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You will find information on how to obtain a Swiss criminal records extract on the website of the Federal Office of Justice (FOJ).
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If a paper copy of your criminal records extract is to be submitted to a foreign authority it will normally have to be legalised (apostille) by the Federal Chancellery. Do not forget to ask for this to be done at the same time as you order the extract so that it can be taken care of directly through the intermediary of the Federal Office of Justice (FOJ). Otherwise you will have to take the necessary steps yourself with the Federal Chancellery.
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A criminal records extract legalised by the Federal Chancellery can if necessary be legalised either by the foreign representation (embassy or consulate) in Switzerland of the country to which it is to be submitted or by a Swiss representation in the country in question. A fee must be paid for legalisation. For additional information please consult the relevant authorities.
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The standard Duffy Tsum Tsum set is now available in large sizes. Available exclusively in Hong Kong.
The collection includes Duffy, ShellieMay, Gelatoni, StellaLou, and Cookie.
Bonus: A standard mini Cookie Tsum Tsum is also available!
Mickey will celebrate his 90th birthday on November 18th! Here's a detailed look at the special Mickey Tsum Tsum released in Europe and Hong Kong.
Disney Comics released a new Tsum Tsum comic book titled Tsum Tsum Kingdom today.
We've seen Tsum Tsum comics in the past, like the Marvel Tsum Tsum comic book, but this is the first one featuring Disney characters!
The new Christmas 2018 Duffy Tsum Tsum collection is now available exclusively in Hong Kong. The collection includes Duffy, ShellieMay, Gelatoni, StellaLou, and Cookie in cute, festive costumes.
Disney Tsum Tsum Land (the mobile game) is celebrating its one year anniversary. To celebrate, Disney is rewarding players with a chance to win some cool prizes like a trip to Disney World, Disney Store gift card, or an exclusive Tsum Tsum Land mug.
Players of the game can enter a lottery drawing and earn entries by achieving certain objectives within the app. The contest runs from October 31 to November 30. Winners will be notified in game. You must be a resident of Japan to participate in the contest.
A new Tsum Tsum set based on Mr. Toad's Wild Ride have been spotted at Magic Kingdom.
The collection includes seven Tsum Tsums, Mr. Toad, Mole, Cyril, MacBadger, Ratty, Winky, and Weasel.
The Ralph Breaks the Internet Tsum Tsum collection is now available online at shopDisney!
The set features seven characters, Wreck-It Ralph, Vanellope, KnowsMore, Shank, Yesss, Puddles, and Fun Bun.
A new set of Mickey Tsum Tsum collection will release each month in celebration of Mickey's 90th anniversary this year. October's collection features classic Mickey from films Lonesome Ghosts (1937), The Whalers (1938), and Brave Little Tailor (1938).
A new Tsum Tsum set, Wreck-it Ralph 2, has been spotted at Big Top shop in Magic Kingdom. The full collection includes Wreck-it Ralph, Vanellope, Yesss, Shank, KnowsMore, and Fun Bun.
Take a first look at the Mickey 90th Anniversary Tsum Tsum. Mickey will turn 90 on November 18th. Disney will celebrate with the World's Biggest Mouse Party coming to Disney World and other Disney Parks. We do not know when and where this will be released.


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City of Glendale Inaugurates Artsakh Avenue
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Glendale City Council members unveil the Artsakh Avenue sign on October 2
It was a festive day in Glendale on Tuesday when members of the Glendale City Council, were joined by city and state officials, community members and residents for the official inauguration and designation of Artsakh Avenue, in the heart of the city's downtown—a stretch of road formerly called Maryland Avenue from that extends from Harvard Street to Wilson Avenue.
Joining the celebration was State Senator Anthony Portantino and Robert Avetisyan, the Permanent Representative of Artsakh in the United States.
In June, the City Council voted to rename the portion of Maryland Avenue to Artsakh Avenue, through an effort that was launched by a group of Glendale citizens who wanted a street in Glendale to be named after Artsakh. The City Council acknowledged the effort and settled for that stretch, which more centrally located that the other options it was presented.
State Senator Anthony Portantino places stones he brought back from Artsakh at the foot of the Artsakh Avenue sign
In his remarks during the inauguration ceremony, Glendale Mayor Zareh Sinanyan recalled that the Armenian community in Glendale has a long history and became more settled beginning in the 1970's when families from around the world and other parts of the Los Angeles made Glendale their home.
"Armenians have poured their heart and soul, working hard in the development of Glendale. Today the city has become the heart of Armenian in the United States," said Sinanyan.
Artsakh's Permanent Representative to the US, Robert Avetisyan addresses the crowd during the street designation
The mayor said that the City Council overcame obstacles and finally was able to finally dedicate a place with an Armenian name that represents Armenian history, culture and heritage and recognize the contributions of Armenians to the city.
Sinanyan said the designation of Artsakh Avenue in Glendale is a symbol for all freedom-loving people and reflects the American belief in freedom and independence.
In his remarks during the ceremony, State Senator Anthony Portantino reflected on his most recent trip to Artsakh—his second—expressed his admiration for the people of Artsakh who, despite living under the daily threat of cease-fire violations, are serene and peace-loving people.
A highlight of the ceremony came when Portantino placed stones he brought from Artsakh at the foot of the Artsakh Avenue sign, forming a permanent connection between the people of Artsakh and Glendale.
Bringing greetings from the people of Artsakh was Avetisyan, who told the crowd that the news of the renaming of the street has created excitement and instilled pride throughout Artsakh Republic.
He said that the inauguration of Artsakh Avenue was a testament to the continued and decades-long cooperation between Artsakh and California, both houses of whose legislature have recognized the right to self-determination of the people of Artsakh.
Also welcoming the Artsakh Avenue designation were the remainder of City Council members, Paula Devine, Ara Najarian, Vartan Gharpetian and Vrej Aghajanian, each of whom expressed their excitement for the new avenue.
Balayan Appointed Armenia's Ambassador to the Netherlands
State of Emergency says:
Good but makes absolutely no strides for Artsakh's advancement. Ethnic communities anywhere outside of one's homeland is temporary at best. Bourj Hammoud, the so-called solid cradle of the Armenian diaspora with its many Armenian named streets, neighborhoods and cultural institutions is headed to marginalization. Why? Because contrary to popular belief, Lebanon is not our homeland. It's merely a transitory location for Armenians. There were, and will continue to be, an ever growing indigenous population who will eventually take over by shear numbers. Same with any other Armenian city or community outside of Armenia. It will eventually transform and be overrun by other ethnic, religious, or cultural groups. It's inevitable. This a known fact. The only viable solution is to strengthen the homeland. A place where the natural culture and traditions can flourish. Otherwise, it's all temporary and futile. No amount of street name changes or community centers can take the place of a homeland. It sounds and feels good, but has absolutely no bearing on the eventual outcome.
"It will eventually transform and be overrun by other ethnic, religious, or cultural groups". Yes, Only Turkic herds can overrun Armenian names and churches. We have well-civilized nations in this world, who can understand the pain and suffering of Armenian Nation and appreciate Armenian Civilization in their own countries, although they don't exist, names will be there forever!
https://www.google.ca/search?q=armenian+street+in+india+and+singapore&rlz=1C1CHBF_enCA816CA816&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwiOpuG39_bdAhUl1oMKHVw9AkQQsAR6BAgFEAE&biw=1920&bih=969
@state of emergency you make great points, but you can't possibly discount one significance over another. They are mutually exclusive topics. Your criticism to a great accomplishment is indicative of your myopic views and that it portrays an argument that just because one issue isn't resolved to your account than anything else independent of that can't possibly be acknowledged. It's a team effort, and if you can't bring people together eg. a respected State Senator to bring rocks from Artsakh and place it on US soil than STFU.
@Vinnie, so what's your point, or better yet, what's your question? The fact remains that Armenians continue to victimize themselves. The search for salvation from other peoples and governments is futile. No amount of pebble stones or a post bearing a name is ever going to advance our objectives. We must work discretely and behind the scenes to improve our standing. Respect is fine on an individual level but for meaningful change, more sophisticated dimensions must to be considered.
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Cook's ship Endeavour runs aground on the Great Barrier Reef on his first voyage, in 1770
The Endeavour runs aground on the Great Barrier Reef
In 1768 a ship called the Endeavour sailed from England. It was commanded by Lieutenant (later Captain) James Cook (1728–1779). The Endeavour was on a scientific voyage, bound for the island of Tahiti in the Pacific Ocean. But Cook had other instructions as well. At this time, European knowledge of the South Pacific was based on vague reports, mostly from Dutch sailors. Cook was to explore further. In fact, this was to be the first of three great voyages made by Cook, in which he charted much of the coastline of Australia and New Zealand, as well as many Pacific islands. During these voyages he sailed further south than anyone before him.
Captain James Cook, painted by Nathaniel Dance-Holland in c.1775. James Cook was born in Yorkshire, England, in 1728. He went to sea at the age of 18 and became one of the navy's best seamen. He worked on merchant ships for 10 years before joining the Royal Navy in 1755. As he was already an experienced seaman and an excellent navigator, he was rapidly promoted.
Captain James Cook, in c.1775.
Cook's instructions
The Royal Society, an association of British scientists, had chosen Cook to captain a scientific expedition to Tahiti. Astronomers had predicted that Venus would pass in front of the Sun in June 1769. By observing this from different points around the globe, they hoped to measure the distance of the Sun from Earth accurately. Cook was also given an additional set of sealed instructions, which he was to read on arrival in Tahiti. These told him to locate a continent that was believed to lie far to the south, although no one had ever seen it: Terra Australis Incognita, or "Unknown Southern Land" (what we now call Antarctica), and to claim it for Great Britain.
A painting of Endeavour setting sail from Whitby harbour in 1768
Endeavour setting sail from Whitby harbour in 1768
Cook's ships gave their names to several US spacecraft: the space shuttles Endeavour and Discovery, and Apollo 15's Command Service Module, also called Endeavour.


