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What’s the long-term outlook for Hindustan Petroleum Company Ltd (HPCL)?
HPCL (₹250.7): The inventory has been broadly vary certain between ₹155 and ₹355 for a chronic time frame since Might 2018. There’s resistance at ₹260 which could maintain for now. Yet another leg of down transfer focusing on ₹200-190 could possibly be on the playing cards within the subsequent three months or so. This ₹200-190 is a powerful long-term pattern assist zone. A break beneath ₹190 could be troublesome. We are able to anticipate the inventory to see a contemporary rally from round ₹200. That may take HPCL as much as ₹350 over the subsequent one yr. If the inventory breaks above ₹260 from right here itself, then the rally to ₹350 can occur a lot faster.
Buyers with a long-term perspective should buy, say, 20 per cent of the supposed quantity at present ranges. Purchase the remainder on a fall at ₹205. Preserve the stop-loss at ₹155. Path the stop-loss as much as ₹225 as quickly because the inventory strikes as much as ₹280. Transfer the stop-loss additional as much as ₹290 when the inventory touches ₹325. Exit 40 per cent of the holding at ₹345 and transfer the stop-loss for the remainder of the holding to ₹330. Watch the market. In case the inventory manages to interrupt above ₹355, then it may possibly pave the way in which for a powerful rise to ₹450-480 thereafter.
What’s the long-term outlook for Repco Dwelling Finance? I’ve purchased this share at ₹159. Can it contact ₹250 within the subsequent one yr?
Repco Dwelling Finance (₹154): The broader pattern is down. Throughout the downtrend, the inventory made a low of ₹113.35 in June and has bounced from there. Nevertheless, this bounce-back transfer appears to lack energy. An vital resistance is at ₹169. Solely a powerful rise previous this hurdle will carry the probabilities of seeing ₹250 into the image. Even in that case, the rally is probably not swift. It would take about six months or greater than that to the touch ₹250 after a break above ₹169. So, you want to be very affected person. When you have the endurance to see the sluggish rise, then you may maintain the inventory by holding a stop-loss at ₹132.
Alternatively, you may both exit the inventory at present ranges with a small loss or at ₹167 with a minor revenue. You’ll be able to reinvest the identical quantity in another inventory that may fetch you significantly better return inside the similar time span of six months. The best choice that you possibly can select is the second. Promote the shares of Repco Dwelling Finance and reinvest the quantity in another inventory.
I’ve purchased Pix Transmissions at ₹890 just lately. What’s the short- and long-term outlook for this inventory?
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Pix Transmissions (₹929.25): The general pattern is up. However inside the uptrend, the inventory has been extremely risky in a really broad vary for nearly a yr now. For the brief time period, the inventory can oscillate inside ₹850-1,050 (slender) or ₹750-1,100 (broad) vary. The extent of ₹750 is a really essential assist. So long as the inventory stays above this assist, the uptrend will stay intact. You’ll be able to hold a stop-loss at ₹720 and maintain the inventory. Resistance is at ₹1,050-₹1,100.
A powerful break above ₹1,100 will increase the bullish momentum. Such a break will take the inventory as much as ₹1,400-1,500. Path the stop-loss as much as ₹940 as quickly because the inventory breaks above ₹1,100. Transfer the stop-loss additional as much as ₹1,180 as quickly because the inventory touches ₹1,300 on the upside. Exit the inventory at ₹1,400.
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Telephone: (480) 967-8009
GIFT CARDS: Mill Avenue District Gift Cards Accepted Here
Salam's Market & Deli is the place to go in Downtown Tempe for authentic prepared treats like baklava and hummus or imported foods and hard-to-find cuts of meat. Attached to The Phoenicia Cafe, you can grab a snack or yogurt drink before you shop.

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Hello all you wonderful bunburyists, just a quick update on the things that have been going on.
“Do the write thing” has launched and has been featured in the local press, bit of exposure is always nice as long as it’s not indecent.
Remember to be at Joqux O’th Rock bar every Tuesday to see it, plus there will be a poetry night once a month starting next week with further plans for a play performance night every six months so tonne of stuff going on.
In other news our very own editors/dictators/overlords Christopher and Keri-Ann performed at a poetry night called “Spoken Word” held at the Crescent Pub in Salford.
The final piece of gossip is that Christopher Moriarty is hoping to get his book “Lightspeed” released early next year something we’d all love to see happen.
That about wraps it up for news for the time being, only thing left to say is look forward to all the fantastic things coming up and look out for the next issue of Bunbury which should go down as a thing of legends (get it… the next issues theme is mythology, it’s literally a thing with legends in it, shut up I’m funny.)

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February 1, 2018
Financial Aid at USC
Congrats, you have submitted your application for admission!
But now it’s time to start thinking about the Financial Aid process. In this blog, we’ll go over the process in detail and highlight some of the resources that will help you get everything in on time.
Undergraduate financial aid includes grants, merit scholarships, loans and Federal Work-Study. The amount and types of aid students receive can be based on a student’s and family’s financial need (need-based) or provided without regard to need.
Need-based financial aid may come from the federal government, the state or USC directly. Some funds, such as grants, scholarships and Federal Work-Study, do not need to be repaid. Loans, however, do need to be repaid after graduation, so students and families who choose to borrow should plan accordingly.
Here are a few of the top items we discuss with families during this time of year.
Begin your Financial Aid Application:
There is a myth that a student should wait until they have received their admission decision to begin the financial aid application. That can’t be further from the truth here at USC! We are a need-blind institution, which means the admission and financial aid process are completely separate from each other. We request that a student submit the FAFSA and CSS Profile prior to February 13, 2018 (for first-year applicants) or March 2, 2018 (for transfer applicants). The main purpose for our deadline is to ensure we have enough time to review your application and create an Award Summary prior to the May 1st commitment deadline. We understand how big of an investment attending USC is and we want to ensure your family has enough time to review the Award Summary and call our office with any questions.
So if you haven’t started your application, here is where you begin:
Step 1: Complete the CSS PROFILE application online
- Report 2016 parent and student income on your PROFILE
- USC’s School Code is 4852
Step 2: Complete the 2018-2019 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online
- Report 2016 parent and student income on your PROFILE
- USC’s Federal School Code is 001328
Step 3: Cal Grant (California residents only)
- Have the school you are currently attending submit your certified GPA verification form to the Cal Grant Program, no later than March 2, 2018.
Step 4: Provide Additional Documents or Information Requested
- Once we receive your FAFSA and CSS PROFILE, we may ask for additional information. An email will be generated to the student and we will list the items needed on your FAST page. I highly encourage you to submit all documents online via our document upload process within 10 business days of our request.
Step 5: Report special circumstances you would like us to consider, such as a job loss, reduction in salary, or higher-than-average, out-of-pocket medical or dental expenses. You can inform us in one of two ways:
- If you haven’t submitted the CSS PROFILE, list special circumstances on the free writing sections of the PROFILE (located closer to the end of the form).
- If you have submitted the CSS PROFILE, write a letter detailing the circumstances and upload the letter via your FAST page.
What is my FAST page and how do I access it?
Your FAST page, is your Financial Aid Summary and Tasks page. It is your personalized portal that connects you to your financial aid application.
- Complete tasks to either receive your Award Summary or receive funding at the beginning of each semester.
- View your Financial Aid Summary once it has been created.
You should access your FAST page. Note, the username and password is only for the student, there is not a guest account for parents. However, you can send an invite to your parent(s) to submit necessary documents. They will receive an email with a PIN that allows them to access the necessary form.
When you log in, be sure to select the 2018 – 2019 Academic Year:
Once you select the year, the landing page will take you to your ‘Application Status’ tab. Here is where you can view if your application is under review.
As shown in the screen shot below, Tommy Trojan needs to submit additional documents to complete his application. Tommy can view the documents needed by simply clicking on ‘Required Info & Forms’.
Another web browser will open, be sure to turn off your ‘pop up blocker’. This is where you will be able to view the documents needed to complete your application. If you need additional instructions, be sure to click on the ‘i’ icon to the right of the document. Doing so will give you detailed instructions on how to submit the document.
Be sure to check out the video tutorials on our website to receive step-by-step instructions on how to upload documents.
What happens after I submit my FAFSA, CSS PROFILE and additional documents?
Now the waiting begins! Our office continues to review all financial aid applications and we await the decision from the Admission Office. Once we are notified that a student has been admitted, the Award Summary will be released to the student’s FAST page shortly thereafter.
You will then receive an email from the Financial Aid Office informing you that your Award Summary is available on your FAST page. Once you log in, click on the ‘Financial Aid Summary’ tab to view your summary. You can also print out a PDF copy by clicking the print icon in the right hand corner.
Here is quick snap shot of what an Award Summary looks like:
What is the Net Price Calculator?
I typically get the question, “Is there a way for me to get an estimate of how much I will be expected to pay for one year?” The answer is “yes!” it’s called the Net Price Calculator. If you are asking this question, I encourage you to visit our Net Price Calculator at financialaid.usc.edu/npc to help you better understand the cost of a USC education and determine if you might qualify for need-based financial aid. Keep in mind that these calculations are generally based on prior-year figures and may be based on limited information.
I hope all of this information has been helpful! We completely understand that this process is a bit daunting and overwhelming. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out! We can be reached Monday-Friday, from 9:00am – 5:00pm (PST) at 213-740-4444. If sending an email is more up your alley, you can reach us at financialaid.usc.edu/contact.
BY: Jessica Medina, Associate Director of Financial Aid
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Conceived during 1945, the Douglas D-558-I Skystreak was a ground-breaking, transonic research aircraft designed for the U.S. Navy Bureau of Aeronautics in conjunction with the National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics (NACA). The Skystreak, unlike most American high-speed aerial research vehicles of the day, took off from the ground under its own power. Each had conventional straight wings and tails, with power coming from an Allison J35-A-11 turbojet engine producing some 5,000lbs of thrust. Only three of a planned-for six Skystreaks were completed. The type initially flew in a dramatic scarlet livery, leading to the nickname “crimson test tube.”
NACA later had their examples repainted in white to improve optical tracking and photography. The Skystreaks could carry a whopping 634 pounds of instrumentation and were ideal first-generation, transonic research aircraft – with complexity only where necessary.
The first Skystreak made its maiden flight on April 14, 1947 at Muroc Dry Lake (now known as Edwards Air Force Base). On August 20th, this aircraft set a new world speed record of 640.74 mph, with Commander Turner Caldwell (USN) at the controls. While the NACA took delivery of this Skystreak in April, 1949, they never actually flew the aircraft.
The NACA took delivery of the second Skystreak in November, 1947. She made 19 flights in their service until tragedy struck on May 3, 1948. The engine’s compressor disintegrated on takeoff and the ensuing crash took the life of NACA pilot Howard C. Lilly.
Douglas delivered the third Skystreak (BuNo.37872) to the NACA in 1949 after three Douglas test pilots and Howard Lilly had already flown it. The number three aircraft took over the planned flight program of the D-558-I #2. From the first flight in 1949 through 1953, the third Skystreak took part in an intensive flight-research program. Seven different NACA test pilots took part in this endeavor which garnered significant data on high-subsonic aircraft handling. In all, D-558-I #3 made 78 research flights with the NACA before they retired the aircraft on June 10, 1953.
Despite its valuable service, much of the Skystreak’s research, in the public’s mind at least, is overshadowed by the Bell XS-1 in which the legendary fighter ace and test pilot Chuck Yeager broke the sound barrier for the first time on October 14th, 1947 – although news of this feat didn’t make the headlines for several months due to the secrecy surrounding it. It must be remembered, though, that the Skystreak performed an important role in aeronautical research by its being able to fly for extended periods of time at transonic speeds; this freed up the X-1 to go for glory and finally break the sound barrier, albeit in brief sprints.
Of the three D-558-I’s built, two remain in preservation, these being Skystreak #1 (BuNo.37970) at the National Naval Aviation Museum in Pensacola, Florida and Skystreak #3 (BuNo.37972) at the Carolinas Aviation Museum in Charlotte, North Carolina.

