Utilities Maintenance Engineer
|Job Title:||Utilities Maintenance Engineer|
|Salary:||£45k - 48k per year + Bonus + Pension + Healthcare|
|Contact Name:||Beau Giambrone|
|Contact Email:||[email protected]|
|Job Published:||July 06, 2021 16:50|
Utilities Maintenance Engineer- Pharmaceutical
Salary: £45,000 - £48,000
OTE: £50,000 - £60,000
Location: Watford, Hertfordshire
A world renowned pharmaceutical company are currently recruiting for a Utilities Maintenance Engineer to join their site engineering and utilities team. The Utilities Maintenance Engineer will maintain a variety of utilities equipment such as HVAC, Steam systems, water treatment, Air handling units etc within a state of the art factory. The company also have a grading system for all of the Utilities Maintenance Engineer where as you go up the grades your salary increases with base salaries reaching up to £60,0000. The successful Utilities Maintenance Engineerr must have worked within a factory environment and maintained utilities equipment such as HVAC, Steam systems, water treatment, Air handling units.
Skills required for the Utilities Maintenance Engineer:
- Previous experience of maintaining Utilities equipment within a factory such as HVAC, Steam systems, water treatment, Air handling units
- Strong electrical or mechanical maintenance skills
- Factory background
- Engineering Qualification
- Able to work a rotating shift pattern of 4on 4off days and nights
The Utilities Maintenance Engineer will benefit from:
- Working in a clean room, state of the art factory as a Utilities Engineer
- Challenging and Varied role maintaining a wide variety of utilities equipment
- Joining a market leading and well established pharmaceutical company
- Opportunities for long term career progression beyond a Utilities Engineer
Benefits: Pension, Healthcare,
If you are interested in this role and feel that you have the right skills, then please click apply at the bottom of this advert.
For further details, contact Beau Giambrone on;
Tel: 020 8166 5252 or Email: [email protected]
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In the midst of all the financial turmoil,recession, and uncertainty sweeping our state and our country, it often seems as if there arent many things of which you be ceratin anymore. But now, there’s at least one. This year, the legislature did a SWEEPING overhaul of the law regualting Durable Powers of Attorney. Bottom Line: You need to understand these docvuments. And – sorry to be the messenger – you need a new one.
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In Katrina's wake, a chance to prove health IT's value
- By Mary Mosquera
- Sep 16, 2005
Floodwaters destroyed the medical records of thousands of evacuees from New Orleans, washing away orders for cancer and diabetes treatment and medication information stored in physician offices and clinics.
The Health and Human Services Department is trying to recreate some of that medical data electronically, in what is proving to be a test case for the government's efforts to develop health IT systems.
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With standards for interoperability, systems also could let public health officials quickly identify an emerging pandemic from symptoms found in emergency rooms.
With one million people displaced and many of those without health records, the task of rebuilding records is huge, and the process to extract the data can be complex.
'First, we need to identify patients and reconstruct medical records on people in shelters,' said Frederick Cerise, secretary of the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals.
He told the audience at the Health IT Summit via teleconference that the biggest issue now is providing care without a health care system for persons suffering from chronic diseases.
States and their Medicaid contractors and insurers have a large amount of prescription information contained in electronic claims data, in addition to data potentially available from labs that file claims. About 25 percent of Louisiana's population receive their health care through Medicaid, Cerise said. CMS has similar data available through contractors that process insurers' Medicare claims.
HHS and its loose public/private affiliation of organizations are trying to collect medical data where it resides with contractors and pharmacy databases and determine how to make it accessible to physicians, Brailer said.
Officials said they had been able to compile data from pharmacies and other providers into databases available via the Internet to physicians working in eight shelters. The data covers people in the ZIP codes devastated by the hurricane. HHS plans to add Medicaid data from Louisiana, Mississippi and VA hospitals and clinics, and results from labs.Virtual access
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Many evacuees will return to New Orleans at some point, so their medical records will then have to be integrated with the system of care there. 'We're trying to accelerate this, bring national expertise to bear on it, and get all the other players involved at the table,' he added. 'If we had had interoperability, or some portable asset, it would have made the first or second response more effective.'
How Louisiana rebuilds its health care system could be a model for other states, said Sen. Tom Carper (D-Del.). Carper, a former governor, also is a sponsor of the health IT legislation, the Wired for Health Care Quality Act.
'It could expedite the introduction to and harness IT among health providers not only in Louisiana but across the country,' he said.
To broaden access to medical care, HHS has relaxed and streamlined access to Medicaid and other federal benefits for Katrina victims, CMS administrator Mark McClellan said.
Medicaid systems are up and running in Louisiana and Mississippi, so their eligibility and enrollment files are being used at shelters in Texas, Alabama and Georgia to do a quick determination of eligibility for services, he said.
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Cerise, the senior Louisiana health care official, said a digital health care infrastructure would prevent the governments from ever having to recreate records again.
Mary Mosquera is a reporter for Federal Computer Week.

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January 17, 2020
On January 9, the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) signed a loan agreement with the Government of the Republic of Indonesia in Jakarta to provide a Japanese ODA loan of up to 27.97 billion yen for the Infrastructure Reconstruction Sector Loan in Central Sulawesi.
In Central Sulawesi, which was damaged by an earthquake that struck on Sept. 28, 2018, JICA is rebuilding and constructing infrastructure based on the Build Back Better concept aiming at building disaster-resilient communities. This project will contribute to the achievement of SDGs Goal 9, 11.
Details for the project are provided below.
1. Terms and Amount of Loan
|Annual interest rate (%)||Repayment
|Infrastructure Reconstruction Sector Loan in Central Sulawesi||27,970||0.01||0.01||40||10||General untied|
2. Executing Agency
Directorate General of Highway, Ministry of Public Works and Housing
Address: Building Bina Marga, 5th Floor, Jl. Pattimura No.20, Kebayoran Baru, Jakarta Selatan 12110
3. Planned Implementation Schedule
(1)Completion of project: September 2022 – when the all sub-projects are put into service
(2)Issuing of letters of invitation for consulting services (including basic and detailed design work): February 2020
(3)Tender announcement of initial procurement package for international competitive bidding on project construction:
No international competitive bidding is expected.


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Mitakaren – Kawasaki Awaodori Festival
I had a good place at this year’s Awaodori Festival in Kawasaki City, in Tokyo’s neighbor Kanagawa Prefecture. I was able to see the first team lining up for their first dance, the Mitakaren (みたか連). A great festival and a great performance from this gorgeous team based in western Tokyo’s Mitaka City (三鷹市). The city and dance team’s name is means three hawks in English, hence the birds and feather symbols on their wonderful uniforms. A lot of photos this time, I hope you don’t mind waiting for the load time!


