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Brian Taylor 0:10
Hello, and welcome to another episode of This Week in Hearing. I'm Brian Taylor and today's topic is the use of medications to treat hearing disorders. It's notable that the first hearing disorder drug Pedmark, was approved by the FDA just a few months ago. This new drug is designed to reduce the ototoxicity associated with cisplatin in pediatric patients one month or older. And of course, you know, given this breakthrough, it's a major milestone in the field of hearing disorders. And with us today to discuss this and other important topics, is the CEO of CILcare, who is Celia Belline, and also the CEO of another company called CBSET. And that's Peter Markham. Both of them are CEOs of their of their respective companies. And we're so glad that you could be with us today, on This Week in Hearing. Welcome to the broadcast.
Celia Belline 0:59
Thank you, Brian.
Peter Markham 1:00
Thank you very much, Brian.
Brian Taylor 1:02
So I don't know who wants to go first. Celia, I'll, we'll start with you. Tell us a little bit about yourself and your interest in this topic.
Celia Belline 1:11
I'm Celia Belline, and I'm the CEO of CILcare. But I'm the co founder. So we are three founders, three women, and we founded the company in 2014. And our objective was really to support research and development of therapeutics. So it can be drugs, biologics, gene therapy, cell therapies, or even implantable devices in the field of hearing disorders. Our background, for the three founders, we all come from big pharmaceutical company. And we really think that this was a neglected area of pharmaceutical company at the time, we left the big pharmaceutical company. And there was a huge gap in between, you know, discovery at the bench and the clinical research that was expected and and really, that patient was waiting for. And that's why we really decided to bring some solutions for the different players in hearing disorders to help them accelerate their development in preclinical to clinical research, and bring more drugs to the markets.
Brian Taylor 2:15
Nice. And Peter, can you tell us a little bit about yourself and you're interested in this topic?
Peter Markham 2:20
Yeah, excellent. I'm Peter Markham. I'm the CEO of CBSET and I founded the institution in 2006 with Dr. Eleazar Edelman, who's the director of the institute of medicine and engineering science at MIT. And we founded the institution to help innovators and companies and individuals, researchers translate their technologies faster into into clinical grade products. And so we really service the gap between early research and first and man trials. Our institution specializes in in anything that involves minimally invasive or invasive surgical techniques and complex system pathology. So we look at the we look at the local effect of toxicity of therapies, when they're delivered to specific targets. And about five years ago, Celia approached me and she had ideas for doing GLP compliant research and hearing and GLPs are the are the, the regulatory requirements to do safety assessment prior to first unmanned trials. And she said that she needed a partner that could do GLP trials in hearing and at our institution was very interested because because hearing a lot of unmet medical needs and hearing, but also it involves exactly the tools that are in our institution specializes in, and that's minimally invasive surgical techniques and, and complex system pathology. So we're, we're doing things like counting hair cells, you know, to understand the toxicity of, of certain compounds or doing cell implantation of cell or gene based therapies, combination products that involve, you know, a device and a drug. And hearing was really an unmet need, and could we could leverage all of our skills. So that's how we we came to partner together.
Brian Taylor 4:20
And it it's, I know, being on your website, it's truly an international company, it seems like you have activities happening about four or five different locations around the globe, which is kind of interesting. And I know this is kind of a this is a topic of great interest in our field, among hearing care professionals. It's kind of a new topic. It seems like there's a lot going on that we don't know about in our little field of hearing care. So maybe tell us a little bit about how CILcare CBSET is different from others that are in this space.
Celia Belline 4:56
There not a lot in the in this space. That's that's First thing, you know, our background is really, I come from clinical development. So our first focus is really patient and patient's needs. So we first look at the disease, and then we think about how to address this disease. And we do the same with our partners. So we actually really build a services offer that allows our partners and clients to do all the preclinical work and the understanding of their drugs or technologies, before they go to human so to patients in, in clinic, in clinical phases. So that's the way we think is really first about the clients and the patients. So what will help our clients to bring something that matters for the patient? Okay,
Brian Taylor 5:59
Peter, did you have anything that you wanted to add?
Peter Markham 6:02
Yeah, I think that, you know, so. So, hearing has been an under serviced medical need for a long time. And, you know, for a variety of reasons, and one of them is that is that if people want to sacrifice a sense that they would sacrifice, perhaps hearing over sight, and, and but hearing is a comorbidity of a lot of other diseases. And as your as you said, in the beginning of the program, hearing loss can be a side effect of, of treatment of other diseases, for instance, cancer, cisplatin with cancer, resulting in hearing loss, and so you give away hearing, and we shouldn't be giving away hearing because hearing is incredibly important. Without hearing, we wouldn't have speech without speech, we wouldn't have communication. And without communication, we're really not a society, the society wouldn't have developed it as a whole in the way that it has without hearing and evolution protected hearing. So the, the, your hearing is your, the hardest bone in your body, located in the other hardest bone in your body and a place where nothing can get to it. And so because it's because it's so precious, and in a biological situation where it's not accessible to therapies, it's hard to treat. And it's very complex. And so and so the interest for us is translating technologies that are being applied in other medical areas into Hearing Research. And as you can imagine, there's a lot of ways to do that now, where particularly combining devices, and cells, devices and drugs, you know, selling gene based therapy, novel models of administration directly into the cochlea, and, and being able to address hearing in a way that it wasn't present before. And so our institution, we're dedicated to translating technologies. And the benefit that we provide to hearing to the field of hearing is we have knowledge of the regulatory approval pathway of other technologies that enables its use in hearing. And so that's where we're really focused in it. And, and it's fun. It's, it's interesting, new, a lot of the a lot of the things that we're doing have no regulatory pathway and no predicate to compare to. And so from a scientific perspective, it's interesting from a medical perspective, it's important. And, and, and it's just a, you know, it's just a great emerging market to be part of.
Brian Taylor 8:42
And it's good to know, I, one of the things that struck me that you mentioned a moment ago was that you accelerate the development of auditory therapies. Can you tell us a little bit more about what you mean by accelerating the development and maybe give us an example?
Celia Belline 8:57
Yeah, so the idea is, is you know, so in the, in the different technologies that we address today, there is a big part that is about gene therapy. And here you are, we are called, we are talking about inherited hearing loss most of the time, at least, the first intent. And the second thing is really what Peter started to mention, which is this hearing disorders that are linked to other diseases, and it can be cancer because there is the oto toxicity of the chemotherapeutics that are used for treating cancer. But there is also huge prevalence of hearing loss within diabetes patient, for instance, within chronic kidney disease patient within neurodegenerative disease patients. So the hearing loss is the third risk factor for the evolution of from my cognitive impairment to dementia. So that's something that we try to address as well. And so to to accelerate that kind of things. What we do is that we develop models and techniques that enables our partners or clients to today As the efficacy of those new technology or drugs, on this very specific pathology, so what will make what will help drugs to reach the market is to select the first is to diagnose Well, I would say the disease, so to understand where is the cause of hearing loss, and then to finally find the right mechanism of action target and drug to be able to address that specifically. And so we're talking about, you know, neuropathy, synaptopathy. So Hidden Hearing loss, so this difficulty of hearing noise, for instance, we have the hearing loss with the noise and there are several consequences of of hearing loss and causes of hearing loss that we try to address the best. And that, for that, you need to have a very good understanding of the of the disease and the underlying mechanisms on the disease as well.
