In our experience, the term "burnout" has a particularly negative connotation in the law enforcement profession. Yet in other professions — especially those where you become a professional caretaker of others — burnout is widely accepted as a reality.
As LEOs, you are also caretakers since you are protectors of justice, civil rights, and the public who depend on you. It is your responsibility to provide service to those who directly or indirectly call upon your help and assistance. You help and, as in any helping profession, are highly susceptible to burnout.
Add the very real tension of the politics and stresses inside the office and a dangerous mix is formed. The pressures and demands of your job can take a toll on your emotional wellbeing and quality of life and burnout will often follow.
What is Burnout (and How Does burnout Occur)?
Burnout has been defined as a depletion of oneself by exhausting physical and mental resources, excessively working toward unrealistic expectations that are self-imposed or societally expected. It begins with prolonged levels of job stress that produce feelings of tension, irritability, and fatigue until the worker falls into apathy, cynicism, or rigidity as a defense mechanism.
Burnout leaves someone emotionally exhausted and, among workers who do "people work" reduces or completely eliminates enjoyment or any sense of accomplishment. Perversely, the pain of professional burnout usually bleeds into other aspects of living.
Being exposed to repetitive stress leads to changes in the brain chemistry and density that affect emotional and physical health. Most are familiar with the idea of PTSD and understand a LEO's exposure to trauma can lead to it, but it is a myth that one big traumatic event is usually the precipitator of PTSD. In reality it is repetitive stressful events that cause burnout, depression, anxiety, and PTSD.
A lack of control in your personal life because of the inability to choose desired shifts or work hours and missing family events, holidays, and social opportunities repeatedly.
Being isolated from family and friends from not working a "normal" work schedule and having to work overtime at a moment's notice.
An unsatisfying assignment or being passed over for a desired position.
Exposure to work personalities that are toxic to the organization (peers, supervisors, or administrators).
"Bureaucratic bullsh*t" that inhibits doing the job effectively and efficiently.
Extremes of activity ranging from boredom to chaos, and then back to boredom, very quickly.
The "duality of mind" necessary to be polite, professional, and respectful to a citizen while at the same time knowing this encounter could be "the one" you suddenly need to take his life to protect your own.
Serious consequences can arise, if coping skills and techniques are not implemented to take care of yourself. It has been known for a long time in the medical community that stress threatens health by lowering the immune system with consequences ranging from susceptibility to the common cold, to cardiac problems, digestive issues, and even cancer.
With the return of our current veterans, more studies are being done on PTSD and medical researchers are finding severe burnout may be a precursor of PTSD. Most people believe PTSD results from a single emotionally overwhelming trauma but, while this does happen, it is as likely or more likely that the exposure to repetitive stress leads to PTSD.
Science is learning PTSD is an actual injury in the amygdala and other structures of the brain caused by the release of stress hormones. Knowing this, it is imperative officers be trained on the signs and causes of burnout, how to recognize it, and how to implement self-care techniques in order to reduce its occurrence.
Have fun. Play harder than you work, making sure pleasurable events in your life are just as intense as the seriousness of your job. Create time for laughter, fun, and excitement.
Choose good people. Surround yourself with positive people. Negative people feed you negative energy and become emotionally draining. Positive people generally have good coping skills and are better at problem-solving life's stressors. They make you feel good when you are around them and positive experiences heal negative ones and give you energy to draw against when stress reappears.
Work on resiliancy. Identity your areas of repetitive stress and develop a plan to build better resiliency, coping skills, and a plan of attack to manage the stress.
Eat better, drink less, move ore. Take care of your basic needs such as eating healthy, exercise, and getting enough sleep. Limit alcohol use since it is a depressant.
Outside interests. Have hobbies that are not related to the cop world to provide balance.
Do good outside of law enforcement. Volunteer in an organization where you know you are making a difference, that takes you away from the identity of a cop for a while.
Teaching yourself to recognize and manage burnout is imperative to the overall happiness and stability in your job and life. Teaching others in law enforcement is key to the best success of the profession.


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Q: d3.each() storing values one at a time, not all at once I am trying to store the x and y coordinates of some rects into an array. There are 20 rects and I'm storing the values in an array of 20 arrays. Each item in the array looks like this:
[
    {'x':0,'y':0},
    {'x':0,'y':0},
    {'x':0,'y':0},
    {'x':0,'y':0}
  ];

I added a .each() to my rect append like so:
.each(function(d,i) {
    return polyMaster[i][0].y = d3.select(this).attr('y');
 })

At this point I noticed that all the y values were the same. I confirmed this by trying:
.each(function(d,i) {
    return polyMaster[i][0].y = i;
})

Which returned 19 -- the last index. So it seems all my previous indexed ys are being overwritten by the new ones.

var margins = {top:20, bottom:300, left:30, right:100};

var height = 600;
var width = 900;

var totalWidth = width+margins.left+margins.right;
var totalHeight = height+margins.top+margins.bottom;

var outerRadius = (400 / 2);
var innerRadius = 15;

var svg = d3.select('body')
    .append('svg')
    .attr('width', totalWidth)
    .attr('height', totalHeight);

var graphGroup = svg.append('g')
    .attr('transform', "translate("+margins.left+","+margins.top+ ")");

var heightScale = d3.scaleLinear()
    .domain([.01,.09])
    .range([7,50]);

var data = [{'manager': 'Mirae Asset', 'share': 0.016},
  {'manager': 'Manulife', 'share': 0.015},
  {'manager': 'ChinaAMC', 'share': 0.012},
  {'manager': 'Principal', 'share': 0.015},
  {'manager': 'Aberdeen Standard', 'share': 0.013},
  {'manager': 'CSOP', 'share': 0.015},
  {'manager': 'BOCI-Prudential', 'share': 0.019},
  {'manager': 'Allianz', 'share': 0.016},
  {'manager': 'HSBC', 'share': 0.027},
  {'manager': 'Deutsche Bank', 'share': 0.014},
  {'manager': 'Invesco', 'share': 0.025},
  {'manager': 'First State', 'share': 0.033},
  {'manager': 'JP Morgan', 'share': 0.041},
  {'manager': 'Value Partners', 'share': 0.04},
  {'manager': 'Schroders', 'share': 0.051},
  {'manager': 'Hang Seng', 'share': 0.063},
  {'manager': 'UBS', 'share': 0.056},
  {'manager': 'SSgA', 'share': 0.066},
  {'manager': 'Fidelity', 'share': 0.088},
  {'manager': 'BlackRock', 'share': 0.084}];

  var poly = [
    {'x':0,'y':0},
    {'x':0,'y':0},
    {'x':0,'y':0},
    {'x':0,'y':0}
  ];

  var polyMaster = new Array(20).fill(poly);

  var colorMap = {
    'Fidelity':"#003366",
    'BlackRock':"#366092",
    'SSgA':"#4f81b9",
    'Hang Seng':"#95b3d7",
    'UBS':"#b8cce4",
    'Schroders':"#e7eef8",
    'JP Morgan':"#a6a6a6",
    'Value Partners':"#d9d9d9",
    'Yuanta':"#ffffcc",
    'First State':"#ffffcc",
    'HSBC':'#f6d18b',
    'Invesco':'#e4a733',
    'BOCI-Prudential':"#b29866",
    'Allianz':'#a6a6a6',
    'Mirae Asset':'#d9d9d9',
    'Manulife':'#e7eef8',
    'CSOP':'#b8cce4',
    'Principal':'#95b3d7',
    'Deutsche Bank':'#4f81b9',
    'Aberdeen Standard':'#366092',
    'ChinaAMC':'#003366'
  };

      var sortedData = data.sort(function(a,b) {
        return b.share - a.share;
      });

      let counterRect = 0,
        counterText = 0;

        var column = graphGroup.selectAll('.ranks')
            .data(sortedData)
            .attr('class', 'ranks')
          .enter().append("g");

        column.append("rect")
            .attr("width", 120)
            .attr("height", function(d) {
              return heightScale(d.share)
            })
            .attr('x', function(d) {return 0})
            .attr('y', function(d, i) {
              let previous = counterRect;
              return (counterRect += heightScale(d.share)+2, previous)
            })
            .each(function(d,i) {
              if (i>=0) {
                return polyMaster[i][0].x = 120;
              }
            })
            .each(function(d,i) {
              if (i>=0) {
                const index = i;
                polyMaster[index][0].y = d3.select(this).attr('y');
              }
            })

            .style('fill',function(d,i) {return colorMap[d.manager]});

            column.append("text")
              .attr('x', function(d) {return 60})
              .attr('y', function(d, i) {
                let previous = counterText;
                return (counterText += heightScale(d.share)+2, previous + (heightScale(d.share)/2))
              })
              .attr("dominant-baseline", "central")
              .attr('text-anchor', 'middle')
              .text(function(d) {
                return d.manager;
              });

              console.log(polyMaster)
<script src="https://d3js.org/d3.v5.min.js"></script>

Question
How do I store my rect's y attributes iteratively, but still one at a time (so as to avoid being overwritten)?
Note: I'm just worried with the first object of x and ys. The remaining three will be mapped out later, once I figure out how to do the above.

