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What quantifies the perfect chocolate chip cookie? Everyone holds their own discretion regarding what defines this most beloved cookie, but the broad characteristics seem unanimous; a cookie with a soft chewy center, chewy but crisp golden edges, the perfect ratio of chocolate to buttery dough, a little bit of sweet with the balance of some salty, not too thick, not too thin…such a simple cookie demands such complex merits! Chocolate chip cookies are one of the most fundamental elements that a baker holds in his/her repertoire. It even seems like they need little explanation. What could be complicated about such an unassuming yet omnipresent cookie? So here I ask…why is this cookie so difficult for me to master?? I’ve spent countless hours making so many chocolate chip cookie recipes and while they’ve been graciously consumed (mostly by yours truly…occupational hazard), they’ve fallen well short of ideal. I’ve thus decided to take this cookie on head to head stopping at nothing for defeat. Let the pursuit begin…may the best cookie win.
In order to battle this cookie properly, I had to dissect and assess the role of each ingredient and how it directly affects the end result. While this might just be too much information for your interest, I personally found the process fascinating and feel compelled to share my research with you nonetheless.
While some cookies are unaffected by high altitude, this cookie proves quite the challenge. My chocolate chip cookie creations of the past have emerged completely flat due to unruly spreading and entirely too crisp lacking the desirable chewiness that they deserve.
Here are a few discoveries that I’ve made along the way to cookie perfection:
- Butter adds wonderful flavor to a cookie but at high altitude it can pose a problem by causing the cookie to spread too much when baked. I find that substituting anywhere from 1-3 Tbsp of vegetable shortening (Crisco) in place of the same amount of butter provides additional structure and prevents the cookie from spreading too much without hindering the flavor of the cookie.
- Sugar not only provides sweetness to the cookie, but also crunch. Brown sugar on the other hand, lends itself to a moist and chewy textured cookie due to its molasses content. You’ll find that most chocolate chip cookie recipes call for an equal amount of these two sugars in order to create the ideal textural balance. You can however play with these individual sugar amounts depending on if your cookie preference runs chewy or crispy.
- Letting the dough rest overnight (24-36 hours) not only allows the flavors to meld together, but also allows the dry ingredients to soak up the eggs, which will create very dry dough. This dryness creates the most perfectly textured cookie.
- After the dough is incorporated, I chill it in the refrigerator (in the mixing bowl) for about 30 minutes to one hour until it is slightly firm, then I scoop the dough into ¼ cup scoops onto a cookie sheet. At this point, I chill it overnight in the refrigerator and then double wrap the dough scoops and place in the freezer. This makes it easy (sometimes too easy) to grab individual cookie dough servings to bake so that you can enjoy fresh warm baked cookies any time!
- On this note, it is imperative to place the dough straight from the refrigerator or freezer immediately into the oven to bake. The baking time is the same whether frozen or chilled. Cold dough means firm butter, which in turn means less spreading during baking.
- Use parchment paper or Silpat liners on the cookie sheet to help prevent cookies from sticking and to make clean-up easy.
- Finishing off the cookie with a light sprinkle of sea salt just before baking truly enhances the flavors of the cookie while also balancing the sweetness.
Chocolate Chip Cookies
2 ¼ cups [+1 Tbsp for high altitude] all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp salt
2 sticks unsalted butter, at room temperature [replace 3 Tbsp with shortening for high altitude]
¾ cups granulated sugar
¾ cups dark brown sugar, packed
2 large eggs, at room temperature
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup bittersweet chips
1 cup semi-sweet chips
Sprinkle of sea salt (optional)
Whisk the flour, baking soda and the salt together in a medium bowl and set aside.
Beat the butter on medium speed until smooth and add both sugars. Beat until well incorporated and smooth, about 3-5 minutes. Add the eggs and vanilla and beat until combined.
Adjust the speed to the lowest setting and gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture. Beat until well combined.
Stir in the chocolate chips.
Place plastic wrap directly on the cookie dough surface and place in the refrigerator until chilled, about 30 minutes to 1 hour. Remove from refrigerator and form dough into ¼ cup portions using a large cookie or ice cream scoop. Return the cookie scoops (on the cookie sheet) to the refrigerator for overnight storage. After 24 hours, the cookies are ready to bake. Simply remove cookie dough from the refrigerator and place directly into the oven or double wrap the dough mounds and relocate to the freezer for longer storage.
When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 375 with the rack placed in the middle of the oven. I like to bake one sheet of cookies at a time, but if you choose to bake two sheets at a time, place the racks on the top and bottom thirds of the oven. Make sure to rotate the cookie sheets halfway through the baking time. Bake the cookies, spaced about 4” apart, until the edges are golden brown, about 15-18 minutes. Remove from oven when the center of the cookies still looks soft…trust me. Let the cookies cool on the cookie sheet for about 5 minutes and relocate to a cooling rack to cool completely (or indulge in them while they’re still warm). I like to make the cookies large (4” cookie), but if you’d prefer to make smaller cookies, make the dough balls with a medium sized cookie scoop (3” cookie) and bake for about 10-12 minutes.


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CLINTON and NEW LONDON, Conn. (WTNH) — A single red, white, and blue wreath is laid at the veterans memorial in the center of Clinton.
It is one of many ceremonies taking place throughout the state honoring veterans on this day and Congressman Courtney says that’s a good thing.
Members of VFW Post 9918 are among those who gathered in front of the monument to honor those who have come before them.
“It means so much to me, my family, to have service to this country and to be able to honor those who have served is heart warming,” says VFW Post 9918 Commander James Norrie.
A chance to remember and an opportunity to remind all there are veterans who still need help.
“Particularly what’s nice is there’s different age groups here,” says Congressman Joe Courtney who represents the 2nd district. “We’re starting to see some of the newer veterans getting engaged and active which is important.”
This is also a day to learn. Jeff Cashman of Clinton says many don’t know which star represents their home state.
“Connecticut is number 5,” says Cashman who points to the fifth star along the top row of the flag. “It’s the fifth state we signed into our union as Americans as America was growing.”
At Great Clips in Waterford veterans who come in today get a free haircut.
“We just want to say thank you to our vets,” says manager Dina Zufall. “How can you thank someone that’s willing to give their life for you.”
Others who come in to the shop and pay for a service get a free haircut card to give to a veteran.
“It’s very nice of them to do this,” says veteran George Menghi who got a trim today.
Menghi served in the Marine Corps in the late 60’s as did Michael Hatt who was at a Veterans for Peace Vigil in New London.
“Honor the dead, heal the wounded, and end the wars,” says Hatt. “We believe that diplomacy is what we need to do.”
In Groton, the Fairview Odd Fellows Retirement Community holds a pinning ceremony for residents who are veterans.
“I think it’s nice to recognize everybody,” says George Farrah who served in the Army during WWII.
Also dedicated on this Veterans day is the new memorial which sits at the Veterans Walk in Clinton.
The monument is adorned with six shields. One is for the merchant marines.
The VFW recognizes merchant marines who served between 1941 and 1944 as veterans.

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If you’re looking for an ultra-original collectible car, you’ve probably realized you’ll have to spend big money for the good stuff — think over $100,000 for a really nice Buick GNX, for instance, or a 1960s Corvette. But this car is an interesting collectible that was virtually never driven — and while it may not be an ultra-cool 1960s muscle car, it’s also a lot less expensive.
It’s a 1995 Chevy Monte Carlo, and it’s a “Pace Car Edition” from the 1994 Brickyard 400. According to the ad, just 400 of these were built, and this is number 310 — and, while the 1990s Monte Carlo wasn’t the most exciting car, this particular example is more special than most. Part of the reason for that is the “Pace Car” graphics, which are neat — but also the mileage, which stands at just 812.
Yes, that’s right: This is a ’95 Monte Carlo that’s been driven just 812 miles from new, and that’s clear from the interior and exterior. This car is in fantastic shape with almost no wear, and it’s sure to turn heads at car events due to its pace car replica status. No, again, it’s no Ferrari or Split Window Corvette — but it’s a neat, zero-mile head turner.
Most importantly, it’s not that expensive. While many other low-mileage special cars will break the bank, this one is offered for just $13,500. It’ll never be worth huge money, but it’ll always be an interesting car for a not-so-crazy figure. Find a Chevrolet Monte Carlo for sale


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Mat and Savanna Shaw
During the quarantine of the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic, father and daughter singing duo Mat and Savanna Shaw created a video that went viral.
The Deseret News shared the beginning of the Shaw’s journey.
