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Nationalised fuel reserves to protect local supply
LABOR would create nationalised fuel reserves to ensure local supplies don't run dry during times of global insecurity.
Opposition leader Bill Shorten announced Labor's plan at the state conference of the Construction Forestry Maritime Mining Energy Union at the Esplanade Hotel in Fremantle on Thursday.
His appearance continued Labor's blitz in WA where it hopes to pick up several seats in the looming federal election.
Earlier in the week Mr Shorten's deputy Tanya Plibersek also addressed the unionists about Labor's labor relations platforms.
Mr Shorten said Australia had fallen behind in its international obligations to keep 90 days' worth of fuel in reserve.
"Right now for jet fuel we have 23 days; diesel 22 days, automotive gas 19 days," Mr Shorten said.
"If a Labor government is elected we will create a national fuel reserve, we will establish an Australian fuel security corporation to purchase and manage our national fuel reserve and help drive research into biofuels," he said.
Research into hydrogen would also be ramped up.
Australia became a net importer of oil in 2012, which he says puts it at the wrong end of the international supply chain.
"This puts our country and our people at the mercy of events beyond our shores," Mr Shorten says.
"If other nations need their fuel supplies, we will be forgotten."
He didn't put a figure on what the reserves would cost to purchase, store and maintain, but claimed it could be done without hitting the budget.
The Opposition leader also received rapturous applause when repeating his promise of earlier this week to bolster Australia's merchant navy.
Many in the crowd were members of the Maritime Union of Australia, which recently merged with the CFMEU.
"Thirty years ago Australia had 100 vessels in our merchant marine … flying the Australian flag," he said.
"Today we have 14.
"In times of global uncertainty and tension and insecurity, we do not have a merchant marine commercial fleet of any size which we control to move cargo; iron ore, coal, fuel, oil and indeed troops around our coastline to other parts."
Foreign vessels
The announcement was good news for MUA member Allan Kellman, who the Chook found looking somewhat forlorn outside the conference a few days earlier.
Mr Kellman was a victim of rule changes which have allowed shipping companies to sack Australian seafarers and take on international crews who've been reportedly paid as low as $2 an hour.
"I worked for 14 years on the MV Portland carrying cargo for Alcoa, and we never lost a single day over an industrial dispute," Mr Kellman said.
"But four years ago they sacked us and let a foreign vessel to take over the route.
"I've had just a couple of weeks of work since then."
Mr Shorten promised Labor would crack down on "dodgy licences" that have allowed ships to operate under the international rules despite spending most of their time in Australian waters.
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One of the many cities within the Donetsk Oblast is that of Kramatorsk, which gained its city status in 1932. Kramatorsk is known as an important machinery building center for the Donetsk region. It is located in the east of Ukraine about 80 kilometers north of Donetsk and boasts a population of over 200,000 people. This, however, has caused a bit of controversy and conflict as most believe ...

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A Conservation Chronicle
About Conservation Chronicle
Rajaji has a conservation history over 67 years starting from the time when it was a sanctuary of 246.53 sq km to a rajaji tiger reserve of 1075.17 sq km. The forest of Rajaji were initially used as a game sanctuary and its timber sold to generate revenue. It has come a long way since then to get the king of jungle – the tiger, back into the reserve where it was once found in abundance. The state has two tiger reserves, Corbett and Rajaji which are adjacent to each other. Corbett Tiger Reserve has the highest density of tigers in the world and the second highest number of tigers in the country. Rajaji is the part of the Shiwalik Elephant Reserve which is one the 11 elephant reserves designated in India and the only elephant reserve in state to be notified as early as 2002. Rajaji National Park was declared a tiger reserve on 18th April 2015. Both Rajaji and Corbett are part of the Rajaji-Corbett-Tiger Conservation Unit (RCTCU) along with some other reserve forest areas.
This unit covering approx 170-200 tigers apart from other animals such as Sambhar, Nilgai, Cheetal and wild boar. In the past, wildlife was free to move across this huge area but now towns like Haridwar, Kotdwar and Lal Kuan have fragmented the landscape hindering the movement of wildlife. It is important to maintain connectivity between the different forests in this landscape for genetic exchanges amongst wild animals which is crucial for their long term survival. Rajaji is also a part of the Tarai – Arc Landscape (TAL) which is an effort to establish the connectivity between the forests spanning from the Yamuna in the west to the river Bagmati in the east in Nepal and covers 13 protected areas, over an area of 49,500 sq km.


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She had this look on her face that said, "Lady, you THINK this is going to happen."
I've learned that the best kiddo pics are taken when kiddos are doing what is natural to them. And Clementine reminded me of that.
So, I threw on her nightgown, calmed her down, and placed her on our bed. And right on cue, she gave me plenty of wet, goober smiles.
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Chakra Chihan Aur Baran Jaat
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Singing the infinite praises of formless, self-luminous, blissful Lord is this beautiful shabad, Chakra Chihan, which is the mangal charan of Jaap Sahib, the eternal bani of the great master Sri Guru Gobind Singh Maharaj. It expresses the inexpressible in such exquisite ways that despite being ineffable these expressions of the great master stir the heart and evoke immense love and devotion. And the way it has been rendered by revered master Anandmurti Gurumaa, one cannot help but be mesmerised and glimpse infinitude of the infinite. Connect with the Master on Facebook/AnandmurtiGurumaa and on Twitter@Gurumaa. Stay connected to get updates about more videos, more quotes, more posts.


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Charming cabin on Caribou Lake with almost 200 ft of shoreline! Great Peninsula Point location! Current owner purchased the land in 1936 and built the cabin in 1980 and garage in 1989! Fabulous Lake views from cozy living room with massive brick wood burning fire place! Wrap around deck for outdoor living in the summer and fall! The main floor features two bedrooms and full bathroom –very functional. New owner can put their own vision and touches and make the space their own. Home has great bones, and very nice cedar siding. The lower level has tucked under small garage space for parking snowmobiles, 4 wheelers or boats. Great size Loft with completely enclosed Master Suite with half a bathroom. The detached garage has a great slab and is insulated with large bunkroom upstairs, accessed by interior staircase!
Tuckunder garage is a great spot for boats and toys.
Detached garage has insulated bunkroom upstairs, great for storage or extra guests!
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Water Frontage: 197ft of shoreline on Caribou Lake!
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Europe has waited for a long time to see its walls falling down. Now we see new walls being built. We want to remember how walls affected our history and to teach younger generations what the Iron Curtain meant for our lives. We will create an online archive that will collect content provided by users (videos/images) testifying that era. We will produce documentaries and organize a film festival with panel discussions to improve memory and raise awareness about the risks of closing borders.
bordering regions across Europe
Today Europe is facing a serious issue: the lack of empathy due to forgotten or little knowledge of its own history. The mistakes of the past shouldn't be repeated: closing borders and building walls have always proved to have a negative impact (on many different levels), rather than solve any problems. The best way to break down prejudices is to fight ignorance. Preserving memory is necessary to build a better future.
