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Support for American Spaces in Azerbaijan
Funding Opportunity Title: The U.S. Mission to Azerbaijan in Baku: Support for American Spaces in Azerbaijan
Deadline for Applications: July 31, 2023
Total Amount Available: $80,000 USD
The Embassy of the United States of America in Azerbaijan is pleased to announce a call for proposals to support American Spaces Strategic Programming and Operations in Azerbaijan. With this notice of funding opportunity, the Embassy seeks to establish or continue partnerships with eligible entities, including Azerbaijani non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and associations, community-based organizations (CBOs), and individual citizens to manage funds through cooperative agreements issued before August 20, 2023 to oversee programs and operations at the American Corners in Azerbaijan.
A partner will work closely with the Embassy's Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) and American Corners to develop operational and programming budgets, implement the projects, monitor and ensure effective spending and tracking of expenses, review project proposals before submission to the Embassy for approval, request transfer of funds to vendors for project implementation, report budget updates to the Embassy, and complete all required U.S. government documentation.
Overview of American Corners in Azerbaijan
The U.S. Embassy in Baku, through Memoranda of Understanding with local Universities and Central City Libraries has established a network of seven American Spaces in Baku, Ganja, Lankaran, Sheki, Khachmaz, Salyan, and Kurdemir in Azerbaijan. American Corners in Azerbaijan are the part of worldwide networks of over 600 American Spaces; all of them operate based on the global standards of the American Spaces program. These standards mandate that every American Corner to offer programming in six core areas:
- Information about the United States
- English language learning
- EducationUSA advising
- Cultural programs
- Collaboration with the alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs
- Capacity-building programs
The American Spaces standards mandate that American Corners maintain collections of books, magazines, databases, computer workstations, and an area for programs. All materials at the American Corners—to include internet access—must be free and open to the public. American Corners vary in size, but have the following minimum characteristics:
- Secure location with public access for all audiences;
- Minimum size of approximately 35 square meters;
- Library containing a minimum of 500 books selected and provided by the U.S. Mission;
- Program venue to accommodate 20 people;
- Furniture, such as chairs, reading tables, computer desks
- Equipment, such as printers, air conditioners, computer workstations, laptop, projector, sound system, in some case 3D Printers and MakerSpace technology
Program Objectives
The American Corners program goal in Azerbaijan is to provide resources and programming that achieves the following specific objectives (in priority order). All programs must include a connection with American culture, expert(s), organization(s), or institution(s) in a specific field that will promote increased understanding of U.S. policies and perspectives.
- Develop the capacity of Azerbaijani audience through the English language, capacity building, women empowerment, STEM and various other programs to become leaders in their local communities and regions;
- Support media literacy, professional media training, factchecking, and identification of misinformation.
The recipient will:
- Generate program ideas in six core areas, mentioned above, and implement them at the American Corners
- Solicit proposals from partner organizations for programming at the American Corners in consultation with the Embassy's Public Diplomacy Section (PDS);
- Provide general programmatic and administrative support to all American Corners located in Azerbaijan, daily operations of the Corners, and working with host institutions.
- Ensure that American Corners' staff implement PDS-approved programs, provide free, public access to American Corners' computers, programs and materials, conduct outreach to the local community, and maintain a positive relationship with the local government and other stakeholders.
- Take responsibility, as requested, for the maintenance of the physical American Corners structures as well as placing request for replacement or repair of equipment and furniture.
Authorizing legislation, type, and year of funding:
The source of funding is FY23 19.040 Smith-Mundt Public Diplomacy Programs and 19.441 Fulbright-Hays American Spaces Support Funds.
Length of performance period: 12 months
Number of awards anticipated: Up to two awards (dependent on amounts)
Award amounts: Awards may range from a minimum of $15,000 to a maximum of $80,000
Total available funding: $80,000
Type of Funding: Fiscal Year 2023 American Spaces Support Funds
Anticipated program start date: 09.01.2023
This notice is subject to availability of funding.
Funding Instrument Type: Cooperative agreements are different from grants in that bureau/embassy staff are more actively involved in the grant implementation. PDS Baku staff will review and approve every project funded by the partner. PDS Baku will monitor and evaluate those projects.
Program Performance Period: Proposed cooperative agreements should be completed in 12 months or less. The Department of State will entertain applications for continuation grants funded under these awards beyond the initial budget period on a non-competitive basis subject to availability of funds, satisfactory progress of the program, and a determination that continued funding would be in the best interest of the U.S. Department of State.
Submissions are encouraged from Azerbaijani entities with relevant experience. This experience should be documented in the proposal. Eligible entities include Azerbaijani non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and associations, community-based organizations (CBOs), and individual citizens. Previous recipients who are not/were not in compliance with the terms of their financial and program reporting requirements are ineligible to apply. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure they are in compliance with all applicable terms, conditions, and Office of Management and Budget guidance and requirements. Those organizations found to be in non-compliance may be found ineligible for funding or designated high risk if selected for funding.
- Cost Sharing or Matching
Though cost-sharing is not mandatory, applicants are encouraged to include their contribution in suggested project budget which also can be an in-kind contribution (equipment, labor, program materials, etc.).
- Other Eligibility Requirements
In order to be eligible to receive an award, all organizations must have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) number issued via www.SAM.gov as well as a valid registration on www.SAM.gov. Please see Section D.3 for more information. Individuals are not required to have a UEI or be registered in SAM.gov.
- Address to Request Application Package
Please email to firstname.lastname@example.com to receive the application forms listed below. Please indicate in your email whether you are applying as an individual or entity.
- Content and Form of Application Submission
Please follow all instructions below carefully. Proposals that do not meet the requirements of this announcement or fail to comply with the stated requirements will be ineligible.
Content of Application
Please ensure:
- The proposal clearly addresses the goals and objectives of this funding opportunity
- All documents are in English
- All budgets are in U.S. dollars
- All pages are numbered and
- All Microsoft Word documents are single-spaced, 12 point Calibri font, with a minimum of 1-inch margins.
Applications should be emailed back to email@example.com. Please be sure to send all attachments in one email message and include your first name, last name, and program name in the subject line of the email. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. (Baku time) July 31, 2023. Support for American Spaces Funds recipients will be announced after August 10, 2023.
The following documents are required:
- Mandatory application forms (available from email@example.com)
- SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance – organizations)or SF-424-I (Application for Federal Assistance –individuals)
- SF424A(Budget Information for Non-Construction programs)
- SF424B (Assurances-Non-Construction Companies)
- Summary Page: Cover sheet stating the applicant name and organization, proposal date, program title, program period proposed start and end date, and brief purpose of the program.
