there is 19mm socket
of course !
Owl Single Socket Power Saver is designed to help you reduce the amount of electricity you use by conveniently switching off those appliances normally kept on standby.
Dry sockets occur when a tooth has been extracted. Without the extraction, there is no socket.
A ball and socket joint is literally a ball an socket. It allows 360 degrees rotation. An example is your arm. There is a saying-"I pulled my arm out of my socket." This basically says you pulled the top of your humerous (your upper arm) out of the joint where the ball fits in the socket. This injury can be easily fixed by popping the ball back in the socket. I am a science major 11 year old. Thank you for your time. I hope this answers your question.
zero force is used to place the microprocessor in the socket or there is no need to give any force for fitting a microprocessor
Many of these are many for removing and replacing spark plugs in engines.
The voltage in a socket can be any voltage that you want. The load that connects into the socket must be stated. Without this information the question can not be answered.
To replace spark plugs, you can use a socket wrench, but a socket made for removing and replacing spark plugs is needed. This socket is relatively inexpensive and can be found at most auto parts stores.
Of course. You can pop it really hard, or bending it the wrong way. I don't recommend trying this. (you can also pop any limbs or phalanges do it this way, although the proper way of saying "popping out of its socket" is actually "dislocation".
phone halfords they have a record of vehicle plug removing tools
Switching light on/off through loosening from socket is not advisable. Light bulb can reach at temperature between 200-260 degrees Celsius and it can be hazardous in physical contact.
Do not remove any electrical plug by grabbing the wire. This weakens the connection at the plug. ALWAYS grab the plug itself when removing it.
If you leave a plug socket on without a plug in it you will lose between 550 to 1,000 health points per 1 swich
The lamp is in a socket that plugs in behind the reflector/bezel assembly. A couple bolts hold each assembly in place. You may be able to reach the lamp socket and twist it out without removing the whole assembly from under the car. Be careful to not push too hard, the reflector housing is all plastic.
Try reversing the drive on your ratchet handle and turning the socket in the opposite direction you were turning it when you got it stuck on the spark plug. Be sure to use a six point spark plug socket. It's much harder to ruin a hex with a six point socket. After you get the socket loose, I'd recommend removing and discarding this plug and getting a new one.
yes you can put the both in one socket but in practice it should not. You run the risk of popping a circuit breaker or fuse.
The o2 sensors screw in. There is a special socket for removing the 02 sensors with a slot in the side to clear the wiring.
With a socket for removing plugs. The wires should just slip off and need to be replaced with the exact same length.
Go to a doctor.
36 miilimiter for the spindle nut and 13 millimeter 12 point socket for the three bolts holding on the hub assembly to the steering knuckle.
You can remove the motor mount and roll the engine froward or get an socket wrench and a long extension and spark plug socket will do the trick very tight squeeze but is possible with out removing anything at all
You need a long extension (3 feet) and a sloppy socket. This whill enable you ly on the ground just below the drivers side door and loosen the bolts/nuts. Hope this helps.


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Phil Klay won the National Book Award for fiction last night. The former Marine wrote a moving book of short stories based on his experiences in Iraq and integrating back into civilian life. But Klay's win was overshadowed by host Daniel Handler's unfortunate event.
Read more... November 20, 2014
It's official. Amazon.com and Hachette have finally reached a deal. The new contract goes into effect in early 2015, but effective immediately Hachette authors' books will be available for purchase at the same speed as all other books on the site.
Read more... November 13, 2014
Award-winning singer songwriter Taylor Swift made headlines when she pulled her music from Spotify just before her new album 1989 was released. The CEO of Spotify was so upset about Taylor pulling her music that he has been haranguing her in the press, saying she could make $6 million in royalties this year if she would only come back.
Read more... November 12, 2014
The Writers Guild West has come out strongly in favor of President Obama's proposals to preserve net neutrality. The president gave a speech yesterday in which he asked the FCC to reclassify internet broadband wired and wireless services as a telecommunications service under Title II of the U.S. Code.
Read more... November 11, 2014
Author Kathy Stinson and illustrator Dusan Petricic have won the 10th annual TD Canadian Children's Literature Award for their book The Man With the Violin.
Read more... November 9, 2014
A short story by John Steinbeck which has never been in print will be published today. The story of a black aviator in World War II was read on the air during a radio broadcast by Orson Welles in 1944, but was lost after that.
Read more... November 7, 2014
Joe Hill's novel Horns has been turned into a feature film starring Daniel Radcliffe. The protagonist of the book is a young man who begins to grow what look like devil horns. As the horns grow, the character find himself being told people's deepest, darkest secrets.
Read more... November 5, 2014

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Stephen Brian Connor
21 August 1952- 30 January 2019
In loving memory of .... Stephen Brian Connor .... Dedicated to others through his years of service in the NSW Police Force and the Royal Australian Navy.
Final Farewell - Missingham Bridge Park - Ballina
Kingsford Smith Drive
Ballina NSW 2478
Date: 9 February 2019
Time: 10:00 am


Article: Aug 9, 2022
The first duty of a government is the safety of its people. But few things are more important to safety than health.
Currently it's dentistry in the news. The BBC found that nine in 10 NHS dental practices across the UK are not accepting new adult patients for treatment under the health service.
But surely health care ought to be in the news every day with the challenges it faces. Long waits to be seen in primary care, all ambulance trusts recently on the highest alert level, over 6 million people are waiting for treatment and emergency department 4 hour waits six times higher than the standard.
Article: Jun 16, 2022By Hugh Ashton
It seems that 35% of Britons in a recent survey agree with the government's policy of sending undocumented visitors to this country to Rwanda. 45% disagree with it.
However, the waters have been muddied by deliberate misinformation and obfuscation by the proposers of this scheme.
First, the basis on which this has been agreed is by a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). A MoU, unlike a treaty, is not subject to oversight and ratification by Parliament. This MoU is something which very few people seem to have actually read. However, it is available for reading here, and it does make for interesting reading.
Article: May 9, 2022
It's been a great result last week for the Lib Dems in England. Nearly two hundred NEW councillors elected. Three NEW councils under the Liberal Democrats' control, bringing the total to sixteen.
Sad that we had no candidate in Tamworth to demonstrate what the swing there to Lib Dems might have been, and of course there were no elections this year in Lichfield or East Staffordshire (wait for next year, though!).
Article: Apr 15, 2022
Lichfield's MP, Michael Fabricant, seems never to have taken note of the advice above. He has made himself, and by extension, the constituency of Lichfield, a laughing-stock throughout the country.
On Twitter and indeed on national broadcast and print media, his attempts to defend the Prime Minister's breaking of the rules have met with disgust and incredulity. Indeed, many people believed that Mr Fabricant was in fact a comedy parody account along the lines of "Sir Michael Take CBE"'s over-the-top praise of Mr Johnson, and were surprised to find that he is indeed a real person and an elected representative, who excuses the Prime Minister on the grounds that key workers such as nurses and teachers were enjoying drinks together after their shifts.
Article: Apr 5, 2022
ESBC waits on Government to tell them how to give the rebate - and to give them the money. Don't hold your breath!
The East Staffordshire Borough Council web site says,
"Following the Government's announcement regarding the £150 Council Tax Energy Rebate, the Council is waiting for further guidance plus the relevant funding to enable payments to be made.............However, until the Government provides full guidance and the necessary funding, the Council will not be in a position to issue any payments. Further details will be published on the Council's website in due course."
18561 pensioners in East Staffordshire left out in the cold as broken triple lock promise creates £400,918 cost of living black holeArticle: Feb 22, 2022
The Liberal Democrats have accused the Conservatives of leaving pensioners in East Staffordshire with a "hole in their pocket" after breaking a manifesto promise to protect the state pension.
In the wake of inflation hitting a thirty year high of 5.5% in January, a typical pensioner in the East Staffs is set to see their income fall by £171.60 this year in real terms. This is a total loss of income o £3,185,068 between 18561 pensioners here due to the Conservative government's decision to break a key manifesto promise and scrap the triple lock on pensions.
Article: Feb 13, 2022
The Liberal Democrats have accused the Government of forgetting victims of fraud in Staffordshire after senior Conservative Ministers overlooked fraud and computer misuse offences when making false claims on falling crime.
There were 6407 fraud and computer misuse offences referred to Staffordshire last year - up 10.6% on the year before. This is the equivalent of 18 cases each day across Staffordshire. These victims are part of the four million people across England and Wales who were duped by fraudsters and online scammers last year.
Article: Jan 29, 2022
This week Helen Morgan, the new MP for North Shropshire, made her maiden speech(1). It's worth listening to. It has a nice mixture of civility (much needed in our public discourse), wit and powerful defence of the rights of individual people to challenge public bodies. It was made in the report stage of the Judicial Review and Courts Bill. In this bill the Government, contrary to the advice of the Law Society(2) and others, seeks to impede the rights of the citizen to hold public bodies to account. Ironic that the Government should be taking away our rights to defend ourselves when many conservative MPs are queuing up to defend the prime minister.
Article: Jan 23, 2022
The latest performance figures for the English Ambulance Trusts were released two weeks ago. For WMAS it is impressive how, despite the extreme difficulty of maintaining an emergency service, response times for Category 1 calls such as cardiac and respiratory arrest have remained almost unchanged compared to their best in 2019.