Our goal is the creation of an Internet archive of personal memories and testimonies from the Cold War era in order to preserve memory and make a contribution to historical research and education. The content (interviews, videos, photographs, documents etc.) will be provided by users.
The project includes the production of documentary films based on personal stories and organization of a film festival comprehensive with panel discussions and conferences related to the subject.
1) Finishing our first documentary "Borders and Peoples" currently in developing stage
2) Creating the online archive for collecting videos and images provided by users and intensely promoting it on social media
3) Developing a cooperative network with universities, associations, historical research institutes and filmmakers throughout Europe
4) Organizing the film festival with panel discussions
Being worldwide accessible, the digital archive will be a resource and for educators and students and anyone interested in Cold War and European history.
The main audience of film festival and the documentary films will be young people (middle, high school and university students) who haven't experienced the Cold War.
The importance of our project relies in the fact that we will fill a some serious lacks:
- weak media (film/tv) coverage of the period;
- lack of archives and resources focused on the individual experiences during the Cold War;
- history as a subject in school education is not covering well and deep enough the second half of the 20th century.
By fighting ignorance and through researching our own history we want to help preventing the repeating of past mistakes.
Funding requested from Advocate Europe
Total budget
- First documentary film in development: around 15000€ (copyright expenses, filming, editing, distribution and promotion). - Website design and maintenance: around 6.000€ - Film festival organization: 14.000€ (rentals, travel and accommodation, catering, promotion)
Every thoughts and suggestions will be taken into consideration and much appreciated.


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Andrea Nagy was named the Spartans' full-time Assistant Softball Coach in the Fall of 2018, and will begin her fourth season overall with the Spartans coaching staff in 2019.
Nagy joined the Spartans as a part-time assistant for her second stint with the team in 2018, helping the squad to the most successful season in program history. Under Nagy's leadership, Case Western Reserve finished fifth at the 2018 NCAA Division III Championships (the best finish by any team in school history), while helping the team to a program-best record of 38-12. The Spartans finished the year ranked sixth in Division III, with the coaching staff earning NFCA Regional and UAA Coaching Staff of the Year honors.
Nagy's first stint with the Spartans during the 2014 and 2015 seasons led to similar success, with the team winning the UAA Championship and UAA Coaching Staff of the Year honors in 2014. In between her time at CWRU, Nagy served as an Assistant Softball Coach and Graduate Assistant for the Capital University program, helping lead the team to an Ohio Athletic Conference Tournament Runner-Up finish in 2017.
Nagy earned her Bachelor's Degree in Communciation Management from NCAA Division I Cleveland State University in August 2012, where she also was a member of the softball team. She was an infielder for the Vikings, helping lead the team to Horizon League Championships in 2008 and 2010, and an NCAA Regional Tournament appearance in 2009. Nagy secured her Master's Degree in Business Administration from Capital University in 2017.


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Creative Barking & Dagenham
Where: Barking and Dagenham
With: Studio 3 Arts, London Borough of Barking and Dagenham, Barking and Dagenham College, Barking and Dagenham Council for Voluntary Service, Barking Enterprise Centre and our local resident Cultural Connectors.
"Creative Barking and Dagenham gives us the power to make decisions, no other borough does this. It's a big risk and the trust they've shown us has paid off." ROH attender, La Traviata, January 2017
"It feels like everything positive that is happening in Barking and Dagenham is connected to arts and culture activities and events. Creative Barking and Dagenham is so great because it's all Barking and Dagenham people!" Feedback from Cultural Connectors consultation, October 2017
Creative Barking and Dagenham (CBD) creates new ways for local people in Barking and Dagenham to experience outstanding arts and creative activities. It also aims to put the area firmly on the map as a place to make and enjoy exciting art in all its many forms.
The current CBD programme, now in its sixth year, includes:
- a festival and outdoor arts programme
- Get Creative – cross-arts and crafts participatory workshops for adults
- partnership projects with artists and organisations of local, national and international profile
- trips and visits for local residents, exploring both the local area and further afield
- REACH micro-grants, providing funding and support for local creative events and activities
We work closely with the local cultural sector to build and develop collaborative and sustainable ways of working.
At the heart of CBD are the Cultural Connectors, an ever-growing network of more than 180 local adult residents. CBD works with the network to build enthusiasm for arts and culture at a local level. Cultural Connectors are the decision-makers in steering groups and panels; they allocate funding, select partnership projects and suggest and choose artists and performers for festivals, events and workshops programming. Cultural Connectors also take on different individual roles, from chairing meetings, to supporting specific engagement and marketing initiatives. Some have also progressed into paid roles within CBD programme delivery, or within activities associated with the programme.
The second three-year phase of CBD has seen the festival programme, steered by local residents, grow and evolve. The festival programme has continued to bring fantastic local, national and international performances and arts activities to Barking and Dagenham, bringing truly unique pieces to unexpected places in the borough. Following on from a series of local resident trips to the Royal Opera House, our partnership has brought new performances of ballet and opera to Thamesfest in Barking Riverside and DAGFEST in Dagenham Village.
The REACH fund continues to support local events and organisations to nurture new audiences in the borough, engaging with those who wouldn't normally attended such activities. Most recently in 2018 the panel of Cultural Connectors awarded REACH funding to Bluebird Pictures for the first World Cinema Film Festival at the Barking Broadway and an even bigger award to Ukon Careers for the Barking Carnival.
CBD's partnership programme has brought together the local communities stories of the river and connected the stories of Barking and Dagenham to the Totally Thames Festival through The Silk River, a Re-imagine India project led by Kinetika. The opportunity to work in partnership with Artichoke was snapped up by the panel of local residents and met CBD's ambition to provide training and skills development opportunities for the Cultural Connectors network and wider local residents with the project culminating in participation of a huge light installation for Lumiere 2018. Most recently the Cultural Connectors have curated the second 'Glow fire garden and lantern festival' in partnership with Same Sky and the National Trust's Eastbury Manor house.


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One dead, dozens injured in bus rollover north-west of Ballarat
One woman has been killed and dozens more have been injured after a bus rolled in country Victoria on Saturday afternoon.
Dozens of emergency service workers have been dealing with the chaotic scene on the Sunraysia Highway, around 10 kilometres northwest of Avoca in the state's west.
The woman died at the scene.
Six passengers were critically injured — three of them flown to Melbourne and three taken to Ballarat Hospital. One of those flown to Melbourne has been downgraded to a serious condition.
Another 12 passengers were seriously injured and taken to Bendigo and Ballarat.
Aerial footage of the area shows a massive effort under way by paramedics, SES and other workers amid debris strewn across a wide area.
The bus came to rest among trees beside the highway and a large section at the top of its rear has been torn off.
It is understood the driver lost control of the bus and rolled down an embankment just after 3pm.
The bus was carrying around 30 adult passengers.
Others suffered minor injuries are were taken to a relief centre in Avoca.