- Proposal (4 pages maximum): The proposal should contain sufficient information that anyone not familiar with it would understand exactly what the applicant wants to do. You may use your own proposal format, but it must include all the items below.
- Proposal Summary: Short narrative that outlines the proposed programs for American Corners, including programs objectives and anticipated impacts. It also needs to show the main outlines of management for American Corners.
- Introduction to the Organization or individual applying: A description of past and present operations, showing ability to carry out the program, including information on all previous awards from the U.S. Embassy and/or U.S. government agencies.
- Program Goals and Objectives: The "goals" describe what the program is intended to achieve. The "objectives" refer to the intermediate accomplishments on the way to the goals. These should be achievable and measurable.
- Program Activities: Describe the program activities and how they will help achieve the objectives.
- Program Methods and Design: A description of how the program is expected to work to solve the stated problem and achieve the goal.
- Proposed Program Schedule and Timeline: The proposed timeline for the program activities. Include the dates, times, and locations of planned activities and events.
- Key Personnel: Names, titles, roles and experience/qualifications of key personnel involved in the program. What proportion of their time will be used in support of this program?
- Program Partners: List the names and type of involvement of key partner organizations and sub-awardees.
- Program Monitoring and Evaluation Plan: This is an important part of successful projects. Throughout the time-frame of the award, how will the activities be monitored to ensure they are happening in a timely manner, and how will the program be evaluated to make sure it is meeting the goals of the award?
- Future Funding or Sustainability Applicant's plan for continuing the program beyond the award period, or the availability of other resources, if applicable.
- Budget Justification Narrative: After filling out the SF-424A Budget, use a separate sheet of paper to describe each of the budget expenses in detail. See section H. Other Information: Guidelines for Budget Submissions below for further information.
- Attachments:
- 1-page CV or resume of key personnel who are proposed for the program
- Letters of support from program partners describing the roles and responsibilities of each partner
- If your organization has a Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (NICRA) and includes NICRA charges in the budget, your latest NICRA should be included as a PDF file.
- Official permission letters, if required for program activities
- Unique Entity Identifier and System for Award Management (SAM.gov) (NOTE: This section is required and not optional, except for NOFOs targeting applications from individuals instead of organizations)
- Required Registrations:
All organizations applying for grants (except individuals) must obtain these registrations. All are free of charge:
- SAM.gov registration which will generate a UEI
Any applicant with an exclusion in the System for Award Management (SAM) is not eligible to apply for an assistance award in accordance with the OMB guidelines at 2 CFR 180 that implement Executive Orders 12549 (3 CFR, 1986 Comp., p. 189) and 12689 (3 CFR, 1989 Comp., p. 235), "Debarment and Suspension."
The Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) is one of the data elements mandated by Public Law 109-282, the Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act (FFATA), for all Federal awards. SAM.gov is the Federal government's primary database for complying with FFATA reporting requirements. OMB designated SAM.gov as the central repository to facilitate applicant and recipient use of a single public website that consolidates data on all federal financial assistance. Under the law, it is mandatory to register in SAM.gov.
The UEI will be assigned when an organization registers or renews it's registration in SAM.gov at www.SAM.gov. To access SAM.gov an organization is required to have a Login.gov account. Organization can create an account at https://login.gov/. As a reminder, organizations need to renew its sam.gov registration annually.
www.sam.gov requires all entities to renew their registration once a year in order to maintain an active registration status in SAM.gov. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure it has an active registration in SAM.gov.
If an organization plans to issue a sub-contract or sub-award, those sub-awardees must also have a unique entity identifier (UEI number). Those entities can register for a UEI only at SAM.gov.
If an organization does not have an active registration in SAM.gov prior to submitting an application, the application will be deemed ineligible. All organizations applying for grants (except individuals) must obtain these registrations, the latter are free of charge.
Note: As of April 2022, a DUNS number is no longer required.
The organization must obtain a UEI and have an active SAM.gov registration before submitting its full proposal application. Therefore, we recommend starting the process of obtaining a SAM.gov registration as soon as possible. The process can take several weeks. Please note there is no cost associated with UEI or SAM.gov registration
NOTE: sam.gov is not a State Department website and the U.S. Embassy Baku is not involved in its operations. Please forward all questions related to registration process to sam.gov helpdesk.
- Submission Dates and Times
Applications are due by 5:00 PM, July 31, 2023.
- Other Submission Requirements
All application materials must be submitted by email to firstname.lastname@example.com
Each application will be evaluated and rated on the basis of the evaluation criteria outlined below.
Quality and Feasibility of the Program Idea – 20 points: The program idea is well developed, with detail about how program activities will be carried out. The proposal includes a reasonable implementation timeline.
Organizational Capacity and Record on Previous Grants (for organizations) – 20 points: The organization has expertise in its stated field and has the internal controls in place to manage federal funds. This includes a financial management system and a bank account.
Program Planning/Ability to Achieve Objectives – 15 points: Goals and objectives are clearly stated and program approach is likely to provide maximum impact in achieving the proposed results.
Budget – 10 points: The budget justification is detailed. Costs are reasonable in relation to the proposed activities and anticipated results. The budget is realistic, accounting for all necessary expenses to achieve proposed activities.
Monitoring and evaluation plan – 15 points: This is a mandatory part of the project budget. Applicant demonstrates the ability to measure program success against key indicators and provides milestones to indicate progress toward goals outlined in the proposal. The program includes output and outcome indicators and shows how and when those will be measured. Note: all finalists will be required to work with Embassy staff to develop and incorporate a project-specific monitoring and evaluation plan. When calculating your budget costs, you should allocate Monitoring and Evaluation activity expenses not exceeding 5% of your entire budget.
Sustainability – 10 points: Program activities will continue to have positive impact after the end of the program.
Support of Equity and Underserved Communities – 10 points: Proposals should clearly demonstrate how the program will support and advance equity and engage underserved communities in program administration, design, and implementation.
The recipient may only start incurring program expenses beginning on the start date shown on the award document signed by the Grants Officer.
If a proposal is selected for funding, the Department of State has no obligation to provide any additional future funding. Renewal of an award to increase funding or extend the period of performance is at the discretion of the Department of State.
Issuance of this NOFO does not constitute an award commitment on the part of the U.S. government, nor does it commit the U.S. government to pay for costs incurred in the preparation and submission of proposals. Further, the U.S. government reserves the right to reject any or all proposals received.
If you have any questions about the award application process, please contact: email@example.com
Guidelines for Budget Justification
Personnel and Fringe Benefits: Describe the wages, salaries, and benefits of temporary or permanent staff who will be working directly for the applicant on the program, and the percentage of their time that will be spent on the program.
