The autopsy report of the 22-year-old SFI student leader Sudipto Gupta, who was the victim of police brutality during a demonstration in Kolkata on Tuesday, said that there were several injury marks on his body. The report will put the police department in trouble as the findings were contradictory to police claim.
The report confirmed multiple injuries, five injury marks on the victim's body, two injuries found close to his heart and brain. The doctors of the SSKM Hospital, who examined the post mortem report, said that Sudipto died after he was hit by some heavy blunt material.
They said that the assault led to his death. There were multiple injuries found on his body. Several blue marks can be found in his heart and his lungs which indicate that he could have been beaten up with something. Referring to the report, a senior professor of the SSKM Hospital and forensic expert said that blue patches were found in his heart and lungs both internally and externally. Even internal bleeding had also occurred.
Sudipto, who was the student of political science of Rabindra Bharati University, died after he was detained by the police for the demonstration. The CPM alleged police brutality behind the student leader's death. The opposition demanded judicial probe into the incident. A case has also been filed against police on charges of abetment to culpable homicide.
However, police have been denying the allegations that Sudipto was tortured in police custody that led to his death.


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Much has been written about Jacques Israelievitch and his remarkable career since his untimely death on September 5, 2015. Instead of repeating his extensive biography, I want to write about him from the heart, as a dear friend and esteemed colleague. His wonderful qualities as a kind, gentle and spiritual man made him an extraordinary musician and artist. He was a loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather.
I loved the way he called his wife, Gabrielle, "angel" and held her hand. I loved the way he beamed with pride when speaking about his three sons and two grandchildren. I loved the way he cared about his students, musical friends and artists. I loved the way he Skyped his mother in France almost every time we rehearsed. I loved the way he always encouraged, supported and inspired me during concerts and recording.
As a musician, Jacques was always "on." When we met to sight-read for fun, he expected concert tempo. Every rehearsal and performance was expected to be at the highest artistic level. He knew when to push and be demanding as a concertmaster, soloist, collaborator and conductor. He was just as critical of himself, always expecting as much from himself as from others. I was fortunate enough to have also been soloist in two piano concerti with Jacques conducting. It was his strength, leadership, warmth and camaraderie that elevated all the performers.
What really made Jacques unique and stand out in my memory in these last few months, while facing such devastating illness, was his ability to continue performing at such an unbelievable level. We were in the midst of giving concerts and recording the complete Mozart violin and piano sonatas, all 28 of them, at York, when he learned about his illness. It didn't stop him. We also released a CD of Canadian repertoire on Centrediscs, Fancies and Interludes, which we had recorded live in one take a few years earlier. We gave a performance of selected works from the CD for the launch party on June 11 at the Canadian Music Centre. This was one of his last performances. Jacques had wanted to perform as much as possible in the last months. In spite of pain, Jacques never complained, never questioned, and made sure that every rehearsal, every concert was the best musical experience we could have.
Both of us were mad for Mozart and wanted to enjoy every opportunity to make music. He didn't even complain when the piano in a concert hall was digital. He said that we would concentrate on the marvellous Mozart. He told me, and his family, that this was the happiest summer of his life. He savoured every note, every phrase that he played. Jacques also made sure to play chamber music with as many friends as he could. He never lost his sense of humour, and our rehearsals were filled with joy and fun. If either of us made a mistake, we would laugh. He was never judgmental and we were both open to trying out new musical ideas. Never one to gossip, he still did enjoy a good story. During breaks, we would take turns venting or trading jokes. In spite of the extreme pain and fatigue, he insisted on finishing our marathon of recordings and our mood was bittersweet when we finished. He kept asking me to record more, even a few days before his death. He called this project our Mount Everest. What a gift and legacy these recordings will be. We played the sonatas with love and affection for Mozart, who has been in our souls and heart throughout. I couldn't have asked for a better musical partner or colleague. He cherished every musical line and nuance of the sonatas. It was inspired playing. Jacques and I appeared together July 11 at Chautauqua, performing the last four Mozart sonatas. Nobody realized that this would be his final concert. The experience was magical. His playing was moving, heartfelt, strong and always honest and true to the score.
It was so difficult to say goodbye to such a dear friend. Gradually, a sense of joy returned, as I became overwhelmed with the beauty of the music and Jacques' extraordinary playing. I realize now that we will never really lose him. His artistry and musicianship will live forever in his recordings and our memories of the wonderful person that was Jacques Israelievitch.


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This degree not only prepares students with the professional knowledge and skills to succeed in the hospitality industry, but also provides opportunities for growth and experience in that industry. Throughout a student's time in the program, students will focus on a set of hospitality courses including, but not limited to, guest services, food preparation, and sales.
What Can I Do with a Bachelor of Science in Hotel and Restaurant Management?
The hospitality industry is enormous. When you count everything from hotels, restaurants, and resorts to amusement parks, convention halls, stadiums, casinos, country clubs, and spas, you can understand why some consider hospitality/tourism/travel to be the world's largest industry. Government studies predict that over the next ten years, there will be a boom in management positions in lodging, food service, tourism, recreation, and sports facilities-twice the expected overall rate for employment growth.
At Northern Arizona University, you will have close access to faculty from one of the top hotel and restaurant management programs in the country. In a rigorous yet collaborative environment, you will immerse yourself in management courses, technical training, and liberal arts studies. Students are required to complete two semesters of a modern language and work 1200 hours in some capacity in a hospitality establishment. Supervised external internships are also available.
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Hospitality Administration (HA) courses, or courses offered in other professional schools, such as The W. A. Franke College of Business, 6 units must be upper-division coursework (300-400 level) working with your advisor to choose courses appropriate to your career goals. You may not use general electives to meet this requirement.
You must demonstrate proficiency in a modern language other than English that is equivalent to two terms of university coursework in the same language. You may satisfy this requirement by taking language courses or by testing out of all or part of it by taking CLEP exams arranged by Center for Business Outreach.


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A rare Jimi Hendrix-played Japanese sunburst electric has hit the auction block
By Richard Bienstock
The non-branded instrument, which Hendrix used in the early to mid-1960s, is offered at a starting bid of $50,000
(Image credit: David Redfern/Redferns / Kruse GWS Auctions)
We've seen some great guitar auctions lately, but it always gives us pause when an actual Jimi Hendrix-owned electric hits the market.
With that said, feast your eyes on this early 1960s Japanese sunburst electric guitar model, which, according to Jimi's brother, Leon Hendrix, was played by the legend in the early to mid '60s.
The double-cut electric, which does not have a brand name on the headstock, is currently being offered for sale by GWS Auctions, which states that Jimi began playing the instrument "shortly after he returned home from the U.S. Army in 1962.
(Image credit: Kruse GWS Auctions)
"After leaving Fort Campbell, Jimi moved to Clarksville, Tennessee for a short time where he played on the Chitlin' Circuit with the likes of Wilson Pickett, Slim Harpo, Sam Cooke, Ike and Tina Turner and Jackie Wilson before moving to Harlem, New York in early 1964 where he stayed until late 1966 playing venues such as Cafe Wha? and the Cheetah Club.
"Jimi moved to London in late 1966 and left this guitar in New York at the apartment of one of his best friends, where Leon [Hendrix] recalled seeing it many years later."
The guitar is in "well-loved condition," and is offered without strings. It comes with a letter of provenance from Leon Hendrix along with a copy of the above video interview, among other items.
Leon Hendrix is also willing to have a private lunch with the winning bidder, at the bidder's expense.
The guitar has a starting bid of $50,000. For more information, head to GWS Auctions (opens in new tab).
Richard Bienstock
Rich is the co-author of the best-selling Nöthin' But a Good Time: The Uncensored History of the '80s Hard Rock Explosion. He is also a recording and performing musician, and a former editor of Guitar World magazine and executive editor of Guitar Aficionado magazine. He has authored several additional books, among them Kurt Cobain: Montage of Heck, the companion to the documentary of the same name.

