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Gest, a close pal of the Thriller hitmaker, is set to unveil Michael Jackson: The Life Of An Icon, at a special screening in London next month (Nov11).
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Gest and several of the film's stars will stage a question-and-answer session ahead of the premiere in London's West End, before taking to the red carpet with competition winners from around the world.
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Tito Jackson says, "This is going to be like a '60s, '70s and '80s soulfest with so many legends gathered in one place in honour of my brother. Michael loved soul music and grew up on it and my mother, sister and I are really excited to hear and see all these great performers in one room. It is going to bring back a lot of wonderful memories!"
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IIRC Linux was originally an amalgamation of Linus and Unix (and wasn't even named by Linus).
If Linux is now considered a recursive acronym, then that's a later adaptation (a little bit like how Personal Home Pages was changed to PHP Home Pages)
Sorry, yes you're right.
Thankfully that's still a recursive acronym so my example wasn't a poor one - inspite of my explanation being wrong....
I got an 18/20. I missed Doom and Ingres.
Not a scientific test, but it does show if your are familiar with the territory. I have written several papers and presentations in school related to Software Patents and Free Software. They are important topics for this age.
I like to use the example of what might have happened had Microsoft gotten its way with Internet Explorer and ActiveX. We came very close to having a proprietary, closed Internet in the United States. A similar battle is being waged over multimedia formats on the Net. Many people don't care, as long as they have their Shiny.
I'll take Open over Cool any day. Given freedom, people will create the Cool. Given the Cool without the freedom, they eventually both go away.
[Dang, this soapbox is pretty tall, I'm afraid I might fall when I step off.]
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That's what I've always heard too.
Although, when you put it like that you have to wonder why it wasn't called "Lunix"... :-)
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"Linux is not Unix" doesn't make sense anyway as Linux is a kernel (much like Mach and Hurd) where as Unix is an OS. Thus the comparison doesn't work.
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I am pretty sure that "Linux is Linux is not UNIX) is pretty much nonsense. IIRC Linus wanted to something like 'Freix', but the FTP master renamed it to Linux to honor his name.
[q]Also 18/20, and missed Doom vs Ingress.
Yes, that question was complete nonsense. Linux isn't an acronym at all, so I picked that despite knowing what Yacc stood for.
I got 17/20.
I thought Apache was copyleft (since it was incompatible with GPLv2). CPL was the correct answer.
I just guessed that Microsoft was the one with the GPL violations; I had never heard of violations by any of the other ones. (It was Skype.)
Also, I guessed that Yacc was a recursive acronym without thinking about it (Yet Another Compiler Compiler...). Obviously, that was wrong, but I'm pretty sure that Linux is not a recursive acronym either. I think that the acronym they give was made up later in order to give an explanation for the name.
13/20... that's an F (or an E) around here.
Missed how much profit the GPL allows you to make (here the test was wrong), the first commercial Linux, the open-vs-free licenses (here the test was wrong), the Affero license question, the GPL violation question, the recursive acronym question (yet another stupid answer on my part), and the proprietary-to-copyleft question (I was certain that the correct answer had been copylefted in 2003).
I have 19/20, therefore quiz is wrong.
It is widely known that SuSE was first commercial distro, not Yggdrasil. Yggdrasil is known for being first Live CD distro ever.
That was only wrong answer I had. In fact not wrong, quiz is wrong. I know everything. I should get the prize.
Uhhh, yggdrasil wasn't a live cd in the sense that we use it today. Or, you know, at all. And, in fact, yggdrasil is widely cited as the first commercial distro. Can you provide citation to prove suse was first?
SuSE might have been a company sooner, but I don't believe they released a distro sooner.
I thought some of the questions were a little vague. Like the first commercial distro. I was wondering if they meant the first distro which had to be purchased to use? Or the first to offer discs you _could_ buy, but could also get for free? Or the first distro to offer commercial support? Depending on how you read it, I think it would fit almost any of the options.
The same with the GPL violations. I wasn't sure if they meant confirmed violations, or violations which had been confirmed in court.
But for the most part, I found the quiz kind of fun and well rounded.
I only scored a 10/20.
Good to know I'm not an opensource weenie
Also, they changed question 17 that I guess had Linux done as a recursive acronym to:
"17. Over the years, free software developers have often named their programs with recursive acronyms, where the first letter of the acronym stands for the acronym itself. Which of the following names is not a recursive acronym?"
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Since the not-guilty verdict for George Zimmerman in the shooting death of unarmed teen Trayvon Martin, a Florida boycott movement has started to rev up. I've read that you're hopeful that it doesn't gain momentum. Here's the thing. I've been looking at a few interesting sets of numbers, and they point to the fact that the boycott started a long time ago and it's bigger than you think. I'm not talking about Florida oranges and tourism. I'm talking about something more systemic. And, right now, you're the one revving up this boycott the most.
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The second set of numbers I looked at was the list of states with Stand Your Ground Laws on the books. I wanted to see what company you keep with this kind of legislation, state-ranking-wise. Are these the kinds of laws that go on the books of the go-getter states that seem to be dedicated to attracting boatloads of industry and business -- a popular law of the reigning Top Ten?
The quick answer? No.
Here are the median household income ranks of states with Stand Your Ground Laws: #46 (Alabama), #30 (Arizona), #33 (Georgia), #40 (Idaho), #31 (Indiana), #26 (Kansas), #47 (Kentucky), #44 (Louisiana), #34 (Michigan. I was surprised they outranked Florida in median household incomes), #38 (Montana), #27 (Nevada), #39 (North Carolina), #41 (Oklahoma), #29 (Oregon), #42 (South Carolina), #28 (South Dakota), #45 (Tennessee), #25 (Texas), #49 (West Virginia), and #50 (Mississippi). There's only one state that's in the top ten, New Hampshire, #6, and only three in the teens #14 (Utah), #18 (Illinois), and #12 (Washington state).
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I'm not saying that innovative leaders and businesses have watched the legislation of Stand Your Ground Laws and made corporate headquarter decisions based on that information. I'm not even really saying that states with a pro-gun-toting culture, supported by government, might not be as conducive to, I don't know, enticing a hive of young new tech hires to start up a new business. Before the verdict, it might have been -- loosely and vaguely -- part of a larger branding problem.
But the law in Florida has led to a huge problem for corporations and institutions who want to entice that hive of young new hires -- because of the Trayvon Martin case, which exposed the deep, cutting racism inherent in the current Florida laws and judicial system.
