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As a brand that prides itself on quality craftsmanship and timeless aesthetic, Georg Jensen is renowned for its unique jewellery, watches and homeware. With a wealth of knowledge spanning more than a century, Georg Jensen pieces are devised around values of integrity, authenticity and sleek Danish design.
Proudly holding a royal warrant from the Danish Royal Court, the iconic brand puts Danish values at the forefront of each piece; designed to evoke the simplicity of life through the notion of clean water, fresh air and unique light found in the Nordic region.
Our expert jewellers here at David M Robinson have put together a complete guide, which explores the rich history of the brand, whist highlighting the multitude of collections ranging from understated sophistication to bold individuality.
Founded by the namesake silversmith, Georg Jensen, the brand was established in Copenhagen in 1904 with a mission to enrich everyday life through the inspiration of nature. Georg grew up close to the forest and lakes north of the city, which sparked his admiration of nature, which would go on to become his muse. As a core source of inspiration, symbols of the natural world weave a common thread throughout each of his pieces, both then and now.
As someone who once said: “Do not follow fashion, but be guided by the present.”, Georg’s ethos was to spread joy and elegance through a unique combination of craftsmanship, functionality and artistic aesthetics. His philosophy was to create innovative designs that are both beautiful and practical, in order to satisfy one’s needs and desires.
Distinguishing features of the brand focus around delightful impressions of nature, alongside impeccable craftsmanship and Scandinavian design sensibility. Here, we explore current collections to give you a sense of their style and symbolism.
A contemporary reworking of Georg Jensen designs of yesteryear, Moonlight Grapes offers a nod to the Art Nouveau motif from the archive. Reworked and reinterpreted, this collection combines traditional heritage and unique modernity with striking results.
Serving as an emotional reminder to always be compassionate, the Mercy collection showcases fine pieces that gently wrap around your fingers, neck and ears. Exuding style and simplicity, the caressing design suggests the fluid nature of time and the unpredictability of fate.
The epitome of Scandinavian design, the Torun collection is the perfect example of legendary designer Vivianna Torun Bülow-Hübe’s unconventional yet beautiful work. With the notion of two halves being stronger together, each piece offers a true symbolism of love and unity.
Capturing the carefree nature of the humble flower, Daisy speaks to the spirited, young-at-heart seeking fresh contemporary pieces with a feminine finish.
As the name suggests, Offspring symbolises the true power of relationships between mother and daughter, siblings and life-long friends. The intricate interlocking suggests unbreakable bonds and solidarity.
Exploring endless combinations of precious metals, Fusion allows you to tell your own stories with jewellery. The mix of elements help create a narrative about love past, present and future.
Presenting a timeless chain design with a striking avant-garde finish, the Reflect collection by Jacqueline Rabun for Georg Jensen offers true modern-day classic pieces.
Inspired by the mathematical symbol for Infinity, Regitze Overgaard’s sculptural forms express eternal love in a powerful, wearable artform.
Celebrating the beauty of the perfect arc, Regitze Overgaard’s bold and sculptural Curve collection exudes stunning simplicity. Minimalist and organic, this collection is a fine example of understated, Scandinavian sophistication.
Delightfully delivering uncomplicated luxury, the Halo collection from Sophie Bille Brahe provides a sense of natural beauty and effortless elegance. The delicate diamond-encrusted halos are inspired by the transcendental Nordic night sky, together with the glow that surrounds the moon.
When it comes to selecting the perfect Georg Jensen ring for you, it’s important to be mindful of your personal style, preferred precious metal and the narrative in which you’d like to tell. From understated Scandinavian style to bold individuality, the eclectic range of Georg Jensen rings will captivate those with timeless tendencies and the colourful expressionists alike.
Here, our jewellery experts at DMR have handpicked a trio of Georg Jensen rings that best highlight the sheer individuality and timeless aesthetic design of each piece.
Offspring Yellow Gold Ring
This yellow gold version of the Georg Jensen Offspring ring boasts the signature oval shape on which designer Jacqueline Rabun based her entire collection.
Fusion White Gold Diamond Ring
This beautiful 18 carat white gold ring is highlighted by bursts of pavé set brilliant cut diamonds, and has one fluid uneven edge which allows it to interlock seamlessly with other rings in the Fusion collection.
Moonlight Grapes Rose Gold Ring
The Moonlight Grapes ring is expertly crafted from 18 carat rose gold with a series of beads that elegantly twist around the finger.
Click HERE to discover more rings from the Georg Jensen collection.
Ranging from classic necklaces to contemporary pendants, the Georg Jensen jewellery collection comprises neckwear to delicately dress your décolleté to designs a little more daring in nature. Whether you prefer traditional yellow gold and silver necklaces or opt for modern-day classics such as white gold and rose gold, each piece has been thoughtfully devised with natural Scandinavian beauty at the forefront.
Fusion White Gold Diamond Pendant
This charming necklace from the ever-popular Fusion collection is carefully crafted from 18-carat white gold with an incredible diamond set pendant.
Mercy Yellow Gold Diamond Necklace
Inspired by the passage of time, with the break in the circle perhaps representing a pause for thought, this necklace is crafted from 18 carat yellow gold with a stunning diamond pendant.
Sterling Silver and Enamel Daisy Pendant
This pendant, designed in collaboration with Stine Goya, beautifully reimagines Georg Jensen’s iconic Daisy collection from the 1940s, with a fresh contemporary touch.
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Whether dainty drop earrings are your thing or you prefer contemporary ear cuffs, the wide selection of Georg Jensen earrings will have you covered. From understated studs and classic earhoops to dazzling diamond-encrusted works of art, Georg Jensen earrings represent Scandinavian simplicity entwined with style and symbolism.
Offspring Rose Gold Earrings
Beautifully crafted from 18ct rose gold, the organic shape of these stylish earrings exudes sophistication and class.
Mercy Sterling Silver Hoop Earrings
These stunning earrings are formed from a single thread of sterling silver, which is then bent to form a beautiful sleek curve.
Fusion Gold and Diamond Earhoops
Different colours of gold are weaved together with diamonds to reflect the wearer’s individuality.
Click HERE to view all Georg Jensen earrings.
Transform your living space into a tranquil Nordic retreat with the Georg Jenson homeware collection. Whether you’re on the hunt for your next investment piece or looking for wedding or new home gift inspiration, the Georg Jensen home pieces put an artistic flair of everyday objects to enrich their purpose and perception.
Cobra Floor Candle Holder
The famous and ever popular Cobra candleholder is guaranteed to add a strong design element to any living space.
Stainless Steel Wine Cooler
Add some sophistication to your next dinner party with this impressive wine cooler. The double layered steel ensures your wine maintains its temperature for as long as possible.
Legacy Stainless Steel Picture Frame
Immortalise those special memories with this stand-out picture frame. Crafted from stainless steel, it has a mirror-polished finish and can be used both horizontally and vertically.
Bernadotte Dish On Stand
The expert design team at Georg Jensen was inspired by the work of Sigvard Bernadotte when creating this captivating centrepiece.
Click HERE to discover more gifts and homeware from the Georg Jensen collection.
Now that we’ve explored the rich history and timeless Danish jewellery and homeware Georg Jensen has to offer, our inspiration doesn’t just stop there. So that you can get a true feel for the brand, we invite you to book a personal consultation with one of our expert David M Robinson jewellers. Here, you’ll be able to see the stunning pieces up, close and personal, as we guide you through the stunning George Jensen rings, necklaces, earrings and homeware.
Exclusively at DMR’s Altrincham showroom, our helpful experts stand ready to introduce you to Georg Jensen’s extensive collection.
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Provenance: from the archive of NASA scientist and occult book collector Ralph Donaldson.
An untitled, undated striking photograph of Annie Besant. This is a known image of Besant, which I believe was taken in 1920. The print has an unusual deep matte finish, in a sepia hue.
Some very faint droplet stains to surface, and some light rubbing to margins. and a couple faint creases. Very good. Item #30182

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Kiss FM Berlin choose Wisebuddah again for new sound
German CHR station, Kiss FM in Berlin, have once again entrusted the production of their new station sound to London production company Wisebuddah.
Wisebuddah and Kiss FM have now partnered together on the station’s audio branding for over 10 years and the new package marks a modern upgrade on their cool, contemporary sound.
The new package retains both the station’s heritage, impactful, Wisebuddah sonic logo and renowned ‘Der Beat Von Berlin’ strapline and is made up of 10 bespoke station IDs, a fresh Morning Show theme, and a new Information Suite.
Phil Tozer, Managing Director, Wisebuddah: “Working closely with Kiss FM for over a decade has been an incredible journey, and we are excited to continue shaping their audio identity.
Our latest collaboration represents a step forward in modernising their signature sound while celebrating the station’s renowned elements – a testament to our enduring partnership, and commitment to delivering impactful audio branding for Kiss FM.”
York Strempel, Program Director, Kiss FM Berlin: “We are really happy to have worked with Wisebuddah again – the quality and creativity simply convinces every time!”
Head to www.wisebuddah.com to hear the full Kiss FM Berlin package, along with recently completed new Wisebuddah sounds for BBC Newsbeat (United Kingdom), Europe 2 (France), Hitradio Ö3 (Austria) and Radio 10 (The Netherlands).