A: Your problem has nothing to do with d3.each or its indices. Your problem lies here:
var poly = [
    {'x':0,'y':0},
    {'x':0,'y':0},
    {'x':0,'y':0},
    {'x':0,'y':0}
];

var polyMaster = new Array(20).fill(poly);

All your objects in all your arrays point to the same object (poly). Changing one will change them all.
A quick fix would be using JSON.parse with JSON.stringify to copy the objects:
var polyMaster = d3.range(20).map(()=>JSON.parse(JSON.stringify(poly)))

There are several alternatives, though. Another simple one is just passing the array directly inside the map:
var polyMaster = d3.range(20).map(()=>[
    {'x':0,'y':0},
    {'x':0,'y':0},
    {'x':0,'y':0},
    {'x':0,'y':0}
])

Also, as you noticed, I'm using d3.range instead of new Array + fill.
Here is the changed code:

var margins = {top:20, bottom:300, left:30, right:100};

var height = 600;
var width = 900;

var totalWidth = width+margins.left+margins.right;
var totalHeight = height+margins.top+margins.bottom;

var outerRadius = (400 / 2);
var innerRadius = 15;

var svg = d3.select('body')
    .append('svg')
    .attr('width', totalWidth)
    .attr('height', totalHeight);

var graphGroup = svg.append('g')
    .attr('transform', "translate("+margins.left+","+margins.top+ ")");

var heightScale = d3.scaleLinear()
    .domain([.01,.09])
    .range([7,50]);

var data = [{'manager': 'Mirae Asset', 'share': 0.016},
  {'manager': 'Manulife', 'share': 0.015},
  {'manager': 'ChinaAMC', 'share': 0.012},
  {'manager': 'Principal', 'share': 0.015},
  {'manager': 'Aberdeen Standard', 'share': 0.013},
  {'manager': 'CSOP', 'share': 0.015},
  {'manager': 'BOCI-Prudential', 'share': 0.019},
  {'manager': 'Allianz', 'share': 0.016},
  {'manager': 'HSBC', 'share': 0.027},
  {'manager': 'Deutsche Bank', 'share': 0.014},
  {'manager': 'Invesco', 'share': 0.025},
  {'manager': 'First State', 'share': 0.033},
  {'manager': 'JP Morgan', 'share': 0.041},
  {'manager': 'Value Partners', 'share': 0.04},
  {'manager': 'Schroders', 'share': 0.051},
  {'manager': 'Hang Seng', 'share': 0.063},
  {'manager': 'UBS', 'share': 0.056},
  {'manager': 'SSgA', 'share': 0.066},
  {'manager': 'Fidelity', 'share': 0.088},
  {'manager': 'BlackRock', 'share': 0.084}];

  var poly = [
    {'x':0,'y':0},
    {'x':0,'y':0},
    {'x':0,'y':0},
    {'x':0,'y':0}
  ];

  var polyMaster = d3.range(20).map(()=>JSON.parse(JSON.stringify(poly)))

  var colorMap = {
    'Fidelity':"#003366",
    'BlackRock':"#366092",
    'SSgA':"#4f81b9",
    'Hang Seng':"#95b3d7",
    'UBS':"#b8cce4",
    'Schroders':"#e7eef8",
    'JP Morgan':"#a6a6a6",
    'Value Partners':"#d9d9d9",
    'Yuanta':"#ffffcc",
    'First State':"#ffffcc",
    'HSBC':'#f6d18b',
    'Invesco':'#e4a733',
    'BOCI-Prudential':"#b29866",
    'Allianz':'#a6a6a6',
    'Mirae Asset':'#d9d9d9',
    'Manulife':'#e7eef8',
    'CSOP':'#b8cce4',
    'Principal':'#95b3d7',
    'Deutsche Bank':'#4f81b9',
    'Aberdeen Standard':'#366092',
    'ChinaAMC':'#003366'
  };

      var sortedData = data.sort(function(a,b) {
        return b.share - a.share;
      });

      let counterRect = 0,
        counterText = 0;

        var column = graphGroup.selectAll('.ranks')
            .data(sortedData)
            .attr('class', 'ranks')
          .enter().append("g");

        column.append("rect")
            .attr("width", 120)
            .attr("height", function(d) {
              return heightScale(d.share)
            })
            .attr('x', function(d) {return 0})
            .attr('y', function(d, i) {
              let previous = counterRect;
              return (counterRect += heightScale(d.share)+2, previous)
            })
            .each(function(d,i) {
              if (i>=0) {
                return polyMaster[i][0].x = 120;
              }
            })
            .each(function(d,i) {
              if (i>=0) {
                const index = i;
                polyMaster[index][0].y = d3.select(this).attr('y');
              }
            })

            .style('fill',function(d,i) {return colorMap[d.manager]});

            column.append("text")
              .attr('x', function(d) {return 60})
              .attr('y', function(d, i) {
                let previous = counterText;
                return (counterText += heightScale(d.share)+2, previous + (heightScale(d.share)/2))
              })
              .attr("dominant-baseline", "central")
              .attr('text-anchor', 'middle')
              .text(function(d) {
                return d.manager;
              });

              console.log(polyMaster)
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What a wonderful shot – that's one seriously big tree – did it work as a hook to pull the fencing in?
Such a purposeful stride – and that 'stick' looks like Neptunes staff!
She was definitely on a seafaring mission.
Fab pic – love it when I manage to capture the 'moment' which is exactly what you have done. And what a big stick – did she want to take it home? I know mine would want to bring it home if she found one like that!
Haha! Perfect 🙂 …Kids know best!
Thanks Zena 🙂 She was in her element!


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Q: importing Chinese characters I'm having a problem in importing for Magento. I have 5 different stores, chinese, english, french, español and german. Everything is working out fine but when I look at the chinese store, the product appears to be imported but the info isn't. Its counterparts shows the info in their correctly(in their own languages) except for the chinese store. When checking of the import file, it goes on smoothly, but after importing, it seems that the chinese characters were not imported...

A: Make sure your import file is encoded as UTF8 or another version that supports Chinese characters.  You can switch the encoding of a file in many different text editors.


