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Statement from the Spokesperson of the Ministry of Railways on the News Item Related to Expenditure on Movement of Official Files Published in A Section of Media on August 23, 2010
In connection with the above news item (mostly sourced to agencies), this statement is to put the record straight. The full context of an RTI reply, on which the said news item is based, is given below:-
1. There are two aspects of the news item carried by a section of media. Firstly, an impression has been created that frequently files have been carried to Kolkata by officials attached to Railway Minister for her consideration. Secondly, the expenses for travel of these officials for this purpose, of around Rs.11 lakhs in one year as mentioned in the said news items give an impression as if the expenditure on travel of officials is made for carrying the files. Both these impressions are erroneous.
2. It is clarified that hardly ever files have been carried to Kolkata for clearing from the Railway Minister, except in a few emergent cases.
3. Officials attached with the Minister of Railways accompany the Minister as per the entitlement of a Union Minister. Most of such travels are part of the duty of the personal staff attached to the Union Minister, and have little to do with the clearance of file work.
4. Number of travels by the other officials of the Railway Minister to Kolkata or to any other place, are undertaken, inter-alia, for various official purposes; (a) to discuss official issues with the Zonal Railways, (b) attending railway functions, (c) review of projects, etc.
5. Hence it is misleading and out of context to club the travel expenses of the Minister's staff as having been incurred for one single task of clearance of files from the Railway Minister.


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It's back to the desk at the University of Assen, with the Suzuki camp needing to resit its exams after Barcelona. Despite the bittersweet outcome in Spain, Andrea Iannone remains optimistic, particularly after the recent test.
The Maniac wants to start from there: "The test in Barcelona gave me a positive feeling that I hope I will continue and confirm also in Assen, although I would like to get a better result in the race.
Andrea analyses his current situation: "we are very competitive in all practice sessions but then we struggle in the race distance, we cannot rely on a consistent performance over more than 20 laps. We will focus more on this, also on the preparation of the race, to try to get good position and good points. I think the layout of 'The Cathedral' is very nice, pleasant to ride, and can suit the characteristics of our machine. We have big potential, we have to keep on working and stay focused on the things that make us struggle more."
Alex Rins is also looking to pick up the pace: "Assen has always been a special place for me, especially after last year when I returned to MotoGP races at this track after the arm injury. I like it because it has fast corners and it's very technical, they call it 'The Cathedral' with good reason!"

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Just go to Add A Game on the bottom left of Steam, then Activate a Product on Steam, input the code and you're good to go. Enjoy your quest for world domination.


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Ambitious past HPG president Jim West made good on his promise to apply elbow grease to the BENX car to get the new paint job done before winter. No doubt Don Somers and Jack Coyner found him to be a slave driver (see photo above) as the three fiddled with stencils, cutouts and the like as they endeavored to restore the car to its original livery. The outcome, however, is worth the effort!
Thanks to Nathan Vowels, the car was power-washed earlier, then Rez Painting of Moscow kicked in a generous reduction in rate to apply the basic blue, and Columbia Paint sold the $70/gallon paint at a good discount. Thank you, local businesses! And thank you Potlatch Recreation District for some of the seed money to get the venture started. Rec funds repaired the doors, with the HPG doing its share by selling T-shirts and scale models of the car. Most of all, thank you Frank Bennett for once again being generous in the community!
As to some background, the 56-foot BENX 182 is the last Thrall-Door car of over 180 boxcars that previously belonged to Bennett Lumber Products, which once ran the largest fleet of privately-owned boxcars in the state (the company also had 37 A-frame bulkhead flatcars in its fleet). The car was sidelined in 1992 when Bennett retired the fleet. Because the doors no longer worked properly, the car was rendered unfit to travel over the rails. Thus, it was banished to the side of the depot, where it sat idle and neglected for years. In 2000, Jim and fellow HPG member Tom Burg brain-stormed that the car would make a great portable stage. Jim, being a musician and member of the bluegrass band Two Dollar Bills, fantasized that the blue car would indeed be a great venue. They approached Frank Bennett with the novel idea.
Once Bennett sold the boxcar to the HPG for $1, plans quickly derailed for its restoration due to the more pressing project of restoring the depot. Yet Jim never forgot his promise to Frank Bennett to bring the BENX back to life. Frank Bennett showed his enthusiasm by donating some 55 percent of the funds for restoration. HPG has so far kicked in over 60 hours of volunteer labor to show the organization's good faith.
Of course the boxcar has already provided a stage for the bluegrass concerts that go hand-in-hand with the highly successful speeder event each year. And now that Troy High School has donated its blue velvet theater curtains to the HPG, plans are in line to hang them for a more complete stage look. Next comes a sound system. Jim hopes the venue will provide a good outlet for local talent such as up and coming garage bands and musical groups wanting a unique performing area to show off their skills.
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We were greeted in the hotel lobby by this beautiful scene from a Mid Summer Nights Dream put together by Rosie Shortell.
Also a lovely scene of a baby Sasha's nursery.
We settled into our room ,then when down to get some food having not eaten since 7am and it now being around 3pm. We decided to have the Afternoon Tea and were soon sitting eating some finger sandwiches and then they arrived with the cake section, see photo. We were unable to eat all the cakes and also had to refuse the last part of the tea, chocolate fondant and banana pieces for dipping!
We were asked if we wanted to take away the things we had not eaten and stupidly we said no!
The meet and greet was due to start later that evening but everyone was meeting in the lounge bar as they came down and soon, the constant sound of laughter and voices filled the air.People were very friendly and chatting to everyone, introducing themselves and their Sasha's/Gregor's.
The place was buzzing with friendly chatter, within no time at all the meet and greet was in full swing and then the swap. I did not think to take pictures of this event but everyone seemed happy with their swap.
A few of the sasha's that were mingling .
This is Hattie making a new friend from across the pond.
There are more of these pictures in folder on Sasha mart and also my other blog site.
Next are just a few pictures of the Dress a Sasha comp. Very high standard of entry.
These are just a few of my favourites but I have loaded all the pictures for the dress a Sasha in a file called festival 2012, dress a Sasha on the Sasha mart so you can see all the entries there.
The Auction items were incredible, there were so many and of such variety, here are a few pictures, of what was sold.
There were four separate lots of shoes by Rosie Bloomfield, this is one of them.
One of two beautiful sets by Catherine French.
Catherine's second set.
There were even a pair of Stain Glass hangings of Sasha and Gregor which sold for £360.
Both Kendal and Laura had donated books, Kendal's of her fabulous Sasha's and Laura's of her Sasha's adventures in Devon.
There was so much and the auction raised around £6500.


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For those adventurous chefs out there, here is what you need to know about cooking Gluten-Free Japanese food:
Basic Japanese Ingredients that contain gluten:
Fish Stock Powder (hon Dashi): Contains *MSG or Mono-Sodium Glutamate.
