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Q: UIButton Bluetooth Toggle I have setup my app to automatically connect to bluetooth when the app is launched, but I wanted a force reconnect button to be used if connection is dropped. My button uses the same code as the initial search and connect that is used under viewDidLoad().
YES I know about the auto reconnect feature and it is enabled, but this is how I want it.
@IBAction func BTButtonPushed(_ sender: Any) {
        bluejay.start() //Call Bluejay

        bluejay.scan( //Begin and format BLE scanning
            duration: 10, serviceIdentifiers: [self.serviceID],
            discovery: { [weak self] (discovery, discoveries) -> ScanAction in
                guard let weakSelf = self else {
                    return .stop
                }

                if (discovery.peripheralIdentifier.name == self!.deviceName) {
                    self!.pI = discovery.peripheralIdentifier
                    return .stop
                }

                weakSelf.discoveries = discoveries
                return .continue
            },
            stopped: { (discoveries, error) in

                //Once the correct device is found, connect\\
                self.bluejay.connect(self.pI) {
                    result in
                    switch result {
                    case .success:
                        self.isConnected = true
                        self.BTButtonView.setImage(UIImage(named: "Bluetooth-Logo-on"), for: UIControl.State.normal) //Set BT logo to connected

                    case .failure(let error):
                        debugPrint(error)
                        self.isConnected = false
                        self.BTButtonView.setImage(UIImage(named: "Bluetooth-Logo-off"), for: UIControl.State.normal) //Set BT logo to connected
                    }
                }
        })
    }

The button will disconnect bluetooth if pressed, but will not turn it back on, for that I have to quit the app and relaunch. Honestly, I do not know why it will disconnect from bluetooth when it is pressed as I dont have any code written to disconnect.

A: Well I figured it out, and thought I would post if anybody else ran into this problem. I did not have a command to disconnect the bluetooth module, which caused errors for reconnection.
I have since added a branch of logic to determine if the button should be on or off by oscillating a Bool value started by initiating a global variable of BTButton to true.
    @IBAction func BTButtonPushed(_ sender: Any) {

    if (BTButton) {
        bluejay.disconnect(immediate: true)
        self.BTButtonView.setImage(UIImage(named: "Bluetooth-Logo-off"), for: UIControl.State.normal) //Set BT logo to connected
        BTButton = false
    }
    else {
        bluejay.start() //Call Bluejay

        bluejay.scan( //Begin and format BLE scanning
            duration: 10, serviceIdentifiers: [self.serviceID],
            discovery: { [weak self] (discovery, discoveries) -> ScanAction in
                guard let weakSelf = self else {
                    return .stop
                }

                if (discovery.peripheralIdentifier.name == self!.deviceName) {
                    self!.pI = discovery.peripheralIdentifier
                    return .stop
                }

                weakSelf.discoveries = discoveries //Add each discovery to discoveries
                return .continue
            },
            stopped: { (discoveries, error) in

                //Once the correct device is found, connect\\
                self.bluejay.connect(self.pI) {
                    result in
                    switch result {
                    case .success:
                        self.isConnected = true
                        self.BTButtonView.setImage(UIImage(named: "Bluetooth-Logo-on"), for: UIControl.State.normal) //Set BT logo to connected

                    case .failure(let error):
                        debugPrint(error)
                        self.isConnected = false
                        self.BTButtonView.setImage(UIImage(named: "Bluetooth-Logo-off"), for: UIControl.State.normal) //Set BT logo to connected
                    }
                }
        })
        BTButton = true
    }
}

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This performance consists of simply me reading the obituaries of dadaleninists as printed by the New York Times over the last century. Obituaries are a special kind of literature that can teach us quite a bit. in the case of the original dadaists we get for each member a slightly different version of art history. The absurd nature of this reading is partially already reflected in the obituaries themselves when we learn , for ex. the dadaists were reading simply from phone books.
For me these obituaries are important historical documents in the reception of this important art movement - needless to say the older people became the longer the obituaries. Early important figures didn't get any write ups.
This work is part of my dadalenin series (www.dadalenin.com) that is based on the fact that Lenin was some kind of a participating member in disguise of dada in zurich, at the cabaret voltiaire, where he lived on the opposite side of the street. dada as well as lenin were dealing with death. art is dead.... etc... lenin's endless sleep at the red square consitutes an endless well paying performance I alwasy like to visit when in Moscow.
No obituary published by the New York Times.


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Julius Kaggwa est un militant ougandais transgenre et intersexe, directeur exécutif de l'organisation  (SIPD), une organisation de soutien aux personnes intersexes. En 2010, Kaggwa est co-lauréat pour le , prix décerné par . L'année suivante, il est co-lauréat du .

Activisme

Kaggwa fait campagne pour la santé, le soutien et les droits des personnes intersexes et à l'identité de genre non normative, ainsi que contre la loi anti-homosexualité en Ouganda.

Kaggwa a décrit comment les personnes intersexes peuvent être mutilées ou éradiquées en raison de leur stigmatisation dès leur naissance, et comment leurs mères sont stigmatisées. SIPD vise à changer les attitudes culturelles, et procurer les soutiens et les soins médicaux appropriés. La situation des personnes intersexes est considérée comme un problème médical, contrairement à l'homosexualité. En tant que chrétien engagé, Kaggwa affirme que la violence et la discrimination contre les personnes LGBT est incompatible avec sa foi. En 2016, Kaggwa décrit comment l'augmentation de la discrimination envers les personnes LGBT en Ouganda a contribué à une augmentation des problèmes de sécurité pour les personnes intersexes.

Prix et reconnaissance
En 2010, Kaggwa est co-lauréat de Human rights 2010 Award pour son travail à la tête de la lutte contre une loi anti-homosexualité en Ouganda, et pour avoir aidé à créer un environnement de tolérance pour les minorités sexuelles.

En tant que membre de la coalition de la société civile en Ouganda pour les droits humains et le droit constitutionnel, Kaggwa est co-lauréat du Prix des défenseurs des droits humains de 2011.

Références

Bibliographie

Militant pour les droits LGBT en Ouganda
Militant pour les droits des personnes trans
Personnalité intersexe
Personnalité ayant fait son coming out
Homme trans

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Page 104 - Then felt I like some watcher of the skies When a new planet swims into his ken; Or like stout Cortez when with eagle eyes He stared at the Pacific — and all his men Looked at each other with a wild surmise — Silent, upon a peak in Darien.
Page 178 - Pueblo de la Reina de los Angeles, the ' town of the Queen of the Angels.
Page 107 - I have before observed that this is the most desolate coast I ever saw. It seems entirely composed of rocky mountains without the least appearance of vegetation. These mountains terminate in horrible precipices, whose craggy summits spire up to a vast height, so that hardly any thing in nature can appear with a more barren and savage aspect than the whole of this country.
Page 44 - the name of the river of the Amazons was given to it because Orellana and his people beheld the women on the banks fighting as valiantly as the me.n. It is not that there are any Amazons on that river, but -that they said there were, by reason of the valour of the women.
Page 204 - A local manuscript records the fact, that 'in the year 1497, the 24th of June, on St John's Day, was Newfoundland found by Bristol men, in a ship called the Matthew.
Page 387 - Twyford, the twi, or two fords over the river Brent; and several others. And here, perhaps, a short digression may be allowed on the very large number of towns and villages throughout England generally whose names end in ford, and the very few that contain the word bridge — a striking " testimony to the want of facilities for travel at the time when our local names originated.
Page 230 - je cherchay lieu propre pour nostre habitation, mais je n'en peu trouver de plus commode, n'y mieux situé que la pointe de Quebecq, ainsi appellé des sauvages, laquelle estoit remplie de noyers.
Page 50 - west,' to which the name Europe is also referred. But more probably it means the ' wilderness,' since ereb also means ' to be waste ' or 'barren,' and the name Arabia seems originally to have been confined to the sandy desert between Palestine and Egypt. In like manner, the WADY ARABAH, the dry and barren valley which extends from the Dead Sea to the Gulf of Akabah, doubtless means the 'wilderness.


