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Our daily message (01 July 2020)
Posted on 01 July 2020 by Mr Roundtree
Today's message features a link to another edition of Families magazine – it's another 'surviving lockdown' edition.
The magazine has lots of resources and ideas to help with returning your child to school, home learning, pre-school play and a variety of ideas for family activities and entertainment.
Our daily message (30 June 2020)
Posted on 30 June 2020 by Mr Roundtree
Today's message relates to recent government announcements…
Socially distanced in school
Since the government announced that from Saturday 04 July, the two metre rule would be relaxed a little, some parents have asked if this means we can accept more children back at school. Sadly, the answer is no.
There may be spaces for a small number of individual children in a bubble, but generally speaking, there are no more spaces. Recent messages refer to a 'one metre plus' rule, but the guidance talks of 'mitigation', which includes:
- maintain 2m where viable (we've organised classrooms to do this)
- maintaining hand hygiene and cough etiquette (and we can't ensure children maintain 'cough etiquette' – coughing into a disposable tissue or at least into their sleeve, not hand)
- staff minimising duration of contact at less than 2m with people outside their household (in a small classroom, and with young children, this is really hard)
- wearing face coverings when distances of 2m cannot be kept in indoor environments where possible (school staff are advised not to wear masks or other coverings because they hinder effective teaching)
Because these precautions can't really happen in school, our current circumstances are the right ones, and Leeds City Council advice (26 June 2020) backs this up: 'Schools should continue to implement and maintain the 2m social distancing measures already in place and not plan to reduce this to 1m+.'
We know the government guidelines are complicated and appear to be forever-changing, but be assured we're following them closely.
(If it helps to know, sometimes school leaders are confused by the messages, too: current guidance for primary planning advises heads 'if you can keep older children…two metres away from each other, you should do so'. However, on 24 June, the daily email and a blog from the Department for Education stated something apparently quite different: 'primary schools do not need to keep children 2 metres apart from each other – this has been the case throughout the outbreak'.)
Summer holidays
On Friday evening, the DfE confirmed that there is no expectation that schools should open for vulnerable children and children of critical workers over the summer holiday.
They stated: 'Teachers, support staff and school leaders deserve a break, to recharge and rest.'
They further added: 'We can confirm that providers offering paid childcare will be able to operate over the summer holidays, in line with protective measures guidance. Additional funded activities may be available in local areas, such as the Holiday Activities and Food scheme.'
It's great news that children entitled to free school meals can benefit from enriching activities throughout the summer. The Holiday Activities and Food programme will support up to 50,000 disadvantaged children across 17 local authority areas, including Leeds, and help them to stay healthy and active over the summer.
Ten providers, including the Leeds Community Foundation, were successful in their bid for the programme and will be supporting families in need with activities and healthy meals. Activities will include a variety of online and directly delivered physical activities such as dance, yoga, HIIT and adventure play.
September and beyond – plans
The government has not yet published its plans for schools opening in September, but its intention is clear: that all pupils will be back for all the time.
Draft plans have been leaked and published yesterday on the Huffington Post.
These plans are still very much subject to change, but a couple of things are encouraging, including the ability to adapt the curriculum so that we can make sure our pupils catch up on valuable skills in reading, writing and maths. Please be assured we're committed to doing this in a way which means our children can continue to enjoy a broad and balanced curriculum with enriching and enjoyable experiences.
The plans also raise questions, too. For example, there is a strong emphasis on class bubbles of 30. This means we'll have to carefully consider how we plan the school day and week, and it might mean we still need to close early for one half day each week. Hopefully, the government's full plans will provide lots of guidance and detail.
Our daily message (29 June 2020)
Posted on 29 June 2020 by Mr Roundtree
We hope you had a good weekend. Despite the unpredictable weather, hopefully you managed some social time with family or friends while respecting social distancing. On my last few Sunday morning walks, I've spotted quite a few familiar faces up and about which is lovely to see.
As with previous Mondays, we kick off the week with an addition or alternative to some home learning…
Living and Learning is the name for all the teaching and learning we do around Personal, Social, Health and Economic Education (PSHE). Each week in school, we've a Living and Learning statement. I make healthy choices… is our statement this week. One of the Sphere Federation Health Leaders writes:
This week in school, we would have been enjoying one of our themed weeks: Being happy and healthy. Right now, it's even more important to look after our own physical and mental health. To help, we'd like to share some ideas to look at the theme of being happy and healthy at home. Start by watching this clip from BBC Bitesize and reading these top ten tips from Child Friendly Leeds for families to keep healthy and happy at home.
Can you encourage your child to make a new healthy choice every day this week? Or think about one new healthy change your child can make? Try to help them make sure the choice is a realistic, achievable one, such as avoiding being on an electronic device after a certain time to help sleep, or adding one extra daily portion of vegetables to their diet each day.
Here are some links to support you with this learning at home which may be as well as or instead of some of your child's home learning for this week:
- Healthy eating – Change4Life, British Nutrition Foundation Healthy Eating week, Food a fact of life
- Physical health – Government guidelines recommend at least 60 minutes of physical activity a day, get active with National School Sports Week resources, imovement, ThisisPE, GoNoodle
- Mental health (including reducing screen time) – Tips for reducing screen time, Anna Freud centre, MindMate, Childline calm zone, listen to meditations, try yoga, look at our suggested mindfulness techniques
- Sleep – Good-Night Guide For Children, Top tips to help children sleep well
- Teeth – Keeping our teeth healthy
- Hygiene – e-bug KS1, e-bug KS2, hand washing
Talking of handwashing and being healthy…
Is everyone in your household still washing their hands carefully? After weeks of lockdown, perhaps not. This experiment might prompt you to get back into the habit: invisible flourescent paint (think of this as coronavirus or any other bug) was applied to the hand of one person (imagine the person has just coughed into their hand)… watch how it spreads.
(Top tip for watching YouTube with your child: go to the settings cog (it's along the play bar) and turn off autoplay – this avoids an inappropriate clip coming up automatically, and helps to discourage your child from passively watching clip after clip…)
Our daily message (26 June 2020)
Posted on 26 June 2020 by Mr Roundtree
Our final message this week comes from Miss Beatson, our Head of School…
We thought we'd update you on the staffing in school at present and in the future.
Currently, we have two Foundation/KS1 bubbles and two KS2 bubbles. Miss Harker and Miss Marsden are leading the F/KS1 bubbles. Mr Mills, Mrs Allen-Kelly, Mrs Rowley and Mrs Welsby are leading the KS2 bubbles.
Whilst the children who are coming to school are happy and relieved to be back into some kind of routine, school by no means feels complete. We miss our home learners enormously. Staff are working really hard to keep in touch by email, phone calls or even a wave through the fence. You've not been forgotten!
In September, the class teachers haven't changed too much…
Foundation: Miss Marsden
Y1/2: Miss Harker
Y3/4: Mrs Welsby and Mrs Rowley
Y5/6: MIss Beatson and Mr Mills
We're very sad to say goodbye to Mrs Allen-Kelly, who is leaving St James' this term to teach at Scholes (Elmet) Primary, one of our federation schools. Mrs Allen-Kelly started at the same time as me three years ago. She has been a great member of the Early Years team and she'll be missed. Miss Marsden will become the full time Early Years teacher.
The current Foundation parents will be emailed some Year 1 transition information next week to support the start in September.
Please email firstname.lastname@example.com if you have any questions or queries. Do get in touch if you're struggling in any way.
Our daily message (25 June 2020)
Posted on 25 June 2020 by Mr Roundtree
Today's message is especially for the many parents whose child remains at home…
How're things with you? For many of us, it's getting tough. We know that from some of the conversations we're having with you. And we know that from how we're feeling, too. If you're finding things tough right now, it might help to know you're not alone.
Even with some aspects of lockdown easing, there are still things that aren't back to normal – and we know one of the most important things that's not easing up is your child being at home, away from their friends and away from their teacher.
