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Ryu Hyun-jin is aiming for his fourth win this season Thursday at the Freeway Series, referring to a competition between the two rivals of Los Angeles Dodgers and Los Angeles Angels, both based in Los Angeles. The name was given as the homegrounds of both teams are linked to Interstate 5 (I-5), the main Interstate Highway on the West Coast.
Dodgers and Angels will compete in four games from Tuesday to Friday. The first two games will be played at Dodgers' homeground and the remaining two at the Angel's stadium. Ryu will be on mound on Thursday, the third among four games, and the first game in Angels' stadium.
Dominant view was that Ryu would play on Wednesday. However, Dodgers coach Dave Roberts decided to have Maeda Kenta be the starting pitcher. Laeda has shown good pitching in recent three games as he allowed only two runs in 10 innings.
This means that Ryu will be on mound after five days of rest. While playing the Major League, Ryu had marked a 3.33 ERA after resting for five days, compared to 3.67 ERA when resting for four days.
Ryu has also shown strong performance against the Angels. When he first met the Angels on May 29, 2013, Ryu pitched a shutout, and won with no losing points during seven innings on August 8, 2014. He also shows a 0.088 RRA against the Angels.

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I have been in the program a long time but never had an experience like I had at the Thailand Roundup. I have been to conventions and roundups around the world even though I am from the US. However, I spent the past two years in Cancun, Mexico. I now have been living in Thailand and volunteering at an orphanage for the past year. I like to think of my job as teaching the 12 Steps to the kids.
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Earth Hour Revisited – ROJoson@2015March28
Reynaldo O. Joson, MD, MHA, MHPEd, MSc Surg
March 28, 2o15
This year Earth Hour triggered another round of personal insights on the Earth Hour Ceremony, particularly along the theme of 2012 write-up entitled: Earth Hour and ROJoson and Health Care Organization.
In 2012, I wrote an article on Earth Hour which was published in the May to June 2012 issue of MDH Good Health. I also published this article in my blog. See link.
In 2014, I made a revisit and made concrete suggestions on impact.
I wrote (in 2014):
How I wish MDH can measure the impact of the annual Earth Hour ceremony not only in terms of practices in the hospital (which it has been doing), but more importantly, also in terms of practices of individual MDH workforce members at home.
In every year's Earth Hour ceremony, since 2009, the MDH officials always talk about "going beyond" the Earth Hour hour (8:30 pm – 9:30 pm) and on the day, last Saturday of March. They also always advise the staff to make the philosophy, principles, and practices of Earth Hour a "way of life." The strongest and most logical indicator on the "going beyond" and "way of life" after the March Earth Hour is a measurement of how many of the MDH staff are practicing "Earth Hour" activities at home. An 80% target is good enough. I know doing the impact analysis is difficult but if there is a will, there is somehow a way. I will try to recommend one approach later after I revisit my 2012 write-up, resolutions, and promises to my readers.
Here are some excerpts from my 2012 write-up with some editing and updating.
Earth Hour is a worldwide movement and advocacy to unite people to protect and sustain the planet earth particularly against global warming caused by climate change. This is being spearheaded by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) because of its mission to stop the degradation of the earth's natural environment and build a future where people can live in harmony with nature.
Earth Hour started in 2007 in Sidney, Australia, where 2.2 million individuals and more than 2,000 businesses turned their lights out for one hour to take a stand against climate change. In 2008, the activity was no longer limited to Australia as more countries joined the movement. Philippines is one of them.
As a citizen of the earth and as a health professional, I subscribe to the Earth Hour movement and advocacy. I have been celebrating the Earth Hour since 2009 by switching off lights in my house during the call time. I attended the Earth Hour in Ayala Triangle in 2011. Since 2012 up to 2014 (year of this writing), I have been attending the Earth Hour in Manila Doctors Hospital to show my support and serve as a role model.
Speaking of Manila Doctors Hospital (MDH), of which I am proud to be a member, because of its social vision, it subscribes to the Earth Hour movement and advocacy. I hope all health care organizations are doing the same. MDH has a very active Environmental Committee and it has joined Earth Hour celebration since 2009.
The annual one-hour-one-day-a-year Earth Hour of turning off lights on the last Saturday of March from 8:30 pm to 9:30 pm is but an initiation and an awareness event. It is recommended to go Beyond the Hour to commit to lasting action on climate change.
Personally, as part of my contribution as a citizen of the earth, I have formulated the following framework:
For so many years now, I and my family have been trying our very best in doing positive things on waste management and resource conservation.
At home, we
- segregate wastes; reuse them; recycle them; minimize use of plastics when shopping in groceries; dispose them as properly as possible;
- bring recyclables to the junk shops (the money I get I give to my children for their allowance);
- minimize waste of water in the bathrooms (this cuts down my family expenses also);
- minimize waste of electricity (this cuts down my family expenses also);
- minimize waste of gasoline during travels in the metropolis and out of town (this cuts down my family expenses also); etc.
In my place of work, I segregate wastes, particularly, medical sharps and white papers; reuse "scratch" papers; minimize use of papers for communication (I am heavy in the use of emails and digital documents); etc. I am continually supporting and advocating waste management and resource conservation in Manila Doctors Hospital and Ospital ng Maynila Medical Center.
There are still more that I and my family will have to do and refine. I hope to be able to share the details on what I am doing Beyond the Earth Hour in the near future. (Statement made in 2012)
What are my update reports since 2012 write-up?
I still continue to do all that I mentioned in my 2012 write-ups. See pictures.
2012 Segregating waste containers
2014 – Miscellaneous Wastes
I usually bring these special wastes to MDH and drop them in the box shown below.
This year, I taught our househelp on waste segregation. I started giving her part of the proceeds gotten from the junk shops.
I have reviewed the framework on ROJoson Going Beyond Earth Hour Program and still find it relevant and useful.
I will add one item, however. This is to conserve money. I will avoid spending money on non-life-necessity things that will eventually constitute more wastes to handle and to recycle. This will be part of avoidance of wastes strategy.
[Note: on April 2, 2014, I came across a write-up of Mr. Jesus Estanislao in Manila Bulletin entitled "A simple and sober life." This article supports what I said above on conserving money." See link.]
As to refinements which I promised in 2012 to make and share, here are some of them:
- Identify junk shops or venues that can properly recycle or discard non-run-of-the-mill wastes such as electronic stuffs, electric wires, glasses, plastic containers, plaques, etc.
- Conserve water during tooth brushing by using glasses.
- Conserve water during bath by using pails.
After that revisit on my 2012 write-up and resolutions with updates and sharing of approaches, strategies and activities on my Going Beyond Earth Hour Program, I will now present an approach on how an organization can make an impact analysis of its Earth Hour Advocacy.
After understanding and committing to the philosophy and principles of the annual Earth Hour and also of the Going Beyond Earth Hour Program, all workforce members make a pledge in writing on what they intend to accomplish during the year (from April to February). The pledge must include key result areas and key performance indicators. The KRA and KPI can be offered by the workforce members or they can be negotiated with the organizers of the program. On the first or second week of March of each year, all workforce members will submit a self-evaluation (honesty system initially then random checking if needed in the future). The organizers will collate; see whether the 80% target has been achieved or not; identify areas for improvement; and prepare for the next cycle of pledging on the last Saturday of March.
Below is a sample of a dashboard-pledge on Going Beyond Earth Hour activities with KRAs and KPIs.
