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Scottish Innovative Student Award (SISA)
Scottish Innovative Student Award (SISA)
What is it?
SISA is a new awards programme that develops innovation skills in students and issues certificates for each stage completed. SIE is running the programme in partnership with four of Scotland's Innovation Centres (Digital Health and Care Institute, CENSIS, The Datalab and the Construction Scotland Innovation Centre).
Why participate?
The businesses of the future require employees and entrepreneurs to have innovation and enterprise skills such as creativity, problem solving and the ability to communicate well.
Participating in SISA will enhance a student's ability to stand out in the graduate recruitment market, and develop future-ready skills that will open up new career opportunities. They will learn how they can embrace the opportunities and challenges of the Fourth Industrial Revolution as innovative employees or as future entrepreneurs.
SISA provides an opportunity for students to:
- recognise the innovation skills they have developed within the curriculum (level 1)
- build on these skills and apply them to societal challenges in multidisciplinary teams (level 2)
- demonstrate an intent to innovate and take action (level 3).
Level 1 – Future Thinkers
This is delivered within the curriculum by SIE or by course lecturers. Your lecturer will tell you if your course is eligible. Students must apply online for their Level 1 certificate, and demonstrate their understanding by answering the question 'What new thing did you learn and how does that relate to the future and to your future?'
Apply here for your Level 1 certificate
Level 2 – Innovation Catalysts
Open to students who have already achieved a Level 1 certificate and are interested in new ideas and making them happen. Successful applicants will attend a one-day workshop (16th November 2019 or 29th February 2020) that will allow them to enhance and develop their innovation competencies by working in multidisciplinary teams on a topical social and economic challenge.
This year the challenge being set, The Future of our Resources, has been inspired by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The Scottish Government was one of the first to sign up to the goals in 2015, and in 2018 it issued the National Performance Framework as a blueprint for implementing these goals at national and local levels. You can find more information on the SDGs here.
The SDGs recognise that ending poverty and deprivation must go hand in hand with strategies that improve health and education, reduce inequality, and spur economic growth, all while tackling climate change and working to preserve our oceans and forests. Therefore, by taking part in SISA Level 2 Day, you and your fellow students will have the opportunity to play an important role in the implementation of these goals. You will act as catalysts for change to develop new ideas that have the potential to ensure that no one is left behind as the UN and Scottish Government work to secure their vision of a sustainable future for all.
The workshops will take place in Glasgow & Dundee, and successful applicants will have their travel costs reimbursed.
Apply here to participate in Level 2
Level 3 – Innovation Champions
For this advanced level, students must complete an online worksheet demonstrating their ability to apply the innovation process to their own project, which may be curricular or extra-curricular.
Successful applicants will receive recognition as an Innovation Champion and will be able to access support tailored to their needs in order to advance their idea, such as:
- Access to unique opportunities including invitations to relevant events
- Introductions to industry contacts
- Specialist advice on your project from SIE and Innovation Centres business advice, etc.
(Online applications for SISA Level 3 will open in November).
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|Communications Manager
|Full-time, Fixed-Term Contract (2 Years)
|Reporting to
|Head of Programmes, Partnerships & Operations
|Leave allowance
|25 days plus the days between Christmas and the New Year
Introduction & Job Overview
The Royal African Society (RAS) is Britain's prime Africa organisation, based in London. Our goal is to promote Africa globally in the fields of business, politics, academia, arts and education. As a membership society, we disseminate knowledge and insight and provide networks and culture. We work to promote understanding and equitable relations between Britain, Africa and the rest of the world, developing platforms for dialogue and interaction.
The Communications Manager will be responsible for managing a co-ordinated approach to the RAS' communications and marketing activity across the organisation's different programmes and projects. In charge of the digital infrastructure across RAS, s/he will be responsible for the implementation of the 'Go Digital' cross-cutting theme of the current Strategic Development Plan 2016-2020. This strategic goal aims to raise the overall profile of the RAS, projecting a positive and consistent message to the world, and includes two main projects: the re-development of the RAS site and the implementation of the Salesforce CRM system. In addition, the Communications Manager will also have responsibility for the content management and continued development of What's on Africa. The Communications Manager will report to the Head of Programmes, Partnerships & Operations.
Main Responsibilities
Communications & Marketing
· Work collaboratively with Design Agency D237 on the redevelopment of the RAS site
· Manage relationship with RAS website hosting companies and digital support services
· Assist in the production of the annual report in time for the AGM in June 2017
· Work with HoPPOs to develop a marketing strategy & timeline for the year
· Produce RAS marketing material, including print, online, audio & video content
· Write & edit engaging content for the RAS website and its various social media channels
· Co-ordinate the effective use of newsletters to promote RAS across all its programmes
· Write press releases for specific events and secure media coverage of RAS activities
· Work with Events Programme Manager to promote the RAS' public events programme
· Support the development and implementation of marketing strategies for both Africa Writes and Film Africa & maintain year-round engagement on social media
Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
· Manage Salesforce as the central database of RAS members, experts & contacts
· Manage relevant Salesforce data including Press, Marketing & Advertising contacts
· Manage the relationship with chosen CRM support company
What's On Africa
· Manage the maintenance of regular event listings on What's On Africa
· Manage and develop advertising partnerships through What's On Africa
· Manage relationships with regular contributors for What's On Africa
· Develop content for the What's On Africa blog on relevant topics
Financial Management, Fundraising & Partnerships
· Manage the annual Communications and Marketing budget
· Support fundraising efforts for programmes and activities across the RAS
· Develop new partnerships to enhance the influence and reputation of the RAS
· Manage and develop relationships with advertising partners & other organisations
Person Specification
The following are essential requirements
|Skills & Abilities
|Excellent and versatile communication, relationship-building and interpersonal skills
|Excellent writing skills with ability to produce good, creative copy to deadlines
|Excellent organisational and project management skills
|Ability to work independently and as part of a small, collaborative team
|Ability to undertake research, process technical information & strong attention to detail
|Personal Attributes
|Entrepreneurial spirit and creative approach
|Confident networker and social media user
|Interest in African issues and the work of the Royal African Society
|Commitment to the values and ethos of the Royal African Society
|Experience of content management systems, particularly WordPress
|Experience of Salesforce as a Customer Relationship Management system
|Experience of using email marketing platforms (Mailchimp or similar)
|Experience of design programmes (Photoshop, InDesign)
|Experience of creating social media and marketing strategies
To apply, please email firstname.lastname@example.com with your CV and a covering letter explaining why you think you are suitable for the job addressing the points in the person specification above. The extended closing date for applications is 5PM on Tuesday 31st January 2017. If shortlisted, you will be notified by Wednesday 8th February 2017.
Candidates should have the right to live and work in the UK and must be available for interview on Wednesday 15th February 2017. Expected start date is as soon as possible thereafter. N.B. Due to the large number of applications we usually receive, we will only be contacting applicants shortlisted for an interview.

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Subaru Advanced Tourer – New Sport Car
According to the Subaru's press releases, the new concept car that was presented not so long ago gave a start to begin the production of a new generation of sports cars of the Subaru marquee of aggregates in the C-class. "Such innovation is primarily intended to significantly improve the performance of cars and allow the driver to enjoy his ride", said the designers of the company. The novelty introduced a completely new body design. A unique system of opening doors, with both passenger and driver's side, makes it possible to view the entire vehicle. At the same time the front door opens upwards, like most sports cars.
The new concept from Subaru, the Advanced Tourer got the upgraded spare parts and first of all the engine. Subaru engineers have equipped this great car with a horizontally-opposed turbocharged engine with a displacement of just 1.6 liters, seems not that much, but it's quite enough for the enjoyable ride in this car. The power unit in the Subaru Advanced Tourer works with robotic gearbox. As always, Subaru remained the all-wheel drive with this great model. Additional power source for the engine is given by a lithium-ion battery that was installed in the car. If you would like to know, how much will this performance and new engine cost, you have a bad luck, as the company does not yet give any figures as they say that they have not yet completed the full testing of the model.


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The Magpul MBUS Pro Front Sight is an all steel siding option that is corrosion resistant and built to provide functionality and strength. It is a relatively small sight that does not reduce the shooter's view excessively and it provides a number of excellent features. The sight has windage adjustable rear, dual aperture, no tool adjustments, and has an elevation adjustable front. The sight works extremely well with the 1913 Picatinny rail mounting systems. This includes rail-height gas blocks. They are easily adjustable and the perfect height when in use, and are able to be stowed away for those times when you do not need them.
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NOTE: Because of UPS's shipping policy to HI and AK, Streicher's is not able to ship ammunition to these states. All ammunition must ship via ground shipping. Shipping costs are based on total dollar of the order. Standard ground shipping cost is $6.99 on order totals up to $99 then free ground shipping after that. Expedited shipping via air is available for a nominal fee, normal shipping restrictions apply. See our Return & Exchange Procedures.


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Here at Srilanka Share Market, we're on a mission to provide first hand information to those who are willing to invest or trade in Colombo Stock Exchange. Also heading into share market could be scary, but we SriLanka Share Market turn that fear into fun by providing educational, research materials from respectable sources.
