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Seltzer's Steak House, Sarasota
Reviewed by J.D.H. on 4/30/00 / meal: Dinner / party of: 7 / spent: $145. / Food: Fair / Service: Poor / Value: Poor / Cleanliness: Good / Ambience: Fair / Overall Rating: Poor / Return?: No/ Recommend: No
Bad Meal; bad experience. We had made a reservation (accepted for 6 or more), and were seated at the appointed time.The entire evening went downhill rapidly from that point. The waittress was snippy and unhelpful. The salad was undistinguished - at best (the greens were fresh, but the dressing tasted bottled). The Prime Rib was decent - no better; the steaks were simply tough and tasteless; the chicken on a skewer was the same. Two of my (teenage), grandchildren ordered desserts. They were large and pretty, but my kids found them most unsatisfying and wouldn't finish them. Four of us tried one or the other of them and reached the same conclusion. We didn't order a beverage. When our check was finally secured (our waitress had disappeared), it took almost half an hour for her to process and return with my credit card. A bummer!
Sam Seltzer's Steak House, Sarasota
Good value. Excellent, EXCELLENT steaks, but I thought I'd die of thirst waiting for my iced tea to be refilled! Empty salad plates sat and sat and sat. I guess our waiter was overused...he seemed to be very busy, but was always super-friendly and very cheerful...we were two adults with two pre-teens.
Sarasota Ale House, (Casual
My family of four went for dinner at 9:15 p.m.and were seated immediately; it went downhill from there. It was 15 minutes before our waiter acknowledged us. He took our order and we got our drinks and then did not see him again for 20 minutes.I ordered babyback ribs with a salad and a bowl of french onion soup. My daughter had chicken strips which were good, my son had a chicken sandwich and salad which he enjoyed. My husband had a reuben and a bowl of chowder which was fair. We received our salads and soup 20 minutes after our order was placed; food came not long after that. I did not have enough time to eat my soup or salad. My ribs were good but cold . The table ahead of us called for the manager because they had complaints. They were a party of ten (6 adults 4 children) and weren't too pleased either. After the manager was done with them I stopped him and asked if the kitchen was slow or was it our waiter and he said it was the waiter's second day on the floor and the party before us was large and he was having problems and he walked away. The manager went back to the other table and when he passed us I again had to stop him, as he made no attempt to ask if anything was better or to have the ribs warmed. I told him there were two other waiters sitting next to us running their mouths that made no effort to help him. He barely took time to nod his head and left. We asked for our bill and when we left there were two employees by the door, one was the hostess; they didn't stop their conversation to say good evening or anything. My husband was so annoyed he said we'd never eat there again. This was the second chance as the first experience was also bad there will not be a third.
Sarasota Seafood Company, Siesta Key,
Food and service were great. They give you good value for the price. We had about 9 different meals,plus drinks and appetizers and everyone thought they were excellent. Personally had Calamari and crab cakes. They were both top notch. Had 5 teenagers and they were treated very well and all cleaned there plates.
Sign of the Mermaid, (Continental) Anna Maria, FL
Excellent food and service! Wonderful bargain at "Early Bird". Because of local law, you must bring your bottle. This may change. Use of TransMedia card reduced the bill by 15%."Early Bird" specials are reduced almost 40%. Our six meals included 3 Herb Salmons @ $9.95, 2 crab cakes @ $9.95 and veal piccata @$10.50. Each couple shared a salad for $3.95. These ample small salads included eggless Caesar, Greek and walnut watercress.The"Early Bird Specials" are from 5:00 to 6:15 PM.( not available during Easter week. Suggest reservations.
Sign of the Mermaid, (Continental) Anna Maria, FL
This is our favorite restaurant on Anna Maria Island. Their menu is innovative and interesting. They do not have a liquor license but that should change shortly. For now bring your own which they handle most efficiently. Good service, good food, what more can you ask?
Something Fishy, (Seafood)
Can't wait to try some of their other menu items. And want more of the soups. Good value and good food. We went for their early bird special: all you can eat fish for $3.95, including iced tea and a small bowl of wonderful, tasty New England clam chowder, included in this special!! The fish batter was delicious, fish cooked perfectly; French fries HOT and generously served. The waiter attended to our needs flawlessly. He offered and delivered more fish with perfect timing. This has to be one of the best bargains in Florida!! Friends of ours also dined there and had the Shrimp Basket and Oyster basket and were delighted. They tried Seafood Gumbo and raved about it. They offer a diverse menu of appetizers, soup, sandwiches, baskets, and dinners. Decor is pleasant but their strength is GOOD FOOD and MORE than reasonable prices. The Early Bird special is served from 3:30 to 5:30 Monday through Friday. One visit will whet your appetite for more.
Stoneybrook Golf &
Counntry Club, (Continental), Sarasota
Sunset Dinners are fabulous. This is the first time my husband & I tried the Sunset Dinners at this Restaurant and were very very impressed with the Gourmet food and presentation for the special amount of $l0.95 for 5 entree's, Caesar or house salad, soup (made fresh that day which was New England Clam Chowder that had so many clams and flavor it was hard to believe at this price.) We had the Shrimp Portugese and Veal Oscar; both were outstanding and also included dessert, gourmet desserts that you get at more expensive restaurants. The chocolate brownie and the creme' brulee' were excellent! Can't believe we found this great early sunset bargain and will definitely return again and again.
Tandoor (Indian) Sarasota
My wife and I learned to love Indian food during our years in Buffalo, where an Indian restaurant opened almost every week. When we heard about the new TANDOOR ("Clay Pot") restaurant near our home, we stopped by and checked out the menu. They offer a Buffet lunch from 11:30 AM-2:30 PM Tues.-Sat. and dinner from their printed menu every night Tue.-Sun. We decided to sample the lunch buffet which offered a variety of dishes. (My own guide for Buffet meals, which I generally dislike, is whether or not different dishes taste alike.) TANDOOR's lunch buffet ($5.95 each) is a delight. The restaurant is not large, but it is spotlessly clean and bright. The Buffet table is well heated; dishes are labeled and easy to take. It included the usual basmati rice, tandoor chicken, chicken with curry, Saag (potato and vegetables in curry sauce, curried Dal (lentils), a dish of shredded carrots with vegetables I couldn't identify (which was superb, by ! the way; but my wife found it too sweet for her taste), and salad with Raita (yogurt-based sauce). Nothing was too spicy for my wife and most were spicy enough for me (a rare occurence). After two helpings of almost everything, I had no interest in looking for desserts. Each dish had its own, distinctive flavor. We'll return for dinner (I normally do not eat lunch) very soon, to see if the promise is fulfilled.
Tandoor (Indian) Sarasota
Outstanding Indian food has come to the shopping center at Beneva and Clark! We had dinner tonight at Tandoor, a new addition to the Sarasota dining scene. For a restaurant that has only been open a short time, they were doing a brisk business. The menu contained a wide selection of Indian dishes typical of what we have seen in Indian restaurants in other cities. There were several entrees under chicken, lamb, seafood, vegetarian, and biryadi rice specialties. Kingfisher beer from India was available, and there was a limited wine selection. Soft drinks, including lassi and spiced Indian tea, were also offered. When we were seated, an order of nan was put on the table along with three sauces. We had an order of Onion Kulcha bread, which was very good, in lieu of the several appetizers that were listed. I had the Mixed Tandoori Platter and my wife had Tandoori Shrimp. Both entrees were tasty, adequate in quantity, and well presented on sizzling platters. They were accompanied by rice and sauce and a salad to share.
The staff was attentive and concerned with the diners' satisfaction, although there was a short lag before a server initially appeared to take drink and appetizer orders.
Overall, Tandoor is a wonderful addition to the list of fine restaurants in Sarasota. We'll be there repeatedly to try other items on the menu--the lamb vindaloo test of the spicy food will come soon. On the basis of our first visit, we recommend it highly to those who enjoy Indian food.
TexMex Cafe & Saloon,
Service too slow and uninterested. The low rating I have given this restaurant is a result of the very poor service. We arrived about 7:15. A nice young man brought us water and a margarita for one of the party. No one took our order or acknowledged our presence until approximately 7:45. About 8:00, the couple next to us, who had been seated after us, received their dinners, one of which was fajitas. At 8:15 we told our waitress that we wanted a check and that we did not wish to wait any longer for our dinner. She told us that "fajitas" take longer. While the bar was filled, the restaurant was not. Our waitress never came by to tell us dinner was delayed or offer to get us anything else. I have eaten here before and found the service slow, but the food pretty good. Not again after this. I rated it poor on "kid friendly" because no one with children would want to wait an hour with no dinner. Just wish I had a Savvy Diners card to leave with them. Please send! Thanks.
To-Ho Cafe, (Japanese) Sarasota
Don't be put off by outside appearances! Restaurant is located in older plaza. Doesn't look like much from outside, but inside is very casual and cozy. Wife and I like "low-key," informal places like this. We like to pay for good food, rather than fancy atmosphere. If you're anything like us, you'll like To-Ho!
T.P. Hans (eclectic menu)
My husband and I were very pleased with our meal. Our waitperson, Rodney was topnotch. I had the Shang-hai Lettuce Wraps and a peanut Chicken Salad- both excellent. My husband had to help finish the salad which he was glad to do. He had a bowl of Seafood Bisque and the Seafood Del Mar: both excellent. We were there before 7 PM and had $2.glasses of wine. We had their house Merlot-very good. We both recommend it highly and will return.
Tudor Rose, (British Pub), Sarasota
Bad meal; bad experience My wife and I went to The Tudor Rose (under new management, now), despite bad experiences there in the past. Owners (husband & wife) and waitress/barmaid on duty. Our order was taken promptly. Salads when they came (slowly), were composed of fresh (and wet), greens and salad dressings which tasted as if they came from the "must sell" shelf of a local supermarket. We then awaited our main courses. My wife had ordered "Chicken and Mushroom Pie" and I had ordered "Beef and Mushroom Pie," both favorites of ours in other "pubs" in which we have eaten over the years. In this case, it took over 30 minutes for our meals to be served! During the first 20 minutes or so, our waitress managed to refrain from even looking at us, even though the bar was less than 6 yards from our table, and from there to the kitchen she had to pass our table whenever she went there. After 20 minutes or so, the (male) owner came over to our table and cleared the salad dishes away! Then the waitress appeared with the ominous word that the cook had just started to prepare our meals (through some misunderstanding - the standard excuse for utter incompetence). About ten minutes later our meals arrived. My wife's consisted of one small piece of chicken with many mushrooms in an utterly tasteless white sauce (really without any flavor at all, showing the absence of even common seasoning). My dish consisted of one little piece of mushroom accompanied by many pieces of tough and actually inedible meat, all in what was supposed to be a sauce including Guinness stout. The sauce tasted sour at least, with no other flavor. Now Guiness stout is one of my favorite drinks, but it doesn't taste like this in sauces. We each had mashed potatoes (undistinguished but edible), and green peas. The peas tasted like - well, green peas. There really isn't much one can do with green peas, but the British must love them (which tells me something about British taste), because every so-called "British Pub" serves them.
When the (male) owner saw us trying to avoid even looking at what remained on our dinner plates, he inquired if everything was all right. I told him what I thought of my meal especially, and he offered to bring me another dish, which I declined. As a consequence he did not charge us for my meal, so our total bill was (with tip) about $10.50, which was simply wasted.
Two Senorita's (Mexican), Sarasota
Good value, lunch served quickly; important when on a tight schedule affordable, food is authentic, service very good. Excellent for business lunches becuase of its central location and speedy service. Wait, bar and host staff are efficient, but do not rush clientele. Food is very good, affordable, and authenic Mexican. If the salsa is too spicy for your liking, add a touch of sour cream. Didn't have room for dessert, as the lunch was more than enough for 1, possibly enough for two.
(Seafood//steak) Anna Maria Island
The BEST Lobster I have had in a very long time. Reasonable prices and great food. We arrived a bit before 5:00 and the restaurant opens for dinner at 5:00. They are open for breakfast and lunch, but close between meals. The restaurant is on the beach with a lovely view. It is charming and intimate. It is obvious that your meal is prepared from scratch in their kitchen. Special dietary needs were not a problem and our server Brandy was delightful. There is outdoor dining on the porch or indoor dining. A somewhat varied menu with the usual fare of steaks, seafood and specialty dishes. It was their Lobsterfest the evening we were there and I had twin broiled lobster tails which were perfectly prepared and sumptuous. Accompanied with a nice baked potato and Caesar salad. My appetizer was wonderful escargot with crusty bread for dipping...very good. My friend had Gouper Oscar which was delicious. She does not eat potatoes or rice so they substituted extra asparagus ...no problem! She had the garden salad w/ sun-dried tomato/basil vinaigrette...she was not too crazy about the dressing, but it was a nice generous salad. They could use more dressing choices. Her appetizer was Lobster Bisque which she said was superb. The staff was very accommodating and pleasant. We also had my friend's 10 year old daughter with us. They have a limited chidren's menu which she was happy with the chicken fingers (they did not have ranch dressing which is what she likes to dip them in however). They gave her cocoa for a beverage rather than soda without any problem and even brought her extra placemats to draw on. We were too full for the deserts, which looked great. The coffee was fresh and well refilled. All-in-all an extremely satisfying dining experience.
Yoder's (Amish home-style)
It doesn't pay to make breakfast at home! Right now is their Pumpkin season until at least the 2nd. week in Dec We just love and rave about their Pumpkin Pancakes that are to die for and the only place in town to get them. Also, on our way out we purchased their Pumpkin Cheesecake which is the best we ever tasted and at $18. for the whole cheesecake, is a bargain. It is so rich, moist, not too sweet, not overdone with the pumpkin spices. They have this recipe down pat. It's a must try!
Yoder's (Amish home-style)
This was our second trip to Yoder's. If you like good home style cooking, it's great. My only complaint would be that the portions are too large. They offer 1/2 portions and if you want to eat their delicious homemade desserts, you'd better order the 1/2 portion or have a huge appetite. The meal is served with homemade grain bread and apple butter. The fare is what you'd expect at home. No gourmet cooking or wonderful atmosphere, just excellent tasting food and plenty of it for a great price.
Creative, excellent preparation and presentation. Certainly on a par with PattiGeorge, Euphemia Haye, even Beach Bistro in terms of food presentation and preparation...not only main course, but also salad, appetizer and dessert. Our only problem was in confirmation of a round table for 5...we were told this could be done only at 6:30 p.m. There were plenty of open tables when we left at 8:45 p.m.... they could have been more accommodating. The noise level, which was very high at an earlier visit has been significantly reduced.
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UK-based electric vehicle (EV) smart charging provider, EO Charging (EO), has adopted the chargepoint installation platform created by Jumptech to support the launch of its new generation of EV chargers – the EO Genius 2 and the EO Mini Pro 3.
The software platform is designed to simplify the installation process for EO’s home and SME fleet customers, who will also be able to benefit from a fully-managed end-to-end service.
EO have said that the ease of communication offered by Jumptech’s software with regard to information on property and desired install details, as well as order status, will enhance their customers’ installation experience.
The network of EO’s approved installation and distribution partners will automatically be notified by the platform when they are assigned jobs. Following the notification the software will then guide them through the required process, simultaneously unlocking live updates, performance statistics and job competition data.
EO’s automotive partners will also have access, allowing them to tailor a bespoke installation journey for their customers.
The platform will be available to EO customers and partners across the UK, New Zealand and Australia.
Tom Pollard, head of EO’s distribution sales division praised the partnership in a comment: “Jumptech’s platform allows us to deliver a seamless end-to-end experience to the wide range of businesses and EV drivers adopting our new generation of products – as well giving our installers and distribution partners the tools to provide a high-quality service.”
EO has continued to grow throughout this year, as well as being shortlisted for Chargepoint Manufacturer of the Year (Domestic) 2022 at the Electric Vehicle Innovations and Excellence Awards.
It has also expanded into the Netherlands this year thanks to a partnership with chargepoint installer VEBE, building on its expansion into Australia in 2021 via a partnership with charging specialist EVSE.
Beyond this, it has integrated its installer management platform with ev.energy’s EV owner smart charging software platform, while Indra, Easee UK, ProjectEV, TSG UK, Fulcrum, BP Pulse, Pod Point and Good Energy have all adopted the software since the company was launched in 2018.
“We’re delighted to be supporting EO as they deliver solutions for some of the world’s largest EV fleets and automotive partners who will benefit from their exciting new charge points,” added Phil Nunn, Jumptech’s founder.