Brian Taylor 10:58
Peter, did you have anything you wanted to add?
Peter Markham 11:01
Yeah, I think the certainly, you know, gene therapy is, is up and coming and for hearing, it's a target, and it's a target that's isolated from the rest of the body, in some way. And so from a side effect profile, potentially, gene therapy can be used, you know, because you have an isolated organ to treat. But in addition to that, you know, we're developing devices and so, so bio resorbable materials, polymers, can be used to help repair injury to the tympanic membrane, the current technologies that are used for, let's say, cochlear implants may be able to be used for drug delivery, for restorative hearing loss versus just putting a wire in and, and having an artificial way to connect the signals. There's, you know, there's, there's chronic ear infections and children that, that, that potentially can be really, you know, treated with, with long term local drug delivery, delivery versus systemic where the systemic drugs don't get to the ear, and you have to dose so high that you end up with systemic toxicity, trying to treat a local problem. So there's a lot of opportunities to combine technologies to treat hearing loss, and it's just a really exciting field.
Brian Taylor 12:30
And I want to echo that, I think for anybody out there, that's an audiologist or a hearing aid dispenser, who en t, you know, the fact that we have, hopefully, in the near future, many more choices with regard to treatment, I think that's really exciting. You know, in our, in my little field, we talked an awful lot about over the counter hearing aids, as, as a disruptive force, well, this is much more potentially disruptive, you can think about the you know, delivering medications directly to the, to the, to the ear. So,
Celia Belline 13:08
yeah, and the future is probably the combination, actually, because the hearing aids are something that is absolutely needed on the market, you know, but it will not solve the disease cause. And so there is really a synergy between between the different devices that are proposed, and that will be proposed and optimized also in the future with other technologies and drugs that will actually treat different things of the ear problems that we can culture,
Brian Taylor 13:34
that's a great point that these things would be used in combination.
Celia Belline 13:36
absolutely it's an add-on that yeah, most of the therapeutics that are going to be actually developed will be developed, at the end. add on to a hearing aids potentially.
Peter Markham 13:48
Yeah, so we want to we want to eliminate the tough choices. So the tough choices is do I treat? Do I treat my cancer and lose my hearing? Do I do I choose a cochlear implant for my child knowing that that's an irreversible situation where if it's removed, you'll no longer have hearing and not be able to restore hearing in that ear? Should I do it in one ear or two ears. There's a lot of decisions that we're making that were where we're, we're potentially sacrificing hearing. And we don't have to make those decisions in the future if we employ the right technologies to advance the therapies that we're able to develop that.
Brian Taylor 14:31
That's right, really exciting times. Let's talk a little bit about your strategic alliance between CILcare and CBSET. I know that you recently celebrated your fifth year anniversary, so congratulations for that. And but tell us a little bit more about why you formed this strategic alliance between the two companies.
Peter Markham 14:52
Sure. So So when Celia approached us and in 2006 She had a She had an extraordinary vision. And, and her devotion to the, to the field to have hearing loss and tinnitus and the other hearing related diseases was extraordinary. And she came with, she came with a group of scientists who were experts in their field. And, and had been involved in the in the development of therapies for hearing loss. And, and that's the specialization that we needed to be able to put together a series of, of tools to service the translational research necessary in hearing. And so we saw that as an extraordinary opportunity, because because in order to hire the people that have the expertise, you know, from the onset and build it from nothing, it would have taken much longer from Celia's perspective, she came to an institution that had the GLP compliant research, we had the platform, we had the expertise, we had the regulatory knowledge and in developing other technologies, like technologies for other for other therapeutic areas, and, and so plugging the CILcare's scientific expertise and CBSETs regulatory expertise in building a GLP compliant platform that wasn't available in the United States, it's time was an opportunity for both organizations, and we've been highly successful. And, and some of the, some of the therapies that we brought through GLP safety assessment are now in clinical trial. So we're happy to have had success through COVID. It's, it's a growing market, and it's an it's a market that has longevity, and there's a lot of a lot of space to innovate in this field, which is very interesting to both parties. See, if you want to go
Celia Belline 17:00
Yeah, I think I can make some, some ideas, especially on the you know, it's really a mindset, we want it to go fast. And the best way to go fast is to, to partner with the best partner. And so to do that combination of we bring the, you know, the expertise and the vision, as Peter says, said on hearing and and we we have real good and establish and very successful partner with us to move forward in this in this field of hearing. So we don't reinvent the wheel, we just combine forces to go faster and support better our partners and clients. So that's really what we wanted, then it was, you know, kind of cultural marriage as well, because you know, that this is something we are used to, I think really create the feeling of being a team very quickly, in between CILcare. And CBSET was something also I think extraordinary in the journey that people are actually still living together.
Brian Taylor 18:05
I as we as we wrap things up, one, and it's not often that we have a CEO on our on our, on our broadcast, let alone two CEOs. So thank you for taking time out of your busy schedules to be with us. But I wanted to kind of pick your brain about the future of hearing healthcare, and kind of get your perspective on how you think how you think the future is going to unfold with some of these new emerging technologies from companies that are coming from yours. So what do you think? What's your crystal ball say about hearing healthcare?
Celia Belline 18:44
Yeah, so you we are today we are really, in addition to the gene therapy, or genetic therapy, I should say, or cell therapies that are really breakthrough technology that can see images of solutions or can bring solutions to hearing disorders. We are also very much focused on this interlink in between hearing loss or hearing disorders, I should say an auditory signature of patients and that's something I think, audiologist will be very interested in and other diseases. And I really think and this is what we see also in the literature today that we've gotten to use the auditory signature of patients or digital auditory signature as a prognostic factor of the evolution of other diseases. And that is also extremely important. It's it's it's a sense that give you in advance an alert on what's going wrong within your body. And this is something that I think it's going to be very useful in the future. So this monitoring of the auditory function of anybody along the life is going to be you know a game changer in the prediction of the evolution to chronic disease. Yeah, before
Brian Taylor 20:03
I want to, that's really intriguing. You call it a digital auditory signature. Yes. And tell us more about what you mean by that.