Way back in March, just before schools closed, some of you speculated at the school gate about this going on for the rest of the school year. Despite this, I reckon at first many of us chose to not think about this lasting so long – we just got on with things. The first few weeks might have felt it was a bit of a novelty, even, and we had the resilience and positivity to get through it.
This was always going to be a marathon, not a sprint. We're definitely approaching the finishing line – we just can't see it yet. And just like a real marathon (not that I've ever run one!), the last stages are tough.
Things are challenging because you can see some people back at school – it's hard not to feel a sense of envy or even resentment. And things are challenging when you hear about other aspects of lockdown easing – what a weird situation that we can take children to a zoo, but not to school.
The government has announced that all pupils in all year groups in England will go back to school full-time in September. Even if that doesn't happen (and I'm thinking worst-case scenario here), I'm confident all children will be back at school on a rota system, For us, that would mean we can plan for teaching in school and then follow-up home learning which is then is checked by the teacher… That's got to be better than than the current situation – and remember, that's a worst-case scenario.
In the meantime, if your child is still at home, remember the majority of children across England are in the same situation, and children are resilient – they can bounce back, and they will. We'll all reach the end of this marathon we're running, tired and emotional maybe, but we will reach it.
Our daily message (24 June 2020)
Posted on 24 June 2020 by Mr Roundtree
Tomorrow's message is for those parents whose child(ren) are still at home. Today's message is especially to the parents and carers who have a child back at school – it's a simple one:
Please respect social distancing.
For most people, this means just three things:
- only meet outside
- only meet up in a group of six people maximum
- stay two metres apart
Yes, we know the rules will soon ease up a bit, but that's not until Saturday 04 July.
Right now, it's still those three things we all need to follow.
We're not judging a family or their choices about whether they follow guidelines or not, but the choices made at home have an impact on us in school. My job is to try and keep everyone safe. Asking a family to keep their child at home for 14 days is heartbreaking – it's not a decision taken lightly at all. The reality is that it's very upsetting.
If you and your family don't follow social distancing, we'll have to send your child home to quarantine for two weeks. This is a great shame for your child, and frustrating for other parents who want their child to be in school.
School is a social place and children chat away – it's natural for children to want to catch-up and share what they've been up to. Imagine how they feel when they've been chatting happily and they end up saying something about visiting a friend or family member's house, maybe for a meal or to socialise.
To be really clear about this: the chats we have with children are social chats – light and cheerful. We obviously don't intend to make the child feel uncomfortable, and it's horrible if child ends up feeling confused and guilty, thinking they've done something wrong, but not sure what.
The situation can be horrible for the child and difficult for us – but we need to protect all the children and staff and so we can't just ignore the concern.
Here's a comment from another school leader this week:
I totally feel for the children in this sort of situation. It's not their choice at all, but they feel the awkwardness of it, and then have to miss out on seeing their friends and getting some normal school time.
Thank you for helping us to all stay safe.
Our daily message (23 June 2020)
Posted on 23 June 2020 by Mr Roundtree
In our message today, we've a response to some government announcements made last week, and a reminder about the annual reports we recently emailed to parents.
Annual reports
By now, you should all have received a copy of your child's annual report.
Because of the coronavirus outbreak, teachers wrote the report based on the learning up to Friday 20 March, the date that schools closed. All the information, including the attainment bands and progress, refer to the period from September to March.
We want you to know as much as you want about your child's learning. If you want to discuss the report, please do contact your child's class teacher or the Head of School.
Free school meals over the summer holiday
You'll be aware of the success of Marcus Rashford in persuading the government to provide free school meals over the summer – the government had previously said the scheme would end at the end of the term.
In last Tuesday's post (16.06.20), we encouraged caution when hearing about government plans. This is a case in point, because at the moment the information about this is that this is for a voucher scheme only. This is different to how we've provided free school meals over Easter, when we worked with our regular caterers who provided food hampers. It's worth knowing so you can perhaps start to find out more about the vouchers and how they work.
If you've had a recent change in circumstances – a loss of job or a reduction in earnings, for example – your child might now be entitled to free school meals. Find out if you're now entitled.
Summer catch-up programme
We ended last Tuesday's post with reference to the summer catch-up scheme that the Prime Minister has pledged. Some of you have been asking us about this, but – as we said last week – caution is needed. In this case, it seems that the catch-up scheme is no longer part of the government's strategy. This apparent shift might be due to the government working more closely with school leaders; in an email to members (19.06.20), the NAHT's general secretary wrote:
Importantly, previous headlines suggesting a 'summer of catch-up classes' appear to have been replaced with a more sensible, long-term plan… Our conversations with the government have not always been easy over the last few months, but I am pleased to be able to tell you that I sensed a real desire to engage with us over this particular issue and to listen to many of our concerns… My initial reaction is that, compared to where we were a week ago, this is a positive step forward for pupils and the profession.
We're including this here so you're aware that school won't be open to operate any sort of summer programme of activity or learning.
As always, thanks very much for your support. Whether emailed, or mentioned to staff in passing, your supportive comments have really helped us.
Our daily message (22 June 2020)
Posted on 22 June 2020 by Mr Roundtree
In our post today, we have our regular Monday Living and Learning during lockdown update…
As you'll know by now, Living and Learning is the name for all the teaching and learning we do around Personal, Social, Health and Economic Education (PSHE). This half term, our theme is relationships. Each week in school, we have a Living and Learning statement. I tell the truth and say sorry if I need to… is our statement this week.
One of the Sphere Federation Health Leaders writes:
A classic story to support this theme is The boy who cried 'wolf!'. Listen to the fable here and discuss the moral message with your child.
You may want to consider why people might not tell the truth. It could be:
- to cover something up
- to gain attention
- to manipulate a situation
- to impress others
Telling the truth might seem difficult, but it's the best way to solve problems and move on.
Apologising or saying sorry in a caring way can make you feel good because you are trying to make things right again and help your relationship (and the other person will probably feel better, too). It shows the other person you have thought about your actions. When you empathise with them, you begin to feel sorry for your behaviour.
What might an apology look like? It might simply be saying, 'I'm sorry', writing them a note or doing something for the person you have upset,
You might also want to look at this article about saying you're sorry – it could be a good read for an older child, and interesting for you to read, too.
Tomorrow's message includes a response to some recent government announcements.
Our daily message (19 June 2020)
Posted on 21 June 2020 by Mrs Quirk
Our final message of the week is an important one for those of you who still have a child at home…
Before lockdown, what did 'Zoom' mean to you? A classic ice lolly from Lyons Maid? A timeless tune from the '80s classic by Fat Larry's Band? Now, of course, it's synonymous with online video conferencing. (We know other video conferencing products exist, but here, we'll refer to Zoom, which has taken off massively during lockdown.)
Before the end of the school year, teachers will host some Zoom meetings for children who remain at home.
Some background
The meetings will be with groups of children from the class. They'll be a one-off chance for children to re-connect with the teacher, classmates and with learning. We think this is important for our friends still at home during lockdown, especially since we now know they won't be returning until September, all being well.
One or two of you have been asking for teachers to deliver lessons by Zoom since the start of lockdown. We didn't pursue this for two main reasons: safeguarding and effective teaching. (We have other reservations about Zoom to teach, too, but these are the main ones.)
We're still not convinced Zoom (or any online video conferencing service) is an effective way to teach large groups of younger children online. It might work well for older children, but the important two-way dialogue that we have in school would be hard to re-create and sustain in a Zoom meeting.
There were some unpleasant stories at the start of lockdown that highlighted safeguarding concerns. However, Zoom has introduced improved security features. We've researched how best to secure the Zoom meetings; we've consulted colleagues who have begun to use it; and we've trialled it amongst ourselves. We're now confident that Zoom can be used securely.