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Big Sur / Carmel, California – the highly acclaimed Days and Nights Festival, founded and curated by Philip Glass, returns to Big Sur for its seventh edition from September 30th – October 7th with 5 days of world-class performances.
The festival begins with a two part concert entitled Indigenous World. Part One inhabits the musical and spiritual tradition of the Wixarika indigenous people from Santa Catarina Cuexcomatitlán – a relationship that Philip Glass has cultivated for over two decades; during a 3 hour break festival goers are encouraged to explore Big Sur and return to Philip & Friends, the second part of the Indigenous World concert featuring the music of Tibet as performed by Lavinia Meijer and Tenzin Choegyal. On Tuesday, October 2nd, Festival goers will be guided by Victor Sanchez through an interactive show called Second Attention accompanied with a performance by Philip Glass. On Wednesday, experimental film maker, Enid Baxter Ryce, will show her work-in-progress: War & Weather, a hand-painted, animated film that features the music of Philip Glass and explores the relationship humans have with the environment. To finish the festival, Philip Glass, in co-production with San Francisco-based Opera Parallèle, will perform Franz Kafka’s short story In the Penal Colony and the audience will be wowed at An Evening of Glass Music with 3 Pianos featuring Philip Glass, Dennis Russell Davies and piano virtuoso Maki Namekawa at Carmel’s intimate 300 seat Golden Bough Theatre. Extended information on ticketed events can be found below – tickets are on sale at philipglasscenter.org on beginning on Wednesday, August 8th.


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Guys what do you think about this new Call of duty like its being developed by Sledgehammer Games or what generic enemy will be next (my bet on Russians again i mean when your game go's down the drain, it does when you pick the enemy as South America. its going down with a bit left) So what do you think about it leave a comment down below. And no, my things with Call of Duty will not be put in the CoD thread its my own thing called 'ghost discussion time' it will not so this is just the first post of this. See you next time.
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Colorado High School Volleyball - Fossil Ridge over Highlands RanchNovember 3, 2011: Fort Collins, CO 80528
The crowd at Thursday's non-league bout between the Fossil Ridge Sabercats (Fort Collins, CO) and the visiting Highlands Ranch Falcons (Highlands Ranch, CO), witnessed Fossil Ridge's volleyball team run past Highlands Ranch by a score of 3-0.
The Sabercats now have a 17-8 record. They put it on the line next when they travel to Regis Jesuit for a non-league test on Thursday, November 3. Fossil Ridge will confront a Raiders team coming off a 3-0 non-league win over Liberty (Colorado Springs, CO). The Raiders record now stands at 21-2.
The Falcons (20-5) will now prepare for their test against Monarch (Louisville, CO). The Coyotes enter the non-league test with a 18-4 record. In their last test, Monarch was knocked off by Lakewood (Lakewood, CO), 3-1, in a non-league test.

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Bhubaneswar: The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) will undertake the repair of ‘Baisi Pahacha’ (the flight of 22 steps leading into the temple complex from the Simha Dwara-the main entrance) of the 12th century Shree Jagannath Temple in Puri.
The decision for undertaking the repair was taken following the visit of a team from the ASI to the temple, sources said.
The ASI team conducted a thorough inspection of the age-old stones used in the flight of steps and took detailed measurements of the same, the sources added.
Sources revealed that the ASI team during inspection detected some stones to have worn-out due to wear and tear leading to seepage of water which could cause damage to the structure.
The ASI has decided to replace the worn-out stones with new ones and undertake grouting with chemicals to fill the gaps between the stones to prevent seepage of water after discussing the matter with Chhatisa Nijog and its Nayak as is the practice, the sources added.
The ASI team also inspected the sanctum sanctorum of the Mahalaxmi and Bimala temples wherein priests had complained of water seepage.
Worth mentioning, the ASI had undertaken repair of the steps at the Uttara and Paschim Dwaras (North and West facing entrances to the temple complex) and replaced damaged and worn-out stones.