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Yamaha March 26, 2018	posted by Aaron
Race ready: Deus-restored 1973 Yamaha TD3
As a road racing icon, the Yamaha TD series really needs no introduction. The internet is positively lousy with rhapsodic accounts of its achievements on a racetrack in the hands of big names and amateurs alike. Not just screamingly fast, the 250cc parallel twin TDs were reliable as the sunrise, which made them very hard for contemporary iron to top.
1973 Yamaha TD3 for sale on eBay
They're still darlings of vintage racers, aided by simple air-cooled architecture and widely available parts. This 1973 Yamaha TD3 has been made race ready by Woolie's Workshop, an arm of the Deus Ex Machina classic bike franchise. It has been updated with a front disc brake and an Ohlins steering damper to edge it closer to modern spec.
From the eBay listing:
Fresh from Deus' Woolie's Workshop
c.1973 Yamaha TD3 250cc Racing Motorcycle
The mainstay of 250cc and 350cc class racing at national and international level for many years, the twin-cylinder two-stroke Yamaha well deserved the title of 'privateer's friend'. The 250cc TD2 arrived in 1969, replacing the TD1C, and immediately proved capable of winning Grands Prix, privateer Kent Andersson triumphing in the German round at Hockenheim that year, one of Yamaha's most significant classic victories. The giant leap forward from the TD1C had been achieved thanks to a comprehensive redesign that saw the porting and exhaust system updated, superior Mikuni carburettors adopted and the chassis, suspension and brakes greatly improved. Looking like a scaled down Norton Featherbed, the TD2's chassis was a development of that used for the RD56 works racer. Kel Carruthers on the works Benelli 'four' denied Kent Anderson the 250cc World Championship in 1969 but the following year the TD2 came good when Rod Gould, riding a works machine entered by Yamaha Motor NV of Holland, took the title.
The TD3 was an evolutionary step forward in the long line of successful Yamaha air-cooled two-strokes, and as it happens it would also be the last in its line. Released by the Japanese marque in 1972, the TD3 benefitted from a horizontally split crankcase, which holds the 247cc internals, producing about 50bhp and a redline in excess of 10,000 revs, which can propel the diminutive little racer's 230 pounds to blistering racing performance figures with incredible reliability.
Fresh from Deus Ex Machina's "Woolie's Workshop", this 250cc Yamaha 2-Stroke screamer was built to be competitive. Like all the builds out of Woolie's Workshop, it has that 'final 5%", which is always the most assiduously earned and separates the great bikes from the mere good ones. Every component was addressed, rebuilt, refinished and restored with Woolie's exquisite attention to detail, including engine, gearbox, and all cycle parts. Upgrades include the Ohlins steering damper and disc front brake. Built to race, but with no track time since the build, this is a fantastic opportunity to own a custom purpose-built race bike to be a class winning AHRMA machine. Tuck in, hold on, and safety-wire your bum to the seat….
Sold on a Bill of Sale.
For further information and additional photos, please visit: GloryMotorworks.com/Motorcycle-Sale
The bike has been run but not raced since it was finished, so it is just waiting for a vintage racer to give it the neck wringing it so richly deserves.
Suzuki March 23, 2018	posted by Aaron
Two stroke restomod: 1986 Suzuki RG500
The problem with owning classic sportbikes is that even in their best shape, they perform like they would have 30 years ago, which can be a terrifying affair if you're used to modern suspension and tires. Couple that with a take-no-prisoners 500cc two-stroke powerband, and you're really playing with fire. This 1986 Suzuki RG500 has had those concerns addressed, with mods to allow it to run modern tires and reworked suspension and brakes.
1986 Suzuki RG500 restomod for sale on eBay
The work was done by renowned RG500 tech Rick Lance, and the seller says no stone was left unturned. The bike was taken down to the chassis and gone over from top to bottom. The forks have been rebuilt and the anti-dive bypassed, and the engine has been treated to a mild tune, including a rare set of aftermarket expansion chambers.
1986 Suzuki RG500 Gamma. Full Rick Lance Gamma build "resto mod" from the frame up, in excellent condition, mods inc 17 inch wheels, GSXR brakes, Fox remote shock, upgraded forks internals, anti dive block off, plus all the usual Lance Gamma mods, filters, taps, clutch. Rare Tommy Crawford expansion chambers, motor has stock bore with mild tune, lightweight bodywork with single seat with excellent stock style paint scheme, less than one thousand miles since full build including the engine, suspension, gearbox, etc etc, as you would expect from a Rick Lance build it runs and rides perfectly, carburation is spot on pulling cleanly from idle to the red line.
Hard to find these now especially in this condition with everything being practically new, gets lots of attention where ever it goes, sounds amazing, from an era when GP bikes were 2 strokes and four cylinders there will never be anything like it again, own a piece of history!
Clean GA title in my name, located in North Georgia USA Can assist with shipping
The price is an eye-watering $26,500, which is staggering even as the price of nice stockers is climbing. That said, if a modern-style two-stroke superbike is your thing, we doubt you could build your own for cheaper.
Featured Listing: Suzuki RGV250-SP VJ22
Update 3.13.2018: SOLD in 3 hours and 19 minutes!! Congratulations to buyer and seller! -dc
Our friends at Speed Werks have almost completely rebuilt this Suzuki RGV250-SP, to the point that it's almost too pretty for the rapidly advancing riding season. Almost.
The Lucky Strike livery on this bike isn't a sticker package, it has been painted onto the new Sharkskinz bodywork. It looks sharp, but it's what's under the plastic that's important here. The chassis has been rebuilt, and the engine is literally as good as new.
It also wears a raft of critical aftermarket parts, to include Jolly Moto cans, a derestricted ignition box and stainless steel brake lines.
From the seller:
Suzuki RGV250-SP VJ22 Lucky Strike For Sale.
Freshly rebuilt Chassis with a complete 'brand new' Aprilia motor. 500 Miles since completion. Jolly Moto exhaust, derestricted ignition, adjustable suspension front and rear, Brembo master cylinder, steel lines, JDM rearsets. Sharkskinz bodywork with a phenomenal custom paint job, all graphics are painted, not stickers. New Michelin Power RS's, gold X-ring chain, all fluids replaced, oil injection intact and a complete service/safety check. ready to ride.
Price: $10,900 delivered anywhere in the continental USA, world wide delivery available with quote on request.
Contact: 302-672-RACE or steve@speedwerks.com
The beginning: 1998 Yamaha YZF-R1
After lagging slightly behind throughout the '90s with a host of beautiful-but-dated or comfortable and fast-but-heavy steeds, Yamaha came out of its corner swinging in '98 with the all-new R1. It was covered in decals advertising age-old Yamaha marketing terms like Genesis and Ex-Up, but the new machine was a beast the way the CBR900RR had been five years earlier.
1998 Yamaha R1 for sale on eBay
With the gearbox slammed on top of the output shaft, the R1 had a tiny wheelbase, weighed nothing and made in the neighborhood of 140 horsepower. There were few superlatives at the time to do it justice, and the line it spawned continues to set the benchmark for sportbikes.
This 1998 Yamaha R1 wears the distinct red-and-white livery, which I much prefer over the blue and silver that was also on offer. It is clean enough to eat your dinner off of, and has turned in just shy of 10,000 miles.
Quite possibly the most sought after collectible production Japanese Sport Bike of the last 25 years. No sportbike collection is complete without one and they are becoming very hard to find.
This is a wonderful example of a one owner 1998 Yamaha R1 in the coveted Red & White. Is it perfect? No. Is it super clean and probably the nicest one for sale in the country today? Yes.
A true 9993 miles, runs like new and everything works perfectly. This R1 has spent its whole life in an air conditioned garage.
The R1 has a couple of period correct mods that include an under tail eliminator and flush mount turn signals. The bike could easily be reconfigured to completely stock as the parts are all still available from Yamaha for around $300.
The amazing thing is that it still has its factory exhaust, windscreen, levers and the paint and decals are in exceptionally fresh condition. The only blem is a small crack in the paint on the tank that just appeared when it was about two years old.
As the magazines of the time dubbed it "Twitchy Bitch" it of course has an Ohlins steering damper.
Now for a couple of very cool and rare bits. Along with the R1 comes the original dealer large vinyl showroom marketing poster, original brochure and a genuine Yamaha accessory seat cowl. As a Yamaha dealer for the better part of twenty years, I had never seen another poster or brochure.
This is a "no reserve" auction and the bike will sell.
Bid strong as this may be the last best chance to add this to your sportbike collection.
If you have any questions don't hesitate to email or call.
It will not be long before these beasts start seeing their values climb, much the same way slab-side Gixxers have of late. This one is offered with no reserve, and yet is north of $5,000 with a healthy chunk of time left in the auction. We'd jump on this one while the jumping is good.
All chassis: 1992 Yamaha TZR250R 3XV4
This 1992 Yamaha TZR250R 3XV4 is the last of a bunch in our buddy Gary's extensive collection of grey-market machines. He's right up front that this one looks good in a parking space, but shows its age up close. He notes that it has its fair share of scratches and cracks, and says that it looks like the tank has been repainted.
Be that as it may, the bike has had a mechanical once-over and is low mileage, which makes it a good candidate for just about anything. It would be easy enough to restore to showroom, or it could be ridden without a lot of worry.
And what a ride. The TZRs upheld Yamaha's long-standing reputation for sweet-handling steeds. The brakes are good, the bikes are light, and corner speeds can get hairy very quickly, provided you keep the revs up. Unfortunately, uncorked TZRs are rare beasts, as it takes more than a pipe and a jet kit to extract more than about 40 horsepower.
Up for auction to the highest bidder with NO RESERVE is a 1992 Yamaha TZR250R 3XV4 with 15,214 kilometers (9,454 miles). Bike looks very nice and has great curb appeal but has scratches, scrapes and a crack in the upper left fairing. Appears the tank has been professionally resprayed. This bike would make a great candidate for restoration since it has such low miles. All fairings are 100% genuine OEM factory Yamaha. Bike is completely stock except for hand grips. Bike runs excellent and was just serviced with new tires, carbs cleaned, new battery, new fork seals and new engine fluids. This TZR has so much potential. Fairings are nice. There are no dents in the gas tank and the windscreen is very clear. Bike is solid. This is the last TZR250R I have. My collection is almost gone. Bike comes with Utah state title and is titled as a street bike for road use. $200 deposit due immeadiatly after auctions end thru PayPal. Remaining balance due within 5 business days by check, bank wire or cash in person. Please text 801-358-6537 for more photos and questions.
There's no buy-it-now set for this bike, so the auction will run its full course. Jump in early and stay in late to get your best shot at this little beast.
Honda March 8, 2018	posted by Aaron
Featured Listing: Ex-Zarco 2012 MotoBi TSR6 Moto2 bike
Update 3.8.2018: This seller has renewed their Featured Listing for this Moto2 race bike! Thank you for continuing to support the site and good luck with the sale! -dc
After five seasons showing equal parts promise, poise, ruthlessness and speed in the Moto2 World Championship, Frenchman Johann Zarco moved up to MotoGP for 2017 and earned Rookie of the Year honors on his way to sixth overall in the championship. In a fitting tribute to that accolade, today's featured listing is the 600cc Moto2 machine upon which he took home Rookie of the Year in the intermediate class in 2012.
His remarkable 2017 season followed back-to-back championships in Moto2, and he brought with him to the 1,000cc class a loose-is-fast, cutthroat style common to Moto2 riders. His 2012 bike, like all Moto2 rides, is powered by a highly modified inline four based on the Honda CBR600 engine. It resides in a proprietary MotoBi frame, which are becoming scarcer as the team has since left the Moto2 World Championship stage.
The seller says he bought this bike directly from team JiR after the engine was refreshed and broken in on a dyno. It is reportedly in ready-to-race condition, though it has been on display since it was purchased. It wears Mobil oil livery from the 2012 LeMans round of the championship, and bears Zarco's signature on the tank cover. The seller says he can supply spare parts with the purchase on request.
2012 MotoBi TSR6 Moto2.
Former team JIR, ridden by Joahn Zarco in the 2012 Moto2 World Championship.
Frame number TSR-001
Engine number PR01E1000062A
This bike with Zarco ended at 10th place in the Championship and in the same year Zarco was awarded with the "Rookie of the year" prize.
The bike is in virtually "as new" conditions.
Engine has been overhauled by team JIR just before the delivery and has been breaked-in on the dyno.
Has received all the upgrades from the standard TSR6 and is presented in the Le Mans "Mobil 1" scheme as per French Grand Prix of 2012.
It is provided of standard HRC dash as per buyer's request.
The bike has been purchased by actual owner directly from team JIR and the same team provided full statement of rider/placement/results and has been kept on display since.
The bike is ready to be used.
Spare parts are available upon request.
Contact the seller:
Matteo Franchini
matte.franchini@gmail.com
Price 67.000 euro
The frame is stamped with serial number 2012-001, and will come with a spate of documentation stating its authenticity. As Zarco's star continues to rise in the MotoGP World Championship, the bike's value is sure to increase. Particularly in the latter half of the 2017 season, Zarco found pace where the factory men could not, and very nearly won the final round in Valencia, four places ahead of nine-time champ and factory Yamaha man Valentino Rossi.
Yamaha March 8, 2018	posted by Aaron
Rev happy import: 1989 Yamaha FZR400R
Yamaha FZR400s were available in the States for a good part of their run, and attracted a loyal club racing following thanks to liter-bike embarrassing corner speeds and engines that begged for revs. This 1989 Yamaha FZR400R is an import from the UK, and carries the bulbous front end from the legendary OW01 and a few go bits we didn't get.
1989 Yamaha FZR400R for sale on eBay
With a Tennessee title and registration already secured, it shouldn't be too difficult to get the bike plated anywhere. The '89 FZR400R carries the aluminum Deltabox swingarm and four-pot brakes that didn't make our shores until the 1990 Fizzers broke cover.
It looks to be in decent condition overall, with about 15,500 miles on the clock. The fairings and paint look decent overall, but the bike shows minor rash down the left side.
Up for No Reserve Auction is this completely stock Yamaha 3EN2 FZR400R. These rarities are little brothers to the Yamaha ow01 FRZ750R superbike. This all aluminum cycle displays its age well, and is in great shape, with only light scrapes and minor corrosion. The bike has been registered, tagged, and titled, in Tennessee.
I am selling several grey market bikes. Please check my other listings or inquire as to availability. I may be able to assist with delivery at a competitive rate. I ask that a non-refundable deposit of $500 be paid within 24 hours of purchase, and the balance be paid within seven days. Thank you for taking interest in my listing. Feel free to call or text with questions to 423 747 3265
Footage shows the bike on or near The Tail of the Dragon in the East Tennessee hills in warmer months. Those days are just around the corner, and the bike is ready and willing for a new rider to experience its cornering prowess.
Sport Bikes For Sale March 7, 2018	posted by Aaron
Handful of bees: 1985 Yamaha RZ350
The Yamaha RZ350 represents the last available road-going two stroke available in the U.S., and it brought to bear the full might of Yamaha's research and development into oil burners up to that point. In '85, the bikes paid tribute to King Kenny Roberts, sporting his factory bumble bee livery and his signature on the upper bikini fairing.
1985 Yamaha RZ350 for sale on eBay
The RZs reviewed well, as sharp-handling, powerful street bikes. They didn't shine until above 6,000 RPM, but above that threshold they got down the road with aplomb.
This 1985 Yamaha RZ350 has had a recent once over, during which it got a new chain, tires, brake pads, fluids and a carb clean. The seller says his mechanic gave the top end a clean bill of health. The bike has done just 4,500 miles from new, so it should be fully ready to be an occasional summer mount.
Really nice running low mileage Rz350. I had my mechanic who knows these well go through it last fall. He changed all the fluids, cleaned the carbs, new front brake pads, new tires, new gold 520 chain. He said the top end was like new. There are a couple of very small dings on the left side of the tank. These bikes are really fun to ride and they handle great. Bike is for sale locally and I reserve the right to end the auction early if it sells. Deposit at auction end through PayPal, balance by certified check or wire transfer. I can keep the bike for a while until shipping arrangements are made. Here's a link to see it running.
Big Fizz: 1990 Yamaha FZR1000 3GM
It's hard to find an FZR 1000 that isn't as cool as a snow cone in a blizzard, but the '89s and '90s really speak to me. Maybe it's the Bike of the Decade designation for the '89s. Maybe it's the Ow01-aping bug-eyed fairing. Maybe it's the sub-three-second 0-60 and 170 mph top end. Probably it's a little of each.
1990 Yamaha FZR1000 3GM
In any case, the drool comes on hard and strong when one of these comes up, and today's 1990 Yamaha FZR1000 3GM is from a friend of the site whose rides are always a cut above the rest. It has one aftermarket fairing to replace a cracked original, but the bodywork is otherwise untouched. The cracked original piece is included, for those who have to have everything just as it was.
Time to sell the big guns! Up for sale is a very nice 1990 Yamaha FZR1000 with only 14,640 kilometers (9,097 miles). This FZR is in excellent condition and looks beautiful. Upper fairing had a crack in it so I put on a new very high quality FRP upper fairing from Italy. (Original fairing included in sale if you'd like it). The rest of the fairings are 100% genuine OEM Yamaha factory. Bike has stock exhaust and OEM factory passenger seat cover for that solo look. Bike would be in perfect condition if not for the right side inner plastic panel. There is a very small piece that has broken off. You wouldn't notice it if I didn't tell you but it's there. Original windscreen has a few scratches and blemishes but very clear. Regardless, this is a very nice bike. No dents in the tank, the muffler is perfect no scratches, the fairings are perfect no scratches and the bike runs like new. Just serviced with new Dunlop Sportmax tires, new battery and new engine fluids. Bike comes with Utah state title and is titled as a streetbike for road use. $200 deposit due immeadiatly after sales end thru PayPal. Balance due within 5 business days by check, bank wire or cash in person. Please text 801-358-6537 for more photos or questions.
It's a great piece of early '90s nostalgia, and remains a ridiculously fast motorcycle, even in the face of 30 years of development.
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The Holocaust, or Shoah (which in Hebrew means "disaster"), refers to the mass murder of more than 6 million Jews, homosexuals, people with disabilities, gypsies, criminals and political opponents under the German Nazi regime during the Second World War.
The instigator was Adolf Hitler. After the end of the First World War, he was able to attract the crowd by spreading a message of revenge both for German people and the loss of their territories, creating a totalitarian state with strict rules and beliefs. The Führer, his epithet, believed that only the Aryan race – those peoples with pure Indo-European heritage – had the power and the duty to dominate the world. Therefore, in 1935 he promulgated the law for the protection of German blood and German honor which prohibited relationships and marriages between Germans and Jews, considered to be inferior, but it also banned the employment of Jews in all state activities.
At first, Jews were excluded from everyday life and were deported to Poland or ghettos. Then, Nazis devised a structural plan to get rid of those people blamed of being the root of every problem in Germany. In 1941, thus, Nazi occupiers opened the first extermination camp in Chelmno, Poland. In concentration camps, people were treated in an inhuman manner. They were undressed, their hair was cut and they were forced to work in terrible conditions; if unable to help and produce, they would be cruelly shot in front of other workers or they would be put in ovens where toxic gasses provided to kill them.
The date of 27 January has been designated as the International Holocaust Memorial Day to commemorate the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenhau and the end of the persecution of Jews. At first, in 2000, the Italian parliament passed a law to officialy mark January 27 as the Shoah Remembrance Day, to honor all the victims and all the Italians who were deported, imprisoned and killed due to the racial laws instituted during the fascist era. Gradually, all European countries followed through. Finally, in 2006, the United Nations declared the date as international recurrence.
In Italy, during the day, it is usual to organize cultural meetings, both publicly and in schools, to reflect and keep the memory alive: the events entail showings of movies, narrations of real stories by survivors or the reading of some extracts of books such as "The Diary of Anne Frank".
Nowadays, we live in a society in which still too often diversity is considered to be negative and harmful to our culture, but we should learn from history: what is done cannot be undone, but we can make sure that doesn't happen again. Knowledge of history is crucial to fully understand the world where we are and this can definitely help us to live our lives and put events into a new perspective.
Holocaust is a book page from which we must not delete the bookmark.