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Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte on Wednesday ordered the expulsion of an Australian nun and gave her a month to leave the country, after immigration authorities had arrested her for allegedly joining rallies against his government.
Sister Patricia Fox, of the Sisters of Our Lady of Sion, has been a longtime resident of the Philippines where she has worked closely with the poor. But intelligence agents had photographed the 71-year-old attending anti-government street protests early this month.
She was the second foreign activist ordered out of the country. Authorities had recently deported an Italian official of the Party of European Specialists upon arrival at an airport in the central Philippines.
Bureau of Immigration (BI) head Jaime Morente said Fox “was found to have engaged in activities that are not allowed under the terms and conditions of her visa.” Morente did not explain the nature of those activities, but said Fox was ordered to leave the country in 30 days after receiving the order.
“We stand by the Bureau of Immigration’s order to forfeit Sister Patricia Fox‘s privilege of holding a missionary visa and to leave the Philippines,” Duterte spokesman Harry Roque said in statement.
Duterte had said that he ordered Fox’s arrest, and that he would take “full responsibility” for any public backlash.
Roque said Fox had been given the right to properly respond at a hearing by the immigration bureau, but officials found out that she had engaged in activities that breached the conditions of her visa.
Fox, in a statement, thanked the Filipinos for all the learning she said she had gained while working for almost three decades in the Philippines.
“I may lose my right to be in the Philippines, but I can never lose the learnings and beautiful memories,” Fox said, expressing hope that Manila would reconsider its decision.
The influential Catholic Church has often locked horns with Duterte, questioning his violent methods in his administration’s anti-drug war in which thousands have been killed since he became president in 2016.
Outrageous, unbelievable, legislators say
Sen. Risa Hontiveros, who has been among those actively questioning Duterte’s drug war, said ordering the expulsion of a nun who had been working to help the poor here during the past 27 years was “outrageous, unbelievable.”
“It is an act that promotes further the climate of impunity in the country rather than secures our sovereignty,” Hontiveros said.
“Is the Duterte government saying that Sister Patricia is more dangerous than alleged big-time drug lord Peter Lim? So we deport nuns while we let known and self-confessed drug lords roam free?” she said.
Shortly after he became president, Duterte had carried around a supposed list of politicians, judges, police and military officers whom, he said, were involved in the illegal-drug trade. At least three of those on the list have been gunned down by the police, including one who had surrendered but was bizarrely slain while in detention.
Lim was a suspected high-profile drug lord who was one of those named by Duterte. But he managed to have a meeting with Duterte at the presidential palace in 2016, with Duterte only giving him a reprimand.
Senate President Aquilino Pimentel, Duterte’s ally, said he found nothing wrong with the deportation order against Fox.
“I think that is within the power of our immigration bureau. Especially if the foreigner has violated some of our laws,” he said.
On April 17, immigration agents detained Fox for allegedly being an undesirable alien. She was picked up from her apartment and then freed the next day after her case gained traction on social media.
Felipe Villamor in Manila contributed to this report.

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Using traditional fabrication methods just wouldn’t work, so this company took its additive manufacturing to a new level.
Allegiant Stadium is known as the Death Star to endearing fans of the Raiders NFL team, and rightfully so. The stadium is a massive, futuristic landmark on the Las Vegas skyline. Despite its futuristic design, the home of the Raiders stays true to the history of the football team with a memorial to its beloved coach and general manager, the late Al Davis.
The Al Davis memorial was part of the plan for the Raiders’ home in Vegas for some time, but it wasn’t until the team at Dimensional Innovations (DI) started on the design that things really took off.
A Massive Memorial
While the headline of “world’s largest” tends to get attention, it doesn’t give the enormity of this sculpture enough credit. The Al Davis memorial is 93 feet tall and is composed of 226 3D-printed subcomponents, each individually weighing on average 350 pounds. There are 5,580 printed layers of material (23 cubic yards) and the printed material cumulatively weighs 83,000 pounds installed.
It’s a massive structure.
When presented with the initial render, the team at DI knew that the size and shape of this structure would require some special engineering and structural calculations. While it wasn’t the most intuitive choice, the team landed on 3D printing as the solution to creating this massive piece of art.
The Al Davis Memorial isn’t just 3D printed, though. The upper 60 percent of the torch is clad in 1,148 unique aluminum panels, each custom machined to create a perfect symmetry for the tower. Altogether, assembled with the 3D-printed structure and aluminum exterior, the structure weighs 101,228 pounds.
Why 3D Printing?
While additive manufacturing has gained in popularity and made advances in technical capabilities, most engineers and architects immediately wonder why 3D printing would be chosen for such a structure. Many might even think it was more of a marketing gimmick than a necessary fabrication method.
In fact, the engineering team at DI decided to use additive technologies because they made the most structural and economic sense.
“When we were approached about bringing the torch to life, there were certain constraints we had to work against (budget, appearance, weight, height and timeline),” said Brandon Wood, Innovation Lab manager. “After exhausting nearly every method of design and engineering, we determined that traditional building solutions wouldn’t work. That’s when we considered additive manufacturing as an alternative.”
3D printing allowed the team to meet all its requirements, including being rated for fire resistance. That’s why they worked with Thermwood in Dale, Ind. to purchase one of the largest 3D printers in North America. Thermwood’s Large Scale Additive Manufacturing (LSAM) machines are designed to print using reinforced thermoplastic composite materials.
“After rigorous software development to get the machine to create something it wasn’t designed to create, we got to work building two of the massive printed parts every day,” Wood explained.
“The material choice was a critical one,” said Jared Nelson, senior design engineer at DI. “At first, we wanted to use ABS/CF because it was proven by testing and parts made by our machine OEM. ABS prints easier and is also less expensive than the material we ended up with, which is Polycarbonate reinforced with 20% Carbon Fiber by weight. ABS was eliminated because of the fire code requirements of Clark County, Nevada.”
Regardless of material, one of the challenges was staying within an ideal print temperature window due to the sheer size of the parts being produced. Just like delamination that can occur with more common-size 3D printers, a part that is too large or a print speed that is too slow can lead to layer times being too long—causing poor part strength due to layer adherence. On the opposite end of the spectrum, a part that is too small or a travel that is too fast could result in layer times being too short, resulting in sagging geometry or, in the case of LSAM, sending the machine into “hot hold.”
Ben Hansen, research and development engineer, explained, “At the time, almost all the parts being made using this new, large-scale style of FDM were either purely experimental or were more geared towards tooling. In other words, the final printed part would be the form or mold from which final parts would be made using more traditional methods.”
This is where the learning curve came in.
Read more at ENGINEERING.com