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Lewis Hamilton has a better record than anyone in Sochi, with four wins since the first race there after the 2014 Winter Olympics, and Mercedes have yet to be beaten at the circuit. File / Agence France-Presse
Lewis Hamilton equalled one of Michael Schumacher's many records on Sunday when he delivered a classic drive to become the first driver to complete a hat-trick of Hungarian Grand Prix victories.
Lewis Hamilton topped the times in Friday’s second practice for the Italian Grand Prix and then warned that qualifying on Saturday would “be a nightmare” as drivers slow down and jostle to find a slipstream.
Lewis Hamilton stretched his lead in the drivers’ world championship and closed to within two wins of Michael Schumacher’s Formula One record
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- ~ 1 night: Sep 29 - Sep 30 | Hotel Mercure, Nevers
- ~ 2 nights: Sep 30 - Oct 02 | Grand Hotel de l'Esperance, Lisieux
- ~ 2 nights: Oct 02 - Oct 04 | Hotel Pullman Paris Bercy, Paris
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Wed, Sept 26: Lourdes
Today you will wake up in a small town that is nestled within the Pyrenees Mountains. During your time in Lourdes, you will pray and meditate at the site of one of Our Lady's apparitions. Our Lady first appeared to Bernadette in 1858 and announced herself as "The Immaculate Conception" near the Grotto of Massabielle. At the first two apparitions, little Bernadette prayed the Rosary with Our Lady and left without any exchange of words. During the following apparitions, Our Lady emphasized God's love for us, penance, and the necessity of performing acts of penance for sinners. Throughout your time in Lourdes, you will have the opportunity to attend Mass at the Grotto where Our Lady appeared to Bernadette; watch a video presentation that explains, in detail, the story of Lourdes; drink water from the miraculous spring that has healed many; and submerge yourself in the healing baths. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to experience Christ's unconditional love as you meditate upon the "life size" Stations of the Cross that overlook the Grotto of Massabielle. You will walk in and meditate upon the footsteps of St. Bernadette. Your group will have the opportunity to see Boly Mill, the birthplace of St. Bernadette and the "Cachot," an abandoned prison where Bernadette's impoverish family lived. Following dinner, you will have an opportunity to participate in the candlelight procession before retiring for the evening.
Thu, Sept 27: Lourdes - Toulouse - Rocamadour
This morning, you will wake feeling well-rested! Following breakfast, transfer to Toulouse. The southern French city was once a Roman colony and is home to numerous religious and historical treasures. While here, you will have the opportunity to view many of these rare artifacts such as twenty historical pipe organs, and the burial place of St. Thomas Aquinas at the St. Sernin Basilica. As one of the finest Romanesque churches in France, its exterior is constructed of red brick with decorative accents of white stone. Following your visit to this magnificent church, continue north to the town situated atop a rocky mountain, Rocamadour. Upon arrival in Rocamadour, you will enjoy a delicious meal and restful overnight.
Fri, Sept 28: Rocamadour - Paray-Le-Monial
This morning you will awaken in the town that overlooks the Alzou Valley and was the home to the early Christian hermit, Zaccheus of Jericho. During your time at this sacred destination, you will visit the Shrine of Our Lady of Rocamadour, a place of miraculous conversion. It is comprised of numerous religious structures and chapels that are centered on a statue of the Virgin Mary and the tomb of Zaccheus. After your visit to the place of healing, your journey will continue to Paray-Le-Monial for dinner and overnight.
Sat, Sept 29: Paray-Le-Monial - Nevers
You will begin your day with breakfast. Then attend the celebration of the Mass, with some free time for prayer and reflection afterward. Visit the Chapel of the Visitation, where Jesus exposed his Sacred Heart to St. Margaret Mary Alacoque in the 17th century. During your visit to this holy place, you will have the opportunity to view relics of the beloved Saint that are located beneath a wax figure of her. Following free time for lunch in Paray-Le-Monial, we will drive to Nevers via the picturesque Loire Valley. Nevers is where St. Bernadette lived for twelve years as a member of the Congregation of the Sisters of Nevers. St. Bernadette received the last sacraments three different times and eventually passed away in 1879, at the age of thirty-five. Visit the Convent of St. Gildard, before enjoying a delicious meal and retiring for the evening in Nevers.
Sun, Sept 30: Nevers - Chartres - Lisieux
Following breakfast and Mass, depart for Chartres. Upon arrival, you will have free time for lunch in the quaint town, followed by a visit to the massive Cathedral Notre Dame. This Cathedral is renowned worldwide for its incredible stained-glass windows from the 12th and 13th centuries. After lunch, continue on to Lisieux for dinner and overnight.
Mon, Oct 1: Lisieux - Normandy Beaches - Mont Saint Michel - Lisieux
This morning you will head west and take a day trip to the site that marks the turning point of World War II, Normandy. These beaches are known for the D-Day landings, when Allied troops stormed the beaches to fight against the Nazis. While at Normandy, you will have the opportunity to visit the American Cemetery at Omaha Beach. Many of the brave American soldiers of WWII are buried here and it is encouraged to say a prayer in thanksgiving for their courage. Continue on to Mont St. Michel, where the Monastery known as the "Wonder of the Western World" is located. It is surrounded by a magnificent bay that is one of the greatest tidal ranges in Europe, resulting in a breathtaking view. In 709 this Monastery was built and consecrated by Aubert, Bishop of Avranches, at the request of St. Michael the Archangel. Since the 9th century, the Abbey has been home to a monastic community. For centuries, it has been a place of pilgrimage. Return to Lisieux for dinner and overnight.
Tues, Oct 2: Lisieux - Paris
Today you will explore the life of St. Therese of Lisieux. According to Pope Pius X, St. Therese was the "greatest saint of modern times." Her extraordinary love for God and service to humanity will come alive as you walk in the great saint's footsteps. You will see the beautiful Basilica of St. Therese and the magnificent mosaics and stained glass pieces that are contained within. Following your visit to the Basilica, you will be able to view relics-the clothing and personal objects of St. Therese, when you visit her family home, Les Buissonets. Additionally, you will tour the parish of St. Therese, the Cathedral of St. Peter, and the Carmelite Convent that she entered in 1888, where she is entombed with her parents. Your tour of the Little Flower's life is concluded as you board the bus to transfer to Paris, the "City of Lights." Upon arrival in Paris, enjoy dinner and overnight.
Wed, Oct 3: Paris
Today, enjoy a full sightseeing tour of Paris. After breakfast, you will visit and attend Mass at the Shrine of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal, where you will see the incorrupt body of St. Catherine Laboure. During her apparitions to St. Catherine, Our Lady repeatedly instructed her on the making and purpose of the Miraculous Medal, as well as the green scapular. According to the Blessed Virgin Mary, those who wear the Miraculous Medal and scapular receive special protection and abundant graces. Following your prayer experience on Rue de Bac, you will begin your sightseeing tour of Paris. We will visit St. Vincent de Paul Church and Notre Dame Cathedral, a perfect example of Gothic Art. Our panoramic sightseeing tour via motor coach continues on to the most recognizable symbol of the city of Paris, the Eiffel Tower. The Tower's original intent was to commemorate the centenary of the French Revolution, but it later assisted in meteorology, telegraphy during World War I, and radio and TV transmissions. Next you will pass by L'Arch de Triomphe-a monument that stands at the west end of the Champs-Elysees, one of the world's most famous boulevards and another one of our stops on the tour. You will see the famous Louvre, one of the finest art museums in the world. Your fun-filled and busy day ends with a lovely meal and comfortable overnight.
Thurs, Oct 4: Return Home
After an early breakfast and heartfelt farewells, transfer to the Paris airport for return flight(s) home.
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She came for you and for everyone of us! 6 million pilgrims come to Lourdes each year and 10,000 visit this site daily. At the foot of the Pyrenees mountains in southwestern France, nestled between the spectacular mountain river, Gave de Pau, is Lourdes, one of the most important pilgrimage sites in the World. Lourdes is the birthplace of St Bernadette to whom Our Lady appeared in 1858 near the Grotto of Massabielle. Our pilgrimage and tour of Lourdes includes visits to the sanctuary and the Basilica of St Pius X, the world's largest underground church. Drink from the spring that the Virgin directed Bernadette to locate at the base of the grotto, which has flowed uninterrupted since 1858. Wash yourself in the baths where hundreds of miraculous cures have taken place. Contemplate Christ's Passion as you pray the unique three-dimensional Stations of the Cross. Attend the blessing of the sick, and participate in nightly candlelight processions requested by Our Lady. Daily Mass, and Mass at the Grotto on Sunday will be followed by a video presentation telling the miraculous story of Lourdes. Visit Lourdes and experience a spiritual journey from which many have claimed healing and conversion.
About Lisieux & Paris
Visit town of Lisieux, the home of St Therese whom Pope Pius X called "the greatest saint of modern times" Visit Paris and all its wonderful sights like Notre Dame Cathedral and Sacre Coeur, see the sights as the Eiffel Tower, L'Arc de Triomphe, and drive through the Champs Elysees. Mass at Shrine of the Miraculous Medal.