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Compass is a quest item in the Fallout: New Vegas add-on Honest Hearts.
A compass is a navigational instrument for determining direction relative to the Earth's magnetic poles. It consists of a magnetized pointer (usually marked on the North end) free to align itself with Earth's magnetic field. The compass greatly improved the safety and efficiency of travel, especially ocean travel.
It is obtained after finding and repairing it (with a repair skill of 30, using the nearby Compass sensor module, or taking it to a work bench) at the Crashed scout bus.
Both versions of the compass are quest items and therefore cannot be removed until given to Daniel.
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Active Equity ETFs to Target Opportunities, Limit Risks
Max Chen February 14, 2017
An actively managed exchange traded fund strategy may help investors access targeted opportunities while diminishing risk exposure in an extended bull run that has stretched valuations in many segments of the market.
On the recent webcast (available on-demand for CE Credit), All-Star Manager Chris Davis Discusses His Top Ideas and New ETF Strategy, Christopher Davis, Chairman and Portfolio Manager of Davis Advisors, warned of the many unknowns that could weigh on an investor's portfolio. For instance, real gross domestic product growth has varied widely from the average of professional forecasters.
With the Federal Reserve eyeing interest rate normalization ahead, the markets have not showed a good track record in predicting the changes. Since 1982, the six month average forecasted direction of short-term interest rates were incorrect 64% of the time, compared to the actual direction of interest rates.
Given the number of unknowns, Davis argued that investors should focus on the specifics and data that is readily available. For instance, investors can look to the price compared to value in U.S. markets or focus on leaders in non-U.S. markets.
Opportunities can not be found in the average company in our current market environment. Instead, you have to be selective, Davis said. After a multi-year bull run, investors may be more at risk in traditional passive, index-based strategies. Passive funds have no valuation discipline and will overweight companies and sectors that have outperformed.
On the other hand, Davis argued that active managers can find opportunities, even with markets at all time highs. For instance, global leaders that are trading at relatively cheap valuations, such as United Technologies and Johnson Controls. Other underappreciated companies that are undervalued, like J.P. Morgan Chase & Co and Visa. Areas of growth that could lead to tomorrow's blue chips, including Google and Amazon. Lastly, national giants in emerging economies, such as Naspers.
In a survey of financial advisors who attended the webcast, 58.5% of respondents revealed they expect active strategies to outperform in 2017.
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A new study published in natures journal, Translational Psychiatry, suggest neurological reasons why people with Anorexia and Bulimia Nervosa are able to override the urge to eat.
The researchers found that the normal patterns of appetite stimulation in the brain are effectively reversed in those with eating disorders. Rather than the hypothalamus, a brain region involved in regulating appetite, driving motivation to eat, signals from other brain parts override the hypothalamus.
The study involved 26 healthy women and 26 women with eating disorders. Using brain scans, the researchers examined how both groups reacted to tasting a sugary solution.
They found that those with anorexia or bulimia had widespread alterations in the structure of brain pathways governing taste-reward and appetite regulation. These alterations were in the white matter, which coordinates communication between different parts of the brain. In people with eating disorders,the pathways to the hypothalamus were significantly weaker and the direction of information went in the opposite direction, as to those without an eating disorder.
As a result of these alterations, people with eating disorders, may be able to override the hypothalamus and fend off the signals to eat.
Researchers now suggest that being afraid to eat certain foods, sweet things as a fear to gaining weight, could impact the taste-reward processing mechanisms in the brain which could then reduce the influence of the hypothalamus.
Future research in this area will look at children to see when the alterations begin to form, and to potentially create a mechanisms to stop this happening.


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FATIMA, Portugal, MAY 13, 2001 (Zenit.org).- More than 600,000 people crowded the Marian shrine here on the 84th anniversary of the first of the 1917 apparitions of the Blessed Virgin.
Today also marked the first anniversary of the beatification of Jacinta and Francisco Marto, two of the three young shepherds who saw the apparitions, and the revelation of the third part of the Fatima "secret."
Today's celebration was presided over by Cardinal Antonio María Rouco Varela, archbishop of Madrid and president of the Spanish bishops' conference.
Authorities planned strict security for the event, Reuters reported. Cardinal Ruoco is an outspoken critic of the Basque separatist group ETA. This year's Fatima anniversary coincided with regional elections in Spain's Basque Country, where ETA has been fighting for an independent homeland for 30 years.
The cardinal's itinerary was kept secret, and Fatima sources said security today would be as tight as it was during last year's visit by Pope John Paul II.


A new and simple fabrication technique is reported for the UV inscription of intrinsically apodized chirped fibre gratings at an arbitrary Bragg wavelength employing a single chirped phase-mask in a scanning Talbot interferometer set-up. Chirped gratings have been successfully produced over a large wavelength range and with bandwidths up to 5 nm. These gratings exhibit the time-delay response of a small ripple effect. In the present paper a comparison with previously reported fabrication methods is given, showing the advantages and disadvantages of the different methods.


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Game Commander MX By John "Award" Del Percio, June 28, 2000
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I was rather impressed with the package itself. High quality packaging, comparative to any game developer (in fact, the box and the inside cardboard reminded me suspiciously of Activision's work...it makes you wonder). It did have a jewel case (shrink-wrapped no less!) for the CD. It also includes an extensive, well-written manual detailing every portion of the program, and even they "why's" of it all (Not that I read too much of it, as it is also presented in online documentation, which I happen to prefer in many cases). The best part, however was the rather nice microphone included in the box: a Labtec LVA-7331, one of the nicer microphones on the market. It is a headset mic, and (aside from my apparently oddly shaped head, as the darn thing doesn't fit on correctly, unless I place the pads on my temples, and have the band draping loosely on the top of my head), has one of the highest success rates of any mic I tested, and sure beats my old one (cheap $3 boom mic).
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I finally got the package opened and ran the installer. I was mildly disappointed at having to reboot the system for install (one of the many flaws of Windows, I always cross my fingers and hope the system comes back up), but it installed quite painlessly. One of the nicest features of Game Commander is that it is speaker independent. Instead of simply matching stored waves for similar peaks, as many speech "recognition" programs do, this one's engine actually compares syllable sounds to what it determines a certain blending of letters should sound like. Similar in fashion to "emacspeak" for the Emacs text editor for (xNIX operating systems, as well as a port to Windows), or the old apple speech synthesizer which converted text to speech (Mindmaker, the company who makes Game Commander also has a similar product for Windows), Game Commander works in reverse, synthesizing speech to text, and comparing it to the accurate command. Speaker independence, not only means that you don't have to reconfigure it for every user, but the best part is that there are no training sessions to sit through; everything is ready to go! It is also highly configurable, including the ability to train it for certain problem commands. You add your new commands simply by typing them in, (users familiar with any xNIX OS should feel right at home with the configuration of commands, as it very nicely follows the macro setup). Possibly the feature that makes it the most extensible is the template library on the GC website. User submitted templates are stored there, so you can just download and go for many games and demos.
So, naturally, the first game I tested was the Klingon Academy single player demo I still happened to have installed from several months ago. My first impressions with it were not as high as I had hoped. I used a template from the template library, and only altered one or two commands. In-game, many commands were not being processed, at all, or other things kept happening. I switched out to the GC console and ran a test. Sure enough, it was confusing many commands for others. Then again, it could just be me, right? I am fairly new to it, and the learning curve for voice recognition is never the easiest one in the world. We're still light-years away from the Star Trek computing model of "Computer: is crewman Doe onboard? 'Crewman Doe is not onboard' Are there any other crewmen onboard with similar expertise? 'Affirmative, Crewman Doe2 has similar specifications'". This surely wouldn't be quite that easy.
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The greenback and its top peers were momentarily calm ahead of an important look at the health of the world's biggest economy. The U.S. unit was on track for its first weekly gain in three weeks ahead of data that's forecast to show hiring accelerated last month. Ahead of the 8:30 a.m. ET release of the December jobs report, the dollar alternated between small gains and losses against the euro, sterling and Canadian dollar. Forecasts suggest hiring accelerated by 400,000 last month, as the tally was collected before the big late month spike in the Omicron variant of the coronavirus. A strong print would validate forecasts of the Fed raising rates as soon as March, a scenario seen as dollar positive. The loonie and other oil currencies were buoyed by instability in oil-producer Kazakhstan. Slower hiring and steady unemployment are in the cards for Canada's jobs report today.
Canada's dollar rose after better than expected hiring north of the border kept the Bank of Canada on track to raise interest rates early this year. Canada added 54,700 jobs in December which was roughly twice as strong as forecasts of a gain of 27,500. Brisk hiring, which came entirely from the more important full-time jobs, nudged unemployment to new pandemic lows of 5.9%. The door is seen as wide open for the BOC to raise rates as soon as its Jan. 26 gathering.
The U.S. dollar was mostly steady following a mixed snapshot of America's job market at the end 2021. The U.S. economy added a disappointing 199,000 jobs in December which compared to forecasts of a gain of 400,000. That marked a second straight month of subpar hiring. Yet while tepid, hiring last month was strong enough to lower unemployment to fresh pandemic lows of 3.9%. Consequently, March is still considered a live meeting for the Fed to raise interest rates.
Sterling was on track for a narrow weekly gain against the greenback ahead of the release of America's monthly jobs report. The pound caught a bounce this week as the government said it wouldn't resort to new restrictions to tackle the Omicron variant which bodes better for the economy and kept the door open for the Bank of England to raise interest rates next month.
The euro seesawed around a key threshold against the greenback with downside checked by record hot inflation across the 19-nation euro zone. Europe's inflation problem intensified in record fashion last month when consumer prices jumped 5%, versus forecasts to slow to 4.7% from the previous record of 4.9% in November. High inflation can be positive for a currency as it suggests a country's central bank may need to lift interest rates. Yet the ECB is of the firm belief that inflation should recede in the months ahead, a scenario that, if correct, would allow it to maintain ultra-low borrowing rates to bolster the recovery.