Japanese Mayonnaise: Ingredients vary and may contain Gluten.
Imitation Crab:Can be made with wheat
Miso: Miso is a blend of fermented beans and grains. These grains may be barley, wheat or rye and therefore contain gluten. Read label for all ingredients.
Panko: Made with Wheat
Rice Vinegar: May Contain *MSG or Malt Barley
Sushi: Ingredients in sushi vary and could contain Gluten. Ask before eating
Sushi Rice: When cooked may contain rice vinegar or wheat
Tempura: Made with Wheat
Basic Japanese Sauces that contain gluten:
Chili Sauce: Can Contain *Modified Food Starch
Fish Sauce: Ingredients vary from brand to brand - Read labels
Hoisin Sauce: Contains Wheat
Hontsuyu Sauce: Contains *MSG & Soy Sauce.
Black Bean Sauce: Contains gluten.
Oyster Sauce: Can contains *MSG and/or Wheat
Plum Sauce: Is usually gluten-free but read ingredients to be sure.
Ponzu Sauce: Contains *MSG & Soy Sauce
Soy Sauce: Contains Wheat
Teriyaki Sauce: Contains Soy Sauce
Wasabi: Prepared in a tube and can contain lactose (dairy) It is usually gluten-free
Basic Japanese Ingredients that are Gluten-Free (GF):
Jasmine Rice: GF
Mirin Sauce: GF In theory, Mirin is fermented rice and does not contain gluten. Read the ingredients sometimes you will see other ingredients like Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein which does contain gluten.
Nori Warps: GF
Potato Starch: GF
Saké: GF
Tamari Sauce: GF
Eden Foods: Eden Mirin, GE Brown Rice Miso, Shiro Miso,
Edward & Sons: Check out the link to see the variety of GF products they carry./
Kikkoman: Has many gluten-free Japanese products.
Mizkan: Mizkan Rice Vinegar, Mizkan Season Rice Vinegar, and Mizkan Mirin are Gluten -Free. Mizkan Ponzu is NOT gluten-free.
South River Miso: Eight varieties are made with non-gluten ingredients: Hearty Brown Rice, Dandelion Leek, Sweet Tasting Brown Rice, Azuki Bean Miso, Chickpea Miso, Golden Millet, Sweet White, Garlic Red Pepper Miso.
Mitsukan Rice Vinegar, Seasoned Rice Vinegar and Mirin ARE gluten free. Mitsukan Ponzu is NOT gluten free. - See more at: http://www.mizkan.com/Brands/Mitsukan/Mitsukan-FAQ.aspx#sthash.EDSHqciw.dpuf
Mitsukan Rice Vinegar, Seasoned Rice Vinegar and Mirin ARE gluten free. Mitsukan Ponzu is NOT gluten free. - See more at: http://www.mizkan.com/Brands/Mitsukan/Mitsukan-FAQ.aspx#sthash.EDSHqciw.dpuf
Go to Thank Heavens: The Gluten-Free Lifesaver, for a GF Hoisin Recipe
* Modified Food Starch: In the United States Modified Food Starch is gluten-free, unless labeled otherwise. Modified Food Starch imported from another country will contain gluten.
*MSG or Mono-Sodium Glutamate is typically made with wheat especially if imported from another country.
* Soy Sauce can be replaced with Gluten-Free Tamari
- University of Maryland Medical Center; Study from University of Maryland Center for Celiac Research Places Gluten Sensitivity on Center Stage of Spectrum of Gluten-Related Disorders; March 2010
- Celiac Sprue Association: Treatment of Celiac Disease
- http://www.ilovestickyrice.com/2014/01/28/is-sushi-gluten-free/
- http://celiacdisease.about.com/od/Gluten-Free-Condiments/f/Gluten-Free-Vinegar.htm
- http://www.glutenfreeliving.com/gluten-free-foods/gluten-free-nutrition/gluten-questions-and-answers/miso/
- http://sumokitchen.com/10-essential-ingredients-for-japanese-cooking/
- http://importfood.com/sphd2291.html
- http://www.asianfoodgrocer.com/category/seaweed-nori
- http://www.japancentre.com/items/takara-hon-mirin--4
- http://www.asianfoodgrocer.com/product/orchids-wasabi-paste
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He received his education at the Paris Conservatory under Boulanger and Obin. In 1887 he made his stage debut at the theatre of Nîmes as Eleazar in ''La Juive'' of Halévy. He remained active in this house two years, till 1889 and then undertook guest performances in French stages and tours with traveling opera companies which led him among other things in 1889 to Athens. In the 1890-92 seasons he was engaged by the Théâtre de la Monnaie,
Brussels and followed this a call from the Grand Opéra, . Here as a
beginning role he sang Matho in ''Salammbô'' of Reyer. Till 1895 he was to be
heard at the Grand Opéra in ''Robert le Diable'', ''Les Huguénots'' ''Lohengrin'',
''Valkyrie'', ''Sigurd'', ''Samson et Dalila'', ''Otello'' and in ''Tannhäuser''
(1895). In 1893 he guested at the opera house of Paris Monte
Carlo as José in ''Carmen'', in 1903 he appeared there in the
premiere of the opera ''Le Tasse'' of Eugène d'Harcourt; in 1897 he sang at the
Covent Garden, .
Since 1906 he was a pedagogue in London . Paris
Chronology of some appearances
1897 Torino Teatro Regio Tristano e Isotta (Tristano)
1897 Lisbona Teatro San Carlos (Otello)
1898 Lisbona Teatro San Carlos Trovatore (Manrico)
Pathé cylinders, Paris 1902?
Juive (Halevy): Rachel, quand du Seigneur 0158
Odeon, Paris 1905
Juive (Halévy): Dieu m'éclaire 36018
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Thursday, December 07, 2006
Jewish Restaurant Menu
Picture is courtesy of "hugovk" who published it on Flickr. Pay attention to the two MagenDavids on top of the side lines. If you read the menu you can see that the food in this restaurant is Jewish.
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The Space Time Relation
The Space Time Relation illustrated with the help of the hexagram
One of our most basic sensations is the awareness of space and time. In fact, the ability to perceive them is a prerogative of us human beings. Yet time is not something self-explanatory. Understanding, calculating and measuring it, as well as its relation to space, posed problems to the human mind throughout history.
We have seen in the previous chapters that the hexagram as a symbol of integration can be applied to all kind of life situations. It allows to demonstrate the various polarities in their respective balance and interaction. It can also serve to illustrate the space time relations and their specific characteristics due to its cosmic character. The following chapters may be helpful to clarify them.
A) Explanation of the graph.
Field I - the triangle a-b-c. It depicts:
Dot a: Beginning; starting point of any action;
first manifestation of the infinite creating power;
or, in our finite world, the starting point of any measured or newly generated action.