We are huge chicken fans here, eat it at least three times per week! Truthfully, sometimes more. This recipe for the Best Baked Bone In Skin On Chicken Breast is just what the title states. The Best Baked Bone In Skin On Chicken Breast we have ever tried. We love this recipe so much we make it regularly and always enjoy it.
I switch the spices around here and there so it never totally comes out exactly the same. The important part is the cooking time and method. You definitely should take a moment to have a peek below at our recipe!
The Best Baked Bone In Skin On Chicken Breast recipe is so easy. I learned it from my friend Lucienne who is an amazing cook and taught me that anything is possible in the kitchen. I was only limited by my imagination. Boy was she right! She also showed me how to make this Perfect Prosciutto Stuffed Bone In Skin On Chicken Breast. Absolutely amazing too!
This Best Baked Bone In Skin On Chicken Breast is perfect for you to add your own special touches. Whatever flavors you prefer make sure you add them. You can also buy a stick of flavored butter to make this recipe just a little bit easier! Regardless, this recipe will work beautifully every time!
These are the Best Baked Bone In Skin On Chicken Breasts I have ever made. For me crispy skin is the key to an awesome baked chicken breast. This recipe is simple, quick and totally delicious. Whether you use tarragon, sage or just garlic, you will make these chicken breasts over and over again.
We love this recipe for the Best Baked Bone In Skin On Chicken Breast so much we made a video and I would love for you to have a look at it below! Chicken lovers will be glad you did watch to see exactly how it's done!
Preheat your oven to 450 degrees. Prepare a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil and a rack lightly coated with cooking spray. Set aside.
In a small bowl, combine the butter and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Add garlic and tarragon. If desired, add other herbs or other flavorings to the butter. Combine. I also have added flavors to the butter and tested it on a cracker or a small piece of bread to make sure the butter didn't need any more garlic or whatever. I have even bought flavored butter and not added anything else to it and the results were delicious!
Using your finger, carefully loosen the skin from the breast meat to create a sort of pocket and slide the butter underneath the skin, into it. Using your finger or the back of a spoon, carefully spread the butter evenly under the skin of each breast. Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
Using your toothpicks secure the skin, where it is not attached, to the chicken breast. This prevents the skin from shrinking on top of each chicken breast. Securing the skin also helps to create a crispy sheet of skin all over the top of each one and the chicken breast will be totally moist.
Rub the skin of each breast with oil. Place the breasts on the rack and bake until the skin is golden brown and the meat is cooked through, 35-45 minutes. Use your meat thermometer to make sure your chicken is cooked. Remove from oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!


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Papa Bouba Diop (Dakar, 28. siječnja 1978. – Pariz, 29. studenog 2020.), senegalski nogometaš koji je igrao u veznom redu.

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Njegova prirodna pozicija bila je defenzivni vezni, ali također je mogao igrati kao središnji branič.

Klupska karijera

Nastupao je za: Espoir Dakar, Diaraaf Dakar, Vevey Sports, Neuchâtel Xamax, Grasshoppers, RC Lens, Fulham, Portsmouth, AEK Atena, West Ham United i Birmingham City.

Karijeru je završio u Birminghamu 2013. godine.

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Za senegalsku reprezentaciju je nastupio 63 puta i zabio je 11 pogodaka. Bio je u sastavu reprezentacije na njenom premijernom nastupu na svjetskim prvenstvima 2002. godine u Južnoj Koreji i Japanu. U prvom nastupu na tom prvenstvu postigao je pogodak za pobjedu protiv aktualnih svjetskih prvaka Francuza.