Travel: Estimate the costs of travel and per diem for this program, for program staff, consultants or speakers, and participants/beneficiaries. If the program involves international travel, include a brief statement of justification for that travel.
Equipment: Describe any machinery, furniture, or other personal property that is required for the program, which has a useful life of more than one year (or a life longer than the duration of the program), and costs at least $5,000 per unit.
Supplies: List and describe all the items and materials, including any computer devices, that are needed for the program. If an item costs more than $5,000 per unit, then put it in the budget under Equipment.
Contractual: Describe goods and services that the applicant plans to acquire through a contract with a vendor. Also describe any sub-awards to non-profit partners that will help carry out the program activities.
Other Direct Costs: Describe other costs directly associated with the program, which do not fit in the other categories. For example, shipping costs for materials and equipment or applicable taxes. All "Other" or "Miscellaneous" expenses must be itemized and explained.
Indirect Costs: These are costs that cannot be linked directly to the program activities, such as overhead costs needed to help keep the organization operating. If your organization has a Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate (NICRA) and includes NICRA charges in the budget, attach a copy of your latest NICRA. Organizations that have never had a NICRA may request indirect costs of 10% of the modified total direct costs as defined in 2 CFR 200.68.
"Cost Sharing" refers to contributions from the organization or other entities other than the U.S. Embassy. It also includes in-kind contributions such as volunteers' time and donated venues.
Alcoholic Beverages: Please note that award funds cannot be used for alcoholic beverages.


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In covering for Angela, who is on leave this week, I've been incredibly impressed by how our staff have coped with yet another extraordinarily busy week as we lead up to Easter. I've been able to see first hand many examples of people really living our values. You've been prioritising safety and quality, making sure the very high number of patients needing our care get the best service possible.
We've had a significant number of people medically ready to leave our services, but they can't – though it's good to see our One Team of health and care partners at Place (our local geography), doing what it can. We've been working particularly closely with South East Coast Ambulance Service over conveyances and Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust (SCFT) and First Community who are working in the hospital to help people who are ready to leave to be discharged (they've been giving us extra help which we really appreciate). There remain challenges finding placements and packages of care in the domiciliary care sector, but despite these challenges we secured safe discharges for lots of our patients this week – I'm very grateful; more discharges keeps us safe and gives us capacity.
We are continuing to benefit from the significant work undertaken as part of our intensive kaizen programme looking at ambulance handovers, the discharge process and our board and ward rounds. This work is continuing and, while the demand we've seen this week might mean it doesn't feel like it, we know that empowering you (the experts in each area) to make changes will make a huge, sustainable difference for our patients and our colleagues.
The public can of course play their part. Along with our partners we have been promoting use of the full range of NHS services across the bank holiday weekend and beyond as it's really important that the emergency department is kept for very urgent and life threatening cases.
Our paediatric teams have also been very busy and I'm grateful for their continued dedication; we're working hard to ensure we have enough capacity.
Within this context of an extremely busy trust, it was fantastic how our theatres team, Nigel Martin and the hospital sterilisation and decontamination unit (HSDU) team, and our estates colleagues worked to fix our broken washer which ensures vital equipment is able to be used for operations and procedures.
We began the week by marking World Parkinson's Day. We completed around 1,000 sit-to-stands across the organisation and even turned the top of East Surrey Hospital blue to raise awareness. My thanks go to Scott Goldsmith for making that happen, and if you haven't seen the incredible footage he took of it I'd urge you to take a look on our website (good droning, Scott!).
Angela will be back next week, and I'm sure you will join me in congratulating her as she's already been named in the Health Service Journal's top 50 chief executives – so it looks like she's settling in ok.
Thank you to all our staff for your fantastic efforts this week and I'm very grateful to those of you working over the bank holiday weekend. We know it's going to be a challenging one, and we expect next week to be difficult too, but you've already shown this week that through your ability, brilliant team work and commitment we can meet those challenges! And if you are celebrating it, I wish you a very Happy Easter.
Paul Simpson
Deputy chief executive, chief finance officer and director of estates and facilities

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Snapchat's users watch 10 billion videos per day, according to a report from Bloomberg. That is 2 billion more than the most recent numbers reported by Facebook, which were made public back in November. In addition, Bloomberg reports that more than a third of Snapchat users post to the app's daily Stories feature, where videos and photos can be viewed for 24 hours before disappearing.
The company is typically very tight-lipped about its numbers, but CEO and founder Evan Spiegel revealed in February that the service has more than 100 million daily users. They spend an average of 25 to 30 minutes using Snapchat every day, and 60 percent of them use the app create photos and videos.
Facebook is surely generating more than 8 billion daily views these days, especially with the recent rollout of its live video feature. But Snapchat has a fraction of the daily users that Facebook has, which boasts upward of 1 billion daily users (and 1.65 billion monthly users). What's true for both services is that video views are sharply rising — both have more than doubled the amount of daily video views since early 2015.


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Background Information:
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Potential Risks:
While there have been no reported adverse effects associated with the affected product, it is crucial to follow the guidance provided in the official recall notice. The recall is being undertaken as a precautionary measure to prevent any potential risks to patients.
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If you have been prescribed Ketofall 0.25 mg/ml Eye Drops Solution, please consult with your healthcare provider immediately. They will be able to provide you with further guidance regarding alternative treatment options or discuss any necessary adjustments to your current treatment plan.
Next Steps for Healthcare Professionals:
Healthcare professionals are advised to stop dispensing and using the affected product. Please refer to the official recall notice for detailed instructions on returning the recalled medicine and obtaining replacement stock.
Contact Information:
For any questions or concerns related to this recall, please contact the relevant authority as provided in the official recall notice linked here :
Ensuring patient safety and providing accurate information is our top priority. We encourage all patients and healthcare professionals to stay informed about recalls and take appropriate action when necessary.


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A chef with years of experience in the Boston area will open a new neighborhood spot in his hometown just north of the city. Patrick Campbell, the opening executive chef for Cafe ArtScience and an alum of Barbara Lynch's No. 9 Park, plans to open the Stones Common House & Kitchen in Stoneham, bringing a casual menu to a space within a mixed-use development in the town's main square, as Boston Magazine reports.
The Stones will seat 102 people, with some space on an outdoor seasonal patio, as the Stoneham Independent previously reported. There will be a U-shaped bar, with a mix of tables spread throughout the restaurant, which will serve casual, scratch-made food, including house-made pasta, salads, and snacks and appetizers for sharing, plus cocktails, wine, and craft beer.
The restaurant is under construction, and Campbell has several partners in the business. Expect to see the Stones up and running as early as March next year at 370-380 Main St.