Name of Workforce Member:
Name of Unit:
Date Pledged:
|Pledge (YES)(NO)
|All – most of the time
|No – sometime
|Waste Avoidance and Minimization
|Conserve Money (not to buy things not a necessity)
|Often at least
|Reuse /recycle at home (writing papers)
|Often at least / Provide picture-evidence
|Reuse /recycle at home (bags)
|Often at least / Provide picture-evidence
|Reuse / recycle at home (other containers)
|Often at least / Provide picture-evidence
|Reuse /recycle at home (others – specify)
|Often at least / Provide picture-evidence
|Waste Segregation
|Clear methods of waste segregation
|Often at least / Provide picture-evidence
|Waste Disposal
|Clear methods of waste disposal(to garbage collectors)
|Often at least / Provide picture-evidence
|Clear methods of waste disposal(to regular junkshops)
|Often at least / At least 2 times of travel to regular junkshop in a year / Provide picture-evidence
|Clear methods of special waste disposal
|Often at least / Provide picture-evidence
|Conserve Electricity
|Clear methods of conserving electricity at home (specify) – turning off electricity when not needed
|Often at least / Evidence of control / reduction trend of electricity watt usage in a year /Provide picture-evidence
|Conserve Water
|Clear methods of conserving water at home (specify) – Use glass during tooth brushing
|Often at least / Evidence of control / reduction trend of water volume usage in a year /Provide picture-evidence
|Clear methods of conserving water at home (specify) – Use pails during bath
|Often at least / Evidence of control / reduction trend of water volume usage in a year /Provide picture-evidence
|Others (specify)
|Others (specify)
Signature of Pledger
In 2015, I will continue "to use my power to change the climate change" using this framework:
Here is a picture of the waste segregation that I still do (picture taken March 28, 2015):
I also measure the impact of my effort of Earth Hour through the Meralco and Maynilad Water bills. For the last 4 months, my Meralco bills have gone done. Maynila Water bills have been maintained.
I don't buy unnecessary things which will eventually be a concern in my clutter management as well as waste management.
Along the line of clutter management, I likewise tell my patients who want to give me gifts to do so based on what I need.


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New for SID 2019:Namibia Safer Internet Day Committee - Task Force on Child Online ProtectionURL: https://www.unicef.org/namibia/
About our SID activities
Safer Internet Day 2018 was a remarkable success in Namibia, with 120 learners as well as governmental and societal stakeholders participating in the celebrations. Therefore, the national planning committee for SID 2019 is going to bring the event to the next level: SID 2019 will be embedded into a whole week of activities about a safer internet and child online safety in Namibia.
On 5 February 2019, the official Safer Internet Day celebrations are going to take place in Windhoek, including a panel discussion to engage learners from various schools into a discussion on a safer internet and with adults as well as kids participating on the panel. To involve learners from all Namibian regions, a video competition was launched in January 2019. Groups of students can submit their creative video about child online protection and win a regional as well as a national prize.
Further, to fully realise the 2019 slogan, "Together for a better internet", this year's event aims to include not only kids but various other stakeholders with an interest in a safer and better internet. To further engage industry, there will be a round table discussion together with the National Crime Agency (NCA), Child Exploitation and Online Protection Command team (CEOP), and Namibian internet service providers. All activities will be accompanied by a broad media outreach on social media and in cooperation with TV and radio broadcasters.
What we are doing to support the SID 2019 slogan of "Together for a better internet"…
Namibia's work on child online safety reflects the motto of SID 2019 "Together for a better internet" since we aim to include as many stakeholders as possible in our efforts for a better internet countrywide. The projects in Namibia are a mix of prevention and response, and follow the model of the WePROTECT Global Alliance National Response, which addressed child online safety on the level of policy and governance, criminal justice, victim support, societal and industry engagement, and media.
The agency of children in internet access and usage is crucial to the various projects Namibia is undertaking. While stressing the many benefits of digital literacy, for example through the increased use of ICT in education, children need to understand the modus operandi of internet use, to ensure they can address upcoming risks and dangers, and avoid harm. Strengthening children's risk management skills when it comes to the internet, and ensuring service providers can respond adequately to online violence, are crucial aspects of the Child Online Safety Project. At the same time, we further see the necessity of engaging parents, caretakers and teachers into the discourse on child online safety since they are the ones to guide their kids and learners on how to stay safe in the online environment.
While many projects aim at building national capacity, Namibia is acknowledging the importance of transnational collaboration, in particular when it comes to the criminal justice sector, and works towards connecting Namibia with the world to combat online child sexual abuse and exploitation.
About the organisation
The SID Committee in Namibia is a sub-group of the multi-sectoral Task Force on Child Online Protection, which brings together government stakeholders from the child protection and information and communication sector, industry, academia, the regulatory authorities and NGO's.
With support from UNICEF, Namibia has made great achievements in the field of child online protection, including on legislative, law enforcement, victim support, industry and media engagement level. Stakeholders are strongly committed to join forces to ensure children can enjoy the many benefits of the internet, while staying safe online.


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Kyocera Advanced Ceramics Kyotop Paring Knife 3" Damascus Pattern Blade, Pakkawood Handle - KT-075-HIP D
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Turkey Tamale Casserole Recipe
Happy Friday everyone! Today we're going to cover our third and final budget friendly recipe for this week. I hope you caught our other two recipes on Monday and Wednesday. They were Quinoa "Fried Rice" and Fried Egg and Avocado Tostada, respectively. I also did a post with tips on grocery shopping on a budget.
Today I've got an interesting turkey tamale casserole recipe for you. I actually made this last fall and have been waiting for the perfect time to post it.
This is more like a "bake" but I guess that's the same thing as a casserole in the end. We actually don't do very many casseroles in the part of Louisiana I'm from, nor in New Orleans. It's just not a thing we do in our part of the South. So I'm sorta out of my element here. However, all the ingredients I'm cooking with here are things I'm very familiar with. And the dish was very tasty so I must be doing something right!
Let's get on to this recipe and take a peek first at the key bulk ingredients in this dish. This casserole is filled with ground dark turkey, frozen corn nibs, black beans and pureed canned tomatoes. Not pictured is the cornbread mix that binds the casserole. These vegetables and the turkey work together to create a harmonious blend of flavors.
Next let's look at the key flavoring ingredients. These are the spices and seasonings that give the casserole it's rich, delicious flavors. Onions are a key player here along with chiles and the spices you see below. These are all seasonings that are familiar from a chili spice mixture except that I used smoked paprika instead of chili powder.
So this recipe is cooked in two stages – on the stove then finished in the oven. About half of the cook time is on the stove top then it's finished for 25 minutes in the oven to set the cornbread. I like to let the casserole sit about five minutes before cutting into it. This allows the casserole to cool a bit so that it's able to be scooped a bit easier from the pan. This is actually supposed to bake up rather stiff (because of the cornbread mix).
And there you have it – ground turkey tamale casserole. This is actually the first and only casserole I've published here. It's not my favorite type of cooking, but it has its place. I'm very proud of this dish, and I think you'll enjoy it.
OK, ready to "casserole"? Me too – Let's do it!
Turkey Tamale Casserole Recipe
This turkey tamale casserole is filled with lean dark ground turkey meat, black beans, corn and tomato sauce. Topped with Monterey Jack cheese, this casserole is sure to please.
1 pound ground dark-meat turkey
1/4 cup olive oil
1 large onion, finely chopped
1-4 ounce can chopped green chiles
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1-28 ounce can whole tomatoes, pureed
1-8 ounce can tomato sauce
2 cups frozen corn kernels
1-15 ounce can black beans
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
1-8.5 ounce box Jiffy corn muffin mix
1 large egg
1/3 cup milk
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- Preheat oven to 400 ºF.
- Brown turkey in a skillet or pot over medium high heat. Remove and reserve cooked meat.
- In a soup-sized pot, heat olive oil. Once heated, add the onion, salt, cayenne and green chiles and cook until onions are softened, 5-7 minutes.
- Add the garlic and briefly stir until garlic is fragrant, about one minute.
