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« To be a true democracy, we have to insure that everyone has access to be able to make films »
Interview with the South-African producer Bridget Pickering, by Olivier Barlet
Publié le 15 juillet 2008 Africultures | Entretien
Olivier Barlet: Bridget Pickering, we are in Cannes, at the Cannes Film Festival. Is that your first time in Cannes or have you been here before?
Bridget Pickering: I have been here a few times, this is my fourth or fifth time.
What's your feeling this year?
Personally, for me, it's quite a good year. It's been an interesting year because when I first arrived, I came here with the project called Mama Africa, which was a series of films by female filmmakers, and I was one of the writers-directors but the product was being launched here so I really came to see what it was all about and get a sense of the environment.
You did a film in that project, didn't you?
That's right, it was called Uno's World. Having been here a few other times, for me it's one of the places where I think it is sort of easier to make connections with different people, form relationships which I think obviously is something that, as part of a producer working in South Africa, is very important because I think we are quite far, not physically, but in a way quite disconnected from what is going on in the world of film and culture, quite marginal. For me to be here, I've got a project that we've been working on for a very long time and over the years, it's been trying to get money for it. In a way this is the first time I've come here where I felt that having meetings with people, there seems to be a real interest. When you bring a project from Africa, you inevitably think people won't be interested, that's your first assumption. When they are, it's surprising: not everyone, but the one people who are interested are very interested. They say, it's a good story, it's a good script, you see the potential for this project.
What kind of project is that? Is that a big movie?
It's an independent film. In South Africa, it's an expensive film because it's 1.5 million euro budget. Unfortunately in South Africa there isn't enough of a critical mass of films where you can say, there are different levels. At the moment, we've had four, five films that get made. A film that was made recently was Confession of a gambler, for about 1 million, 1.5 million, that was a range. Then you have other bigger films which are maybe made for 10 or 15 million. But even if you make a film for 2 or 3 million, it's very difficult to find that money.
Could you tell me a bit more about the project itself?
It's a love story, set in Namibia. It's the story of a woman who comes from Europe and has fallen in love with a Namibian farmer, someone who lives on a desert farm, and the farm has just experienced drought for quite a while and that has affected her psychologically and emotionally. Her husband believes that the rain will come but it doesn't come so they decide that he has to go and find water with the animals. While she is waiting at home, a black man comes to help them find water, he's a theologist and also a water diviner and he finds water and in the process of finding the water and being on the farm, he falls in love with the woman. On a purely textual level, it's a love story between three people but obviously on another level, it's very much a story about the colonial past, the relationship between these three people and what that means.
Looking for money, you get the reactions of people on the story. What are they?
I think people are very interested, they love the idea. People feel that it's a story that also has mystical and spiritual elements because it's about nature and how you, as a human being, if you're looking for something to fulfil yourself and trying to find it through other people and how that doesn't work and how you try and look for it. It's also about the landscape and what that means, the physical landscape and also the emotional landscape and in the film the presentation of those will be very connected. The physical will very much be a reflection of the internal. People seem to respond very well, everyone loves the story. I think the most negative response we've had is that a sales agent said to us because there are too many black people in the film, she didn't think people would be interested so we found that quite shocking (laugh) but other people have said that's not true, if it's a great story, that's not an issue at all. I guess that's the thing, that you will find very different opinions.
Do you do it as a producer or also as a filmmaker?
I'm the producer and the director is Richard Pakleppa, he made one of the Africa Dreaming films, which was called Sophia's Homecoming.
You are from Namibia, where I guess the cinema world is small and very connected to South Africa.
Very, yes. Well, I live in South Africa now, my mother is South-African, a lot of my family has lived in South Africa and a lot of my family lives in Namibia because my parents are from both countries. I've worked in Namibia, I'm working in South Africa and I'm trying in a way to work in both places if I can. I do a lot of work in South Africa but also I see myself very much as a filmmaker that would like to work in the whole continent. I don't see myself as a South African or Southern African filmmaker. I'm based in Johannesburg. In terms of my base, I'm a South African filmmaker but in terms of my storytelling, I feel very much that I'm interested in being part of the whole continent, I guess in a long-term way because there isn't very much connections at the moment on the African continent, people are rather looking hard towards Europe rather than working with each other, I think that's lacking.
You've been involved in the production of Hotel Rwanda as well. How was it, how did it work?
That was a very different project because it was very much developed and produced as a Hollywood film. When you work with a product like that, you have a very minimal role. In a way, I represented the South African money and obviously was part of the production but it does operate on a very different level. Normally, as a producer I work in a very intimate, on the ground, making decisions all the time but in Hotel Rwanda that just operated in very different ways because there's so much money at stake and the politics of that particular filmmaking are very different.
Do you think that south-african cinema is too much connected with Hollywood?
I guess it's inevitable, that South-Africa is more, because of the history, looking towards English-speaking countries, for inspiration or for connections and Hollywood obviously uses it a lot as a location so there's a sort of connection. But I think in terms of an indigenous local voice, I don't think that exists yet because it's a very new country, it's a country that is still trying to find its identity, people are very separated in how they live. There's been a lot of division and trauma, so just trying to solve that as a country is already such a big thing and I think the films should reflect that we are struggling, that it's a country struggling with its identity and also trying to find a voice, what sort of films should we be making and how should we make them. I'm not sure that people are actively doing that but I think that's what we should be moving into, we should think more first about content and stylistically, what will constitute a South African film. At the moment I think it's very derivative of with this British or American trying to just, not copy, but looking at those cinemas and replicating that. I do think there's space for the local cinema to really develop and grow.
It is quite astonishing for us from outside, to see white filmmakers make films with black people not knowing their language. How do you feel about that?
It's a very complicated thing and it happens a lot in South Africa, very much so. It happens and it's done, and I think the films that are made are not our sort of good films. I think it's more difficult to be spontaneous as a director if you're not understanding the language. I guess it's a result of the history of Africa.
Isn't the industry still very white?
Absolutely. The growth and rise of black talent is very slow, they aren't many and that's for different reasons also. Filmmaking is very hard so for young people to do that, not to earn a living, life is tough at home, they don't have families who can support them while they go to film schools, it's very difficult. So for a young black filmmaker, it's very tough to enter this industry because they have very little financial support or any support, and their families don't really want to know why they want to do this.
