TULSA – Tulsa Educare, Inc. (TEI), Tulsa Public Schools (TPS) and George Kaiser Family Foundation (GKFF) celebrated the start of construction on the city's third Educare site during a ceremony in early December. Opening of the third school will make Tulsa the only city in the nation with three Educares – and Oklahoma the only state in nation with four.
The new Tulsa site will open in August 2012. The 38,000-square-foot school will have 16 classrooms and meeting and training facilities.
The new school will also have a geothermal system providing efficient heating and cooling.
Tulsa Educare, Inc. was created to provide high-quality early childhood education and care to low-income families living in Tulsa and currently serves 364 children in two state-of-the-art community schools, providing a range of educational and family engagement opportunities for parents and children 6 weeks through 5 years of age.
"Our state is a leader in early education as a result of outstanding organizations like Educare," said Secretary of Education Phyllis Hudecki.
An Educare program is also working in the state's capital city. Educare of Oklahoma City (500 S.E. Grand Boulevard) opened in 2009, and operates adjacent to the new Cesar Chavez Elementary School, one of the new-site "products" of the historic MAPS for enacted by voter referenda in 2001.
Oklahoma City's site serves 200 children and their families. Partnerships at the city site includes Inasmuch Foundation, Sunbeam Family Services, Community Action Agency of Oklahoma and Canadian Counties, the public school system and United Way.
Tulsa Mayor Dewey Bartlett and local public school Superintendent Keith Ballard were on-hand for the recent ground-breaking celebration. TPS is taking the lead for the work on the grounds of Nathan Hale High School, Whitney Middle School and MacArthur Elementary.
TEI is part of a national network of agencies attempting to make a difference in the lives of very young, at-risk children and families through strong public-private partnerships. Educare is operational in Arizona, Maine, Chicago, the District of Columbia, Denver, Kansas City, Miami-Dade County (Florida), Milwaukee, Omaha, Seattle and West DuPage. Schools are in development in New Orleans, Lincoln (Nebraska), Baltimore, the Silicon Valley, Los Angeles and Newark.
Architect and construction firms involved in the project include Kinslow, Keith & Todd, Inc., RDG Planning, Crossland Construction Company, Inc. and Stonebridge Group.
Tulsa Educare, Inc. (TEI) is a not-for-profit organization created through a partnership with TPS, Kaiser's foundation, Family and Children's Services, Tulsa Community Foundation, Community Action Project, the University of Oklahoma and the Bounce Learning Network.
At Kendall-Whittier (one of the first two Educare facilities in Tulsa) some 200 children and their families are served. This program (2511 East 5th Place) includes an on-site health clinic run in cooperation with OU Physicians. Early childhood educators at the Kendall-Whittier site (which is part of the Tulsa public school system) work in partnership with the adjacent Union school district. The site opened in August 2006.
Levit told CapitolBeatOK that eventually the clinic might be available to the economically challenged families and the surrounding community even outside of pre-school hours.
That site was bustling this past week, with space devoted to meetings for family advocates from Educare sites across the U.S.
They came to Oklahoma for networking and training.
Kendall-Whittier provides a hint of future partnerships that might evolve. It operates in close cooperation with Early Head Start and other partners. The operation is immediately adjacent to the public elementary school of the same name. The population is predominantly but not exclusively Latino or Hispanic, staff told CapitolBeatOK.
Adjacent to Hawthorne public school in Tulsa's Educare II. With partnerships and alliances similar to Kendall-Whittier, the population served is predominantly but not exclusively African-American. Some 164 children and families are served at the facility, which opened in February 2010.


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Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research is the only UK charity solely dedicated to research into blood cancers, including leukaemia, lymphoma and myeloma. Around 30,000 people of all ages, from newborn babies to grandparents are diagnosed in the UK with blood cancers every year. The charity receives no government funding and relies entirely on voluntary support. Their life-saving research is focused on finding causes, improving diagnosis and treatments, and running groundbreaking clinical trials, giving patients the best possible chance of survival.
Cancer Research UK's work has saved thousands of lives, but they still have a long way to go. Their research is entirely funded by the public and has helped save millions of lives by discovering new ways to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer.
Action for Children supports and speaks out for the most vulnerable and neglected children and young people in the UK. They support families at critical times and with difficult problems, help vulnerable and excluded young people and provide specialist help and support for disabled children.
Cam Sight is a local charity, working with blind and partially sighted people within Cambridgeshire. Cam Sight offers people living with sight loss in Cambridgeshire a wide range of quality services and opportunities to help maintain their independence and quality of life. They also work to prevent avoidable sight loss and to raise greater awareness of the reality of living with sight difficulties.


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This year's 14U Player Development Program will see individual registrations only. Each participant will train weekly in our highly structured training program that begins right after Labor Day and runs through MID NOVEMBER (extended from previous years).
This program is designed for 7th and 8th graders, however 6th graders that will be playing on the 60/90 diamond in 2019 will also be accepted. This program is for junior high school and middle school player looking to get high quality training and game action during the fall season.
Wood Bat Game - These games will be located in the Foxboro area, but may not always be in Foxboro or an adjacent town. Teams will be created after the first week of skills sessions held at RBI the week of 9/5. Teammate requests will be taken however.
Indoor HitTrax session which will include high level video hitting analysis as well as a competitive indoor hitting game using the state of the art hitting program.
Each week will be something a little different, but we have a structured program put together that will ensure the highest quality of skill development over the important fall months.
Games/Hittrax will be Saturdays at times/locations TBD weekly beginning Saturday, September 8th and running through Saturday, October 20th. The game portion of this program will have no rain dates, but training program will run through November 15th.


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On 7 September 2018, the Faculty of Education proudly awarded 28 Doctor of Philosophy degrees.
DETA 2017 a great success
The Unit for Distance Education co-chairs a biennial conference on Distance Education and Teachers' Training in Africa (DETA). The DETA conference in August 2017 was hosted by the College of Education of the University of Rwanda in Kigali. A record number of delegates attended the 2017...
DEASA 2017 hosted in Lusaka
The Unit for Distance Education is a member of the Distance Education Association of Southern Africa (DEASA) and currently manages the DEASA finances. From 09 to 12 November, Dr Tony Mays and Mr Willem Cronje were in Lusaka to participate in an exco meeting, to offer in-country logistical support...
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Ms Rebecca Wambua, the Director: Institute for Open and Distance Learning, Africa Nazarene University (Ongata-Rongai, Nairobi, Kenya) is on a work visit to the Unit for Distance Education.
Pan-Commonwealth Conference, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (PCF8)
The Unit for Distance Education will be presenting two papers at the PCF8 conference in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
748 Distance Education Students Graduate
A total of 748 distance education students will be receiving their certificates during the spring graduation ceremonies.
The University will be graduating 896 distance education students at its Autumn Graduation Ceremony.
New Manager: Unit for Distance Education
Tony Mays has assumed duty as the new Manager of the Unit for Distance Education, University of Pretoria.
New Programme
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Introducing new additions to Washington's 'Greatest Players' list
The Washington Commanders have introduced the new additions to their greatest players ilst.
My Cause, My Cleats | Jahan Dotson
Washington Commanders wide receiver Jahan Dotson explains the story behind his cleats for the NFL's "My Cause, My Cleats" initiative.
Values of a Veteran | Jeremy Reaves for Salute to Service
The son of two veterans, Jeremy Reaves is no stranger to hard work and discipline. He owes this upbringing to how he has been able to face and overcome so much adversity in his life and NFL career. Last year, Reaves lost his mother unexpectedly during the 2021 season. Now, he carries on her memory through the lessons that she taught him.
Symbols of pride, excellence, appreciation: the story behind Ron Rivera's challenge coin collection
Ahead of the Commanders' 2022 Salute to Service game, head coach Ron Rivera explains the origins and meaning behind his challenge coin collection.
Start fast, drive faster | Commanders Log: Episode 3
In episode 3 of Commanders Log, the team travels to Joint Base Andrews for its annual training camp practice at the United States military facility in Prince George's County, Md. The next day, despite standout performances from rookies Sam Howell and Brian Robinson, Washington loses a close one at home in its preseason opener against the Carolina Panthers in the first official game of the Commanders era. The following day, defensive end Chase Young travels to Richmond, Va., to be the honorary pace car driver at the Federated Auto Parts 400 NASCAR Cup Series race at Richmond Raceway.
Commanders Log | Episode 2 | No Excuses
With training camp underway in Ashburn, the Commanders gather together with their sights set on victory. Learn about the character of Terry McLaurin from the man who raised, catch a behind the scenes look at Ryan Kerrigan's retirement, and see how a former Army Master Sergeant installed a no quit mentality into the 2022 squad.
Commanders Log | The First-Ever Offseason of the Washington Commanders
An all-access look at the first-ever offseason of the Washington Commanders, which included a blockbuster trade for QB Carson Wentz, a draft class headlined by WR Jahan Dotson and the contract extension of franchise cornerstone WR Terry McLaurin.
Making the Brand | Episode 4
As the Washington Football Team enters the home stretch of its rebranding efforts, team president Jason Wright takes fans through each step of the process and what lies ahead.
The People's Team | Making The Brand | Episode 3
Check out the Washington Football Team's rebrand with the third episode of Making The Brand. Featuring an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at a meeting between head coach Ron Rivera, general manager Martin Mayhew and president Jason Wright as they discuss new name and logo options for the Washington Football Team.
Path Forward | Making The Brand | Episode 2
Get an inside look at the Washington Football Team's rebrand with the second episode of "Making The Brand".
Get an inside look at the Washington Football Team rebrand with this first episode of "Making The Brand". Hear from Code & Theory's Dan Gardner about the process, and get a glimpse into the focus groups helping to lead the charge of the rebrand.