- Mat Shaw was working in the backyard when his 15-year-old daughter surprised him with a question.
- “Can you sing ‘The Prayer’ with me?” Savanna Shaw asked her dad. “I don’t want to sing my first song alone.”
- The teenager had created an Instagram account — her first dive into the social media world — to keep in touch with her choir friends amid the coronavirus pandemic.
- For her first post, she was going to sing “The Prayer” — a hopeful song made famous by Celine Dion and Andrea Bocelli. She had loved “The Prayer” for as long as she could remember. But she was nervous and wanted her dad, who often sings around the house in Kaysville to join her.
- “She wanted me to freshen up,” said Mat Shaw, who at the time was wearing a Brigham Young University ball cap and an old family reunion T-shirt. “I was like, ‘Savanna, your choir friends aren’t going to care what I’m wearing. It’s not a big deal.’”
- So they forged ahead and recorded and posted their own rendition of “The Prayer.” Within a few days, after later posting the video to Facebook, Mat Shaw sent a screenshot to his daughter. He had circled the number of views: 2,700.
As of August 1, 2020, the views are well over 7 million.
Since February, the Shaws have posted several duets on social media, hoping to uplift others during the time of isolation. Mat Shaw said, “The one thing more contagious than a virus is hope and so we’re just doing our small part in the world to spread some hope.”
Their recording studio was their walk-in closet. “A little mic, propped up by a pair of pajama pants, plugs into an iPad. The Shaws practice and record themselves singing in this closet space, away from the daily chaos of home learning. Then, at the kitchen table, they film a video singing along to that recording.”
Although Savanna could sing, she was a shy singer. Some of her good friends did not know how well she sang until they heard her recording. She is passionate about music and joined a youth choir at the Hale Centre Theatre. When choir rehearsals were cancelled because of the pandemic she decided to use social media to share her passion.
Savanna knew her dad could help her in her dream to share her music. He had loved singing as a child and had participated in musical theater and sang in choirs in high school. He attended Weber State University on a vocal performance scholarship, although his major was accounting and after graduating he pursued his real estate business and cared for his growing family. But he sang around the house.
The father and daughter discovered that their voices blended well together. “It’s this similar tone that really you can only get from genetics. … Performing with my daughter is like beyond my wildest dreams.”
The Shaws have been featured on national outlets such as “Good Morning America” and “The Kelly Clarkson Show.”
In May, they caught the attention of Ken Davenport who is Andrew Lloyd Webber’s executive producer in North America. During an interview, the Shaws talked about their love of Broadway and how “The Phantom of the Opera” is a family favorite. Sierra Boggess, who is well known for her portrayal of Christine in the Phantom (and is one of Savanna’s idols), joined the interview. Boggess asked Savanna if she had any questions, and Savanna replied, “I can’t even think straight. I forgot English.” Davenport told her to save her questions for later because he was flying them to New York, putting them in a hotel, and giving them tickets to see “The Phantom of the Opera” when Broadway reopens.
- “You have put such love and such joy and such positivity in the world,” Davenport told the Shaws. “You’ve done obviously such good for so many millions … of people that this is just a little small something to say thank you from all of us on Broadway.”
In August 2020, the Shaw’s announced that they intended to take their music to the next level. According to the Deseret News, the Shaws turned to their fans for help by creating a new platform powered by Patreon called theshawfam.com. This enables fans to continue listening to their music and watching their videos. The Shaws also plan to produce albums and live shows.
“We’ve been thinking a lot about the direction that we want to take our music, and we are really excited to take this music maybe from like more of a hobby to something more of a career,” Mat Shaw told fans in a video Thursday night. “And it’s because of you guys that we’re able to even be having this discussion.”
The Shaws have also worked with a professional recording studio to put together their debut album, which is expected to be released in the fall of 2020.
They will be appearing with the U.S. Army Field Band concert series on August 21 through a livestream concert. Mat Shaw served in the Army National Guard for eight years.
The Shaws are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and live in Utah.

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A new method for evaluating the in situ rock strength beneath the seafloor is proposed and applied to the Nankai Trough accretionary prism. The depth-continuous in situ rock strength is a critical parameter for numerous studies in earth science, particularly for seismology and tectonics at plate convergence zones; yet, measurements are limited owing to a lack of drilled cores. Here, we propose a new indicator of strength, the equivalent strength (EST), which is determined only by drilling performance parameters such as drill string rotational torque, bit depth, and string rotational speed. A continuous depth profile of EST was drawn from 0 to 3000 m below the seafloor (mbsf) across the forearc basin and accretionary prism in the Nankai Trough. The EST did not show a significant increase around the forearc basin-accretionary prism boundary, but it did show a clear increase within the prism, ca. below 1500 mbsf. This result may indicate that even the shallow accretionary prism has been strengthened by horizontal compression derived from plate subduction. The EST is a potential parameter to continuously evaluate the in situ rock strength during drilling, and its accuracy of the absolute value can be improved by combining with laboratory drilling experiments.
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One of Jimmy Anderson’s favorite characters in Lumpkin County history is Harrison W. Riley, a large landowner, father of an undetermined number of children and whose buried treasure remains a mystery.
Anderson is a Dahlonega genealogist, history researcher, writer, storyteller and retired postmaster and businessman.
He has unearthed considerable information on the life of Riley, who on his deathbed told two of his most trusted friends about where he buried $2,000 in gold. If they told anybody else or found the gold themselves remains a mystery. That was in 1874 when gold sold for about $20 an ounce; it sells for more than $1,300 per ounce today. It would be worth even more if the gold were in the rare Dahlonega gold coins or even rarer coins minted in the private mint by Templeton Reid of Hall County.
Treasure hunters mostly searched for Riley’s gold around his plantation in White County. A story handed down by Riley descendants told of a raid on the plantation during the Civil War. It was undetermined if the raiders were Confederate or Union soldiers or just plain thieves. They searched for some of Riley’s fortune, ransacking the place, but overlooking $30,000 hidden under a pile of dirty clothes.
After Georgia seceded from the Union as the Civil War began, Riley threatened a raid on the federal mint in Dahlonega, saying the gold it held belonged to nobody in particular because of the secession. However, his childhood friend, Georgia Gov. Joseph E. Brown, intervened, Riley backed off and continued to be a strong friend and supporter of the governor.
It is speculated that Riley’s wealth resulted from an 1838 triple murder in South Carolina. In a transaction involving slaves, three people were on their way back home with their money when they stopped to camp out at the Georgia border. Two horsemen came along and killed the three with a hatchet and stole all their money.
Lawmen traced a suspect, one of Riley’s slaves named Isaac, to Dahlonega and charged him with the crime after they found some of the money on him. Isaac testified in his trial in South Carolina that Riley had promised him freedom and some of the money if he would do the deed for him. Isaac was convicted, but his testimony against his owner wasn’t believed, and Riley was never charged.
A short time later, Riley had built a large hotel on Dahlonega’s square and accumulated acreage all around as well as in Alabama.
As for Riley’s prolific fatherhood, Anderson said many of his children were born among 14 slaves he owned. Some estimated he had as many as 100 children, both black and white, but Anderson said it was probably more likely 25 to 30. Most of his life, he didn’t live with any of his women, maintaining separate residences for them and taking good care of them and their children. In his will, bequeathing property to various people, he didn’t refer to the children as “his children,” only as children of whatever mother.
One intriguing aspect of Riley’s slave ownership was Eliza Jefferson, born about 1819, who bore at least seven of Riley’s children. Anderson said he received inquiries from the curator of Monticello, Thomas Jefferson’s home place, to determine if there was any connection between Eliza and the former president. Jefferson worked numerous slaves on his plantation. No connection could be found.
In his will, Riley bequeathed to Eliza a farm in Dawson County.
Harrison W. Riley Jr., age 14, of Dahlonega joined the Confederate Army in 1861, but Anderson couldn’t confirm he was the son of Harrison W. Riley Sr. Riley Jr. was wounded at Hanover Junction, Va., in 1864, was hospitalized, later furloughed, but listed as “absent without leave” on the final muster roll.
The gravestone for Harrison W. Riley Sr. in Mount Hope Cemetery in Dahlonega, reads, “Let his faults be buried with his bones.” Somebody else wrote of him: “Harrison Riley … at the very mention of his name, Heaven blushes, Hell trembles, and the whole world shudders.”
Watch for more local history in this column next Sunday.
Johnny Vardeman is retired editor of The Times. He can be reached at 2183 Pine Tree Circle NE, Gainesville; 770-532-2326; firstname.lastname@example.org.

