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LB Nigel Bradham 'hopefully' returning for big Seattle game
Nigel Bradham isn't sure he's going to be able to play on Sunday against the Seattle Seahawks. "Hopefully," is all he'll say, and it makes sense: Bradham has missed the last four games with an ankle injury and he needs to get on the practice field before he knows how well he'll hold up for a most difficult assignment on Sunday against quarterback Russell Wilson and a big-play Seattle offense.
"I can't force it," Bradham said. "It's been difficult not being out there contributing to the team. I mean, it's obviously tough, but I think our young guys are doing well. We just keep motivating them and keep it going until the time I can come back."
The Eagles could use all hands on deck for Wilson, the master of improvisation who is deadly extending plays with his legs, burning defensive backs who bail in coverage in an attempt to tackle a scrambling Wilson as well as simply dropping back and throwing the football. An MVP candidate, Wilson leads the league with 23 touchdown passes and a passer rating of 114.9. He's thrown just two interceptions. Wilson's 8.24-yards-per-attempt average is fourth in the league.
Oh, and he's rushed for 256 yards and scored three touchdowns on the ground, averaging 5.6 yards per carry.
"Obviously, he's a great quarterback, a guy who is a dual threat," Bradham said. "We've got to keep him contained, but we can't just let him sit in the pocket, either, because he's really good at both. That's going to be the key for us this week."
In Bradham's absence, Nathan Gerry has made more and more plays, Kamu Grugier-Hill has been all over the football – he had three tackles for loss last week against the Patriots – and T.J. Edwards and Duke Riley have seen more defensive reps. The defense has come a long way and it's helped that the secondary has gotten pieces back in the last few weeks.
Bradham's return would be a plus, too.
But we just don't know yet.
"We'll see how it goes this week," he said. "I would love to be back out there. I'm trying to be patient and do the right things so that when I'm back, I'm all the way back."