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Volvo V60 review
If you fancy a challenge, try understating the transformation Volvo has undergone since it was offloaded by Ford eight years ago.
Under chief designer Thomas Ingenlath, the brand has since unleashed a series of beautiful, powerfully styled concept cars and then followed them up with recognisably related production models.
Volvo's signature 'Thor's hammer' headlights grab your attention straight away. Could this be one of the best-looking estates on sale? We certainly think so.
Its engineers have developed an economically viable, effective powertrain strategy whereby four-cylinder diesel and petrol engines are adapted to a broad range of mission briefs with the use of supercharging, turbocharging and, increasingly, plug-in hybrid technology.
There are 48V mild hybrids to come in 2019 as Europe adapts to a post-Dieselgate market and plans are currently being put in place to meet ambitious expectations for demand in autonomous technologies and the purchasing of cars through a subscription service.
Now, under the auspices of Chinese multinational Geely, Volvo is a savvy organisation earning record profits and routinely challenging for best in class. It's a different world from the one in which the marque was quietly admired by those of a certain persuasion for the manner in which a dog-eared 240 GL would dispatch a quarter of a million miles without histrionics.
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So where does the V60, introduced as an uncharacteristically svelte Volvo estate in 2010 and now in its second generation, fit in?
You might be surprised to learn that profit is not necessarily its primary objective. The market for premium estate cars is, after all, a shrinking one (we'll let you guess where those in need of family transport are now choosing to put their money), but as a premium brand looking to cement its new-found aspirational charm, it's one in which it is imperative for Volvo to be regarded among the best.
That means matching, and perhaps exceeding, the likes of the BMW 3 Series, Mercedes-Benz C-Class and Audi A4 in terms of practicality, desirability and performance. While that's no mean feat, we suspect many of those lining up the purchase of a mid-sized premium estate would welcome an excuse to go somewhere other than those German marques.
The question is whether this new V60 will allow them to do so without regret.
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Dometic Acquires Zamp Solar
Stockholm, Sweden - May 27, 2021. On May 26, 2021, Dometic completed the acquisition of Zamp Solar, a leading North American manufacturer of innovative and high-quality mobile solar power solutions for the outdoor market.
The acquisition of Zamp Solar broadens Dometic's position in the fast-growing market for mobile solar power solutions.
In 2020, Zamp Solar's sales were approximately USD 14 million with a good operating margin and strong organic sales growth.
The transaction is effective from today and is expected to be accretive to Dometic's EPS from start.
DESCRIPTION OF ZAMP SOLAR
Since its founding in 2010, Zamp Solar has rapidly become one of the leading North American manufacturers of innovative, high-quality mobile solar power solutions. Based in Bend (Oregon) and with more than 400 active customers, Zamp Solar serves several vertical end markets in the outdoor space.
Zamp Solar's products are known for their high-quality and recycled contents, and include solar panels, charge controllers, power boxes and various solar kits.
With 50% of net sales in service and aftermarket, total 2020 net sales were approximately USD 14 million with a good operating margin and strong organic sales growth. Zamp Solar has approximately 65 employees.
BACKGROUND AND REASONS FOR THE TRANSACTION
Expansion in the fast-growing market for mobile power solutions is a strategic priority for Dometic. The market demand for sustainable and effective off-grid mobile power solutions is rapidly increasing as more and more people spend time outdoors using a vehicle or boat as the base. This acquisition strengthens Dometic's presence, know-how and distribution network for mobile solar power solutions in North America.
"We are excited to welcome the Zamp Solar team to Dometic. Zamp Solar complements our earlier acquisitions in mobile power solutions and brings unique in-house design and manufacturing expertise. In addition to positioning Dometic at the forefront of vehicle electrification trends, mobile power solutions also address the critical need for people using powered products when experiencing the outdoor lifestyle. Our strategy for profitable expansion in Mobile Living is built on a combination of organic and acquisitive growth. This is our fifth announced acquisition this year and our pipeline of potential future acquisitions remains strong." says Juan Vargues, President and CEO of Dometic.
The acquisition is fully financed via cash on hand and is expected to be accretive to Dometic's EPS from start.
The transaction price is not material in relation to Dometic's market capitalization and is not disclosed. The transaction is structured as a simultaneous sign and close and is effective from today. Zamp Solar will be reported as part of segment Americas.
Minako Nakatsuma Olofzon | pr@dometic.com | +46 8 501 025 41
ABOUT DOMETIC
Dometic is a global market leader in branded solutions for mobile living in the areas of Food & Drinks, Climate, Power & Control and Other Applications. Dometic operates in the Americas, EMEA and Asia Pacific, providing products for use in motorhomes, trucks and premium cars, pleasure and workboats, and for a variety of other uses. Our motivation is to create smart and reliable products with outstanding design. We sell our products in approximately 100 countries and have a global distribution and dealer network in place to serve the aftermarket. Dometic employs approximately 6,500 people worldwide, had net sales of more than SEK 16.2 billion (USD 1.8 billion) in 2020 and is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden.
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Armenian Army Losing its Quality: HAK Statement on Army Day
"The disturbing manifestation of this are the tragic incidents in the army as a result of hazing, the victims of which are conscripts. An indisputable example of...
In the Coming 10 Years, Armenia will Live within Conditions of 'Tragic' TV Programs
Public discussions of amendments to laws, particularly laws on TV and radio, must begin before those laws are adopted, and not after, when the public and the...
Armenian Press Threatened with 'Immoral Lifestyle' and 'National Leaders'
Asparez Journalists' Club Chair Levon Barseghyan sent a query to Armenia's National Commission on Television and Radio (NCTR), asking for clarification on...
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According to the demonstrators, all those whom they've approached on the issue of the fees of importing goods having doubled...
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Armenia never sold nor resold weapons to Iran. We have no military-technical cooperation, said Armenian President Serzh Sargsyan in an...
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A photographic record of the last days of this base being in service taken in June 1997 whilst fully operational. It closed on 31 March 1999 and has subsequently been redeveloped as the Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy and hosted the 2012 UK Olympic Games.
Located adjacent to the Royal Navy base at Portland harbour, operated float planes during WWI but was developed as a helicopter base in 1946. It then became 'home' to many ship's flights with new hangars and accommodation housed a large number of squadrons and operational and training flights using Wasp, Whirlwind, Wessex, Sea King and Lynx types plus pilotless target drones.
The document lists all units and their equipment, a short history and full photographic record of all buildings and the airfield including many aerial photos.
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A stick-on bra probably isn't high up on your new-season shopping list, but as the social season gets into swing, investing in the perfect wardrobe foundations is a must, particularly if your head has been turned by a backless dress.
There's a slew of brands specialising solely in adhesive underwear solutions, alongside offerings from lingerie heroes such as M&S. One of the standout names we keep getting recommendations for the former is Fashion Forms. At Selfridges, which stocks an impressive 44 different lingerie names, Fashion Forms is its best-selling stick-on brand. One of the most popular pieces in the range is the Nu Bra Push-Up (£46), which we're told will ensure the perfect solution to any underwear issues. Stocked by John Lewis and Net-a-Porter, it's got all the endorsement we need to give it a go.
It's also worth shouting about InvisiBra, which offers a mind-boggling array of not just styles but attractive finishes. If a flesh-coloured silicone cup isn't your thing (and yes, it caters to differing skin colours and tones), you can choose lace finishes in blue, magenta, black and even matching underwear sets.
So it's time to stop assuming that because you've never previously dared a backless dress, you can't do so now. Get clicking, get ordering and get trying, because we're sure there's one in the edit below for you.
If you're after some lift, try this desirable style.
Cheap and cheerful, these cups can be trimmed to size and stick to your clothing rather than your skin.
Be sure to check out Inivisbra if you'd like your stick-on lingerie to work in harmony with the rest of your drawer.
M&S's adhesive offering comes in sizes 1 to 6, with a clear explainer of what cup size is recommended.
This discreet style doesn't have sticky wings around the under-arm, so it feels like you aren't wearing anything.
Of a similar shape to the M&S style, this features underwire for added support.
If your dress boasts a plunging neckline too, this might be the ticket.
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Marks and Spencer food at Christmas has been a tradition in my family for as long as I can remember. My mum has always shopped for food at M&S and still does once a week – she always picks us up our favourite little treats when she is there too like their slab of Cheese and Tomato Pizza, Chocolate Fudge cake & Milk Chocolate Rounds.
I have many a memory of walking around the M&S foodhall as a child gathering my favourite treats as we went like the Swiss Chocolate Mountain Bar and a Bubbly Bar!
When M&S got in touch to ask if I help them promote the new foodhall opening in Walton On The Naze I jumped at the chance to help! Marks & Spencer will be opening the doors to its newest Foodhall in Walton-on-the-Naze on 28th November at 10am led by Store Manager Lisa Johnson.
M&S Walton-on-the-Naze will also offer the full range of M&S Clothing & Home products via its Collect in Store service. Customers can opt for next day pick up if they order online by 10pm the night before on M&S.com and the store will also offer hassle free returns.
I trialled the M&S click and collect service at our local store and it was so easy, I simply loaded my online basket with the items I wanted and then checked out selecting click and collect as the delivery option. Click and collect orders are available to collect from 12 noon on the day; I selected the day before I was going to collect as my delivery date so that I could pick up my items earlier in the day – they hold them for 7 days so there is no immediate rush to collect once you have placed an order!
I ordered some matching festive pyjamas and we are all thrilled with them – the quality is lovely and Lily absolutely loves being able to match Daddy!
Marks & Spencer also wanted us to sample some of their Christmas Food range and gave us a £50 gift card to spend whilst in store. The manager kindly showed us around some of their latest collections and talked about some of the products that were in the TV advertising campaign. The manager also explained how some selected products have been chosen to be a Christmas 3for2 to reduce the price point for customers.
Marks & Spencer know how to do Christmas Food and we had a lot to choose from. We picked up some fine chocolates, festive shaped chocolates, mince pies, festive party favourites such as pigs in blankets & Beef filled Yorkshire puddings as well as grabbing a buy one get one free bargain on Christmas biscuits. We picked up some brandy snaps, Yule log and special festive crisps with flavours such as Pigs in Blankets, Iberico Ham & Tortilla Stars. We chose some mini Christmas puddings – perfect for those who are eating on their own this Christmas or those like us where only one member of the family likes the traditional pud! I was peckish looking at all the amazing food so also picked up a festive sandwich. We also treated ourselves to our favourite box of M&S Swiss chocolates!
We went a little over budget and spent £75 but the food has been amazing quality and a really lovely treat to have at this special time of year.
If you live near Walton on The Naze feel free to enter our competition over on Twitter where you can win a £50 M&S voucher to spend in the new Walton on The Naze Foodhall.
10. The winner's contact details will be passed to M&S and its representatives to process the prize and will not be used for any other purposes.
Disclosure: We were gifted M&S pyjamas and 2 Gift Cards in exchange for this honest review.
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text:
#ifndef MouseEvent_h
#define MouseEvent_h