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Fayette teen arrested for reckless driving
The Lincoln County Jail Docket for Friday-Sunday was as follows:
• Stanley Desmond Carradine, 10/12/1999, 811 Geoghegan Road, Fayette — arrested for reckless driving, improper passing, by Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office.
• Matthew Drake Hutchinson, 11/24/1998, 3672 Fugler Loop, Sontag — arrested for no driver license, no/expired tag, no auto insurance, DUI first, by LCSO.
• Leslie Jerome Hodges, 01/05/1972, 2609 Lee Drive, Bogue Chitto — arrested for DUI first, speeding 1-9 mph over limit, by Mississippi Highway Patrol.
• William Terral Ladnier, 08/24/1978, 3001 Old Malcolm St. — no driver license, no auto insurance, by LCSO.
• Randy Barlow, 10/28/1982, 303 Knox Lane — arrested for probation violation, by LCSO.
• Marcum Byrd, 08/30/1954, 3019 Bluebird Trail — simple assault domestic violence, by LCSO.
• Kevin Charles Dunn, 09/12/1976, 416 JW Morgan Way — arrested on city warrant, public drunk, resisting or obstructing arrest, disturbing public peace, by Brookhaven Police Department.
Note: An arrest does not constitute guilt for the accused. All individuals are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

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MANILA - Detained retired Major General Jovito Palparan Jr. is joining the 2016 senatorial race.
Palparan's certificate of candidacy (COC) for senator was filed by his son, JC, at the Commission on Elections (Comelec) office in Intramuros, Manila.
In a speech read by his son, Palparan claimed that he has a vision
for the progress of the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM).
The former Army official also claimed that he can strengthen the country's position against China in the disputed West Philippine Sea.
Palparan, dubbed as ''berdugo'' or butcher by militant groups, is an accused in the forced disappearances of several activists. He has denied having a hand in these incidents.
Palparan also said he will also oppose the Bangsamoro Basic Law (BBL), which he says is a "ticking bomb."
The Office of the Ombudsman last July indicted Palparan and eight others for the kidnapping and serious illegal detention of brothers Raymond and Reynaldo Manalo in 2006.
The Manalos have testified against Palparan, who allegedly masterminded the abduction of missing University of the Philippines (UP) students Karen Empeño and Sherlyn Cadapan in Hagonoy, Bulacan in 2006.
Palparan, who went into hiding in 2011, was arrested in August 2014. -- With a report from Johnson Manabat


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Ed. note: Frank H. Wu is the Chancellor and Dean of the University of California Hastings College of the Law. He’ll be sharing some of his thoughts about legal education and other topics here on Above the Law.
For a long time, I was young. Now, however, I am old enough to have contempt for the young. It turns out I am not alone. Anyone approximately my age laughs when I inform them I have reached this milestone.
Despite their desire that we all lighten up and their conviction we are peers, youth today — like youth of any era — take umbrage at this remark. What can I say. They have no sense of humor.
When I participate in the blogosphere, I wonder if the world is about to end. The lament about internet discourse has become cliched. It is angry, communicating hardly anything more than grunting. Even those who wish to be meaningfully provocative cannot compete.
Yet maturity is all about realizing one is wrong. I take it all back. I realize I am not understanding the norms…

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Waiata Māori Music Awards
Waiata Māori Music Awards - Thursday 10 and Friday 11 September 2015
Ngāti Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated is pleased to be a sponsor of the Waiata Māori Music Awards which seeks to develop, encourage and honour the achievements of outstanding traditional and contemporary musical compositions and performances. The National Waiata Māori Music Awards was launched in 2007 at a gala event held in Palmerston North. The first awards ceremony was held in 2008 at the Hawke’s Bay Opera House in Hastings. The Ngāti Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated Board would like to acknowledge the vision and long-time work of the Waiata Māori Music Awards founder, the late Tama Huata. Tama Huata is renowned for his contribution to Māori Performing Arts as a Māori performing arts leader in Aotearoa. This year marks the 8th year of this annual event which continues to promote the diversity of all Māori music, showcase and celebrate its excellence and recognise the unique vision of Maori composers and musicians. We acknowledge the work of Tama’s daughter Ellison Huata who will continue to lead and manage the Waiata Māori Music Awards to ensure the vision continues.
Historical information can be found on their website http://www.waiatamaoriawards.com/about-us.html
Modern information can be found on their Facebook page Waiata Maori Music Awards


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University of Maine director of athletics Ken Ralph is optimistic that the school’s basketball teams will be able to open their seasons next week in tournaments at the Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Connecticut.
College Basketball Bubbleville is scheduled to include 45 games between 40 men’s and women’s basketball teams over an 11-day span from Nov. 25-Dec. 5.
“We’re still waiting for some final things [for the Mohegan Sun trips] but everything is tracking in a direction we feel very comfortable with,” Ralph said.
The UMaine men, 9-22 last season, are slated to play Atlantic Coast Conference preseason favorite Virginia, the No. 4 four team in the country and the 2019 national champion, at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 25, and play Central Connecticut State at 7 p.m. on Nov. 27.
The UMaine women, 18-14 last season, face No. 6 Mississippi State at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 28, in the Naismith Memorial Hall of Fame Women’s Basketball Challenge Tournament.
On Nov. 29, they will play either perennial national power Connecticut or Quinnipiac.
UMaine announced Wednesday that even though the men’s hockey team had its season-opening home series against Massachusetts postponed, the women’s hockey team got the go-ahead to travel to Holy Cross in Worcester, Massachusetts, for a season-opening, two-game set.
The men’s hockey team was given the green light to play a series Nov. 28-29 at UConn.
Teams involved in Bubbleville will be assigned their own hotel floors, dining and meeting areas. The facility is already set up for COVID-19 testing protocols and disinfecting. A medical staff will be on hand to treat or isolate anyone who contracts the coronavirus.
Mississippi State is 131-16 over the last four seasons and was the national runner-up in 2017 and 2018. The Rebels return three of their five starters and the top two scorers off last year’s 27-6 team.
UConn (29-3 last season) won four consecutive NCAA championships from 2013-2016 before being upset by Mississippi State 66-64 in overtime in the 2017 semifinals. Quinnipiac was 15-14 but had won the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference title the previous three years.
On the men’s side, Virginia was 23-7 last season but had won its final eight games before the season was canceled because of the coronavirus. The Cavaliers were picked to win the ACC this season for the first time since 1982. They have two preseason All-ACC players.
Central Connecticut was 4-27 last season.