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Endometriosis is a disorder where the tissue that lines the uterus grows in other areas of the body. It's currently estimated to affect some 5 million women in the United States alone, but this number could actually be much higher.
Although pelvic pain is the most common symptom, women report a range of other symptoms, including weight gain. Doctors have differing opinions on whether weight gain may be directly associated with endometriosis. There isn't any formal research linking this symptom to the disorder, but anecdotal evidence persists. Keep reading to learn more.
Weight gain may not be a direct symptom of endometriosis, but certain aspects of the disorder and its treatments may cause you to pack on pounds.
Endometriosis has been linked to high levels of the hormone estrogen. This hormone is responsible for the thickening of the endometrium with your monthly menstrual cycles. Some women may even have a condition called estrogen dominance, which is also a possible cause of endometriosis.
Weight gain is another symptom of this hormonal imbalance. You may specifically notice fat accumulating around your abdomen and on the tops of your thighs.
Your doctor may prescribe hormone medications, like continuous-cycle birth control pills, the vaginal ring, or an intrauterine device (IUD) to help treat your symptoms.
During your normal menstrual cycle, your hormones thicken and then break down the endometrial lining. Hormone medications may slow tissue growth and prevent tissue from implanting elsewhere in the body. They may also make your menstrual cycles lighter and less frequent.
Some women report weight gain with oral contraceptives and other hormone medications. The synthetic version of progesterone (progestin) is likely the culprit.
Although have concluded that hormonal birth control doesn't directly cause weight gain, they do agree that certain side effects may be to blame. This includes fluid retention and increased appetite.
A total hysterectomy is a surgical treatment for endometriosis where the uterus, cervix, and both ovaries are removed from the body. Removing just the uterus may not be effective, as the ovaries are what produces the estrogen and can create pain in tissue throughout the body. This intervention is usually saved for the most extensive cases of the disorder.
After a hysterectomy, you can no longer get pregnant. Without your ovaries, your body effectively enters menopause. You may experience a range of symptoms that result from the lack of hormones estrogen and progesterone. These symptoms include anything from hot flashes to sleep problems to vaginal dryness. Weight gain and slowed metabolism are other common symptoms of menopause.
When menopause occurs naturally, symptoms start gradually. When menopause happens more abruptly, like as a result of a total hysterectomy, your symptoms may be particularly severe. In , women who had a hysterectomy before reaching menopause experienced the highest risk for weight gain in the first year following surgery.
Again, research is mixed on whether or not endometriosis directly or indirectly contributes to weight gain. Still, if you believe you're gaining weight as a result of the disorder, there are some lifestyle changes you can make that may help.
The foods you choose have an impact on your weight. You may have heard to shop the perimeter of your grocery store — that's actually solid advice, because that's where the whole foods are. Whole foods are unprocessed and unrefined, like whole grains, fruits, and vegetables.
Eating whole foods versus packaged foods gives your body the nutrients it needs to thrive while avoiding empty calories, like added sugars, that add to weight gain.
Include plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables into your diet. Other good foods include whole grains, low-fat dairy, lean proteins, and healthy fats.
Choose healthy cooking methods like baking, grilling, or sautéing instead of frying. Read labels on packaged foods to evaluate their salt, sugar, and fat content.
Pack your own healthy snacks so you aren't tempted by convenience foods when you're out and about.
Speak with your doctor or dietitian for specifics about how many calories you should eat each day, as well as other advice specific to you and your unique needs.
Experts recommend getting between 150 minutes of moderate activity and 75 minutes of a more vigorous activity each week to maintain and lose weight. Moderate activity includes exercises like walking, dancing, and gardening. Vigorous activity includes exercises like running, cycling, and swimming.
Stretch. Flexibility in your muscles and joints will increase your range of motion and help you avoid injury.
Start slow. A gentle walk in your neighborhood is a good building block. Try increasing your distance over time or incorporating intervals as you feel more aerobically fit.
Look into strength training. Lifting weights regularly will tone your muscles and help you burn more fat. If you belong to a gym, consider asking a personal trainer for tips on proper form.
Hormone medications and surgical treatments, like a hysterectomy, may cause weight gain. If you're concerned about these options, though, chat with your doctor.
There are other treatments available, like taking pain relievers as needed. Over-the-counter (OTC) nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, like ibuprofen (Advil) and naproxen (Aleve), may help with menstrual cramping.
Lifestyle changes may also help. For example, taking warm baths or using heating pads may reduce your cramps and pain. Regular exercise may also ease your symptoms, all while aiding your weight loss efforts.
If you have endometriosis and feel it may be contributing to weight gain, make an appointment with your doctor. Take note of any additional symptoms you've been experiencing. Your doctor may discuss alternative treatment options, as well as lifestyle changes that can help you feel better and stay in a healthy weight range.
It's always a good idea to contact your doctor before making significant changes to your diet and exercise routines. Your doctor may even have suggestions or refer you to a specialist, like a dietitian, for additional support.
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What is the eligibility criteria for the MRA Grant?
How is Global HQ assessed?
To qualify for the MRA Grant, the company's global management control and decision making functions must be based in Singapore. (Indicators could include the global C-level executives being based in Singapore; board meetings are held in Singapore, etc).
Can a company with existing overseas presence or overseas sales apply for the MRA Grant support?
Yes. However, Enterprise Singapore will clarify the rationale for the proposed activities and applications will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Can a company still apply for the MRA Grant if the total Group turnover exceeds S$100 million?
No. To be eligible for MRA grant, the total group turnover should be no more than S$100 million.
If both parent company and its subsidiary apply for the MRA Grant, are they subjected to a S$20,000 cap?
The grant cap of S$20,000 is applicable to each unique entity/company per fiscal year. Enterprise Singapore will review the applications based on the applicant company's internationalisation plans.
Are group applications (two or more companies listed as applicants in one applicant form) for the MRA Grant allowed?
No. Companies seeking group applications can consider applying under the Global Company Partnership (GCP) Grant instead.
Can a director submit MRA Grant applications for multiple companies?
No. Different applications from companies with similar business registration details (including nature of business, address, shareholder/directorship, etc.) will be treated as connected enterprises, and will be subjected to the cumulative grant ceiling of S$20,000 per fiscal year.
Can sole proprietors and partnerships apply for the MRA Grant?
Yes. However, Enterprise Singapore will clarify the overseas expansion plans for sole proprietors and partnerships, and applications will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Can a company enjoy the MRA Grant in addition to financial schemes from other government agencies?
No, companies are not allowed to apply for the MRA Grant after they have received grant approvals on the same eligible expenses or events from other government agencies.
Can a company tap on both the Global Company Partnership (GCP) Grant and MRA Grant support concurrently?
Yes, eligible companies may apply for support under both GCP and MRA Grants as long as it is not for the same scope of work, services or activities supported.
Can a company apply for Double Tax Deduction on the same expenses supported by MRA Grant?
Yes. Qualifying expenses will be computed net of any grant or subsidy from the Government or statutory boards.
Can a company submit more than two applications even though S$20,000 has not been utilised?
No. The maximum number of applications allowed is two per fiscal year. The grant cap of S$20,000 is based on approved amount and not on unutilised amount.
If a company only utilised S$10,000 of grant support, can they carry forward the unutilised S$10,000 to the next fiscal year?
No. Each eligible company will start with S$20,000 at the beginning of each new fiscal year (1 April of current year to 31 March of the next year).
What does a retrospective application mean?
Project commencement and completion dates must be in accordance to the project support period stipulated in the Business Grants Portal.
Companies will have to submit the application before the commencement date of the trade fair.
Can a company apply for a scope of work that it has internal capabilities for and is providing as a service to their clients?
No. Enterprise Singapore's MRA Grant supports eligible third-party costs for activities and services that Singapore SMEs do not already possess in-house.
If Singapore is a target market, is the activity still eligible for MRA Grant?
The MRA Grant is meant to defray companies' costs when they venture overseas. Activities intended for Singapore will not be supported.
Under what circumstances will applications be rejected?
How can a company apply for the MRA Grant?
The company has to request for a cost quotation from the third party before logging into the Business Grants Portal with CorpPass.
What is Business Grants Portal?
Business Grants Portal (BGP) is a one-stop portal for businesses to apply for government grants. This paperless system allows entities to find grants they need with ease, enjoy a convenient form completion process and reduce the time spent on applications.
About 20 business grants offered by 10 government agencies are consolidated under three broad categories: Internationalisation, Capability Development and Training. Applicants need not spend time searching for the right agency for a required grant. By selecting your industry and area of need, you will be directed to the relevant application form. The BGP aims to make government grant applications more convenient for you.
If your company has not registered a CorpPass Administrator, please visit this page. Upon registration for a CorpPass Account and ID, users need to be assigned e-Service access to the BGP for grant applications.
What is the contact for technical enquiries related to the Business Grant Portal?
Please contact Business Grant Portal helpdesk at +65 6898 1800 or submit your feedback here.
Operating hours are 8:30 am to 5:30 pm (Mondays to Fridays).
What is the contact for questions related to CorpPass registration?
Please call CorpPass Helpdesk at +65 6643 0577 or email them here.
Operating hours are from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm (Mondays to Fridays) and from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm (Saturdays). Closed on Sunday and Public Holidays.
My company is exempted from having our accounts audited. What documents should we upload under Business Grants Portal's Company Profile?
You may upload unaudited financial statements or management accounts if audited statements are unavailable.
If the company is newly registered and a full year's financial statement is not available, please provide unaudited financial statements or management accounts for year-to-date.
Where can applicants check the status of their grant application?
An email will be sent to company's contact person notifying the status of the submitted grant application.
Alternatively, applicants may log on to the Business Grants Portal and access the 'My Applications' section to check on their grant application status by toggling between tabs (Drafts/Processing/Actions Required/Completed).
Can applications be revised after submission?
Once you have submitted your application, no further changes can be made. If the application is incomplete or should further amendments be required, we may return the application back to you for correction. You will then be required to re-submit your application.
What happens if the personnel handling the company's grant application leaves the company? Can another staff submit the application on his/her behalf?
Any personnel assigned as a Business Grants Portal user in the company and is granted a Preparer or Acceptor role by the company's CorpPass Administrator can edit and submit the grant application. Contact details of the new user should be updated in the BGP.
What happens if the CEO/MD who is authorised to accept the Letter of Offer leaves the company? How does the applicant update BGP and CorpPass about the new CEO/MD?
The company's CorpPass Administrator should assign an Acceptor Role to the new CEO/MD within the e-Service of the Business Grants Portal. This enables the new management personnel to accept a Letter of Offer.
If the grant has not been approved, the CorpPass Administrator can update the 'Letter of Offer' addressee in the grant application form.
If the grant has been approved and a 'Letter of Offer' has been issued, no amendments to the addressee can be made. However, the new CEO/MD can still accept the 'Letter of Offer' if he/she has been granted rights to do so. Do update ACRA and the grant processing agency of the change in management details.
What information is required from the third party consultant's proposal?
What is the maximum support period for an approved activity under the MRA Grant?
The maximum support period for an approved activity is six months.
When can a company commence the project?
Companies can proceed to sign the contract with the consultant or third party vendor after submitting the application via the Business Grants Portal. Project commencement and completion dates must be in accordance to the project support period stipulated in the portal.
Is it mandatory for a company to appoint the consultants found in Enterprise Singapore's reference list?
No. Companies can tap on the reference list or approach their preferred consultants for quotations. Companies are strongly encouraged to exercise due diligence prior to appointing any consultant.
Can companies engage a related associate as the third party vendor?
The applicant needs to ensure the suppliers and service providers engaged in the project do not have any relationship, connection, association or dealings with the applicant or its related companies, their directors and common shareholders.
What is the timeline for a company to submit their MRA Grant application to Enterprise Singapore?
Companies may submit their MRA Grant application from six months before the start of the project or activity.
Would support be granted for costs incurred on incorporation of foreign entity under the individuals' names?
No. To qualify for MRA support, the foreign entity should be registered with the applicant company as a corporate shareholder.
With regard to the application on scope for 'Participation in non-iMAP supported tradeshow', why can a company only apply 6 months in advance before the event start date?
Companies are allowed to book booth space and confirm booth design and construction at an earlier date. The six-month period will allow Enterprise Singapore to have more certainty and clarity that the event will proceed as planned.
For participation in overseas tradeshows, companies can book booth space and confirm booth design and construction costs at an earlier date. However, the MRA Grant support is not guaranteed until the companies' applications are approved by Enterprise Singapore.
No to all of the above. We strongly encourage Singapore companies to be a part of Singapore's Pavilion as this builds the Singapore overseas brand for our companies.
Why is grant support limited to booth with space of 36sqm?
Companies may expand your booth space beyond 36sqm, but MRA Grant support is capped at 36sqm per company. This allow us to maximise the grant support to more companies. Based on the current trends, a booth space of 36sqm is practical among most companies across different industries (eg. for display of their machines, furniture, etc).
Does a company need to follow a standard design for its company booth at an overseas tradeshow?
No, but the applicant company's name should be reflected clearly on either the booth or exhibitor listing.
Are there any other supported expenses that are not stated in the scope?
Out of pocket expenses including Singapore GST, exchange rate losses etc.
Logistics, airfare, accommodation, in-house manpower, maintenance, security deposit, sales commission and success fees.
Can a company request for an extension if they cannot complete the approved activity within six months or submit the claims within the stipulated deadline?
The maximum support period for an approved activity is six months and companies can take up to a maximum of three months to submit its claims upon completion of the activity. Companies with valid reasons may request for an extension from Enterprise Singapore via the Business Grants Portal before the project end date. The request will be subjected to approval.
Do the expenses of the approved activity need to be audited? Would there be any support for audit fees supported?
For all claims, the Company shall appoint an independent auditor to verify the eligibility, authenticity and accuracy of the items listed in the Statement of Claim. Company that uses Enterprise Singapore's appointed auditors can be eligible for an audit fee grant, cap at S$500 or the prevailing support level of the audit fee as stated in Annex 1, whichever is lower.
What is the Auditors' Report?
The Auditor's Report is mandatory and serves as a confirmation statement by an independent auditor that certifies the amounts shown on the Statement of Claim is in accordance with the provisions of the Letter of Offer.
Why is there a need to engage Auditors?
The Auditor's Report allows for smoother review of claims unless otherwise observed. The responsibility of the Auditor is to verify and confirm that the amounts shown on the Statement of Claim are in accordance with the provisions of the Letter of Offer. The auditor would then complete the Auditor's Report.
Must we use the appointed auditor by Enterprise Singapore?
Your company may engage any qualified audit firm to perform the audit for the claim. However, companies using Enterprise Singapore's appointed auditors are eligible for an audit fee grant, capped at S$500 or 70% of audit fee per project, whichever is lower.
What are the contact details of Enterprise Singapore's appointed auditors?
Is inter-billing and/or cost sharing between related companies of the applicant company allowed?
The applicant company for MRA Grant is encouraged to make payment to the third-party consultant and/or vendor directly.
Can a company claim for additional expenses billed by the third party consultant or vendor after the activity is completed?
No. MRA Grant support is approved based on the quotation submitted by companies during the application stage. The approved quantum is final, and additional claims are not allowed.
Can the grant be provided on a cash advancement basis?
The grant is administered on a reimbursement basis to ensure the grants are strictly utilised for the approved project.
What are the documents required as proof of completion of project?
Companies may be required to submit additional claim documents at the request of the processing officer in Enterprise Singapore to substantiate the validity of the approved activities. Please be informed that the list below is non-exhaustive.
An event write-up detailing the environment of the booth, experience as well as how participation has benefited the applicant company in 3-4 paragraphs, presented in a word document.
How will I be notified of the claims disbursement?
An email will be sent to the email address stated in your Statement of Claim form to confirm the transaction.
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The operating hours are from 8.30 am to 5.30 pm (Mondays to Fridays).
Log on to the Business Grants Portal with your CorpPass to make your application. Click here for a step-by-step guide.
Click here for the MRA Grant Brochure.