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The Manara Youth Center in Lebanon has a new a vocational training program. The initiative was created in response to a need the staff noticed among some of the youth who attend the Manara Youth Center programs. Not everyone learns well in a classroom setting; some need to work with their hands.
With the help of two partner churches in the U.S., Youth for Christ raised funds to open up a carpentry shop just a few blocks from the Manara building. A group of five men from several churches from Oregon volunteered to teach some of the youth how to work with wood.
For the summer workshop program, there are four classes of 8 youth each between the ages of 12 and 18. Each morning they start with a devotional and then learn how to make their very own toolbox, fitted with a few tools inside gifted by supporting churches.


B. SMYTH RELEASES MUSIC VIDEO FOR “GOLD WRAPPERS” FT. RICK ROSS
[May 31, 2016 – New York , NY ] Today, R&B singer/ entertainer B. Smyth releases the video for his new track, “Gold Wrappers” ft. Rick Ross. Click here to watch.
The sexy and colorful visual, featuring Rick Ross and DJ Khaled was directed by Mike Ho (Chris Brown, Kid Ink, Mary J. Blige) and was shot in Miami, Florida.
“Gold Wrappers” ft. Rick Ross is the follow up to his infectious song “Creep” ft. Young Thug, which was his first release since signing with Mark Pitts’ ByStorm Entertainment joint venture with RCA Records.
Singersroom describes B. Smyth as “[a] unique voice, which sounds like a mixture of August Alsina and Chris Brown,” while XXL proclaims that ” 2016 has the makings of what looks to be a breakout year for B. Smyth.”
The 24 year-old Fort Lauderdale, FL native got his start performing covers of various popular tracks from artists like Usher, Trey Songz and Miguel and posting the videos on YouTube. The performances helped B. Smyth garner millions of views as well as notoriety. Since his emergence in 2013, he has worked with the likes of 2 Chainz and Future, among others. The talented singer has since been profiled by a variety of outlets including Teen Vogue, Complex, VIBE and The Source among others.
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Fancy Pants App Review – No Kidding, It’s Fancy
By now, ‘Fancy Pants Adventure’ has become quite a prodigy among the top flash gaming websites on the web. If you haven’t heard of the title and its sequels, there’s really no excuse. The amount of evident time poured into the large adventurous environments, so many well-executed character functions and tight controls have made it one of the most marvellous platformers available for free on the internet. That absolutely amazing, sensational title has made its way into your pocket and is available for $0.99 on the App Store.
Fancy Pants is iOS publisher Chillingo’s newest title, hitting the stores late last night. Truth is, it’s also one of their best. You’ll play as Fancy Pants who is out on an adventure to traverse through many doodled environments in hopes of recovering his sister from the wrath a group of pirates. To do this, you’ll navigate through an arsenal of different level structures including Sonic-esque loops that are conquered in a similar style, long jumps and a whole lot more.
There’s so much to do in the levels that make up the game that you’ll often be lost in regards on what you should be doing next.
Each environment seemingly stretches on forever holding surprises everywhere along its [multiple] paths. Various side challenges will present themselves to you keeping the gameplay fresh at all times, and you’ll usually have to watch out for enemies that can be a hassle to deal with otherwise.
Without actual, physical buttons, Fancy Pants does a great job in providing an optimum gaming experience with its on-screen controls. The basics are, of course, the usual left and right movement and the jump buttons. There is also a down button that will mainly function as a way to duck, while all of the others can be used in succession to create various other ways for Fancy Pants to hop around the very oddly shaped platforms that populate each level. Short story even shorter: jump against a wall and keep on moving towards it will perform a wall jump, which can be used to access higher-up areas. Similarly, you can sprint and hold to the down arrow in order to slide across the floor as both a way of avoidance as well as an attack.
If you are used to platformers with extremely tight controls, however, Fancy Pants may differ a bit. With the gameplay faster than usual run ‘n’ jump games of a similar breed, considering the amount of functions that can be performed with the controls and also Fancy Pants’ (character) swag, the controls can feel a little bit floaty and sometimes a bit too responsive. This will often cause you to do something you didn’t otherwise want to do and/or drastically miss a large jump, come into contact with an enemy, etc.
Each level stretches on and on, which certainly isn’t a bad thing but rather an area that deserves much praise. Even with the inclusion of so many environments that can be played through over hours, there are other additions that make the experience that much better. Fancy Pants comes with an additional game mode included as well as other little challenges that you can attempt to complete within the main quest mode.
Though the idea may come off somewhat simple, Fancy Pants is instead quite on the contrary. Evident by the close-300MB file size, the developers have augmented what would’ve variously been the basic formula. Thanks to so many levels, a plethora of enemies, multiple game modes, a customization option for your character and a whole lot more, to say the absolute least, there’ll never be a time when you feel that the game is either lacking in content or creativity. It’s executed so well, that if you’re a fan of platformers or even gaming as a whole, it deserves a prominent position among your favorites.
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Social media users seek ‘One-Sided’ relationships to escape lockdown reality, research finds
People worldwide are turning to virtual, 'parasocial' relationships with influencers to cope with the effects of the pandemic
One-sided relationships, also known as ‘parasocial relationships’, are blossoming worldwide amid social distancing and national Covid-19 lockdowns. A global study of more than 15,000 people in 25 countries from security firm Kaspersky* finds that just under half (47%) of social media users believe the influencers they follow provide them with ‘an escape from reality’. More than one in five (21%) believes they ‘could be friends’with influencers they follow and around the same proportion (22%) have gone as far as sending a private message to an influencer. Despite the largely virtual nature of these relationships, more than a third (34%) of social media users have even met some of the influencers that they follow in real life, rising to 57% in the US.
During successive global lockdowns, many of us have spent long periods at home and are turning to virtual companions to replace our lost social lives. This type of one-sided relationship has a strong pull over many lives. More than seven in ten (71%) say that they learn from the influencers they follow in areas such as health, hobbies, style and news. Nearly a quarter (23%) say they are ‘dependent’ on influencer content and one in ten (10%) even say they feel a sense of absence if they do not engage with influencers.
Many have sought out direct contact with online influencers, most commonly via commenting on their posts (37%) or reacting to their posts or stories (37%).
However, social media has been important for many people during the pandemic, with nearly six in ten (59%) worldwide saying social media has provided a vital connection for them during the pandemic. This figure was highest among younger people aged 18-34 (71%), who rely on social media for connectivity. People in Vietnam (94%) and South Africa (79%) are the most likely to say social media is a vital connection for them, although a third of people worldwide (33%) say they have become less tolerant to people on social media during the pandemic.
“Although more than half (56%) of people have been on active on social media for more than a decade, many of us are still figuring out how to balance the positives of social media with the negatives,” Emm says. Now, we’ve moved into a new era where virtual relationships are becoming the norm. These one-sided relationships can often lead to oversharing on social media, as people look to develop these relationships. However, this can lead to a huge range of negative and unforeseen consequences – hacking and phishing attempts, doxing and bullying, online shaming – the list goes on.
“It is understandable with the lockdowns we've all experienced over the past year that people will have gravitated towards online and parasocial relationships to stave off loneliness and boredom, but it's crucial that people are aware of the consequences of oversharing online and are able to take a more balanced approach,” comments David Emm, Principal security researcher at Kaspersky.
Kaspersky has also launched its ‘ShareAware Hub’, where people can find handy tips to help them enjoy social media safely.
Notes to editors
Kaspersky has identified five types of social media persona:
Savvy Socials - who limit their time online and keep posts to a minimum
Breezy Posters - they post prolifically over relatively short periods of activity
Oversharers – these people virtually live online and post like crazy!
Lurkers – they might spend a lot of time on social, but they’re just here to surf, not to comment
Offliners – these people are either inactive, never joined, or deleted many of their social media accounts
To find out what kind of social media user you are, please visit our online quiz.
Find the full report here.
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When we booked this most recent trip to Iceland, we knew we wanted to head in the direction of Vik on the Southern Coast of the island. In previous trips we’d always explored inland or to the West and North, so heading somewhat South East was a direction we were intrigued by. Interestingly enough, it’s usually this direction that most people head (we apparently didn’t get the memo), so it was a lot more crowded than some of the other parts of the island we’ve explored previously.