Process Automation: Empowering Your Business with Tailored Software Solutions
Process automation has evolved into an essential practice for businesses striving to enhance their operations. By leveraging specialised tools, it becomes possible to streamline repetitive tasks, allowing the team to focus their efforts on more strategic activities.
This approach is indispensable for companies aiming to achieve heightened operational efficiency. Through the adoption of dedicated tools, workflow optimisation becomes achievable, enabling the allocation of resources towards more pertinent tasks.
Amidst the increasingly intricate demands of the corporate world, process automation emerges as a strategic ally. The tools highlighted within this article offer an array of features, ranging from specific task automation to seamless integration of diverse applications, thus positioning them as invaluable allies for the success of your company. Stay tuned for more insights.
1. Work Project
The Work Project is a versatile and comprehensive tool designed to automate tasks and enhance efficiency in business projects. With advanced task management features, team collaboration capabilities, and progress monitoring, the Work Project offers an intelligent solution for companies seeking to refine workflow and boost productivity.
Its intuitive interface and customisable functionalities allow for easy adaptation to the specific needs of each company. Furthermore, the tool provides detailed dashboards, delivering crucial insights into project progress in real-time. This facilitates swift and well-informed decision-making, contributing to project success.
Through automated task assignment, the Work Project ensures that every team member is well-informed about their responsibilities and deadlines, optimising collaboration and preventing work overload. By utilising it, your company will be on the path to intelligent project automation.
UiPath stands at the forefront of Robotic Process Automation (RPA), featuring an intuitive yet potent interface for automating intricate tasks. Ideal for processes involving application interaction, it ensures remarkable efficiency and precision.
Moreover, UiPath presents advanced artificial intelligence and machine learning capabilities, perpetually refining automated processes and seamlessly adjusting to business requirements. This all-encompassing, formidable solution propels automation across diverse sectors.
Zapier is an automation tool that links distinct applications and services, enabling the creation of bespoke integrations. Its extensive array of available connections empowers teams to streamline processes by automating data transfer across various platforms, saving time and reducing manual errors.
With a user-friendly interface, Zapier allows for custom “Zaps” between applications, enhancing operational efficiency and real-time data integration. It provides detailed reports for tracking performance and identifying enhancement opportunities. With Zapier, automation becomes a potent ally for business growth and success.
4. Microsoft Power Automate
Microsoft Power Automate, formerly known as Microsoft Flow, stands as the automation solution from the technological powerhouse Microsoft. This tool empowers the creation of automated workflows for services such as SharePoint, OneDrive, and Microsoft Teams. The user-friendliness and seamless integration with other Microsoft applications render Power Automate an enticing choice for businesses already immersed in the company’s ecosystem.
With a user-friendly interface, this tool remains accessible even to those who aren’t programming experts, simplifying the process of automation. By harnessing its functionalities, companies can optimise operations, boost productivity, and enhance collaboration across various Microsoft services.
Selenium is a tool designed for web page testing automation. Perfect for repetitive tasks, it enables the creation of scripts that automate actions within browsers, saving time and resources in quality verification processes.
By embracing Selenium, companies can elevate testing efficiency and achieve more accurate results, ensuring the integrity and reliability of their online products and services. With this tool, testing automation becomes a potent ally in enhancing the quality of projects developed by the company.
Asana is a prudent choice for adept project management. With its intuitive features, it enables the creation of tasks, deadlines, progress tracking, and team collaboration – all in one place. This tool aids in averting email overload and provides a clear view of all project stages.
By embracing Asana, teams can function in a more organised and collaborative manner, enhancing internal communication and keeping all members abreast of project developments. With its user-friendly interface and comprehensive functionalities, Asana streamlines planning, execution, and successful project delivery, rendering it an essential solution for companies aiming to optimise their project management processes.
Mailchimp stands as a premier marketing automation platform, empowering the creation of segmented and personalised email marketing campaigns. With automated sending and results tracking, the tool saves time while amplifying the effectiveness of the company’s marketing strategies.
By harnessing Mailchimp, companies can achieve heightened engagement with their target audience, delivering customised messages at the opportune moment. Furthermore, the in-depth analysis of metrics enables continual adjustments and enhancements to campaigns, driving returns on digital marketing investment. With Mailchimp, automation becomes a potent ally for the growth and success of the company’s marketing strategies.
Slack: Streamlining Internal Communication for Tailored Software Solutions
Slack serves as a potent tool to elevate internal communication and expedite corporate collaboration. Boasting a range of automation features, such as integration with other tools and custom bots, Slack enhances team productivity by centralising conversations and minimising the need to toggle between platforms.
With its intuitive interface, Slack simplifies the sharing of information and files, enabling swift and effective communication among team members. Furthermore, the capability to create automated workflows through bespoke integrations heightens operational efficiency and propels collaboration on intricate projects, rendering Slack an indispensable tool for companies striving to optimise their internal communication.
Pipedrive stands as a tool centred on sales automation and customer management. With an intuitive interface, it enables the automation of repetitive tasks for sales representatives and the tracking of business progress across various stages of the sales funnel.
By harnessing Pipedrive, companies can optimise their sales strategies, elevate the efficiency of their sales team, and enhance client relationships. The centralisation of information and process automation streamline sales management, rendering Pipedrive an essential tool for business growth and success.
10. Google Docs
Google Docs presents an exceptional option for easing collaboration and automation in document creation and editing. Real-time sharing, version control, and the ability to create standardised templates are features that drive team productivity in projects requiring joint work on documents.
This cloud-based tool enables multiple individuals to edit a document simultaneously, delivering a collaborative and swift experience. Furthermore, process automation, such as utilising pre-formatted templates, accelerates document creation and standardises content, ensuring greater consistency in team outputs.
Google Docs emerges as an efficient solution for enhancing document work efficiency, as well as improving communication and cooperation among team members.
Accelerate Your Deliveries
In essence, process automation is crucial for the sustainable growth of a business, mitigating errors, enhancing efficiency, and enabling the team to focus on strategic activities that yield higher financial returns for the enterprise.
By making the right choice of tools, the company can substantially enhance its workflows and, subsequently, its competitiveness in the market. Nonetheless, if none of the aforementioned tools align with your company’s needs, Ubistart can create a tailor-made software solution. Get in touch with one of our consultants today!


Technical Support 101: Common Issues on Resistive and Capacitive Touchscreens
Ever since it was first developed, touchscreen technology has enabled many industries to optimise their production processes. Aside from its accurate touch response time, it was also designed to withstand a wide temperature range in varying work conditions.
As a matter of fact, panel PCs with touchscreen capabilities are widely used in industrial applications. One example is in the food processing industry where industrial computers feature interactive displays which help streamline operations. Read more: https://bit.ly/2tDZs7U


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HENRY COUNTY, AL (WSFA) - The body of the third fisherman missing since last week has been recovered hours after the trio's boat was found Monday morning in south Alabama, Henry County Sheriff Will Maddox has confirmed.
The body of Keith Price was recovered Monday afternoon.
Dive teams and dogs located the body of John White, a Headland resident, on Sunday, according to Henry County Coroner Derek Wright.
Dive crews recovered the body of Timothy Arnold Evans, also of Headland, on Friday.
The men left Wednesday night to go fishing on Thomas Mill Creek but did not return. They were reported missing the next day.

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Women in the United Kingdom who donate their eggs may soon receive an incentive of £750, a move which seeks to draw more donors to donate their eggs in a bid to help many childless couples.
This purpose of this move is to avert a serious problem in getting donors which is forcing many childless couples to look abroad for eggs and sperm for their IVF treatment.
The shortage occurred after 2005, when a law pertaining to donor anonymity was withdrawn and this meant that children of egg and sperm donors could actually find them. This did not seem like a great idea to many enthusiastic donors.
Some critics are of the opinion that paying donors for egg donation may spark a new trend where people choose to donate just for a fast buck.
On the same hand, some mothers also feel that £750 is a small compensation for the effort, time, discomfort and even pain faced by women who opt for this method.


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Most Popular Route
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The most popular airports for Cebu Pacific are Cebu City Mactan Intl, Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl, and Davao City Francisco Bangoy according to our data. Flights to or from any of these airports should be available via Cebu Pacific year-round.
A flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl to Kalibo, which has 0 stops, is ₹ 2,818 which is the least expensive round-trip domestic flight that Cebu Pacific offers. The cheapest one-way Cebu Pacific ticket is flying from Puerto Princesa to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl. You can expect to pay around ₹ 1,492 per ticket. This flight has 0 stops.
Flying from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl to Hong Kong Intl with Cebu Pacific for ₹ 7,045 is the least expensive round-trip international flight we could find with this airline. This route typically has 0 layovers. For a one-way international Cebu Pacific flight, the cheapest we could find was for ₹ 3,564. This is a flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl to Hong Kong Intl with 0 stops.
No, you will need to book a flight with Cebu Pacific out of Dubai Intl because the airline doesn’t have scheduled flights from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl at this time. If you still wish to fly from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl, then consider booking with Emirates.

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Kaia Gerber stuns at i-D Iconography signing at Paris Fashion Week as she admits she was 'skeptical' over being a model like mum Cindy Crawford
She is only 18 years old and already one of the fashion world's most in demand models.
But, Kaia Gerber admits she was 'skeptical' about becoming a model, like her mother Cindy Crawford, at first and when her career started to take off, she would refuse 'special treatment' because of her family connections.
The catwalk star discusses her modelling career in the new Icons and Idols issue of i-D Iconography, which she was seen signing copies of at an event held for Paris Fashion Week on Friday.
Beauty: Kaia Gerber, 18, stunned while stopping by to sign copies of her new i-D Iconography cover at The Broken Arm i-D event for Paris Fashion Week on Friday
Clearly thrilled with her magazine cover, Kaia was seen proudly posing with a copy while looking glam in a chic checked blazer.
The beauty was sporting flawless make-up, that boasted a dewy complexion and a bronzed shimmer to frame her eyes, and she wore her short brunette locks over to one side in stylish curls.
In her interview for the fashion-led publication, Kaia discusses how she found growing up with iconic supermodel Cindy as her mother and she admits it took her a long time to realise how huge her mum was in the modelling industry.
Smile: Clearly thrilled with her magazine cover, the teen model was seen proudly posing with a copy while looking glam in a chic checked blazer.
Stunning: The beauty was sporting flawless make-up and wore her short brunette locks over to one side in stylish curls
Look at her now: In the Icons and Idols issue, the model reveals she was initially 'skeptical' about pursuing a career on the catwalk and following mum Cindy Crawford
'I knew she did it, but I didn't really realise it was a job? Like if your parents are doctors or lawyers, that's a different thing. It wasn't like, "Cindy Crawford" was my mum, she was just mum and she happened t be a model.
'It was only when I started working in the fashion industry that I began to really grasp her impact and influence.'
Revealing that her mother 'never pushed' her into modelling, Kaia explained how she first found her way in the fashion industry and admits that when she was first approached, she was 'very skeptical' and was concerned about growing up in the public eye.
'I never really imagined 'modelling' was something I could do,' she said. 'As I started to get older, people began approaching me... and I was very skeptical.
Revealing her mother 'never pushed' her into modelling, Kaia explained when she was first approached to do it, she had concerns - especially about growing up as a teen in the public eye
Family connections: Kaia also discussed how she found growing up with iconic supermodel Cindy as her mother and admitted it took her a long time to realise how huge her mum was in the modelling industry
Doing it for herself: Kaia added that she is 'very aware of the special circumstances' and 'preconceived' ideas people have as her, because of her family connections
'It’s hard enough growing up, as a woman, with all those changes you go through as a teenager… to do that in the public eye is really scary. You need to be really confident.'
Kaia added that she is 'very aware of the special circumstances' and 'preconceived' ideas people have as her, because of her family connections.
It's because of that she says, she would go out of her way to make a good impression and if she was ever offered 'special treatment' she refused to take it.
Nowadays, Kaia is regarded as part of the model elite and is often rubbing shoulders with the likes of Bella and Gigi Hadid, Kendall Jenner, Irina Shayk, Doutzen Kroes, Joan Smalls, Winnie Harlow and Jourdan Dunn.
She has regularly appeared in Fashion Week this year, storming the runway across New York, London, Milan and Paris.
Following in her footsteps: Kaia is regarded as part of the model elite, alongside Bella and Gigi Hadid, and has regularly appeared in Fashion Week this year, storming the runway across New York, London, Milan and Paris
Strike a pose: The beauty was seen showing off her model credentials while posing alongside Alastair Mc Kimm and Ricardo Fumanal at Friday's signing