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Overview of the leiognathid species in Malaysia
Ying G. Seah, Mazlan Abd. Ghaffar, Simon Kumar Das, Aziz Arshad, Che Abd. Rahim Mohamed, Gires Usup
School of Environmental & Natural Resource Sciences
The taxonomy of leiognathid species has changed drastically as a result of revisions carried out in recent years. During the same period, new species have also been described. In this study, a taxonomic review and update of leiognathid species present in Malaysian waters was carried out. Leiognathid specimens were collected from the coastal waters of Peninsular Malaysia. All specimens were examined for their internal and external morphological features and osteological features. The leiognathids of Malaysia reviewed here comprised at least 22 species. Malaysia thus has one of the richest assemblages of leiognathid species in the world. Equulites laterofenestra (Sparks & Chakrabarty, 2007), Leiognathus robustus Sparks & Dunlap, 2004, and Nuchequula mannusella Chakrabarty & Sparks, 2007 are new records in Malaysian waters. Some previously described species from Malaysia were erroneously identified. These include specimens misidentified as Equulites rivulatus (Temminck & Schlegel, 1845), Gazza achlamys Jordan & Starck, 1917, and Nuchequula nuchalis (Temminck & Schlegel, 1845). E. rivulatus and G. achlamys have been recorded in the Western Pacific but these species have not been encountered in Malaysia or in collections held in Malaysia.
AACL Bioflux
coastal water
Equulites
Nuchequula
Dubious taxa
Malaysian waters
Ponyfishes
Aquatic Science
Ecology, Evolution, Behavior and Systematics
Water Science and Technology
Management, Monitoring, Policy and Law
Seah, Y. G., Abd. Ghaffar, M., Das, S. K., Arshad, A., Mohamed, C. A. R., & Usup, G. (2011). Overview of the leiognathid species in Malaysia. AACL Bioflux, 4(4), 505-510.
Overview of the leiognathid species in Malaysia. / Seah, Ying G.; Abd. Ghaffar, Mazlan; Das, Simon Kumar; Arshad, Aziz; Mohamed, Che Abd. Rahim; Usup, Gires.
In: AACL Bioflux, Vol. 4, No. 4, 2011, p. 505-510.
Seah, YG, Abd. Ghaffar, M, Das, SK, Arshad, A, Mohamed, CAR & Usup, G 2011, 'Overview of the leiognathid species in Malaysia', AACL Bioflux, vol. 4, no. 4, pp. 505-510.
Seah YG, Abd. Ghaffar M, Das SK, Arshad A, Mohamed CAR, Usup G. Overview of the leiognathid species in Malaysia. AACL Bioflux. 2011;4(4):505-510.
Seah, Ying G. ; Abd. Ghaffar, Mazlan ; Das, Simon Kumar ; Arshad, Aziz ; Mohamed, Che Abd. Rahim ; Usup, Gires. / Overview of the leiognathid species in Malaysia. In: AACL Bioflux. 2011 ; Vol. 4, No. 4. pp. 505-510.
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Accelerating from a standstill to 330 mph in 4.6 seconds, it's a Funny Car's nitro-drinking 7,000 hp that seizes most of the glory. However, although it plays what is arguably an even greater role in achieving such scintillating performance, few give due props to modern tire technology. "Wow, those tires sure do hook!" isn't exactly a common utterance in the grandstands of an NHRA event. Nonetheless, tires are what ensures that that 7,000 hp translate into 5 g's off the starting line and 0.890-second 60-foot times. Why, yes, tires are very underrated.
Helping put the power down for pros and weekend warriors alike-since day one-is Mickey Thompson Tires. It's a company that needs no introduction. On any given weekend on any given dragstrip, chances are the vast majority of racers will be running Mickey Thompson drag tires. To help you get the most out of your drag tires, we solicited the expertise of M/T's Ken Warner. Even if you're a seasoned track veteran, Ken's got a bundle of tips that should shave a tenth or two off of your e.t.'s.
Since drag tires are significantly softer than street tires, racers often assume that softer is always better. This isn't always the case. Creating a tire compound is a very complex process. The goal is to provide the best possible performance relative to the intended use of the tire. "Softer-compound tires are preferable for lightweight vehicles, and harder-compound tires work best on heavier vehicles," explains Ken. "If the compound is too hard on a light vehicle, it may reduce traction and braking ability. If the compound is too soft on a heavy vehicle, it can cause premature wear in addition to performing poorly in regard to traction and braking."
"Drag tires are designed to either dead-hook or spin in a controlled fashion," Ken says. "You must compound the tire for its intended use. Drag cars have many different engine, transmission, and power-adder configurations. A high-horsepower car that utilizes a manual transmission requires a different type of compound than a high-horsepower car with an automatic transmission. When you dump the clutch with a manual transmission, a dead-hook will shake the tires or bog down the motor. A slight amount of controlled spin is preferable, where the right amount of wheel speed and traction allows the car to accelerate rapidly while going through the gear changes. On the other hand, since automatics have torque converters and the launch is not as violent, a dead-hook usually works best. All these factors have to be considered when designing a tire."
Not only have racers run quicker times with ET Street Radials than with ET Streets, M/T also openly admits that this is the case. So did the company shoot itself in the foot? Not exactly. While M/T's drag radials are proven performers, Ken says they are far less forgiving than standard bias-ply slicks. "Due to a drag radial's stiffer construction, they are not as reliable in regard to traction and recovery from spinning as a bias-ply tire," he explains. "Drag radials have the potential to be quicker, but can be very finicky, especially with a manual-transmission car. They generally require a much more time-consuming chassis setup."
Burnout lengths vary depending on the car and the track conditions, so some experimentation is necessary. However, there are some basic guidelines beginners can benefit from. M/T recommends spinning the tires until you see smoke billowing over the rear bumper in the rearview mirror. "Drive the car hard out of the burnout box and prestage immediately," says Ken. "In a very light car or a dragster, you will feel the tires bog you down during the burnout when it's been long enough. Again, prestage immediately, as this will glue you to the track." When the ambient temperature is hot, the burnout can be shortened to about half to two-thirds the normal length.
For those who don't want to invest in a set of skinnies, it's common practice to run regular street tires up front when bolting up slicks at the dragstrip. This can make a car twitchy, but as long as you're smooth with the steering wheel you should be OK. "We recommend that bias-ply tires and radials not be mixed due to poor tracking," says Ken. "However, it is fairly uncommon in drag racing to have adverse handling issues due to mixing radials up front and bias-ply slicks out back. Drag racing is not considered a sustained duration of speed; therefore, it does not amplify the poor handling characteristics you would experience during normal street driving."
"The more air pressure the better," Ken says. "If the tire is right, the chassis is right, and everything is working properly, you want to run the most air pressure possible. More air equates to less rolling resistance, which yields better e.t.'s and trap speed. With too little air pressure, a car tends to drive the wheel into the ground at the starting line, which could pinch the tube and de-bead or cut the tire. Also, the car will handle very poorly by swaying around at the top end of the track. If you need assistance, you can always call M/T or check the tech section on our Web site for an air pressure staring point."
It's not uncommon for a tire to lose grip before its tread wears out. All tires and compounds will harden or cure when subjected to heat cycles. Fortunately, some simple techniques can greatly increase the effective lifespan of drag tires. "Overheating the tire will accelerate the effect of hardening, so it's important not to perform a longer burnout than necessary," explains Ken. "If you see any signs of graining on the tread, rotate the tires from side to side. This will reverse the direction of the tread tearing and smooth the tire back to a velvet texture rather than a rough texture."
"Rim screws are required when there are signs of the tire slipping and turning on the wheel," Ken says. "To check for this, simply mark the tire and the wheel with a straight chalk line at the sidewall and the wheel lip, and monitor slippage after each pass. Many racers successfully run tubeless drag tires with rim screws. However, M/T recommends using racing tubes at all times when using screws. Rim screws are designed to pin the wheel lip to the bundle of bead wire embedded in the bead of the tire. On the other hand, bead locks are designed to clamp the bead for maximum bite to completely eliminate tire slippage. Bead locks are highly recommended for drag cars that run 200 mph or faster."
When it comes to tires, the Department of Transportation is the Federal watchdog that ensures your meats are safe to drive on the road. "Obtaining DOT approval involves passing indoor lab tests under high-speed and extended loading conditions," explains Ken. "The tire is also required to meet dimensional requirements and pass tests for bead unseating and puncture-penetration resistance. It should go without saying that non-DOT-approved tires should only be used at the racetrack."
The vastly different types of construction used in drag tires result in vastly different tire weights, but how much does that impact performance? "The weight of a drag-slick radial is very comparable to the weight of a bias-ply slick," says Ken. On the other hand, DOT radials (like M/T ET Street Radials) are heavier, but the radial construction has such low rolling resistance that the extra weight is hardly an issue. "Please understand that radials do not work on all race cars," Ken cautions. "They are very temperamental and require a lot of experimenting and chassis tuning."
"Mickey Thompson ET Drags are the ultimate 'strip tire, offering maximum traction and consistency," Ken says. "They are available in both bias-ply and radial construction. ET Street tires are DOT-approved versions of ET Drags best suited for racing classes that require DOT tires. ET Street Radials are intended for racing classes that require DOT-approved radial tires. Due to their incredible compounding and construction, ET Street Radials have been proven to be faster than bias-ply ET Streets, but they work best with automatic transmissions and require tuning the car to the tire."
One of the best things about buying a fresh set of slicks is that you get to break them in. While it's hardly rocket science, there is a right way to do it for maximum performance. "Mickey Thompson Tires suggests that you increase air pressure by 0.5 to 1 psi, then perform a generous burnout and drive the car hard out of the waterbox," suggests Ken. "This will help scuff the tires and secrete the tacky oils from the tread area."
Although the rule of thumb for tire growth is 1 to 1.5 inches at 150 mph, there are far too many variables to definitively predict how much tires will grow as a car traverses the track. "Drag tires are basically soft balloons with sticky rubber on them that hook the car up off the line and down the track," explains Ken. "Naturally, they elongate and grow in diameter." How much they grow depends on the car and tire choice. The taller and wider the tire the greater its degree of growth. The weight and speed of the vehicle factor into the growth of a tire as well. "It may take some trial and error to see how tire growth affects your gearing," Ken says.
Both strength and light weight are critical properties of any quality drag wheel. Low mass reduces drivetrain losses and improves weight transfer, so Mickey Thompson decided to build its own line of forged-aluminum wheels to complement its tires. "Our ET Drag Wheels are the only rotary-forged wheels on the market," says Ken. "That means they are ultralight, very round, and extremely strong. When you carry the front end of a race car in a wheelstand for 60 feet, you can be confident that the wheels will not fail upon touchdown." M/T's wheels are available for skinnies and slicks, and each is drilled with a dual bolt pattern, allowing fitment for a multitude of applications.
When racing season comes to an end, drag slicks are usually thrown in the corner of the garage to collect dust until the spring. Unfortunately, this type of neglect can reduce tire life and compromise performance. During winter months, or whenever tires are being stored for long periods of time, Ken suggests removing them from the car or jacking the car off the ground to remove load. Drop the air pressure to 5 psi and keep the tires away from direct light. "It's best to keep them covered up and avoid exposing them to extremely high or low temperatures," he explains. "Also, keep tires away from electric motors, furnaces, and air compressors, since they create damaging heat."


