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Gardens provide a safe haven for children to relax and have fun. Children can also learn much from the nature currently residing within their own garden. Here are a few tips on how to ensure your garden is a paradise for nature and how to get your own children involved in maintaining it.
Playing outside and in the garden can be a fun adventure for children. Keeping your garden perfectly maintained isn't necessarily a must for a child-friendly garden. Sometimes allowing certain areas to be overgrown can attract nature into your garden and also means you don't have to worry if the kids have trodden on a few prized plants. Tempting animals to reside in your home garden can provide an educational aspect for your children. They can discover how nature works through items such as nesting boxes, bird baths or even a self-made insect hotel, giving your children plenty to explore.
It's never too early to involve your children in a little gardening work so they learn how the garden works. One particularly good idea is cultivating a small plant bed for your children to have. You can plant fruit and vegetables here together with your child, which they can then harvest themselves later. Particularly suitable are tomatoes, peas, raspberries and strawberries, as the harvest can be eaten directly and will involve them in a simple and fun way.
Make a great addition to any family garden as they not only encourage nature to move in, but also provide opportunities for climbing or even perhaps an extravagant addition such as a tree house. A hazelnut shrub is a good place to start and will be ready for climbing within a few years of planting. If you're not too keen on having a natural climbing frame in your garden, fruit trees are an ideal choice and will be both eye-catching and also provide fruit for generations to come.
On warm summer days, water in the garden is a true delight for children. For example, you can set up a small paddling pool. A water hose with a sprayer or a lawn sprinkler provides plenty of fun for children, and represents a welcome refreshment.
However you decide to design your family garden, you should always first consider the safety of your children. Do not cultivate poisonous plants if you have small children. Angel trumpets, autumn crocus, laburnum, deadly nightshade or lily of the valley should not be present in family gardens. Once the children grow older, however, it is possible to explain to them exactly what is poisonous and what is not, providing an education aspect to your garden.
Be careful when designing ponds, pools or water features. These should be made inaccessible or sufficiently safeguarded so that your children's safety is always guaranteed. Constructing a hedge or a fence around your garden is something to consider as it will allow you, as parents, to not have to worry about your children playing outside.


Telecommunications is basically the transmission of signals or information by electronic means over long distances. For the purpose of this industry, this would include mobile and fixed telephony, radio, television, and the internet. The telecommunications industry in Europe is vast to say the least. With approximately 44 countries, depending on which criteria is considered, the telecommunications network has become quite complex to oversee. For example, when looking at mobile virtual network operators (MVNO) it is easy to get lost quite quickly. These operators gain access to the infrastructure of mobile network operators (MNO) through a business agreement, but are often not part of the MNO. However, a general overview is quite possible. The leading telecommunications operators in Europe will most likely not be overtaken by market new entrants anytime in the foreseeable future.
Deutsche Telekom was the telecom leader in Europe and had a total worldwide revenue of 73.1 billion euros in 2016. In the first quarter of of 2017, Poland had the most Deutsche Telekom customer in Europe aside from Germany with around 10.2 million.
Telefonica is among the top telecom operators worldwide with a revenue of 52.04 billion euros in 2015. Its number of mobile customers in Spain was closing in on 17.5 million, and has surpassed 43 million in Germany.
Vodafone is another leading telecom operator in Europe with a total of 19.7 million mobile customers in the UK alone. The average monthly smartphone data use per Vodafone customer amounted to 1120 megabytes in 2016.
As the mobile penetration rate in Europe has been increasing over the years, the fixed-line penetration in Europe has been doing exactly the opposite. In 2015, the fixed-line penetration rate was down to 26.3 percent.


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Beverley Head
DTO slows national identity plan
Digital identity: Not just yet.
The Digital Transformation Office (DTO) has applied the brakes to its national identity framework plans.
In a letter sent to the 70-odd organisations that replied to its Request for Information earlier this year, the DTO's procurement team has indicated that it no longer plans to go to the next stage and actually buy a solution – not yet at least.
The delay contrasts with what the DTO's head of identity Rachel Dixon told delegates at an Identity Summit in Sydney last month, when she indicated that the DTO would soon issue an RFP to selected companies that had responded to the RFI.
While slowed from its original timetable, the project is far from mothballed. Assistant Minister for Digital Transformation, Angus Taylor, is understood to be planning an industry roundtable with key stakeholders for October.
It will be an important step in the Government's plan to convince Australians that they would benefit from an opt-in national identity system that would use biometrics to confirm their bona fides.
The Australian Privacy Foundation, however, has questioned whether the roundtable itself might be a delaying tactic. It has called for much greater levels of consultation on the project from Government, writing again to Ms Dixon and calling for a "robust, multi-phase Privacy Impact Assessment" to be undertaken before the project progresses.
There is likely to be little real progress in the immediate future. The DTO's letter thanks respondents to the RFI for their input and notes that the organisation now "has an increased understanding of the capabilities of the Australian industry in relation to identity and access management solutions. At this time there is no expectation of a further approach to market however, should this occur it will be through AusTender."
Instead of a limited RFP to a subset of organisations that responded to the RFI, that suggests a broader array of companies could become involved at some stage in the future.
A spokesperson from Mr Taylor's office said: "RFIs are an important part of the procurement process. Any future procurement opportunities through the DTO will be advertised appropriately."
While some quarters are disappointed at the slowdown, others say they are not surprised.
The RFI called for information that would help ascertain the skills in the market to help DTO design and implement a trusted digital identity framework and solution. According to industry sources the very wide terms of reference of that RFI resulted in around 70 responses and thousands of pages of detailed reports being delivered to the DTO by the end of June, which are still being reviewed.
An argument can be made that the challenge ahead lies less in the technology than the politics of persuasion. The first challenge is to persuade the general public (and the Australian Privacy Foundation, which was founded expressly to campaign against the Australia Card) that there is a need for a biometrically underpinned digital identity framework in the first place. And if there is a need, that such a framework can be created securely and with proper regard for privacy.
The second challenge the Government faces is to convince the major banks and states – which are being invited also to use the framework – that they should consider replacing their existing identity management schemes, some of which have been in operation for decades, with the DTO's yet-to-be revealed alternative.
Similar challenges are being faced in Singapore, where the Government's plans to introduce a tightened digital identity system are being hampered by the banks, which are still to be convinced of the benefit to them and their customers. Singapore did however this month launch its Corporate Access digital identity system for enterprises, which will need to use it to access most government services by the end of the year.
With regard to citizen identity, in a speech earlier this year Singapore's minister in charge of the Smart Nation Initiative, Dr Vivian Balakrishnan, indicated that the nation wanted to bolster its Singpass digital ID system beyond the current two factor authentication process with some form of public key infrastructure to ensure "non-repudiation, security and end-to-end encryption."
The DTO also has been seeking to construct a digital identity solution that will deliver security and certainty, underpinned by what Ms Dixon has previously described as "well anchored biometrics."
While the DTO has provided no details on what those biometrics could be, a voice print seems the most likely and benign fit, allowing people to use existing phones or computers to identify themselves. This would also allow the DTO identity framework to leverage the biometric voice print systems already deployed at the ATO and for Centrelink at the Department of Human Services.
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There were some complaints immediately after the US rollout that players were stuck in a queue to join the game, or not even able to enter said queue, but griping on the usual forums was pretty minimal by the standards of these things. We played the game on the strike of midnight in the UK and had no problem getting online, and all seems well this morning as too. So congratulations to Activision for the smooth roll out.
The only other problem to rear its head has been complaints of crashes that look to be linked only to players on PS4 Pro consoles. The issue doesn't appear to be widespread, with many PS4 Pro owners able to play the game just fine, however. Owners of affected consoles are reporting error code 'CE-34878-0' and are having crashes every few minutes that usually require the removal of the power cord to reset the console.
It's unclear how widespread the problem is and why it only affects some consoles, but given that Sony had heavily promoted the PS4 Pro alongside the game. Bungie's official support forum seems to suggest the issue could be linked to switching out the hard disk in the device, or having your device set to Russian (though we doubt the latter is the issue for most sufferers). Further reports have popped up on Reddit and Neogaf.
Still, the vast majority of players appeared to have got online and got playing, so retailers can sell the game with confidence in the coming days.