It's not a subject that is at the top of everyone's mind, but in my humble opinion, it's not discussed enough. This year's identity theft statisitcs are in. And, they are downright scary.
Almost one in five Canadians have, or know someone who has, been a victim of identity theft. Think about that for a moment. Statistically, that means by the time you're done reading this post, hundreds of Canadians will have been victimized.
Identity theft is the most serious, non-violent crime and fastest growing type of fraud in North America. When someone takes your personal information and uses it for financial gain, it is classified as identity theft or fraud. According to Statistics Canada, identity fraud has increased by 8.62% from 2013 to 2014. In 2014 more than 20,000 identity theft cases were reported in Canada, with a loss of more than $10 million, according to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre.
The very best thing you can do to prevent identity fraud is to invest in a paper shredder, like the Fellowes Powershred W-10C Shredder. The Fellowes W10C Cross-Cut Paper Shredder is a reliable shredder for home office use. This medium-duty shredder can handle up to 10 sheets at a time. A patented safety lock disables the shredder for additional protection, and the unit includes 5.5-gal wastebasket.
So, what should you shred?
Monthly Credit Card Statements. This includes sample cheques or insurance packets that accompany statements, credit applications and expired cards.
Employment Paystubs. If you receive pay stubs on a weekly basis or otherwise, you should keep them only until you receive your annual wage and tax statement.
Personal Income Tax Reports. You should hold onto these (in a safe place) for six years. However, after six years, it is important that they be shredded.
Monthly Utility Bills. This includes anything from hydro bills to cable bills.
Spam Mail. Any document you receive by regular mail, including sign-up forms for a new credit card, a magazine subscription, or any other document that contains your personal information, such as your name, home address, phone number, etc.
Express Mail Documents. General invoices or a confirmation of delivery that accompany a letter or package that was delivered to you by UPS, FedEx, or Canada Post Express – even the labels on delivery boxes or envelopes.
Membership Notices. If you are a member of any organization, such as a tennis club, fitness club, library, etc., be sure to shred all membership renewal notices and documents accompanying the delivery of membership cards, credit cards, store cards, etc.
Banking Documents. This includes bank account statements, ATM receipts and old, unused or voided cheques, etc.
Miscellaneous Documents. Any other documents (including junk mail) that contain usernames, passwords, mailing address or a signature (leases, contracts, letters).
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Currently I have them piled. Occassionally I will rip them up and put them in two or three different garbages.
After reading these facts, I will say I am going to be sure to shred or burn my documents! I need a shredder.
I usually do shred anything with my name and address or personal information on it, however, I over-loaded my shredder and it is jammed. It has been jammed for a while and I think winning a new one would be awesome!
The worst thing use to be Reader's Digest Contest letters, My name & address would be On the envelope & all the inserts about 10 times. I have to rip them up by hand or snip them with scissors. Or save them in a bag & take them to a Shredding Event. ????????
I currently just rip up the papers as much as possible and put them in the trash, not the recycle bin. We definitely need a shredder!
I always shred them but my shredder broke, so I have a pile accumulating right now.
I burn them in the wood stove in the fall and winter months , but cut them up when we are not using the wood stove !
I tear my documents into little pieces.
I rip my documents into smallest pieces possible. I do need to get myself a shredder.
Usually we save everything up and then take it out to our trailer in the summer and burn the papers in the fire pit. But it would be easier to have a shredder at home.
We rip everything by hand. Sometimes very time consuming.
I shred them at my office ! Would love to own one for my home !
I usually just rip them up! I don't have a shredder but sure wish i did!
we have a dying shredder, but it doesn't cross shred.
I rip them by hand and then recycle.
I was just a victim of credit car fraud!!!! I happens. It really does and it's scary. Be careful out there and protect yourself!!!
I bring them to work to shred. It would be nice to have a shredder at home!!!!
My shredder is wearing out–I use it a lot!
I "shred" items by hand tearing them up or in the summer I do burn in the bonfire!
I currently rip everything up.
Hubby takes personal documents into work to shred!!
I shred them up, but I need a better shredder.
Right now I cut up my papers with scissors when I am finished with them.
I have an old shredder but it will soon need to be replaced.
I sometimes feel like a hoarder because I keep EVERYTHING if I am not sure!
I shred them up by hand into small pieces and add them to my yucky garbage (that should do the trick) as I do not have a shredder.
I burn my papers in my wood stove!
I rip up and give to my bunny to pee on and chew on, LOL. Then they go into the backyard composter.
I shred all papers that contain any personal/financial information, including labels from my medications.
I use a friend's shredder!
I never thought about shredding labels with my name on them. I guess I've been a bit lax. No more!
I usually rip them up and recycle my personal documents after I don't need them.
CURRENTLY i bring them and shred them at work, but this would be much easier!!!
At the moment, we burn them in the bonfire we have in the spring, which is not fun because it accumulates all year! Sometimes I'll take something to work and shred it there, but We so need a shredder of our own.
I burn them in the firepit in summer.
I have been ripping them and seperate them in garbage bags so this shredder would be great to have.
Generally I hang on too long and then do a burn in a summer bonfire!
I burn them in the fireplace to get rid of them.
I save a pile of them and give them to my nephew to shred. He is 15 and has downs and takes therapy in shredding. He has gone through countless shredders and we are just looking for a decent one to last a while.
I keep them piled in a closet until we have a bonfire, then I burn them all. A shredder would be much more effeicient!
I am guilty of tossing them in the trash unshredded. It's not something I've ever really thought much about before.
I used to shred them but now I burn them.
I rip my documents into small pieces. A shredder would be much better.
I've just been ripping them up ever since my shredder broke!
I usually just hand rip them and throw them out.
I store them in a big pile in the corner, with the plan to get a shredder to dispose of them. Sadly the pile continues to grow.
My work has a secure shredder box. I dispose of my documents there.
Sometimes I just recycle them most of the times they sit in a box dedicated to properly disposing of them but since I don't own a shredder its getting out of hand.
I rip them up into small pieces.
I place all personal papers into a container. A local merchant offers shredding truck service for a donation to a local charity.
I cut them up and then put them in the recycling bag.
I shred them by hand, piece by teensy piece. This is not an easy task!!!!
I dispose of documets by burning them We live in a farm so not too difficult. But for the environment's sake, shredding would be much more eco friendly.
I usually ear them up and re cycle.
I remove my name and address and then recycle the rest of the documents. I would fell more protected from identity theft with the use of a personal shredder for home.
I rip them up and recycle them.
I rip them into tiny pieces.
I usually just tear it up into little pieces and then recycle it.
3) rip them up and put them in recycling (not my preferred choice though.
Shred at work when no one in the office.
I just rip them and throw them in the garbage – I know I should be shredding them!
I shred mine, and by that I mean that my kids do the shredding for me!
I borrow a friends shredder. Would be convenient to own one like this!
I shred any financial papers.
Right now,I just rip them up.
Would love a shredder, always nervous throwing away personal papers etc.
You really have to be so, so careful these days. Things that used to be considered harmless are now very dangerous. Thanks for the great post.
Many dangerous traps around the web, it's a growing problem. Prevention is key.