But regardless of the crowds, as we headed toward Vik, there were 2 waterfalls we wanted to stop at. The first one about an hour and half outside of Keflavik is Seljalandsfoss. I’ve seen lots of pictures of this famous Icelandic waterfall, but I have to say, seeing it in person doesn’t do those photos justice. Not only is this amazing site spectacular to see, you can actually walk behind it and see it from every angle which is a pretty unique feature. It’s places like this where Iceland is truly at its best, a giant waterfall in the middle of gorgeous scenery that you can explore on all sides. And while it was a little busy, it didn’t even distract from how stunning it really was. If you’re headed this direction in Iceland, don’t miss climbing behind the waterfall at Seljanlandsfoss!

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Trade Update Review - February 24, 2022
Operating a bunkering vessel on biodiesel, enabling VGM input on mobile app and widespread availability of end-to-end DP World visibility platform CARGOES FLOW have enlivened the shipping world in the beginning of February’s second half. Other noteworthy developments include MSC emerging as the top feedering provider, CMA CGM vowing to stop carrying plastic waste and first paperless trade finance transaction through TradeLens. Read more
MOL successfully operates group bunkering vessel on biodiesel fuel
- At a time when there is a lot of clamour for decarbonisation in the shipping industry, Japanese Mitsui O. S. K.Lines (MOL) recently successfully operated group bunkering vessel Techno Starowned by MOL Techno Trade with biodiesel fuel (BDF).
ZIM inks pact with Navios Maritime Partners for 13 vessels
- Israeli shipping giant ZIM Integrated Shipping Services entered into an agreement with Navios Maritime Partners which involves chartering a total of 13 container vessels, including five second-hand vessels and eight new-build ships. The charter hire consideration is estimated to be around $870 million.
Abu Dhabi Customs & Tradelens to explore blockchain capabilities in the documents flow
- Abu Dhabi Customs and Tradelens have joined hands to work with importers and exporters to explore the possibilities of embedding blockchain technology in documents flow.
All-inclusive rates on North Asia-to-North America lane flat
- According to S&P Global Platts, all-inclusive rates in the week ending February 11 on the North Asia–to–North America lane were largely flat against signs from last week, considering the demand after the Chinese Lunar Year has begun to pick up even as market participants are expecting potential rises in late February and March.
New maritime tariff published in Turkey
- Directorate General of Coastal Safety, Turkey has published a new tariff for pilotage, towage and other services. The new tariff has come into force from February 15.
ONE unveils VGM input on a mobile app
- Singapore headquartered Ocean Network Express (ONE) unveiled a feature on its mobile app itself which enables customers to submit their Verified Gross Mass (VGM) information.
EmiratesSky Cargo enhances connectivity to US Midwest
- Aimed at strengthening its connectivity to the US Midwest, EmiratesSky Cargo started freighter flights to Chicago Rockford International Airport from February 1, 2022.
Persisting Transpacific vessel pressure
- Sea Intelligence, a leading provider of research and analysis, data and advisory services to the global supply chain industry noted that Transpacific vessel pressure is continuing. It expects that vessel scheduled to depart Asia and arrive at the American West Coast to rise by 40 percent compared to the pre-pandemic normal conditions.
- It also anticipates a 60 percent jump in the number of vessels on the Asia –North America East Coast trade lane in the forthcoming months, even as carriers are expected to circumnavigate port congestion on the West Coast.
The Alliance reconfigures network for comprehensive coverage
- The Alliance, one of the shipping line groupings comprising Hapag – Lloyd, NYK, Yang Ming, MOL and K-Line, which is 241 ships and 3.3 million TEU strong has reconfigured its network to ensure comprehensive port coverage. The new service setup will be effective from the spring of 2022.
End-to-end supply chain solution CARGOES FLOW is widely available now
- CARGOES FLOW, an end-to-end visibility platform from DP World for tracking intermodal shipments across the land, air and sea is now widely available, irrespective of the carrier and shipping lanes.
World Shipping Council identifies six critical pathways to zero-carbon shipping
- Washington D. C. - headquartered World Shipping Council recommended six critical pathways to zero-carbon shipping, which include Global Carbon Price, New Building Standards, Fuel Life Cycle, Fuel Supply Development, Green Corridors and R & D Investment.
MSC is the world’s top feeder provider in the maritime industry
- According to Dynamar, a 41-year-old Dutch maritime reports company that also offers consultancy, marine investigation and vessel tracking, Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) has emerged as the world’s top feeder provider in its latest transhipment analysis.
- Feedering means transhipment of merchandise from one vessel to another for onward transport to a central container terminal using smaller boats called feeders or feeder ships.
Container lines schedule reliability slumped to a historic low in 2021
- Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, Suez Canal blockade and other disruptions, container shipping reliability dropped to historic lows in 2021. As reported by Seatrade Maritime News citing Sea Intelligence, reliability declined to 35.8 percent in 2021 when compared to 63.9 percent in 2020 and 78 percent in 2019.
CMA CGM Group will stop carrying plastic waste on board from June 1
- French shipping powerhouse CMA CGM declared that it will stop carrying plastic waste aboard its vessels from June 1st, 2022 worldwide. This is aimed at protecting the oceans and biodiversity.
Maersk extends NEU – Transatlantic Winter Plan
- Due to severe weather across the Atlantic at the end of 2021, Maersk ran a winter schedule on its North Europe to North America routes, aimed at reducing disruption and raising reliability.
- Because of the current bottlenecks being witnessed across the North American network, the Danish shipping line has decided to continue an extended winter schedule (cycle 3) designed until April 2022.
A new rail link between Port of Antwerp and Ottmarsheim, France
- Starting January, 2022 a new rail link between the Port of Antwerp and Ottarsheim (France) will offer new transport opportunities to the three-country point of France, Switzerland and Germany. This will also lead to a faster connection between Antwerp and the Alsace region.
TradeLens completes first end-to-end paperless trade finance transaction
- TradeLens, a digital platform unveiled by AP Moller Maersk and IBM recently completed its first end-to-end paperless trade finance transaction, which involved the shipment of agrichemicals from South Korea to Bangladesh with a letter of credit financed by HSBC.
FIATA forms alliance with DCSA, ICC, BIMCO and SWIFT for digitalisation
- Geneva-headquartered International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations (FIATA) has entered into an agreement with the Digital Container Shipping Association (DCSA), International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), BIMCO and the Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunications (SWIFT) to standardize digitalisation of international trade.
UNECE and ICAO complete new digital air cargo technical specifications for global recovery
- Aimed at speeding up global recovery and safer and resilient supply chains, the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) and the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) have completed a new digital air cargo technical specifications guidance.
Three-fold rise in awareness and acceptance of shipper owned containers among top freight forwarders
- According to a survey by ContainerxChange, there is a three-fold rise in the awareness and acceptance of shipper owned containers (SOCs) among the top 50 freight forwarders.
Generational changes at the board of A. P. Moller – Maersk
- As part of a generational change in the composition of the Maersk board, Robert Maersk Uggla has been nominated as the new chair and Marc Engel as the new vice-chair.
CMA CGM to levy surcharge from Novorossiysk to multiple locations
- Starting March 1, 2022, French shipping giant CMA CGM will levy overweight surcharge (OWS) from Novorossiysk, Russia to North-East Asia, South East Asia, Hong Kong & Macau SAR, Middle East Gulf, Indian Subcontinent & Red Sea.
Global trade touches $28.5 trillion in 2021
- Geneva-headquartered United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) highlighted that the global trade in 2021 touched a record high of $28.5 trillion.
India forms an interdisciplinary task force to address containers shortage
- The Government of India has formed an inter-disciplinary task force to look into the pressing issues of additional shipping and container capacity, enhanced import of empty containers and others.
- In a written reply in the Rajya Sabha, Shipping Minister Sarbananda Sonowal said that regular interaction with shipping lines and their association led to increased availability of empty containers, including 1.84 million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEU) being repositioned by them.
India logs record rice exports in 2021
- According to the Directorate General of Commercial Intelligence and Statistics, in 2021, India logged a record 21.4 million tonnes (MT) of rice exports, marking a rise of 46 percent on the year. Bangladesh was the largest buyer, which procured a quantum of 2.48 MT, followed by Nepal, Benin and China.
Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ) to upgrade berth at Haldia Dock Complex
- APSEZ received a letter of award to upgrade a berth at Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port in Kolkata, which is a riverine port. APSEZ will upgrade and mechanise berth number – 2 at Haldia Dock Complex.
India& Australia are on the brink of sealing a trade pact
- Indian Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal recently announced that the country and Australia are on the brink of sealing a limited trade pact or so-called ‘early harvest agreement’.