Your steadfast support of the Stand Your Ground Law is, right now, one of the most damning things for the state -- damaging that image of Florida as leaders in business that you hope to create. In fact, your stance sends a message to people throughout the country that you seem to uphold and celebrate the racism inherent in the tragedy and the trial. You've said that you don't want people to make the Trayvon Martin death political. Too late. You stated in a Fox News interview about the group you commissioned to look into the Stand Your Ground law that "their recommendation is we not make any changes [to the law], that it's working the way it was intended."
Let's state that one more time. "...it's working the way it was intended."
Maybe you heard about what happened to Paula Dean's corporate sponsorship? (Racism is unpopular across the board and in the boardroom.)
Here's the thing. I think you underestimate how much people -- of all colors, including white people -- dislike living in a racist place. And many Florida-based companies and institutions are dedicated to hiring a diverse workforce. This puts them all at a real disadvantage in hiring and retention. (I can just hear the conversation on a hiring committee. "What happened
to our top pick?" "Yeah, um, he took the job in Minneapolis because he's
raising two sons and, well, obviously...")
But, wait. There was one more set of numbers I wanted to throw into the mix while we're thinking about the economic company that a state can choose to keep.
I decided to look at the kind of legislation that the states that ranked high seem to be passing, and I came to Same-Sex Marriage.
And, my, my, what a flip.
Instead of Mississippi weighing in dead last in the Stand Your Ground Law category, the Same Sex Marriage category includes #1 ranked Maryland. In fact, of the twelve states (plus Washington DC) that have legalized same-sex marriage laws, about half are ranked in the top ten. Here's how it breaks down: #5 (Massachusetts), tied at #4 (Connecticutt and Washington DC), #19 (Vermont), #6 (New Hampshire), #16 (New York), #10 (California), #17 (Rhode Island), #9 (Delaware), #11 (Minnesota), #24 (Iowa), and #1 (Maryland). The outlier was #32 (Maine).
The median household income ranking for states that have legalized same-sex marriage when averaged together is a sweet ranking of 12.15. If this were a college basketball team, they'd be making their way to the Sweet Sixteen. (And what was the Stand Your Ground Law's averaged median household income state ranking again? Oh, right. 33.24.)
Again, if I were a big corporation, I would want to hire the best and the brightest -- regardless of sexual orientation -- and I'd be more likely to attract a broader range if I didn't choose to situate my corporate headquarters in a state that didn't actually acknowledge all of the marriages of my employees. (Again, I hear the boardroom conversation. "What happened to our top pick?" "Ah, well, she decided to take the job in Massachusetts because, well, she thought it was important for her children to be in a family where the parents' marriage is, you know, recognized.")
And, once again, it's not just the minority who doesn't like bigotry. There are a lot of straight people out here who actually like to live in states where all marriages -- including those of brothers and sisters and children and friends and coworkers -- are equal to their own.
Florida needs to pull in the best and brightest from 100% of the options. The boycott that has already started is one that's made day in and day out by individuals and corporations and business with lots of opportunities who don't want to land in a state that can't attract the workforce they want and need to be competitive.
Look, if you're pro-business, you need to stop being a barrier to corporations who want the best talent. You need to work to build a state that's so welcoming that it lures the best and the brightest -- and those with the highest incomes -- to it.
Of course I wish I could appeal to you as a leader with a great heart, one who sees that his state is suffering and causing anguish throughout the nation, a leader able to say to those who are raising children and who sharply remember the Civil Rights Movement and who are simply heartbroken over a tragic loss and a system failure, that we can change, we can make progress, there is hope.
But, frankly, I don't care what your motivation is -- whether you want to help ease the bashing of the image of Florida nationwide or try to hold onto some corporate ties or to model some legislation after states that are hugely more successful. I just hope you work to change the law.
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Stamelman, who will be based in New York, was former veep at Dreamtime Entertainment in Milan, and VP of comedy programming at Showtime Networks in L.A.
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Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) surrounds the spine and brain, acting mainly as a protective cushion. A tear in one of the membranes containing the CSF allows the fluid to leak out.
CSF can leak from the nose, ears, or from a head or spinal wound. As the fluid drains, its cushioning power decreases, and the brain begins to rest directly on the skull. The result is headaches that worsen upon sitting or standing.
Causes of Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) leaks include:
Spontaneous CSF leaks are associated with developmental defects of the skull bones that cause the membranes (meninges) to protrude. An opening in the membranes makes the nervous system more susceptible to infection.
When left untreated, 25 to 50 percent of CSF leaks lead to meningitis.
The preferred surgical treatment at UPMC for Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) leaks of the skull base is the Endoscopic Endonasal Approach (EEA). This innovative, minimally invasive technique uses the nose and nasal cavities as natural corridors to access hard-to-reach areas or previously inoperable tumors.
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Your doctor may ask you about any symptoms that you are experiencing.
Those experiencing cerebrospinal fluid leaks may have a clear, watery substance drain from one ear or side of the nose, particularly when they move or tilt their head. This may be accompanied by changes in hearing or vision.
A characteristic symptom is also orthostatic headache, which is a headache that worsens when you are upright and improves when you lie down.
If you have drainage, your doctor may collect a sample for testing. If it contains beta-2-transferrin — a protein specific to CSF — he or she can make a positive diagnosis.
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If leakage persists, other treatment options may need to be considered. You may need an epidural blood patch injection at the site of the leak to block it.
Some cases require surgery, including repair to spontaneous leaks and most traumatic leaks involving skull base defects, which require repair of the bone and the meningeal tear.
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Author. Speaker. Entrepreneur. Financial Advisor. Jodi Okun is one of the "Top 30 Social Influencers in Personal Finance & Wealth," according to Huffington Post.
As the founder of College Financial Aid Advisors, she has helped thousands of families successfully navigate the financial aid process and open educational possibilities for their children, regardless of cost. In addition to CFFA, Jodi's background includes former financial aid consultant at Occidental and Pitzer College.
Every Thursday at 5pm PST, Jodi hosts #CollegeCash, a Twitter chat devoted to connecting college-bound families with higher education professionals. With more than 10 million impressions per week, #CollegeCash is a top resource for parents and students. In fact, @JodiOkun has been cited as a top 4 Twitter account on student financial aid.
She is the Brand Ambassador for Discover Student Loans.