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Skyway Man is the intricate, ufology-informed, delectably hazy folk futurism project of lauded musician James Wallace (of Nashville’s James Wallace & the Naked Light.) In 2017, Wallace released the sprawling Skyway Man double LP Seen Comin’ From a Mighty Eye (Yewknee Records), a project whose conceptual nature is difficult to articulate but a lot of fun to listen to.
WOUB’s Emily Votaw spoke to Wallace about a duo of beautiful Skyway Man music videos, his hopes for performing at the 2019 Nelsonville Music Festival, and, much to Votaw’s delight and surprise, the region’s most celebrated enigma, Mothman.
he Nelsonville Music Festival takes place on Robbins Crossing in Nelsonville June 6-9. Tickets are available now at nelsonvillefest.org.

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MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (ABP) — Mike Smith, pastor of First Baptist Church in Murfreesboro, Tenn., received an anonymous letter this summer asking him to warn his congregation that a proposed new mosque near the city was part of “a long-range plan to destroy Western civilization as we know it.”
Since he didn’t know who sent the letter, he decided to respond publicly in his personal blog.
“I’ve never had much use for anonymous letters, but this one got under my skin,” he said in part. “To tell the truth, the letter saddened me. It’s not every day I find so much fear and miscomprehension packed into one page of type!”
Fear and faith have divided residents of this rapidly growing community 30 miles southeast of Nashville — previously best-known for its role in Civil War history and as home to Middle Tennessee State University — since the Islamic Center of Murfreesboro bought roughly 15 acres of land last November to build a mega-church-style mosque facility just outside the city limits.
Permitted under a state law enacted in 2009 to make it easier to build churches without interference by local zoning boards, the action set off a wave of protests from citizens voicing concerns ranging from traffic and environmental impact to where a relatively small Muslim community expects to receive funding for a 53,000-square-foot complex that eventually would include a new mosque, multipurpose and educational facilities, gym and athletic fields.
“To go from a small operation to a massive complex, it certainly gives one rise to question where the funds for such an operation occurred,” said Dusty Ray, the pastor of the independent Heartland Baptist Church. “From the numbers that they say that they have, it makes one wonder what the actual intent is, and because of the history involved and the thousands of years that we have to study on this, we do certainly, I think, have reason to be concerned.”
Since a similar controversy arose in New York over construction of the so-called Ground Zero Mosque, Murfreesboro’s mosque controversy has received national attention. In mid-August, televangelist Pat Robertson weighed in on "The 700 Club."
“I don’t think we should interfere with the free worship of God by any group, but ladies and gentlemen, this isn’t just religious,” Robertson said. “It just isn’t. You mark my word, if they start bringing thousands and thousands of Muslims into that relatively rural area, next thing you know, they are going to be taking over the city council. Then they are going to be having an ordinance that calls for public prayer five times a day. Then they are going to be having ordinances that there have to be facilities for foot-washing in all the public restrooms and all the airport facilities.
“Before long, they are going to demand, demand, demand, and little by little, the citizens of Murfreesboro or whatever little town it is are going to be cowed by these people — not to mention their ability to bribe folks. I don’t know whether anybody’s getting a payoff, but it’s entirely possible.”
Another segment on the same program interviewed opponents of the Murfreesboro mosque.
“It does seem to be part of a larger strategy to build large mosques in rural areas and create Islamic communities, large Islamic communities, in rural areas for some larger purpose,” said Rebecca Bynum, publisher for New English Review and formerly news editor and board member of Jihad Watch.
Laurie Cardoza Moore, president of the pro-Israel group Proclaiming Justice to the Nations, offered an explanation of what makes Murfreesboro attractive to Muslims.
“We have the Bible book publishers,” she said. “You have Christian book publishers. You have Christian music headquartered here. So, this is where the gospel message goes out.”
Later Moore was interviewed on Comedy Central’s "The Daily Show."
“This has nothing to do with religion,” she said of the mosque controversy. “It’s about stopping the advancement of radical Islam in the United States of America.”
Muslims “believe that Jews and the Christians are the infidels and they are, according to the Quranic teachings, supposed to be killed,” she said.
Moore went on to claim that “Islam is a political system of global domination,” that 30 percent of Muslims are terrorists and there are already 35 training camps in America.
“We know we’ve got a huge terrorist network here in Tennessee,” she said. “The Nashville Islamic Center appears to be the mother ship.”
While heated, most of the debate so far has been civil, but there have been acts of violence.
In January, someone vandalized a sign at the future mosque site by spray painting it with “Not Welcome.” The Islamic Center of Murfreesboro labeled it an “effort to gain publicity and sway public opinion towards stereotyping views against Muslims.”
A second sign vandalism occurred in June, when someone slashed the sign reading “Future Site of Islamic Center of Murfreesboro” in two.
Early Aug. 28, four pieces of heavy construction equipment on the site were doused with accelerant and set ablaze. Federal officials are investigating the suspicious fire as a possible hate crime.
“It’s still a little mind-boggling,” Camie Ayash, a stay-at-home mom and the mosque’s spokesperson, told Time magazine. “It seems like the community is very accepting of us as individuals; when I take my kids to school, I don’t run into any prejudice because I cover my hair, but the concept of Islam overall makes people nervous because of 9/11.”
Smith, the pastor of First Baptist Church, reminded his congregation their Muslim neighbors are U.S. citizens entitled to freedom of religion, and Christians should treat all people, including those of other faith traditions, with respect.
“Our nation is at war with terrorists, wherever they may be found. We are not at war with a religion,” Smith wrote.
“Christianity is not at war with any other religion. Instead, we are called to minister to others through prayer, worship, teaching and good works. We should trust God with the world and seek only to be faithful in the tasks God has given us.”
Bob Allen is senior writer for Associated Baptist Press.
Read more New Voice stories:
• Fear not, Jesus said — but some Christians still do
• Living in the midst of fear challenging but possible, church leaders insist
• Opinion: An inevitable test of Christian faith

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text: A protester who was arrested and released by police on the same day twice this month says officers intimidated him during his detention at a Sunday rally. Billy Chiu Hin-chung was protesting with about 200 fellow advocates for the city’s autonomy at Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying’s town hall meeting in Kwun Tong on Sunday when he was held for trying to break away from the cordoned demonstration area. I was inciting the public when I raised my hands, and I was trying to grab a gun from a policeman when I lowered my hands – the police can arrest me either way protester Billy Chiu Hin-chung Chiu said he was detained by the police for an “unnecessarily long time” and that during the nine hours he was held one officer tried to intimidate him into fighting him. He believed it was an attempt to “find an excuse” to charge him with assaulting a police officer. Chiu was arrested on August 4 for “attempting to grab a police gun” during a protest supporting primary teacher Alpais Lam Wai-sze – an incident later clarified by police as “a misunderstanding”. A police statement said both arrests were made based on “reasonable suspicion” and accusations against the police for indiscriminate arrest were “unfounded”. It said Chiu was released on Sunday because he refused to accept any form of release on bail, and that he was warned of a possible arrest or charge against him in future. “I was inciting the public when I raised my hands, and I was trying to grab a gun from a policeman when I lowered my hands – the police can arrest me either way,” Chiu said on Wednesday. “[By arresting me,] the police were trying to exhaust the activists’ willpower and convince us that showing up at protests would not change anything.” Chiu said he had already sent a letter to Police Commissioner Andy Tsang Wai-hung demanding a public apology from him.