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Q: Slick carousel pop up - use iframes instead of links (a) I've created a slick carousel that when someone clicks a slide, it pops up (the whole carousel and its functionality).
The problem is that, at the moment, the pop up carousel is made up of images and I need it to have videos (iframes). Do you know how can I change it to have iframes instead of links (a href)?
This is my code :
HTML:

CSS:
 .slider {
        width: 50%;
        margin: 100px auto;
    }

    .slick-slide {
      margin: 0px 20px;
    }

    .slick-slide img {
      width: 100%;
    }

    .slick-prev:before,
    .slick-next:before {
        color: black;
    }

    .slick-slide {
  opacity: 0.5;
}

.slick-current {
  opacity: 1;
}

JS:
$(document).on('ready', function() {
      $('.center').slick ({
        dots: true,
        infinite: true,
        centerMode: true,
        slidesToShow: 1,
        slidesToScroll: 1,
        mobileFirst: true
      });

      $('.center').slickLightbox({
        slick: {
          itemSelector: 'a',
          navigateByKeyboard: true,
          dots: true,
          infinite: true,
          centerMode: true,
          slidesToShow: 3,
          slidesToScroll: 1,
          mobileFirst: true
        }
      });

    });

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Rosalinda – Full-flavoured Mexican vegan cuisine
Restaurant Rosalinda
Location 133 Richmond West
Website rosalindarestaurant.com
Lunch for two with a mocktail $80
Bonjour b*tches,
Is Toronto experiencing a cultural shift towards plant-based intelligence? It's probable, with the growing number of exclusively vegan restaurants — from Mythology Diner to Planta. The newest addition to the vegan line up is Rosalinda, an innovative, Mexican-inspired joint in the heart of the FiDi.
When I first heard about this restaurant (which was apparently a decade in the making), I was confident that it would be epic. Firstly, the people behind Rosalinda – Max Rimaldi, Jaime Cook (founder of Pizzeria Libretto) and Grant van Gameren (Bar Isabel, Bar Raval, El Rey, etc.) – are culinary masterminds. Secondly, who's opposed to healthy, full-on-flavour vegan cuisine?
I decided to join a friend for lunch there one day. I was immediately impressed with Rosalinda's epic curb appeal as I approached. Colourful blooms and greenery overflowed from planters that flanked the door. The interior was no different. With a serene ambiance that was inspired by Baja California and Mexico, it was a bright and airy space with greenery galore, a greenhouse-style roof and an appropriately fresh colour pallete. I was impressed by the strategic use of space for the 136-seat restaurant, which included a private room at the back. And the washrooms…they were made for mirror selfies (perhaps right up there with those at Grey Gardens).
Rosalinda.
Breezy interior.
Lots of open space.
Much like the easy, breezy vibe of the restaurant, the service was laid-back and attentive. Having only been open for a couple of weeks, Rosalinda operated smoothly – the sign of strong communication between front-of-house and back-of-house staff. Our server was well-versed in the food and drink offerings, and provided her recommendations when we asked. Right off the bat, I noticed the prices were un peu cher, especially considering the food was meatless.
I did, however, like how Rosalinda shone the spotlight on health with an impressive list of placebo cocktails – concoctions from the creative mind of Owen Walker, from the aforementioed Bar Isabel. My guest and I started with The Up & Up ($9), a fizzy mixture of verjus, apple, cucumber and other healthy ingredients as well as a Strawberry & Tonic ($7), a Creamsicle-esque drink with a bitter finish. We said "santé!" and took a sip. Both drinks were delightful and refreshing, but the ice-to-drink ratio was off. There was too much ice, and they were overpriced for the portion.
Strawberry & Tonic.
The Up & Up.
The small food menu, designed for sharing, featured a selection of simple vegan plates, tostadas, and tacos topped with everything from roasted cauliflower, jackfruit pibil and prickly pear cactus. At first glance, the menu was reminiscent of Matthew Kenney's Bar Verde in New York City.
We started with the Young Coconut Ceviche ($14), a marinated mixture of coconut, apple, celery and pickled shallot that offered some interesting textural components and pops of colour. The herb leche de tigre provided a fresh note on the tongue, but the overall flavor profile was too acidic to be enjoyed. An "A" for effort, but pass on this one.
Young Coconut Ceviche.
The Rosalinda Burger ($18) was front and centre on the menu, and I was curious to see how it stacked up. From my first bite, I could tell that the chefs had experimented with flavor and texture – as if to emulate a real beef burger. While the patty didn't break apart, this vegan burger didn't "bleed." What's more, the white Wonder Bread bun that sandwiched the bland-tasting patty was underwhelming. For the price point, I expected something homemade. The side salad was an overly dressed mixture of greens and would have benefitted from a sprinkle of pepitas or sunflower seeds, for texture.
Rosalinda Burger.
We also had the Chorizo Verde Tacos ($14 for two), which were accented with poblano, tomatillo and a cucumber pico de gallo. The soft shells were impressive in taste, but were a bit soggy by the time they arrived at our table.
Who says "non" to tacos?
The dessert menu was limited, with only three options. That said, my sweet tooth was satisfied with the Triple Chocolate Mousse ($10). Plenty of textural elements, such as cacao nibs, were folded into the mousse, which caught me by surprise. It was a lovely way to finish the meal, however, I would have injected some chili heat into the decadent chocolate mixture to remain faithful to the Mexican theme.
Triple Chocolate Mousse.
Rosalinda—from its name and ambiance to its food and drink—offered a cohesive experience while staying true to its vegan roots and regional Mexican influences, which were showcased in dishes like their sikil pak (a Mayan pumpkin seed dip) and salsa macha (a spicy condiment from Veracruz). While I wouldn't rush back, Rosalinda is a healthy option for busy professionals or FiDi dwellers who are craving a fresh food in a serene setting.
Mme M. xoxo
3/5 étoiles
Le rubrique de Madame Marie
1 étoile – Run. Before you get the runs.
2 étoiles – Mediocre, but nothing you couldn't make at home.
3 étoiles – C'est bon, with some standout qualities.
4 étoiles – Many memorable qualities and excellent execution. Compliments to the chef.
5 étoiles – Formidable! Michelin Star quality. Book a reservation immediately.
Author: Madame Marie
Tags: Bar Isabel, bar raval, dining, downtown, eating, El Ray, entertainment district, Financial District, Food, food critic, food review, foodie, grant van gameren, Jamie Cook, Max Rimaldi, mexican, Pizzeria Libretto, Planta, restaurant, restaurant review, review, rosalinda, Toronto, Toronto Life, vegan, vegetarian
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Chicago, IL -- F.E. Moran Fire Protection had a day of fun in the beautiful summer weather on Thursday when they attended the BOMA Golf Classic.
BOMA/Chicago and Midway Building Services put on their 17th Annual Golf Classic on Thursday. Over 300 members gathered for a day of golf and networking.
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Zhang Wannian (1928- ), native of Longkou, Shandong Province.
Vice chairman of CPC Central Military Commission; vice chairman of PRC Central Military Commission; member of Political Bureau and member of Secretariat of 15th CPC Central Committee; director of Chinese PLA Elected Committee; general.