Celia Belline 20:12
We are trying to do that kind of thing, you know, because in preclinical we are using a battery of tests to really diagnose very precisely, the disease that we cause to our different models. So it's using ABR we're using DPOAE, we're using CAEP EP, we are using, you know, ecochleography. Lots of things, to diagnose the animals. And this is something that should be translated. And this is something we're working on right now try to really have a battery of tests in human that can also give you like you have with the {inaudible}, you know, the digital auditory signature of the patient. And it might not be you know, a matter of hearing threshold, it might be something different, you see, you know, I don't know, an interpeak that is longer, latency of the wave I, that kind of things. And all those things will give you, you know, an auditory signature digital auditory signature of the patient, and that can predict it if its wrong, something that is going to happen in your brain, in inflammation in your body, or, you know, that kind of things.
Brian Taylor 21:20
That's really interesting. And I mean, it's much more it's way beyond the traditional pure tone audiogram, which I think many of our viewers know, is a very primitive tool for identifying hearing disorders. So thank you for sharing that, Celia, Peter, what's your take on the future?
Peter Markham 21:36
Well, I think not only the therapies will change, but also the ability to image and to assess hearing in different ways. And so Celia is measuring, you know, talking about signal measurement, potentially having a having a baseline auditory functional tests that you can, that you can assess over time to assure that you're, you know, you're remaining and go good health, and specifically when you get to, you know, to be older. But in addition to that, the technologies are evolving from an imaging perspective, from a measurement perspective, from a sensitivity perspective. And, and what used to be large is now becoming very small. And as soon as it gets very small and very sensitive, it will become particularly useful in, in this in the small structures of the ears. And so, so we're also developing the imaging technologies to be able to allow the clinicians to assess the disease earlier and in a more in a more accurate manner. And perhaps, you know, that will help the field overall field as well.
Brian Taylor 22:55
Well, I think there's many, many aspects of, of diagnosis, identification, treatment of hearing disorders that, you know, we can look forward to as hearing care professional. So, thank you so much for spending some time with us, Celia Belline, and Peter Markham CEOs respectively of CILcare and CBSET. Thank you for being on the broadcast. We really appreciate
Celia Belline 23:21
it. Thank you very much for inviting us.
Peter Markham 23:24
Thank you Brian.
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Brian Taylor, AuD, is the senior director of audiology for Signia. He is also the editor of Audiology Practices, a quarterly journal of the Academy of Doctors of Audiology, editor-at-large for Hearing Health and Technology Matters and adjunct instructor at the University of Wisconsin.
Celia Belline has over 20 years' experience in the pharmaceutical industry. She worked as the global head of clinical trial logistics and supply chains in Sanofi R&D, was a permanent member of clinical strategiccommittees, and the Director of projects dealing with major chronic diseases associated with aging, where she developed her interest and expertise in hearing disorders. She trained at ESSEC and London Business Schools, in addition to holding several master's degrees in project management, industrial strategy and health environment. In 2014, Celia along with Drs. Sylvie Pucheu & Marie-Pierre Pasdelou, founded CILcare, a Smart R&D platform dedicated to the acceleration and development of novel therapies to prevent and treat ear disorders, with offices in Boston, MA, France, and Denmark.
Peter Markham is an independent consultant (President, CBSET, Lexington, MA) specializing in preclinical medical device translation and safety assessments. Peter has 30 years of management and regulatory experience in GLP contract research. Prior to cofounding CBSET in 2006, he was general manager of the Worcester/Southbridge division of Charles River Laboratories, a multi-disciplinary pre-clinical business unit which serviced the Toxicology, Pharmacology, Surgery, Metabolism, Pharmacokinetics, and Bioanalytical Chemistry markets. Previously, he served as a senior executive in leadership roles at various research companies including Genzyme Transgenics, Primedica, BioDevelopment Laboratories, and Arthur D. Little. He has broad expertise in both drug and device development with over two decades of scientific leadership in drug metabolism, pharmacokinetics, bioanalytical chemistry, and the application of these scientific disciplines to the development of combination products. Mr. Markham holds a BS and MS in Bioanalytical Chemistry from University of Massachusetts.

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Dear Respected Landlords,
Two years ago I rented my property. Tenant mentioned that he and his brother and wife will be living in the house. When I went for inspection I I found there is another person living in the house. Please note that the house is a two bed but downstairs living room is separate so he is subletting it. When I confronted him he said he is his guest. There is always someone living in the house even though tenant didn't admit it. I must mention that I rented it as a family not HMO. But he is utilising it as HMO. I don't know how to deal with it. They have been smoking inside the house as well. I saw it myself. Please advise me.
Sounds a bit complicated, think I would talk to a solicitor and get a letter sent through them.
Does your tenancy agreement with the tenants prohibit smoking? You need firm proof that the guest is more than a guest. Good tenancy agreements spell out exactly how long an undeclared guest can stay.
I would suggest s21.
Yes it has Claus stating not to smoke in the property. Tenant was smoking inside the house and I caught them in red handed.
I am not an experienced landlord hence it has been really difficult for me to know what I can do in the circumstances like:
- Unauthorised Subletting
- Smoking inside the house
- Refusing to agree the new increased rent after two year rent review. Tennant even threatened saying he won't pay the rent until he is evicted and it will allow him to stay their for 6 months for free.
As David mentioned, you need to issue a Section 21 notice to your tenants. Openrent have a recent post about this: https://help.openrent.co.uk/hc/en-gb/articles/360029620492-What-is-a-Section-21-Eviction-
If you feel inexperienced or need additional support, it would be best to get a solicitor involved who can advise you in more detail rather than rely on this forum.
Thanks a lot for your reply. Keep you guys updated. Regards


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It is unthinkable, but it is real. Any normal Catholic would never have imagined this could happen. But it does. In these United States of America, there is a coalition of priests who have been unjustly canceled by their bishops — not by the dictatorial authorities, like in communist China, North Korea and the unhappy Cuba — but by their own bishops!
What is a canceled priest? Let's be clear what he is not; he is not a priest who's committed a serious sin or flagrantly violated canon law. Yes, priests guilty of serious crimes have been rightly removed, but they do not fall into the category of "canceled" as their removal was due to offenses they actually committed, not due to their defense of Catholic truth.
When we speak of canceled priests, we refer to those who are being targeted by superiors and who are not afraid to stand up for the Faith no matter how countercultural it might be.
The canceled priest exudes reverence during the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass, loving Our Lord in the Eucharist. He loves hearing confessions and doing pastoral work in general. He wants to improve his own education and grow in his vocation, realizing his seminary training may have been deficient.
Above all, a canceled priest wants to help others get to Heaven.
One of the biggest problems in the clergy today is careerism. Many good men fall victim to the go-along-to-get-along mentality. Too many clerics interpret "being pastoral" to mean just ensuring you don't rock the boat.
Often, seminarians and young priests are told the best priest is the one with the fewest complaints — the one who does the most social outreach; the one who focuses on secular pop-culture concerns such as environmentalism.
Meanwhile, the priest who focuses most on saving souls and offering the sacraments runs counter to our materialist culture — and to the chanceries that have succumbed to it.
A canceled priest may or may not still have his faculties to celebrate the sacraments publicly. Those with their faculties usually have no assignment and are designated to live in so-called approved housing — often with priests that are guilty of a serious crime.
