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Protest, climate change and racism in NZ
"One person by themselves has the effect of one person, but five people working together can have the effect of 30 or 50." That, says political activist John Minto, is the power of a protest movement.
Minto was among former anti-apartheid campaigners on stage and in the audience for a symposium to mark the 50th anniversary of the formation of Halt All Racist Tours (HART).
HART's two-decade campaign against rugby and other sporting ties with apartheid-era South Africa "shook and changed our society, taking New Zealand into a new and different national and international consciousness", according to organisers of the symposium, co-hosted by Te Herenga Waka–Victoria University of Wellington's History programme and Stout Research Centre for New Zealand Studies in partnership with the National Library of New Zealand–Te Puna Mātauranga o Aotearoa.
The symposium brought together HART leaders Minto, Trevor Richards and Dave Wickham, along with supporters Rosslyn Noonan, who was New Zealand's Chief Human Rights Commissioner from 2001-11, former All Black Bob Burgess, writer Linda Burgess, ex-Green MP Sue Bradford, lawyer and criminal justice campaigner Moana Jackson and journalist Simon Wilson.
Providing their perspective on protest today and current human rights challenges were Green MP Golriz Ghahraman, writer and trade unionist Morgan Godfery and Tayyaba Khan, founder of the Khadija Leadership Network and New Zealand Peace Ambassador for the European Muslim League.
Richards quoted Irish poet Seamus Heaney's lines "History says, Don't hope/On this side of the grave,/But then, once in a lifetime/The longed-for tidal wave/Of justice can rise up/And hope and history rhyme", before telling fellow HART veterans: "Over the past 50 years in New Zealand, Heaney's longed-for tidal wave of justice has been doing quite a lot of rising up thanks to people such as yourselves. But as we look around the current political and social landscape, it is obvious there is much more rising up that needs to be done.
"Climate change, the growing gap between rich and poor, anti-Māori and anti-Muslim racism, both systemic and casual, child poverty and homelessness are all issues that need to be addressed. The job isn't finished. It will never be finished. As societies develop and change, the power that protest can exert will always be needed."
For Jackson, "If I take one lesson at all from the 50 years of HART, it is to remember the words of Martin Luther King. They are, I think, his most important words, certainly for me. They are not about his "I have a dream" speech, they are about something in a vein more basic but also more profound: when he said the history of protest and activism shows the arc of history always curves towards justice but it does not curve in and of itself, it requires people with courage and imagination to make the curve happen."
Richards said he has a friend who asks him from time to time, "'The Halt All Racist Tours movement—just remind me: how many tours did they actually halt?' I can proudly say we were very involved in halting two, 1973 and 1985. We failed to halt 1970, 1976 and 1981. But viewing success through such a narrow prism of 'how many tours did you halt?' escapes the whole point of what it was HART was actually responsible for in the end.
"I think we gave great encouragement, support, comfort, to the people whose call we were responding to, black South Africans. They asked us to do this. And they very much appreciated the fact it was done. No stronger comment I think could be made than that by [then South African President] Nelson Mandela to [then New Zealand Governor-General] Cath Tizard when he was here in 1995 for the Commonwealth heads of government meeting. He said to Cath, 'You know, when in my cell on Robben Island [where he was imprisoned before apartheid fell] I heard the Waikato game [with the Springboks during their 1981 tour] had been cancelled, it felt as if the sun was coming out."
Another HART achievement, said Richards, was that "we were there for New Zealand internationally when New Zealand needed someone, people like us, to be there for them. Because the image New Zealand was promoting in that 1975–84 period [under National Party Prime Minister Robert Muldoon] was one of a small, insular, inward-looking racist country at the end of the world. I even remember our ambassador to the United Nations in 1981 used our efforts in an attempt to deflect criticism from his government. Which I thought was taking diplomacy just a little bit too far."
Minto said that for school projects, students frequently write to him asking about the most important effect on New Zealand of the 1981 protests.
He tells them it was bringing arguments about colonialism, race relations and racism in New Zealand "right into the heart of Pākehā communities".
It was, said Minto, "a big challenge for Pākehā when people like [Māori activist] Hilda Harawira would get up at a meeting and say, 'How can you people be concerned about racism 6000 miles away and not be concerned about racism in this country?'"
HART, "in its own – too slow for some, too fast for others – way took that on".
Jackson's father, Everard, and uncle Tori Reed were All Blacks when the team was scheduled to tour South Africa in 1940. In 1939, they "received a letter from the Rugby Union asking them if they would make themselves unavailable for selection the following year to save the Rugby Union from embarrassment. Well, the Second World War arrived and saved them from embarrassment".
Racism remains a persistent issue in New Zealand, said Jackson.
In 1988, he was involved in a report into why there were so many Māori in prison. In 2008, he was part of a national forum to see what had changed in the 20 years since the report. "And nothing in fact had changed."
A research project was established to investigate further.
"We've been working on that report for nearly four years and it will be published early next year. In the course of the research, we spoke to more than 6000 Māori people - every one of them referenced racism within the criminal justice system at a systemic and individual level. We spoke to 600 Māori men and women who had served time in prison and all of them named racism within the criminal justice system."
That racism is evident in the statistics, said Jackson.
In the 1980s, he said, Māori men made up 52 percent of the male prison population and Māori women 6 percent of the female prison population. Now, Māori men still make up about 52 percent - but Māori women make up 66 percent.
"Which makes Māori women per capita the most imprisoned group of women in the world."
Alongside racism as an issue requiring ongoing protest, Jackson highlighted climate change – as did others.
Ghahraman spoke about UN Special Rapporteur on Extreme Poverty and Human Rights Philip Alston's reference in a recent report to 'climate apartheid' - "a different kind of apartheid".
Jackson and Godfery singled out the Ihumātao occupation in Auckland as an example of young people coming through with a different protest ethic.
"The occupation there is a lesson to everyone in how to do things," said Godfery. "It's not just how to be an activist, but how to be someone who cares for their community."
Ihumātao, he said, is "such a brilliant example of how an organic movement can work and very much an example of how a Māori movement works, of how - without wanting to issue a challenge - everyone in this room who is not Māori should conduct an activist movement".
Among activist groups promoting change within the criminal justice system, Jackson said, "it's been interesting for me that some of the young people involved in those organisations are grandchildren of those involved in HART. So there's a whakapapa, there's a tradition, that is now transmitting into other areas".
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What is the LEAGUE OF EIGHT EXTRAORDINARY EVENTS?
It's two weeks worth of eight unique events that take place in a number of interesting spots spread throughout Alaska, one of the most adventurous places I could think of. No one really knows what the events are or what they encompass. As a matter of fact, the majority of the league is shrouded in mystery. Where will we stay? How are we getting around? What the heck is going on? Only I know all the answers.
How can you join the league? Well, you can't just join the league. You have to know the right people (me) and you have to be super tight with those people (me). Also, those lucky participants are highly deserving and travel compatible. The League of Eight Extraordinary Events is something I imagined up for my friends and I to enjoy as we explore places we've never been, before I go solo into the unknown. I've always wanted to go to Alaska and now was the perfect opportunity.
Alaska, the Last Frontier, is by far the largest of the United States of America.
A large landmass, the size of almost a third of the continental mainland made up of rugged mountain ranges and island archipelagos. Alaska is known for its wilderness of natural beauty, scenic parks, and bears. Lots of brown bears, polar bears, grizzly bears, wolves, and moose the size of trucks. Some of these animals may make an appearance based on the events I know we will be doing. I know what to do in case of an unexpected encounter but to be killed so early on this worldly quest because of unpreparedness would be a shame. With that, I prepared a printout for the gang on how to handle a bear or moose encounter. After a bit of research, a moose charging at you with those gigantic behemoth sized antlers sounded a lot scarier. Odds are slim that we'll run into any of these animals in the wild, but you know…just in case!
While waiting in the Detroit Metro Airport, the group was still in disbelief as they tried to decipher any hidden meaning of the documents I gave them.
We didn't have a direct flight to Anchorage. Instead we had a long layover in Seattle where we were able to explore outside of the airport for a while.
We returned a few hours later to catch some sleep before the final flight. It was mighty uncomfortable but that's just how airports are.
Once we finally landed in Anchorage, the time was about 8:10 am. We freshened up in the restrooms and went to retrieve our luggage. One of the biggest fears of a frequent traveler is to not see your precious bag loop around the conveyor belt. It's only happened to me once and thankfully I've been fine ever since. We spotted our bags almost instantly as we approached the belts. Next, we headed straight to the rental car company where I had a ride waiting for us in reserve. We weren't staying in Anchorage nor in any hotels. I had a little something more "Alaskan" waiting for us.
I didn't reveal right out the gate that we were heading just outside of Denali National Park, which was approximately a five-hour drive. Instead, they were able to figure out on their own that it had be Denali National Park, based on the direction I was going. I can't keep everything a secret! Thankfully though, the linear drive was easy and full of awesome scenery; some of the most stunning scenery I've seen on a consistent basis on any given road trip.
The first of the eight extraordinary events won't begin until the next day, which meant we had plenty of time to stop at will, explore, and soak in our surroundings as much as we could. Alaska is definitely the most beautiful state I have been to thus far.
Just outside of Denali National Park is the town of Healy where our accommodation is located. I booked us Alaskan Spruce Cabins, secluded away from everywhere else nearby, and it was ours for the next couple of nights.
Events #1 and #2 take place the next day. The gang has no idea what's in store for them!