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“KAMAZ has radically changed the image of machine engineering and the country!”
Celebrations on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the auto giant have started in Naberezhnye Chelny, Vladimir Putin is expected to arrive
A series of festive events dedicated to the half-century anniversary of KAMAZ has started in Naberezhnye Chelny. President of Tatarstan Rustam Minnikhanov, who arrived with congratulations, announced that President of Russia Vladimir Putin is expected to come to Kaliningrad for the main celebrations on December 13. The Tatarstan leader awarded KAMAZ PJSC and its staff with the order ‘For Merits to the Republic of Tatarstan’ and stressed that the project laid down in 1969 has radically changed the face of machine engineering and the face of the country, introducing it into the cohort of world leaders in heavy vehicles. The correspondent of Realnoe Vremya who attended the gala evening watched as Mayor of Naberezhnye Chelny Nail Magdeev confessed his love for the auto giant and personally to Sergey Kogogin, and listened to the theory of Deputy of the State Duma of the Russian Federation Alfiya Kogogina that “a special type of patriotism was created in Naberezhnye Chelny, which saved the city in the ‘dashing 1990s”.
Minnikhanov: “Putin is going to visit KAMAZ”
The gala evening dedicated to the 50th anniversary of KAMAZ was held in the organ hall in the city of Naberezhnye Chelny. Veterans of the plant and current employees, as well as partners of the company, business representatives, city and republican officials headed by President of Tatarstan Rustam Minnikhanov, were invited to it. The evening was opened by Igor Lerman's chamber orchestra, performing Vivaldi's compositions as a dedication to the auto giant — KAMAZ PJSC has sponsored the orchestra for many years.
Rustam Minnikhanov, opening the evening, reminded that the republic, of course, will not be limited to this celebration: it only opens a series of events dedicated to the 50th anniversary of KAMAZ. On December 13, he promised, the anniversary will be celebrated at the site of the plant itself — what is more, he revealed the intrigue, with the participation of the top official of the state, that is, Russian President Vladimir Putin is going to visit the automotive city for the anniversary (as we predicted).
KAMAZ was built by more than 100k people
Minnikhanov especially acknowledged those who participated in the implementation of the grandiose project — builders, power engineers, engineers, and KAMAZ employees.
“On the banks of the Kama River [50 years ago], the project was laid that radically changed the face of mechanical engineering, the face of the country. It introduced it to the cohort of world leaders in heavy vehicles. Many regions of the country aspired to build the auto giant,” he reminded. “Considerable merit in deciding on the construction site belongs to our former first secretary of the regional committee, Fikryat Tabeev.”
Minnikhanov reminded how in the early 1970s more than 100,000 people worked at the construction site. 4,2 billion rubles of capital investments were utilized for the construction. More than 30,000 units of the most modern equipment were installed, more than 700 foreign companies and 2,000 plants from 500 cities of the Soviet Union took part in the great KAMAZ epic. Along with KAMAZ, there were created dozens of component manufacturing plants, as a result, almost all sectors of the national economy of the USSR received a huge boost. Thanks to the construction of the Kama Automobile Plant, Naberezhnye Chelny turned from a small town with 30,000 population into one of the largest cities of Tatarstan and “the machine-building centre of the country with wide avenues, high-quality roads, and comfortable housing, landscaped parks and squares”. The president of Tatarstan drew attention to that projects in social, transport and road infrastructure have been implemented in the city particularly by the anniversary of KAMAZ, the work will continue, he promised.
“Indoor swimming pool is being built, new public spaces are appearing, a branch of the republican oncologic dispensary is being under construction, a theatre, we are laying the stone for the construction of a closed football arena in a few days,” Minnikhanov listed the projects, which the team of CEO Sergey Kogogin had lobbied by the plant’s anniversary.
“KAMAZ is one of the twenty world truck manufacturers, it produces every third truck in Russia”
The head of the republic was the first of the leaders (among them — Vladimir Faustov, Nikolay Bekh, Ivan Kostin) to mention the first director general of the auto giant — Lev Vasilyev. The veteran is still alive, he is 94 years old. The Republic of Tatarstan awarded him for contribution in the construction of the plant and development of engineering industry of the region with the highest award of the Republic of Tatarstan — the order ‘For Merits to the Republic of Tatarstan’, and on 9 October a bust of the first CEO was set up in the motor city. Mentioning the last CEO of KAMAZ Sergey Kogogin, the president of Tatarstan said that under his leadership the company began to move to ‘innovative track’. Among other important figures, Rustam Minnikhanov distinguished the former head of Kamgesenergostroy, Yevgeny Batenchuk.
“Indeed, on the way of the auto giant, there have been many both pleasant and sad events. This is the crisis of the 1990s, the fire at the plant [of engines]. But despite all the difficulties, we have managed to maintain the unique quality of production. Today KAMAZ is one of the twenty world truck manufacturers, it produces every third truck in Russia and CIS countries. They are used in 80 countries of the world,” said the president of Tatarstan, reminding about Master Kama Industrial Park (Master KIP). “We have created the largest industrial park in Europe, the area of its closed premises is 1,4 million square metres. For example, there are 284 enterprises, which employ more than 9,000 people.”
Tatarstan President awards the order ‘For Merits to the Republic of Tatarstan’ to KAMAZ PJSC
In the first place, Rustam Minnikhanov was happy that KAMAZ was celebrating its anniversary ‘with dignity’: complete update of production — the plant for the production of frames cabs was opened, a production line of aluminum fuel tanks was launched, the conveyor for the production of advanced in-line engine R5 was launched, the production of trucks generation K5 will start by the end of this year, not to mention the prospects of the project of unmanned vehicles. These projects would not have been possible without the support of the federal authorities and the shareholder of KAMAZ — Rostec Group,” he noted gratefully and asked them to applaud, and after deafening applause, he immediately added:
“But the republic is always near! You can applaud the republic!” for which he received an even louder ovation.
Minnikhanov was personally awarding KAMAZ workers for about 10 minutes — from locksmiths to deputy directors. The first award to KAMAZ, the order and the banner of the order, he presented to Sergey Kogogin: “By the decree of the president of the Republic of Tatarstan for meritorious service of the collective society in domestic mechanical engineering and contribution to the economy of the republic, KAMAZ PJSC is awarded the order ‘For Merits to the Republic of Tatarstan.”
Alfiya Kogogina: “A special type of patriotism was created in the motor city, which saved Naberezhnye Chelny in the ‘dashing 1990s”
The chief KAMAZ lobbyist and, concurrently, the wife of the CEO of the auto giant, Deputy of the State Duma Alfiya Kogogina called the KAMAZ construction, which started in 1969, “great, unprecedented in scale in Europe”. According to her, then “the best representatives of youth, intellectuals, working class” who dreamed to build the plant and “the city of the future” went to Tatarstan, Naberezhnye Chelny:
“You, the veterans, did it,” she said confidently. “KAMAZ rallied all layers of society: youth and adult generation, Russians, Tatars, Mari, Chuvash, Bashkirs, Ukrainians, Belarusians — all peoples lived, worked and had a rest together, one family! It was a pot, in which a special fusion of the qualities of Soviet society was prepared, in which there was no place for envy or chauvinism.”
Moreover, Alfiya Kogogina believes that in the 1970s a special type of patriotism was created in the motor city, which saved Naberezhnye Chelny in the “dashing 1990s” and preserved KAMAZ in that time of crisis. After her speech, girls from the studio of pop vocals ‘21st century’ went on stage and, just in advance knowing about the rhetorical figure of Kogogin, performed a patriotic song with the words “Always forward, we will win” and the chorus “Forward, Russia!”
Nail Magdeev — to Sergey Kogogin: “We love you, we are proud of you, we rely on you”
The mayor of Naberezhnye Chelny found himself in a somewhat awkward situation at the event when he was meant to sincerely thank the team of Sergey Kogogin and him personally, wishing them success, at the time of the unresolved dispute with him. Let us remind that KAMAZ is going to take away from the Executive Committee of Naberezhnye Chelny through court action once issued to him 190 buses, leasing payments for which, according to the auto giant, the city has long overdue. This could cause a transport collapse in the city, but obviously, on such an extreme step in the jubilee December — and even before the arrival of Vladimir Putin — Sergey Kogogin's team will not decide on (it is possible that by now some kind of behind-the-scenes agreement has already been concluded in this regard). However, the mayor's face did not twitch a muscle as he stepped onto the stage with a smile. However, he initially sent congratulations to the veterans of the KAMAZ construction “on behalf of the grateful residents of Naberezhnye Chelny”, whom today are 534,000, KAMAZ gave exactly half a million citizens to a small town for half a century who came here from all over the USSR. KAMAZ significantly changed the fate of the 30-thousandth city, Nail Magdeev believes. Many generations of KAMAZ employees actually chose a new homeland, where more than 80 ethnicities live today. In the end, he personally addressed Sergey Kogogin with words of gratitude:
“To my friend, our comrade — for service and friendship! For that KAMAZ with honours performs all the tasks that face the company. Today Rustam Minnikhanov and I have watched the latest developments, and, to be honest, I once again fell in love with KAMAZ! We love you, we are proud of you, we rely on you. KAMAZ and the city — our destiny!” the mayor of Naberezhnye Chelny told.
Sergey Kogogin: current sales are not enough, and in 2020 an explosive growth of consumption at KAMAZ is not expected
At the evening, where young KAMAZ workers performed their numbers (presenting a large literary and musical play ‘The History of Strong People’, based on the letters of the first KAMAZ pioneers), and city collectives, and honoured artists of Tatarstan, tried not to talk about the economy in general, of course. In the meantime, precisely on the anniversary day, Sergey Kogoghin gave an interview to Vesti KAMAZa corporate newspaper, which did not conceal the difficult situation of the hero of the day: “In our business, it is very difficult to say a good year or a bad year. Very rarely the market is quite so good, for all the time of my work — only 2007, more of this happiness we did not get, everything was as always: it is necessary to fight for a place in the market.” And now there are alarming questions, but the date of ‘50 years’ draws attention to what you can be proud of,” he commented on the situation with the fall in truck sales in the Russian market. According to him, marketers have slightly increased the forecast for the market: previously gave 55-56 thousand trucks, now brought to 59 thousand registrations this year. “We expect to sell 29 thousand [KAMAZ vehicles] in the domestic market and a little more than 5 thousand — for export. There are a number of difficulties in the implementation of export contracts, however, we should finish the year with 33-34 thousand. Is it much or little? For KAMAZ, this is not enough, but it is a given that we have faced and live with,” he said with regret. In 2019, the segment of mainline tractors fell very much, almost twofold, so the company produced fewer K4 cars than planned. And next year, alas, will not be better than 2019, an explosive growth of consumption in KAMAZ is not expected.
Between 1969 and 2019, more than 2,3 million vehicles have been produced.