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Sky News launches iPad app, as The Daily heads to UK
By Joe Cox
Sky News for iPad is available for free but will become a paid-for app if you're not a Sky customer
Sky News has launched a bespoke iPad app that it believes will be "the future of news journalism".
Sky News for iPad is currently available for free but will only remain so for Sky customers, with a charge to be introduced for everyone else later this year.
The bespoke iPad app has a dedicated editorial team and will be updated every minute and blend interactive video content with live coverage.
Reversing the online model of text-led stories with smaller videos, Sky News for iPad focuses on video content that can be watched on-demand.
The app will work on 3G and wi-fi and will give access to additional content not seen on the Sky News channel.
John Ryley, head of Sky News, called it "one of the most important developments in Sky News' history' as he promised it would deliver 'visually-rich storytelling".
Apple is yet to finalise its online subscription model for iPad apps, which both Sky News and Rupert Murdoch's iPad newspaper, The Daily, are waiting on before announcing charges.
The chief digital office of News Corporation, Jon Miller, has however confirmed that The Daily will come to the UK in a matter of months.
Having launched for free in the US, The Daily is set to go behind the paywall in the US next week.
In contrast to the Sky News for iPad app, which promises to refresh content every minute, The Daily updates on a daily basis, as the name suggests.
The Sky News for iPad app is available to download from the iTunes Store now.
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Joe Cox
Joe is Content Director for T3 and What Hi-Fi?, having previously been the Global Editor-in-Chief of What Hi-Fi?. He has worked on What Hi-Fi? across the print magazine and website for more than 15 years, writing news, reviews and features on everything from turntables to TVs, headphones to hi-fi separates. He has covered product launch events across the world, from Apple to Technics, Sony and Samsung; reported from CES, the Bristol Show, and Munich High End for many years; and written for sites such as the BBC, Stuff, and the Guardian. In his spare time, he enjoys expanding his vinyl collection and cycling (not at the same time).
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What's Your Snapshot?
Sunrises and Celebrations
Kanyakumari, India
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Our Snapshot Moment
Like on any vacation, there are so many memorable moments from our time in India that stay in our hearts and minds forever. However, on our most recent trip to India (Challah's first), there was one moment that was especially profound. We were visiting the southern state of Kerala for a week before heading to my home state of Gujarat. We had included traveling down to Kanyakumari, a coastal town in Tamil Nadu, and the southern most tip of India, where three oceans merge (Indian, Arabian, Bay of Bengal). We heard sunsets and sunrises here were spectacular and were eager to visit the rock where it's believed that Swami Vivekanand, a remarkable monk who had spoken at the Parliament of World Religions in Chicago in 1893, had attained enlightenment. While in Kanyakumari, we stayed at the ashram of Swami Vivekananda for whom they have dedicated a monument on the sea. We woke up early the first morning to catch a glimpse of the sunrise. We quickly learned that we were not alone. Not only were the peacocks in the compound up and about, hundreds and hundreds of school children were as well, as they ran past us with a shared sense of urgency. When we reached the wall separating us from the Indian Ocean, we were the only ones there. Then, in moments, rows and rows of children in school uniforms are standing to each side of us, silent, waiting for baited breath, surprisingly for the same thing we had traveled across the world for, a Kanyakumari sunrise.
We all stood there, tourists, children, and teachers watching the sun rise softly and slowly as it does every day. It almost felt as if collectively we were holding our breath. And it was spectacular. We were fortunate to have little cloud coverage that morning and felt the profoundness of this snapshot moment. How similar we are to one another when it comes to appreciating nature! After the performance of the sun, the children diligently walked to an open area, seated in straight rows like members of an army. They closed their eyes in meditation before starting their morning calisthenics and formal instruction. We watched in awe, first at the sunrise and then at the discipline of the children, thirsty for a connection with nature, mindfulness, movement in their bodies, and to learn. We so wish that every day we could take time to see and appreciate the sun rise and that every child in the world could be given these priceless gifts every day of their young lives.
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These camps will introduce the U14 goaltender to the skills, concepts and techniques of the Hockey Canada Program of Excellence Goaltending Program.
Each camp will admit, by application, 24 to 36 Under-14 goaltenders to experience the program under the guidance of Hockey Canada, Provincial Branch and CHL experts and consultants.
The curriculum and design of the camp is created by Hockey Canada's High Performance Goaltending Advisory Group to introduce young goaltenders to high performance concepts and an introduction to the Program of Excellence.
Registration for each camp is $350.00 and is open now.


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Denim was always the choice for people who need sturdy, protective workwear. Dyneema® is the strongest and most durable fiber in the world. So combining the two is the perfect way to increase durability, toughness, protection, and cut resistance, without reducing comfort.
Fashion and urban wear: Including 5-10% Dyneema® increases the abrasion resistance of 100% denim by 250-600%, tear resistance by 50-100%, and tensile strength by 25-100%.
Action sportswear: Dyneema® increases the abrasion resistance by 10-20% compared with cotton-HT nylon blends, and matches them for tear resistance and tensile strength, at only half the amount of Dyneema®.
When Levi's® decided to make jeans for people who push their clothing that bit harder, or need more protection, they turned to Dyneema®.
Including just 7% Dyneema® fiber more than doubled abrasion resistance and boosted strength by 25%. Yet they still felt like 501®s.
An even stronger icon was born.
Saint Unbreakable Denim is a blend of Dyneema® and natural fibers that outperforms aramid-lined jeans and jacket combos. Saint weaves Dyneema® in the warp and weft to create a fabric that looks great, protects great and is comfortable to wear all day and all night.
Italian fabric manufacturer Berto is mixing new yarns and technologies to create extreme-wear products that bridge fashion and technical clothing. Its technical denim with Dyneema® fiber outperforms typical denim by a factor of seven, yet ages like regular denim without sacrificing performance.
Cone Denim is using Dyneema® to create high-strength technical fabrics that don't look like high-strength technical fabrics. Using a small amount of Dyneema® the company can create a cloth that's stronger than normal but with the same authentic denim look. Like the limited edition Levi's® 501® Centennial. Made with 10% Dyneema®, they were Levi's® strongest jeans to date.
Draggin offers Motorcycle denim with a protective lining on the inside that thanks to the addition of Dyneema® pass the CE level 1 and 2 according EN13595.


It's not always about what's inside. Beverage packaging is transcending the typical bottles or cans of yesterday—or, at least, improving them.
Potentially one of the most unique patents on the market is fresh out of Australia. Barokes Wines' recently published patent calls on resveratrol, not for its heart-health benefits, but as a can coating.
Here's Barokes' logic. In the centuries wine has been around, it's been stored in everything from pottery to animal skins. These days, glass is the go-to, but not without issues. "The use of glass bottles has evolved more recently as the preferred storage method, however glass has a number of drawbacks as a packaging medium for beverages, including its weight, durability and less than optimum recycling ability," Barokes' patent noted. The increased consumer (and therefore manufacturer) demand on minimizing the carbon footprint adds even more pressure.
"As the world market demand for wine increases, there is a need to transport wine that maintains its integrity and safety globally with the additional use of a more environmentally sustainable beverage packaging," the patent read.
Cans may offer that, but there's a big problem: the perceived tinny taste. Manufacturers typically apply a lacquer inside the can to prevent what they call "can taint." However, wine's quality has a pretty short shelf life with these traditional methods.
Barokes Wines solution is to coat the can's interior with resveratrol—a polyphenol found in grapes. According to the inventors, the resveratrol coating protected the wine from degradation and decomposition; the product had a shelf life of at least 12 months (and provides a more sustainable option, no less)! Pretty impressive.
Cans aren't the only packaging manufacturers are looking toward to save cash.
Amerigo Laboratories' New Shaker—a dual-chamber bottle that holds dry ingredients separately from liquid—just launched in North America, despite almost two decades' of use in Europe. The single-dose system keeps the dry ingredient in a plug under the cap, which the consumer can press to plunge in the liquid. According to Ralph Maser, Amerigo's CEO, the company expects to sell 225 million units in Europe this year.
"Traction is growing due to companies wanting to differentiate their product lines from anything in their industry," Maser said in a release.


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Sexually transmitted diseases in humans is common knowledge. STDs in cats and dogs is not common knowledge. If you have a cat or dog and have not spayed or neutered your pet, there is a lot more at risk than your cat spraying all of the furniture or your dog aggressively and sexually attacking everything that moves. Here are some of the sexually transmitted diseases your pets can contract if you choose not to spay or neuter them.
If you've recently noticed a lump or lesion on your beloved pet, you're no doubt worried and extremely eager to get some reassuring news from your vet. Unfortunately, approximately 30 to 40 percent of all tumors found in dogs are cancerous. In fact, more than half of dogs who live to be more than 10 years of age develop a malignant tumor at some point in their lives. However, not all tumors are bad news.
When it comes to taking great care of a pet, you will need to start at the beginning. In the case of dog ownership, there are some puppy care tips that you will need to understand and follow so that you are able to properly raise your puppy and give them the head start that they need. Follow the information laid out below and don't hesitate to also reach out to a vet clinic that can serve you.
You love your dogs and you want to protect them from harm. Some of the potential harm can come for common products you have around your home. Dogs love to investigate the world around them, which means they'll taste just about anything they come in contact with—including things that can cause them harm. Here are four common items you should keep away from your dog. Antifreeze Antifreeze sometimes has a sweet flavor that dogs love.
Humans are not the only ones who can suffer seizures; dogs can also go through them. Whether it is due to epilepsy or an illness, watching your dog have a seizure can be pretty terrifying. Seizures are not always preventable, so it is good to know what to do when they occur. Here is some advice on how to handle dog seizures: Remain Calm When you see your dog drop to the ground and lose control of his bodily functions, it is easy to scream and panic.
If you are planning to become a cat owner, cat litter will likely be an important aspect of caring for your pet indoors. Issues with cat litter can become frustrating for people who have never owned a cat. Perhaps you are a person who is only used to having one cat in the house. If you are considering adding more cats to keep your current feline happy and entertained, it is important to consider cat litter issues you may face by adding more cats.
Dressing up your pets in clothing can be fun, and is a neat way for your pet to participate in costuming events like Halloween. Some pet parents, however, hate the idea of pets being dressed up and feel it's unsafe. If you're wondering which side is right, the easy answer is both! If you want to dress up your pet but are afraid of hurting them, or you feel that dressing up pets is irresponsible, here is how to safely dress up your pet without endangering them.