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Okoye Craves For World Cup Chance With Super Eagles
Maduka Okoye has lamented Nigeria's failure to secure a place at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, but is confident he will get the chance to represent the country at the mundial in future.
The Super Eagles failed at the last hurdle in the qualifiers, losing out to eternal rivals, the Black Stars of Ghana.
Okoye missed out on both games after testing positive for COVID-19 few days to the qualifiers.
The former Fortuna Dusseldorf of Germany goalkeeper is one of the youngest players in the Super Eagles' squad.
The 22-year-old believes he still has age on his side and could appear at three World Cups before winding down his career.
"Unfortunately, the World Cup dream has burst for now," Okoye told Transfermarkt.
"But if I calculate correctly, I can still qualify for at least three world championships with the team given my age. That's why I don't stress about it at all.
"It's a shame, of course, because it's a huge opportunity that you're missing out on. But I don't see that as a problem, but as a reason to work even harder because it wasn't enough now.
"I am very sure that we will do it again," he added.
Okoye made his Super Eagles debut in the friendly against five-time world champions, Brazil in October 2019.
The young goalie replaced Francis Uzoho in the second half of the thrilling encounter, which ended in a 1-1 draw.
He has been capped 16 times by Nigeria.
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Yes, it's finally here, the moment you've all been waiting for – the announcement of the next Watchmakers Club event! This summer's event will be held on the 5th June at Unit 6 in London's Covent Garden, less than a minute's walk from the tube station. This time, we have two floors of open space dedicated entirely to our very own brand of independent horology.
As ever there will be no big display cabinets. None at all. This isn't Basel where only the upper echelons may ever dream of touching the watches. This is the Watchmaker's Club, where getting up close and personal with a Transaxial tourbillon is par for the course.
It's an informal approach for sure, but one that we feel makes one hell of a difference. It puts everyone on a level playing field; we're not the kind of people that think price is the be all and end all. It takes just as much effort to make a fine watch at a decent price as it does a horological masterpiece. Different skills of course, but one isn't innately better than another.
That pantheon of brands includes watchmakers from Sweden, Switzerland, Germany and, of course, the UK. That includes a few of the old guard, but also some bright-eyed, bushy-tailed newcomers to the club, including HYT, Schwarz Etienne and Louis Moinet.
We have something for everyone including a watchmaking class from the chaps at the International Watch Seminar.
More info to follow but in the meantime please call back for an up to date list of exhibitors.


Hello and welcome to Staffordshire Moorlands MGOC,the weather here in the Moorlands has been quite nice for the time of year. Some of our members car's having been coming out of hibernation early. Our club event list will be available here soon on the Calendar page.We are trying out a club Social Evening option and so far we have had a Bingo night and a Bowling evening to come on March 21st.
Just a reminder that our Annual Charity Run is on Sunday 19th May ,the cost is the usual £15 per vehicle which includes rally board and goody bag. email info@staffordshirenmoorlandsmgoc.co.uk to get an entry form. ( the run is usually about 80 miles.) .