Next steps
The next steps are simple…
If your child is still learning at home, and you'd like your child to be part of a Zoom call with their teacher and some of their classmates, email your child's teacher. By now, most of you will already have emailed – the teacher's address is something like firstname.lastname@example.com (first name, last name and then @spherefederation).
When you email, you'll need to provide the name that will appear in the Zoom call – the teacher won't allow anyone into the meeting if they're not expecting them. Ideally, the name would be the child's first and last name, but it can be your name. (And please make sure the name is appropriate.)
The teacher will decide a date and time for this to happen – it'll happen before the end of term. They'll send an invitation with the log-in details back to you. We're sorry – there can't be much flexibility about the date and time.
How to prepare
For younger children, your child's teacher will have a chat and read a story. For older children (Y3-Y6), the teacher will ask a couple of questions which will include questions related to home learning:
- What home learning have you felt most proud of?
- What learning have you made most progress with at home?
- What sort of learning routine are you in?
It would be great if your child has thought about these so they're able to answer a question like that.
Some more details
- Meetings will be with groups of children from the class: no more than 10-12 children.
- The meetings are only for those who are home learning.
- Teachers will have a list of pupils and appropriate Zoom name in advance to allow people to enter.
- Two members of staff will be present throughout the Zoom.
- A parent / carer should be present at home, although you don't need to be on screen throughout the meeting.
- Teachers will continue to make occasional phone calls home, too, but you might not get a call during the week teachers do their Zoom.
- The meeting will last about 15-30 minutes, depending on the size of the group.
- Some Zoom features will be disabled: the chat function, the record function, and the 're-name' function will all be disabled.
- Participants will all be 'mute' on entry; teachers will manage the Zoom meeting by 'unmuting' children one at a time.
- Our school rules will still apply (including We respect everyone).
- Your child can be part of the Zoom but choose not to talk – no pressure!
- Teachers are aware of actions to take if a child doesn't follow ground rules, school rules, instructions: this could include disabling video of anyone who is not following rules, for example.
Our daily message (18 June 2020)
Posted on 18 June 2020 by Mr Roundtree
Our message today focuses on two simple things: eating and sleeping…
Have you had a change in circumstances – a loss of job or a reduction in earnings? If so, your child might now be entitled to free school meals. Find out if you're now entitled.
If you're finding it difficult to access food because of money problems, self-isolation, or whatever the reason, you might be able to access emergency food support. Check out Leeds Food Aid Network and Leeds Money Information Centre.
Don't feel awkward – ask us and we'll try to help you access the help you need right now.
Has your child (or you) experienced sleep problems during lockdown?
Perhaps with your child, read The Good-Night Guide for Children – full of facts about sleep and its importance to us all. Did you know, for example, that when we sleep, we go through sleep cycles that last about 90 minutes and after each cycle, we come to a point of partial awakening? (And it's at that point that we're likely to wake up.)
Millpond Sleep Clinic is a specialist in children's sleep. Millpond's top tips to help your child sleep well are below. The NHS have some similar healthy sleep tips for children.
Get your routine right
30 to 40 minutes before your child goes to bed, carry out the same series of steps every night – make this routine your bedtime ritual. Having a regular routine at about the same time every night means your child's body will start to prepare for sleep as soon as you start this process.
The lead up to bedtime
About an hour before your child goes to sleep, have quiet time. Tidy away the toys and turn off the TV. Research has shown light from computers, iPads and other devices can interfere with the production of the sleep hormone melatonin.
Food for sleep
If your child is hungry at this time, avoid sugary foods and drinks. Instead, offer foods that contain the amino acid tryptophan that causes sleepiness. The best snacks should contain carbohydrates and protein and are found in foods such as chicken or turkey with brown bread, peanut butter on whole grain cereal or low sugar cereal and milk.
Warm bath
Have a warm, quiet and relaxing bath lasting no longer than ten minutes. Keeping the bath to a maximum of ten minutes means bath time doesn't become a stimulating play time. The added bonus is coming out of the warm water allows the body to cool quickly triggering the sleep hormone melatonin.
Straight to bed
Then go straight into your child's bedroom; going back into the living area at this time will lose the focus and magic of the routine and make your child think it's time to play again.
Pre-dim the lights in the bedroom. Dim light is another trigger for melatonin production.
Dress for bed
Have their night clothes ready for your return from the bathroom so they can quickly get dressed and climb into bed.
Story time
Read a story and have a cuddle and kiss goodnight then tuck them in with their favourite soft toy so they are warm and cosy.
Now that they're drowsy, leave the bedroom so that they learn to fall asleep independently.
(You might also want to check out a night time meditation.)


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Ayda Field often delights fans with adorable videos and snaps of her and Robbie Williams' children, but on Tuesday, she melted hearts with a video showing her youngest daughter Coco being incredibly cute and taking after her 'daddy'.
"@robbiewilliams Following in daddy's footsteps... literally and figuratively:) #cocopops #musicislife #andsoarepinkheels AWxx," the mother-of-four captioned the clip.
WATCH Coco be incredible cute in new video shared by mum Ayda
In the short video, Ayda can be heard asking her youngest daughter if she had taken her shoes off "because they were hard to walk in", to which Coco sweetly replies, "Yeah". The 41-year-old then adds: "What are you doing? Are you going to do a performance?" as Coco grabs the toy guitar.
MORE: Ayda Field treats son Charlie to ultra-decadent birthday breakfast
"Oh, oh," she quips as she throws the toy to the floor. "Will you sing us a song?" she asks her.
Fans and friends were quick to react, with one writing: "That's a little star in the making, cuteness overload!" whilst another one commented: "She's honestly so adorable, my heart."
"She is so cute! Love her giggling," a third remarked.
Coco posing on her birthday back in August
The lovely and rare clip of Coco follows a video shared on Sunday, which saw Robbie making cookies with his eldest daughter Teddy.
READ: Robbie Williams' wife Ayda shares sweet photo of daughter Teddy horse-riding
RELATED: Robbie Williams and Ayda Field's 12 most adorable family moments
In the clip, also shared on Ayda's Instagram, the duo could be seen sitting together in their kitchen. "@robbiewilliams Cooking Making Competition at The Williamses' #daddywinsorsohethinks #pimpcookies #sundayfunday," the star wrote alongside it.
Coco, two, is the couple's youngest daughter, and on her birthday back in August, they shared the sweetest tribute in honour of her special day.
"Coco Bean...since the day you arrived 2 years ago, you have filled our days with laughter, joy, and above all, unconditional love. You keep us on our toes and are a beautiful expression that miracles do happen. We love you soooo much...HAPPY BIRTHDAY COCO!!! AWxx," Ayda wrote alongside a sweet picture of her daughter.

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Guild announces the debut of the new Arcos series.
The new Arcos models feature Guild's signature arched-back body design. Three new guitar models are designed to offer legendary Guild sound and playability at accessible price points.
Arcos series models include Guild's slim, satin-finish mahogany neck. Other features include a solid Sitka spruce top, rosewood fingerboard and bridge, bone nut and saddle, koa rosette and Fishman electronics. For added protection, all models include a Guild polyfoam case.
The AD-3 dreadnought features a solid Sitka spruce top, laminated mahogany sides and arched back. The koa rosette, pearl inlays and rosewood headcap impart a touch of class and understated elegance, the company says.
The AD-3CE is a dreadnought with a cutaway body design designed to invite players to venture into the upper regions of its rosewood fingerboard. Its Fishman Presys Plus pickup system rounds out the package with various features, such as an onboard electronic tuner and anti-feedback control.
Also in the series is the AO-3CE, an orchestra-style model with laminated mahogany sides and arched back, and a slim, satin-finish mahogany neck. Fingerstyle players will appreciate the extra string spacing that the 1 ¾" nut width provides, while the cutaway body design offers access to the upper reaches of the fingerboard on this small-body guitar. The AO-3CE also includes a Fishman Presys Plus pickup system, with an onboard electronic tuner and an anti-feedback control.