The staff was excellent, and your manager Brian is very knowledgeable and I trust him completely. A very good asset to your company.
Kind, courteous people working there. They got me in and out in a timely manner.
I was greeted promptly. It was busy so there was a wait but it wasn't long. The people were friendly and seemed happy. All I needed was an oil change, so I was out quickly. We had a small problem trying to figure out how to remove the warning sign. I wasn't very much help. The car was new to me. The young woman who guided me out figured it out quickly and I was on my way in no time at all.
Today, as usual, everyone whom I encountered was friendly, knowledgable and courteous. A pleasant place to visit.
Because I am satisfied with what VIOC did.
I have been a customer for awhile now. As a result, I already expect to experience a good level of service and expertise. I received what I expected...and nothing new.I was quite pleasantly surprised to see an employee who has remained in your employ for a period longer than 1 1/2 years. My wait was not due to the employees. I choose lunch time, and I was aware there may be a wait during that time frame. I was also please to see that the staff seemed to like and respect each other.
Frinda did an excellent job explaining to me about the wiper blades effectiveness and how often they need to be replaced. Delvon went above and beyond to make sure that my car was safe during extremely inclement weather. I can not stress how appreciative I am of these people. Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU!!!
Appreciate the expertise and helpfulness. Always really courteous as well.
The customer service here is excellent. It's the only Valvoline I will go to now. Brian is awesome!
The two women working were pleasant and friendly. They offered suggested services and explained what they were since I am not knowledgeable about cars. I felt no pressure and put off all except the oil change but that did not change their demeanor at all. I went in about half an hour before closing but did not feel rushed or that I was puttting then out by coming in at that time.
The manager did a great job of keeping the team well organized and performing all services thoroughly and professionally. He was also very good in his interactions with me.
I own 4 vehicles and they are all serviced at your center.
In and out, got it all done quickly - LOVE IT. done.
The staff is always polite, professional and helpful without being pushy.
I come to this location for all my oil changes due to the friendly and professional service I receive every time.
Staff were friendly and courteous. Communication is always good. Never not satisfied with the service.
Helpful and friendly staff who make it easy to quickly get in, get services completed, and get out safely.
I have been going to this shop for years and never have had a bad experience. They are always professional and polite.
The staff is terrific. I've been going to this location for years.
It's quick, and the service was good.
The staff on Thompson Road Syracuse NY are among the friendliest people I have interacted with in any customer service setting in 10 years. No pressure, knowledgeable, they listen. Everyone there is valuable to your organization and I hope they benefit from this great review that they earned!
Eric was very nice and full of great information. Brittany was my tech and did a great job. And I love all the great coupons too! Your company is doing a great job with impeccable customer service. Thank you!
They were very friendly and I didn't feel pressured to get anything at all. The guy was really helpful with telling me what I should have done in the future and gave me prices for those services. I like the cameras also, very cool to be able to watch them work!
Took a little linger than expected. Another vehicle came in after me and left before I did. They were getting the same service done. Not a big problem though.
The manager was extremely pleasant and honest.
Employees made me feel welcome. The person checking me in was friendly and very personable and professional.
I only trust the valvoline on Thompson. They've had the same workers for years and i feel they know what they are doing! They are friendly and they get me in and out.
I needed a headlight changed and they were very quick, knowledgeable and friendly. Very satisfied with all members of the staff.
Been using this location several years ALWAYS exceptional service staff friendly informative never pushy. Amazing management staff even the convos among themselves are professional polite productive. Manager reinforces minimizing consumption max workplace efficiency! Wow really great study at the Thompson rd location.
The people who took care of me were wonderful and took care of my van's needs quickly and professionally.
Friendly staff, efficient visit, no problems.
A service bay was available immediately, and I think I was there for about 15 minutes. The staff were courteous, friendly and professional.
Everyone, especially the gentleman who processed my payment, were very friendly and helpful.
Staff was very friendly and helpful. Tried to make the oil change as quick as possible.
Awesome staff and service, I am from out of state, so going there for every oil change is not possible, but always go if I'm in NY and need one!
I only use this Valvoline location for my oil changes and NYS Inspections.The employees are always courteous and professional.Great service! Give the manager a raise!!!!!
The team members were quick and friendly. They did not pressure me to buy anything. And they answered my other questions about my vehicle.
They did their job and I got in and out.
I was told a upper brake light was out and upon personal inspection found it to not be the case. I was asked if I wanted it dealt with and didnt so I'm glad because it wasn't out.
The camera was not working or not on to show the technician under the vehicle servicing it.
The girl who helped us was very nice. we ere the 1st customers of the day I think. Also the whole team was upstairs as wee arrived, and agreed to waive hi to my toddler while we waited for the oil change. The guy even waived again in the camera while doing the work underneath the car. Thanks for being so personable.
I stopped there late in the day due to an unexpected trip that came up for me the next day and needed to have my oil changed and tire pressure checked. They were friendly and got me in even though it was close to closing time.
Oil got changed price wasn't awful tech was as very friendly and i didn't have to get outside in the cold weather.
I've been going to this Valvoline instant oil change for years now. Completely satisfied every time I visit so in my mind there's no need to go anywhere else.
They took care of me and were both efficient and friendly about it.
Liked how the employees took turns coming out to vehicles that pulled up to speak with them, direct them to the next bay, and let them know approx. how long the wait would be. I was in contact with 3 different employees and every one of them was super polite and friendly. They seemed to be on the "young" side, so this was very refreshing. You don't find this politeness at too many places!
I had a coupon and the tech was super friendly. I did miss the live feed on the camera though. It wasn't working.
I'm a repeat customer . they always do a great job. Very friendly. No pressure. They did replace a lug nut during the tire rotation I only knew that because I saw it and the chrome cap was missing. (Didn't see it till later).
I was impressed by the very high level of courtesy and professionalism exhibited by the staff. Customers are treated very well and the very well organized work procedures indicate an attention to getting the job done right.
The Tech's were instructive, pleasant, and patient. The service was quick and thorough.
I trusted valvoline to do my NYS inspection knowing that they do not do any large jobs on cars, as opposed to a dealer or shop who would try to find things wrong with the vehicle just so they could trick me into getting those things fixed while I was there to get passed. I was pleased to find out that my car passed inspection with only lights that needed to be replaced. I will be back within a week for an oil change.