• Chef Patrick Campbell to Open The Stones Commonhouse in Stoneham [BM]
• Planners Grant Parking Relief for New Stoneham Square Eatery [SI]
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In late 2021, OSPE was awarded funding from Women and Gender Equality Canada (WAGE) to explore the potential to use public procurement policy to advance diversity goals in the procurement of engineering services, and to support increased career opportunities for women in consulting engineering and in the engineering profession in general.
Two reports have recently been published:
- Using Procurement Policy to Advance Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: Literature Review and Environmental Scan
- Jurisdictional Scan of Social Procurement Provisions in Public Procurement Policies
The purpose of the literature review is to summarize the current state of thinking about the use of procurement policy to support equity, diversity, and inclusion goals. The particular focus of the review is on the potential for using public procurement of engineering services to support increased opportunities for women in engineering careers.
The review suggests four areas where additional insight will be valuable:
- A better understanding of what leading engineering firms are already doing in the areas of equity, diversity, and inclusion.
- Additional insight into the types of third-party certifications that public sector organizations value in their procurement processes.
- Insight from experienced procurement experts on how equity, diversity, and inclusion criteria can be incorporated into the different types of procurement processes that are used to hire professional services providers and engineering service providers.
- Advice from Qualifications-Based Selection (QBS) experts on how equity, diversity, and inclusion goals can be integrated into QBS.
The purpose of the jurisdictional scan is to compile information on social procurement provisions by public sector organizations. The scan covers 40 jurisdictions in Canada, the Untied States, Australia, and the U.K. The scan also supports certain conclusions on how these policies apply, or do not apply, to supporting equity, diversity, and inclusion in the procurement of professional services, especially engineering services.
The results of the jurisdiction scan suggest several questions that need to be explored with stakeholders, procurement specialists, and experts. These include:
- What are the current best practices in the consulting engineering sector and how could procurement policy support the broader adoption of these best practices?
- In promoting increased career opportunities for women in consulting engineering, what is the relative importance of the composition of an assignment team on a particular project versus the overall policies and practices of the engineering firm?
- Given the complexity of procuring professional services, how can discretion be delegated to purchasing managers in a way that still preserves the intent of using procurement policy to advance diversity goals in the procurement of engineering services?
- Should we be looking at a policy framework applicable to professional services in general, or should we be looking more specifically at a framework that is only for engineering services?
- How would a policy framework deal with a situation in which an engineering firm is a sub-contractor rather than a prime contractor?
- Is there a role for third-party certification similar to the quality certifications that already operate in some aspects of professional services? If so, what might that look like?
These questions will form the basis for further research for this project so that engineering companies will be encouraged to embrace more diversity in their workforce, especially women.
To view all of OSPE's Research Reports, please visit here.
This project has been funded by Women and Gender Equality Canada.


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RIL-backed omnichannel platform Fynd has said that it is planning to hire over 1,200 engineers this year.
RIL-backed Fynd is looking forward to recruiting 30 percent of manpower from Ahmedabad. The main aim of the company is to capture the Ahmedabad market.
The company is looking forward to utilizing the enormous pool of tech talent that prefers working from their own city/state compared to shifting to other cities like Mumbai and Bangalore.
Also, the recruitment will be for skilled developers from python, full-stack, NodeJS, angular, java, and DevOps engineers across all levels, it said.
Fynd Co-Founder Farooq Adam said, "We aim to strengthen the company's existing engineering and product teams and welcome innovative minds to our growth-oriented team of over 640 members."
Farooq added, "The onboarding of extensive developers from Ahmedabad city shall further support our strenuous efforts of building and delivering next-generation cutting-edge tech products from scratch."


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Andy is set up for busy spell
Double Olympian bidding for a treble success
Andy Butchart will bid for triple major championship glory this summer.
The double Olympic finalist will compete in the World Championships, the Commonwealth Games, and the European Championships, all within a span of five weeksr and has been tuning up for his title tilts at a high-altitude training camp in the French Pyrenees at Font-romeu.
Despite suffering a slight injury scare the Stirling running star says his main problem is making the best tactical choice about which event to pick between his usual 5000 metre distance or electing to go with the longer 10k span at which he achieved a Scottish record on his debut earlier this year in the USA.
The Dunblane star has also elected to keep his racing calendar clear until the major moments later in the summer and has no worries that he could be under-cooked when it comes to finding the big kick around the final bend at the Worlds, European and Commonwealth Games championships which
will start with the former in Eugene, Oregon in mid-july.
The Scottish 3000, 5000 and 10000 metre record holder said: "I am very happy with where I am. It could have been a little better a couple of weeks back but I'm putting in good preparation, good mileage and the lucky thing is the Worlds and Brits aren't tomorrow so I still have time to put the detail in and make these small improvements.
"Although there are a lot of competitions going on out there with plenty of events it is not the end of the world that I am not out there racing, I am comfortable doing a training camp and not having raced but still confident I will be able to run a very strong race.
"I don't need five races to get to my best and I am usually pretty good off the gun. So I am playing it tactically this year and I will be ready to go when it matters most and believe I can produce my best."
He added: "I raced a 10k in America in March to get a feel for the event and the whole reason I raced it was that with the three major championships being so close all within a few weeks then to run a 5k at each one would become a bit monotonous and you might be a little bit jaded by the last major champs.
"So if I mix it up with a 10k in there, it may make it a bit more exciting for me and also when you try to win a medal you need to look at the competition and work out where the best opportunity is going to come to achieve that.
"Is it the Commonwealth Games in the 5k or 10k or the same question when it comes to the Europeans and Worlds? You have to think strategically in this regard."
Although Butchart is happy with his progress it has not all been plain sailing.
"I had a bone bruise in my shin but I caught it early and it didn't hinder my training too much. I was able to cross train pretty hard and I swapped my running shoes for a pair of swimming goggles but I am glad to have the spikes back on!
"I will probably do the British Championships in three weeks but I had that slight injury in April and so having to push fitness fairly quickly so that I am ready for the World Champs when they come around.
"At the start of March I ran my first track 10k and although it wasn't a great finishing position I broke the Scottish record and it was a very good debut at that distance and very positive going forward and my fitness has been good from the start of the year until I picked up the niggle."
When it came to the benefits of his high-altitude training camp, the double Olympian had no doubt about the value of his presence in the Pyrenees."
He went on:"i am based in a place called Font-romeu which is about two hours north of Barcelona and I am primarily here because it is an altitude camp.
"The easiest way to explain training at altitude is that there is less oxygen in the air so your body has to work that bit harder and that means when you go back down to sea level then it feels like you have all the oxygen in the world and your body can perform at a much higher level.