But there are some. Suleman Ramadan, Thomas Mogatlane, Dumisani Phakathi etc. who make really good films. They're more independent films, and television films also.
And they're very good filmmakers. In South Africa, television really provides the everyday way to make a living. In a way, that's also a bit the problem because if you work in television you consistently earn money from it, then to leave as an independent filmmaker is very difficult. But television work it's not paying you enough so you can say one television project and then for three or four months I will try to develop my other film, you're just never in that position. It's always a struggle.
I was at the Durban Film Festival last year and I was impressed by all the young people who are gathered in the workshops, who really want to make films. There is also a politic which tries to grow the democracy of making films.
That's right, very much so. The reality is not everybody can become a filmmaker, you hope out of the ten or twenty young people, one or two of them will really be passionate and keep doing it. But at all levels there's definitely a very strong initiative to make young black people enter the industry. But it's still hard because even if there are workshops, they still need to earn a living, to get experience. Part of you also has to know how to access information, even if it's a camera. Just the ability to access things, it's new for young people, if you come from a township and you are just struggling to survive. You don't have Internet, maybe at best you have a cell phone, transport is hard, everything is difficult, it just becomes too much. Even though I think all these initiatives are good, for a young filmmaker it's a very tough place.
Do you have opportunities to connect with this movement in your own work?
I do, not in a huge way. Obviously, if you're invited to go speak to young people, you go, and we often have young people who come and work on our projects, almost like interns. Through that, we have connections.
Possibilities of training and so on.
Yes, obviously I think training is a big thing. It's something that we all feel, that the industry feels very strongly about and just not only to create a diverse voice but for a new generation of filmmakers. For us to be a really true democracy, we have to insure that everyone has access to be able to make films or do whatever they need to do. For the democracy to really work, that is very important, that people don't feel excluded.
In Durban, I talked with Eddie Mbalo about the perspectives for independent films in the country and he said : « Making commercial movies will give you the money to make the films you are passionate about ». Is that a perspective that can be really applied to South Africa?
The audience in South Africa is very problematic because people really watch television. The television is very good compared to anywhere else, especially in Africa, it's a very good television. People really love television and it's free so you can stay at home all day and watch very good programs. So for an independent filmmaker to make films outside of that, trying to find a new audience is very difficult and if the structures aren't there, it means that you as a filmmaker have to start and of course it's possible but you just don't have the energy or the time so that has to happen on another level, people or the government, different institutions feel that we should get people to see South African films outside of television. I don't think filmmakers have the ability or the resources to do that. When you've finished a film, you barely have the money to even distribute, to market the film so to then develop an audience. On another hand when you look at certain success story, obviously people mention the Nigerian model all the time in South Africa, also in Ethiopia you have a very strong distribution network, in Kenya, in Ghana, all these countries because they have very weak television station or the DVD market is incredibly strong and the films aren't necessarily very good but people are interested in watching films about themselves so they somehow have created these audiences. South Africa is much more different. There's a formal system that's already in place and that people are attached to. To pull them away from that into something else and say, « On a Friday night, you need to spend money to go to the cinema and on drinks », I don't think it's something filmmakers can do.
I was looking for South African films in DVD shops but found only the white successful comic Leo Schuster.
My films don't exist in the public space either, so that is a big problem.
Does it mean that when you produce a film you have to think that without the television, it's out and anyway on the local market, you can't really make money so you have to export the film?
It depends what kind of film it is. The South African films do very badly at the box-office, Tsotsi did well, obviously, people knew about it, it won an Oscar. In fact those sort of films, like Forgiveness and all of that, if they've done any business, which I don't think they have, it's internationally, with TV stations here and there, festivals. Or they play at the art-house cinema for a week or two. It's almost impossible to guarantee money from the local market.
What about your project, how do you want to market it?
I think for us, it's definitely a film that we imagine playing in art-house cinemas. That's the way the film has been constructed and that's how we see it. We imagine it's the kind of film that will play not only in South Africa, also internationally, and in festivals. It's not going to be a film that young people or the majority of people will want to see, but I do think there's potential.
Is Nollywood a model for South Africa ?
Nigerian films are doing incredibly well. There's an opportunity to do the same, maybe not the same economy, maybe something slightly better because also the South African middle class is increasing, people are interested in other taste. I think there's an opportunity to create another quality but also very authentic in the local language films and I guess borrow from other cinemas around the world which we have been doing, with the Mexican cinema or Brazilian cinema.
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tonight you're going to hear from somebody who rarely speaks in public. cookie johnson, wife of magic johnson. she's been with him since
even after he announced he was hiv positive. why? the couple sat down with abc's robin roberts. >> look at where you came from and what you have accomplished together. >> he does that all the time. he's like, can you believe we've come this far? >> reporter: nba hall of famer magic johnson is much more than a legendary sports figure. over the past three decades, he's become an inspirational icon. and all along the way his wife cookie johnson h side. through triumphant highs and devastating lows. >> a marriage is a journey. sometimes along the way things will happen. don't be so afraid and run from it right away. you have to keep working at it. just remember that the base of that relationship has to be love. >> reporter: college sweethearts, cookie and magic johnson met while attending michigan state. magic, already a basketball star on campus, and cookie, a humble young woman from detroit studying for a career in the
relationship would face its share of challenges, including two broken engagements. >> emotionally how difficult was it for you, the ups and downs during that time? >> very difficult. it was a huge roller coaster ride. when you love somebody but then it doesn't work out, you know. it's back and forth. looking back on it, i think that it was a growing experience for both of us. >> reporter: the public has rarely heard from cookie. until now. with the release of her new memoir >> that's why this book is so important. cookie has always said, hey, that's your life. i don't want to be in the spotlight. you do your thing, then you come home. now with her telling her life story, her journey in life, is really empowering to a lot of other women. >> reporter: the couple recently celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary in style. but it was this announcement in 1991, just 45 days into their
through the sports world and beyond. >> because of the hiv virus, i will have to retire from the lakers. >> i think the most difficult part of that whole situation was not me going through it but waiting -- first driving home to tell her. probably the hardest thing of my life i had to do. because, you know, i love her so much. and we've been through so much. and we just got married. and now here this comes. >> and we had just found out that i was pregnant. >> pregnant. >> reporter: behind closed and away from the spotlight, the couple struggled to come to terms with their new reality. >> we both fell on our knees and started crying. he said, if you want to leave, i don't blame you, i understand. and then i said, are you kidding me? no, i love you. >> you never wavered with that? >> no. because you know, even though it was hiv and possibly he caught it, you know, having sex with somebody else, whatever -- all those things didn't matter at that time. >> reporter: cookie tells me
magic phoning his former sexual partners. >> he was being responsible and contacting these women. but how was it for you? >> no, it was -- it was hard. you know, i was like -- who is he calling? why is he in there so long? calling so many people? yeah. it was -- that was a difficult day. >> reporter: but what mattered most to both of them was the health of their unborn child. >> you had to be tested? >> yeah. then of course i was scared to then finally the results came in. what they told me was that if the mother is negative, then the baby is automatically negative. >> reporter: the couple made it their mission to educate themselves and the world. >> and we got to remember, this is 1991. everybody thought, death sentence. and there was backlash. >> yeah. >> you thought you could not play ball anymore. >> right. >> how did you all find as a family that strength to say, we're going to fight?