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Produced by Lynher Dairies in Cornwall, an award winning semi-hard cheese wrapped in nettles. Yielding a yummy, creamy, lemony flavour, Cornish Yarg is soft on the outside and wonderfully crumbly in the middle. The outer, edible nettles look fantastic on a cheeseboard, keep the cheese moist whilst adding a delicate hint of mushroom earthiness to the creaminess near the rind.
Directions for Use
Wrap in wax paper, store below 8 degrees, serve at room temperature.
It's all about the Nettles!
Foraged from local hedgerows and fields in spring, then frozen to ensure a year long supply. Nettle wrapped cheese goes back centuries. The leaves, which attract naturally occurring moulds, are brushed onto the cheese in concentric circles. Each "nettler" has their own style and they alone can identify each other's handiwork. As the cheese matures, the edible wrap imparts a delicate, mushroomy taste and develops its unique bloomy white appearance.
Pastuerised Cows' milk, salt, nettle leaves, DVI starter culture, vegetarian rennet, calcium chloride, penicillium candidum
250g to 1 kg
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Often xenografts or subcutaneous tumors in mice are used in oncology research. Traditionally their volume growth has been monitored by using a mechanical caliper. Recently technological evolution and the increase in computing power have facilitated the development of new devices. The Peira TM900 is such an innovative device for tumor volume measurement and monitoring. It is a lightweight handheld instrument that makes a direct optical 3D measurement of the tumor volume. It does so by acquiring a stereoscopic image and reconstructing the 3D shape of the tumor. Therefor it allows a direct 3D capture of the volume. A tumor image, its 3D shape and all geometrical data are automatically calculated and stored. The system includes database, data management and processing software and can be complemented with a weight scale. The more recent version of the instrument is the Budetec TM900v2, www.budetec.be . (Click for more information TM900v2).


to South Africa, Dr Martin Schäfer, on a guided tour through Durban. The means of transport was an old VW combi, flashing in the colours of the German flag: black-red-gold (yellow).
In the peaceful ambience of Durban's rooftop-garden, the ambassador related to the Khwezi listeners in an interview how he became the ambassador, to which countries he has already been and what duties he has to fulfil in representing Germany. He also said that it was fascinating to watch South Africa coping with its many challenges so far; in fact, it could be an example to the whole world how different races and religions could live together in harmony if the problems are tackled and solved successfully.
Afterwards the ambassador was given a power point presentation on the development of Durban and future plans by the Architecture Department of the municipality of Ethekwini (Durban).
Photos and report: Daniel Wunderlich


Avant UK – Versatility at Its Best
Reflecting the needs of the market, Avant has pioneered the most versatile compact loaders in the world, turning a hard job into a joy.
The Finnish company, established in 1991, has created a truly global footprint. In the three decades of its existence, Avant has manufactured more than 70,000 loaders at its manufacturing plant in Ylöjärvi, Finland. The company has sales offices in the US, UK, Germany and Brazil, and sales partners in more than 65 countries.
Starting with a product that answered local farmers’ needs for versatility and flexibility, the company soon moved to developing machines for other sectors such as landscaping, green area maintenance, horse stables, and private use.
“The business is still owned by the Kakela family, now joined by the second generation, and that family attitude marks all our business relations,” says Raimo Ala-Korpi, Managing Director of Avant UK, based in Norfolk. “International teams, dealers as well as clients come to visit the factory in Finland, and the company owners often come to meet the teams abroad as well as the clients, keeping their finger on the pulse. That spirit of partnership also marks our work in the UK.”
For pastures green
The Finnish company started trading in the UK in the early 1990s and the official subsidiary was incorporated in Thetford, Norfolk in 1999. First located in a garage, the business gradually took off as the traditional English market started to see the benefits of the small, compact machine.
“We sell a concept – a machine that can be used for moving pallets today and for cutting the hedge tomorrow. With the range of attachments available for purchase or hire, one machine can do a lot of jobs. Multi-functional loaders were a new product in the UK market at that time, but even if progress was slow, today the UK ranks amongst Avant’s top five markets together with Finland, the US, Germany and the Netherlands,” Mr Ala-Korpi points out, who himself came to the UK as Avant’s Managing Director in 2014 to help develop the business further.
It goes without saying that human resources have been key to the company’s growth, specifically in new markets. A focus on finding the right people, as well as on strong partnerships, has paid dividends throughout the turmoil of Brexit and the Covid-19 pandemic, Mr Ala-Korpi admits. “Only with the right people and the right partners that create value for our clients and the whole value chain can a company truly succeed in finding solutions, which otherwise would not be possible due to a lack of expertise, technology or manpower.”
“In this context, I must mention DSV, the global transport and logistics specialists, which has executed smooth deliveries before and after Brexit in a timely manner, a crucial factor for our clients. On the financial side, partnering with Clear Business Finance was highly beneficial for finding the best financial solutions for our dealers and customers. And our business was strongly promoted by Fuschia Exhibition Services and Capture House, a partnership that goes back to the days when Avant arrived in the UK and has lasted like a marriage, for better, for worse… It is as a result of these partnerships that we have succeeded, of partnerships that ultimately benefit a larger community and that make all the effort and hard work worthwhile.”
Compact, efficient, eco-friendly
Today Avant has eight model series and over 200 different attachments. The basic machine is available with more than 50 different options – starting from additional weights and leading to air-conditioned cabins. Engine power ratings start from 20 hp and range up to 57 hp.
Two years ago, the company presented its new Avant 800 series, the largest and most powerful loader series, and the range of loaders has been complemented by the Leguan spider lifts – versatile and reliable self-propelled access platforms. This year, the company is going to unveil an improved Leguan version, fitted with sophisticated features to make the operation even easier and more enjoyable.
A focus on reducing its carbon footprint has been a major topic for Avant for quite some time, notes Mr Ala-Korpi. “In 1995, Avant made the very first electric loader in its category in the world. However, that development was too far ahead of its time. Now of course, when e-mobility is the buzzword across developed markets, the situation is different.”
“We have recently launched two series of electric loaders, further promoting the concept of sustainability – the concept of having a single machine for a variety of jobs is sustainable on its own, but now we offer machines that are cleaner, greener, produce no exhausts and are still highly efficient. A fully electric loader with zero emissions and extremely low noise is the answer to future requirements.”
The machines are all made in the Finnish factory and shipped abroad completed but Mr Ala-Korpi explains that the UK facility has an assembly workshop where options and adjustments can be made to meet local requirements. “We are here for the customers and they can contact us anytime. Having a strong local presence means that we are not a faceless company.”
Avant celebrates its 30th anniversary this year and against all odds, and in spite of a turbulent 2020, saw yet another growth year. “The pandemic made us stop and re-assess what we were doing, but the bottom line is that the market needs our machines. In fact, last year ended up with a fantastic result, as our customers – restricted in their business operations – focused more on internal property and landscape improvements.”
“In summary, the recent years, marked by unprecedented developments such as Brexit and the pandemic, have only accentuated our belief that we are doing things right. People want our machines, and they appreciate our personal approach. Reflecting customers’ ideas in innovations that are brought to the market quickly is our strategy for the future. To this end, we are looking to strengthen the local team, and to push for further business expansion in the UK market,” Mr Ala-Korpi concludes.


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The winter ice cuts off Svartsö, a small island in the Stockholm archipelago, leaving a few small hovercrafts as the only means of transportation to the mainland. The 10-junior high students from this small school take it twice a week to in order to attend lessons at a larger school on a nearby island. The rest of the week, they can stay at their home school thanks to remote teaching.
The schools from nearby islands have teachers specialized on different subject areas and share them. Besides having class with their own students in the physical classroom, they also teach the students at other schools through videoconference. In this way, the students have both remote teachers and classmates.