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Human capital and talents: who is winning the challenge?
Social Issues December 8, 2021
 Among the global challenges involving the labor market, the most important is certainly that on human capital. How are talents managed in Italy, Europe, Asia and the rest of the world? What are the strategies? But above all, who...
How much does a swab cost in a Chinese hospital and how long does it take?
China November 21, 2021
 Traveling in China does not currently involve particularly invasive obligations as in Europe but, in some cases, it is necessary to take a test before departure. In this experiential video I take you with me to a hospital to show...
The environmental footprint of paper vs. electronic books
Observations November 6, 2021
Have you ever voluntarily put yourself between a rock and a hard place? That's how comparing the environmental footprints of printed and electronic media feels. It could easily backfire. But let's put away preconceptions and start looking at what we...
COP26: here is a complete set of graphs on CO2 emissions, presented in various ways
Health November 3, 2021
However they look, unfortunately the philosophical differences between those who have polluted and those who have to clean are many. 1) Cumulative Emissions 1751-2019 2) Per capita emissions 1751-2019 3) Cumulative Emissions 1900 - 2019 4) Per capita emissions 1900-2019 5) Cumulated Emissions 1950-2019 6)...
Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics
China October 28, 2021
 In the third episode of Cargo on Class CNBC, an in-depth look at the issues concerning the Winter Olympics that will take place in Beijing in 2022, 100 days before the inauguration ceremony. PLEASE NOTE Complete interview is online on video.milanofinanza.it
What do you need in China to enter a hotel?
China October 9, 2021
 In this video today I want to show you how to access a hotel in China following the new anti-Covid regulations. Mandatory swab and no vaccine required. PLEASE NOTE The full video is available on my YouTube channel.
Urbanization or maintaining the authenticity of a place?
 At the gates of the old city of Kashgar with one of the most common dilemmas: keep the original architecture or change to a complete renovation losing the historical characterization of these cities? PLEASE NOTE The full video is available on...
What do you need in Shanghai to enter a station?
China September 22, 2021
 In this video today I want to show you how to access the Shanghai station following the new anti-Covid regulations. PLEASE NOTE The full video is available on my YouTube channel.
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Another good issue that J. Jonah Jameson fans can't miss.
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Marvel Preview: Amazing Spider-Man #12
Turns out Spider-Man isn't the only one getting attacked, as JJJ himself is in deep trouble. BUT WHO IS ATTACKING...
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It's Christmas time and you know what that means? More stress and problems!
J. JONAH JAMESON has a new job as a shock jock, but is the world ready for a pro-Spider-Man JJJ?
By AIPTDecember 7, 2018
Spider-Man gets real and intimate with Black Cat in Amazing Spider-Man #10
Spider-Man and Black Cat get real in the latest issue.
By David BrookeNovember 28, 2018
Spidey fights thieves and MJ reveals her true self.
'Amazing Spider-Man Vol. 1: Back to Basics' is a perfect re-introduction for seasoned Spidey fans and wannabe webheads alike
The appropriately-titled fresh start for Amazing Spider-Man is a home run.
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There's been a major theft the likes of which we've never seen and for once, The Black Cat didn't do...
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The idea is original, but does harken to ideas in 'Heroes in Crisis'.
Amazing Spider-Man #9 Review
Continues to be one of the most refreshing Spider-Man series in years.
Marvel Preview: Amazing Spider-Man #9
Spider-Man might need the help of his once-foe-once-friend-once-crime-boss Felicia Hardy, the Black Cat!
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The very best panels and pages from comic books out in the past month.
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Easing fears fro global growth and a better outlook for US and China trade negotiations has helped the Australian Dollar post some strong gains in the past few weeks.
In the last calendar month the GBP/AUD exchange rate has fallen from 1.8750 to 1.8290, a gain of 2.5% for the Australian Dollar. Will this run continue?
As UK parliament is on recess for the Easter break there will be no discussions regarding Brexit meaning the pound will be vulnerable to data sets and market movements elsewhere. Of course longer term, the pounds direction will be dictated by on-going Brexit negotiations but it is important for those that have international money transfers to keep a close eye on data from around the world and the impact this will have in the respective currency you are dealing with.
Will the AUD continue to rally?
Along with improved global sentiment and improving figures from China, Australia's largest net importer of raw materials, sentiment from the Reserve Bank of Australia also seems to be changing.
Earlier in the year, and one of the reasons the AUD devalued so much in March, was due to a dovish tone from the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) suggesting the next move could see interest rates fall – something that historically has a negative impact on the value of a currency.
This sentiment seems to have changed and they dispelled rumours that the next move would be a cut, reversing the impact on the value of the Australian Dollar. As a result I would not be surprised to see GBP/AUD exchange rates trend towards 1.80.
Do you need to buy AUD? Can we help?
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Good morning. Markets are quiet this week. Lots of people are off for Easter, the Brexit can has been kicked down the road again, and parliament are also on their Easter Break. There are still on-going talks between Labour and the Conservative Party, and if there are any developments that look like they could come to an agreement, the Pound could go up in value.
In the absence of any Brexit related developments however, markets do have other events in the coming week to focus on. There are various economic data releases this week that will show us how the British economy is faring despite the uncertainty about leaving the EU. Below, I have outlined the main releases and how they could affect GBP exchange rates. If you need to make a transfer and would like to speak to an expert about which way rates are going, contact us today.
Monday 15th April 2019 – There is little on the calendar today to move the currency markets. There's a survey from the Bank of Canada that could affect GBP/CAD rates. Elsewhere the only other item of interest is a speech by one of the Bank of England members that could affect the Pound.
Tuesday 16th April 2019 – A busier day for UK data, with the latest Unemployment and Wage data. This has been impressive of late, with UK unemployment at record lows. We expect levels to remain at 3.9% but if they are lower, the Pound could go up. Wage growth is expected at 3.4%, so again if the actual number differs Sterling could move. Elsewhere we have Economic Sentiment data from Germany and the EU, and Inflation numbers from New Zealand that could move the GBP/NZD pair.
Wednesday 17th April 2019 – The Pound could also move today as we have a raft of inflation numbers from across the world including the UK, Eurozone and Canada. Inflation figures affect interest rate movements, which in turn affect the value of the currency concerned as higher rates equal a higher return for investors. If inflation numbers are above forecast, it often causes the currency concerned to rise in value. The UK release is at 09:30am so we could see some volatility around this time.
Thursday 18th April 2019 – The only UK data of note today are the latest Retail Sales numbers. These are a good barometer of the economy as a whole, and so often moves GBP exchange rates. We expect a slight monthly drop of -0.2%. Elsewhere we have Australian jobs numbers that could move GBPAUD. Across the pond, the USA has some lunchtime data including Retail Sales and Jobless numbers.
Friday 19th April – It's a long weekend in the UK for the Easter Break, so expect a very quiet currency market. The USA has some minor Housing data but it's likely to have much of an impact on exchange rates.
As Brexit has been extended and the Pound has dropped away, the question many of our clients are asking is when to convert Pounds to Euros? This week as expected, the UK and EU agreed to push back the Brexit date until 31st October. While removing the threat of the UK crashing out with no Deal today, extending Article 50 has also simply extended the uncertainty for business's, investors and consumers, and the Pound has weakened as a result.
The political and economic uncertainty is now going to drag on for another 6 months. Donald Tusk advised MP's not to waste the extra time they have been given. MP's then cheered as Commons leader Andrea Leadsom re-instated their 2 week Easter holiday so nothing will be done until next month.
What next for Brexit and the Pound?
Who knows what this extension means and how it could impact the Pound in the coming months. There might be a new Conservative leader that would be Eurosceptic eg. Boris Johnson. The Bank of England will likely hold off any interest rate rises while they wait to see what happens. In realilty nothing much has changed. Parliament is still divided, the Government is still divided, there is still no majority for any kind of deal, and the extension has simply kicked the can down the road.
For these reasons above, we can't see where any gains for Sterling are likely to come from. Uncertainty remains and with no resolution to the Brexit issue likely until the Autumn, it's likely the Pound will either stay flat or fall against other currencies.
When to convert Pounds to Euros?
Many of our clients have been waiting to see what will happen, as any agreed deal would have likely strengthend the Pound against the Euro and other currencies. With no deal likely until after the summer, there is now little point in waiting. Those that need to convert Pounds to Euros in the next 6 months should get in touch today to discuss the options with a currency expert.
There are various ways you can protect against adverse rate movements, including Forward Contracts, Stop Loss orders, and Limit Orders. We offer exceptional rates of exhcange, and an online trading account so you can see the rates we offer 24/7. By comparing our rates with your bank or existing broker, you can see how much you could save by taking advantage of our competitive rates. For large transfers we usually save our clients thousands of Pounds.
Good morning. In today's post I'll take a look at the week ahead and events that could affect Sterling exchange rates. The most important news will likely to be any developments with Brexit, although economic data will still have an impact. Let's first take a look at what could happen to the Pound with regards to Brexit, before moving on to the scheduled economic data releases.
Brexit deadline this week, what could happen to Sterling?
Last week Sterling fell in value as markets were concerned that with less than a week to go, there is still no resolution to the current deadlock. As MP's continued to bicker about what kind of Brexit deal they want, we now have less than 5 days before the UK crashes out with 'No Deal'. This scenario is still unlikely, but remains an outside possibility. This Friday is the deadline, and parliament need to agree a way forwards before this weeks EU summit, and pass the withdrawal agreement. If this happens, the Pound is likely to rise in value by up to 3%.
What happens if no deal is agreed, and how could this affect the Pound?
If no deal can be agreed, then there are 2 options left. Leaving with no deal is still the current legal default, and if this starts to look likely, then Sterling would plummet in value by up to 5%. However this is still unlikely, as if no agreement can be made then we think that the UK will request a long extension to the Article 50 process to avoid a No Deal scenario. If this were to happen, it's hard to know what effect it would have on the Pound. It could weaken Sterling due to the extended uncertainty it would generate. On the other hand, the fact that it avoids No Deal and would push the UK towards a so called 'softer Brexit', could lend some support to the Pound, helping to keep rates from dropping too much.
So after nearly 3 years of negotiations, this week is a very important one for how things move forwards. In addition to Brexit developments, there are also a raft of economic data releases that will also affect the currency markets. These are outlined below. If you have a currency requirement and would like to discuss the market with an expert, or just get a quote to see what exchange rate we can offer you, contact us today.
Monday 8th April – There is little on the calendar today to affect the currency markets. Sterling will be moved by any signs of a deal on Brexit. We have already had some better than expected Germany Trade Balance figures that has strengthened the Euro a little. This afternoon at 2pm the USA releases Factory Order numbers that could move GBP/USD.
Tuesday 9th April – The only UK data of note is Retail Sales numbers from the BRC, although it is a minor reading and as such, unlikely to have much of an impact on the value of Sterling. Elsewhere, Australia releases Home Loans and Investment lending figures. There is also a speech by a FED member that could affect the US Dollar.
Wednesday 10th April – Things start getting a little busier today, with 3 key releases from the UK: Industrial Production, Manufacturing production, and the latest HDP numbers. Markets expect flat growth for all 3 readings, so any positive figures should help the Pound gain. The ECB have an interest rate decision, but we expect rates to be left on hold. The policy statement that follows could generate some Euro volatility. The European Council summit on Brexit also starts today which is the main event of the week. Over in the USA we have inflation numbers, a monthly Budget statement, and the FOMC minutes, all of which could affect GBP/USD rates.
Thursday 11th April – The main news today comes from the USA in the form of Jobless Claims, and speeches by key FED members that could influence future interest rate movements. Australia also has a speech by a central bank member and inflation figures. New Zealand has Business PMI and Retail Sales figures.
Friday 12th April – Brexit day. This is the deadline for the UK to agree a deal to leave the EU. If a deal is agreed then the Pound is likely to strengthen. If the UK leaves with no deal, expect Sterling to plummet in value. We also have EU industrial production figures and a consumer sentiment measure from the USA.
If you need to transfer a large volume of currency, get in touch today to speak to an expert currency broker. We can explain what is moving the rate, give you our view on which way rates are headed, and provide you with a quotation to compare with your bank or existing broker. Our rates are up to 5% better than your bank or existing broker may offer, potentially saving you thousands of Pounds.