There have been lots of stories around about the "Merchants of Death"
flying around Africa after the exposure of Viktor Bout and his capture
Thailand in an elaborate sting conducted by the DEA. Many of these
wild fiction, boy's own fancies and good bedtime tales for small boys.
true and some are just horrid. The recent crash of an AN-12 was horrid.
However, it exposes a great deal about the hidden side of ‘gun-running’
ago there was a small note in
the press that an Antonov-12 aircraft crashed and burned in Egypt. The
a Ukrainian-made plane, roughly in the same size and configuration of a
(the main Western military cargo plane). It is made at the Zaprorozhye
in the Ukraine. Like the C-130 Hercules, the AN-12 is the workhorse of
cargo fleet and has been the plane of choice of many seeking a reliable
inexpensive plane to use which can land on unprepared runways and,
take hard knocks. It is ideal for Africa. The AN-12 is the plane one
dismantled in the film "Lords of War". A frequent use is the transport
of arms and ammunition.
these planes have been in use
for a long time. Aircraft are made with certain rules which apply to
the finite nature of their substructures. They most go in for checks
periodically. There is a hour restriction on the engines which must be
periodically and a certificate produced. The avionics must be checked.
importantly there is a shelf life of the airframe, after which it is no
licensed to fly and its airworthiness certificate is removed. The
termination is the effective death of an aircraft. In some conditions
airframes can be reworked and strengthened in a licensed factory which
renew the "resources" and the plane can continue to fly for a bit
longer. Almost always, for AN-12s, this is done in the Ukraine at the
original factory or at a licensed plant somewhere among the former
republics. In any case the adaptatations and improvements must be
supported by the
Antonov Design Bureau in the Ukraine.
which crashed (registration number
was out of time. It was being
ferried (without cargo) from Kisangani (Bangoka Airport) in the DRC,
via a stop
in Entebbe (Uganda) to Luxor in Egypt where it was supposed to refuel
flight to Nikolyev in the Ukraine. It had been working for an Indian
(Service Air) in the DRC but had been given back to its owners,
COMPANY LTD on whose behalf the ferrying was to have been done.
The owners of the plane are Viktor Zelenyuk
and Yevgeni Zacharov, resident in South Africa.
For many in
the air cargo industry the
registration tells a tale of its own. The ICAO and IATA give
to designate in which country the aircraft is registered and whose
responsible for inspecting te airworthiness of the registered aircraft.
example the code for the US is ‘N’. The S9 registration means that the
registered with the aviation authorities of Sao Tome and Principe. This
has a limited ability to perform its regulatory tasks; indeed few of
planes on their registry ever actually make it to Sao Tome to be
aircraft in question originally belonged to the Ukrainian company named
“VOLARE”, who sold it to Victor Zelenyuk (the owner of the South
registered company “Vulcan Air”) and to Yevgeny Zakharov (the owner of
the South African registered company “Aerolift”).
year ago the Russian crew from Syktivkar under command of the captain
Iljasov, while landing in Kisangani, executed a sharp left turn while
to the parking area and hit the right wing of the plane against the
during the taxing to the parking area damaging an
on the right wing and buckling the
right side main undercarriage. The local DRC authorities examined the
and pronounced the plane not airworthy. In fact, the DRC Aviation
suggested that they cut it up for scrap metal. The owners were
changed the engine, patched the wing and reinforced the undercarriage.
then said it was airworthy. It continued to fly.
principals of the Aerolift and Vulcan Air companies have a chequered
According to South African and Ukrainian sources their track record is
brilliant. According to theim “Evgeniy Zakharov is ex- co piliot of
craft of “Volga” aviation company based in Volgograd city. He had very
links with the ‘black caviar mafia’ in Volgograd, who lent him money to
purchase AN-12 aircraft. However, because they have been imprisoned for
years Zakharov never been paid their money back. Right now they are
looking for Zakharov in order to get their money back. That is why
keeps his profile low and is hiding. In order to avoid any contact with
world he is living in South Africa where he feels safe.”
Zelenyuk is originally born and raised in
the Ukraine, but now has South African citizenship. He calls himself
of ANTK Antonov Design Bureau and as per his declarations has very
relationship with the secret services of Ukraine (SBU). He spent some
time in a
Zambian jail for illegal arms dealing with the ex-leader of UNITA in
Jonas Savimbi, when the
National Avia Transportation Company) Ilyushin-76 aircraft was grounded
Zambian air forces while attempting
bring arms to Savimbi’s forces.
Ukrainians say that Victor Zelenyuk still owes some money to UOTK. When
that he is the 'Godfather’ of the ANTK Atonov Design Bureau this means
everybody, who is operating Antonov air craft need to contact him to be
extend the resources of the aircraft
without unnecessary problems He is the intermediary with the
Zelenyuk and Zakharov both operators of the Antonov air craft wrote a
ANTK Bureau, where they described the condition, faults and details of
Antonov air craft of other operators in DRC except theirs, stating
other air crafts were not airworthy. The DRC Government, on the basis
letter, made the decision to send all Antonov air craft for extensive
works or major overhauls
Zelenyuk is a well-known figure
in South African business. He was most recently in the news earlier
following the death of Gottfried Rautenbach, South Africa's Madoff.
a partner of Rautenbachs in a "bridging financing enterprise", which
Danter Beleggings. Zelenyuk agreed to invest
company which would offer bridging finance transactions to others and
they would take 4% interest a month. When Zelenyuk didn't get paid for
he had the company sequestered (put in receivership) at which point
committed suicide. The question which arose was not if Victor Zelenyuk
fool but where did he get the R10.5 million to invest in the venture.
for anyone in the air cargo
business, is that Zelenyuk and his partner Yevgeni Zacharov operated
cargo aircraft on behalf of ADAJET (previously ADAGOLD-Australia), a
famous for allegedly transporting arms around Southern Africa and dodgy ballot
African "elections". They are considered as giving African air cargo
business a bad name.
These two were obliged to send their depleted AN-12 aircraft back to
Ukraine. They, however, did not choose to ferry this plane back to the
using their own crew. Either their own crew who knew the plane well
carry out this mission or the pair decided to take on an AN-12 crew
sitting idle in South Africa awaiting the repair of their own aircraft
was delayed. At any rate, the hired crew (taken on without the
their employer) were promised that if they agreed to ferry the crashed
for its’ owners, Zelenyuk and Zacharov promised to push the Antonov
Design Bureau to ease up and approve the extension of resources on
aircraft then being repaired.
of this aircraft was a
highly experienced pilot and a decent and very hard-working person, a
Mr Yuri Berdiev, who was
the best captain of Antonov-12 aircraft
in the whole African continent
agreed to do this flight so
that they could get back to their “own” aircraft and start working
had been without any flying work for the past 12 months.
the aircraft was is such
a state of disrepair that it caught fire after refueling in Luxor,
Egypt as it
was taking off. All the crew died in the fire. It was a tragedy for
involved. The owners are alleging a bird strike but this has yet to be
is a tragedy that didn't need to happen. Even if an exemption was
allow the plane to fly off for repairs, some inspection of its
must have been made before it is allowed to take off. To a large extent
traffic depends on the presumption of good faith and the knowledge that
pilot or crew are willing kamikazes. In this case, the crew didn't
the state of the plane they were ferrying and the 'good faith' of its
not likely be the last such
tragedy in African cargo aviation as long as these rogues continue to
in this manner.