Joined PLA, 1944; and CPC, 1945.
Served as deputy company political instructor in Northeast Democratic United Army, 1947-1948; and chief of a regiment communication section of Northeast Field Army, 1949-1950. Fought in Xinkailing and other campaigns. Rendered great meritorious services in Tashan Blocking Action, 1948; later fought in Peiping-Tientsin (Beijing-Tianjin) and Guangxi campaigns.
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I haven't been writing much over here because I've been busy with a) a course in writing Young Adult fiction and b) my new project London TV Club which is having it's first ever meeting this week.
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Women's History Month: Frances H. McClelland, Shamrock Foods
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Frances Helen McClelland's extraordinary life is remembered for her integrity, humor, generosity and strong will. She was born in Tucson, Arizona on August 4, 1923, and was the first child of W.T. and Winifred McClelland. Her Irish immigrant parents taught her the values of hard work and honesty.
At a young age, Frances was stricken with polio and didn't have complete use of her legs. Nevertheless, she traveled the world, was a business pioneer, a philanthropist, and a community leader. She graduated from St. Joseph's Academy in Tucson in 1940. She later graduated from the University of Arizona with an Accounting degree in 1944, and was instrumental in numerous efforts to strengthen families, which she believed was the foundation for a successful society.
In 1946, she joined her parents in the family business, Shamrock Dairy. Over the years, Frances and her brother, Norman, helped grow the family business into what is now known as Shamrock Foods Company, which operates throughout the western United States. She also was involved in a variety of post-graduation activities with the University, including serving on the Institute's inaugural advisory board, and on the University of Arizona Foundation Board. In 2003, the University presented Frances with an Honorary Doctorate Degree of Humane Letters at University of Arizona 129th Commencement.
Frances was a philanthropist, and before she passed she set up the Emerald Foundation, which to this date has given away more than $25 Million in funds to community organizations and projects that support children, youth and families in Arizona. The Emerald Foundation has supported the Frances McClelland Institute, along with several other community organizations including the YWCA's Frances McClelland Community Center, and the Phoenix Children's Hospital Pediatric Frances H. McClelland Rehabilitation Center, both in which we share our name.
Frances was highly involved in her community and served as YWCA Tucson's Board President from 1974 to 1977, and also served as Treasurer and Finance Chair. Additionally, her community involvement included the Tucson Library Board, the Amity, Inc. Board, Beta Sigma Phi., the Arizona Astronomy Board, the Phoenix Irish Cultural Center, and the Arizona Senior Academy Board.
Frances and Norman, class of 1949, also provided early seed money for the Institute, and made substantial gifts to the John and Doris Norton School of Family and Consumer Sciences, and the University's College of Agriculture and Life Sciences.
As treasurer of Shamrock Foods, Norman says Frances never forgot her family's immigrant roots and search for freedom from religious persecution which brought the Scotch-Irish group to America.
She passed away at the age of 81 in July 2005. Her extraordinary legacy of visionary action and generous giving is still being felt today.
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About half the storefronts in Tropicana Center, a big strip mall, are vacant. Shop owners say leases aren't being renewed.
Friday, June 13, 2008 | 2 a.m.
A sign explains the closing of Sheplers Western Wear. The center's owners haven't revealed plans for the half-empty plaza.
Dan Riggs, left, owner of the Trop-Aquarium, with Vinny Mazzoccoli, says business is down since the store exodus.
Not that there are a lot of cars to illuminate.
The plaza, which spans the south side of Tropicana Avenue from McLeod Drive to Pecos Road, is something of a ghost mall with more than half of the storefronts empty and scarred by old signs. The biggest clump of cars belongs to construction workers — they're parked outside the 120,000-square-foot Wal-Mart, which is closed for remodeling. Trash swirls in the wind, suggesting tumbleweeds and a lonesome yet tuneful coyote.
Too bad even Sheplers Western Wear is gone, leaving behind only its parking lot decorations: concrete wagon wheels.
Dan Riggs owns a fish store, the Trop-Aquarium, and has been there for 15 years. These days, this is the view from his door: a slot bar that's surviving (they usually do); a closed jewelry store that lost its lease; a closed restaurant that lost its lease, its door taped shut with a constable's notice; and a Payless shoe store that Riggs thinks is losing its lease (neither the store nor Payless corporate would comment to the Sun). Thanks to the lack of cars, they're all easy for Riggs to see.
More than anything, he would like some answers from the owners who "killed" his business.
It's one thing when the economy wipes out stores, but what's with owners who seem to be wrecking their own shopping center?
They won't say, not to their tenants and not to us. The owners of Tropicana Center have ignored a month's worth of phone calls from the Sun.
The difference, Riggs said, is that Tropec doesn't seem to want any businesses. If it did, would it be so hard to renew a lease? Take the jewelry store with the tattered banner.
It used to be Gabriel Jewelers. Owner Gabriel de Leon said he couldn't find out how to renew his lease, despite calling and writing letters.
So after 16 years there, he upped and moved to a new location near Eastern and Serene avenues.
Riggs watched what happened with the jeweler and renewed his lease by carefully reading the terms of his old lease. He found a three-month window when he could renew the lease without the owner's approval, if he acted a year ahead of time. He has been congratulating himself ever since.
If only there were more customers.
And less trash and disrepair.
Melody Jensen, a cashier at Savers thrift store, has worked in this mall for 11 years and can't believe what's happened.
The responsibility for cleaning and upkeep would belong to "Edwin," the property manager.
He returned a call from the Sun and left a message saying it would be easier to reach him by e-mail. He didn't answer the e-mail or return subsequent calls.
There have been Edwin spottings at the mall.
Julianna Nagy said he stopped by her Kiss's Salon & Spa after she asked him about the trash, the dirty sidewalks and the leaking roof. She said Edwin makes assurances but nothing has happened.
Her salon is south of the former Sheplers. It's in a stretch of seven storefronts, four of which are empty. Across the way, she can see the gutted Wal-Mart, which, back in the day, generated foot traffic for her place.
These days, though, what stylist would want to rent a chair at her spa? Yeah, right.
Nagy says she's grateful for two things: regular customers from the old days and a lease that runs through 2011.
"We're just really desperate to find out what's going on," Nagy said.
The only good bit of news we can offer Nagy is that the Wal-Mart is set to reopen with a grocery store and a pharmacy, according to a corporate spokeswoman. It should be open and bringing people to the mall in October.