- Next add the pureed tomatoes, tomato sauce, corn, black beans, cooked turkey, cumin and paprika. Stir very well to combine.
- Lower heat and cover pot. Cook for 15 minutes.
- While that's heating, combine the corn muffin mix, egg and milk in a small mixing bowl and set aside.
- Using a 9"x13"x2" baking dish, carefully pour the turkey filling into the dish. Mix in the cornbread batter and smooth the top. Use a butter knife to swirl the cornbread mix into the turkey filling.
- Cover with shredded Monterey Jack cheese and place in the oven.
- Bake for 20 minutes. Allow to sit 5 minutes before serving.
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Workshop: Cloud 1: Key issues and strategies for designing learning resources and activities
Cloud created by:
Giota Alevizou
6 November 2009
- Think of a resource or a learning activity you have created
- Describe its inherent design
- Share with the person next to you
- Summarise your discussions face to face and/or within this cloud
- Share with the wider group
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Comment 1 by John Sloman
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10:10am 17 November 2009 (Edited 10:11am 17 November 2009) Permalink
My name is John Sloman and I work at the Economics Network, the Economics Subject Centre of the Higher Education Academy. The resource is a link to the various parts of 29 sites of open-access economic data, both UK and international. It can be used by lecturers and by students, either for their own searches or directed by their lecturer. The site is widely used (ii has had over 40,000 hits).
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Comment 3 by Gráinne Conole
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2:59pm 17 November 2009 Permalink
Thanks for the link John - I think the rise of the open access data movement is very exciting from both a research and a teaching perspective. The issue is how best to use this! I think cloudworks could provide a great space for people to share their ideas and the ways in which they are using OER and open acccess data!
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TRENTON, N.J. and WICHITA, Kan. (2/12/15)--Regional U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) offices appear ready to work with credit unions as part of the recently announced initiative to help credit unions make more SBA loans.
SBA Administrator Maria Contreras-Sweet and NCUA Board Chair Debbie Matz last week signed a Memorandum of Understanding to expand and give more small business owners greater accessibility to small dollar SBA loans from credit unions across the country.
The SBA small dollar loans do not count against credit unions' business loan cap.
Since 2011, the outstanding balance of SBA loans by credit unions has seen nearly a 50% increase, Contreras-Sweet said, to $1.2 billion from $810 million. This signals a growing demand for SBA loan programs, she said.
Kellie LeDet, the SBA's regional administrator in New Jersey, said the potential exists for credit unions to make more SBA loans and the new initiative "will help open the door." Currently, 11 New Jersey credit unions already have lending agreements with the SBA (myCentralJersey.com Feb. 11).
The SBA's Wichita, Kan. district office is also ramping up its efforts to partner with credit unions on lending, the Wichita Business Journal reported (Feb. 11). Wayne Bell, the director of the SBA's Wichita office, said goal in creating more credit union partnerships is to better serve business owners and entrepreneurs in communities underserved by traditional banks.
On Monday, CUNA Chief Operating Officer Rich Meade and representatives from the Ohio Credit Union League joined Contreras-Sweet in Cincinnati to highlight the mutually beneficial relationship between credit unions and the SBA. The purpose of the event was to build awareness for credit unions of the agency's programs and the value of credit unions as a source of credit for small businesses (News Now Feb. 11).


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Guess we're not moving south after all
Posted by Lissa on July 23, 2010
'Cause Mike asked if we could move to Bell, California instead, so we can make a run at public office and earn lots of money.
It was the first council meeting since the Los Angeles Times reported July 15 that Chief Administrative Officer Robert Rizzo earns $787,637 — with annual 12 percent raises — and that Bell pays its police chief $457,000, more than Los Angeles Police Chief Charlie Beck makes in a city of 3.8 million people. Bell council members earn almost $100,000 for part-time work.
Now, morally, I'm not questioning the personal worthiness of the CAO nor the police chief. (Especially the police chief. Hell, if we lived in the wonderland utopia that some people think is possible I'd be in favor of paying a half-mil to anyone willing to get shot while protecting the public.) But I seriously, SERIOUSLY doubt that personal character, in a town of 38,000 people, translates to that sort of green.
Tar and feathers, dear people. Tar and feathers. (h/t Hot Air)
Oh, and also? This is the most pathetic, half-assed, I'm-so-sorry-I-got-caught-by-you-subhuman-cretins statement that I've seen in quite a while:
I made poorly considered remarks about Rush Limbaugh to what I believed was a private email discussion group from my personal email account. As a publicist, I realize more than anyone that is no excuse for irresponsible behavior. I apologize to anyone I may have offended and I regret these comments greatly; they do not reflect the values by which I conduct my life.
As TOTWTYTR says:
Note that she apologizes to anyone that she might have offended, but didn't apologize specifically to Limbaugh or specifically for wishing him dead. This is a non apology of the weaselly sort that politicians give when caught doing something wrong.
Spitz should have apologized directly to Limbaugh for her comments, without and equivocation, but apparently admitting when she is wrong isn't one of those values by which she conducts her life.
Exactly. Pull up your big girl panties, admit you got caught saying nasty things, apologize to the subject of the nasty words, or go home.
Happy Friday, all! Try to keep your feet out of your mouths . . . or, lacking that, remember that emails and the Intrawebz are forever 😉


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Pictured L-R are Mark Bleakney, Invest NI's Southern Regional Manager with Cathal Grant, Managing Director of CGDM Construction.
Newry based construction firm, CGDM Construction has announced that it is investing over half a million pounds in the construction of new office premises at Carnbane Business Park and creating 10 new jobs with the support of Invest Northern Ireland. Invest NI has offered the company £74,000 of support towards the creation of the new jobs and marketing activities. The company is due to begin construction on its new factory shortly as part of its plans to grow its business.


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Ferry Service Near Anchorage
Q: I want to fly to Juneau and go to Anchorage by boat. Will the ferry take me there?
A: There is no ferry service to Anchorage. However, you could take a ferry to Whittier, then take the Alaska Railroad to Anchorage. If you need assistance with making your reservations, I'd suggest contacting the folks at Alaska Ferry Adventures.


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Defending against threat of ransomware and other cyberattacks
AS the number and severity of cyber crime attacks continue to climb, it is not surprising that companies are finding it increasingly more difficult to keep up with the pace.
A staggering 59 per cent of companies last year reported an increase in the severity of cyber exploits, while 53 per cent of the same respondents said that the number of cyber exploits have risen, according to a survey of about 1,700 companies by Ponemon Institute.
Yet, only 39 per cent feel that their existing cyber defences are highly effective in detecting cyber exploits, attacks or breaches.
In particular, one form of cyber attack that seems to be a growing cause of alarm is ransomware, a type of malicious software that operates in a manner akin to digital extortion.
Like other malicious software, ransomware installs itself on computers, often through an e-mail or a download link.
Most commonly, the ransomware then locks some or all of the user's files, preventing the user from gaining access to any data stored in the computer.
Afterwards, the ransomware will leave several messages instructing the user to pay a fee in order to decrypt the files. This fee is usually paid through a form of crypto currency, such as Bitcoin. If the user refuses to pay, usually within a fixed deadline, the user's computer might be permanently locked.
In May last year, WannaCry, one of the most destructive ransomware ever released, hit more than 200,000 computers - including those from Renault and FedEx - across 150 countries, said Europol, the law enforcement agency of the European Union. One report from cyber risk modelling firm Cyence estimates that total damage caused by the attack could cost up to US$4 billion.
Just last month, the effects of the WannaCry ransomware attack were still being felt, as a new wave of WannaCry ransomware infected a dozen of Connecticut government agencies in the United States.
Such attacks have certainly spooked many companies.