Jodi is often quoted in the press and speaks frequently at conferences and events. She is the author of the upcoming book Secrets of a Financial Aid Pro.
Jodi is a member of the National Association of Student Financial Aid Advisors, California Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators, Western Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators, and Western Association of College Admission Counseling.
Jodi has a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Redlands.
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Before a rig team begins drilling, they survey different areas to determine the presence of an oil deposit under the ground, which involves sonar scans and taking ground samples to test for specific chemical signatures. Once the team finds a valid site, it constructs the drilling rig to penetrate the ground and create a direct access line to the oil, known as a well. The rig includes a drill mechanisms that has a suction pump component. This pump removes mud and other debris the drill creates as it passes through the ground, allowing the drill to continue moving forward.
After the rig reaches the oil and constructs the appropriate piping to secure the well, it places a second pump mechanism into the hole. This pump has a motor that pushes a polishing rod up and down to create a vacuum in the well, causing the oil to move upwards. If the oil is too thick, the team may form a second hole to feed steam or acid into the well, which thins the oil and allows for its removal.Learn more about Industries


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In recognition of Rare Disease Day, the Association for Comprehensive Care in Rare Diseases (ACCORD) has released a second white paper highlighting the needs of primary care clinicians who see patients with rare diseases. This report, along with a previous ACCORD white paper, confirms that primary care clinicians often provide routine care for patients with rare diseases, yet often must do so with limited validated information and resources at their disposal.
For the 30 million Americans living with a rare disease, the need for medical care does not end with their rare disease. All of these patients share a need for individualized, comprehensive primary care. Routine medical needs, including vaccinations, the interpretation of clinical lab results, and the refilling of prescriptions prescribed by a specialist all remain critical. Despite the fact that 1 in 10 Americans has a rare disease, only 50% of clinicians feel confident in their ability to manage the routine medical needs for these patients, according to surveys conducted by ACCORD and reported in these two white papers.
The surveys indicate a dearth of formal training and resources available to primary care clinicians in need of such specialized information. In the most recent ACCORD survey of 672 health care providers, nearly two-thirds reported a desire to know more about using appropriate tools and resources to manage primary care needs in patients with rare diseases.
An overwhelming absence of standardized protocols may account for the gap in confidence. The initial survey conducted by ACCORD found that fewer than 30% of 536 respondents have established protocols for managing primary care issues for their patients with rare diseases.
In addition, the surveys found that primary care clinicians may be forced to fall back on Internet searches for information on how to manage medical issues for these patients. More than half of respondents also cited a lack of critical patient and caregiver resources to educate on rare diseases.
"Primary care clinicians do so much day-to-day management of patients with rare diseases, but unfortunately they may often need to do so without a proper set of tools and resources," commented Dr Kevin B. Gebke of Indiana University School of Medicine. "I completely agree. In our community we see the same thing," said Dr James Sloan Manning of the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill.
To help address this need, ACCORD will host a continuing medical education (CME) event for primary care clinicians on June 9-10, 2016 in Las Vegas. The first conference of its kind, RD1°: Optimizing Primary Care for Patients with Rare Diseases will provide education, tools, and resources that will help clinicians to:
- Understand why primary care is critical to the overall management of rare diseases
- Identify clinical clues that expedite diagnosis of rare diseases in different clinical settings
- Develop successful referral networks
- Locate resources for clinical practice
- Utilize tools and resources to manage the whole patient
- Optimize care for special populations (eg, pediatric and female patients)
"We see this meeting as an opportunity for the rare disease treatment community to come together, to discuss how we can better equip clinicians to meet the challenge of providing primary care for patients with rare diseases," said Dr Robert Saul, who is the RD1° program chair and the Medical Director of General Pediatrics in the Greenville Health System, South Carolina. "In the spirit of Rare Disease Day, we hope that clinicians in the trenches will commit today to attending what promises to be a very rewarding meeting for all involved."
Registration is now open on the website, http://www.ACCORDCME.org, for clinicians interested in attending the conference. Continuing medical education credits will be available to health care providers through the University of Cincinnati, Health and Wellness Education Partners, and the Global Academy for Medical Education.
ACCORD white papers and surveys can be accessed by visiting http://www.ACCORDweb.org/Resources.
About ACCORD
The Association for Comprehensive Care in Rare Diseases—or ACCORD—is a new ally in the rare disease community that focuses specifically on improving the quality of primary care for people living with rare diseases, by championing clinical and administrative best practices for managing these conditions, facilitating dialogue between primary care and specialty care providers, and equipping providers with tools and resources to address patients' unmet needs.
ACCORD is committed to enhancing primary care for patients with rare diseases.
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ROH Live – Tosca
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Certificate: 12A
Length: 180 min
Director: Jonathan Kent
Cast: Joseph Calleja, Gerald Finley, Adrianne Pieczonka
Language: Sung in Italian with English subtitles
The painter Mario Cavaradossi helps a fugitive escape – and so attracts the attention of Scarpia, the sadistic Chief of Police. Scarpia captures Cavaradossi and has him tortured within earshot of his lover, the singer Tosca.
Scarpia sentences Cavaradossi to death – but promises Tosca that her lover can be saved if she gives herself to Scarpia. Tosca consents but as soon as the order has been given kills Scarpia. Scarpia's menace continues even in death: betrayed by a double-cross, Cavaradossi dies and Tosca leaps to her death.
From its strident opening chords, Tosca conjures up a world of political instability and menace. The Chief of Police, Scarpia – one of the most malevolent villains in opera – ruthlessly pursues and tortures enemies of the state. His dark, demonic music contrasts with the expansive melodies of the idealistic lovers, Tosca and Cavaradossi, who express their passion in sublime arias, including 'Vissi d'arte' and 'E lucevan le stelle'. Giacomo Puccini's dramatic work was a hit with audiences on its 1900 premiere and it remains one of the most performed of all operas – and with its gripping plot and glorious music, it's easy to see why.
A candle-lit church, Scarpia's gloomy study with its hidden torture chamber and the false optimism of a Roman dawn: Jonathan Kent's handsome production throws into relief the ruthlessly taut drama, as the tension is wound up towards its fateful conclusion. Puccini's meticulously researched score is infused with the same authentic detail, from distant cannon fire during the Act I Te Deum to tolling church bells and the sounds of a firing squad.
Approximate running time 3 hours, including two intervals. Cast and running time subject to change.
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Thursday, June 26, 2014
Pol's Life: Time is flying!