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Waste is a problem affecting communities and the environment. The objectives of this study were to study the community waste management guidelines and waste from the developing market into a green community. It is a qualitative research. This study used the content analysis as method through in-depth interviews with a semi-structured interview. The respondents of this study were sampled by using a purposive sampling technique by being a leader in the community, namely the village headmen of 10 villages, the Thai Buri Sub-District Administrative Organization staff 4 persons, and the village scholars 2 persons. The results of the study showed that most of the waste in the Thai Buri sub-district was grass scraps, branches, food waste, general waste, and recycled waste. The community manages its household waste through incineration and takes it to the empty area. Including the local government department, there is a lack of budget, tools, and equipment for waste management. Therefore, to manage waste to be a green community, there should be guidelines for waste management, divided into 3 levels: the first is upstream level, it is the waste source. There should be community awareness of the separation to reduce the amount of waste. The second is midstream level, it should have the correct collection and delivery of waste and the last one is downstream level, the waste disposal or utilization methods should be correct. Including the market where the community is developing should be managed in the form of a green market. Focus on the conservation of natural resources and the environment and reusable packaging. The process of managing the waste requires the community government agencies and related departments are involved in the management in every part.
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Global Probiotics Dietary Supplements Market By Form (Capsules, Chewables & Gummies, Powders, Tablets & Softgels, and Others), By End User (Adults, Geriatric, Children, and Infants), By Regional Outlook, Industry Analysis Report and Forecast, 2021 - 2027
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Market Report Description
The Global Probiotics Dietary Supplements Market size is expected to reach $ 10,454.9 million by 2027, rising at a market growth of 7.8% CAGR during the forecast period.
Probiotics refer to the live bacteria that help to facilitate functions of digestive systems in the human body. The majority of the bacteria fall under probiotics; however, in technical terms, Lactobacillus is most common bacteria found across fermented food and beverages. In addition, probiotics help to treat conditions like inflammatory bowel disease, irritable bowel syndrome, and diarrhea which are caused by antibiotics, hence increasing their popularity among the masses.
COVID-19 Impact Analysis
Some of the common symptoms witnessed among the patients of COVID-19 are vomiting, diarrhea, and nausea. In addition, many renowned organizations conducted different types of studies to determine the effectiveness of utilizing probiotics against COVID-19 infection since its onset. For example, in May 2020, BIOITHAS, a Spanish company conducted a clinical trial that involves giving capsules to young people who are suffering from coronavirus and need hospitalization.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, a shift has been witnessed in the consumption and dietary patterns among the masses. In addition, the majority of the consumers preferred to choose products with a high nutritional value rather than junk or processed foods. The demand and sales of probiotics drastically increased across the US as individuals were in hurry to purchase nutrient boosters with an aim to develop higher immunity.
Market Growth Factors:
Pharmaceutical agents can be substituted by probiotics
The rise in demand for probiotics has displayed that consumers are more likely to purchase products that have health advantages. The expectations of the customers related to probiotics have been increased with the proven health advantages of probiotics in health restoration. In addition, this preference toward a secure, affordable, and natural alternative for drugs has resulted in the utilization of probiotics as pharmaceutical agents.
Constant developments in formulations, Delivery, and Marketing of Probiotics
A growing number of consumers prefer to consume probiotic products, particularly supplements with an aim to maintain their well-being and reduce their spending on healthcare. In addition, many key players are attempting to attract the possible customers by creating products on the basis of customer preferences. Moreover, technological developments have allowed the addition of particular beneficial bacteria to every type of food and beverage including cereals and baked goods.
Marketing Restraining Factor:
Difficulties while incorporating probiotics in functional foods
Functional food products are associated with complicated, costly, and uncertain development and commercial aspects. Factors such as high consumer demand, supportive regulatory landscape, and technological development are driving the demand for functional food products. On the other hand, the rise in awareness among the consumers about the health effects of some ingredients can negatively impact the adoption of some functional foods.
Based on Form, the Probiotics Dietary Supplements market is segmented into Capsules, Chewables & Gummies, Powders, Tablets & Softgels, and Others. The chewables & gummies segment would showcase the fastest growth rate during the forecasting period. This is attributed to the fact that these products are sweet and can be conveniently consumed. In addition, the growth of the chewable & gummies segment would be driven by the attractive shapes, colors like teddy bears, and many flavors of gummies.
End User Outlook
Based on End User, the market is segmented into Adults, Geriatric, Children, and Infants. Probiotics supplements for infants are generally provided in powder or liquid forms, where the products do not have their own taste. Hence, it is very simple to mix these products with pumped breast milk, infant formulas, and other liquids that are given to the baby.
|Market size value in 2020||USD 5.9 Billion|
|Market size forecast in 2027||USD 10.4 Billion|
|Historical Period||2017 to 2019|
|Forecast Period||2021 to 2027|
|Revenue Growth Rate||CAGR of 7.8% from 2021 to 2027|
|Number of Pages||177|
|Number of Tables||290|
|Report coverage||Market Trends, Revenue Estimation and Forecast, Segmentation Analysis, Regional and Country Breakdown, Companies Strategic Developments, Company Profiling|
|Segments covered||Form, End User, Region|
|Country scope||US, Canada, Mexico, Germany, UK, France, Russia, Spain, Italy, China, Japan, India, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Brazil, Argentina, UAE, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Nigeria|
Based on Regions, the market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Latin America, Middle East & Africa. Europe would showcase a promising growth rate in the probiotics dietary supplements market. This is credited to the surge in acceptance of supplement products among the regional population. For example, according to the survey of Synadiet in 2020, around 1/3rd of the studied population in France were willing to or consume food supplements and natural health products in order to fuel immunity after the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic.
KBV Cardinal Matrix - probiotics-dietary-supplements-market Competition Analysis
Free Valuable Insights: Global Probiotics Dietary Supplements Market size to reach USD 120.38 billion by 2027
The major strategies followed by the market participants are Partnerships. Based on the Analysis presented in the Cardinal matrix; Archer Daniels Midland Company is the major forerunner in the Probiotics Dietary Supplements Market. Companies such as Chr. Hansen holding A/S, Koninklijke DSM N.V., BioGaia AB are some of the key innovators in the Market.
The market research report covers the analysis of key stake holders of the market. Key companies profiled in the report include Koninklijke DSM N.V., DuPont de Nemours, Inc., Chr. Hansen holding A/S, Archer Daniels Midland Company, Probi AB, BioGaia AB, Vitakem Nutraceutical, Inc., and ProbioFerm.
Recent Strategies Deployed in Probiotics Dietary Supplements Market
» Partnerships, Collaborations and Agreements:
- Sep-2021: BioGaia entered into a partnership with Abbott, an America-based medical devices and healthcare multi-national company. Under this partnership, Abbott would help BioGaia to distribute Gastrus and Protectis, two of its probiotic products to medical professionals across Singapore.
- Jul-2021: ADM entered into a partnership with iHealth, a vendor of healthcare devices. Through this partnership, ADM would help i-Health to create the Culturelle Metabolism + Weight Management system of iHealth with ADM's BPL1 strain. In addition, the companies would enhance the standard of metabolic healthcare for their customers across the world.
- Jun-2021: Probi partnered with Oriflame, a swiss multinational multi-level marketing company in Sweden. Through this partnership, the companies aimed to launch probiotic supplements across the world in the general gut health segment. The new product is made up of laboratory-tested probiotic strains and includes verified health effects. Moreover, it is a customized formulation derived from Probi Digestis, a concept of Probi.
- Mar-2021: Probi entered into a partnership with Sinopharm, a significant healthcare and pharmaceutical company based in China. Following this partnership, Sinopharm aimed to expand the portfolio of high-quality probiotics in the market of China.
- Feb-2021: Probi signed a pan-European agreement with Perrigo, an America-based producer of private label over-the-counter pharmaceuticals. Under this agreement, the companies aimed to expand offerings of high-quality probiotic digestive and immune health innovations into 14 European countries.
- Oct-2020: Probi partnered with Vital nutrients, a manufacturer of premium-quality supplements. Following this partnership, Probi would provide probiotic supplements to Vital nutrients and its subsidiaries. In addition, the companies would innovate and integrate new products into their portfolios.
- Jan-2020: Chr. Hansen signed an agreement with Teijin, a chemical, pharmaceutical, and information technology company in Japan. Under this agreement, the companies would provide ingredients for health food and infant food formulas across Japan.
» Acquisitions and Mergers
- Nov-2021: ADM took over Deerland Probiotics & Enzymes. This acquisition aimed to strengthen the position of ADM in dietary supplements and functional foods to fulfill the demands of customers across the globe.
- Feb-2021: Nutrition & Biosciences, a subsidiary of DuPont formed a merger with IFF, a global vendor of consumer goods and commercial products value chain, based in America. Through this merger, the companies would generate a provider of best-in-class ingredients and solutions under the umbrella of IFF across a wide variety of markets.
- Jul-2020: Chr. Hansen acquired UAS Laboratories, a private biotechnology company. Following this acquisition, Chr. Hansen would grow its probiotic portfolio in strain and solutions. In addition, the company aimed to expand its reach to new customers and indication areas.
- Apr-2020: Chr. Hansen took over HSO HealthCare, a probiotics firm that produces goods for women's health. The acquisition aimed to expand and empower the global microbial channel of Chr. hensen by integrating HSO healthcare's Astarte probiotic line into its portfolio.
- Mar2020: Probi formed a joint venture with Viva5 named VivaPro. VivaPro would fulfill the probiotic-related demands of the market across the world.
» Product Launches and Product Expansions
- Aug-2021: Chr. Hansen rolled out its range of three live probiotics including CHR. Hansen pet-prostart, CHR. Hansen pet-proessentials, and CHR. Hansen pet-provital, the latest offerings of?stable?live probiotics. Through these products, the company would fulfill the requirements of dogs and cats, based on a particular phase of their life. With good bacteria, the new product line would strengthen the life stage of every pet.
- Mar-2021: DSM released ampli-D, a rapid-action form of vitamin D for dietary supplements in Australia. The new ampli-D reacts three times faster than the regular vitamin D. In addition, the new product is aimed to offer a dietary supplement, with the ability to strengthen the immune system of the body, to customers across the globe.
- Jan-2021: Nutrition & Biosciences, an entity of DuPont, unveiled HOWARU Calm, a probiotic product. With this launch, the company would facilitate dietary supplement producers to encourage the mental well-being of its customers.
» Geographical Expansions
- Oct-2020: ADM expanded its geographical footprint by building a new, cutting-edge facility in Valencia, Spain. Through this, the company aimed to increase the production capabilities of its Probiotics.
Scope of the Study
Market Segments Covered in the Report:
- Chewables & Gummies
- Tablets & Softgels
- and Others
By End User
- North America
- Rest of North America
- Rest of Europe
- Asia Pacific
- South Korea
- Rest of Asia Pacific
- Saudi Arabia
- South Africa
- Rest of LAMEA
Key Market Players
List of Companies Profiled in the Report:
- Koninklijke DSM N.V.
- DuPont de Nemours, Inc.
- Chr. Hansen holding A/S
- Archer Daniels Midland Company
- Probi AB
- BioGaia AB
- Vitakem Nutraceutical, Inc.
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What would be the value of the global probiotics dietary supplements market by 2027?
The probiotics dietary supplements market size is projected to reach USD 10,454.9 million by 2027.
What are the key driving factors and challenges in the probiotics dietary supplements market?
Pharmaceutical agents can be substituted by probiotics are driving the market in coming years, however, difficulties while incorporating probiotics in functional foods limited the growth of the market.
Who are the leading players in the probiotics dietary supplements market?
Koninklijke DSM N.V., DuPont de Nemours, Inc., Chr. Hansen holding A/S, Archer Daniels Midland Company, Probi AB, BioGaia AB, Vitakem Nutraceutical, Inc., and ProbioFerm.
Has COVID-19 impacted the probiotics dietary supplements market?
Yes, The majority of the consumers preferred to choose products with a high nutritional value rather than junk or processed foods. The demand and sales of probiotics drastically increased across the US as individuals were in hurry to purchase nutrient boosters with an aim to develop higher immunity.
Which segment dominated the probiotics dietary supplements market in 2020?
The Adults market dominated the Global Probiotics Dietary Supplements Market by End-user in 2020, and would continue to be a dominant market till 2027 growing at a CAGR of 7% during the forecast period.
Which region dominated the probiotics dietary supplements market in 2020?
The North America market dominated the Global Probiotics Dietary Supplements Market by Region in 2020, and would continue to be a dominant market till 2027; thereby, achieving a market value of $3,948.8 million by 2027.

