stating that he had recently met and shook hands with many COVID patients while taking no precautions to reduce transmission. Within weeks, Johnson himself was admitted to hospital after contracting the virus. Although his initial approval ratings appeared not to be affected by this performance, over the course of the pandemic, his ratings have travelled in the wrong direction. On the 14th June 2020, The Guardian reported that less than a third of the UK public approve of the government’s handling of the pandemic.
Competent leaders evoke trust. They communicate clearly and consistently. They don’t try to conceal information, speculate or blame. US President Donald Trump’s communications offer an example of the antithesis of competent crisis communications. At the initial stages of the outbreak, Trump described the virus as merely like the flu. Like his international counterparts, Trump then proceeded to hold daily press conferences. However, instead of addressing the legitimate concerns of the public communicated through the present journalists, Trump used those press conferences as opportunities for blame and speculation. He blamed the media for perpetuating ‘fake news’ and the WHO and China for mismanaging the pandemic and spreading the virus respectively. As is common in his rhetoric, he used racist language throughout instilling hatred and racism in those who follow him. In one now-infamous appearance, he used his press conference to speculate if there was any merit in people consuming household disinfectant to treat the virus. Immediately manufacturers of such products were active on social media cautioning the public against ingesting their products. A poll by Reuters/Ipsos quoted in Forbes in June 2020 reveals that 58% of American’s disapprove of Trump’s handling of the pandemic. The article states that this is Trump’s lowest rating since public opinion was first sought on his handling of the crisis in March 2020. For communications students, it is worth studying Trump’s response to this crisis in detail in the context of crisis communications and the use of propaganda. In Brazil, another example can be seen of the effects that the politicization of the Coronavirus has had on the trajectory of COVID-19 within the population. In Brazil, President Bolsonaro has repeatedly flouted the advice from the health experts contradicting recommendations on social distancing and attending mass events. Brazil has now overtaken the UK as the second country to have lost the most lives. As of the 5th June 2020, according to an article in The Guardian, the top three countries in the world in terms of deaths from the Coronavirus, in order, are the US, Brazil and the UK.
The COVID-19 crisis is a unique, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for communications students to analyse a live international crisis as it unfolds. The Risk Communications Planning document published by the WHO is a clear and concise strategic crisis communications plan which could be tailored and applied to any crisis. Similarly, ‘The 5 Cs’ outlined here can be used to examine any crisis situation to analyse the response of the organisation in question. Similar characteristics will no doubt present themselves in most crises. The COVID-19 pandemic, unfortunately, is one which is likely to continue for two to three years more and the global communications response should be studied carefully by anyone with an interest in crisis communications.
- Forbes, Trump’s Coronavirus Approval Rating Sinks to New Low as Cases Surge
- Irish Mirror, Are face masks mandatory in Ireland? Current laws and proposals for public transport
- The Guardian, Brazil condemned to historic tragedy by Bolsonaro’s virus response – top doctor.
- The Guardian, Poll: UK government losing public approval over handling of virus
- The Independent, Jacinda Arden most popular New Zealand PM in a century as approval rating surges
- The Irish Times, Irish Times poll: Varadkar to leave taoiseach’s office with approval numbers off the charts
- WHO, RCCE Action Plan Guidance. COVID-19 preparedness and response

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Signs of a thaw emerged in Lok Sabha with the government accepting Opposition demand to discuss an adjournment motion on External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj's alleged role in Lalit Modi controversy.
Swaraj herself requested Speaker Sumitra Mahajan to accept the Opposition demand soon after the House assembled for the day, the penultimate day of the Monsoon Session which has remained stalled over Congress protests on the Lalit Modi and Vyapam issues.
The External Affairs Minister's request prompted Parliamentary Affairs Minister Venkaiah Naidu to tell the House that the government was ready to discuss the issue under an adjournment motion, a matter which was not acceptable to it so far.
As the Opposition began their protests, Swaraj requested the Speaker to accept the notice of adjournment motion given by Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge that was related to her.
Making an earnest appeal, Swaraj said the adjournment motion should be "accepted as it is".
Let only the Opposition participate in the debate and no one from the government would be part of it, she said.
"My only request is that the Opposition should be present in the House when I give the reply," Swaraj said.
However, Kharge insisted that the Prime Minister Narendra Modi should be present during the debate and should reply.
How can action be taken against the Minister without the Prime Minister being present and answering to the debate, he wondered.