In this context, it is worthwhile to note that the Hebrew word אלהים, God, derives from אל (El) which means God, Power, but also means towards. Thus, we can understand it as directing, aim-oriented, purposeful power if seen from the starting point of creation; or as the ultimate aim towards which everything is geared. Complying therewith, the word אלהים, Elohim, has the same numerical value as הטבע, the nature, and describes the Divine aspects of law, rigidity, severity, judgment, etc. (In Hebrew, the words אל (El), and אלהים (Elohim), are not confined to the supernatural but intrinsically appertain also to man's world: the term יש אל די means "it is in the power of my hands", as e.g. in Gen. 31:29, while the word אלהים means also judge, as e.g. in Ps. 82, i.e. the judge who judges according to the Divine Law).
The following chapters A - C remain in the realm of this aspect of the Creator, although to be sure, the aspects of love, grace, mercy, etc, are equally part of the One Godhood. The oneness of the two aspects is brought out in the phrase אל יי ויאר לנו, "[a] power is the LORD, and he enlightens us" (Ps. 118:27).
Modern science leaves God the Creator as the first cause outside its scope. The Newtonian system postulates that bodies under the action of no forces move in straight lines with uniform velocity; and when bodies do not move in this way, their change of motion is ascribed as force.
This definition developed by science does not say who or what set the bodies in motion, supposedly even in straight lines with uniform velocity; rather "forces" appear there as agents which change the presumed uniform motion, whether delaying, accelerating or influencing it otherwise.
Regarding the term straight lines see below chapter D.
Line a - b: movement
any kind of. See chpt B par. 2).
In creation, everything moves due to the constantly active creating force (including the decomposing forces which in fact rearrange worn out things, and which in Indian thought come under the Shiva aspect). - The length of line a-b should not be confused with distances. It depicts energies in action
Line a - c: time
Time is a function of movement. Consequently, the line a-c shares the starting point "a" with the line a-b, as well as its length. Our conception and our measurements of time are always linked to the starting point related to the movement in view. In the following more on this subject.
Line b - c: The movement-time relation
This line indicates the relation between movement and time in our perceivable world as well as in the dynamic subatomic structures with both their time and space aspects (conceivable as particles or waves). Upon them matter is built. The sections c-g (c'-g') and b-m (b'-m') represent these structures, the first one representing their time aspect, and the latter one their space aspect. These two aspects should be understood like the two sides of one coin of which we, due to our limitations, can perceive only one at a time.
In our finite world, and in our daily lives, the line b-c marks the completion, or end, of the observed movement or action.
Field II - the triangle d-e-f:
It depicts our three-dimensional world of length-width-height, i.e. the universe as well as any space unit therein. It results from the creative force-movement-time unit. Field II is secondary but equal to Field I.
The two triangles (Field I and Field II) are interwoven, for they form one unit and can't be separated without destroying the whole.
Similar to the severity-love and wave-particle aspects mentioned above, these two triangles represent the two sides of one and the same reality.
Each triangle depicts graphically also a basic truth of anything created, namely the fact that every existing thing has necessarily a left and right (or up and down) side as well as a middle (connecting) part. While a line may indicate an extension, a triangle may well mark the dimension of a thing.
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Click to see more: Doctor Asher Eder, Hexagram
Numerical Observations
The following is from Dr. Asher Eder's book The Star of David, which was published in 1987 in English in Jerusalem by Rubin Mass Ltd. The publication here is courtesy of Oren Mass. This version includes corrections and new materials that do not appear on the printed version.
Ps.16:8. In this context, the following mathematical and numerical observations may be of interest. When we write the consecutive numbers next to the points and corners of the hexagram, we get the above graph.
Adding the numbers of any one of the opposing points or corners always gives us the sum 14 (e.g. 1+13=14; 3+11=14; 6+8=14), which is the numerical value of the name ,דוד David (4+6+4).
Summing up, we get 6x14=84.
Adding up the numbers of the six points renders 42 (1+5+12+13+9+2=42, (and so does the addition of the numbers of the six corners (4+8+11+10+6+3=42).
42+42 equals 84, as well.
Adding the two sums of 84+84 equals 168, and this sum divided by 12 (six points + six corners) again gives us 14. Adding to this the number 7 of the middle field gives us 21, which is the numerical value of the Hebrew word eheyeh (1+5+10+5), translated as "I shall be", Exod.3:14.
Moreover, the numerical value of the Hebrew words מגן דוד , Magen David, 93+14=107, equals the numerical value of the Hebrew words "I am the Lord" (anokhi h' , Yod Hey Vav Hey= 81+26=107), as well as the term "Lord God" (adonai Elohim, Yod Hey Vav Hey = 26+81=107). See also Ps.115:9-11.
This may be a mathematical/numerical pointer to the inner meaning of the term מגן דוד, Magen David, or Shield of David.
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With Old Man Winter fast approaching nothing beats curling up with a hot cup of coco near the fire. Like many you probably have enlisted your dog as official foot warmer at the end of the bed to keep your toes nice and toasty. Not to mention Spots vibration & snoring gives you that well deserved and must needed foot massage. But like some, although you love the company of your furry friend at night you also want some space to stretch.
Are you having another one of those sleepless nights wedged in between the Abominable Snore-man & Little Miss Kicks Alot? Has your dog taken over the pillow, stolen the sheets and there's no room for your head? Perhaps, as the "Top Dog" you're left grasping for the edge of the bed, finding yourself demoted to the floor while your dog stretches out in luxury and your significant other has sweet dreams. Only to leave you slave to the snooze button and almost late for that important business meeting, making you no "Miss Sunshine". Not even a cup of joe or three for that matter will make it all better.
Whats even worst you have an important presentation in front of clients that kept you up worried & sweating bullets. We all know the importance of getting a good night sleep, but often times getting that standard 8 hours can be impossible with overtime and late nights at the office. The only option left is taking a quick power nap in your cubicles to catch a few Zzzz's. Just don't let your co-workers or boss catch ya sleeping on the job.
Truth be told those sad yet cute puppy eyes makes it hard to say no, but know one likes their tootsie hanging off the bed. But don't be sad, gone all the days of solely banishing your dog on the cold floor, now he can sleep in the lap of luxury on a bed of his own. A place to call his own & retreat for a much needed power nap after a day of chasing squirrels is every dogs dream. With his very own place to flop, you won't be able to blame your dog for making you wake up on the wrong side of bed or on the floor.
The perfect gift this season is the gift of sleep, so reward your pup with a comfy place to flop. The health and well-being of your dog is not only dependent on diet or exercise but also on how much comfortable sleep and rest he and you both get. Here are some tips on choosing the perfect dog bed for your furry companion.