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Baking soda is not only used for baking pastries. It is useful for home cleaning and in the laundry room. This may sound old-fashioned, but soaking clothes in baking soda overnight can make your whites whiter and colored clothes even brighter.
Baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) is like the compound popularly known as washing soda (sodium carbonate), commonly used for washing laundry. It is a natural and effective clean that can do wonders on your clothes. It can help remove odors, brighten your clothes, and break down stains.
So, how does soaking clothes in baking soda overnight clean them? Let’s find out how!
Does Baking Soda Ruin Clothes?
Generally, baking soda is safe to use for cleaning and treating clothes. However, this is not always the case with some materials, i.e., protein-based fabrics like cashmere, silk, and wool. These materials don’t react well when soaked with baking soda.
So, if the clothes you’re about to wash consist of the material above, don’t soak them with baking soda. Instead use a specialized product to clean and treat these delicate fabrics. As cliché as it may sound, prevention is better than cure.
Why Leave Clothes in Baking Soda Overnight?
There are many reasons why you should leave clothes in baking soda overnight. They work wonders for your laundry, so if you haven’t tried doing this hack, you might start doing it now upon learning these benefits.
Treat Stained Clothes
This is the reason why people leave their laundry in baking soda overnight. The natural chemical in baking soda breaks down terrible stains from clothes.
If you put your extra dirty clothes in a bucket full of baking soda, the ingredient, which is alkaline, will then neutralize and remove the dirty marks from the clothing material. The following day, that stain should either be loose or entirely gone.
Your clothes or any fabric doesn’t need to be stained to soak them in baking soda. Some people like to bathe their clothes in it to freshen their clothing. It’s like doing a mini laundry wash!
Remove Stinky Odors
In addition to having fresh clothes with baking soda, this hack is also helpful in removing pungent odors in clothes. By allowing your clothes to rest with baking soda overnight, the ingredient starts to do its magic in eliminating stinky odors from it.
White clothes tend to lose color over time, especially if you wear them often. However, leaving discolored items in a tub with baking soda overnight, you are helping them get whitened once again.
Can Soaking Clothes in Baking Soda Overnight Remove Odor?
As mentioned earlier, one of the benefits of using baking soda on your clothes is it will deodorize them. If your clothes smell like smoke or sweat, it’s better to clean them with baking soda solution overnight.
Allowing your clothes to absorb the baking soda and water mixture overnight will help it to work as a deodorizer. You can then wash your clothes, as usual, the following morning.
Can Soaking Clothes in Baking Soda Overnight Remove Stains?
Do you constantly struggle to remove tough stains on your clothes? Then, maybe your laundry detergent is not enough. You might need to pre-wash your clothes with baking soda by allowing them to rest in the solution overnight.
This method helps draw a stain from your clothes and essentially traps odor and pigment in the baking soda. As you allow the fabric to soak in the solution for an extended period, the stain will come off more and more.
Can Soaking Clothes in Baking Soda Overnight Remove Wrinkles?
Wrinkles can be a pain to remove, but you can soak clothes in baking soda as a remedy. Baking soda may help reduce wrinkles on clothes to some extent, but you should not rely on it alone.
Baking soda works for deodorizing and cleaning purposes, but it is not known to resolve major wrinkle problems on clothes. Its wrinkling-removing abilities are limited.
Can You Wash Clothes with Baking Soda Only?
Yes! Using only baking soda in the laundry is possible. Baking soda is a natural cleaner that can make your clothes fresh, clean, and odor-free.
Washing clothes with baking soda is an old-time technique – years ago, people washed laundry by hand with common household products like baking soda.
To learn how to clean your clothes using baking soda, read our post – Can Baking Soda Clean Clothes?
What Type of Laundry Can Be Left to Soak in Baking Soda Overnight?
The list of laundry items you can soak in baking soda overnight is endless. So, adjust the list below to suit your home:
- Sweat-ridden clothes or gym clothing
- Clothing items stained with bodily fluids/ functions
- Clothes with underarm sweat patches
- Old and musty-smelling clothes
- Extra dirty white garments
- Stained clothes
- Clothes you haven’t worn but have a terrible odor in them
How to Soak Clothes in Baking Soda Overnight
So this is the cleaning method you have been waiting for. Follow these steps for a better result in cleaning clothes with baking soda.
Things you’ll need:
- Baking Soda
- Fill a clean bucket with five liters of warm water and add baking soda.
- Mix the water and baking soda mixture with a long spoon.
- Add the laundry items you wish to clean. Make sure that they submerge in the water.
- Allow the clothes to rest in the tub overnight.
- The following day, remove the clothes and drain the water.
- Rinse the items with water and hang them to dry (yes, you can wash clothes with baking soda only) or wash them like you usually do when washing clothes.
Watch the video below to see me show how to soak clothes in baking soda.
So, there you have it! We have answered the most common question, “Can I soak clothes with baking soda overnight.” And again, the answer is YES, YOU CAN! Doing so will do more good than harm to your clothes.
Baking soda is an efficient, eco-friendly cleaning solution that is helpful in various household chores, including laundry. It can remove stains, foul odors, and whiten your clothes. Baking soda can also act as a fabric softener, so never hesitate to use it in your next laundry task.
To soak your clothes with baking soda overnight, follow our step-by-step guide above.
To learn more about using baking soda to wash clothes, read our post – Unveiling the Truth: Does Baking Soda Bleach Black Clothes?
If you want to learn how to use other household products to clean your clothes, read our post – Can Vinegar Clean Clothes?
Question: Have you ever soaked your clothes in baking soda overnight?