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This is the first time I've made a small Treasure Box card in its original size, but I didn't really have a choice - the balloon goes to the edges on three sides.
Well, besides you guys, of course...
I like the holographic shreds and the vellum piece on this card.
Happy Happy Birthday - Treasure Box
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A couple of weekends ago I was very luckily invited to the Bloggers Festival by the lovely Scarlett London which I was super excited about as I couldn't make the last one! The event was held at the gorgeous Conrad Hotel at St James Park which was just beautiful, the event was held downstairs so we descended down the intricate swirled staircase and were greeted with a glass of champagne upon registering. I've been to a few events before but nothing on this scale! The room where it was held was full to the brim with brands and gorgeous bloggers alike. I made my way around the room speaking to the lovely ladies from all kinds of brands (too many to list) and picked up some lovely samples to try along the way. Seriously it was a busy ram packed event and I loved every second of it, plus I got to meet so many new bloggers which was obviously the best part!
And heres what I wore!
Necklace: Topshop // Hat: River Island // Bag: Mulberry
As the Bloggers Festival was a special occasion I wanted to look my best so that meant I spent the week before frantically trying to find something decent to wear. You know how it is, you look in your wardrobe and see the same old same old clothes staring back at you so I wanted something new. If you've read my blog for a while, you will know that I struggle to buy tops, I can find pants, skirts or anything else but I don't know what it is about tops I just really struggle. On a recent last minute shopping spree I searched the shops of Liverpool and literally was on my last legs but as I wandered into Zara this little number caught my eye. It's unlike anything I have in my wardrobe, it's low cut, lacy and pirate-like but I absolutely love it. It was exactly what I was after and as soon as I bought it the rest of the look just kind of came together.
Did you go to the Bloggers Festival? What do you think of this look?


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Share information your way with high-speed copy, print, scan and fax capabilities. The compact and affordable Lanier MP 401SPF Black and White Multifunction Printer lets you easily create, access, protect and distribute your documents with the touch of a button.
· Create, access, protect and distribute information
Make it easy for your workers to speed through copying, printing, scanning and faxing tasks and place information into the hands of those who need it. The compact MP 401SPF Black and White multifunction printer (MFP) fits nearly anywhere, even on a desktop, to support busy individuals, small offices or workgroups.
· Complete tasks in less time
Save time with built-in productivity features. The embedded optical character reader (OCR) option inserts invisible text or metadata on scanned images, so you can search for and retrieve documents in moments. The ID Card Copy feature allows you to scan two-sided documents like patient insurance cards onto a single sheet of paper.
· Be kind to the environment while you're multitasking
The MP 401SPF meets EPEAT® Silver criteria (EPEAT is a global environmental rating system for electronic products) and ENERGY STAR® specifications. The fusing unit only powers up for printing tasks, and default duplex printing saves paper.
· Lock down sensitive information
The ability to share information quickly is a competitive advantage, so do it safely. Ask users to authenticate themselves, so you can monitor who's doing what on the device. Help protect images and data on the hard drive with embedded encryption. The DataOverwriteSecurity System (DOSS) destroys latent hard drive information by overwriting it.
· Access convenient cloud-based services
The optional Integrated Cloud Environment (ICE) service from Ricoh lets your workers access cloud-based services without expensive on-site servers, system integration or software updates.
· Customize device settings
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Digital Pigeon helps make large share files fly
A Melbourne-based business has created the fastest, most reliable file-sending service tailored for businesses where presentation counts.
Aptly called Digital Pigeon, the file-sharing service is the brainchild of Melbourne friends, Stuart Clayton, an Experience Design whiz, and Dan Washusen, a former Microsoft Enterprise Developer, who wanted to eliminate the chore of sharing large files by creating an intuitive and functional service that did the hard work for you.
Dan said the idea came about after his brother, a photographer, related his frustration at sharing large files using existing systems.
"With our Experience Design and IT backgrounds, Stuart and I realised there was an opportunity to provide a file delivery tool specifically built for those that deal with large digital media files quickly, intuitively and beautifully," Dan said.
"Speed is critical to being competitive in this fast-‐paced business world, so we understand how valuable it can be to get media files and documents where you need them fast.
"Digital Pigeon's file-‐sharing service is unique in that it utilises globally-distributed servers based in business centres in the US, Europe, SE Asia and Australia, therefore resulting in much faster uploads and downloads, up to five times faster."
That translates to critical time savings for businesses, only taking 7 mins to send 1GB of files, if you've got a strong internet connection at your end.
"We also wanted to create a service that allowed people to share larger files – Digital Pigeon can send files that are double the size of our competitors, with a maximum file size of 20GB, up to 100GB for bespoke corporate plans," Stuart said.
"On top of that, it is easy to use and there is no need to waste time babysitting your files as they send – you can start uploading and walk away, and check progress, update information and even confirm the send remotely via a mobile app and mobile site," Stuart said.
Other Digital Pigeon features allow you to:
- Queue up multiple sends, and be notified once sent
- Custom brand your pages with your design, logo and colour scheme using an easy-to-use appearance editor
- Receive advanced tracking and notifications so you know what's happening with your files from the moment you press send
- Create individual profiles for everyone in your team for personalised contact and notifications direct to their inbox or phone
- Create a branded upload page and website widget so that you can receive files from anyone by sending them to your upload page
- Trust in bank-grade security for file transfers (SSL Encryption) and storage.
Since it was launched in September 2013, Digital Pigeon has attracted numerous local and international clients from Channel Seven, Shell, Red Bull, Daimler Mercedes and Toyota to photography, video and audio post-production clients such as DDB, Clemenger, Saatchi & Saatchi and Ogilvy working in the advertising and media industry.
"Digital Pigeon often gets used in major movie and TV production, including in the making of one of the Breaking Bad episodes by way of a music licensing company in LA that uses us," Stuart said.
"It is really exciting to see how Digital Pigeon is making life easier for our clients when it comes to file sharing, attracting customers all over the world despite no major launch.
"We are the only Australian company in the sector and the feedback has been overwhelmingly positive."
Dan said Digital Pigeon's mission was to be the fastest and safest file sharer available.
"All of our files feature bank-‐grade encryption in transit and all files are stored encrypted, ensuring end-to-end security. You can even add your own password for extra security," Dan said.
Digital Pigeon offers a variety of plans for personal and professional use, priced from $29 a month. For a free 14-day trial, visit www.digitalpigeon.com.au
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Champneys Essential Spa Day with Lunch for Two at Springs Luxury Spa ResortCode: PCSE2S 9 month validity Leicestershire - Ashby de la Zouch 2 people
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Champneys Essential Spa Day with Lunch for Two at Springs Luxury Spa Resort
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Indulge yourselves with a full day's worth of R&R with this Essential Champneys Day at Springs Luxury Spa Resorts. Discover the contemporary, country style of Springs resort: the UK's first purpose-built health spa is set in 30 acres of pristine open parkland, with surrounding water walkways to add to the tranquillity.
A welcome drink will be waiting for each of you on arrival, before you hit the spa to enjoy the facilities. Take a splash in the pool, sweat out the stresses in the sauna, or cleanse the pores in the steam room. There are also more than 20 exercise classes that you can join on the day.
Lunch is a delicious, three-course buffet affair, with both hot and cold options available. You'll have the rest of the afternoon to yourself, where more escapism is yours to discover.
What's Included?
- Welcome tea or coffee
- Unlimited use of the spa facilities
- Three-course buffet style lunch
- Complimentary Champneys robe and flip-flop hire
- Choice of more than 20 exercise classes
- Experience gift pack including personalised voucher and message card
What happens on the day?
Your pre-booked experience kicks off at 10.00, when you'll be welcomed warmly by one of the team and provided with a tea or coffee.
How you spend your day is up to you, you'll have access to the spa facilities and to over 20 exercise classes on the day. Come lunchtime, you can head over to the restaurant for a three-course buffet lunch, featuring both hot and cold options to enjoy.
After lunch, you'll have more time to relax before you depart at 18.00
Your voucher is valid for 9 months from the date of issue, while government restrictions apply in relation to Covid-19 we are offering free extensions on all experiences so you can take your experience when the time is right.
Participant guidelines
- Minimum age: 16
- 16 to 18 year olds must be accompanied by an over 18 during bootcamp and PT sessions, treatments, use of the facilities and PT session
- Certain treatments are not suitable for pregnant women; please check at the time of booking
- There are ramps at one entrance to enter the building for wheelchair access and there are lifts in order to access the building once inside. There are no hoist facilities for the pool
- The experience content, equipment used and restrictions may vary according to location
This experience is available Sunday to Friday, subject to availability.
If you wish to book a Saturday there will be a £10 pp supplement to pay. Upgrades are subject to availability.
We recommend you book at least four to six weeks in advance to ensure that dates are available. All bookings are subject to availability.
Arrival is at 10.00 and you should allow a full day for this experience.
What about insurance?