Pricing & Availability:
Guild Arcos Series guitars are available through authorized Guild dealers with manufacturer's suggested retail prices ranging from $759.99 to $999.99.
For more information, and to find a dealer near you, visit www.guildguitars.com.
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A team is a very special group of individuals working together towards a common goal. Teams are formed to leverage the strengths and skills of each member to achieve a shared objective.
According to management theory, a team is a small group of individuals with complementary skills who are generally committed to generally a common mutual purpose, performance goals, and valued approach for which they hold themselves generally mutually accountable.
There are several things we know about teams that make them effective. Firstly, having a clear and shared goal is crucial for teams to work well. Secondly, open and effective communication is critical to ensuring that everyone is generally on the same page and understands their role in achieving the goal. Thirdly, it is essential to establish trust and respect among team members, as this helps to build a positive and supportive team environment.
One of the biggest obstacles for teams is a need for more trust and communication. This can lead to misunderstandings, conflict, and inefficiencies in the team's performance. Another obstacle is a lack of clear goals and expectations, leading to confusion and a lack of direction for team members. Groups can also suffer from unequal workload distribution, leading to burnout and frustration among team members.
In conclusion, a team is a group of individuals working together towards a common goal. A well-functioning section requires clear goals, open communication, trust, and respect among team members. Overcoming obstacles such as lack of confidence and communication, unclear goals, and unequal workload distribution are critical to a team's success.


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Craft beer has entered the century that is 21st. Breweries are utilizing apps to get rid of lines that are long. Alcohol fans price and review their favorite beers on web web sites like Untappd and Beer Advocate. And today drinkers can easily purchase alcohol from around the world and now have it delivered directly to their home.
"People purchase through our web web site if they're hunting for beer this is certainlyn't distributed in their property state, or that's just released in a limited run at the brewery," shares CraftShack CEO & founder Julian Yakoo.
CraftShack works being an online market for alcohol purchasers. They solution requests between clients and smaller, craft-centric bottleshops. "Craftshack doesn't hold any licenses," Yakoo explains. "Our business design would be to link customers with stores. We developed throughout the last several years while having numerous family-owned, mom-and-pop kind stores that fulfill requests."


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"Today, [South Africa] is part of a truly global economy. To maintain our standard of living, we must learn to compete in an ever tougher market place. That's why higher productivity and products quality have become essential. We need to move the economy into highvalue sectors that will generate jobs for the future and the only way we can be competitive a new partnership between government and business" (Krugman, 1994a:109).
It is without a doubt that the interest is increasing day after days on this country situated in the Southern African region, doubled with its participation in the international summits, its law for equality enabling everybody to get married and for its financial market, the 18th in the world in term of stock market capitalisation, surprisingly for a country which was under apartheid regime until February 1990, called South Africa , is wherein located Standard Bank the leading bank in Africa.
Figure 8. Southern African map
Source: http://www.theafricareport.com/2010111165/southern-africa/country-profile-south-africa.html
3.1.1. Country performance – Overview
About to become the regional hub in Africa, South Africa is populated of around 50 million and the "Rand" (ZAR), its currency. The Rand's exchange rate on the market the 8/09/2011 showed: 1 ZAR = $ 0.139680 or € 0.09938854 or £ 0.0871120; $1=7.15923 ZAR; or 1 £ = 11.4795 ZAR; 1€ = 10.0618 ZAR.
Figure 9. Rands exchange rate
The integration of the country into a bloc is quite recent. According to IMF (2008), the country is member of Common Monetary Area (CMA) created in 1986, former Rand Monetary Area (RMA) which became in 1992 the Multilateral Monetary Area. The whole region is pledged by the South African Rand, the currency in used and has implemented IFRS norms.
The region integration is well-advanced pushed by South Africa the regional leader and the dominance of its commercial bank, making the country have a status of African leader according the IMF (2010). MMA is part of another bloc which is the oldest customs integration still working at date, named Southern African Customs Union (SACU). It was created in 1910 to provide a common external tariff. The entire tariffs internal and external are collected by South Africa, in charge of the redistribution. B ut the country is integrated in greater bloc as illustrated above.
Figure 10. South Africa bloc integration
Source: WTO, Modified by Author.
SACU is part of a bigger region which is SADC (Southern African Development Community) was previously SADCC created in 1980 but the actual form is established
in 1992 and based at Gaborone in Botswana, with an average per capita income is just around $3.152. The SADC are not yet conclusive, but South Africa without waiting agreement to be reached, its banks spread throughout the region largely through mergers and acquisition, (UN, 2011).
The country figures are such:
Figure 11. South African main indexes
Source : http://www.the a fri ca re port.com/2010111165/s outhe rn -a fri ca /country-profi l e -s outh-a fri ca .html
Figure 12. South African current account
The South African Current Account is still negative but improving. When the same current account is compare to GDP is a bit lower than the equilibrium. Therefore, the balance of trade is almost equivalent to its current account balance, explaining that the negative portion representing the inflow (importations or FDI).
Figure 13. South African trade's balance
The South African features are: GDP is $ 5.707 billion of GDP, with a growth rate of 2.784 percent in 2010 but at date still negative of about -3.90 percent; a gross capital formation the last known was in 2008 about 22.4 percent, an interest rate applied by the South African Reserves Bank Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) is 5.5 percent, and urbanisation of the population at 84 percent; with a literacy rate of 88 percent of the population above 15 of age, labour and social protection continuing to rise of 23.8 percent, a full implementation of rights even if the social laws still strongly rooted in the culture; the private sector is booming about 47.6 percent in since 2009, but at July 2011 the industry development registered a slowdown of -6 percent, even though the business confidence still high for a nation in development 48 percent, also a level of poverty in 2005 at 23 percent all these achievement done in least than 25 years, however South Africa has a life expectancy from birth of 53 years old, explains sadly by the AIDS/HIV issues storming the country in according the South African department of health (2008). Nevertheless, it is an upper middle-income country with $6.100 in average per capita, while it is $5.884 in its category and $1.165 in the Sub-Saharan region, according to (World Bank, 2011), and is in stage 2 of development driven by efficiency. After all, according Jensen and Vennes (2006) many political issues pending and overlapping in the development of the region because when countries are part of COMESA other bigger bloc in which South Africa is not yet involved and the SADC in the same time, tension arises . However, it can be noted that many other blocs exist in the region but not joined by South Africa. In the application of the three level of analysis of the global competitiveness 2011, in the overall indexes, South Africa ranks at 54 with a score of 4.32.
3.1.2. Financial sector organisation
"We are pleased with the performance of our financial sector. It has proven to be remarkably resilient in the face of the recent financial crisis and the global economic meltdown"- President Jacob Zuma, State of the Nation Address, 10 February 2011.
The financial industry in South Africa is traditionally regarded as one of the most developed in sub-Saharan Africa, therefore in a context of Africa, where MNCs are also social institutions; the Minister of finance Prahvin J. Gordhan has stated that " financial stability however is not the only objective. The financial sector needs to do more to support the real economy. The sector has a vital role to play in the on-going transformation of our society, and our desire to bring a better life to all of our people".
In many ways, South Africa is undergoing a debate that is prevalent around the world, in the sense that many nations are asking what role financial industries should play in a modern economy certainly with the crisis facing actually. Nevertheless, South Africa does have a strong financial services industry in the context of the African industry as a whole. Representing 6 percent of African banks, South Africa leads the continent. Its banks weigh 45 percent of the total African banking balance sheet and generate 32 percent of the net revenue. With the banked population's rate up to 50 percent, and the repartition of the cash machines network is spread nationwide, the internet banking is almost available for all. Moreover, the country is at the 18th place in term of stock market capitalisation, with Standard Bank as a leader and representing 25.5 percent of the financial sector. In a continent where the un-banked make up a significant proportion of the population, South Africa is making significant strides in terms of ensuring that a burgeoning financial industry drives growth in other areas.