1. One Size Does Not Fit All- Just like dogs, dog beds come in all shapes, colors & sizes. So it is important to be mindful of your dogs "paw-sonality & sleeping habits when finding the perfect bed, since comfort is key to a good nights sleep for you and Spot. You should know that there are dog beds that can accommodate a variety of your dog's special needs. Heated dog beds and orthopedic foam dog beds are available and are excellent choices for older and arthritic dogs.
What is your dog's sleep preference & personality?
Curlers (aka Fur ball) – They like to be securely enclosed by their bed, a bumper or cuddler bed will do. Your dog would love a Donut dog bed. If hey had a choice they probably would enjoy spending a Friday night curled up on the couch with a bowl of popcorn, Kleenex & a sappy movie (The Notebook).
Leaners – They prefer the support of a back bolster and a sense of security. Your dog would be a huge fan of bolster beds. If this dog was human he probably would start planning for retirement at age 10 and have quite a portfolio to match (low risk of course).
Sprawlers – They stretch out in all directions like their care free spirit and you can often find them belly up. If you share the bed at night with your dog and find your self on the floor with a bump on your head then you guessed it, your dog is a sprawler. The perfect fit would be dog pads & mats.
Burrowers (aka Cave dogs) –
They like to dig and hide which is their very nature and what they were born to do. So they are not alien to burrowing under the sheets or hiding under a stack of dirty laundry. They are probably adventurous and have been known by the pack as Indiana Dog. Your dog would love Nesting beds.
3. Your Dog's Size- The size of your dog is an important consideration, but make sure the bed is nicely padded for comfort. Whatever size your dog is, pick a dog bed that is slightly larger than him or her. This is to allow room for growth, especially for puppies, and allow room for movement.
So how do you measure your dog for the perfect fit?
Now that you have figured out your dogs sleeping preference, it's time to measure him for that perfect pure-bed just for him. So get out your cloth ruler or for all you resourceful pups who don't have a ruler a piece of rope will do. While your dog is lying down, measure your dog's length from the tip of her nose to the tip of her tail. Add 10-12 inches to obtain the best length for the bed. Add an additional 2-4 inches if your dog likes to stretch out.
3. Easily Washable-Make sure the dog bed is machine washable. Some beds require you to take it a apart for a good cleaning so make sure it is made of removable and washable materials. It will definitely get dirty and smelly, so it is important that you can easily wash it anytime. Make sure too that the material is appropriate for the dog's fu. Look for machine washable bedding if at all possible. ***Note: Follow Washing Instructions Carefully***
4. Location, Location, Location- Where will you put your dog bed? This is also an important consideration when choosing a bed for your pet so you can pick the right material. Some dog beds are more suitable for an indoor location like in the bedroom or living room instead of outdoors, like in a porch for instance. Climate and local weather are important factors to consider as well. Choose a dog bed that will provide warmth for your dog in winter and air circulation during summer.
5. Quality & Durability -The dog bed must be able to withstand Fido's fascination with chewing and his sharp claws. We all know dogs can be a messy handful so chose a bed that can weather the storm of Hurricane Spot, withstand the wrath of the Un-Decorator, and do battle against the Chew-minator. Picking a dog bed cover or bed that is washable and made of durable fabric is key. Also, for those who like to color coordinate with their decor there are many beds to chose from that won't be an eye sore but will complement your home furnishing. Your dog will definitely appreciate his own bed, space and little slice of heaven.
So say good-bye to the edge of the bed and hello to the sleep fairy. As for your husbands snoring you may just have to invest in ear plugs!!
Question of the hour!!!
How many of you let your pets sleep with you? If they do sleep with you do you have trouble sleeping? Leave us a comment on your thoughts on this topic!!
Here is a really funny photo taken by one of our Twitter friends on why she is getting her dog a new bed this season. The caption reads:
This is what happens when (a)You don't pay attention to noises coming from upstairs; (b)ignore your dog to watch hockey; and (c)forget to zip the doggy bed cover
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Atmospheric Chemistry
The Atmospheric Chemistry Group at the University of Leicester work on the science that underlies contemporary questions such as:
- How clean is the air that we breathe?
- How will climate change effect air quality and vice versa?
- How accurately can we measure air pollutants and greenhouse gases from space?
The goal of the work is to understand and quantify the processes that control the composition of our atmosphere and the implications of change across all scales.
Some current areas of research are:
- Trends of air pollutants and their precursors at the regional scale.
- Impact of megacities on regional air pollution.
- Development of measurements of city-scale pollution.
- The effect of chlorine compounds on ozone chemistry in the marine environment.
- Organic complexity and the formation of secondary organic aerosol.
- Greenhouse gas measurement and quantification from space.
- Atmospheric dispersion modelling to track emission sources and their evolution.
- Development of breath analysis techniques to diagnose health issues. Diagnostic Development Unit (DDU)
- Forensic research using trace gas measurement techniques.
The research program uses an integrated approach of both measurement and analysis in order to investigate these complex atmospheric chemical systems. An end to end approach using innovative design, building and characterisation of instruments as well as their deployment and use for measurements in the atmosphere through to the analysis, statistical modelling and interpretation of the data is used. Atmospheric measurements are made from a range of ground-based, aircraft and satellite platforms as well as laboratory studies.
We also have a spin-out research program working on the measurement of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) on breath as a medical diagnostic. The same technology developed for measuring the complex organic chemistry leading to aerosol formation is being used in a hospital environment measuring the composition of breath for medical purposes.
Coming from the research and innovation base Professor Paul Monks is involved in two business facing activities. He is the Director of G-STEP which uses earth observation data to make business more competitive via innovation, partnering of brokering practical solutions for regional small/medium enterprises. He is also director of the Real-Time Air Fingerprinting Technology (RAFT) demonstrator laboratory that undertakes small projects with regional SME industry in the air of trace (and also liquid) measurement with the aim of increasing competiveness through exploitation of the HE technology base.
The recommendations of the Rio+20 Regional Science and Technology Workshop for Europe, have now been published on the website of the Delegation of the Finnish Academies of Science and Letters. You will find the recommendations together with videos and other material from the workshop behind this link: http://www.tsv.fi/international/akatemiat/Rio+20/rio+20.html
Local Monitoring of Air Quality
The Joaquin (Joint Air Quality Initiative) is an EU funded project that has been running since 2012 along with a network of partners across North West Europe. The objective of this project is to support health policy aimed specifically at the air quality in Europe. The measurement of air quality parameters relevant to health will allow the project to provide policymakers with the necessary information in respect to the current local and/or regional situation. As part of this watchdog network the Automatic Urban and Rural Network (AURN) site has been constructed in partnership with DEFRA (data download here) on the University main campus for the monitoring the background urban air quality in Leicester, with an emphasis on particulate matter and ultra-fine particles. See video of air pollution in Leicester.