god let me know yes married her. because losing her, i probably wouldn't be here. i'd probably be dead. >> reporter: today magic is living a healthy life. and together the couple has raised three children. andre, alisa, and ejay, now famous for his role on the e! reality series "rich kids of beverly hills." >> hello, welcome! >> reporter: cookie writes candic candidly about come to terms with ejay being gay. >> you watched him playing with dolls and shielded him from magic in the beginning? >> it was a matter of, let's do this over by ourselves, you can do this and be happy, and we won't bother daddy with it because he doesn't like it. i also knew earvin didn't understand. and i was still trying to figure it out. i'm not going to say i understood he was gay at that time, because i didn't. >> you were very honest that you had a tough conversation with him about it.
ask t and then you changed and apologized to him for some of the things that you had said to him. >> i had to come to realize that this is who he is. and he's going to be happy. and so why am i judging him? why am i -- i'm his father. i knew he was looking for me to accept who he was. and i had to get out of my own way. right? and my macho, the whole -- >> and he couldn't let me tell him, you know. he had to come to himself. >> myself. >> reporter: their bond now closer than ever. >> he has a combination of both of us. the soul comes from her. he's very intelligentand his mindset is like his dad's. that's what i love about him. so we're blessed. >> ultimately i pray to god, and he was like, love. love your child. and that's what i got. and that's what i'm doing. because you know, that's what jesus was about. was love. >> love is love.
>> reporter: for "nightline," i'm robin roberts in los angeles. next, how they got carrie underwood, tim mcgraw, luke bryan, and dolly parton in the same music video. "forever country" after the break. ? i will always love you ? [ "on the road again," by willie nelson ] ? on the road again ? [ rear alert sounds ] [ music stops ] [ front assist sounds ] [ music stops ] [ girl laughs ] ? on the road again ? ? like a band of gypsies we go down the highway ? [ beetle horn honks ] no matter which passat you choose, you get more standard features, for less than you expected. hurry in and lease the 2017 passat s for just $199 a month. i'm claudine and i quit smoking with chantix.
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finally tonight, commemorating the 50th anniversary of the country music association awards with what may be the most elaborate star-studded memory. the biggest stars in country music. >> it's just a celebration of great music, great artists, great talent, great songs. >> carrie underwood. tim mcgraw. luke bryan. just to name a few. and the pack of artists sieging along on "forever country." the medley, a mashup of three country music classics.
>> all three songs were just huge records across the board. >> john denver's "take me home country road." ? country roads take me home ? >> willie nelson's "on the road again." ? on the road again ? >> and dolly parton's "i will always love you ? >> just to be included on the same list as people like dolly parton, it's incredible. >> naturally, the queen of countr ? will always love you ? >> and you can see the cmas right here on abc. thank you for watching abc news tonight. join us for gma first thing in the morning. as always we're onliar 24/7 at abcnews.com and on our "nightline" facebook page. thanks again for watching and

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August natural gas is expected to open 5 cents higher Thursday morning at $2.89 as weather models turned slightly more constructive overnight. Petroleum markets rose.
MDA Weather Services in its morning 11- to 15-day client forecast said, "The forecast trends slightly warmer in the East at mid-period while continuing to favor pattern variability across the Eastern Half. This lends near normal temperatures for the region overall, while areas farther west from the Plains points west see aboves persisting.
MDA also reported that Tropical Depression 4 has formed in the central Atlantic and is expected to continue to move west-northwest before weakening this weekend as it crosses to the north of the Leeward Islands. It noted that conditions were quiet elsewhere and put the threat to Gulf production facilities at 0%.
Tim Evans of Citi Futures Perspective saw Wednesday's 11 cent price plunge as the result of "near-term temperature outlook trend[ing] cooler, subtracting some cooling demand from the current fundamental equation."
Early estimates of Friday's storage report, delayed one day by the holiday, are falling within a tight range. The Desk's Early View survey of analysts sampled 14 traders and the average was 63 Bcf, greater than last year's 38 Bcf and about in line with the five-year average of 66 Bcf.
The range on the survey was from 52 Bcf to 70 Bcf.
Tom Saal, vice president at FCStone Latin America LLC in Miami in his work with Market Profile said, "The recent sell-off has produced two Market Profile Double Distribution Trend Days separated only by Tuesday's holiday. Trend Days infer 'exhaustion' in the direction of the price move -- could be near the end of this down cycle."
Saal looks for the market to test Wednesday's value area at $2.900 to $2.832 and "eventually" test $2.988 to $2.972."Maybe" the market tests $3.100 to $3.066.
In overnight Globex trading August crude oil rose 75 cents to $45.88/bbl and August RBOB gasoline gained 2 cents to $1.5219/gal.


Update: You can check out the finished room HERE!!
Hi there friends! I'm excited to share with you my ideas for our large and bright bedroom. If you missed the tour and update of our new Okinawan rental, you can find them here and here. We will be keeping some of our current loaner furniture for the entire three years of our stay but are still waiting for the few pieces of furniture that were allowed from the states to arrive. Of course I have tricks up my sleeve for making the "inexpensive-hotel-generic" pieces work into whatever style my heart desires. Expect to see a lot of renter's tips and updating furniture ideas in the near future!