The technicians were pleasant courteous knowledgeable and proffesional.
Every point of contact and every visible process was exemplary.
$90 after a $15 off coupon for an oil change is COMPLETELY OUTRAGEOUS!!!! I can go to several other national brand locations for 1/2 the cost, and it will include tire rotation. My last visit to Valvoline was with a different vehicle, and it was less than 1/2 the cost for the same oil. I asked why it was so much and they told me because I had 5.9 quarts, opposed to 5 quarts...$50 more for a quart of oil? Although it is convenient to get an oil change on the fly, and not need to schedule an appointment...it is certainly not worth paying double for that...and not get my tires rotated on top of the added cost!!! I will never go to Valvoline again...Highway Robbery!!! I still cannot believe I was charged $90 after a $15 coupon for an oil change!!! NEVER AGAIN!!!!
The technician Brad was very helpful and friendly. He took care of our service promptly and efficiently.
I have been going here the past three times (on Thompson rd) and the personnel are always phenomenal. They always have me leaving with a big smile. I can not say enough good about Valvoline employees on Thompson rd. Syracuse ny. I already made several invites to friends.
Friendly Knowledgeable and efficient.Available and fast.
The staff at this Valvoline are always courteous, the work is always done quickly and I will continue to return.
Mitch went above and beyond with customer service! I came in for a fluid check because I had a leak he not only check my fluids but has somebody go under the car to look for leaks! I tell people I go to Valvoline every 3 months to get my oil changed and even though I could find a cheaper place to get my oil changed the service is so extraordinary I have no problem paying a little more for my oil change because they also almost give you like a tune-up I tell you what's wrong with your vehicle so you can get it looked at or they can help you with it.
it was a basic visit for an oil change and customer service was professional as always. Highly satisfied to me would be going above and beyond.
My service was great and all staff were friendly. I asked to have my tires rotated as well. They complied and asked that i wait in the waiting room while they did this service after my oil change. Nice shop. I will be back.
I wanted to get a synthetic blend oil change but ended up getting a conventional oil change because you charge 65.00 for a blend wish is outrageous considering most places charge between 35.00 to 50.00. If I had more time I would had gone somewhere else.
The staff is very responsive and always treats me well.
They explained to me the type of oil my car mfg. recommended and the price of it before the service. They also were able to fill the air in my tires to the exact poundage recommended,and all four tires had the same poundage! This is something my car dealership has never been able to do!
The service was very good. The wait was over 20 minutes and the prices are ridiculous! Will still be returning due to a need in service and friendly staff.
Very professional and polite. Service was quick.
Job was done within a reasonable ampunt of time and the staff was friendly enough.
Because everything they did there was outstanding.
the customer service was fantastic it seemed every associate working that day came by to say hi while woring on my van.its so nice to see people working that really enjoy what there doing.
The young men that took care of me was so respectful and told me all that they were going to do and what they did. I love the special treatment.
The lead tech, Brian, was excellent and courteous. Much appreciated.
Very friendly and helpful staff. I had a few questions they answered. Also showed me how to set some settings on my new car that I did not know was even there! Very quick and helpful service. Super polite!
After I get my oil change my light stays on idk if it'sy car or they aren't doing something right.
Great customer service. Quick turn around.
Because of the speed at which the oil change was completed and the staff being pleasant and courteous.
courteous, attentive reps. Quick service. detailed invoice. went the extra mile in letting me know what my car manufacturer's service recommendations were.no pressure methods. straight response when checking tires for rotation and the radiator fluid. could have been dishonest and said they needed service however he didn't. This is the way to run a business for repeat customers and recommendations. I refer people to this center because of the overall experience with each and every representative of the organization.
I just came in for a tire and fluid check before a trip and they treated me as they would if I was getting a large array of paid services.
Very knowledgeable staff that answered every question I had without the assistance of others. The staff also showed me the recommended specifications of oil for my vehicle. Very clean working conditions and customer service was what you hope to find. I will definitely return again!
Great staff and a professionally run store. Britt was extremely knowledgeable and helpful.
Very nice and very informed. Made me feel comfortable with their knowledge while listening to conversations between the employees regarding service facts and procedures. Actually helped a young couple by using a spare lug nut on tire to pass inspection. Guy went over and above to help. I will bring my car here for inspection based on what I saw. You at Valvoline have come a long way in customer care!
There was no wait. The first person who greeted us, Brian was very pleasant. He made some recommendations and took care of all my needs promtly and to my satisfaction. My oil change was done quickly. All the employees were cheerful. This is just another of the many Highly Satisfied experiences that I have had at this particular Valvoline.
Service was done efficiently and while I was offered additional products and services, I did not feel pressured in any way to accept them. This was much appreciated.
I have never had such a professional experience having an oil change in my life.These guys were professional, knowledgeable, courteous and had answers to all of my questions.I won't go anywhere else.
I thought all of the workers here were very pleasant, on top of trying to get me in the bay quickly, very informative of what they were doing, also showed me my filters and asked if I like it changed at that time, and the very quick service once it got started. The whole atmosphere at this place was warming.
Exceptionally professional & courteous employees & knowledgeable.
I had no problem with my time there.
staff was friendly and asked if i had any questions when they came with air filters or oil choices.
Everyone that worked on my Jeep Grand Cherokee were friendly, and they really knew their jobs, this means a lot to me. The woman that took my information "Britt" was smart and efficient. Overall, a they receive from me a very "WELL DONE".
Staff was very friendly and pretty knowledgeable. Facility is clean and neat. Close to my office. Drove by earlier, lots of cars, came by later, almost no cars - great! Had a road trip coming up for the weekend and decided I didn't want to do it myself, also needed an inspection. Worked out conveniently. Hard to get in to my regular mechanic.
I am becoming more and more impressed with this company with each visit. Your staff is all about courtesy, communication, hustle and competence. When I'm travelling and away from my hometown mechanic, I will look for Valvoline first from now on.
Excellent staff, in and out wait time was very little, very fair pricing.
I was satisfied with the visit. They were rushed to get the cars in/out.