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James Joseph Landry, 67, has pleaded not guilty to second-degree murder in the disappearance of 43-year-old Philip Boudreau on June 1, 2013.
Landry is among four people charged in the case. All are connected to the Twin Maggies, a lobster boat from the area.
On Thursday, the Supreme Court in Port Hawkesbury heard details of the last day Boudreau was seen alive.
“This case is about murder for lobster," prosecutor Steve Drake argued. "It's not about a loss of control. The crew of the Twin Maggies carried out a sustained attack."
Boudreau's overturned boat, a skiff, was found in the Petit-de-Grat harbour, but his body has never been recovered.
Prosecutors told court the crew shot at Boudreau four times, ran over his boat several times and then tied his body to an anchor, which was dropped overboard.
The Crown did not elaborate on Thursday on how the killing may have been tied to lobster.
According to an agreed statement of facts read into the court record, a bullet recovered from Boudreau's boat came from a gun that was later found at the D'Escousse home of Dwayne and Carla Samson.
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- 1 How to Overcome Envy Tips and Strategies for Overcoming Jealousy
- 1.1 Understanding Envy
- 1.2 Identifying the Root Causes of Envy
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How to Overcome Envy Tips and Strategies for Overcoming Jealousy
Envy is a powerful emotion that can eat away at our happiness and well-being. It is a feeling of discontentment or resentment towards someone else’s success, possessions, or qualities. Jealousy, on the other hand, is a fear of losing something we value to someone else. Both envy and jealousy can stem from a lack of self-esteem, acceptance, and gratitude.
One way to overcome envy is to cultivate gratitude and contentment in our own lives. By focusing on the things we have and appreciating them, we can shift our perspective from what we lack to what we possess. This can help us find satisfaction and fulfillment in our own achievements and qualities, rather than constantly comparing ourselves to others.
Another strategy for overcoming envy is to work on improving our self-esteem. When we feel good about ourselves and our own abilities, we are less likely to feel threatened by others’ success. By recognizing our own worth and strengths, we can build a solid foundation of self-confidence that can withstand the comparisons and judgments of others.
Acceptance is also key in overcoming envy. We need to accept that everyone is on their own unique journey and that their successes and possessions do not diminish our own worth. By letting go of the need to compete or compare ourselves to others, we can free ourselves from the chains of envy and embrace a more compassionate mindset.
Finally, cultivating compassion towards others can help us overcome envy. By recognizing and celebrating the achievements and qualities of others, we can shift our focus from envy to admiration and support. Instead of feeling resentful, we can learn from others’ successes and use them as inspiration for our own growth and development.
Envy is a complex emotion that can have a negative impact on our self-esteem and overall well-being. It often arises from a feeling of jealousy or resentment towards others who possess something we desire or believe we lack. Understanding envy is an important step towards overcoming it and finding contentment in our own lives.
One of the key aspects of envy is comparison. We often compare ourselves to others, whether it’s their achievements, possessions, or relationships. This comparison can lead to feelings of inadequacy and fuel our envy. It’s important to remember that everyone’s journey is unique, and comparing ourselves to others is not a fair or accurate measure of our own worth.
Acceptance is another crucial element in understanding and overcoming envy. Accepting ourselves and our circumstances allows us to focus on our own growth and happiness, rather than dwelling on what others have. It’s important to recognize that we all have different strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities. Embracing our own journey can help us find contentment and let go of envy.
Gratitude is a powerful antidote to envy. Practicing gratitude involves acknowledging and appreciating the good things in our lives. It shifts our focus away from what we lack and towards what we have. By cultivating a sense of gratitude, we can develop a more positive outlook and reduce feelings of envy.
Overcoming envy also requires a shift in mindset. Instead of seeing someone else’s success as a threat or a reflection of our own shortcomings, we can choose to celebrate their achievements and use them as inspiration for our own goals. By adopting a growth mindset, we can view others’ achievements as evidence that success is possible and that we too can achieve our dreams.
In conclusion, understanding envy is essential in overcoming it. By recognizing the negative impact envy can have on our self-esteem and well-being, we can take steps to overcome it. Through acceptance, gratitude, and a shift in mindset, we can find contentment and let go of envy. Remember, we all have our own unique journey, and comparing ourselves to others only hinders our own growth. Embrace your own path and celebrate the success of others as inspiration for your own goals.
The Definition of Envy
Envy is a complex emotion that can arise when we compare ourselves to others and feel a sense of lacking or dissatisfaction in our own lives. It is often characterized by a desire to possess what someone else has, whether it be material possessions, achievements, relationships, or qualities.
Envy can be a destructive force that eats away at our self-esteem and happiness. It can lead to negative thoughts and behaviors, such as bitterness, resentment, and even sabotage. However, it is possible to overcome envy by cultivating a mindset of acceptance, compassion, and gratitude.
One way to overcome envy is by practicing self-acceptance and acknowledging our own worth and unique qualities. By recognizing that we are enough just as we are, we can begin to let go of the need to compare ourselves to others.
Compassion is another powerful tool in overcoming envy. By cultivating compassion for ourselves and others, we can develop a deeper understanding of the struggles and challenges that everyone faces. This can help us to see that we are not alone in our experiences and that we all have our own journeys.
Instead of constantly comparing ourselves to others, we can focus on our own growth and self-esteem. By setting realistic goals and celebrating our achievements, big or small, we can build a sense of self-worth and confidence that is not dependent on external validation.
Practicing contentment and gratitude can also help to overcome envy. By appreciating what we already have and expressing gratitude for the blessings in our lives, we can shift our focus from what we lack to what we have been given.
Ultimately, overcoming envy requires a shift in perspective and a commitment to personal growth. It is a journey that may take time and effort, but by cultivating acceptance, compassion, self-esteem, contentment, and gratitude, we can free ourselves from the grip of envy and find greater peace and fulfillment in our lives.
The Effects of Envy on Mental Health
Envy can have a significant impact on mental health, affecting various aspects of a person’s well-being. It often stems from a sense of inadequacy or low self-esteem, leading individuals to compare themselves unfavorably to others. The constant comparison can create a negative cycle of self-doubt and dissatisfaction.
Here are some of the effects that envy can have on mental health:
- Decreased self-esteem: Envy can erode self-esteem, making individuals feel inadequate and unworthy. They may constantly compare themselves to others and feel like they fall short in various aspects of their lives.
- Increased anxiety and depression: Envy often leads to feelings of anxiety and depression. The constant focus on what others have and the fear of missing out can create a sense of emptiness and sadness.
- Strained relationships: Envy can strain relationships as individuals may resent or feel jealous of others’ successes. This can lead to feelings of bitterness and an inability to genuinely celebrate others’ achievements.
- Reduced gratitude: Envy can make it difficult for individuals to appreciate and be grateful for what they have. Instead of focusing on their own blessings, they become consumed with what others possess.
- Increased stress: Envy can contribute to higher levels of stress. The constant comparison and desire to attain what others have can create a sense of pressure and dissatisfaction.
- Decreased life satisfaction: Envy can negatively impact overall life satisfaction. Instead of focusing on personal growth and happiness, individuals may become preoccupied with what they lack compared to others.
To overcome the effects of envy on mental health, it is important to cultivate practices of gratitude, compassion, and acceptance. Recognizing and appreciating one’s own strengths and accomplishments can help boost self-esteem and reduce the need for comparison. Practicing compassion towards oneself and others can foster a sense of contentment and reduce feelings of jealousy. Accepting that everyone’s journey is unique can also help in overcoming envy and finding fulfillment in one’s own life.
The Difference Between Envy and Jealousy
Envy and jealousy are often used interchangeably, but they actually have different meanings and implications. Understanding the difference between these two emotions can help you overcome them and cultivate a more positive mindset.
Envy is a feeling of discontent or resentment that arises when someone else possesses something that we desire. It is often accompanied by a sense of inferiority or inadequacy. Envy can be directed towards material possessions, achievements, relationships, or even personal qualities. When we experience envy, we may feel bitterness, anger, or a strong desire to possess what others have.
Jealousy, on the other hand, is a reaction to the threat of losing something or someone that we already possess. It typically arises in the context of relationships, where we fear that our partner may be interested in someone else or that they may leave us for someone better. Jealousy is often characterized by feelings of insecurity, possessiveness, and fear of abandonment.
While envy and jealousy are distinct emotions, they can both be detrimental to our well-being. They stem from a mindset of scarcity, where we believe that there is not enough to go around and that someone else’s success or happiness diminishes our own worth. Overcoming envy and jealousy requires cultivating a mindset of abundance, gratitude, and self-worth.
Here are some strategies for overcoming envy and jealousy:
- Cultivate gratitude: Focus on what you have rather than what you lack. Practice gratitude for the blessings in your life, and remind yourself of your own accomplishments and strengths.
- Practice self-compassion: Be kind and understanding towards yourself. Recognize that everyone has their own unique journey and that comparing yourself to others is not productive or fair.
- Build self-esteem: Work on developing a positive self-image and a strong sense of self-worth. Focus on your own growth and achievements, and celebrate your own successes.
- Practice acceptance: Accept that you cannot control what others have or how they live their lives. Instead, focus on accepting and embracing your own path.
- Cultivate contentment: Find satisfaction and joy in the present moment. Practice mindfulness and appreciate the simple pleasures in life.
By adopting these strategies, you can overcome envy and jealousy and create a more positive and fulfilling life. Remember that everyone’s journey is unique, and true happiness comes from within.
Identifying the Root Causes of Envy
Envy is a complex emotion that can arise from various sources. It is important to identify the root causes of envy in order to effectively overcome it and cultivate a sense of contentment and gratitude. Here are some common root causes of envy:
- Low self-esteem: Envy often stems from feelings of inadequacy or low self-worth. When we compare ourselves to others and feel that we fall short, envy can arise.
- Comparison: Constantly comparing ourselves to others can fuel envy. Whether it’s comparing our possessions, achievements, or appearance, this habit can lead to feelings of jealousy and envy.
- Lack of compassion: Envy can be a result of a lack of empathy and compassion towards others. When we are unable to genuinely feel happy for others’ success or good fortune, envy can take hold.
- Unrealistic expectations: Unrealistic expectations of ourselves and others can contribute to feelings of envy. When we hold ourselves or others to impossible standards, it can be challenging to find contentment and satisfaction.
- Ungratefulness: A lack of gratitude for what we have can lead to envy. When we focus on what we lack rather than appreciating our blessings, envy can easily arise.
- Difficulty with acceptance: Envy can stem from a struggle to accept ourselves and our circumstances. When we resist accepting who we are and what we have, envy can become a common response.
By recognizing these root causes of envy, we can take steps to overcome them. This may involve building our self-esteem, practicing compassion towards others, cultivating gratitude, setting realistic expectations, and working on accepting ourselves and our circumstances. Through these efforts, we can gradually let go of jealousy and envy, and find greater contentment in our own lives.
Social Media and Envy
Social media has become an integral part of our daily lives, allowing us to connect with friends, share experiences, and keep up with the latest trends. However, it has also become a breeding ground for envy and jealousy.
Gratitude is the key to overcoming envy on social media. Instead of comparing ourselves to others, we should focus on being grateful for what we have. Practicing gratitude helps shift our mindset from one of lack to one of abundance.
Envy arises when we compare ourselves to others and feel inadequate in comparison. It is important to remember that social media presents a curated version of people’s lives, often highlighting only the best moments. Remind yourself that what you see on social media is not the full picture.
Compassion is another powerful tool in overcoming envy. Instead of feeling jealous of others, try to empathize with their achievements and successes. Celebrate their accomplishments and use them as inspiration for your own goals.
Contentment is the antidote to jealousy. Focus on cultivating a sense of satisfaction with your own life, rather than constantly seeking validation from others. Recognize your own achievements and find fulfillment in your own journey.
It is also important to work on building self-esteem. Develop a positive self-image and cultivate self-confidence. Remember that your worth is not determined by the number of likes or followers you have on social media.
Avoiding comparison is crucial. Instead of constantly comparing yourself to others, focus on your own progress and growth. Set realistic goals for yourself and work towards them without getting caught up in the achievements of others.
Finally, limit your time on social media if you find that it is triggering feelings of envy or inadequacy. Take breaks and engage in activities that bring you joy and fulfillment. Remember that social media should enhance your life, not detract from it.
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By implementing these strategies, you can overcome envy and jealousy on social media and create a healthier relationship with technology and yourself.
Comparison and Envy
Comparison is a natural human tendency, but it can often lead to feelings of envy and jealousy. When we compare ourselves to others, we may find ourselves feeling inadequate or lacking in some way. This can negatively impact our self-esteem and overall well-being.
To overcome envy and jealousy, it’s important to focus on self-acceptance and gratitude. Instead of constantly comparing ourselves to others, we should cultivate a sense of contentment with who we are and what we have.
Here are some strategies to help overcome comparison and envy:
- Acknowledge your feelings: It’s important to recognize and acknowledge when we’re feeling envious or jealous. By acknowledging these emotions, we can begin to understand the underlying reasons behind them.
- Practice self-acceptance: Embrace your strengths and weaknesses. Remember that everyone has their own unique qualities and talents. Focus on your own personal growth and development instead of comparing yourself to others.
- Cultivate gratitude: Take time each day to reflect on the things you’re grateful for. This can help shift your mindset from one of envy to one of appreciation for what you have.
- Avoid excessive comparison: Limit your exposure to social media or other platforms that promote comparison. Remember that people often only share the highlights of their lives, and it’s not an accurate representation of reality.
- Focus on your own journey: Set goals and work towards them at your own pace. Stay focused on your own progress and achievements, rather than comparing yourself to others.
- Practice empathy: Instead of feeling resentful towards others, try to understand their journey and celebrate their successes. Cultivating empathy can help reduce feelings of envy and promote a more positive mindset.
By implementing these strategies, you can begin to overcome comparison and envy, and cultivate a greater sense of self-acceptance and contentment.