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How does Dementia effect a person’s ability to enjoy their hobbies and participate in activities?
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Dementia gets worse over time. Although symptoms vary, the first problem many people notice is forgetfulness severe enough to affect their ability to function on a daily basis and to enjoy hobbies. One example is playing cards. A person with dementia will likely begin to forget the rules of a card game they have played their whole life. They may mess up during the game, which will usually cause them to avoid a card game they have played their whole lives all together. Aside from general forgetfulness, people with dementia often find that they lack the motivation to do anything. This loss of motivation can be attributed to general apathy or that certain activities have no value if they cannot be carried out as before. Repeated difficulty doing hobbies that used to be easy is also a painful reminder of the progression of the disease. Lastly but in my opinion most importantly, there is the issue of personal pride which causes masking, which is not wanting to show others that one cannot do something well or is forgetful. Even those who carry on with their usual activities sometimes lack the motivation or the incentive to get started due to the brain changes that come along with dementia. Family members often find it difficult to deal with apathy, particularly if the person with dementia has always been a fairly active person. In order to understand how Dementia and apathy are related, please visit my previous blog post http://stage-osl.daveminotti.com/apathy-is-a-main-the-road-block-of-dementia-care-at-home/
What does creating an enabling environment for a person with Dementia mean?
The first step is to know what type of activities or hobbies a person enjoyed prior to the dementia. Activities that are related to or connected with past hobbies are often easily accomplished as they bring a sense of familiarity. The second step is to align the type of activity to the stage of dementia. Over simplifying activities for someone with more capabilities is just as detrimental as not simplifying them at all.
Real Life Example: Lets take a puzzle activity. You are working with Jane who has mild dementia, who loves puzzles, and has done them all of her life. You present Jane with a 25 piece puzzle. She finishes it quickly and wonders why you brought her such a “child like” puzzle. This further effects Jane’s self esteem and reminds her that the world notices her cognitive deficits and has started treating her as a child. On the other hand you are working with John, who has moderate dementia, who also loved puzzles. You bring John a 200 piece puzzle. He struggles and struggles with it and after 10 minutes give up in frustration. The solution would have been to give the Jane the 200 piece puzzle and to give John the 25 piece.
What if you are working with a new person and are not sure of their current abilities?
Lets take the above example of Jane and John and puzzles. If you are not sure of their abilities you bring several puzzles to both. In Jane’s case, if you see her quickly putting it together, you tell her that she is doing a great job, and that you knew that puzzle was too easy, and that you brought another one and put the 200 piece in front of her. In John’s case, as soon as you notice that he is struggling you tell him that it appears that there are pieces missing from that puzzle, and you have one for him that has all the pieces, at which point you take out the 25 piece puzzle. It is very important to say that there is something wrong with the puzzle so that John does not feel that you changed puzzles because he could not do the first one.
What is another example of creating an enabling environment?
Choosing a simplified version of an activity, or an easier game or version are also ways of creating an enabling environment. Simplifying an activity or a game by removing some of the steps.
Real life example: Jenn used to be a chef and has cooked her whole life. She has given up cooking on her own but loves to participate in cooking activities. Jenn is in the moderate state of dementia. You have a cookie recipe that makes cookies from scratch by first making dough and then baking the dough. In order to enable the environment for Jane, you take that same recipe but you remove the more difficult steps such as those steps where the dough is made and you start with the dough being in front of Jenn. You have now created a simplified version of a hobby that Jenn can do and she will get the same final cookie as she would have if the cookie was made from scratch.
Many do not realize that time awareness is part of an enabling environment but it is..
Many people with dementia loose track of time in general. They also have trouble remembering appointments as well as at what time activities take place. Because they start forgetting and missing activities and appointments, many times they stop attempting to go to any of these appointments or activities. To create an enabling environment, you must take the remembering out of their minds. Instead of telling them in advance, scheduling future events or appointments, you tell them in the moment right before the appointment or activity. You also reassure them, that you will get them for the each activity, not because they will forget, but because you want to. This will take the stress of remembering out of the equation and help foster more participation in hobbies and activities.
Creating an enabling environment takes on many forms. Some of these forms are tangible activities and some are communication styles. It is important to know that creating an enabling environment is not a skill that most people naturally have. It is not a skill that you make up as you go. It is imperative to surround a person with dementia with those who understand dementia, and have received specialized training and have experience with things such as creating an enabling environment and communicating with a person with dementia. Continuing dementia education is a great way to learn the skills to engage a person with dementia. Join us at the Orchard at Tucker, 2060 Idlewood Rd, Tucker GA 30084 on Thursday, January 4th at 6:00 pm for our monthly Live & Learn Dementia Education Forum. For more information call 404-775-0488 or download http://stage-osl.daveminotti.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/Live-Learn-Dementia-Educational-Forum.pdf