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Diversity and Inclusion Social Media Campaign
In Partnership with the Minority Opportunities and Interests Committee (MOIC) and Student-Athlete Advisory Committees (SAACs)
October 22-25, 2019 | #NCAAInclusion
Welcome to the campaign website for the 2019 Diversity and Inclusion Social Media Campaign! After the success of the inaugural campaign in 2018, the MOIC and national SAACs have decided to run an additional campaign this year. Similar to last year, this campaign is a platform for student-athletes, administrators, coaches and fans across the country to start the discussion, speak out on, and promote diversity and inclusion as key elements of student-athlete success. The goal of this annual campaign is to engage social media to create a dialogue on diversity and inclusion and to communicate the benefit of inclusive environments to the student-athlete experience.
Below, you will find information on how to make this campaign a success on your campus.
Campaign Days and Themes
Please Note: This year's themes differ from last year's themes. Please see below this year's daily themes. While you are certainly welcome to re-share materials created for last year's campaign, we highly encourage member institutions and conference offices to create new materials that reflect this year's themes.
Day 1 (Tuesday, Oct. 22): "This is Who We Are": exploring student-athletes' core values and multiple identities.
Day 2 (Wednesday, Oct. 23): "Broadening Our Horizons": creating connections across campus and highlighting diverse friendships, mentors, and role models.
Day 3 (Thursday, Oct. 24): "Better Together": showcasing the strengths and diversity of your campus or conference community.
Day 4 (Friday, Oct. 25): "Taking Action": outlining personal action steps for inclusive excellence.
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Planning for the Campaign
It is suggested that each student-athlete planning to partake in this campaign prepare for the most effective campaign before the October 22-25, 2019, campaign dates.
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Work with your institutions or conference offices to create a PSA that highlights your involvement in the 2019 campaign. Here are some ideas on how to get started!
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The Diversity and Inclusion Social Media Campaign is meant to be a week of awareness, education and engagement showing the importance of inclusive environments in college sports, but it does not have to end there! The following are some ideas that you can implement during the week's campaign or other times throughout the academic year to show your support.