Police say the Sunraysia Highway will remain closed in the area for some time.


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When Larry Kvidera boarded a flight for Tokyo, Japan, it was the college student's first time on an airplane. Growing up in a small Oregon town, he would be spending the year as an exchange student at Waseda University in the world's largest city.
Even when they're tied up at the dock, container ships consume a lot of energy. In fact, the diesel engines they use to generate electricity at berth were the single largest source of greenhouse gas emissions on Northwest Seaport Alliance terminals during a 2016 emissions inventory.
Our Business Development team specializes in container, breakbulk and intermodal business and manages a large facet of the supply chain.
For the second consecutive year, The Northwest Seaport Alliance hosted a record-breaking Agriculture Transportation Coalition Annual Meeting.
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Take a look in your closet. Open a dresser drawer. Chances are, something in your wardrobe — a T-shirt, polo, jacket, gym bag or backpack — is a SanMar product.
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I'm looking for feedback from anyone who has had Bells Palsy more than a year or two. I've been the gamut with Neurologists, ENT's, GP's, Chiropractors, audiologists, and Acupuncturists. I googled the internet looking for anyone that had written a blog about their experience with it. All I found was young people who had it for a few weeks and were overwhelmed by it. I've had it for 21 months and Doctors seem to have nothing left to offer me. I've done the vitamin and herb routine. I've called a medical intuitive and psychics and received more help than from the doctors. That's scary to say the least and another very long story. I've always been a person searching for a better way to be in the world but this illness has pushed me into high gear. That I have no time left to waste is what I have most learned from this very debilitating illness. For me it's been more than just my face being paralyzed. It's affected my vision and balance in a profound way. I have always been the strongest woman my son has ever known and now I have to hold onto him when we walk anywhere together or walk with my cane for balance. I walk like I've had way too much to drink even when I just get out of bed. So, to make a very, very long story shorter, let me know if you've experienced Bells Palsy in a similar fashion. I'll take all the help I can get. With health comes everything else.
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August 15th, 2017
If Thales e-Security wasn't fully aware of the FTC's Made in the USA standard, it is now.
After telling the agency in response to an inquiry that it inadvertently labeled certain data security products "Made in USA" when they actually incorporate significant imported parts, the company, among other compliance measures, changed the labeling on all new products to the more accurate "Assembled in the USA."
For the security of consumers who prefer and are even willing to pay more for products marketed as Made in the USA, the FTC has a long-standing rule that requires such products be "all or virtually all" made here. Breach this standard and marketers can expect to hear from the agency.
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Blizzard CM Naethera posted that, barring any unexpected problems, Arena Season 4 will end on October 14. Previously Blizzard had said that the end of Season 4 would coincide with the release of the new patch. October 14 is not coincidentally a month before the November 13 announced date of the Blizzard Wrath of the Lich King expansion.
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Adelaide Zoo Behind the Scenes Experience: Koala Encounter
$ 56
15 Minutes Zoo Tickets & Passes
Go behind the scenes into our Koala enclosure for your chance to feed Australia's most iconic native animal species.View Tour
Lions 360 Experience and a Day at Monarto Zoo
$ 70
1 Hour Zoo Tickets & Passes
A tour of Monarto Zoo's lion exhibit provides visitors with close encounters while raising awareness about the species and conservation efforts. During the small group tour, your guide offers little-known facts and anecdotes about the zoo's lions and encourages photos. Trained staff are on hand at all times to ensure the safety and comfort of both animals and visitors.View Tour
Adelaide Zoo Behind the Scenes Experience: Squirrel Monkey Feeding
$ 56
1 Day Zoo Tickets & Passes
Adelaide Zoo is one of Adelaide's most popular attractions""but for many visitors, what goes on behind the scenes remains a mystery. With this ticket, gain admission to the zoo and enjoy a guided walking tour. Lean how the zoo is managed, then enjoy an up-close encounter with the squirrel monkeys during feeding time. Enjoy full day access to Adelaide Zoo, with a USB of photos of your feeding experience.View Tour
Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary Day Pass
$ 28
1 to 3 Hours Zoo Tickets & Passes Free Cancellation
Visit the world's largest koala sanctuary, which is located an easy 20-minute drive from downtown Brisbane. Home to more than 130 koalas as well as more than 100 other animal species, Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary offers multiple ways to learn about native Australian wildlife. Enjoy experiences such as watching koalas and hand-feeding kangaroos and wild lorikeets under staff supervision. See platypus, sheepdogs, and birds of prey in action.View Tour
Adelaide Zoo Behind the Scenes Experience: Penguins in Person
$ 56
1 Day Zoo Tickets & Passes
Are you a penguin person? Join the zoo keepers for a personal trip to penguin beach and help feed Adelaide Zoo's own penguin colony.View Tour
Perth Zoo General Entry Ticket and Sightseeing Cruise
$ 51
4 Hours Zoo Tickets & Passes Free Cancellation
Combine a sightseeing cruise on the Swan River with admission to the Perth Zoo for a family-friendly day out in Perth that highlights the best of the Western Australian capital. As you glide along the Swan River from the city center, enjoy views of King's Park, the Bell Tower and the waterfront homes of upscale suburbs. At the Perth Zoo, explore its variety of habitats that house more than 1,800 animals. Select a departure time for the sightseeing cruise when booking.View Tour
Australian Wildlife Tour at Melbourne Zoo
$ 33
45 Minutes Zoo Tickets & Passes
See Australian wildlife up close with exclusive morning access to the Melbourne Zoo. Enter the zoo before it opens and check out koalas, emus, exotic birds, and more. Serve breakfast to a kangaroo, explore a wombat's subterranean burrow, and learn all about these amazing animals before the crowds arrive. You'll have the chance to spend free time in the zoo after your tour concludes.View Tour
Australia Zoo 1-Day or 2-Day Admission Ticket
$ 46
2 Days Zoo Tickets & Passes
Australia Zoo is home of the Crocodile Hunter, Steve Irwin. Explore the vast zoological park and see over 1,200 animals from native Aussie animals like wombats, dingoes and crocodiles, to exotic creatures like red pandas, Bengal tigers and komodo dragons. Choose from a 1- or 2-day admission ticket and enjoy thrilling educational wildlife shows, supervised feeding demonstrations and amusement rides.View Tour
Adelaide Zoo General Entry Ticket
$ 27
1 Day Zoo Tickets & Passes Free Cancellation
Get up close to more than 2,500 animals, including Aussie icons like kangaroos, wombats and Tasmanian devils with a fun family day out at Adelaide Zoo. Meet the zoo's most famous residents, a pair of Giant Pandas, then marvel over rare breeds like Sumatran tigers, sun bears, orangutans and gibbons. That's not all: watch feeding demonstrations; spot weird and wonderful birds as you walk through the aviary; and hand-feed kangaroos, deer and other animals at the Children's Zoo.View Tour