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Boat on Lake Bohinj in the Upper Carniola, Sloveniahttps://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Bohinjsko_jezero_Oberkrain_Slowenien_20092009_67.jpg
is a small country in Central Europe, one of those that broke off from Yugoslavia in 1991. Covering 20,273 sq km (7,827 sq mi), it is bordered by Croatia to the south and east, Italy to the west, Austria to the north, and Hungary to the northeast. Slovenia enjoys a short stretch of coastline along the Adriatic Sea.
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Slovenia has a population of slightly over two million. Its capital and largest city is Ljubljana. The official language is known as Slovene. Ethnic Slovene forms some 83% of the country's population. The government of Slovenia is a parliamentary republic headed by a president and a prime minister.
Slovenia observes Central European Time, which is an hour ahead of Coordinated Universal Time (UTC+1), and two hours ahead in summer. Traffic is driven on the right here. The phone IDD code is +386. The electricity is 230V/50Hz using European plug.
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Slovenia adopts the Euro as its official currency. It is today the richest Slavic nation-state. In 2010, it had an estimated nominal GDP of $46.442 billion, and a per capital nominal GDP of $23,009. Its per capita GDP at purchasing power parity was $27,900.
One half of Slovenia is still forested. Its highest peak is Mount Triglav, which is 2,864 m (9,396 ft). The Alps dominate the northern part of Slovenia, forming the border between the country and Austria.
Slovenia traces its historical identity to the 16th century, when the first books in the Slovene language was written. Those early books were Protestant Bible teaching. The faith was however suppressed in the 17th century by the Habsburg-sponsored Counter Reformation.
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Slovenia was under the Austrian Habsburg Empire until the Napoleonic Wars, when it was ruled by the French, albeit briefly, between 1809 and 1813, before returning to Austrian rule. Nationalistic sentiments began with a developing interest in the Slovene language from the 1820's. In 1848, the Slovenes were demanding an autonomous kingdom within the Austrian Empire.
Some 300,000 Slovenes emigrated to other countries around the turn of the 20th century, moving to the United States, South America, Germany, Egypt and neighboring cities wsithin the Austro-Hungarian Empire such as Zagreb and Vienna.
World War I brought the dissolution of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Breaking away, the Slovenes, Croats and Serbs formed the State of Slovenes, Croats and Serbs in 1918, which eight years later was renamed Yugoslavia.
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Yugoslavia was initially a kingdom. It was invaded by the Axis Powers during World War II, and after the war, was reestablished as a socialist state, the Federal Yugoslavia. By the late 1980's, there was a strong movement in Slovenia towards democracy, predating the collapse of the Soviet Union.
On 25 June 1991 Slovenia declared independence, and was immediately attacked by Yugoslav army, sparking the Ten-Day War. The European Union recognized Slovenia in January 1992, and the United Nations accepted its membership in May. Slovenia gained membership of the European union in 2004, the same year it joined NATO. On 1 January 2007 Slovenia became the first transition country to meet the criteria to join the Eurozone.
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Preparing Money for Slovenia
The currency used in Slovenia is the Euro (EUR).
Planning your visit to Slovenia
Slovenia is a member of the Schengen Agreement. Therefore, visitors from EU and EFTA countries only need to carry an approved ID card to gain entry. There is no border control for citizens of the European Union (except Bulgaria, Cyprus, Ireland, Romania and the United Kingdom), Iceland, Norway and Switzerland.
As of January 2011, you do not need a visa for entering Slovenia or any other Schengen member country if you are a citizen of Albania, Andorra, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Brunei, Canada, Chile, Costa Rica, Croatia, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Hong Kong, Israel, Japan, Macau, Malaysia, Mauritius, Mexico, Monaco, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Saint Kitts and Nevis, San Marino, Seychelles, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, United States, Uruguay, Vatican City, and Venezuela.
Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport is the main airport serving Slovenia. It is located about 19km (12 mi) north of Ljubljana. The airport is the homebase of the Slovenian flag carrier Adria Airways. EasyJet and Vueling Airlines provide low-cost flights between Ljubljana and selected destinations including London-Stansted, Paris-Charles de Gaulle and Barcelona.
Recommended Travel Guidebook
My favorite travel guidebook for further reading in preparation of your trip is the Slovenia Eyewitness Guide, because it follows a format that I find useful to users, not to mention I have also contributed to some of the titles in the Eyewitness series of guidebooks.
Major Cities in Slovenia
- Ljubljana - capital
- Nova Gorica
Places of Interest in Slovenia
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Back To School Means Stepped Up Enforcement: Ask The Trooper
With public schools in Lafayette Parish opening for the first day, state police is reminding drivers of a new state law that will affect them in school zones, as well as general safety tips when sharing the roadway with school buses and other traffic.
Louisiana State Police Troop I spokesperson Master Trooper Brooks David said drivers will no longer be allowed to use a handheld cell phone while driving through a school zone. That law, which was passed by legislators during the most recent legislative session, only allows the use of completely hands-free devices in these areas, David said.
State police will also be stepping up enforcement of laws governing school buses and speed limits in a school zone. Because school buses are required to drive at a speed lower than most posted speed limits--35 miles per hour in most cases and 55 miles per hour on highways--David recommended driving a safe distance away from a bus.
"As soon as those yellow flashers on the bus come on, you don't want to see if you can beat a stop sign from coming out," David said. Additional troopers will be posted in school zones, and "there will be no breaks given. If you pass a school bus with that stop sign out, you will receive a citation," David added.
Did you know?
Troopers in Troop I are required to visit a school several times a month, David said. They are encouraged to talk with administrators, teachers, and students during these visits, though they are also told to "run radar."
"We want the public to know that we're in the schools, just wanting them to feel safe, kind of like a deterrent," David said. "We want people to see and know that we're there."
This interaction with the education community allows troopers to become familiar with schools' layouts and schools' policies for emergency situations, David said, but it also allows them to provide for teachers and students a face of police.
"We want the children to know that they can come to us in a time of need," David said. "If we go read these kids a book...we want to build these kids' trust, and we want them to know that we're here for them"

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Offerings is located in Marin County, in the heart of the San Francisco Bay Are. The County Office of Education in San Rafael provides a state of the art conference center for workshops and events.
Offerings began working on the island of Java in 2011 with special needs centers. Our Executive Director returned in the summer of 2015, hosted by the Autism Society of Indonesia, and offered workshops for families and professionals on designing programs and curriculums.
Offerings is also working on the island of Bali. During the summer of 2015 Offerings helped centers think about the Wellness of their special needs teams and held discussions focused on helping families address the needs of the typical sibling living in a family with special needs children.
During the summer of 2016 Offerings worked again in Bali with the administrators of non-governmental organizations supporting children and adults with special needs by holding a workshop on fundraising. It also provided workshops for Occupational Therapists and Speech Therapists on the island. Other workshops were provided on Autism, Cerebral Palsy, and Downs Syndrome. Offerings also brought together the special needs community and general community through a one-day soccer skills development day.
Offerings expanded its work in the summer of 2017 by traveling to Uganda Africa, working collaboratively with Embrace Kulture and centers there for children with autism in the cities of Entebbe, Kampala and Jinja. We hope to continue working in other developing countries where cultures are open to working collaboratively in order to understand best practices for children, teens, and adults with special needs.