According to a survey by Vanson Bourne last year , ransomware is now ranked third among major security concerns - after data loss and phishing - indicated by 55 per cent of respondents.
Additionally, more than two thirds report that they are much more concerned now about ransomware than they were three years ago.
However, the story does not end there - it seems as though companies are bracing themselves for the situation to get far worse before it will get any better. At least four in ten respondents forecast that their organisation will be much more concerned about ransomware.
On the whole, cyberattacks are constantly mutating into newer, more aggressive versions, and ransomware is just one of the forms that have gained notoriety in recent times.
The answer to the 24/7 and ever-changing nature of cyber attacks lies in automation.
Automation in cyber defence is not new, but many companies are still slow to rely on automated tools.
The same survey from Ponemon Institute showed that more than half of the companies had automated tools. But only a fifth of the companies said their organisations' approach to cyber defence primarily relies on these technologies. A key stumbling block is the complexity of automated cyber defence. The majority of the companies polled agreed that the integration of cybersecurity automation within their companies' existing IT security architectures is a complex and time-consuming process.
However, as cybercrime is expected to become a US$2.1 trillion business by 2019, companies should be prepared to face more damaging and diversified attack strategies that can breach even the strongest of defences.
While companies cannot prevent cybercriminals from attacking them, they can control how successful these attacks are.
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A successful security strategy will embrace a unified approach, harnessing every network asset into a seamless cyber defence system. A unified security platform offers an all knowing, all seeing methodology with protection woven into the fabric of the network enabling the detection of internal and external threats.
Adoption of a unified strategy also provides a single point of visibility, management and reporting to strengthen the defence posture while simplifying the company's security environment.
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Time is of the essence and when a breach occurs every second counts. To meet these time demands, security processes including policy management, enforcement and remediation must be automated as much as possible.
Automating these processes will significantly reduce the time line for stopping threats on the network. At the same time, automation reduces staff and operating costs, supplementing inexperienced security staff. Statistics from Ponemon Institute showed that cyber automation can save an average of more than US$2.3 million in operating costs.
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The dizzying speed at which cybercrime moves poses the most problem for security professionals. Staying ahead of cyber criminals requires an implementation of smart security defences that leverage advanced machine learning. It provides near real time threat data on all the traffic traversing the network.
A security platform with embedded machine learning will also automatically adapt as threats evolve, fortifying defences against never-before-seen attacks.
Threat intelligence gives your security team insight on anomalies and the ability to identify when a threat is likely to occur.
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An increasing number of enterprises are building their business on diverse network architecture. According to a study by Tech Pro Research in August last year, 36 per cent of companies have adopted a hybrid cloud strategy and 37 per cent were in the process of evaluating hybrid cloud adoption.
These diverse environments demand a simplified and unified security approach that provides consistent protection across all locations.


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IPG attorney KS Chong is one of the leading lawyers in Entertainment Law in Korea. He represents one of the leading entertainment businesses in Korea and many international artists and intellectual property owners. KS Chong has, also, published the first book on Korean Entertainment and Media Law and numerous articles on entertainment and intellectual property law.
The IPG has strengthened its position in the Korean market by being the only full member of the International Association of Entertainment Lawyers in Korea.
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I recently hosted blogger Piera Jolly on the Personal Creations blog to share her favorite recipes. The winning pick was her Apple Crumb Pie, which adds the unique touch of sour cream to a traditional favorite. The sour cream adds a rich and tangy flavor you won't find in grandma's classic recipe!
Pictures and original recipe posted here.
Pie Crust
- 1 9-inch Pie Dough
Crumb Topping
- .5 Cup flour
- .5 Cup brown sugar
- .5 Cup butter
- 1 Teaspoon cinnamon
- .25 Teaspoon salt
- .5 Cup white sugar
Pie Filling
- .75 Cup granulated sugar
- .5 Teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 Pinch of salt
- 8 Ounces sour cream
- 3 Pounds Granny Smith or Golden Delicious Apples
- 2 Teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 3 Tablespoons corn starch
1 Prepared 9-inch Pie Dough (homemade or store-bought is fine)
Crumb Topping:
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 1/2 brown sugar
- 1/2 cup of butter
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 3 Tbsp corn starch
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- 8 ounces sour cream
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 3 pounds Granny Smith or Golden Delicious Apples (about 7-8 apples), peeled, cored, and sliced into 1/4-inch wedges
Pie Crust
Homemade or store-bought crust will work for this recipe. I typically buy a prepared crust simply to save time.
1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
2. Roll out pie dough and line 9-inch pie plate. Freeze for at 15-20 minutes to firm dough.
Crumb Topping
3. Prepare crumb topping by combining sugars, cinnamon, flour and salt. Cut in butter using a pastry cutter or two knives until mixture resembles large peas. With hands, press topping together to form large clumps. Refrigerate until ready to use.
Pie Filling
4a. Peel, core, and slice apples into 1/4-inch wedges.
4b. 4. In a large bowl, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon and salt. Add apples and toss to evenly combine.
5. Add sour cream and vanilla to apple mixture and toss well to coat evenly.
6. Spoon apple mixture into chilled crust.
7. Sprinkle top of apple mixture with crumb topping.
8. Place pie on foil-lined baking sheet to catch and overflow during baking. Bake pie for 1 hour. Then, turn oven down to 350 degrees and bake for another 35-45 minutes or until the filling in the center is bubbling.
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As a man-made element, Californium is not found in nature and must be manufactured through nuclear processes.
The element was first produced at the University of California's Radiation Laboratory in Berkeley. A microgram of curium was bombarded with alpha particles in the lab's cyclotron to produce 5,000 atoms of the element with a half-life of 44 minutes. Weighable quantities of Cf-252 were later produced in 1954 and, today, the Oak Ridge National Laboratory in Oak Ridge, Tennessee uses its High Flux Isotope Reactor (HFIR) to produce an average of 25mg of the isotope per year.
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Jann Stuckey MP, Member for Currumbin, today held a special ceremony to honour long-serving Justices of the Peace in the Currumbin Electorate.
"Our JPs provide a much needed and valuable service within the community," Ms Stuckey said.
"It is with great pleasure that I acknowledge the significant contribution that these outstanding people have made.
"Doug Collier of Currumbin Waters is being honoured for 60 years of service along with Vic Burren of Tallebudgera Valley and Susan Gogolka of Currumbin Waters both for 25 years service.
"Only a handful of 60 year service awards have been issued and I feel very privileged to be presenting Doug Collier with this certificate and special service badge.
"These highly respected individuals work on a voluntary basis within the community and are an important part of Queensland's legal system.
"JPs assist people with a range of services from witnessing legal documents to assisting with certain legal procedures.
"Serving in a role that demands such a high standard of conduct is something that those here today have shown to be a source of pride for their families and their local communities.
"I would like to thank the Pines Shopping Centre for their ongoing support in hosting this invaluable service which is in high demand, several times a week.
"I wish Doug, Victor and Susan all the best in their future endeavours and thank all the JPs in the Currumbin Electorate for their commitment to serving their communities.
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James Chau does not want to be known as just another face on television. As main news presenter for China Central Television (CCTV) for over a decade (the Chinese state broadcaster is now known as China Global Television Network, CGTN), James has had the opportunity to sit down with some of the most high profile global personalities.
As correspondent, he's made his mark covering breaking news stories such as the Asian Tsunami, SARs outbreak, Sichuan earthquake, among others.
Nobody is truly voiceless, it depends on whether we choose to listen to them or not
But TV personality is just one facade of Chau. The 40-year-old is highly passionate about advocating HIV/AIDS awareness. In 2009, he was appointed as China's first UNAIDS Goodwill ambassador, and more recently in 2016, as Goodwill Ambassador for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Health.