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Are We Happy With Grandy Now????
Three homers in two games won't erase his mediocre first half of the season, but Curtis Granderson is finally getting people's attention. He's come alive since the All Star break and I couldn't be happier about it. I know. We had to give up AJax, but I've been a Grandy fan for a long time and always coveted him for the Yankees. In tonight's win over the Indians, he provided the go-ahead runs and might have scored another if not for one of the umpiring crew's two blown calls. But it's not just his baseball skills that get to me. It's the man's character. His charity work isn't for show; it's real. He's real. Real enough to cry on camera. Take a look. (The tears come about 2:15 into the interview. I got choked up watching him choke up!)
So yeah, I love Grandy. Now onto the game:
Javy pitched great.
Dave Robertson pitched great.
Boone Logan pitched great.
Mo pitched great.
Joba didn't even warm up.
It's weird how I still see midges when we play in Cleveland. I was there in '07 during the ALDS, and tonight I had flashbacks.
Maybe it's time I got professional help.
Congrats to Matt Garza and the Rays on baseball's latest no-no. It must really be the year of the pitcher. I wonder who will be next????
Written by mlblogsjaneheller Posted in Dailies Tagged with Boone Logan, CC Sabathia, Cleveland, Curtis Granderson, Dave Robertson, Indians, Javier Vazquez, Joba Chamberlain, Mariano Rivera, Matt Garza, midges, Rays, Yankees
July 27, 2010 - 1:17 am angelsgirl012
I love Curtis Granderson. He's such a respectful person and a good player too. It's rare to see emotion coming out of athletes these days. It's hard because you're so wrapped up in playing the game and the business side of things that sometimes things don't come off as genuine. I felt the same way when I saw Joe Saunders crying during his interview when he was asked how it felt like to be going to the Diamondbacks. He's been with the organization his whole life, being a homegrown guy it must be hard and it's tough to see him go. Heck I got choked up when he choked up too! I never saw a player that emotional during a trade. Though the interview was right after he found out so I guess that could explain a lot.
The Yanks are lucky to have another classy guy like Curtis Granderson in pinstripes 🙂
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July 27, 2010 - 1:22 am crzblue2
Ahhh. that was a very nice interview. Very classy of Granderson. The lady does a great job interviewing him.
Congrats to Garza. Hmm. Who is next? Mets or Padres?
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July 27, 2010 - 1:40 am Jane Heller
If I were an Angels fan I would have choked up watching Saunders too, Mimi. It must be tough on these guys who've played for one team their whole careers and then find themselves starting over with a new franchise. I do feel lucky to have Granderson though and hope he doesn't miss Detroit too much.
Classy guy, Emma. I liked the interviewer too. Unlike some, she wasn't all hysteria. She seemed to be genuinely fond of Granderson. Aren't the Mets the only team not to have a no-hitter? I thought I read that somewhere.
July 27, 2010 - 1:47 am seindsfeld@aol.com
omg Jane, you see this? ('.');;; a tear in my eye. I had no idea it was so hard for him to leave Detroit. I guess I take back all the things I said about how Andrew Jackson is having a great year and I wish they never got Curtis….I guess we all have to remember the human element in the game. (Oscar exit music) Oh well, anyway, this was a great game. And after beating up the Royals it shows the league the Yanks can win in any way. Funny how baseball works. Curtis hitting the homer, him being the hero, you showing the video of him moving from Detroit to New York. And Detroit being the team Garza no hit. It all connects O.o Btw, Lee hasn't won a game with Texas I don't think and Haren is about to lose his first start as an Angel…hmmm, maybe Cashman knows what he's doing 😛
July 27, 2010 - 2:08 am beckers46
Awww! Grandy is adorable! He truly is genuine and classy. Have you seen Kathy Griffin profess her love for Curtis on Joy Behar's show? It's funny!
http://joybehar.blogs.cnn.com/2010/06/18/kathy-griffins-newest-crush-wears-pinstripes/
It's A-Rod's bday. I hope he hits #600 already.
July 27, 2010 - 2:26 am raysrenegade
Curtis Granderson is the type of spirited and enthusiastic personality the New York Yankees need on the charity front. Not knocking Derek Jeter and the rest of the Yankee crew, but Granderson has that personality that draws you to him. Something about the guy makes you want to go up and chat with him…maybe it is that NY-smile.
July 27, 2010 - 6:42 am lenn23
Jane, I heard that it was the Mets and Padres who have never had a no-hitter before. I'm surprised at the Mets because they've had some pretty good pitchers. The problem is that they pitched their no-hitters with other teams. Seaver with the Reds, Ryan with everybody else, and Gooden and Cone with the Yanks. The Yanks should be due. I know they had a bunch of them in the '90s.
July 27, 2010 - 7:13 am Amy
I knew there was a reason that the gnats cleared out of my kitchen. They had to head to Cleveland cuz the Yankees came into town. And I thought it was just because the heat wave here in Cali finally broke.
I'm glad I'm working tomorrow. I don't want to see CC pitch against the Tribe. It still to this day breaks my heart. Not as much as seeing V-Mart in a Red Sux uni, but close. (ps: you yankees fans would probably like my motto: if it ends in Sox, it Sux! I really need to make T-shirts that say that)
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July 27, 2010 - 9:06 am diane.anziano@gmail.com
Granderson really is so polished and articulate. I can't remember the last MLB player I have heard interviewed that comes across that classy. Since he donned the pinstripes he's always been a pleasure to watch in an interview and now that he's hitting he is also a pleasure to watch on the field.
Going to see Linda Eder in our town's concert tonight…and I think Peggy is going to the movies??!!! When was the last time both of us did not watch a Yankees game??? Wow. If A-Rod hits #600 tonight that will tell us something. I wish him the best as always anyway. And, of course, we need a win. GO YANKEES!!!
July 27, 2010 - 10:40 am bklyntrolleyblogger
More Grandy's in the game would be a good thing. Where are the midges when you need them?
Many one-hitters; never a no-hitter Emma. I'm still waiting. And waiting. And waiting. And wa…. : /
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July 27, 2010 - 10:54 am phillies_phollowers
That was a great interview :O) And yeah, what is with all the bugs? Pretty much nothing frightens me, but I hate bugs. If I were on that mound being swarmed, I'd be the first person back in the clubhouse. Yuck!
July 27, 2010 - 12:13 pm PAUL
R.A. Dickey.
R.A. Dickey will be next.
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July 27, 2010 - 12:40 pm Jane Heller
I saw that Haren got hurt in his first start as an Angel, seindsfeld. Took a liner off his arm from Youkilis. Talk about an inauspicious beginning! Hope he's OK. Maybe Cashman does know what he's doing but we still need pitching help! Why not get Ted Lilly to round out the rotation and add an arm for the pen. Plus a bat for the bench. That's it for my shopping list.
OMG, Becky. I hadn't seen that clip of Kathy Griffin professing her love for Granderson. LOL!!! I guess she's an official she-fan now. And yeah, I'm with you on seeing A-Rod get #600 on his birthday, but as he said, I'll happen – this week, this month, whenever. I'm just glad if he's driving in runs at this point.
Curtis does have a great smile, Renegade. But don't count Jeter out on the charity front. His Turn2 Foundation is the model for many athletes' good works. He just doesn't make a big deal about it in the media.
You're right, Len. Both the Mets and Padres are without a no-hitter. The Mets really had some incredible pitchers, as you say. And the Yanks are due. Will it be CC? Andy when he's healthy? I would have added Hughes, but not yet. And A.J. has the stuff but not the consistency.
I'm sure it's hard to see CC pitch against the Tribe, Amy – just like it must be hard for Tigers fans to watch Granderson play for the Yanks. Very tough when a beloved player leaves. And yup, you need to make those T-shirts. A lot of Yankee fans would buy them!
Grandy's very polished, Diane, and not in a phony way. Since I don't get to see the post-game shows on YES here in CA, I don't often see him interviewed. So I'm always pleasantly surprised when I hear him speak so thoughtfully and honestly about things. Miraculous that you and Peggy are missing a game! Have fun at the concert.
Hopefully the Mets will have a no-hitter soon, Mike. I have to think Santana will pitch one. He's certainly got the stuff.
One thing I learned from that bug game, Jenn, is that you don't use bug spray on them! It only attracts them. After I found out, I wanted to run onto the field and yell, "Stop spraying!"
July 27, 2010 - 1:22 pm dschaub@gpo.gov
Finish strong. That's what he did last nite, and hopefully it'll set a tone or be a theme for the rest of the way…!
Hard to be tuff on Grandy. It is his first season here, his first taste, and if he was trying too hard at first, it should be very understandable. Esp. considering what a fixture he was in Motor City, such character guy, how down in the dumps they are in every way up there, and now they have major injuries…well, been there too…
So much for slo-pitch. Can't get 10 runs every game, esp. on the road…nice to see some solid pitching again. Also can't look ahead to the weekend (don't think they will, but we fans can't either)…
July 27, 2010 - 1:58 pm Jane Heller
Dickey will be next! If Paul said it, it must be true!
It would be great if Granderson finished strong, Dave – great for the Yankees and great for his confidence coming to NY after all those years in Detroit. Last night's game was a nail biter with two excellent starting pitching performances. I prefer 10-run onslaughts but that's just me. And no, we can't look ahead to the weekend. Well, maybe just a peek.
July 27, 2010 - 2:48 pm redstatebluestate
I know some Tigers fans who'd be happy with Grandy… wait, no. That's a lie. Tigers fans aren't happy about anything right now.
http://mtrredstatebluestate.com
Poor Tiger fans, Jeff. All those injuries and now getting no-hit. Ouch. But I never count them out. That division is always full of surprises.
Brett Gardner made a nice throw, Scott. That was the highlight, unfortunately. The rest of the game was not worth watching.
July 27, 2010 - 11:55 pm scofid
Tonight? Um, not so much! I can't say there was any Yankee that I was proud about tonight. Maybe Colin Curtis? CC got schooled by the rookie, and A-Rod simply looked old on his birthday and missed a huge opportunity to hit a homer that mattered.
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All Sorts of Things
Rookie + Bad Defense + So-So CC = Loss