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“I see no reasons for panic!”
By Aleksandr Okhrimenko
Translated from Russian by J.Hawk
Currently the average salary in Ukraine in dollars is
approximately the same as in Nepal or Senegal. Which is why any talk of Ukraine
becoming an EU member are pure fantasy.
As we know, Ukraine had made a “European choice”, and now
the Ukrainian government is promising that the standard of living will be like
in the EU. They are constantly saying that, any minute now, Ukraine will apply
to join the EU. While nobody even mentions the fact that Ukraine signed the EU
Association Agreement. Even though it is generally considered that Maidan
happened because the “malevolent” Yanukovich temporarily delayed its signing.
We no longer have a “malevolent” government, and we do have the Association
Agreement, but the situation is downright strange: the standard of living not
only reached the European level, it dropped catastrophically.
Bulgaria’s average salary is around 33 euro, it’s the lowest
salary in the EU. In Romania it’s 370 euro. Though in Moldova, which also wants
to join, it’s around 180 euro. But in Ukraine it’s lower still, around 130
euro, or around 150 dollars. No CIS country has average salaries this low. It
was generally believed that the lowest CIS salaries are in the Central Asia, in
countries like Tadjikistan or Kirgizstan. But Ukraine’s salaries are actually
lower, since the average salary in Tadjikistan is around 180 dollars. In
Uzbekistan it’s around 360 dollars, and in Kazakhstan over 600 dollars.
The reason for the critical condition of Ukraine’s economy
is the Maidan, which categorically demanded the Association Agreement, hoping
it would lead to an unheard-of economic miracle. Although in reality this
agreement is little more than an inter-governmental treaty which simply
regulates certain business and trade contacts, but in and of itself it is not
capable of causing miracles, or even economic growth, if the country’s own
economy is not working. As it happens, we do have a problem with Ukraine’s
economy. Mainly because of the destruction of the banking system and the
currency market by the National Bank of Ukraine acting in accordance with IMF
requests. Instead of stabilizing the hryvnya, ensuring stable conditions for
the banks by supporting them, the NatBank is doing exactly the opposite. As a
result the hryvnya devaluation got out of control, businesses are going
bankrupt on a massive scale because the banks are under temporary NatBank control. The
endless limits and prohibitions on the currency market have de-facto blocked
the importers and exporters from performing their activities, and there is now
an active black market for currency. Salaries under these conditions cannot
grow, rather the opposite, since both unemployment and salary non-payments are on the
increase. Everything suggests Ukraine will soon suffer both hyperinflation and
hyperdevaluation, as in the ‘90s, and will have to carry out currency reform to
replace the hryvnya with a new monetary unit.
All Ukrainians understand that as long as the Yatsenyuk
government and the NatBank continue playing political games instead of worrying
about Ukraine’s economy, the drop in Ukrainian incomes will continue. We can
expect that by the end of 2015 the average salary will fall under 100 dollars,
and the most important issue for Ukrainians will not be the choice of work, but
having any work at all. Because it will be harder and harder to find paying
jobs. All of that can destroy Ukraine’s economy to its foundations, and the
people responsible for it will write in their memoirs that they tried to carry
out reforms, but did not know how so nothing they tried worked. They will
likely forget to mention that before the Maidan the average salary in Ukraine
was around 440 dollars. But for some reason everyone thought that was bad,
while the current salaries represent the European choice.
J.Hawk’s Comment: This too is the consequence of the war. The instability of the situation on the Donbass means Ukraine is a very unattractive place in which to invest, or to even provide with assistance, since the likelihood of credits being repaid is low. At some point economic expectations become a self-fulfilling prophecy, and Ukraine may well have passed the point of no return.
While on the one hand this makes Ukraine a country economically incapable of waging a war, at the same time the fact its leadership may have nothing left to lose just might push it to do something truly desperate. Like a new round of fighting, accompanied with a martial law and everything that implies.

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Padraig Stevens with Leo Moran at the Irish Cultural Center
We are excited to announce that Padraig Stevens with Leo Moran of The Saw Doctors will be playing at the ICC as part of their US tour to promote Padraig's new album "News From The Old Country."
Thursday, October 11 at 7:00 pm (doors open at 6:00 pm) at the ICC's Trinity Pub at 429 Morgan Road, West Springfield, MA. Dinner menu and bar will be available. Table or bar seating, general/shared seating layout.
*Tickets are limited for this special event. Advance purchase is highly recommended. Cost is $25 ICC Patrons / $30 general / $25 for seating in rear room off main dining room (some obstructed view).*
This is a rare treat to hear all new songs from Padraig Stevens, a prolific Galway songwriter, with Leo Moran supporting on guitar. Padraigs songs have been recorded by The Saw Doctors, Christy Moore, Eleanor Shanley, and more.
"Greetings from Padraig in Tuam, Ireland.
I was happy enough, enjoying my days. Sitting at home and writing songs. Then Leo arrived one day, wondering if I would be interested in doing a few little gigs with him.
He had enjoyed playing the shows he had done with Anto - and later with Davy - but now he just wanted to play his guitar, and 'would I sing some of my songs', he said.
This sounded good to me, so we started in February 2017 with gigs in The Kings Head, Galway and Campbell's Tavern near Headford, both local venues.
We got a great welcome at the shows, the audience enjoyed them, so did we! We did a few more gigs, things were getting better.
Then we discovered we really needed to get some of our music recorded to let people know what to expect when they came to see us play. We went to Sun Street Studio Tuam where our old friend Ken Ralph whipped our sound into shape. With Leo steering we eventually released an album of songs called 'News from the Old Country.' Have a listen!
Playing live is our real vocation though, and we look forward to every show we do, but now with a bundle of gigs booked across New England we are getting very excited to be spreading our wings and playing to new audiences. See you soon."
Irish Cultural Center: Irish House Restaurant and Trinity Pub (View)
429 Morgan Road
West Springfield, MA 01089
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HCC dental clinic receives donation
The Dental Education Clinic at Hagerstown Community College recently received a generous monetary donation from Associated Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, Drs. Jon Pike, Howard Nelson and Nahla Chaudhary.
The money was used to purchase a new ultrasonic instrument cleaner, a mobile 25-foot divider wall, a new power scaler foot pedal and several teaching mouth models.
The items will allow for more efficient use of the clinical space and increase the number of state-of-the-art learning resources available to HCC’s dental assisting and dental hygiene students.
The Dental Education Clinic provides high quality, affordable dental hygiene care.
Patient volunteers are cared for by HCC dental hygiene students, under the supervision of registered dental hygienists and a supervising dentist, for a small materials fee.
For more information about HCC’s dental programs, go to www.hagerstowncc.edu/dental.