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Hard as it may to believe for some but e-sports is actually a huge thing right now. It may have gotten off to a slow start but it has definitely gained a massive following over the past few years. The rapid ascent has been so remarkable that it’s been estimated that the global e-sports betting market will be worth almost $30 billion by 2020.
That’s an enormous figure, especially when you think that e-sports remains “under the radar” to some degree. The e-sports fanbase is huge and is growing by the day these days, but it’s nowhere near as big as the fanbases for more traditional sports like soccer, football, and basketball. Most people outside of those kinds of fanbases don’t have the faintest clue what e-sports is all about. They absolutely don’t know anything about betting on them.
And so, what are e-sports? And how exactly does betting on e-sports work? And most importantly, is betting on e-sports games worth your while?
We’ll tackle all that and so much more in this comprehensive guide where you will find the answers you need regarding e-sports, how betting on it works and what are the kinds of betting involved in e-sports. This article will certainly go a long way in helping you have a lot of fun and hopefully, make a lot of money as well.
So first, let’s take a deep dive into what e-sports is all about.
What is E-sports?
The term e-sports is basically short for electronic sports, and it refers to competitive video gaming. So, essentially, we are talking about people competitively playing video games against each other in a tournament format. This, of course, is not new in itself, as it’s a steady recreational pastime in people’s homes ever since the first home computers and gaming consoles arrived on the scene.
For a while there, the only time you could play video games against another person was to sit in front of the same machine. These days, however, you can play games over the Internet. This means you can play against someone who is halfway across the world from the comfort of your own couch.
Reports indicate that more than a billion people take part in video gaming in one shape, way or form. This is a remarkable figure, and it clearly indicates just how beloved and accepted video gaming has become. Not all of these gamers play against other players of course, as some people still relish playing by themselves, but there’s no doubt that playing against real-life opponents is preferred by a lot more people.
Casual gamers tend to play video games solely for fun. Many of them join online tournaments and compete in organized contests, but they’re ultimately playing just for the sheer enjoyment of it. Although these casual and informal tournaments are still technically classified as e-sports, the term is often used to refer to the professional scene.
Before we go any further, it’s best that you wrap your head around this undeniable fact: there is a professional video gaming scene and there are professional video gamers. This might come as a huge surprise if you are new to e-sports, but it’s true, and it’s a raucous and dynamic scene as well. If you’re a gamer, then you’ll know that casual gaming can be very competitive, but professional e-sports is on a level all on its own. Some of the biggest contests have teams and players duking it out for millions of dollars in prize money.
These contests don’t attract just live audiences but are also witnessed by millions of fans all around the world via online streaming services such as YouTube and Twitch.tv. Even the most prominent TV networks have gone all in on e-sports, with broadcasters including ESPN showing e-sports contests on their channels.
All these clearly show the massive scope of the professional e-sports scene.
But before you can begin betting on e-sports, it’s absolutely crucial that you have a clear picture of some of the video games that are being played and competed in by professional gamers. There’s absolutely no way you’ll be able to make sound betting decisions if you don’t have any basic knowledge of what these are. It’s not required that you become a bona fide expert, but you need to understand how the games are played and some of the strategies involved.
What Kinds of Game are Played as E-Sports?
Most types of video games have the potential to be played as an e-sport. There are, however, a few kinds that are exceptionally popular. The following are suited for competitive gaming, and they dominate the professional scene right now.
Multiplayer Online Battle Arena Games
Multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) games are mostly strategy based, but there’s some action involved as well. Most of them are team games, with each team comprised of a number of virtual characters. The individual players have control over one character each and must collaborate with their teammates to fulfill a specified goal. This is usually to kill the opposing team or destroy their base.
First Person Shooter Games
This has been a standard genre of video game for many decades, as the earliest first-person shooter (FPS) games were developed as far back as the 1970s. Modern FPS games are far more in-depth than the early versions (and they look a lot better too!), but the basic concept has remained the same. Players view the game from the perspective of the character they control and use different weapons to engage in combat with enemy characters. There are usually explicit objectives to complete.
This is a classic video game genre that has also been around for decades. Most games follow a very distinct format, with players controlling a single character in a 1-v-1 fight against another character. Fights are usually split into a number of timed rounds, with the goal to cause as much damage as possible on the opponent.
Real-Time Strategy Games
Most real-time strategy (RTS) games involve a mixture of resource management and combat. Players often have to destroy one or more opponents as quickly as possible while defending their own base. They can build various structures that help with generating resources and various units that help with defense and attack.
Although there are dozens of different e-sports games, the majority of professional contests are played with just a few popular titles. Here’s a handy list of the ones that are often played in the professional scene.
- Dota 2
- League of Legends
- Heroes of the Storm
- Counter-Strike Global Offensive
- Call of Duty
- Street Fighter
- Super Smash Bros.
It’s also of importance that you understand the structure and format of any e-sports contests you wish to bet on. Once again, this will help you make good betting decisions. There are hundreds of tournaments and leagues held all over the world, but it’s best that you hone in on the biggest ones. Here’s a list of the more high-profile e-sports contests:
This is the biggest one of them all! Based on Dota 2, The International has been held every year ever since the game was officially announced in 2011. The very first tournament served as the first public viewing of Dota 2 and was streamed live to a huge online audience. It was held as part of Gamescom, the largest computer games trade show in the entire world.
The International is hosted and organized by Valve Corporation, the developers of Dota 2. They invited 16 teams to the inaugural tournament and put up a $1.6 million prize pool. This was the largest prize pool in e-sports history at the time, so the event naturally gained a lot of publicity.
Dota Major Championships
The Dota Major Championships is a tournament series that was established by Valve Corporation in 2015. It incorporates The International along with a number of different individual competitions every year.
Valve introduced this series as part of their campaign to expand on the success of The International and bolstering the overall landscape of competitive Dota 2 gaming. Each of the tournaments that comprise the Dota Major Championships is hosted by third-party organizers and conducted in different locations all over the world. The plan is to switch locations every year.
League of Legends World Championship
This is the leading annual tournament for the League of Legends (LoL) game. It debuted in 2011 at the DreamHack digital festival and is now one of the most awaited e-sports tournaments of the year. The winning team is rewarded with the “Summoner’s Cup,” along with a sizable share of the prize money.
ESL Pro Leagues & ESL One
ESL (Electronic Sports League) is one of the largest competition organizers on the e-sports scene. They deliver the platform for ESL Play, which offers ranking tournaments for players of all skill levels. Players can work their way up through the ranks to Major level, at which point they’re qualified to play in professional competitions.
The main professional competitions organized by ESL are their “game specific” Pro Leagues and the ESL One series of tournaments.
The Intel Extreme Masters
ESL also organizes the Intel Extreme Masters. This is another series of tournaments that happens in different places all over the world. They were introduced in 2007 to help e-sports gain exposure outside of the primary markets. They’ve broadly followed a fixed format since then, with a number of small qualifying events each year culminating in a Grand Final.
This is one of the premier e-sports leagues made specifically for Counter-Strike: Global Offensive. It was established in 2016 and features the best CSGO teams from around the world. There are two seasons per year, each lasting for several weeks.
E-sports Betting for Beginners
Now that you have a fair idea of what e-sports are all about, you’re now ready to learn about the betting on it. There are a number of different ways to bet on e-sports. Here’s a list of the most popular options and a brief overview of each one.
1) Real Money Betting
This is the kind of e-sports betting that’s nearest to conventional sports betting, which works in much the same way as betting on football games, boxing matches or basketball tournaments. We place real money wagers at agreed odds, and get paid out if the picks prove to be correct are correct. We can place bets on all kinds of various outcomes, including the winners of individual matches and the overall winners of competitions.
2) Skin Betting
Skin betting, which is also known as item betting, is quite popular among e-sports fans. A lot of modern video games feature virtual currencies and other items that can be moved between players, and this property is often highly sought after among devoted gamers. As a result, there are a lot of auction and trade websites where players can purchase, sell and swap items and currencies for several of the most popular video games.
There are also betting sites where players can utilize items and currencies to gamble with. They can use them to bet on the outcome of e-sports contests as a replacement for real money, and they can use them for other forms of gambling, too. For example, there are sites where items can be utilized to play games of chance like roulette, or even a basic coin flip. Some sites operate jackpot games where a number of players put their skins into a pot and a winner of the whole pot is picked at random.
3) Social Betting
Social betting is fairly common in the e-sports community where friends or online contacts place informal wagers on the result of events between themselves. These wagers can be for real money, but they’re oftentimes just for skins or other items. The terms are agreed on between the two parties and then settled as such.
This is not a kind of betting that is recommended, since betting with “real world” friends is just not the best idea, as it can lead to petty arguments and worse, falling out. And betting with people that you only know online carries high risks, as you can’t be sure you’ll get your winnings.
4) Fantasy Betting
Technically, this is not betting at all, since it’s just like daily fantasy sports for conventional sports, where players can build rosters using e-sports players.
5) Challenge betting
Also referred to as head-to-head betting, this is where gamers go up against each other for real money or items and skins. A lot of gamers organize wagers among themselves and then settle up once their contest is over. There are also websites that set things up a little more formally where the players and/or teams pay entry fees to enter a contest, and the winners are rewarded from the proceeds of those fees.
These different options are all worth checking out, although some might be more ideal for you than others. There’s not much point getting involved with challenge betting if you’re not really into gaming. For most people, it’s real money e-sports betting that represents the best possibility of making regular and consistent profits.
The e-sports industry is still in its infancy stages, and it’s growing at a rapid pace, so you really need to keep up with what’s what if you have any dreams of being a successful e-sports bettor. The more you know about what’s going on, the better your odds will be of landing profitable betting opportunities.