Pol's Life: Time is flying!: I can't believe it's already June 26th! At the beginning of the year, my retirement time in February of 2015 seemed ages away. But ...
Time is flying!
I can't believe it's already June 26th!
At the beginning of the year, my retirement time in February of 2015 seemed ages away. But now, as we pass the half-way mark, and I've only got seven months or so to go, I find I'm getting more and more butterflies about the whole thing.
I know it'll be wonderful when it finally gets here, but the fact that I won't be working any longer (knock wood) is scary. I don't fear that I'll get bored, I'm sure I'll find plenty to occupy my time. But with retirement, there will be another major change: our move to Colorado! If you've been reading my blog throughout the years you know that we've been planning this pretty much since we got back from Canada where we were married. And now that it's less than a year away, the excitement and fear of such a big change is exhilarating and obviously scary.
I hope you'll stick around and join Steve and I as we begin a brand new chapter. It should be interesting. . .
Sunday, June 22, 2014
Thursday, June 19, 2014
Holy crap!
Squish-Squash made it to #10 on the top 100 gay & lesbian horror Kindle list!
Thank you to everyone who has met the confused, sad swamp creature with the heartbreaking past!
Been much better
Things have been much better within the turmoil that was my mind the past few months.
I'm sure those who have only read my last five or six posts are thinking, "What a nut job!"
I'm here to assure you that I am quite sane, just going down the various paths of a struggling indie author. Those paths, for the most part, are straight and unobstructed, but every once in a while there is an obstacle blocking they way, and I have to work around it.
For now, I can see clearly down that path, and the future appears pretty bright.
Thanks to all of you!
Monday, June 16, 2014
Great series!
Steve and I were late comers to the Game of Thrones craze, we did a marathon of the first three seasons, and then watched season four with the rest of the world.
It wasn't for any other reason then we just hadn't had time to watch them.
But once we started, there was no stopping! It's such a great series, and last night's finale didn't dissapoint!
But now we have to wait for season five! Oh, I'm not a patient person!
Wednesday, June 11, 2014
Nice surprise
It's was a nice suprise to see the the Kindle version of Squish-Squash is number 56 on the top 100 gay and lesbian horror!
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The Cabot TrailThe Cabot Trail loops around the northern tip of Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, 185 miles or 298 km long. The trail passes through many charming communities, each with breathtaking scenery and unforgettable hospitality. The Cape Breton Highlands National Park lies along the Cabot Trail, providing world class hiking. Whilst on the trail take the time to go whale watching, visit the museums and galleries and sample some of the finest sea food dinning in the world.
Cape Breton Highlands National ParkOpen year-round, Cape Breton Highlands National Park is a striking mix of natural wonders and cultural treasures. The Cape Breton Highlands, with steep cliffs and ocean views at virtually every turn, is widely considered the most striking feature of the park. When it comes to delivery outdoor adventures, Cape Breton Highlands National Park doesn't pass up on the opportunity to further impress its visitors. From championship golf courses to hiking and cycling trails to geocaching adventures, how you choose to spend your day in Cape Breton Highlands National Park is up to you.
Sightseeing along the Cabot TrailSome of the most spectacular views in Atlantic Canada
One-third of the celebrated Cabot Trail runs through the national park and for picturesque views, it is one of the most visited regions in Canada. Cabot Trail sightseeing is one of the most popular activities offered by the national park. Numerous look-offs provide ample opportunities to admire the striking beauty of the landscape. A park pass is required to tour this section of the Cabot Trail.
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Cyprus tries to sort out its finances: Cyprus's parliament has delayed a vote on a solution to sort out its money problems. The 10bn-euro ($13bn) payout agreed by the EU and IMF demands that all bank customers pay a one-off tax and this has led to large cash withdrawals.
After the furious public reaction to this bailout deal, the fight now turns to parliament. MPs will debate the new tax before it is voted upon later on today (Monday). And it's by no means certain to pass, with some coalition members set to rebel.
The President argued in a televised address last night that the deal was the only way to avoid bankruptcy. But in an attempt to soften the blow, he is now trying to reduce the levy on those with smaller deposits.
If the bill is rejected by MPs, today's bank holiday might be extended so as to avoid a run on the banks. And all the while, those in debt-stricken countries outside Cyprus are watching to see if this levy will set a precedent and whether they should fear for their savings too.
Horsemeat scandal widens: The Romanian government says it is investigating claims that horsemeat found in food products in several European countries came from Romania.
It is a convoluted supply chain involving Dutch and Cypriot agents, two French processing companies and Romanian abattoirs. But where in that complex network did horse become beef?
The investigation is focused on the paperwork, the export documents which should certify what kind of frozen meat is being transported. In Romania two of the 35 European approved abattoirs were involved: one that deals only in horses has now been cleared – the other, some 450km from Bucharest, slaughters both cattle and horses and remains part of the inquiry.
In France, where six supermarket chains have withdrawn products, the Prime Minister has called an emergency meeting.
The Romanian President is also deeply concerned. "I hope the false labelling of meat does not come from this country," he said. "False labelling for financial profit would harm Romania's credibility for years to come – with serious implications, he added, for our export market."
Austerity for Chinese New Year: China has banned TV and radio adverts which encourage extravagant gift-giving ahead of Chinese New Year, which begins this weekend. Expensive watches, gold coins and alcohol are among the items that are affected, according to the state media.
During Chinese New Year it's common to give gifts to bosses and officials as a way of gaining favour. But now the authorities have announced a ban on advertisements that have been encouraging people to give luxury items.
In a statement, the authorities said these radio and TV ads were spreading "incorrect values" and creating a "bad social ethos". According to reports, the ban relates to promotions which suggest products are "must-have items for superiors".
It's the latest move by China's leader, Xi Jinping, to try and cut down on government extravagance and corruption. At many official occasions, banquets have been banned or scaled back, red carpets are out, and the floral arrangements are no longer there. China's new generation of leaders are keen to display a more frugal administration in the face of growing public anger over official corruption.
Senior officials have repeatedly warned that corruption poses the greatest threat to the rule of the Communist party.
Building a better future: Industries must radically cut the amount of materials they use, to combat resource shortages and climate change for a planet of nine billion people, according to a report for the Royal Society.
This discussion paper says the antidote to fears about resources is what's known as material efficiency; that's making the things we want, but with less material.