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Is adventure craft still in business?
Adventure Craft focused on the construction of a 29-foot fiberglass vessel offering good value and comfort for extended stays on the water. Adventure Craft was acquired by Niemela Industries in 2008 and continues to produce the houseboat.
Where are Adventure Craft boats made?
Although the Adventure Craft has undergone considerable design changes, boating enthusiasts and houseboaters will enjoy the same stable Trimaran hull design, dual helm controls and large, screened windows. Location: Calumet, Mich.
How much is a CaraBoat?
The CaraBoat is priced at around $139,000 depending on options – but you are basically getting a two-for-one deal!
How do I download AdventureCraft?
AdventureCraft Download -> http://www.mediafire.com/download/gddxkkm1ahc8pp8/AdventureCraft.zip Once you download it, extract it to your desktop and open “Start. bat” to launch Adventurecraft (DONT OPEN EXE!)
How much is a used yacht?
The answers vary as much as the type of yachts considered “small” or “big”. As a starting point, we offer used yachts for sale in the 50-70′ range that vary in price anywhere from $4,200,000 to $249,000. New yachts in the 50′-70′ range will vary depending on the model, engines, additional options, and added features.
What is a Boaterhome?
A rare truck/boat hybrid produced in the 80’s and based on the Ford Econoline van, only 21 were ever produced. John Ortlieb from Las Vegas, Nevada has not one, but two of the legendary Boaterhomes to his name and they are totally awesome.
How much is a Sealander?
Sealander pricing starts around $21,040, which is a hefty price tag for a trailer. From there, Sealander’s curated add-ons can turn the trailer into a solid living option.
How much does a 40 foot yacht cost?
Yachts start around $300,000 for smaller 40-foot models and can go as high as several hundred million dollars for superyachts. This average amount is all-encompassing.
How much does an Amphicar cost?
Depending on the model and the location of where the cars were sold, the price for one has ranged from US $27,500 to $123,200. The Amphicar that sold for $123,200 was the only one to sell for more than $100,000. Despite this fact, a large majority of Amphicars has sold for prices close to $100,000.
Does the Boaterhome actually exist?
CAR ENTHUSIAST John Ortlieb, from Nevada, is the proud owner of not one, but two ‘Boaterhomes’ – a spectacular half boat, half van hybrid. Only 21 of these unique vehicles exist, and John’s, built in the eighties was based on a Ford Econoline Van.
How much is a Bruder EXP 6?
The Bruder EXP-6 Expedition starts at $96,500, without customization and shipping, which is a princely sum.


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Embrace Life with Piety
In realms where ascetic souls reside,
Where worldly charms they choose to hide,
Abstaining from life’s tempting game,
In Allah’s love, they find their aim.
For pleasures fleeting, they won’t yearn,
In solitude, a lesson learned,
In quiet moments, hearts find peace,
From worldly bonds, they seek release.
No laughter loud, nor fragrance sweet,
Can lure them from their faith’s heartbeat,
In prayer and fasting, they immerse,
Their souls in worship, free from curse.
The beauty of the world they shun,
For in submission, life is won,
In simple acts of love and care,
They find Allah’s presence rare.
In every trial and every test,
They see a path that’s truly blessed,
Abstaining from life’s fleeting pleasures,
They seek Allah’s eternal treasures.
In detachment, they find bliss,
From worldly ties, they gently kiss,
For in surrender, they are free,
Embracing life with piety.


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My Silk Road tour –a visit of the Bingling Temple Caves
2019-09-26China travel Guide
Actually tourism resources in Lanzhou City are relatively limited, but the surrounding attractions, such as the Bingling Temple Caves in Linxia, cannot be missed.
The Bingling Temple Caves are located in a small stone mountain 35 kilometers southwest of Yongjing County, Linxia Hui Autonomous Prefecture of Gansu Province. It takes about three hours from Lanzhou to travel 75 kilometers by car to the dam of the Liujiaxia Hydropower Station, from where change the transport to speedboat and pass the 54-kilometer plateau lake for about 40 minutes to arrive the scenic spot.
Founded in the Western Qin Dynasty, Bingling Temple Caves had been expanded over the ages and it has a history of more than 1,600 years. It was once a prosperous place where merchant ships were moored in the ancient China’s Sui Dynasty and it was also the only way to Turpan on the ancient Silk Road. We can say economic development and the integration of different cultures created the splendid Bingling Temple Caves. It is well known for its stone carvings, like the Longmen Grottoes in Luoyang. Bingling Temple is a famous Chinese cave temple, and its artistic value is second only to Mogao Grottoes in Dunhuang. With the decline of the ancient Silk Road, Bingling Temple gradually lost its brilliance.
Bingling Temple Caves, as a site of the “Silk Road: Chang'an-Tianshan Corridor Road Network”, jointly submitted by China, Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan, was successfully inscribed on the World Heritage List at the UNESCO World Heritage Committee’s 38th session held in Doha, Qatar on June 22, 2014.
It takes about 1.5 to 2 hours to tour in the Bingling Temple Caves scenic spot. Some special caves can be visited at an extra cost, while several special caves are located on top of the Big Buddha and must be reached by climbing the boardwalk. If body does not allow, it is not recommended to visit the special grottoes.
After finishing the tour there, we were driven to Xiahe, a county with Tibetan characteristics. The journey takes about 3 hours. Upon arrival at Xiahe, the altitude has risen sharply to 2,800 meters. For tourists, it is quite important to pay attention to their physical condition at high altitudes.
Spring has just arrived in Xiahe at the end of May, and the temperature is relatively low, sometimes it even snows, so you must bring enough warm clothes when you come here.
What a wonderful day! Although the journey today is little tiring, the collision of different cultures is really fascinating.
To be continued…
--by Sandy Ren (VisitOurChina)

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As the Tech world waits for the impending iPad announcement on March 2nd – AMD scores a significant design win. The Radeon HD 6000M will team with Sandy Bridge i5 and i7 processors in the new MacBook Pro laptops. The Radeon HD 6000M provides the MacBook Pro with 1GB of GDDR5 dedicated memory. See more on the new MacBook Pro here.
AMD continued its growth streak, reaching $5.9 billion in Q1’22, a YoY gain of almost 71%. However, gross margin (GAAP) fell 4% Q-Q, but was up 4.4% YoY. “The first quarter marked a significant inflection point in our journey to scale and transform AMD as we delivered record revenue and closed our strategic acquisition of Xilinx,” said AMD Chair and CEO Lisa Su.