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Pakistan, UAE, Turkey, Iran, Qatar and other leaders from Muslim world condemn terror attacks in Saudi Arabia and urge for unity among muslims
Gulf and Arab States strongly condemned terrorist attacks that rocked Saudi Arabia on Monday, pledging to unify efforts to combat terrorism in all its forms.
A suicide bombing outside Prophet’s Mosque (PBUH) in Madina killed four Saudi security forces yesterday. Similar attacks near a Shiite mosque and a US Consulate in two other Saudi cities of Qatif and Jeddah raised fears of a coordinated assault aimed at destabilising the kingdom.
There were no claims of responsibility, but the Islamic State group had urged its supporters to carry out attacks during the holy month and has claimed or been blamed for a wave of Ramadan shootings and bombings, including in Orlando, Bangladesh, Istanbul and Baghdad.
The Muslim world, including Pakistan, Iran, Egypt, United Arab Emirates (UAE) and others have strongly condemned the attacks, pledging to unify efforts to combat terrorism in all its forms.
Pakistan has strongly condemned the terrorist attacks in Saudi Arabia resulting in loss of lives and injuries. Foreign Office Spokesman in a statement said the Government and people of Pakistan are in deep anguish over the tragedy and extend their heartfelt condolences to the brotherly government.
Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif said, ‘The attacks are not acceptable. Our prayers and wishes are with the families of those killed in the spineless attacks.’
COAS General Raheel Sharif spoke to Saudi Defence Minister Prince Muhammad Bin Salman on the phone and expressed his anguish over the incidents, and said, “We stand shoulder to shoulder with our Saudi brothers in fighting the menace of terrorism.’
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Imran Khan, Punjab Chief Minister Shahbaz Sharif and others also condemned the attack.
Condemnable blasts & suicide attacks in Saudi Arabia. Muslims must unite to fight scourge of terrorism. May Allah have mercy on us all.
— Imran Khan (@ImranKhanPTI) July 4, 2016
Iran condemned three suicide bombings that rocked its regional rival Saudi Arabia. Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said, ‘there are no more red lines left for terrorists to cross. Sunnis and Shias will both remain victims unless we stand united as one.’
There are no more red lines left for terrorists to cross. Sunnis, Shiites will both remain victims unless we stand united as one. #Medina
— Javad Zarif (@JZarif) July 5, 2016
Egypt expressed its full support to Saudi Arabia in facing terrorism. The foreign affairs ministry’s spokesman, Ahmed Abu Zayd, stressed the need to unify international efforts to fight terrorism.
Kuwait’s Emir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah condemned the terror attacks against the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah. He reiterated Kuwait’s firm rejection to all forms of terrorism and expressed full support for international efforts to address terrorism financing.
The Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemnation to ‘those criminal acts that contradicts all humanitarian, moral and Islamic values.’ The Ministry conveyed Qatar’s condolences to the people of Saudi Arabia and the families of the victims, wishing the injured a speedy recovery, the statement added.
— محمد بن عبدالرحمن (@MBA_AlThani_) July 4, 2016
United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned the despicable terrorist attacks which hit the cities of Jeddah, Qatif and the Prophet’s Mosque in the city of Medina.
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, U.A.E. Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation reiterated that ‘the U.A.E. stands in full solidarity with the leaders and people of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and fully backs any measures they take to eliminate the danger of terrorism which aims to undermine the security and stability of the Kingdom, and which does not respect the sanctity of this month, the Prophet’s Mosque and other places of worship that it targets.’
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has offered his condolences to the people of Saudi Arabia over recent terrorist attacks. Erdoğan called King Salman of Saudi Arabia to express his condolences after a series of terror attacks hit Medina, Jeddah and Qatif. The two leaders also reiterated their will to further develop bilateral relations.
The Sultanate of Oman expressed its strong condemnation to the wave of terror that hit Saudi Arabia at the end of the Holy Month of Ramadan. ‘Terrorism had no religion and no goal but to kill innocent lives,’ statement added.
U.S. Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Joseph Westphal condemned the attacks in Jeddah, Qatif and Medina.
Saudi Arabia has been a target of Islamic State (IS) attacks that have killed dozens of people. In June, the Interior Ministry reported 26 terror attacks in the last two years.


Philippine fighter aircraft flying over Chinese fishing boats “taking shelter from the weather” near a Chinese reef in the South China Sea are inappropriate, and might inflame tensions and risk accidents, Chinese Communist Party mouthpiece Global Times has claimed.
However, Philippines has said the so called fishing boats are “trespassing” in seas within Manila’s exclusive economic zone (EEZ). It has been sending light fighters, likely the South Korean-made FA-50s, over “hundreds” of Chinese vessels. The claim has found support from the U.S. and other states with which China is in a dispute over status of Islands in the South China Sea (SCS).
Earlier, it has come to notice that China has armed its fishing fleet with weapons to serve as a forward deployed force to take on small vessels and boats in the SCS.
“Fishing vessels from the Philippines also often take shelter in islands and reefs guarded by the Chinese military. Should China also call them a maritime militia without reason?” a Chinese military experts told the Global Times on Sunday.
The Chinese Embassy in the Philippines said in a statement on March 22 that the reef is a part of China's Nansha Islands and Chinese fishing vessels have been fishing in its adjacent waters for many years. “It has been a normal practice for Chinese fishing vessels to take shelter under such circumstances. There is no Chinese maritime militia as alleged. Any speculation in such matters helps nothing but causes unnecessary irritation. It is hoped that the situation could be handled in an objective and rational manner,” a statement by the Chinese Embassy read.
Talking about the FA-50 fighter, a variant of the T-50 advanced trainer jet, an expert said it is in the lightest category of fighter jets with limited beyond-visual-range attack capabilities as well as comprehensive combat capabilities.
He added that its aerial capability is inferior to the early versions of the JF-17, a light fighter jet jointly developed by China and Pakistan.
The FA-50 has been used in antiterrorism and rebellion suppression missions many times, demonstrating its ground attack capabilities. For this reason, it remains a big threat to unarmed fishing vessels, according to the expert, noting that even without attacking, low altitude flybys can disrupt fishing and intimidate boat crews.


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Professors Scott Harding and Kathryn Libal have been conducting research on advocacy and social service provision for Iraqi refugees. Over the past two years they received separate large faculty grants in support of the research. Scott’s grant allowed them to conduct interviews in the United States, Jordan, and Turkey on what humanitarian organizations were able to provide for Iraqi refugees in Jordan in the wake of the 2003 invasion of Iraq. Despite its small size and fragile economy, Jordan hosts an estimated 500,000 forced migrants and refugees who have fled Iraq since the U.S.-led war began in 2003. Little attention has been paid to the roles that NGOs, states, and inter-governmental or international organizations, such as the United Nations, play in shaping and sustaining refugee services in Jordan. Examining the implementation of a UN-led refugee relief effort that relies upon substantial inputs from NGOs and the U.S. government can help develop insights into the evolving nature of humanitarian support for refugee populations. More specifically, the study illustrates the extent to which local and international social workers and other humanitarian workers are involved in setting and implementing refugee policies and practices.
Kathryn’s grant allows them to extend their research to US refugee policy-making, with a focus on resettling Iraqis to the United States. While a large body of scholarship concerning refugee policy in Europe has emerged in the past two decades, such work remains sparse for the United States and is rare with reference to asylum seekers and refugees from the Middle East. While the United Nations stresses implementing a “rights-based” approach to refugee policies and practices, the United States has developed narrower categories of priorities, often based on justifications of national interest or mirroring foreign policy aims. The relatively limited scope of US refugee policy in the wake of the 2003 invasion of Iraq has been challenged by US non-governmental humanitarian and human-rights organizations. Thus, nongovernmental politics has been critical in pushing Congress to expand its funding for humanitarian relief efforts in the Middle East and admitting tens of thousands of Iraqi refugees to the United States over the next five years. By examining how community-based and non-governmental organizations help set national priorities and policies related to refugees, especially for vulnerable groups like women, children, and religious minorities, the study augments the ethnography of policy-making and the role of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and grass-roots social movements in influencing these processes. Thus, it analyzes the overlapping and/or competing interests of community-groups, NGOs, and government policy-makers in setting refugee admissions targets and priorities, funding resettlement programs, and fostering the integration of refugees once settled in the United States through limited social programs.
Scott and Kathryn have presented papers at a number of national and international conferences, including at the annual meetings of the Council on Social Work Education, the International Association for the Study of Forced Migration, the Middle East Studies Association, the American Anthropological Association, and the Peace and Justice Studies Association. They recently returned from an international conference on migration held in Bonn, Germany, where they outlined strengths and weaknesses of US resettlement policy for Iraqi refugees. If you are interested in the topic, see Scott Harding’s essay, “Man-Made Disaster and Development: The Case of Iraq,” International Social Work 50(2007):295-306. Also look for Kathryn and Scott’s forthcoming chapter, “Challenging US Silence: International NGOs and the Iraqi Refugee Crisis,” in S. Martinez (Ed.), International migration and human rights: The global repercussions of US policy. Berkeley: University of California Press, February 2009.
Scott Harding (Ph.D., University of Washington, Social Welfare, 2000; M.S.W., California State University, 1992; B.A., California State University, 1984) is Assistant Professor of Community Organization and Kathryn Libal (Ph.D., University of Washington, Anthropology, 2001; M.A., University of Washington, Anthropology, 1993; and B.A., Lewis and Clark College, Honors in Comparative Religion, 1990) is an assistant professor at the School of Social Work.