Oh yes! Did you spot the jewel of the room? That gorgeous gold canopy bed will probably be the last one to the party. It's the first major item I've purchases from the US to be shipped over seas. It could literally take months. That's okay! I've got time.
The colors will be blues and greens inspired by the ocean views in the room. It's a hard life, I tell ya. Pops of gold and use of natural fibers and textures will complete our Eclectic and Chic bedroom. We plan on incorporating a few Japanese wall hangings and other local finds.
Anywho, this space will be quite a change from our last master bedroom.
All of the furniture in this picture is now in long term storage which makes it hard not to go overboard with new furniture here. We will still be under a strict weight allowance when we return to the US so the key is to make as much of our government issued furniture work as we can. Ugh! Let the slip covers and tablecloth sewing begin. Oh, and lots of washi tape!


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Inspiring us this week is Gemma Pranita, photographer and mother of Raffaella.
Selflessness of the highest level! It is also the greatest yet most thankless but somehow most rewarding job in the world!
Patience, patience, patience and to let go of those darn expectations. At some point through your parenting journey you will become a hypocrite and contradict yourself. You will try to hold yourself to silly standards of the kind of parent you thought you wanted to be. But the greatest lesson for me has been to let it go, stop second guessing myself and take each day and each milestone as it comes.
How is your relationship with your body post baby?
One minute I'm all "I am a badass childbearing goddess hear me roar!"… And other days I look in the mirror and sigh. I gained 22kgs during my pregnancy. I lost 15 easily but the last seven kgs are being stubborn. I do like the idea of nine months to cook a baby therefore I get nine months to let my body recover. I'm certainly not in a hurry. And to be honest, as time goes by, I seem to care less and less about my body and care more and more about the smiles I get from Raffaella.
Fluid in every way except bedtime. I'm pretty strict about her 7pm bedtime and to Raffa's credit she mostly goes down at 7pm without a fight. But during the day she goes where I go and she has become a pro at napping anywhere on the fly.
Greatest challenge as a mother?
I'm sure I'm not alone in this response but #mumguilt is a real thing! I'm constantly wracked with guilt. I couldn't tell you what I feel guilty over exactly but I constantly feel like I'm not doing enough for her or not being selfless enough.
I love singing to her. I've made up lots of "Raffa" songs, so singing has become our favourite daily ritual.
The juggle is real. And I'm still struggling to make the juggling act work. I take it a week at a time. I feel very lucky to have a family village to support me and help care for Raffa. I do find that scheduling and preparation is key – my iCalendar has never had such a work out!
Tips for taking beautiful images of your children?
I have a whole blog post on it if you fancy a squiz. But my favourite tip would be to get down on their level. See the world from their point of view rather than photographing them from an adults point of view.
Do you have any personal goals you are working toward?
I'm working on being active everyday. I'm guilty of being glued to my computer all the time, so my goal has been to get to the beach every day and breathe in that sweet salty air.
Lauren Dubois! (@thelaurendubois) She's intelligent, funny AF and honest as hell. My kinda mum.
Wellness or beauty secrets for busy new mamas?
Metal spoons in the freezer! Best mum hack ever. When you've had zero sleep, rest the frozen spoons on your eyes and say bye bye to the puffy eyed monster and hello glamazon!
I've developed an unhealthy addiction to hot chocolates. It was a habit I picked up during pregnancy and it has lingered on. Help!
I'm currently listening to "Teacher's Pet" (but so are 18 million others). I'm also listening to the podcast "Year 1" which resonates with me so heavily at the moment. I love it!
Learn to sleep from 7-7! And be a kind human with a heart for adventure!


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Types of Hypoallergenic Dogs
If allergic reactions are the only thing preventing you from becoming a dog parent, you're not alone. According to research, pet allergies affect between 10% and 20% of the global population, and these figures are rising. But there is a solution: hypoallergenic dogs. You can comfortably cohabit with these canines even if you have pet allergies. The following article provides all the information you need on this topic, so you can finally welcome a dog into your home.
What Are Hypoallergenic Dogs?
A hypoallergenic dog is a canine that doesn't trigger a person's allergies. Strictly scientifically speaking, there are no 100% hypoallergenic dogs, but there are breeds that are substantially less likely to cause an allergic reaction.
What Makes a Dog Hypoallergenic?
Dog allergies are most often caused by contact with dander — the dead skin that dogs shed off. These flakes of skin often carry a protein found in the dog's saliva and urine, which can frequently trigger allergic reactions to dogs upon exposure.
Hypoallergenic dogs are breeds that typically have far less fur or non-shedding coats. These dogs produce significantly less dander, reducing the likelihood of triggering an allergic reaction. So, while dogs aren't 100% hypoallergenic, there are breeds you can live with in tranquility if you suffer from bad allergies.
Are Hypoallergenic Dogs Completely Allergen-Free?
As mentioned above, a completely allergen-free dog simply doesn't exist. There are certainly some dogs that don't shed as much, and some that trigger fewer allergic symptoms, but none that are guaranteed to never cause allergic reactions. This is in part because there isn't one single cause of pet allergies. While most people may be allergic to dander, some are allergic to the hair itself, while others still may be specifically allergic to dog saliva.
10 Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds That Shed Less
Here's a list of 10 hypoallergenic dog breeds that are known to shed less than most other breeds.
Afghan Hounds
Despite having lush thick coats, Afghan Hounds are surprisingly hypoallergenic. In addition to coats that typically don't shed a lot, they produce less dander than many other dogs, and they also drool less. These are all qualities that can make Afghan Hounds easier to live with for allergy-sufferers.
American Hairless Terriers
As the name indicates, American Hairless Terriers are not particularly hairy. These nearly hairless canines shed substantially less than the average dog. As a result, there is a major reduction in one of the primary causes of dog allergies.
Although Portuguese Water Dogs do shed hair, they're much easier to manage than most dogs because this breed is very seasonal in its shedding. With that being said, a regular grooming regime — including a monthly Barkbus visit — can seriously diminish the risk they pose to people with allergies!
Poodles have tight curly coats of hair that tend to shed significantly less than most other dog breeds. Once again, this can minimize the potential of allergic reactions for affected individuals.
Bedlington Terriers have fuzzy soft coats. Importantly, they're known for producing particularly low amounts of dander with very limited shedding as well. As such, they're a much safer bet for people who are ordinarily allergic to dogs.