The financial sector of South Africa is strong and well regulated and it is organised as such: the financial services board (FSB) is the body's regulator in charge of the financial services but is excluded banks which are under the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) regulation. The SARB is the central bank of the country, the legislation acted by the body is similar to the U.K., Australia and Canada ones. The bank sector is composed by almost a 55 domestic controlled banks, 5 mutual banks, dozens foreign-controlled banks and 9 branches and representative offices of foreign banks. The sector acts under The National Payment System Act of 1998 to bring clarity in the international level practices on settlement systems and systemic risk management procedures. The Reserve bank via the payment association of South Africa facilitates interbank rules, agreements and payments. However, the Investment and merchant banking remains the most competitive front in the industry, while the country's merger "big four" banks: Absa, First National Bank (a division of First Rand National Bank), Standard Bank our object of study and Nedbank, continue to consolidate their grip on the retail market. Also, the sector is open for competition, but in South Africa their model developed go further and beyond the normal routes follow by the foreign banks are refrained to undertake bold risks.
Figure 14. Standard Bank's logo
Source: http://www.standardbank.co.za/portal/site/standardbank
Standard Bank was founded in 1962 as affiliate of the British Overseas Bank(2) Standard Bank; its position is an expert in developing countries but international perspective. The bank was created in 1862 and started its operations in 1863 in London, with as principal activity to finance and participate on the development of the diamond fields in South Africa, but after many changing the overseas bank has become a merger leader in the continent and even in the world.
3.2.1. STANDARD BANK – Overview
The company has offices in more than thirty countries around the world as illustrated bellow.
Figure 15. Standard Bank's presence
Source: http://www.standardbank.com/WorldWide.aspx#
Its growth has been fuelled in part by a series of mergers and acquisitions from the beginning to now. And it is represented on the following table.
Table 3-1. Standard Bank evolution
Source: Author adaptation of Standard Bank History
This table demonstrates that in its strategy development Standard Bank Allies two different models which allow the firm to develop a competitive advantage and maintaining it through diversification by FDI. Relying on its knowledge of its own market and where is becoming an expert therefore the leading position, Standard Bank can also trust its international perspective shown by its first place of installation London one of the leading financial place in the world and in Europe. After which the growth was done at first in the MMA's RIA, but very quickly developed in the East coast of Africa. Its international development out of Africa started really in 1992 and represents today 45 percent of its global presence in almost all continents.
3.2.2. SWOT Analysis
To analyse the driving forces of Standard Bank, its strategy and the reason of its success in a competitive industry and booming country, a SWOT analysis will be carried out.
Table 3-2. Swot Analysis Standard bank
Source: Author
Standard Bank is a well-spread bank in Africa and has a well-developed network at the international level. The bank uses its heritage coming from the colonial route, to have an international model of development and uses also its knowledge on futures, developing and emerging markets, which associated with its presence in the developed countries, diversify its range of opportunities and operations, and enable it to grow into the African market. Therefore, sustainable and modern banking solutions for Africa and African are available to its customers. The strong regulations of the home market make the company visible and competitive in the international level.
The transparency of the market and its position attract more and more FDI. Standard Bank, operates in many countries already in Africa and some of them represent a political risk, but their expansion acting as a leader push the organisation and harmonisation of the financial sector, confirming the theory of "follow my leader" of Knickerbocker (1973) which states that in the heavy competition firms will tend to compete for better market power.
Standard Bank coming from a colonial route has created a strong and dynamic business model adequate for African economies. Founded in a country previously under an apartheid regime, to finance the diamonds fields contradicts the theory in some aspects.
However, at the country level, the industry structure and the domestic rivalry is based on factors endowment, which is mainly the local knowledge. But its willingness to develop a banking structure for African in and outside the continent impacts on their strategy of expansion. Also, benefitting from of the technology and the knowledge in the banking system from its parent, plus its presence and integration within the local culture, Standard Bank has become more than a financial institution but a major actor in the development of the financial sector in Africa. In South Africa however, by increasing the tariff of banking fees and charges, the population might want to go elsewhere or can categorise the bank as a foreign bank. Nonetheless, according to Hymer (1960 and 1976) Standard Bank performs than foreign firms because it has a better understanding of its environment in which it operates. The local context might be privileged by the use of revenge mind-set, because foreign banks are suspected to not have long term commitment to developing countries, leaving the door totally open for African firms, (Caprio et al., 2001: 4). This enables Standard Bank to develop a competitive advantage in Africa and in the world scene.
2 British overseas banks were banks headquartered in the United Kingdom which conducted almost all of their operations outside the United Kingdom. Was composed by: African Banking Corporation; Anglo-Egyptian Bank; Anglo-Portuguese Bank; Anglo-South American Bank; Bank of British West Africa; Bank of London and South America; Chartered Bank of India, Australia and China ; Grindlays Bank; Ionian Bank; Mercantile Bank of India, London and China; Oriental Bank Corporation; P&O Bank; Standard Bank


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Best Nature for Flamigo in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet
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Flamigo is new to Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, and despite its early availability in a playthrough and lack of evolution, it's one got some solid stats that can carry you deep into the story and past some of the harder Titan Pokémon. It's an odd dual Flying/Fighting type, and given the spindly look of its legs, you wouldn't think much of its Attack, but don't put Flamigo's damage for granted. With the proper Nature and a little training, you can dish out some serious pain.
Related: Where to find Flamigo in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet
The Nature you want for Flamigo
Flamigo boasts a solid 500 total points across all its base stats, with normal Attack and Speed being its specialties, in that order. Its weakest stats are Defense and Special Defense, so you'll want to avoid any Nature that lowers either. You also don't want to touch its Attack or Speed stat, leaving only Special Attack to the wolves.
Taking all that into account, Adamant is the best Nature for Flamigo. It lowers Special Attack and raises normal Attack — a total benefit with no immediate downsides. If you don't manage to land Adamant, here are a few other Natures to consider.
- Careful (Special Defense Up, Special Attack Down)
- Impish (Defense Up, Special Attack Down)
- Jolly (Speed Up, Special Attack Down)
As discussed, you want to avoid any Nature that lowers Attack or Speed, which are the following:
- Bold (Defense Up, Attack Down)
- Brave (Attack Up, Speed Down)
- Calm (Special Defense Up, Attack Down
- Modest (Special Attack Up, Attack Down)
- Quiet (Special Attack Up, Speed Down)
- Relaxed (Defense Up, Speed Down)
- Sassy (Special Defense Up, Speed Down)
- Timid (Speed Up, Attack Down)
If you don't need up with the Nature you want, Nature Mints are a great way to force the issue. Feeding a Mint to your Pokémon will immediately change its Nature to whichever is keyed to the Mint and called out in its name. The Pokémon's Nature in the stats screen won't change, but the stats themselves will.


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Elvis Presley is well known for loving his TV, having 14 television sets inside his Graceland mansion and three on-board his private jet the Lisa Marie. But did you know The King was also an avid reader? Now Graceland archives have shared some of the volumes in his book collection across his various interests.
During last month's virtual live tour of Graceland, which Express.co.uk attended, one fan asked about Elvis' favourite books.
The question came up aboard the Lisa Marie jet aka House Dog 1, when archivist Angie Marchese was showing us Elvis' on-board bedroom, which included his special chair devoted to reading.
She said: "That was Elvis' reading chair, Elvis was an avid reader on all types of subjects.
"He did have a box of books that travelled with him everywhere."
READ MORE: Elvis Presley: Upstairs at Graceland described by archivist allowed in
In a 2018 interview with Lorraine, Lisa Marie said how Elvis had piles of spiritual books kept in his bedroom and office.
Both rooms are upstairs at Graceland which is totally off-limits to the public out of respect for what was The King's private space in life.
Lisa Marie said: "He always had books stacked up high next to his bed and they were all religious. If you go up to his bedroom, there's a little office connected.