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package org.activiti.runtime.api.event.internal;

import org.activiti.api.process.model.events.BPMNSignalReceivedEvent;
import org.activiti.api.process.runtime.events.listener.BPMNElementEventListener;
import org.activiti.api.runtime.event.impl.BPMNSignalReceivedEventImpl;
import org.activiti.engine.delegate.event.ActivitiEventType;
import org.activiti.engine.delegate.event.impl.ActivitiSignalEventImpl;
import org.activiti.runtime.api.event.impl.ToSignalReceivedConverter;
import org.junit.jupiter.api.BeforeEach;
import org.junit.jupiter.api.Test;
import org.junit.jupiter.api.extension.ExtendWith;
import org.mockito.Mock;
import org.mockito.junit.jupiter.MockitoExtension;

import java.util.Optional;

import static java.util.Arrays.asList;
import static org.assertj.core.api.Assertions.assertThat;
import static org.mockito.BDDMockito.given;
import static org.mockito.Mockito.verify;

@ExtendWith(MockitoExtension.class)
public class SignalReceivedListenerDelegateTest {

    private SignalReceivedListenerDelegate listenerDelegate;

    @Mock
    private BPMNElementEventListener<BPMNSignalReceivedEvent> firstListener;

    @Mock
    private BPMNElementEventListener<BPMNSignalReceivedEvent> secondListener;

    @Mock
    private ToSignalReceivedConverter converter;

    @BeforeEach
    public void setUp() {
        listenerDelegate = new SignalReceivedListenerDelegate(asList(firstListener, secondListener), converter);
    }

    @Test
    public void onEventShouldCallOnAvailableListenersWhenIsASignalEvent() {
        //given
        ActivitiSignalEventImpl internalEvent = new ActivitiSignalEventImpl(ActivitiEventType.ACTIVITY_SIGNALED);
        BPMNSignalReceivedEventImpl signalReceivedEvent = new BPMNSignalReceivedEventImpl();
        given(converter.from(internalEvent)).willReturn(Optional.of(signalReceivedEvent));

        //when
        listenerDelegate.onEvent(internalEvent);

        //then
        verify(firstListener).onEvent(signalReceivedEvent);
        verify(secondListener).onEvent(signalReceivedEvent);
    }

    @Test
    public void failOnExceptionShouldReturnFalse() {
        assertThat(listenerDelegate.isFailOnException()).isFalse();
    }
}