CONCOR extends discount scheme for repositioning empty containers
- Container Corporation of India(CONCOR) has extended its scheme of up to 100 percent discount on rail freight for repositioning empty containers from across several inland container depots (ICDs), CFSs to hinterland terminals, port side terminals and gateway ports from April 1, 2022, to March 31, 2023.
- This scheme was launched in 2021 to slash the overall logistics cost of exports and also bolster India’s economy by helping ensure the availability of empty containers in the hinterland.
India sanctions funds for dredging transboundary Gomati river
- The Indian government sanctioned Rs 24 crore for dredging Gomati, a transboundary river between India and Bangladesh. It also includes setting up 10 jetties for the waterway project.
India’s basmati rice exports plummet to a four-year low
- Affected by slashed purchases from Iran, India’s basmati rice exports plummeted by 20 percent to 4 MT in 2021, a four year low. Top buyer Iran could not buy as much as it wanted as its rupee reserves fell drastically.
APM Terminals Mumbai to invest $115 million to raise container handling capacity
- APM Terminals Mumbai, which is also known as the Gateway Terminals India (GTI) will invest $115 million in infrastructure to raise container handling capacity. APM Terminals will invest in three rails mounted gantry (RMG) cranes and six ship-to-shore (StS) cranes.
- With this investment, APM TerminalsMumbai’s container handling capacity will rise by 10 percent to 2.18 million TEU.
New Mangalore Port Trust to implement projects worth Rs 695 crore under PM GatiShakti
- Under PM Gati Shakti mega infrastructure plan, New Mangalore Port Trust (NMPT) is implementing projects worth Rs 695 crore, which include mechanization of berth number 14 for handling containers and other cargo on design-build finance operate transfer (DBFOT) mode in association with JSW among others.
Januarymerchandise exports rise by 27 percent
- India’s merchandise exports grew by 27.5 percent y to $34 billion in January.
Two Cochin Port projects included in PM Gati Shakti master plan
- Two projects of Cochin Port, the development of multi-user liquid terminal (MULT) and the reconstruction of the south coal berth, have been included in the central government’s Gati Shakti master plan.
Sixteen new airports to be built in Central India
- Jyotiraditya Scindia, Union Civil Aviation Minister recently said in a virtual PM Gati Shakti conference that 16 new airports will be built in five central Indian states.
Indians foreign drone imports with exceptions
- India’s Directorate General of foreign trade (DGFT) banned foreign drone imports with a few exceptions to boost local manufacturing.
Crude palm oil imports drop by 23 percent
- India’s crude palm oil (CPO) imports dropped by 23 percent while the import of RBD palmolein rose by 459 percent in January.
Tractor exports cross 1 lakh mark for the first time
- India’s tractor exports crossed 1 lakh mark for the first time in 2021.
India demonstrates multi-modal cargo movement harnessing river and seaway combination
- On Wednesday, Shipping Minister Sarbananda Sonowal flagged off the maiden sailing of barges bearing a consignment of 1,789 MT of finished steel products of Tata Steel to Pandu in Assam from Haldia through the Indo – Bangladesh Protocol Route (IBP – Route). This is the first voyage demonstrating multi-modal cargo movement harnessing the combination of both a river and the sea.
Agricultural and processed food products export expected to exceed the target
- Agricultural and processed food products exports through Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) are expected to exceed the target of $23.7 billion in 2021 – 22, Commerce Ministry said.
APM Terminals Pipavav receives the largest vessel in its history
- APM Terminals Pipavav received the largest container vessel in its history, Hapag Lloyd MV Express Athens.
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kscarbel2 Posted November 2, 2016 Share Posted November 2, 2016 Matt Wood, Trade Trucks AU / November 2, 2016 To be launched later this month, Volkswagen has a new Amarok for the Australian market Ahead of it’s much anticipated local launch, Volkswagen has revealed that the upcoming Amarok TDV6 diesel ute [i.e. pickup, bakkie] will also feature an over boost function that will see peak power jump from 165kW (221hp) to 180kW (241hp). Torque will also jump from 550Nm to 580Nm. Over boost kicks in when the accelerator pedal passes the 70 per cent depression mark in 3rd or 4th gear. The extra power is on tap for 10 seconds but can be unleashed again after a period of 5 seconds. There’s been plenty of buzz around the new Volkswagen dual cab. Nissan previously held the most powerful 4x4 dual cab mantle on the Aussie market with its V6 Navara ST-X 550. However, the launch of the NP300 Navara last year saw the end of the admittedly expensive, yet much admired V6 Nissan. To date, Volkswagen says that it has fielded 6,000 advance orders for the top of the tree Amarok. Claimed performance times aren’t too shabby either with 0-100km reached in 7.9 seconds. Until now, the Amarok has relied solely on a 2-litre twin-turbo diesel power plant. The Volkswagen family diesel V6 used in the soon to be launched New Amarok can also be found in Porsche and Audi products as well. As the dual cab market continues to boom and mature, VW will be one of the first to the table in the premium ute stakes with the covers coming off the Mercedes Benz X-Class last week and the Renault Alaskan pickup also a possibility for Australia. According to Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Director Carlos Santos, "The Amarok V6 is not an over-hyped concept or a badge engineering exercise." "It’s real, it’s almost here and it brings the world’s best V6 turbo diesel, the same unit used by Porsche and Audi in luxury SUVs." The Amarok TDV6 will be launched locally in late November. Pricing and spec to be announced. . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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While we aren’t quite at the point where humans are shooting lasers from our hands, or reading thoughts with in-built chips, biomechanics are certainly making our bodies better, healthier, and more…superhuman than ever before.
Biomedical engineering ensures that there are fewer medical life sentences than ever before. Exoskeletons to help quadriplegics walk, bionic contact lenses, artificial hearts and livers; they’re all revolutionary ways that we’re making our bodies better.
It’s what’s on the outside that counts
When thinking about technology of the future, people might think about hoverboards and self-tying shoelaces, or immunity and hyper-intelligence. While we’re definitely decades off a realistic Iron man-style suit, we’ve definitely made huge strides in the world of biomechanics.
The first big step was Hardiman, which was the first prototype of a powered exoskeleton. That name came from ‘Human Augmentation Research and Development Investigation’, and it was created in the ’60s by General Electrics.
But Hardiman wasn’t used as a revolutionary treatment, or a rehabilitation device. Nah, the first version of a human exoskeleton was a capitalist venture. High five, humanity!
I guess the theory was that if the company turned it’s puny, useless human staff into crazy-strong robotic staff, then they could just shoot stock right out the door. They hoped that the device would drastically increase human strength, and allowed the person using the device to lift and hold up to 680 kg!
But…it also weighed 680kg. It’s biggest selling point was also, unfortunately, it’s biggest downfall.
Bet that guy is picking up heaps of chicks with that hand!
Thankfully, we’ve come SO far since the ’60s. It’s no longer chunky robot suits built for commercial use. Technological advancements have given us slick exoskeletons that are personalised, adjustable, and part of the day-to-day activities of many.
One such advancement is ReWalk, a bionic suit designed by Israeli inventor Dr Amit Goffer, who became a quadriplegic after a car crash.
“We’re all driven by Dr Goffer,” says ReWalk CEO Larry Jasinski. “We’re all driven by his original thought, which was, ‘There’s got to be a better way than spending a lifetime in a wheelchair’.”
ReWalk uses motion sensors attached to leg braces and motorised joints. Responding to changes in upper-body movement, the device is popularly used in rehabilitation. Considering the huge limitations that wheelchairs can impose, responsive exoskeletons like these ones are truly life changing.
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Better than 20/20 vision
“Cover your left eye and read down the chart. What do you see?”
“Ummm, A, T, Y, I… or is that an L?”
Yep, the standard of 20/20 vision isn’t attainable for many. Especially old peeps – they get a really bad deal with eyesight.
But the wizards of biomechanics are two steps ahead, and will soon make glasses and contact lenses redundant. Except for those coloured ones that everyone wears on Halloween. They’ll probably stick around.
Enter the bionic lens. A tiny incision in the eye can insert a lens that focuses at all distances, like a camera. Taking our natural human processes, like focussing sight, and improving them with materials that aren’t suceptible to cataracts or glaucoma is remarkable. And just one step away from legit robot.
Garth Webb, who developed the Ocumetics Bionic Lens, told CBC “At age 45 I had to struggle with reading glasses, which like most people, I found was a great insult. To this day I curse my progressive glasses. I also wear contact lenses, which I also curse just about every day. My heroes were cowboys, and cowboys just did not wear glasses.”
His bionic lens promises vision that is three times better than 20/20. Just read that one back again.