Rather than stripping a priest of his faculties, many bishops opt for punishing their priests with ill-defined administrative leave. There are many priests across the country who have been canceled in this way — left hanging in a sort of canonical limbo, where they cannot lead a parish despite facing no canonical charges.
When a bishop does that to a priest, he is sidestepping canon law.
If the priest wants to appeal this type of decree, the priest may have recourse to the Congregation for the Clergy in Rome.
Unlike a true canonical trial, the priest is not granted discovery, so the bishop may send information to the Congregation that is not revealed to the priest and his canon lawyer (if he can afford one).
Many have discovered the Congregation just assumes that whatever the bishop is stating is true.
The priest's final recourse, if he loses his case, is to appeal to the Apostolic Signatura, the Vatican's supreme court. This is an expensive endeavor that takes years and often yields no fruit. Rarely does the Signatura reverse a decree by the Congregation.
Many bishops feel they have free rein on removing priests.
The Coalition for Canceled Priests (CFCP) was formed to counter the injustice being perpetrated on priests across the country so that they may receive due process of law, spiritual and material support, and the benefit of knowing they are not alone.
Its full mission statement, eligibility criteria, types of support and other insights may be found on the group's website.
The folks at CFCP want to make sure a canceled priest is able to make ends meet, knows his rights and can find a good canon lawyer and, if need be, a civil attorney. While a bishop has the full use of diocesan stewardship to pay for lawyers, a persecuted priest usually does not.
The coalition wants to make sure he has a decent place to live and fraternal support. The CFCP is in the process of helping over a dozen priests across the country with legal and canonical needs as well as various expenses of life, like health care and car repair.
The Coalition for Canceled Priests is dedicated to spiritually and materially supporting faithful priests who — after being unjustly canceled by their bishops — seek to return to active ministry. The Coalition is lay driven and relies upon prayer, fasting and actions by an array of contributors who rigorously defend these priests and fight back against errant bishops.
In June 2021, over 1,000 faithful Catholics got together in a session to support the Coalition. In June this year, on the first anniversary of that meeting, lay folks are again gathering in Beloit, Wisconsin to support those good priests.
Speaking at the two-day event will be priests Fr. James Altman and Fr. John Lovell; laywomen Liz Yore, Janet Smith and Stella Moore; and laymen Dr. Peter Kwasniewski, Michael Hichborn, David Gray, Jesse Romero, Tom Oglesby, Alexander Tschugguel and yours truly.
Kudos to Fr. John Lovell, cofounder of the Coalition for Canceled Priests and a canceled priest himself, for providing the information for this article.
Please consider attending and supporting these men, our holy priests of God. If you wish to attend, please send an email to email@example.com.
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TRIBUTE QUARTET Set To Release Highly-Anticipation (Quartet Tribute Vol. 3 ) Oct. 6th
Nashville, TN – The much-anticipated addition to the fan & collector favorite "Tribute Quartet's Quartet Tribute" series – Volume 3 – is set to release on October 6, 2023.
This brand new volume is one that will be a "collector's favorite, for sure," says Tribute baritone and pianist, Josh Singletary. He states: "Due to the fact that all of us (within Tribute) are already fans of this music, it has become one of our favorites we've recorded, in this series. The track list choices we made, alone, created an excitement to record them."
Those attending the National Quartet Convention (NQC), at the end of this month, can expect to "get your hands" on a brand new pre-release copy. Likewise, those unable to attend the NQC, will have the opportunity to reserve a copy in Tribute's online store, as well as Apple Music.
Tribute Quartet's Quartet Tribute, Volume 3 (produced by Gerald Wolfe) will be release on the Daywind Records label and distributed by New Day Christian Distributors.
For More Information About Any and Everything Tribute Quartet, Visit www.TributeQuartet.com


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Jennett, N M; Nunn, J (2011) High resolution measurement of dynamic (nano) indentation impact energy: a step towards the determination of indentation fracture resistance. Philos. Mag., 91 (7-9). pp. 1200-1220.
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A Micro Materials, UK, NanoTest has been modified to allow fast data acquisition at up to 200 kHz to enable high-resolution (sub pJ) impact energy measurement. Displacement vs. time data was acquired at 20 kHz in 3 s bursts to capture the acceleration, impact and rebounding of the pendulum mounted indenter. The data acquired were analysed to provide measurements of position, velocity, acceleration, impact distance, impact depth (elastic and plastic) potential and kinetic energy throughout the impact cycle and provided high-resolution information throughout the impact event itself, which lasted only ~ 10 ms. The ability of the system to detect fracture events and measure energies associated with these events is investigated. The effect of impact energy and indenter geometry is demonstrated and it is shown that the system is able to detect damage events and measure the difference in the energy absorbed in an impact when damage occurs.
Item Type: | Article |
Keywords: | Dynamic, nanoindentation, impact, hardness, fracture, toughness |
Subjects: | Advanced Materials Advanced Materials > Surface Engineering |
Identification number/DOI: | 10.1080/14786435.2010.485585 |
Last Modified: | 02 Feb 2018 13:14 |
URI: | http://eprintspublications.npl.co.uk/id/eprint/4947 |
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HandyGames and The Wild Gentlemen have released a new trailer for Chicken Police, which is coming to Nintendo Switch.
Sonny Featherland and Marty MacChicken were once a legendary detective duo, but are now nothing more than a washed-up wreck and a wannabe star-detective.
Thanks to a mysterious case that comes along, things are about to change. As they journey through the crooked city of Clawville, they must face the demons of their dark past.
Created with artistic photo-manipulation and lifelike 3D backgrounds, you can expect a grim and sinister story with satire in an experience that takes inspiration from the classic film-noir movies of the '40s.
"Maybe the most important thing is that the mood and the atmosphere must be coherent," explains game director Bánk.
"In creating narrative games, you must pay attention to a lot of things that the player maybe won't even notice (or will be affected only subconsciously), but all in all, I believe everything stands on the characters, whom we'll learn to love or hate to be breathing with them within the world they live in.
"It all depends on whether you, the player, want to know, is the character have a life outside of the game? If the answer is yes, you, as a writer, did your job well."
Chicken Police will release on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch worldwide in 2020.


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Elaine Trebek Kares, also known as Elaine Callei, is a well-known American businesswoman and broadcaster. He is also an artist and participates in many art galleries. She is the ex-wife of Alex Trebek and the mother of a beautiful daughter named Nicky Trebek. Elaine has been in a marital relationship three times. As of 2020, Elaine Trebek Kares' husband is Peter Kares and he is probably enjoying his married life. Later, he launched his own businesses including Scent Seal which shaped a new system for perfumes and fragrances. He likes the arts and drawing very much. He attends many art galleries and introduces his arts and galleries to people. Perhaps, you also get good cash from art galleries for your fantastic portraits and sketches. Tune in to the bio and explore more on Wikipedia, biography,
Elaine Trebek Kares Height and Weight
How tall is Elaine Trebek Kares? It stands 5 feet 7 inches tall. She weighs around 55 kg or 121 pounds. His body measurements are not known. She has a pair of dark brown eyes and her hair is blonde. She is also a fitness fanatic. He likes to do yoga, hiking, and cardio. He wears a shoe size of 6 UK.