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Hello lovelies i hope your weekend is going well. It has been late nights and early mornings here in my household this weekend. While the household is still waking i thought i would duck into the computer room with my bowl of muesli and yoghurt and share with you this fortnights challenge at Scrap Africa. It is "Chipboard with a Difference" and it means you need to use some chipboard on your layout, card or altered piece, but cannot be left raw and must be altered. This challenge is hosted by the lovely Ada Nicholls. We have some amazing Guest Designers and an awesome prize!
So to tell you about our prize, we have an amazing new sponsor this month.7 Dots Studio. So you really don't want to miss playing along with this challenge! ;-) Not to mention the DT has done another amazing.!!
So onto my page this fortnight. I had a lot of trouble actually finishing it as i have been a little bit under the weather this past week gone but seem to be on the mend now :) I hate feeling yuck it just ruins everything. Not to mention my mojo :( So with that said my page turned out a fairly simple page. I used my cricut to cut my circles and my favourite stamps from Kelly Panacci. My chipboard i cut up the swirl and swiped it with Tim Holtz "Picked Raspberry" and glued Microbeads all over it. But on a plus i love the photo and the memory. My daughter turned 10 while we were holidaying in Darwin this Christmas Holidays and she had a blast. We had a big family do for her and she loved it. Not to mention she adores her Aunty Chloe who went all out for her :)
So that is it from me for now, i hope you enjoy the rest of your weekend :)