#include "core/CoreExport.h"
#include "core/events/EventDispatchMediator.h"
#include "core/events/MouseEventInit.h"
#include "core/events/MouseRelatedEvent.h"
#include "platform/PlatformMouseEvent.h"

namespace blink {
class DataTransfer;
class EventDispatcher;

class CORE_EXPORT MouseEvent : public MouseRelatedEvent {
    DEFINE_WRAPPERTYPEINFO();
public:
    static PassRefPtrWillBeRawPtr<MouseEvent> create()
    {
        return adoptRefWillBeNoop(new MouseEvent);
    }

    // TODO(mustaq): Should replace most/all of these params with a MouseEventInit.
    static PassRefPtrWillBeRawPtr<MouseEvent> create(const AtomicString& type, bool canBubble, bool cancelable, PassRefPtrWillBeRawPtr<AbstractView>,
        int detail, int screenX, int screenY, int windowX, int windowY,
        int movementX, int movementY, PlatformEvent::Modifiers,
        short button, unsigned short buttons,
        PassRefPtrWillBeRawPtr<EventTarget> relatedTarget,
        double platformTimeStamp,
        PlatformMouseEvent::SyntheticEventType = PlatformMouseEvent::RealOrIndistinguishable);

    static PassRefPtrWillBeRawPtr<MouseEvent> create(const AtomicString& eventType, PassRefPtrWillBeRawPtr<AbstractView>, const PlatformMouseEvent&, int detail, PassRefPtrWillBeRawPtr<Node> relatedTarget);

    static PassRefPtrWillBeRawPtr<MouseEvent> create(ScriptState*, const AtomicString& eventType, const MouseEventInit&);

    static PassRefPtrWillBeRawPtr<MouseEvent> create(const AtomicString& eventType, PassRefPtrWillBeRawPtr<AbstractView>, PassRefPtrWillBeRawPtr<Event> underlyingEvent, SimulatedClickCreationScope);

    ~MouseEvent() override;

    static unsigned short platformModifiersToButtons(unsigned modifiers);
    static unsigned short buttonToButtons(short button);

    void initMouseEvent(ScriptState*, const AtomicString& type, bool canBubble, bool cancelable, PassRefPtrWillBeRawPtr<AbstractView>,
        int detail, int screenX, int screenY, int clientX, int clientY,
        bool ctrlKey, bool altKey, bool shiftKey, bool metaKey,
        short button, PassRefPtrWillBeRawPtr<EventTarget> relatedTarget, unsigned short buttons = 0);

    // WinIE uses 1,4,2 for left/middle/right but not for click (just for mousedown/up, maybe others),
    // but we will match the standard DOM.
    virtual short button() const { return m_button == -1 ? 0 : m_button; }
    unsigned short buttons() const { return m_buttons; }
    bool buttonDown() const { return m_button != -1; }
    EventTarget* relatedTarget() const { return m_relatedTarget.get(); }
    void setRelatedTarget(PassRefPtrWillBeRawPtr<EventTarget> relatedTarget) { m_relatedTarget = relatedTarget; }
    PlatformMouseEvent::SyntheticEventType syntheticEventType() const { return m_syntheticEventType; }

    Node* toElement() const;
    Node* fromElement() const;

    virtual DataTransfer* dataTransfer() const { return nullptr; }

    bool fromTouch() const { return m_syntheticEventType == PlatformMouseEvent::FromTouch; }

    const AtomicString& interfaceName() const override;

    bool isMouseEvent() const override;
    int which() const final;

    PassRefPtrWillBeRawPtr<EventDispatchMediator> createMediator() override;

    enum class Buttons : unsigned {
        None = 0,
        Left = 1 << 0,
        Right = 1 << 1,
        Middle = 1 << 2
    };