The Labradoodle is the result of cross-breeding between Labradors and Poodles. Their coats are similar to the Poodle, therefore they shed much less than a Labrador. Consequently, living with Labradoodles will likely be easier on your allergies.
The Affenpinscher — also known as a Monkey Terrier — has relatively short and wiry hair. Their coats typically aren't associated with triggering allergic reactions as much as many other dog breeds.
Basenjis are South African hunting dogs. Thanks to an extremely short coat, they are a great option for people with pet allergies. Basenjis hardly shed at all and require very little grooming. In addition to this, they don't salivate excessively, which reduces another cause of allergic reactions.
The Chinese Crested is another popular breed among people who suffer allergies because of its virtual lack of hair. These unique looking dogs also shed very little, making them a coveted option for people with dog allergies.
Irish Water Spaniel
Irish Water Spaniels are among the largest hypoallergenic dogs. Their short, curled coats are more friendly to allergy-sufferers. While they do shed sometimes, it only occurs seasonally, meaning you can easily manage it with a regular mobile dog grooming appointment.
5 Types of Hypoallergenic Guard Dogs
"What are the best hypoallergenic guard dogs?" is a question we often hear from people with pet allergies. If this is you too, we've put together a list of the top five for your benefit below.
The Puli is a Hungarian breed traditionally used as a guard dog or livestock herder. Their coat grows in tight curls that look similar to dreadlocks. This dog breed experiences almost no shedding whatsoever. As a result, they are a great choice if you're looking for a hypoallergenic guard dog.
Irish Terriers
Irish Terriers are extremely observant and protective dogs. They assertively bark at anyone or anything approaching their territory, making them ideal guard dogs. Additionally, they shed very little and produce low amounts of dander, meaning they are far less likely to trigger allergies than most breeds.
Komondors are another type of Hungarian dog that have been bred to be good guard dogs. They've been protecting livestock for hundreds of years. As large, muscular dogs, they effectively deter potential threats.
They only experience substantial shedding as puppies, which comes to a near standstill as adults. It's one of the main reasons why their coats are considered to be hypoallergenic!
Bouvier des Flandres are Belgian dogs that are commonly used as guard dogs and police dogs. Their strong physique and watchful nature make them a perfect dog to protect your home. What's more, they only shed very lightly, and so don't trigger allergic reactions as much as many other breeds.
The Airedale Terrier is the largest of the terrier breeds. In its native home of England, it has been employed as a police dog, guard dog, and as a military service animal. Both its size and its alert disposition make for a formidable guardian presence. The wiry and short coat barely sheds at all, meaning Airedale Terriers are far less likely to cause an allergic reaction.
Small Hypoallergenic Dogs
If you've always wanted a little pooch but suffer from pet allergies, the three small hypoallergenic dogs below could be perfect for you!
Miniature Schnauzers are the smallest of the Schnauzer breeds. Their low-shedding coat is generally easier on allergies compared to other breeds. As the name suggests, Miniature Schnauzers are diminutive canines, growing to around 12 to 14 inches tall. They're friendly and ideal for family life!
Miniature Schnauzers often get along easily with other dogs and people alike. Their size makes them well suited to dog parents with smaller living spaces. That said, these pups are also very active and love going on long walks.
Toy Poodles
As small dogs that don't shed, Toy Poodles typically don't provoke allergic reactions as much as most other breeds. They grow to between 10 and 15 inches in size and have curly coats. These little pooches are full of energy so be ready to play often. They're also among some of the smarter dog breeds out there.
West Highland Terriers
Standing at an average of just 10 to 11 inches tall, West Highland Terriers are dwarfed by most breeds. They also have the low-allergen wiry coat that's common to all terriers. As a result, they're far less likely to trigger allergies. Initially bred to hunt rodents, these non-shedding dogs are surprisingly assertive, energetic, and athletic.
Medium Sized Hypoallergenic Dogs
Searching for a medium sized hypoallergenic dog? Here are three great options to explore further.
Bedlington Terriers are charming and warm natured dogs that grow to around 15 to 18 inches. They're a non-shedding breed that doesn't normally stimulate allergies. Fleet of foot, these pups are capable of running at astonishing speeds when motivated. Their friendly demeanor also makes them the perfect pet for parents with young children.
Peruvian Inca Orchids
The Peruvian Inca Orchid can be coated or hairless, growing about 15 to 19 inches tall. People with dog allergies are far less likely to experience reactions to the hairless breed. As their name indicates, they were bred in Peru as sighthounds, making them keen hunters with excellent eyesight. They are also loyal, affectionate dogs that will instinctively guard your home.
Despite their name, Tibetan Terriers are not actually members of the terrier family. They were given this name as a result of their similar look. They are indeed from Tibet, where they have long served as guard dogs and companions in Buddhist monasteries. They shed hair very slowly, which presents less of a threat to people with allergies. Standing at a height typically ranging between 14 to 17 inches, these loyal, affectionate dogs are perfect for people looking for medium size dogs that don't shed.
Big Hypoallergenic Dogs
Looking for a big hypoallergenic dog that's less likely to trigger your pet allergies? Start with the three breeds below.
Growing as tall as 27 inches in height, the Giant Schnauzer is a towering canine. Originating from Germany in the 17th century, the Giant Schnauzer's wiry coat only sheds lightly. They're also highly intelligent breeds that are known to establish deep bonds with their human companions.
Samoyeds are large but graceful dogs that can reach up to 23 inches in height. While they do shed seasonally, their coats don't stimulate allergic reactions as much as many other breeds. Even so, some occasional grooming will enable you to enjoy living alongside these dogs without setting off your allergies.
The Airedale Terrier reaches around 23 inches in height and is considered among breeds of dogs that shed the least. This clever, friendly breed makes for the ideal family companion thanks to its wiry hair that's very kind on allergies. They originate from the valley of the River Aire in Yorkshire, England — hence the name. Bred to hunt and work on farms, Airedale Terriers are stocky, energetic dogs. If you have an active outdoor lifestyle, they're a great addition to the family.
Which Hypoallergenic Pup is Right For You?
Once you find the perfect furry companion that suits your individual lifestyle, you can trust the pet stylists at Barkbus to keep your pup's coat looking fresh and clean.
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New Photo Action - a slight colour "Pop" Tested and working in Photoshop CS3 and CS4.