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It is at this time of year that I find people expressing feelings of depression. The change in weather, light time, and rush towards Thanksgiving and Christmas celebrations may affect how a person feels.
There is a difference between burnout and stress, and between depression and sadness. For those of you in the business community you may find yourself in a pressure cooker situation. For some that is trying to stay afloat, it is also to be competitive and because of the time of year.
How is burnout defined? Grassroots Leadership College facilitators say, "Burnout produces a sense of helplessness and hopelessness." Burnout is a loss of ideals and hope. Stress is a loss of fuel and energy." Depression is a clinical diagnosis over time with a certain set of criteria. Sadness is usually episodic and can be triggered by external events.
How does one overcome this sense of burnout?
- Take control of your attitude and behaviours
- Set clear and realistic boundaries for yourself; learn to say "no"
- Have realistic goals. Unrealistic goals lead to failure.
- Express your feelings to your support team; don't keep them inside
- Find the passion again
- Look for humor in the workplace.
- Do something physical to reduce the effects of stress.
- Reward yourself after all you are the most important person in your life, pray/meditate, listen to or make music, draw/doodle, read something other than work reports, do puzzles, daydream, think outside your box.
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Today is a public holiday in our ever warm state of Queensland. It is May Day, or Labour Day. Last year it was moved to November, because of the political machinations of the previous anti-worker state government. New government and it has been moved back to its rightful place, but the Queen's Birthday holiday which was in June (despite her birthday being in April) has been moved to November. I gather it was Business who wanted the change as we have all our public holidays in the first half of the year and none in the second half.
Australia is facing a federal election in the next few weeks, so education and teachers are being used as a political football, as usual. If only the politicians would leave education alone. I am becoming so angry that I feel like becoming an activist, but I have no intention of ruining my own life! Everyone has an opinion about education, but as Professor John Hattie argues, everything works to a degree, even what politicians suggest, but it doesn't all work with the students or the teachers for the long term good.
Politicians don't listen to educators, they are just running with the media, and the parents they have panicked, or miseducated in the first place. Teachers want the best for their students, leave education to the experts not the politicians. I know, they won't listen – never have, never will.
The issue is, no one will want to be in education if everyone keeps picking on the teachers. Stop bullying teachers! Performance pay when you can't select the students you teach? As though students should have a dollar value over the heads! Teachers forced to teach a curriculum they know is too crowded and too shallow for real learning, that doesn't equip students for the world they will be living in, and yet we are to be punished if everything fails. No wonder the average career in education is five years (this is my 7th!).
I guess, I am asking that when we hear about testing and standards and performance pay, that we stop and think, and wonder what type of world we want for our children. I don't think it is this one, and we all need to let our politicians know this. If the "little people" don't speak up, then they will continue – it is up to us to state our needs and wants, and not let the politicians tell us what we want.
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A £5.9 million project to expand teaching facilities at Thorpe Hall Primary School in Walthamstow continues to make great progress.
The project is being delivered in three phases with work currently taking place on the third and final phase.
Phase One of the project comprised the construction of a brand new multi-purpose hall, along with a new kitchen for preparing school meals and the installation of storage facilities. Phase Two of the project included the construction of a new 12-classroom teaching block, along with a staffroom, a library, a number of group rooms and associated support spaces.
Work began on the school expansion project in June 2013 with Phase One of the project reaching completion in April and Phase Two completing in July.
Phase Three of the project is currently underway and is scheduled for completion in October 2014. Work on Phase Three includes the demolition of existing dilapidated accommodation, the removal of asbestos and the installation of some hard and soft associated landscaping.
Wates Construction Ltd is the main contractor on the project, whilst NPS London (John Drewery) and Wates Construction Ltd is providing architectural services via a two-stage tender process.
The project is being implemented by the London Borough of Waltham Forest and will see the new buildings replace what was previously a collection of poor modular accommodation. The new buildings have been constructed from traditional methods and include a steel frame, insulation, a coloured render finish and a sedum roof. During the works a new electrical substation was also installed.
The project has not been without its challenges as access to the site is restricted with the construction team only able to access the school from one entrance. In addition, the construction team has also had to work within close proximity to a railway line.
With work nearing completion on the project staff have been busy transferring resources to the new school building whilst pupils are enjoying the summer break ahead of the new term in September. Once work is complete on the project the new school building will achieve a BREEAM rating of 'Good'.
Speaking to Premier Construction about the works, Project Manager David Asquith, said:
"Works have progressed very well. The project is important as it will provide the school with the resources to meet the demand for primary places at what is a popular local school. In addition, the new facilities will provide the local community with additional pupil places, as well as a school hall that can be used by local community clubs and groups."
Located on Hale End Road in Walthamstow, Thorpe Hall Primary School provides education for children from nursery through to Year 6. Thorpe Hall Primary School is a busy and friendly school and has been providing education since 1935.
The school was once home to famous Tudor playwright George Gascoigne and his wife Elizabeth Breton and takes its name from the village in Yorkshire where Elizabeth came from. In 2010 the school celebrated its 75th anniversary with former pupils providing the school with old photos which were uploaded to its website.
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Only 46% of students that enter college end up graduating. Read the article HERE.
Is it time to reconsider AP Classes?
Update Sept 30, 2019 :
Rejecting AP Courses
Several well-known private schools in the D.C. area are scrapping Advanced Placement classes
AP courses losing favor among more high schools
Will Dropping AP Become a National Trend?
This article and the comments following discusses alternatives to offering AP classes in High School:
"The elite Urban School in San Francisco also chose not to offer AP courses, nor does Riverdale Country Day School in New York. "I think it's sort of an impoverished view of expecting kids to learn a bunch of stuff and parrot it back to you, and that's the end of it," said Dominic Rudolph, Head of School at Riverdale Country in a talk at the Aspen Ideas Festival. "These kids have to be better critical thinkers, they have to be better communicators," he added. He doesn't think passing the AP test necessarily gives them those skills."
Are AP classes worth the effort?
We've noticed some of the private schools dropping AP courses and even some public schools. They say they are a real cause of stress for the kids. And at some public schools, we were hearing that there was de facto tracking happening where advanced students were ending up on a track that put them mostly in AP classes and lower level students on a track of mostly remedial classes. There were two tracks and limited options for average students.
Colleges don't always accept the courses for college credit, many students end up repeating the course in college anyway, and you can run the risk of memorizing material for a test versus delving into a subject and exploring it in an enriching way. Sometimes an honors course at a high school is actually a better option for rigorous and engaging learning.
Frankly, many high-achieving high school students are really stressed out. They have a lot to do between extracurricular activities and homework and also trying to get the sleep they need. They need to be prepared for what an AP course involves. The extra tests, extra homework, on top of an already demanding schedule, can be brutal. And a very low grade on your transcript from an AP course may hurt you more in the long run than not taking an AP in that subject at all.
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Advice from a Dean of Admissions on Selecting High School Courses
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The alphabet will never be the same again, after your child watches this creative collection of four little stories, each corresponding to a section of the alphabet. Be it the birthday party that's filled with thrills and surprises for a goat that lives in a castle, or the considerate lion king who decides to get his animals an ice cream fountain, each story is a treat with fun and fancy for your child's mind. Oh, and don't forget the pigs that are having a great time in town, and the whale that can tell many stories.
In addition to the alphabet and story reading , there is a section where the stories are animated. It is a perfect opportunity for you and your child to develop you own version of the stories. The QandA between a mother and her children in the DVD is just one example of how your child's imagination can take you on a joyful ride.
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Here is a great educational tool to teach your children about the alphabet. This colorful DVD shows your toddler the alphabet and then tells them a story using the letters previously taught to them. The stories are fun, colorful and amusing for everyone. Your children will have fun while learning as they watch this show.


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Mt 25:42 For I was hungry and you gave me nothing to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me nothing to drink,
Many of us enjoy being able to give to someone in need. So often we look far away to do our giving. In doing that, we miss giving to those who are nearby. Sometimes we think we need to spread our giving out to as many as we can find. Yet, many times God sends someone our way, in our midst, who is in need of our help and support. It may be for a longer period of time, especially in today's economy. Our entire reason for giving should not be to make us feel good. We give out of the love of God and for His glory. It is not for us to judge how long we should help out another. It is for God to judge. It is for us to give with cheerfulness from the bounty we have. God says, "Give and it will be given to you, good measure, pressed down and shaken together." Let us be sure to give without judging. Let us give without resentment. Let us give because in giving to God's other children we are giving to God.