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Maybank’s Head of Innovation talks FinTech, Start-Ups, and Pisang Goreng
Born and raised in the capital of Malaysia, Mr Amran Hassan spent his formative years at the Methodist Boys’ School before eventually matriculating at Imperial College London to pursue an undergraduate degree in Chemical Engineering. In mid-April, Financial Literacy for Youths: Malaysia had the opportunity to sit down with the man himself and he started the interview by lamenting on how the choice to study Chemical Engineering was not much of a choice at all, given that his family had almost entirely consisted of engineers. “The only choice was what type of engineering to study,” he joked. Despite following in his father and brother’s footsteps, he soon realised that engineering was not his thing.
His interest had always been technology, and programming was something he always enjoyed. Therefore, approaching Anderson Consulting (now Accenture) at a career fair, he saw an alternative to being an engineer and joined them instead. For the next 15 years, he worked in both the UK and Malaysia, explored the various industries that his firm served, experienced the firm’s transformation to the Accenture we now know, and rose from an analyst to a partner.
A fellow partner eventually left for Maybank and asked Mr Amran to join him, which was exactly what he did. This was way back in 2012 when he started off in Maybank as its Head of Corporate Development, a role which he described as being in charge of ‘projects which were exploratory and long-term in nature’.
A year after he joined Maybank, the wave of innovation was hitting almost all industries. “The telcos were getting hammered by a very different business model. Voice revenues were down and SMS revenues were completely obliterated – all because everyone was getting on data lines.” To him, this was a defining moment as it made the public aware of how the internet was changing the way the game was played. The increase in access also impacted the retail industry. “Word on the streets was that all your high-street shops were going to be closed, because everyone was going to be buying online.” Knowing that it was just a matter of time before financial services got hit too, Mr Amran set up an Innovation department in Maybank to ensure that Maybank stays ahead of the competition in light of all the disruptions happening in the industry. Maybank was already an innovative bank, but he wanted to help push the bank’s innovations further. Since then, he has led his brainchild to increasingly greater heights as the Head of Innovation.
The Innovation department sits within the CEO’s office, but his team works from the Maybank Innovation Centre in the Etiqa Twins. Besides acknowledging that the environment where they worked was paramount, he stated, “It’s important to realise that we cannot have some lab sitting quietly by itself, not being relevant to customers or the business.” To this end, Mr Amran and his team would constantly travel back to headquarters and talk to the other businesses within Maybank to better understand and address challenges and opportunities. “Meeting with the businesses is half of the thing that I do; Meeting with the customers is the other half.” He reminded us to never be in our own cocoon. “You might think that the customers want something, or are having certain problems, but only when you speak to them in depth do you truly understand their needs.”
Mr Amran had learnt many a thing from Imperial College London, a tertiary education institution renowned for its entrepreneurial spirit and innovative charm. The South Kensington institution had undoubtedly played a key role in shaping the man who sat before us on that fine Friday morning. We asked him for the one thing he learnt in university that he still uses in his work and, after a short pause, he replied “Realising that you don’t know anything and that you need to keep learning.” Being in constant contact with some of the world’s brightest young minds pursuing various fields of science and technology, he became acutely aware of just how much knowledge there was out there. He recalled that when he joined Anderson Consulting, he had to ditch the technical parts of chemical engineering to look at technology and business. Fortunately, university had taught him how to learn. He reminded us again that whenever we face something new, we should tell ourselves “Okay, this is something new, don’t be afraid of it, embrace it!” He also advised us to strive to move up through the four stages of the Conscious Competence Learning Matrix – advice formerly given to him by Maybank’s previous Chairman, Datuk Megat, to whom he remains grateful. Starting out from unconscious incompetence, we must become aware of what we do not know to achieve conscious incompetence. After working on our weaknesses, we achieve conscious competence, and once we are so good at something that we no longer have to think about it, we reach the final stage – unconscious competence. “The first stage (unconscious incompetence) is the worst, because we don’t even know what to ask.” Like most things in life, self- awareness is the first step.
Mr Amran believes that work-life balance is a myth. “The real question is what makes you happy and what fulfils you. If you’re passionate about doing something, then spending 12 hours at the office is the balance. Mindset is what really drives that work-life balance. Have I struck that balance? I think so. My kids still know who I am,” he said with a laugh.
On common mistakes he sees people make, Mr Amran believes ‘not listening enough’ takes centre stage. He opined that because of the desire to portray a certain image, we spend too much time thinking about what to say next about ourselves. He agrees that it is okay to look the fool sometimes as we can only get better by listening. To Mr Amran, there is no such thing as a stupid question. “So what if they think you’re stupid? Coming out from a session, you just gained more knowledge. When you leave the discussion, you’re perhaps not meeting the other person again anyway.” The key takeaway? Kick aside one’s own ego and just learn, knowing that every new interaction with someone is an opportunity to seek new knowledge or validate existing ones. Nonetheless, he acknowledges that there is a time to listen and a time to apply. When someone asks you for advice, that is when you should apply and share your knowledge.
His advice for hopefuls intending to enter the same industry? Listen, and be known for something. “No matter the industry, you need to be known for something. Don’t spread yourself out too thinly. The only way you can stand out in an organisation is when someone remembers your name and associates that with something.” He joked that earlier in his Accenture career, he used to be known for golf, before eventually becoming known as the technology guy. “Focus on something and hopefully, at one point, you’ll focus on something you enjoy.”
Maybank has a long history of innovation, being the first bank to introduce ATMs, adopt computer systems in branches, and launch an online banking platform. “It’s almost as if we have a responsibility to innovate because of our standing in Malaysia.” Mr Amran believes that Maybank, being the country’s largest bank, has a responsibility to push for better customer service. The bank fulfils its obligation by consistently providing better service, integrating itself into the community, and improving the customer experience. Indeed, such innovation is also key to Maybank’s survival and ability to remain the market leader.
A recent trend that has piqued Mr Amran’s interest is the evolution of the smart watch. “Smartphones now have a seventy percent penetration rate in Malaysia. The smartwatch is in the middle of that journey and could go either way: the path of the smartphone where almost everyone has one, or the path of the 3D or curved TV where it was just a fad.” He went on to say that sometimes technology is a solution looking for a problem. The smartwatch is at the tipping point right now and the question that everyone should be asking is: Do we really need it? “Maybe not right now, but [the smartwatch] might be a precursor to something greater.” Mr Amran likes how the future of the smartwatch is still an unknown and he looks forward to seeing it evolve over time.
According to Mr Amran, the most challenging aspect of his job is striking a balance between introducing exciting technology and managing risk – a task that is much more complex than it sounds. “At the heart of it, we are dealing with other people’s money. If you check your balance and you find that it is 10 cents less than it should be, it’s a problem.” While he wants to push the customer experience as far as possible and maximize their convenience, he is also aware of the need for security and protection of customer’s money.
For Mr Amran, the proudest achievement of his career is being able to contribute back to society. He values the cache of knowledge that he has built up over the years, as this has allowed him to share his understanding with FLY, start-ups, and his clients back when he was still in Accenture.
Nonetheless, he is not a fan of the industry’s slow pace of change when evolving technology and changing customer behaviour requires him to constantly be on his toes. While this is a challenge by itself, he also faces a lot of dependencies and bottlenecks that hinder the implementations of required changes. Despite this, he concedes that sometimes, the hindrance is not a bad thing. He recognizes that governance – the requirement of approvals at certain levels before execution – safeguards the various stakeholders. “For example, business relevance has to be considered; security has to be looked at; performance has to be evaluated. It’s a pain to go through, but it’s necessary.”
Mr Amran believes that we are living in exciting times. Hackathons, for example, is something completely new to banks and is an interesting model to work with. He loves how it helps in getting ideas ready quickly and in getting processes up in iterative ways. “Even so, we cannot lose the discipline in making sure that there is an output at the end of it. We must still deliver at the deadline.”
He also likes the fact that start-ups provide more openness for youths to be entrepreneurial. Back when he started work two decades ago, Mr Amran recalls that ninety-nine percent would go and seek employment. Only the remaining one percent would go set something up themselves. “Now this number has increased significantly. We used to have 100 start-up companies and maybe 3 or 4 succeeding. Today, we have 1000 start-up companies. The rate of failure is still the same, but at least the base is a lot more, so more will be successful.”
Mr Amran continued by offering another piece of advice: “If you’re going to graduate and want to do businesses of your own, get a job first!” Using the MBA as an analogy, he claimed that we need to work first, else we cannot relate to the theory that is taught. Like MBA candidates, entrepreneurs need to have worked for a couple of years to understand the nuances of running a business, and to better identify customer’s problems. “It doesn’t even have to be a big company, as long as the structure is there.”
According to Mr Amran, the challenge to Malaysia’s dominance in Islamic Finance comes primarily from the Middle East and UK. He reasoned that it ultimately boils down to talent. “We have a good pool of Islamic Finance talent in Malaysia because of the lead that we have, but if we don’t grow that talent pool or if we lose that pool to other places, those places will have the lead.” He notes that there is a growing pool of talent in the UK, Europe, and Middle East. “[The UK and Europe in general] possess a higher perceived sense of advancement. Talent wants to go there. They also have a geographical advantage, being closer to the Middle East.” He does not see technology as a factor or an advantage in this as anything that our competitors come up with, we can easily do the same. The reverse is also true for any innovation that Malaysia introduces. Like most other industries, talent will be the key driver for prosperity, and ultimately, we must fall back to our education system to grow talent.
The term cryptocurrency was eventually brought up, and Mr Amran explained that Bitcoin and Blockchain are both big experiments on a new technology and concept. “As a currency, Bitcoins, and its other equivalents, are currently still niche, as they are only used by interest groups and early adopters.” He, however, painted a brighter future for the usage of Blockchain technology beyond cryptocurrency. “It’s a platform that builds trust and spreads out the trust. So Blockchain, when used as contracts, for example, has huge potential.” Mr Amran believes that it can eventually permeates across finance, retail, real estate, and many other industries.
From the standpoint of electronic payment, cash and credit cards are still the main modes of payment today, given that they are accepted almost everywhere. “Until other modes of payment get to that level of availability, they will never be the third option.” Will it go down that path? Very likely, given that in China, everyone is already paying with WeChat and Alipay. For electronic payment to truly become a third payment option, we must be able to use it all the time. He provided us with the example of a pisang goreng (banana fritters) seller who cannot accept electronic payment because he is unable to pay his suppliers with it. The suppliers, in turn, cannot pay their employees electronically either. Therefore, the crucial step is making everyone accept electronic payments. “The challenge is on the merchant’s side, not the consumer. I think the consumers are more than ready to pay electronically with their mobile phones.” WeChat and Alipay work because almost everyone in the supply chain in China accepts it. Undoubtedly, the discounts given by merchants in China for using electronic payment provides further incentive to use them.
As one of the nation’s foremost experts on the FinTech industry, Mr Amran thinks that the rise of FinTech is great. “There are two categories of FinTech companies. Those who work with the banks and established institutions and those who do not.” The former focuses on customer experience, and helps banks to meet customer needs when banks are too busy with other aspects of their business. They can spot the trends and sell their ideas to the bank. “They help banks become more efficient too.”
The latter, however, is disruptive for banking. An example of these are peer-to-peer companies that allow parties to raise funds without a bank being involved. “When you apply for loans with banks, they take weeks to even months to approve it. Alibaba takes within three days to process applications and one day for disbursement.” He believes that this can also be great as it makes banks wake up to the fact that they need to improve their services. “Banks need to step up and look at new ways of banking, see what customers really want and change accordingly.”
We continued by asking Mr Amran regarding PSD2, a legislation recently passed by the EU that forces banks to allow third parties, such as FinTech companies, to access data of customers who authorise it. “As an example, before PSD2, if we want to transfer money to another party, we have to go through the bank’s platform personally. But with PSD2, we can access our account details through third parties and authorise those third parties to draw money from our account through the use of APIs.” PSD2 has allowed consumers like us to connect to each other directly, effectively cutting out the middle-man (banks). “The risk to banks is that if you’re talking to the third party daily, you’re no longer dealing with the bank, and banks have lost that opportunity to say: ‘Hey, I have this brand new service, this brand new card!’ I’ve lost that customer relationship.”
PSD2 nonetheless presents immense opportunities for integrated tech companies to become trusted partners for customers. By aggregating, consolidating, and centralising services from multiple banks into one platform, they allow customers to compare rates and terms of various banks, and ultimately even allow them to offer customers the best possible mix of services. “From a customer experience standpoint, it’s great. From a bank’s standpoint, it’s less so, because I lose that valuable one-to-one relationship.”
With all the news about the rising cost of living, we asked for Mr Amran’s thoughts regarding the prospects for millennials like us to safely own a house and pay off our loans by the time we reach our mid-30s. “I can’t say if it’s going to get better or worse, I’m not an economist,” he chuckled. “But what I can say is that there are a lot of questions now about the concept of ownership. Do you really need to own a car? Or do you only want the service out of it?” He maintained that if we want the service, we can make do with just Uber or GrabCar. “If we only want the service, ‘can I own a car?’ is not a relevant question anymore.”
However, he conceded that sometimes we do want the asset, be it to invest in or to have a place to call our own. In this case, it depends on whether we get a good job or run a successful business. “What is true is that the cost of housing has gone up. It’s more challenging now. You see a lot of people living with their parents a lot longer. Anecdotally, you always hear about our fathers owning a house by the time they are 30. Today, you have to save up until mid-30s before you can buy an equivalent property.” Indeed, we can always find more affordable forms of housing, we just have to look further out or live in smaller houses, as is the case in Tokyo or Hong Kong. “If you want a house, you’ll just have to live in Seremban,” he said with a cheeky smile.
We ended the interview by asking him about his ideal ASEAN financial market. “One which provides employment and economic growth to their countries.” He also held that there must be good balanced trade with neighbours to perpetuate the growth and that there must be stability in the currency. Indeed, one of the challenges towards growth is the stability of the currency. “We don’t know what a contract today will be worth six months from now.” If the currency devalues, it is beneficial for exports today, but once it goes up, it will have severe repercussions for domestic exporters. “We can’t know if it’s one or the other, and we cannot plan for it.” This might ultimately influence businesses’ willingness to engage in trade. He agreed that trade barriers should be lowered, but acknowledged that we must take national interests into account. “If you are among countries who are net producers, you are essentially competing with each other. If you are in a group of countries, some of which are net producers, some net consumers, there is a certain balance to that.” Alas, ASEAN has more producers than consumers.