"The most noble thing is to serve other people, who are perhaps at a more disadvantaged (place) than you are; who have a voice but not heard," says the 40-year-old on his roles with UN.
"Because nobody is truly voiceless, it depends on whether we choose to listen to them or not," he adds.
Chau thought he could do much more to champion the HIV, apart from levering his following and presence on TV. And so, he sought out United Nations to offer his help.
"I went to their office and asked if I could volunteer. Then they asked me how much do you know about HIV/AIDS, and I said, 'nothing'," says Chau with a smile.
"But I'm very willing to learn, and so they began to mentor me," he adds.
James Chau - I Had Never Wanted to Work in China
Beijing-based Chau is currently a special contributor to CGTN, which broadcasts to 85 million viewers. He was also a Guest Presenter on BBC World News for the award-winning show, Horizons. On social media, he has over 1.7 million followers on Weibo, the Chinese version of Twitter.
He hopes to effect a different and more inclusive conversation on the global pandemic and help advocate the rights of HIV positive individuals.
"We need to stop seeing them as being only health challenges. We need to see them as opportunities to transform and fight for social justice. So, for example, when you are affected by the disease, do you have access to doctor? It's not just a question of health, it is a question of living your fullest potential in life," says Chau.
"It's not separate from my work as a journalist. You could say that the two marry together because it all has to do with people. It has to do with what our needs are and how we can construct a safe and more secure global society," says Chau.
James Chau on the Secret to Good Interviews
Born in London, Chau was educated at the City of London School. Growing up, he was subjected to bullying in school.
"I was very unhappy growing up. I was bullied a lot, I think I was discriminated against because not only I was Chinese, I was also different to most of the boys in my school; I was different ethnically, different in what I found interesting."
At 12 years old, he enrolled into the Royal Academy of Music to study piano. In music, Chau sought refuge. In the academy, he gained a sense of belonging.
I think music saved my life in many ways
"The academy gave me a home, away from that feeling of hatred. Even though I studied there for a short period of time, I always thank them (the academy) because they gave me everything that I have today."
"I think music saved my life in many ways," says Chau.
Chau went on to study at Cambridge University where he served as news features editor for Varsity, the university's oldest student newspaper.
Upon graduating, he landed a gig as intern at Vogue, marking his first foray into journalism. Following that, after a stint at British publisher Mirror Group, Chau moved to Hong Kong for his first newsroom position as reporter.
Since then, the boyish-looking lad has interviewed world leaders such as former Secretary Generals of the United Nations, Kofi Annan and Ban Ki-Moon, former Zimbabwe prime minister Robert Mugabe, towering personalities like Elton John, Arianna Huffington, Bob Geldof and anti-apartheid campaigner Winnie Mandela, to Nobel Peace Prize winners, Aung San Suu Kyi and Muhammad Yunus.
"I think that the secret to good interview is to always see that person not only in their role - as president, prime minister, king, activist, scientific leader - but to also see them just as people," says Chau.
"When you do that, you can relate to them and they can relate to you," he adds, "What it becomes then, a seamless conversation as you would have with a friend."
He says, however, that does not mean, forgoing the hard questions.
Whether they are Mandela, Mugabe, or Ban Ki Moon, they have a story to tell
"As a journalist you have a mandate to ask these questions. You have invited someone to speak with you and they honored you by accepting that invitation. In so doing, you have the the platform to ask them.
"Whether they are Mandela, Mugabe, or Ban Ki Moon, they have a story to tell. And therefore, you have a duty to extract the story by asking them intelligent thoughtful, well constructed question."
"So what gives me courage, I think, is the combination of humility and coming in with a blank slate that says 'I don't know very much, but I've come prepared and I would love to know your story'," says Chau.
James Chau - Preparation is Key
Chau hopes to continue his activism to promote a wider conversation on improving access to healthcare and quality of life among people living with HIV/AIDS.
"I hope that people think I'm kind. I hope that I work hard enough to demonstrate that," says Chau.
Chau looks up to his late father as role model, living by his words of treating everyone with fairness and compassion.
"I think what he would say the greatest characteristics that makes a person, is to have compassion and patience," says Chau,
"It's still a work in progress," he says of himself.
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Wickett (left) got off on the wrong foot by pushing back on the challenge to "deconstruct" a dish and reinterpret it to show individual cooking style.
What head judge Tom Colicchio said in his blog:
"For Laurine and others to say 'that's not what I do' makes no sense to me. The point is to stretch yourself as a chef. You may not be a chef who does this often, but this doesn't mean you can't give the matter some thought, apply your knowledge of your craft, and come up with a thousand different ways to rework something so that the flavors are there along with the imagination."For the Eliminaton Challenge, Wickett's dish was a deconstructed fish and chips, malt sabyon, tartar sauce and tomato confit with ginger and garlic.
Colicchio said she was in the bottom three for " ... technical reasons: it was so poorly executed."
San Franciscans eliminated in past episodes are Preeti Mistry, executive chef for Bon Appetit Management Co. at Google headquarters in Mountain View, and Mattin Noblia, chef/owner of Iluna Basque in North Beach.
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Richard Nakamura, Ph.D.Former NIMH Deputy Director and Scientific Director, Dr. Richard Nakamura, recently revealed how his family successfully coped with discrimination compounded by bipolar disorder during trying times for Japanese Americans. In a video interview marking National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, the current director of NIH's Center for Scientific Review stressed the critical roles of mutual support and treatment.
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December 23, 2002
Release # 03-059
WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Lovee Doll & Toy Co., Inc., of New York, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 160,000 talking, electronic dolls. Buttons on the dolls' outfit could detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Lovee Doll & Toy Co., Inc. has not received any reports of incidents involving these dolls. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury.
This recall includes the "Talking Learn n' Play" dolls with buttons. The dolls describe the functions of zippers, buttons, snaps and shoelaces. The dolls are about 13- inches tall and are dressed in pink jumpers with pink and white plaid shirts. The purple packaging reads, "Talking Learn n' Play." The dolls were made in China. Toy and discount department stores sold the dolls nationwide from June 2002 through December 2002 for between $10 and $15.
Consumers should take these dolls away from children immediately and return the dolls to the store where it was purchased for a refund. For more information, consumers can contact Lovee Doll & Toy Co., Inc. at (212) 242-1545 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is charged with protecting the public from unreasonable risks of injury or death associated with the use of thousands of types of consumer products under the agency's jurisdiction. Deaths, injuries, and property damage from consumer product incidents cost the nation more than $1 trillion annually. CPSC is committed to protecting consumers and families from products that pose a fire, electrical, chemical or mechanical hazard. CPSC's work to help ensure the safety of consumer products - such as toys, cribs, power tools, cigarette lighters and household chemicals -– contributed to a decline in the rate of deaths and injuries associated with consumer products over the past 40 years.
Federal law bars any person from selling products subject to a publicly-announced voluntary recall by a manufacturer or a mandatory recall ordered by the Commission.
To report a dangerous product or a product-related injury go online to www.SaferProducts.gov or call CPSC's Hotline at 800-638-2772 or teletypewriter at 301-595-7054 for the hearing impaired. Consumers can obtain news release and recall information at www.cpsc.gov, on Twitter @USCPSC or by subscribing to CPSC's free e-mail newsletters.
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Break the language barrier by expanding the current chat experience (Chat, WebChat, GridChat, botframework or any other chat based dialogue) with real-time translation. Define the default language of the Agent and the customer and let Azure services do the translation. Languages can be switched during the dialogue just by switching to a new language.


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If they made a version with the right LTE frequencies for North American GSM carriers like t-mobile and AT&T this would be the perfect mid range phone.
Hey ZUK!
Make a 5" phone and keep a large battery (at least 3500 mAh).
I'd be all over it
Well. Dont get too excited. Only 3gb ram. Typo from gsm admin. Confirmed in the Official Chinese Website.