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The authors begin by helping you refine your competitive positioning by clarifying "What am I selling to whom?" and "Why do they care?" Next, they guide you through the fundamentals of demand generation via public relations, social media, viral marketing, advertising, distribution, and marketing-enabled sales. Finally, they provide you with valuable tips on how to secure the right human capital resources to build the team you need to succeed. Each of these core concepts is illustrated with real-world anecdotes that provide fresh insights into traditional marketing concepts.
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The PTR isn't quite up yet, but Blizzard released preliminary 5.3 patch notes today for deployment on the World of Warcraft test servers. Highlights so far include a new PvP Arena, a new PvP Battleground, four new Scenarios and the introduction of heroic Scenarios. This last one is interesting as it will reward not only Valor Points, but Raid Finder-level gear.
On the subject of gear rewards, if you don't need the gear reward for your spec, you can now also change what spec the rewards are tailored for by right clicking on your portrait and choosing the option from the drop down. This will affect your rewards from bonus rolls, Raid Finder and Pandarian quest rewards.
Speaking of bonus rolls. Tired of using your Elder Charms and still coming up with bupkis? New technology will give you better chance of success every time you fail to reduce long unlucky streaks.
PvE gear upgrade NPCs are back and it will now cost less to use their services: 250 valor per 4 item levels instead of 750 valor. Justice-based upgrades are reduced to 750 points per 8 item levels. PvP gear is going through a big overhaul that the notes promised will be more thoroughly explained in a later blog post. But the gist of it is that PvP gear iLvls are being normalized and Arenas, Battlegrounds and Rated Battlegrounds will have minimum iLvl requirements. Resilience is being removed from all PvP gear and everyone is going to have a base of 65% resilience.
Much more detail to come as Blizzard updates the patch notes. As Blizzard has said previously, this patch will be more about small changes and quality of life improvements. Patch 5.4 will have more raid content.


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Middle East homeland security revenues to double by 2022
Saudi Arabia and UAE dominate regional market as global players respond to growing demand at Intersec 2018
Dubai, UAE: The Middle East homeland security market is on course for significant growth over the next five years, with revenues more than doubling in value from an estimated US$9.6 billion in 2017 to US$19.7 billion by 2022, new research has revealed.
According to analysts Frost & Sullivan (F&S), the regional homeland security market, comprising monitoring and surveillance systems, restricted entry systems, and perimeter security solutions, will grow annually by 15.5 percent between 2017 and 2022, fuelled by security investments in major infrastructure projects and the ongoing expansion in the building and construction industry.
The growth is particularly evident in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), as governments prepare to bolster internal security measures in preparation for large-scale global events such as the Dubai Expo 2020.
Saudi Arabia and the UAE dominate the regional market according to F&S, with Saudi holding a 45 percent share of revenue in 2017 (US$4.3 billion) followed by the UAE with a 16.6 percent share (US$1.6 billion).
Demand is high for integrated solutions, with regional governments prioritising public safety and security of critical assets. In response, global players are lining up their latest wares at Intersec 2018, the world's leading trade fair for security, safety and fire protection.
The 20th edition of the three-day event takes place from 21-23 January 2018 at Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre, and features a Homeland Security & Policing Section.
More than 100 of the 1,300-plus exhibitors will showcase their frontline range of products and solutions at the dedicated show section, from airport security technology, armoured vehicles and Special Forces equipment to electronics, surveillance and detection systems.
"Vulnerability of large infrastructure has been a matter of concern for Middle East governments, prompting investment toward enhancing homeland security," said Ahmed Pauwels, CEO of Intersec's organiser Messe Frankfurt Middle East.
"Internal police forces and public infrastructure projects, including street utilities, public car parking, stadiums, roads and buildings, will create huge demand as regional countries, especially in the GCC, look to create a smart and secure environment.
"For its part, Intersec has served as an unmatched business facilitator and networking platform for the international safety and security community for the last two decades. The exhibition has proved to be a popular launch pad for many security solutions in use today that ensure the safety and security of society and citizens," he added.
According to F&S, monitoring and surveillance will account for the largest share of the Middle East homeland security market, and is estimated to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 16.5 percent to reach US$9.5 billion by 2022, from US$4.4 billion in 2017.
Ironically, a notable Homeland Security & Policing exhibitor at Intersec 2018 specialises in counter surveillance; Research Electronics International (REI), has designed and manufactured technical security equipment to protect against illicit information theft and corporate espionage for more than 30 years.
The US-headquartered company will showcase a suite of portable technical surveillance countermeasures equipment that quickly detects electronic surveillance devices including hidden cameras and microphones, eavesdropping bugs, and other transmitters.
Michael Scantland, International Sales Manager of REI said due to the sensitive nature of the counter surveillance industry, the discovery of illicit eaves-dropping devices is not universally shared.
"Wrongful exposure of sensitive information including merger or acquisition planning, financial projections, or executive behaviour can severely harm an organisation," said Scantland. "The mere perception of compromised information can lead to stock decline, negative publicity, damaged business relationships, and loss of customer confidence.
"From a counter surveillance perspective, there's a growing trend where traditional eavesdropping techniques are coupling with advanced technology to create a greater threat. Examples include GSM-modified wireless keyloggers, Wi-FI IP cameras, and security cameras being hacked using malware and infrared light. As technology advances, these trends will continue," Scantland added.
According to F&S, upcoming stadiums for the Qatar World Cup 2022 and public transportation projects are set to boost the Middle East Homeland Security market's restricted entry systems segment from US$3.14 billion in 2017 to US$6.18 billion in 2022, growing at a CAGR of 14.5 percent.
Backed by several cultural and political infrastructure projects, especially in Saudi, perimeter security solutions will also double in size, growing at a CAGR of 14.8 percent, from US$2 billion in 2017 to US$4 billion in 2022.
That will come as good news for Russian manufacturer RADIOBARRIER, which will introduce at Intersec 2018 its Autonomous Perimeter Security System, an Unattended Ground Sensor-based system for area surveillance and perimeter protection for zones with no power and communication infrastructure.
CEO Ravil Kalimulin said RADIOBARRIER is an ideal security solution for a wide range of public and commercial applications, from oil well clusters, refineries, nuclear plants and power towers, to remote facilities, military and air bases.
"RADIOBARRIER is currently supplied to 25 countries and is securing more the 7,500 km worldwide," said Kalimulin. "Intersec 2018 has been selected as a universal platform to showcase our products in the Middle East and North African region focusing on homeland security and infrastructure protection and to open up the new niche for us.
"We are at the demonstration stage in the region at that moment, but we're sure that our system is in high demand and would be used in coming projects in the region very soon."
Elsewhere, another USA based manufacturer Gatekeeper will shine the spotlight on its of Automatic Under Vehicle Inspection (AUVIS) systems as well as both Automatic License Plate Readers (ALPR) and Driver-focused (DriverCam) camera systems.
Christopher Millar, CEO of Gatekeeper, said the versatility of its products, inclusive of the overall solutions provided, means its target markets are varied and wide.
"This is inclusive of everything from oil and gas sectors to sea and airports to critical infrastructure projects, as well as numerous other sectors," said Millar.
"We've noticed an active change in the market for which customers and consumers are looking for pre-existing or new screening technologies that work automatically. This feature alone is what Gatekeeper prides itself on, in which we apply automated solutions to each and every one of our products."
Also looking to make an impact with its Long Range motorised zoom lenses and fixed focal length lenses is VS Technology from Japan. The company designs and manufactures a range of over 500 machine vision lenses as well as a complete range of customised lenses. VS Technology's Yamano Security Lens division also manufacturers some of the world's highest quality CCTV lenses.
Tatsushi Oda, Managing Director of VST Europe, said: "The main reason for exhibiting at Intersec is to improve our presence in the market. In addition, it's a great opportunity to showcase our product range in one of the biggest security exhibitions worldwide.
"We'll demonstrate our recently developed long range motorised zoom lenses, and at the same time, we'll show off our near Infrared as well as short wave Infrared fixed focal length lenses for the first time. These can be used in Facial recognition or number plate recognition systems."
Intersec 2018 will occupy 60,000 sqm across 13 halls, with the show's other six sections covering Commercial Security, Fire & Rescue, Perimeter & Physical Security, Information & Cyber Security, Safety & Health, and Smart Home & Building Automation.
New developments include a Drones Pavilion and an indoor Drone Zone, while returning features include the Safety Design in Buildings Pavilion in the Fire & Rescue section, as well as an Outdoor Demonstration Zone of the latest fire rescue applications in action.
A comprehensive three-day conference programme will be spearheaded by Dubai's Security Industry Regulatory Agency (SIRA) Forum, while other topics will cover cyber security, drones, artificial intelligence, commercial security, and fire protection.
Intersec 2018 is held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, and supported by the Dubai Police, Dubai Civil Defence, the Dubai Police Academy, SIRA, and the Dubai Municipality.
More information is available at: www.intersecexpo.com.