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No matter which side of the ag sector you are in, whether it be a producer or in agribusiness you will want to attend the 17th annual Farm News Ag Show.
The two-day show is open Wednesday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
There will be a wide range of agricultural products and services featured at the event that covers more than 30,000 square feet of show space. Those who pay attention to agricultural trends will find much on the show floor to expand their knowledge of options available today as well as those on the drawing boards for tomorrow.
The show will also offer a great line-up of speakers:
Water will be served during the speaker presentations courtesy of Blue Ribbon Pelham Waters of Fort Dodge.
Lunch is available on-site by the Webster County Pork Producers from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday and by the Webster County Beef Producers from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Thursday. Meals will be served by the Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance Ambassadors with the help of Iowa Central Community College agricultural students.
There will be a free pancake breakfast for the first 525 guests from 7:30-9:30 a.m. on Thursday. The breakfast is catered by Chris Cakes and is sponsored by the Webster County Farm Bureau.
In addition to the exhibits and speakers, attendees will also have the chance to win a Kubota two-piece, 19 drawer tool box that values at $2,400. The giveaway is sponsored by R&J Material Handling of Fort Dodge.
There will also be a raffle for a chance to win one of two half hogs. Tickets can be purchased at the Farm News booth or from Iowa Central Community College agricultural students. Proceeds for the raffle will go towards the Iowa Central Community College agricultural scholarship fund. The hog is donated by the Webster County Pork Producers and processing is courtesy of the Lohrville Locker.
Farm News Ag Show partners include Iowa Central Community College, Farm Bureau, Webster County, R&J Material Handling, Prinsco, United Bank of Iowa/Fort Dodge, John Pitzer Sales, The Country Store, Hurley & Associates, Next Stage Legacy Advisors, Blue Ribbon Pelham Waters, Fort Dodge Growth Alliance, Webster County ISU Extension office, Webster County Pork Producers, Webster County Beef Producers, Lohrville Locker, Sunderman Farm Management, CJ Bio America, S&S Equipment and Twin Lakes Environmental.
The Farm News Ag Show will be held at the Iowa Central Community College's east campus, 2031 Quail Ave, Fort Dodge.
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A few years ago, Afie Braimoh was hired from Florida in the US to manage the setup of a juice manufacturing plant in Benue State – Nigeria's acclaimed "food basket" – where she learnt that many famers in Benue suffer huge post-harvest losses due to a lack of storage facilities and poor roads.
"I saw lots of rot in food produce," Braimoh recalls, and she started to think of a solution to create a sustainable value chain while empowering farmers.
How did it all start?
At first, she considered setting up a fruit juice company. She realised, however, that while fresh fruits are seasonal, dried fruits are available all year round and have a longer shelf life if they are properly stored.
Braimoh began to experiment by drying fruit in a standard kitchen dehydrator, revising the process to get the right texture, taste, and colour. After a few weeks of testing, she started handing out samples at her church, offices and among friends and family. She was encouraged by the feedback she got and sought approval for her product from the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) in Nigeria.
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Davide Oppo of our School of Geosciences recently published an article in Nature,
Eavesdropping on the Gulf of MexicoSat, 09/07/2019 - 1:07pm
A special Ocean Sound issue of ECO Magazine (Environment Costal & Offshore Magazine) features an article by Physics Professor Natalia Sidorovskaia. In the article Eavesdropping on the Gulf of Mexico Dr. Sidorovskaia discusses her work on the effect of human-induced noise pollution and the Deepwater Horizon accident on the marine mammal population in the Gulf of Mexico.
A brief extract is provided below to whet your appetite.
Over 70 percent of our planet is covered by oceans and yet less than five percent of it has been explored. Visible sunlight, which is about 40 percent of total solar energy received by our blue planet, doesn't penetrate below 200 meters deep in the ocean. As we descend beyond these depths, it is dark and cold, but it is certainly not quiet.
Sounds can travel for many hundreds of kilometers in water. Deep-diving sea creatures have learned to rely on sound to explore the deep, uninviting abyss. Scientists can learn a wealth of information about ocean health and its inhabitants just by eavesdropping. The cacophony of ocean sounds is becoming louder, and our charismatic marine friends and distantly related mammals (dolphins and whales) have been facing multiple challenges as humans expand natural resource exploration and extraction, and global warming has become an everyday reality.
Gulf of Mexico: A Noisy Place Marine mammals share their space with humans who use acoustics to find natural resources, navigate ships, monitor subsurface infrastructure, and create additional noise pollution through heavy shipping and construction.
The Littoral Acoustic Demonstration Center – Gulf Ecological Monitoring and Modeling (LADC-GEMM) consortium has been collecting passive acoustic data in the Gulf of Mexico since the early 2000s. Its goal is to understand how industrial activities impact the marine mammal population in the Gulf of Mexico (GoM) which is home to 28 species of marine mammals, including two endangered species: sperm whales and Bryde's whales.Please read the entire article and get the details.


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Kurt Cobain's Blockbuster Video Card Heads to Auction
Published Oct 13, 2017Memorabilia collectors are usually sent into a frenzy whenever Kurt Cobain's instruments hit the auction block, but those who aren't after guitars will now have a chance to own the Nirvana frontman's Blockbuster Video card.
The card, which you can see above, was issued to Cobain by the Blockbuster location at 1508 North Orange Grove Ave. in Los Angeles, though of course the chain and store are no longer operating. The bidding opens at $100 USD, with further details available here.
The item arrives as part of the Julien's Live "Icons And Idols – Rock 'N' Roll" auction, which also includes handwritten notes, letters, and the band's MTV Moonman statuette won for Best New Artist in a Video with "Smells Like Teen Spirit." You can find the complete lot of Nirvana items here.


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'Top crime fighter' back home after completing FBI training course
Deputy Superintendent Chris Brown
One of the country's top crime fighters is now back in the island after completing a 10-week-long training course at the FBI National Academy in the United States.
Crime Chief of the Area Three police network in Jamaica, Deputy Superintendent Chris Brown, was earlier this year selected to participate in the FBI (Federal Bureau of Investigation) National Academy professional course of study for the US and international law enforcement managers.
Participation in the programme is by invitation only through a nomination process. Participants are drawn from US states and territories, and from international partner nations.
Brown, who was the former crime chief in East Kingston in 2016, said the course gave him an opportunity to interact and learn from some of the world's best investigators.
WINNINGS! Deputy Superintendent Chris Brown proudly completes a physical training event in good time on his recent extended training course at the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) in the United States.
"I am truly grateful for having been nominated by my organisation. It has been transformational on all levels," he said in an interview with Loop News on Monday.
"I am also grateful to the FBI National Academy, (the) participants and family for making the training, the stay and the activities most memorable," said Brown.
DSP Chris Brown, decked out and representing in his national colours, shares lens time with a law enforcement officer in the United States on a recent extended training course at the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).
Since completing the training programme, Brown, who was part of the team in East Kingston that was recognised by the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) and its Criminal Investigation Branch (CIB) network for attaining the highest cleared-up rates for homicides across the island, said he intends to pass on the knowledge he has gained to law enforcers in Jamaica.
He said he will do this as he tries to play his part in helping to raise the bar and intensify the fight against criminals who are bent on wreaking havoc across the country.