Games, eats and giggles from the days at Baan San Fan.
This is a diary post, so it's a stream of thoughts, reactions and ideas. I'll write some proper reflections and insights shortly.
Jason, another volunteer who worked at Baan San Fan after me has completely upgraded their website and it's awesome.
Two weeks staying at Baan San Fan in Bang Wan, Thailand.
I helped with children and chickens, christmas and coconuts, the pond and the party.
We went to the town & markets, the beach & the river, school & the local shacks/ shops.
I ate plenty of soups, stir fries, curries, salads, bananas, bananas, bananas….
Since I was little I've always preferred Boxing Day, just always found it more relaxing. And – I've never admitted this – I always preferred the food on Boxing Day too! This year's Boxing Day was better than Christmas Day too, part chance, part my own doing.


A couple of months ago we were contacted about using an image of one of our sheds for an article in a national publication called Bottom Line Secrets about Tiny House living. The article was to feature an interview with Small House Society founder, Gregory Johnson. Mr. Johnson became an expert in Tiny House living when he downsized to life in a 140 sf cottage.
I want to do it soon less stuff, less to clean u can focus on important stuff in life!


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In the midst of the Great Depression, the Federal Writer's Project assigned field workers to interview ex-slaves. More than 2,000 former slaves contributed their personal accounts and opinions, and their oral histories were deposited in the Library of Congress.
The former slaves describe the clothes they wore, the food they ate, the houses they lived in, the type of work they did, and the treatment they received. They tell their impressions of Yankee soldiers, the Klan, their masters, and their newfound freedom.
Because the interviews were conducted during the Great Depression, some of the narratives provide insights that are at times surprising. These interviews have preserved a valuable source of information about the institution of slavery in the United States and the effect it had on the people involved.
Edited by Belinda Humence
1984 John F. Blair, Publishers