Elaine Trebek Kares Age
How old is Elaine Trebek Kares? He was born in 1963. He is 57 years old. She is a US citizen and a mixed ethnicity. Her birth sign is Cancer. He was born in United States. The names of his father and mother are unknown. She also has siblings. Regarding education, she is well educated. He graduated from Ohio State University with a journalism degree.
Elaine Trebek Kares Wikipedia
Wiki | |
Real name | Elaine trebek kares |
Nickname / Stage name | Elaine |
Birthday | Not known |
Age | 57 years old (As of 2023) |
Profession | Announcer, businesswoman |
Famous for | Luis Callei (m.? – before 1974) Alex Trebek ( d . 1974; div. 1981) Peter Kares |
Place of birth / hometown | Columbus, Ohio, United States |
Nationality | American |
Sexuality | Right |
Current residence | California, United States |
Religion | Christendom |
Gender | Woman |
Ethnicity | White |
Zodiac sign | Gemini |
Physical statistics | |
Height / height | In centimeters- 170 cm In meters- 1.70 m In feet – 5'7 ' |
Weight | In kilograms- 55 kg In pounds- 121 pounds |
Body measurements | Not known |
Waist size | Not known |
Hip size | Not known |
Bra size | Not known |
Shoe size | 6 (UK) |
Dress size | Not known |
Body constitution | To fit in |
Eye color | Dark brown |
Hair color | blond |
Tattoos | N / A |
Family | |
Parents | Father: Unknown Mother: Unknown |
Brothers | Brother: Unknown Sister: Unknown |
Relations | |
Marital status | Married |
Previous appointments | Luis Callei (m.? – before 1974) Alex Trebek ( d . 1974; div. 1981) |
Boyfriend | Unique |
Spouse / Spouse | Peter kares |
Kids | 1 |
Education | |
Highest Rating | Graduate |
School | Not known |
Alma mater | University of Colombia |
Favorites | |
Favorite actor | Johnny depp |
Favorite actress | Jennifer Aniston |
Favorite color | White |
Favorite food | Italian food |
Favourite place | Switzerland |
Hobbies | Yoga, hiking and cardio |
Entry | |
Net worth | Approximately $ 15 million USD (as of 2021) |
Online Contacts | |
Social media links | Facebook, Twitter, Instagram (inactive) |
Elaine Trebek Kares Husband
Who is Elaine Trebek Kares's husband? She enjoys her married life with her loving husband Peter Kares. Even after two failed marriages, the businesswoman has found the love of her life. Elaine Trebek Kares is married to Louis Callei, Alex Trebek, and Peter Kares. Her first marriage was to Louis Callei and she gave birth to a beautiful daughter, Nicky Trebek. But they divorced and Elaine married Alex Trebek in 1974. She did not have any children with Alex and the former couple divorced in 1981. However, Elaine's then-husband became Nicky's adoptive father and gave him his last name. Well, after all, Alex treats her like his own daughter.
Speaking of Nicky, she is a very lucky girl to have a stepfather like Alex Trebek. She works as a production assistant and is possibly close to her parents. Currently, she maintains a loving relationship with her husband, Peter Kares. The couple seem to be living a beautiful life together. After marrying Peter, she launched her perfume business for a good income and profit.
Elaine Trebek Kares Past Affairs
Elaine was previously married to Alex Trebek, a Canadian-American television personality. He is the regular host of the syndicated game show Jeopardy! since 1984. Alex became an adoptive father to Elaine's daughter from his previous marriage. Kares and Jeopardy! Alex, the host, who has been diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer, married on September 25, 1974. They kissed and pronounced husband and wife in front of 150 guests. Unfortunately, like her first marriage, Elaine's second marriage didn't last long either. Sadly, the couple divorced on May 13, 1982, as of now they have both moved on and are happily enjoying their married life with their respective partners. Alex is in a marital relationship with his second wife, Jean Currivan Trebek,
Elaine Trebek Kares Net Worth
What is Elaine Trebek Kares' net worth? His net worth is estimated to be around $ 15 million. It has been in business for a long time and has launched different lines such as Scent Seal, a new system created for packaging perfumes and fragrance samples. He also released Mag-a-Music. Kares currently owns and operates Gallery GO. It is an art gallery based in Los Angeles, California. Besides business, he also hosted different television shows. Her ex-spouse, Alex Trebek, is one of the richest television personalities. He has a total net worth of $ 75 million. He also receives a salary of around $ 78,000 per episode and $ 18 million annually.
Elaine Trebek Kares Facts
- She was a Playboy bunny in the 1960s under the pseudonym Teddy Howard.
- With her first husband Louis Callei, she later moved to Toronto, Ontario, Canada, where she ran her own party planning and promotion business before joining CHCH-TV in Hamilton as the host of a daily talk show, Call Callei.
- The show was particularly noted for Callei's interest in sexual issues, which pushes boundaries; His 1972 interview with Xaviera Hollander sparked a reprimand from the Canadian Radio, Television and Telecommunications Commission in early 1973.
- She left CHCH to take over as CTV's Canada AM co-host in February 1973, after Carole Taylor left the show to join W5.
- However, she lasted only a few months before leaving the show by mutual agreement that she was not a good fit for a morning show, and was replaced by Helen Hutchinson.
- She is not active on social media platforms.


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NEW head coach Claire Cruikshank has today announced a 37-player squad for the Thistles' inaugural Celtic Challenge campaign.
Cruikshank, who was previously Sweden Women Head Coach and worked with the Scotland Women coaching group last year as part of the Rugby World Cup Coaching Internship programme, will lead the coaching team alongside FOSROC Scottish Rugby Academy coach Chris Laidlaw and Performance Coach Stuart Corsar.
The squad comprises of rising talent within the Scottish Futures programme and Tennent's Premiership, alongside home-based contracted players Elliann Clarke, Emma Orr, Evie Wills and Meryl Smith.
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"I'm delighted to have been appointed Head Coach of The Thistles in what is a really exciting period for women's rugby in Scotland," said Cruikshank.
"It's fantastic to have a competition that helps to bridge the gap between the domestic and the elite game and I'm looking forward to working with this group of players and seeing what they can achieve over the next month."
The Thistles will take on the Welsh Development XV side in the competition's opening fixture this Sunday with 2.30pm kick-off at Scotstoun Stadium, before travelling to Kingspan Stadium to take on Combined Provinces XV on Saturday 4th February (kick-off 4.30pm). The return fixtures will be at Cardiff Arms Park against the Welsh Development XV a week later (Saturday 11th February, kick-off 4.30pm), and against Combined Provinces XV on Saturday 25th February (kick-off 1.30pm) at DAM Health Stadium in Edinburgh.