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In this issue…
- Upcoming Events
- A Word From Rhonda
- Contributors
- 'Tis The Season For Taxes
- VA Monthly Tips
- Current Industry Trends: Big Data
- Software Pick: Intervals Online
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A word from Rhonda…
Celebrating 3 years in business!
Wow! What an amazing ride! This month I celebrate 3 years in business. I'm so excited to be here today and I'm not sure words can describe my excitement.
For those of you who know me or have read a little about me you probably already know I had a rocky start. Coming through some major life changes, and needing to make some really tough decisions about our future. My children and I deserved a better life! I knew I was going to figure out a way to give that to them and to myself. Read more…
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'Tis The Season For Taxes
Article by Ben Cramer
Like it or not, tax season 2013 is here. Let's get one thing out of the way: paying taxes isn't fun. It doesn't suddenly become more fun once you own your own business—in fact, it usually becomes a lot more complicated. I'm a tax professional and I hate paying taxes as much as you do. But it's not optional (at least the IRS doesn't see it that way). There are three things to keep in mind to make tax season as easy as possible this year: (1) keep good records; (2) choose the right tax professional to help you, and (3) deal with any problems as soon as they arise. Read more…
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Current Industry Trends: Big Data
Data, data, data – we keep hearing how important it is to track this and track that, and let's face it most do not have a clue how to do this. If you don't have big money or first hand knowledge of how to track your stats then this can be a difficult task. I know as I struggle with tracking my stats. I do track, but it's difficult at best. In my search for better and easier ways to track my data I've collected some links that might prove useful for you as well. Read more…
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Moment of Truth
// June 30th, 2006 // Study
I bought my study guide for BMSC114, Human Biology, which I am doing this coming trimester, and it looks like what I dreaded has finally come to pass.
Make a small hole in the hind leg of your rat, use this to tie the numbered label firmly to your rat, then note the number in your book. This is your rat; you will be expected to identify it in later laboratories…
Pick up your rat and open its mouth. How many teeth does the rat have of each of the above types? …
Using scissors, carefully cut through the skin and body wall in the midline from rib cage to public symphysis. Do NOT cut forwards into the thoracic cavity, i.e., where the ribs are…
To secure your rat use only two dissecting hooks and stick them through the body wall flaps, attaching the strings to the dissecting tray as demonstrated. DO NOT MOVE THE INTESTINE AT THIS STAGE.
And so it goes on, for three x two hour labs.
I guess I will finally discover if my Agent Scully-like medical career fantasies are reality or fantasy.
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My boyfriend and I went to Singapore in April to celebrate his 30th birthday. He had a plan to visit 30 countries before turning 30, and as April approached, he had made it to 29 countries. So the answer was easy. Where could we go from Hainan, China in a long weekend that we hadn't been before? Why Singapore of course! Since it was the big 3 0, we decided to pull out all of the stops and celebrate with a little luxury, at one of the grandest, and tallest, hotels in Singapore. And we were extremely happy with our decision, and cannot wait until we return.
Today I'll just give a brief overview of our stay at this amazing hotel, with some examples of what you could do if you want to visit yourself!
Since we only had the opportunity to stay for 2 nights, and we visited in a very, very, very hot time of the year, a big portion of our stay was spent at the rooftop infinity pool, and that was the perfect place for us to relax and laze our days away.
We also treated ourselves to the finer things in terms of food and drink, dining at one of Gordon Ramsay's restaurants : Bread Street Kitchen, as well as having both daytime and nighttime cocktails by the pool and at the rooftop bar. And of course we had to sneak in a cheeky late night room service, just because: a cheese plate for myself, pizza for Connor, and a few more extras, because why not treat yourself while on holiday.
I will say, while we had such an amazing time, Singapore is definitely a pricey place, especially in a nice hotel like the Marina Bay Sands. But if you're looking for a big way to celebrate a special occasion, or if it's just a good time to treat yourself, then I highly recommend staying at this very tall, and very unique, place of paradise.
Lastly, I have to mention the service. It was absolutely top notch, from the pool staff, to the check-in, to the many special touches we received in our room. I have nothing but praises to sing for this fabulous hotel, and I hope that one day you can go and have a wonderful experience yourself.
If you have any questions, or would like to learn more about this hotel, check out the Marina Bay Sands website. This website is much more detailed than your average hotel website, and a little browse can answer almost every question imaginable.


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Five Top Aspects to Contemplate When Hiring a Plumber in Durham
One of the vital responsibilities that homeowners should address is home repair. Hence, it is primarily beneficial to obtain a specialist to fix the issue that may arise in your plumbing system. However, as a result of the broader range of professionals providing plumbing services, it turns to be challenging to get the one who will meet your needs. If you are uncertain about who to hire, below are several issues that you should consider before making the final move.
The total price that you will pay is one of the issues that you should contemplate before hiring a plumber. Therefore, it is recommendable to discuss with various plumbers in your suburb before you make the final move. It is desirable to ask them the total amount that they will fix before you hire to pay. Select the plumber who will fix a rate that will favor the size of your budget. Nevertheless, you should not hire the service provider having the lowest price estimate as he or she may fail to cover some plumbing tasks.
The reputation of the plumber is the next issue that you should lay more emphasis on before hiring to pay for their services. While conducting consultation with several plumbing experts, you should make sure that you inquire the contact info and commendations of past clients. Hence, ensure you pick the specialist having great reports from the past clients that you will contact.
Furthermore, the standard of proficiency o the service provider of your choice is the next issue that you need to contemplate before making the final decision. For that reason, you should inquire the period that they have been undertaking plumbing services before settle on a particular service provider. Pick the plumbing service provider with a long period of existence in the market.
License and insurance certification are among the factors that you should consider before hiring a plumber. It is recommendable to select a fully insured and licensed specialist to undertake plumbing obligations in your home. Therefore, you will obtain high quality services and you will not be liable of extra payment such as medical fees.
The education testimonial o the plumber of your choice is the last point that you need to contemplate before you hire to pay. Thus, it is recommendable to pick the plumber with brilliant qualification to get high quality services.
In summary, now that you have a hint of the issues that are worth contemplating when hiring a Durham plumber, you are better off to venture into the market and hire the best service provider. Involve your friends and relatives to assist you get the right specialist oaring plumbing services in your location.
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Bradley International Airport saw a 6.2 percent increase in passenger ridership during 2017, according to data released by the Connecticut Airport Authority.
Last year, 6.43 million passengers traveled through the Windsor Locks-based airport, up from 6.06 million one year earlier. The airport authority said that Bradley has achieved year-over-year passenger growth since 2013, with more than 25 million passengers using the airport during that period, making it New England's second-largest airport.
"We take immense pride in the growth that Bradley International Airport is experiencing and the confidence that our passengers continue to place in us," said airport authority Executive Director Kevin A. Dillon. "Whether we are working to expand the menu of nonstop flights or to enhance the travel experience in our terminal, we're always doing it with our passengers in mind. We look forward to building on this excitement and driving continued growth and transformation in 2018."
During 2017, Bradley expanded its routes with weekday nonstop service by OneJet to Pittsburgh International Airport and nonstop United Airlines service to Denver. Norwegian Air Express launched flights from Bradley to Edinburgh, Scotland, last June, but that service is scheduled to be discontinued in March. Last week, it was announced that Southwest Airlines will begin daily nonstop service between Bradley and St. Louis Lambert International Airport on Aug. 7.