"I will be here for four weeks initially but it's likely I will be here all summer. Usually I spend around eight to 10 weeks here and fly in and out of competitions.
"The Worlds at Eugene in Oregon is the first major championships of the summer and that is mid to end of July and the clock is ticking in that regard but before that it is always good to compete against the best in the UK at the British Championships."
I am playing it tacticallythis year and I will be ready to go when it matters most and believe I can produce my best


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Need-to-know: Academy Trust Handbook 2021 published
Formerly the Academies Financial Handbook, the new handbook comes into effect on 1 September 2021. While there aren't any major changes, there are some updates to be aware of.
New name for the Academies Financial Handbook – it's been renamed as the Academy Trust Handbook You must be aware of the risk of cybercrime, put in place proportionate controls and get permission from the ESFA before paying any ransom demands The ESFA can obtain information from third parties about your trust, where it has concerns about financial management and/or governance. Your trust must give permission for this to the ESFA if it requests it From 1 March 2022, any newly appointed senior executive leader can only be a trustee if: The members decide to appoint them as a trustee, and The senior executive leader agrees, and The trust's articles permit it You must get approval from the ESFA for severance payments where: An exit package which includes a special severance payment is at or above £100,000, and/or The employee earns over £150,000 No one from your senior leadership team can conduct internal scrutiny Your trust should retender your


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A lawyer for Shanan Rosenberg, the Linfield University men's basketball coach who was suspended and then told he would be fired after he responded to a parent heckling him from the stands during a game, has put the school on notice that he will sue if he can't get his job back under certain terms.
In a letter sent to the university's board of trustees and president this week, Rosenberg's lawyer argues that what's behind the coach's dismissal goes beyond what happened on the court last month.
He alleged the athletic director, Garry Killgore, has harassed and retaliated against Rosenberg for not showing "sufficient support" or praise for his decisions and has created a toxic environment that already has driven other staff out of the athletic department.
The university acted to suspend and then fire Rosenberg after he spoke back to a father of a Linfield player, who repeatedly shouted at him during the end of the team's last game of the season against Whitman College.
The parent yelled, "Put in the seniors! Put in the seniors!," and the coach looked up and responded with something like, "Look, if you want to talk to me, talk to me after the game," according to other parents seated behind the team's bench.
According to Linfield University's Scott Nelson, an associate vice president for communications, a fan's video of the Feb. 18 game showed an "angry confrontation" that lasted more than a minute where Rosenberg, at one point, is "gesturing angrily into the crowd" and yelled, "come outside after the game, sir. Let's have some words then." Nelson said one of the team's players put a hand on the coach's arm, "apparently attempting to defuse the situation."
Two days later, Rosenberg was suspended. Then on Feb. 24, the school gave Rosenberg the option of either facing immediate firing or accepting 21 days to review a severance proposal that would provide some compensation in exchange for Rosenberg agreeing not to sue the university or athletic director. School officials told Rosenberg they wanted him to leave "because of an unrepairable relationship with the university," according to Craig Crispin, Rosenberg's lawyer.
In the letter to board trustees, Crispin described the offered "severance" as inadequate. He declined to say what it was. Rosenberg, 51, who has become known as "Coach Rose," has been the head men's basketball coach at Linfield for the past 10 years.
If he can't return to his coaching job under "appropriate circumstances," Rosenberg gave notice that he plans to sue Linfield, seeking up to $2.5 million in damages for wrongful termination, Crispin wrote to the board.
"The best way around this would be to negotiate the terms for Coach Rose to continue on in his role as basketball coach and serve the university and the community," Crispin said. "That would be his preferred approach."
His main concern is the welfare of his players, including current and prospective recruitments, but the university has "humiliated" him, his lawyer said.
Nelson said Friday that after the university reviewed the Feb. 18 "heated verbal exchange" that Rosenberg had with a Linfield parent, "the university determined his actions did not meet the standards of professionalism and sportsmanship that had been communicated to him, and which are expected of our coaching staff. We believe the university's response is in the best interest of our student-athletes and the Linfield community."
To avoid litigation if the coach can't return, his lawyer wrote, Rosenberg would require Linfield pay him $1.2 million in economic and non-economic damages, continue health insurance coverage for Rosenberg and his children for a year and a half, reimburse his attorney fees, write him a favorable recommendation letter reflecting his successes and contributions to the university and ensure the school's responses to any of Rosenberg's future prospective employers say that his departure wasn't performance-related.
Division 3 head men's basketball coaches earn between approximately $60,000 and $75,000 a year.
"Despite his successes and achievements on behalf of Linfield University, Coach Rose has been targeted by Athletic Director Garry Killgore, who has treated my client with extreme hostility, retaliation, and harassment," the letter said. "Mr. Killgore's toxic and retaliatory conduct has resulted in the departure of five female employees in the athletic department and the termination of five coaches over just the past four years."
Rosenberg's lawyer accused the university President Miles K. Davis of recently calling the mother of a past Linfield basketball player, who is Black, and telling her he was contacting former team members regarding alleged racial incidents involving Rosenberg.
"These efforts at after-the-fact fabrication of a racist justification for firing Mr. Rosenberg is evidence of 'consciousness of guilt' over the lack of basis in the decision to fire my client," Crispin wrote.
His attorney said the action is similar to when the university attempted to "interrogate" Rosenberg after the departure of assistant basketball coach Jonathan Willis, who is Black. Willis left Linfield as an assistant basketball coach and became the head coach of South Puget Sound Community College's basketball team in August 2020. Rosenberg had been upset that when Willis left, he took some prospective basketball recruits who had committed to Linfield with him to the community college.
"Mr. Rosenberg reported the matter to Human Resources, who responded that the process and inquiry were inappropriate," Crispin's letter said.
Crispin attached to his letter statements from current and former Linfield basketball team players and letters from parents who support Rosenberg.
"Every quality I have learned that a good leader, teacher or coach should have is possessed by Coach Rose," sophomore team player Cayden Lowenbach wrote to the board.
When Lowenbach arrived to campus on crutches after dislocating his ankle, he said the coach's first question wasn't when he'll be ready to play but, "what can I do to help you?"
Another sophomore Jake Downing wrote that Rosenberg has supported players both on and off the court "with respect and truthfulness."
"I have truly never experienced such love from someone outside of my real family in 20 years of life. He is someone I truly care deeply for and wish all the best for no matter what," Downing wrote.
Parent Justin Morrill said he was at the Feb. 18 game and said the coach was subjected to "significant verbal heckling" by one parent, and it wasn't the first time.