Small air quality sensors
The AURN station on campus is the ideal place to test and calibrate a variety of small, low-cost air quality sensors with the DEFRA instruments acting as a bench-mark for the measurements. Once calibrated, these mobile units (Elm, AQMesh, Cairclip, AirPi and home-made instruments (developed by the Air Quality research group in Physics)) have been deployed at various road-side locations in Leicester and beyond as part of traffic-management projects and a bus-retrofitting project (BREATHE) and we work closely with Leicester city council on air quality issues. These instruments have been used in our various outreach and public engagement activities, installed in schools and integrated into tutorial session carried out regularly with local schools. We have done various media work, such as this Inside Out East Midlands report.
Fracking at Leicester
Hydraulic Fracturing ("Fracking") is an extraction technique developed to extract natural gas (methane and light hydrocarbons) from shale formations for industrial and domestic use. The chemical and physical characteristics of shale formation can vary considerably depending on their location, depth and geological history. As a consequence, the amount and composition of natural gas that can be extracted via hydraulic fracturing can also vary significantly. The characterization of shales and their gas content is important in order to be able to assess the economic viability and the environmental and health impacts of hydraulic fracturing
Here at Leicester, research groups in Chemistry and in Geology are cooperating with the British Geological Survey to study the release and the composition of natural gas from shale under a variety of conditions. In the RAFT laboratory, using Time of Flight Mass Spectrometry, Gas Chromatography and Laser Spectroscopy, we are observing the nature and emission patterns of hydrocarbons in shale and studying the parameters which control their release upon crushing, such as temperature, pressure, humidity and the composition of the "fracking" fluids. Small sensors and Schools Outreach
The Atmospheric Chemistry group is involved in outreach activities, raising public awareness through the JOAQUIN project and through activities in schools. We have installed instruments in local schools and run outreach days as well as classroom tutorials for the kids, raising awareness of air pollution. We have done various media work, such as this Inside Out East Midlands report. We are testing and calibrating a variety of small mobile instruments that are being installed in playgrounds, in local's gardens and on the road-side. The AURN station on campus is the ideal place to test these instruments and act as a bench-mark for the measurements.
Chlorine Nitrate species
Chlorine atoms are highly reactive radical species which have significant impact on the lifetimes of methane and other hydrocarbons, thus affecting local and regional air quality and global climate. The main source of chlorine in the atmosphere is sea-salt, with some minor anthropogenic sources (industrial processes, water treatment plants, fossil fuel burning, etc...).
In Leicester, we are studying the activation of chlorine via formation of nitryl chloride (ClNO2) in the laboratory and measuring chlorine species (Cl2, ClNO2) in the atmosphere using a state-of-the-art Chemical Ionization Mass Spectrometer (CIMS). Our research aims at understanding the sources and geographical distribution of chlorine species and the role of chlorine in atmospheric chemical processes. We have carried out research campaigns at the new Penlee observatory in Plymouth and at the Weybourne observatory (Sources of Nitrous Acid in the Atmospheric Boundary Layer) in 2015.
Chlorine atoms are highly reactive radical species which have significant impact on the lifetimes of methane and other hydrocarbons, thus affecting local and regional air quality and global climate. The main source of chlorine in the atmosphere is sea-salt, with some minor anthropogenic sources (industrial processes, water treatment plants, fossil fuel burning, etc...).
In Leicester, we are studying the activation of chlorine via formation of nitryl chloride (ClNO2) in the laboratory and measuring chlorine species (Cl2, ClNO2) in the atmosphere using a state-of-the-art Chemical Ionization Mass Spectrometer (CIMS). Our research aims at understanding the sources and geographical distribution of chlorine species and the role of chlorine in atmospheric chemical processes.
Real time air finger-printing studies
Many methods used in Atmospheric Chemistry can be applied other areas of scientific research, such as in our health and forensic studies. Several PTR-ToF-MS and GC instruments are being deployed for health and forensic experiments and monitoring, promoting links with many industrial and commercial partners. The instrument suite in the Real-Time Air Fingerprinting Technology (RAFT) lab and at the Leicester Royal Infirmary in the Diagnostic Development Unit (DDU) have been used for a number of these studies.
Health studies
PTR-ToF-MS can act not only as a sensitive online atmospheric VOC quantification tool but can also be used in real time breath profiling, both in medicine for disease diagnosis (including pancreatic cancer diagnosis), and to detect to use of alcohol, novel psychoactive substances or other drugs of abuse. Profiling the headspace gases of bacteria is also possible and can be used to help understand complicated metabolic responses in bacteria; applications include monitoring the response of the bacterium C.difficile to the attack from the immune cells, macrophages, and antibiotic resistance pathways in Mycobacterium bovis BCG.
A similar method for detecting levoglucosan from air pollution filters developed in the group is being applied for the detection of drugs from dried blood samples. Environmental effects on the ageing of dried blood are also under investigation in the study along with the bioanalytical recovery of drugs from dried blood.
Forensic studies
A combination of GC-MS and PTR-ToF-MS are also currently being applied to study VOCs release from the decomposition of pig cadavers, with the final aim of application to the detection of human remains. The applications of these techniques offer new insights in this wide range of fields, many being unique on both the national and international level, and the forensic work of interest to law enforcement agencies worldwide.
Listen to Professor Monk's podcast on his research group and see Current Group Profiles and Field Work Pictures. Please use the links provided for individual staff members to find further details of their current research.
Atmospheric Chemistry Group Members - Academic Staff
|Telephone No.
|Prof Paul S Monks
|0116 252 2141
|Dr Steve Ball
|0116 252 2139
|not supplied
|Prof Roland Leigh EOS
|0116 229 7711
Atmospheric Chemistry Group Members
|Telephone No.
|Mrs Chris Goddard
|Group Administrator, PA to Prof Monks & Web Manager
|0116 252 3403
|Tom Adams
|PDRA - NERC SNAABL project
|0116 229 5681
|Jasdeep Anand
|0116 229 7725
|Dr Robert Blake
|Visiting Fellow
|0116 252 5681
|Dr Rebecca Cordell
|PDRA (EMBER project)
|0116 252 5681
|Ms Lisa Finch
|CEOI Support Assistant
|0116 229 7681
|Dr Zoe Fleming
|NCAS Research Scientist
|0116 294 4562
Rosie Graves
|0116 252 7723
|Sarkawt Hama
|PhD student
|0116 252 1289
|Lloyd Hollis
|PhD student
|0116 252 1289
|Sofia Mirmigkou
|PhD student INTREPID
|0116 252 1289
|Omolara Okunga
|PhD student
|0116 252 1289
|Saleh Ouheda
|PhD student
|0116 252 1289
|Marios Panagi
|PhD student
|0116 252 1289
|Dr Robert Parker
|0116 252 2590
|Rikesh Panchal
|PhD student
|0116 252 1289
|Peter Qualey
|PhD student
|Dr Roberto Sommariva
|Visiting Fellow
|0116 252 5681
|Dr Hannah Sonderfeld
|0116 252 4562
|Thalassa Valkenburg
|PhD student INTREPID
|0116 252 1289
|Dr Iain White
|Visiting Fellow
|Dr Joshua Vande Hey
|0116 229 7721
|Dr Michael Wilde
|PDRA (EMBER project)
|0116 252 5681
|Mrs Svetlana Zolotikova
|Project Associate, EMBRACE
|0116 2297832
EOS = Earth Observation Science in the Michael Atiyah Building on Main Campus
|Telephone No.