OpTek Systems selects confocal sensors for precision measurements on highly reflective and diffuse surfaces in micromachining projects
Precision laser micromachining specialist OpTek Systems has installed non-contact confocal chromatic sensors from Micro-Epsilon on a number of its laser processing machines. These high precision confocal displacement sensors are capable of measuring the surface finish and groove depth of difficult materials, ranging from highly reflective, mirrored surfaces to dark, diffuse surfaces.
With an installed base covering Europe, USA and Asia, OpTek Systems is a global supplier of production-line laser systems for precision laser micromachining, laser processing and measurements, as well as providing subcontract laser processing services. The company has installed its machining equipment in most manufacturing environments, from clean rooms to construction sites.
As Mike Osborne, Technical Director at OpTek Systems' UK site in Abingdon, Oxford states: "The machines that we build here need to work to extremely high tolerances, typically to sub-micron accuracy. This means that any measurement and inspection systems that we install on these machines also need to operate at these levels of accuracy. On a recent project, we had some severe challenges to overcome in terms of the in-situ measurement capability of our machines, which would be required to measure the depth of features laser-etched in the surface of disc-shaped components to accuracies of 0.25 microns, as well as measure the surface finish [Ra] of these components to less than 0.1-micron accuracy."
"In addition, these same measurement systems would have to cope with changes in the texture and surface finish of the components, which might be high precision air bearings or seals. Typically, these components are machined from metals or hard ceramics, such as silicon carbide or tungsten carbide, and so the sensors need to measure on both dark, diffuse surfaces, as well as shiny reflective, mirrored surfaces. Finding a supplier that could provide us with one type of sensor that met these requirements was a challenge to say the very least," he adds.
According to Osborne, consideration was given to employing some of the contact-based, stylus measurement systems typically used for off-line measurements, but the practicalities of integrating (rather delicate) touch probe sensors within the automated environment of the machine were problematic. "Moreover, the ability of the non-contact probe to be able to measure a range of different sizes and shapes of parts and features with small tolerances both in depth and laterally without concern for mechanical crashes made the non-contact approach very attractive. Furthermore, the ability to avoid probe-tip cleaning and replacement provides a more reliable and stable long term solution."
At this point OpTek Systems decided to approach Micro-Epsilon for help. As David Jones, Sales and Applications Engineer at Micro-Epsilon UK comments: "After meeting with OpTek Systems to discuss their application in detail, we considered the various non-contact displacement measuring principles including laser triangulation sensors. We concluded that laser sensors would not provide OpTek Systems with the measurement accuracy it needed in this application, particularly when the surfaces were changing from dark, diffuse to highly reflective. We therefore recommended the confocal principle."
Micro-Epsilon recommended its confocalDT IFS 2405 non-contact confocal displacement sensor, which is able to measure on dark, diffuse to shiny, highly reflective surfaces, as well as providing the extremely high measurement precision required for the project.
The confocalDT IFS 2405 series of confocal sensors are designed for measurement tasks that require maximum precision - typically research and development tasks, laboratory and medical, semiconductor manufacturing, glass production and plastics processing. As well as distance measurements on highly reflective and dark, diffuse materials, the sensors can also be used for one-sided thickness measurement of clear film, boards or layers. The sensors also benefit from large stand-off distances (up to 100mm), providing users with greater flexibility in terms of the variety of applications in which the sensor can be used. In addition, the tilt angle of the sensor has been increased significantly (up to 34 degrees), which provides better performance when measuring across changing surface features.
The confocalDT IFS 2405 series comprises five sensors with measuring ranges from 0.3mm up to 30mm. Spot diameter is from 6µm up to 50µm. Maximum resolution is 0.01µm and maximum linearity is 0.3µm.
Confocal measuring principle
The confocal chromatic measuring principle works by focusing polychromatic white light onto the target surface using a multi-lens optical system. The lenses are arranged in such a way that the white light is dispersed into a monochromatic light by controlled chromatic deviation (aberration). A certain deviation (specific distance) is assigned to each wavelength by a factory calibration. Only the wavelength that is exactly focussed on the target surface or material is used for the measurement. This light reflected from the target surface is passed through a confocal aperture onto a spectrometer, which detects and processes the spectral changes. Both diffuse and specular surfaces can be measured using the confocal chromatic principle.
Confocal measurement offers nanometre resolutions and operates almost independently of the target material. A very small, constant spot size through the measurement range of the sensor is achieved. Miniature radial and axial confocal versions are available for measuring the internal surfaces of drilled or bored holes, as well as the measurement of narrow apertures, small gaps and cavities.
As Mike Osborne explains: "Our machines, and indeed laser-machines in general, already have line-of-sight of the component that needs to be measured and so installing a confocal sensor close to this target was relatively straightforward. The confocal sensor can be positioned well away from the debris field produced by the laser machining process, and then brought in to measure the result almost in real time. The machines are now installed and fully operational at the customer's site and the confocal sensors are performing very well."
"In addition, being able to supply laser processing machines to our customers with in-situ measurement capabilities for difficult, changing surface textures, adds real value to our offering. The sensors are capable of measuring component and surface features that were previously beyond our capabilities, which in turn has opened up a lot of scope for providing new quality assurance features on our machines. We've also been very pleased with the technical support provided by Micro-Epsilon, particularly when it came to selecting the most appropriate measuring principle for the application. We look forward to working with them again on future projects," he concludes.
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The ABC comedy hit has cast Steve Zahn in a key sixth season role as The Dunphys’ horrible new neighbor.
ABC has unveiled its 2014-2015 primetime schedule, which includes new series “American Crime,” “Black-ish,” “Cristela,” “Forever,” “Fresh Off the Boat,” “Galavant,” “How to Get Away with Murder,” “Manhattan Love Story,” “Marvel’s Agent Carter,” “Secrets and Lies,” “Selfie” and “The Whispers.”
The newly-merged actors guild SAG-AFTRA gave out their 20th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards earlier this evening on a live broadcast on TBS, making it even clearer who might be winning on Oscar night with some of the same winners from this past week’s Golden Globes and Critics Choice Movie Awards being honored by their fellow actors.
ABC, the last major network to unveil its fall rollout plans, has set its premiere dates for new and returning series.
Season 4 of the best family comedy on TV right now wrapped up last week on ABC, and while most people’s attention is currently focused on the running jokes of another family show, Arrested Development, we’d thought we’d choose some of our favourites from Modern Family.
Although Christoph Waltz was said to be up for the role back in October, The Hollywood Reporter brings word that “Modern Family” star Ty Burrell will now take his place in Walt Disney Pictures’ still-untitled sequel to 2011’s The Muppets. Burrell will play the part of an Interpol agent.
As we get closer to the end of the year, BuzzHub will be releasing various lists of our favourites and least favourites in different categories. We’re starting with a big one- the best and worst TV shows and episodes of the year.