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Jaws 2: The Three Amigos
It's summer and that means sequels. So – not because it was extraordinarily well-received or critically acclaimed – but simply because…here is the follow-up to some observations about the movie Jaws…
When we left off, Chief Brody and Hooper had performed a shark autopsy and headed out into the night in Hooper's sloop, hoping to find the shark.
Brody was liquored to the gills and Hooper was munching down pretzels like he had an endorsement deal…
49:55 As Brody continues to hit the sauce, he and Hooper get to know each other. Then, they come across Ben Gardner's partially submerged boat.
I don't know if any scene was discussed more the next day at school by my friends and me than Ben's head drifting out of the hole in the boat's hull.
(none of us probably admitting how much the scene had freaked us out)
50:30 The mayor's back! And he's wearing the sports jacket adorned with a pattern of tiny anchors. If I was the head of state for some small, island nation, I would strongly consider making that jacket the national garb for state functions and our Olympic team.
1:01:32 The shark arrives. And this time, it's not some chick skinny-dipping that meets a briny demise but a Kennedy. I mean, the fellow in the rowboat with the tousled hair, ruddy complexion, and Boston accent made me think of pictures, news footage, and movie portrayels I had seen of John and Bobby.
Of course, I was in second grade when I first saw Jaws and had never known anyone from New England. I associated that accent with no one but the Kennedy clan.
1:05:12 The mayor signs off on contracting Quint to kill the shark. He's in a different sports jacket (no less garish) and he's chain-smoking Pall Malls…in a hospital.
The '70s were truly a madcap time.
1:07:40 "I'm talkin' about workin' for a livin' – I'm talkin' about sharkin'"
Quint serves Brody some homemade hooch – I never realized what a boozehound the Chief is – and quizzes Hooper on knot-tying.
Quint is awesome.
I had an Uncle who, as a kid, put me on edge the same way Quint does in this flick.
Uncle Bud had a boat, but he spent his time "catfishin'" and pounding beers like he was Brody, punctuating every sentence with a point of a finger and his repeated mantra, "Know what I mean?"
I rarely did.
10:09:25 As the gear is loaded onto the Orca, I wonder what happened to the stubby, little fellow that was Quint's sidekick earlier in the movie.
(he probably pissed Quint off and Quint had him keel-hauled)
1:11:16 Brody might have a drinking problem, but he's got cajones going out to sea with Quint.
1:13:19 Brody's chumming the water and Quint is pounding back a can of Narragansett. This was of particular interest to me when I first saw the movie as I had the same can in my beer can collection.
(seriously, the '70s were zany)
1:20:53 "Hooper drives the boat," Quint bellows, ending Brody's whining about being ordered to throw out more chum. Hooper, meanwhile is playing solitaire, provoking Quint to bark at him to "stop playing with yourself."
I'm going to have to check if there is a deleted version of this scene in which Quint clinks Brody and Hooper's heads together like it's a Three Stooges short (and, then, he keel-hauls the two).
1:21:22 "You're gonna need a bigger boat."
I wasn't listening to much music at the time, but had I been listening thirty-five years ago – when Jaws had just arrived in theaters – here are four songs that were on Billboard 's chart during this week in 1975…
Alice Cooper – Only Women Bleed
from Welcome To My Nightmare (1975)
My all-time greatest arch-enemy has to have been my third-grade teacher. More days than not, the two of us were at odds. She was an Alice Cooper fan. I'm not sure if that was why I never bothered with Alice Cooper's music or rather because during the '80s – my musically formative years – he wasn't on top of his game.
But I've gained a greater appreciation for Cooper's catalog in recent years and the somber Only Women Bleed was not only a big hit for him, but the poignant ballad must have thrown long-time fans when it arrived (though, should anyone been surprised at the time by anything Alice did?)
Paul McCartney & Wings – Listen To What The Man Said
from All The Best (1987)
I know McCartney got a lot of flack in the '70s for putting out fluff. Do people toss Listen To What The Man Said into that bin?
Maybe it is fluff, but so is cotton candy. And who doesn't love cotton candy?
Actually, I don't. But, I do love this song. It's charming, sweet, sunny, and utterly delightful. It's hard to be bummed out if it's playing.
It also makes me think of the summer of '75 when Listen To What The Man Said is one song which I do remember hearing and hearing often at the pool.
Melissa Manchester – Midnight Blue
from The Essence Of Melissa Manchester (1997)
I think I know Midnight Blue and You Should Hear How She Talks About You, if asked to name songs by Melissa Manchester. And, she did a song a friend had written on one of her '90s albums.
Still, I've noted that there seems to be a lot of her albums in used vinyl racks I've trolled. And I did hear Midnight Blue on the radio in '75, usually during breakfast when my mom had tuned into our small town's station.
Mike Post – The Rockford Files
Mike Post has written about a billion television themes.
I don't recall watching The Rockford Files as a kid, at least not more than an occasional episode. Finding some old television schedules from the years on I see that there were shows that aired opposite that got the television time in our house – shows like Hawaii Five-O and The Incredible Hulk.
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Eating Bacon With Paul McCartney*
I'm not sure what I meant with this title. It's simply something written on a Post-It note where I've scribbled ideas.
I do like bacon, though.
I sometimes believe that if the possible consequences of climate change included a threat to the supply of bacon – as opposed to less exciting possibilities like famine, strife, war, and environmental destruction – there would be a great public outcry here in the West.
There would be such an effort put forth to protecting our pork, it would make the Marshall Plan seem like putting together a model railroad countryside.
But eating bacon with Paul McCartney seems like a unlikely event as I believe that Sir Paul is a devout vegetarian. Would I be willing to eat tofu or some other non-bacon bacon to dine with a Beatle?
I do know that the titular phrase came from a comment during conversation between Paloma and me. I asked her if she recalled what I now refer to as The Paul McCartney/Bacon Conversation, but she claims no recollection.
I suppose it was a rather unusual conversation and it now appears to be lost forever.
(I saw something similar on an episode of Seinfeld)
This babble leads me to some songs by Paul McCartney, but I had to do a search to see if I had any bacon music. I have none.
(which is unfortunate)
As for Sir Paul, I must confess that I am most familiar with his post-Beatles' hits and I should become more acquainted with the full albums.
Also, as my late dog's vet is a friend of Sir Paul (as well as an old co-worker), the possibility of eating bacon with McCartney might not be so far-fetched.
Here are four songs by Paul McCartney…
Paul McCartney & Wings – Band On The Run
from Wingspan
Still one of my favorite songs of McCartney's post-Beatle output. Band On The Run is a bit darker and less frothy than a lot of his stuff and it's made darker still as I very much associate it with its use in the movie The Killing Fields.
from All The Best
Let 'Em In appeared on Wings At The Speed Of Sound and the All-Music Guide review refers to the song – as well as Silly Love Songs – as "so lightweight that their lack of substance seems nearly defiant."
Substanceless defiance aside, Let 'Em In reminds me of a childhood friend who had the 45. The only other 45 which I remember him having was The Pretenders' Brass In Pocket which he mistakenly bought for the b-side, Space Invader, thinking it was a similarly titled novelty song about the video game which was popular at the time.
Paul McCartney – Take It Away
from Tug Of War
By 1982, music had become a major part of my life and Paul McCartney had reunited with the legendary Sir George Martin for his album Tug Of War. I was fairly ambivalent about the much-maligned Ebony And Ivory which was inescapable on radio during that spring.
I was equally ambivalent about Tug Of War's second single, Take It Away, when it proved inescapable during that summer. Looking back, the song was likely a bit too sophisticated for my undeveloped ears but now I can appreciate it as a delightful pop gem.
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Please Put The Laser Down
I half-heartedly and groggily took in the yammerings of the assembly-line spokesperson.
He was a freshly-scrubbed fellow and his casual, yet completely unrumpled attire made it obvious that he could be trusted. He was just one of the guys, hanging out on my television, yipping and yapping.
It must have been Saturday morning and I was channel-surfing for something that would allow me to ease into consciousness with coffee.
(morning is an extremely confusing time for me…seriously)
Why I would have paused where I did is inexplicable. Perhaps I had momentarily abandoned the remote to light a smoke.
It was an infomercial from our cable provider touting some new, wonderful feature that would have pop-ups pop up for products and, with a click of the control, I would be able to pause my viewing and be provided with more information on some product or service.
The psychotically pleasant spokesman presented this new effort in the onslaught to commercialize each and every waking moment of my life as something to be applauded and celebrated.
I lit the damned cigarette, swigged some coffee, and with all of the vigor I could muster in my still-sleepy state, remotely banished this Stepford huckster from the screen.
(some Three Stooges cleansed the mental palette quite nicely)
I forgot about witnessing this ad for more ads.
Until tonight.
There, during a commercial break, the bottom third of the screen was filled with an offer for more information on the service being advertised. All necessary for me to be learn about my options for laser hair removal was to hit "OK" on the remote.
I don't mean to sound ungracious. This truly is the land of opportunity and I'm genuinely choked up that total strangers are so concerned that I might have hair needing to be removed.
It's just that I'm requiring nothing more this moment than to slouch on the couch and watch Indiana Jones overcome obstacles and battle Nazis. Laser-hair removal is not on the radar.
I might be often inert, but when I make a decision and action needs to be taken – it's time to make a sandwich! – I take it.
So rest assured good people slaving tirelessly to laser remove my hair, if I need your services, I will get in touch.
Blue Öyster Cult invented the laser in '76, though it wasn't for hair removal but, rather, for the band's lightshow on its Agents Of Fortune tour.
(or, maybe the laser was designed for the US' bicentennial hullabaloo that year – it's really impossible to know for sure)
Agents Of Fortune wouldn't come out until May, but here are four songs that I might have heard on the radio in April of 1976 (had I been listening to the radio as an eight-year old)…
Queen – Bohemian Rhapsody
from Greatest Hits
How did listeners react to hearing Queen's iconic Bohemian Rhapsody for the first time in the spring of '76?
Were they completely baffled? Were they spellbound and delighted? Did it immediately resonate with listeners or did they need repeated hearings of the track before it clicked?
I did some quick research and found that, at the time of Bohemian Rhapsody's release, Queen had only had a few hits in the UK and one lone hit in the States (that would be Killer Queen).
Was the band in any danger of being labeled a novelty?
Fleetwood Mac – Rhiannon
I realized some years ago while listening to Fleetwood Mac's box set The Chain that there is little by the band – from the early Peter Green stuff through their time as a commercial juggernaut – that I don't enjoy.
That said, I've always been relatively indifferent about Stevie Nicks' signature song. Mostly, when I hear Rhiannon, I hear a friend who would croak, "I'm a witch, I'm a witch," whenever the song came on the radio.
Andrea True Connection – More, More, More
Anyone that has ever come across one of those VH1 retrospective shows on the '70s is well aware that Andrea True was an adult film actress from the period. According to Wikipedia, True recorded the breathy More, More, More while stuck in Jamaica during a political crisis.
Of course, the song gained renewed attention twenty years later when the Canadian band Len sampled More, More, More in their delightful 1999 hit Steal My Sunshine.
Paul McCartney & Wings – Silly Love Songs
Though I wasn't hip to much music in '76, I vividly remember Silly Love Songs. The breezy little song seemed to be played constantly at the pool where I spent a lot of time that summer.
More than three decades later, I still associate Silly Love Songs with warm weather and the song's mellow vibe and infectious melody suits the season well.
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Dragana Skenderija is an activist from Bosnia and Herzegovina. Her organization is called "Center for environment" (Centar za zivotnu sredinu) and she has been active in the Youth network for River Action group since 2016. The main reason why she participated is her love for the rivers, and because she sees so many problems in the Balkans with dams and hydropower plants. Her maxim: Freedom for all rivers around the world.
She reports to us the situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina, through a one-year journey on actions for river protection.
Last year was very turbulent when talking about the fight for river protection.
In May there was a public debate for the river Ljuta, where four organizations took part and were defending opinion that the river Ljuta must remain an untouched wild river.
On 5th of June on the occasion of World Environment Day and the Day of the River Sana, the Coalition for Sana organized a protest for the seventh year in a row at the spring of this beautiful river. The Coalition again appeals that the sources of Sana should be preserved, despite the construction of the hydroelectric power plant "Medna". Coalition for Sana, consisting of 23 associations of nature and sport lovers, together with the Municipality of Ribnik, has been trying for years to prevent this crime against nature and citizens.
Investor of "LSB Elektrane" from Banja Luka under the aegis of "Interenergo" d.o.o. Ljubljana owned by the Austrian-German company Kelag International, is building a small hydroelectric power plant "Medna" at the very spring of the Sana River. After all the arguments that we have been emphasizing over eight years, the Coalition for Sana in 2016 prepared the Economic Justification Study, thus proving the economic impediment of this project and the negative financial effect of the budget of the Municipality and Republika Srpska in the amount of over one million marks (BAM).
In July, Center for Environment, at the biggest water event in Europe – racing on the Drina river, organized an action dedicated to the protection of this river and life in it.
About 20,000 participants went on boats and traditional wooden rafts down this beautiful river. At this year's event, associations of nature lovers and fishermen protested together against the construction of hydroelectric power plants that pose a threat to all Balkan countries. The Drina is the most important natural habitat for the huchen, globally endangered fish species, which can reach up to 1.5 m in length. The Drina is under threat of building nine new large hydro power plants, including the Buk Bijela project.
The Idbar dam was built in 1959 in the valley below Prenj mountain, in the territory of Konjic, in order to stop the deposit in the Jablanicko lake. The effort eventually resulted in nothing except in losing a lot of money: the dam broke soon after the commissioning of the dam. Now Bascica river flows through it, the water has won against the dam. When the dam was built, no one expected that the river Bascica would be so strong, and that the water would accumulate at such a high speed, until it began to overflow.fter what, there was a crack in the a dam which could have had catastrophic impacts. Townspeople said that only them knew how this river dangerous could be. However, no one believed them.
Also in July we symbolically painted the dam Idbar on the river Bašćica, which for decades has reminded us of the helplessness of man over nature and the consequences of unplanned construction.
Something unexpected happened in August. In the dawn of the night in the village of Kruščica near Vitez, the special police forcefully dispersed the demonstrators, some of whom ended up with serious injuries. Demonstrators did not resist or provoke, but the police responded by physically removing the demonstrators, thus securing passage of construction machinery across the bridge. After the removal of the demonstrators, many were detained and criminal investigations were conducted over and many of them turned to the clinic for medical assistance.This is yet another proof that citizens of Bosnia and Herzegovina are not protected by institutions and that such monstrous events can happen even to women and children. Citizens of Kruščica defend their right to a healthy environment and the right to water, as their basic human right, while the main motivation for investors and those who protect their interests is purely profit.
New project for construction of hydro power plants is planned on the river Vrbas. A large number of residents said that they did not want a new hydroelectric power plant on Vrbas and that they would not give their land for the construction of this hydroelectric power plant. They are aware that they do not benefit from the already existing hydroelectric power plants "Bocac 1" and "Bocac 2" which are under construction, so they will not benefit from this hydroelectric power plant either, but only suffer.
The fight for the rescue and protection of the river Vrbas just begins.