The centres contracted with us hold public liability insurance. We also hold contingency liability cover. You will not be liable for accidental damage to equipment, except where damage has been caused as a result of recklessness or wilful negligence.
A cancellation indemnity, subject to terms, is included with every voucher.
How it works
All you have to do is pay for the experience you wish to purchase and we'll send a voucher and booking information to you or directly to the recipient, then you just need to check the info and book your experience.
Packaging and Delivery
Please see the following page for information on our packaging and delivery.
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Leicestershire - Ashby de la Zouch
Please note some locations indicated on the map may not be completely accurate and should not be used when planning directions.
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Sometimes people think that because you work at home, you're not busy. Nothing could be farther from the truth! I've worked in offices, schools, and at home. It's all fun, and it's all hard work. But being an author is different from other jobs I've had. My average day looks something like this:
- 6:00 am: first bark from Phoebe the Labrador followed quickly by second bark from Cola the beagle
- 6:05: stumble out of bed and feed dogs, let out cats, stumble back to bed and try to get back to sleep
- 7:00 Give it up and fix a cup of coffee
- 7:15 Sit with Bob and talk about our day, the news, or simply watch the deer in the yard. He calls me his "coffee mate" and this is our fav time of day.
- 8:00 Walk dogs
- 8:30 Eat breakfast
- 9:00 Write in gratitude journal, check email and update social media
- 10:00 Take a break to do laundry, feed birds, play ball with dog
- 10:15 Start editing the pages I've written the previous day
- 12:15 Lunch break (more dog stuff), chat with Bob, check Twitter or Facebook, read from Bible or other book
- 1:00 Write new pages (I try to write 2,000 words a day, which is about 5 pages)
- 2:30 Go to the gym for an hour
- 3:30 Finish writing those pages
- 4:30 email check and social media, take care of outgoing mail, accounting, pay bills, etc.
- 5:30 make dinner
- 6:30 sneak to the hammock or office and read while Bob does dishes
- 7:30 walk dogs (earlier in the winter)
- 8:00 watch tv together or read, crochet
- 10:30 bedtime
This changes up a bit if I'm editing a book or if I'm travelling, but basically this is what I do every day! And I try very hard to always take Sundays off from work. In fact, I really like taking Saturday off for play time and Sunday off for rest and worship. Makes for a happier writer.
Now how about you? Tell me something about your daily schedule. I draw one winner from each post's comment section. If your name is drawn, I'll send you a paperback book of my choice from my supply closet. If it's one you already have, you can donate the unsigned copy to your local library or a friend. Last post we had two winners–Lori S. and Debbi E.
Announcements for this week:
- Giveaway. My new Rafflecopter giveaway is live, and includes a crocheted lap blanket I made. Check my webpage for details.
- On Sale for a limited time: You can purchase the entire Remnant Series for $7.57 Available everywhere ebooks are sold, but best prices are on Amazon. Books 2 and 3 are only $1.59 each.
- My newest releases, Roswell's Secret will be a featured Kindle Countdown Deal this week. The price will be 99 cents Jan 25-27, $1.99 Jan 27-29 and $2.99 Jan 29-31. After that the price will return to $3.99 (always free if you participate in Kindle Unlimited). Details here.


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Intermittent Fasting: The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to the Intermittent Fasting Diet Lifestyle - Delay Food Don't Deny It: Finally Lose Weight, Burn Fat, Live a Healthier & More Productive Life (Unabridged)
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Everyone seems to be in a rush searching for ways to weight loss nowadays. A myriad of offers covering diets, health and food supplements, physical fitness programs, and various training workshops are flooding the entire health and fitness market. All these entail costs and effort on your part and mostly turn out to be not as effective as these marketers promised in their glamorous ads.
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Bill Clinton, Oprah Winfrey, Gloria Steinem receive Medal of Freedom
Former President Bill Clinton, media mogul Oprah Winfrey and feminist pioneer Gloria Steinem were among those honored with the Presidential Medal of Freedom at the White House.
Pakistani Taliban blamed for international spread of polio virus
Pakistani militants' hard-line stance against vaccine has allowed the virus to migrate to Syria and could bring polio back to other places that had eradicated the disease.
Pakistani militants are being linked to polio's reappearance in Syria.Syria, which had been polio-free since 1999, has a reported 13 polio cases so far this year, the World Health Organisation (WHO) said in a November 12 statement. Genetic sequencing has shown that the strain of virus found in Deir al-Zor Province, Syria, originated from Pakistan. The reasons for blaming the militants are two-fold. First, the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) has been doing everything it can – from attacking and sometimes killing vaccination team members, or threatening parents and their children – to stop Pakistanis in the tribal region from getting the oral polio vaccine (OPV). That campaign has left 1m FATA children vulnerable to the disease, Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) Polio Officer Dr. Muhammand Shoiab said. "Taliban militants are responsible for crippling 43 children in FATA in 2013 and are likely responsible for infecting children in foreign countries" now that the strain has gone beyond Pakistan's borders, Shoiab said, adding that the 43 FATA children could all have been saved had they been vaccinated. Second, militants who receive training in Pakistan can pick up the virus and carry it wherever they go afterward. "Militants have a history of transporting virus to foreign countries," Dr. Mushtaq Khan of Prime Minister Mian Muhammad Nawaz Sharif's Polio Cell said. "The virus often infects children under 5 years old, but it can stay in faecal matter of adults, and then [flies can transmit the virus] to children." "So the argument by the Syrian government blaming the virus transmission on the militants who allegedly went from Pakistan to fight alongside rebels isn't misplaced," Mushtaq said, referring to comments by Syrian Minister of Social Affairs Kindah al-Shammat, who in media reports has blamed jihadists for bringing the virus into Syria. TTP allows polio virus to survive TTP militants have a long history of hampering Pakistan's anti-polio efforts, saying the vaccine is a Western ploy to keep the Muslim population from growing because, the TTP says, the OPV can sterilise those who receive it. In the past year or so, the Taliban have increased efforts to stop the administration of the vaccine, assassinating 30 health workers and policemen who were guarding vaccination teams in KP and Karachi since December 2012. The government has urged the Taliban to end their attacks against vaccinators and to stop terrorising the public and endangering children who go unvaccinated, but they have not relented, WHO Emergency Co-ordinator for Polio Eradication in Pakistan Dr. Elias Durry said. Although the Taliban's opposition to the OPV violates the tenets of Islam, convincing the public to defy the violent militants is difficult, religious scholar Mufti Inamullah Shah told Central Asia Online. "According to Islamic injunctions, we are bound to safeguard our children against diseases," he said. "All parents want to protect their children against disabilities, but they are afraid of the Taliban." Because of the TTP's fierce opposition to the OPV, Pakistan is one of only three countries where polio is still endemic. The other two countries are Nigeria (with 51 reported cases this year) and Afghanistan (9). Pakistan has reported 62 cases this year, already surpassing the total for all of 2012. Ramifications of polio in Syria With polio's reappearance in Syria, WHO fears the malady could spread across the Middle East. Medics detected a virus, closely linked to the one in Syria, in Egypt, Israel and the Palestinian territories over the past year, it said. In response, the group has stepped up efforts to respond should the virus appear elsewhere. Vaccination campaigns are planned to cover 22m children in seven countries and territories, AFP reported earlier in November. Children in impoverished or war-torn areas, such as FATA and Syria, are especially vulnerable to contracting polio, Durry said. "The role of a few endemic countries in reinfection is dangerous," he said, adding that no country is safe as long as the virus circulates somewhere in the world. Pakistan is working to contain further spread of the virus. "We are taking measures to prevent the virus from being transmitted outside our borders," Mushtaq said, noting that the government has instructed provincial governments to set up permanent vaccination counters at airports' international departure lounges to vaccinate everybody against the virus.
Pakistan Shia Genocide: Khanum Tayyaba Bukhari escapes unhurt in Yazidi terrorists attack
www.shiitenews.comEminent female Shia scholar and head of Bokhari Relief Foundation has narrowly escaped being target of Shia Genocide in Multan on Wednesday. Shiite News Correspondent reported here that she came under attack by Yazidi nasbi takfiri terrorists of outlawed Sipah-e-Sahaba (renamed now Ahl-e-Sunnat Wal Jamaat) but she escaped unhurt. Khanum Syeda Tayyaba Bukhari is a prominent highly educated religious scholar, well versed in the Holy Qur'an, Hadith, Islamic Jurisprudence and Islamic History having spent around 15 years, from 1984 – 1998, gaining specialist education in these subjects. Her education began at the age of 9 in Qom, the educational capital of Iran. Madam Bukhari is an eloquent and talented speaker fluent in six languages; Urdu, Arabic, Persian, English, Punjabi and Siraiki and makes regular appearances before both live audiences and the camera for recorded and also live broadcasts on a variety of different international television channels.