It seems that a constant in biomedical advances is personal experience. Webb designed his bionic lens out of the shame of poor eyesight, and Goffer’s exoskeleton mightn’t have taken shape if not for the car accident that altered his worldview. The development of science is personal, and seeks to solve problems. The Hardiman, although commercial, solved the problem of human limitations.
It just so happens that, in solving humankind’s little problems, sometimes we stumble upon a superhuman improvement.

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This summarizes a talk by Earl Fry, Professor of Political Science at Brigham Young University as part of the Canadian Leadership Orientation for North American MBA Students sponsored by ACSUS, HEC Montreal and the University of Ottawa Telfer School of Management.
The Canada-US Economic Relationship – An American Perspective
Earl Fry, a professor focused on the US-Canadian relationship at Brigham Young University gave an interesting talk on the integrated nature of the US and Canadian economies focused on the trade relationship. Obviously, the economic integration between the US and Canada is massive. There are 200 million 2-way border crossing per year. Over 21% of total US exports went to Canada in 2007 (12% to Mexico). 16% of total US imports came from Canada. This is the largest bilateral trading relationship in the world, though China passed Canada recently as the largest supplier. The US-Canada trade totals $1.5 billion in daily 2-way trade. In 2005, US foreign direct investment was $235 billion, providing 1.1 million jobs. Canadian FDI in the US was $144 billion that same year, so the relationship clearly runs both ways. Affiliates of US companies accounted for 10% Canada’s GDP.
Fry sees much of Canada as doing extremely well currently despite the current downturn caused by the roiling of the US financial markets. Newfoundland, Alberta and Sasketchewan are all doing very well. Currently, Ontario and Quebec, manufacturing bases aren’t doing as well – this is due in great part to the rising Canadian currency, which is hurting the manufacturing bases there. Overall though, the economy has done well. It is the only G7 economy that has been running a surplus. However, Fry sees much of this as commodity related, and like Peter Hall mentioned yesterday in talk, could be cyclical.
Clearly one major issue throughout the week so far has been the thickening of the US/Canadian border, where so much of this vital trade runs through. Fry feels that it has been thickened too much. Technology and process are essential to solving this problem. He pointed to the demoing of a ID card being tested at the Canada/British Columbia border, and off-site pre-transport checks as an examples.
Fry thinks that one possibility is a North American border alliance where once you enter Canada or the US you can move freely between the two borders. If the Europe can pull it off, why couldn’t North America? This doesn’t seem likely in the near future however, given the siege mentality the US has after 9/11. The American leadership will likely continue to feel that they must keep national security in their own hands.
Canada’s #1 source of foreign tourists is the US. This is a major problem this year. With the weakness of the American dollar and high gas prices, many Americans are staying home. 2008 is the 400th anniversary of Quebec City, and they were an example of one city expected a lot of tourism this year that is going to be disappointed barring a sudden and unexpected turnaround in fuel prices. From what I’ve seen, Canada has embarked on an extremely ambitious tourism marketing campaign. There was a massive setup in the Back Bay of Boston last week, right down a VIA Rail train car and photo opportunities with a fully uniformed Mountie. I’m not sure if this push was planned or is an additional expenditure to prop up some local Canadian economies in what promises to be a very tough year.
Oil and America’s energy security is an important part of this relationship. The US imports 60% of its oil, with Canada as the top provider. Canada is also a major supplier of hydroelectric power. The US produces about 5% of the world’s oil and produces 20%. Canada ranks 6th in the world in oil production overall. Due in great part to oil, Alberta exports 86% of its provincial exports to the US. Generally, it doesn’t strike me that that most people are aware of this relationship. Many of the speakers this weekend, such as Frank McKenna, former Canadian Ambassador to the United States, and Gary Mar from the Province of Alberta say this is generally a good thing. Many US energy sources like Nigeria, Venezuela and the Middle East are far less stable and we hear much more about them. Said Fry, “They don’t worry about revolution in Canada.”
One of the challenges is integration in financial services. Canadian financial regulations are at the provincial level which makes it more difficult to work with the SEC. This is one of the challenges of federalism. Fry believes that going to one standard across the country would make it much easier. Fry says they have begun talking about that. Fry expects there will be a number of takeovers of US companies by foreign firms in the US.
The countries work together without always agreeing with the US on foreign policy. Canada didn’t support the Vietnam War, and clearly they have a different policy on Cuba, for instance. While Canada favors multilateralism, the US has acted unilaterally in a number of cases. Especially recently, this has drawn the ire of Canadians. According to Fry, a recent Pew poll said 60% of Canadians did not feel the US was a force for good in the world. Hopefully, this issue will be solved by our November election. The Canadian government has to tread lightly given the dependency of its economy on the US.
Fry’s view is that NAFTA has been imperfect but it has been a positive force in driving increased trade, direct investment and enhancing supply chains. It has also increased the cross-border movement of professionals, which I imagine enhances the quality of the overall labor market in all three economies. One theme throughout the conference has been North American competitiveness. The view of most of the speakers here is that NAFTA is a positive force in driving the ability of the United States, Mexico and Canada to effectively withstand competition from rapidly growing regional economies in the rest of the world.


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Riots broke out in Tonga's capital Nuku'alofa after a pro-democracy demonstration on Thursday, 16th November, in the Kingdom. About 3000 people marched onto parliament with banners calling for immediate reform, others attacked public figures, while another labeled the current structure a "deadly virus". In the afternoon, after parliament was cancelled, protesters started smashing government buildings and set fire to businesses owned by the Prime Minister and the King in the city centre and turned cars over. Windows were smashed in the Prime Minister's Office, Parliament House, the Magistrates Court,the Public Service Commission Office, the Ministry of Finance and three vehicles overturned and government cars smashed in government parking lots. One company targeted was power company Shoreline, owned by the King. The aristocratic class control the economic and political aspects of life against which the people have been resisting for years. The protests and riots are part of the struggle against the feudal system which is oppressing the Tongan people for years.
The city centre has since been closed off by military checkpoints and soldiers from New Zealand and Australia were flown in to "restore law and order". Hundreds of people have been arrested and many of them have been abused in prison. Two IMC activists spent one week in Tonga to interview people and report on the movement for change. Here are links to their reports and photos posted on Aotearoa IMC
. Abuse in Tongan prisons - IMC activist almost arrested
| If a boat ends up on a reef… Tonga Report 3
| Soldiers and cops wherever you go
| Revolutionary not Evolutionary – indymedia activists report from Tonga Earlier Reports: People fighting back in Tonga - NZ Govt assisting the monarchy
| Tonga: Biggest Protest Ever!
(May 05) | Tonga - schools smashed - 200 arrested!
(Aug 05) | A Revolution in the Pacific?


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I absolutely love the Imperial War Museum. The sheer extent of their collection is astonishing – I have spent hours there and still haven’t managed to see everything. Every time I go I am moved by some object or detail that I never noticed before. And for those of you with bad memories of school history – don’t think that it has anything to do with history being boring! They also include interactive experiences where you get to walk through a simulation of a WWI trench and of a WWII air raid. They successfully make visitors engaged in the material and contemplate the devastating effects of war. Outside of the museum is a piece of the Berlin Wall, with graffiti of a sort of screaming face and the words ‘change your life’ which I always find particularly poignant.
The Science Museum in London is set to play host to a showcase of some of the earliest known images taken by photography pioneers, selected from the collection of the world's oldest surviving photographic society.
Photos shot with a New Petzval lens are immediately recognizable for their super-sharp focus areas and wonderful swirly bokeh effect. Each New Petzval lens is crafted from brass (just like the original Petzval lens) and features premium glass optics. Together with Lomography, the lenses have been designed and constructed by a team of optics specialists at the Zenit factory in Russia. Zenit are master lens manufacturers and have the skill to build the Petzval lens for use with today’s SLR cameras.
To complement “David Bowie is,” a touring retrospective exhibit organized by The Victoria and Albert Museum, London that revolves around the prolific career of David Bowie and is currently ongoing at the Museum of Image and Sound (MIS) in São Paulo, Brazil, the MIS as part of its Stereo MIS series of musical projects, held a David Bowie Tribute concert featuring a few of Brazil’s homegrown talents earlier this month. Letícia Godoy, a photographer for the museum and one of our Kickstarter Petzval supporters, documented the highlights of the concert with the help of the Lomography x Zenit Petzval Lens, and here is a gallery of her photos.