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I am very excited to announce and showcase the winning entries in our 1st Annual Healing Stories Creative Writing Contest. I encourage everyone to read their poems and short stories, and experience the learning laboratory in humanistic health that these young writers have shared.
I hope through these creative writings, you find inspiration in sharing your own story with us.
Students from six HBCUs (Fayetteville State, Grambling State, Howard, Lincoln, Morgan State, and North Carolina A& T) submitted eighteen entries in the categories of poetry and short fiction. Click on the title to read the winning entries.
In "Leaving Home," the writer pays lots of attention to detail and avoids the little oversights a less experienced poet might have. In addition to a great economy of words and the use of beautiful and musical language, the poem employs a regular rhyme scheme without the triteness of a nursery rhyme. The imagery is strong, and it helps the poem deal with the shifting nature of reality, and ultimately, loss. The poem bears witness to the pain and loss, thereby offering its own kind of healing.
"Waiting for the Cure" masterfully addresses the subject of the culture of fear about seeking medical treatment and the attempt to subvert the reader's expectations about the "condition" – the fear of treatment being the problem, not the diagnosis. Its voice is strong and clear and critical without being judgmental. The strength of this poem rests in the writer's ability to communicate a legacy of trauma around "treatment" in so few words.
"Dear Ancestors, Please, Get Well Soon" conveys an intimacy in tone and form. The writer's treatment of generational trauma and pain is intriguing, as it the suggested need for holistic healing. The poem's address to the ancestors suggests that healing is possible across space and time.
"King of Kings" is deeply imbued with emotion and tenderness without being overly sentimental. It captures a range of human emotion and experiences as it depicts pain, illness, and loss. Most striking is its treatment of healing. Within the portraiture of terminal illness, where there is no possibility of healing for the patient, the narrative also offers an idea of emotional healing for those afflicted in other ways (in this case the surviving family). In many ways, the story is about the numerous other things that ail us as people, as families, or fissured family units, and it explores the paradox of healing through loss. It's a wonderfully touching piece. The use of the "king" motif is impressively sustained.
"What Pains You" is filled with resonant imagery and beautiful metaphors. While the narrative is, at times, unclear in terms of voice, the ambiguity and haze adds to the supernatural elements and theme present throughout. The story, in subtle ways, offers a look at unconventional modes of healing and other ways of knowing. More importantly, it forces a look at the tension between holistic and conventional approaches, and it engages a community's treatment of that tension. The story, however briefly, opens up a space for that binary to be troubled.