KACHIN STATE — Local militia authorities have ordered the relocation of Shing Chyai camp—home to around 1,000 displaced persons in Sadung sub-township of Kachin State Special Region 1—as soon as possible, camp leaders told The Irrawaddy.
Kachin State Special Region 1 is controlled by veteran militia leader Zahkung Tin Ying of the New Democratic Army-Kachin (NDA-K), which is firmly allied with the Burma Army and became a Border Guard Force in 2009.
The special region consists of Waingmaw Township, Sadung and Kambaiti sub-townships, and Pan War town.
A leader of Shing Chyai camp—who requested anonymity for his safety—said that Zahkung Ying Seng, who is a son of Zahkung Tin Ying, summoned camp administrators to his tea processing plant near the camp on Monday evening and told them to leave.
"Zahkung Ying Seng threatened to set fire to the camp if we don't," said the camp leader.
Camp sources said that Zahkung Ying Seng's tea plantations and processing plant are next to the camp, and that Zahkung Ying Seng ordered the camp be moved because some displaced persons had caused damage to tea plantations.
"Even if his tea plants are damaged by children from our camp, it will just be a few. Displaced persons from our camp won't damage them," said the camp leader, instead blaming the Chinese community.
Currently, camp leaders work as a ten-member committee to organize food supplies and health care for the displaced persons taking shelter at the camp.
The Kachin Baptist Convention (KBC) has been supplying aid and camp leaders said they would inform the KBC of Sahkung Yin Seng's order to move.
"We are worried, and afraid. So, we'll inform the KBC and consult with them. They did not set a deadline for relocation," said the camp leader.
Dr Hkalam Samson, general secretary of the KBC, told The Irrawaddy on Monday that the military had blocked KBC from sending rice to Shing Chyai camp around one month ago, citing security reasons.
In December 2015, Pat Jasan, a local anti-opium group comprised of Kachin locals under KBC leadership, attempted to destroy poppy fields in Waingmaw and Sadung.
More than 20 Pat Jasan members were injured as the border guard force and militias opened fire on them. Local authorities threatened to behead leaders of the camp, accusing them of collecting information about poppy fields for KBC.
The Irrawaddy was not able to contact Kachin Special Region-1 authorities for comment.
Currently, around 1,000 displaced persons from 16 villages in Waingmaw Township are taking shelter at Shing Chyai camp.
The camp came to existence in November, 2011 following clashes between Burma Army and the Kachin Independence Army (KIA).
Displaced persons said they could not go back to their homes as Burma Army soldiers were deployed near their original villages. The Burma Army, however, allow them to work on their farms in their villages during the daytime, though they are not allowed to stay overnight.


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San Lorenzo Basilica
Majestic, it is preceded by 16 Roman columns, with Corinthian capitals, which delimit one side of the late-antique portico
The Basilica of San Lorenzo was built towards the end of the 4th century or early 5th century.
It was restored in the 1500s by Martino Bassi after the collapse of the great dome that had swept away a majority of the architectural structures. The current façade dates back to 1894.
The basilica suffered three catastrophic fires, that "of the stork" on March 19, 1071 and other two, respectively in 1075 and in 1121. In 1117 it was seriously damaged by a violent earthquake, which would explain why it was restored by architects in the middle ages.
After you admire the high vaulted archways, frescoed by Carlo Urbini in the late 16th century, be sure to go down to the basement where the stones of the most impressive Roman monument of the city, the Amphitheatre, are concealed.
Another must-see landmark is the Mausoleum of San Aquilino where Milan's oldest and most precious mosaics are found, dating back to the 4th century.
The Columns of San Lorenzo - positioned in front of the entrance to the basilica - are from a previous period but were placed on the site during the construction of the basilica.
In the back of the Basilica is the Park of the Basilicas – known today as Piazza Vetra – which may have been a harbour in the past, but later was used for performing torture, hangings and executions. An 18th century monument was placed here to commemorate a cross that once stood in its place.
Take me here: San Lorenzo Basilica
Columns of San Lorenzo
A space in the city where time seems to have stopped: just beyond the Porta Ticinese, one of the most evocative views of Milan
Ticinese columns of San Lorenzo
Museo Diocesano of Milan
Is located in the setting of the cloisters of Sant'Eustorgio, integral part of one of the most antique monumental complexes of Milan
Church of Sant'Eustorgio
Founded in the fourth century, the basilica was enriched with valuable Renaissance additions and the famous Portinari chapel was built
Museo Mangini Bonomi
Housed in an elegant Milanese building, the museum exhibits an extensive collection organized in 40 sections
Darsena di Milano
As well as being the city's port, in the past the Darsena was also a highly important water junction.
Sant'Ambrogio Basilica
One of the symbols of the city of Milan, is dedicated to its patron saint, whose feast is celebrated every year on December 7th
Ambrosian Picture Gallery
It houses the largest collection of Leonardo's sheets, the Codex Atlanticus, exhibited thanks to temporary thematic exhibitions
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NIAF Official Delegation to Meet in Calabria and Rome, Italy
The National Italian American Foundation (NIAF) leadership, including its Chairman, Joseph V. Del Raso, President John M. Viola, and executive committee, will travel to Italy June 6-12, 2013. The Foundation's Mission to Italy will bring together board members, business leaders and local government officials to discuss key issues influencing cultural, economic and diplomatic relations between our two nations in both the region of Calabria and in Rome. NIAF also will hold its international board of directors meeting in Calabria, NIAF's 2012-2013 Region of Honor, on June 8, 2013.
"In the spirit of friendship and solidifying lasting relationships with business and political leaders in Italy, we hope to strengthen NIAF's role as the bridge between the United States and Italy during this official mission to the Region of Calabria and the city of Rome," Del Raso said.
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As more and more people move to our city, ensuring that we look after our natural spaces will become increasingly important.
It is these natural areas dispersed between our urban jungle that make Brisbane such a liveable city - our waterways are an integral part of our city.
What's your nature? is a new initiative to connect the Brisbane community to their urban waterways and help increase understanding and appreciation for our natural environment.
Through this partnership there are 11 catchment groups across the city working hard with the community to restore our beautiful natural areas. These areas provide green pockets across the city where we can escape the hustle and bustle, de-stress and feel re-energised.
Brisbane is built around its waterways and all Brisbane residents live in a catchment. There are 12 catchments across Brisbane.
Alternatively you can find what catchment you live in by visiting the Brisbane City Council website.
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Salman Khan Describes the Video Education Revolution at TED
Bill Gates talks with Salman Khan at TED 2011. Khan hopes his video series can 'humanize' education.
Salman Khan wants to change the world, and he's already started to transform the classroom. The founder of The Khan Academy, Salman has placed thousands of videos on YouTube that teach math and other subjects in a straightforward manner. Students young and old can listen to these lectures at their own pace and perform exercises that test their skills. The Khan Academy has exploded in popularity, with hundreds of thousands of views every day and more than a million regular users. A pilot program in California is exploring how the Khan Academy's video format can work in real classrooms. This is just the beginning. At the recent TED conference in Long Beach, Salman Khan gave an inspirational presentation on the creation, successes, and future of The Khan Academy. Watch it in its entirety in the video below. With any luck, this new paradigm in teaching will flip the classroom on its head, humanize the learning experience, and democratize education all over the globe.
As many of you will remember, I am an ardent fan of The Khan Academy. For those that haven't read our previous coverage on the institute, Khan himself gives a great overview in the opening of his talk at TED. Don't miss the montage at 0:20 that shows the breadth of the topics the site covers. The fundamental advantages of a video based system are considerable: recorded talks allow students to proceed at their own pace, pausing and repeating segments as necessary without the pressure of having to perform in the presence of teachers or classmates. Almost from the beginning, Khan's online students (at first his younger cousins) have cheered for these advantages. I love the YouTube comments he shares starting around 3:51. Through the rest of his TED presentation, Khan explores how the advantages of his site can change the face of education. I'd recommend certain parts but I really don't think you should miss any of it. Enjoy the next 20 minutes:
The technology of online, video-based, education opens up new opportunities for traditional classrooms. As Khan suggests around 6:00, videos can 'flip' the way we schedule class time, with students watching lectures at home and performing 'homework' in school. This allows students to choose the pace of the lectures to suit their own understanding so that they are no longer dependent on a 'one speed fits all' approach. In the class, teachers can spend more time with each student as they work. In essence this 'humanizes' their education, giving them valuable one-on-one time with teachers when they need it most – as they get stuck on a difficult problem or concept.
Further enriching the classroom, The Khan Academy's website can track student's progress and provide valuable data on how he or she is performing. As Khan describes around 11:12, the pilot program in Los Altos, California is alive with data. Teachers are providing feedback (17:50) to refine these datasets and get the information they need to help kids learn. As I've said before, all the digital incentives that video game designers have been using for years are going to make digital education that much more enjoyable to students. We can make learning fun. Khan's already doing it.
I always find myself cheerleading for The Khan Academy, but it's hard not to get excited. As Khan's TED presentation shows, we're just reaching the beginning of what this system can do. Khan mentions that peers and 'coaches' will be able to help students online, and that such tutoring could easily expand across national boundaries. His vision for a "global one-world classroom" is an amazing example of the democratizing power of technology. For the price of internet connectivity, students all over the world will one day be able to receive the education they need to become upwardly mobile. Hopefully other companies will follow Khan's example, the amount of online content will grow, the number of available languages will increase, and the global community of video-educated students will explode. If these things happen, I have a very strong feeling that not only will Khan have helped revolutionize the classroom, he'll have helped improve the world as well. I can't wait to see it happen.
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Acknowledging the responsibility of a political love!
Rosario Dawson Had to Be Sure She Wanted Boyfriend Cory Booker to Be Her "Person"
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Rosario Dawson during the 2020 Winter TCA Press Tour on January 11, 2020.
Dawson on relationship with Booker: "we found our person"
Dawson being romantically linked to Booker did end up lending some celebrity status to his presidential campaign, which came to an end this January. Instead of simply being an election season fling though, the two have grown even closer together since they've been able to spend more time with one another! "In each other I think we found our person," Dawson revealed to Bustle.
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When Dawson and Booker first met in the summer of 2018 however, it wasn't love at first sight! Booker shared in an interview with the Washington Post that initially, "there was no love connection there". But after the two met up again just a few months later at a mutual friend's political fundraiser, things changed! "We talked for hours and hours," Booker said.
US Senator Cory Booker and Rosario Dawson attend the premiere of Zombieland: Double Tap on October 10, 2019.
Dawson feels she has Booker "in the centre of the storm" with her
Rosario Dawson also opened up about how her relationship with Cory Booker is different from her past relationships. "For my whole life, I've always felt like, even when I got into a relationship, I was trying to be the center of the storm and everything was just this maelstrom out there," she said. "But for the first time, I feel like I have someone in the center of the storm with me".
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Booker feels similarly when it comes to his relationship with Dawson. "I'm not sure if I've ever fully given myself over to a relationship as much as I have with her and allowed myself to be as vulnerable," he shared. As for how the two keep their relationship in bloom even when they're not physically together, they have their ways!
According to the Washington Post interview, they make time for two FaceTime calls a day whenever possible. Booker also sends Dawson music every morning as well as reads to her over the phone, and the two are planning a holiday together! "We're here and we're thriving," Dawson says of their relationship. "And I want more of that. And I want that for the rest of my life".
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Andrea Stock (* 28. November 1980) ist eine deutsche Curlerin.