    DECLARE_VIRTUAL_TRACE();

protected:
    MouseEvent(const AtomicString& type, bool canBubble, bool cancelable, PassRefPtrWillBeRawPtr<AbstractView>,
        int detail, int screenX, int screenY, int windowX, int windowY,
        int movementX, int movementY,
        PlatformEvent::Modifiers, short button, unsigned short buttons,
        PassRefPtrWillBeRawPtr<EventTarget> relatedTarget,
        double platformTimeStamp,
        PlatformMouseEvent::SyntheticEventType);

    MouseEvent(const AtomicString& type, const MouseEventInit&);

    MouseEvent();

    short rawButton() const { return m_button; }

private:
    friend class MouseEventDispatchMediator;
    void initMouseEventInternal(const AtomicString& type, bool canBubble, bool cancelable, PassRefPtrWillBeRawPtr<AbstractView>,
        int detail, int screenX, int screenY, int clientX, int clientY,
        PlatformEvent::Modifiers,
        short button, PassRefPtrWillBeRawPtr<EventTarget> relatedTarget, InputDeviceCapabilities* sourceCapabilities, unsigned short buttons = 0);

    short m_button;
    unsigned short m_buttons;
    RefPtrWillBeMember<EventTarget> m_relatedTarget;
    PlatformMouseEvent::SyntheticEventType m_syntheticEventType;
};

class MouseEventDispatchMediator final : public EventDispatchMediator {
public:
    static PassRefPtrWillBeRawPtr<MouseEventDispatchMediator> create(PassRefPtrWillBeRawPtr<MouseEvent>);

private:
    explicit MouseEventDispatchMediator(PassRefPtrWillBeRawPtr<MouseEvent>);
    MouseEvent& event() const;

    bool dispatchEvent(EventDispatcher&) const override;
};

DEFINE_EVENT_TYPE_CASTS(MouseEvent);