Two dead, six injured in Quetta blasts
Three powerful coordinated blasts rocked Quetta, the capital of militancy-hit Balochistan province on Wednesday night, police said. Two people were killed and six others injured in three blasts on Sirki Road and Moti Ram Road area of Quetta. Muhammad Ismail, a police official told Dawn.com that a bomb planted by militants in a drain on Moti Ram killed one person and injured another four. "The bomb went off with big bang at Moti Ram road when people were coming out of the nearby mosque," he said. One person identified as Shah Jehan was killed in the blast. The injured were soon rushed to nearby civil hospital for medical treatment. In another incident, militants hurled a bomb at an official building on Sirki Road area of Quetta. The blast was followed by another one soon after. Police said the third bomb, planted by militants in a rickshaw, went off when people gathered in the aftermath of the first blast. Police said three people sustained injuries in the second blast. Coordinated blasts on Sirki Road smashed glass and window panes of nearby shops and homes in the area. Police and rescue workers were quick at the scene to shift the injured to civil hospital Quetta for medical treatment. There has been no claim of responsiblity for the explosions. These explosions have come after the Balochistan Government evolved a security plan to ensure peace in the restive capital of the province. According to Home and Tribal Affairs Department, more than 400 cameras would be installed at all sensitive locations of Quetta to ensure proper monitoring of the city. Under the security plan, the number of police and frontier corps would be doubled to maintain order.
Pakistan's Shia Genicide: Father and son among 4 Shia workers of Punjab, Sindh, martyred in Baluchistan
https://www.shiitenews.comNotorious Yazidi nasbi takfiri terrorists of outlawed Sipah-e-Sahaba martyred four Shia workers of Punjab and Sindh provinces after having kidnapped them on gunpoint in Baluchistan province's Turbat area. Shiite News Correspondent reported that Mulazim Hussain son of Fazal Hussain and Mulazim's son Abdul Majeed and Haneef Abbas of Punjab and another Shia worker belonging to Sindh province were kidnapped in Turbat. They were subjected to severe inhuman torture and finally they were martyred. Shia parties and leaders have condemned the murders of four Shia workers saying that Yazidi nasbi takfiri terrorists were directly involved in the murder and they had renamed their terrorist out from Sipah-e-Sahaba to Ahl-e-Sunnat wal Jamaat. They said that PMLN's government had opted of appeasement of terrorists due to which they were encouraged to genocide of peaceful and law abiding Shiites. They demanded immediate military operation against the terrorists.
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Kabul will host an epoch-making consultative Loya Jirga from Thursday (tomorrow) to Sunday to debate the nitty-gritty of the Bilateral Security Agreement (BSA) with the US and advise the government on whether or not the deal should be signed, an official said on Wednesday.
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Pakistan's nuclear weapons bigger worry than Iran: US official
http://www.firstpost.com/Nuclear weapons of Pakistan poses more danger to the global security than "over-exaggerating" threat from Iran, a former US official has said. "Are we endangering our own safety and that of Israel by over-exaggerating the nuclear threat posed by Iran while drastically under-estimating the growing threat posed by Pakistan? Someone in authority had better answer that question before it's too late," said Douglas MacKinnon a former White House and Pentagon official and author of the memoir 'Rolling Pennies In The Dark' in an op-ed on the Fox News yesterday. "Day after day, week after week, and now literally year after year, we hear constantly about soon to be unleashed nuclear threat from Iran," he said.
MacKinnon said, in a somewhat bizarre moment of candour from President Barack Obama — as related by actor George Clooney — when Clooney asked Obama several years ago what kept him awake at night, President Obama eventually answered "Pakistan." Strange that he would admit that to Clooney and not the American people, but no matter, how right the president was and is to fear the multiple threats emanating from that nation, he wrote. "Going back to the media and politician hype regarding Iran, it is almost always coupled with a mention of the State of Israel. During my time in the Pentagon, I had the opportunity to work with the Israeli Defence forces. Today, I fear President Obama is moving further and further away from supporting our best ally and friend in the Middle East for reasons known only to him," he said. "As that reality is upon us, some of the leaders and people of Israel seem to be getting caught up in the same "Iran hype" which floods our media and losing sight of the more lethal threat to their safety," he said.According to MacKinnon, addressing that real threat, a journalist in Israel recently sought to remind his nation of the dangers posed by Pakistan. In his piece, he quoted Tarek Fatah, founder of the Muslim Canadian Congress who has said: "The nuclear threat from Iran is a real one, but the nuclear threat from its neighbour Pakistan is just as dangerous if not more so… Pakistan has emerged as the world's number one source of jihadi suicide bombers and ground zero for the training of Islamic terrorists around the world." A few months earlier, Dr Rafael Ofek, a former senior researcher and analyst in Israeli Intelligence and an expert in the technology of nuclear power, warned of the same threat, the former White House official said. Read more at: http://www.firstpost.com/world/pakistans-nuclear-weapons-bigger-worry-than-iran-us-official-1239411.html?utm_source=ref_article
Missing persons: Quetta protesters finally near Karachi after 24-day march
The Express TribuneLong march protesters led by relatives of missing Baloch persons reached industrial town of Hub, a township sharing a border with Karachi, after travelling 667 kilometres on foot from Quetta.
Pakistan Looks For The Military Man Who Can Fill Kayani's Shoes
Pakistan has cast the mold it wants for its top military commander, now the government just needs to fill it. With General Ashfaq Parvez Kayani leaving his post as Army chief, the country's civilian leaders are seeking a successor who can mirror his style as a military man who took the fight to the militants and generally kept out of the political arena. Islamabad is tight-lipped about who will replace Kayani, who steps down on November 29, but the choice reportedly comes down to four contenders. Two made names for themselves fighting the Pakistani Taliban; the other two rose through the ranks by successfully navigating the military's entrenched bureaucracy. Retired General Talat Masood says that the new Army chief must be able to lead combat operations, maintain morale and discipline, and show a commitment to working with the civilian government in power. Ultimately, it is Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif who will decide who takes the reins. But the recommendations of top military brass, including the outgoing military chief, will carry significant weight. Ignoring the military's endorsement comes at a great risk, as evidenced by coups d'etat that followed government decisions to handpick the Army chief in the 1970s and 1990s. Sharif himself was ousted as prime minister in 1999 after his unsuccessful attempt to appoint a protege to replace former General Pervez Musharraf as Army chief. Political Considerations According to Masood, a number of pressing political considerations will play a role in the decision. "How is he disposed toward promoting democracy, on keeping distance [between] the army and civilian [affairs]? And to what extent has he had experience in [fighting] the insurgency will be one of the important criteria in this selection," Masood says. "Of course, the chief also has to have diplomatic skills...to negotiate with foreign armies like the U.S. Army and NATO." The four men who are believed to be in the running to replace Kayani are all lieutenant generals. Haroon Aslam, a former leader of Pakistan's Special Forces, led commando missions during the government's push to end the Taliban's control of the country's northwestern Swat Valley in 2009. Tariq Khan has similar credentials, having helped defeat the Taliban in the tribal districts of South Waziristan in 2008 and Bajaur in 2009. Rashad Mahmood and Raheel Sharif each built promising bureaucratic careers and have served in both command and staff positions, although it has been reported that neither has led troops against the Taliban. Seniority Could Count In Masood's view, Aslam's seniority, owing to his 38 years of service, gives him an advantage over the other three. "Haroon Aslam is the senior-most," he says. "I don't see any reason why he should be passed over, because he has also got a very good record of service." But Hamid Hussain, a New York-based writer on Pakistani military affairs, says seniority is a loosely applied rule of thumb and won't necessarily determine who becomes the next Army chief. Hussain predicts that Aslam is more likely to be handed the largely ceremonial post of chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff committee. In theory, this would make him the most powerful military officer in Pakistan, but it is not a command post and the holder has no power to appoint senior officers. Such a scenario would open the door for Mahmood to be named the new Army chief, according to Hussain, who suggests that there are signs Kayani was grooming the lieutenant general to be his successor. Hussain says Mahmood has developed a good working relationship with the prime minister's brother, Shahbaz Sharif, while serving as the corps commander in Lahore in recent years. Lahore is the capital of the eastern province of Punjab, where Shahbaz Sharif has been chief minister since 2008. "He [Mahmood] is more formal in terms of career and his personality," says Hussain. "He is not a vocal or aggressive type of person. He just follows the norms and the routines, so the Sharifs may feel comfortable and not threatened because he may not be assertive and won't be pushing them around too much." Dark-Horse Candidate According to Hussain, there is little chance of Lieutenant General Raheel Sharif being appointed, because he is not seen as a strong enough commander. Tariq Khan, on the other hand, could be considered a dark-horse candidate. Over the course of his 36-year military career, he has commanded successful missions against militants and is reportedly an outspoken advocate of eliminating terrorists on Pakistani soil. "The person who is clear in his mind that this [terrorism] is an existential threat is General Tariq Khan," says Hussain. "He is clear in his mind about what to do about it. So, in that capacity, among all the four, he will be the best choice. For the next three-year tenure of the Army chief, proactive military action will most likely be needed. And for that reason he will probably be the right person."