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Two vocal powerhouses together on one stage for one night. Award winning, multi-national singer/songwriter Lori Kline is joined by special guest solo artist and touring guitarist Pat Puckett.
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The United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights urged the Cuban authorities to release the protesters and journalists who participated in the massive protests on Sunday, July 11. In addition, he regretted the death of a civilian during the demonstrations and called for the case to be investigated. On the other hand, he suggested the lifting of sanctions on the island, which has suffered a blockade by the United States since 1960.
Michelle Bachelet asked Cuba to release all those arrested in the demonstrations for “exercising their right to freedom of peaceful assembly, opinion and expression.” In addition, he called for dialogue between the parties: “I urge the Government to address the protesters’ claims through dialogue and to fully respect and protect the rights of all people …”, said the UN authority through a statement .
For the former Chilean president, “it is especially worrying that there are people supposedly held incommunicado and people whose whereabouts are unknown. All those arrested for exercising their rights must be released without delay, “he resolved.
Thousands of Cubans displaced around the country have been protesting since Sunday, July 11, due to the shortage of basic products, the health emergency produced by Covid-19 and social repression. Witnesses denounce that the Government has reacted by abusing force and violating the human rights of citizens. On the contrary, the Government has accused the protesters of vandalism.
The authorities of this country cut off electricity and limited access to the Internet since the mass protests began.
Bachelet asks to end sanctions against Cuba
To calm the current situation on the island, Michelle Bachelet called for an end to the sanctions against Cuba “given their negative impact on human rights, including the right to health.”
US President Joe Biden expressed his desire to help Cuba as well as his fear of doing so. “There are a number of things that I would consider doing to help the Cuban people, but that would require a different circumstance, or a guarantee that the government would not take advantage of them,” Biden said.
Something that for Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel, is not true. If Biden “had sincere humanitarian concern for the Cuban people, he could eliminate the 243 measures applied by President Donald Trump, including the more than 50 cruelly imposed during the pandemic, as a first step towards ending the blockade,” he wrote on his Twitter account. .
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Ansty Road in Coventry was closed for five hours last night after a crash in which a man was killed.
The 25-year-old local man died after a collision at the junction with Wyken Croft, close to the University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire.
Police say two houses were also damaged in crash at shortly after 10 o'clock last night.
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More spectacular videos and photos sent in by viewers who filmed the lightning storms last night.
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More free rapid COVID tests coming to Vermont
Thousands of Vermonters will soon be receiving free COVID rapid tests.
The state made 175,000 free rapid tests available for order online Wednesday morning, and ran out by the afternoon.
The governor’s office says people who ordered tests will receive them in the coming weeks.
The Associated Press reports 75,000 more test kits are expected to become available soon in Vermont, but no exact timeline has been announced.


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Holidays Lodges to let in Scotland
We have 83 Holiday Lodges in Scotland. Here are just a few of the fantastic holiday lodges in Scotland. To find lodges, chalets and bungalows in a specific area just use the Area Links to the right.
Whitecairn Holiday Park
Whitecairn Holiday Park in Newton Stewart,
Wigtownshire. Whitecairn Holiday Park is located on a hillside overlooking the sparkling waters of Luce Bay. The park boasts panoramic views over the Mull of Galloway to the Isle of Man and beyond.
Lochy Park in Fort William,
Inverness-shire. Lochy Park is fortunate to be set in beautiful open countryside sloping down to the shingle beach of the River Lochy, and boasts magnificent views which include mighty Ben Nevis.
Great Glen Water Park
Great Glen Water Park in Kinlochlochy,
Inverness-shire. Great Glen Water Park is surrounded by magnificent highlands scenery on the shores of Loch Oich and Loch Lochy, with the wooded hills of the Great Glen behind.
Nether Craig Holiday Park
Nether Craig Holiday Park in Alyth,
Perthshire. Nether Craig Holiday Park is peacefully situated amidst the breathtaking scenery and rolling hills of the stunning Perthshire Highlands.Perthshire is a hugely popular area of Scotland to visit and the attractive Nether Craig park offers a perfect base from which to explore the surrounding area.
Piperdam Lodges in Dundee,
Angus. Piperdam Lodges boast a magnificent setting surrounded by over 500 acres of idyllic Angus countryside. So if you are looking for the perfect Scottish holiday you can't go far wrong. These superb lodges with award-winning facilities create the ultimate Scottish experience. If an active holiday is your choice then you will find plenty to do at Piperdam.
Dalfaber Country Club
Dalfaber Country Club in Aviemore,
Inverness-shire. Dalfaber Country Club boasts spectacular views towards the Cairngorm Mountains. Set around a 9-hole golf course bordering the River Spey, Dalfaber has a superb array of activities and facilities to keep everyone happy and busy.
Wildside Highland Lodges
Wildside Highland Lodges in Whitebridge,
Inverness-shire. Wildside Highland Lodges are set in idyllic woodland on the banks of the River Fechlin, deep in the heart of the Highlands. The perfect retreat for creating cherished family holiday memories, Wildside is the best of traditional Scotland married with the ultimate luxury escape.
Luce Bay Holiday Park
Luce Bay Holiday Park in Newton Stewart,
Wigtownshire. Luce Bay Holiday Park has panoramic views of the Mull of Galloway and the Isle of Man, combining to make this an unforgettable holiday location. Luce Bay offers superbly appointed two and three bedroom caravans and lodges, all with panoramic sea and countryside views.
Tummel Valley in Pitlochry,
Perthshire. Tummel Valley sits in a truly idyllic setting, surrounded by breathtaking scenery on the banks of the River Tummel.The park is an eternal favourite for family holidays in Scotland, and with all the wide range of leisure facilities available on the park you can see why.
Loch Lomond Holiday Park
Loch Lomond Holiday Park in Argyll,
Argyll. Located in beautiful Argyll, Loch Lomond Holiday Park has a stunning setting on the banks of Loch Lomond. Only an hour from Glasgow, Loch Lomond is ideally placed for simply relaxing, or for touring Argyll and the Highlands of Scotland.