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CFO-CIO Alignment Can Help Drive Digital Finance Transformation Goals, Global Research Finds
Our latest survey of more than 1,000 senior finance and IT leaders provides insights into how organizations can supercharge their finance transformation efforts—and ensure they succeed.
Bruno J. Navarro
CFOs and CIOs must align more closely on digital finance transformation goals in order to succeed in their efforts, according to our latest global study "The CFO-CIO Partnership: The Path to ERP-Enabled Finance Transformation."
Conducted in partnership with Longitude, a Financial Times company, the survey of 1,060 senior leaders found a positive correlation between how well a company's finance and IT teams are aligned and the success of their digital transformation initiatives. The collaboration needed for organizational success is more important than ever given the pandemic-related disruption of the past several years. CFOs are also navigating economic uncertainty, supply chain issues, and talent shortages, as well as growing environmental, social, and governance (ESG) concerns.
"CFOs today are required to provide more than just financial insights," Barbara Larson, Workday's CFO, said in a recent podcast. "They're required to provide insights that can drive operational change and guide business strategy, and ultimately provide long-term value to stakeholders. And what's critical in finance's ability to do that is having the right technology foundation."
CFO-CIO Alignment Is Key to Success
Despite the importance of having the technology component in place, many organizations have a way to go. The study found nearly one-third (31%) of companies are rarely or never aligned on their digital finance transformation goals, with CFOs identifying that disparity as a top barrier.
Finance leaders are also more than twice as likely as IT leaders to say their organization lacks a digital finance transformation strategy, at 42% and 19% respectively.
To achieve more successful outcomes for their organizations, CFOs and CIOs must work together to drive transformation in the areas of insights, agility, and talent.
Yet challenges remain: 41% of CFOs admitted their CIO doesn't have a seat at the table during critical finance meetings—even when technology is essential to solving a challenge. Meanwhile, a majority of CIOs (57%) identify their aim of eliminating IT complexity as being at odds with the finance function's expanding responsibilities.
The study also identified a correlation between a company's level of alignment between CFOs and CIOs and how far along it is on its finance transformation journey. One-third (33%) of organizations with a high level of alignment between finance and IT departments had developed and deployed a digital finance strategy in the past two years. Just 28% of organizations with low CFO-CIO alignment had done so.
Amy Smith, chief financial officer at Drury Hotels, said greater alignment has provided clarity in identifying and solving problems. "It's all about realizing what our CIO calls the 'art of the possible' because sometimes our team doesn't realize that we have inefficient processes, or that there's even an opportunity there."
In order to achieve more successful outcomes for their organizations, CFOs and CIOs must work together to drive transformation in the areas of insights, agility, and talent.
A Transformed Finance Function to Empower Business
Alignment and collaboration between CFOs and CIOs are paramount to empowering organizations with the agility necessary to meet future needs and grow the business. Fully realizing finance transformation will drive organizational insights, improve resilience, and help attract and retain people with the necessary skills.
CFOs recognize this, identifying tools needed to develop and upskill finance employees (30%) and technology to manage their performance (23%) among the top four benefits of finance transformation.
Other benefits include automation of systems to report nonfinancial data (24%) and technology to improve procurement and sourcing (23%).
The Finance Function's Expanding Use of Data
When it comes to nonfinancial data, finance leaders are realizing the value of how information is collected and analyzed, as well as its trustworthiness. More than one-half (51%) of CFOs reported increasing reliance on nonfinancial data to inform financial decisions, including ESG, operational, and customer information.
The ability to collect and analyze an expanded dataset exemplifies a shift for CFOs away from financial reporting to one in which they help create value for the organization in a more forward-looking role. In essence, the CFO is now also the "chief value officer."
Growing Attention to ESG Factors
Survey respondents identified ESG as the most important type of nonfinancial data used to develop insights that inform financial decisions. It's not surprising given that ESG concerns have grown in recent years, garnering global awareness and attention from consumers, stakeholders, and regulators, potentially creating new opportunities for the finance function.
More than half (54%) of CFOs said their legacy ERP systems lack the flexibility necessary to meet modern business needs.
Although one-third (33%) of CFOs are responsible for ESG reporting, more than half (54%) of respondents said finance leaders should have purview of ESG metrics. Fewer respondents said CEOs and CIOs should have oversight of ESG, at 15% and 14% respectively. The rising prominence of ESG efforts creates an opportunity for finance leaders to achieve competitive advantages, as well as business growth.
CFOs Look to Move Beyond Legacy ERP Systems
The rise of next-generation enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems could represent a significant opportunity for finance leaders. The ever-growing capabilities of cloud-based ERP systems include powerful tools such as an intelligent data core, predictive analytics, machine learning, artificial intelligence, and multinational capabilities.
Yet many organizations remain stuck. More than half (54%) of CFOs said their legacy ERP systems lack the flexibility necessary to meet modern business needs. Finance leaders understand the need to upgrade their ERP systems, but most (53%) also said they lack the time to embark on the process of digital transformation.
CFOs understand that upgrading to a modern ERP system will help provide functionality, agility, and oversight, but they also believe making the transition is a time-consuming process. (But buyer beware: Moving a legacy ERP system to the cloud in a lift-and-shift model isn't the same as a true transformation that involves a modern, cloud-based ERP system.)
Successful alignment will require some "give and take," said Charlie Steel, CFO at online healthcare provider Babylon. "The CIO must understand that interesting technology has to deliver a financial return," he added. "But CFOs need to understand that there is an element of experimentation within technology if you want to be at the cutting edge."
How CFO-CIO Alignment Addresses Talent Needs
The CFO-CIO partnership is an invaluable component when it comes to talent. More than half (52%) of organizations with high levels of alignment are likely to view their teams as having the skills to keep up with new and emerging finance technology compared to those with low alignment (42%).
Only 42% of CFOs expressed confidence in the integrity and usability of their data, while 57% of CIOs viewed their data as trustworthy.
Technology is also an important factor when it comes to attracting and retaining talent, a critical component of building highly skilled, next-generation finance teams. CFOs identified tools for developing and training employees to broaden their skill base—a prominent factor in employee retention, too—as one of the benefits of finance transformation.
Meanwhile, CFOs expressed the desire for greater financial literacy in IT teams, and CIOs wished for finance employees with better technology and data literacy skills. In short, speaking the same language is important for finance and IT teams.
Speaking of people with a solid grasp of both finance and IT, Daniel Perschke, vice president and controller at The E.W. Scripps Company, said, "They are the types of people that are going to be very valuable moving forward because they're going to be able to help lead change and be able to help see down the road a couple steps ahead, to see opportunities but also to mitigate risks."
Diverging Views of Data and Digital Transformation
A majority (60%) of CFOs said their finance digital transformation isn't typically aligned with businesswide transformation—a disconnect reflected in the differing views of CIOs. A significant portion (42%) of CFOs said they have yet to develop a digital finance transformation strategy, while only 19% of CIOs held the same view.
Another divergence in opinion lies in the quality of organizational data. Only 42% of CFOs expressed confidence in the integrity and usability of their data, while 57% of CIOs viewed their data as trustworthy.
The confidence gap affects the decision-making process. Half (50%) of CFOs admitted they're making financial decisions based on gut instinct because the data they need is siloed, in the wrong format, or not readily available. A majority (53%) of finance leaders said poor data hindered the accuracy of their forecasts. Nearly a quarter (24%) of CFOs expressed the desire for improved data availability and usability, followed by tools to streamline financial close, consolidation, and reporting (21%).
CFOs consider having the right technology as a way to attract and retain finance talent, yet 57% said they fall short of having the digital tools next-generation talent expects.
3 Actions to Take Right Now
The research identified three ways finance leaders can take immediate action:
Provide finance teams with the data and insights they need to meet business and transformation goals.
Continuously align finance and IT on technology innovation efforts.
Equip finance and IT teams with skills for collaboration and change.
CFOs and CIOs might not always understand each other's values, opinions, and priorities, but increasing their abilities to align on data, agility, and talent can help empower their organizations to prepare for whatever business challenges lie ahead.
Download the full report "The CFO-CIO Relationship: The Path to ERP-Enabled Finance Transformation," for finance leaders and for IT leaders. Or, visit our digital experience for industry-specific findings and other insights.
The CFO-CIO Partnership: The Path to ERP-Enabled Finance Transformation
Our latest global survey of 1,060 senior finance and IT leaders (C-suite or their direct reports) sought to understand the state of digital finance transformation in today's organizations and how it is impacting the relationship between finance and IT.
Finance as a Driver of Transformation: What CFOs Need to Enable Organizational Change
Technology savvy and analytics capabilities help finance leaders forge the strategic partnerships they'll need to prepare their organizations for the future. Executives from Deloitte Consulting LLP and H&R Block discussed their journeys at a recent Fortune event.
McKinsey Expert: How to Build the Best Team to Support the CFO
As CFOs are tasked with more responsibilities, one way to create greater value across the enterprise is to envision what next-level financial planning and analysis (FP&A) teams will look like. McKinsey & Co. expert Michele Tam identifies considerations for finance leaders looking to the future.
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FP&A Warning: Beware the EPM Bundle
All-in-one enterprise performance management (EPM) solutions don't support the modern planning requirements needed for success in today's dynamic environment.
Why Intelligent Resource Management Matters
For professional services firms facing a tight talent market and far-ranging industry pressures, the usual ways of pairing people and projects require a rethink. We talk with Workday's Patrice Cappello and Justin Joseph to learn more about how intelligent resource management can help.
Understanding the Basics: What Is a General Ledger?
Learn how organizations use a general ledger to track assets, liabilities, revenues, and expenses, prepare financial statements, and measure business performance—as well as how technology has enabled greater insights.