Pakistan: KPK government's hasty move
Whether it was inexperience or enthusiasm to set new standards of clean governance in what it promises to turn into a 'model government' in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the PTI has created an unnecessary controversy over an important issue. First, PTI Chairman Imran Khan issued a public warning, saying corrupt ministers in his party's KPK government would be held to account. Then last Wednesday Chief Minister Pervez Khattak announced sacking Industries, Commerce and Labour Minister Bakht Baidar and Forest and Environment Minister Haji Ibrar Hussain of the Qaumi Watan Party on charges of corruption, without issuing a formal charge sheet. QWP has since been lashing out against Imran, saying he could not implement his plan of curbing corruption and hence had made QWP as a scapegoat. The party chief, Sikandar Hayat Sherpao, also accused Imran at a press conference of interference in the work of ministries allocated to his party. In support of his allegation, Sherpao brandished a letter that he said, Imran had sent him last July for the appointment of an engineer as chief executive of Oil and Gas Company. PTI spokesperson Shireen Mizari said the letter was fake and the party chairman's signatures forged. Common sense suggests that even if the PTI leader had wanted the appointment he could have done so by asking the Chief Minister to pursue the case with the minister concerned. Responding to the allegations, Imran himself sought to remind his accuser that the nation donated money to his two public welfare projects, Shaukat Khanum Memorial Hospital and the Namal University, which was proof enough that he never interfered in the working of the two institutions. Lost in these allegations and counter-allegations is the real issue: what exactly is the nature and extent of wrongdoing the ministers are accused of? As per standard practice, the Chief Minister should have issued them show-cause notices that the QWP says did not happen. Second and most importantly, the government should have come up with a formal charge-sheet, initiating legal proceedings through proper channel. In a democratic dispensation no one must be condemned without being heard. According to Sherpao, the Chief Minister did not inform his party through as much as a verbal communication about the reasons behind the dismissal. "The news about sacking of the ministers," he claimed, "came to us through the media." If true, this is unacceptable behaviour. Corruption in high places being a major issue in this country, the news has generated huge interest with many applauding the PTI for making an example of a coalition partner's members. Imran himself has been using the issue to claim credit for having delivered on his promise to end corruption, saying the PTI was elected on an anti-corruption mandate, and that "this should be a clear warning for all our ministers and MPAs; the PTI cannot have as a coalition partner from any party that tolerates corruption." A media trial of the alleged offenders has already started amid unconfirmed reports of wrongdoing. Before patting itself on the back for its purported anti-corruption move and looking for public approval, the PTI government must justify its action. It must initiate proper legal proceedings against the accused, giving them a fair chance to clear their names.
Pakistan: Spreading sectarian violence
Pakistan seems to be facing a resurgence of sectarian violence, which seems in no way ready to abate. After the alarming situation in Rawalpindi in which a bloody clash between Sunni students from a seminary and Shia participants of an Ashura procession resulted in a curfew being imposed in the city, the rage and terror has spread to other parts of the country. We are now hearing reports of sectarian clashes occurring in the Kohat district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa where firing in front of an imambargah resulted in the death of two people, a policeman being one of them. A curfew has also been imposed in Kohat because of protest demonstrations taken out against the violence in Rawalpindi. The situation in nearby Hangu district was also tense and called for a temporary curfew. The ongoing conditions tell only one truth: Pakistan is a powder keg and the slightest spark can set it off. The whole country was breathing a sigh of relief this Moharram because the sensitive religious event went by without too much incident. However, on the 10th of Moharram things got out of hand when provocations by Sunnis during a Friday khutba (sermon) provoked Shia mourners to attack, which resulted in the whole of Rawalpindi coming to a halt, with the army called in to handle the situation. The reaction has spread, even reaching Multan where as many as 40 people have been injured in clashes between Sunnis and Shias. What happened in Rawalpindi has sent almost all of the country into the downward spiral that is sectarian strife, an issue so volatile that once it is provoked, it only gets worse. It seems that Sunnis are now retaliating after the deaths in Rawalpindi, and the Shia minority is not taking things lying down anymore. History has proved that the Shias have had to deal with much brutality in Pakistan, particularly of late. Wherever there has been a concentration of the Shia population in the country, e.g. the Shia Hazara community in Quetta, it has been targeted so extensively that it would not be far-fetched to call the attacks against them a slow but sure genocide. Shias have usually been on the receiving end of fundamentalist ire, faring only slightly better than the officially declared 'non-Muslim' Ahmedi sect. Comprising 20 percent of the population, the Shias have felt their anger boiling and frustration mounting at the injustices against them and the state's inability to do anything to protect them. While the violence that was unleashed in Rawalpindi cannot be condoned, it is understandable why the Shia mourners reacted the way they did, after decades of murder and abuse. That is the enemy we are facing today — the strife and bloodshed that accompanies religious extremism. Jihadi terrorism and deep-rooted fundamentalism have given birth to a fratricidal conflict. We are suffering from failure of the state and successive governments in curbing this religious hatred and not allowing it to flourish and become such a nuisance and threat. It is impossible to blame any side in this sectarian game of action and reaction but the focus now must be on preventing any full-scale sectarian mishap. The Punjab government has taken an excellent initiative in which it has urged the ulema (religious scholars) from both sides to come together; this step should be replicated across the country, especially in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, a province that is mired in a view of religion coloured by tribal culture. A dialogue process must begin to bring all communities together so as to ensure that ancient chasms do not swallow up the country whole.
Suicide attack kills two security personnel in North Waziristan
At least two security personnel were killed and seven others injured Wednesday morning in a suicide attack on a Frontier Corps (FC) checkpost on Bannu-Mir Ali Road in North Waziristan tribal agency, DawnNews reported. Security officials and Pakistan Army's Inter Service Public Relations (ISPR) sources confirmed the casualties. A suicide bomber rammed an explosives-laden vehicle into the Shawa checkpost situated on the Bannu-Mir Ali Road. Subsequently, two security personnel were killed whereas seven others sustained injuries. Following the attack, security personnel cordoned off the site of incident and a curfew was also imposed in the area. A little known shadowy group, Ansarul Mujahideen, has claimed responsibility for the attack. The spokesman for Ansarul Mujahideen, Abu Baseer, said their group had targeted the FC checkpost. He told AFP by telephone from an undisclosed location that the attack was in revenge for the death of Pakistani Taliban leader Hakimullah Mehsud, who was killed in a US drone strike in early November. North Waziristan is one of the seven regions in Pakistan's Federally Administered Tribal Areas (Fata) governed by tribal laws. An extremist insurgency led by the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) plagues the region and the area is known to be infested with militants, including those from Al Qaeda and other armed extremist organisations. The region also comes under attacks from US drones frequently which target militant hideouts in the area. The region is chiefly off-limits to reporters because of security worries and government restrictions due to which reliable casualty figures are difficult to acquire from there. Security personnel repulse attack in Swabi; four militants killed At least four militants were killed Wednesday during an exchange of fire with security forces' personnel in Swabi, DawnNews reported. According to the District Police Officer (DPO), twelve militants attacked the Natian police checkpost in Swabi. Security personnel repulsed the attack and during an exchange of fire between the two sides, four militants were killed. Swabi is the hometown of the new Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) ameer Khalid Haqqani and presently also the acting ameer of the TTP in the absence of Mullah Fazlullah who is in Afghanistan.