Anonymous, 14 Mar 20164GB RAM on a 32 bit SOC. Smart move.Wasn't the earlier Zuk Z1 with 3 GB ram?
There are many better options available from Redmi note 3, mi4, one plus x, meizu pro 5, one plus one etc. A little wait, and there will also be mi 5.


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The Bra Whisperer of Brooklyn
As sales at retail stores like Victoria's Secret fall, one small lingerie shop in Boreum Hill benefits from its custom touch.
As sales at retail stores like Victoria's Secret fall, one small lingerie shop in Boreum Hill benefits from its custom touch.
The Brooklyn Shoe Space allows shoemakers to teach and create
Meet a teenager who's fallen in love with her "magical" cello
After Mayor de Blasio's public health emergency declaration, health care workers deal with worried residents
A measles outbreak has largely been concentrated in the Orthodox Jewish community in Brooklyn. They are split about how to proceed.
Fines threatened for unvaccinated Williamsburgers
Saheed Vassell's supporters protest the New York Attorney General's decision not to charge officers in his shooting
A new comic book features the new congresswoman from the Bronx and Queens
Anthony Myrie was the second inmate to die at Greene Correctional Facility in three months
That's a wrap at the federal courthouse in Brooklyn
Author Hala Alyan talks writing and resilience in the Trump era
"No Brooklyn! No Brooklyn!" shouted a man walking away from the L track in the 8thAvenue subway station Tuesday afternoon. A flurry of rushing commuters on their way to pursue alternate routes passed him and a few pivoted when they heard him. The MTA partially suspended L train service Tuesday afternoon due to a fuel […]
Some federal workers were still rushing from work to food pantries, days after the deadlock ended
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"We want names! We want names!" the small crowd chanted Wednesday evening at the intersection of Montgomery Street and Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. They were gathered at the spot where, four weeks earlier, a bipolar man from the neighborhood, Saheed Vassell, was shot and killed by four New York City police officers. People of all […]


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Myringotomy / Pressure Equalization Tubes
A myringotomy is a surgical procedure which is a hole that is deliberately placed in the ear drum to allow the fluid trapped behind the middle ear to discharge, and to allow air to reenter the middle ear. Myringotomies are frequently used to treat glue ear and recurring ear infections that do not respond to antibiotics.
Frequently, at the same time a myringotomy is performed, small tubes called pressure equalization or "PE" tubes are placed in the hole created by the myringotomy to keep that hole open. In Commonwealth countries, PE tubes are sometimes referred to as "grommets." In younger children, this procedure must be done under general anesthesia due to the need to keep the child extremely still, but as children get older, the procedure can actually be done in the office by a skilled Otologist.
Myringotomy with PE tube placement stops infections completely in over 90% of children with recurrent infection that do not respond to other less invasive treatments. Surgery is recommended for fluid present for over 2-3 months, a high number of recurrent infections, a complication from an infection and other more specialized reasons.
PE tubes are meant to be temporary and will fall out over time. If the pattern of middle ear fluid and infections begin again, the tubes may have to be replaced. If it appears permanent tubes are required, tubes made out of titanium may be used in place of the standard PE tubes.
If surgery indications are present and surgery is not performed, the patient may suffer from irreparable and permanent conductive hearing loss.
It can be difficult to break the cycle of chronic ear infections without a comprehensive medical examination and specialty care from an Otologist, who is an otolaryngologist (ENT) who has undergone two additional years of training and specializes in hearing only. With appropriate medical treatment and therapy, children with chronic ear infections can fully function in a hearing world.
Click here to make an appointment with the California Ear Institute to consult with one of our board certified Otologists regarding your child's ear-related condition.


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Hiring A Montreal Lawyer
There are a number of reasons, if you reside in Montreal, that you would want to hire a Montreal lawyer. Lawyers are well versed in the laws of the land, and in particular in the area of the world in which you live.
Sometimes people feel that they don't need an attorney, but in fact they would be well advised to at least seek advice, if they find themselves in a legal situation, no matter how minor. Sometimes a small matter can escalate in to a larger legal issue.
One of the areas where expert legal advice and in which you would definitely need to hire a Montreal lawyer would be in the area of employment law and labour situations.
A law firm called OLS, is a boutique firm of attorneys who, over the past 75 years have developed an approach that fits a client's individual needs. All of the lawyers of the firm are experts in the field, and they make a special effort to familiarize themselves in detail with each client's specific situation.
Employment law can be extremely complex and burdensome, yet it is there for the specific purpose of protecting the employee and the employer as well. From the standpoint of the employers, it is important to foresee legal issues before they come up, and catch the employer unaware of circumstances.
Such things as properly constructed employment contracts, procedures for hiring and dismissal of employees, setting down clear language that sets the stage for open communications between employees and employers, are of major concern. These issues must be reduced to written form and communicated to all employees on a regular basis.
Employees can be expected to act in accordance with set business practices, but the understanding of how this is to be done must be a part of the hiring process where the employee agrees to the terms placed before him or her.
Employees, however can be harmed by employers, many of whom have no well laid out communication for employees, leaving ambiguity and discontent in the minds of workers. There are times when employees are injured on the job, and inadequate provisions are in place to take care of their situations in a timely and proper manner.
Consequently, there can be legal issues on either side, whether is be with the employer, or the employee who needs legal assistance in these matters. At OLS, we have a Montreal lawyer available for any situation that might arise.
Many issues can be settled by an arbitration process, which can forego the necessity of spending time in court, and many instances can be settled in a more convenient and pleasant manner. Many cases are simply a matter of minor misunderstanding which once both sides understand the facts, a resolution can be made.
There are instances when situations can only be settled in a court of law, and if that is the case, our experienced attorneys will be ready and able to utilize the vast experience of the past 754 years, and the expertise of our expert attorneys will be brought to bear in court.
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Apple Has China to Thank for Its Blockbuster Earnings
As Apple revels in its blockbuster earnings, it should send a thanks to China.
Apple's revenue for Greater China, which includes mainland China, Hong Kong and Taiwan, grew by 70% in the most recent quarter from a year earlier, more than triple the growth rate in the Americas and Europe.
That's largely due to consumers in mainland China clamoring for the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus, said Nicole Peng, China research director of market research firm Canalys. According to Canalys, Apple outsold all other smartphone makers in China by units shipped in the fourth quarter for the first time in history – no small feat in a country where local vendors like Xiaomi Corp. sell comparable devices for less than half the cost.


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City of AvondaleHome Menu
Raising a Reader; Early Literacy Workshops
- Date: 08/07/2019 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
- Location: Care1st Resource Center
328 W. Western Ave.
Avondale, Arizona 85323
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Parents, gradians and their children, from birth to five years old, are invited to join us for "Raising a Reader", a special 7-week literacy program at the Care1st Avondale Resource Center. Learn how to build early literacy skills in young children that will help them enter school ready to learn! These workshops are designed to engage parents and caregivers in a routine of book sharing with their young children to foster healthy brain , healthy relationships, a love of reading, and the literacy skills critical for school success. The program will begin Wednesday, August 7, 2019 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.
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The Tyre ply rating is the special marker which lends valuable inputs about the strength as well as the ability of the tyre to bear loads. It actually denotes the makeup of the tyre. It also gives you an idea of the layers of rubber and steel in the tread part as well as the border or wall of the tyre. It could be the same or different.
Tyre construction and ply rating
The tyres are constructed by combining the layers of rubber reinforced with strands of nylon, polyester, any other textile material or even steel. These thin sheets of rubber piled up for making the tyres are called the ply.
The toughness and stiffness of the tyre are directly proportional to the number of plies that make up the tyre. But the ply of the sidewall could be slightly lower to infuse a degree of flexibility.