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Hampton Watercraft & Marine acquires Long Island marina
Hampton Watercraft & Marine said it purchased its newest marina on Seatuck Cove in Eastport, N.Y.
Trade Only Today Editors
Hampton Watercraft & Marine acquired a marina in Eastport, N.Y., that has 100 slips and can haul boats as large as 60 feet.
Hampton Watercraft said the new marina is a full-service facility with 5 acres, 100 slips and the equipment to haul boats as large as 60 feet. It has certified marine technicians and sales staff and offers in-water dockage, valet services, winter storage, gas and diesel fuel, and a ship's store with watersports accessories, ice, bait and tackle.
As at its Hampton Bays and Westhampton Beach locations, Hampton Watercraft will represent Boston Whaler, MasterCraft, Key West Boats and Tiara Yachts in Eastport.
Hampton Watercraft said the business was founded by Tony Villareale in 1990 after years of running his own boat detailing service. His brother Joe joined the business two years later and it now has three locations on eastern Long Island, with marinas in Hampton Bays and Eastport and a showroom location in Westhampton Beach.
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LOS ANGELES, April 15, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Schall Law Firm, a national shareholder rights litigation firm, announces that it is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Establishment Labs Holdings Inc. ("Establishment Labs" or "the Company") (NASDAQ: ESTA) for violations of §§10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and Rule 10b-5 promulgated thereunder by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
The investigation focuses on whether the Company issued false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose information pertinent to investors. Seeking Alpha published an article about Establishment Labs on April 10, 2019, titled, "Establishment Labs: Troubling Conflicts And Financial Red Flags." The articled alleged that "big red flags are apparent in [Establishment Labs'] accounting in the form of near-zero product return allowance, extremely high levels of inventory, several going concern clauses, a peripatetic CEO and a physically detached CFO." The article also alleged, "may have supplied the SEC and investors with misleading information." Based on these allegations, shares of Establishment Labs fell sharply the same day.


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For example:
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The Cavan senior footballers will know their new manager ahead of the 2019 season next week according to the Irish Examiner.
The Breffni blues have been on the lookout for a new manager following the departure of Mattie McGlennan who stepped down from the role just over a month ago after his two year tenure came to an end. The news boss was said to be Jason O'Reilly from the Cavan Gaels club but he has since withdrawn his interest in the role and the Irish Examiner have reported that the job is now down to a three horse race.
The three people which are said to be interested in the role include the former Cavan minor boss Mickey Graham, who has led Mullinalaghta to two Longford senior football titles in the last few years. He is the current favourite to take up the job. Michael McDermott from the Ramor United club is also set to be interested in the role, while former Armagh player Aidan O'Rourke is also set to be linked to the job.
It remains to be seen if any of that trio get the job or if a dark horse will emerge in the coming days. Either way the manager is expected to ratified on Monday at the county board meeting.


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Except Sharad Pawar and Prithviraj Chavan, no one will remain in their respective parties: Amit Shah
Amit Shah addresses BJP's 'Maha-Janadesh Yatra' in Solapur
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Solapur: Union Home Minister and BJP president Amit Shah on Sunday took a dig at the Congress and the NCP in Maharashtra over "influx" of party leaders joining the ruling party ahead of the Assembly elections.
Shah was in the south Maharashtra city to attend the conclusion of the second leg of the 'Mahajanadesh Yatra' launched on August 1 by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis.
"If the BJP opens its door completely, except Sharad Pawar and Prithviraj Chavan, no one will remain in their respective parties," Shah said while addressing a rally on the home turf of Congress heavyweight Sushilkumar Shinde.
Pawar is the president of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) while Chavan is a former chief minister of the Congress. Both the parties, especially the NCP, have witnessed a number of desertions to the ruling Shiv Sena and BJP.
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They won't be the company's Cannon Lake chips based on the 10nm process as they have been delayed until next year.
The US has responded by slapping financial sanctions on two ministers and later doubled steel and aluminium tariffs on Turkey . Mr Erdogan ruled out the possibility of higher interest rates, which economists said are needed to stabilise the currency.
Intel is expected to launch the 9th generation Intel Core processors on October 1. These are the Intel Core i9-9900K (8 core / 16 thread), Intel Core i7-9700K (8 core / 8 thread), and Intel Core i5-9600K (8 core / 8 thread). The chip won't be cheap at around $450, but if you need Intel's best processors, the i9-9900K is one to consider. The Core i9 chip will come sporting eight cores and sixteen threads, the Core i7 has the same number of cores but half the threads, and the Core i5, arguably the more mainstream CPU, will have six cores and six threads.
It will mark the fourth such football match between North and South Korean workers, with the last game taking place in Pyongyang in 2015.
The Intel i9 9900K is an eight-core / sixteen-thread monster set to take on the core dominance from AMD's Ryzen lineup. It may also feature 16 MB of L3 cache and Intel UHD 620 graphics. Three unlocked processors are planned for this year alongside a new Z390 series chipset. However, this model is also said to lack Hyper-Threading, taking the thread count down from 12 to eight compared to the existing Core i7-8700K. In a similar fashion, the 9600K will brings things down a notch further to 4.6GHz on one core and 4.3GHz on all six cores. The new platform could be released sometime in October, shortly after the launch of the new mainstream Intel Core processors. Four cores can run together at 4.8GHz, and it can utilise 6 or all physical cores and still achieve 4.7GHz.
He joined the network as a senior national correspondent in January 2011, based in the Atlanta bureau. Mueller III would undermine GOP chances in November.
In U.S. economic news, the Labor Department released a report showing a modest increase in consumer prices in the month of July. Ruhsar Pekcan said in a statement the move would not only have an impact on Turkey but affect USA companies as well.
The White House had previously tried to discredit the book, with Sanders calling it "riddled with lies and false accusations". Sunday on NBC's "Meet the Press," Manigault Newman said that Trump told her later that he "delegated" her termination.
England lead the current five-match series 1-0 after a 31-run victory in the first Test at Edgbaston last week. Bowling conditions should be favourable today, but there might only be an hour or two of play.
Previous year at LSU , Guice was hampered by a hyperextended knee, limiting his snaps and forcing him to miss a game. Washington Redskins running back Derrius Guice left the game after going down with an apparent injury.
He's in the group of players who didn't have a pre season, it's as simple as that. For nine days he didn't train.so he's to start again.
NPR reports that some critics think the SLS is too expensive compared to industry developments like SpaceX's Falcon Heavy. If successful, the crewed flight tests will follow hopefully leading to NASA certifications for crew rotation missions.
Celtic boss Rodgers admitted at the weekend that the situation was "difficult" for 27-year-old Boyata. All I want is for us to improve every aspect of the club.
Tottenham fans appear rather less dissatisfied, despite their club failing to make a single addition to Pochettino's squad since the end of last season.
A central defender is the priority with Tottenham's Toby Alderweireld , Leicester ace Harry Maguire and Bayern Munich star Jerome Boateng still possibilities.
The Hammers come to Liverpool hoping to improve on their 13th-place finish in the 2017-2018 season. Last season there's no doubt Jurgen Klopp's side made some massive strides of improvement.
The Perseid Meteor Shower makes its annual display from July 17th - 24th; however, the shower's peak falls on August 12 - 13th. Friday early night may end up being our best viewing due to weather . "You really have to get out in the country", he said .
Callaway, the Browns' fourth-round pick, played despite being cited for marijuana possession and driving with a suspended license. Mayfield finished a stellar evening 11-of-20 for 212 yards and two touchdowns.
But details of the fighting were unclear as most of the city's telecoms masts were destroyed in fighting over recent days. Government radio and television was shut down and only Radio Shariat, a Taliban station, was broadcasting.
The LaLiga champions went behind, after Pablo Sarabia curled his effort past Marc-Andre ter Stegen in the 9th minute. Sevilla qualified for the Supercopa as runners-up of the Copa del Rey following Barcelona's domestic double.
According to Strzok's lawyer, the deputy director ordered his dismissal last week. He is now facing a criminal investigation by prosecutors in the D.C.
She later signed to Columbia Records at the age of 18, with plans to move into secular pop music in line with Sam Cooke's career. Franklin, who was diagnosed with cancer in 2010, last performed in November 2017 for the Elton John AIDS Foundation in NY .
Argentina's Senate rejected a bill that would have legalised elective abortion for pregnancies of up to 14 weeks. Despite the strict abortion ban, hundreds of thousands of women in Argentina are still having abortions.
Epic probably thinks that having the most popular game in the world gives it enough reach to go its own way. Epic Games and Samsung also provided a list of devices that will be compatible with Fortnite Beta.
You'd think that would be enough on-board storage, but you can double that up to 1TB thanks to a microSD slot that supports 512GB. The Galaxy Note 9 also comes pre-loaded with Samsung apps like Samsung Health, Samsung Pay, and the Knox security platform.
On Sunday, thousands of counter-protesters are slated to attend multiple rallies against white supremacy in Washington , DC. That weekend, two Virginia State troopers were also killed as their helicopter crashed into a nearby forests.
The South-west monsoon has been vigorous over Kerala resulting in heavy rains in various parts of the state since August 8. Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan , Leader of the Opposition Ramesh Chennithala and Revenue Minister E.
It's clear that Emery has attempted to instil a new philosophy at the Emirates and that has clearly started from the goalkeeper. Lehmann was part of Wenger's coaching staff past year but was let go as part of the backroom changes.
The gathering had raised hopes a deal for a lasting truce with Israel, with the backing of Egypt and the United Nations. Israel responded with airstrikes and shelling of several locations, which led to the killing of the three Palestinians.
Saudi Arabia stunned officials on Sunday by announcing it was suspending future trade with Canada and severing diplomatic ties. They said Canada "plans to seek help from the United Arab Emirates and Britain" in easing tensions with Saudi Arabia.
The 46-year-old is refusing to panic about the lack of arrivals and insists he is happy with the direction the club is heading in. We all know the situation". "I have no doubt we are going to be competitive, with or without signings".
He now owns 20 percent of the company, so more than $60 billion is needed to buy the business from public shareholders. Tesla stock opened at $369.09 on Wednesday, sliding almost 3 percent from its Tuesday closing price of $379.57.
While Collins bought the stocks before a crash, Culberson bought at a peak price in January 2017, the Houston Chronicle reported . Collins gained prominence for being one of the earliest Capitol Hill backers of President Donald Trump .