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Italian MotoGP 2019 Live Stream, Schedule And Live Telecast Information of Gran Premio d'Italia Oakley. Can Marquez Be Beaten Or Can He End Long Win Draught At Mugello
We are in the European Leg of MotoGP world championship and action now shifts to Italy. The defending champion Marc Marquez has taken the lead in drivers' championship. Andrea Dovizioso is following the champion, Marc Marquez. This is going to be a home race for Italian riders at Mugello Circuit. Andrea Dovizioso and Jorge Lorenzo will fancy their chance at Mugello. Last year the Ducati Duo took on Marquez and finished in Ducati 1-2. Lorenzo came out as victor at Mugello, now Lorenzo is riding the same bike as of Marquez, it will be interesting to see if he can repeat his performance of 2018 at Mugello. Sportsfeista brings you complete details Italian MotoGP 2019 Live Stream, Schedule And Live Telecast Information of Gran Premio d'Italia Oakley.
Marc Marquez hasn't had much luck here he won only one MotoGP that was in 2014. Rossi has 7 MotoGP wins at Mugello while Lorenzo has 6 MotoGP win he is also the winner of 2018 race. Looking at these stats we are up for an exciting race this weekend. The local hero Valentino Rossi stamped his authority between the year 2004 to 2008 by winning every race.
Italian MotoGP 2019 Live Stream Information:
Live Stream of Italian MotoGP Available at Sony Liv app & Sony Liv.com.The live feed of MotoGP 2019 will be available on MotoGP.com, Tenplay, and BTsport.
Italian MotoGP 2019 Live Telecast Information:
Fans in India will get to see Italian MotoGP 2019 action Sony Sports Network. MotoGP fans in Asia will get to see the action live on Fox Sports Asia, Super Sports will telecast MotoGP in South Africa. The fans in the Middle East will enjoy MotoGP action on OSN sports. In Latin America, the broadcast right is with ESPN Latin, ESPN HD and ESPN 2. Fox Sports will broadcast the MotoGP action in Australia while SKY sports will bring live action to fans in New Zealand. LeTV&Wasu TV will bring live action to Chinese fans. For the fans in Indonesia, live action will be on Trans 7, NTV & G+ will broadcast MotoGP in Japan.
beIN sports will bring MotoGP action in Canada & USA, Canadian fans can also watch MotoGP on TBC. Euro Sport will bring MotoGP Action in France, Belgium, Netherlands, Romania & Germany. In Italy SKY Italy will bring MotoGP action. Movistar TV will telecast MotoGP in Spain, Spanish fans will also enjoy the action at Onesport& Vodafone. In the UK the broadcast will be managed by Channel 5 & BT Sports.
Italian MotoGP 2019 Complete Schedule:
Italian Moto GP 2019 FRIDAY, May 31, 2019
- 09.00 – 09.40 Moto3 Free Practice 1
- 09.55 – 10.40 MotoGP Free Practice 1
- 10.55 – 11.40 Moto2 Free Practice 1
- 13.10 – 13.50 Moto3 Free Practice 2
- 14.05 – 14.50 MotoGP Free Practice 2
- 15.05 – 15.50 Moto2 Free Practice 2
Italian Moto GP 2019 SATURDAY, June Ist, 2019
- 09.00- 09.40 Moto3 Free Practice 3
- 09.55- 10.40 MotoGP Free Practice 3
- 10.55- 11.40 Moto2 Free Practice 3
- 12.35- 13.15 Moto3 Qualifying
- 13.30- 14.00 MotoGP Free Practice 4
- 14.10- 14.25 MotoGP Qualifying 1.
- 14.35- 14.50 MotoGP Qualifying 2
- 15.05- 15.50 Moto2 Qualifying
Italian Moto GP 2019 SUNDAY, June 2nd, 2019
- 08.40 – 09.00 Moto3 Warm-up
- 09.10 – 09.30 Moto2 Warm-up
- 09.40 – 10.00 MotoGP Warm-up
- 11.00 Moto3 Race 20 laps (km.104,90)
- 12.20 Moto2 Race 21 laps (km.110,14)
- 14.00 MotoGP Race 23 laps (km.120,63)
All timings of the Gran Premio D'Italia Oakley are as per Italian Time GMT+2
Italian MotoGP Final Race is on Sunday, June 3rd, 2018 Timings Across the Globe
- Indian fans will get to see Italian MotoGP 2018 at 17:30
- Fans in the UK will get to see the telecast at 13:00 hours
- MotoGP fans in the USA can watch final race 08:00 EDT
- The timings of the final race in USA 05:00 EST
- Italian MotoGP 2018 Final Race timings in Malaysia are 20:00
- MotoGP fans in Canada can watch final race 08:00 EDT
The Mugello Circuit:
Italian MotoGP will take place in Autodromo del Mugello. The circuit is located in beautiful city Tuscany, where the beautiful and scenic view of mountains awaits you. The historic city of Tuscany and the circuit Mugello is located in north Rome just 20 miles away from Florence. The first MotoGP was held in Mugello circuit in 1976.
Circuit Length: 5.245 m / 3.259 miles
Left Corners: 6
Right Corners: 9
Longest Straight: 1.141 m / 0.709 miles
Constructed: 1974
2018 Winner: Jorge Lorenzo
MotoGP Top 5 Riders Before Italian GP 2019
Marc Marquez s the only rider with multiple wins. He has scored three wins so far this season. Dovizioso and Rins have 1 win each. Rossi and Petrucci are the two riders in top 5 without a win.
SN Riders Wins Points
1 Marc Marquez 3 95
2 Andrea Dovizioso 1 87
3 Alex Rins 1 75
4 Valentino Rossi 0 72
5 Danilo Petrucci 0 57


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Reading materials regarding recovery
Primary Publication
The primary publication used in SAA is the "Green Book". This book can be purchased at the SAA website, obtained online in an electronic copy, or is available at our meetings. The book is entitled "Sex Addicts Anonymous". If you wish to purchase it you can find it at https://saa-store.org. If you come to one of the SAA meetings located on this website you can obtain this book without cost to you. The cost is covered by donations made to our Intergroup.
Other Publications
There are numerous other publications available. Such as "Hope for Recovery", "First Step to Recovery", "A Special Welcome to the Women Newcomer", "Sexual Sobriety and the Internet", and a daily meditation book. These are available for purchase at https://saa-store.org. Some of these are books and brochures are available at our meetings without cost to you. The cost is covered by donations made to our Intergroup.