I needed to get my car inspected as well as an oil change. The staff did a great job of accommodating me without an appointment!!!I thought vi had to call ahead. Everyone did a great job communicating while the service was performed. I could tell that safety is a big priority because they did a great job with repeate backs. It reminded me if being in the military. Great job guys and gals! I will bring my other vehicle to this location soon. Thanks again.
Always quick and convenient. They keep records so they know what I have already had done as to not to pressure to purchase unnecessary services.
Very polite and very professional.... was a very hot day and the mechanics were both very pleasant... awesome service.... no pressures to buy any other services...!
There is always room for improvement. I did not like when i told them repeatedly that i only want oil change and they still tried to sell me additional services.
I have been going to the Thompson Rd.Valvoline for years. I have seen many faces come go and each employee has always been courteous, knowledgeable and even smiling. This last time I was there, the temperature was scorching. I expected the employee might be tired or even irritable in this heat. Instead, they all were still very pleasant. Appreciate this alot.
when I asked a question about another service (on my A/C), they were able to answer it and explained the process.
Very curious service. good information was relayed when I had questions. As a female, I didn't feel uncomfortable with any interaction with the fellas in the shop. Very curious and professional. It's not an uncomfortable experience.
Everyone was friendly, but waited a little too long.
Wonderful people taking care of my van.
I have been using this site for both our vehicles for as long as I can remember. People have changed over the years but the quality of care and service never falters from the best. As for the uniforms, who cares what a person who does stellar work is wearing? I don't but I love that everyone is glad to see me.
I like the guys that work at this one the were nice and not pushy which made me want to spend money on the extras ! I really hope that you let them know how appreciated I was !
The manager and staff were all courteous and professional. Helpful and they worked very efficiently.
They got me in right away a 8 a.m and when I told them that I had to be at work by 8:30 they are worked together to get my car finished.
The serviceman was very friendly and personable. Didn't try to over sell more things, just informed me.
I came in for my NYS inspection which failed due to the emergency brake not hold properly.This was good because I needed the rear shoes to be replaced. Even though I used the emergency brake often when parking on hills I was not aware it did not function properly. I replaced the brake shoes, returned to the store and was happy that my inspection passed.
The staff really seems to know what their doing.
The manager Brian at the Thompson Rd location in East Syracuse NY is exceptional. He is truly the reason we return and are willing to wait when their busy. They way he runs those bays ( along with the staff) are pardon the pun run like a well oiled machine. He's truly an asset to your company. My husband and I have and will continue to always use that location.
Good service at a good value. previously went to dealer for tire rotation on tires that are not even 2yrs old and was told they would not rotate because too worn. They are clearly not worn and have <20K miles on them (60K mile tires).
The reason I waited was because I arrived before they opened. Very promt and exceptional service.
I came in for a NYS inspection. The tech was very personable and professional, didn't try to pressure me in to services I didn't need or want, and had me in and out of the facility in a very short time. 5 STARS!
No pressure for goods or services.
Close byMet my needsI need them to tell me the recommended oilQuality (conventional, blend SYnthetic)! .
I will return for sure the people were great there thurow and great to talk to.
It's my 2nd time there & I was able to pull right in. The staff is experienced & knowledgeable & trust worthy with my vehicle.
The employees at the Valvoline I visited were great! I had a much better experience here than I had in the past at Valvoline in Cicero, NY.
My change oil light is still on.
I absolutely love the atmosphere of this store even though the personel changed often they are always in great mood.
I was amazed at the friendliness and expertise of your staff. They are wonderful.
The manager is super friendly, pleasant and knowledgeable as are his team member. They recommend things to be considered to be done but NEVER do I feel pressured to do so.The facility is always very clean!
I like the team work seems like double checking what they do. One of the attendants showed me an air filter new and then my air filter. He told me as I could see that my filter was still clean and I did not need a new one at that time. I thanked him for his honesty - I am not a dummy but if he had try to sell me a new filter I might have done so figuring he knew what he was talking about. No hard sell of anything oil, etc. Courteous service. I always go to this location and I am never disappointed. I expected to wait - it was an unusually nice day for Syracuse and many had same idea I did get it done before another snowfall. During my visit I saw 2 vans from local businesses and a cable truck - I felt confident if these businesses trusted you with their fleet service I was in the right place.
I was in and out quickly and the staff was customer friendly.
Very professional and very friendly and very all business !!!!
Everyone there is very friendly and knowledgeable!
Price is ok for the service provided. Fast in and out.
Everything went smoothly and I was treated with courtesy and respect. The person who inspected my car was gracious. He kept me completely informed of times procedures etc. He was an excellent representative for your Company!
I was highly satisfied because of the friendly service and I did not have to wait like I do at the dealership.
As a single , retired woman I appreciate being able to trust someone to care for my car professionally and courteously .
The people was great all the time.Also I trust the people who work on my car.
In and Out in less then 15 minutes. Staff Very Friendly.
Very friendly, knowledgeable staff that got me in quickly.
Friendly, knowledgeable team every step of the way.
Very polite, professional, efficient. In and out - on my lunch hour. Thnk you.
Quick service and no sales pressure.
The service was great - everyone at the Thompson Rd location is very friendly & knowledgeable.
Very friendly service. Very thorough on explaining everything and giving options without any hassle.
Been going here for years with all of my cars (I have two right now) and will always return for their courteous, professional care.
The staff was very informative and courteou.
We were told when we arrived that there would be a lengthy weight for the oil change and inspection. We opted to go get breakfast while we waited for the car. The wait time was as we were told. We waited in the waiting room for the last 20 minutes. We did notice that a lot of the inspectors cert were expired (they might want to get those updated before the NYS DMV inspector stops in for a visit).The manager--I think it was Brian, was very friendly and knowledgeable. We also noticed that he was helping the other employees and double checking their work...I REALLY liked that!!
Under pressure to get my inspection done I called around to about 4 Valvoline's to check the wait time. I drove past the one on Thompson road and saw there wasn't a wait, and Megan was beyond helpful in getting my car in, inspected, re-fueled and out the door!
Everyone was kind and amazing. This is the only Valvoline I go to. Excellent staff!
The staff was friendly. I did not have to wait long. The staff answered all of my questions. I wasn't pressed into buying anything. The whole thing was super fast.
The team is very friendly, knowledgeable and efficient. They made it easy for my family and I to grab breakfast at the diner next door while they completed their work.
They are very professional and nice.