} // namespace blink

#endif // MouseEvent_h


4.1 The international transactions reporting system (ITRS) 1 is part of the broader institutional data collection framework of many economies. It differs from economy to economy, drawing from economies' legal framework, accounting systems, and foreign exchange regulations; however, virtually all such systems have certain features in common. Most ITRS (formerly known as foreign exchange record systems) evolved as by-products of foreign exchange control systems. However, as foreign exchange restrictions were eased or lifted, many systems were extended beyond their original purpose of measuring foreign exchange transactions; hence, a broader designation is necessary to describe them. This chapter outlines features of an ITRS and also discusses the use of an ITRS in compiling balance of payments and IIP statistics.
4.2 As a general rule, an ITRS is a data collection system that obtains data from banks and companies at the level of individual transactions. The most comprehensive "traditional" ITRS measures: (1) cash transactions with nonresidents that pass through domestic banks; (2) cash transactions that pass through enterprise accounts with banks abroad; (3) transactions on intercompany accounts with nonresident companies; (4) positions; and (5) noncash transactions. Statistics are compiled from forms submitted to/by domestic banks and from forms submitted by companies.
4.3 An ITRS typically collects data from reporters in the banking sector including the central bank, and selected companies called direct reporters that report directly to the balance of payments compiling institution.
4.4 The banking sector is central to the ITRS. Banks report all operations that are carried out between residents and nonresidents through their books on their own account and on the account of their clients. In economies with foreign exchange restrictions that do not allow residents to hold foreign exchange accounts with resident banks, clients' foreign exchange purchases and sales transactions with nonresidents can be captured. Also, nonresidents' accounts in domestic currency with resident banks should be monitored, if nonresidents are allowed to hold such accounts.
4.5 In economies where residents can hold foreign exchange accounts, the ITRS is focused on collecting transactions going through banks' correspondent accounts. Such accounts include (1) nostro accounts—correspondent accounts of resident banks with banks abroad2 and (2) vostro accounts that are nonresident banks' accounts with resident banks.3 In addition, the ITRS includes resident companies' accounts with nonresident banks and nonresidents' accounts (other than banks) with resident banks. Regarding the banks' own transactions, banks should account for foreign currency (banknotes) accounts, their correspondent and deposit accounts with nonresident banks, nonresident banks accounts in domestic banks, and other security and loan accounts that involve transactions with nonresidents.
(1) Full direct reporters (FDR) are companies with a high degree of cross border transactions that conduct their transactions through accounts with domestic banks and, in some cases, through accounts with banks abroad and intercompany accounts. FDRs report to balance of payments compilers all transactions and positions with nonresidents conducted through all mentioned accounts. In a closed system, domestic banks will also report FDR transactions conducted through domestic accounts; however, they will classify these transactions as neutral, to avoid duplication.
(2) Partial direct reporters (PDR) are companies that have accounts with nonresident banks and are not FDRs. PDRs report directly to the compiler only transactions through accounts abroad.
4.7 The comprehensiveness of ITRS may vary, and it in general determines to which extent the compilation of the balance of payments depends on other sources. A fully comprehensive ITRS must include banks and direct reporters' transactions, which are reconciled with resident banks' foreign currency positions or with external assets and liabilities positions of direct reporters. In terms of comprehensiveness, the ITRS can be closed, partial (semiclosed), or open. A closed ITRS accounts for all transactions and reconciles all transactions going through targeted accounts with corresponding changes in positions. An open ITRS does not allow such complete accounting and reconciliation. In a partial ITRS, certain balance of payments transactions are not recorded or the system allows for reconciliation of flows and positions only for some accounts. For example, the system may not include transactions involving exports and imports of goods, although it may provide for reconciliation of data on certain flows and positions.
4.8 The report form is completed by the bank client and/or by the bank staff based on information/ documents provided by the client. The report form includes the reference number of the transaction, the reference period, the identity of the transactor, the identity of the bank accepting the form, the currency used in the transaction, the value of the transaction (either in terms of the currency used, the unit of account, or both), the classification and description of the purpose of the transaction (i.e., payment/receipts for import/export of goods), and the economy of the nonresident party. Banks record also their own transactions and details of their foreign currency (and other external asset and liability) positions for purposes of providing IIP data and for reconciling transactions and positions.
Forms 3-4 ITRS-Banks and 3-5 ITRS-Banks' Record of Transactions—Includes the reporting of banks' own transactions and positions and data reconciling positions and flows.
4.10 The presented forms could be used for collecting data with or without a threshold. If a threshold is established, it is beneficial if transactions below the threshold level, if material, are reported in an aggregated amount classified using the appropriate code.
4.11 A list of model classification codes for transactions (and positions) is presented in the Annex to Forms 3-3–3-5 for ITRS-Classifications. In the list, infrequently used codes are not shown. (In some economies, individual codes are added to the classification framework after compilers consult with particular companies engaged in specialized activities and with the central bank in respect of government activities and of reserve assets transactions.) Excluding specialized codes on the general forms avoids the problem of overburdening respondents with instructions and classifications. The list includes codes for selected neutral transactions such as transfer of funds between accounts or transactions of FDR included in the banks report. These transactions should be reported to allow for reconciliation of flows and positions, although they are not included in balance of payments statement.
4.12 In many ITRS, thresholds are established for reporting transactions. Large numbers of transactions are of small value and, in aggregate, also may account for insignificant values. The use of thresholds prevents undue reporting burdens and processing costs. The thresholds can be simplification or exemption. With an exemption threshold, the small value transactions that fall below the predetermined amount are not reported. The simplification threshold requires reporting of small value transactions in an aggregate amount or without being classified by the purpose of transaction. The collection of small value transactions allows for the reconciliation of flows and positions and also assures a full coverage of ITRS in aggregate transactions in balance of payments statistics. It is important that judgment be applied in adopting thresholds so that overall data quality remains acceptable.
4.13 When a simplification threshold is applied, the collected information on transactions falling below the threshold should be attributed to the balance of payments accounts. Different approaches could be applied. Particularly, the information on purpose of small value transactions may be collected from periodic sample surveys (which could be small, ad hoc surveys carried out via special arrangement with one or more commercial banks). The examination of survey results will help in determining appropriate classifications for transactions so that data on transactions occurring above the threshold may be supplemented with data on small transactions that are appropriately classified. Also, information on data below the threshold can be gathered from an analysis of small transactions before the threshold is raised. If one of these methods is utilized, relatively high thresholds can be used without jeopardizing quality.
4.14 In some cases, when the small value transactions are collected but without their classification by purpose, the compiler can attribute them to balance of payments accounts by analyzing the description of transaction purpose or the information on resident transactor, if such information is available. In some cases, the compiler could classify only transactions that prevail by purpose (e. g., transfers by individuals that could be attributed to remittances measures) and the remaining small value transactions could be attributed to accounts applying the same approach as described in the previous paragraph.
4.15 To compile a balance of payments statement, it is necessary to ensure that the classification of transactions used in the ITRS conforms, as closely as possible, to the classification required for the balance of payments statement. The coding system should be intuitive and could be customized for different reporters. For example, the list of codes for banks and PDRs may include only cash transactions, while the list of codes for FDRs could include also codes for noncash transactions (examples of noncash transactions are provided in paragraphs 4.43–4.44). This would reduce the number of codes and lessen the reporting burden.
4.16 The list of codes should include codes for all balance of payments components; however, transactions that occur rarely (e.g., some types of services) could be classified as "other n.i.e." Special codes (also called neutral codes) should be identified for transactions that are not included in balance of payments statement but are recorded in the ITRS to improve the efficiency of the system and for cross-checking purposes. For example, neutral codes should be included for FDR's transactions reported by the bank or for cross border transactions carried out by one resident bank on behalf of another resident bank, if the former is also an ITRS reporter. A model list of codes of transaction purposes is presented in the Annex to Forms 3-3–3-5 for ITRS-Classifications in Appendix 8; it addresses main balance of payments items. The list of codes should be accompanied by a detailed description/ explanation of transactions classified under each code.
4.17 An important and often difficult part of data collection is the classification of transactions. It can be executed by the transactor (bank's client) while ordering a payment, by the bank staff based on the information from the client, or by balance of payments compilers. The reporter should provide information that is sufficient to ensure correct coding and coding cross-checks. A system in which the reporter both describes and codes the transaction usually produces the best results, especially if the codes are checked by the compiler. It is important that the compiler review the codes for accuracy, because accurate balance of payments classifications require the input of specialists with knowledge both of commercial practices and balance of payments classifications.
4.18 The balance of payments methodology generally recommends that transactions expressed in one currency be converted into domestic currency or in other currency in which the balance of payments is compiled (unit of account) by using the daily average midpoint exchange rate for transactions aggregated for a day. If data are collected in currency of transaction but aggregated for a longer period (e.g., week, month) the average midpoint exchange rate for the given period is used for converting into the unit of account. Corresponding position data should be converted by use of a midpoint market rate applicable to the date on which the position is measured.
4.19 Systems that record the value of each transaction in the unit of account, rather than in the transaction currency, are consistent with recommendations of the balance of payments methodology, assuming that prevailing market exchange rates are used by reporters for the conversion. In these systems, the reconciliation of settlement transactions to changes in positions must be undertaken in the unit of account. In this circumstance, it may be difficult for the compiler to discern whether the nontransaction changes in positions, which are derived as residuals, are due to errors in the recording of transactions and positions, or to use of inexact exchange rates.
4.20 In systems in which the values of transactions are recorded in the currencies in which they are denominated, data are aggregated by currency, and reconciliations are performed in each individual currency. The advantage of this approach is that it avoids errors arising from use of inexact exchange rates. Exchange rates prevailing at the time of the transaction should be used for matching transactions involving different currencies. However, for practical reasons, period average exchange rates are often used for this process. After reconciling and matching processes are completed, data are converted—typically by use of period average exchange rates—to the common unit of account and aggregated. The disadvantage of this method is lack of consistency with recommendations in the balance of payments methodology, which recommends the use of the exchange rate prevailing when a flow takes place or over a very short period of time, not an average rate over a prolonged period.
4.21 In practice, particularly when exchange rates are not volatile, the use of the second methodology may yield results similar to those of the recommended balance of payments methodology. One possible approach (although burdensome) is to collect (by using the midpoint rate applicable to the transactions) data on the value of each transaction in the unit of account and in the currency used in the transaction. If transactions were initially recorded in both the common unit of account and the foreign currency denomination, it would be possible to compile results by using both of the alternative methodologies described earlier. Results from use of the two methods could be compiled from a sample of transactions and compared. While this procedure adds an additional cost to the ITRS, collection of data in both relevant currencies provides a potential cross-check that transactions are correctly recorded; a set of conversion ratio checks could be developed to validate reported data. Any ratio falling outside predetermined limits could be investigated.
4.22 It is important that banks and FDRs record transactions in an ITRS at the same time. Simultaneous recording should be achieved by individual bank reporters within a closed system because a uniform time of recording can be maintained by matching entries that pass through a bank's nostro and vostro accounts against collection forms completed by FDR. A record should be created for any nostro and vostro account entries for which no corresponding collection forms exist. Similarly, collection forms for which no nostro or vostro account entries can be identified should be investigated and cancelled if underlying transactions are cancelled or otherwise not completed.
4.23 Another example could be when a bank receives a draft to be sent for collection—the draft may be recorded when it is purchased from the client, when it is sent for collection, or when it is recorded by the correspondent bank.
4.24 However, all banks in the system will not keep books in the same manner unless required to do so by law. Different banks may have different views regarding when to record foreign exchange assets. As mentioned earlier, ideally, banks should account for foreign currency, foreign exchange bank balances, bills and notes of other banks sent for collection or held for investment purposes, and other foreign securities and loans. Also, banks should account for any foreign liabilities. If these items are not included in an ITRS, data covering transactions in excluded assets and liabilities and corresponding positions should be collected separately and included in balance of payments and IIP compilations. Banks may choose to record transactions in some of these assets and liabilities when claims are created, when claims are sent for collection, or when amounts are recorded in nostro accounts.
4.25 Even if all banks included all the transactions covered by the assets and liabilities mentioned previously, and chose similar reporting procedures, there nonetheless may be timing discrepancies; for example, two domestic banks involved in a foreign exchange settlement may not record the settlement in the same accounting period. This circumstance could give rise to a discrepancy in the total settlements item; hence, the compiler should check each large settlement transaction between domestic banks and ensure that both sides of the transaction have been recorded in the same period. If both parties have not recorded the transaction in the same period, it is necessary to have the reporting banks correct their data, or, if different accounting practices make that inappropriate, the compiler should make an adjustment.
4.26 It is important for the compiler to investigate and obtain an understanding of the accounting practices used by banks and to determine the impact of these accounting procedures on both the scope and timing of ITRS statistics.
4.27 An ITRS may not achieve uniform valuations. For example, goods may be recorded, depending on the contract price in individual transactions, on an f.o.b., c.i.f., or some other basis. The balance of payments methodology requires the compiler to record goods on a uniform—namely, the f.o.b.—basis. Therefore, the compiler may have to make certain valuation adjustments to ITRS statistics to compile a balance of payments statement.
4.28 Bundling of transactions occurs when several transactions relating to more than one classification category are covered by a single payment. For example, a payment on a loan may include the loan repayment, an interest payment, and some fees for financial services. It is necessary for transactors to report the separate components, or for estimates to be made if the amounts involved are significant.
4.29 Another example of bundling is the recording of transactions on a net, rather than a gross, basis. Some foreign exchange payments may cover a number of offsetting gross credit and debit transactions; this may often be the case with transactions undertaken by transportation, travel, communication, money transfer operators, financial companies, and companies in a direct investment relationship. Therefore, it may be necessary to collect additional information in respect of certain types of transactions or from certain types of companies, or it may be necessary to split certain transactions into component parts.
(1) A bank client makes a payment for improved goods in foreign exchange to a nonresident, and receives payment for reselling the goods to another nonresident. Both payment and receipt will be made on the client's foreign exchange account with Bank A.
(2) To travel abroad, a resident individual acquires foreign currency traveler's checks from Bank A. Bank A purchases traveler's checks issued by a nonresident bank from a nonresident individual.
(3) Bank A undertakes a foreign exchange transaction with a correspondent nonresident bank abroad. These may be foreign exchange transactions or other transactions settled in foreign currency.
(4) Bank A undertakes a foreign exchange transaction with resident Bank B. This transaction may be undertaken to settle balances in various currencies or to sell (or buy) foreign exchange to (from) the central bank.
4.31 Under a closed ITRS, the payments/receipts of foreign exchange by the client will be recorded by the bank on behalf of its client using model form 3-1 and the corresponding reduction/increase in the bank's foreign exchange position will be recorded in the bank's transactions through model forms 3-4 and 3-5. The payments and receipts are recorded according to the purpose(s) of the transactions.
4.37 In all cases described earlier, domestic banks will reduce or increase their holdings of foreign exchange in nostro accounts with nonresident banks.
4.38 Using the examples from the foregoing paragraphs, Table 4.1 illustrates aggregation of the results of an ITRS collection. Initially, results should be compiled by bank and by currency. In aggregation of results, it is important that all significant transactions be recorded; results should be balanced by bank and by currency.
Source: IMF staff.Note: ITRS = international transactions reporting system. The conversion rate of y to z is 1 to 1.2, and of y to domestic currency is 1 to 1. Entries in domestic currency are between two residents and are not reported in ITRS; however they are shown for balancing purposes.