"We will soon float a tender of 'expression of interest' basically for two departments-design and consultancy so that all-national and international- can take part in the process. We have already a design. On basis of it, those can give us the best design, engineering and other things we will select them for consultancy," Papon told media.


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Middle length routes
The Ebre's river landscapes are changeable, sometimes sharp, but always surprising and full of life.
They are mountains and valleys of an amazing history, effort and formed by thousands of people that have forged the voice of our country, so often forgotten.
We suggest you that you go with us into the roads that formed our land and that, together with the river, have sculpted the character of its habitants. You could touch the injuries provoked by the bombs that fell on during the Ebre's Battle. Once you have discovered the landscape, you will love it as much as we do.
The routes that we are going to introduce to you can be changed in length and difficulty, so that you can enjoy them without any problems.
Tivissa and its mountain ranges
Montsià's mountain range, and the Ebre's Delta viewpoint
The impressive Mola de Colldejou
The Port, a privileged space
The magical Montsant
Cardó and its hermitages
Cavalls' mountain range, Pandols and the Ebre's Battle scenarios
The Picossa's viewpoint and the Tormo
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Five things to know about the SC verdict on Arunachal Pradesh
In yet another jolt to the BJP, the supreme court has ordered the reinstatement of the Congress government in Arunachal Pradesh, about four months after the party was ousted from power. Earlier in
A season of political surprises
This is no laughing matter. Navjot Singh Sidhu, a former Indian cricketer who guffaws throughout The Kapil Sharma Show on television, has quit the BJP and his Rajya Sabha seat and there is a distin
Pasighat deserves to be a smart city
Cities are considered the engines of growth. They not only provide wider employment opportunities but also absorb large migrant population, which has resulted into unplanned urbanisation.
Separate Arunachal Pradesh cadre in All India Services needed
In the politico-administrative set up of India, executives are a vital part and have been empowered to formulate policies and implement them for the welfare of the people. Executives are of t
A long road to diplomacy
When India's longest bridge, the 9.15-km Dhola-Sadiya over the Brahmaputra river, connecting Assam to Arunachal Pradesh, was inaugurated by prime minister Narendra Modi on May 26, China react
BHEL launches hydro electric project in Mizoram
Maharatna PSU, Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL), has commissioned the first unit of Tuirial hydro electric Project in Mizoram. This is the first large-rating hydro power project in Miz
The first user-friendly pictorial field guide to the trees of Arunachal Pradesh
'Trees of Arunachal Pradesh: A Field Guide' is a first-of-its kind pictorial guide for a wide audience. A visually rich book that will help you to efficiently and easily identify trees


My artwork is created based on a process that first starts with the feelings, emotions and my life experiences how I am able to channel them. With the application of acrylic paint in the category of Abstract Art. I am able to begin layering, blending and accenting the canvas to create contrast, depth and the doorway for the viewer to enter my world. By layering I generate distinction and dimension to arouse the imagination by applying paint in strategic locations. In the blending process I use water or a wet on wet technique to establish movement, flow and vibrancy. Lastly, accenting through numerous different applications allows structure and desired affects. I paint because it is the one outlet that I have discovered that allows me to be completely free, content and gives me purpose. The last 3 years have been the best with art transforming my life.


Hundreds of individuals and families are getting ready to join forces and help raise funds to support those living with Guillain-Barre Syndrome and Chronic Inflammatory Deyelinating Polyneuropathy on Sunday, Sept. 9, at the second annual Walk and Roll for GBS/CIDP at Cook Park.
The event will be co-chaired by Dani Sticka, a GBS patient and Sherwood resident, and GBS patient Matt LaRocco. LaRocco is embracing his life after GBS running, working and spending time with his family making the most out of life after spending 12-weeks in rehab regaining muscle function and learning to walk again following his diagnosis and subsequent paralysis from the neck down.
GBS is a rare auto-immune disorder characterized by the rapid and sudden onset of numbness, weakness, and often paralysis of the legs, arms, breathing muscles and face. It came to public attention briefly when it struck a number of people who received the 1976 swine flu vaccine and more recently has been linked to the Zika virus.
CIDP is a rare disorder of the peripheral nerves characterized by gradually increasing sensory loss and weakness associated with loss of reflexes. While the onset is less rapid than GBS, if left untreated it may progress to wheelchair dependence.
"Both conditions and its variants are extremely rare. GBS affects two people each year in every 100,000," said Lisa Butler, the GBScf0 CIDP Foundations executive director. "The prevalence of CIDP is estimated to be as many as nine in 100,000 individuals."
To register, visit gbs-cidp.org or call the foundation at 610-667-0131.