The researchers say we could use half as much cement in buildings, for instance, if we designed and built them with more time and care. We don't do it now because labour's dear and materials are cheap. We could drastically reduce steel in cars, if governments deterred the trend towards bigger, more powerful vehicles.
The researchers say material efficiency is vital for tackling climate change, too. For the UK, for instance, to generate enough clean energy so materials are produced in current quantities, would need the equivalent of a four-fold increase in nuclear power or a 40-fold increase in wind power. That's barely feasible, they say, so resource efficiency is the only way ahead.
The researchers say the trick will be to make sure that good design allows people to continue getting the things they want but simply made from less. For the transition to happen fully they urge governments to shift taxation away from people and on to resources. This would be controversial but the researchers predict it will create jobs for people to manufacture goods in a more intelligent way.
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dress and socks: Forever 21
shoes: Sole Society
I hope everyone had a fantastic Christmas, if you celebrate. Opening presents by the fire, sipping on hot chocolate and eating way to many cookies, sounds perfect doesn't it? It totally was! The best part was seeing Quinn reach for a new present every other minute saying "open dis one? ok!" The cutest thing I've ever seen/heard. I adore that little minnie so much. Can't wait to share a few xmas picks tomorrow. xo


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Preview: Sabres at Hurricanes
The Carolina Panthers are in the midst of one of their best stretches of the season, but they suffered a huge loss upon learning Monday that goaltender Cam Ward will be sidelined for six to eight weeks with a sprained knee ligament. Ward was injured midway through the Hurricanes' 3-2 victory over the Florida Panthers on Sunday, the third consecutive victory for Southeast Division-leading Carolina. Dan Ellis takes over as the No. 1 netminder when the Hurricanes host the Buffalo Sabres on Tuesday.


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Okay, enough about the weather and deer hunting. Lets change gears and consider that Christmas is fast approaching just 19 more shopping days remain and many minds are whirring as they try to figure out what to buy and give that special outdoors person on their list.
Unless the giftee has thrown out obvious hints (i. e. Id love a new Hummer in Realtree camouflage HD finish.) the gifter is pretty much left to their own devices when perusing the outdoor departments or sporting goods stores. The true challenge is to avoid giving something the giftee already has, or doesnt truly need or will use that often. And with todays economy, the gifter needs to assure they get the most bang for their buck (I just had to sneak something in relating to deer hunting).
I guess we can all relate to receiving gifts that never saw the light of an outdoor day. Usually they were given by a non-outdoors person who had little or no knowledge about the lifestyles of avid outdoors people. Often, the gift idea came from a strategically worded and promoted ad seeking to unload a few warehouses full of whatever the stagnant product was. But to the inexperienced non-outdoors person, they seemed perfect for Uncle Joe, the avid sportsman. One of the all-time classics was a turkey hunting/attractor cover scent marketed by Tink Nathan, inventor of the Tinks 69 buck lure. It seemed like the perfect gift for the turkey hunter, right? Well, keep in mind that turkeys have almost a zero ability to smell. They identify everything by sight. As I recall, that product vanished rather quickly from the advertising roles, but still, many bottles were sold, probably purchased by well-meaning non-outdoors people as a gift to Uncle Joe, the turkey hunter.


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Wood Valley
If you are looking for a friendly neighborhood, a neighborhood which lives like one huge family then there's no better place to live in all of Raleigh than Wood Valley. All the homes in Wood Valley sit on more than an acre of land and are custom designed. The best part about Wood Valley is its location. Located just off the outer loop (Northwest Raleigh), close to airport, restaurants, pubs, shopping centers like Crabtree Valley Mall and schools, Wood Valley is a great place to live if you have school going kids at home.
Leesville Road is just a few minutes and most of the kids from Wood Valley attend either Leesville High School or Leesville Middle School or Jeffreys Grove Elementary school. The residents of Wood Valley have formed a HOA and they operate several clubs like the Racquet Club, Swim Club including others.
The clubhouse in Wood Valley was built in 2001 and since then has been a center of attraction not just for the kids but the entire family. There is also a facility for you to rent the clubhouse space for a private function. There are 4 tennis courts and a huge swimming pool in Wood Valley and this has ensured that the Wood Valley Swim and Racquet Club is a big hit amongst all the residents. The maintenance work is taken care of by the HOA and tennis court's surfaces are regularly checked and changed.
Wood Valley is always abuzz with one activity or the other. Be it Wood Valley Swim and Racquet Club's events or other sponsored events like Back to School Youth parties or Young Talent Show or Battle of the Bands or Friday Night Family nights or any other such event. Wood Valley is a really fun place to stay in if you are looking forward to living in a friendly neighborhood.
Contact Information:
HOA: Wood Valley 919-676-9388
Rentals: Bev Roberts 919-306-5665
Sales: Michael McLaughlin 919-741-1441


text: March 23rd in London- JavaScript beyond the basics Posted on 1/12/2015 @ 7:16 AM in #Community by Sahil Malik | Feedback | 1607 views I will be conducting a full day workshop in London on "JavaScript beyond the basics". The idea is, you've been hacking JavaScript for a while now, but, do you really know how to write it well? This workshop is not about how to write JavaScript, but how to write GOOD JavaScript. I won't talk of any frameworks here, but on Wednesday March 25th, I have another full day workshop on Angular JS. Here is more information and full outline of this workshop, my other talks, and conference information http://devweek.com.


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Roly Poly Sandwiches franchisee pioneers self-order kiosks
Self-order kiosks have improved sales for the Roly Poly Sandwiches restaurant in Birmingham, Alabama. Photo courtesy of Juke Slot.
Matt Macke didn't expect to be pioneering new technology when he purchased a Roly Poly Sandwiches franchise in Birmingham, Alabama several years ago. But when a customer unexpectedly suggested he offer self-order kiosks, he was intrigued. He saw it as a way to offer something new and exciting. This was before major restaurant chains were announcing plans to introduce self-order kiosks.
|One kiosk is at the restaurant's takeout area.
As a result of that fortuitous encounter, Macke's fast casual restaurant is one of a small but growing number that enables customers to order and pay using tabletop kiosks. The restaurant has self-order tabletop kiosks at all of its eight tables and at the to-go area near the pickup counter.
Sales have increased 10 to 15 percent since the kiosks – which have a touchscreen, a printer, a payment card reader and Ethernet ports – were installed a year and a half ago. Macke doesn't know if the kiosks were solely responsible for the improved sales, but he knows that customers are being served faster and the staff is working more efficiently.