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A Complete Guide To Treks And Waterfalls In Chikmagalur
By Soumya Pawaskar
18 Jan, 2024
When you think of Chikmagalur, the first thing that comes to your mind is coffee, rightfully earning the title of the “Coffee Land” of Karnataka. But this offbeat destination in the southern part of India extends far beyond its coffee plantations. With its breathtaking waterfalls and variety of treks ranging from easy to moderate, Chikmagalur emerges as an ideal destination for adventure travel.
Tea Estates of Chikmagalur
While this place gracefully dons its beauty throughout the year, the allure peaks during the monsoon season, making Chikmagalur truly majestic. We have curated a list of must-do treks and waterfalls in Chikmagalur that will totally leave you awestruck by the beauty this city beholds.
Scenic hillsides of the route to Baba Budangiri in Chikmagalur
First, let’s explore the waterfalls in Chikmagalur, based on their drive time from The Hosteller, Chikmagalur . As the monsoon season begins here in June and lasts until September, an array of waterfalls come to life, making the monsoon season undoubtedly the best time to visit this hill station in Karnataka. However, gems like Kodambi Falls and Manikyadhara Falls retain their breathtaking beauty even beyond the monsoon season, extending their presence until early summer.
Pro tip: Due to the prevalence of leeches in this area, it is advisable to wear suitable attire as a precautionary measure to protect yourself from any harm. Carry an extra pair of clothes in case you want to take a dip in the waterfall.
Scenic view of Chikmagalur mountains covered in clouds
Jhari Falls, 30 mins
A scenic view of the Jhari Falls surrounded by lush greenery
Jhari Waterfalls in Chikmagalur, also known as Buttermilk Falls, is a 328-ft high waterfall, which makes you travel inside a private coffee estate to witness this beauty. Hiking through the forest is the best way to reach its base. Alternatively, there are private jeeps to take you here.
A closeup shot of the Jhari Falls
To witness the enchanting Jhari Waterfalls in Chikmagalur, consider arriving early in the morning. The glistening rainbow hues on the water droplets, illuminated by the direct rays of the sun, promise a magical experience for travellers. You can take a dip in this large natural water body, embracing the tranquillity it offers.
Shankar Falls, 55 mins
Beautiful Shankar Falls gracefully descending from the cliff
Situated in the southwest direction, Shankar Falls is approximately 37 kilometres away from The Hosteller Chikmagalur. You will find this beautiful waterfall on your way to Sringeri from Chikmagalur. You can always choose to extend your day trip by also visiting Sringeri, a beautiful hill town known as the land of temples.
The gushing waters of the enchanting Shankar Falls cascade down gracefully
A serene place for nature enthusiasts, Shankar Falls is a hidden treasure in the dense forest of the Chikmagalur district. Located deep inside the jungles, you need to trek for about 0.8 Kilometers to reach this majestic waterfall. Needless to say, all you can hear are birds chirping and the sound of water streaming from the hills on your way to this waterfall. Get the chill pill vibe when the freshwater touches your feet!
Manikyadhara Falls, 57 mins
Serene landscape of Manikyadhara Falls (Source - Gudlu Resorts)
Manikyadhara Falls is a stunning waterfall located in the Baba Budan Giri hills of Chikmagalur. As you explore this waterfall, trek enthusiasts can also embark on the Baba Budan trek, a highlight we've detailed in our subsequent list of the finest treks in Chikmagalur. The waterfall is about 30 meters high and is formed by the River Nethravathi.
Lush greenery surrounds Manikyadhara Falls (Source - Trawell.in)
One of the unique features of Manikyadhara Falls is its religious significance. This waterfall in Chikmagalur is believed to be sacred and is visited by many devotees who come to take a dip in its holy waters. The waterfall is also a popular spot for trekking and hiking, with many trails leading to its base.
Kallathigiri Falls/ Kalhatti Falls, 1 hour
Crystalline waters of Kallathigiri waterfall gracefully cascades down the rocks
Kallathigiri or Kalhatti waterfall in Chikmagalur, originates and gushes down from Chandra Drona Hills, at a height of about 400 feet, the place offers an excellent view of the surrounding valleys. Located to the north of 'The Hosteller Chikmagalur,' this majestic waterfall is easily accessible by renting a bike. For an enhanced experience, it is recommended to visit Kallathigiri Falls early in the morning.
Famous Veerabhadreshwara Temple at the Kallathigiri waterfall
This waterfall is quite famous amongst the religious people and locals because of the Veerabhadreshwara Temple, which is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple hosts an annual fair for three days around March-April, a tribute to Lord Veerabhadra, attracting devotees from across the country.
Hebbe Falls, 1 hr 24 min
View of enchanting Hebbe Waterfall
Hebbe Falls is a stunning waterfall in Chikmagalur situated amidst dense forest and coffee plantations in Chikmagalur. It cascades down from a height of 550 feet in two stages to form Dodda Hebbe (Big Falls) and Chikka Hebbe (Small Falls).
View of Hebbe Waterfall gracefully cascading
A small pool formed by the falls at its base is ideal for a dip and short swim. It is believed that the waters of these falls are infused with herbs and can cure skin diseases, thus attracting a large number of tourists.
Kadambi & Elaneeru Falls, 3 hours
View of beautiful Kadambi waterfall (Source - Trawell.in)
Nestled within the lush surroundings of Kudremukh National Park, Kadambi and Elaneeru Falls offer a splendid escape into nature's embrace. Kadambi Waterfall, situated approximately 13 kilometres to the west of Kudremukh, stands at a height of 30 feet, surrounded by flourishing greenery. A delightful trek leads you to the beauty of Kadambi Waterfall, where you can rejuvenate your senses by taking a dip or shower under its chilling water.
The serene ambience by the stream, creating its own sweet music as water rushes down the rocks, adds to the peaceful and relaxing experience. It is advisable to plan your visit to this waterfall at sunrise. Starting early in the morning provides ample time to explore Kudremukh National Park as well.
Cascade of the majestic Elaneeru falls descending amidst the lush greenery (Source - Trawell.in)
A short 45-minute journey from Kadambi Falls, in the east direction of Kudremukh, brings you to Elaneeru Falls, also known as Coconut Falls. Standing at a majestic height of 80 feet, this waterfall, formed by the River Elaneeru, is surrounded by dense forests and scenic landscapes, making it a popular destination for nature lovers and photographers.
One of the unique features of Elaneeru Falls is the abundance of coconut trees around the waterfall, which gives it its name. Both Kadambi and Elaneeru Falls present an ideal sanctuary for those in search of tranquillity amidst the natural wonders of Chikmagalur. The added bonus? With proper timing, you can effortlessly explore both waterfalls in a single day.
People trekking through the lush green landscapes of Chikmagalur
Having explored the mesmerizing waterfalls that adorn the landscape of this offbeat destination, now we move to another dimension of adventure travel – trekking. If you want to witness the best views in Chikmagalur, embarking on the trek is the ideal way. So, there are numerous waterfalls in Chikmagalur that are worth exploring. We've narrowed down on 4 best treks in Chikmagalur based on their popularity, accessibility and stunning views that you cannot miss!
Pro tip :
It’s very important you’re stocked with enough water and food during a trek (hydration is key!). Nuts, dried fruit, muesli bars and chocolate are all good, quick sources of energy and protein; keep a selection of these healthy snacks in your daypack. While you’re in training mode, try to eat and drink ‘on the go’ as much as you can, so your body can get used to digesting during strenuous exercise.
Mullayanagiri Trek; Grade: Easy
Majestic view of Mullayanagiri range of mountains, the highest peak in Karnataka
Do you know? Even though Mullayanagiri claims the title of the highest peak in Karnataka, standing tall at 1930 meters (6330 feet), the trek is surprisingly accessible. Renowned for its popularity, this trekking destination is favoured for its ease and rewards adventurers with breathtaking scenery along the way. The summit of Mullayanagiri has a small Shiva temple. The name ‘Mullayanagiri’ comes from Saint Mulappa Swamy's tomb at the peak. Legend has it that the saint meditated in the caves around this hill.
Stunning view from the Mullayanagiri Peak
The trek starts from Sarpadhari, which is at a distance of 15 km from Chikmagalur. It has two peak points. The lower peak point is Mullayanagiri, at a distance of 3 km and the higher peak point is Baba Budangiri, at a distance of 10 km. The best time to go for this trek is between September and March. The starting point of this trek is just a 40 mins drive from The Hosteller, Chikmagalur making it the best stay in Chikmagalur.
Baba Budangiri Trek; Grade - Moderate
Breathtaking view at the summit of the Baba Budangiri hills
Baba Budangiri is a famous mountain situated in the Baba Budan Range of the Western Ghats. It is a famous pilgrimage site for both Muslims and Hindus and is known for its shrine dedicated to Hazrat Dada Hayat Khalandar, a 17th century Sufi saint. Legend holds that he introduced the coffee plant to India, carrying seven raw beans from the port of Mocha, Yemen, upon his return from Hajj in 1670. These beans were planted on the slopes of Chandradorna Hills in Chikmagalur, later named Baba Budangiri in his honour, where his tomb stands. The first coffee is believed to have been cultivated around 1670 AD on the Baba Budangiri hill, Chikmagalur.
Spectacular valley view from Baba Budangiri hills
This trek in Chikmagalur starts from Sarpadhari, which offers the enthralling views of both Mullayanagiri Peak at 1930 m and Budangiri Peak at 1895 m, making them appear like a crescent moon, known as the Chandra Drona Range. The best time to visit Baba Budangiri is around March to April since it’s the primary flowering season in these hills. The average minimum temperature around this time is around 24 degrees Celsius. Sporadic showers are also experienced at this time of the year. It's a mere 1-hour drive from the Hosteller, Chikmagalur.
Kemmanagundi Trek; Grade - Easy
Picturesque landscapes adorned with lush greenery at Kemmangundi Hills (Source - Gudlu resort)
Kemmanagundi, popularly known as KR Hills, is among the most beautiful treks in Chikmagalur. It is situated about 52 km away from The Hosteller, Chikmagalur. The peak stands at an elevation of 1434 m above sea level, and offers breathtaking views of the flourishing valleys, gushing waterfalls and streams, and aromatic coffee plantations.
Netravati Peak; Grade - Moderate
Breathtaking allure of lush greenery at Netravati Peak (Source - Wikimedia Commons)
Netravati trek is a stunning trek that falls in the Kudremukh range and is 3 hours away from The Hosteller. Embark on the exhilarating Netravati peak trek as you venture through enchanting forests teeming with gushing streams. Brace yourself for an adrenaline-pumping experience as you navigate slippery rocks and icy waters, making each step a thrilling conquest.
Clouds gracefully casting shadows over the majestic Netravati Peak (Source - Highhawks.in)
The best time to go for the Netravati trek is during the post-monsoon season i.e., from August to October. During this time, the place enjoys a beautiful blend of spring energy and greenery all around. The weather also remains quite favourable for joining on a trek.
Imagine sipping coffee amid lush landscapes, exploring mesmerizing waterfalls, and trekking through the Western Ghats – what more could you ask for? Now, it's time to turn this imagination into reality. Pack your bags and let Chikmagalur unfold its wonders for you.