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Michelle Jongenelis, Committee Member
Dr Michelle Jongenelis
Dr Michelle Jongenelis is an accredited Clinical Psychologist with expertise in health promotion, intervention development and evaluation, behavioural psychology, and clinical psychology. She works across multiple and diverse health-related behaviours including alcohol and tobacco control, nutrition, physical activity, and sun protection. She also has an interest in body image disturbances and eating disorders. Michelle works as a researcher and consultant for a broad range of organisations covering the not-for-profit and government sectors. She sits on the Australian Council of Smoking and Health and is a member of the Alcohol Advertising Review Board.
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|Publication number||US5782083 A|
|Application number||US 08/664,444|
|Publication date||Jul 21, 1998|
|Filing date||Jun 21, 1996|
|Priority date||May 25, 1996|
|Also published as||CA2178562A1, CA2178562C, DE69610293D1, DE69610293T2, EP0811787A1, EP0811787B1|
|Publication number||08664444, 664444, US 5782083 A, US 5782083A, US-A-5782083, US5782083 A, US5782083A|
|Inventors||Stephen Mark Hodge|
|Original Assignee||Concentric Pumps Limited|
|Export Citation||BiBTeX, EndNote, RefMan|
|Patent Citations (8), Referenced by (7), Classifications (16), Legal Events (7)|
|External Links: USPTO, USPTO Assignment, Espacenet|
This invention relates to drive systems primarily for pedestrian controlled vehicles such as lawnmowers. Drive systems of the kind referred to require a forward drive at variable speed, a neutral condition and a reverse drive which desirably is at a lower speed than the forward drive, and preferably is also variable.
Hydrostatic drive systems are known comprising a hydraulic pump which supplies fluid to a motor. Such systems may be made to provide drive at variable speeds, for example by using a swash-plate pump and varying the angle of the swash-plate. If control valves are used it is possible to divert portions of the fluid flow to a reservoir, and reverse can be provided for example by valves interchanging connections. But all of such systems known to the applicants are too expensive for lawnmowers and the like.
The object of the invention is to provide improvements to meet these requirements.
Prior Patent GB 690528-A proposes using a gerotor pump and motor as a hydrostatic drive. A gerotor device has an internally lobed annulus, journalled for rotation about a first axis in a body, and a male lobed rotor with one less lobe is located in the annulus for rotation about a second and parallel axis. The rotor lobes contact the annulus lobes, or nearly contact them, and as the two parts rotate in the same direction but at different speeds, a series of chambers formed between the inter-lobe spaces rotate about the axes varying `(increasing) in volume in a first half revolution and decreasing in a second half revolution. In the first half revolution the chambers suck fluid e.g. from a reservoir and in the second half revolution expel the fluid to the motor to drive it.
According to the mentioned prior patent GB 690528A, the pump annulus is disposed in an eccentric ring in the body, and the eccentric ring can be moved and this has the effect of varying the eccentricity of the one axis relative to the other. As explained in the said patent, a 90° shift will reduce the pump from delivering full volume to a zero flow condition, and in a second and subsequent 90° shift the flow rate increases and reverses to equal and opposite effect.
According to the present invention, a hydrostatic drive comprises a gerotor pump having its annulus or its male lobed rotor but not both axially split into two separate parts of unequal length, and means are provided for angularly shifting one part relative to the other.
When the two parts are angularly aligned so that lobes on the one part are in the same angular position as lobes on the other part and the eccentricity of axes is extreme the pump may deliver full volume in one direction, and as the parts turn relative to one another the volume delivered by the pump will fall to zero and then as the movement continues, the flow direction will reverse up to a different maximum.
This is due to the unequal length of the parts which causes the maximum flow in one direction to be different from the maximum flow in the other direction for reasons which will be more particularly described hereafter, hence giving the possibility of a slower reverse drive than forward drive.
Whilst it is within the scope of the invention to move the annulus or rotor parts in opposite directions, simpler arrangements are possible particularly if the axially longer of the two parts is the one which is moved relative to the other.
One embodiment of the invention is now more particularly described with reference to the accompanying drawings wherein:
FIGS. 1-5 are diagrammatic views showing the positions of the gerotor parts in different positions of alignment;
FIG. 6 is a sectional elevation of a gerotor pump forming part of a hydrostatic drive system; and
FIG. 7 is a diagrammatic view of a hydrostatic drive.
The hydrostatic drive system of the invention comprises a pump shown in FIGS. 1-7 and a motor shown in FIG. 7. There may be a conventional reservoir for hydraulic fluid, which is sucked from the reservoir by the pump and delivered to the motor, and returned from the motor to the reservoir. The motor may also be a gerotor pump but one of relatively simple construction having a single rotor and annulus and a pair of matched ports, generally similar to what is seen in FIG. 1 of the accompanying drawings.
The gerotor set shown in FIG. 1 comprises a single one-piece annulus 10 having (in this instance) six lobes, and rotor 12 which has five lobes. The rotor is journalled on axis 14 and the annulus on axis 24. A pair of ports 16, 18, open through end walls of a body which has a cylindrical cavity journalling the annulus 10 for rotation, and these ports open to a series of chambers formed between the lobes.
Considering FIG. 1 as showing a motor, the rotor will be a single one piece lobed member. If hydraulic fluid is supplied through port 16, it will drive the parts in the direction of the arrow A, and the interlobed chambers increase in volume in travelling through one half revolution passing over that port 16, and decrease in volume in the second half revolution passing over the port 18, through which the fluid exhausts. The plane PP contains the axes and separates the half revolutions.
It will be appreciated that the rotor is fast with shaft 20 journalled in the pump body, and that is the drive shaft to drive the lawnmower or other device powered by the hydrostatic system.
However, it would be within the scope of the invention to use different kinds of hydraulic motors.
Turning now to the pump which supplies the hydraulic fluid. Reference is initially made to FIG. 6 showing a cross section of the same. The pump comprises a single annulus 60 journalled in body 62 and, like the pump of FIG. 1 (in this instance) having six lobes. Within the annulus is a pair of axially arranged, i.e. end-to-end rotor parts 64,66 which in this instance have five lobes. Rotor 64 is fast with drive shaft 68, journalled in the bush 70, and carrying drive gear 72 for example connecting the shaft via a drive train to a prime mover which may typically be a battery powered electric motor, a mains powered electric motor, a petrol engine or the like. The prime mover would normally be driven at a constant speed or possibly a governed maximum speed, and uniform direction, with the final drive output from the pump being controlled by the hydrostatic system.
The rotor 66 is journalled on bush 74 carried by eccentric 76 fast with shaft 78 journalled in the pump body, and the shaft is arranged to be angularly turned. In this particular embodiment, the shaft 78 may be keyed at 80 to pinion 82 arranged to be turned by worm 84, or alternatively the pinion may be meshed with a rack extending tangentially. If a rack is used, it may be springloaded to one extreme position and displaced from that position for example by a Bowden wire control, operating linkage or the like, for example from a hand control on the handlebars of the lawnmower or like.
The pump body includes, in this instance, arcuate chambers 86,88 which communicate with the inter-chamber spaces via ports as will be hereinafter described. Chambers 86 will be connected for example to the reservoir and chambers 88 to the motor, or vice versa depending upon the direction of drive of the shaft 68.
Attention is particularly drawn to the axial length of the part 66 relative to the part 64. Essentially, one is longer than the other. In the illustrated embodiment, rotor 66 is four times the length of rotor 64, that is to say 80% of the rotor length is provided by part 66 and 20% by part 64. Other proportions are possible.
Considering now FIGS. 1 to 5, but regarding these as views of the pump and not (in the case of FIG. 1) of the motor. It will be appreciated that the annulus 60 in FIG. 6 is equivalent to the annulus 10 in FIG. 1, and the rotor 64, 66 is equivalent to the rotor 12 in FIG. 1. Shaft 68 is equivalent to shaft 20. The ports 16,18 open from chambers 86,88. In this regard FIG. 1 shows the two rotor parts aligned, that is to say in phase, so that their lobes are in the same angular relationship to one another.
Use of the pinion 82 enables the eccentric 76 to be rotated about its axis which is also the axis of rotation of the annulus. That is to say, the axis of shaft 78 is equivalent to the axis 24 in FIG. 1. The axis of shaft 68 is equivalent to axis 14 in FIG. 1. Moreover the axis of rotor 66 in FIGS. 1 and 6 is the same as rotor 64, i.e. lies on the point 14 in FIG. 1. However, as shaft 78 is turned, the axis of part 66 is displaced from being coincident with the point 14 in FIG. 1 and is swung through a series of positions indicated by the reference number 40 in FIGS. 2-5. It will be seen that in the movement from FIG. 1 to FIG. 5, which amounts to 180° shift of shaft 78, axis 40 moves from being coincident with 14 in FIG. 1 to being on the opposite side of axis 24 in FIG. 5. As it does so, the rotor parts are moved successively out of alignment.
The pump of FIG. 6 can be considered as having an aggregate output equivalent to that of two pumps, which are sometimes completely in phase or alignment as in FIG. 1, and at other times are in different degrees of non-alignment as in FIGS. 2-5. The two pumps are equivalent to that shown in FIG. 6 separated along the plane XX. The righthand part including rotor 64 and 20% of the length of the annulus has a maximum possible output in one direction which is one quarter of that available from the other notional pump part composed of the rotor 66 and the annulus part to the left of the plane XX because the one rotor and hence pump is four times the size of the other. Hence if they are both delivering full volume in the same direction, the output is 100% i.e. maximum. If they are both delivering full volume but in opposite directions, the net output of the illustrated pump will be 60% of maximum. Since it is the larger volume pump part which is variable in direction through angular shifting of the rotor axis, it follows that the 60% result will be in the opposite direction of flow to the 100% result i.e. in the one case 20% is in one direction and 80% is in the same direction so 20+80=100. In the other case 20% is in one direction and 80% is in the opposite direction so that 20-80=-60, or 60% flow volume but reverse direction. Hence, the hydrostatic drive will have a theoretical maximum drive speed, for example in forward drive, and a maximum drive in reverse which is only 60% of that in forward drive mode.
Moreover, it will be appreciated that in movement from maximum in one direction to the reduced maximum in the opposite direction, there will be a point where the delivered volume is zero. This amounts to a neutral position as far as the hydrostatic drive is concerned.
The means for turning the shaft 78 may be indexed, so as to provide convenient stop positions at for example at full speed and half speed in forward drive, and also in the neutral position.
Although the invention has been described with the annulus having one more lobe than the rotor, a greater difference in lobe numbers is possible, including the case when the annulus has two more lobes than the rotor, for example 7 lobes on the annulus and 5 on each of the rotor parts, but again, these numbers are purely illustrative.
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|US20050256486 *||Jun 30, 2004||Nov 17, 2005||Carasso Samuel C||Fluid management device with fluid transport element for use within a body|
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|CN101560973B||May 5, 2009||Dec 1, 2010||上海师范大学||Double-cycloid rotor variable pump|
|U.S. Classification||60/487, 418/61.3|
|International Classification||F04C2/10, F04C14/22, F04C14/04, A01D69/03, F16H39/28, F16H39/02|
|Cooperative Classification||F04C2/102, F16H39/28, F04C14/04, F04C14/22|
|European Classification||F16H39/28, F04C14/22, F04C14/04, F04C2/10D|
|Jun 21, 1996||AS||Assignment|
Owner name: CONCENTRIC PUMPS LIMITED, GREAT BRITAIN
Free format text: ASSIGNMENT OF ASSIGNORS INTEREST;ASSIGNOR:HODGE, STEPHEN MARK;REEL/FRAME:008043/0202
Effective date: 19960520
|Feb 13, 2002||REMI||Maintenance fee reminder mailed|
|Jun 28, 2002||SULP||Surcharge for late payment|
|Jun 28, 2002||FPAY||Fee payment|
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|Jan 17, 2006||FPAY||Fee payment|
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Owner name: CONCENTRIC VFP LIMITED, UNITED KINGDOM
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|Jan 14, 2010||FPAY||Fee payment|
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The UK’s community bank, Metro Bank, gives every colleague a Day to Amaze – essentially a paid day off to support a local charity or good cause. Metro Bank colleagues from its cash management team recently spent their Day to Amaze volunteering at the Euston Foodbank.
The Euston Foodbank is part of the Trussell Trust. The Foodbank aims to redistribute food to people with no or insufficient food so that they can cope with their immediate situation. The Euston Foodbank is right next to a mainline station in central London with good local transport connections, so a range of people visit including those on low incomes, families, people facing benefit delays, people experiencing emergencies and crises and homeless people.
Ten Metro Bank colleagues spent their time preparing the Foodbank for opening that evening. The tasks included unloading bulk deliveries, and sorting out storage of daily donations received from supermarkets, local businesses and residents. The team also sorted cold and fresh produce deliveries into the fridge area, whilst disposing of out of date produce and recycling the cardboard boxes. The team also donated £140 to help with the weekly top up required.
“Helena, the Foodbank manager was enormously informative. Before the pandemic the Euston Foodbank served approximately 80 households per week, this has now risen to over 500 households and rising. The Foodbank used to be able to supplement donations by spending approximately £200 per week to top up the food supplies, but with donations dropping off and demand rising, this has now increased to over £2,000 per week,” commented Karen Dwyer, Metro Bank Cash Manager. “There are now more foodbanks in the UK than McDonalds fast food outlets”.
“As a team we found the whole experience very humbling. The Foodbank is making such an essential difference to families and other local people in need. We were glad to be able to help in such a small way and will be encouraging more colleagues to donate their time to help”.
Helena Morris, Euston Foodbank said, “"Euston Foodbank would like to thank Metro Bank for their on-going support. They have been amazing volunteers and have arranged collections for us. Their contribution has made a real difference to the Foodbank, allowing us to continue to support some of the most vulnerable people in and around Euston."