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“The Favorite” by Omar Rayyan
Dedicated to the people struggling right now, who don’t feel worth much and don’t think they’re that great. You are stronger than you know. And you are the bravest person I know.
I love it when people can make powerful stuff out of cartoons.
(Also: Remember when courage saved that girl from her abusive boyfriend/possible pimp and helped her escape to live with her female love interest?
That was cool.)
Coming home to these have made my day! Bring on the bank holiday weekend, I can’t wait to try these.
WHERE CAN I FIND THESE?!?!?!?!
I DON”T EVEN DRINK AND I WANT THESE
Audrey says “fuck your gender roles”
childhood heroes, childhood heroes everywhere
Audrey was my favorite next to Vinny.
Disks of wood
Traubeck made a computer program that photographically ‘reads’ the rings, cracks and stains as it spins and interprets the data as piano, creating music. Each disks has a distinct sound.
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How not to paint weights
Part of why I find 3D character model set-up to be so damn frustrating.
Caricatures! Good ones this week
If you don’t put at least as much energy into loving the people and things you care about as you do the things you hate, you’re gonna be unhappy.The world is a fucked up, scary place and plenty needs changin’ and rearrangin’ but don’t let hate be your guiding ideal.


A day after the Union Budget 2019 outlined plans for developing India as a hub for aircraft repair and maintenance, NITI Aayog CEO Amitabh Kant, in a tweet highlighted how a top global aircraft manufacturer now sources major ingredients for its jets from India under its ‘Make In India’ partnerships.
“Every commercial Airbus aircraft being produced today has a major ingredient of “Make in India”. Airbus has more than 45 Indian suppliers in the supply chain and uses Indian talent for design, engineering and research,” Kant tweeted.
The announcement comes a day after finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman in her budget speech said that the government will leverage India’s engineering advantage and potential to achieve self-reliance in the aviation segment by adopting suitable policy interventions for the development of the industry.
The timing of the announcement and tweet comes at a time when India was recently linked to the Boeing 737 Max software fleet controversy.
US aircraft maker Boeing has run into rough weather of late after two of its 737 Max jets crashed, in a span of less than 6 months, causing the loss of 346 lives.
The reasons for the mishap are still being investigated and the company has rolled out a fix but a Bloomberg article titled “Boeing’s 737 Max Software Outsourced to $9-an-hour Engineers” last week caused an uproar in India, as the article quoted some of Boeing’s former engineers who linked the software malfunction to quality issue arising from Boeing resorting to using outsourced work from India to cut costs.
Boeing, however, completely refuted the allegation, saying it did not rely on engineers from these companies for the Maneuvering Characteristics Augmentation (MCA) System.
HCL said it had a strong and long-standing business relationship with the Boeing but said it is not associated with any ongoing issues with 737 Max and similarly, Cyient also refuted the claim.
Helping India’s Aerospace Industry Takeoff
In the Union Budget announced yesterday, the government has proposed to hike the foreign direct investment ( FDI) limit in domestic air carriers from the existing 49%. “The government will examine suggestions of further opening up of FDI in aviation, media (animation, AVGC) and insurance sectors in consultation with all stakeholders,” Sitharaman said.
This move will help troubled airlines such as Air India and Jet Airways find buyers, with the latter having grounded its planes since 18 April due to a severe fund crunch
“As the world’s third-largest domestic aviation market, the time is ripe for India to enter into aircraft financing and leasing activities from Indian shores. This is critical to the development of self-reliant aviation industry, creating aspirational jobs in aviation finance, besides leveraging the business opportunities available in India’s financial special economic zones (SEZs), namely, International Financial Services Centre (IFSC),” Sitharaman said in her budget speech.
India is traditionally looked like a market which does not have too much sophistication when its comes to the aerospace industry but with the country being the world’s fastest-growing aviation market last year, it can use the tailwind to up its capacity.
Globally, the demand for new aircraft has increased phenomenally. Commercial aircraft sector is expected to see a growth rate of 4.8% in FY2018-19.


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Nissan plant first to earn ENERGY STAR
Published: January 29,2010
CANTON — Nissan North America’s facility in Canton is the first vehicle assembly plant to receive the 2009 ENERGY STAR from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). This is the fourth-consecutive year the Canton plant has received this distinguishing mark of energy performance that places the facility among the top 25 percent of auto assembly plants in the United States.
“It means something special when your company is connected with ENERGY STAR,” said Dan Bednarzyk, vice president, manufacturing-Canton. “That’s why we’re always proud to receive this award and will continually strive to look for new and beneficial ways to protect the environment and improve energy efficiency.”
Nissan’s ongoing energy efficiency practices at Canton include: engaging all employees in energy-management practices; installation of variable-speed electric-motor drives that match motor loads to the duty required; elimination of compressed air leaks; reducing startup and shutdown time on process equipment; and, improved controls for paint-process systems.
Nissan’s vehicle assembly plants in Smyrna, Tenn., and Canton continue to receive ENERGY STAR awards year-after-year. The plants, including Nissan’s powertrain assembly plant in Decherd have seen its energy efficiency improve by more than 30 percent, saving the company over $11.5 million per year.
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This week's edition of Professional Pensions is out now.
Download the digital version of the latest Professional Pensions print edition here.
This week's articles include:
Legislation: The PSIG has made 10 changes to its pension scams code to improve guidance for trustees, providers and administrators. Kim Kaveh looks at the updates
Saving: Auto-enrolment has boosted pension participation to cover nearly nine in 10 eligible workers, but persistent saving falls slightly. James Phillips considers the data
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Book marketing for 2021 and beyond (and other important information for writers)
April 19 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pmFree
Marketing our books has become even more challenging with Covid, but it is also a time when we can reflect on what we are doing and find more and maybe even better ways to make our books known to the people that would most want to buy and read them. This meeting will give you ideas you can implement immediately to market your books.

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Reimbursement Still Available on Organic Certification Costs
BISMARCK – Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring is reminding organic producers that they have until October 31 to apply for reimbursement for organic certification costs incurred between October 1, 2010 and September 30, 2011.
“Producers can receive 75 percent – up to $750 – reimbursement of their certifications costs,” Goehring said. “Producers who are certified by International Certification Services (ICS) or the Organic Crop Improvement Associations (OCIA) Chapters 1 and 2 of North Dakota should apply for reimbursement through their certifier. All others should contact the North Dakota Department of Agriculture.”
Goehring said that so far, 84 North Dakota producers have applied for and received a total of $59,619 under the National Organic Cost Share Program.