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Advanced Traditional Screeding commits £6k a year to Dunfermline Foodbank
Fife-based specialist flooring contractor Advanced Traditional Screeding (ATS) has joined forces with the Dunfermline Foodbank to help fight poverty and hunger in the region.
Part of a nationwide network of foodbanks supported by the Trussell Trust, the charity provides three days of nutritionally balanced emergency food and support to local people in crisis.
ATS, whose headquarters are in Rosyth, will be making monthly donations of £500 to the foodbank as part of the company’s ongoing charity commitment.
“Partnerships like this are a very important part of who we are,” said ATS managing director Jason Lister.
“We firmly believe that everyone should have access to the necessities of life and we are committed to making a difference through several initiatives in our community.
“We often sit as a team and discuss how we can collectively help various charities and initiatives.
“2023 sees a host of events and challenges being undertaken by ATS staff, from simple 5km runs to marathons.
“Caring for our staff, customers, suppliers and community is one of five core values we have agreed on as a group. With our monthly donation, we are helping to provide vital assistance to those in need in our local area.
“The work the Dunfermline Foodbank does is incredible and we would urge other businesses in the area which are not already doing so to consider getting involved as it is a vital bridge and resource locally.
“They are true local heroes and we hope this is the start of a long relationship.”
The Dunfermline Foodbank has five centres across Fife, covering 125 square miles, and project manager Sandra Beveridge said: “We are delighted to be receiving £500 per month from ATS and so very grateful.
“This will go a long way in ensuring stock levels are up to maximum and will help with our future planning.
“So many people in the south-west Fife area will benefit from this. It is honestly such an amazing gesture, we can’t thank ATS enough.”