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The Louisville Volunteer Fire Department is a dedicated group of individuals who selflessly serve their community by providing emergency response services. With their unwavering commitment and expertise, they ensure the safety and well-being of Louisville residents. Discover more about their vital role and the services they offer.
The Louisville Volunteer Fire Department is a shining example of community dedication and selflessness. With its team of highly trained firefighters and state-of-the-art equipment, this department stands ready to protect and serve the residents of Louisville, day and night. But what truly sets them apart is their unwavering commitment to going above and beyond the call of duty. From battling towering infernos to rescuing stranded animals, these brave men and women are always there, ready to risk their lives for the sake of others.
The Louisville Volunteer Fire Department: Protecting the Heart of Kentucky
In the vibrant city of Louisville, Kentucky, a group of dedicated men and women work tirelessly to ensure the safety and well-being of their community. The Louisville Volunteer Fire Department (LVFD) has been serving the city for over 100 years, providing critical fire protection services, emergency medical response, and community outreach programs. This article delves into the rich history, daily operations, and the unwavering commitment of the brave volunteers who form the backbone of this vital organization.
A Legacy of Service
The roots of the LVFD can be traced back to the late 19th century when the city faced numerous devastating fires. Recognizing the need for a dedicated fire department, a group of passionate individuals came together on March 15, 1881, to form the Louisville Volunteer Fire Department. Since its inception, the LVFD has evolved and grown, adapting to the changing needs of the city and the advancements in firefighting technology.
Responding to Emergencies 24/7
The LVFD operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, ensuring that help is always just a phone call away. From fighting fires to responding to medical emergencies, the brave volunteers of the LVFD are on the front lines, risking their lives to protect the citizens of Louisville. Equipped with state-of-the-art firefighting equipment and advanced life-saving tools, they are well-prepared for any situation that may arise.
Training and Preparation: The Key to Success
Behind every successful operation lies a foundation of rigorous training and preparation. The LVFD leaves no stone unturned when it comes to honing their skills. Volunteers undergo extensive training in fire suppression, hazardous material response, search and rescue techniques, and emergency medical services. These dedicated individuals also participate in regular drills and simulations to ensure they are always ready to tackle any challenge that comes their way.
Engaging the Community: Outreach Programs
The LVFD recognizes the importance of fostering strong bonds with the community it serves. In addition to their emergency response duties, the volunteers actively engage in various community outreach programs. These initiatives include fire safety education in schools, participation in local events, and collaborating with other organizations to promote overall safety and well-being in Louisville.
Volunteerism and Dedication: The Heart of the LVFD
At the core of the LVFD’s success lies the unwavering dedication of its volunteers. These brave men and women selflessly devote their time, energy, and expertise to protect their fellow citizens. They come from all walks of life, united by a shared commitment to serve and make a difference in their community. Their sacrifice and tireless efforts are what make the LVFD a pillar of strength and security in Louisville.
Overcoming Challenges: The Road Ahead
Like any organization, the LVFD faces its fair share of challenges. Limited funding, recruitment of new volunteers, and ever-evolving threats demand constant adaptation and innovation. However, the spirit of resilience and camaraderie that defines the LVFD ensures that these obstacles are met head-on with determination and ingenuity. The department actively seeks community support and explores creative solutions to overcome these challenges and continue serving the people of Louisville.
A Grateful Community
The impact of the LVFD on the Louisville community cannot be overstated. Countless lives have been saved, properties protected, and minds educated thanks to the selfless service of these volunteers. The gratitude and respect for the LVFD’s heroic efforts run deep within the hearts of the citizens they serve. The LVFD stands as a shining example of courage, compassion, and community spirit, inspiring others to lend a helping hand and make a positive impact wherever possible.
Supporting the LVFD: Making a Difference
If you wish to support the LVFD in their noble mission, there are various ways you can contribute. Donations help fund essential equipment, training programs, and community outreach initiatives. Additionally, the LVFD welcomes individuals interested in becoming volunteers, offering them the opportunity to join a dedicated team of first responders. Together, we can ensure that the LVFD continues to safeguard the heart of Kentucky and its wonderful city of Louisville for generations to come.
History of Louisville Volunteer Fire Department
Established in 1955, the Louisville Volunteer Fire Department has been serving the community for over six decades. It was initially formed by a dedicated group of citizens who recognized the need for a local fire department and aimed to protect lives and property from fire-related emergencies.
Emergency Response Capabilities
The Louisville Volunteer Fire Department boasts an impressive fleet of state-of-the-art fire trucks and advanced fire suppression equipment. With a highly skilled team of trained firefighters, they respond promptly to emergencies, including structure fires, hazardous material incidents, and vehicle accidents, ensuring the safety and well-being of the community.
Beyond emergency response, the Louisville Volunteer Fire Department actively engages with the community through various programs and initiatives. They conduct fire safety education sessions at local schools, organize open houses, and participate in community events, fostering a sense of awareness and preparedness among residents.
Volunteer Recruitment and Training
Operating solely on volunteer manpower, the Louisville Volunteer Fire Department constantly seeks to recruit dedicated individuals to join their ranks. They provide comprehensive training programs to equip volunteers with the necessary skills and knowledge required in firefighting, rescue operations, and emergency medical services.
Mutual Aid Partnerships
Louisville Volunteer Fire Department understands the importance of collaboration and has established strong mutual aid partnerships with neighboring fire departments. This collaboration ensures a swift and efficient response to major incidents, providing enhanced emergency services and support in times of need.
As a nonprofit organization, the Louisville Volunteer Fire Department relies on fundraising activities and community donations to sustain its operations. From pancake breakfasts to charity auctions, they actively engage in fundraising efforts to ensure a steady stream of resources to maintain their equipment, training programs, and day-to-day operations.
Continued Professional Development
In order to keep up with the constantly evolving field of firefighting and emergency services, the Louisville Volunteer Fire Department emphasizes continuous professional development for its members. Regular training sessions, workshops, and certifications are offered, ensuring that the firefighters stay abreast of the latest techniques and technologies to effectively protect the community.
Recognition and Awards
Over the years, the Louisville Volunteer Fire Department has received numerous accolades for its outstanding service and commitment to public safety. From local commendations to state-level recognition, these awards demonstrate the dedication and professionalism exhibited by the department’s volunteers, fostering a sense of pride within the Louisville community.
Point of View: Louisville Volunteer Fire Department
- The Louisville Volunteer Fire Department (LVFD) serves as an essential pillar of the community, providing crucial emergency services and ensuring public safety.
- With a dedicated team of volunteers, the LVFD operates with professionalism, efficiency, and a strong commitment to serving the residents of Louisville.
2. Commitment to Community:
- The LVFD demonstrates an unwavering dedication to the community it serves.
- Volunteers selflessly sacrifice their time and effort to protect lives, property, and the environment from the dangers of fires and other emergencies.
- Through their commitment, the LVFD fosters a sense of security and reassurance within the community, promoting a strong bond between firefighters and residents.
3. Professionalism and Training:
- The LVFD maintains a high level of professionalism and expertise in all aspects of firefighting and emergency response.
- Volunteers undergo rigorous training programs to enhance their skills, ensuring they are well-prepared to handle any situation that arises.
- By adhering to strict standards and protocols, the LVFD guarantees the safety of both its members and those they serve.
4. Collaboration and Teamwork:
- The LVFD places great emphasis on teamwork and collaboration.
- Volunteers work seamlessly together, utilizing their individual strengths and skills to efficiently combat fires and provide assistance during emergencies.
- This cohesive approach allows the LVFD to effectively respond to a wide array of incidents, minimizing damage and ensuring the safety of all involved.
5. Community Outreach and Education:
- The LVFD actively engages with the community through various outreach and educational programs.
- They organize fire safety seminars, school visits, and public demonstrations to raise awareness about fire prevention, emergency preparedness, and other life-saving techniques.
- By educating the public, the LVFD empowers individuals to take proactive measures in protecting themselves and their communities.
- The Louisville Volunteer Fire Department exemplifies the true spirit of volunteerism and community service.
- Through their dedication, professionalism, and commitment to the well-being of the residents, the LVFD plays a vital role in maintaining public safety and instilling a sense of security within the community.
- Their efforts deserve recognition and appreciation as they continue to serve as everyday heroes in Louisville.
Thank you for taking the time to explore the incredible work of the Louisville Volunteer Fire Department. As we conclude our journey into the heart of this dedicated team, we hope you have gained a deeper appreciation for the selflessness and bravery that fuels their everyday actions. This group of volunteers embodies the true spirit of community service, going above and beyond to protect and serve the residents of Louisville.
Throughout this blog, we have witnessed the unwavering commitment of these firefighters as they face the numerous challenges that come with their role. From battling intense blazes to responding swiftly in medical emergencies, the Louisville Volunteer Fire Department is a shining example of professionalism and dedication. Their extensive training and continuous improvement efforts ensure that they are always prepared to handle any situation that arises.
It is truly inspiring to witness the camaraderie and teamwork that exists within this department. Each member brings a unique set of skills and experiences to the table, creating a powerful synergy that enables them to operate seamlessly in high-stress situations. The trust and respect they have for one another is evident, and it is this bond that allows them to perform their duties with such efficiency and effectiveness.
As we conclude this exploration of the Louisville Volunteer Fire Department, it is important to acknowledge the sacrifices made by these individuals and their families. The long hours, missed holidays, and sleepless nights are just a few of the burdens they bear in order to keep our community safe. Their willingness to put their lives on the line for strangers is nothing short of heroic, and we owe them a debt of gratitude.
In closing, we encourage you to support and appreciate your local volunteer fire departments. They are the backbone of our communities, providing an invaluable service that often goes unnoticed. Whether through volunteering, donations, or simply expressing your thanks, every gesture counts. The Louisville Volunteer Fire Department is a shining example of the dedication and selflessness that exists within these organizations, and we are privileged to have had the opportunity to shed light on their incredible work.
Thank you once again for joining us on this journey. We hope it has inspired you to recognize and celebrate the unsung heroes in your own community.
People Also Ask about Louisville Volunteer Fire Department:
What services does the Louisville Volunteer Fire Department provide?
The Louisville Volunteer Fire Department offers a wide range of services to the community. These include emergency response to fires, medical emergencies, hazardous materials incidents, and vehicle accidents. They also provide public education programs, conduct fire inspections, and participate in community events.
How can I become a volunteer firefighter with the Louisville Volunteer Fire Department?
To become a volunteer firefighter with the Louisville Volunteer Fire Department, individuals must meet certain requirements. These typically include being at least 18 years old, possessing a high school diploma or equivalent, passing a background check, and completing basic firefighting training. Interested individuals can contact the department for more information on the application process.
Does the Louisville Volunteer Fire Department have specialized teams?
Yes, the Louisville Volunteer Fire Department has specialized teams to handle various emergency situations. These teams may include hazardous materials response, technical rescue, water rescue, and wildland firefighting. These highly trained teams work alongside the regular firefighting personnel to ensure the safety and well-being of the community.
How quickly does the Louisville Volunteer Fire Department respond to emergencies?
The Louisville Volunteer Fire Department prides itself on its prompt emergency response. On average, they aim to respond to emergency calls within 5 minutes of receiving the dispatch. However, response times may vary depending on the location of the incident, traffic conditions, and other factors that may affect their ability to reach the scene swiftly.
What fundraising events does the Louisville Volunteer Fire Department organize?
The Louisville Volunteer Fire Department organizes several fundraising events throughout the year to support their operations and purchase necessary equipment. These events may include pancake breakfasts, car washes, charity raffles, and community dinners. By actively engaging with the community, they can generate funds while fostering a sense of unity and cooperation.