|Prof Paul S Monks
|Pro Vice Chancellor and Head of College of Science and Engineering
|0116 252 2141


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Megan Fox the Face of Armani Cosmetics
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Megan Fox has been signed as the face of Giorgio Armani Cosmetics. Great choice on Armani's. With a face like that who wouldn't want to buy makeup from her? She went from modeling their underwear and jeans to now makeup. A spokeswoman for Armani reffered to Fox as "an iconic visionary' and added,
"she embodies the spirit of the women of today: free, confident and seductive. Her beautiful features reveal femininity, sensuality and strength,"


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We've finally made it to the other side, y'all! Last night was the final installment of the Love & Hip reunion, and if you didn't think it could get messier than it already was, you were sorely mistaken! Picking up where we left off last week, Nina Parker chides Rich Dollaz about not copping to what happened with Cisco's ex Diamond Strawberry in the bathroom. As you recall from earlier in the season, Rich was intrigued by Diamond's brand of crazy, but he promised Cisco he wouldn't break bro code by going after his leftovers. Nina reminds Rich that the pair forgot to turn off their mics, and she then shares some previously un-aired audio from the encounter…which is pretty raunchy. Rich insists that nothing happened, and Diamond seems embarrassed. Diamond's mother blames Cisco for making Diamond so vulnerable to be susceptible to Rich's advances, although she does think her daughter made some bad decisions.
Diamond asserts that her fling with Rich wasn't rooted in revenge. She was in a fragile state, and she had strong feelings for Rich. Her stalker ways are recapped, which, of course, feeds into Jhonni's jealous rages. Cisco questions Rich's intentions, and he can't believe that his friend would act so shady. Rich does what Rich does, and Jhonni gets angry that Cisco refuses to go off on his friend. Can't he punch Rich or something? Cisco gives a rousing speech about not becoming the next Stevie J and Benzino. If they're going to scrap, it will be in private and when finished and they'll party together like rock stars. He high fives Peter Gunz while representing the original L&HH as Rich laughs in agreement. Who are these people? When asked whether Jhonni posed a threat to her, Diamond quips that she didn't even know who Jhonni was and assumed she was an extra. Jhonni retorts, "Your daughter is an extra," which riles up Grandma Strawberry. It takes about fifteen men in suits to pull Jhonni from the stage. Diamond's mother wishes they'd let her go so she could learn a lesson. Lady, have you watched this season? Jhonni would put a hurting on the elder Strawberry for sure!


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You can always go the route of hiring someone to make custom email signature image for your Real Estate business but its a fixed image and things change quickly.
We highly recommend WiseStamp to people as well. Wisestamp allows you to build email signatures with your branding, social media sites etc. No designer required!
Mine is below, it shows my social media, contact info, my pic, etc. I have set up multiple signatures based on different email addresses as well. It also showcases our latest blog post to help promote our content.
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Digital Photography Basics
Digital Photography Basics
A Short Course
This short course is aimed at the complete beginner who wants to gain more knowledge and understanding in the basics of digital photography. It is not meant to be a definitive guide, but a general introduction.
The topics covered include: cameras and how they work; camera controls and how to use them; techniques on how to take better photographs; and finally, image manipulation using editing software, such as Adobe Photoshop.
The best way to improve your photography is to get out and shoot pictures. There is no better lesson than your own personal experience. Hopefully, over the next few sessions, I will be able to give you the knowledge and confidence you need to improve your photographic skills and take better photos.


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Square kilometers of plastic soup
In world's oceans
The rise in population has increased the amount of garbage that we generate. Sadly, inefficient waste management and the indifference of humanity created these toxic islands.
There are several garbage islands in the ocean and the most "popular" of them is the Great Pacific Garbage Patch. The size cannot be pinned down since it's constantly growing.
The island is made up of pelagic plastic, debris and chemical sludge which got trapped in the North Pacific Gyre. (1) It's a collection of waste coming from the surrounding countries, which are brought to this location by the currents.
The Great Pacific Garbage Patch is composed of 2 landfill masses – the Eastern and Western Garbage Patch.
The Eastern Garbage patch can be found between Hawaii and California and scientists have estimated its size to be twice that of Texas!
The Western Garbage Patch can be found east of Japan and west of Hawaii. These 2 patches are connected by the Subtropical Convergence Zone and they are the biggest plastic landfills in the ocean today. (2)
The Atlantic Ocean also has a garbage patch in the Sargasso Sea. Aside from the Pacific Ocean and the Atlantic Ocean, plastic landfills are also turning up in other major tropical oceanic gyres in the world. (3)
There are places in the ocean where currents meet. In this location, anything that gets caught in the gyre will not be able to get out. The garbage that we innocently throw into the ocean, fishermen paraphernalia, the sludge disposed of by factories and debris from Tsunamis – they get trapped in the gyres, in a sort of whirlpool.
Here are the facts:
Since these islands are in the middle of the ocean and far away from any coastline, no country is taking responsibility for the cleanup.
Fortunately, many environmental organizations are raising awareness so the patch will stop growing. At this point, even if we had gigantic nets that can be used to catch the debris, the size of the ocean, the location and the circumstances make it difficult.
In the meantime, while the technology to clean up our mess is not yet available, you can do your share!
Recycle and Reuse. Don't just throw away what you don't need. Recycling is popular and a lot of people know about it, but very few practice it.
Stop using plastics. It's just not a good and viable material for the planet and for the species. Make use of materials that can be reused and are biodegradable.
Raise awareness. Let people know about the negative effect of using plastics and throwing garbage in the ocean. You may be just a small voice, but if every voice lets itself be heard, we can surely make a difference! We can stop our water planet from turning into a plastic planet, one effort, one voice at a time.
A little click can go a long way. And if you feel couragous, please share.


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When I get interested in something, I tend to obsess. At present, my obsession is anything The Mighty Boosh related. Other things may slip in once in a while, but mainly you will find this site to be fairly single minded, focusing on one subject! I have a tendency to include Boosh stuff into everything I do these days, so instead of including them in my other Blogs, I thought I would deposit them here. This way, I can have my favorite videos, pictures, gifs, etc. all in one place!