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Morbid obesity and its associated metabolic diseases are on the rise in the United States. Currently, the best treatment for obesity is bariatric surgery where both roux-en-Y gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy offer substantial weight loss. Unfortunately, 20% of patients who undergo bariatric surgery fail to lose enough weight defined as less than 50% of excess body weight loss or regain of weight. For those patients who fail to lose weight after bariatric surgery and have failed maximal medical therapy and diet supervision, the treatment is re-operation and revision. Re-operation of the abdomen carries significant postoperative morbidity and mortality. The investigators propose to use the Apollo OverStitch endoscopic suturing device that has already been approved by the FDA as an option for bariatric surgery revision without having to re-operate on the patient. The investigators believe that the endoscopic technique may be able to provide weight loss without having to re-operate on the patient.
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Farmer’s Institute – 351 Rainbow Road, Salt Spring Island
Celebrate Salt Spring Island’s rich farming heritage at it’s oldest community event – the Fall Fair! Locals and visitors alike mingle on the grounds of the Farmers’ Institute, in action since 1895, while taking in demonstrations, races, competitions and hundreds of displays while also enjoying entertainment and delicious fair food! Also explore the fairway, play games and maybe even enter into a competition yourself! Celebrations and competitions have changed somewhat through the years, but much is still as it was when agriculture was the backbone of the economy!
- When: Saturday, September 14th to Sunday, September 15th, 2019
- Times: 9:00am to 6:00pm
- Where: Salt Spring Island Farmers’ Institute: 351 Rainbow Road
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Visit the Salt Spring Island Farmers’ Institute website to view the Fall Fair catalogue for more information on this event!
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and the local dish which looks like lasagne made with Penne (the name escapes me, its not Mousaka) which was excellent.
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Hours before one of the most important days of his life, Thakarius Keyes sat in a chair in his hometown to get a haircut.
Keyes felt it was important to look his best during the third and final day of the NFL Draft. All the information the cornerback from Tulane had gathered before the draft suggested that he would be selected in the fifth, sixth or seventh round (Day 3).
The man responsible for ensuring that Keyes’ hair looked good was Alfred Weathersby, who Keyes calls his uncle. Growing up in Laurel, Miss., Keyes began his journey in football the same way Weathersby did, playing for the same Pee Wee team: the Chiefs.
“My uncle is a big Chiefs fan,” Keyes said. “He put the big Kansas City Chiefs cape on me when I was getting (the) haircut.”
Keyes and his family then watched the draft for more than six hours at his home that Saturday — each hour more agonizing than the previous — before they heard his name announced on TV.
Yet the person most nervous that day wasn’t Keyes or his uncle. It was Tonya Weathersby, Keyes’ legal guardian. Keyes, 22, did his best to calm Weathersby, the woman who has helped raise him since he was 8 years old. Their solution that day, as it has been throughout their relationship, was to pray.
“Our prayer was, ‘Lord, wherever you send him, just take care of him,’” Weathersby said. “And here we are, with the Kansas City Chiefs!”
Keyes and Tonya Weathersby, his legal guardian. (Courtesy of Weathersby)
Just as Tonya Weathersby finished cooking dinner for her family, Keyes, who held a plate in one of his hands, received a phone call from Chiefs coach Andy Reid. The Chiefs didn’t have a seventh-round pick when the day began, but the team executed a small trade to select Keyes with the 237th pick.
“When I got the call, that’s the only thing I could think about,” Keyes said of the Chiefs’ cape he wore for his haircut. “(Kansas City) being the Super Bowl champs, it just made me hungry and ready to get to work.”
Look at god 🙏🏽 lol pic.twitter.com/b0wtzYNIgT
— BoPete (@TzKeyes) April 26, 2020
Every player selected in the NFL draft, no matter the prospect’s talent or round in which he’s picked, can be considered somewhat of a gamble for their team. The Chiefs are confident Keyes can provide more production than the risk they took in the trade if he continues to develop in the same way he has the past six years. Listed at 6-foot-1 and 202 pounds, Keyes fits the type of cornerback the Chiefs covet, a player who has plenty of length and the speed to frustrate receivers.
Within minutes of their celebratory Zoom video conference, some of the Chiefs’ most prominent members — Reid, owner Clark Hunt and defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo — praised Keyes for his skills, shared their elation in maneuvering to select him and were thrilled to call him by his nickname: BoPete.
Before the draft, Keyes told the Chiefs to call him BoPete, the name everyone from Tulane and Mississippi has used. Since the draft, the Chiefs have referenced the rookie as BoPete on their website and social media accounts.
“No one calls me Thakarius,” he said, “unless they’re mad at me.”
Keyes’ nickname was given to him by Sheila Orange, his grandmother, around the time he started playing youth sports. The nickname has since become one way Keyes has honored Orange, who died in 2014. Orange took care of Keyes after his mother, Catrina Pruitt, died in 2008. Keyes started all 13 games last year in his senior season at Tulane, usually wearing a sleeve on his left arm. His right arm, usually bare, showed two tattoos that serve as tributes — a picture of his mother smiling on his forearm and his grandmother’s first name surrounded by roses on his biceps.
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After Keyes was drafted by the Chiefs, Weathersby’s home erupted with cheers and jumps in excitement. Keyes celebrated with Alfred Weathersby in the moment via FaceTime.
Tonya Weathersby, though, displayed a different level of joy for her guardian son. When Keyes wrapped his long arms around Weathersby, she was also overwhelmed by knowing she helped Pruitt’s son and Orange’s grandson reach one of his biggest dreams.
“I was in awe,” she said. “I cried.”
Football played a great role in Keyes becoming best friends with Tonya’s son, Phillip. Growing up in the same neighborhood, the two played together on the Chiefs in their Pee Wee league, learning about the NFL franchise from Alfred.
“He’s been a Chiefs fan all his life,” Weathersby said of her brother. “If you could see a couple of our videos (during) the Super Bowl, Alfred lost his voice. He couldn’t talk when the game was over.”
Alfred Weathersby, “Uncle Alfred,” Tonya’s brother and a lifelong Chiefs fan. (Courtesy of Tonya Weathersby)
Over the years, Pruitt and Tonya Weathersby became as close as their sons. The first time Keyes spent the night at someone else’s house, it was at the Weathersbys. As both families spent more time together, Pruitt and Weathersby, both single mothers, shared the same philosophy: What they expected of their son, they would also expect of their son’s best friend, and the two would hold each other accountable.
Pruitt had died in her sleep when Keyes, at age 10, attempted to wake her up before practice. After his mother’s death, Keyes lived with Orange. Weathersby continued to support and teach Keyes, even paying at times for him to play AAU basketball with Phillip.
“I told his grandmother, ‘If Phillip gets a pair of shoes, (Keyes) is going to get a pair of shoes; if they get a shirt, he’s going to get a shirt,’” Tonya Weathersby said. “I always say, ‘My boys.’ I love BoPete as if I gave birth to him.”
Keyes played just one sport — basketball — when he began his high school career at Laurel High. Known for his length and athleticism as small forward, Keyes led the Golden Tornadoes with regular drives to the basket and tenacious defense. In January 2014, in the middle of his sophomore season, Keyes was informed via phone call that Orange had died in a house fire. Like his mother’s death, Keyes said losing his grandmother was devastating.
Without a home, Keyes told Weathersby he wanted her to be his legal guardian. She encouraged Keyes to have faith in the blessings God would give him later in his life.
“Can’t nobody run the business like the Lord,” said Weathersby, who works at the Jones County (Miss.) chancery clerk’s office. “You trust God and you lean on him. Then you do your part to work hard, work smart and make good choices.”
Phillip Weathersby (left), Tonya Weathersby and Thakarius Keyes. (Courtesy of Weathersby)
In the spring of 2014, Weathersby and several of her family members traveled to Kansas City to attend her nephew’s high school graduation. The trip included a visit to Arrowhead Stadium. Weathersby and Keyes loved seeing the Chiefs’ home venue and took several photos.
A few months later, Keyes joined Phillip on Laurel High’s football team.
“It was the greatest move that I ever did,” Keyes said. “Once I got on the field, it was a great experience. My explosiveness is something I get a lot from basketball.”
Even with the nickname BoPete, Keyes was one of the tallest defenders for the Golden Tornadoes. Keyes might’ve looked like a basketball star in football pads, but coach Todd Breland learned that his newest safety, a junior, was more than capable of making highlights. He recorded 25 solo tackles and blocked two punts. Although Keyes missed half the season with a sprained ankle, he helped Laurel High win the 5A state championship.
He was a full-time starter as a senior, recording 81 tackles, two blocked punts and five interceptions, including one he returned for a touchdown. Keyes could outjump most receivers for the ball, showed plenty of closing speed in the open field and wasn’t afraid to make a hard tackle.
Even though Keyes led the Golden Tornadoes to the state championship in basketball as a senior in 2016, Weathersby could tell his love for football was stronger. Keyes’ production as a senior in football earned him a place on the All-Mississippi first team. His late-blooming skills, however, wasn’t enough to generate attention from college football’s top recruiters. He was considered a “zero-star” recruit, and he received just one scholarship offer, which came from Jackson State, a Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) program. Keyes instead signed with East Mississippi Community College, thinking he would have to prove himself at the junior-college level to earn a Division I scholarship.
But Tulane coach Willie Fritz, who was hired in December 2015, provided another opportunity, one that was unconventional. Fritz said the first day he and his new coaching staff were allowed to recruit was Jan. 14, 2016, less than three weeks before college football’s national signing day. In Tulane’s attempt to add a few players after signing day, Fritz and his assistants noticed Keyes while watching film of another player.
“I just thought, ‘Let’s give this guy a chance,’” Fritz said. “We got him to come visit our place and he probably weighed 165 pounds. But he had tremendous length.”
Keyes impressed Tulane’s coaches so much that he wasn’t redshirted in his first year, instead playing in seven games as a backup cornerback. The statistics weren’t grand for Keyes that season, but Fritz and defensive coordinator Jack Curtis noticed how he made incremental improvement with each technique and aspect of the scheme he learned.
As a sophomore, Keyes showed his toughness, playing in nine games despite dealing with multiple injuries. The combination of training, a better knowledge of his position and a larger role in Tulane’s defense led Keyes to play well as a junior in 2018, recording 12 pass breakups and an interception.
“Once he learned to get his hands on guys on the line of scrimmage, it was tough (on receivers) because he had enough speed to recover,” Fritz said of Keyes. “He’s got some things that you can’t teach a cornerback.”
Fritz also hired J.J. McCleskey, who played seven seasons in the NFL, as Tulane’s defensive backs coach.
“I had no technique coming in and he taught me everything I know, even (football) IQ,” Keyes said of McCleskey. “Even when I had a question about my position, he’d teach me more than just that.”
With 37 years of coaching experience, Fritz appreciated Keyes’ positive attitude. Keyes has thrived on competing as an underdog, but Fritz said the young player was never too prideful when it came to suggestions on how to polish his play. Just as he demonstrated at Laurel, Keyes was an overachiever who helped Fritz transform Tulane into a winning program.
The best part, Fritz said, was that Keyes often focused on being grateful — such as relishing the chance to play in front of Weathersby and his family at Tulane — rather than the disappointments of his past, whether it was being overlooked by bigger college programs or his mother and grandmother not seeing how much he has grown.
“He’s had some tough luck growing up, but he’s always had a smile on his face,” Fritz said of Keyes. “He’s got great faith, and he’s always fun to be around. If he’s having a bad day, you bring him into your office to talk to him and he cheers right back up again and he’s ready to go. He has a thirst for the game.”
The possibility of reaching the NFL for Keyes became more plausible as his senior season progressed.
Weathersby said a nice surprise was when agents began calling her house in hopes of representing Keyes after his college career. Fritz also noticed that more NFL scouts arrived at Tulane to express their intrigue in Keyes. And Keyes received the respect he desired. Tulane often assigned Keyes to cover the opponent’s best receiver yet was still successful; opposing quarterbacks completed just 45 percent of their passes to the receiver Keyes was guarding.
In 13 starts, Keyes recorded 47 tackles, six pass breakups and one interception.
“I just really loved his energy throughout the course of each game,” said Sam Madison, the Chiefs’ secondary/cornerbacks assistant. “There was no real drop-off of his intensity. You’ve got to be relentless, and you can’t be afraid to get beat. You’ve got to step back up there and go at it again. That’s what I saw out of him.”
— Kansas City Chiefs (@Chiefs) April 29, 2020
Willie Davis, one of the Chiefs’ most-tenured scouts, studied Keyes last season. Davis admired Keyes’ aggressiveness in competing for the ball and his willingness to tackle opposing skill players on screens and running plays. As a former receiver who played eight seasons in the NFL, Davis is confident that Keyes’ ability to irritate small, speedy receivers with press-man coverage in college can translate well with the Chiefs.
In addition, Davis acknowledged that a minor injury for Keyes, which prevented him from participating at the NFL Scouting Combine in late February, might have benefited the Chiefs.
“If he would’ve tested, I really think this kid would’ve gotten drafted higher, in the fifth round if not the fourth,” Davis said of Keyes. “Unfortunately, he got hurt, and luckily we were able to get back in (the draft) and get him.”
At the combine, Keyes had informal interviews with the Chiefs. The team continued to show its interest in Keyes, even after the coronavirus pandemic prevented prospects from having predraft visits at a team’s facility. Spagnuolo, Madison and defensive backs assistant Dave Merritt spent a few hours interviewing Keyes via a Webex video conference. The coaches showed Keyes how his play at Tulane was similar to what the Chiefs had their cornerbacks execute last season.
Spagnuolo then called Doug Graber, the former Rutgers coach who had hired him in 1995 as a defensive backs assistant. A few weeks before the draft, Graber trained Keyes and coordinated his predraft workout at EXOS’ facility in Pensacola, Fla., which served to substitute the cancelled pro day at Tulane. Keyes ran the 40-yard dash in a brisk 4.44 seconds. Graber, a former defensive backs assistant with the New York Jets, gave Keyes a strong endorsement to Spagnuolo.
Randy Ball, the Chiefs’ personnel scouting assistant, then called Fritz to learn more about Keyes.
“The Chiefs got a steal in the draft,” Fritz said. “Everybody is looking for big corners.”
General manager Brett Veach, the day after the draft, revealed that he considered selecting Keyes in the fifth round with the 177th pick. Instead, the team selected Mike Danna, a defensive end from Michigan. Veach said Keyes’ agent sent him a text message in the middle of the seventh round. The message showed that another team, which Veach declined to reveal, was planning to select Keyes with their pick.
So Veach called Jon Robinson, the Tennessee Titans’ general manager, to acquire the 237th pick. In exchange, the Titans received the Chiefs’ sixth-round pick in next year’s draft.
“We certainly liked him,” Veach said of Keyes. He added: “We’re all hoping that that pick is 6-32 (sixth round, 32nd pick). If that pick is 6-32, when you add in the compensatory picks in Rounds 3, 4 and 5, you’re looking at a seventh-round value. If that’s a seventh-round value and we’re swapping a seventh-round value this year for a guy that we felt was really on our board right there at that Danna selection, we felt the risk was worth the reward.”
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The Chiefs are optimistic they can push Keyes to reach his potential in the same manner they’ve developed Charvarius Ward, their third-year cornerback. On Aug. 30, 2018, Veach acquired Ward, who had been signed by the Dallas Cowboys as a non-drafted free agent in April out of Middle Tennessee State, by trading offensive lineman Parker Ehinger for him. Listed at 6-foot-1 and 198 pounds, Ward became a starter for the Chiefs late in the 2018 season. He played on 94.8 percent of the Chiefs’ defensive snaps last season, recording two interceptions, 10 pass breakups and 74 tackles.
Davis believes that once he adjusts to the speed of the NFL, Keyes can be a contributor at some point this season.
“He has a great shot of making it on special teams and then developing into that fourth corner,” Davis said of Keyes. “He has that skill set. He has that mentality. He has that work ethic.”
Keyes understands that he needs to strengthen some skills — his backpedal techniques, recognizing certain routes before the ball is thrown and relocating the ball after he turned his back to the quarterback — during his rookie season. But he’s eager to outperform the Chiefs’ initial expectations. Throughout his time at Tulane, Keyes watched Tyrann Mathieu, the Chiefs’ strong safety, to understand the sizable impact a star player in the secondary can have on the entire defense. Keyes is eager to be mentored by Mathieu.
“I see somewhat of his style in my game,” Keyes said of Mathieu. “We both like to get to the ball and we can come down and make tackles. Having him as a role model, I know he’ll push me harder.”
Before Keyes arrives in Kansas City, he plans to spend his free time with Weathersby, the woman who emboldened him to persevere. After the thrill of the draft, Weathersby said she doesn’t need Keyes to give her a grand gift Sunday for Mother’s Day.
Keyes and Weathersby realize what the next significant moment in their relationship could be. In a few months, they could return to Arrowhead Stadium, this time for Weathersby to watch Keyes play in his first home game for the Chiefs, a scene they couldn’t have imagined six years ago.
“I’m going to be cheering and crying all at the same time,” Weathersby said. “I already know.”
(Top photo of outstretched Keyes: Andy Lewis / Icon Sportswire via AP Images)