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A good summer read about librarians, libraries, and the power of reading but in a fictional novel. My favorite take away is not the characters or plotA good summer read about librarians, libraries, and the power of reading but in a fictional novel. My favorite take away is not the characters or plot but the message: Stories can get children and adults through touch life situations intact, and librarians have often been and can still be the conduit by which those books are delivered. The story contains at GTLB story line and some wonderfully crafted statements on intellectual freedom and the freedom to read. ...more
With the recent onslaught of Push/Precious mania in the library and movies, including the censorship that tags along for the ride, it was nice to readWith the recent onslaught of Push/Precious mania in the library and movies, including the censorship that tags along for the ride, it was nice to read a book about abuse, addiction, and mental health from the viewpoint of three realistic male main characters: an 18 year old Latino boy, an 50 + year old screenplay writer, and a 30 or 40 something therapist. Saenz blends the voices of all three into a woven tapestry of pain, forgiveness, friendship and love. The story broke my heart, and gave me hope. It is well worth the read, even for wimps like me who usually avoid tearjerker's at all costs. I recommend this book to everyone, but especially those who work with teen boys and I will recommend it to teen boys. ...more
This YA story is about three life-long friends who break away from their usual routine for a few months and learn what many teens secretly fear: A sumThis YA story is about three life-long friends who break away from their usual routine for a few months and learn what many teens secretly fear: A summer can absolutely change your life forever.
Nina Bermudez has mixed emotions about returning home from a college summer residence program in California for high school leaders. She is literally bursting with experiences to share with her friends while at the same time desperately missing her new found love Steve, the son of hippies who lives in Seattle. Instead of the bff support group Nina expects, she finds that she is standing on the outside of their once close group.
She soon stumbles onto the fact that her friends have moved into unfamiliar and uncomfortable waters while she was away. Mel and Avery, the other two points of the triangle, have become best friends with benefits. For Mel, the experience is of first love, of breaking out of her shell, and admitting to herself that she is gay. For Avery, it is a safe and secretly exciting experiment with someone she already loved. For Nina, it was pure hell.
Johnson's story provides an honest, thoughtful, and at times humorous view of teens exploring their sexual identity. Although it is a good addition to the GLBT YA collection for high school and public libraries, it is not necessarily just for this crowd. It is a way for any reader to contemplate the natural awkwardness one might experience upon discovering that a good friend of the same gender is gay.
In once scene, a nervous Nina approaches Mel right before she is scheduled to speak in front of the school. Nina starts to tell Mel that she is worried that her shirt is see-through, but then awkwardly hesitates, not wanting to say something uncomfortable. Mel wants to tell Nina that yes, in fact her shirt is see-through, but she doesn't want Nina to think she is staring at her breasts.
My favorite character in the story is Parker. He is the sarcastically funny "nice" boy who always seems to crush on the girls he can't have (including Mel). He becomes the new friend in the group, often a stand-in for the ever-absent Avery. He is the comic relief of the story, interjecting witty lines that made me chuckle out loud.