"In a moment of frustration, Coach Rosenberg lashed out verbally at the parent. I know his reaction was not ideal, and the optics of the situation present a difficult dilemma for the University," Morrill wrote. "That being said, I feel very strongly that Coach Rosenberg is a very positive influence on his players. He is tough and, at times, even a bit harsh with the players, but he is also their biggest advocate, and he is shaping them into men of character."
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How many times can you take an assessment at WGU?
WGU Academy policy allows students to attempt any assessment, other than the final exam, up to three (3) times.
Can you withdraw from WGU?
Students with a withdrawal date that occurs after 60% of the term has been completed are not eligible for a refund. WGU administrative withdrawal (unofficial). Student‐initiated withdrawal occurs when the student notifies WGU of the intent to withdraw.
What is WGU acceptance rate?
Is WGU easy?
So WGU serves its purpose for me! It's always easy to pass but difficult to learn. Unless things are drastically different during the capstone course, I would mostly agree with this for my MBA experience. I've done grad school before and it was hard; to the point that I didn't graduate.
Is WGU fully accredited?
We're regionally accredited, the highest form of accreditation. Western Governors University is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU), a regional accreditation body of colleges and universities in a seven-state region that includes WGU's headquarters of Utah.
Does WGU have professors?
WGU has 4,400 faculty members living and working in all 50 U.S. states—a diverse, experienced group of experts giving our university a national perspective. 1,597 Program Mentors support WGU's students.
Are WGU courses hard?
If you have experience/competency with the courses, getting done early and accelerating is not too hard. That being said, WGU courses are not a cake walk; you do earn the degree. You should be putting in a minimum of 15 hours a week.
Is WGU a hard school?
Western Governors University is a challenging school and not for those who are not self motivated. All the work involved in completing a program is done at home around the student? s schedule. A weekly call with a personal mentor is required but is not enough to keep on motivated.
How much does a program mentor make at WGU?
The typical Western Governors University Program Mentor salary is $59,458. Program Mentor salaries at Western Governors University can range from $41,830 – $83,856.
Is WGU a real degree?
At WGU, our focus is on your success—as an online student and a graduate. WGU has been one-of-a-kind from the start. We're the first university where all bachelor's and master's degrees are competency-based.
What is the graduation rate for WGU?
14 percent
What happens if you don't finish a class WGU?
If you don't finish a course it will roll over into your next term. IF you repeatedly do it and don't pass any courses in term, then yes, you will be on academic probation. Probation does affect financial aid if you are using it. I've rolled several courses in my time and never been put on probation.
Is WGU a degree mill?
Anyway, yes WGU does have its faults. But it isn't a degree mill, nor are they shadier than any of the other large open-access colleges with aggressive recruiting practices. If they were, they would lose their accreditation pretty quickly.
What is a passing grade at WGU?
A grade of at least 70% is required for credit recognition at WGU or to receive an ACE CREDIT recommendation. ACE transcripts reflect Pass/Fail (P/F) only.
How long does it take for WGU to evaluate transcripts?
On average, most transcript evaluation companies take about 2 weeks to complete a general evaluation. Most course by course evaluations take 2-3 weeks to complete. Rush services are available for an extra charge. At Ucredo, a general evaluation is done in 2-3 days.
How much is tuition at WGU?
Is WGU a good university?
In fact, it seems that the 80,000-student WGU has been doing a pretty good job educating students, and at a fair price. With tuition revenue of less than $7,000 per student, WGU is charging less than do nine out of ten private colleges, both nonprofit and for-profit.
How is WGU rated?
Nearly three-quarters of WGU students (73%) say their education was worth the cost, compared to 38% nationally. Its teacher-prep is ranked first in the country by the National Council on Teacher Quality. WGU fees are among the lowest of any online college.
Is a WGU degree respected?
Apparently WGU is a real, accredited school, but it sounds like a for-profit college and you will be fighting against that perception with hiring managers. At least check out ASU. I'm sure there are other reputable B&M colleges that offer online degrees as well. Except WGU isn't for-profit at all.
How fast can you complete WGU?
WGU students finish online degrees in 2.5 years on average, compared to the over 5 years that is the national average for graduation time. (And that's just an average—many WGU students finish significantly faster even than that!)
Does Western Governors University accept fafsa?
Most WGU students qualify for federal aid. To receive consideration for any federal student aid program, you must first file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Is WGU accredited for nursing?
The bachelor's and master's nursing degree programs at WGU are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. Western Governors University is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU).
Does WGU give you a GPA?
GPA. WGU Indiana is a competency-based school that doesn't use the traditional model to generate a GPA. Every test and performance based task has to be completed with what most would refer to as a 'B', but WGU Indiana doesn't use grades.
How do you beat WGU fast?
How to Finish a WGU Degree As Fast as Possible
- Earn trust with your mentor.
- Optimize performance assessment work.
- Optimize objective assessment work.
- Learn the secrets others don't know.
Is WGU a Mormon?
Is WGU a Mormon school? There is no religious or institutional affiliation associated with WGU. While headquartered in Utah which is well-known for a strong religious culture, WGU is an online university available in every state.
How long does it take WGU to process financial aid?
Once WGU receives the FAFSA application (3–5 business days), you can complete the following financial aid application steps through the WGU Student Portal in the Financial Services section.
How many times can you submit a paper to WGU?
Submissions: You have up to three (3) attempts for each assignment.
Do Webex meetings time out?
If you exceed the duration of your meeting, nothing will happen. The meeting will stay active until the host ends the meeting. The duration function is only to make attendees aware of how long a meeting is estimated to last.
How do I keep a Webex session active?
From the customer view in https://admin.webex.com, go to Settings, and scroll to the Idle Timeouts section. Turn on the switch beneath Control Hub Idle Timeout. Below Control Hub Timeout, select the amount of time that Control Hub users can stay idle.
Does zoom host know if you record?
Zoom will always notify meeting participants that a meeting is being recorded. It is not possible to disable this notification. For participants who joined audio by phone, they will hear an audio prompt when they first join the meeting if it is already being recorded or at the time that recording is started.
How do I kick someone off Webex?
To expel a participant:
- Select the participant's name in the Participants panel.
- Click on the Participant menu, then click on Expel.
- Click Yes to confirm that you want to remove the participant from the meeting.
What is OA at WGU?
OA's are objective assessments, these are multiple choice tests that are pass fail based on cut score (which by the way equates to a "B" grade or competency level at a traditional school). PA's are performance assessments, a nice way to say "papers or presentations".
Are all WGU tests proctored?
All of the exams are proctored or held in a testing facility. The actual assessments are proctored either via webcam at home or you can go to a testing facility near you.
Does Webex time out?
You can specify how long a Webex for web user's session can stay idle before they're signed out. This applies to in network and off network Webex for web users. You can choose different idle timeouts for in or off network Webex for web users.