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Dutch gaming authority, the Kansspelautoriteit, has detailed that a proposed privatisation of its state owned Holland Casino has been scrapped, following increasing opposition of political groups within the Senate.
Sander Dekker, the minister for legal protection, who is responsible for gambling policy, recently revealed the withdrawing of the bill for modernisation of the gaming casino regime.
First introduced to the country’s lower house, proposals contained within the bill would’ve initially seen ten of Holland Casino’s 14 branches scattered throughout the nation sold.
In a separate sale the remaining four would’ve been let go, with plans also in place to auction licenses relating to two new locations, designed to “open up the casino market to a limited extent”.
Revealing finer details of its progression, the Kansspelautoriteit stresses that opposition came due to the bill for modernisation of the gaming casino regime coinciding with that of the Remote Gaming Act, passed earlier this year.
It is said the political groups in the Senate had increasingly indicated that they held serious doubts about the desirability of the two legislative proposals to coincide.
Due to these concerns, in a letter to Senate, Minister Dekker announced the withdrawal of the bill.
Holland’s Remote Gaming Act is to create a safe, legal market for consumers to gamble online, after Dekker revealed earlier this year that in excess of half a million Dutch people are participating in unprotected in online gambling at the moment.
Officially adopted Tuesday 19 February earlier this year, the new law is expected to come into force during Q3 2020 at the earliest, with licence applications also beginning to be accepted the same year, gaming tax is to be set at 29 per cent of GGR as it was also stressed that the act will encompass “an extensive package of measures to prevent gambling addiction”.

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In all the Tuscia territory there has always been an intense volcanic activity, and this has shaped the area creating volcanic lakes and rock formations such as tuff.
Thanks to this activity the land became very fertile, good for wine production for example, and many thermal spring were created still used nowadays for healing purposes.
It is possible to clearly see this thanks to the well-conserved villages built mainly using tuff. This towns, often placed on spurs, are little jewels you can not miss if you are visiting the Tuscia.
Discover with this article the 5 Tuscia tuff villages you must visit during your stay.
The first city that we recommend is Blera, placed on a tuff plateau separated by two deep valleys, not far from the Marturanum Regional Park and Barbarano Romano, even accessible through an interesting hiking trail.
Its name probably comes from the Etruscan "phlera". The village was an important center since the Bronze Age and later became, thanks to its strategic location between two rivers, an very important Etruscan town between the seventh and fifth century B.C.
Around it there are many interesting necropolis which show the graet activity of this villag around the first century B.C.
Bomarzo is only 20 minutes far away from Viterbo and it is particularly famous for the charming and unique Monsters Park and the Holy Wood realized by Vinicio Orsini in the seventieth century.
This project, unlike the typical italian garden of Villa Lante, has a particular architectonic structure for the period when it was built, and it is ornamented with huge tuff statues representing mythological figures and animals.
This is a tiny village between Rome and Viterbo, chosen by many local artists, for its tranquility, its tiny alleys, its tuff houses and because it is part of the Treja Park, perfect place for nature lovers.
If you want to have more information about this village i suggest you to read this articleas well: Calcata: the village build on tuff between Rome and Viterbo
Civita di Bagnoregio
Civita di Bagnoregio is known worldwide as "the dying city". After a period of neglect, the town has become a center of great interest and every year many visitors come to visit it, intrigued by its history and by its own geology.
Long time ago the village was connected to Bagnoregio, town of which it is part, by a strip of land crossed by an ancient road that connected the area of the Tiber with the Lake of Bolsena.
The erosion of the clay soil rich in waterways and the earthquake of 1695 brought down the embankment and gave rise to the famous Valley of the Calanchi that we still admire nowadays and where a concrete bridge was built.
This is the only way to reach Civita di Bagnoregio. This place in astonishing even though needs continuous interventions to prevent further erosion and landslides.
Vitorchiano is a village of lava stone that rises on a massive tuff rock. A few kilometers from Viterbo, is the perfect combination of the two most famous stones of Tuscia, the red tuff and the austere gray Peperino, we have already seen in the beautiful old town of Viterbo, and in particular in the district of San Pellegrino.

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Recent papers have pointed out that data traffic exhibits self-similarity, but self-similarity is observed only on a finite timescale. In order to account for that, we introduce the concept of pseudo long-range dependencies. In this paper, we describe a Modulated Markov process producing self-similarity on a finite timescale; the process is quite easy to manipulate and depends only on three parameters (two real numbers and one integer). An advantage of using it is that it is possible to re-use the well-known analytical queuing theory techniques developed in the past in order to evaluate network performance. A quantitative method based on the decomposability theory of Courtois is given to evaluate the domain of validity where the process exhibits pseudo long-range dependencies. The validation on a queuing problem is also discussed. Finally, we analyze the inputs of a statistical multiplexer in the context of a project called Scalability Enhancements for Connection-Oriented Networks (SCONE).


Dogs Against Roofracking has a JP chapter
Roving UHub photographer Gretchen Van Ness reports this morning from Centre Street in Jamaica Plain, where she saw:
A Toyota Camry with a very wet stuffed dog lashed to the roof wearing a t-shirt that says "Shame Us." Don't know who the owner is, but there are plenty of crazy dog people in JP! (I'm one of them, I have to admit).