When I was a child, I regularly went to Blaavand, located at the Danish west coast, with my brothers and parents. I stopped going there as I grew up. In 2012 however, we hit the road again. It was my first return visit in about 20 years. I took the chance and packed as many cameras as possible into my luggage. In part two of my journey log, I'm going to show you the pictures I took with my Lomography cameras.
When I was a child, I regularly went to Blaavand located at the Danish west coast with my brothers and my parents. However, I didn't anymore when I grew up. But in 2012, we hit the road again. It was my first visit there in about 20 years. I took the chance and packed as many cameras as possible into my luggage. In this article, I'm going to present to you the photos I took with my Nikon F-501 SLR.
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The Museum of London is currently showcasing a selection of wartime photographs by photographer Christina Broom until September 28, 2014. Broom was the United Kingdom's first female press photographer.


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The Gustavus men's NCAA soccer match against Hope College on Friday, November 11 in Whitewater, Wisconsin will be broadcast through the Gustavus website. The broadcast will begin at 1:15 pm.
The Gustavus men's basketball team will host an alumni game to benefit cancer research and Students Against Drunk Driving (SADD) on Sunday, Nov. 13 at 3:00 p.m. at Gus Young Court. There will be no admission, however cash donations will be accepted at the door.
The Gustavus men's soccer team was given new life Monday morning when the NCAA selection committee granted them an at-large bid to the 2005 NCAA Tournament. Gustavus' season will continue with a first round match against Hope College (Mich.) in Whitewater, Wisconsin on Friday at 1:30 p.m.
Gustavus welcomes Bethel University to Lloyd Hollingsworth Field on Saturday in the 2005 season finale for both teams. The Gusties enter the game with a record of 2-7 overall, and 2-5 in the MIAC, while Bethel enters with a mark of 5-4 overall and 4-3 in the MIAC.
The Gustavus men's basketball team returns four starters from a team that won MIAC regular season and post-season titles and played in the NCAA Tournament a year ago.
Gustavus Adolphus freshman wide receiver Chad Arlt (St. Michael, Minn.) has been named MIAC Special Teams Player of the Week. Arlt made his first collegiate start one to remember as he blocked a punt, returned a punt for 15 yards, and made two tackles (1 solo, 1 assist) on kick return coverage to help the Gusties post a 31-12 win over Carleton on Saturday in St. Peter. Arlt also had a big day as a wide receiver with two catches for 54 yards including a 10-yard touchdown reception.
The Gustavus women's hockey team scored nine goals in the third period and went on to defeat Lake Forest College 13-3 in Lake Forest on Saturday night. The Gusties, who led 4-1 after two periods, scored five goals in the first nine minutes of the third period. Seven different players scored for Gustavus including sophomore forward Laura Vanelli, who led the Gusties with four goals.
The Gustavus men's soccer team has been selected to the field for the 2005 NCAA Division III Men's Soccer Championships for the third consecutive season. The Gusties, one of 17 at-large selections, will travel to Whitewater, Wisconsin to face Hope College (Mich.) in a first round match-up this weekend. Host UW-Whitewater will face Wheaton (Ill.) at 11 a.m. on Friday, November 11, with the Hope-Gustavus match to follow at 1:30 p.m. The winners will play on Saturday, November 12 at 1 p.m.
The Gustavus women's hockey team lost it's season opener 3-1 at UW-River Falls on Friday night. The Gusties took a 1-0 lead on a goal by Andrea Peterson in the first period, but were shut out by the Falcons the rest of the night. UW-River Falls scored the game-winner early in the third period and then iced the victory with an empty net goal in the final minute of play.
The Gustavus men's hockey team moved its record to 2-0-0 on the young season with a 4-3 road victory over UW-River Falls on Saturday in River Falls, Wisconsin. Senior Steve Dusich scored a goal and an assist to lead the Gusties, while fellow senior Loren Havemeier scored the first short-handed goal of the season for Gustavus in the first period. UW-River Falls moves to 2-1-1 overall.


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Dhaka, Aug 21 (IANS) The Asian Hockey Federation (AHF) on Monday announced Indian two-wheeler manufacturer Hero MotoCorp Ltd as the title sponsor of the Mens Asia Cup to be held in Dhaka from October 11 to 22.
This year, the premier continental tournament will feature host nation Bangladesh along with China, India, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Oman and Pakistan, according to a release.
Speaking of this partnership, Hero MotoCorp Chairman, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Pawan Munjal said: “At Hero MotoCorp, we aim to build a culture of sportsmanship and team spirit among the youth across the world through our various global sports associations.
“We have a successful ongoing association with the International Hockey Federation (FIH), and we are now glad to associate with the Asian Hockey Federation.
“I am sure our Title Sponsorship of the 10th Men’s Hockey Asia Cup will play the role of an enabler in taking the sport to new audiences. I wish all the participating teams the best of luck and look forward to a magnificent tournament.”
Introduced in 1982, the inaugural Men’s Asia Cup was won by Pakistan, who also won the next two editions in 1985 and 1989. Since then, India (2003, 2007) and South Korea (1993, 1999, 2009 and 2013) have also been champions in the nine editions played so far.
India are the top ranked team amongst the competing teams at the sixth position in the latest FIH Hero world rankings, while South Korea, the current title holders are ranked 13th in the world.
World No.12 Malaysia, riding high on an excellent performance in the recent Hockey World League (HWL) Semi-Final in London, and No.14 Pakistan round up an exciting mix of teams promising a fiercely disputed tournament.
AHF President HRH Prince Abdullah Ahmad Shah was pleased to confirm Hero MotoCorp coming on board as title sponsors of the tournament and Hero’s support as the lead partner of the Asian Hockey Federation.
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Beachy Threads: Personalized Embroidered Towels for Your Perfect Beach Day
Are you looking for a stylish and practical accessory for your beach day? Look no further than towels with machine embroidery! These unique and personalized towels are not only functional but also add a touch of style to your beach day. In this article, we will explore the benefits of using towels with machine embroidery as your go-to beach accessory.
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When planning a beach day, towels are an essential item that cannot be forgotten. Not only do they keep you dry and comfortable, but they also protect you from the hot sand. While ordinary towels serve their purpose, towels with machine embroidery add a personalized touch that sets them apart. These towels offer an excellent opportunity to show off your personality while also being functional.
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2. What is machine embroidery?
Machine embroidery is the process of creating patterns or designs using an embroidery machine. The machine uses various threads to create intricate and detailed designs on fabric. The embroidery machine allows for a wide range of customization, making it possible to create unique and personalized towels for your beach day.
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3. The benefits of towels with machine embroidery
One of the significant advantages of towels with machine embroidery designs is the ability to personalize them. Whether it is your name, initials, or a fun beach design, the possibilities are endless. Personalization adds a unique touch to your beach day, and it also makes it easy to identify your towel among the sea of towels on the beach.
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- 5. Variety of embroidery designs
- With machine embroidery, designs you have a vast array of designs to choose from. From fun beach designs like palm trees and sea turtles to more elegant and sophisticated designs like monograms, there is something for everyone. Additionally, if you have a specific design in mind, you can work with a professional to create a custom design.
- 6. Durability
- Towels with machine embroidery designs are made to last. The embroidery process designs reinforces the fabric, making it less likely to fray or tear. This is especially important for beach towels, which are exposed to sand and saltwater, causing regular towels to wear out quickly.
- 7. Versatility
- Machine embroidery designs allows you to personalize towels for more than just the beach. You can use them for pool days, picnics, and even as a unique gift for a loved one. The versatility of these towels makes them an excellent investment.
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8. How to choose the right towels for machine embroidery designs
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Choosing the right towels for machine embroidery designs is critical to ensure a high-quality end product. Here are some factors to consider when selecting your towels:
- Material: Select towels made of high-quality cotton or cotton blends that are absorbent and soft.
- Size: Consider the size of the towel,
- it should be large enough to provide ample space for the embroidery design.
- Color: Choose towels in neutral colors, like white or beige, as they provide a blank canvas for the embroidery design to stand out.
9. Types of embroidery machines
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There are two main types of embroidery machines: single-needle and multi-needle. Single-needle machines are more affordable and suitable for personal use, while multi-needle machines are more expensive and designed for commercial use.
10. Materials needed for machine embroidery design
- To create towels with machine embroidery, you will need the following materials:
- Embroidery machine
- Embroidery thread
- Embroidery designs
11. Maintenance of towels with machine embroidery designs
Proper maintenance of towels with machine embroidery designs is essential to ensure their longevity. Here are some tips to keep your towels looking like new:
- Avoid using bleach or harsh detergents.