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'We've got to do better': Anchorage police address racial bias, use of force policies
Lex Treinen, Alaska Public Media - Anchorage
Anchorage police officers enter the downtown headquarters on Tuesday, June 9, 2020. (Lex Treinen/Alaska Public Media)
Following a weekend of large demonstrations, the Anchorage Police Department said it had a "progressive mindset" on use-of-force policies and racial bias training, but acknowledged it could improve.
At a press conference on Tuesday, Anchorage Police Chief Justin Doll said that the city's police department had robust training in recognizing implicit biases and conflict de-escalation.
"It's something that they are exposed to at the beginning of the police academy and then that concept is woven into every training class that they get that involves interacting with the public and use of force for the rest of the six months that they're at the police academy," he said.
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Anchorage Mayor Ethan Berkowitz (second from left), Anchorage Police Department Chief Justin Doll (second from right) and Deputy Chief Kenneth McCoy (right) speak at a press conference on June 9, 2020 (Screenshot from Ethan Berkowitz Facebook)
But he said the department needs to do better in documenting the race of victims of police violence. According to data on police shootings compiled by the Washington Post, 11 people have been killed by Anchorage police since 2015. Of those victims, five were listed as white by the Post, two were Alaska Native, one was black, one was Asian, and two are unknown.
Doll said that the department's policies banned shooting at moving vehicles except in "extraordinary circumstances" and required reporting any use of force by an officer. He said the Alaska Police Standards Council, an advisory council made up of citizens and law enforcement that is appointed by the governor, "can and will" remove and officer for various forms of misconduct and that the Department of Law's Office of Special Prosecutions reviews all officer-involved uses of deadly force and makes conclusions about police conduct.
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Doll said he didn't have data on the demographic composition of the police department, but he said the city needed to do work to hire more minority officers.
"I think that the department should reflect the community so to the extent that we can attract qualified applicants from all the various groups that are represented in our community, we would love to do that," he said.
Doll said that the department is getting ready to submit a proposal to the Anchorage Assembly to get officers to start using body cameras. He said the department is in "full support" of requiring body cameras to be worn, but said that they are expensive to implement.
According to the Bureau of Justice Statistics, about 50% of police departments around the country had acquired body cameras as of 2016, though many hadn't fully implemented their use.
Mayor Ethan Berkowitz said that there were also ways that Anchorage can invest in alternatives to policing, most notably into mental health treatment. He said that the police department is not designed to deal with mental health issues, though officers routinely do.
Berkowitz pauses during a speech on Friday, June 5 at a rally for justice for George Floyd. Berkowitz received both cheers and boos from the crowd during the speech. (Lex Treinen/Alaska Public Media)
"We are looking at bolstering the Anchorage Health Department because the health department is a critical piece of public safety so we can have more mobile, social workers, we can have the kind of non-police intervention that makes a difference," he said.
The city budget for 2020 allocated about $13 million to the Anchorage Health Department and about $122 million for the police department.
Berkowitz also said that he had been reminded he needs to listen to the community's concerns more. At a recent rally to remember George Floyd, Berkowitz was heckled by some protesters after saying that the Anchorage Police Department doesn't have the same problems as other cities.
Desmond David-Pitts, whose brother was shot by police officers in Anchorage this February, reacts during the mayor's speech on Friday, June 5, 2020 (Lex Treinen/Alaska Public Media)
"There were a lot of reminders that I need to listen more with my heart than perhaps I did initially. This is not simply a problem that we can solve by applying some policy answer we need to hear what each other are saying and all of us come to this place from different places and have taken different paths and wear different burdens of history," he said.
Berkowitz said that Tuesday's conference was the beginning of a conversation that will continue between the public and the city's police department.
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Central Colo has a new investor and CEO. Safanad, a global private equity firm with ambitions in the data center sector, has brought in industry veteran Ken Parent to help Central Colo fill its Silicon Valley data center and expand across the U.S.
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Pakistan is playing a dangerous game with young minds
Vinay Jha |
An online game launched in Pakistan has violent attacks against security forces in Jammu and Kashmir as its underlying theme
A desperate Pakistan has now started using the digital medium to indoctrinate young minds and turn them against India and its armed forces. A website and online game launched recently by a Pakistani firm uses graphic imagery to promote and justify violence in Jammu and Kashmir by Pakistan-based terrorist groups and organisations.
Named "The Kashmir Intifada", the game has violent attacks against security forces in the Union Territory as its underlying theme. A person playing the game can stage bomb attacks in public places in Kashmir, attack security personnel deployed there, and carry out suicide strikes.
The game's launch was covered widely in the Pakistani media, with reports describing the different stages of the game in detail. The game's promoters have also attempted to glorify Hizb-ul-Mujahideen terrorist Burhan Wani who was killed by Indian security forces in July 2016.
The Pakistani government has been conspicuous by its silence on the game and its content, implying its tacit consent to the message that is being propagated through it. This silence does not, however, come as a surprise.
Pakistan's Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) has been very active when it comes to hiring youth to carry out propaganda against India through the digital medium, particularly on social media platforms. Thousands of fake profiles were created on social media after the Indian government abrogated Jammu and Kashmir's special status and made it a Union Territory on August 5, 2019.
These fake profiles were then used to peddle an anti-India narrative on Kashmir, mostly using wrong and misleading information and passing off photographs and videos of violence from other regions including Palestine to describe the ground situation in Jammu and Kashmir.
Last year, Indian security and intelligence agencies said that they had evidence about hi-tech facilities being set up by Pakistan to promote an anti-India sentiment, particularly over Jammu and Kashmir, in the virtual world.
The Kashmir Intifada game is yet another example of Pakistan's repeated attempts to use all available for its propaganda on Jammu and Kashmir. Its interactive nature is intended to get young players hooked to the game for long enough to be brainwashed into believing whatever the Pakistani government and military are saying about Jammu and Kashmir.
In the past few months, the Pakistani media has readily lapped up the narrative being projected through the game.
The headlines for most of the news articles published on it are in keeping with the Pakistani establishment's line on Kashmir. For instance, the headline in The Express Tribune says "Game Intifada Kashmir highlights brutality in occupied Kashmir".
Coming back to the game itself, it shows different ways in which violence can be used against Indian security forces in Jammu and Kashmir. A part of the game is about attacks in public places and against establishments like hospitals.
The propaganda campaigns launched by Pakistani agencies in recent years have relied on three key elements - lies, deceit, and deception. This continues to hold true.
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Jackbox Party Packs
You can't go wrong with just some Jackbox Party Pack games if you have a large bunch of pals around. These games are similar to Human Fall Flat in that they are simple to learn, quick to play, and humorous. From quizzes to sketching games, there are a plethora of activities to occupy a few hours. Only one person needs to purchase a pack, and then everyone may participate using their smartphones. Up to eight (and occasionally more) players can participate, much like in Human Fall Flat on PC.
The latest release from Jackbox is Party Pack 8, which includes some wonderful games to try, including the intricate murder mystery Weapons Drawn. However, be sure to look over all of the packs to determine which ones appeal to you the most.
Human Fall Flat is a really popular game and today we are going to tell you about some of the alternatives that you can find that are quite similar to this app online.
Golf with Friends
Golf With Your Friends adds a dash of craziness to what could have been a straightforward sporting event. You and your pals will have a wonderful time playing mini-golf. However, with a few modifications to the settings, you can cause all kinds of havoc. Instead of the usual golf ball, you may knock each other off the course, bounce around, and even use various items. It's more enjoyable to sabotage your friend's intentions or attempt intricate trick shots in order to get that hole in one.
Fall Guys, the summer 2020 hit that produced a slew of memes, may have faded in popularity, but it's still a fun way to spend a few hours with friends. The map collection is constantly being expanded by the creators through free updates, ensuring that there is always new stuff to play.
Unrailed