Prior to installing the kiosks, it wasn't unusual for 10 people to be waiting in line during peak hours. Now there is no line. And there is only one manned order station where there used to be two.
A beneficiary of circumstance
In retrospect, Macke was the beneficiary of circumstance.
The customer who suggested he offer kiosks was an employee of a kiosk manufacturer, Juke Slot, that didn't offer restaurant kiosks at the time. When Juke Slot officials saw how receptive Macke was to the idea, they decided to expand into the restaurant sector and asked Macke to help them develop their first restaurant kiosk.
"I was all on board," Macke said. He characterizes himself as a "tech guy" who likes to tinker with technology. He saw the kiosk as a way to enable customers to get their orders faster.
"That way, we can bring the person from the register to the back and help in the kitchen," Macke said. "The faster for the customer, the faster for us."
|The kiosks are available on all the restaurant's tables.
Terry Brasseale, a Juke Slot executive board member and investor, took the lead in working with Macke on developing the company's first restaurant kiosk. Brasseale asked Macke what functionality he needed in a kiosk. Macke said he needed a kiosk that would enable customers to order and pay at their table.
Since Macke served as the beta deployment for Juke Slot's first restaurant kiosk, the manufacturer provided him the hardware and software at no charge.
Macke tested a kiosk for six months before bringing in eight additional kiosks.
Sales improved
Sales per check have increased 3 to 5 percent. Macke attributes this to the kiosk automatically suggesting additional purchases, something that wasn't usually happening when customers placed their orders with an employee.
The kiosks offer both individual and combination orders. There is also an option for paying with cash.
The kiosk also suggests tips. It suggests an 8 percent gratuity, although the customer can tip whatever amount they want. Most customers choose to tip, Macke said. He divides the tips with all the employees.
He also has the ability to change the kiosk's graphics and text whenever he sees fit.
"The biggest benefit is the speed," Macke said.
Juke Slot charges Macke $300 a month for credit card processing in addition to 0.25 cents per transaction.
Employees and customers on board
Macke's employees initially welcomed the kiosk because of the novelty factor. However, they became alarmed when certain media outlets began reporting that some of the large restaurant chains were going to replace employees with kiosks. Macke assured his employees this was not the case.
"When I explained to them what I was using it for – to increase speed of service – they got back into liking it," Macke said.
He has added one employee since introducing the kiosks on account of higher sales.
"We get things done faster and they (the employees) can go home earlier," he said.
Customers, who are mostly between the ages of 30 and 40, were first confused by the kiosks. Macke instructed the employees to assist customers in how to use them.
"They've gotten a whole lot more accustomed to it now," Macke said. "It was a learning process for everybody."
About 20 percent of the customers now use the kiosks. While this is less than what other restaurants have reported, Macke attributed it to his non-millennial customer base.
Kiosks designed for small establishments
Jegil Dugger, sales and operations manager at Juke Slot, said restaurants typically lease the hardware and pay a subscription cost that also includes the credit card processing. A restaurant with 30 to 40 devices will pay less than $1,000 month for both the software and hardware.
Macke said if he had to pay for the hardware and software, he thinks it would still be worth it, given the improved speed and productivity.
He said Roly Poly Sandwiches corporate group is considering offering kiosks to other franchisees.
Macke has learned that it pays to listen to his customers. He's also learned that kiosk manufacturers are not ignoring the smaller restaurants as technology brings new customer conveniences to the foodservice industry.
Photos courtesy of Juke Slot.
Topics: Customer Service / Experience, POS, Systems / Technology
Companies: Juke Slot
Elliot Maras Elliot Maras is the editor of KioskMarketplace.com and FoodTruckOperator.com.
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Little Monsters, will you come meet me in the Electric Chapel?
Did you know that Lady Gaga's Born This Way, "the album of the decade," turns two today? Of course you did, because Little Monsters know everything. (Except any concrete information about ARTPOP, of course.)
To celebrate Mother Monster's most recent masterpiece, we're hosting a Twitter listening party today at 4 p.m. EST. Live-tweet along with us as we revisit the hits ("Born This Way," "The Edge of Glory," and "Yoü and I") and the not-so-hits ("Marry the Night," the charts hardly knew ye!). Here are the details in easy-to-read list form:
What: We're live-tweeting Born This Way on the album's second anniversary!
When: Today (May 23) at 4 p.m. ET/1 p.m. PT!
Hashtag: #CBThisWay
Below, you will find a stream, should you not have a copy of the album handy. (SHAME ON YOU!)
P.S. We will not be listening to the last five tracks (the remixes) during the listening party, but I can't stop you from continuing the party…


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Life with little kids can be so much fun. One of my favorite parts is making traditions with my little ones and holidays are a perfect time for that. Today I am showing you 25 Halloween Crafts for Kids and Treats and Activities and other fun ideas for this time of year!
25 Halloween Crafts for Kids:
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But what about the rest of his party? Take this tale from Amol Rajan at the Independent:
"In November I sat next to one of the failed candidates for Labour's leadership at dinner. He was so utterly hateful of Ken and dismissive of his chances that I presumed he was exceptional in the party. But in fact senior Labour figures have been briefing against Ken for weeks. If they want control of London again, that should stop."
That is of course, assuming that they do want to win back control of London. And so far I'm far from convinced.
Ken and his team have been in opposition now for four years and are beginning to show that they want and know how to get back into power.
Nationally however, the party seem locked in a permanent state of opposition. Opposition that is, to themselves.
Hardly an hour goes by online without some new squabble, defection, or flame war between one or other of the barely distinguishable, but for some reason bitterly opposed, wings of the party.
And so pleased are they with this game of battleships that they have forgotten that there is a major and very much winnable election taking place right under their noses.
Their strategy is to play down the importance of the Mayoral elections so that if (and many of them assume when) Ken loses, they won't be tarnished too much by association.
This is the strategy of the loser.
Asked by LBC this week whether a Ken Livingstone win mattered to Ed Miliband, former minister Tessa Jowell replied that he was far more concerned with the general election in a few years time.
Jowell and her colleagues appear to have bought into the conventional wisdom that Boris is a dead cert to win.
He isn't. His achievements have been minimal and he is nowhere near as popular amongst Londoners as he is amongst lobby journalists in Westminster.