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FRP ADVISORY is forming an alliance with Friel Stafford to allow it take on more cross-border insolvency work.
The two firms are joining forces to enable them to handle the increased demand of cross-border insolvencies. It is widely expected that later this year Ireland will align their bankruptcy laws and processes more closely to those of the UK. Recently Ireland reduced its bankruptcy term from eight years to three and could reduce it further to align with the UK’s one year.
FRP Advisory, borne out of the ashes of collapsed firm Vantis, has been growing steadily since its inception in May 2010. It now has 200 staff including 30 partners. Insolvency firm Friel Stafford has 20 professional staff, which includes the two founding partners, and is based in Dublin.
Both the UK and Ireland have various personal and corporate insolvency cases which have assets located in both regions. This adds to the complexity of the cases, explained FRP Advisory senior partner Geoff Rowley (pictured).
“We believe the shared deep expertise and similar cultural values of FRP Advisory and Friel Stafford leave us strongly positioned to recover the best solutions for our clients and their stakeholders,” he said.
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BDO has announced a worldwide technology and services collaboration with Microsoft that will accelerate the digital transformation of their clients’ businesses
Smith & Williamson has added Jim Clark and Philip Marsden, of Marsden Clark Corporate Finance Limited, to its corporate finance team.

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And if any covariance, nevertheless, is observed, it should then find its origin out of pure geometry, in some kind of biological constraint
. In turn, such a biological constraint
might have either (i) a developmental origin, thus applying directly to [alpha], [rho], [delta], or (ii), an adaptive origin, directly applying to any of E, K, and D and, consequently affecting only indirectly, [alpha], [rho], and [delta] (through the relationships (1)).
(58) As with disability or gender, this supposed "accommodation" can appear unjustified because the "different" functioning of sexual orientation appears to involve contested individual, cultural, and moral choices rather than simply biological constraint
(We will consider the biological constraint
of fertility and its implications in the last part of this section.) Then, the first-order condition of Equation 6 is
According to Jaenisch (in a personal communication with the author following the hearing), faulty reprogramming does not create the same difficulties in differentiated cells derived from stem cells because in stem cell research (1) only cell lines, not whole organisms, are created, so that there is less of a biological constraint
to activate their developmental program, and (2) appropriate stem cells can be selected for use from those in culture, in contrast to reproductive cloning, where little nor no selection is possible.
This pattern stems from a universal biological constraint
, the researchers argue.
Is this predominantly a social or a biological constraint
? Have workers been completely helpless in defending their concept of a normal working day and enforcing effort norms below their psycho-physiological limit?
Weeds are serious biological constraint
to rice production and greatest competition due to them occurs in dry direct seeded method of rice stand establishment.
"Such policy decisions may not just come against political and biological constraints
, but also against social, cultural or religious constraints.
Here Herold quotes from a story I did for reason in 2004: "Nothing could be more natural to human beings than striving to liberate ourselves from our biological constraints
," I wrote.
The human auditory system has biological constraints
analogous to those of the human articulatory system.
Geneticist David Suzuki said the problem is that usually geneticists follow the inheritance ofgenes what biotechnology allows us to do is to take this organism and move it horizontally into a totally unrelated species without regard to the biological constraints
it's very bad science.