Unrailed is a great game to play if you're seeking for something comparable to Human Fall Flat. This is a game similar to Human Fall Flat in which you must collaborate to overcome bizarre stages. Unrailed! follows four buddies as they attempt to construct a railway track. What's the catch? The train will not wait for you to complete it. Before the train crashes, you must gather the materials, clear a way, and construct the tracks.
The train becomes faster as you proceed through each stage, and the stages get more difficult to manoeuvre. It's a challenging yet exciting task that will captivate your buddies right away.
Hidden In Plain Sight is a fantastic, one-of-a-kind stealth party game. When you're searching for a more competitive experience in your party game, it's a great Human Fall Flat option. There are numerous modes in the game, but the basic goal is to blend in with the throng. You must wander around the screen as if you were an NPC. If the other players discover out you're not an NPC, they'll try to get you kicked out of the game.
Human Fall Flat is a fantastic video game that gives players the most exposure. No Brakes Productions and Code glue collaborated to create this fantastic video game. This website is not an official representative or the developer of this application. Copyrighted materials belong to their respective owners.
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Piracy rates fall, kidnappings rise
AP, KUALA LUMPUR and MANILA
Members of the Philippine Coast Guard yesterday inspect the almost sunken fishing boat of Filipino fishermen who were killed by suspected pirates in waters near Zamboanga City, Philippines, on Monday night.
Photo: Philippine Coast Guard via AP
Sea piracy plunged to its lowest levels in 18 years last year, but kidnappings of crewmembers for ransom is escalating off west Africa and in the Sulu Sea near the Philippines, a global maritime watchdog said yesterday.
The International Maritime Bureau said in its annual report that 191 piracy incidents were recorded worldwide, down from 246 in 2015 and the lowest level since 1998.
It said pirates hijacked seven vessels and held 151 hostages, down from 15 ships and 271 hostages in 2015.
However, it said maritime kidnappings surged threefold to 62 people from just 19 in 2015.
It said that 34 were captured off west Africa, while 28 were taken from tugs, barges, fishing boats and more recently merchant ships in waters around Malaysia and Indonesia, and were believed to be transferred to the southern Philippines.
"The continued fall in piracy is good news, but certain shipping routes remain dangerous and the escalation of crew kidnapping is a worrying trend in some emerging areas. The kidnappings in the Sulu Sea between eastern Malaysia and the Philippines are a particular concern," bureau director Pottengal Mukundan said in a statement.
In the past quarter alone, 12 crew were kidnapped from two cargo vessels that were on the move and from an anchored fishing vessel in the Sulu Sea, the bureau said.
In November, a bulk carrier was fired upon, but pirates were not able to board the vessel, while earlier last year crewmembers were kidnapped in three attacks on vulnerable slow-moving tugs and barges, it said.
The bureau, whose piracy reporting center is based in Kuala Lumpur, urged ship owners to consider avoiding the Sulu Sea.
It called on governments to investigate and identify the kidnappers and punish them according to the law.
It urged ships to be vigilant in the Gulf of Guinea, which remained a high-risk kidnapping hotspot, with 34 seized from vessels in nine incidents.
Worldwide, Indonesia remained the top hotspot for piracy with 49 incidents, mostly low-level thefts, but this was sharply down from 108 in 2015.
Attacks surged off Nigeria, which accounted for 36 incidents, up from 14 in 2015.
India accounted for 14 incidents, Peru reported 11 and the Philippines 10.
In related news, eight Filipino fishermen were fatally shot by at least five suspected pirates who boarded their boat in the southern Philippines, officials said yesterday.
Seven other crewmembers survived the attack on Monday night in waters near Zamboanga City by jumping off the boat and swimming away when the attackers began tying up their colleagues, said Commodore Joel Garcia, head of Coast Guard Education and Training Command.
"According to the initial investigation, [the attackers] were on board a boat and they were all armed," he said. "They immediately tied up eight of the crewmen, and the seven others were able to jump out and survive."
Two of the survivors reached land and reported the massacre to a village leader, who alerted the coast guard. Two vessels were sent to the area, and coast guard personnel found the fishing boat floating with eight bodies on board. Pictures released by the coast guard showed the bodies sprawled on the boat's bow, with a nylon cord tying the men together by their hands.
The coast guard found the five other survivors floating near Siromon Island, and they were given medical care and taken to the fishing boat's homeport.
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In the event that a customer has encountered a problem or has a concern to raise in respect of St Andrew's Hospice Big fish lottery, then St. Andrew's Hospice will in the first instance advise the customer to contact the Lottery Office.
Any problems or concerns that are brought to the Lottery Office's attention will be formally recorded within the Complaints Log, initially as an 'incident', for St Andrew's Hospice future analysis and Gambling Commission reporting purposes.
We aim to respond as soon as possible, but normally within five days. If the investigation of the complaint is likely to take longer than five days, we will write to you to let you know the proposed timescales and next steps, aiming to resolve your complaint within a maximum of 30 days.
We will investigate your complaint involving relevant parties as necessary.
We will contact you to let you know the outcome of your complaint and any actions we have taken as a result of this.
If you are unhappy with the resolution of your complaint, you should put your complaint in writing to Geoff Jago, St. Andrews Hospice, Peaks Lane, Grimsby. DN32 9RP. The matter will be escalated to a 'dispute', if applicable.
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We will then contact you with our findings, recommendations and proposed actions.
If you are still not satisfied, we will refer your complaint/dispute to the, free to access, Independent Betting Adjudication Service (IBAS) within two months of our decision (www.ibas-uk.com).
IBAS will act as an impartial adjudicator after the complaint/dispute has been through both of the above stages of our own internal dispute procedure and a deadlock still exists. An IBAS panel of experts will apply their specialist knowledge to the facts and adjudicate by reference to our own terms and conditions.
St Andrew's Hospice is licensed and regulated in Great Britain by the Gambling Commission under account number 4994. www.gamblingcommission.gov.uk.
In 2020, £459,952 was raised from ticket sales in our Weekly Lottery and our seasonal Super Draws, with 17.44% being spent on Prizes, 14.04% spent on Expenses and 68.52% went towards St Andrew's Hospice incorporating Andy's, who provide comprehensive care for patients of all ages with any progressive life-limiting illnesses and support for those who care for them. This translated to a fantastic £315,148.31! (Based on the Lottery Submissions made by St Andrew's Hospice to the Gambling Commission, during the 2020 calendar year).
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From December 17 through December 31, Today in Energy will feature a selection of our favorite articles from 2018. Today's article was originally published on October 26. Another article discussed solar becoming the third-most prevalent source of renewable electricity.
Nearly 40%, or 10.4 gigawatts (GW), of utility-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) systems operating in the United States at the end of 2017 were fixed-tilt PV systems rather than tracking systems. Of the utility-scale fixed-tilt solar PV systems, 76% of the capacity was installed at a fixed angle between 20 degrees and 30 degrees from the horizon.
The amount of electricity generated by a fixed-tilt solar PV system depends on the orientation of the PV panels relative to the sun. The panels of a solar PV system collect solar radiation more efficiently when the sun's rays are perpendicular to the panel.
Fixed-tilt PV systems use two separate angles that determine their orientation relative to the sun: the azimuth and the tilt.
The azimuth specifies the compass direction that a tilted panel is facing: north, south, east, or west. Most panels in the Northern Hemisphere are south-facing.
The tilt is the angle from the horizontal ground. A tilt of zero degrees means that the panel is lying flat on the ground, while a tilt of 90 degrees means that the panel is perpendicular to the ground, like on the side of a building.
Latitude is often the primary factor that determines the tilt of the panels because tilting the panel toward the south at an angle equal to its latitude will maximize the panel's annual exposure to direct sunlight. In the United States, systems installed at lower latitudes (further south) typically have shallower PV tilts, while systems installed at higher latitudes (further north) typically have steeper tilts.
U.S. utility-scale fixed-tilt PV systems are located at latitudes between 20 degrees (Hawaii) and 50 degrees north, in states such as Oregon and Minnesota. Panels are often installed at a shallower tilt than would be indicated by latitude because of other factors such as height limitations, shading concerns, and system layouts. Systems with tilt angles less than the latitude angle of the plant's location are expected to have enhanced output during spring and summer months when the mid-day sun is higher in the sky, at the expense of reduced output during fall and winter.
In recent years, solar power plants have increasingly been installed with tracking systems instead of fixed-tilt systems. Tracking systems either rotate on a single axis (typically east to west) or on a dual axis. Although tracking systems are more expensive than fixed-tilt systems, revenue from the additional electricity generated by following the path of the sun across the sky often exceeds the increased cost. Because the tracking mechanism is designed to track east to west, many existing single-axis tracking systems have a tilt of zero degrees.