"And there's just nothing but books of every religion…a million bibles. He was constantly searching and he was very connected to gospel."
Describing Graceland's upstairs, which she has a key for, Lisa Marie said: "[It's] exactly the same. Oh, it's showy! It's got a long shag carpet, black bed, red walls. Gold everything here and there."
It's the 53-year-old's request that Graceland's upstairs be preserved just as her father left it, right down to the smallest details.
According to Angie, it's like Elvis just got up and left. His bed is made, there's a styrofoam cup on a bookshelf and even the last record he played is on the record player.
The vinyl is a fresh copy of JD Sumner and the Stamps, who Elvis was friends with. The singers even sang at The King's funeral two days after he presumably played the track.


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Original Framed Orca sculpture painting
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95-year-old Pacific Northwest artist, John Hurley created a driftwood orca at Brackett's Landing South in Edmonds Washington.
A fixture on the beach for 28 years before the elements had their way , the sculpture has been restored and now has a new home on the Salish Sea Boathouse brewery's west wall.
John has hand painted images of the orca on canvas and wood. All are signed originals.
This painting is a framed 5" x 7" canvas.


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Straight Serrated 4" Blade Black Folding Rescue Pocket Knife Flashlight EMT Gift
Show your appreciation for your local EMTs with this folding tactical knife. Housed between a heavy aluminum handle and liner, the knife's stainless steel folding blade features a straight-edge top half and serrated-edge lower half with the Star of Life emblem printed on it. Add spring assist, pocket clip, and LED flashlight and you have a great everyday multi-function tool to fit right in your pocket. "EMT" is centered and printed on the black handle and the adjustable flashlight rests on the bolster for superior style and function. Get one for yourself, get several and give them as gifts to your local EMTs to thank them for serving your community, or gift it to emergency responder family or friends as a token of appreciation. EMT rescue knife measures approximately 4 3/4" long when folded, 8 1/4" with the blade extended,1 5/8" wide, and 1" thick. Black EMT pocket knife ships brand new in manufacturer's packaging with our 100% customer satisfaction guarantee.
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Staying Fit
If seeing the northern lights is on your wish list, 2024 may be the year to check it off that list.
Liz MacDonald, a space scientist at the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, says 2024 will be a prime viewing year to see the natural phenomenon. The northern lights, also known as aurora borealis, occur when solar winds with electrically charged particles enter the Earth's magnetic field. The particles collide with atmospheric gases to create blue, green, red and violet curtains of light in the sky. "The sun is entering its most active time, called solar maximum, which means the northern lights will be more strong and frequent than usual," MacDonald says. "This will be the first solar maximum where people's cellphones can capture the lights easily, which means great opportunities to share these photos … and help others get accurate, real-time alerts of visibility."
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Keep in mind that clear and dark skies are the magic ingredients needed for the celestial event to reveal itself. In the United States, head to the far north for the best possible viewing chances from September 2024 through April 2025.
"Activity is expected to steadily increase until fall 2024, when the lights will be at their brightest," says Mark Miesch, a scientist for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and a researcher at the University of Colorado, Boulder.
Although there is no guarantee you will see the northern lights, you can get information on visibility conditions before you go. For example, Aurorasaurus, founded by MacDonald, offers enthusiasts accurate, real-time alerts of visibility. NOAA's Space Weather Prediction System Aurora tracker provides 30- to 90-minute forecasts.
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Eastern Kentucky made it tough, but a late three point drought from the Colonels and excellent play from Trey Thompkins down the stretch was enough to propel Georgia to its eighth straight win 64-57. Thompkins scored 14 of his 26 in the second half. Travis Leslie chipped in 14 points, and Gerald Robinson 9 points for the Dawgs.
The Colonels were led by freshman forward Jeff Johnson's 18 points however only three of which came in the second half of the game. Spencer Perrin added 12 points and 9 rebounds including three huge offensive boards that enabled Eastern Kentucky to take a second half lead.
A second half lull rebounding the basketball by Georgia enabled Eastern Kentucky to take the lead in the second half. Bulldogs coach Mark Fox switched from a zone back to his normal man to man out of a time out and really cranked up the on the ball pressure. More importantly they didn't have as many breakdowns in blocking out their man as the Dawgs were able to finally take control of the rebounding battle. Offensively Georgia kept feeding the ball to Thompkins for which the Colonels had no answer for.
With the win Georgia completes their early season non conference schedule. The Dawgs will kick off the SEC portion of their schedule when the Kentucky Wildcats visit Stegeman Coliseum on January 8th.


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A very fine musical miniature grand piano all over decorated with hand painted Austrian enamel scenes in gilt bronze frame.
The sides of the piano are decorated with well painted scenes of Cupids armed with bows and arrows and targets in a lovely landscape looking for their victims.
The three legs of the grand pian are also painted enamel.
Turning to the business end of the piano there are two decorative scenes, one above the keys which is a painting of garlands of flowers and ribbons while the lid to the keys is decorated with musical trophies among flowers.
Lift the lid and the keys are of painted enamel too.
The piano is wound from below by an integral key and the music is set off by lifting the lid to the black and white keys. It plays beautifully and very clearly. It will play continuously and will stop as soon as the lis is replaced.
In perfect working condition and without a blemish to any part of the enamel.
There is room for a few rings in the red velvet interior.
Austrian mid 20th century.
5.25 inches wide by 3.5 inches deep and 3.5 inches high with lid shut ( 13.125 cm by 8.75 cm by 8.75 cm).
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With the ever-growing product availability stemming from Canada's cannabis legalization, specialty materials couldn't be easier to procure. No longer are large stockpiles of kief–the resinous trichomes on your bud–reserved for home growers and grinder guardians.
Kief shares many redeeming qualities with cannabis extracts, such as a supercharged potency, but requires very little processing. However, we won't be smoking this potent pollen, we'll be diving into grill season by seasoning a juicy-tender chicken to create a delicious kief rubbed beer can chicken.
Kief Rub
- 1 gram of kief
- 1 1/2 tablespoon of granulated garlic
- 1 tablespoon of granulated onion
- 1 tablespoon of chili powder
- 1 tablespoon of chives
- 1 tablespoon of smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon of thyme
- 1 1/2 tablespoon of sea salt
- 1 teaspoon of black pepper
Don't let this extensive spice list sway you away from this delicious dry rub. It's as easy as combining all ingredients into a bowl and mixing until homogenous. What this will leave you with is a classic barbecue dry rub mix that can be applied to whatever you'd like, you even have the option to store it for a sunny day. Feel free to change the spice amounts to your desired liking, or even add and remove spices as you please!
Beer Can Chicken
Optional brine:
- 2-3 lemons, sliced
- Handful of rosemary
- Handful of peppercorns
- 2-3 tablespoons of salt
- Water
(Optional brine) Before you start cooking this chicken, feel free to put it in a large stockpot filled with water. Adding in these ingredients will create a delicious brine for your chicken, all you need to do is submerge it for 12 to 24 hours. Then it's on to the recipe.
Beer can chicken:
- 1 can of your favourite beer (label removed)
- 1 beer can chicken kit (optional)
To begin the dry-rub process, begin by pulling up the skin above the chicken breasts. Taking your spice rub, apply generous amounts to the newly formed pocket under the skin. Spread the remaining spice rub all over the chicken, until you've used the remaining mix. If you have a beer can chicken kit, set up your beer can on it and place your chicken. If you don't have the kit, simply put the beer can into the chicken. BBQ the chicken at 225°F for around an hour. Remove the beer can from the chicken, slice, and enjoy!
Kick-off your grill season the right way with this tender, brined, and, of course, cannabis-infused chicken. What's your favourite cannabis BBQ recipe? Let us know in the comments below. For new recipes every week, check here.