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In Western Ethiopia, about fifty churches and dozens of houses belonging to Christians have been burned by
Buddhist activists Muslim mobs, displacing thousands of people.
“The violence against Christians in Ethiopia is alarming because Ethiopian Muslims and Christians used to live together peacefully. Besides, it’s extremely disconcerting that in Ethiopia, where Christians are the majority, they are also the victims of persecution,” Jonathan Racho, ICC’s Regional Manager of Africa and South Asia, told FoxNews.com.
This is just the latest in a never-ending and bitter litany of attacks on Christians by militant Muslims in so many different areas of what’s sometimes called the “developing world.” Interesting developments indeed. Continue reading “Increasingly lethal times for Christians”
And, in an important sense, Bush was wrong (as is Obama today), in not insisting on this as a premise in both Afghanistan and Iraq. At Georgetown University today the Archbishop of Denver, Charles J. Chaput, gave a speech which included the following:
The global situation is made worse by the inaction of our own national leadership in promoting to the world one of America’s greatest qualities: religious freedom.
This is regrettable because we urgently need an honest discussion on the relationship between Islam and the assumptions of the modern democratic state. In diplomacy and in interreligious dialogue we need to encourage an Islamic public theology that is both faithful to Muslim traditions and also open to liberal norms. Shari’a law is not a solution. Christians living under shari’a uniformly experience it as offensive, discriminatory and a grave violation of their human dignity. Continue reading “Chaput is right”


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A top 10 2011 list would not be complete without this great Zelda game.
The 2011 Wii drought came to a end during November when the next console Zelda game was released. The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword proved that the Zelda formula can still work and make for a great game. MotionPlus implementation and a slew of other great details made this well-crafted adventure stand out amongst others, easily earning it a spot in our top 10.
Skyward Sword delivered a nearly perfect experience on all levels. Minor gripes and complaints aside, there was plenty to love. Beginning with a compelling story, lacking voice acting, I found myself always wanting to know what would happen next. Major plot revelations were sparingly placed between every few dungeons, but it was enough to keep me trucking through.
At first glance, the art direction taken in Skyward Sword seems like a step back from the more realistic Twilight Princess. However, after realizing the blurring and watercolor effects are intentional, the game’s style becomes far more appealing. This bold direction, using a new and different art style, paid off well, making Skyward Sword one of the best looking Wii games to date.
However, the one thing I will always remember about Skyward Sword is its controls. MotionPlus has never been implemented so effectively, making you feel as if you could never go back to standard buttons. Strategic swordplay is now a key feature in battle. Waggling the Wii Remote will no longer always lead you to victory; enemies are smart, and can block attacks that are not well planned out. The MotionPlus is also used to enhance the items used to both battle and solve puzzles. Guiding the new item, the beetle, through the sky is an experience bettered immensely by the MotionPlus accessory.
Another very welcome addition is the fully orchestrated soundtrack. Most songs were memorable and added to the overall experience. Whether it’s talking to characters or battling it out against a boss, there was bound to be a great song in the background. Those who picked up Skyward Sword’s initial production were also given a 25th anniversary Zelda soundtrack. While not crucial to the game experience added to the game, it does help show how dynamic and important Zelda music is.
The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword is the type of game that will have you coming back over and over again until you finish the lengthy adventure. It boasts tons of content, new and effective controls, an interesting story, and great art and sound styles. These details and more created a loveable Zelda game everyone should play.

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2 holiday homes in Salento, in the area of Gallipoli | Villetta Li Can
Villetta Li Canali is located in the heart of Salento and consists of 2 separate holiday homes : an apartment on the ground floor for 4 persons and a penthouse for 2 persons with an infant, as there`s a babybed present. A simple and functional solution to spend a holiday in Salento, near the city of Gallipoli.
VillettaLi Canali is located Just a few minutes drive from Gallipoli, inthe heart of Salento. It consists of 2 holiday homes, one onthe ground floor and one on the first floor. They are completelyindependent and youcan rent them separatly.These holiday homes are the perfect solution to full enjoy yourvacation in the countryside of Salento.
The 2 holiday homes in the small villa for rent in the heart of Salento
Villetta Li Canali consists of two independent holiday homes. The low cost solution accommodates a total of 7 people. Pets are allowed.
Attico Li Canali is located on the upper floor of the villa in the heart of Salento. With barbecue in the common garden, terrace and internet, in its double room accommodates up to 2 people plus an infant in cot.
The apartment Li Canali is located on the ground floor. With internet, TV and barbecue in the garden available, it can accommodate up to 4 people
The surroundings of villetta Li Canali
VillettaLi Canali is rented in the countryside between Collepasso andCasarano. It is an ideal holiday home to spend your vacationsurrounded by nature. It`s located a few kilometers from the beautifulbeaches of Gallipoli, its charming old town Gallipoli vecchiaand its interesting evenings in the clubs and beaches of thepromenade.
Inthe nearby town of Casarano you will find all the mainservices, as well as numerous cultural attractions, such as ancientchurches and museums. Nearby there is a wellness centerwhere there are services such as the gym, the swimming pool and ahorse-riding center.