Thursday, January 28, 2016
Throwback Thursday--Julianuary
NME awards in 2010 when The Mighty Boosh won The Best DVD for the Future Sailors Tour. Noel wasn't there, so Julian does the majority of the talking. So a good selection for Julianuary.
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Arsenal have reportedly held talks to sign Leicester City duo Riyad Mahrez and N'Golo Kante. The Premier League-winning pair have apparently attracted the interest of Gunners boss Arsene Wenger, who is exploring the possibility of signing them this summer.
Arsenal will offer the Foxes up to £60m ($86.7m) for Mahrez and Kante, according to France Football, with Wenger eager to strengthen his midfield options in time for next season. However, they are likely to face stiff competition to sign both players.
Manchester United reportedly held talks with Leicester about signing Mahrez during their recent 1-1 draw against the Foxes at Old Trafford, while Liverpool and Tottenham are also said to be interested in the player.
What's more, Mahrez has been suggested as a possible replacement for Samir Nasri at Manchester City, where the Frenchman has struggled with form and fitness since making the move from Arsena. Barcelona and Real Madrid are also said to have monitored the player's progress this season.
Meanwhile, Kante is reported to have a buyout clause of €25m (£19.7m, $28.5m), and Wenger recently confessed to being a fan of the player. "I think he will play in the European Championships and for me he was one of the players of the year in the Premier League," the Arsenal manager said.
"I cannot tell you anything now. He is under contract with Leicester. I am sure if Leicester want to sell him, they will find some buyers."


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"As the only data partner that provides heuristic onboarding for AnalyticsIQ, Eyeota delivers greater reach and scale for our Symphony lifestyle segments across the US.," states Anna Brantley, Chief Revenue Officer, AnalyticsIQ. "We are thrilled to partner with Eyeota, an established and trusted leader in audience data, to enable more advertisers and marketers to understand consumers and target our unique lifestyle personas."
Compliant with data privacy regulations globally, Eyeota Data Marketplace offers more than 3.5 billion unique profiles to help advertisers and marketers identify and target quality audiences for their campaigns. Leveraging Eyeota's proprietary onboarding methodology, AnalyticsIQ's offline data segments are linked to Eyeota's online profiles and matched to common attributes, creating audience segments that marketers can also use to analyze and learn about existing and prospective customers.
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According to Adam Brock, JVA's Director of Social Enterprise, the major barriers we face to living well on the planet are not technological–they are economic, social and political. In his years of food activism and permaculture design, Adam encountered many brilliant initiatives that failed as a result of their execution at the social or economic levels: a genius biodynamic farmer incapable of managing an intern, for instance, or an innovative food distribution company that failed within six months of launching because their business model wasn't quite right.
This led Adam to wonder: Could we apply patterns that make natural systems successful to the realms of social, political and economic organizing? Could this help address issues like how we make decisions in groups, how to handle conflict in a group, and how not to burn out?
Change Here Now
Recently published by North Atlantic press, Change Here Now is the culmination of Adam's inquiry. A set of 82 "patterns" that can be applied at the level of organizational, social and economic phenomena, the book explores methods, practices and structures of "appropriate design and technology" on issues of group and community work.
At a recent Conversations That Matter event, Adam shared a set of brief summaries of these patterns from the "Organizations That Live" section of his book. Take a look, and see if any of these have relevance in your organization:
Networks and Hierarchies
Described as the "yin and yang" of organizational forms, networks and hierarchies are fundamental forms in natural systems that reflect opposite strengths and weaknesses. Hierarchies are highly structured, efficient systems that concentrate and channel energy in one direction at a time. Networks are sprawling, webbed, redundant systems that take a lot of energy to maintain–but through which energy can flow spontaneously and diversely, making them more resilient to disruption than hierarchies. Both networks and hierarchies have useful applications and can be integrated intentionally in organizational design.
The Japanese term "nemawashi" is biological metaphor describing the act and aftermath of transplanting a seedling. It is connected to understanding the stages a new group goes through: forming, norming, storming, and performing. Before any group is able to dive into the important work to be done, these other phases of getting acclimated, defining norms, and grappling with differences must occur. What's powerful about considering nemawashi is that conflict is acknowledged as a natural, integral part of the process. "If we can acknowledge that conflict is inevitable, and we can work intentionally with it using best practices, that's going to strengthen the whole organization," Adam remarks. "'Storming' is something to embrace, and to be intentional about how that conflict happens in our organization."
Human Polycultures
Plants and animals exist in a web of interconnected relationships. In human groups, there are certain archetypes and behaviors in a group that serve different functions–which, in balance, comprise a healthy group. To apply this pattern, be intentional about balancing who is in the group and what energies the group needs to thrive, e.g., the Elder-Radical polarity. Elder: person in the group who has been around the longest, knows how things have always been done. Radical: wants to start things over, is newer to the group, has energy for challenging old ways and implementing fresh ideas.
Interested in working with Adam to explore how applying social permaculture thinking could enhance your organization? Talk to us today – and join us for our next Conversations That Matter networking event for more conversation relevant to social and nonprofit changemakers!


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Happy 2016 Sassy People!!
I am honored to be the first person from our talented team to wish you all a Happy New Year! May it be a year of creativity, joy, peace, love, prosperity, and favor. I know the team has some exciting projects to share. I suggest you come back often to be inspired!
I have to admit, 2015 was a very challenging year. I personally am happy to see it come to an end and I am excited to see what 2016 brings! I most certainly believe the latter will be greater than the last!
Today's project was inspired by a Facebook post I saw. It suggested writing down different events and placing them in a jar. At the end of the year, the participant will read them as a way to reflect on the year. As mentioned, 2015 was a trying year. I am guilty of not always seeing the silver lining during those difficult times. I am sure I am not the only one. Instead of waiting to the end of the year, whenever I forget to see how blessed I am or how many prayers has been answered, I think it would be good for me to go in the jar and read them. There is nothing wrong with having a reminder right?
For this project, you can use whatever you have on hand. I used a mason jar from the Dollar Store, but you can use an old box, create a box or an old piggy bank. You can dress it up, leave it plain…whatever you want. The point of this is to reflect! There is nothing like starting the year off the right way!!
I took out the inner lid and dressed up the outer lid with trim. I also added trim to the bottom of the jar. I had some sticky notes. To make this easier, I punched a hole and placed it on the jar with a pen attached. On the note, it is important to notate the date and the event. I also would like to take this a step further and add those special answered prayers, testimonies, and blessings in a separate book. Stay tuned for that (wink, wink)!