Give your garden or outdoor space the personal touch, courtesy of our fun and stylish garden accessories. Looking to give your summer garden party that little bit of extra atmosphere? Check out our range of delightful garden candle holders. Or, if you're shopping for someone green-fingered, do take a look at our gifts for gardeners – where original gift ideas are grown.


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Over Half of African Countries Are Likely to Fail to Meet the 2015 Deadline for the Transition to Digital Broadcasting
By Russell Southwood
LONDON, July 26, 2010, (Balancing Act) — According to new research from Balancing Act, over half of Africa's 52 countries are unlikely to make the 2015 deadline set by the ITU for the transition to digital broadcasting.
Seeking New Destinations
As more Chinese consider spending their holidays in Africa, the continent's tourism sector needs optimum positioning
By Hannah Edinger & Lu Jinghao*
CHINA, July 20, 2013 (ChinAfrica) - Over the past 15 years, China's commercial engagement with Africa has seen rapid growth in the trade, aid and investment sectors. Overshadowed by the constant focus on these sectors, tourism trade between the Asian nation and Africa has been quietly expanding.
China To Fund Malawi's New Science University
By Nyasa Times
MALAWI, July 10 (NT) - The Chinese government will fund the construction of a new science university in Malawi as part of the country's ambitious initiative to open five new institutions of higher learning in the next decade, according to President Bingu wa Mutharika.
EACCIA: Facilitating Business in East Africa
ARUSHA, Tanzania, April 29, 2015 (Buziness Africa) -- The East African Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (EACCIA) was established in September 2005 under the Laws of Kenya and was formally launched in Arusha, Tanzania, in February, 2006. Since then, EACCIA has been in the forefront in promoting public private partnerships (PPPs) agenda across the entire EAC member states.
China outlines industralisation blue-print for Africa
ACCRA, Ghana, January 10, 2016 (B&FT Online) -- China has outlined a comprehensive blue-print aimed at deepening its commitment to supporting infrastructural development and the promotion of industrialisation in Africa.
The blue-print, to be implemented in the next three years, will focus on implementing 10 cooperation plans to upgrade China-Africa's new type of strategic partnership into a comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership.
Kazakhstan Seeks Foreign Investors
Nigeria to Regain Leadership in FDI Flow to Africa
Spotlight: China, Africa map out strategic vision for win-win cooperation with practical action plan
Mauritius: Sandy and Sunny Beaches for Foreign Tourists
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La Resolució 1897 del Consell de Seguretat de les Nacions Unides fou adoptada per unanimitat el 30 de novembre de 2009. El Consell va decidir renovar les autoritzacions prèvies als Estats i Organitzacions regionals que cooperen amb el Govern Federal de Transició de Somàlia per emprar qualsevol mitjà necessari per evitar la pirateria i el robatori a mà armada a la costa de Somàlia, convidant-los a celebrar acords especials per la facilitar la custòdia, empresonament i judici dels pirates capturats, sempre amb el consentiment previ del GFT i notificació al Secretari General per 12 mesos. També demana que aquestes disposicions no perjudiquin l'aplicació efectiva de la Convenció per a la Supressió d'Actes Il·legals contra la Seguretat de la Navegació Marítima de 1988.

La resolució afirma que les autoritzacions renovades només s'aplicaran a la situació a Somàlia i no afectaran els drets o obligacions o responsabilitats dels Estats respecte a cap altra situació, sense establir un dret internacional consuetudinari i amb consentiment del GFT. També demana als Estats que ajudin Somàlia a enfortir el seu sistema legal i de seguretat per tal de poder perseguir i jutjar els actes criminals de pirateria i robatori a mà armada, i a cooperar per garantir que tots els pirates lliurats a les autoritats judicials fossin sotmesos a processos judicials.

Referències

Vegeu també
 Llista de resolucions del Consell de Seguretat de les Nacions Unides 1801 a la 1900 (2008 - 2009)

Enllaços externs

Resolucions del Consell de Seguretat de les Nacions Unides de 2009
Resolucions del Consell de Seguretat de les Nacions Unides sobre Somàlia