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DHAKA, June 18, 2022: West Indies put them in commanding position in the first Test, denying a valiant Bangladeshi bowlers, who bowled with their heart out despite the batters shaky show at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium at Antigua on Friday.
The Bangladesh bowlers did their part well to bowl West Indies out for 265, which limited West Indies' lead to 162 as the Tigers were shot out for 103 in their first innings.
At stumps, Bangladesh were 50-2, still trailing by 112 runs to force West Indies batting for the second time in the match. As it looked, they may avoid the innings defeat but saving the match will require some monumental effort.
Opener Mahmudul Hasan Joy was batting on 18 with Najmul Hossain Shanto on 8.
West Indies pacer Alzzari Joseph (2-14) took both of the fallen wickets as he undid Tamim Iqbal for 22 with a delivery that swung sharply and caused Mehidy Hasan Miraz's demise with an extra bounce.
As a strategic move Miraz was sent to bat at No.3 position but that didn't pay off as he was out for just 2.
Miraz earlier bowled brilliantly to take 4-59 with his wily offspin. Fast bowlers-Ebadot Hossain and Syed Khaled Ahmed claimed two wickets apiece while Mustafizur Rahman and Shakib Al Hasan picked up one wicket apiece.
Resuming the day on 95-2 and with eight runs deficit, West Indies overnight batters Brathwaite and Nkrumah Bonner remained watchful and dealt with Bangladesh bowlers patiently.
Shakib Al Hasan made the breakthrough, removing Bonner for 33 but Brathwaite found an able support from Jermaine Blackwood with whom he shared 63-run for the fourth wicket stand.
As Khaled broke the partnership, Miraz got into act, slicing the lower middle order. Khaled then got the prized scalp of Blackwood for 63 as he posed a danger to take the game out of Bangladesh's grip.


Early this month, we reported about Lenovo Legion Go gaming handheld, an upcoming Steam Deck competitor. The Lenovo Legion Go will be competing with the growing gaming handheld market which is now dominated by Valve’s Steam Deck and ASUS’ Rog Ally. Today, Windows Report revealed official specs and pricing of this upcoming gaming handheld. Here’s the summary of the latest information on the Legion Go:
- Lenovo Legion Go will weigh 854g when controllers are attached.
- It will feature 16GB 7500Mhz LPDDR5X RAM and 256GB / 512GB / 1TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 storage options
- The 2-cell 49.2WHr battery will feature fast charging support.
- The 8.8-inch QHD+ (2560 x 1600) IPS 16:10 display will support 10-point Touch with 144Hz refresh support.
- The Lenovo Legion Go will cost €799/$799 and will be available in October
You can find the full tech specs here. Along with the tech specs of Legion Go, Windows Report also revealed specs of the Lenovo Legion Glasses. The Legion Glasses will feature 1080 Micro OLED displays for each eye and high-fidelity built-in speakers. The Legion Glasses will also be available in October, and it will cost €499/$499.


Improved SOC Estimation for Lithium-Ion Cells Valid for Different Temperatures and States-of-Health 2013-01-1537
Lithium-ion batteries are the most favored energy storage technology for high-efficiency hybrid and electrical vehicles. Online State-of-Charge (SOC) estimation is required for this application to estimate the remaining cruising distance. However, variation of battery parameters with temperature and cycle life has to be taken into account in order to achieve high accuracy.
In this work electrical tests on lithium-ion cells in different States-of-Health are performed and used to extract model parameters such as open-circuit-voltage and impedance. High precision test equipment has been developed to accurately track the true SOC of the cell during measurements. A strong influence of cycle-life on electrical battery behavior is observed.
A dynamic cell model based on the measurement results including temperature and aging effects is generated and subsequently used for SOC estimation with an Extended-Kalman-Filter. The results show high accordance of the estimated SOC with reference values, and significant improvements of estimation accuracy are shown for cells with high aging.
Citation: Wesskamp, P., Fischnaller, M., Lohmann, N., Melbert, J. et al., "Improved SOC Estimation for Lithium-Ion Cells Valid for Different Temperatures and States-of-Health," SAE Technical Paper 2013-01-1537, 2013, https://doi.org/10.4271/2013-01-1537. Download Citation
Patrick Wesskamp, Manuel Fischnaller, Nils Lohmann, Joachim Melbert, Thomas Musch


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Angelina Jolie made a $200 thousand donation to the NAACP Legal Defense Fund amid ongoing peaceful protests and calls to action from the Black Lives Matter movement, according to ET. The actress, who celebrated her 45th birthday on Thursday, June 4, made the donation in an effort for millions to understand the deep-seated history of racial injustice in the United States. Upon making her donation, the Changeling actress shared a powerful statement with the outlet.
“Rights don’t belong to any one group to give to another. Discrimination and impunity cannot be tolerated, explained away or justified. I hope we can come together as Americans to address the deep structural wrongs in our society,” the actress shared. “I stand with the NAACP Legal Defense Fund in their fight for racial equality, social justice, and their call for urgent legislative reform.”The Oscar-winner has a history of using her platform to benefit organizations and causes seeking equality and benefiting marginalized communities. For decades, the actress has worked to protect the rights of refugees, using her platform to highlight their struggles and lack of outlets for aid. She has also served as the Special Envoy for the UN High Commissioner for Refugees.
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Winstones Ice Cream Limited
Business Address: Winstones Ice Cream, Green Acres Bownham, Stroud GL5 5BX
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About Winstones Ice Cream Limited
Traditional English ice cream manufactured in the Cotswolds since 1925 using ingredients to make over 40 different flavours in a variety of sizes.
Perched on the edge of beautiful National Trust Common land, Winstones Ice Cream is one of the longest running, and most highly awarded ice cream producers in the country. A family ice cream business, with almost 100 years of ice cream making knowledge, our story is one of passion, hard work and the freshest, quality ingredients, which is why we are the West Country’s premier ice cream manufacturers, ice cream wholesalers and retailers.
Our family have a long and prestigious history of ice cream making in the West Country, where we have been producing award winning ice creams for almost a century.
Winstones Ice Cream was originally founded in 1925 by Albert Winstone when he began making and dispensing delicious ice creams from his farmhouse kitchen on the edge of National Trust common land overlooking the beautiful Stroud valleys. Reputation of Albert’s ice cream quickly grew and to cope with demand he opened a small kiosk on the grassland next to his home and within no time at all, he bought a motorcycle and side car which he used to bring his ice creams to the customer.
From these humble beginnings, Albert’s West Country business grew rapidly over the next few decades, expanding enough to build a brand new purpose built ice cream factory, and office development and build a workforce of highly skilled artisan ice cream makers.
Between 1960 and 1999 Winstones won the Ice Cream Alliance Silver Challenge Cup, one of the industry’s highest accolades, a record nine times, going on to win Great Taste Awards and Gloucestershire Business awards in more recent years.
By the 1960’s Albert’s son Frank joined the business and in the 1970’s he became the company’s managing director when Albert and wife Doris retired.
Our Business Today
Today our family ice cream factory still stands on the original site where it all began in the 1920′s perched on the edge of National Trust common land. We still strive to make the best ice cream around, using the best ingredients available and Winstones Ice Cream continues to grow under the directorship of Albert’s granddaughter Jane, and two son’s Tom and Ben. Over the years we have formed close partnerships with some of the best farms and bakeries around, ensuring that our ice cream is still as lip smackingly delicious as it was when Albert set out all those years ago, dispensing ice cream from his motorcycle and side car.
To date, we are one of the United Kingdom’s longest running and most highly awarded ice cream manufacturers and ice cream wholesalers, a legacy and heritage which we are very proud of as both a family and a business.