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The story also explains how Jacqueline’s life was changed forever. The story is extremely effective because it gets its point across by appealing to the compassionate side of the audience.
In the story, All the Missing Girls, written by Megan Miranda, the main character is Nicolette Farrell. The main setting is Nicolette’s hometown Cooley Ridge, North Carolina. In the beginning of the story, Nicolette’s gets a very vague letter from her father, saying he saw “that girl”, this letter alone is enough to make her drive from Philadelphia all the way to her father in North Carolina, but she also has to get him to sign legal paperwork and sell his house. The main problem in the book is when a girl goes missing, Annaleise Carter, 10 years after Nicolette’s best friend, Corinne Prescott, had the same thing happen to her, Nicolette has to figure out what d the night Corinne went missing. The solution is as everyone is searching for Annaleise, Nicolette's father and brother try to keep their secrets safe, Nicolette finds out what really happened the night Corinne went missing. Corinne walked out in the street, Nicolette ran her over, and her father, Patrick, covered her dead body with cement in the unfinished garage. At the end of the story after Annaleise Carter’s body is found and the investigation is over, Nicolette, her high school boyfriend, and her father all live together and the real story of what happened to Corinne, well that’s their secret.
Deej Logan was just like any normal high school girl. She woke up on her first day of school and combed her hair, picked out the “perfect” outfit and headed out the door. What she didn’t know is that after that day nothing would be the same. Nothing that day seemed to be going right. At school drama was swarming all around her, not exactly what she hoped the first day would be like. By the time the last bell of the day rang she was more than happy to get out of that school. She drove home as quickly as she could but as soon as she got home she realized that she had forgotten to pick up her sisters. “Great.” She thought sarcastically as she sat back down in her car and drove off. Just then she pulled out her phone to message one of her friends about her awful day. That one decision changed everything. Before she had a chance to send the message Deej veered off into oncoming traffic and was killed on impact.
Brief Plot Summary: Lily Melissa Owens, a fourteen-year-old white girl, lives on a peach farm with her father, T. Ray, who is both neglectful and abusive. Lily has a guilty secret, She believes she shot and killed her mother, Deborah, when she was younger, because of a pesky memory of what she thinks was the day she killed her mother. Lily has a housekeeper named Rosaleen, who has cared for Lily for years. When Rosaleen watches President Johnson sign the Civil Rights Act on television, she decides she will register to vote. On the way to register they run into some trouble that winds Rosaleen in jail. When T. Ray comes to pick Lily up from the police station, he is angry, and yells at her for such stupid behavior. Once home, Lily stands up to her father during an argument, and T. Ray hurts her by saying that ten years ago her mother was only coming back to get her clothes, and that she had planned to abandon Lily. But Lily isn 't sure if she believes her father, and she plans to escape, leaving behind her abusive father and finding a way to free Rosaleen.
Wildwood is a story written by a writer named Junot Diaz. This story mainly focuses about a young girl called Lola. Lola lives in New Jersey with her single mother, and her brother called Oscar until she moves to her grandmother’s place. This little girl has a miserable relationship with her mother. Three things are important to Lola’s life: being responsible, being independent, and showing love to her grandmother.
Drew Jaymes is Peach Valley, Georgia’s bad boy. Orphaned at a young age and raised by his aunt. His dream of racing his passion, until he met a young woman with bright aqua eyes. One summer with her, his whole life changed. Nicole Bennett was part of a founding family of Peach Valley. A grandmother that was cold in life, yet was the only family she had once her parents had died in a car accident when she was a child of five. Her young life was spent in an all-girls school in Great Britain. Returning to Peach Valley before heading off to university, she met and fell in love with Drew and lost her innocence and her heart. Believing Drew’s love wasn’t real, she ran off to university and left Peach Valley, never wanting to return. Eleven years
Summary: Janie Crawford is a southern African-American woman who grows up under the care of her grandmother. Janie’s mother has her at seventeen and soon after Janie’s birth she becomes a drinker and stays out late until she leaves for good. Janie’s Nanny’s background of slavery makes her push Janie to be someone she could not be during her days. Nanny urges Janie to marry Logan Killicks. Janie is not in love with Logan, but Nanny and others push Janie to marry him. Janie thinks if she marries him, then she will start loving him. However, a marriage not built on the foundation of love will not last. While Janie struggles with her relationship with her husband, “she knew now that marriage did not make love. Janie’s first dream was dead, so she became a woman (24). Janie’s marriage with Logan diminishes her idea of a loving and romantic relationship. Janie spends a little over a year with Logan under miserable conditions, until she marries Joe Starks not long after. Mr. and Mrs. Starks move to a new town where they meet friendly townspeople. Not long after, Joe
Ever since the age of three, Claireece Precious Jones suffered from sexual abuse from her father. Her mother knew about her husband raping her daughter be did nothing to stop and save her daughter from this man. Rather than taking out her anger on her husband she beats Precious until she is black and blue and accuses her for stealing her man. After the only man in their life leaves, the abuse does not stop it gets worse. Her mother begins to sexually abuse Precious as well and forces her to perform sexual acts on her.
Maya has a school assignment and needs to write about a person she would love to know better, she thinks about her biological parents but realizes that knows nothing about them. A.J and Amelia helped Maya figuring out a topic. Maya writes a figurative story about her mom, and her paper got elected for a story contest which she did not win. A.J feels disappointed, and wonders how she did not win. Lambianse dates with A.J's sister in law Ismay, and discovers that she had stolen Tamerlane. At the same time, A.J got to know that had developed a brain cancer that compromises his speaking ability. A.J got struck by the news and knew that had no money for the surgery, but Lambianse managed to convince Ismay returning Tamerlane anonymously. A.J
It was an average day for the Jones family of Rockroad Drive. Laura and Billy Mr. and Mrs. Jones’s two youngest children were playing Soccer outside while their older sister Anna was in her room practicing her gymnastics and writing a new song for her band, The Galactic Wonders, to play at the upcoming school dance. Mr. Jones was downstairs watching the Dallas Cowboys on their flat screen television while Mrs. Jones was outside watching Laura and Billy play Soccer helping keep score when all of a sudden they heard a humongous squeal from Anna’s room. Mr. Jones ran up the steps as fast as he could to only find out that she had fallen off her bed while practicing her back tuck for gymnastics class and had probably broken her arm in
“Who killed your parents Jackie? What is going on!”, I yelled as I realized I was so out of the loop. This was all too much for one moment. First the gash on her neck and now I find out her parents are dead. I started to wonder if she was crazy, how could they be dead and she just wanted to run away? Something had to be wrong, this could not be happening.
When I opened this novel, I didn’t expect to get so sucked into the story that I stayed up way past what was appropriate considering my approaching early morning road trip - but that is the power that Barnes holds over me, and she has since Raised By Wolves. Tess and her sister have had a complicated relationship since her sister stopped contacting her years ago. But now, she’s back, and dragging Tess along to live with her in her DC house. Soon, Tess learns from her classmates that her sister is considered a “fixer”- she fixes things like permanent records, arrests, and other bad situations using her pleathera of contacts and secrets to get things going. Tess doesn’t admire her sister’s career, but she feels herself falling into the role of the high school fixer, until the secrets get deeper and more dangerous than she bargained for.
Malloy is so excited to be fully part of the Beta Gamma Pi she believed that her life couldn’t get worse because she has a happy and proud mom and a lot of girl that are part the sorority and they treat her like a sister. A loving father and a loving boyfriend that is in the NFL. Malloy woke up on a bright monday morning by a phone call. The person on the phone was her boyfriend ex-girlfriend, and ex-baby mommy Sharon calling to hang out because they didn't have school in the morning. Malloy said okay because Sharon and her made up and Sharon finally understand that Kade don’t want her and started getting ready while getting ready there is a knock at the door and it’s her boyfriend Kade she so excited and hug him. During their hug she she smell a flower perfume on him but he decide not to jump to conclusion. She told Kade she was hanging out with Sharon and he said okay and kis her and she taste and smell strawberry on his lip. After he was gone she went back to getting ready but she couldn’t stop think about how Kade smell like he been with another girl. Arriving at the store that Sharon text her to meet her there she step out the car and saw Sharon in her car texting some that started with a ‘K’ but she didn’t see anything after that so she knocked on the window and Sharon jump like she was hiding something. Stepping out the car Sharon put her phone in her bag and brought it with her then she gave me a hug and i could smell
Quiet and emotionally exhausted, Naomi and Obasan retreat to bed. Naomi wakes and comes across a package from Aunt Emily, her mother’s sister. She reflects on Aunt Emily’s energetic crusades against racism, and for the remembrance and documentation of what happened to Japanese-Canadians during World War II. Naomi begins reflecting upon her childhood, beginning with her family’s beloved house in Vancouver. Significantly, she recalls her young self releasing chicks into a cage with a hen, not realizing the hen would peck the chick to death. Moreover, her neighbor Old Man Gower repeatedly molested Naomi when she was only four years old.
Cammie Miller has lost everyone close to her. Her dad was shot when she was 12 and her mom died when she was 17 from breast cancer. After her mom dies, Cammie refuses to go into an orphanage and runs away. Then she gets an old apartment and lies about her age to rent it out.