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First published in the Telegraph on 11 June 2008
It had to happen sooner or later. We have an economic disaster that cannot be blamed on Gordon Brown. No, not the collapse of Northern Rock, which the Prime Minister wrongly tried to attribute to problems in the American sub-prime market. Not the slump in house prices, rising unemployment or our stalling economic activity, which are all home-grown traumas.
No, this is 21st-century stagflation: a toxic brew of soaring inflation and slumping growth. Technically, Mr Brown could have done more to prevent the latter, although I’m willing to give him the benefit of the doubt. But the return of stagflation – or globeflation, or whatever peculiar name the wise men will give it – is an international phenomenon, with higher prices generated by China’s rising economy and the fear that we may be running out of oil/metals/food/water.
Its consequences will be keenly felt here on our sensitive, import-dependent island. While we won’t see inflation shoot up to 25 per cent as it did in the 1970s, the experience will be no less painful.
Experts, who had assumed that the Bank’s next move with interest rates would be down rather than up, are scrabbling to change their forecasts. They are now betting on the apocalyptic prospect that the Monetary Policy Committee will raise borrowing costs as we head into a housing crash. They are also wagering that inflation will remain above four per cent for the next half-century.
This is terrible news for Mr Brown, who was quietly hoping the Bank would come to his rescue and slash rates to generate a bounce in time for the next election. While he may have looked across the Atlantic for his scapegoat last time, this time the culprit – or at least the catalyst – for the chaos is closer: in Frankfurt. For it was there, last week, that the president of the European Central Bank, Jean-Claude Trichet, threw a massive spanner in the works by warning that inflation is such a concern that he is likely to raise euro rates next month.
Having weathered the financial markets crisis (give or take the nationalisation of a high street bank), we are now facing something quite different: a widespread economic crunch that will affect us all. And if this weren’t enough doom and gloom, it is worth remembering that the behaviour by central banks in Europe and America is uncannily reminiscent of the spat in October 1987 that helped spark the worst-ever falls in the stock market (though, admittedly, share prices have fallen far enough to make a repeat of Black Monday a near-impossibility).
Either way, life is about to become even more painful – not just for homeowners, who are already having to contend with a fall in the value of their property, but for anyone with a job. Unemployment, already rising, will escalate, and companies will become increasingly reluctant to raise their wages. The standard of living for the average Briton will fall as the cost of living outpaces our earnings. The financial markets are starting to face up to this prospect. It will be some time before the full reality dawns on the wider public, but when it does it will be difficult to stomach.
Whether the Bank raises rates or not, the cost of borrowing for households and companies is already rising; this will accelerate over the next few weeks. With money market borrowing rates almost half a percentage point higher than last week, banks and building societies will soon pass this extra cost on to homeowners in the shape of higher fixed-rate mortgages and higher fees.
If the housing market were in good shape, this would be worrying enough, but coming as it does when prices are falling at the fastest rate since the last crash – by some measures even faster – it is a cause for concern. For all the damage done by higher taxes and regulations over the past decade, the economy is still a better-adjusted animal than it was in the early 1990s – albeit more debt-ridden.
But with mortgage rates spiralling just at the moment when consumers are at their least optimistic, there is no telling how severe the downturn could get. Mr Brown’s personal poll ratings may have further depths to plumb as a result – even accounting for the traditional British affection for the underdog.
I used to believe that in economics and politics you make your own luck, and this dictum has applied pretty well for most of Brown’s premiership. Having spent and borrowed too much when he should have been putting away cash for rainy days, he is now being punished for it. Unlike George Bush, he has nothing left in the can for major tax cuts, and would have to borrow in order to lower taxes.
This would be unwise. First of all, Alistair Darling has already cut taxes by pounds 2.7 billion for those affected by the 10p tax fiasco; I doubt an extra few billion would make much meaningful difference.
Second, and most important, it would threaten to undermine the economy in more deep-seated ways than one can easily imagine. The two borrowing rules Brown laid down as Chancellor (that the Government must borrow only to invest; and that total government debt should not exceed 40 per cent of GDP) are among the few threads helping us avoid those double-digit inflation rates we saw in the 1970s. The minute anyone sensed that Labour really was preparing to borrow its way out of this, we would be punished by the international capital markets with an even weaker pound and far bigger price rises as a consequence.
The most sensible thing would be to batten down the hatches, keep cutting spending and to borrow as little extra as possible. We will have high inflation for the next year or so, but as the world economy slows, so will the price rises. Although the markets have become overexcited about high inflation, I still suspect the next move in Bank rates will be down – not up. Labour could put this at risk if it went for unfunded tax cuts.
Of course, an eventual upturn won’t save Brown from what seems his inevitable fate – any more than it did John Major. However, it may prevent him from going down in history as the man who wrecked the British economy for the first quarter of the 21st century.