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Miribilla (hiszp: Estación de Miribilla) – stacja kolejowa w Bilbao, we wspólnocie autonomicznej Kraj Basków, w Hiszpanii. Znajduje się na linii C-3 Renfe Cercanías Bilbao.

Stacja znajduje się w nowej dzielnicy Miribilla, w dystrykcie Ibaiondo. Została oficjalnie otwarta w dniu 18 grudnia 2008 r., po trzech i pół roku budowy, dzięki partnerstwu Bilbao Ría 2000.

Stacja znajduje się około 50 metrów pod ziemią i jest najgłębszą stacją w sieci Adif. Do jej budowy trzeba było wykopać trzy studnie (do wind, wentylacji i awaryjne), jedna z nich, odpowiednio do wyciągów, 50 metrów wysokości i 15 metrów średnicy. Było również konieczne przedłużenie tunelu kolejowego podziemnej jaskini po okolicy, bez przerywania ruchu kolejowego.

Dostęp do peronu odbywa się od złącza znajdującego się na placu na zewnątrz centrum Miribilla. Budynek (sala przeszklone) posiada 300 m² powierzchni, automaty biletowe. Transfer pasażerów na peron odbywa się przez windy, ale stacja posiada również sochody. Łącznie została zainstalowanych sześć panoramicznych wind, które zapewniają dobre oświetlenie przez sztuczne światło z okna budynku pasażerskiego, o pojemności do 21 osób każda. Jazda windą trwa 30 sekund.

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Obituary for Helen (Mikesic) Smith | Francis G. Ozog Funeral Home, Inc.
SMITH – Helen, 98, of Ottawa, Kansas, formerly of Johnstown, died February 1, 2019, in Ottawa. Born December 17, 1920, in Johnstown the daughter of Ivan and Rose (Baich) Mikesic. Preceded in death by her parents; husband, Robert L. Smith; son, Robert J. Smith; and 8 brothers and sisters. She is survived by her daughters: Carol, wife of Larry Ramach, Johnstown; and Rhonda, wife of Steve Howard, Princeton, KS who cared for her for 30 years; daughter-in-law, Linda Smith, Daytona Beach, FL; 8 grandchildren: 7 great-grandchildren: 1 great-great-granddaughter; and brother, William Mikesic. Helen worked as a crane operator during WWII for Bethlehem Steel Corp, Shell Plant division. She enjoyed doing word puzzles and loved to fly. She was a life member of St. Therese Catholic Church. At the request of the family private services will be held. The family is being served by the Francis G. Ozog Funeral Home, Johnstown.


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DRAMA (literally "action," from Gr. δρᾶν, act or do), the term applied to those productions of Art which imitate or, to use a more modern term, "represent" action by introducing the personages taking part in them as real, and as employed in the action itself. There are numerous varieties of the drama, differing more or less widely from one another, both as to the objects imitated and as to the means used in the process. But they all agree in the method or manner which is essential to the drama and to dramatic art, namely, imitation in the way of action. The function of all Art being to give pleasure by representation (see Fine Arts), it is clear that what is distinctive of any one branch or form must be the manner in which this function is performed by it. In the epos, for instance, the method or manner is narrative, and even when Odysseus tells of his action, he is not acting.
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Case Study: Massey University Career Engine
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The key to digital marketing is smart targeting – and in this case, targeting smart people.
Massey University has grown up; no longer simply a place to study agriculture or veterinary science, but New Zealand's university of choice for bright, driven, young people destined for important roles in New Zealand's knowledge economy.
Mogul's brief was to create a digital campaign which would engage this demographic, pique their interest in Massey, and start a conversation.
We took Massey through the Mogul Methodology every step of the way.
Working with Massey's External Relations Office, we first developed the idea of the Career Engine, an interactive web application which would take students on a journey through their possible future career based on their current interests and favourite subjects.
From the choices they made on The Career Engine, they would get a glimpse of how their future might progress, and the potential before them.
The objective was to build a database of highly engaged, prospective students which Massey could continue to meaningfully communicate with.
Implementation of The Career Engine (www.engine.ac.nz/career-engine) involved comprehensive planning and testing. The project presented a number of challenges around social media integration, front-end interface design and content management, and it had to be done in a short timeframe to coincide with a national TVC campaign.
The main Massey digital assets (massey.ac.nz, engine.ac.nz, Facebook, Twitter) and online advertising are used to drive traffic to the Career Engine. The key call to action to encourage interaction was: "What will you do in 2027?"
Because nearly every high school pupil is on Facebook, we designed the Career Engine to integrate with social media by enabling login using Facebook Connect, and encouraging sharing of the results with their friends and family on Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest.
Massey maintains regular contact with each person who has completed and supplied contact details providing targeted, relevant information to keep them engaged with the University and excited about their future career options.
Massey has nearly doubled its Facebook fans to over 10,000 since Mogul mapped out the social media strategy for the university at the start of 2012.
Massey has a fantastic Social Media Co-ordinator who has worked hard to exceed the goal expectations we set in January – 4 months early!
The Massey team has also been active in adding more content to the Career Engine, so there are more choices to appeal to a wider range of people and interests.
We set up the various stages of the Career Engine as a goal funnel in Google Analytics to ensure that we have a clear picture of how visitors are travelling through the different steps of the Career Engine, and where things can be improved.
The Career Engine has been very successful at targeting this tightly defined demographic and over 1000 prospective students have used the app since it was launched three months ago and 20% have given Massey permission to keep them updated via email. This is no mean feat – we're talking about teenagers here!
The results and insights continue to be fed back into the app to improve it, with new features and functionality to improve the experience and the conversion rate.
This is what Massey had to say:
"We saw a gap in the university market for an online tool that could help students identify a course of study based on their interests. Mogul picked up what was really just a blue sky idea and developed it into a project and reality in a really short space of time! Now we've got a simple-to-use tool that will help prospective students open their eyes to the world of possibility and aspiration available through tertiary study. If you're thinking about hiring Mogul for similar projects, don't hesitate!"
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Nawazuddin Siddiqui's Sister Syama Tamshi Siddiqui Passes Away At The Age Of 26 After Battling With Cancer
Nawazuddin Siddiqui's sister Syama Tamshi Siddiqui passes away at the age of 26 after 8 years-long battle with cancer. The star sibling was diagnosed with breast cancer when she was 18 years old.
2019-12-09T13:11:11+05:30 Nawazuddin Siddiqui's Sister Syama Tamshi Siddiqui Passes Away At The Age Of 26 After Battling With Cancer
Nawazuddin Siddiqui's sister Syama Tamshi Siddiqui passed away day before yesterday at the young age of 26. Syama was diagnosed with breast cancer at the age of 18. After battling with the dreadful disease for about eight years, she left for her heavenly abode. She was admitted to a hospital in Pune, where she took her last breath. The news of Syama's death was confirmed by the actor's brother Ayazuddin Siddiqui while Nawazzudin was in the USA when his sister departed.
Syama's funeral will be held at their ancestral village in Uttar Pradesh, Budhana, in the presence of their family on Sunday. In a social media post last year, Nawazzudin had revealed that Syama was diagnosed with breast cancer when she was 18. He also opened up on how she was living with it, showing utmost courage and willpower.
Sharing a picture with his sister Syama, the actor had penned down an emotional yet motivating message for her. "My sister was diagnosed with advanced-stage #breastcancer at 18 but it was her will power and courage that made her stand against all the odds. She turns 25 today and (is) still fighting..." read Nawazuddin's caption alongside the post.
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Notting Hill Housing Group has recorded a record surplus of £125m in the same year as increasing housing supply in London by 1,170 homes, bringing the total number of homes owned or managed to nearly 32,000.
Notting Hill Housing Group (NHHG) will use its record surplus of £125m as reported in its annual result published today (22 July 2016) to continue its programme of creating thousands more homes across London.
The results show the annual surplus increased by more than £10m compared with £115m (restated*) in the previous year. Turnover has increased from £403m (restated) to £415m and our operating costs per home have decreased from £4,150 per unit to £3,273 per unit.
The Group has invested more than £314m in new housing supply in London during the year to March 2016. Our development pipeline is forecast to deliver nearly 7,000 homes within the Greater London Area within the next five years.
These gains are offset by increased interest costs due to additional borrowings to fund new homes and an increase in the SHPS pension past-service deficit contribution.
* The figures for 2014/15 have been restated to enable an accurate comparison with this year's figures, which have been presented for the first time under Financial Reporting Standard (FRS) 102. FRS 102 introduces new accounting rules, and moves reporting to a framework based more on standardised, international rules for accounting periods starting on or after 1 January 2015.
The full Financial Statements are available on our website.