A Scottish Rugby statement said: "With World Rugby committed to advancing the competitiveness of the elite women's game, the international federation is financially supporting the Celtic Challenge Pilot in 2023 and continues to be in productive discussions with Scottish Rugby, the IRFU and WRU on a long-term vision for the competition."
- To reserve free-of-charge match-day tickets for The Thistles v Welsh Development XV at Scotstoun Stadium on Sunday 22nd January (kick-off 2.30pm), click HERE.
- To reserve free-of-charge match-day tickets for The Thistles v Combined Provinces XV at DAM Health Stadium on Saturday 25th February: (kick-off 1.30pm), click HERE.
The Thistles squad for the 2023 Celtic Challenge competition
- Aila Ronald (University of Edinburgh)
- Alex Stewart (University of Edinburgh)
- Charlotte Boan (Cartha Queens Park)
- Elliann Clarke (University of Edinburgh)
- Emma Turner (Corstorphine Cougars)
- Erinn Foley (Hillhead Jordanhill)
- Eva Donaldson (University of Edinburgh)
- Freya Walker (Watsonians)
- Jess Fyfe (Cartha Queens Park)
- Katie Lindsey (Stirling County)
- Kaylee Fraser (Corstorphine Cougars)
- Kiera McDonald (Stirling County)
- Kirsty Ritchie (Biggar)
- Lindsey McDiarmid (Garioch)
- Molly Poolman (Watsonians)
- Natasha Logan (University of Edinburgh)=
- Nikki Simpson (Garioch)
- Poppy Fletcher (Heriot's)
- Eve Thomson (Hillhead Jordanhill)
- Lucy Kidd (Corstorphine Cougars)
- Sophie Murray (Stirling County)
- Carla McDonald (Hillhead Jordanhill)
- Ceitidh Ainsworth (Stirling County)
- Cieron Bell (University of Edinburgh)
- Emma Orr (Biggar)
- Evie Wills (Hillhead Jordanhill)
- Fran McGhie (Watsonians)
- Hannah Walker (University of Edinburgh)
- Holly McIntyre (University of Edinburgh)
- Megan Gaffney (Heriot's)
- Meryl Smith (University of Edinburgh)
- Rachel Law (Watsonians)
- Rachel Philipps (University of Edinburgh)
- Rhea Clarke (University of Edinburgh)
- Roma Fraser (Cartha Queens Park)
- Sky Phimister (Stirling County)
- Sarah Denholm (University of Edinburgh)
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text: We'll learn about the new exhibition "Thomas Cole's Studio: Memory and Inspiration," which explores the creative directions of the painter's last years, the rich and diverse group of works left in his studio at his death, and how his example so powerfully affected the evolution of art in America. Thomas Cole was already the most famous landscape painter in America when he died unexpectedly at the age of 47 in February 1848. Betsy Jacks is Executive Director of the Thomas Cole National Historic Site and joins us in studio. On the phone, we welcome Franklin Kelly, Senior Curator of the National Gallery of Art in Washington, DC, who is curating the exhibition at the Thomas Cole Site in Catskill, New York.


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Contemporary villa about 10 minutes from Montespertoli. 2 Bed property with 2.1 hectares of land and gardens including an olive grove (125 trees) and a small vineyard (1,600 sqm). Habitable but would benefit from updating of systems and cosmetically.
Modern Villa near Montespertoli and Florence
Located in a peaceful setting surrounded by trees, this modern villa spans 170 square metres and is not far from Montespertoli and Florence. There are currently two bedrooms and three bathrooms in the villa, with only minor updates needed to the finishings and systems. There is a small vineyard and olive grove (125 trees) on the 2.1 hectares of land that surround the building.
Basic services are within 2 kilometres (5 minutes), and more extensive services can be found in the nearby town of Montespertoli, located 9 kilometres (10 minutes) away. Florence is only 45 minutes away by car, but you can also easily reach all the other art cities in Tuscany (Poggibonsi, San Gimignano, Castellina in Chianti, Monteriggioni, Siena, etc.).
The villa is a standard example of a modern structure, with its clean lines and exposed modern materials (170 square metres, or 1,829 square feet with 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms). The villa is almost entirely on one floor, beginning with a large central living hall that branches off to the kitchen and dining area, two bathrooms, a private sitting room on one side, and a smaller service kitchen, bathroom, and sitting room on the other. A flight of stairs leads up to the first floor, where two adjoining bedrooms with access to the roof deck can be found.
The villa is in good condition and ready for occupancy; minor repairs and updates are all that are required. The reinforced concrete building meets all current seismic standards with flying colours. All the rooms have either French windows or sliding glass windows that lead to the outside, allowing plenty of natural light to fill the space.
The 100 square metres (1,076 square feet) shed is divided between a garage/storage area, a workshop, and a laundry area with a compact service bathroom.
To round out the villa, there are 5.2 acres (2.1 hectares) at your disposal (1.2 ha). The garden surrounds the building, and its gravelled areas provide space for several cars to be parked out of the way.
About 1,600 square metres are devoted to grapevines, and the remaining area is home to an olive grove with about 125 trees used to produce olive oil for personal use.
There is also the possibility to build a swimming pool within the property.
- TYPE: Montespertoli contemporary villa
- CONDITION: Habitable
- LOCATION: Open and sunny
- ACCESS: Excellent
- MUNICIPALITY: Montespertoli
- PROVINCE: Florence
- REGION: Tuscany
- INTERIORS: 270 square metres (2,905 square feet)
- ANNEXES: Shed
- MAIN FEATURES: Contemporary building, reinforced concrete structure, brick walls, vaulted ceilings, ceramic flooring, convenient garage, storage room, olive grove, small vineyard
- EXTERIORS: 2.1 hectares (5.2 acres)
- GARDEN: Yes, around the villa
- SWIMMING POOL: No, but possible
- ELECTRICITY: Already connected
- WATER SUPPLY: Mains water
- TELEPHONE: To be connected
- ADSL: Yes
- GAS: Natural gas
- HEATING SYSTEM: Radiators
- CLOSEST CITIES AND TOWNS Closest services (2km; 5'), Montespertoli (9km; 10'), San Casciano in Val di Pesa (10km; 15'), Barberino Val d'Elsa (12km; 20'), Poggibonsi (22km; 30'), San Gimignano (26km; 40'), Greve in Chianti (27km; 35'), Castellina in Chianti (31km; 35'), Florence (34km; 45'), Colle di Val d'Elsa (38km; 35'), Monteriggioni (46km; 40'), Volterra (52km; 1h 10'), Siena (62km; 50')
- CLOSEST AIRPORTS Firenze Vespucci (35km; 30'), Pisa Galilei (75km; 55'), Bologna Marconi (122km; 1h 25'), Perugia San Francesco (179km; 2h), Roma Ciampino (306km; 3h 20'), Roma Fiumicino (320km; 3h 15')


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Tuesday, December 18, 2012
Robert Toll: Home Prices to Jump 20% Next Year, 25% to 30% in 2014
Toll was early on in detecting the problem because his firm, Toll Brothers, is one of the largest home builders in the country. The firm is currently building in 20 states: Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, Virginia, and Washington.