Everyone at this location on Thompson road in syracuse is ALWAYS so friendly and makes get an oil change easy and they do not intimidate you, which I have felt at other places. They make you feel like you're the most important customer, I can't say enough good things about my expierences at this location.
Quick and efficient customer care..
Great customer service and very knowledgeable on all their products and services they offer.
Fast oil change and very friendly staff.
Staff was very friendly and knowledge. They quickly read my familiarity with my car and adjusted their terminology accordingly. They were quick, but thorough and brought to my attention my low power steering fluid. Amazing every time.
They are very attentive to detail. They are nice people.
I thought the price of the air filter was a bit high.
The people that worked there were awesome. Great customer service.
Great friendly service. I highly recommend that my friends and family use them.
The gentleman that helped me went beyond the call of duty. Sorry I do not remember his name ,but he was very professional and very friendly.
Everything was very quick and efficient, all I needed was a new wiper and no one tried to get me to do anything else when I was there.
The person that helped me listened to the issue I was having and provided me with information on what they did to resolve my problem.
the staff was friendly and I was given information to make sound decisions.
Very friendly and took care of my need quickly and answered my question. Thank you.
I was in and out, got what i needed done, and they were nice.
I came in for a follow up to a inspection they finished promptly and the gentleman was so courteous. It was a pleasure.
Those young people are very good at what they do, that's why I keep going back.
The staff try hard to get things right.
Your staff there is excellent, courteous and makes you feel comfortable.
Valvoline has my records of previous work with my 5 vehicles. I won't go any where else.
The service was prompt. The employee was courteous and kept me completely informed. As always, I was completely pleased with my visit!
I have been taking my vehicle to this particular Valvoline service center routinely for quite some time. They have always been prompt, courteous and efficient. All my concerns are addressed and never seemed rushed even when I know they are extremely busy.
Brian was an excellent representative and answered any questions I had about the procedure. I was impressed by the professionalism and courtesy displayed by all members of the staff.
I am a senior citizen and a widow. I was worried about getting the correct information about a problem I suspected with my car. Remembering, an emergency situation I had in the past wiiith a previous car and stopping at this particular location for help which I received, I decided to go there again.I cannot believe the courtesy and kindness of the manager and staff which I received. The manager, Brian Wilson, took the time to sit down with me andlisten to my possible problem, had my car checked out, told me everythinglooked to be okay, put a post-it note in my car manual to show me what symbol to watch for, if my problem reoccured. Not only did I save the expense of needing repair, I found an honest and caring business that made me feel so relieved. I will be returning to this Valvoline location for all future services that I may need (oil changes, inspection, etc.), rather thananother competitor I previously used (it's not that they were discourteous but always tried to sell me other services that weren't necessary at the time). Please be sure to commend Brian Wilson and his team (Delvon, Brittany & Frinda) for being the best employees Valvoline could ask for.
The Manager was fantastic, he was very courteous and knowledgeable.
I really liked that so many women work there.
The gentleman who assisted me this time was very pleasant, informative, but not pushy. Everything went smoothly. I always return to this Valvoline. Great service.
When the techs were talking among each other how to do the receipt, the tech said "the customer is refusing to do what the manufacturer recommends." She even wrote it on my receipt. This could have been conveyed a bit differently. If that was the only choice, synthetic, then that is what I would've taken. Jeep takes either a synthetic or semi-synthetic choice.She honestly made me feel like a degenerate. I won't go back.
Staff was quick, efficient and all were very friendly as well as professional. Everything was explained completely and I was never pressured for additional services. Perfect!
The manager was Excellent in every way I checked. And I am impressed by the diversity represented in the staff at this site and the respect and collegiality they demonstrated with each other.
Everyone I interacted with was highly professional and extremely courteous. They were clear in their explanations and performed the work promptly and efficiently. I was very impressed at how I was treated and felt that this visit exceeded what I might expect elsewhere.One minor comment: The waiting area is kind of drab and minimally comfortable. this is one area for potential improvement in an otherwise excellent visit.
Very professional and excellent ability to communicate with the customer.
Staff is knowledgeable with smiles all around.
Great guys, very up front and friendly.
The staff know what they are doing when it comes to my vehicle.
I have had my oil changes at Vslvoline for many years and have never had a problem! Coupons are great too!
The techs knew how to deal high the headlight replacement and were very friendly and willing to answer all my questions.
Fast and courteous service. Everyone was friendly, and very knowledgeable. They did not try to sell me something I didn't need but they did offer additional services which I appreciated but never once felt pressured to have done.
The team was very friendly, knowledgeable and very quick on the service performed.
I am a regular customer at this store. The staff recognize Me when I go there. They greet You immediately upon arriving and are professional and courteous.
pleasant staff. engaging staff. thorough on their walk through.
Prompt service. Not pressured to up sell.
Quick, courteous service. Never felt pressure.
Too much shifting between my vehicle and another pick-up truck. The female Supervisor was especially more interested in taking care of other vehicles, then after 15 minutes she finally came to my vehicle but asked a couple of questions then back to the pick-up truck. The worker that was topping fluids and and filling my oil was completely confused, then he spilled oil on my engine cover by tipping the oil filling container too far and it ran out the opening at the top rather than the pour spout. Overall this was my worst experience at this Valvoline station.
The employees were all very friendly and they worked well together. I also was able to use an expired discount code. I received excellent service and will go there again if I am in the area.
I always use Valvoline as my go to for my oil change. I find them to be quick, courteous and very efficient for this service. I do recommend.
The service was great; I was 'highly satisfied' with it. The price was outrageous. $68 for an oil change is wicked.
Very satisfied with ladies that handle us coming in with the information and the team that change the oil and all needed to be done.
Very courteous service, very knowledgeable , quick service. I will definitely be back!
I have never had a problem with getting in and the staff is always friendly and like to joke around with.
It took more time than expected to get my oil changed.
Staff was efficient and pleasant, knowledgable, thorough. I don't mind waiting a bit as long as I'm greeted and given a good idea of how long it will be. The staff seemed to work well as a team and were all so nice.
Very courteous and treated me with respect.