Ihr internationales Debüt hatte Stock im Jahr 1997 bei der Curling-Juniorenweltmeisterschaft, blieb aber ohne Medaille. Bei der EM 1998 in Flims wurde sie Europameisterin.

Stock vertrat Deutschland bei den Olympischen Winterspielen 2002 in Salt Lake City wo die Mannschaft auf dem fünften Platz das Turnier abschloss.

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 Europameisterin 1998

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Ubisoft has tested sequential video ads on YouTube.
YouTube has new quick ways to cut up and serve ads.
Going into Advertising Week on Monday, YouTube is launching a few new tools for advertisers with research from Ipsos, finding that people who watch online video ads are four times more likely to pay attention than they are to TV ads and the platform's promos generate twice as much attention compared to other social platforms.
First off, YouTube is adding new targeting options to its Custom Affinity Audiences tool, which launched in January and lets marketers target searches "about what people are actually needing and wanting," Levy said. In terms of initial results from more than 1,000 advertisers, zeroing in on intent-based keywords on mobile lifts ad recall by an average of 20 percent, while brand awareness jumps 50 percent compared to campaigns that solely use demographic targeting like age, gender and location.
In addition to search, those targeting parameters now include apps that a consumer has downloaded or places that they've been. An athletic brand, for instance, could zero in on folks who have downloaded a sports app or visited a stadium recently.
While similar tools already exist for display ads, they have not been available for video promos. In addition to cranking out the production of videos, machine learning analyzes the ads to let advertisers know which ads are working.
Campbell's Soup and McDonald's have used Director Mix, with the soup brand creating custom six-second bumper ads that were targeted towards specific types of content. For example, copy that ran alongside clips from Netflix's Orange is the New Black read, "Does your cooking make prison food seem good? We've got a soup for that." According to YouTube, the campaign increased sales by 55 percent and ad recall by 24 percent.
Meanwhile, McDonald's created 77 pieces of custom content from one campaign.
Once they have the assets, new video sequencing tools allow advertisers to stitch together different lengths of video in AdWords Labs and optimize their ad buys. For example, a six-second bumper ad may be most effective at grabbing someone's attention, which can then be followed up with a 15 or 30-second ad.
To promote Assassin's Creed, Ubisoft created four six-seconds ads that were cut from a two-minute trailer that targeted fans of the Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3), reaching 15 million people. The campaign increased awareness by 25 percent and search lift for the term 'Assassin's Creed' by 224 percent, YouTube said.
In terms of measurement, brands can now measure offline sales through Datalogix across all of their campaigns, including six-second ads. Previously, marketers could only track campaigns that ran through YouTube's skippable TrueView format.


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Drug lord 'El Chapo' found guilty over the whole line, he is risking lifelong
The American jury has a verdict in the trial against the Mexican drug lord Joaquin 'El Chapo' Guzman (61). He stood as head of the infamous Sinaloa-drug cartel. Guzman was found guilty over the whole line and risking a lifetime in prison.
The trial against El Chapo – which means 'short' – took 11 weeks. During that period, heard the jury more than 50 witnesses, an insight offered into how the infamous Mexican drug cartel to work. There were eventually ten charges, including for drug trafficking, bendevorming, conspiracy to murder and money laundering during a criminal career that more than a quarter of a century spans.
According to the prosecutors, was El Chapo, as head of the extensive network of Sinaloa cartel is responsible for trafficking tons of cocaine, heroin, marijuana and methamphetamines to the United States. He loved according to the accusations of his empire with a firm hand in position, in which he not shrink from opponents relentlessly to turn it off. The jury debated eventually to 34 hours over a period of six days. El Chapo listened attentively to the reading of the verdict, he looked through the courtroom in the direction of his wife, Emma Coronel, and lifted up his thumbs. Then he was led away. The penalty is only on 25 June, published.
During the process, and dived repeatedly unsavory details about the life of Guzman. So he would also be guilty to the rape of a young drugged teens. One of the most explosive testimonies was that of Alex Cifuentes Villa, a Colombian drug lord from 2007 to 2013, working closely with El Chapo. Who declared that the Mexican ex-president Enrique Peña Nieto, a lump sum of 100 million dollars would have accepted to the raid on Guzman to strike.
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El Chapo was several times arrested and imprisoned. He knew two times in a spectacular way to escape, from what maximum security Mexican prisons were supposed to be. The first time by himself in the laundry basket of the prison to hide from it, the second time by through a hole in his cell, a tunnel to reach more than a kilometer long. After his umpteenth arrest in Mexico, three years ago, sought and obtained the U.S. a year later, his expulsion to a high security prison in Manhattan (New York). Mexico delivered him from a neighbor of America as there in seven states charges against him walked.
More than a quarter century of cat-and-mouse
1993: Is on the run after an assassination attempt busted at the border with Guatemala. El Chapo buys guards and sends his cartel further from the cell.
2001: a Few days before his scheduled extradition to the US escaping, he hid in a load of dirty laundry after he guards has bribed.
2014: Is in the resort town of Mazatlán on the west coast of Mexico was arrested after being engaged for days in tunnels hidden.
2015: Escaped from a strengbewaakte Mexican prison, along a 10 meter deep and 1.5 km long tunnel through henchmen was dug and is released under the shower of El Chapo's cell. The tunnel is equipped with a ventilation system and air stairs.
2016: after a shooting in the city of Los Mochis, in his home state of Sinaloa, was arrested. The drugsbaas attempting to flee through a sewer, but marines can arrest him while he was in a car tries to drive away. They are able to track him down after the actor Sean Penn him for Rolling Stone interviewed.
2017: Mexico gives El Chapo on 19 January to the United States.