That's why it is significant when he sees a turn in the market. It comes from first hand knowledge across a spectrum of local markets.
In an interview with Reuters Impact Players host Robert Wolf, Toll says that home prices are about to rebound significantly, climbing 20% next year and another 25-30% in 2014. His top pick when he's looking to build? New York City.
Indeed, if Bernanke keeps pumping money the way he is, Toll's forecast might be seen in retrospect as too conservative
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- AnonymousDecember 18, 2012 at 10:15 AM
Sure, TOL must be brilliant: the stock went from $60 at housing peak, to $15 earlier this year.
Why pay any attention to their very bias predictions of housing prices going higher? While many people do have the memory of a fish, Robert Toll seems to think people are trout rather than salmon.
>What part of, "I was at the Milken Conference and personally heard him be among the first to warn of the developing housing crisis," do you not understand? Should you have not paid attention to his warning back then? Biased? Try informed.
What part of "past predictive success does not imply future predictive success" don't you understand?- AnonymousDecember 18, 2012 at 10:55 AM
That's a doubling of housing prices in 3 years. That's like a hardway bet in craps if you buy TOL.
Might be worth the gamble if TOL's shares have been beaten down like they have. They have an 11 P/E ratio on their shares. Might be talking his book, but it's hard to ignore. - AnonymousDecember 18, 2012 at 12:31 PM
I wonder if Bernanke would go on a structured Fed buying spree of Jack Russel Terriers. Then I could start really breeding and selling mine into a Fed funded mountain of cash. Then when Fed funds are infused and extracted, what next? Wait for more Fed cash? Ben's banks will get to take possession of some of the JRTs that buyers could not keep up payments on SINCE outsourcing and oil profiteering is also tax/dereg favored. Oh well, the JRT market will be left flat until another Fed flood comes along. Enjoy the dogs until then Ben Inc. Anyone interested in "garbage mtg bonds" that turn into gold once the Fed buys them in a steady feeding frenzy, that would blow out any market AWAY from affordability?
ReplyDelete - AnonymousDecember 18, 2012 at 12:36 PM
I dont know about NYC. Housing prices havnt fallen that much here since 06. They are still overvalued in my view living here in NYC. I dont see how he could like NYC
ReplyDeleteReplies- AnonymousDecember 18, 2012 at 1:13 PM
He knows that in NYC, supply is artificially constrained while demand remains high. As long as the supply of monopoly money--a good deal of which flows first through NYC--keeps increasing, a drop in housing and rental prices is unlikely (even if the market appears to be overvalued).
Do you think we're going to see interest rates begin climbing w/ these price increases economy-wide, too, or how do you see that aspect playing out?
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SHILLONG: NEIGRIHMS Director DM Thappa said that there should be a corruption free NEIGIRHMS and he will strive to achieve this.
In a statement issued on Saturday with a title 'True Inside Story by the Director, Thappa, who has been embroiled in controversy, said, "It appears some officials in MoHFW are trying to run a parallel administration through Deputy Director (Admn.) by-passing Director. Main question is "What is in the interest of public a corruption free NEIGRIHMS or corruption ridden NEIGRIHMS".
Even if we do not take into account the failures of earlier administration to establish standard operating procedures (SOPs) for procurement for major consumables, it is relevant to note that all attempts to establish SOPs for procurements like stents, pacemakers, grafts and implants have been resisted by the user department."
Thappa has asserted that he is the victim of expose of nexus between a private vendor and HoD Cardiology, busted on April, 2019 when items (stents and pacemakers) worth Rs. 30 lakh were confiscated by Vigilance Officer.
He said that the HoD Cardiology along with his DM students took the system for a ride and stopped working for days together at the cost of patient's lives, so as to get the confiscated items released.
"Now AMRIT pharmacy has become primary supplier of the same after May 3, 2019. Who is getting benefitted? Director or the patients? Why the same initiative was resisted by HOD cardiology before May, 2019? The answer everybody knows. How many patients have been infected with HIV, Hepatitis B and C by reuse of one time disposable catheters, sheaths, balloons, and guide wire etc in the Cath lab for cardiac procedures in Cardiology Department. Moreover these patients were billed as if new items have been used," he said.
Criticising the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW), Thappa said that it is true that NEIGRIHMS is not 'Institute of National Importance' as per recent communication from MoHFW in relation to seeking pay parity with AIIMS, New Delhi in 2018 and 2019.
But as per gazette notification in 2008, NEIGRIHMS is the only medical institute to be declared as 'Centre of Excellence'.
However, no additional benefits are being given as a result of this.
He said while MoHFW is trying to blame the present Director for lack of progress in the Institute under his stewardship but facts prove/demonstrate otherwise. Some officials in the Ministry are misguided by the same lobby who does not want Director to interfere in their multi-crore business.
While clarifying allegations, he said, "As claimed before, Director has never issued any circular for stopping non-vegetarian food in all eateries in NEIGRIHMS. Please ask the concerned person to release that circular in the press," he said.
He also said that occasional checks need to be done to remove anomalies and to provide affordable healthcare to the public, checkmate the malpractice or corruption in the hospital. Protocols for counseling need to be developed. Personal opinion cannot be thrust on poor patients. Patients' complaints need to be taken note of and investigated in full. The department concerned should help in the conduct of vigilance enquiries.
"Government enlisted pharmacies such as AMRIT pharmacy to be promoted as per MoHFW advisory in the interest of people of North East. If it would have been followed, the event of seizure of stents and pacemakers from Sanjo pharmacy to the tune of Rs. 30 lakh would not have happened. In this vigilance awareness week, what message we want to give to the public. Don't pay bribe to the hospital staff. "Whistle blower needs to be protected", whether he is a common man or director of an institute. Let the patient's faith on the doctor in this "temple of healing" is not shaken off. NEIGRIHMS needs to be cleaned from unethical practices by few, who are maligning the image of the institute for their personal gains," Thappa said.


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BRICS has unveiled a counter-terrorism strategy to strengthen bilateral and multilateral cooperation among the member countries for effectively combating the threat.
GS-II: International Relations (Important International Groupings, Foreign policies and agreements affecting India's interests)
Dimensions of the Article:
- What is BRICS?
- About BRICS Counter-Terrorism Strategy
What is BRICS?
- BRICS is the international grouping of Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa.
- This was set up as a move towards greater multipolarity; hence the spread across three continents and both hemispheres.