I was most satisfied with the speed of service, the clarity and demeanor of the rep I dealt with, and that he was very informative while not being pushy at all. The entire crew was great; professional, efficient, and friendly.I work for Cummins, my employer enjoys a close partnership with Valvoline.If your additional services were about 25-30% less I would have all of my transmission, differential, radiator flush, etc done at this location.
The people that did the oil change were excellent with their customer service attitude. Excellent. In fact I am due for a car inspection and I will definitely get the inspection done there. You have very competent people at your Thompson Rd. site.
Great customer service. Staff very knowledgeable.
Always a painless experience. Staff is exceedingly friendly and honest. They communicate costs clearly. The brown-haired woman (long hair with it short in the back) seems to be in charge and is great.
Very quick, and friendly. I also like how they checked and filled fluids, and tire pressure.
The people at this location are always very friendly and professional. I live on the other side of town and always come to this location for oil change service.
No waiting. Got right in. Agent answered all questions knowledgeably and quickly corrected a misunderstanding due to a replaced driver's door.
Valvoline coupon I purchased from Groupon wouldn't be honored at this location.
Eric Bell is a AMAZING manager and the entire staff is great!! Awesome job and can't wait to come back!!!
Friendliness of the staff, it is always so quick and easy to just pull in! Love Valvoline! Makes my life so much easier!
The courtest and friendliness of the staff was impeccable! Brian Wilson was outstanding! You are very lucky to such a professional manager and staff!
No waiting time. Staff greeted me with an hello and asked right away how I they can help. Wasn't pushed to purchase other services, but was reminded about up coming issues with my car. Also, safety procedures are followed, like putting the cars key in a box, makeing sure car is turned off.
Each time I go there the staff are super friendly, the explain everything and make you feel like you're at home. I am so impressed each time I go there. I work in customer service and it is a pure pleasure to see this type of service. Kudos to the staff and to valvoline who trained them right and realizes customer service is very important.
I feel the cost is too high.
I've use this location for years for several vehicles I've owned over that span. The location is convenient, I rarely have to wait, and I get consistent service and fair treatment.I get coupons and see Ads from competitors all the time, but have never had a reason to change what's working for me. Thanks.
Came in for an inspection on the last day of the month before a holiday weekend. They were able to get me right in. Staff were fantastic. Great customer service skills from all. One guy complimented my seats. That was cool. Have always done my own oil changes but will give Valvoline a shot next time I need one.
Price of the oil change and tire rotation was more than I'd prefer to pay.
It was customer appreciation day, so the place was incredibly busy, but was running with incredible efficiency. I love this Valvoline, and I go out of my way to use this particular branch (Thompson Road). Excellent value and service!
I like the fact that the employees greeted me outside and the service was quick.
Frinda, Brian, and Brittany made me feel very welcome, though I was only there to have air put in the tires. Brian said he'd be happy to check the car's fluid levels - I was grateful he did, as I did need a top-off of windshield washer fluid. Brittany replaced a missing cap on my rear tire. Thank you!
Friendly, efficient, no pressure although I did purchase a filter.
I have been losing a little oil between oil changes. I was not aware that Valvoline will top off my oil with the same grade prior to 3,000 miles if necessary. I have been going to Valvoline for years & did not know this.
I only come to this valvoline because of the amazing customer service. I love the diversity of your staff and their prompt service. I could go to any valvolineand I will choose this one every time.
Every worker at this Valvoline location really seems to know their job very well.
The wait time for a State inspection great, not very long. Tech explain every detail concerning my vehicle.
No wait. Price with coupon and additional services good value.
I was in and out very quick. I found that the over all safety measures in place to be reassuring.
The service was quick, and the staff was very knowledgeable about my vehicle.
I think that what you charge for an oil change is way too much money. Goodyear and Midas start at 19.99. They suggested $59.99 for just an oil change. Obviously I return so I pay the price but it is distressing every time I go.
Very personable staff ,very clean and professional, prices a little high.
Waited on right away. They told me truthfully that I didn't need an air filter because they could see it was recently changed instead of trying to talk me into one anyway.
Great customer service, staff seemed very well trained. Assistant manager friendly and staff seemed to listen to her very well.
We have 4 vehicles and have been customers for several years.
Eric BELL Great costumer service skills and also his team great group of people very comfortable doing Business this team. I hope you guys will give Eric Bell and his team a raise or at least a gift cards.
The staff were friendly, team players. Impressed with the women working there.
Very perfessional staff and was impressed all young ladies.
They sure seem to know what their doing, and that is important.
I love coming to Valvoline! The staff is very friendly and helpful. Never feel any pressure. They do a good job very quickly. It is just so easy! Drive in and drive out! They take care of all the little things that I feel uncomfortable trying to do myself.
As soon as a came in to the parking lot , they directed me into a bay.they were very thorough in explaining what they will be doing and what step they were at currently in the process. I was able to stay in my car for the entire oil change which was great. They also gave me the options to do certain things rather than just doing it . I truly appreciate Megan's service and actually everyone's. They made the experience seamless . Thank you!!!
The staff is knowledgeable and friendly and the service is excellent and fast.
Everyone worked together so nicely and they were all incredibly nice.
I have been going to this location for many, many years and have nver feld this high pressure - hard sell atmosphere. It was a total turn off.
Everybody was kind and professional. Brian took his time to go over everything we were doing and recommended future services. Will and Bradley also did a great job, they were quick and efficient. I will absolutely recommend this location to friends.
They showed me a regular air filter as compared to mine instead of telling me I needed a new one. They also checked everything for me.
Too expensive. Over $50 for an oil change. That's ridiculous. I only went because I had coupon. Drive by it every day after work. Went in when no other cars were there. Hate valvoline because they always try to up sell me unnecessary work based on manufacturer recommendation.
Nice and efficient staff. Great deal with a coupon.
You know when you go there things are going to get done while you wait. Bring a newspaper, cup of coffee & you're all set!!! It's easy to plan that time when you need service or vehicle inspection. Much easier than having to drop your vehicle off & go back & pick it up. A big time saver!!!
No fault of the Company. My coupon had expired a day or two prior to my oilchange so I paid full price.
I also use Valvoline great pricing and fast service.
What happened to the inexpensive oil change you used to offer? I was shocked to hear how much mine was. Yes, I got your recommended MaxLife oil for my GMC but noticed later that I got charged an Extra Oil Charge of $6.99, for what? Good thing I had a $7 coupon. I'll go back to a garage that I've been to locally that does it for approx. $45. I went to you because I needed the oil change asap and figured you were always reasonable in price. Guess not anymore.