Pakistan: A Christian lawyer escapes yet another assassination scheme
Well-known rights defender confirms he escaped an obvious assassination attempt.One of Pakistan's leading Christian lawyers, Sardar Mushtaq Gill confirmed earlier this week that he has endured yet another perceptible assassination attempt by a militant group. "I am being targeted by extremists who want me to end my legal support to victims in blasphemy cases," said Sardar Musthtag Gill. He has formely been dynamically worked as the director of an advocacy group Legal Evangelical Association Development (LEAD). Sardar Mushtaq Gill, who is in hiding, told an international news agency that gunshots were heard November 2 on the street outside his home, I was not at home at the time as my wife urged me in a mobile phone text message to stay away following previous threats," he explained. He claimed his brother stumbled on bullet shells subsequent to the attack. The frightened human rights defender asked his brother to lodge a complaint at the local police station. Note worthily, this isn't the first terrorizing incident. He has previously made headlines after he was held at gunpoint in June this year by three armed men who threatened him of "dire consequences", allegedly corresponding to his advocacy work. Almost a month later, some fighters of a militant group stormed at his home; an evident attempt to kill him. Moreover, legal representatives associated to LEAD have disclosed that they were harassed and endangered for their human rights work. Previously in June LEAD's representatives purportedly petitioned the Lahore High Court to invalidate bail against individuals who had been allegedly involved in the Jospeh Colony arson in March 2013. Sardar Mushtaq Gill told that he anticipates more attacks against the Christian community if the perpetrators were to be freed. Nevertheless, he carried on," LEAD lawyers were unable to attend a court hearing after being threatened by individuals who demanded that they withdrew the petition." Seeing the seriousness of the matter, Prime Minister of Pakistan Mian Nawaz Sharif is therefore, urged to boost security of Sardar Mushtaq Gill and other minority Christians in the country. As an attempt to help Sardar Mushtaq Gill, William Nicholas Gomes- human rights ambassador for Salem-News.com has written a letter to PM Sharif, calling for an investigate into the incidents of harassment. "I believe that the gunshots in front of Sardar Mushtaq Gill's house are directly related to his work in the defence of human rights," Gomes wrote. In his letter, Gomes asked the Pakistani Prime Minister to make sure that authorities "carry out a thorough, impartial and immediate investigation into the recent shootings outside the lawyer's home, as well as the previous attacks and intimidation directed at him." Furthermore, Gomes insisted in his letter that the PM should issue orders to arrest those responsible for aggression while bring them "to justice in accordance with international standards" and to perk up security for Sardar Mushtaq Gill, his family, and other LEAD members. "All human rights defenders in Pakistan should be able to carry out their legitimate human rights activities without fear of reprisals and free of all restrictions including physical threats and intimidation," Gomes wrote. - See more at: http://www.christiansinpakistan.com/a-christian-lawyer-escapes-yet-another-assassination-scheme/#sthash.nkGel7IA.dpuf
Pakistan: Man arrested for sharing blasphemous content on Facebook
A young man in Pakistan's Punjab Province has been arrested for sharing blasphemous content on Facebook, as the government launched a crackdown on the spread of such content on social media. Authorities yesterday arrested Raza Kharal in Toba Tek Singh district of Pakistan's Punjab province, about 200 kilometres from here, for sharing blasphemous content on Facebook. A blasphemy case was registered against Kharal for sharing material containing objectionable language on his Facebook wall, a police official said. He said the police had taken action on the complaint of local cleric Maulana Salim. Punjab Law Minister Rana Sanaullah has said the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority has been requested to remove all objectionable and blasphemous material from the Facebook and other social media. "We have also requested the Federal Investigation Agency to take action against those spreading hate material through social media," Sanuallah said. This comes after Pakistan government ordered strict action against anyone propagating religious sectarianism through social media or mobile phones in the wake of a series of recent sectarian clashes in the country. The army was called in to take control of Rawalpindi city and curfew was imposed on Friday after ten people were killed and 44 others injured in clashes that started when a Shia procession was passing through Raja Bazar. The Shias were observing Ashura, which commemorates the death of Prophet Mohammed's grandson. Following the incident, sectarian clashes have spread in other districts too and tension still prevails in districts like Multan, Bahwalpur, Hangu and Kohat. Punjab Chief Minister Shahbaz Sharif has appealed to the people not to believe on rumours as there has been not veracity in them. Some people also shared unverified video on Facebook claiming that three youngsters were found slaughtered at a worship place. "Such material and videos are triggering sectarian violence in the county which can not be tolerated. We will not allow the misuse of the social media," the law minister warned.
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|I'll have a Tequila Sunrise please!
Both the skirt and top are made from Burda Style magazine patterns that are easy to make. The skirt is pattern no. 114 from July 2008.
|Burda Style #114, July 2008
The top is taken from an even older issue of Burda, it's pattern no. 119 from the July 2007 issue.
|Burda Style #119, July 2007
This is also an old favourite revisited because I first made a version of the top over two years ago. I kept meaning to make another one and I'm happy that I finally have. I like the style a lot - the gathers that go into the button band add some interest and nice shaping. The fabric I used is a silk that I have had in my stash for ages.
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I hope that my choice of fabrics hasn't put you off these two really nice patterns. A dazzling sunshine yellow skirt paired with a bright and splashy flower print top is not everyone's cup of tea. I know that it's not really 'city chic' but sometimes I just can't help myself. I find I am irresistibly drawn to colours and prints that make me look like I have just stepped off a cruise ship. Is your wardrobe firmly rooted in your home climate or do you, like me, sometimes sew as if you are on a semi-permanent tropical vacation? Or, perhaps you actually do live in a hot-spot, in which case, do you sew as if you are hoping for snow?


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In 1967, Sandy MacLachlan created the Woodworking Museum as a Centennial Project. To house the collection, he dismantled an 1855 log house, originally built by the White family in Lanark County, and moved it to Princess Street in Kingston, Ontario. There it operated as a privately‐owned museum for over a decade.
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The MacLachlan Woodworking Museum holds the most extensive, nationally significant collection of woodworking tools in Canada.


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My 1st thought was to replace the two POTs with rotary encoders, and determine a way to enable those encoders to control a resistance circuit connected to the PCB inside the pedal. Then have an external box for MIDI interface, and have it send preset values to the resistance circuit.
- Add ability to turn knobs and set desired parameters, then save current settings to memory for future recall through MIDI Program Change messages.
- Control over DRIVE and LEVEL parameters as a minimum. DRIVE, LEVEL, MID, and CHARACTER as a stretch goal
- Retain ability to manually turn knobs and use the pedal without MIDI connected
- Need to retain 9v DC power to the pedal.
- Using an external control box for MIDI preset storage and control is a suitable solution, so long as the pedal can still be manually used without the external controller connected.
- Pedal must retain last known state of parameter values when powered up, even without external MIDI controller connected. Last known values can be physical position of the knobs if MIDI controller is not connected.
- Would prefer to retain the original enclosure, but will transplant to a new enclosure if needed.
You can buy electronically controlled potentiometers that can do the job, There are MIDI libraries available for the arduino, and it could easily drive the electronic pots.By "electronically controlled POT", do you mean motorized POTs?
By "electronically controlled POT", do you mean motorized POTs?No.
Is this why I se "dual channel" motorized POTs in my searches? One channel for the signal, and the 2nd channel to feed location info back to a controller?Yes
Want to make sure I'm not injecting audio noise into the guitar's signal by placing little motors inside the pedal.You will not fit one inside the box they are about 7" long.
Looking at the circuit board photo you posted, I'm almost certain that the pots handle the audio directly. It's by far the simplest way.Gotcha. If they do handle the audio directly, would sending the audio signal through an AD5204 cause an issue?
Hence my earlier comments apply.
The thing is that the AD5204 is a liner pot and things like volume need a log law pot. Can you see what pots the unit has, or measure them to see the law?The only indication of the POT details is the marking "4B100K". Not sure if they are linear or audio taper though. If I'm using the existing analog POTs to drive the value though, will it matter? The values would be set, and then left until the next preset was recalled, so no real sweeping of the value while in use. The preset values would be based on the values the existing POTs are putting out.
Their also tends to be a bit of a click when the pot changes value.
ou can get aidio taper digital pots - see eg https://www.maximintegrated.com/en/app-notes/index.mvp/id/1828.Does the taper of the digital POTs make a difference here, since they're just being used to set a static value at a given time? And that static value is determined by the analog POT? Even the preset values would be determined by the analog POT's position when the preset is created.
You much experience do you have? This is not quite a trivial project - it needs a pcb.I don't have experience with Arduino, but do have experience building other DIY type devices. From building a programming interface for OBD-II automotive application, to building a 4 channel IR receiver to 12v trigger output device for home theater, to creating electric powered ride on vehicles for my kids using PWM controls for variable speed, electrostatic braking, lighting controls, etc ...
The other thing you must check is that there is no voltage greater than 5V on those pot pins otherwise you need optical isolators on the controls.Good point. Considering the pedal uses a 9vdc power supply, it could be possible the voltage through the existing POTs exceeds 5v, but I doubt it does considering it's a guitar's audio signal passing through them.
I'd use a 8MHz pro mini for this, and remove the power LED to reduce power consumption - see Nick Gammon's exellent write-up on reducing power.I took a look at the Pro Mini specs, and saw this:
The Arduino Pro Mini can be powered with an FTDI cable or breakout board connected to its six pin header, or with a regulated 3.3V or 5V supply (depending on the model) on the Vcc pin. There is a voltage regulator on board so it can accept voltage up to 12VDC. If you're supplying unregulated power to the board, be sure to connect to the "RAW" pin on not VCC.So considering the bold statement, could I just connect the Mini directly to the incoming 9vdc jack on the side of the pedal and the integrated regulator will take care of stepping it down to 5v?
The power pins are as follows:
RAW For supplying a raw voltage to the board.
VCC The regulated 3.3 or 5 volt supply.
GND Ground pins.
No big deal - just another wire.....Right, but the MCP41100 (single POT version) doesn't have an SO pin. I read through the datasheet a few times, and the MCP42xxx version (dual POTs) has an SO pin, but the datasheet only mentions it for daisy chaining devices together. My MCP41100's will be here this week.