How long do Webex recordings last?
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It's 2022, and suddenly the world is all brand new. Hopefully, the worst is behind us and we all are gearing for the accelerated pace of change, so are the organizations that saw the biggest and the most unexpected slump of the decade. With new growth plans and goals in sight, brands across industries are adopting innovative solutions and strategies to make up for the lost sales in the past year.
One of the incentive-based programs that gain a lot of attention during uncertain times is SPIFF. In fact, a lot of companies I consult have enquired about it and if it is the right way to drive sales, rather, amplify the system to meet the unmet goals. So what exactly is SPIFF? How does it work? And when should you implement this for your organization?
SPIFF or SPIF, is a short term sales-incentive program used by organizations with the aim to drive immediate results. "If your sales reps successfully schedule X number of demos in a week or sell products worth $10,000 in a fortnight, they'll be entitled to special rewards, which is of course, above and beyond their regular incentives.
Most powerful spiff rewards are monetary, but things like concert tickets, short trips, career development training, as well as recognition can also serve as the basis for creating effective Incentive Compensation Plans. Basically, anything that can make your salesperson go "spiffy" works in the favor of the organization. A quick fact: One in five employers started the SPIFF Reward Program in the last 12 months.
To Incentivize Engagement Low morale or disengagement can lead to low productivity that can have a negative impact on your bottom line. SPIFF Incentive System works because it leverages human behavior. Organizations that embed incentives into the everyday life of their team members are at least three times more likely to see increased employee engagement.
To Meet Short-term Sales Needs With only 25 days left for the year to end, Sales Manager Patrick announced a special reward to encourage sales reps to meet and exceed their goals. Did it help? Of course, it did! Most sales reps in the team closed 10% to 20% more deals than usual. The best performer who actually won the reward exceeded the sales quota by 40%. That's the power of immediate reward systems. Need I say more?
To Support a New Product or Service Release New product launches are challenging. 34% of sales reps have confessed that they don't feel motivated to sell new products, especially when the existing line of products is bringing them decent sales. Here SPIFF can boost momentum for a successful launch.
It can be a Moneymaker for a Reseller SPIFF doesn't just work in an employee-employer environment, but can also be beneficial for reseller businesses. Similar to shelving fees where manufacturers pay to place their products on retail shelves, resellers can demand manufacturers to pay SPIFF to employees who make maximum sales for their products. This can be a good strategy for you wherein you'd be saving a substantial amount on employee incentives and rewards.
The key to the success of a reward program lies in the way it's implemented in the system. Everything that you do in an organization should be well-thought-out and must, under all circumstances, align with organizational goals. Most importantly, don't announce incentives on a whim.
Understanding the requirement of the organization, its current position in the market, as well as the potential of sales reps in your team, would help you determine the rewards that would keep both parties happy and satisfied, aligning with the concept of on-target earnings. Over-promising and under-promising are the two biggest triggers for failures when it comes to SPIFF, highlighting the importance of setting realistic on-target earnings to ensure fairness and motivation.
Secondly, clearly communicate the objectives and expectations with your team. So if you have a team of 10 reps selling a SaaS platform, a clearly defined goal could be to get at least 500 demos a month cumulatively. Last, but most importantly, choose the right time frame.
Since the objective of a SPIFF Program is to boost sales in a short period of time, an effective strategy would be to determine an appropriate amount of time to attain the strategic aim. This can be based on employee engagement levels and historical performance data — both can be easily captured with a comprehensive sales and incentive tracking system.
Just like everything else in the world, SPIFF Incentive Solution comes with its own share of problems and solutions. No reward system is perfect. At least I haven't come across any yet. Every time a new incentive program is introduced in the system, a lot of challenges arise, but a good Sales Leader knows how to make them work in the favour of both employees and the organization.
SPIFFS can create tension between employees – Of course, everyone wants to have the biggest slice of the pie, but only a few have the potential and the hunger to grab it. This can engender an "all or nothing" mentality, which can create unnecessary stress in the team. So if you see toxic competitiveness taking roots in your team, it's your duty as a manager to arrange a counselling session and divert their attention towards cumulative productivity.
Too many SPIFFS can eat up your budget – For a small and medium corporation, introducing SPIFFS too frequently can negatively affect the bottom line. Use SPIFFs only when you want to boost sales to a level that strikes a good balance between cost and returns.
They can make reps dishonest – When Sales People get over-enthusiastic about their product and determined to win the SPIFF, it is tempting to bend the truth a little to meet the targets. The simple answer of how to handle dishonest employees is: speak to them, if they don't mend their ways, get rid of them. This guide will help you identify dishonest employees, and when to let them go.
As I said, it needs careful planning and implementation for it to be successful. Encouraging employees to deliver above and beyond their usual can be challenging, especially in today's uncertain times. Most of them could also be facing lingering insecurities and would do anything to stay on top of their manager's list. So if you think, introducing SPIFF to the team will help you boost employee engagement, as well as sales for the organization, make sure that you plan ahead of time to tackle all potential problems that come along and be prepared to deal with uncertainties.
Before you decide to introduce a SPIFF program, be sure to seek professional advice to ensure successful implementation. If you are not sure about the type of spiff your company needs, you can consult our experts and get a few ideas on how to manage the program from start to finish.


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Objects are things that can be described and can do things, or...
the Law of Demeter (aka the Principle of Least Knowledge) is not really a law, but a rule of thumb for designing object-oriented programs.
"Only talk to your friends."
Explanation in plain English:
)but most everything else is disallowed, especially
If you see code like this:
let maxAge = course.students.reduce(
(maxAge, student) => Math.max(maxAge, student.age)
, 0);
if (maxAge < 18) {
then redesign your program so you can do this instead:
if (course.hasOnlyMinorStudents()) {
...which implies an object-oriented design like this:
class Course {
constructor() {
this.students = [];
hasOnlyMinorStudents() {
return this.maxStudentAge() < 18;
maxStudentAge() {
return this.students.reduce((maxAge, student) =>
Math.max(maxAge, student.age), 0);
don't confuse method chaining (often good) with feature envy (usually bad)
With method chaining, you are usually calling the same object -- or at least the same type of object -- again and again, so the number of collaborators is limited:
string.split(' ').map((s)=>s.toUpperCase()).join(' ')
With feature envy (a LoD violation), you are traversing a graph of collaborators until you find the one with the data or method you want:
style | dots | collaborators |
method chaining | 4 | 2 (String, Array) |
feature envy | 3 | 5 (Course, Array, Student, Phone, String) |
Each object should have limited, clearly defined responsibilities.
Do one thing, and do it well.