- Wash towels in cold water and tumble dry on low heat.
- Do not iron directly on the embroidery design.
12. How to care for your towels with embroidery designs
To care for your towels with machine embroidery, follow these simple steps:
- Shake out the towel to remove any sand or debris.
- Rinse the towel with fresh water to remove any salt or chlorine.
- Hang the towel to dry in a shaded area to prevent fading or discoloration.
ips for using towels with designs for embroidery at the beach
To make the most out of your towels with machine embroidery at the beach, consider these tips:
- Bring multiple towels to use throughout the day.
- Use a waterproof bag to protect your towel from sand and water.
- Avoid leaving your towel in direct sunlight for prolonged periods.
Where to buy towels for designs embroidery
There are many places to buy towels. Consider searching for local shops or online retailers that specialize in personalized towels.
Towels with designs for embroidery are a functional and stylish accessory for any beach day. They offer personalization, durability, and versatility, making them an excellent investment for any beach-goer. With proper care and maintenance, these towels will last for many summers to come.
Can I use any type of towel for machine embroidery designs?
It is best to use high-quality towels made of cotton or cotton blends to achieve the best results.
How long does it take to create a machine embroidery design?
The time it takes to create a machine embroidery design varies depending on the complexity of the design and the machine being used.
Can I create my own embroidery design?
Yes, you can create your own embroidery design or work with a professional to create a custom design.
Can I wash towels with machine embroidery in a washing machine?
Yes, but be sure to follow the care instructions for the towels to ensure the embroidery design remains intact.
Are towels with embroidery designs more expensive than regular towels?
Yes, towels with machine embroidery are typically more expensive due to the personalization and intricate embroidery process. However, they are a worthwhile investment for any beach-goer looking to add a touch of style to their beach day.
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In fall 2013, Dr. Dominic Reisig got a phone call from a farmer in rural Hyde County. The farmer was growing corn, and it was literally falling apart in the field. What was going on? Reisig, an entomologist at NC State University, is a sort of science detective who specializes in insects that pose a threat to crops. And the farmer had presented him with a mystery.
By the time North Carolina Cooperative Extension’s first agricultural editor Frank Jeter died in 1955, his name was a household word, reflecting his success over four decades in helping people convert new knowledge into more productive farming and happier rural living. The NC State College of Agriculture and Life Science’s communications team celebrated Frank Jeter’s legacy this week, marking 100 years since his hiring in November 1914.
North Carolina State University will receive $12.4 million over the next four years from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to improve a crop that is an important food staple in sub-Saharan Africa – the sweet potato.
Also honored by CALS were Outstanding Alumni Award winners and recipients of the Young Alumni Award.
As nighttime temperatures rise faster than daytime temperatures, agricultural production faces a new challenge being explored by NC State University’s Dr. Colleen Doherty. Doherty, an assistant professor of Molecular and Structural Biochemistry, studies how plants perceive and respond to changing temperatures and other stressors that keep them from attaining optimal yields.
Mike Walden discusses why saving, protecting and even expanding the middle class may be the issue of the century.
Climate change is expected to disrupt ecosystems by changing insects’ and other organisms’ life cycles in unpredictable ways -– and scientists are getting a preview of these changes in cities. NC State University research shows that some insect pests are thriving in warm, urban environments and developing earlier, limiting the impact of parasitoid wasps that normally help keep those pest populations in check.
Calling a booming world population “the mother of all wicked problems,” National Institute of Food and Agriculture Director Sonny Ramaswamy called upon an NC State University audience to press forward in their attempts to deliver on the promise of biophysical and social sciences in ensuring food security for a population expected to reach 9 billion by 2050.
Dr. Kim Allen of NC State University’s Department of Youth, Family and Community Sciences has received a 2014 Center for Credentialing & Education professional development award from the NBCC Foundation, an affiliate of the National Board for Certified Counselors Inc.
Amy-Lynn Albertson has been named North Carolina Extension Agent of the Year by Carolina Farm Stewardship. The award was announced at the 2014 Sustainable Agriculture Conference held Nov. 10-12 in Greenville, S.C.
The Federal Reserve took extraordinary steps to try to contain the negative effects of the recession. Does the Federal Reserve have to worry about how to move back from these steps now that the recession is past? N.C. State University economist Mike Walden responds.
- Cooperative Extension celebrates century of agricultural education (Lexington Dispatch)
- Global warming may affect pest-parasite relationship (The Grower)
- Grant to aid innovative farmers (Reflector.com)
- North Carolina launches AgBio[sphere] initiative (Southeast Farm Press)
- Such a pest: Why global warming could make that sap on your car worse (NBCNews.com)

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A Quick Overview of Queens Road Peckham
Queens Road Peckham railway station is in the London Borough of Southwark and also serves the area to the east of Peckham, in the London Borough of Lewisham.
It is on the South London Line between Peckham Rye and South Bermondsey, and trains also go to Croydon via various routes and beyond. It is on the road of that name and is in Travelcard Zone 2.


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Carey Baptist Grammar School is a place where students are taught how they can empower themselves and take better control of their destiny through hope, optimism and positive change practices.
Having won the 2018 award for Best Student Wellbeing Program, Shane Kamsner, Head of Student Development at the school, will be at the inaugural Mental Health for Schools Masterclass sharing some insights on the program.
He will discuss what early intervention and prevention strategies can be implemented in our national schools; preventing depression, anxiety and suicide in high school students; adopting practices to support, nurture and build an inclusive school environment; and how to engage with parents in the school’s mental health strategy.
For more information about what is on the agenda and to book, go to educatormasterclass.com/mentalhealth.
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Community Engagement Officer: Chess Smarter Water Catchment Project
Responsible to: Chiltern Society’s Chief Officer
Location: The Chiltern Society, White Hill Centre, White Hill, Chesham, Bucks, HP5 1AG
Contract type: 35 hours per week. 1 year fixed term contract: including some evening and weekends. Extendable to 3 years subject to funding
Responsible for: Supervision of volunteers and local community group liaison
Salary: £27,500 FTE with 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Closing date: 9.30am Thursday 23rd June 2022 with interviews Friday 1st July.
Development and delivery of the Chess Smarter Water Catchment Project community and partnership engagement work as part of the wider Chilterns Chalk Streams Project and Chiltern Society’s joint work to enhance chalk streams in the Chilterns AONB.
Chalk streams are a characteristic and attractive feature of the Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. They support an abundance of wildlife and are much loved by the communities through which they flow. They are, however, amongst the most threatened of all chalk streams in the world as a result of factors such as physical modification, pollution, climate change and an ever-increasing demand for water.
The Chilterns Chalk Streams Project (CCSP) is a partnership set up in 1997 to help address the threats facing our chalk streams. The Chiltern Society is the largest charity in the Chilterns and its aim is to champion the Chilterns for residents and visitors alike.
Thames Water are putting their ‘Smarter Water Catchments’ initiatives approach into practice to understand how we can achieve key benefits while working in a more holistic way. The first step on this journey has been to co-create a catchment plan with key stakeholders who either operate within this environment and/or have a vested interest in protecting and enhancing it. For the period of 2020 to 2025 they’re trialling this in 3 catchments and will be working in partnership with CCSP and others to deliver the plans in the Chess Catchment.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a great partnership and make a real difference to the Chilterns chalk stream environment and to connect people with nature.
The role has been created to:
- Contribute to the delivery of community projects and awareness within the Chess Smarter Water Catchment project:
- Support the CCSP and Chiltern Society’s partnership work to restore and conserve the River Chess as part of the network of chalk streams in the Chilterns.
The post-holder will be responsible for delivering a chalk stream-focussed community and engagement programme, and a small grants programme, to upscale community delivery across the six key project themes:
- Managing Flow,
- Water Quality,
- Wildlife Corridors,
- Invasive Species,
- Working together,
- Involving People
The officer will be required to work with a wide range of partner organisations such as local schools, voluntary and community groups, wildlife organisations, water companies and statutory bodies as well as farmers and landowners.
Normally, the post will be based at the Chiltern Society’s office in Chesham, with the successful candidate being required to travel locally to locations across the River Chess Catchment (Tring – Wendover – Chesham – Sarratt – Rickmansworth) and the Chilterns Conservation Board’s Offices in Chinnor, Oxfordshire.
The role is part of a extended project team involving numerous organisations involved.
The key partners being:
Work outside of normal office hours will be required.
For full details please see the job description below. Please complete the attached application form and email to: email@example.com using your initials in the filename for the attachment. If you are having any trouble downloading the links, please let us know.
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