4.39 The next step in the aggregation process is to reconcile flows and positions. Reconciliation can be achieved by comparing opening and closing foreign currency positions (by bank and by currency) with total increase and decrease entries. The opening and closing positions are reported by banks for each monitored account (including nostro and vostro accounts) or aggregated by currency. Table 4.2 shows such reconciliation where the opening position plus increase entries less decrease entries should equal the banks' closing foreign currency positions (assuming no price or other changes). Any discrepancy discovered in this reconciliation process would be shown in the other changes column. In a closed ITRS, the balance of payments compiler should obtain a full reconciliation; any discrepancy indicates errors or omissions in data. Table 4.2 shows that the sum of increase entries less the sum of decrease entries accounts for the changes in foreign currency positions of the banks shown in Table 4.1; therefore, a full reconciliation has been achieved.
Source: IMF staff.Note: Values for opening positions are given, not derived from calculations. The conversion ratio of y to z is 1 to 1.2.
Residents who have accounts with nonresident banks report details of account transactions and balances.
Transactions performed through nonresident accounts with resident banks are monitored. Under a closed ITRS, transactions going through these accounts with both resident and nonresident counterparts will be recorded; however those with a resident counterpart will be classified as neutral.
FDRs report details of their noncash transactions, such as the granting of trade credit or loans, with nonresidents and the corresponding positions.
4.41 One important data collection issue for an ITRS is the inclusion of offshore banking units established in an economy. Often the existing regulation in economies classifies offshore companies (banks and nonbanks) as nonresidents. Moreover, offshore banks are usually permitted to accept deposits from, and make loans to, nonresidents only. Offshore banking units should be treated—for purposes of the balance of payments and IIP statistics—as residents of the economies in which they are incorporated. The same treatment should prevail for the nonbank offshore companies incorporated into the economy (see BPM6, paragraphs 4.134 and 4.135, regarding the residence of corporations with little or no physical presence). Consequently, transactions and positions between these companies and nonresidents should be included in an ITRS, and offshore banks should report transactions and corresponding positions with nonresident clients following the same rules as for resident nonoffshore banks. If resident companies have accounts with offshore banks, the accounts may be used to settle transactions with nonresidents; these transactions should be measured in an ITRS. It is important for the compiler to ensure that reporting arrangements cover all balance of payments requirements and that omission or duplication of data is avoided.
4.42 A closed ITRS can provide a complete statement of transactions that take place between residents and nonresidents and involve cross border cash payments. This system collects also some noncash transactions that occur between residents and nonresidents and do not involve cash payments. Such transactions are reported by FDRs using the model form 3-3 presented in Appendix 8.
4.43 Examples of noncash transactions that can be recorded by FDRs include exports and imports financed by loans that may not involve cash payments. For example, an exporter may arrange for a financial institution to provide financing to a nonresident importer, and the exporter may be paid in domestic currency by the lender. Consequently, there may be no entry in a bank nostro (or vostro) account until the loan is repaid, and then the transaction may be recorded (correctly) as a loan repayment rather than as an export. Similarly, an importer may borrow funds to purchase goods abroad. In most circumstances, the borrowed funds would pass directly from the financier to the nonresident exporter and, therefore, no cash payment would be involved.
4.44 Examples of other noncash transactions cover debt rescheduling, debt cancellation (with the concurrence of both parties), reinvested earnings, dividend to equity conversion, interest and debt to equity conversion, and so forth.
4.45 This part presents general issues in compiling a balance of payments statement based on data collected through ITRS. More details on using ITRS data in compiling balance of payments components are described in the subsequent chapters of the Guide dedicated to balance of payments components.
4.46 While most compilers prefer to use international merchandise trade statistics for compiling the goods item in the balance of payments, compilers in some economies use ITRS for the compilation of goods account that may have to be adjusted in a number of ways.
4.47 In respect of coverage, goods financed via loans, goods that form part of foreign aid programs, and goods traded between direct investment enterprises (DIENT) are examples of goods transactions that may not be captured in an ITRS and should be identified and included. Any adjustment made to the goods item in an ITRS represents one side of the transaction. Data sources should be checked for coverage of the counterpart entries, and a corresponding adjustment should be made to the other item in the account if appropriate.
4.49 When a change of ownership for goods and payment for these goods are recorded in different periods, a timing adjustment may be required. Such adjustments would be necessary for goods transactions involving prepayments or other trade credits. Corresponding adjustments would be required in the financial account to record transactions arising from the creation and extinguishment of these short-term assets and liabilities.
4.51 In respect of valuation, it is important to identify the basis on which goods are imported or exported. For imports and exports recorded on an f.o.b. basis, no adjustment is necessary. For goods trade recorded on some other basis, adjustments are necessary. For example, for goods traded on a c.i.f. basis, the insurance and freight elements should be identified to enable the valuations to be brought onto an f.o.b. basis.
4.52 In respect of transportation and travel, it is usually necessary to supplement ITRS data on transport and travel companies to ensure that sufficient data are collected and that data are correctly classified. The ITRS measurement of travel may have to be augmented to take account of transactions involving foreign currency notes and coins that do not pass through the domestic banking system.
4.53 Reasonably good-quality statistics on other services can be obtained from an ITRS. These statistics reflect the time at which payment for the services is made rather than when services are rendered. Most compilers who use an ITRS consider payments data to closely approximate data on the time when services were rendered. However, it may be useful for the compiler to obtain information on these relationships to ensure that this view is correct.
4.54 Income should be recorded when it is accrued rather than when it is actually received or paid. Most compilers who use ITRS view payments data as appropriate approximations, in many cases, for time when income is accrued. However, the compiler should adjust ITRS data for reinvested earnings on direct investment and for significant cases in which interest income is accrued and not paid (e.g., deep discounted and zero coupon bonds, discounted bills, and interest in arrears). In these cases, the compiler should keep a special tabulation, or collect supplementary information, to make the necessary adjustments. Further, it is important to ensure that income and financial account transactions are clearly separated in ITRS statistics. For example, in some systems, loan repayments and interest payments are reported as a single item by transactors. This type of reporting is likely to occur, for example, when financial leases are involved, and in these instances the compiler should distinguish between income and loan repayment elements.
4.55 Transfers recorded in ITRS statistics are usually reported at time of payment. Most compilers who use ITRS consider payments data to be reasonable approximations for times when change of ownership occurs in underlying resources. In addition, it is necessary to record any transfers in kind (particularly those that form part of foreign development assistance and military aid) that are not encompassed in ITRS statistics.
4.56 Financial account transactions measured by ITRS statistics tend to coincide with the balance of payments requirement on time of recording of financial flows—namely, when investment takes place and when drawings and repayments on loans occur. However, the financial account should also include financial transactions that are not captured in an ITRS, such as increases in claims or liabilities due to dividends that are declared payable but not yet paid, or goods or services provided on credit. The compiler may have to supplement ITRS statistics with data on financial transactions that may not be measured by an ITRS (e.g., loans involving trade finance, debt rescheduling, debt cancellation, and debt to equity conversions). Also, adjustments that are made to other items in ITRS statistics and that involve financial items (e.g., goods involving trade credit and prepayments, interest accrued but not paid) would have offsets recorded in the financial account.
4.57 Reserve asset transactions would be included in ITRS statistics if the central bank (or other institution in charge of managing the reserve assets) is one of the ITRS reporters. The reporting by the central bank will be following the same reporting rules as for commercial banks; however, the list of codes for the central bank should include specific codes for transactions on reserve assets (e.g., SDRs holdings, and reserve position with the Fund). However, due to the unique characteristics of reserve assets and the importance of a correct attribution of assets to official reserves, the detailed information on transactions in reserve assets should be collected from the central bank unit in charge of managing the reserve assets.
4.58 To assure the coverage in balance of payments and IIP statistics of transactions that are not covered in ITRS, additional collections should be developed through supplementary forms and added to the basic ITRS. For example, supplementary forms must be developed to measure reinvested earnings on direct investment, transportation, travel, insurance, and so forth. The compiler should cross-check the data collected through additional forms with ITRS data in order to avoid duplication.
4.59 This section contains a summary of collection features applicable to ITRS. More details are presented in Chapter 2. Figure 4.1 shows the primary processing activities in a typical ITRS. It depicts a representative system; actual systems may use somewhat different approaches. The figure shows three types of basic input: bank client forms (completed by bank clients or by bank officer based on information provided by client), bank reports (completed by banks), and companies reports (completed by FDRs and PDRs in respect of accounts with nonresident banks, noncash transactions, and positions of external assets and liabilities). Bank client forms are checked by banks that receive the forms and submitted to the balance of payments compiler or introduced in the clients' report database. Ideally, the client forms for ordering payments should include fields related to balance of payments reporting; that information is stored in the bank's system. The banks have applications that retrieve those data and provide them to the balance of payments compiler under an agreed format.
4.60 Forms not coded by the client are coded at this stage by the bank officer. The clients' report database, as well as reports completed by banks, is submitted to the balance of payments compiler. It is very important that the submission be done by electronic means; this reduces the burden on processing data by the compiler. Data are then entered in the compiler's database and subjected to initial validation—an important step to identify any obvious errors, such as noncompleted fields or inaccurate coding. Also various other quality control procedures are conducted.
4.61 Quality control procedures may include: (1) checking the conversion rate between the foreign currency value and the domestic currency value if both amounts are reported; (2) checking the comparability of patterns of transactions reported by companies from period to period; and (3) listing large transactions likely to affect overall results. Reporting banks or companies may be queried about large transactions; responses may result in amendments to the database. Another quality control procedure consists of reconciling reported positions and flows for individual reporting banks and for individual companies. This procedure involves collating data from all sources and examining residuals—activities that may, in turn, lead to data queries and amendments. Transaction values may then be converted to the domestic currency if the value in domestic currency was not collected.
4.62 Because of the complexity of an ITRS and the volume of transactions covered, a large computer processing system is usually required. To calculate resource requirements in this area, it is important to quantify: (1) the volume of records to be processed; (2) the average number of characters per record to be entered and stored; (3) the numbers of interrogations and tabulations to be submitted and the frequency of submission; and (4) the number of staff necessary to organize the system efficiently.
4.63 Many international transactions reporting systems require large numbers of processing staff to check, code, and enter data. Staff numbers can be reduced significantly if computer processes are used—in particular, electronic transmission of data from provider to compiler. The work of processing staff should be monitored to identify and correct any errors. In some systems, every coder's work is checked by another. This procedure may be expensive, and the mere checking of one's work by another may not identify all errors.
4.64 More effective are quality control procedures that tolerate a minor level of error while identifying significant errors and underlying reasons. Procedures for checking all large transactions and a sample of smaller transactions should be developed. The checkers should be highly skilled staff. If the error rate on a sample of checked records exceeds the acceptable level for an individual coder, an additional, larger sample of the coder's work should be checked. If the error rate on that sample is also found to be beyond tolerance, remedial action should be taken—including, in the extreme case, the recoding of entire batches. This type of quality control procedure is more likely to detect individual weaknesses, improve coder skills, and enhance data quality than complete checking procedures.
4.65 Compiler's requirements for detailed, timely, and accurate statistics should be emphasized when an ITRS is being developed. The compiler should establish priorities in these areas and the collection strategy should be chosen in accordance with these priorities. For example, the requirement for timely statistics may be best satisfied through judicious use of estimation techniques, which will obviously have an impact on collection strategy.
4.66 An important component of a good ITRS is contact (e. g., through regular meetings) between the compiler and the data providers—particularly banks' officers and those companies engaging in international transactions of large value. The interaction with data providers can be conducted through small group meetings or through larger seminars for respondents. These seminars could review the report forms and the coding system, and could serve as venue for training respondents on main balance of payments concepts (such as the concept of residence or center of predominant economic interest, functional categories, or financial instruments). The seminars could also discuss the main errors and inconsistencies identified in reported data and adjustments that need to be introduced to the classification system and report forms for improving the reporting. Such interaction facilitates correct classification of transactions and monitoring of individual banks or companies so that data can be checked and verified and the compiler kept abreast of developments affecting the balance of payments.
4.67 The process of summarizing records and analyzing aggregates should include estimation for nonresponse and any ratio expansion used to take thresholds into account. The analysis may reactivate some quality control procedures, which may—in turn—generate new queries and amendments. New aggregates may have to be generated; this is an iterative process. Results are released after the compiler is satisfied with the quality of the data.
4.68Figure 4.1 shows a link between the balance of payments company register and the unit record database. Data from the register may be used to classify transactions by sector and industry. Company reports may provide additional information, such as name changes, for the balance of payments company register. Also shown in the diagram is the important link between bank client forms and the balance of payments register. This link demonstrates the matching of transactions data to companies and the identification of new companies for inclusion on the register.
4.69 The most significant advantage of the ITRS may be its capability to deliver information to the compiler in a very timely and frequent manner, since data are generally registered at the moment of settlement of the transactions. The use of electronic transmission of reports by the financial system also functions towards the timeliness and frequency of data availability.
4.70 For economies that have an ITRS derived from exchange controls, it is a cost-effective source of data as it uses the well-defined regulatory, institutional, and data reporting framework developed for the exchange control purpose. It is likely to remain cost-effective for the compiling agency even when this control is lifted, assuming that the processing procedures in place remain effective after the abolition of the exchange control.
4.71 Well-structured ITRS in an exchange control regime tend to be accurate, since they are generally based on highly comprehensive data reporting guidelines originally designed for surveillance and thus highly detailed. The compiler's access to data is usually facilitated by the fact that data providers (generally banks) are under the compiling authority's (central bank) supervision and therefore subject to legislation regarding data collection and reporting procedures. In case the compiling authority is other than the central bank, the regulatory acts should be in place that would allow the compiler access to primary data provided by banks.
4.72 ITRS that do not have reporting thresholds are, in general, very adequate for compilation of transactions of small amounts, such as income, services, and personal transfers.
4.73 Misclassification is a frequently identified problem in an ITRS because the biggest part of transactions is classified by intermediaries—banks—on behalf of their clients. However, in a system using direct reporting, the reporters have greater knowledge of their transactions and are able to convey more accurate information regarding foreign counterparts and level of detail.
4.74 The adoption of thresholds, common in most ITRS, represents a high risk of data omission. The higher the thresholds, the more likely it is to incur omissions. Exemption threshold may result in the omission of small value transactions, such as personal transfers. Also, for the compilation of personal transfers, an ITRS, which relies exclusively on remittances sent through formal channels, may present significant omissions as many of these flows go through informal channels.
4.75 ITRS might be a burden on data reporters and banks, especially when it is not a by-product of exchange transactions. Structuring an ITRS for the collection of individual transactions is highly costly. Notwithstanding, after the initial costs of the implementation of the system, its maintenance costs are usually low for both reporters and compilers.
4.76 An ITRS accounts for potential gaps in coverage when exchange controls are loosened and residents transact directly abroad or through companies other than domestic banks. Another example of coverage gap is related to transactions that do not involve payments, such as accumulation of trade credits when the payment is made after the delivery of goods and services.
4.77 In some cases, ITRS register only net amounts instead of gross flows required for the compilation of balance of payments. This arises, for instance, for some transport services, money transfers transactions, and postal network activity.
4.78 Another limitation is that all transactions captured in ITRS (except for data from FDRs) are on a cash basis while the balance of payments methodology recommends the accrual basis of recording.
ITRS sometimes refers to an international transaction reporting system (singular), and sometimes refers to international transactions reporting systems (plural).
In some cases, ITRS also includes nostro accounts with resident banks, for banks that are not licensed to have correspondent accounts with nonresident banks.
A vostro (your) account is another bank's account with the reporting bank, while a nostro (our) account is the reporting bank's account with another bank.
If ITRS captures transactions of foreign exchange purchase and sale, this transaction is recorded at the time of the purchase of the traveler's checks.