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Audi Q7 e-tron: Excellent even among hybrids
Nearly a year ago, Audi presented the new Q7 at the Detroit Auto Show. Meet its plug-in hybrid version, with 373 hp and an impressive 56 km electric range.
It is hard to say that the Audi Q7 will instantly win everybody's hearts with its new exterior. We can, therefore, understand its opponents (or anybody who dislikes its exterior) in their claim that the car more resembles a mini MPV than a pure-bred premium crossover. Audi immediately refuted these implications, during our conversation at the Detroit Auto Show, while also adding that, even though the exterior design may not be the car's biggest attribute, the new Audi Q7 was on the right path to convince the public.
And it did! In fact, it was even acclaimed as one of the top premium crossovers. That's not because the car is visually attractive, needless to say, but it is because it's genuinely good. It will conquer you with the traits that lurk out of your sightlines. It will convince you, as well as your passengers, the moment you sit in it. It will captivate you with an above-average ride that even many luxury limousines fail to live up to. In a nutshell, the new Audi Q7 embodies various worlds (classes, specifically) and promises a unique driving experience. If we paraphrase, it matches all that had been promised and predicted by Audi experts, when the new Q7 was first introduced.
Less than a year since its world premier, the Audi Q7 also hit the European roads as a hybrid. Audi models alike, the Q7 brandishes a recognizable and well-known e-tron extension. Though it remains the same in terms of design (a disappointment to some), the Q7 e-tron comes technologically advanced, with an excellent hybrid system and a better-than-average ride.
But what matters most is that driving the hybrid version requires no compromises. Even more, the Audi Q7 e-tron offers all the bells and whistles of the internal-combustion engines, while increasing the value of the car, thanks to its hybrid drivetrain. It seems as though the electrification of private vehicles has finally arrived, at a stage where a driver will have a clear conscience, enjoying the benefits of the inaudible electric ride, while playing with the possibility to exploit everything (and even more) that comes with the versions powered by an internal-combustion engine. In this day and age, that should apply to all plug-in hybrids, or at least regular hybrids, but that is often not the case. Not only do some of these cars feature a different design, they also come with a carefully (and sometimes badly) chosen engine, and a transmission that may not be to the driver's liking. But there is no denying that there are customers out there who will want a green and visually distinct car, primarily to show off.
Though it is nearly identical to its other Audi siblings, in terms of design, the Audi Q7 e-tron has nevertheless undergone some minor alterations. It features a different front grill, and special 19- or 20-inch aluminum wheels that have been used in other models. No less impressive is the interior, which remains the same and unrestricted, even in the face of the hybrid drivetrain. To keep track of its operation, the Q7 e-tron features a standard multi-media system MMI, including the Audi virtual cockpit which will, upon request, provide detailed statistics about the fuel consumption and electric range. The MMI system can be operated by voice, by steering wheel controls, center console keys, or by use of a touchpad. Among the numerous driver assistance systems, particularly worthy of our attention is the Predictive Efficiency Assistant, which notifies the driver of the upcoming ascents or descents, curves and changing speed limits, with the help of its omniscient navigation system. Warned of a situation on the road ahead of time, the driver is able to release the accelerator in timely fashion, to avoid late and more intense braking, while also saving on fuel and electric energy.
The Audi Q7 e-tron powertrain pairs a 3.0 l turbo-diesel engine of 258 hp and 600 Nm of torque, with an electric motor of 128 hp and 350 Nm. With the system output of 373 hp and 700 Nm of torque, the Q7 e-tron can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in a mere 6 seconds, and tops out at 225 km/h, which is also owing to the exquisite eight-speed automatic transmission, and a Quattro permanent all-wheel drive. Most paramount, when we talk hybrids, are the electric range and the average fuel consumption. In ideal conditions, the Q7 e-tron will run for about 56 km on electricity alone, with a speed of up to 125 km/h. Theoretically speaking, moderate driving and a full battery will make the car consume no more than 1.7 liters of fuel per 100 km, and achieving an astounding 1400 km range should be possible. The driver can chose between four driving modes: EV (fully electric ride), Hybrid (automatic employment of the electric and internal-combustion engine), Battery Hold (battery energy conserved for later use) and Batter Charge mode (battery charging mid-drive).
Electrical energy is provided by a 17.3 kWh lithium-ion battery pack, mounted beneath the base of the trunk, which will take less than 2.5 hours to charge.
Furthermore, Audi offers its customers in Germany a transition to renewably-generated energy (Audi Energy), and a special Audi Charge & Fuel Card, which can be used to pay for your fill-up. All this and more can be controlled via your smart phone.
What about the driving experience? Although hybrids are designed largely to accommodate the needs of laid-back drivers who appreciate a fuel-efficient car, we wondered what such a car can do during an ordinary, or slightly more dynamic, ride? In contrast to the basic model Q7, which offers an above-average driving experience, that is. The more than five meter-long Audi Q7 is no less convincing as a hybrid. Like the regular version, the e-tron inspires confidence on windy roads, despite more than 400 kg of additional weight from the hybrid powertrain and battery.
This is why we don't really have to think twice, to determine that Audi has kept its promise to make the new Q7 the best of the both worlds, those of the hybrid and the internal combustion engine.
May 5, 2016 Driving photo: Audi
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Press Statement: Correction of Misrepresented Report on the MD of TCN
June 27, 2019 June 28, 2019 Instant Africa
Usman Mohammed, Managing Director of TCN
The attention of Media Practitioners in the Energy Sector, MPIS, has been drawn to a misleading headline in an online platform which portrays the focused and hardworking Managing Director of Transmission Company of Nigeria TCN, Alhaji Usman Mohammed as not believing in the capacity of the Nigerian power sector to work better. Consequently, we make bold to state that:
(1) The writer of the story misquoted the MD in the context of the interview under reference, as the tittle negates the whole essence of the industry and cannot be true. All the actions, conducts and comments of Mr Mohammed since he took charge of the TCN has been targeted at improving the power sector in which he is a key player. It is therefore irreconcilable, malicious and mischievous for anybody to attribute a comment that "Nigeria should not expect stable electricity" to him, not when he is working for Nigeria to have stable power.
(2) The MD has executed several projects and programs which have repositioned the TCN and indeed the transmission segment of the power sector. There is therefore no doubt that the transmission segment is now on the path of sustainable growth and development. The generation as well as Distribution companies are therefore urged to endeavour at all times to play their complementary roles to TCN effectively to assist the Nigerian power sector attain the desired stability. As we speak, the distribution companies owe TCN over N231 Billion as at march, 2019.
(3) The MD's record of achievements in the electricity industry both as a staff of African Development Band, AfDB (where he was a principal power utility transformation specialist) and Acting MD of TCN where he was until now, speaks volumes. Thus, within the short period as MD of TCN, he has been able to turn around the fortunes of the transmission segment of the power sector around. It is now most stable, reliable and a most profitable segment in the nation's electricity value chain.
(4) We commend the Managing Director for working assiduously hard to transform the electricity sector and thank the President and Commander In-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Gen Mohammadu Buhari, GCFR, who in his wisdom and prerogative appointed Usman Mohammed as the substantive MD of TCN. We however urge Nigerians of all hues to give the MD the necessary support to enable him to succeed
(5) Being that independent findings alleged that those sponsoring this negative press against the MD are the corrupt elements that benefit from corruption and decay in the system which the MD has terminated, we urge those carrying out the campaign of calumny, like this news item, to desist from doing so as it runs contrary to the ethics of the journalism profession and also advise the MD to discountenance it as the handiwork of fifth columnist which will not succeed as his competence is not in doubt, most self-evident at least within the context of the current stability in electricity supply in the country and beyond.
(6) MPIS also appeals to the MD to remain focused in his duty and not to allow the campaign of calumny to distract him. He should continue in his effort to deliver measurable and productive service as posterity will surely vindicate him.
Finally, as a professional group, we have found out that the MD is not what the current attacks against his person in the pages of newspapers suggest. On the contrary, he is competent and most goal driven. He had set himself a goal: to reposition the power distribution sector for efficiency and reliability. Whether he has reached the goal can be seen by the current energy output in the country, which has doubled the pre-Buhari level. At least, under his directorship of TCN, the country has for the first time in three years witnessed remarkable improvement in grid stability .
This is a fact Nigerians should be grateful for and proud of. Albeit, we have, as a nation, not yet reached there, by his able leadership of the sector we shall get there. Meanwhile, all we need do is to throw our weight behind him to succeed in his effort to stabilize the sector than criticize him unnecessarily on the pages of newspapers.
Signed by :
Comrade Michael Ogbonna Mallam Hassan M Abdullahi
Ag National Coordinator General Secretary
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