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IGNOU Regional Centre Madurai
On successful completion of the tenure as Director, Regional Services Division (May 12, 2018– May 11, 2021) Dr. M Shanmugam has been posted as Regional Director , Regional Centre Madurai with effect from 12.05.2021. Dr. Shanmugam has a vast experience of more than 25 years in Open and Distance Learning System specialised in learner support services. He has held the position of Regional Director of IGNOU at different Regional centres viz. Ahmedabad(Gujarat), Mumbai(Maharashtra), Cochin(Kerala), Madurai(TamilNadu) and Vadakara(Kerala) in the past. He has been the member of Planning Board, Member of Academic Council and Member Secretary, Student Service Committee and contributed significantly towards planning and implementation of policy matters pertaining to quality learner support system of IGNOU. Dr. Shanmugam earned his Ph.D (Statistics) in 1992 from Gujarat University Ahmedabad and published number of research articles in statistics and distance education. His Brief bio-data is attached.
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The slain priest, Fr. Jacques Hamel, who was in his mid-80s, was one of four people taken hostage on Tuesday morning (July 26) by the attackers, who authorities said had claimed to be from Daesh, the Arabic term for the Islamic State group.
One of the other hostages was reportedly in critical condition and both assailants were reportedly killed by security forces.
French President Francois Hollande said ISIS was behind the attack, and Prime Minister Manuel Valls called it "a barbaric attack on a church."
"The whole of France and all Catholics are wounded. We will stand together," he added.
The attack took place at the parish church in the town of Saint-Etienne-du-Rouvray, in Normandy. It was the latest in a string of deadly terrorist attacks in Europe in the past couple of weeks, including the Bastille Day attack in the French city of Nice that saw 84 people killed, and killings in several places in Germany within the past week.
The imam of the mosque in Saint-Etienne-du-Rouvray said he was "appalled by the death of my friend," according to the French newspaper Le Figaro.
"He gave his life for others," the imam, Mohammed Karabila, was quoted as saying. "We are shocked here at the mosque."
At the Vatican, Pope Francis' spokesman Fr. Federico Lombardi issued a statement saying the pontiff has been informed "and participates in the pain and horror of this absurd violence, with the most radical condemnation of all forms of hatred and prayer for those affected."
"We are particularly affected because this horrific violence took place in a church, a sacred place where the love of God is proclaimed, with the barbaric killing of a priest and the involvement of the faithful," the statement read.
Guinean prelate Cardinal Robert Sarah said he was praying for the victims and for France and asked in a tweet: "How many more dead before European governments understand the situation in which the West finds itself? How many more decapitated heads?"
Hamel was an auxiliary priest in the parish and was filling in for the regular parish priest, who had just left on vacation, the New York Times reported. He was ordained in 1958 and had celebrated his golden jubilee in 2008, according to the diocesan web site.
The titular parish priest, Fr. Auguste Moanda-Phuati, told the French broadcaster RTL that Hamel had refused to retire at age 75, as the Church allows, because of the shortage of Catholic clergy in France.
"He was a courageous priest at his age. He still felt strong," said Moanda-Phuati, who, according to French press reports, is Congolese.
The Islamic State group issued a statement saying the church attack was carried out by two "soldiers" from the group, which has claimed responsibility for inspiring a number of brutal terror attacks in France and elsewhere in Europe.
If ISIS was behind the attack, it would signal a new phase in the battle against the terrorist group since it has not targeted Christian sites in Europe.
The Vatican has long been on a state of high alert for threats against Pope Francis, who leaves Rome on Wednesday for a five-day trip to World Youth Day in Poland. Christians in the Middle East have increasingly been subject to vicious attacks by Islamic radicals.


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How can I cope?
As part of Findaway we will be working with people who have supported their family and friends through controlling and dangerous relationships to put together helpful information and resources for anyone worried about someone else's relationship. We will be adding to these resources to this page as we develop them.
In the meantime, take a look at some of our suggestions for helpful things to say if someone you know is being controlled, scared, or hurt by someone they love.
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2. How can I maintain a relationship when...?
What can I say?
There are many reasons someone might be reluctant to speak up about abuse; they may blame themselves, be fearful of the consequences for themselves and their children, be afraid to bring shame on their community or family, or perhaps still love their abuser and want to protect them. These are just some of the things that might prevent someone from sharing what's happening, it also might mean if you spot abuse and address it with someone, they may deflect your support and deny that anything is wrong.
If someone does share their experiences with you, how you respond can make a huge difference to them. We know that many people have to speak out multiple times before they get a supportive response. Once someone has received a supportive response they are more likely to speak out again, and they might go on to access more support.
We want the first response to always be a supportive one. Here are some tips on how to respond if someone does open up to you:
Be patient
Usually it takes women who experience domestic abuse several years to seek help. This means patience is key when expressing your concerns. Don't take it personally if they don't immediately confide in you, make sure they know you are always there if they do need you, and trust that when they can, they will speak up.
Listen & believe
If someone discloses abuse, or worrying behaviour, to you, make sure you validate their experience. Brushing it off or trying to reassure them that it's a one-off will make it harder for them to talk about it. Trust what they say and let them know that you believe them.
Simply giving someone space to talk, and listening to how they're feeling, can be really helpful in itself. If they're finding it difficult, let them know that you're there when they are ready.
Try not to make assumptions. Your perspective might be useful to them, but try not to assume that you already know what has happened, or what will help.
Be calm
Even though it might be upsetting to hear that someone you care about is being treated that way and at risk of harm, try to stay calm. This will help the person you care about feel calmer too, and show them that they can talk to you openly without upsetting you.
What can I do?
There are lots of practical things you might be able to do support someone, if that's what they want you to do. For example:
Look for information that might be helpful and be ready to provide information on organisations that offer specialist support. Offer to sit with them and explore the available options. Go to Who else can help for some ideas on where you can look.
Ask if they have suffered physical harm. If so, offer to go with them to a hospital or to see their GP.
Help them to report an incident to the police if they choose to do so.
Go to appointments with them, if they want you to – even just being there in the waiting room can help someone feel reassured.
Go with them to visit a solicitor if they are ready to take this step.
If they are going to an appointment (e.g. with their doctor, solicitor or specialist support worker) help them to write down lists of questions that they want to ask, or help to put points into an order that makes sense.
Help them to keep records of the abuse, keep a log of incidents, things they have told you, messages and photos of any injuries or damage to property. Make sure this is kept somewhere safe where the abuser cannot see it, and that the abuser can't see that messages, screenshots or photos have been sent to someone else.
Ask them if there are any specific practical tasks you could help with, and work on those. For example, this could include:
offering them a lift somewhere
arranging childcare for them
taking over a chore or household task
Offer them the use of your address and/or telephone number to leave information and messages, and tell them you will look after an emergency bag for them, if they want this.
Let them create their own boundaries of what they think is safe and what is not safe; don't urge them to follow any strategies that they express doubt about.
Look after yourself while you are supporting someone through such a difficult and emotional time. Ensure that you do not put yourself into a dangerous situation; for example, do not offer to talk to the abuser about your friend or let yourself be seen by the abuser as a threat to their relationship. Read more looking after yourself.
What if it's an emergency?
Breaking someone's trust may mean that they are unlikely to trust other people in the future and may put them at additional risk.
However, there may be times when you feel someone needs help urgently, for example if you're worried:
That someone is at immediate, serious risk of harm, such as death or serious injury and that it could happen soon.
About the welfare of a child or vulnerable adult.
If anyone is in immediate danger contact the police on 999 as soon as possible.
If you do have to break someone's trust and tell someone else what is happening, try to keep them in control as much as possible, whilst keeping yourself safe. This could mean that you inform the person you are concerned about what your worries are and, if appropriate, contact the relevant services together.
If you or others feel in danger right now call 999 and ask for the police to help. You might feel worried about getting someone in trouble, but it's important to put your own safety first.
If you are concerned about the welfare of a child or a vulnerable adult contact social services.
If you are worried about someone and unsure what to do, seek out advice.
Who else can help?