- In terms of GDP, China occupies the second position; India the fifth; Brazil the ninth; Russia the 11th; and South Africa the 35th.
- In terms of growth rates, China grew at 6%; India at 4.5%, Russia 1.7%, Brazil 1.2% and South Africa 0.1%.
- BRICS does not exist in form of organization, but it is an annual summit between the supreme leaders of five nations.
- The Chairmanship of the forum is rotated annually among the members, in accordance with the acronym B-R-I-C-S.
- The BRICS seeks to deepen, broaden and intensify cooperation within the grouping and among the individual countries for more sustainable, equitable and mutually beneficial development.
- BRICS takes into consideration each member's growth, development and poverty objectives to ensure relations are built on the respective country's economic strengths and to avoid competition where possible.
- BRICS is emerging as a new and promising political-diplomatic entity with diverse objectives, far beyond the original objective of reforming global financial institutions.
About BRICS Counter-Terrorism Strategy
- In 2020, a new counter-terrorism strategy was adopted at the BRICS annual summit to strengthen bilateral and multilateral cooperation among the member countries for effectively combating the threat.
Overview of the Strategy:
- The aim of the strategy is to improve the practical cooperation among security and law-enforcement authorities of the member nations to prevent and combat terrorism, including by sharing timely and accurate information.
- The focus would be to "suppress" the facilitation of terrorist groups, entities and associated persons by not making available financial and material resources to them.
- The BRICS also resolved to counter "extremist narratives" conducive to terrorism and vowed to take steps to ensure that the Internet and social media platforms are not used for recruitment and radicalisation by terror groups.
- The BRICS high representatives for security shall be entrusted with leading the review of the implementation of this strategy, and the BRICS counter-terrorism working group (CTWG) shall be entrusted with its implementation.
Developments in the 2021 meeting
- In the 6th meeting of the BRICS Counter Terrorism Working Group under the Chairship of India, finalized the BRICS Counter Terrorism Action Plan containing specific measures to implement the BRICS Counter Terrorism Strategy adopted by BRICS Leaders in 2020.
- The Action Plan is aimed at further strengthening result oriented cooperation between BRICS countries in areas such as preventing and combating terrorism, radicalisation, financing of terrorism, misuse of internet by terrorists, and curbing travel of terrorists.
- During the Working Group meeting, the BRICS countries also exchanged views on terrorism threat assessment at national, regional and global level and resolved to further enhance counter terrorism cooperation in line with the Action Plan.
-Source: The Hindu


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SWV, aka 'Sisters With Voices', are an American female R&B trio from New York, formed in 1990 as a gospel group.
They topped the US singles chart in 1992 with 'Weak', followed by 'Right Here/Human Nature' which peaked at No 3 in the UK.
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Your customers can be your best brand ambassadors, bring in more revenue, and increase your client base than any traditional marketing channels.
Getting your consumers to talk about your brand can be a vital help to expand your business. Generally, people tend to trust their close ones' words than an advertisement.
Spreading word-of-mouth marketing also becomes effective at this point, which research has shown the potential to bring in the most ROI, with minimal marketing costs.
Let us now take a look at this most effective channel of marketing through some brilliant articles. You can also schedule a demo with NextBee to get an in-depth knowledge of the customer referral program and how it may suit your business model.
1. Referral Marketing 101: 7 Tactics to Launch Your Referral Campaign
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Enter the Brand trucking Number /AWB number/air waybill number/docket no / reference number/PRO No / B.O.L. No in the automatic tracker box to check the real-time delivery status of your worldwide parcel, orders, COD consignments, container, freight, transport, transportation, shipping, vans, trucks, express cargo and shipments online. You can also check and trace the current status of courier location and delivery date or any delay info by calling the customer service center.
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In today's competitive business landscape, building a strong brand is crucial to success. And in the trucking industry, where there are thousands of companies vying for the same business, establishing a strong brand can mean the difference between success and failure. In this article, we will explore the concept of brand trucking and provide actionable tips on how you can build your brand in the trucking industry.
What is Brand Trucking?
Brand trucking is the process of building a brand in the trucking industry. This includes creating a unique identity, messaging, and marketing strategy that sets your company apart from the competition. A strong brand can help you attract and retain customers, improve your reputation, and increase your profitability.
Why is Branding Important in the Trucking Industry?
In the trucking industry, branding is essential because it helps you stand out from the crowd. With so many companies offering similar services, it can be challenging to differentiate yourself from the competition. A strong brand can help you create a unique identity that resonates with your target audience and sets you apart from other trucking companies.
Additionally, branding can help you improve your reputation and increase your credibility. When you have a strong brand, customers are more likely to trust you and recommend your services to others. This can lead to increased business and profitability.
Tips for Building Your Brand in the Trucking Industry
Now that we understand the importance of branding in the trucking industry let's explore some actionable tips on how you can build your brand:
- Develop a Strong Identity: A strong brand starts with a strong identity. Develop a unique logo, color scheme, and messaging that sets you apart from the competition. Your identity should be consistent across all marketing materials, including your website, social media, and advertising.
- Focus on Customer Service: In the trucking industry, customer service is everything. Make sure your drivers are professional and courteous, and always go above and beyond to meet your customer's needs. This will help you establish a reputation as a reliable and trustworthy company.
- Leverage Social Media: Social media is a powerful tool for building your brand in the trucking industry. Use platforms like LinkedIn and Twitter to share industry news, showcase your services, and engage with your audience.
- Partner with Other Industry Leaders: Partnering with other industry leaders can help you build your brand and establish credibility. Consider partnering with trucking associations or other companies in the industry to showcase your expertise and build relationships.
- Offer Specialized Services: Offering specialized services can help you differentiate yourself from the competition. Consider offering niche services, such as temperature-controlled transportation or oversized load shipping, to attract customers who need these specific services.
Building a strong brand is crucial in the trucking industry, where competition is fierce. By developing a unique identity, focusing on customer service, leveraging social media, partnering with other industry leaders, and offering specialized services, you can establish a strong brand that sets you apart from the competition. Remember, building a brand takes time and effort, but the rewards are well worth it in the long run.
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During Sundance every year, Luc Robitaille, former NHL Superstar, puts on a charity hockey game at the Park City arena. When Luc and his crew from the L.A. Kings needed more gear and crew, they called on Post Fifth Pictures.
Post Fifth rounded up two Sony EX-3 cameras along with a Canon XHDA. Post Fifth grabbed nearly 10 hours of footage of the game and the Park City surroundings. The footage will be featured on an NHL Network special airing soon that focuses on the Celebrity game.
Bryce Randle served as the director of the Post Fifth Pictures unit as well as liason to the Los Angeles Kings, NHL Network, and Luc Robitaille.
The following were also present and took part in the following positions;
Jared Moench – Camera
Jared R. Cook – Camera & On Set Digitizer
Ross Beck – Camera
Hillary Miller – Still Photographer
Sterling Randle – Camera
Patrick Perrett – Host/Talent