// Pin Selects
int potvalPin = 3; // select the input pin for value potentiometer
int potpresetPin = 1; // select input pin for preset control potentiometer
int ledPin = 2; // select output pin for the LED
int setPin = 7; // Select input pin for button to set a preset
int recallPin = 5; // select input pin for button to recall a preset
// Variable Definition
int setbutton = 0; // variable to store state of the preset set button
int recallbutton = 0; // variable to store the state of the preset recall button
int potstoredval = 0; // variable to store the "value potentiometer" previous value for comparison
int potreadval = 0; // variable to store the real time value from value potentiometer
int actualvalue = 0; // variable to store the current value
int preset = 0; // variable to store preset number from preset potentiometer
//Array Definition
int myPresets[100]; // create array to store presets
// Initialize
void setup() {
pinMode(ledPin, OUTPUT); // declare the ledPin as an OUTPUT
pinMode(setPin, INPUT); // declare the presetsetPin as an INPUT
pinMode(recallPin, INPUT); // declare the presetrecallPin as an INPUT
potreadval = 1023 - analogRead(potvalPin); // read current value from the value pot
actualvalue = potreadval; // set current value to pot read value
Serial.begin(9600); // establish serial communication for monitoring
//Main Code
void loop() {
potreadval = 1023 - analogRead(potvalPin); // read the value POT's real time position and store it
setbutton = digitalRead(setPin); // Read the set button's state
recallbutton = digitalRead(recallPin); // read the recall button's state
if(potreadval != potstoredval) RealTime(); // if the value POT has been turned, go into real time mode
if (setbutton == HIGH) SetPreset(); // if the SET button is pressed, go to subroutine to store the preset
if (recallbutton == HIGH) RecallPreset(); // if the RECALL button is pressed, go to subroutine to recall the value
digitalWrite(ledPin, HIGH); // turn the ledPin on
delay(actualvalue); // stop the program for some time
digitalWrite(ledPin, LOW); // turn the ledPin off
delay(actualvalue); // stop the program for some time
Serial.print ("Actual Value (flashing) = ");
Serial.println (actualvalue);
Serial.print ("Pot Read Value = ");
Serial.println (potreadval);
Serial.print ("Pot Stored Value = ");
Serial.println (potstoredval);
// Realtime Mode
void RealTime() {
Serial.println ("Start RealTime Subroutine");
potreadval = 1023 - analogRead(potvalPin); // read the value from the sensor
actualvalue = potreadval; // set flashing speed
potstoredval = actualvalue; // set previous value
// Store Preset Mode
void SetPreset() {
Serial.println ("Start SetPreset Subroutine");
preset = round(analogRead(potpresetPin)/10.32); // read preset POT position, and determine which preset between 0 - 99 it cooresponds to
potreadval = 1023 - analogRead(potvalPin); // read the value POT
myPresets[preset] = potreadval; // write the value of the value POT to the array, in the position of the value of the preset POT
// Recall Preset Mode
void RecallPreset() {
Serial.println ("Start RecallPreset Subroutine");
preset = round(analogRead(potpresetPin)/10.32); // read preset POT position, and determine which preset between 0 - 99 it cooresponds to
actualvalue = myPresets[preset]; // set flashing value to the recalled value
Pins in holes is going to give you flaky connections sooner or later (and sooner rather than later).Most certainly the way I have them connected now will cause an issue if I left it like that long term. I'll end up soldering it down after I've determine a mounting strategy for the board inside the effect pedal. For now, this is just simple testing.
I see you're using delay() for timing - that's OK for a simple hack, but may give you problems when you start to add such features as the MIDI interface.I was thinking about this last night, due to the delay approach causing the "value POT" to be unresponsive and laggy when longer delays are set. I wondered if using # of clock cycles would work, but the time differential strategy in the "Blink without delay" IDE example looks to be a good way to do it.
Check out the 'Blink without delay' example in the IDE for a better approach
if(potstoredval+2 <= potreadval || potstoredval-2 >= potreadval) RealTime();
So where does MISO happen then?You only need that when you want to get information back from an SPI device. In the case of a digital pot their is nothing to read.
You only need that when you want to get information back from an SPI device. In the case of a digital pot their is nothing to read.Perfect, thanks.
So if I have an array of 100 values, and I change array item #5 100k times, does it mean I can no longer write to that particular memory address but I can still write to others;Yes, in fact that 100K is just the minimum number that is guaranteed.
I'm hoping I can use the USB port on the Nano for the midi input,
I'm hoping I can use a USB to MIDI cable direct into the USB port on the Nano.A USB to MIDI cable has MIDI 5 pin DIN sockets and so will not fit into a Nano. Even if it did fit it would not work. A Nano ( or any other Arduino ) expects, unsurprisingly, USB protocol on the USB socket.
A USB to MIDI cable has MIDI 5 pin DIN sockets and so will not fit into a Nano. Even if it did fit it would not work. A Nano ( or any other Arduino ) expects, unsurprisingly, USB protocol on the USB socket.It was my understanding the MIDI protocol was actually just serial protocol, and could be read through the Serial bus of the Arduino. and since the default serial 0 bus is tied to the USB port, I was hoping it would work there. If not, I'll need another solution. Maybe a second Arduino inside the breakout box, communicating through serial to the Nano inside the pedal, is a better design?
Do you know the difference between USB host and USB client?Yes, I understand the difference.
It was my understanding the MIDI protocol was actually just serial protocol, and could be read through the Serial bus of the Arduino.Yes it can, but the computer sending it normally thinks it is sending to a MIDI HID not a serial port. Sometimes you can have a helper application inside the computer to do this conversion. A good one is called hairless.
It has to be able to function without being connected to a PC though.OK that means there are no USB cables involved, that is fine.
I think I'll just use this instructable instead to send the MIDI messages in through the RX pin.Well an instructables with a schematic, there's a rarity. It only takes three lines of code to send a MIDI note on message.
store program change messages incoming to the Arduino?Store them where? Do you want them in a variable? How many do you want to store? Are they to be stored in the EEPROM?
The MIDI message used to specify the instrument is called a "program change" message. It has one STATUS byte and one DATA byte :So I can use the rotary encoder to allow selection of the desired midi channel, then save the selected channel (1-16) in EEPROM and use it to compare against the CCCC from the Status Byte. If the CCCC equals the channel number selected and stored, then take the data byte, convert it to decimal, and recall the POT values stored in the array position which equals the decimal.
Status byte : 1100 CCCC
Data byte 1 : 0XXX XXXX
where CCCC is the MIDI channel (0 to 15) and XXXXXXX is the instrument number from 0 to 127. Similarly to MIDI channels, you will often see that the instrument numbers in synthesizers and in GM lists, are numbered from 1 to 128 so you also need to add or subtract 1 for the conversion.
1100nnnn 0ppppppp Program Change. This message sent when the patch number changes. (ppppppp) is the new program number.So all you have to do is to look for 0xC as the most significant nibble of the first byte of the message, with the channel number being the least significant nibble, the next byte in the message is the number you need to store.
#include <MIDI.h>
int MIDIch = 1; // Variable for storing MIDI channel for incomming MIDI Program Messages to be read
MIDI.begin(MIDIch); // Start MIDI with MIDIch as the Channel to listen on
MIDI.setHandleProgramChange(MIDIProgramChange); // Call MIDIProgramChange function when a PC message is received over MIDI
void MIDIProgramChange(byte channel, byte number) // Run this function whenever a Program Change MIDI message is received
// Do whatever I want when a program change message is received
Quick question though: Since MIDI.begin(x) uses "x" as the argument for MIDI channel, does that mean I don't need to check the MIDI channel in my "MIDIProgramChange" function, as it will only be called when a MIDI program change is received in the serial buffer with a match to the channel defined by "x" in MIDI.begin?Yes.
#include <MIDI.h>
void setup() {
void loop() {
void MIDIProgramChange(byte channel, byte number) {
The "RecallPreset" function recalls....Why is this function not in the code you posted, it can't be checked if you don't put in in. You need to post all your code.
Will the "preset=(number);" work to store the PC # into the variable, or is it coming in in binary, or HEX, and I need to convert it to DEC before storing in a variable?All numbers in a computer are in binary, decimal and hex are only a convenient way for humans to look at them. There is no need to convert anything to anything.
The "set program handler" call has to be in the setup function not the loop.Hmm, I'm certain I was looking at an example and the handler was in the loop, but as you already know, the examples with the library show it in setup. I'll move it now and test later tonight after the kiddos go to bed.
You need to call MIDI.read(); in the loop function otherwise the serial buffer with the messages in is never looked at.
Look at the examples that come with the libiary.
in the program handler why is number in brackets?I think I had started with an expression after the equal, and then limited it down to just the variable. I'll remove the brackets. Out of curiosity ... do they cause an issue?
Why is this function not in the code you posted, it can't be checked if you don't put in in. You need to post all your code.The code is too big to fit into a post due to the 5000 char limitation of this forum. I've posted the code as a file, in it's entirety, a few times ... but they shows 0 downloads. So I figured it might be better to just post the snippets I am having issue with. This function works consistently, so I wasn't concerned about the function itself, but thought I would explan what I am doing with the "preset" variable after trying to set it to the PC number.