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Many people think of a financial advisor as someone who makes investment recommendations and executes trades.
However, a truly beneficial relationship with a financial advisor should include so much more. Here are a few things to keep in mind when choosing your financial planner.
- Goal setting. For most people, being able to retire is their No. 1 financial goal. You want to work with an advisor who follows a planning process that helps you define your dream retirement. Then, together you can chart the course for how you are going to get there.
And remember, goals evolve and change over time and new challenges can appear when least expected. It is paramount that you work with an advisor who is actively working with you throughout the year and conducts in-depth annual reviews to make sure that you continue to make progress to achieve the future you envision.
Do not settle for an “advisor” who calls you once a year to go over how your assets have done.
- Addressing the day-to-day. While helping you save and invest for the long-term is an important part of the financial advisor role, providing guidance on budgeting, cash management, benefit selection, major purchases, etc. are equally important.
A good advisor will provide you with tools to effectively manage your day-to-day financial life. Management of your cash flow will contribute to long-term success.
- Managing risk. Many advisors focus solely on helping you accumulate and grow your wealth. However, a comprehensive, integrated financial plan should include income and asset protection.
Protection planning is the foundation of any sound financial plan. Topics like life and disability income insurance as well as home, auto, and umbrella liability insurance need to be incorporated into your overall planning process to protect the people you love and the things you own.
- Working with trusted advisors. When choosing a financial advisor, make sure he or she is willing to put in the time and effort to form a strong partnership with not only you, but also your other trusted advisors, such as CPAs and attorneys.
Together, you can design strategies to grow your assets, minimize taxes and create a lasting legacy for the people you love and causes that are important to you.
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LETTERS: Time for quick fix
Regarding Loren Aldrich's letter in Voices June 2, "Missing a smooth ride" -- my feelings exactly!
The roads in South Bend, Mishawaka and the county are terrible. Where did all the money go that was supposed to fix them? Lincoln Way in Mishawaka between Capital Avenue and the Elkhart County line is full of potholes. It is like "dodge 'em" trying to go somewhere. I keep seeing lists of roads that are being fixed, but Lincoln Way from Capital (east) to the county line is not on any.
We need some work done quickly, before winter sets in, and we have to wait another year.
According to Todd Starnes of Fox News commentary, the other day a VA hospital did not want Christmas cards sent to them. Another VA hospital did not want anything that said "Merry Christmas." Another VA hospital had a list of Christmas carols that they would allow the veterans to sing. Another VA hospital in Michigan had a picture of Jesus that they covered with a cloth.
All of these things were done so nobody would be offended. What about me and the majority of Americans? What is wrong with our country?
I remember during the Cold War we, being the U.S., were told we would be destroyed from within.
The Viewpoint article in the June 1 Tribune by Notre Dame emeritus faculty member Dennis Stark on changes in the physical education program at the university included some inaccuracies that require clarification.
Chiefly, Stark reported that the university failed to consult in a collaborative and comprehensive manner with faculty and students. In fact, over the course of the past three years, faculty members were a central part of the review of the physical education program, and student feedback was solicited and received through various means over the same time frame.
Stark also suggested that Hugh Page, vice president and associate provost, initiated the review of the physical education program when, in fact, this had been a topic of conversation for several years at the university.
Assistant Vice President University of Notre Dame

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Come along to the October and November tech jams and brighten up the daily routine of the astronauts on the International Space Station.
You’ll write code to show astronauts your message and the ambient air temperature on board using the Astro Pi computer’s Sense HAT.
Your completed program will be run in space on the International Space Station (ISS) for 30 seconds during December and January and you’ll receive a certificate recording when this happens!
Astro Pi is an annual science and coding competition where student-written code is run on the International Space Station!
From – students are invited to send their coded messages to astronauts on ISS, Cornwall Tech Jams will be helping studentst in Cornwall to undertake the mission.
Coded messages will be played to the astronauts between –
Cornwall’s Tech Jams are run by volunteers working in IT and education throughout Cornwall, in association with Software Cornwall, local businesses and Bodmin College.
We aim to run the Jams from 10am to 1pm. Just pop in when you can.
The Jams are for anyone who’s interested in computing and technology. We will be on hand to guide you in your first steps in programming and offer advice if you need it. All ages are welcome to attend, from beginners to experts, to ask any questions or learn about programming and how to interface computers to the physical world. Entry is free but children under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
We have a number of Raspberry Pi computers enabling you to experiment with and learn how to:
- Program in Minecraft
- Control traffic lights with Python and Scratch
- Compose music with Sonic Pi
- Use the Raspberry Pi camera to take pictures and record video
- Program robots
- And more …
We’re more than happy to help with any questions you might have or support that you require. From advice on how to get started through to problems you are having with your programs, hardware or computer.
We’d also love to see projects that you are working on, so please bring them along and let us see what you’ve been up to.
The location of the Tech Jam is in the new Bodmin Chy Trevail Council Building off Dunmere Road.
The following Tech Jam will be held at Cornwall College Pool, in the main entrance of Trelawney Building on the 9th of November 2017.


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An overview of what bacteria are, and how antibiotics can prevent them from causing diseases
Chances are, you or someone you know has been prescribed a course of antibiotics this past year alone. Whether it’s to fight off pneumonia or another particularly nasty bacterial infection, or as a precaution before surgery, antibiotics are a common part of the healthcare process. But what are they exactly, and how do they work?
Put simply, anything that prevents the growth of bacteria, or kills it, can be called an antibiotic. The word itself means “anti-life”, derived from the Greek word “bios” which means life.
While modern antibiotics are produced in laboratories, they are usually derived from compounds and substances found in nature, such as mould, fungi, and yes, even bacteria.
Vancomycin, an antibiotic often used to treat colitis and severe skin infections, was first discovered in a soil-based bacteria from the Borneo region. In fact, to this day, some commercial antibiotics are made from bacteria grown in large fermentation vats. Some are synthetically produced, or modified chemically, to reduce potential side-effects or improve their efficacy.
Of course, bacteria are not the only microorganisms that can be harmful to humans; viruses and fungi can cause potentially dangerous infections that antibiotics would be rather useless at fighting off. This is why the current clinical practice is not to automatically prescribe antibiotics for colds and the flu, which tend to be either caused by viruses or can be easily fought off by the body.
What are bacteria?
The next sentence may concern you if you are a germophobe: chances are, at this very moment, you have the company of millions of bacteria. Whether they are in your surrounding environment, or even in your own body, these ancient and tiny critters are going about their simple prerogative to exist.
Bacteria are single-cell microorganisms; unlike most other living things, the lone bacterium is entirely self-sufficient. While bacteria generally live in large numbers, they are not dependent on each other for survival.
The structure of a bacterium can be simplified into three components. At its heart (or rather, insides) is the cytoplasm, a fluid containing the bacterium’s cell structures, nutrients and enzymes. This is where the micro-organism carries out the functions it needs to live. Surrounding the cytoplasm is a membrane, which regulates the water and salts in the cell. The cell wall acts as a final barrier between the bacterium and the outside world.
Considering that they have been found in the most inhospitable of environments, from the depths of the ocean to the insides of volcanos, it may be no surprise that the average person has some trillions of bacteria in their bodies. In fact, bacteria outnumber human cells by 10 to one, according to the United States’ Human Microbiome Project. If it is any consolation, scientists also say that these creatures only make up about 1% to 3% of the body’s mass due their small size. Additionally, many of these bacteria are beneficial to our health — those present in the gut for instance, help the digestive process and even produce vitamins like B and K.
Only 1% of bacteria are identified as pathogens — microorganisms which can cause disease — but these include nasty ailments such as cholera, typhoid and gonorrhoea. While many bacteria feed off dead organic material or produce their own food, some can wreak havoc by attacking living tissue. Others can cause harm to their hosts just by excreting toxins.
How do antibiotics work?
Antibiotics work in a number of ways to either kill bacteria, or prevent it from growing or replicating to allow the body some time to fight off the infection. What makes antibiotics particularly useful is that they selectively attack bacteria without causing any harm to the cells of a patient.
Bacteria need particularly strong cell walls to be able to survive their exposure to the environment. Some antibiotics, such as penicillin, block the production of a special type of molecule that enables the bacterium to build this outer wall. This in turn causes a weaker cell wall, which can easily burst and kill the bacterium.
Other antibiotics meanwhile, attack the cell membrane of the bacterium. This membrane regulates the water and salts within the bacterium; if it breaks, the bacterium will die from having its contents spill out.
Like most living organisms, the building blocks of a bacterium is its DNA. In order for the cell to reproduce, it needs to replicate its DNA — basically copying all its genetic material into a new cell. Some antibiotics are able to prevent DNA replication in bacteria in different ways. Ciprofloxacin, an antibiotic that has proven useful in treating the anthrax bacteria, targets a type of enzyme in bacteria that manages its DNA replication — without affecting the same enzyme in humans.
Some antibiotics work by starving bacteria from the nutrients they need to live and grow. While human cells can easily absorb folic acid, an essential component for cell growth, bacteria cannot take in the vitamin and need to make their own. Drugs such as sulphonamide antibiotics, prevent bacteria from doing so; without the required folic acid, the bacteria is then unable to grow.
Along with vitamins, proteins are equally crucial for cells — including bacteria — to survive. Antibiotics such as tetracycline, commonly used to fight acne and chest infections, stops protein synthesis in bacteria. This makes them unable to build proteins, and gradually die out.

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