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El SV Stockerau es un equipo de fútbol de Austria que milita en la Landesliga, la cuarta liga de fútbol más importante del país.

Fue fundado en el año 1907 en la ciudad de Stockerau con el nombre Stockerauer SV y nunca ha ganado la Bundesliga, pero ha sido campeón de Copa en 1 ocasión, su título más importante actualmente.

A nivel internacional ha participado en 1 torneo continental, la Recopa de Europa de Fútbol de 1991/92, donde fue eliminado en la Ronda Preliminar por el Tottenham de Inglaterra.

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Copa de Austria: 1
 1990/91

Participación en competiciones de la UEFA
Recopa de Europa de Fútbol: 1 aparición
 1992 - Ronda Preliminar

Récord europeo

Jugadores

Jugadores destacados
 Marcus Pürk

Entrenadores

  Karl Adamek (1970)
  Robert Dienst (1972-1974)
  Johann Löser (1974)
  Alfred Günthner (1974-1975)
  Robert Dienst (1975-1977)
  Rudolf Hanbauer (1978-1979)
  Robert Dienst (1979-1982)
  Günter Kaltenbrunner (1982-1984)
  Christian Fingerhut (1984-1985)
  Rudolf Hanbauer (1986-1988)
  Rudolf Flögel (1988-1990)
  Willy Kreuz (1990-1992)
  Peter Barthold (1993-1995)
  Josef Auer (1995)
  Bohdan Masztaler (1995-1999)
  Willy Kreuz (1999-2001)

  Gustav Thaler (2001-2002)
  Ewald Jenisch (2002-2006)
  Wolfgang Geyer (2006)
  Gerald Supper (2007)
  Christian Keglevits (2007-2008)
  Peter Lackner (2008-2009)
  Ewald Jenisch (2009-2011)
  Zeljko Ristic (2011)
  Gustav Thaler (2011)
  Attila Sekerlioglu (2011-2012)
  Markus Bachmayer (2012-2015)
  Kristian Fitzbauer (2015-2017)
  Patrick Jenisch (2017-2018)
  Michael Gössinger (2018-2020)
  Thomas Slawik (2020-Act.)

Enlaces externos
 Lista de Copas
 Torneos Continentales
 Fundación
 soccerway.com