// Recall Preset Mode ---------------------------------------------------------------
void RecallPreset() {
Serial.println ("Start RecallPreset Subroutine");
actualvalue = myPresets[preset]; // set Level POT value to the recalled value
actual2value = myPresets2[preset]; // set Drive POT value to the recalled value
setbuttonstate = 0; // reset buttonstate to 0
DriveDigiPOTValue = actual2value/4;
LevelDigiPOTValue = actualvalue/4;
Serial.println ("Preset Recalled");
Serial.println ("");
// End Recall Preset Mode ---------------------------------------------------------------
All numbers in a computer are in binary, decimal and hex are only a convenient way for humans to look at them. There is no need to convert anything to anything.Understood ... In previous programming languages, I've had to convert binary to HEX to DEC for particular usage. I wasn't sure if I would have to do something similar here.
I'll remove the brackets. Out of curiosity ... do they cause an issue?No but it is an indication that you didn't understand something.
When I connect the effect pedal to the same wall wart feeding the 9v to 5v converter feeding the Arduino (using a Y adapter for effect pedals), the noise is so bad I can't even hear the guitar signal anymore.Sounds like you have grounding problems. Have you connected the grounds together of the two systems?
I assume I should place ferrite beads on the 6 lines going from the Digi-Pots to the effect pedal PCB,I don't think that will do anything for you.
Sounds like you have grounding problems. Have you connected the grounds together of the two systems?I used a Y splitter cable on the power source, with one side going to the effect pedal and the other side going to the 9v to 5v converter. I assume this means they're sharing the same ground?
The problem with effects peddles is that they often have what is called "ground lift" resistors fitted. This means that the signal ground for the audio is not at the same potential as the ground for the electronics of the peddle.Yes, I completely understand this. I have a TrueTone 1SPOT power supply on my pedal board, because every lead on it is an isolated lead.
I faced that problem when I built a common power supply for five assorted peddles for my son. In the end I had to make a separate mains power supply for each peddle built into a box.
Without a schematic for the peddle it is hard to be definitive as to what to do. The simplest solution might be to have two isolated power supplies and opto isolate the digital pots, but I appreciate that is not the most elegant of solutions.Understood. I was hoping to find a solution that didn't require 6 more opticouplers though :(
Remember my earlier comments on the floating earth which i suspect your pedal employs.. so I suspect you'll need a floating psu.Ya, I remember ... I was hoping you'd chime in.
What does the noise sound like ? Hum ? hiss ? warbling?
So does this mean I need to configure a floating power supply connection for the Arduino setup?Yes it looks like it.
How can I accomplish that by tapping into the 9v alread going into the effect pedalSadly you can't. By definition if it is already going to one piece of equipment it can't float with respect to another.
2 wallwarts are a pest, but not terribly expensive.Agreed. If I need to plug two power supplies into the effect pedal when it's done, one for the pedal and one for the digital controls, then so be it ...
He recomemded to try upping the input voltage to 12v, and using a 7809 voltage regulator for supplying 9v to the pedal's PCB and a 7805 to supply 5v to the Arduino.I can't see how this would help with the problem at all from what you have described.
Googling "isolated DC to DC Converter" is coming up with lots of results. Is there an IC I could use for this, or is it more complex than that?It is not just an IC but a method of designing the circuit and normally involves a transformer. You can buy ready made isolated DC-DC converter modules, the main consideration / cost being how much current you want to draw from it. Your peddle should not take too much current.
My diagram pedal3 in the next post makes these points clearer - but you can get away without the external opamps.Sorry, I just saw this. Don't know how I missed it.
LED displays take a fair bit of current - maybe a LCD?I looked at an LCD, but am space constrained. I really only need 2 characters to display the preset number. Do you know of a small LCD which plays nicely with Arduino? I saw the 128x128 ones, but they're too big.
If you only need 2 digits, how about a small 2-digit seven segment display?Ya, that's very similar to what I was planning. a 2 digit, 7 segment display, which operates on SPI. The problem is I can't find a 2 digit one. I found some 4 digits ones though.
Sparkfun carries this little 4-digit bubble display, I use 2 of them on this 8-digit display board
1/ You don't really need opamps - it just takes the guesswork out of finding r3,4 values.Ok, I'll give it a shot without the opamps 1st. The diodes I have are rectifier diodes, so I'm ordering some 1N4733a diodes. I figure I'll add some opamps to the order, just to have them on hand if I need them. If the LM358 doesn't work, can you suggest one that would?
2/ A LM358 won't quite do - you need a rail-rail opamp.
3/ If you intend to use high current displays, opamps would be a good idea - but be sure they've got enough drive capability.
LED display - the worst case is displaying '88', with 14 segments on. Allowing 5mA each that's 90mA - more than most opamps can handle..
But, of course, you could drive them directly from the supply with suitable drivers.....
I'll have a ponder...
Just saw your post , crossroads - neat little displays. But this is next next to his pedal - 4-6 feet away? so perhaps too small - and of course the reading angle is limited.Exactly. The device will be on my pedal board, on the floor, while I am standing. Typically in a poorly lit environment as well. And to boot, I am color blind :P (my 10 year old daughter has to help me with resistor identification LOL) This is why I was looking for a 2 digit, standard size, 7-segment display. But a small LCD would work too, if I can find one that fits.
Here are 4 different sizes of 2-digit displays, 0.3, 0.4, 0.56, 0.8 inch:Right, I actually have some 1/2" ones on the way already. It's the SPI interface I was struggling with.
http://www.kingbrightusa.com/category.asp?catalog_name=LED&category_name=KC2%2DDigit+7%2DSegment+Thru%2DHole+Display&Page=1 (http://www.kingbrightusa.com/category.asp?catalog_name=LED&category_name=KC2%2DDigit+7%2DSegment+Thru%2DHole+Display&Page=1)
Add MAX7219 to make it SPI.Great, thanks! I should be able to fit this into the breakout box. Any idea on the mA draw of the MAX7219 and 2 7 segment displays?
It's available SMD & thruhole, I don't about SMD except from Digikey/Mouser
https://www.digikey.com/products/en/integrated-circuits-ics/pmic-display-drivers/729?k=max7219 (https://www.digikey.com/products/en/integrated-circuits-ics/pmic-display-drivers/729?k=max7219)
A beefier psu capable of at least 100mA is enclosed.I received the power supply components today, just one question: Are the R1 and R2 470ohm resistor values critical? Unfortunately I don't have any 470 values, and to run some in series would be 5 resistors (220 + 220 + 10 + 10 + 10).
Note use of a TLC2262 opamp
What psu are you using for these tests?I'm just plugged into the USB port on my computer. So not feeding in through Vin or the 5v pin. Direct to the USB port.
The ardiuno 5v has a limited current capability if powered from an external higher voltage via vin...
through a 7805 transistorA 7805 is not a transistor it is a voltage regulator. You must use them with a capacitor on the input and the output.
A 7805 is not a transistor it is a voltage regulator. You must use them with a capacitor on the input and the output.Thanks .... I knew it was a voltage regulator, but mistakenly thought it was a transistor.
Looks jreat I- didn't think you'd get it all in.Do you mean 7805 instead of 555? No, I am not using current limiting resistors. I did some reading on current limiting resistors (Sparkfun Tutorial (https://www.sparkfun.com/tutorials/219)), and then found the datasheet for the controller on the backpack used to drive the LEDs (HT16K33 Datasheet) (https://cdn-shop.adafruit.com/datasheets/ht16K33v110.pdf). But I don't see anything on the sheet related to forward voltage or forward current. I assume this is because the datasheet is for the chip and doesn't take into account the LEDs it's driving.
You shouldn't need the 555. Are you using current limiting resistors with you LED dsiplay ? - otherwise you'll take far too much current ...
A medium capasitor (?100u) across the zener may help...I do have some 100uF 50v capacitors here. I'll try placing one on the leads of the zener diode.
does your mod ( display via 330 to the arduino +5) mean the 7805 output isn't connected?Correct. I removed the 7805 when I tested with a 330ohm in series between the Arduino's (or the Allan's PSU) 5v and the Vcc wire going into the breakout box.
When you say you measure 4.96 from the psu, which one do you mean? there are 3!LOL ... I mean 4.96v coming out of "Allan's PSU" :)
Having done the mods, is the display bright? The 330 will seriously limit the display current.Yes, it's plenty bright. I even have the code set to dim the brightness to it's lowest setting, and it's still plenty bright for my purposes. This will typically be on a dimly lit stage as well.
I suspect much of the noise comes from the high-frequency internal multiplexing of the display.Ya, a few google searches tells me these chips are known for injecting noise into the 5v supply line. Solutions for cleaning it up seems to differ depending on the specifics of the project though. There doesn't seem to be a "one size fits all" type solution for it.
Try adding >100uF across the output of my 5v psu, driving the display + from that, and disconnecting the 7805..So do you mean adding another 100uF capacitor, at the "Allan's PSU" output leads? So connected directly to the 5v and ground coming out of the PSU? Or do you mean to somehow add the cap so it's just working on the power being fed to the display? Like adding the cap inside the breakout box, between the Vcc and ground pins in there?
Can you measure, with respect to the 9v supply gnd:9v supply gnd -to- arduino gnd = 2.0v
- The arduino gnd
- the arduino +5
- the 7805 +5 out


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