Ply rating interpretation
Interpretation of the ply rating would be complex as long as you do not understand the way in which it is denoted.
For example, the rating 8 ply is supposed to denote tyres that are made of 8 plies of reinforced rubber. 8 plies in the tread as well as the side wall.
However, if the ply rating is mentioned as 4 plus 2 plies, it has to be inferred that the layers of rubber are 2 on the borders or the walls and 4 on the treads.
What sort of ply rating is good?
As far as the Tyre ply rating is concerned, you can consider the high ply rating to be synonymous with greater load bearing strength. The greater the number of plies, stronger and tougher are the tyres.
At the same time, you must also be aware that 6 or 8 ply rating in modern, technology-driven manufacturing processes need not necessarily denote the number of plies of rubber.
They may also denote the construction of the tyre. It may be an indicator of the fact that the tyre has the strength to handle the same load as that of a 6 ply or 8 plies tyred vehicle.
Ply rating graph
The load range associated with the corresponding rating of ply is depicted in the graph as follows
You will note that the Tyre ply ratings of the ascending letters can carry heavy loads. They will be strong and can also withstand high inflation pressures.
Load range and ply rating compared
The tyres feature alphanumeric symbols. Load range B indicates that the car can carry loads at a maximum inflation pressure of 32 psi.
The C, D, and E range are meant for lightweight trucks. This means it is comparatively stronger than the load range B tyres. It goes to show that the desired load-bearing capacity is achieved by making changes in the strength of the casing.
Load range designations
The modern manufacturers of tyres designate the load range symbols on the side walls. The designations in the sidewall include,
- Passenger cars– The fall under the standard load category and do does not carry any branding on the side walls.
- Light load– It is depicted by the sign LL on the side wall. It can carry the maximum load designated for the type at 35 PSI.
- Extra Load – It is indicated on the sidewalls as XL and is believed to have a load pressure of 41 PSI.
- Light truck tyres– They contain the sign LT followed by an alphabet in the ascending order where the alphabet B refers to 4 ply rating at 35 PSI and 6 Tyre ply rating at 50 PSI.
- Trailer service tyres- They are indicated by the sign ST and is almost the same as the light trucks with respect to the alphabetical rating system. Nevertheless, the tyre size and the high air pressure may be considered as suitable for bearing loads that are rated as heavy.
Load index and overhauling- the significance
When you are overhauling the vehicle and want to change either the size or the type of tyre, the load index will be a useful index.
You should ensure that you only replace a tyre with either an equal or greater load index than the one installed in your vehicle at present.
It is also important to ensure that the rated load capacity of the tyre is sufficient to bear the gross axle weight of the vehicle.
Fuel efficiency, better control over acceleration, braking as well as better driving experience can be achieved by choosing the right ply or load bearing index.
Is ply rating relevant even now?
No, Tyre ply rating actually refers to the strength of the tyre based on the number of thin layers used to make it. It was relevant in those days as piles of cotton or even nylon were used in the construction.
But with technological advancements and the use of steel ply materials, ply no longer stands for the number of layers in the making of tyres. Therefore, the ply number has lost its significance.


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ALLEN, TX – It was a special day for the Allen Americans yesterday as Jack Gulati was introduced as the new owner of the team. It was a standing room only crowd that stopped by to attend the event. Gulati will be a breath of fresh air for Allen and has already made decisions that are welcome. In case you missed it, here is the press conference in it's entirety:
– Big Red was not part of the sale of the team. The team will continue to use the bus through the end of the season but that will be the end of the line for Big Red in Allen. All that was said about next season is a transportation solution will have to be found. That does not necessarily mean the purchase of a new bus. The team could buy a bus, lease a bus and fly more. All Jack said is he will be working on a transportation solution.
– The concern about providing all necessary equipment for the players was clearly covered by Jack. He sees that as a top of the list item. That issue was so important to Jack he went to the Americans practice just prior to the press conference and personally told the players skates, sticks, tape etc. were a top priority and were being ordered. The picture below shows Jack addressing the team. The photo was prior to Gulati telling the team that their skates were on the way because as soon as he said that there were smiles and stick taps all around.
– Jack also addressed the possibility of local businessmen becoming minority owners of the team. Gulati has bought and sold over 40 businesses and is not an advocate of minority ownership. He does not foresee that happening in Allen.
– It was very clear watching Gulati before, during and after the press conference he will be very engaging. Talk about working a room, he was a master. And you could tell he was enjoying every minute. He mentioned he plans on being in Allen about once a month and will time his visits around homestands. You will see him in the concourse talking to everyone. He plans to be in Allen for the next home games on March 17 & 18.
– It will be a long day for the team as they will take Big Red to Tulsa (230 miles), play the Oilers (7:05 pm puck drop) and then drive back to Allen.
– Allen plays Tulsa 14 times this season and the game tonight will be number 10. In the first nine games, Allen is 6-3 against the Oilers. The last time the teams met was February 4 at the BOK Center. Tulsa won 8-5 and the game wasn't that close. The Oilers were leading 7-2 at the end of the second period. It was the game that Derek Mathers and Reid Halabi fought twice. There won't be any rematch tonight as Halabi is serving a four-game suspension.
– It seems like feast or famine when it comes to the roster lately. It will be more like famine tonight. Greger Hanson has been loaned to an AHL team. David Makowski will not play because of an injury. Look for Dyson Stevenson to take some shifts at defense since the team is down to five healthy defensemen. Riley Gill is expected to make the start in goal.
– Here is a match up between Allen and Tulsa:
|Team Record
|34-17-3-2 (73 points)
|25-26-5-0 (55 points)
|Division Ranking
|2nd – Mountain
|4th – Central
|Conference Ranking
|3rd – Western
|9th – Western
|League Ranking
|Last Game
|3-2 Loss (Rapid City)
|5-0 Win (Wichita)
|Goals For/Against
|Power Play
|21.8% (53/243)
|10.5% (23/219)
|Penalty Kill
|83.8% (43/256)
|80.3% (46/233)
|Leading Scorer
|Costello (28-72-100)
Hanson (30-35-56)
|Brewer (11-20-31)
Clark (15-12-27)
|PIM Leader
|Mathers (217)
|Halabi (167)
– Here is how Allen and Tulsa rank in the ECHL in some statistical categories:
Penalty Minutes Per Game: Allen 1st (20.23) – Tulsa 7th (17.20)
Goals Scored Per Game: Allen 2nd (3.91) – Tulsa 21st (2.88)
Goals Allowed Per Game: Allen 7th (2.96 ) – Tulsa 11th (3.11)
Shots For Per Game: Allen 14th (31.96) – Tulsa 3rd (34.39)
Shots Against Per Game: Allen 22nd (34.45) – Tulsa 12th (30.79)
Power Play Percentage: Allen 5th (21.8%) – Tulsa 27th (10.5%)
Penalty Kill Percentage: Allen 11th (83.8%) – Tulsa 22nd (80.3%)
– The stats above that jump out at you are on special teams where Tulsa is the worst in the league on the power play and one of the worst on the penalty kill. Allen has used special teams to their advantage against Tulsa. The 8-5 loss to Tulsa on February 4 was an exception as the Oilers were 3-8 on the power play while Allen was 0-6. In the six previous games, Allen was 11-21 (52.4%) while Tulsa was 3-21 (14.3%). If Allen is to win tonight they need to take advantage of their excellent power play.
– Allen has lost their last two games while Tulsa won their last game but if you look at the last 10 games Allen's record is 7-2-1-0 compared to Tulsa's record of 2-7-1-0.
– Officials scheduled for the game are referee Andrew Wilk (#24) and linesmen Lucas Bisbee (#72) and Erik Contino (#89).