Equipos de fútbol de Austria
Equipos de fútbol fundados en 1907
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Six Key Steps to a Successful Spinoff
From higher profits to enhanced TSR to tax benefits, a spinoff can generate great value for both the existing and spun-off companies.
Tze-Liang Chiam and Lasida KlinsukondJuly 31, 2018
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Spinoffs are increasingly used for creating shareholder value as companies more frequently examine their portfolios and sharpen the focus on their core businesses and assets.
These transactions, which involve separating an existing company's businesses through the creation of one or more separate companies, remain a lesser-used tool for shedding assets than a straight sale. They are also one of the least-understood M&A transactions.
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Still, company leadership is becoming more comfortable with the spinoff as a strategic tool, and with good reason. Companies that were separated through a spinoff generally outperformed the market from 2002-2017. That was true of both the spun-off entity (SpinCo) and what remained of the original company (RemainCo).
Additionally, a spinoff can often be accomplished at a reduced tax cost to the existing company and its shareholders when compared with a direct sale of the assets/business. The chart below shows the total combined shareholder return two years after spinoffs for SpinCos and RemainCos over the same 15-year period.
Spinoffs are not always successful, though. Poor planning ahead of the spinoff and a too-narrow focus on near-term results and market reaction can doom the long-term prospects for separated companies.
So, what are the characteristics of successful spins? What steps will help companies succeed in creating long-term value?
Tze-Liang Chiam
Start by creating the right strategic case. The first step is identifying the appropriate assets to spin off and the right time to do it. The rationale for the spinoff needs to be clearly articulated to the markets.
It could be enhancing focus as businesses reach different stages of maturity; creating a business-appropriate capital structure; or creating a distinct investment profile for both RemainCo and SpinCo. A well-defined strategic case can increase investor confidence when the spinoff is announced.
However, even the best business case only goes so far. An initial-announcement stock "pop" when investors react favorably to the planned spinoff is not correlated with sustainable total shareholder value return. That value comes from having a well-developed long-term plan and executing on it.
Creating Total Shareholder Value
Once management and the board are in agreement on the strategic case, six key steps companies should take to enhance the probability the spinoff will be successful are:
1. Identify the right leadership mix. In EY's sample of 124 global spin-off transactions from 2002 to 2017, most SpinCos that did well — delivering a total shareholder return one year after the spin that is higher than the parent company's TSR in the same period before the spin — named a candidate from the parent company as either CEO or CFO or both.
Those SpinCos that hired both from outside were less likely to be successful. It's not unusual to bring in an outsider for one of the positions when looking for new ideas or an executive with a specific skill set, but our research suggests that at least one of the two executives should have internal familiarity with the company that is being spun off.
2. Get the operating model right. There is a big difference between being a separate public company and being part of a larger entity. SpinCo should be ready to operate as a stand-alone entity before the spin is effective.
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But how should the operating model change to support the spin? Businesses in lower-growth industries can work on managing cash and streamlining operations to reduce costs. Businesses in higher-growth industries will need more management attention and an operating model to maximize their potential.
Management also needs to question whether the legacy assets are fit for the spinoff's purpose. For example, ERP and other IT systems and applications used by the parent may not be appropriate for SpinCo; more streamlined systems and applications may be required.
Another question to ask: Is there a case to be made to redesign the supply chain to distribute the products or rethink the go-to-market model? It may not make economic sense to operate in certain countries once the spin becomes effective.
3. Devise a short- and long-term tax strategy. Any spinoff has potential tax implications. As companies develop their operating model, they should also think in terms of (a) the tax implications for the spinoff transaction itself (e.g., will it be taxable or tax-free); and (b) what will create a tax-efficient operating model for both SpinCo and RemainCo going forward.
For example, in order to make the spinoff tax free, the tax-structuring team might want to assign different operations to entities in one country. If the operations group decides separately to divest or move those operations to a different country, it could cause the spinoff transaction to be taxable in the initial country or to the shareholders.
Further, it could shift operations from a low-tax jurisdiction to a higher-tax jurisdiction, increasing the operating cash effective tax rate. Hence, a company needs to understand the tax implications of its operating model design and changes.
4. Prepare people for change. Make sure to have a stakeholder communication plan with clear messages about the rationale for the spinoff, the timeline, and the expected shareholder value creation for staff, management, customers, and suppliers, as well as investors and the market in general. Communicate objectives clearly, set targets, and delegate and monitor progress.
That means making sure the right people are cleared to make timely decisions for both SpinCo and RemainCo. Also, establish the proper incentives to retain and motivate the management and staff that management wants to keep. The needs of the new company may be different from those of the legacy company, so legacy incentives will likely need to be changed.
5. Focus on the new identity. While management tends to focus on shorter-term operational issues, the long-term success for any spinoff is predicated on the growth case for both SpinCo and RemainCo. This is an opportunity for SpinCo to set its market goals and identity, unfettered by the former parent's go-to-market strategies.
Carefully plan out opportunities to grow the business, whether that means new products, increased R&D spending, new markets, new customers, or even acquisitions. The spinoff may also present an opportunity for RemainCo to deploy resources in its own search for growth. After all, part of the reason for the spinoff was to focus management on growing the core business.
6. Act with deliberate speed. EY also examined a subset of 54 larger global deals and found correlations between the spin timeline and shareholder returns. Successful spins that generated positive TSRs had a window of 7 to 16 months from announcement to spin. Spins that generated negative TSRs for SpinCo and RemainCo combined tended to take longer, up to 28 months.
Once the decision to spin is announced, companies should develop a timeline to accomplish the various pre-spin tasks, such as defining an operating model, planning the tax structure, preparing carve-out financials, and identifying market participation model. Then stick to that timeline.
The longer the wait, the more time for something internal or external to affect the performance and success of the company to be spun off. Furthermore, investors may run out of patience if companies take too long getting ready to spin.
A spinoff can be an optimal choice to increase shareholder value, giving investors a pure play in both the new and remaining company and letting each business focus on what it does best in its chosen markets. However, the process of completing a spinoff is complex and requires consideration of a myriad of legal, financial, tax, operating, people, capital markets and other issues.
Executives can efficiently navigate this process by understanding the operational challenges and through appropriate planning to allow the right amount of lead time and resources needed for the separation.
This planning and preparation will help companies execute the spinoff in a timely manner, achieving the short- and long-term objectives for both SpinCo and RemainCo.
Tze-Liang Chiam is principal, Americas operational transaction services, Ernst & Young LLP. Lasida Klinsukond is manager, operational transaction services, EY Americas.
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The Trafalgar Chronicle. Pearson, Heuvel and Rodgaard. 2021
Pearson, Judith E., Sean Heuvel and John Rodgaard.
The Trafalgar Chronicle.
Seaforth Publishing.
New Series 6.
ISBN 978-1-5267-5966-5.
This review is of a journal of one of our fellow organisations, "The 1805 Club", a society dedicated to naval history in the Nelson era. It is a relatively modern organisation, having been founded in 1990. Its aims are threefold.
§ To preserve graves, monuments and memorials relating to seafaring people of the Georgian era, in particular the Royal Navy during the French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars, and Admiral Lord Nelson.
§ To promote and publish research into the Royal Navy of the Georgian period (1714-1837).
§ To organise cultural and historical events for the enjoyment and edification of its membership and the public in general.
Members of The 1805 Club receive copies of two separate publications each year.
§ The Kedge Anchor, an A4 magazine (like Cook's Log) published twice a year. It contains a range of articles, news and details of past and future events.
§ The Trafalgar Chronicle, the organisation's "flagship" production, with an in-house editorial team, and an external publisher. It can be purchased by non-members.
The book under review contains 14 articles, all well-researched and presented. The four main articles relate to the theme of Georgian Navy encounters with indigenous populations and enslaved people. Two of the articles are of particular interest to CCS members.
One article is about Governor King, New South Wales, recounting his meetings with those Māori who travelled in whalers to visit Port Jackson. The Governor's hospitality and friendship greatly impressed them, and King's kindness is remembered to this day.
The article entitled "Captain Nathaniel Portlock", although only five pages long, nevertheless provides copious new information about this American. He joined Discovery on 12 March, 1776, as an A.B., and found himself promoted to Master's Mate before the month was out. Beaglehole's biographical notes on Portlock were most welcome. However, for every sentence given by Beaglehole, here there is a paragraph of notes! The author is Gerald D Holland Jnr., a member of the US Coast Guard. He is interested in the American Revolution in Virginia, prior to the commencement of the War of Independence, and has drawn upon his research into that period to provide details of the Portlock family and Nathaniel's early life in Virginia. His article is a significant addition to what is known about Captain Nathaniel Portlock.
Another article is "The Watery Maze: with Wolfe and Saunders at Quebec 1759". It is primarily about Vice Admiral Sir Charles Saunders, the commander of the British fleet. It tries to redress how Saunders's role in the capture of Quebec has been eclipsed by the actions of General Wolfe. It concentrates on Saunders's strategic decisions, rather than on their detailed implementation; as a result, Cook has only a passing mention. After the capture of Quebec, Saunders informed the Admiralty in 1760 that he intended to publish a detailed chart of the St Lawrence River. It was published later that year but, although it was based upon the surveying of James Cook, his contribution was not acknowledged.
I also read an interesting article about the rise in the status of surgeons in the Royal Navy during the wars of 1792-1805. This was a fascinating tale that provided an historical overview of the development of naval surgery throughout the 18th century. The sailor's nemesis of scurvy was not overlooked, and I could feel the author's exasperation as he wrote "Nevertheless, the Admiralty was criminally responsible for major loss of life by not mandating antiscorbutic lemon/lime juice on warships until 1796". That was twenty years after Cook had demonstrated the efficacy of such antiscorbutics.
The final article in this issue is devoted to the development of vessels designed to carry mortars. The Bombarde, developed first by the French in the late 17th century, was soon followed by British Bomb vessels. The author reviews the various battles in which the British used its bomb vessels, and then points out that their sturdy construction also made them ideal for voyages in the Arctic and Antarctic. He recites the various expeditions that used bomb vessels in their attempts to find the Northwest Passage linking the Pacific to the Atlantic Ocean, from Christopher Middleton in 1741, to John Franklin in 1845.
I was very impressed with the range of articles and the research undertaken by the authors, as reflected in their extensive reference notes. This review has shown me that the two societies are remarkably similar in their aims, size, international membership, and treatment of naval history. Long may they both flourish.
Cliff Thornton
Dear Mr.Thornton,
As editors of the Trafalgar Chronicle, John Rodgaard and I thank you for your review of the 2021 Edition. Dr. Heuvel is no longer an editor as he is now devoting more attention to his professorial duties at Christopher Newport University.
We are particularly pleased with your attention to specific articles that relate to the interests of the Captain Cook Society. We agree with your conclusion that the Captain Cook Society and The 1805 Club have much in common, both organizations having an interest in the Age of Sail in the Georgian Era.
The aim of The 1805 Club is to inspire greater understanding of the achievements of the maritime world of the 18th and 19th centuries through conservation activities, commemorative initiatives, publications and research and education. We recognize the role of the world's sailing navies of the Georgian Era (1714 – 1837), promoting their legacy into the modern seafaring age. The aim is to build a global community of enthusiasts and scholars of naval history from all backgrounds. We invite members of the Captain Cook Society to join us. The 1805 Club website is www.1805Club.org.
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Anyone interested in applying to serve on any of these organizations may submit a Board & Commission Application form online or in person to 36 S. High Street, Canal Winchester, OH 43110. All applications qualifying for consideration will remain on file for two years.
Street Tree Advisory Board
The Street Tree Advisory Board was created by the city via Ordinance 38-92 on April 20, 1992. The Board consists of five (5) members who are citizens of the City of Canal Winchester, to be appointed by the Mayor with the advice and consent of the Council of the City of Canal Winchester, Ohio.
It is the mission and charge of the Street Tree Advisory Board, to serve as an advisory panel of interested citizens to preserve, protect, enhance, and perpetuate our trees, forests and plants. They are committed to oversight and review of futuristic policies to further the goals of the advisory panel.
The preservation and enhancement of our trees, forests, and foliage is of paramount importance to our community. Environmental, aesthetic, and cultural factors dictate that positive and ongoing policies and programs be sustained and formulated to ensure that our community remains environmentally stable, pleasant and attractive.
Meetings Members
Fourth Tuesday of each month
10 N. High St.
Canal Winchester, OH 43110
Jane Eberly (Chair)
Carol Note
Derek Stek
Personnel Board of Review
The Personnel Board of Review was formed in 2011 pursuant to our Charter to establish procedures whereby appointments and promotions are made according to merit and fitness; to establish methods for the courses and procedures for the dismissal, suspension and other disciplinary action against employees in the classified service; provide an equal opportunity to all citizens to compete for employment on the basis of demonstrated merit and fitness, ascertained to the extent practicable by competitive examination; and to provide a forum to hear appeals from administrative determinations made by the Code of Personnel Practices.
Agendas will be posted on the website and meetings are open to the public.
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The Canal Winchester Industry and Commerce Corporation is a public private partnership that has been designated by the City as agent for the City's industrial, commercial, distribution and research development. They have created an Economic Development Plan for the City's industrial, commercial, distribution and research development in order to create jobs and employment opportunities and improve the economic welfare of the community. For more information contact, Executive Vice President Lucas Haire at 614-837-1894.
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José Joaquín Puello de Castro (Santo Domingo, 1805/1808–ibid., 23 December 1847) was a general and government minister from the Dominican Republic. He and his brothers, Gabino and Eusebio, were the only prominent black Dominicans in the Dominican War of Independence.