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La Suède a participé au Concours Eurovision de la chanson 1963 à Londres. C'est la  participation de la Suède au Concours Eurovision de la chanson. Elle se retire du concours l'année suivante avant d'y retourner pour l'édition de 1965.

Le pays est représenté par la chanteuse Monica Zetterlund et la chanson En gång i Stockholm, sélectionnées par Sveriges Radio (SR) au moyen d'une finale nationale.

Sélection

Eurovisionsschlagern svensk final 1963
Le radiodiffuseur suédois, Sveriges Radio, organise une finale nationale intitulée Eurovisionsschlagern svensk final 1963 (littéralement : « Finale suédoise pour l'Eurovision 1963 » en suédois), par la suite également référencée comme étant la  édition du Melodifestivalen, pour sélectionner la chanson et l'artiste représentant la Suède au Concours Eurovision de la chanson 1963.

La finale nationale suédoise, présentée par , a lieu le  au Cirkusteatern à Stockholm.

Finale
Douze chansons ont participé à cette sélection et sont toutes interprétées en suédois, langue nationale de la Suède. Chaque chanson est interprétée deux fois, la première avec un grand orchestre et la seconde fois avec un petit orchestre.

Seuls les résultats des trois chansons arrivées en tête du classement furent annoncés.

Lors de cette sélection, c'est la chanson En gång i Stockholm interprétée par Monica Zetterlund qui fut choisie.

À l'Eurovision
Chaque jury national attribue un à cinq points à ses cinq chansons préférées.

Points attribués par la Suède

Monica Zetterlund interprète En gång i Stockholm en  position lors de la soirée du concours, suivant l'Espagne et précédant la Belgique.

Au terme du vote final, la Suède termine  et dernière , n'ayant reçu aucun point.

Références

Suède
Suède au Concours Eurovision de la chanson
Concours Eurovision de la chanson