Sydney Harbour Cruise with Taronga Zoo Entry Ticket
$ 44
8 Hours Zoo Tickets & Passes Free Cancellation
Take in panoramic views of top Sydney landmarks as you cruise through Sydney Harbour en route to Taronga Zoo. Your package includes round-trip cruise from Darling Harbour or Circular Quay to the zoo, and a ride on the Sky Safari Gondola, which whisks you uphill from the boat dock to the main entrance of Taronga Zoo. From the gondola, get an early peek at some of the zoo's inhabitants, such as giraffes, big apes, and native animals like kangaroos and koalas.View Tour
Adelaide Zoo Behind the Scenes Experience: Panda and Friends Tour
$ 100
1 Day Zoo Tickets & Passes
Experience a side of the Adelaide Zoo rare to visitors with an admission ticket that grants early morning access before the zoo opens to the general public. In addition to providing information about the zoo's pandas and conservation efforts, your zookeeper/guide allows you to observe the pandas feeding time. Afterwards, explore the rest of the exhibits at your own pace. Morning tea is provided for your convenience.View Tour
Adelaide Zoo Behind the Scenes Experience: Meet the Primates
$ 100
1 Day Zoo Tickets & Passes
In the centre of Adelaide, on the bank of the River Torrens/Karrawirra Parri, have a close encounter with some of Adelaide Zoo's charming primate residents. On this popular behind the scenes experience, hang out with some of the Zoo's monkeys and apes - you might meet gibbons, siamangs or even Sumatran Orangutans. You might even get the chance to feed some of them. Book in advance to avoid disappointment.View Tour
Off-Road Safari at Werribee Open Range Zoo
$ 72
1 Hour 15 Minutes Zoo Tickets & Passes Free Cancellation
See the magnificent wildlife of the Werribee Open Range Zoo during a 75-minute off-road safari by 4-wheel drive vehicle. Your guide heads off road where you become immersed in the savanna and its amazing animals including giraffes, rhinos, and zebras. Includes admission to the zoo and the option to explore the zoo further at your leisure.View Tour
Melbourne Zoo General Entry Ticket
$ 28
8 Hours Zoo Tickets & Passes Free Cancellation
Spend a day immersed in the amazing animal kingdom at the Melbourne Zoo. Encounter native land species like koalas, wombats and kangaroos at the Australian Bush exhibit, and watch Victoria's indigenous penguins and seals splash around at the Wild Sea. Admire creatures from around the globe, such as mighty Asian pachyderms at the Trail of Elephants and elegant African zebras and giraffes in open-air habitats. Don't miss the energetic primates at Lemur Island and an elevated orangutan exhibit!View Tour
Sydney Taronga Zoo General Entry Ticket
$ 35
3 Hours Zoo Tickets & Passes
Located on shoreline of Sydney Harbour, Sydney Taronga Zoo is home to thousands of fascinating animals, including Australian natives such as the koala, kangaroo and platypus. With your admission ticket, you gain entrance to the zoo along with the Sky Safari cable car, which gives you the chance to look down into the animal enclosures and enjoy sweeping views of Sydney Harbour Bridge and the city skyline. Check the schedule for daily keeper presentations, or book an animal encounter or guided tour (own expense) for a more in-depth experience.View Tour
VIP Australian Native Experience at Adelaide Zoo
$ 182
2 Hours Zoo Tickets & Passes
- 2 hour VIP Australian Native Tour with one of Adelaide Zoo's Native Keepers. - Go behind the scenes with our keepers in the enclosures to feed and get close with a number of Australia's most iconic Native Animals such as Koalas, Wallaby, Kangaroos, Emu, Wombat and Cockatoo. - Chance to get a close up photo with our Native animals. - Spend the rest of your day to enjoy Adelaide ZooView Tour
Giraffe Safari and a day at Monarto Zoo
$ 63
45 Minutes Zoo Tickets & Passes
A safari tour of Monarto Zoo's rarely-seen giraffe enclosure provides visitors with close encounters while raising awareness about the species and conservation efforts. During the tour, your keeper/guide offers fact and anecdotes about the zoo's giraffes and encourages photos. Trained staff are on hand at all times to ensure the safety and comfort of both animals and visitors.View Tour
Lions at Bedtime and a day at Monarto Zoo
$ 119
1 Hour 30 Minutes Zoo Tickets & Passes
Experience a side of the Monarto Zoo rare to visitors with an admission ticket that includes a behind-the-scenes look at lion conservation efforts. In addition to providing facts and anecdotes about the species, your keeper/guide invites you to assist in the lions' feeding time. An easy 1-hour drive from downtown Adelaide, this Monarto Zoo experience is a popular choice for families.View Tour
Werribee Open Range Zoo General Admission
$ 27
3 Hours Zoo Tickets & Passes Free Cancellation
Spot Aussie icons like kangaroos, koalas and emu, as well as exotic beasts like lions, gorillas and meerkats on a thrilling family day trip to the Werribee Open Range Zoo. Hop on an open-window bus for a 40-minute safari tour and get up close to giraffes, rhinos, zebras, camels and more. Then, explore the rest of the park on foot, and walk the boardwalk above the hippo pool, enjoy zookeeper talks and presentations, or make the most of the kid's play areas.View Tour
Rhino Interactive and a day at Monarto Zoo
$ 100
1 Hour Zoo Tickets & Passes
The largest open-range zoo in the world, Monarto Zoo, is just under 40 miles east of Adelaide. On this behind the scenes experience, though, you don't just explore the Zoo's 3,700+ acres of free-roaming animals - you can get up close and personal. Meet the Zoo's endangered Black Rhino and Southern White Rhino, feed them and put them to bed for the evening on this popular interactive experience.View Tour


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Ravanayan Issue 5
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Ravanayan Issue 5
WRITER Vijayendra Mohanty
ARTIST Vivek Goel
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It's known for its chicken, but this Latin American restaurant features an asparagus and avocado wrap for vegetarians that is better than anything served at other establishments that don't serve meat. Fish and meat dishes are also delicious, and the service is in keeping with the high class of the venue. But it's a casual bar too. With a happy hour that brings out the happiness, there is also a nice tapas menu on Sunday.
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Originally from Louisville, Kentucky, Dr. Barnette first came to Samford as an undergraduate. He was inspired by his professors and knew as an undergraduate that he would want to come back to Samford someday. In 1994, Dr. Barnette became Samford's Minister to the University. This job included teaching every semester in the religion department. In 2005, he began to serve as a full-time professor. He now teaches Biblical Perspectives, Preaching, Formation for Christian Ministry, and Missiology. Dr. Barnette says the best way his students learn is in an interactive climate that facilitates good discussions.
Dr. Barnette concentrates his research in the areas of preaching, Christian worship, ministerial formation, and ministerial ethics. In addition to his B.A. from Samford University, he holds his M.Div. and Ph.D. from the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He has contributed to journals including Review and Expositor, Preaching, and Journal of the American Academy of Ministry. He is co-author of Homely Joys, a collection of prayers and poems with his father, Dr. Henlee Barnette, a longtime professor at Southern Seminary.