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President Dr Arif Alvi says the government is taking concrete measures to protect rights of minorities and promote religious tourism in the country.
Talking to a delegation of minorities led by MNA Lal Chand Malhi in Karachi today [Thursday], he said Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah always raised voice for the rights of all minorities irrespective of their creed and religion.
Dr Arif Alvi also lauded the role being played by the minorities for the development the country.
Source: Radio Pakistan
Category: Legal & Politics


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It’s no secret just how special Simone Biles really is.
To say she’s the greatest athlete in women’s gymnastics wouldn’t be a stretch at all–especially considering the fact that Biles is the most decorated gymnast, period. She also just won a record seventh national all-around title at the 2021 US Gymnastics Championships.
During both nights of competition during the Championships, Simone came out in leotards that showcased a crystal goat on them. The adorable accessory was on her shoulder for night one, June 4, and it sat on her hip for night two, June 6, sending the message that she is, in fact, the Greatest Of All Time.
Plus, this very goat has made an appearance before. Just a few weeks ago at the GK US Classic, where Biles presented her iconic Yurchenko double pike vault, it was there on her mid-back. The goat was also in attendance for the ride on a sleeveless training leotard ahead of the 2019 US Gymnastics Championships years ago.
According to POPSUGAR, all of these goat-embellished leotards are from GK Elite, the official apparel provider for the US women’s and men’s gymnastics teams. To the surprise of no one, putting the goat on some of her competitive leotards was, in fact, Biles’s idea, the brand’s chief commercial officer, Matt Cowan, told the outlet.
“She came to us and said, ‘I wanna go with the goat,'” he noted, adding that she is extremely involved in the design process, and it was her way of making a statement. That aforementioned training leotard from 2019 Nationals was the crystal goat’s debut, Cowan said.
Because fans loved seeing the goat on all of Biles’ leotards so much, they ended up giving it a name, now referring to the crystal figure as “Goldie.” Simone even took to Instagram to acknowledge the naming, thanking fans for coming up with something to perfectly represent her sidekick.
“Introducing GOLDIE ✨ – thanks for giving her a name y’all,” she wrote on Instagram, posting a photo of all of her leotards featuring the beloved goat.
Take a look at the pics for yourself down below.


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Serving Dinner 4pm-close
Located in historic downtown Williams, Arizona, near Grand Canyon National Park and the Grand Canyon Railway, Red Raven offers a casual fine dining experience unique to the area.
Red Raven’s comfortable atmosphere, delicious, artfully-prepared meals, and selection of quality wines and beers make dining at Red Raven a memorable occasion. When traveling to Northern Arizona, be sure to experience Red Raven Restaurant.
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Proposed Kansas City hotel clears hurdle with officials' OK
KANSAS CITY (AP) - A proposed Kansas City hotel has cleared a hurdle with city officials approving plans in helping finance the $302 million project.
Mayor Sly James says Thursday's unanimous vote is a big stepping stone in keeping the Hyatt convention hotel project moving forward. He hopes the hotel eventually can help draw in an NFL draft, future All Star games and other major events.
The project involves investments from both the city and private investors.
The city says financing the development doesn't add to its debt and doesn't take away resources that otherwise would go for police, fire and other services. The Kansas City Star reports the proposal is next scheduled to be reviewed by the city's Tax Increment Finance commission on June 30.
Developers hope to begin construction in 2016.