Experimenting is fun - plus you may also try and apply one of the earlier actions I have like "Nostalgia"
Thank you for this fantastic action. It's going to be invaluable in a lot of what I do.
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The families of Sarura were displaced from their homes in the 1980s and 1990s, and wanted to return to their lands and rebuild their homes, which they still legally own. The village of Sarura, and the surrounding land, was declared a restricted military zone as part of Firing Zone 918, and 1,300 Bedouins were cleared out of a dozen hamlets south of Hebron, just north of the Israeli border. The residents have faced continuous settler violence and harassment including the poisoning of livestock and wells. After decades of injustice, marginalization and occupation, the Sumud Coalition is calling for an end to the systematic displacement of Palestinians, the dismantling of Firing Zone 918, and a future of justice, dignity, freedom, and equality for all.
Fadal Aamer and his family have led this return to Sarura. We laid a concrete floor in Aamer's family cave, which Israel evicted them from 20 years ago. Since the family's return they have lived in this cave. We also restored walking paths and paved a portion of road which helps to reduce the costs of supplying these outlying communities. We erected large tents over old stonewalled areas and danced exuberant, semi-traditional, Palestinian dabkah around a fire. People observed Shabbat [Sabbath Day] in different ways as they saw fit.
On the second night, a little before midnight, the Israeli army violently showed up and illegally seized Palestinian-owned tents, a generator and food, while also pouring water on sleeping gear and wrecking a projector. They pushed and pulled people as we created nonviolent walls by linking arms to hold or reclaim our space. While we were not able to block their vehicles from leaving with our supplies, it was clear that they were ordered to take things away, but not people.
The next night, Fadal Aamer's oven made the first pita bread in Sarura in 20 years. The camp has persevered, despite the army taking more gear in subsequent incursions. They impounded a car owned by Aamer's son and detained him. The coalition is raising money to replace items rather than pay exorbitant ransoms for their return.
Those of us with the CJNV delegation readily agreed to follow the direction of group leaders like Isaac Kates-Rose and Palestinians like Issa Amro and Sami Awad of Holy Land Trust. They advised we leave interactions with the settlers, military and police to them. During the chaos of night raids, they simultaneously argued about our rights with the army in Hebrew, Arabic and English, joined and led chants, told us when to hold fast and when to regroup, kept an amazing sense of humor and helped us find success, despite the partial destruction of our camp.
A Palestinian-led steering committee, including CJNV, Holy Land Trust, Combatants for Peace and others, had been formed months in advance for Sumud. It still continues to map out a strategy going forward. International and Israeli Jews were asked to use the privileged status granted to them by the state of Israel to get in the way of the same state.
A vital feature of the Sumud effort is how it has brought together various "popular committees," from small, rural communities in the hills south of Hebron, which coordinate much of the activism and community engagement resisting the occupation, with more urban, nonviolent organizing groups like Holy Land Trust and Youth Against Settlements.
After a delegation went to Israel in 2016, some of the people and communities CJNV had visited and worked with back then were quickly targeted by Israel and settler groups with extra-judicial demolitions and legal action. Nonetheless these same Palestinian communities have been very involved in the return to Sarura.
Issa Amro, the "Palestinian Gandhi" mentioned above, was back in military court on July 9, 2017, over old, trumped-up charges filed shortly after that 2016 CJNV delegation. In the Occupied Territories, Palestinians are legally treated as guilty until proven innocent under a set of laws that apply only to them, not to Israeli citizens or internationals. Despite the 99.74 percent conviction rate of Palestinians in Israeli military courts, Amro's case was deferred to October for his next hearing.
The people of Um Il-Kheir have suffered through two more rounds of demolitions since CJNV and local children painted a mural on the side of their soon-to-be destroyed community center. The third phase for reconstructing the village of Sumud must include a continuation of international support and attention, if less of a presence on the ground.
New lines of communication were devised and strengthened for Sumud with the hope that they will continue to be helpful even if Israel once again evicts Palestinians from Sarura. Communities that are very close geographically have united around the current effort with renewed cohesion. Palestinians are steadfast in sharing mutual aid despite the various types of roadblocks put up by Israel and hostile settlers. Unjust scrutiny and attack are already part of Palestinians' daily life, and the coalition behind Sumud is encouraging internationals — and Jews in particular — to join them in their struggle on the ground.
Jim Haber is a social justice organizer from the San Francisco Bay Area. He has been a member of Jewish Voices for Peace since 2000, and was on the National Committee of the War Resisters League from 2002 to 2013 and the steering committee of World Beyond War from 2014 to 2016. He helped manage a San Francisco soup kitchen for over twenty years in the Mission district, and also helped to pioneer the Prevention Point needle exchange program for HIV prevention during the 1990s. Jim is a Certified Laughter Yoga Leader. This article has been shared with wagingnonviolence.org, under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.


After working for three years in scientific research, Vanessa joined a national firm of financial advisers in 1986. Over the next 10 years she became a recognised pension specialist and received an Independent Financial Adviser Of The Year Award. Having established Hannay Investments in 1996, Vanessa is proud to be leading a three woman adviser firm which is probably unique in Financial Services.
Vanessa enjoys travelling with her family, particularly to their cottage in Normandy. She is currently supporting a number of projects linked to the celebration of 100 years since women were given the vote in 1918.
In September 2018, Vanessa was appointed as a Director to the board of the Personal Finance Society.
Kelly was a founder member of national IFA Chase de Vere and brought a wealth of experience to Hannay Investments when she joined in 2001. As regulatory requirements have increased, Kelly's role at Hannay has expanded to include fund research and analysis. She is also qualified to write Powers Of Attorney and Wills and is developing our policies with regard to later life issues.
Until recently, Kelly combined her career in Financial Services with being a semi-professional jazz singer (look her up on iTunes) and weekends were spent with her band entertaining in clubs and bars in and around London.
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Anne loves to travel, particularly to spend time with family in Australia. At home in the UK she belongs to a rambling group and is currently learning to play the piano.
Stevie has previously worked as a Financial and Mortgage adviser, Credit Controller, Advertising Director and Hotel Manager. With her breadth of experience, she brings efficiency and attention to detail in all our support systems.
Stevie has also performed as a professional singer, including early work as a Red Coat at Butlins! She remains passionate about music but also loves to travel off the beaten track to places such as Uzbekistan, Nepal and Cambodia.