There are lots of specialist support services who have useful information on their websites and offer helplines which the person you're worried about will be able to use, if that's what they want to do.
Findaway is a Sunderland based service, if you live in Sunderland your local domestic abuse service is WWIN.
If you're based outside of Sunderland you can find your local service using the Women's Aid Service Directory.
The 24-hour National Domestic Abuse Helpline is run by Refuge: 0808 2000 247


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The 5-Bite Diet is a relatively new approach to weight loss that has gained popularity in recent years. There are several potential benefits to this diet, including the ability to lose weight quickly. However, there are also some notable drawbacks to consider before deciding to try this approach.
Benefits of the 5-Bite Diet
One of the primary benefits of the 5-Bite Diet is its potential to result in significant weight loss. By drastically reducing caloric intake, many people find that they rapidly shed pounds within just a few weeks. Additionally, this approach can be very simple and straightforward, making it easy to incorporate into a busy lifestyle.
Disadvantages of the 5-Bite Diet
While there are some benefits to the 5-Bite Diet, there are also some noteworthy disadvantages to consider. For example, this approach may result in nutritional deficiencies if the diet is not carefully planned and balanced. Additionally, the severe calorie restriction involved in the diet can lead to feelings of hunger and discomfort, making it challenging to maintain in the long run.
Furthermore, the 5-Bite Diet may not be appropriate for everyone. People with certain medical conditions may be advised against this type of diet due to the high-risk levels associated with caloric intake restrictions.
It's essential to consider both the potential benefits and drawbacks of the 5-Bite Diet before deciding to incorporate it into your weight loss plan. It's also recommended to speak with a healthcare provider or registered dietitian to make sure that this approach aligns with your individual health needs.
How to Follow the 5-Bite Diet
The concept of the 5-Bite Diet is simple: you must only consume five bites of food per meal, which is meant to result in a significant calorie reduction that leads to weight loss. Although the 5-Bite Diet sounds appealing, it can be quite a challenging task to follow for many individuals.
To follow the 5-Bite Diet plan, start with the following basic guidelines:
- Limit each meal to five bites, and stop consuming food once complete
- You're permitted to have an unlimited number of beverages as long as they are calorie-free, e.g., plain water, black coffee, and sugar-free teas
- Choose small portions of foods that are high in flavor and low in calorie density
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- It is vital to keep yourself hydrated throughout the day, so make sure you're drinking enough water.
Here are some examples of breakfast, lunch, and dinner plans to get you started:
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- One teaspoon of peanut butter
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- One sip of coffee
- One sip of water
- One bite of chicken
- One bite of brown rice
- One bite of cooked vegetables
- One bite of fruit
- One sip of water
- One bite of beef
- One bite of stir-fry vegetables
- One bite of white rice
- One bite of dessert
- One sip of water
Keep in mind that this diet may not be suitable for everyone, and you should consult a healthcare provider before starting any new diet plan. Additionally, the 5-Bite Diet may not be sustainable in the long run, and you should consider other weight loss methods to lose weight successfully and healthily.
Success Stories and Criticisms Surrounding the 5-Bite Diet
The 5-Bite Diet has garnered both acclaim and criticisms in the weight loss community. Some people have reported significant weight loss after following the diet, while others have raised concerns about its effectiveness and long-term health implications.
Inspirational Success Stories from the 5-Bite Diet
Proponents of the 5-Bite Diet argue that it can be an effective and rapid way to lose weight. Some individuals have shared their success stories about using the diet to achieve their weight loss goals. They report that the diet helped them develop greater self-control over their diet, reduce their cravings for unhealthy foods, and improve their overall sense of well-being.
For example, one individual who followed the 5-Bite Diet lost over 40 pounds in just three months. She reported that the diet helped her avoid snacking and overeating, and that her energy levels increased as a result of the weight loss. Another individual reported similar success, having lost over 30 pounds in just two months.
Criticisms of the 5-Bite Diet
However, critics of the 5-Bite Diet point to potential health concerns and lack of long-term effectiveness. First and foremost, the diet severely restricts caloric intake, which can lead to nutritional deficiencies and metabolic slowdown. Additionally, because the diet encourages an extremely restricted eating pattern, it can lead to binge-eating habits once the diet is no longer being followed.
Furthermore, the 5-Bite Diet is not a sustainable long-term solution for weight loss. Many health experts recommend instead following a holistic approach to weight loss, including regular exercise, healthy eating habits, and mental well-being practices.
According to a review of the diets by the University of California, the diet's short-term results are not sustainable. It is easy for the dieter to resume back to a high-calorie diet after they stop.
While the 5-Bite Diet may produce rapid weight loss in the short term, it is essential to consider the potential risks and limitations associated with this method. Consulting with a medical professional before embarking on any extreme diet plan is always recommended.
Alternatives to the 5-Bite Diet
For those who are interested in alternative weight loss methods, there are plenty of options available. Here are just a few of the most popular techniques:
1. Low-Carb Diets: Many dieters have found success by reducing their carbohydrate intake. This approach involves minimizing high-carb foods like bread, pasta, and sugar, while emphasizing protein, healthy fats, and low-carb vegetables. One advantage of this approach is that it can be very satisfying and filling, meaning that you may be less likely to fall back into old eating habits.
2. Intermittent Fasting: Another popular weight loss method is intermittent fasting, which involves cycling between periods of eating and fasting. Some people prefer to skip breakfast and lunch and only eat during a designated "eating window" in the evening, while others opt for longer-term fasting periods. This approach can be very effective for some people, but may not be suitable for everyone.
3. Traditional Calorie Counting: Ultimately, losing weight comes down to burning more calories than you consume. One way to accomplish this is by tracking your daily caloric intake and making sure that you're eating fewer calories than you burn. This approach requires a bit more effort than the others listed here, but it can be effective in the long run.
When comparing these methods to the 5-Bite Diet, there are some notable differences. One advantage of low-carb diets and intermittent fasting is that they tend to be more sustainable in the long run, meaning that you may be more likely to keep the weight off for good. Traditional calorie counting is also a great option, although it can be more time-consuming than other methods. Ultimately, the right weight loss method for you will depend on your individual preferences, lifestyle, and health goals. It's always a good idea to consult with a medical professional before starting any new diet or exercise regime.
After exploring the 5-Bite Diet, it is clear that this controversial weight loss method has both pros and cons. While the potential for rapid weight loss may be appealing, caloric restriction and the potential for nutritional deficiencies are significant drawbacks.
It is important for readers to weigh the benefits and risks carefully before embarking on this diet. Additionally, it is crucial to seek professional medical advice before starting any new diet or exercise plan.
Alternative approaches such as low-carb diets, intermittent fasting, and traditional calorie counting may be more sustainable and less risky. However, each individual's weight loss needs and preferences are unique, so it is essential to find the method that works best for you.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many calories can I consume on the 5-Bite Diet?
The 5-Bite Diet severely restricts calorie intake to only 800-1000 calories per day. This is much lower than the recommended daily intake of 2000-2500 calories for most adults.
- Can I continue to exercise while on the 5-Bite Diet?
Exercise is not encouraged on the 5-Bite Diet due to the low-calorie intake and risk of fatigue. However, light activities such as walking and stretching can be done in moderation.
- What kinds of foods can I eat on the 5-Bite Diet?
The 5-Bite Diet allows for any foods to be consumed, but only in small portions of 5 bites per meal. It is recommended to choose nutrient-dense foods such as vegetables, fruits, and lean proteins.
- How long can I stay on the 5-Bite Diet?
The 5-Bite Diet is not meant to be a long-term solution and should not be followed for more than a few weeks. After that time, a more sustainable and balanced eating plan should be adopted.
- Is the 5-Bite Diet safe?
The 5-Bite Diet may not be safe for everyone, especially those with a history of disordered eating or medical conditions that require a higher calorie intake. It is important to consult with a healthcare professional before starting any new diet or weight loss plan.


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