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Huawei unveiled intentions to invest $100 million in Asia-Pacific start-ups over the next three years, seeking to boost the developer ecosystem in the region through its Huawei Mobile Services (HMS) and cloud offerings.
At its Huawei Cloud Spark Founders Summit, the company stated the move will aim to support 1,000 start-ups in Indonesia, the Philippines, Sri Lanka and Vietnam, as part of its Spark accelerator programme launched in Singapore, Hong Kong, Malaysia and Thailand in 2020.
The programme was created to provide support platforms for start-ups with the help of local authorities, incubators, venture capitalists and academia.
Huawei also launched an initiative for cloud-plus-cloud collaboration which it expressed confidence will encourage innovation, business ecosystems, and global and local services. It will be boosted by $40 million, coming in equal portions from its Cloud unit and HMS.
It also planned to build an HMS Developer Innovation Centre in cooperation with more than 200 universities in the region, to offer support to 100,000 HMS cloud-native developers.
“In 2021, our plan is to support 200 start-ups in the HMS ecosystem, and share our network of channel resources with developers worldwide who together serve 1 billion Huawei device users”, Zhang Ping’an, CEO of Huawei’s cloud business unit (pictured), commented.
The company said its HMS platform was the third-largest mobile app ecosystem globally, with 4.5 million developers from more than 170 countries currently using it.

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Residencial Pousada Do Mar Azul
Residencial Pousada Do Mar Azul apartment provides guests with free self parking and a safety deposit box. The apartment provides airport transfer, tour/ticket assistance and ironing service.
Cachoeira do Bom Jesus Beach can be reached in 30 minutes on foot. The property is a 10-minute walk from the coffee shop Vicios e Virtudes.
The apartment provides rooms featuring complimentary wireless internet, climate control, cable TV with on-demand movies, a wardrobe and high ceiling. A marble bathroom offers a hairdryer, free toiletries and towels.
Guests can benefit from a kitchen fitted with a microwave, a fridge, a stove and a cooktop.
Hercilio Luz airport can be reached in 35 minutes by car.
This property features a terrace, ensuring optimum comfort.

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HUAWEI Nova 5T 8+128GB AI Quad Camera Ultra Wide Lens Smartphone
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48 MP (f/1.8 aperture AF) + 16 M (f/2.2 aperture FF) + 2 M (f/2.4 aperture FF) + 2 M (f/2.4 aperture FF), supports autofocus (phase focus, contrast focus).
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Carrer del Primer de Maig, 9, Molins de Rei, Spanien
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With a convenient location and great road and rail access to the very centre of Barcelona, the hotel is ideal for those visiting the area for business or for leisure.
The Express by Holiday Inn Molins de Rei is situated just 15 km away from the city centre, the exhibition centre and 12 km from the airport. Conveniently close to all of the area’s main motorways (the A2, AP-2 and AP-7), the hotel has excellent road access to Barcelona and all of the surrounding area. There is also a frequent train service, providing excellent access to the very centre of the city. With clean, comfortable accommodation and great transport links to Barcelona and the surrounding area, the hotel is a great choice, whatever your reason for visiting the region. ... 111 Hotellrum; Hotel; hotel chain: Holiday Inn Express from € 42.00 ...
Rum: Family Room (2 adults + 2 children), Standard Double or Twin Room, Triple Room.
Rooms at Hotel Calasanz have free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV. The hotel is in Molins de Rei and offers easy access to Barcelona via the nearby E-90 motorway.
The hotel is set just 13 kilometres from Barcelona El Prat Airport. There are regular buses and trains to Barcelona from Molins de Rei Station.
Private parking is offered on site, at an additional cost.
The Calasanz’s restaurant offers typical Catalan cuisine. There is also a tour desk and a bar.
All rooms at the hotel have air conditioning and heating. A free bottle of cava is also offered for weekend stays. ... 24 Hotellrum; Hotel; from € 35.00 ...


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Sunday, November 06, 2016
Media Release: The City Marathon debuts in the HCMC RUN 2017
The date is set! HCMC Run – The City Marathon 2017 will take place on January 15, 2017 at Phu My Hung. This year a new distance, 42Km, will be launched together with the staple 5Km, 10Km and 21Km distances. For the first time after 25 years, a full distance marathon, organized by Pulse Active, will be ran in Ho Chi Minh City.
After 4 years of successful organization, the event has been more than just a race; it has become an icon that the citizens of Ho Chi Minh City are proud of. The HCMC Run attracts a wide demographic, ranging from children to adults, sport enthusiasts to elite athletes, and locals to tourists. There has been a regular annual increase in the number of Vietnamese participants. Most of them participate in the run by signing up for the 5km distance, which is considered as the perfect combination of sport and fun for first timers.
Many companies also use the run as a form of team building activity to enhance team spirit in an exciting and energetic atmosphere.
It is interesting to note that the Vietnamese runners are evolving at the same rhythm as the race. We clearly observe a trend in which Vietnamese runners are moving from the friendly shorter distances to more competitive longer distances. Over the last year, there has been many requests and calls for a full marathon distance, Pulse Active has heeded their call and will be ready for this in the upcoming HCMC Run – The City Marathon 2017.
The organizer of the marathon, Pulse Active, is a pioneer in the sports events industry. It has organized many Sport, Lifestyle and Entertainment events in Vietnam ranging from the competitive (DaNang International Marathon and Challenge Vietnam) to the recreational fun runs (Color Me Run and The PRISMA). The number of participants for the events goes up to 15,000 runners for the Color Me Run.
By organizing and hosting different sports events, Pulse Active envisions to build up the sports community in Vietnam as well grow sports tourism for the country. In addition to the increase of the number of participants, the events have also lead to a positive impact on the behavior of sports and sportswear market. For example, the sportswear industry records a strong value growth of 11%, which helped reach VND5.678 billion in sales in
Apart of from the sports and sportswear industry, there has also been a positive impact on sports tourism of Vietnam. The HCMC Run attracts around 7,000 participants every year, 36% of which is comprised of foreigners and tourists traveling from all over the globe. Pulse Active estimates that there has been an economic impact of between $10-$12 Million in 2016 due to the three international competitive events it organized.
“We are proud to bring a Marathon to Ho Chi Minh City and we see it as our mission to contribute to a healthier and more active sporting community, as well as to the tourism and sport development of our country. The HCMC Run – The City Marathon 2017 is akin to its host city – Dynamic, Active and Full of Energy, and this is what we aim to show the world”, said Mr. Bady Pham, Managing Director of Pulse Active.
This race is planned as a 2-day event with the Warm-Up Day and Kid's Dash on the 14th and the Marathon itself taking place on the 15th of January 2017. With the addition of the new full distance marathon, HCMC Run – The City Marathon 2017 expects to attract many runners from all over the world and is envisioned to become a must-do marathon in the South East Asian Region.
For more info and registration, please click http://hcmcrun.com/


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Today we’re taking another look at the Our Daily Bread designs Mid September Release! Don’t you love the flower images & fabulous flower & border dies? I know I do!
My card today is all about the dies & mostly black & white with just a touch of pale aqua in the flowers & large background. A long while back, I made some backgrounds on black card stock by placing some drywall mesh across it (it’s sticky on the back side, like magic mesh), then brayering over it using white acrylic paint. I used one of these for my middle layer & for the leaves & flower centers. I used one of the Leafy Edged Border dies to divide the white panel & add a little interest.
The flowers were all die cut out of white, shaped a little, then the centers sponged with tumbled glass Distress ink. The greeting was die cut out of the Chalkboard paper collection & the largest background is from the Shabby Rose paper collection. Here’s a look at the inside.
|Paper: Neenah white, black, dp (ODBD Chalkboard & Shabby Rose collections)
|Ink: Distress Ink tumbled glass
|Accessories: ODBD Pretty Posies, Flourished Star Pattern,Leafy Edged Border, Vintage Flourish Pattern, Vintage Label dies, Spellbinders A2 matting basics A & B, brayer, white acrylic paint, drywall mesh
Please be sure to stop by and visit all of the DT Blogs for more inspiration!


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Does anyone knows how to use vst effects that can produce midi cc according to the velocity of the audio signal?
i’ve tried effects like “auto midi cc” and “gatefish”. In gatefish i could see that the plugin changes its output value but i don’t know to which midi device the cc values are routed. i set the default midi device in windows but still no success. is it possible to use these plugins with renoise?
thanks for your replies…
You can use the velocity device in Renoise to control any CC parameter of the MIDI CC device but if you really want to have a random CC message generated, this is a different piece of cake.
As far as i can see what GateFish supposed to do, it also applies velocity measures to a CC parameter. Though the way that plugin works is not supported by Renoise. But if that is what you want, then just combine the Velocity Device with the MIDI CC device, they will work out the same.
thanks for your answer.
but it’s not quite correct. gatefish uses the velocity of the entire audio signal to generate cc messages.
the renoise velocity device responds only on velocity values in the volume or effect column. so if i have a large sample, the velocity device triggers only once at the beginning and gatefish triggers continously according to the signal level…
and that’s what i want, not just random cc messages but a midi-cc-peak-meter…
The velocity device also responds to the velocity valued supplied by your midi synth, not just the volume or effect column.
But i understand what you desire.
This audio-feed related is not supported yet. If you can’t connect the GateFish to a specific midi-channel, the plugin will be pretty useless in Renoise.
AFAICS, the plugin tries to feed an instrument on the track itself, while VST effects and VST instruments in renoise are fully separated in control. Only the MIDICC, Automate Device and some specific instrument linking devices can be used in that matter.
have you tried a midi loopback like midi-yoke?
midi-yoke is not vista compatible but i’ve installed maple midi.
but as long as it is not possible to specify to which midi device the plugin should send the cc messages i can’t get it working…

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