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New Year. New FAFSA?
by: Mark Ash, Kirkwood Community College, Iowa ACAC Past Presidents Council
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Now that 2020 is squarely in the rear-view mirror, what can we look forward to in the new year? A new FAFSA perhaps? No, not exactly, but we can expect major improvements in the not-too-distant future.
What Does Out of Pocket Really Mean?
by: Jordan Cornwell, University of Northern Iowa
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We're recruiters. Our titles may differ, but our jobs have the same goal: to recruit students to our College/University. Personally, I was offended when someone first told me this with such a blatant disregard for my personal style of work. I don't like to think of myself as a "salesperson" but at the end of the day we are working to "sell" our school to people.
ICAN - New Name, Same Great Resources!
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As we travel the state of Iowa recruiting students this fall, it's important to be aware of other resources that can help students and families navigate the college search process. One resource that we can reference students and families to is ICAN, a nonprofit that provides college and career planning and financial aid resources to students and schools across the state of Iowa. Formerly known as the Iowa College Access Network, the organization has changed its name this year, along with changing some of their programming to better serve students and school counselors. In addition to focusing on financial aid and college planning, the organization will also focus on professional development for school counselors and educators. ICAN's Director of Communications, Britt Morey, shares more about the organizations changes:


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EAST HARWICH — Charles Edward Spooner, 82, of East Harwich died April 21, 2008, at Epoch Senior Healthcare of Harwich, after a long battle with Parkinson's disease.
He was the husband of Mary T. Spooner.
Born in Springfield, he served in the Marine Corps and was a graduate of Tufts University. He lived in Falmouth, Osterville, Hyannis, Orleans and Harwich.
He worked for the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution and was the head of the photographic department. He owned and operated Spooner Studio and specialized in antique clocks.
He was the husband to the late Joanne Tassanari, who died in 1975.
Besides his wife, Mary Spooner, he is survived by four sons, John Spooner, Chuck Spooner, Tom Spooner, and Jim Spooner; a stepson, Jeffrey Govin; a daughter, Donna Edgarton; a brother, Donald Jeffrey; three grandchildren; and two nieces.
A celebration of his life will be held May 3, from 2 to 5 p.m., at the Paddock Restaurant, West End Rotary, Hyannis, MA 02601.
Memorial donations may be made in his name to the Parkinson's Foundation Inc., 1501 NW 9th Ave., Bob Hope Road, Miami, FL 33136-1494.


St. Louis' biggest music festival takes place this weekend in Forest Park and will feature live music acts (including Arctic Monkeys, Outkast, Cake and Cherub), Market Square (with local vendors including Blue Bird Apparel, Just Liv and Paperdolls) and Nosh Pit that includes eats from restaurants including Aya Sofia and Bailey's Range. Be sure to preview our hints for helpful LouFest tips and unconventional festival fashion ideas before you hit the park.
The Central West End's charming open-air market plans its fifth event of their series this Saturday, Sept. 6. Seventeen vendors will be showcasing their wares from 9a-2p at 449 N. Euclid. Vendors include antiques, handmade clothing for children & adults, repurposed furniture, handmade jewelry and bags, Native Pops fresh fruit popsicles, Legacy Chutney, fabulous sweet and savory cookies, and vintage clothing.
The annual Rouge Allure Fashion Show will take place at Saturday, Sept. 6 at the Widley Theatre (252 N Main Street) in Edwardsville. Presented by Friends of the Wildey and hosted by stylist and fashion blogger Kate Allen of Joy & Cake, Rouge Allure will feature looks from What to Wear, RunWell, Glik's, hazel2blue, Leopard Boutique, Mr. Anthony's, and Doncaster. VIP tickets are available. For tickets and information, visit the Widley Theatre website.
Bring clothes you don't need to swap for new clothes you will love. $10 gets you in the door to swap with all proceeds going towards Perennial's education programs. Cocktails will be offered from The Royale and eats from Local Harvest Grocery. The event will run from 1-4p at Perennial's shop, 7413 South Broadway. A mens clothing swap is scheduled for Sept. 21.
Save the date for Saint Louis Fashion Week's official model call for the fall season. The event will take place at Nebula on the corner of Jefferson and Cherokee St. See our official event announcement for details and eligibility.


There is a curious irony in that one of the most universal use of "silk" or paper flowers is the famous Poppy worn by millions throughout the world on Remembrance Sunday to honour those fallen in battle and to symbolise hope and peace amongst conflict.
Lt.Colonel John McCrae, Canadian Army.
In 1915 amidst the mud torn and battle scarred fields, the little red poppy (Papaver Rhoeas) flourished even in the middle of the fiercest fighting. When a friend of McCrae's, Lt.Alex Helmer, was killed at Ypres, he wrote the now world famous poem "In Flanders' Fields"…..


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The law practice accompanies private individuals and businesses during all their decisions and daily legal acts and in particular in the following areas of expertise :
The law practice accompanies and advises you during all acts and procedures related to labour relations, from the conclusion of the contract until its termination, along two main lines :
The individual employment relationship :
Conclusion of the contract (permanent contract, fixed-term contract, temporary employment), work conditions, relations with third parties (occupational physician, labour inspector, minister…), disciplinary authority, termination of the contract (dismissal, resignation, mutually agreed termination, notification of termination, legal termination of the employment contract…)
Collective labour relations :
Relations with employees' representatives, works councils, the CSE including CHSCT (Committee on hygiene, safety and working conditions), negotiation of agreements with bodies representing staff.
Establishment of deferred compensation systems (profit sharing, participation, savings plans, employee share ownership plans).
Establishment of employment regulations.
Advice and collective disputes at collective proceedings, mergers and acquisitions, restructuring and business reorganisations (business transfers, geographical and/or professional mobility plans, harmonization of the statutes, collective redundancy plans and plans for the safeguarding of employment, etc.).
Compliance and prospective audits, risk audits.
Criminal law applied to labour
Risk being multifaceted (industrial activities, product quality, reputation risk, human resources management risks, etc.) and inevitable (even unavoidable), it must be pre-empted, managed and spread across the enterprise.
Hence, in civil law, a business leader may initiate his vicarious liability because of wrongdoing by one of his employees.