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16August 2018
Chris Grayling Clashes with Unions Over Rail Fare Policy
Transport secretary Chris Grayling has called for rail fares to be decided using the Consumer Prices Index (CPI) – currently at 2.5%, instead of the RPI as is currently the case.
The RPI currently sits at 3.2%, and rail fares are set to increase by 3.2% in January, after rising by 3.6% this year.
Mr. Grayling suggested that in order to support using the lower measure of inflation to determine rail fare increases, train operators should only increase the pay of their staff in line with CPI. His suggestion has come under fire from trade unions.
Manuel Cortes, who heads up the Transport Salaried Staffs' Association, called for Mr Grayling to resign, saying: "I had to check it wasn't April Fool's Day when Grayling suggested our members should work for less so rail companies can keep their fat profits".
Mick Cash, leader of the Rail, Maritime and Transport union said they would resist attempts by the "lame duck transport secretary" of trying to impose what it called a "pay cap" on its members. He added: "If Chris Grayling seriously thinks that front-line rail workers are going to pay the price for his gross incompetence and the greed of the private train companies he's got another thing coming."
Mick Whelan, of the train drivers' union Aslef, also made the point that he believed the saving made from cutting the amount by which staff pay increased would not benefit passengers, and only increase the amount of profits made by those in charge of the railways.
Mr Grayling expressed his disappointment with the immediate reaction from the trade unions to his suggestion, and said he hoped to see "lower levels of increases for passengers in future". He went on to say that "I support paying rail staff decent wages for the hard work they do, but I also now believe it is important that pay agreements also use CPI and not RPI in future."
Labour have also been vocally critical of Mr Grayling amidst the recent train chaos. The party's leader, Jeremy Corbyn, called the increase in fares "an insult to everyone who has suffered from the chaos on Britain's railways".
Meanwhile, his shadow transport secretary, Andy McDonald, said that Mr Grayling "had the power to enforce this, he's just choosing not to. The truth is that our fragmented, privatised railway drives up costs and leaves passengers paying more for less."
He went on to call for nationalisation of the railways, adding: "If the Secretary of State recognises that train companies' profits are responsible for sky-high fares, instead of asking them to make less money, why not go one step further and end privatisation altogether?"
Mr Grayling called on the Rail Delivery Group, which is the membership body of all the railway companies', to assist the government in moving towards using CPI rather than RPI for future increases to pay and fares in order to "keep costs down" for the industry in general.
However, the RDG maintained that currently rail fares were used wisely. Paul Plummer, the RDG's chief executive said that currently: "for every pound paid in fares, 98p goes back in to running and improving the railway".


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Breathing new life into the MUHC Council of Nurses
Members of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) nursing staff spend every shift on the front lines, seeing to patients the minute they step foot into the hospital. The weight of their work is just one of the reasons why a platform for ideas and discussion is necessary for the nursing community. That's where the MUHC Council of Nurses (CII) fits into the equation.
The Council is currently composed of 10 elected members who represent the MUHC's various missions in nursing. It is an official advisory body that provides a platform for nurses to voice their recommendations on everything pertaining to quality, safety, accessibility, and other topics directly affecting the areas in which they work, to the MUHC Board of Directors and Executive Director.
Following elections in November 2016, the council has been re-energized. The new president and roster of elected members are eager to step up and make a difference in a time of change and innovation.
Meeting the team
Paule Jubinville, the new president of the Council, has been a part of the MUHC family for seven years. She began her career at the Montreal Children's Hospital (MCH) and then made the switch over to the adult side. She's now the Patient Flow Coordinator at the Montreal General Hospital (MGH).
Paule's reasons for stepping up to be a part of the Council were similar to those she had for entering the field of Nursing. She cares about people, and wants to be part of the conversation surrounding the future of nursing.
"I saw it as a professional challenge. The Council was interesting to me because it is in development; it's going through a shift. There's a lot of potential and possibility," she explains.
Ariane Bélanger, the Council's representative for Pediatrics and Women's Health, agrees. She's been working at the MUHC for two and a half years. As a young nurse, she saw this as an opportunity to branch out and explore her options.
"I was always really involved in school and always interested in my education, so when I heard people talking about the Council I thought it would be a great opportunity to involve myself further in my profession, and to keep building on my knowledge."
For Lula Ahmed-Shire, a representative for Adult Emergency and Mental Health and new Vice-President of the Council, the goal is to bring her extensive 16-year experience to the table when discussing best practice and optimization.
"Working in the Emergency Department, it's especially nice to see the autonomy nurses have, the responsibility they uphold. Having a unified group of nurses who are informed and share amongst each other helps to keep this type of practice that encourages excellence in nursing," she explains. "I want to do my part, and make the MUHC the best place to work."
The ultimate vision
In order to be as efficient and relevant as possible, Paule says the Council needs to assess the needs that are not already being addressed by other groups in order to find their place in the MUHC community. However, there are two very clear short-term goals.
"Two big things that we will be doing is, one, creating a committee for nursing assistants (NA). That's one of our current goals, to gather information and ideas pertaining to quality of care and our NAs," Paule explains.
The second big goal is to create a committee for young nurses who have been working for the MUHC for less than five years, which is something that Ariane is spearheading.
"It's about retaining our personnel, and making sure they feel like they have a place here," Ariane explains.
That's why the Council wants to connect with those who are fresh to the field, to ensure they have the support, resources, and mentorship they need.
The long-term goals, as outlined by the President, are to create a solid back and forth engagement with the nursing community, and to strengthen the Council's place as a body that people recognize. Paule, Ariane et Lula explain that they've already begun speaking with nurses in their respective areas, and are planting the seeds to create an open line of communication.
Calling all nurses! The next General Assembly held by the Council of Nurses will be taking place on June 1, 2017. Two sessions: From 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and another one from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Videoconference available at all sites.
- Lachine Hospital: Room 4b, Charles Gallant
- Montreal General Hospital (MGH): Room E6.112
- Montreal Neurological Hospital (MNH): Jeanne Timmons amphitheatre
- Glen: Block C S1.6540
Are you a nurse looking to get in touch with a Council representative? Check out the chart below to see who you can relay your idea and thoughts to:
Rosa Sourial
Neuro Science (MNH)
Kerline Fontaine
Nursing Directorate (RVH and MGH)
Paule Jubinville (PRESIDENT)
Nursing Directorate (MGH)
Lula Ahmed-Shire
Emergency Department + Mental Health, (RVH)
Melody Ross
Emergency Department + Mental Health, (Douglas)
Rachel Nadeau
Emergency Department + Mental Health, (MGH)
Christian Machuca
Ariane Belanger
Pediatric + Women's Health, (MCH)
Debbie Watson
Perioperative, (MGH)
Madeleine Lemay
Surgery , (RVH)