Biography
Puello was former colonel in the Haitian Army; when the Independence was proclaimed on 27 February 1844 he was made part of the Central Independent Government (CIG) since he was very popular among mulattoes and blacks in order to allay fears and rumors regarding an alleged restoration of slavery by the independence plotters.  Before the involvement of Puello and his afro-descendant brothers with the secret society of La Trinitaria organized by Juan Pablo Duarte to attain its independence from Haiti, the majority of the population of African descent considered it a white supremacists organization because it was composed strictly of white middle class Dominican men. Juan Pablo Duarte's uncle suggested he should reach out to prominent Black leaders to gain the confidence of the people and help make the movement a reality. Therefore, Duarte made the important connection with Los Puellos who helped make the independence of the nation a reality. He was suggested by General Pedro Santana, and then, appointed by the CIG, as Military Commander of Santo Domingo.

On 16 July 1844, General Pedro Santana led a coup d'état and assumed the CIG's Presidency. Puello's refusal to face the coup against President Francisco del Rosario Sánchez favored the victory of the coup. President Santana appointed him as minister of Treasury and Commerce and promoted him to the rank of General. Following the ratification of the first constitution in November 1844, Puello was made governor of the Santo Domingo Province.

In the 1845 Haitian invasion, Puello had an important role in the Battle of Estrelleta that forced the Haitian retreat. However, his alignment with the liberals gained him enemies among the conservative-ruled government; the Consul of France, Eustache Juchereau de Saint-Denys, called him prejudiced against France and an enemy of the whites.

The Puello brothers were indicted on charges of instigating an anti-white revolution in the country and ingratitude to the white race; they were judged in absentia. José Joaquín and Gabino were sentenced to death by the twenty-five-man jury and executed by a firing squad on 23 December 1847; Eusebio was sentenced to three years in prison and the loss of his military rank (Lieutenant Colonel), however, shortly after he was released and reinstated into the military.

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New data released on population of Iowa's counties
A central Iowa county continues to be among the fastest growing counties in the nation, while 66 of the 99 counties have lost population since 2010.
New 2018 information from the State Data Center shows Dallas County is the eighth fastest growing county in the nation. Dallas County grew by 36 percent since 2010, and its growth is part of the overall trend where the Des Moines metro area has grown by 15 percent. The fastest growing counties behind Dallas are Johnson at nearly 16 percent and Polk at 13 percent. More than half of the state's population lives in one of ten counties — all of which are in a metropolitan area. The Iowa City and Ames metro areas were right behind the others in growth at 13-point-six percent; and nine-point-six percent.
Clinton County has lost the most residents since 2010 at 25-hundred-99 people. Emmett County declined at the fastest rate, losing 10-point-two percent of its population, while Audubon County was right behind — losing 10 percent of its population. Adams County has the smallest population in the state at 36-hundred-45. That compares to the state's largest county, Polk, which has a population of more than 487-thousand. Twenty-five counties have populations below ten-thousand.
Looking at Cerro Gordo and the eight surrounding counties, the total estimated population dropped 627 people from 135,640 in July 2017 to 135,013 in July 2018. When compared to the 2010 Census, the area lost a total of 4890 people. All the counties in our listening area did not see a population increase according to the estimates. Cerro Gordo County lost 350 people down to 42,647. That's down 1504 compared to the 2010 Census number of 44,151
For full information from the state, click on this link
COUNTY July 2018 July 2017 +/- April 2010 +/-
Cerro Gordo 42647 42997 -350 44151 -1504
Butler 14539 14582 -43 14869 -330
Floyd 15761 15761 0 16295 -534
Franklin 10124 10159 -35 10680 -556
Hancock 10712 10773 -61 11338 -626
Mitchell 10569 10570 -1 10776 -207
Winnebago 10518 10588 -70 10874 -356
Worth 7453 7461 -8 7591 -138
Wright 12690 12749 -59 13329 -539
135,013 135,640 -627 139,903 -4890


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Christianity and Civilization
Emil Brunner
In Christianity and Civilization, First Part: Foundations, Brunner attempts to work out something like a Christian philosophy of civilization dealing with some basic principles which underlie all civilization. The author approaches his task systematically, beginning with the 'problem of being', and then, having established God as creator the world and thus the primary reality and the world as a secondary dependent being, he turns to and builds on civilization's relation to truth, time, meaning, man's place in the universe and so forth. In the end, he posits that civilization potentially proves vacuous and destructive if it is divorced from its Christian foundation and context.
In Christianity and Civilization, Second Part: Specific Problems, Brunner offers a Christian interpretation of some of the main features of civilized life, which include technics, science, tradition, work, art, wealth, law and power. In the final chapter, Brunner returns to his first lecture and the question: What is Christian civilization? He argues that the essence of civilization is the formation of human life which has its origins not in mere biological necessity but in spiritual impulses. Brunner understands that prospects seem to be very bad for the realization of the Christian idea. He insists, that we cannot be pessimistic. In his epilogue, Brunner states that the gospel of the redemption and salvation of the world in Jesus Christ is not meant to be a program for any kind of civilization or culture. Culture and civilization, even at their best, are temporal and belong to this earthly life. The Gospel, however, is revelation of eternal life, which indicates that humankind is not meant to pass away but is destined by the Creator for eternity.
Christianity and Civilization: Part 1, Foundations
I: The Problem of a Christian Civilisation
II: The Problem of Being or Reality
III: The Problem of Truth
IV: The Problem of Time
V: The Problem of Meaning
VI: Man in the Universe
VII: Personality and Humanity
VIII: The Problem of Justice 1
IX: The Problem of Freedom
X: The Problem of Creativity
In Foundations (1948), the first part of his two-part Gifford Lecture series entitled Christianity and Civilization delivered at the University of St Andrews, Emil Brunner attempts to justify his conviction that only Christianity is capable of furnishing the basis of a civilization which can rightly be described as human. From the outset of his work, Brunner argues that the complexity of the problem of Christian civilization forces upon us a new kind of approach that seeks to examine foundational questions.
Christianity and Civilization: Part 2, Specific Problems
I: Technics 1
II: Science
III: Tradition and Renewal
IV: Education
V: Work
VI: Art
VII: Wealth
VIII: Social Custom 1 and Law
IX: Power
X: The Christian Idea of Civilisation And Culture
In Foundations, Brunner attempts to work out something like a Christian philosophy of civilization dealing with some basic principles which underlie all civilization. In the second part, Specific Problems, the author then provides a Christian interpretation of some of the main features of civilized life.
Kelly Van Andel, University of Glasgow