In environmental law, the definition of the precautionary principle also refers to the concept of "risk".
In labour law, risk prevention and its criminal sanction is omnipresent. Thus, the fourth part of the labour code concerning "safety and health at work" discusses at length the prevention by employers of various risks employees may run while performing their professional activities :
The prevention of certain risks of exposure (chemical and biological risks, noise exposure, exposure to mechanical vibrations and to ionizing radiation …)
Prevention associated with certain activities or operations
Obstructionto the exercise of freedom of expression, of the right to work, of association, of assembly or of demonstration, obstruction to bodies representing staff, obstruction to the exercise of trade union rights, to labour inspection.
Working hours : non-compliance with the provisions for statutory working hours, for overtime, on exceeding the average weekly working time, etc.
Work by foreign nationals : concealment of activity by failing to register with the RCS (Register of Companies) or failure to register with the social welfare authorities or with the administration, concealment of paid employment, etc.
Discrimination : discriminatory dismissal, discriminatory refusal of employment, anti-union discrimination.
Harassment: psychological and sexual harassment.
Criminal proceedings initiated by URSSAF (The Social Security and Family Allowance Fund): non-payment of employers' social security contributions, failure to produce declarations, withholding at source. The offence becomes a crime in the case of a second or subsequent offence.
The omnipresence of the criminal risk is notably due to the proliferation of players likely to reveal an offence :
The exercise of the right of alert and of extensive disclosures, by the unions, the CSE including health, hygiene and safety committee, the employees' representatives, the employees (especially the compliance alerts system called whistleblowing), the auditors, groups of private individuals ;
The empowerment to report by administration and public service officials and agents (customs, tax inspectors, DIRECCTE agents (regional department of enterprise, competition and consumer affairs, labour and employment), labour inspectors…) ;
The independent administrative authorities (CNIL, AMF, Competition authority, ACP, HALDE, ARJEL)
The risk of criminal prosecution:
The company, its management and employees before the police officer (requisitions, hearings, custody)
Searches and seizures in the company
Preparatory inquiry
The hearing. It is incumbent upon the lawyer to anticipate the legal consequences, to prepare his client for the various stages of the criminal proceedings, to identify the weaknesses of the case, to advise the client to collect the evidence of his innocence and to put in place a defence strategy
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Deutsche Telekom's Head of Europe rails against "really dangerous" regulatory mindset
Complaining about the regulatory landscape has been de rigueur in European telecoms for many a long year.
Srini Gopalan, Head of Europe at Deutsche Telekom, is no different from many of his peers, naming it as one of two key challenges he faces moving forward.
The former Bharti Airtel and Vodafone exec has been leading the operator's hotchpotch of opcos outside of Germany since January last year.
He describes it as "an extremely strong portfolio of businesses" that registered revenue growth "for the first time in many years" in 2017.
Indeed, sales rose 1.2 percent to €11.6 billion as the number of mobile customers across 12 markets including the Czech Republic, Greece and Poland jumped by 890,000 to reach 48.8 million.
With converged services available across all markets except Albania, the number of broadband lines also grew by 254,000 to hit 5.65 million.
However, EBITDA declined three percent to €3.75 billion due to increased investments and higher costs related to the services it supplies to enterprises.
Gopalan, speaking to European Communications at Mobile World Congress earlier this month, is keen not to be judged on the performance to date.
"You can't look at financials in the first 12 months...I always say in the telco business you get paid 12 months late," he says.
"The challenge for me is how to take what is a really good set of assets and make it grow and make it truly hum and sing," he adds.
To make this happen, he wants the regulatory environment to change and Deutsche Telekom's opco in Romania to improve its declining performance.
The former appears to exercise him much more than the latter.
"The regulatory mindset in Europe is still driven by the twin objectives of customer protection and fiscal deficit management which I think is really dangerous," Gopolan says.
"Neither of those are bad things," he is careful to add.
He says he has "no issue" with the likes of roam like home regulation – the fact that this hurts industry revenues is "fair enough" given the quid pro quo of it being "a good thing" for consumers.
But, says Gopolan: "The right investment climate for [the telecoms industry] doesn't seem to be part of the regulatory agenda.
"The important investment stuff doesn't get prioritised as much as the consumer protection stuff."
He singles out the European Commission's Electronic Communications Code – still yet to be implemented into law 18 months after it was first mooted – for criticism.
The wide-ranging proposals put forward in September 2106 included new broadband, Wi-Fi and 5G deployment targets, tweaks to competition, investment and spectrum regulation, as well as stronger consumer protection rules.
"In its current draft it doesn't encourage investment," Gopolan says.
"I have no problem with uniform regulation across Europe but in needs to be on things that matter to investment as well not just consumer protection.
"Consumer protection is a good thing, however, it needs to be balanced with creating the environment to drive investment.
'It's that balance that's missing."
The European Commission did not respond to emails from European Communications.
At an individual country level Gopolan says Deutsche Telekom has had "very constructive" conversations.
Citing the likes of smart cities, he says countries in eastern Europe in particular have a "unique opportunity" to use digitalisation as a "real force" for change.
Without naming names, he says some countries "get it" but others appear to follow the Commission's lead.
"What we need is government policy that actually starts seeing digitalisation as something that is an investment in improving GDP and quality of life rather than a way to finance a fiscal deficit," Gopolan reiterates.
"The minute you see digitisation as a fundamental for your economy the way you regulate fibre, the way you create incentives to invest… all of that changes."
His other main challenge is improving the performance of Telekom Romania.
The opco lost 464,000 mobile customers and 12,000 broadband subscribers last year, leaving it with 5.3 million of the former and 1.2 million of the latter.
This lead to a 1.3 percent fall in revenues and a 5.1 decline in EBITDA.
"It is a very traditional legacy company where we had to change quite a lot," Gopolan says.
He estimates the opco is "six months behind" Poland – another business that required a turnaround but which was "one of the highlights" of his first year in charge.
In particular he cites "huge improvement" in customer and employee satisfaction scores in Poland.
These are two key indicators Gopolan likes to focus on when judging a turnaround, but he says there is more to do in Romania.
"I've not yet seen the kink in the curve of employee and customer satisfaction that I'd like to start seeing at this stage of a turnaround," he laments.
Compared to getting agreement in Brussels, Gopolan should find this much easier to fix.
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