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The season’s set to start truly ramping up after we return from the two-week international break that starts after the weekend, as we add in midweek matches in both the Champions League and the Carabao Cup (i.e. League Cup). The draw for the former is tomorrow, but the draw for the latter was held just a short while ago.
Unfortunately, we did not manage to avoid Premier League opposition. Fortunately, we do at least get a home match to be played on either Tuesday (Sep 21) or Wednesday (Sep 22), sandwiched between our trip away to Spurs (Sunday, Sep 19) and our home game against Manchester City (Saturday, Sep 25).
Incidentally, we will also play Villa immediately after the international break in the league (Sep 11), also at home.
The League Cup third round draw in full is as follows:
QPR vs. Everton
Preston North End vs. Cheltenham
Manchester United vs. West Ham
Fulham vs. Leeds United
Brentford vs. Oldham Athletic
Watford vs. Stoke City
CHELSEA vs. Aston Villa
Wigan Athletic vs. Sunderland
Norwich City vs. Liverpool
Burnley vs. Rochdale
Arsenal vs. AFC Wimbledon
Sheffield United vs. Southampton
Manchester City vs. Wycombe Wanderers
Millwall vs. Leicester City
Wolves vs. Tottenham Hotspur
Brighton & Hove Albion vs. Swansea City


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Barely a year after the signing of an agreement for the construction of the $5.792billion (about (N2.096trillion) Mambilla hydro-power project in Taraba State, the contract is enmeshed in a legal crisis.
The legal hitch follows moves by some forces in government to sideline the local content partner, Sunrise Power and Transmission Company Limited.
The company was awarded the Build Operate and Transfer (BOT) contract for the project in 2003.
But the issues surrounding the project are now before the ICC Arbitration Panel in Paris.
Although an amicable resolution of the legal dispute has been proposed, it was learnt the project might be stalled unless President Muhammadu Buhari intervenes in the crisis.
The Federal executive Council (FEC) on August 30, 2017 approved the award of the project to Messrs China Gezhouba Corporation, Sinohydro Corporation Limited and CGOC Group Limited.
In November 2017, the Minister of Works, Housing and Power, Mr. Babatunde Fashola signed the contract for the 3,050megawatts hydro power project.
During a state visit to China on September 7, 2018, the President of CGCC, the construction company, Prof. Lyu Ze Xiang, told the President that “our target is to commence the project early next year.”
But while the President is looking forward to the take-off of the project, the legal dispute before the international arbitration panel is yet to be resolved.
Sensing a likely legal crisis, the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Mr. Abubakar Malami, n a July 24, 2017 letter to the then Acting President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, recommended that the interest of the local partner, Sunrise Power and Transmission Company Limited, should be accommodated.
In a memo, the AGF said: “Sunrise Power and Transmission Company Limited should be engaged as Local Content Partner on the Mambilla Project as a means of accommodating its prior contractual interests on the project.”
But instead of complying with the advice of the AGF, some government officials had been trying to shut out the local content partner.
The power-play in government over local content partner has created a major hurdle for the Chinese consortium.
A source said: “In spite of the fact that this is a signature project for this administration, some government officials do not want the construction of the Mambilla Hydro-Power Project to take off early 2019 as contained in the timeline.
“And with the fresh legal dispute over the project before an international arbitration panel, the government may find it difficult to finance the plant. By its funding module, the project would be jointly financed by the Federal Government and the China Export Import (EXIM) Bank. While EXIM bank will provide 85 per cent of the cost, the Federal Government is to bear 15 per cent.
“Unknown to the President, there are vested interests in government trying to drag the nation into unnecessary legal web which might delay the construction of the new plant.
“Some of these power brokers wanted some of the billions of dollars meant for Mambilla Project to be diverted to a 1500MW solar power project.”
As at press time, it was gathered that the Federal Government was yet to reach an amicable resolution with Sunrise Power and Transmission Company Limited and Sinohydro Corporation states at the arbitration panel in Paris.
In a November 18, 2018 petition to President Buhari, the Chairman/CEO of Sunrise Power and Transmission Company, Mr. Leno Adesanya, exposed the intrigues behind the project and the need for a presidential intervention.
The petition to President Buhari was entitled “Re: Proposed Amicable Resolution in respect of ongoing $2.3 billion ICC Arbitration in Paris between Sunrise, Federal Government of Nigeria (the “FGN”) and Sinohydro Corporation states.”
His petition reads in part: ”As a result of numerous attempts to fraudulently divert billions of dollars from the 3050MW Mambilla hydropower project (the “Project”) to a 1500MW solar power project, the execution of the 3050MW Mambilla hydropower project has refused to take off the ground.
“The reason being, China Exim bank’s insistence of compliance with due process, and terms of the November 2017 EPC contract signed with the Chinese JV Partners.
“Ironically, this fraudulent multi-billion dollar solar power project was rejected by the Federal Executive Council (the “FEC”) on the 16th of August 2017 when it was fraudulently packaged with the Mambilla hydropower project as one project.
“The Solar Power project was submitted without any Feasibility studies, Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) reports, NASS budget approvals, and without any bid process (due process) in the selection of the proposed EPC contractor(s) for both the 3050MW Mambilla hydropower project and the 1500MW Solar Power project.”
”Your Excellency’s commitment to expeditiously execute the Project in June 2015 was communicated by the Honourable Attorney-General of the Federation, Mr. Abubakar Malami SAN (the “HAGF”) to the Honourable Minister of Power, Works and Housing (the “HMOPWH”) Mr. Babatunde Fashola SAN on the 20th of May, 2016; when the HAGF directed the HMOWPH to comply fully with all existing agreements between the Federal Government of Nigeria (the “FGN”) and Sunrise; basically the out-of-court Settlement, and the General Project Execution Agreement(s) of November 25th 2012.
”In view of the Presidency’s invitation for CGCOC (formerly CGC) participation in the Project, we petitioned Your Excellency, HMOPWH, and HAGF in April 2017 with evidence of previous corrupt practices CGC in May 2007 when they paid millions of dollars to a very senior Presidency official to enable CGGC/CGC sign a $1.46 billion Mambilla Civil Works contract on the 28th of May, 2007, as one of the $16 billion Nigerian Integrated Power Project (the “NIPP”) power projects.
“CGC made this confession to then President Umaru Musa YarAdua GCFR in February 2008 while on a State visit to China. The senior Presidency official admitted to then President Yar’ Adua of collecting the bribe, which led to the termination of the contract, and removal of the official from the Presidency in 2008.”
Adesanaya gave insights into the latest crisis impeding the hydro-power project.
He said on the 22nd of May, 2017, a Presidency official instructed the Ministry of Power, Works and Housing(HMOPWH) to “remove Sunrise from the Mambilla hydropower project, and instructed that CGGC, CGCOC and SINOHYDRO would execute the Project”.
He added: “Bearing in mind that Your Excellency was on medical vacation in the UK, and Professor Yemi Osinbajo SAN GCON was the Acting President.
“On the 24th of July, 2017, the HAGF reacted to our petitions by advising then Acting President Prof. Yemi Osinbajo SAN GCON that the HMOPWH should sign the $5.8 billion EPC contract with Sinohydro and CGGC (50/50), with Sunrise as the Local Content Partner to the Project.
On the 10th of November, 2017, the HMOPWH signed the $5.8 billion Mambilla hydropower EPC contract with CGGC, CGCOC and SINOHYDRO.
“As a result of this illegality, we commenced arbitration proceedings against the FGN and SINOHYDRO Corporation of China at the International Chamber of Commerce (the “ICC”) in Paris.
In February 2018, Sinohydro (owned by the Chinese Government with over $3 trillion in foreign reserves) filed a request for an amicable resolution with Sunrise.”
Adesanya also tabled four suggestions before the President in order to protect the project from being stalled by legal dispute.
He said: “In the light of the recent irreversible arbitration ruling delivered against the FGN in the UK and the United States for Nigeria to pay at least $9 billion in damages to Process and Industrial Development Company in the UK (the “P&ID) for breach of contract, our lawyer, Mr. Femi Falana (SAN) held discussions with Your Excellency in July 2018 to explore avenues for an amicable resolution, and prevent another $2 billion in damages against the FGN.
“ As a result, Your Excellency expressed your full support and approval for expeditious settlement of the dispute with Sunrise, and if possible, “in line with Your Excellency’s directive to HAGF in 2016″
“In the light of the above, and the need to urgently communicate a settlement to the Paris Arbitral panel, we hereby seek Your Excellency’s approval for the following Prayers:
- Compliance with the 24th July legal recommendation of HAGF to the then Acting President Prof. Yemi Osinbajo SAN GCON, with the signing of a new $5.8 billion EPC contract between SUNRISE/CGGC 50%, SUNRISE/SINOHYDRO 50%, with SUNRISE as the exclusive Local Content Partner to the Project.
- Immediate release of 15% (US $870,000,000.00) Counterpart funds to China Exim bank on behalf of SUNRISE, CGGC and SINOHYDRO or
- Approval for the Nigerian Sovereign Investments Authority (the “NSIA”) to immediately negotiate our Paris arbitration claims, and make payments on terms and conditions that are mutually acceptable.
- A meeting with Your Excellency, and respectfully, the Vice President, HAGF, NSIA HMOPWH, ICPC, EFCC, and the Chinese JV Partners, and the Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, to discuss the corruption and fraudulent practices delaying the execution of the project, bearing in mind the Chinese zero tolerance for corruption, and Your Excellency’s strong and against corruption.”