Dr. Barnette oversees the Samford Preministerial Scholars Program, which offers significant scholarships to students interested in full-time ministry.
In addition to his work at Samford, Dr. Barnette serves as Senior Pastor at Brookwood Baptist Church in Mountain Brook. A frequent speaker at ministerial conferences, Dr. Barnette has preached for Day 1 (formerly The Protestant Hour), a weekly radio broadcast to over 200 stations in America and overseas. He is also a member on the Advisory Board of Day 1.
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donderdag 19 september 2013
FOF: Oh, so tiny!
Well, no... Not really. But tomorrow I will probably not get any blogging done, so I though I'd do it today for you guys.
This week FOF is themed! Everything is very, very tiny!
Remember me mentioning the new CAL from FreshStitches? Well, this week it has ended and I am showing off my tiny-a-long projects to you!
First of all we have a little butterfly:
This little cutie, Muriel, has made onto my list of favorites... Will definitely make another of these, and another...
I made Muriel using Catania Fine and a 2mm hook :)
Then now, my biggest challenge: I made a little animal with DMC embroidery floss! Wow, that was tiny... And a little slippery... And sometimes a bit of a pain for my fingers...
But I so like the end result; definitely worth it:
A mini-cow! Jackie has one, almost two, big brother(s)... I still have to photograph them together, and I promise to show you that picture sometime! :)
For this project I used a 1,5mm hook. Meanwhile though, I have managed to get my hands on a 0.5mm hook, so I definitely have to give that a try some day. How tiny will that be?
And my last project is the smallest... But with this one I had a different approach.
It is also made with Catania Fina and a 2mm, but I sorta halved the pattern: that makes is double tiny!
Isn't my Mixtro Mini-Monster not incredibly cute? Nothing monstrous about this, right?
For this one I am 100% sure there will be more... They are such a fantastic little present as a key chain :)
At this moment I am not sure whether or not I will have something to show you next Friday... But I will definitely fill you in on my WIPs on Wednesday. See you then!
Friday morning (probably) you will find more WIPs at Tami's Amis, so check it out!
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United are 11/8 favourites to beat Oldham Athletic at Glanford Park this Saturday with Football League sponsors Sky Bet.The 13th placed Iron face off against 22nd placed Oldham and the bookmakers have priced the away side at 2/1 to win, whilst a draw is 23/10.
Nick Daws' team head into the fixture on a home run of four unbeaten, with two straight victories, and are looking to bounce back from last weekend's defeat at Fleetwood Town.
Their opponents also head into the game in good form of their own, despite being in the relegation zone in League One. They are unbeaten in five games and won 2-1 away at Peterborough United last weekend.
Irishman Paddy Madden scored in the last outing against Oldham and also scored last weekend against Fleetwood. He is priced at 4/1 to score the first goal of the afternoon and is 11/8 to score at any time throughout the match.
For fans that are confident that Madden can add to his 15 goals in League One this season, you can also back him to score and the Iron to win at 11/4.
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Ask singer/songwriter, Linda Sylvester, how she feels about releasing her first solo album entitled "AWAKENINGS" and she can sum it up in one word...""Excited!!!"" It is no surprise considering original songs have been pouring through her for nearly two decades.
"AWAKENINGS" is a collection of original songs about love, letting go, forgiveness, growth, reality, illusion, and life - all experiences leading to an "awakening" to what is real, what is important, and what remains.
Linda's captivating and eclectic style of music reflects her loving appreciation of artists and genres of music from all over the world. Her voice is rich and her lyrics are penetrating, drawing in the listeners and leaving them wanting more.
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Post Office Investment Schemes and their Features
Indian mind set operates on securing the future, thus there are several investment schemes and plans that are reachable to even economically weaker section.
Post office monthly income scheme account (MIS)
- This scheme offers fixed monthly income upon the investment made by the investor
- Any individual can open the MIS account single or joint, a child above the age of 10 can also make an investment and operate the account.
- This scheme offers an interest rate of around 8% payable monthly until the maturity period.
- An individual can invest with a minimum amount of Rs. 1500 and a maximum of 4 lakhs in single and double the amount for a joint account.
- An investor can hold multiple accounts with a total combined amount of 4 lakhs.
- Premature withdrawals charge a certain percentage on a penalty.
- Accounts can be transferred from one post office to another.
- This scheme doesn't offer tax benefit, the interest received monthly is also taxable.
Post Office Recurring Deposit Account
- This scheme offers investment for a fixed period of 5 years that can be continued for next 5 years or can be continued year to year.
- It offers an interest ranging between 6.8 %-7.4 %. However, it keeps changing.
- You can start the investment with as low as 10 rs and can invest in multiples of 5. There is no maximum limit defined for this investment.
- You have the option to open the joint account.
- The account can be transferred anywhere across India.
- If you miss your investment there is a minimal penalty charged.
- There is a flexibility in withdrawal. After a year a certain amount can be withdrawn.
- Income is taxable with no tax benefits.
Post Office time Deposit Account
- It is a scheme offering different tenure options for investment. It can be a year, 2 years and so on depending on the investor's preference. Interest rates vary with the respect to the length of tenure. Longer tenure offers a higher interest rate.
- You can open multiple accounts.
- You can open the account as a single holder or a joint holder.
- Accounts are transferrable across India.
- On the maturity of the timely deposit, the account will be renewed automatically for the same time duration and the same interest.
- This post office scheme offers tax benefits under section 80C of Income tax act provided the deposit tenure is 5 years.
- This scheme is similar to the bank fixed deposit, however, there is a difference in interest rate.
Senior Citizen Saving Scheme (SCSS)
- Minimum age to make investments under this scheme is 60 years. In case someone takes voluntary retirement after 55 years age can also open the account after receiving the retirement benefits.
- The amount should not exceed the total amount received on retirement.
- Investment can be done in multiples of Rs. 1000, however, the total amount combining all the accounts should not exceed 15 lakh. The amount might change with the revision in schemes.
- You can hold an individual account or joint account with your spouse.
- This scheme offers an interest rate of 8.5% quarterly that is variable.
- The maturity of deposit is 5 years.
- There is penalty charged in case of premature withdrawals.
- The account can be extended for 3 more years after its maturity.
- Interest paid is taxable beyond 10,000. However, TDS is applicable under section 80C.
- It's a suitable option for senior citizen for capital gains as well as monthly income.
Public provident fund (PPF)
- It is a long term investment for as long as 15 years or more and offered at high interest rate of around 8 %.
- Investments can be in the form of monthly instalments or a collective amount invested annually.
- You can invest the maximum amount of 1.5 lakh. PPF qualifies for a tax deduction and the interest earned is completely tax free.
- It is a single holder account.
- The account can further be extended for 5 more years after 15 years of maturity.
- There is no pre-closure option, however, withdrawal is permitted after 7 years.