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Central Railway introduces e-bill to curb overpricing at Mumbai's Kurla station
13 Jun 2018 in Category(ies): Author railPosted on 13/06/2018 13/06/2018 Categories Central Railway, CR-Mumbai Division, Traffic Commercial
MUMBAI: In a key step to curb overcharging, the Central Railway on Monday introduced electronic billing on its Kurla railway station. Passengers can also pay via debit/credit card as point of sale (POS) machines have been installed in food stalls. This initiative was taken after CR had received several complaints from passengers over the past one year that stall owners overcharged.
"Electronic billing will boost the digital India initiative; we have started with Kurla and will slowly cover all railway stations on our network," said SK Jain, divisional railway manager, CR.
After Kurla, Matunga, Lokmanya Tilak Terminus (LTT) and Kalyan railway stations are next in line for the e-bill project. Work on Matunga railway station has nearly completed and the operation will begin by the end of this week.
"There were a lot of complaints, vendors would charge extra. E-bills will completely eradicate overcharging," said a senior CR official.
Passenger associations have welcomed the move and have stated that the electronic billing will reduce corruption. "This is a welcome move as there will be transparency and reduce corruption drastically. The problem of overcharging will also reduce drastically; however, if there is any complaints the railways should address it immediately," said Subhash Gupta, president, Rail Yatri Parishad.