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EU referendum: one year on – the role of parliament
In the year since the EU referendum, the key question that has preoccupied Parliament is how to legislate to give effect to the decision of the British people to leave the EU. The practical question of how Brexit would be delivered, and in what time scale, was not fully discussed during the referendum campaign.
Since the referendum, both the Government and Parliament have focussed on how to leave the EU within the two-year timetable prescribed by the Article 50 process, while simultaneously formulating a strategy to address the immediate legal consequences for the UK of leaving the EU. To address this latter point, the Government has proposed laying before Parliament the Great Repeal Bill, which will convert, on the day of withdrawal, all existing EU law into UK law.
To further complicate matters (not least by shortening the parliamentary time available to debate Brexit) the prime minister called a snap general election for 8 June 2017. The aim of the Government in calling this election was to strengthen its majority and, arguably, provide it with a stronger mandate during the Article 50 negotiations.
However, the outcome of the election, a hung Parliament with a minority Conservative government, creates uncertainty and would appear to leave the UK in much weaker position at the commencement of the Brexit negotiations. By contrast, the outcome of a hung Parliament creates improved opportunities for Parliament to exercise control and scrutiny over the Government.
Parliament since the referendum
The process by which Article 50 was formally triggered on 29 March 2017 provides a good illustration of the parliamentary challenges the Government faces in delivering Brexit, even if it had retained an overall parliamentary majority. The judgment of the Supreme Court in January 2017 confirmed that Parliament, not the Government, had the sole power to trigger Article 50, thereby laying down an important marker that Parliament cannot be bypassed during the course of the Brexit negotiations. One consequence of the Supreme Court judgment is that it has created an expectation that Parliament will be engaged in the Brexit process, which, in practice, means exercising effective scrutiny over the Government during the Brexit process.
This engagement will only increase with a hung parliament, with the opposition likely to identify opportunities to amend or even defeat the Government on Brexit issues where there may be cross-party support.
Despite the Government making a commitment before the election that both Houses of Parliament will vote on any final Brexit deal, it is not totally clear what this will mean in practice, though the hung Parliament should place limits on the Government's scope to bypass Parliament. Specifically, there remains uncertainty as to whether Parliament will be able to reject the final outcome – whether a deal or no deal.
Furthermore, before the election the prime minister consistently stated her unwillingness to provide a "running commentary" to Parliament on the progress of the negotiations. Following the election of a minority government, it may be argued that Parliament is in a better position to exert influence over the Government during the Brexit negotiations both in terms of scrutiny and with respect to the substance of the negotiations.
The absence of a parliamentary majority is likely to make it difficult for the Government to conduct negotiations without
reference to MPs, especially by not offering a "meaningful vote" on the outcome of the negotiations which, with a minority government, it remains possible that Parliament could reject.
The parliamentary challenge of delivering Brexit – democracy versus efficiency
Perhaps the biggest challenge facing the newly elected Parliament will be a legislative one. To deliver Brexit, Parliament will need to
pass a number of important bills (upwards of 10), including the Great Repeal Bill (see the Great Repeal Bill section on this) before the completion of the Article 50 negotiations. This will prove challenging given limited parliamentary time. The time available consists of only two full parliamentary sessions, during which parliamentarians will need to continue with the wider legislative programme. However, it is the absence of a working majority that will undoubtedly make it more difficult to secure parliamentary approval for key Brexit legislation, such as the Great Repeal Bill.
Delivering Brexit within the timescale prescribed by Article 50 will place immense pressure upon Parliament. Effective management of parliamentary time will be an important tactic that is likely to be employed by the Government, not least as a way of limiting debate and scrutiny. It is therefore crucial that Parliament uses the opportunity of a hung Parliament to provide a strong counter balance to the requirement of meeting the Article 50 deadline of 29 March 2019 by insisting that democratic accountability and scrutiny, whether in the chamber or via select committees, is not compromised.
Given the legislative and political challenges of delivering Brexit, it is essential that Parliament and the Government avoid conflict as far possible and cooperate in order that the objectives of Brexit and parliamentary democracy are fully reconciled.
In terms of parliamentary activity, this will, first and foremost, require improved cooperation between Government and the opposition to ensure that parliamentary scrutiny is focussed on key legislative proposals. Post-election, the Government should present,
without delay, its legislative proposals, especially where new and potentially complex UK legislation will be required before Brexit – for example with respect to immigration or customs rules – which cannot be adopted via the Great Repeal Bill. To ensure that this legislation is enacted within the necessary timeframe, and to avoid the uncertainty of the so-called "cliff-edge", sufficient
parliamentary time for scrutiny of all new legislation must be built into the Government's legislative programme.
Ultimately, the success of Brexit will be judged not by the outcome of the referendum, but on the basis of how Parliament gives effect to the referendum decision. In particular, this means whether UK citizens believe, in the years to come, that their expectations for Brexit have been delivered by the Parliament they elected to fulfil this task.
By Adam Cygan, Research Leader at The UK in a Changing Europe.
Author: Professor Adam Cygan
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Berg Insight has new findings about the market for Electronic Monitoring (EM) of offenders - electronic tagging as it's called in the UK. Even though the technique and the technologies have been around for about a decade, only about 180,000 offenders were being tagged in Europe and North America despite all EM's known benefits - offender accountability, reduce recidivism rates and enhanced public safety through effective community supervision.
So EM has a good chance of remaining a growth opportunity since it is probably being underused at present. Currently the market value for EM including equipment, software and outsourced services in Europe was € 161 million in 2016. This is growing at a CAGR of 14 per cent so that number is expected to reach €305 million by 2021. The North American market for EM is forecasted to grow at a CAGR of 10 percent from US$ 535 million in 2016 to US$ 851 million in 2021.
The use of GPS technology has grown rapidly on the North American market in recent years and GPS-based devices now account for more than 70 per cent of the active units. In Europe, the most common forms of EM equipment are RF systems used in home detention curfew schemes. The use of GPS systems is however gaining ground in jurisdictions throughout Europe.
"The declining cost of hardware components and cellular connectivity has driven the adoption of GPS-based systems on the North American market in recent years", said Fredrik Stålbrand, IoT Analyst, Berg Insight. He adds that software is likely to play an increasingly important role in determining the winners. "Vendors are increasingly focusing on analytics software development to offer support tools for officers that are faced with a growing amount of location data that is generated by the expanding installed base of GPS-based systems," concluded Mr. Stålbrand.


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Several dozen parents, students and community members from La Follette High School showed up to Monday evening's Madison School Board meeting to address mounting concerns about safety at the school.
The outcry follows the shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, earlier this month. In the last two weeks, Madison Police have responded to high profile incidents at La Follette, including disarming a student who brought a handgun to campus.
Parents like Jose Pacheco urged the School Board to do more to make students feel safe at school.


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https://o-festival.nl/en/luxor-o-introduce-opera-cabaret-steefs-o-show/
Opera and cabaret may appear to be two radically different worlds but nothing could be further from the truth. In Steef's O. Show, both art forms merge into a variegated revue with enthralling arias, tear-jerking duets, spectacular scenery, and a lot of humour.
Steef's O. Show is a feast of recognition. Together with a 70-member orchestra and a range of well-known comedians and artists, including the Dutch actor/writer/singer/performer Alex Klaasen, theatre maker Steef de Jong presents famous opera and operetta pieces. From Verdi to soccer anthems and everything in-between. It will be clear to everyone that opera is not as remote or serious as might have been expected.
The introduction of a new genre, 'opera cabaret', kicks off a collaboration over many years between O. and Luxor. While O. represents the diversity and approachability of opera, Luxor offers a stage to high-quality cabaret. This fusion is evidence that two grandiose cultural genres can reach a large number of people and be accessible to many.
"Steef de Jong operates somewhere between comedy show, cabaret, revue, and operetta. Charming and entertaining, fascinating and unique." – Tobias Kokkelmans (dramaturg O. 2021)
The performance will take place during O. on 23 & 24 May 2022 in Luxor Theater Rotterdam. Tickets can now be purchased via Luxor Theater's website.


There are a number of important people and organisations who help our patients and us with health-related and other issues.
Nelson Bays Primary Health is the local structure for delivering and coordinating primary health care services for the Nelson and Tasman region.
Nelson Marlborough DHB covers the top of the South Island.
Work and Income provides financial assistance and employment services throughout New Zealand. They offer a single point of contact for New Zealanders needing job search support, financial assistance and in-work support.


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Scenes from this Weekend's WBAR-B-Q
PAPERMAG
Barnard College's radio station, WBAR, has always had an outsized influence on the Columbia campus and beyond, given the school's relatively small size. A spring tradition now in its 20th year, the station's outdoor mini-fest known as the WBAR-B-Q took place on the campus lawn this Saturday. The weather cooperated fully for the international roster of buzz bands, including Roomrunner, Twin Sister, Waxahatchee, Krill, Speedy Ortiz, Scott and Charlene's Wedding, and more.
WBARBQ
by Rebecca Smeyne
Roomrunner
Scott and Charlene's Wedding
For DJs, Your Paradise Is a Working Vacation
Moschino Throws a 'The Sims' Desert Party IRL
Hip-Hop Royalty Turn Out For Valentino Men's Rodeo Launch


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SPRING LAKE - Alan Felix, 78, of Spring Lake, died Saturday, Nov. 23, 2013.
Services: Graveside, 10 a.m. Wednesday in Sandhills State Veterans Cemetery.
Survived by: Sons, George and Parrish; sister, Miriam Singleton; and three grandchildren.
Adcock Funeral Home & Crematory of Spring Lake.


JERUSALEM - Israel on Friday questioned Internet giant Google's decision to replace the term "Palestinian Territories" with "Palestine" on the Palestinian www.google.ps page, after last year's UN decision to award Palestine observer status.
"This change raises questions about the reasons behind this surprising involvement of what is basically a private Internet company in international politics -- and on the controversial side," foreign ministry spokesman Yigal Palmor said.
The change went into effect on May 1, Google spokesman Nathan Tyler said in a statement.
"We're changing the name 'Palestinian Territories' to 'Palestine' across our products. We consult a number of sources and authorities when naming countries. In this case, we are following the lead of the UN ... and other international organisations," he said.
I wonder how Israel will react when they label the whole shebang, Palestine, rather than just the West Bank and Gaza.