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Managers who think beyond the current project and planning for long-term success will be able to approach these projects objectively.
The steps to this point have created a detailed plan for executing the project, known as the method of procedure (MOP). The MOP documents all the information pertaining to the design, schedule, installation and connection to supporting systems. The project team reviews and signs it. All that is left to do is execute the project.
Communication and coordination must continue throughout construction. The construction manager and onsite team can assist if a concern arises during installation, but information in the MOP should mitigate major challenges during construction. Once installation is complete, technicians should thoroughly test the system, and facility staff should receive training to ensure long-term success.
A commissioning agent can help achieve the best results for this part of the project. While contractors or equipment vendors can deliver this type of testing and training, a commissioning agent works on behalf of the owner or occupant and is locked into the project from its initial requirements through adaption to the facility's operation.
In the current construction climate, securing funding for infrastructure improvements, such as chiller replacements, is difficult. Unfortunately, major construction has a reputation for costing more than estimated, taking longer than planned, and leaving issues unsolved.
The considerations outlined here been developed to help mitigate these risks. By thinking beyond the current project and planning for long-term success, managers will be able to approach these projects objectively and navigate them with confidence that the team will meet needs and limit the surprises.
David DeBiasse is the general manager of Henderson Building Solutions, a construction and commissioning company that is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Henderson Engineers.