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Obituary of Anni Hann Borghesani
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Anni Borghesani With sad but stalwart hearts, friends and loved ones bid farewell to long-time Lake County resident and owner of Kelseyville Lumber & Supply Company, Anni Borghesani, who made her unexpected exit from this world's stage on May 28, 2022, just two days after her 78th birthday. Anni left us in as untimely a fashion as she arrived, on May 26, 1944, less than two weeks before D-Day, when she was born to Gerhard and Elisabeth Hann in a German-occupied region of Poland. Though they lost nearly everything during WWII, the family survived, and in 1952, with her parents and two older sisters, Lina and Adina, Anni emigrated to the United States, living at her new home in Oregon until she went off to boarding school. Rather than impede her progress, these humble beginnings as a war refugee and an immigrant spurred Anni toward a life of accomplishment. After studying business at Pacific Union College in Northern California, she jumped quickly into a job market that remained largely resistant to women, especially those with her ambition and drive. Anni embodied what many would refer to in the 60s and 70s as a career woman – single, successful, and fiercely independent. As manager of a roofing company in Rohnert Park, California during the late 1970s, Anni was enjoying the fastball straight trajectory of her professional life when a tall, handsome stranger stepped onto the field and threw her a curve. Anni may not have been searching for a soul mate at the time; nevertheless, she found one in Bob Borghesani, a rugged outdoorsman, country gentleman, and favored son of Lake County who frequented Anni's workplace to purchase supplies for his burgeoning lumber business in Kelseyville. Reluctant at first, Anni finally agreed to date Bob, and soon she was making good use of her pilot's license by flying up and visiting him in his hometown. With much in common, Bob and Anni became inseparable, and they married in 1979, establishing a home with Bob's two sons, Mark and Paul, that bore witness to many prosperous, happy years, during which time she supported the boys by attending their innumerable sporting events. When the love of her life passed away in 2011, rather than close the business that Bob and she had worked so hard to sustain, Anni assumed the reins of the operation and, with the help of Mark and Paul, oversaw the preservation of a local success story. Both brash and fearless, Anni was also intelligent, generous, and kind. She was an Auntie Mame character to her many nieces and nephews, all of whom she doted on and showered with gifts. Charitable with her time for those less fortunate than her, she helped fund, or volunteered for, many relief efforts in various parts of the world, including traveling to Thailand and assisting survivors after the devastating tsunami there in 2004. Anni was a larger than life inspiration, and anyone who entered her sphere was caught up in the whirl of her tireless energy and spirit. With her doors always open, Anni afforded her family and friends countless opportunities to socialize and celebrate reunions, weddings, anniversaries, holidays, and yes, even funerals. Christmas, in particular, marked a special time for Anni, when she would not only entertain her extended family, but also host a Ladies Night at Kelseyville Lumber that drew hundreds of women to the business for an evening of spectacle and fun. Despite these virtuous qualities, Anni wasn't beyond dodgy tactics if it meant gaining the upper hand, especially when she and her sister Adina would sit down to play cards against their husbands, Bob and Jack. As son Mark attests, the two sisters "would start speaking German to each other, to their advantage of course, get on a roll, but then could not keep their poker faces, and would start laughing loudly. It was hilarious to watch them." A skydiver, avid golfer, and seasoned equestrian, Anni was also a clothes horse, and she delighted in shopping for wardrobes to suit every occasion, accumulating such a large array of outfits that it necessitated the expansion of storage space in her master bedroom, and Anni would no doubt agree that, given more time, she would have achieved the walk-in closet equivalent of the Winchester Mystery House. Anni's warmth and goodwill extended beyond the human realm. Her fondness for other species was also notable, and may have begun with one of her beloved dogs, a Shih Tzu named Daisy. She adopted many dogs throughout her life, providing strays and pound puppies with much needed food and shelter. In turn, they gave her companionship, as her last charges – Bravo, Zoey, and Raven – most certainly did. With an affinity for hummingbirds that bordered on fixation, Anni surrounded her house, backyard, and large garden with numerous feeders, which were kept filled at all times. No doubt thousands of Anni's hummingbirds, past, present, and future can thank Anni for their existence, as all who knew her can appreciate her teaching them some of life's most important lessons. Anni is survived by her two sisters, Lina and Adina, as well as her sons, Mark and Paul, though her memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew her. The Lakeport Seventh Day Adventist Church will host a Memorial Service for Anni on Friday, June 17, 2022 at 2:00 PM. Donations in her memory can be made to Wasson Memorial Veterinary Clinic/Dosha Fund by mail or in person at 3083 Highway 175, Lakeport, CA 95453 or by phone 707-263-5101.


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Craig David: Following My Intuition
After listening to the first three tracks of Craig David's big comeback, Following My Intuition, it becomes clear, that if not else, he's ready for one thing: transporting himself and his music into 2016. That intention is apparent throughout the album, even if it is sometimes a little bit too on-the-nose, and somewhat clumsily executed. […]
After listening to the first three tracks of Craig David's big comeback, Following My Intuition, it becomes clear, that if not else, he's ready for one thing: transporting himself and his music into 2016. That intention is apparent throughout the album, even if it is sometimes a little bit too on-the-nose, and somewhat clumsily executed. However, the album wholly couldn't be taken as a failure: it is a mildly diverting listen, that won't turn the world upside down, but will provide for a nice listen or two.
After Bo' Selecta!, David must've had a hard time figuring out, how we can take him seriously again, and how he can make his new record relevant. From all the options, he had chosen to be influenced by other artists out there, reaching a point, where he actually uses the music from Jack Ü's 'Where Are Ü Now'. It is arguable, whether if it's only a matter of being influenced by someone, or just clear-cut copying, but nevertheless, the song in which it's used in (16) is enjoyable enough, to divert you from thinking about it too much.
"David is full of confidence, with his rapid-fire vocals and cheesy lyrics, transporting us back right into the 2000's"
David is full of confidence, with his rapid-fire vocals and cheesy lyrics, transporting us back right into the 2000's, meanwhile also trying to cover that up with a typical 2016 sound. That said, beside all the influences, there is not much else here, really. Sometimes the album struggles to be too relevant in today's musical landscape, to a point, where some songs are easily distinguishable as nothing more, but attempts to be shiny, fresh and chic. There are a few stand-outs, like the hit single 'Nothing Like This', or the pleasantly eastern-sounding collaboration with Kaytranada, 'Got it Good', but otherwise, the short bursts of songs, however energetic, can become repetitive very soon, as the album drags on for too long.
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