DID YOU KNOW: Riley Gill is the most famous Reading Royals alumni having won the Kelly Cup in Reading in 2013 when he was named the playoff MVP. Did you know there are six players on the current Allen roster that played for Jack Gulati in Reading. Here is the list:
Riley Gill – 2012-14
Aaron Gens – 2013-14
Josh Brittain – 2013-14
Derek Mathers – 2014-16
Zach Hall – 2016-17
Miles Liberati – 2016-17
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The family of a Kenyan doctor who allegedly committed suicide in Cuba is yet to receive a postmortem report.
"The [postmortem] report has not been shared with the family, we are still in the dark. We are very frustrated, but we will soldier on. Our brother will be buried in Likoni," a relative who sought anonymity told Nation.
Dr Juma was undertaking postgraduate diploma course in family medicine in Cuba. His body will arrive in Mombasa on Friday from the Caribbean country for burial according to Islamic customs.
The Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU) has called for immediate termination of the training programme in Cuba.
Kenyan doctors have started a hashtag #bringbackourdoctors on twitter to compel the government to repatriate their colleagues.
KMPDU Deputy Secretary-General Chibanzi Mwachonda said Kenyan doctors studying in Cuba were frustrated.
"Our colleague's body is leaving Havana today (Thursday) to arrive in Moi International Airport in Mombasa on Friday," Dr Mwachonda said.
But in her tweet, Health Cabinet Secretary Sicily Kariuki said she had dispatched a team to Cuba.
"Held a meeting with the Cuban Ambassador to Kenya, Ernesto Gomez Diaz on the circumstances pertaining to the death of Dr Hamisi Ali Juma in Cuba. I have dispatched a team from the ministry of health to facilitate ongoing investigations in Havana," Ms Kariuki said.
In a statement, KMPDU Secretary-General Ouma Oluga said that doctors had expressed their frustrations over non-payment of allowances.
Dr Oluga accused the Kenyan embassy of exhibiting high-handedness.
"It is ironical how Cuban doctors in Kenya receive royal treatment with chauffeured transport funded by taxpayers' money," Dr Oluga added.
The union, which says the programme has not benefited the health workers, has recommended that the sponsorship be provided in Kenyan universities.
Likoni MP Mishi Mboko, who is the doctor's sister, said Health CS had assured her that a postmortem would be conducted to ascertain cause of death.
Ms Mboko said two weeks ago, her brother had complained to her about his frustrations in Cuba.
"He said they were poorly paid. In fact, he had decided to come back home for good," Ms Mboko said.
The doctor was to embark on a journey back to meet his wife and eight-month-old baby in Kenya when news broke that he had allegedly committed suicide.
The doctor, who was in his mid-30s, was married to Dr Zeyana Rasul.
She was expecting to receive her husband only to receive the sad news about his demise.
Dr Mwachonda said the cost of living in Cuba is high compared to Kenya. He said that doctors' monthly allowances were slashed from Sh144,000 to Sh36,000.
"They are living at a central place which is very far from where train," he said.
The union alleges that Kenyans were warned against opting out of the programme.
"They were warned of dire consequences if they opted out, the consequences included disciplinary action and recovery of money paid for the programme," Dr Mwachonda added.
Kenya sent 50 doctors to Cuba as part of an exchange programme aimed at improving services provided locally.
In May 2018, Health Principal Secretary Peter Tum reiterated the government's commitment to making health care accessible to all.
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text: newtomarket UWM Launches New 'BLINK' Mortgage Portal APRIL 2017 n National Mortgage Professional Magazine n NationalMortgageProfessional.com 12 United Wholesale Mortgage (UWM) has announced the release of BLINK, a new alldigital loan portal that modernizes the way mortgage brokers work with consumers and strengthens their ability to compete against mega retail lenders in the market. BLINK-which stands for "Borrower Link"-is a consumerfacing Web application that enables borrowers to combine the simplicity and flexibility of mobile technology with applying for a home loan. "Technology and consumerdriven tools are building momentum within the mortgage industry," said Mat Ishbia, president and CEO of UWM. "With BLINK, new homebuyers or existing homeowners will be able to initiate the loan process from any mobile device, in the comfort of their home, on their own time. We're proud to make this great tool available to brokers throughout America, as we believe that brokers are best place for all borrowers to get a loan. It is a focus of ours to give brokers access to the best technology tools to compete with the mega retail lenders." BLINK is a multi-functional portal that allows consumers and brokers to take an applications no matter where they are. Borrowers are given the capability to start the loan application process, pull their credit, e-sign documents, verify assets, and track the status of their loans-from anywhere. This video demonstrates how easy BLINK makes the mortgage process from beginning to end, completely online. The technology caters to each consumers individual preferences. Borrowers can complete the mortgage process entirely on their own if they choose, or seek assistance from their mortgage broker at any time. Allowing the capability to co-browse screens with their clients in real-time to guide them through the process. Additionally, if a borrower wants to meet in person, they can still meet in person and complete the application online together. "UWM made it very easy for me to realize the value this tool can bring to my business," said Jason Davis of Oceans Mortgage. "Offering a smart mortgage application shows UWM's dedication to advancing technology within the mortgage industry." Credit Plus Integrates With Ellie Mae's Encompass Consumer Connect and Adds Public Record Gap Report to FraudPlus Credit Plus has announced its credit reports are available through Ellie Mae's point-of-sale solution, Encompass Consumer Connect, an extension of their Encompass all-in-one mortgage management solution. The integration allows Encompass Consumer Connect users to verify and share their credit reports with lenders. Encompass Consumer Connect enables lenders to provide a state-of-the-art, completely branded and unique self-service online loan origination experience to homebuyers. "We're excited to be at the forefront of this initiative and one of the first Ellie Mae partners included in this consumerfriendly interface," said Greg Holmes, national director of sales and marketing at Credit Plus. "Encompass Consumer Connect will make the mortgage process easier to navigate for borrowers." Credit Plus has also announced that it has added a Public Record Gap Report to its FraudPlus product line. The company is the first in the industry to offer this necessary information and began testing the report on April 1. As part of the National Consumer Assistance Plan that becomes effective July 1, 2017, Equifax, TransUnion and Experian are expected to reduce the amount of tax lien and civil judgment information they report on consumer credit files. They will only report tax lien and civil debt information on consumers when four areas of personally identifiable information (pii) is present including name, Social Security Number, birthdate and address. A preliminary analysis conducted by Experian shows approximately 96 percent of civil judgment public record data will no longer be included on credit reports; and almost 50 percent of tax lien information will not meet the pii criteria. FICO has found that roughly 12 million Americans' credit scores will increase based upon this change. "Lenders can rest assured that they can still obtain this critical information from Credit Plus and fill in the gap created from information that will soon be missing from credit reports," said Holmes, national director of Sales and Marketing at Credit Plus. "At Credit Plus, we are all about helping mortgage professionals make more informed lending decisions and this new tool is another way to accomplish that." CoesterVMS.com Releases Direct UCDP Integration CoesterVMS.com (CVMS) has released a direct integration with the UCDP. CVMS worked hand in hand with the GSEs to ensure the integration meets their technical requirements. The connection allows CVMS to send calls directly to the UCDP, as opposed to a thirdparty provider, offering faster summary submission report (SSR) delivery and more robust functionality for CVMS clients and appraiser partners. "This is a great step towards our goal of transitioning CoesterVMS.com from solely an appraisal management company to a comprehensive technology provider," said Jacob Guertin, VP of Business Development at CVMS. "The direct integration enables us to offer features and increase efficiency in ways others simply can't." In addition to the summary submission report workflows, CVMS interfaces also include access to UCDP Appraisal Sharing tools. These functions allow correspondents to share, or "designate," appraisals with their aggregators, streamlining a previously manual process. 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