This account can be opened at the banks also, the process remains the same. It can be changed in between from post office to bank or vice-versa. Since it is a long term investment on reasonable interest rates and also tax free, most of the people make the investment under this scheme and draw the maximum benefits.
National saving certificate (NSC)
- This scheme offers a maturity period of 5 years and interest as high as 8 %.
- Minimum investment amount is Rs. 100 and further can be in multiple of 100.
- It can be opened under a single holder.
- This certificate is eligible for tax exemption under section 80C and can be used as a collateral for taking loans.
- Certificates are transferable only once within the tenure.
Post office schemes have different benefits catering to different sections, therefore people who wish to make small investments and savings prefer a scheme under post office investments and gain benefits if not high benefits but definitely some gains.


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Jirrbal's Betty Cashmere wins WTMA's People. Country. Culture. Award
The North Queensland Land Council would like to congratulate Jirrbal Traditional Owner, Elizabeth 'Betty' Cashmere who was awarded the People. Country. Culture. award at the Wet Tropics Management Authority's Cassowary Awards.
Betty is a strong voice for the Jirrbal people, advocating strongly for the aspirations of her people on country. She holds, and willingly shares, a great depth and breadth of knowledge about her beloved Jirrbal country within the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area. Betty plays a strong role in the region through her Aboriginal art and tour guiding businesses, fulfilling her role as cultural heritage officer for Wabubadda Aboriginal Corporation RNTBC and contributing to a wide range of committees, corporations and organisations. She is dedicated to protecting and caring for her country, while ensuring cultural knowledge is passed onto the next generation.
NQLC would also like to congratulate fellow nominees for the People. Country. Culture. award, Jenny Joyce-Daley and Barry Hunter Jnr. Jenny Joyce-Daley is a Mamu Traditional Owner and a passionate advocate in creating long-term and sustainable outcomes for all Mamu people. Jenny's specific passion is creating a future for Mamu youth, providing opportunities to participate at all levels of community, as well as opportunities for remaining on country for work, rather than having to move elsewhere to make a living. Jenny volunteers her time and knowledge, progressing many projects for the Mamu people by developing positive partnerships with a focus on inclusiveness.
Barry Hunter Jnr. is a Djabugay Traditional Owner and cultural leader who has worked in land management and cultural development for over 26 years. Through his experience in a range of conservation planning processes including with Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service, Barry has fostered diverse networks across the community, the research sector, government and industry. Barry has taken a lead role in developing the Djabugay Bulmba Bama Plan to provide a path to joint management of the Din Din Barron Gorge National Park, ensuring genuine engagement with the Djabugay community throughout the process.
There are many Rainforest people who work tirelessly for the benefit of Wet Tropics and its people, and these three are doing just that. They are leaders within their communities and they are a wonderful inspiration to all of us.
NQLC proudly sponsored the People-Country-Culture category of the Cassowary Awards for the second year running, giving our Chair Lady, Kaylene Malthouse, great pleasure in presenting the award on the night.
Around 250 guests attended the awards ceremony at Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park. In addition to People-Country-Culture, there were nine other categories being celebrated. Thorsborne Award for Community Conservation & Rehabilitation; Tourism and Presentation; Innovation; Education; Community Champions; Local Government & Industry Initiatives; Climate Change Leadership; Young Cassowary Award and Chair's Award. NQLC congratulates all of the 50 nominees and especially the 10 award recipients, on their invaluable contributions to culture, conservation, community and innovation.
About the Cassowary Awards
The Wet Tropics Management Authority's Cassowary Awards were established in 1999 to celebrate and support the outstanding contributions made towards the conservation and preservation of the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area.
The Awards seek to recognise exceptional conservation efforts from a diverse range of individuals, groups and organisations including farmers, conservationists, students and educational bodies as well as scientists, artists and tourism operators.


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How does yoga build up muscle strength, whilst also increase the range of motion and flexibility? It's all about balance and stability.
Yoga postures which are designed to improve balance have the beneficial side effect of also improving other aspects. They will naturally work to improve your range of motion and the strength of your muscles. While you're concentrating on the swaying of your body, your muscles naturally get stronger. This happens as a result of the length of time that you hold your balance-improving poses.
Some poses for balance improvement require you to squat or lunge, which further works to strengthen your leg muscles. Yoga poses are based largely on stretching for the entire body. This has the effect of improving the range of motion of your joints, too. As balance improves, so does flexibility, because the joints are also getting the pose benefits. Due to the increased range of motion, your balance improves since you won't fall as easily. And if it you did fall over (Which happens often in a yoga class!) your body will be strong enough to withstand the dangers of sustaining injuries.
Core strength
A strong core is central to a healthy yoga practice. Core stability is also crucial for good physical balance, as the core muscles work together to hold our bodies upright. This includes the muscles of the pelvic floor. By improving the strength and stability of the core abdominal and pelvic muscles, yoga facilitates the ability to balance. This also involves muscles in the diaphragm, which are also engaged when breathing. Everything in the body is connected, and yoga ensures that every muscle is coordinated to function as a whole, rather than targeting single body parts or muscle groups.
Stability of the joints
Good balance requires stable joints, particularly in the hip, knee, ankle and foot. This is where the weight is carried. So a poor connection of the feet to the ground due to turning inwards, pronating or weak muscles will affect the balance. Weakness or de-stabilisation in the ankles through injury, bad posture or illness will have the same impact.
Knees are particularly vulnerable joints. Painful knees will directly impact the ability to balance and move with ease. In addition, we have natural tendencies to shift the weight to the healthy leg when we feel pain, which in turn removes balance because we are trying (Sometimes not even consciously) to balance on one leg.
Hips deserve a chapter all to themselves. We have become a sedentary species. And sitting too much is not great if we are trying to improve our balance. (Although sitting in itself, done properly, is an act of balance in it's own right.) Suffice it to say that badly aligned hips, a painful sacrum or sacroiliac joint, or injuries to the lumbar spine all contribute to a lack of balance and difficulties in moving forward unaided.
Fortunately, yoga is a great way of engaging all the muscles in the lower extremities and the lower back. Through the standing, kneeling and bending postures, all the muscles and joints are put into motion. The benefits of yoga for strong legs and hips are multiple and it is proven that a prolonged yoga practice will in turn prolong mobility, and alongside it balance.
Yoga for balance
Given all the above, a regular practice of yoga will definitely go a long way to improve balance, whilst also building strength in the body and keeping the joints mobile. In fact, the practice of yoga itself is about gaining balance between mind and body, passive and active, hard and soft, strong and flexible. Balance embodies not only the physical, but the spiritual and emotional context of yoga. Investing in a regular practice will pay dividends in the long term. As in all things where the body is concerned, there is no quick fix solution.
Eventually, the body learns to hold itself with strength and poise, to release tension and to keep the joints moving smoothly.


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In a nutshell
This study examined if single fraction, high dose brachytherapy for low and medium risk prostate cancer is safe and effective. This study concluded that this treatment for prostate cancer is safe and effective, however, it should not be used outside of clinical trials.