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Ecuador - crusing along Vulcano Alley
Saturday, February 21, 2015 @ 07:22
Cruising along the Volcano Alley
Having just put my bike into the basement for winter storage I keep catching myself thinking about my time in Ecuador. I was lucky enough to have had the chance to rent a motorbike for a couple of days and take in the amazing atmosphere of Ecuador. No wonder why the nation’s motto is “Ecuador ama la vida” (Ecuador loves life) – the country is full of opportunities to enjoy oneself. I hope that with this article I will add Ecuador to your bucket list!
No credit = no fun
My experience started with finding motorcycle rental shop that offers their services in English. There is more or less one reputable service in the capital, Quito. I found the company and their employees highly dedicated, responsible and fun. I reserved a Honda XL 200 two or three weeks in advance but ended up riding the equivalent Suzuki DR 200 as the XL was being repaired at that moment.
To my surprise, the trip almost got cancelled due to formalities. When my debit card got rejected at the rental office, I was left with the option of taking out cash for the deposit. In that case it was 1000 USD (yes, they use US dollars in Ecuador). Apparently they have a rather small daily cash withdrawal limit in Ecuador. 400 USD (at least for my card). I found that out the hard way. Luckily there was one more option – paying through Paypal. I grabbed my phone and made the transfer anxiously. It worked! I was finally ready to go.
The lack of a kick starter combined with the fact that it stood in the back of the shop for a couple of months led to a stubborn start. However, after some convincing by the shop’s mechanic, my DR companion was up for the challenge.
Getting out and setting off
The first challenge came as a surprise – navigating in and getting out of Quito was not that easy. The centre is a boundless maze of one-way streets and dead ends whereas the main avenues are not any less confusing. However, things became much easier after I switched my GPS on. I managed to miss one exit and ended up looking for a way to turn around for 20 minutes or so nonetheless. And all of that due to a queue of trucks that drove so tight, I simply could not squeeze through and take the exit.
Riding on the Pan American highway between volcanoes was an experience on its own. Feeling so small and yet free sums up the experience quite accurately. I left the highway and continued through small towns and along winding mountain roads. In general, I found the roads in Ecuador to be of three categories: they are can be really nice and well maintained, have potholes each 3-4 meters or they simply do not exist. Thus my advice is to forget coming on a chopper or a street bike. Enduro is gold in Ecuador.
Fruity night in the mountains
As soon as it started getting dark (the sun rises and sets around 6 AM and PM respectively all year round in Ecuador), I started looking for some food and a place to stay overnight. Since it was rather late already, there was no one in the local marketplace. The only one around was an old man selling bananas on the corner of a grocery shop. Who can say no to some fresh local bananas? Knowing that fruit are really cheap all over the country I decided to go all out and get a dollar’s worth of sweet miniature bananas. And that is exactly how I ended up buying a full cluster of bananas. No less than 50 in total. I was set.
After having a nice three course meal at a local hostel for a mere 3 USD in the evening, I set off to find a suitable camping spot. My criteria were: no traffic, further from houses and on solid ground. I ended up setting up my tent next to a small stream, surrounded by trees. As expected, it got cold at night – the town is at 3000+ meters above sea level, after all. I slept in all of my clothes plus the sleeping bag that I had with me. At some point in the night I woke up to hear a couple of guys discussing my bike right next to the tent. I would describe the next 5 minutes as intense to say the least – I was wrapped up in my sleeping bag inside of my coffin-like bivouac tent, definitely not the best state to be exposed in. However, the guys were not of the trouble-making type - I continued sleeping undisturbed after their departure.
Freezing in a high mist
I decided to start the day early and had my super banana breakfast just at 5 AM. The roads were great – a mix of rough gravel paths and completely new asphalt roads, all of which followed winding routes with many hairpins and climbs/descents. But as soon as I got a bit higher (around 3500 meters) everything swiftly became white – the roads were engulfed by a freezing cold mixture of mist and clouds which, combined with many people who drive without (or have no) lights, and sheep and llama farmers who choose to roam randomly with their herds on the road, made it quite a challenge to continue.
Within an hour or so the sun came to the rescue and the mist vanished as fast as it had first appeared. My route led me through a series of road works. With loud excavators, trucks and no civilians about, I continued making my way to the famous volcano crater lake called Quilotoa. I had to make my way through many questionably looking passages, along bumpy future-to-be roads and even under several “Road closed” signs until, once more, a completely new piece of asphalt goodness appeared. A lovely mix! Knowing that I am getting close to my destination, I stopped to take some pictures (I regret not having an action camera) only to find a bunch of shattered glass in my camera bag. Luckily I had a filter on which, in the end, saved my lens. Apparently the tool bag rattled next to my camera all the way. Definitely something to remember for the future!
Colourful Otavalo and back to crazy Quito
Taking in the surreal views and going into small town markets was the programme for the next couple of hours. After that I took an express trip to Otavalo, a town North of Quito, which hosts Latin America’s largest market, one that transforms half of the city into a massive local commerce hub. Vibrant colours, masses of people and a great cultural experience are the keywords. Oh and while in the area, make sure to visit “cascadas de Peguche”, the local waterfalls, which are just a half an hour’s hike away.
However, the time came for me to turn back to Quito. Nevertheless, I still managed to stop at a park in one of the highest parts of Quito, meditate and enjoy the view. But I ended up driving through some rather shady parts of the city, where the word “safety” was not the first that had come to mind.. Whereas right before returning the bike, I decided to give away my banana leftovers to a local family – I simply had enough bananas for the rest of the week.
Taking the opportunity
I am extremely glad I had the chance to experience Ecuador on a motorcycle. Two days were clearly not enough as the country features so much concentrated diversity, it is something truly unique. Since at least some of us are making touring plans during the cold winter, I hope my short story made you consider Ecuador as a candidate for one of your future destinations. And now, let’s grab a notebook, open the tour planner and create our new adventures. As a famous US poet, R. W. Emerson has once said: “This time, like all times, is a very good one, if we but know what to do with it.”

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Venezuela Delegation Report Back on Monday July 27
TFA members will report and show photos/slides from the recent trip to Venezuela (July 4 – 15). Along with ten members of the National Lawyers Guild, the group met with government representatives, vice president of the supreme court, grass roots and community activists. The group learned about reality vs myths about “human rights” issues and the economic war in the country. Venezuelans compare the situation to Chile when it was under economic attack before the 1973 coup.
The “report back” will be Monday July 27 at 3 pm at Mill Valley Seniors for Peace, 40 Camino Alto, Mill Valley. See the flier for details.

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'Back Fork' by WV FILMmaker Josh Stewart Saturday 10/5 @ 9pm
Friday night Documentary Feature
Cornered: A Fighter's Story.
The 20th Annual West Virginia FILMmakers Festival!
FILMmakers of the Year
Festival awards designed by BLENKO GLASS
Celebrating 20 Years
2019 WV FILMmakers Festival Award Winners
2019 FILMmaker of the Year Josh Stewart
2019 IMPACT Award Ben Berry
ELVIS WALKS HOME Albania/United Kingdom/Netherlands co-production Director Fatmi Koci; Writer: Jonathan Preece; Producers: Mike Downey; Sam Taylor; Fatmir Koci Sponsored by Braxton County Convention and Visitors Bureau
PEGGY Director Writer Justin Miller; Producer J. Christopher Campbell Premier Bank, Inc.
WHAT ABOUT AUBURN? USA/MD Director/Writer: Richard Anderson; Producers Richard Anderson, Rowland & Marcie Hill/Laffin’River Films Sponsored by Café Cimino Country Inn
LILY USA/CA, Director Adrienne Gruben; Producers: Benjamin Shearn, David Armstrong, Adrienne Gruben Sponsored by Braxton County Convention and Visitors Bureau
CROSSWINDS Director/Writer: Harrison Reishman; Producers: HR, Atom Jones, Victoria Razevska Hill Sponsored by Cafe Cimino and Country Inn
CORNERED: A FIGHTER’S STORY Director/Writer/Producer: Justin Belcher Sponsored by Braxton County Convention and Visitors Bureau
THE PUMPKIN HOUSE Director/Writer: Justin Prince; Producers: Justin Prince, Joe Robertson Sponsored by Premier Bank, Inc.
THE CICADA TREE Director Holly Siders Sponsored by Sutton Moose Lodge 825.
GIRL FRIEND Director/Writer: Laura Holliday; Producer: Anna Baumgarten Sponsored by Microtel Inn and Suites, Inc.


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Work, health and disability Green Paper response falls short
This week the Government published its official response to last year's Green Paper on work, health and disability. It addresses some of our concerns, but we need more commitment to support for people with MS.
For some people with MS, there’s no effective treatment for their pain and muscle spasms. Cannabis for medicinal use could help. People with MS shouldn’t have to break the law to get the relief they need.