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By Noelia Veras
On the corner of Washington Place is the Rhode Island Row location of Carolina Kitchen. This restaurant specializes in comfort food and a wholistic Southern experience, all while providing fresh ingredients and amazing customer service.
When walking in, one is instantly greeted by the famous Carolina Kitchen slogan “welcome, welcome, welcome.” The restaurant is quite large and is bustling with energy. The walls are completely covered with artwork and impressive items, from a glittery image of a Marilyn Monroe to an antique accordion. The atmosphere is lively, with up-beat music constantly playing in the background.
The staff at Carolina Kitchen is charming and exude an air of Southern hospitality. Customer service at Carolina Kitchen is not just going through the motions of saying hello and greeting the customer, rather the staff makes an effort to really get to know people and make everyone feel at home. The welcoming attitude only further emphasizes the Southern roots of the place, making Southern hospitality something one actually feels when they walk in and not just a foreign concept.
“I’ve gone to Carolina Kitchen a couple of times and everytime I just feel so welcomed,” said freshman Kate Janik. “I love the food and highly recommend the black bean burger and mac and cheese.”
This restaurant is extremely ideal when parents come into town or for hanging out with friends. The meals are reasonably priced, ranging from $7 to $15 for most meals and the sides are 99¢ for the most part.
The menu at Carolina Kitchen is ample and includes appetizers, salads, soups, seafood, homestyle meals, sandwiches, and desserts. There are also many sides offered with the meal but the cornbread is far and away the best. The ingredients used are all fresh and the food is authentically soul, as the restaurant mainly uses a blend of cajun and creole spices.
A huge advantage to this restaurant is the proximity of its location to Catholic University. The restaurant is just one metro stop away on the red line, located at the Rhode Island Avenue stop.
The owners of this restaurant, Cathy and Dr. London Nelson, also own the restaurant next door TKO Burger. The restaurant also caters to people from all over the world and pride themselves on their diversity.
“This restaurant is special because the atmosphere grabs people,” said server Charles Crawford. “The customer service, the food, everything. We really pride ourselves on the experience.”
Ultimately, Carolina Kitchen is a huge advantage for Catholic University because it creates a welcoming and friendly environment while also providing authentic and delicious food. This is a great opportunity for students to get off campus when they are tired of dining hall food but do not want to travel too far into the city.


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We discussed her some more today but over the past few days of being sick and what just happened to me tonight. I decided I am well and truly through. You see not everyone who has BPD had a bad environment growing up necessarily. But I do see a lot of people who have BPD have been neglected or made out to seem like they don’t have the handle on reality when the reality is, they’ve been outnumbered by family members and fooled into believing them. Their family supports them very little and/or make the situation worse.
Cue the situation with my mum and my post. I just woke up from a paralysing nightmare, I couldn’t move, I couldn’t wake up and I had no sense of what really happened. I dreamed my mum was in the room, so when I half-woke I was calling her, I wanted some assurance and to ask whether she had really been in the room. I called her twice she replied from her room and once again, but she didn’t bother to come by. I went to her room eventually seeing her awake and on her phone. So she hadn’t been asleep she just didn’t care to move. I know it was a very real nightmare and not a life and death situation but it’s just another incident where she hasn’t been there for me. Now I don’t even want to compare it to me to what I ‘would have done’ because well, she wouldn’t have had to call me that many times.
I was talking in therapy today about how I thought I was selfish and my expectations of those close to me might be high. We went on to dissect why I thought that. The past few days I’ve been sick Ive had a lot of comments from her along the lines of ‘youre all always falling around’ ‘youre always sick”go to work we’re losing money’ just anything but ‘hope you feel better,’ ‘are you ok?’ You know the type of thing you’d think someone, a parent, would say to their child. In the end I had to accept with the agreement of my therapist that neither are my expectations high nor am I selfish but that was truly a reasonable thing to expect from my mother, despite my age.
I’m done. I am done putting her up on a mother platform that she has never lived up to. Growing up it was my auntie that was my refuge, her loving home, the nights she sang me to sleep, brushing my hair in the mornings, spending time with me, telling me stories. I didn’t get that with ‘mum’ & On a psychological level I realised long ago that my mother figure was my auntie all along. I wonder if she were alive longer than she was or if I’d lived with her would I have had BPD?
I feel sad this is my next post after an optimistic one but such is life, I am OK. I have just made an internal decision that she is not the type of mum I need or have needed her to be nor the type of mother I want to be when I have a child. I will have to learn and be better for them. I am too old and experienced to keep or hold onto toxicity, I am letting the mum concept go.