I really do hope this inspired you to do something similar. As I said, sometimes it is hard to see the blessings when you go through. This is a good way to be reminded just how blessed we are…my first note will be WE MADE IT TO SEE 2016!! Kenya~


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Egypt: Country hit with flooding as economic, security, and political problems worsen
Egyptians gathered in Cairo to buy subsidized sugar from a government truck. A weekslong sugar shortage has plunged people into a panic. (David Degner/The New York Times)
This week's snapshot focuses on unrest in Egypt. As flooding has disrupted everyday life and killed up to 26 people, economic, security and political problems have rocked the country. A shortage of goods including sugar is sparking outrage among common Egyptians who are angered at the economic downturn and slow reaction to flooding by the Sisi regime. Terrorist attacks throughout the week have sparked security concerns, as the Islamic State continues attacks striking police, soldiers, and other officials as well as civilians. The Sisi administration has traditionally blamed most of the country's problems on the Muslim Brotherhood, which it ousted in a coup in 2013. On 27OCT, Sisi left the door open for reconcilliation with the banned political/religious organization, although he said it would have to be "the decision of the state."
News summary of events during the week of 24OCT16 – 31OCT16
Sample of Twitter handles tweeting about escalating crises in Egypt
Sample of Third Party Validators regarding the escalating crises in Egypt
Craig Connell, Senior Vice President, Black and Veatch
"Yes, hard currency payments are challenging these days. The reforms are happening, but there is lots of uncertainty over how fast they will happen."
"It is the worst shortage I can remember in my lifetime. I think what everybody is worried about is a repeat of the 1977 bread riots."
Hani Berzi, Chairman, Edita
"What kind of message does this send to investors? If the government has a problem, they should come and negotiate, but this way of seizing stocks and treating us as smugglers is shameful."
Hany Farahat, Senior Economist, CI Capital
"There's a chance the funding will be expensive, but regardless of the agreement's structure, we need every penny we can get."
Mostafa Al Naggar, Contributing Writer, Al-Masry Al-Youm; former member of parliament
"We are going through a difficult phase that is being felt by every family in Egypt. The state is responsible for social solidarity. God be gentle with the Egyptians."
Sample of open source research conducted by TRG analysts related to the escalating crises in Egypt
Media: Reuters
Byline: Lin Noueihed
Date: 24 October 2016
A committee established by the Egyptian government to determine how much profit should be made from the sale of essential goods will offer guidance only and firms will not be legally required to comply, Trade and Industry Minister Tarek Kabil said.
Egypt formed a cabinet-level committee this month tasked with devising mechanisms to set the appropriate profit margins on the sales of basic goods.
Media: Xinhua (China)
Byline: N/A
Date: 27 October 2016
CAIRO, Oct. 27 (Xinhua) — Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi said that reconciliation with the outlawed Muslim Brotherhood group is not solely his decision, official Ahram Online reported Thursday.
Sisi made the remarks during a seminar at a national youth conference in the country's Red Sea resort city of Sharm El-Sheikh.
Media: Reuters
Byline: Mohamed Abdella
Date: 29 October 2016
An Egyptian court sentenced two Muslim Brotherhood supporters on Saturday to life in prison and 16 others to 15 years in jail for a violent assault on a Cairo neighborhood in 2013 after the ouster of former president Mohamed Mursi.
The attack, which left seven dead, was part of a wave of violence that swept across Egypt after the army removed elected Islamist president Mursi from power in July 2013 following mass protests against his rule.
Media: Associated Press
Byline: N/A
Date: 29 October 2016
EL-ARISH, Egypt (AP) — In five separate militant attacks, two Egyptian military officers and a soldier were killed and eight others were wounded Saturday in the restive northeastern region of the Sinai Peninsula, security officials said.
The officials said that a roadside bomb struck an armored vehicle carrying soldiers to Sheikh Zuwaid near the city of el-Arish, killing one army officer and one soldier and injuring four others. A second armored vehicle also came under attack in southern Sheikh Zuwaid, injuring two others, they said.
Media: Associated Press
Byline: N/A
Date: 29 October 2016
CAIRO (AP) — Disgruntled Egyptians blocked the road in front of the Egyptian prime minister's entourage as he headed to visit a city devastated by heavy rains and flooding.
According to the daily Al-Masry Al-Youm, residents ordered Sherif Ismail to turn around and leave Ras Gharib, the Red Sea port town which was among the hardest hit by Friday's storms.
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"Innovation is creativity with a job to do" - John Emmerling
In today's business world it is a necessity to innovate. It is either staying away from the competition (Blue Ocean strategy) or staying ahead of it (Red Ocean Strategy). For long, innovation had been confined to products and services, but soon global corporations recognized the potential in human resource and hence we moved to concepts like employee engagement. And sooner than later the need to innovate in these streams started becoming evident. Innovating business to keep employees engaged has become a necessity in today's world of knowledge workers.
What is employee engagement?
Employee engagement is a positive psychological state characterized by high levels of energy, enthusiasm, passion and involvement in one's work that lead to superior individual and organizational performance.
How to achieve employee engagement and drive performance?
Employee engagement needs and levers for performance can be highly subjective and differ from employee to employee. However, the key lies in identifying a common framework based on the environment, target audience and cultural constructs of the organization. The basic steps in achieving it are:
1. Identify the needs of the organization
2. Examine the current framework (if any)
3. Identify the GAPs and design interventions
4. Implement and obtain feedback
Gallup enlists best practices in employee engagement and enhancing productivity as using the right kind of surveys, identifying and placing the right managers as the key drivers, coaching and mentoring them along with setting accountability through realistic and short term goals. It has been observed in practice that the process may even lead to reexamining business strategy and bottom up outward alignment of goals; as such an organization fosters an innovation in an open culture.
How can we innovate?
Innovation in employee engagement and increasing productivity is a key function of the managerial staff. The managers innovate within a defined framework to fulfill their engagement goals and the needs of individual employees. And also provide inputs to overall business strategy. The key areas of innovation lie in:
• Identifying organizational needs. Defining metrics and using the right kind of surveys is critical to employee engagement. We can use instruments like key drivers analysis to assess organizational needs.
• Doing work differently and positioning one's self in the community through CSR activities is also a way of ensuring that employees achieve greater job satisfaction and hence are engaged in all activities.
• With the advent of mobile apps and Cloud, communication solutions that involve employees are also a key opportunity area.
• HR analytics helps us in identifying needs and planning interventions. It is a powerful tool in analyzing levels of employee satisfaction and engagement.
• Gamification has also revolutionized the employee engagement and performance economy. It provides HR managers with an opportunity to monitor performance real time and stimulate employees to perform better.
A concluding remark
Innovation practices are unique to the organization and leaders need to think what suits them the best. When we evaluate an egalitarian culture at Egon Zehnder versus a highly competitive environment at Venus Jewels, a small diamond processing unit in Gujarat, we realize that innovation in business not only lies in the creation, but also the execution. The world of today is focused on Employee Engagement and driving performance and it is the way going forward for attaining the sustainable competitive advantage. It is imperative that organizations innovate in this sphere or be left behind.
This article has been authored by Varnika Tewari and Tarun Kaushal from XIMB
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