Luckily for Labour, Boris also appears to have bought into the conventional wisdom about himself and has spent the past six months obsessing about national rather than London issues.
And whilst Boris's head is stuck in the Thames Estuary sand, there is a real opportunity for Labour to move in and occupy the city he's deserted.
As the polls this week have shown, it is more than possible for Labour to do this. The only question is, do they really want it?


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When it comes to churning out high-volume classes of college football talent, local high school programs such as Euless Trinity and Southlake Carroll, as well as both the Arlington and Mansfield school districts, come to mind.
Big Class 5A schools with enrollments of 2,100-plus have long been a recruiting treasure trove.
Fort Worth All Saints, a private school with approximately 300 students in its upper school, is crashing the party.
The Saints boast at least seven Division I prospects on the roster with players verbally committed to schools such as Baylor, TCU and Texas.
"A Division I guy is a Division I guy whether he is at All Saints, Aledo or Crowley," coach Aaron Beck said.
Demetrius Knox, a 6-foot-5, 300-pound offensive lineman, is the highest-rated prospect on the team. The junior is a national prospect who has received scholarship offers from Alabama, Baylor, Ohio State, TCU, Texas and others.
Seniors Charlie Reid, a 6-4, 225-pound tight end, and Xavier Phillips, a 6-2, 220-pound defensive end, committed to TCU and Baylor, respectively. Junior fullback Daniel Gresham is the latest Saint to commit after giving his verbal pledge to Texas earlier this month.
Then there's 6-5, 210-pound junior quarterback Foster Sawyer, who played the past two seasons at Grace Prep before transferring to Aledo in the spring. Now he's replacing TJ Millweard, who left for UCLA, at All Saints.
Though Sawyer does not currently hold a scholarship offer, he showed up on the recruiting radar with an impressive performance at the Elite 11 Regional at Cowboys Stadium in March.
As with any Texas private school with an abundance of athletic talent, the Saints have been red-flagged by skeptics for recruiting players to their campus.
"Some people try and say All Saints recruits and blah, blah, but random people can't be recruited by All Saints," Gresham said. "I'm not trying to brag but most of us have like 85 [grade-point averages] and up to 90 GPA's. Xavier Phillips has like a 95 GPA and was inducted into all of these prestigious academic societies."
Beck pointed out that several of their players, such as Reid, have been at the school since kindergarten and that Gresham was thought to be more of a basketball and baseball player when he arrived.
"We don't have to [recruit]. Families are finding us. It's just a different niche in the marketplace."
All Saints is set up for the long haul, too, with a feeder system to rival any program in the area, starting with third-graders all the way up to middle school.
The four combined youth and middle school teams are coached by former Texas offensive tackle and nine-year NFL veteran Blake Brockermeyer, who also serves as the off-season strength and conditioning coach for the upper school.
Brockermeyer's four sons all attend All Saints. Jack, the oldest, is a 6-4, 230-pound freshman; Luke is a seventh-grader and twins Tommy and James are in fourth grade.
"We show them the right formations, show them the right place to line up, the different routes that we run and all of the fundamentals," Brockermeyer said. "All of these powerhouse football teams in the state, from what I can tell, have feeder systems, and I at least thought it would be a good experiment and see how it goes. This year's 10th-graders are the first group to go through some of it."
Jarret Johnson, 817-390-7760
Twitter: @JohnsonJarret


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GIMME SOME CANDY! Omaha, Nebraska's brilliant Candy Project (I LOVE YOU BECAUSE & [title of show]) earned two Omaha Entertainment & Arts Award nominations for their production of ROOMS: A ROCK ROMANCE. The amazing Candy kids earned a Best Musical nomination and Best Musical Direction nod to Zack Peterson, for their take on the Paul… Read more »
Monthly Archives: October 2011
Rose Theatre's HOW I BECAME A PIRATE Earns Rave from Omaha World Herald!
The Omaha Theatre Company at the Rose Theatre, one of the nation's top Theatre for Young Audiences organizations, has just opened Janet Yates Vogt and Mark Friedman's sparkling adaptation of the beloved book How I Became a Pirate written by Melinda Long and illustrated by David Shannon. Directed by Rob Urbanati, the show garnered stellar… Read more »
DCTheatrescene's Hot On NEVERMORE!
DCTheatrescene.com reviews TRW's NEVERMORE in their latest edition. Composer Matt Conner directs his own macabre musical. In a mostly glowing review, Susan Galbraith praises the composer: "Conner's ear as a composer suits the gothic genre of early 19th century literature. He certainly gets the eerie and macabra tone of Poe's writings. He conjures up a… Read more »
Cinderella Finds Prince Freddy at Lake City High School!
(Courtesy of the LAKE CITY HIGH SCHOOL) October 1, 2011—Troupe de Wolfe Productions is proud to announce the cast of the upcoming production of a new musical take of the traditional tale of "Cinderella." The tale has a bookish and nearsighted heroine who finds and captures the heart of a studious prince. Full of wit,… Read more »
The Boston Conservatory Theater Ensemble's "CURTAINS" Oct. 20–23
The Boston Conservatory Theater Ensemble presents CURTAINS, Oct. 20-23, 2011, at The Boston Conservatory Theater, 31 Hemenway St., in Boston's Fenway neighborhood. Performances are Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday at 2 p.m. The Boston Conservatory trains exceptional young performing artists for careers that enrich and transform the human experience. Known… Read more »
Playbill.com:The Addams Family Gets Major Makeover for National Tour
Playbill.com today (Oct 5, 2011) ran a fascinating article detailing the make-over process that THE ADDAMS FAMILY has undergone for the First National Tour of the Broadway tuner. Check out the article at: http://www.playbill.com/news/article/155204-EXCLUSIVE-Singing-New-Tunes-The-Addams-Family-Gets-Major-Makeover-for-National-Tour
TRW's PerusalsNOW™ Celebrates Two Years of Digital Leadership
Theatrical Rights Worldwide has always been a pioneer of innovative ideas for theatrical licensing that embrace the digital age. Two years ago, our launch of the industry's first all-digital perusal service, PerusalsNOW™, gave our customers another TRW Advantage. Any of our 40+ titles can be downloaded and perused INSTANTLY…right from your computer. Instead of paying… Read more »


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The House met at half-past two of the clock: The CHAIRMAN OF COMMITTEES on the Woolsack.