Some background
Prostate cancer can be treated using surgery or radiation therapy. Brachytherapy treats prostate cancer by inserting a radioactive implant device into the cancer tissue. The radiation can be delivered as a low-dose (several days or longer) or high-dose (for a few minutes) treatment. This depends on the length of time the radioactive implant remains in the cancer tissue.
It is not known if one high dose brachytherapy treatment for prostate cancer is safe and effective in the long term.
Methods & findings
68 patients with low- and medium-risk prostate cancer were included in this study. They were followed up for an average of 3.9 years. Patients had the radioactive implant surgically inserted. One fraction of high-dose (19 Gy) brachytherapy was delivered.
The estimated 5-year survival rate without return of the cancer was 77.2%. This was similar in patients who had both low and intermediate risk cancer. 18.8% of patients had a return of the cancer localized to the prostate. This occurred on average 4 years after treatment.
Common chronic (occurring over a long time) side effects of this treatment included frequent urination (35.3%) and difficulty passing urine (33.8%). Other genital and urinary tract side effects were seen in 42.6% of patients. Most of these side effects were mild and moderate.
The bottom line
This study concluded that single fraction, high dose brachytherapy for prostate cancer is safe. However, the authors suggested that the dose used may not be adequate to use, as the rate of relapse was higher than expected.
The fine print
This study included a small number of patients, larger studies are needed.
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International journal of radiation oncology, biology, physics
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Feb 13, 2019
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The Story of
West Place
Our Mission
West Place Animal Sanctuary is a 501©(3) non-profit founded by Executive Director, Wendy Taylor, in 2007 to provide housing, food and medical care for injured and orphaned wild waterfowl and wild game birds as well as farm animals and elderly horses that are victims of cruelty and neglect, furnishing both short-term and long-term care.
In the decade since its incorporation, West Place has helped hundreds of wildlife and dozens of farm animals each year to get a second chance at life.
Located on an 8-acre historic farm property (the Dr. Samuel West Place) and surrounded by 700 acres of preserve old-growth woodlands (Weetamoo Woods) and pastures (Pardon Gray Preserve), West Place is ideally situated in the rural and agrarian community of South Tiverton, Rhode Island.
West Place animals participate in educational programs and community service activities, events and projects. These civic engagement opportunities help us educate the public about animal care, and about injured, disabled or abused animals and their abilities to recover, adapt and thrive either in the wild or in the care of animal welfare organizations like ours.
Painful beginnings
What is now a mature organization run with the assistance of over a dozen volunteers and a board of directors, had a very humble start...
In 2003, the future founder of West Place suffered a devastating loss in which nine of her beloved pets, a Doberman named Dobie, a Black Lab named Jake, her cats Alec, Mulder, Tweak, Maizey, Bailey and Stewart, perished in a house fire.
Equally heartbreaking was the loss of her beloved goat, Mo, that day as well. Many months prior, Mo lost the ability to walk. Several vets diagnosed him, all with different beliefs. The majority felt he had CAE, a debilitating goat disease for which there is no cure, and she was told to euthanize him. She refused to believe they were right, and ultimately after many months, got him correctly diagnosed by Tufts Animal Hospital. He had a septic abscess on his spine at C1-C2. Surgery was costly and risky but, thanks to the skill and care taken, was wonderfully successful. Mo's recuperation was a six week stay at Tufts, undergoing physical therapy to strengthen his atrophied muscles so that he could learn to walk again. When Wendy could no longer afford the cost, she brought him home... two weeks before the fire. She continued his physical therapy and care, turning an area in her kitchen into his 'sickbay.' Two days before the fire, Mo's companion, Zelle, was brought in to see him for the first time in months. Their reunion was priceless, and the next day, Mo walked for the very first time in almost a year. His steps were slow and calculated but with the promise of his favorite crackers he made it clear across the room. He was truly on the road to recovery and the doctors at Tufts were both shocked and thrilled. Their expectation was to publish Mo's successful surgery and outcome in a veterinary journal, but sadly, that hope came to an end just one day later as Mo perished in the devastating fire that destroyed so much.
Wendy needed to find a way to right this horrible wrong and to help other animals by giving back. A friend suggested that she start a foundation to support animal organizations. A wonderful idea, but she needed to be more involved; more 'hands-on.' After rebuilding her home, she desired to create a safe-haven for animals and she trained to become a wildlife rehabilitator, and by sub-permitting through the RI Department of Environmental Management, she turned her property into the spacious and thriving sanctuary it is today.
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Our mission is expanding since we are now an Official Resource Partner for the ASPCA. The exotic birds we recently took in from them enhanced our mission statement and we are now on-call for farm animal cruelty cases in New England that are responded to by the ASPCA. We look forward to continuing to offer our assistance and expertise in their efforts.
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For this week's column, I had the privilege of interviewing former Town Goalkeeper Clive Baker (pictured) whilst I also recalled the playing days of Mick Burns who played for both Ipswich and Preston as a connection of both clubs prior to our FA Cup replay at Preston on Tuesday night.
In my column last week, I wrote how history did not bode well for our replay chances and went on to say: "I have my doubts now whether we'll get through this year (after our 1-1 draw at home to Preston). That's not me being negative, but realistic in the fact that we rarely win away from home on a Tuesday night, less so when we travel up North and almost definitely not against lower league opposition."
It gives me no pleasure in being right and I'll tell you something else. We will not win at Millwall tomorrow as yet again, we are the opposition for a Mnager who is in charge of a game with a 'first up' to look forward to. In this case, it is Ian Holloway's first home game in charge at the New Den.
I'll happily accept that I'm not always right in next week's column if we manage to win!
The stories in this week's column are:
Let's hope for another winning run after defeat to quality QPR…..Comparing today's Town with heroes from 2000…..and Keeper Mick was a special player for both Town and Preston.
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When conducting business abroad, you need to be sure of receiving payments for goods sold. Otherwise, you risk being violated when supplying goods without pay. Here is where a letter of credit comes in.
A Letter of Credit, LC also called the documentary of credit, or a banker's commercial credit, is simply a document that is issued by a bank of a buyer, to the one of a seller in a different country that payment is made as long as all the agreed conditions above are met.
A letter of credit falls under the financial law. It is simply a form of the position that gives a seller a form of guarantee that as long they do not violate the terms of sales, they will receive payment by the bank upon recoupment of a letter of credit.
Benefits of a Letter of Credit
Here are a few benefits of a Letter of Credit to both the supplier, the buyer and the other parties involved;
To The Seller
More Confidence Means More Transactions
When conducting international trade, letters of credit gives a seller the confidence that as long as they do not breach the terms of the contract they will always get paid. This is the required for trade.
When conducting business, especially with new clients, businesses always do not give goods on credit. This is because it is very difficult to know really if the customer is creditworthy.
Repeat customers, however, can also try to take advantage of their reputation and end up taking goods on credit and either hold payment or not pay in the long run.
With a letter of credit, however, you are sure to get paid in cash thus reducing the risk of bad debt.