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Zis a ba Estuary Restoration
Cardno is proud to be supporting the Stillaguamish Tribe's work to restore functioning ecosystems that support expanded treaty fishing and hunting opportunities at 'zis a ba'.
The Tribe aimed to restore the land to tidal influence and thereby reinstate habitats for Stillaguamish Chinook populations, which had been listed under the Endangered Species Act (ESA).
Cardno was engaged by Stillaguamish Tribe Natural Resources Department to provide strategic support across assessment, permitting and compliance, cultural resources support, environmental management and restoration tasks.
A team of 20 Cardno engineers, cultural resources experts, and scientists worked with the Stillaguamish Tribe to support the restoration of riverine and tidal process to nearly 100 acres of diked former tidal marsh.
To help deliver this project, our team performed the following key elements:
designed and built a new setback dike to protect agricultural lands and other infrastructure, including a habitat berm that protects a pipeline and a large one-way floodgate to improve flood drainage for the adjacent 4000 acres of farmland
constructed seven dike breaches to connect new dendritic tidal channels
created mudflats, intertidal and high salt marsh habitat.
As a result of this work, Cardno provided estuary rearing habitat for the threatened Chinook salmon and steelhead as well as provided nursery habitat for Dungeness crabs and other fish, waterfowl and wildlife.
The restoration work and setback levee improved habitat and water quality by allowing the estuary to function more naturally and encouraged increased habitat complexity by establishing 4.5 acres and 3 miles of tidal channels by 2025.
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Trinity River Restoration Project
Cardno worked with the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation to restore high quality salmonid rearing and spawning due to flow regulation and a lack of sediment and debris passing through the dam. We designed...
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Restaurants are trying to adapt, as Millennials demonstrate different dining behaviors as compared to prior generations. Overall, Millennials frequent restaurants more frequently than their elders. Forbes Magazine reports that Millennials spend 44% of their food dollars, or $2,921 annually, on eating out. By comparison, Boomers spend only 40% of their food dollars on eating out or $2,629 annually. The increased demand for prepared meals is a positive development for the restaurant industry.
But capitalizing on this opportunity will require restaurants to evolve, as Millennials show a variety of different behaviors and preferences as compared with older diners. Doing so will be important, as this age group contains 69 Million adults, will soon be the largest generation and will have an increasing share of total purchasing power as they move into their prime earning years, while Boomers retire and decline in numbers.
Business Insider finds five major differences. One, Millennials eat out more often. Fifty-three percent eat out at least once per week, compared to only 43% of the general population. Two, they don't define "healthy" just in terms of fewer calories or lower fat. It also means that food must be "fresh, less processed, and contain fewer artificial ingredients". Three, Millennials want their food to be "ethically produced". Practices such as "fair trade" and "cage-free" are important. Brands like Starbucks and Chipotle have responded to these preferences. Four, Millennials frequent QSR concepts, but they are embarrassed by it and don't want others to know. Consequently, they are unlikely to recommend such brands to others. Five, they prefer Fast Casual and makeup 51% of Fast Casual Diners, vs. 31% of the overall population.
Market research publisher Packaged Facts, reports other important trends in their study titled "Millennial Menus: Culinary Trend Tracking Series". These include a preference for greater customization. Fresh, creative items, personalized and made-to-order. More than one-third order something different every time they visit a restaurant. Keeping the menu fresh is important to keep them coming back. They also like "mash-ups", more creative fusion-style offerings. Note the popularity of food trucks in recent years, that often offer more innovative fare. There is also a trend away from three meals per day. Instead, Millennials show an increased preference for grazing throughout the day. Bowls are also becoming an important trend, with ingredients such as rice, noodles, salad, quinoa, acai, and poke. Lastly, Millennials show an increased preference for probiotics and other digestive aids, such as drinking vinegars, kombucha and "artisanal tonics". Sugary drinks are on the decline.
Although they haven't abandoned QSR concepts completely (still 28% of Millennial restaurant purchases) they tend to eat there less often, according to NPD. When they do the demonstrate a preference for Better Burger concepts like Shake Shack and Smashburger.
Millennials also view dining out as a social activity. As a result, they enjoy features like communal seating. Perhaps this is in response to their more frequent preference (as reported by Technomic) for take-out and delivery. Technomic reports that Millennials prefer takeout (38%) and delivery (15%). This bears out in comparisons between the generations, as 20% of Millennial restaurant orders are for delivery, vs. only 13% for Gen-X and 12% of Boomers. Millennials also value convenience, citing a lack of time for cooking (23%) and "overwhelming daily responsibilities" (22%).
Restaurants will also need to increase their use of technology, as Millennials have grown up with it, often being labeled as "Digital Natives". Openmarket.com reports that 72% of Millennials text 10 or more times per day, and 83% of them open text messages within 90 seconds of receiving them. The preference for text carries over to their interactions with businesses, being ranked as the preferred means of communication. Email ranked second, while voice calling was a distant third. It's not unsurprising then that apps have become increasingly important for restaurants. The days of taking delivery or pick-up orders by phone are quickly coming to an end.
Changing preferences will require rapid evolution by restaurants if they wish to survive and thrive in the years to come. Business practices, menus, restaurant layouts, service options, and the use of technology will all need to be taken into account and adapt accordingly.


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Q: Is it possible to enalbe SOAP with OAuth for Group and Professional editions? Does anyone know is it possible to enable SOAP API for Group and Professional editions with OAuth 2.0 (connected app) authentication?
I cannot find this info directly in the documentation. What stated is the following:

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*You can also request that a connected app be whitelisted to use the REST API in GE or PE organizations. --- This is only about REST.

*SOAP based Web services can be enabled using an API token called a Client ID, which needs to be appended to your SOAP headers in integration calls. This special key enables your app to successfully make calls to GE/PE even if the customer does not have API access. --- It is not clear will SOAP API work with OAuth access token or only via direct credentials login.
Thanks in advance!
Regards,
Vitaly

A: It will work (Assuming you have somehow gotten API access on PE, which is a licensing arrangement with Salesforce) however you need to ensure the OAuth setup includes the appropriate 'api' scope:
http://help.salesforce.com/HTViewHelpDoc?id=remoteaccess_oauth_scopes.htm&language=en_US
The appropriate bit:

The scope parameter enables you to fine-tune what the client
application can access in a Salesforce organization. The valid values
for scope are:
api
Allows access to the current,
logged-in user's account using APIs, such as REST API and Bulk API.
This value also includes chatter_api, which allows access to Chatter
REST API resources.

'Such as' also includes the SOAP API.


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Your $25 will pay for food. Nelly thanks you!
Little Nelly is a cute tomboyish girl of about 4 months. She is a diluted black and cream color, and she has very soft wooly fur.
This spunky little girl is under medical care right now. She has a few lacerations that need to heal before she's available for adoption, but they don't stop her in the least.
Nelly is a happy girl, immediately wanting to play with big boy Angus when she saw him. We expect she will be fine with cats but probably will need to learn to play a bit less rough.
As we get to know more, we'll update her bio. In the meantime, she's in a foster home in the east bay.


Somehow 8 hours of work is not enough here in Singapore that is why we take overtimes or worse, we sacrifice our break times. There is nothing wrong if we work hard but we have to take it easy or suffer the sequences. Our body can do many things but we have to be wary because there is a limit.
We have to give our body a break. Taking a break should be regular – that is, every day not every other day. Taking a few moments will not only help us feel more at ease, peaceful and satisfied, it also improves our productivity, mental and physical well-being.
Studies conducted by Gao et al and Floru & Cail: According to the studies conducted by Gao and colleagues in 1990 and Floru & Cail in 1987, our performance begins to deteriorate after fifty to sixty minutes of non-stop work. Deterioration can be prevented if we take breaks at least every 40 minutes. It doesn't have to be long.
Studies conducted by Balci & Aghazadeh: According to the studies conducted by Balci & Aghazadeh in 2003, "micro-breaks" increased the accuracy and speed or the overall performance of data entry workers. "Micro-breaks" last twenty to thirty seconds.
Studies conducted by McLean, Tingley and Rickards: According to the studies conducted by McLean, Tingley and Rickards in 2001, scheduled breaks are more effective that leaving breaks at the discretion of the workers.
Studies conducted by Henning et al: According to the studies conducted by Henning and colleagues, short breaks are more effective if it includes physical activities like stretching rather than sitting or sleeping.
Taking a moment and freeing ourselves from the tangles of work can indeed do us good. Singaporeans need and deserve a break.


Have been several times and this is the first time I felt dissappointed. Ordered the quiche. The quality was great,however the size of my serving was smaller than my mini crescent dinner roll. My dessert was also much larger than my quiche. Quiche was about 3 small bites. It didn't feel like I got my money's worth. I probably won't order the quiche again, even though it was tasty.


Aymeric Laporte is 24 years old (Born on 1994-05-27) and his FIFA Nation is France. He is now playing for Manchester City as a Centre Back. His FIFA 19 overall ratings is 83 for this card. He is Left-footed and has got a 2-star skill moves rating. Aymeric Laporte's height is 189 cm and he is 85 kg.
This Aymeric Laporte's card is a FIFA 19 Rare Gold card.