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A Tasty Time in South Walton
Posted on Friday, April 10, 2015
The “Kentucky Derby of Wine Festivals” returns on April 16th through the 19th. The 29th Annual Sandestin Wine Festival has become a favorite tradition for locals and visitors alike! Pair it with breathtaking beaches and you’re in for a tasty time in South Walton!
The festivities begin on Thursday, April 16th with the official Sandestin Wine Festival Kick-Off Party at Rum Runners in the Village of Baytowne Wharf. At 5pm enjoy food tastings, wine samples and a presentation by winemaker Jessica Munnell from Mercer Wine Cellars. Friday, April 17th begins with a dockside reception at Baytowne Marina.
Then step aboard the Solaris for the 2nd Annual Champagne and Seafood Voyage! A four-course seafood menu is prepared and paired with premium champagnes. Friday evening from 5-8pm The Grand Wine Tasting will begin in the Village of Baytowne Wharf. Live music from local and regional talent will be played as you peruse the wine booths with your souvenir glass held out for a taste. Hundreds of domestic and international wines will be poured during this long-running and most established wine festival in Northwest Florida! To begin the Grand Tasting on Saturday, Spa Sandestin is presenting a special Mind, Body and Beach morning at 7am. Enjoy a morning stretch and mimosa before an afternoon of wine.
Saturday VIP ticket holders have an exclusive midday event from 11am-1pm featuring a wine seminar, appetizers and a musical performance from Maggie Chapman. Saturday’s Grand Tasting begins at 1pm and will feature vineyard representatives from around the globe. Live entertainment can be heard as you enjoy a beautiful afternoon of wine tasting with good friends. On Sunday, April 19th the four day weekend comes to a close with The Sandestin Wine Festival Brunch on the Bay! Guests can choose from a wide variety of fresh, seasonal brunch items, live music and free flowing sangria, margaritas and mimosas will be served from 10am-2pm.
The Sandestin Wine Festival is a favorite event among the guests of South Walton Beach. A short drive or enjoyable bike ride along 30A will put you in the center of the festivities. Enjoy one, two, or all four days of this tasty experience from your Seagrove, Florida beach house on 30A!

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What is the Bear Market? Challenges and Opportunities
What is the Bear Market?
The cryptocurrency bear market is a period of time when the cryptocurrency market is in decline. This means the value of all cryptocurrencies is falling, and the number of new investors is decreasing.
The bear market typically affects all cryptocurrencies, but some are affected more than others. For example, Bitcoin has been hit particularly hard because it was the first widely-used cryptocurrency and has had a history of being used as a store of value. However, newer cryptocurrencies such as Ethereum have also suffered from the effects of this bear market.
The bear market can last months or years, depending on how long it takes for investors to regain their confidence in cryptocurrency markets.
This can be measured by the total value of all cryptocurrencies, which has fallen by over 80% since December 2017.
The bear market has been attributed to several factors, including:
— A lack of regulation or oversight in the crypto space. No government agency is watching over exchanges, which leaves investors vulnerable to fraud and scams.
— A lack of consumer protection. Exchanges have no legal requirement to offer refunds when they are hacked or when they lose customer funds.
— A lack of consumer education. People don’t know how to protect themselves from scams or how to use crypto safely and responsibly.
What is the Future of the Bear Market?
In the cryptocurrency bear market, there are two camps: those who believe that a return to normalcy is imminent and those who believe that normalcy will never return.
The first camp includes those who believe that the bear market is a temporary phenomenon — that it will eventually end and the markets will stabilize. The second camp includes those who believe that this is just one more step in a long-term trend of increasing market volatility.
It’s hard to say which camp is correct. But what we can say for certain is that we must all be prepared for both eventualities: either a return to normality or an ongoing trend of increased volatility.
How is Duelist King Navigating the Cryptocurrency Bear Market?
Duelist King is navigating the cryptocurrency bear market by staying focused on our milestones while improving our product and team. We recognize that as the market matures and still retains a competitive edge, we are well-positioned to take advantage of this opportunity.
Stay tuned for the latest updates about our project.


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BOISE, Idaho -Boise State sophomore wide receiver Geraldo Boldewijn has been reinstated by the NCAA and is eligible to play for the Broncos on Friday (Oct. 7) against Fresno State. Boldewijn was officially reinstated on Sept. 30 following a $700 reinstatement penalty and a four-game withholding penalty. The monetary penalty was for impressible use of a 1990 Toyota Camry with 177,000 miles and driver's insurance coverage. Boise State had voluntarily withheld him from the first three games of the 2011 season, and his four-game penalty was completed when he was withheld from the Oct. 1 game against Nevada.
Dutch-born players Cedric Febis and Ricky Tjong-A-Tjoe have also missed games this season due to questions relating to their eligibility. Febis was reinstated on Sept. 14, after serving a one-game penalty and a making a $20 reinstatement penalty for recruiting violations and impermissible transportation.
A reinstatement request for Tjong-A-Tjoe has been made by Boise State, but the NCAA has not yet made a ruling and therefore he remains ineligible.
While references have been made to the three players as a group, it is important to note that each case is reviewed on its own merits as a separate matter by the NCAA.
In each case, the University, in conjunction with the Mountain West Conference and the NCAA, has concluded that the violations related to this matter are secondary in nature (defined as "isolated and inadvertent"). Thus the NCAA has concluded that there is not a major infraction involved and no major case proceeding will result from this investigation.
On Aug. 23, eight days before the Bronco football team was scheduled to fly to Atlanta, Ga. for its first game of the season against the University of Georgia on Sept. 3, the University received a telephone call from the NCAA regarding alleged violations involving Febis, Boldewijn and Tjong-A-Tjoe.
Boise State was directed to conduct an appropriate investigation regarding the eligibility of the three student-athletes and report the findings to the NCAA. The investigation began immediately following the telephone call from the NCAA. It was ultimately determined that there were secondary violations of NCAA bylaws, and all three players were found to have received extra benefits in violation of NCAA regulations.


Transatlantic Policy Lab on Social Inequity
Social inequity is a pressing concern for governments and individuals worldwide. Many governments have sought to address social inequity through national macroeconomic policies. However, the success of more localized approaches shows that they are essential to effectively narrow the gap between rich and poor, and to improve access to opportunity for all. Since approximiately 70 percent of the global population is expected to live in urban areas by 2050, the next logical step in addressing social inequity must occur in close concert with cities.
To that end, the German Marshall Fund's (GMF) Urban and Regional Policy Program partnered with the Bertelsmann Foundation (BFNA) and 100 Resilient Cities to launch the Transatlantic Policy Lab (the Lab). The Lab convened a diverse group of American and European policymakers, practitioners and thought leaders to pursue innovative approaches to address the issue of social inequity. As a results-driven excercise, the group was charged with identifying and designing customized policy solutions for implementation in each pilot city. One American city (Boston) and one European city (Athens) have been selected to serve as pilot partners for assessment, analysis, and policy implementation. The Lab in Boston will feed directly into the city’s resilience strategy, which is being developed as part of its participation in the 100 Resilient Cities network.
Read more here: First Trans-Atlantic Lab on Social Inequity Launches this Month