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Letters of Credits, LCs have really made international trade easier and more efficient. This is by ensuring an efficient method in which money is transacted between the seller and the buyer fostering strong institutions and globalization as a whole.
This has enabled the business to grow and look for markets both locally and internationally making them grow. This efficiency has also reduced the recourses wasted in resolving issues legally or any other misunderstandings as buyers are able to assure sellers pay for the goods sold.
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Philosophy is one of the most overlooked fields of intellectual study. You attach your own personal philosophy to nearly every decision you make, whether it is conscious or subconscious.
It's a thought-provoking topic that yes, you can try to ignore, but no, will not be able to escape. Inevitably after accepting philosophy as an everyday feature of your life the question of which philosophy to follow arises.
However, before attempting to answer this daunting question, it's essential to learn what philosophy actually is. The complex nature of this inquiry begins with the definition of philosophy itself being a philosophical question. In fact, scholars have debated the precise meaning for centuries. In this case, for the sake of moving the discussion forward, I will continue on the premise that philosophy is defined as "The study of the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence, especially when considered as an academic discipline."
When discussing philosophy in such a broad manner, as defined above, it is necessary to split your research into categories. While the choice of philosophic categories is partially subjective, common topics include metaphysics, epistemology, logic, ethics, politics, and aesthetics. I'll briefly touch upon each of these categories in hopes to further your understanding of this highly interesting and important field.
Metaphysics, first and foremost, is all that has to do with the concept of being. It dives into what reality is and how it operates. This discipline is truly expansive, as it even attempts to examine topics beyond human nature such as gods. Other subtopics within metaphysics include free will vs determinism, time and identity.
Metaphysical views range, but some of the most prevalent include a view that everything we see is essentially a dream, another view that follows traditional religion stating that there is a reality but also a "beyond", and a view that all that is real is in front of us.
Common metaphysical questions include, but are not limited to:
- What is "reality"?
- What is the origin of this "reality"?
- Are there material objects?
- How does something come to exist?
In its simplest form, epistemology is the study of knowledge. It starts from a very basic structure of what knowledge is and gets to a very complicated state of trying to find the framework from which knowledge comes from.
Many philosophers note a strong link between ones metaphysical and epistemological world views. For instance, if you view a god looming above all of us, you will logic to deduce that the same god is the stem of all of our knowledge.
Epistemological questions include, but are not limited to:
- Is knowledge of any kind possible?
- What distinguishes knowledge from belief?
- Which things can we know with certainty?
- What knowledge is present at birth?
Logic is the basis of what we see as truth, or in laymen's terms, the study of reason. Aristotelian based logic seeks to determine what good reasoning is, as opposed to bad reasoning.
It tells us what makes a good argument sound, and what makes a bad argument weak. Logic is upheld on various fallacies like the straw man, slippery slope, and bandwagon. The way we deduct valid arguments is through set logic systems which include consistency, soundness and completion.
Logic-based questions include, but are not limited to:
- Under what conditions does a given argument for any conclusion actually prove that conclusion?
- Can we quantify over absolutely everything, that is, over an inextensible universe of discourse?
Ethics, often substituted for "morality", studies the concepts of right and wrong behavior. Ethical questions strike to the heart of every persons core and often become very emotional.
Ethics as a system is present in every day life. Your ethical nature effects how you choose to interact with animals, fellow people, etc. Above individual people, we as a collective often try to create ethical structures within our justice system, governments, and wars.
Ethics-based questions include, but are not limited to:
- When, if ever, is taking a human life justified?
- Are ethics and religion tied? If so, what religion? Does this make non-religious people less ethical?
- Do all animals have rights? Are those rights equal or imbalanced?
- Is justice a construct or existent in nature?
Political philosophy's goal is to define and determine the best way to order ourselves in our given community. One attaches their view on governments to the previously mentioned disciplines like metaphysics, logic, and ethics. Different views of these topics can affect the power and education systems, along with treatment of people.
Political philosophy questions include, but are not limited to:
- Are governments necessary?
- What is the role of a government?
- What is the best government structure?
Perhaps the most overlooked category in philosophy is aesthetics, or the study of art. This field raises questions about different ways to look at and feel about art in ourselves and in a larger context.
Many see art in a variety of ways, but it includes beauty, emotion, or even forms of edification, critique or thought.
Aesthetic philosophy questions include, but are not limited to:
- What is art?
- What is the role of art in society?
- Can art alter our nature?
Please note that the information listed above is purely an overview, just scratching the surface of ever-growing philosophical questions we encounter. I encourage everyone to not only think about the topics listed above, but also to conduct your own research regarding these topics to truly immerse yourself in philosophy as a whole.
There is tremendous power associated with harnessing and interpreting philosophy, whether it be internally or in your society. Use this aptitude to improve your life, as well as others.
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I agree with Joseph that Art is a loose term. I think that just because we categorize something as one label, it doesn't mean it can't be also another. I think that it should be considered an Art.
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TAIPEI, , November 19, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- GigaMedia Limited (NASDAQ: GIGM) today announced that its Chief Executive Officer Collin Hwang has purchased a total of 858,412 shares of GigaMedia stock at an average price of $0.58 during the period between November 9, 2015 and November 16, 2015. The purchases were made during an open window period and in full compliance with all company and legal guidelines.
Collin Hwang, CEO of the Company, stated " Due to the the rapid changes and instability in global economic condition, we had to re-evaluate our moving forward strategy. On the other hand, we keep the cash in hand and will continue to look for potential investment opportunities which could bring consistent revenue and profits to the Company. At present, our company's net cash value is about US$1.2 per share and around 90% of the cash is in US dollar which is getting strong but we are able to minimize the loss on currency exchange. In addition to the aforementioned, I do believe that our company's current stock price is far more undervalued. And that's why I purchased more our company's shares on the market."
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Si & Veronica recovered after our Music Midtown festival weekend to bring you our 78th (that looks so weird, right?) episode! We will be giving thanks for a lot great music this November with Rihanna, Drake, The Weeknd AND MORE all slated to have albums dropping then. What a nice bday gift for Si! Vee's girl Lizzo let her hanger get the best of her by going off on twitter about her Postmates driver… but she did apologize and delete the tweets. The pod duo is uneasy about there being a whole tour for a hologram Whitney Houston. Vee went "Yikes!" to her mans Joe Keery aka Steve "The Hair" Harrington on Stranger Things cutting his hair into some haphazard bangs. Her real yikes was to SNL firing Shane Gillis only four days after he was hired because of his plethora of racist and bigoted content. What does it mean when someone texts only "super hectic" to your conversation starter? We break it down. Paradise is closed and so are some relationships from the beach. Blake made a fool of himself in the hot seat but at least we had Demi and Kristian's cuteness as a palate cleanser! Look back on our Instagram stories/highlights for our #TipsyTalks commentary on it! Join us for what is always a good time and leave us a rating and review for a shoutout! Thanks to you all who have subscribed!
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