This makes it easier to know where in the code to look when you want to add a feature or fix a bug.
It helps to increase cohesion and reduce coupling... If there are two objects with related (but separate) responsibilities, you can change the implementation of one without affecting the other.
Objects can communicate through the same stable interface without regard for the implementation.
OO systems rely on pointers, so it's there's a risk of confusing designs, including:
It's best if dependencies are one-way and hierarchies are shallow.
CRC = Classes, Reponsibilities, Collaborators
For each class (object type) in your system, make a box (or an index card). In this box, write the Class name, a list of its Responsibilities, and draw arrows to its Collaborators.
This is a useful technique that has fallen out of favor because lots of people overused it.
Don't overspecify, and don't fall in love with your design; as soon as you start to write code, your design will change. A diagram is a model of your system -- not the system itself! -- and remember:
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How to Learn Singing "Arctic Monkeys – 505"
Learning to sing a particular song requires attention to detail and practice. In this article, we will explore the popular song "Arctic Monkeys – 505" and discuss the unique vocal technique used in the song. We will also mention other popular songs that utilize similar techniques. To master this song, follow the steps and advice below, incorporating the resources from Singing Carrots:
Step 1: Vocal Analysis
Before you start learning the song, it's important to analyze your voice to understand your vocal range and voice type. Take the Vocal Range Test on Singing Carrots to determine your vocal range and compare it with famous singers. This will help you understand your strengths and areas for improvement.
Step 2: Breathing and Support
A strong foundation in breathing and breath support is essential for singing any song. Read the article on Breath Support to learn the basics and practice the Farinelli Breathing exercise to improve your breath control.
Step 3: Vocal Technique
The unique vocal technique in "Arctic Monkeys – 505" involves a mix of chest voice and falsetto. To understand voice registers and vocal breaks, read the article on Voice Registers & Vocal Break. Practice the Voice Break and Mixed Voice exercises to develop control over your voice registers.
Step 4: Pitch Accuracy
Pitch accuracy is crucial when singing "Arctic Monkeys – 505." Take the Pitch Accuracy Test on Singing Carrots to assess your pitch accuracy and practice singing along with simple melodies to improve your pitch control.
Step 5: Song Learning Tips
To effectively learn the song, read the article on How to Learn a Song Effectively. This article provides useful tips on breaking down the song, studying the lyrics, and practicing sections of the song repeatedly.
Step 6: Performance and Stage Presence
To enhance your performance and stage presence, check out the article on Tips for Performing on Stage. This article covers topics such as connecting with the audience, overcoming stage fright, and delivering a confident performance.
Remember, practice is key. Use the Educational Singing Course on Singing Carrots to further improve your singing abilities and vocal techniques. Combine your practice sessions with the Vocal Pitch Monitor to visualize your sung notes on a virtual piano and track your progress.
By following these steps and utilizing the resources on Singing Carrots, you'll be well on your way to mastering "Arctic Monkeys – 505" and honing your singing skills. Enjoy the journey and happy singing!


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Today after an update my android app show my sitemaps on list but seems unable to access them. It's looping on charging icon. Anyone had the same issue?
Local or remote? I have no problems local.
If remote, then there is a topic running on this matter…
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I've disabled standard port and configured nginx for https acces and authentication, but even with standard port connection is really slow.
Tnk for the info, i'll follow the topic with interest.
Can you capture the log from the app? https://stackoverflow.com/questions/2882253/how-do-i-get-the-logfile-from-an-android-device
Hi as my last comment say, i've already solved that problem. Tnk anyway for your time.


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The following City Sports Fields will be CLOSED Thursday, May 12, 2016 due to wet field conditions:
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Frederick, MD- May 12, 2016: The following City Sports Fields will be CLOSED Thursday, May 12, 2016 due to wet field conditions:
• Baker Park / Room 1 – both softball fields;• Baker Park / Room 2 - Fleming Avenue fields;• Loats Park – lighted baseball field only;• Max Kehne Park –baseball field only;• Riverwalk Park – baseball & softball field;• Walnut Ridge Park – softball field only.All other City Sports Fields not listed above are open and available for use.What CITY SPORTS FIELDS CLOSED means - all City leased fields, including City school fields, are closed for the time frame indicated. No one is to use the fields when closed. If it is found that a permitted league is using a closed field, the potential to be fined and/or loss of usage for the season is probable. If an unpermitted user is found to be using a closed field, a warning and/or Citation will be issued.For additional information contact: Kristi Winterstein at 301-600-1173 or email@example.com.


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Charle Rosario, the Long Ball Help Goldeyes to 5-2 Victory
The Winnipeg Goldeyes sent left-hander Charle Rosario to the hill Wednesday night, making his second start since joining the Goldeyes. He tossed a one-hitter in his debut, and looked nearly as invisible against the St. Paul Saints, allowing just one-earned run in 7-innings to lead his team to the 5-2 victory. David Rohm had the big blow in the game, a three-run homer, and Mason Katz produced the other two-runs with a two-run shot.
This was a scoreless affair through the first two frames, but in the third St. Paul took the lead against Rosario. The Winnipeg starter retired the first two batters of the inning, but Mitch Delfino kept the idea alive with a single to center. He then stole second with Nate Hanson at the plate. Hanson followed with a base hit into right field. The throw home was cut off, allowing Delfino to score, but Hanson was thrown out trying to take the extra base to end the inning.
An inning later, the Saints extended their lead to two. Anthony Gallas reached on an error with one down. He then stole second and scored when Tony Thomas singled into left field to make it 2-0.
Jason Hoppe was pitching a great game for the St. Paul Saints. He gave up lone singles in the first and second before retiring 10 in a row. Hoppe retired the first two batters of the fifth inning but Wes Darvill kept the inning alive with a base hit. Next up was Mason Katz, who drilled his 13th homer of the season to tie the score at two. Jordan Ebert walked on four-pitches following the homer before Andrew Sohn singled into right field. The next pitch that Hoppe threw David Rohm drilled for a three-run homer to put Winnipeg ahead 5-2. That was his fourth homer of the year.
That would be all the scoring in the contest. Following the two early runs, Charle Rosario (9-5) was brilliant. The left-hander allowed 8-hits and one-earned run in 7-innnings of work. He struck out 7. Since joining the Goldeyes, Rosario has now allowed just one-earned run in 14-innings pitched.
David Rohm finished 1-3 with a run and 3-RBI. Wes Darvill and Josh Romanski each had 2-hits. Brady Shoemaker had 3-hits for St. Paul.
The Winnipeg Goldeyes go for the sweep tomorrow. First pitch is scheduled for 7:05.
By Robert Pannier


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