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Wargrave Snooker Club News
Wargrave Snooker club is in the new edition of the Good Beer Guide
LAG Finals Photos
The LAG final was rightly contested between the top two players in the league, Jeff 'All Talk' Carter and Dustin 'Isleworth Slim' Handcock, after they eliminate Random Sandom and Cole Thunder respectively in the top four playoffs. The final was a little cagey...
Beers coming soon…
Here is a list of current beers on tap, and what is coming up. Phipps: Red Star (3.8) - Current Wild Weather: Big Muddy (3.8%) - Current. Ilkley: Mary Jane (3.5%) - Next Dorset Brewing Co.: Great Expectations. (3.7%) Electric Bear: Persuasion (3.8%) Hop Stuff:...
Competitions Update
The Competitions are getting to the final stages and the line up are as follows: Singles: Nick P-G vs A. Taylor G. Sandom vs D. Hancock Doubles: Whale & Labarte vs McGovern & Sandom J. Carter & D. Hancock vs T. Bartlett & N. Bartlett Wellavize: R....
LAG Finals Night – Wargrave Snooker
Proposed date Thursday 9th March 2017
The Wargrave Snooker LAG – January 2017
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Erdoğan plays high-stakes game with Turkey's economy
The Turkish offensive into northeast Syria is likely to result in economic volatility due to the threat of revenge attacks and possible U.S. sanctions hanging over the already struggling economy.
Turkey's economy has been suffering since limited U.S. sanctions and increased tariffs on metals sparked a currency crisis last year. Unemployment is stubbornly high – around 20 percent - the lira is still weak, while many companies and banks are saddled with high levels of debt.
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan's support has fallen from nearly 50 percent to between 30 and 35 percent. The presence of roughly 4 million Syrian refugees in Turkey has also fed discontent and helped the alliance of opposition parties win five out of the six biggest cities in local elections this year. That was a big blow to the network of patronage Erdoğan has built up since the mid-1990s.
Former senior Erdoğan loyalists are also in the process of forming rival parties likely to split the vote for the ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP).
In response, the president appears to have opted to try to rally the public behind him in a nationalist cause.
However, opponents of U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to withdraw U.S. troops from the Turkish-Syrian border to allow the Turkish operation appear to be gaining ground.
Republican Senator Lindsey Graham, one of Trump's strongest supporters, slammed the president's decision to "shamelessly abandon" the United States' Kurdish partners and introduced a bipartisan bill on Wednesday to sanction Turkey unless the U.S. administration certifies to Congress every 90 days that Turkey is not operating in Syrian territory.
The sanctions would target Erdoğan, his senior ministers and any foreign national who provides support to the Turkish military. The bill also targets the energy sector, demands the swift imposition of sanctions for Turkey's purchase of Russian missile defence systems and prohibits U.S. military sales to Turkey.
Trump has also said he would devastate the Turkish economy if Erdoğan overstepped the mark in Syria.
"I do agree on sanctions, but I actually think much tougher than sanctions if he doesn't do it in as humane a way as possible," Trump said, referring to Erdoğan's military operation.
The meaning of "humane" in the context of Turkey's military operation would have to be defined "as we go along," Trump told reporters. "But if he (Erdoğan) does it unfairly, he will have to pay a very big economic price."
The Turkish government has spoken of gaining international finance to build 200,000 homes, as well as hospitals, mosques and schools in what it calls the safe zone it hopes to set up on northeast Syria. For the ruling party this appeared to be a win-win scenario, gaining support at home for repatriating Syrians and helping the debt-ridden construction firms that have long been Erdoğan's key backers.
Sanctions would mean big trouble for a Turkish economy already struggling to emerge from last year's currency crisis and the brief recession it sparked. Foreign investors would again shy away from Turkey despite monetary easing in the United States and euro zone.
The weakness of the Turkish lira would prevent the central bank extending rate cuts that have already reached 750 basis points since July. If the lira weakens above the 10 to 15 percent level in the days ahead, the central bank will have to consider monetary tightening, which could reverse the economic recovery back into contraction again.
Inflation slowed to 9.3 percent in September, but had been expected to end 2019 in double digits. Sanctions would extend the rise in inflation and Erdoğan's aim of achieving GDP growth of 5 percent in each of the following three years would go down the drain. Turkey's fiscal deficit, which has doubled over the past year to 3 percent of GDP, would widen, further adding to the already high-risk premium.
Erdoğan was well aware that growth was never going to reach the five percent promised by his son-in-law, Treasury and Finance Minister Albayrak, in his New Economic Programme last week and that he would have to do more to win back support.
The president has never shied away from raising the stakes and appears to be risking all to jumpstart economic growth. The very nationalist population of Turkey would stand firmly behind Erdoğan when the lives of Turkish soldiers are at stake. Only the pro-Kurdish party voted against allowing Turkish troops to enter Syria.
When economic sanctions kick in, it will be even easier for Erdoğan to sell his fictional narrative that "all the nations are against Turkey because it is becoming stronger under his rule".
Escalating military operations in Syria would result in political turmoil at home, damaging economic sanctions. The president could use the war to bring about a very dark political transformation.


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Diver Propulsion Vehicle (DPV) Course
- Duration: 1 Days (approx.)
- Location: South Townsville, QLD
- Product code: PLCY8R
DPVs offer a thrilling way for scuba divers to see a lot of underwater territory in a short amount of time. They scoot you through the water allowing you to glide over reefs, buzz around a large wreck or weave through a kelp forest. Whether making a shore or boat dive, a DPV is a great way to see more and have fun doing it.
Who this course is for:
The certified diver looking to maximize the amount of area they can cover during a dive by using a DPV Individuals that may have limited use of their legs for diving
Course prerequisites:
- Open Water Diver or equivalent
- Minimum age 18, 15 with parental consent
Online theory completed at home
Day #1- 6:00am to 5:00pm (Theory Revision, Dives 1 & 2)
***Price includes training material, instructor, dpv, tanks and weights however does not include trip***


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There are times it gets terribly lonely and you just need that special somebody very close to you. It can even be worse when you turn around and your friends are "loving up" with their partners and you are just left alone to love up with empty space. As a single girl, I know these things can be so painful and can be very depressing as it may make you rush to say yes to the next man that asks you out.
I can remember when my singleness was getting to me. I have 5 sisters and imagine all of them sitting down to talk about their boos and I had nothing to say. Even my younger ones were talking about their boyfriends and I would scream "What is wrong with me?" in my mind. Then, I would jump at any offer of "be my girlfriend" just to have something to say too and not feel left out. I was basically pretending because my heart was not in the whole thing. I was happier being single than I was dating and then it hit me. Why can't I be happy being who I am rather than trying too hard to feel like part of something?
The views about relationships these days are very pathetic. The fact that people don't even know why they are in a relationship with a person, is even more ridiculous. I mean, sometimes you ask someone why he/she is with someone and the answer they give you just make you shake your head. It is like being in a relationship is about societal norms than loving your partner. People just want to be in relationships not because they see the other person as a worthy partner but because they are expected to date, just like I was doing. I am past my teen age and they expect me to have someone serious I'm dating.
I've seen quite a number of people having boyfriends and girlfriends just because their friends have and are pressuring them. The most foolish reasons I've ever heard are dating so that the boy can buy you material things you can't get from home or you just don't want your money to get them, boy dating a particular girl because being with her will make him more popular in school or just for the sex. People have so many crazy reasons for staying in relationships and the reasons are alarming especially when the relationship is draining life out of them. Frankly, I feel people love the idea of being in relationships more than the people they are with.
I'm a single girl and that is not because men are not flocking around me. There are so much men that I can decide to date one per week if I choose but nope, I remained single by choice and I am loving every moment. I found myself living for myself and grooming myself to be a woman my husband would be proud to call his. One time, I was talking with a friend and he said most women will end up being treated as trash in their relationships and marriages because they don't know who they are. Some girls are nothing without their boyfriends. They want to eat, fix their hair, shop for new clothes; the boy is the one providing and you want that boy to respect you and not treat you like a rag?
If you want respect, love and all the good things in your relationship, you have to start with discovering yourself, loving yourself, grooming yourself. Do not because people are doing it, you should jump into something that will destroy you. Enjoy every moment. You do not need a man to make you happy. Besides, if you are angry, sad person, it will be hard for anyone to make you happy. Work on yourself. Men love women of standards and not substance. Use your single days to acquire the best of standards that will draw the best of men to you.
If you feel you are not ready to be in a relationship, don't force it just to satisfy the people around you. Enjoy the time you are alone. Shop, laugh, take yourself out on dates, build an enviable life for yourself that will make your "future boo" proud of you.


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