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Procedure : 2021/2144(DEC)
Document stages in plenary
Document selected : A9-0090/2022
Texts tabled :
PV 04/05/2022 - 6
CRE 04/05/2022 - 6
Votes :
PV 04/05/2022 - 8.36
Texts adopted :
Texts adopted
Wednesday, 4 May 2022 - Strasbourg
Discharge 2020: European Union Agency for Law Enforcement Cooperation (Europol)
P9_TA(2022)0176 A9-0090/2022
1. European Parliament decision of 4 May 2022 on discharge in respect of the implementation of the budget of the European Union Agency for Law Enforcement Cooperation (Europol) for the financial year 2020 (2021/2144(DEC))
The European Parliament,
– having regard to the final annual accounts of the European Union Agency for Law Enforcement Cooperation (Europol) for the financial year 2020,
– having regard to the Court of Auditors' annual report on EU agencies for the financial year 2020, together with the agencies' replies(1),
– having regard to the statement of assurance(2) as to the reliability of the accounts and the legality and regularity of the underlying transactions provided by the Court of Auditors for the financial year 2020, pursuant to Article 287 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union,
– having regard to the Council's recommendation of 28 February 2022 on discharge to be given to the Agency in respect of the implementation of the budget for the financial year 2020 (06003/2022 – C9‑0099/2022),
– having regard to Article 319 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union,
– having regard to Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2018/1046 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 18 July 2018 on the financial rules applicable to the general budget of the Union, amending Regulations (EU) No 1296/2013, (EU) No 1301/2013, (EU) No 1303/2013, (EU) No 1304/2013, (EU) No 1309/2013, (EU) No 1316/2013, (EU) No 223/2014, (EU) No 283/2014, and Decision No 541/2014/EU and repealing Regulation (EU, Euratom) No 966/2012(3), and in particular Article 70 thereof,
– having regard to Regulation (EU) 2016/794 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 11 May 2016 on the European Union Agency for Law Enforcement Cooperation (Europol) and replacing and repealing Council Decisions 2009/371/JHA, 2009/934/JHA, 2009/935/JHA, 2009/936/JHA and 2009/968/JHA(4), and in particular Article 60 thereof,
– having regard to Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2019/715 of 18 December 2018 on the framework financial regulation for the bodies set up under the TFEU and Euratom Treaty and referred to in Article 70 of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2018/1046 of the European Parliament and of the Council(5), and in particular Article 105 thereof,
– having regard to Rule 100 of and Annex V to its Rules of Procedure,
– having regard to the opinion of the Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs,
– having regard to the report of the Committee on Budgetary Control (A9-0090/2022),
1. Grants the Executive Director of the European Union Agency for Law Enforcement Cooperation (Europol) discharge in respect of the implementation of the Agency's budget for the financial year 2020;
2. Sets out its observations in the resolution below;
3. Instructs its President to forward this decision, and the resolution forming an integral part of it, to the Executive Director of the European Union Agency for Law Enforcement Cooperation (Europol), the Council, the Commission and the Court of Auditors, and to arrange for their publication in the Official Journal of the European Union (L series).
(1) OJ C 439, 29.10.2021, p. 3. ECA annual report on EU agencies for the 2020 financial year: https://www.eca.europa.eu/en/Pages/DocItem.aspx?did=59697.
(3) OJ L 193, 30.7.2018, p. 1.
(4) OJ L 135, 24.5.2016, p. 53.
2. European Parliament decision of 4 May 2022 on the closure of the accounts of the European Union Agency for Law Enforcement Cooperation (Europol) for the financial year 2020 (2021/2144(DEC))
1. Approves the closure of the accounts of the European Union Agency for Law Enforcement Cooperation (Europol) for the financial year 2020;
2. Instructs its President to forward this decision to the Executive Director of the European Union Agency for Law Enforcement Cooperation (Europol), the Council, the Commission and the Court of Auditors, and to arrange for its publication in the Official Journal of the European Union (L series).
3. European Parliament resolution of 4 May 2022 with observations forming an integral part of the decision on discharge in respect of the implementation of the budget of the European Union Agency for Law Enforcement Cooperation (Europol) for the financial year 2020 (2021/2144(DEC))
– having regard to its decision on discharge in respect of the implementation of the budget of the European Union Agency for Law Enforcement Cooperation (Europol) for the financial year 2020,
A. whereas, according to its statement of revenue and expenditure(1), the final budget of the European Union Agency for Law Enforcement Cooperation (Europol) (the 'Agency') for the financial year 2020 was EUR 158 619 073, representing an increase of 12,00 % compared to 2019; whereas the Agency's budget mainly derives from the Union budget;
B. whereas the Court of Auditors (the 'Court'), in its report on the annual accounts of the Agency for the financial year 2020 (the 'Court's report'), states that it has obtained reasonable assurance that the Agency's annual accounts are reliable and that the underlying transactions are legal and regular;
1. Notes with satisfaction that budget monitoring efforts during the financial year 2020 resulted in a budget implementation rate of 99,44 %, representing an increase of 0,02 % compared to 2019; notes that the payment appropriations execution rate was 85,09 %, indicating a decrease of 1,52 % compared to 2019;
2. Notes with concern that the Agency made 33 % of its payments late and, as a consequence, paid interest amounting to EUR 12 000; notes that the Court observed similar levels of delay in 2019, 2018 and 2017, which exposes the Agency to financial and reputational risks; recalls that the Financial Regulation states that Union bodies, offices and agencies must make payments within prescribed timelines, and that the Court notes that the Agency failed to do so; notes that, in its reply to the Court's observation, the Agency mentioned staffing issues, the COVID-19 pandemic and a backlog in invoices for travel services; notes that the Agency's reply does not address the structural character of late payments and calls on the Agency to review its payment process to identify where the delays originate and to increase its efforts in making payments within prescribed terms in order to eliminate those weaknesses;
3. Underlines the Agency's important role in supporting Member States' criminal investigations, as well as in preventing, responding to and combating terrorism, cybercrime, crimes against the financial interest of the Union and other serious and organised forms of crime across the Union;
4. Highlights the fact that the number of operations grew from 1 921 in 2019 to 2 315 in 2020 (an increase of 24 %) and that operational meetings funded by the Agency decreased from over 500 in 2019 to 280 in 2020 (a decrease of 44 %), which underlines the impact of COVID-19 on the Agency's work;
5. Welcomes the creation of the European Financial and Economic Crime Centre to support the activities of national authorities by providing operational and strategic assistance and the creation of the Europol Innovation Lab;
6. Notes with satisfaction that the Agency uses certain measures as key performance indicators to assess the added value provided by its activities and other measures to improve its budget management; notes that in 2020 the Agency streamlined the indicators in its work programme and monitored in total 43 corporate performance indicators with individual targets set for each of them, such as the implementation of carry-forward commitments, payment rates and commitment appropriations;
7. Notes that the Agency strives for close cooperation with other Union bodies, offices and agencies and international organisations in order to guarantee the security interests of all Union citizens; notes that the Agency collaborated with the European Union Agency for Criminal Justice Cooperation (Eurojust) in the context of the SIRIUS project throughout 2020; notes that the Agency's chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear and explosives experts actively supported the International Atomic Energy Agency and the European Union Agency for Law Enforcement Training (CEPOL) in various ways, such as through conferences, seminars, webinars and other exercises; further notes that the Agency signed a working arrangement with the European Anti-Fraud Office (OLAF) on 8 October 2020;
8. Notes that on 30 April 2019, the European Data Protection Supervisor (EDPS) decided to open an own-initiative inquiry, after the Agency proactively requested its guidance on the Agency's use of big data analytics ('data subject categorisation') for purposes of strategic and operational analysis (EDPS case 2019-0370); further notes that, in line with Regulation (EU) 2016/794(2), the EDPS has had the task of supervising the lawfulness of the processing of personal data by the Agency since 1 May 2017; notes that, in the context of its inquiry, the EDPS admonished the Agency in September 2020 in view of the risks to data subjects by the absence of specific data minimisation safeguards for analysing large datasets; notes that continued storage of large volumes of data with no data subject categorisation, where a possible link to a criminal activity can only be established once the analysis commences, may pose a risk to individuals' rights to data protection; notes that the EDPS has been in dialogue with the Agency about that matter, and that the Agency has prepared a dedicated action plan; notes that the action plan addressed the concerns of the EDPS as regards the required data review for the storage of large quantities of data of individuals with no established link to criminal activity, but highlights the EDPS's concern that the current legal framework does not contain a maximum period as to how long the Agency may process such data; highlights that that means that the Agency stored large amounts of data on individuals with no established link to criminal activity and that the Agency was keeping those data for longer than necessary, contrary to the principles of data minimisation and storage limitation enshrined in Regulation (EU) 2016/794; notes the EDPS decision of 3 January 2022, in which the Agency was given 12 months to proceed with erasing datasets lacking data subject categorisation held on the day of that decision and six months to erase new such datasets from the date of receipt; notes the impact that the EDPS decision will have on the Agency's ability to analyse complex and large datasets in support of ongoing criminal investigations concerning crimes falling within the scope of the Agency's mandate, since the Agency's support frequently entails a period longer than six months and the Agency should comply with relevant Union law at all times;
9. Notes that the political agreement on the reinforced mandate of the Agency reached by the co-legislators in February 2022 addresses the concerns of the EDPS by establishing the conditions for processing and the storage periods for large and complex datasets; notes the remarks of the EDPS that the new legislation that will regulate the Agency allows the Agency to process data with no established link to criminal activity; considers that, given the complex nature of cross-border law enforcement cooperation to fight serious crime and terrorism, duly considered exceptions are justified; stresses that a balance needs to be struck between effective policing operations and the protection of citizens' right to privacy and that the order of the EDPS raised concerns about whether the Agency had been striking the right balance; calls on the Agency to take the EDPS's concerns into account by making swift progress with data subject categorisation and respecting the legally established storage limits, thereby adhering to the principles of data minimisation and storage limitation, while ensuring and preserving the operational capacity of the Agency; expects the Agency to comply with its legal obligation to provide annual information to Parliament regarding the number of cases in which it made use of the legal possibilities to process individuals' data with no established link to criminal activity, alongside information on the duration and outcome of that processing;
Staff policy
10. Notes that, on 31 December 2020, the establishment plan of the Agency was 93,50 % implemented, with 575 temporary agents appointed out of 615 temporary agents authorised under the establishment plan, compared to 591 authorised posts in 2019; notes that, in addition, 203 contract agents and 53 seconded national experts worked for the Agency in 2020, with 235 contract agents and 71 seconded national experts authorised under the establishment plan; notes that the Agency differentiates between four categories of seconded national experts, with three categories incurring no or limited costs for the Agency's budget and representing another 53 people, bringing the total number of seconded national experts to 106;
11. Underlines the fact that the continuous increase in workload and demand by the Member States' authorities needs to be met by adequate levels of staff; notes that the Agency's establishment plan was increased by an additional 14 temporary agent positions; calls on the Commission to engage in active dialogue with the Agency in order to understand and meet the Agency's long-term human resources needs;
12. Notes that, as a result of an organisation-wide action plan, the Agency ended 2020 with a vacancy rate of 1,0 % against the annual target of a maximum vacancy rate of 2,0%; notes that the Agency also achieved the target for the maximum turnover rate (12 %) with 10,9 % of staff turnover at the end of 2020; further notes that the Agency regularly monitors those indicators against annual targets;
13. Notes with concern the gender distribution reported for 2020 with 82,2 % of senior and middle management being men (149 men and 31 women), 79,3 % of the management board being men (42 men and 11 women) and 71,8 % of overall staff being men (413 men and 162 women); notes that members of the management board are appointed by Member States' authorities; acknowledges diversity as one of the Agency's strategic pillars; welcomes the Agency's commitment to improving the gender distribution of its staff composition, especially in managerial positions; notes the increase in 2020 of the number of female members of staff at head of unit level and equivalent or higher positions; encourages the Agency to continue that positive trend, and asks the Agency to ensure a more equal gender distribution at the management and staff levels in the future; calls on the Commission and the Member States to better take into account the importance of ensuring gender balance when nominating their members to the Agency's management board; reminds the Agency that in the selection of candidates, competence, knowledge and experience are important, as well as geographical and gender balance among members of staff;
14. Notes that in 2020 the Agency reported one case of a conflictual work relationship, which was determined to constitute psychological harassment under Article 12a of the Staff Regulations; notes that the member of staff who committed the psychological harassment was reprimanded under Article 9(1), point (b), and Article 11 of Annex IX to the Staff Regulations in December 2020; notes that, by that time, that member of staff had left the Agency; further notes that no harassment cases relating to the Agency's staff were brought before a court in 2020;
15. Notes that the overall number of operations supported by the Agency increased by 24 % in 2020; notes that the overall increase of the Agency's operational activities corresponded with an elevated oversight by the EDPS, as reflected in the number of recommendations provided by the EDPS in various business areas as a result of inquiries, prior consultation procedures under Article 39 of Regulation (EU) 2016/794 and follow-up activities to inspections;
16. Notes that the Agency extended the duration of one framework contract, for the provision of business travel services, by signing an amendment to it after it had expired in 2018; notes with concern that the Court found that practice irregular; notes that the Agency signed a further amendment to that same contract on 29 March 2019, which demonstrated weaknesses in contract management and ex ante controls; notes the Agency's reply that its decision to extend the contract in 2019 was the result of a thorough assessment to preserve business continuity and did not constitute a weakness in ex ante controls; welcomes the fact that the Agency commenced an internal audit in the fourth quarter of 2020 with a view to obtaining additional assurance on the Agency's contract management approach; further notes that the related travel services contract expired in March 2020;
17. Notes that, according to the Court's report, for the procurement of furniture, accessories and related services, the terms used by the Agency in the documents for the call for tender were not specific enough, undermining the competitive nature of the tender procedure; notes, moreover, that the Agency did not sufficiently check the accuracy of underlying prices and the calculation of discounts applied for the non-standard items before submitting the order form to the contractor; calls on the Agency to ensure full compliance with the principles of competition law in all tender procedures; notes that, according to the Agency's reply, the tender documentation included the subject matter of the procurement and the applicable exclusion, selection and award criteria, thus allowing for competition, and notes that, with regard to the discount given by the contractor, the contractor had offered a bigger discount than the standard rate included in the contract and the Agency thus acted in compliance with the principles of sound financial management and in line with the provisions of the contract;
18. Welcomes the fact that the Agency correctly implemented the Court's recommendations regarding the minimum threshold for the technical award criterion most relevant to quality, and regarding the checks of the accuracy of underlying prices and of the calculation of discounts applied for the non-standard items;
Prevention and management of conflicts of interest, and transparency
19. Notes the Agency's existing measures and ongoing efforts to secure transparency, prevention and management of conflicts of interest and whistleblower protection and in the fight against harassment; notes that in 2020 no instance of a conflict of interest situation, which would have led to investigations by the Agency's internal investigations service, was reported;
20. Welcomes the fact that the Agency publishes the CVs and declarations of interest of its management board members, executive director and deputy executive directors;
21. Notes that the Commission's internal audit service completed its audit on the Agency's IT Security and conducted the preliminary work of its audit on contract management in 2020; notes that the Agency implemented 86 % of the critical or very important recommendations planned to be implemented during 2020;
22. Recalls the observation of the Court concerning the extension of a framework contract for the provision of business travel services; observes that this finding constitutes a weakness in the Agency's procurement procedures that potentially has an impact on the Agency's internal control system or on parts thereof; calls on the Agency to take account of the Court's observations in the framework of the annual assessment of the internal control framework;
23. Notes that the components of the Agency's internal control framework were present and functioning in an integrated manner across the Agency and that the internal control system effectively reduced, to an acceptable level, the risk of not achieving the Agency's annual and multiannual objectives relating to operations, reporting and compliance; calls on the Agency to take the observations of the Court into account in its annual assessment, in particular the observations regarding contract management and late payments;
COVID-19 response and business continuity
24. Notes that the Agency reacted swiftly to the COVID-19 outbreak and implemented several new actions in order to manage the crisis with as little impact on the Agency's work as possible, while keeping health and safety as its first priority; notes, however, that the COVID-19 pandemic had a direct impact on the Agency's efforts to implement a number of actions and to reach the targets of the 2020 work programme, especially those related to physical presence at the Agency's headquarters, such as operational and other meetings of investigators and analysts, and to administrative procedures that are not based on an electronic workflow; calls upon the Agency to digitise administrative procedures as much as possible;
25. Welcomes the measures implemented by the Agency to maintain efficiency in managing procurement procedures and related activities, including placing urgent orders to cover exceptional needs resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic and amending various contracts in order to adjust the risks linked to the COVID-19 pandemic;
26. Notes that, following the lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic, the Agency is developing several measures in order to be future proof, such as decentralised working methods, including the possibility to use secure video calls and collaboration tools, teleworking (including with secured OpsNet laptops due to the nature of the operational information processes) and modernised electronic workflows;
27. Welcomes the efforts undertaken by the Agency to increase its cyber security; notes that the Agency's three most important improvements in 2020 regarding digital protection related to remote access capabilities, cloud-based development, and open source and third-party software coding practices;
28. Notes that, in anticipation of the United Kingdom's withdrawal from the Union on 31 December 2020, the Agency undertook intensive work and preparations to ensure a smooth transition, affecting possibilities for continued operational cooperation with the United Kingdom, including the exchange of personal data, and adapting different operational tools and systems;
29. Encourages the Agency to continue promoting its work, research and activities in order to increase its public visibility; notes that the Agency's work on the impact of COVID-19 on crime and cybercrime was widely publicised in 2020, reaching the general public through its own and third-party channels;
30. Welcomes the efforts undertaken by the Agency to put in place a comprehensive strategy for sustainability and to reduce CO2 emissions, such as improved recycling practices and the usage of environmentally friendly energy; encourages the Agency to share its challenges and lessons learned in that context for the discharge of the next financial year and within the EU Agencies Network;
31. Refers, for other observations of a cross-cutting nature accompanying its decision on discharge, to its resolution of 4 May 2022(3) on the performance, financial management and control of the agencies.
(1) OJ C 114, 31.3.2021, p. 158.
(2) Regulation (EU) 2016/794 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 11 May 2016 on the European Union Agency for Law Enforcement Cooperation (Europol) and replacing and repealing Council Decisions 2009/371/JHA, 2009/934/JHA, 2009/935/JHA, 2009/936/JHA and 2009/968/JHA (OJ L 135, 24.5.2016, p. 53).
(3) Texts adopted, P9_TA(2022)0196.
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