Baroness Cox asked Her Majesty's Government:
The Minister of State, Foreign and Commonwealth Office (Baroness Chalker of Wallasey): My Lords, our policy, and that of our European Union partners, is one of "critical dialogue" with the SLORC. It is important that it understands that the resumption of normal relations depends on progress in key areas, including human rights and political and economic reform.
Baroness Cox: My Lords, I thank my noble friend for her reply. Is she aware that I recently visited the Karen people, who are trapped in the jungle, and received first hand evidence of the atrocities perpetrated against them and other ethnic minorities such as the Mon by the SLORC regime, including torture, murder, forced labour and forced relocation? Is she therefore aware that the Karen people, who fought alongside British forces, are especially disappointed by indications that Britain may have allowed commercial interests to weaken the pressure on the SLORC regime to desist from these gross violations of human rights?
Baroness Chalker of Wallasey: My Lords, I am aware that my noble friend recently made a visit to Burma. We are extremely concerned about all Burma's ethnic groups, particularly the internally displaced and refugees. It is vitally important that humanitarian and human rights agencies are given access to the worst affected areas like the Irrawaddy delta and other Karen and Mon areas. Unless that happens there will be no hope of stopping some of the atrocities of which my noble friend spoke. We recognise the support given by the Karen to us during the Second World War. We continue to encourage the SLORC to meet the Karen and other ethnic groups to discuss the possibility of lasting peace. As to trade, we cannot prevent the private sector being involved. There is an embargo on arms sales, and quite rightly so. But there is no wider trade embargo. Most of the activity is that which is sought by British industry. There is no reason to restrict it when other nations are in no way restricting their trade. Perhaps through contact we can improve the way SLORC treats its own people.
The Earl of Listowel: My Lords, as the last Secretary of State for Burma, may I supplement what the noble Baroness, Lady Cox, said by asking the Minister
Baroness Chalker of Wallasey: My Lords, I well understand the anxiety of all Members of your Lordships' House about Aung San Suu Kyi. Her detention for so long without charge is totally indefensible. I would say to the noble Earl, Lord Listowel, that the detention is in flagrant contradiction of all principles of justice. We have repeatedly called for her early and unconditional release. We issue statements to that effect. There is one sign of slight movement. SLORC has recently held meetings with Aung San Suu Kyi. We are encouraging it to continue those meetings because we hope they will lead to a serious and lasting dialogue and to her release; and the sooner the better.
Lord Ennals: My Lords, I congratulate the noble Baroness on her visit which has proved extremely useful. Does the Minister agree that there is a possibility at least of improving relations with SLORC because it shows a wish to do so? Will she answer two questions? First, what was the result of the meeting in New York between the German Foreign Minister, representing the European Union, and the Burmese ambassador? Secondly, is she in favour of giving international NGOs a role in Burma, particularly in helping supervise refugees returning to rather dangerous parts of the country?
Baroness Chalker of Wallasey: My Lords, indeed there is a sign of improvement in relations. I cannot give the noble Lord a readout on the discussions between the German Foreign Minister and the SLORC in New York, but I shall look into what he said. We have recently had a senior Foreign and Commonwealth Office official in Burma. Certainly, the dialogue shows some evidence of improvement, but we wait to see that really happen. As regards international non-governmental organisations, they are to be assisted in what they do because they give sound humanitarian aid. They may indeed be able to lighten the load for the returnees.
Lord Jenkins of Putney: My Lords, as regards Aung San Suu Kyi, is the noble Baroness in a position to give an absolute guarantee that her unconditional release will precede any upgrading of recognition of the military regime?
Baroness Chalker of Wallasey: My Lords, the noble Lord, Lord Jenkins of Putney, knows that I am not given to issuing absolute guarantees on anything because one cannot predict the future. But I say to him that I am pretty certain that he is right in this case.
Lord Weatherill: My Lords, is the Minister aware that forced labour is being used by the regime for the restoration of ancient sites in Burma for 1996? Can she assure the House that no British contribution will be
Baroness Chalker of Wallasey: My Lords, I am indeed aware of the reported use of forced labour and military porters. We have expressed our concern in the international fora. We have also warned companies that contracts involving forced labour will attract not only criticism but condemnation.
Lord Archer of Sandwell: My Lords, will the noble Baroness accept that she has the full support of these Benches in saying that the SLORC must win its way back among the normal community of nations by recognition of international human rights commitments? Is she aware that this very afternoon Anti-Slavery International is launching a book by Martin Smith documenting some of the infringements of human rights in Burma? Can she arrange that her officials read it before there is any resumption of trade relations?
Baroness Chalker of Wallasey: Yes, my Lords.
Lord Murray of Epping Forest: My Lords, will the noble Baroness ensure that in the critical dialogue with this regime there is raised a complaint at the failure or refusal of the regime to grant a visa to no less a person than the president of the Methodist Conference, the Reverend Dr. Leslie Griffiths, presumably on the basis of his known campaigning for human rights?
Baroness Chalker of Wallasey: My Lords, I note what the noble Lord says. It is not only a question of refusing visas but of refusing to have any discussion even with the people to whom visas are granted. That is something we must follow up.
Lord Young of Dartington: My Lords, in view of what the Karen people have done for us in the past will the Minister consider offering some visible support to those people who almost alone are standing out in that country against the SLORC?
Baroness Chalker of Wallasey: My Lords, we are already providing help to the Karen, the Mon, the Kachin and other ethnic minorities who have suffered, and we shall continue to do so.
Lord Merrivale asked Her Majesty's Government:
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State, Ministry of Defence (Lord Henley): My Lords, my right honourable friend the Chancellor of the Exchequer
Lord Merrivale: My Lords, I thank my noble friend the Minister for his reply. Is it not a fact that the Gibraltar financial services legislation has been amended; that the Chancellor informed the Chief Minister in May that there would be four United Kingdom and three Gibraltarian members of the commission and that Her Majesty's Government appointed the commissioner on 25th July? Therefore, why is it that the assurances given to the Chief Minister in February in London have not yet been implemented?
Lord Henley: My Lords, my right honourable friend the Chancellor applied two conditions. The first was the passage of the amended Financial Services Commission Ordinance and the second was that the commission and the commissioner were operating effectively in accordance with the provisions. The first condition has now been met but we still need to see evidence that the second condition is being fulfilled. I say to my noble friend that they have not yet appointed banking or insurance supervisors. We want to see all of them in place in the commission and be sure that they were operating effectively before my right honourable friend gives the go ahead.
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