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When changing passwords won't protect you, cyber insurance will.
If your small business relies on digital technology to make sales, communicate or store information then you are exposed to what's known as 'cyber liability' or 'cyber risk'.
As foreign as it sounds, it's a real issue in 2019 - cyber risk costs the global economy more than $450 billion a year1. These costs come from range of events from getting your website hacked, to being sued for something you published online.
This is why Australian businesses are turning to cyber insurance.
What does cyber insurance generally cover?
How much can cyber theft cost a business?
What types of industries might consider cover?
Does it cover data breaches?
Still unsure it's essential for your business?
Let's consider the risks of doing modern business in 2019. Our reliance on the digital world has made it easier than ever to fall prey to people looking to profit from your misfortune.
Data breaches e.g. your customers information.
Fraud and theft e.g. getting your online store hacked.
Business interruptions e.g your website getting taken down.
Cyber insurance really shines when it comes to these types of claims. Traditional business insurance may fail to cover these claims or take longer to process.
Data breaches, identity theft and online fraud have blossomed, costing the global economy more than $450 billion a year.
90% of businesses have experienced some sort of cyber breach.
For small businesses who experience cyber breaches, 2 out of 3 can't recover the costs.
Before we get into the details of what's covered let's take a look at a few examples of cyber crime and the type of insurance that comes into play.
A business is targeted by a real looking email pretending to be a bank, informing the recipient of changed bank details.
An online business get's their data hacked, loosing customer information and receiving criticism from the public.
A cyber attack of a businesses website and network.
Cyber liability insurance policies typically offer coverage for a range of first-party (things that affect you) and third-party losses (things that affect other people.
Business interruption. This is a crucial inclusion and provides cover for any loss of income and related costs when a cyber attack or data breach means you are unable to conduct your normal business. This ensures you have sufficient funds available to continue trading until the situation returns to normal.
Theft and fraud. This covers the loss or destruction of your data as a result of a security breach or identity theft.
Forensic investigation and data recovery. In order to determine whether a cyber attack has occurred, you may have to pay for technical, legal or forensic services. Your insurance will provide cover for this expense, and may also reimburse you for the cost to restore, repair or replace lost data.
Extortion. If you find yourself in the unfortunate situation where extortionate threats are made against your business, protection is available. For example, criminals may demand money or property, they may threaten to disclose confidential information about your business, or they may threaten to introduce a virus or malware to your IT systems.
Crisis management and PR. In some cases you will need to take emergency action to ensure the secure future of your business. Crisis management may be needed, as might a PR or advertising campaign to make consumers aware of the data breach and how your business reacted. Your cyber liability insurance provides cover for the cost of this.
Regulatory defence expenses. If a data breach results in a regulatory claim from a government agency, for example the Federal Trade Commission or the Federal Communication Commission, your policy will provide cover. Coverage is available for fines, penalties and investigations.
Litigation expenses. This covers costs arising from civil lawsuits, judgements, settlements etc that result from a cyber attack or data breach. Others may claim that their finances, property or reputation were damaged by your failure to secure your IT systems, so you may become legally liable to pay damages or compensation. This is where cyber liability cover kicks in.
Notification costs. This covers any cost involved in notifying your customers of a data breach.
Monitoring. This covers the cost of any credit monitoring or fraud monitoring of employees or customers after a data breach.
Communications and media liability. This provides coverage for any media liability, including the unauthorised use of copyrighted material or trademarks published by your business.
What are some benefits of getting cyber insurance?
A wide range of cover. From the personal and payment details of customers to information about the inner workings of your business, cyber hackers target an extensive range of information. If you're the victim of a hacking attack, cyber liability insurance can provide business interruption cover, cover damages claims when you lose third party data, and even cover the cost of hiring a public relations firm to help you manage any negative publicity.
Affordable protection. Some business owners are put off the idea of purchasing cyber liability cover because they fear it will be too expensive. However, cover is actually much more affordable than you may realise.
Risk management. Your cyber liability insurer can not only help you in the event of a hacking attack, but can also help you prevent such attacks occurring. Your insurer will help you work out a risk management strategy and ensure you have adequate protection in place for your digital systems.
Cover not provided by public liability insurance. Most public liability business insurance policies will exclude losses connected with the internet from your cover, which is yet another reason why dedicated cyber liability cover is a wise investment.
In today's increasingly complex technological world, businesses are faced with more risks than ever before. Cyber crime is on the rise in Australia and around the world, and the potential loss that businesses can incur as a result is huge.
A newly released Australian government report revealed a rapid rise in the number of data breaches among organisations across the country. According to the study, data security is a serious concern for many of Australia's largest businesses, while even small businesses expressed concern about the dangerous potential for cyber attacks. Over one fifth of the 255 companies that the government surveyed stated that they had been targeted by cyber criminals during 2012.
Over one fifth of the 255 companies that the government surveyed stated that they had been targeted by cyber criminals during 2012.
Data breaches involving large companies, especially those with a high online presence, seem to be regularly reported in the papers these days. For example, a data breach at Target in the US over the 2013 holiday season affected 40 million credit and debit card accounts.
Many companies have started seeking out cyber liability insurance to protect their business.
This type of cover offers a high level of protection and equips businesses with the tools they need to survive financially.
The financial losses a business may suffer as a result of cyber theft can be quite substantial. According to the Cyber Aware National Report, a cyber breach can in many cases cost $1,000 to $5,000 in damages, with over two-thirds of businesses unable to cover these costs.
Detecting a breach and notifying the affected parties. Sophisticated breaches may take months to notice, which can allow damage—and expenses—to accumulate until the problem is discovered.
Mitigating and repairing the damage. This may require the assistance of a computer expert.
Losing business and clients. Lost business has been shown to make of the biggest percentage of losses resulting from data breaches. When a business loses its reputation and is no longer seen as trustworthy or secure by its customers, the impact can be huge.
Fines and penalties. This can be imposed from a number of sources if you don't protect sensitive data. while you may have to pay damages to settle claims against your business.
Inability to perform business as usual. A data breach can also cause a significant disruption to the everyday running of your business, pulling IT and key management staff away from their regular duties and resulting in a loss of productivity.
Cost of introducing tighter safety measures. Add in the possible cost of introducing enhanced security and monitoring protocols and you're looking at a significantly costly exercise for your business.
How much will cyber liability insurance cost me?
The sum insured. The higher the sum insured you select, the more your premiums will be.
The range of cover you select. If you decide to add additional options to your policy to make it more suitable for your business, you will need to pay more for cover.
The risks you face. The insurer will assess the unique risks your business faces when determining the cost of cover - for example, a business that collects online payment information from customers may a have a higher level of risk than another business that does not.
The protection measures you have in place. The insurer will assess what protective measures your business has in place to safeguard against cyber attacks.
The nature of your business. The industry in which you work and the digital systems you manage will affect your level of risk.
The number of employees you have. The more employees you have, the larger the amount of personal information your business will store, which may make it a more attractive target for hackers.
What types of industries might consider taking out cyber insurance?
Businesses in a number of industries might consider taking out cyber insurance. In particular, businesses in financial and healthcare industries rely significantly on reputations to ensure their success, so a damaged reputation can have a massively detrimental impact.
Does cyber liability insurance cover data breaches?
Cyber liability insurance provides cover in the event that your business is a victim of a data breach. It covers the financial consequences of lost or stolen employee or customer data, including damages claims and loss of profit, while it also covers the cost of restoring or recollecting data following a breach.
In addition, cyber liability insurance covers your expenses if you are the subject of a data protection regulator's investigation, and also covers the cost of hiring a PR firm to repair your business' image following a data breach.
How do data breaches even affect my business?
In the modern world, it's essential for business to hold and sensitive information online. From cloud-based data storage to online credit card payments, customer address details and employee tax file numbers, modern businesses store and send a wide range of important information across digital channels.
This of course makes businesses an attractive target for cyber criminals keen to get their hands on sensitive personal and financial details.
Identify the risks your business faces. The biggest risk for one business might be completely different to the biggest risk for the next. Would the exposure of your customers' personal information pose the biggest threat to you, or would it be the interruption to your ability to continue providing a service? Make sure you know the problems your business could face.
What sort of cover do you already have? Some of the insurance you already have in place may provide some coverage for cyber risks. Speak to an insurance expert to understand how your business is placed.
Get the right level of cover. Cyber liability is not a 'one size fits all' type of cover. Concentrate on making sure your policy includes all the basic features, but assess whether some of the tailored options will be necessary. Also, determine if the amount you're insured for will be enough to cover the costs you'll incur in the event of a data breach. It's a good idea to involve all stakeholders from different branches within the company to accurately assess how much cover you'll need.
Know what's excluded. Knowing what is and isn't covered on any insurance policy is always essential. Check your insurer's list of exclusions to prevent any nasty surprises at some stage in the future.
What about third-party negligence? If, like many business, you outsource tasks like data processing or storage to a third party, check whether negligence from that third-party will be covered by your insurance provider.
Still unsure why Cyber insurance is essential for your business?
A presence in the online world exposes your business to significantly more threats than bricks-and-mortar stores would encounter. If you've got an online shopfront, your site is constantly available all over the world and can be accessed from an ever-increasing number of technological devices. It's quite easy to see that the potential exposure to malicious activities is greatly increased.
In addition, the online world poses an increased risk to smaller business because they must rely on third-party vendors. While larger companies can manage all of their IT needs in house, smaller companies rely on third parties for things like data storage, so cyber liability cover can help cover the expenses incurred by any negligence on behalf of those third parties.
Finally, cyber liability insurance cover can be tailored to suit your business. Each business has its own insurance needs, so make sure you're aware of the risks your business faces before you buy coverage. Shop around and seek expert advice to ensure you end up with the right level of cover.
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Originally Published: September 13, 2018 4:13 p.m.
KINGMAN – The Kingman High School vice principal, John Venenga received a generous call Thursday morning from Scott and Emilie Preston of Preston Investments saying that they will provide the school the $8,000 baseball scoreboard.
Although the school did receive the scoreboard, which was its number one priority, the fundraiser is still being held partnered with Graves U-Haul to raise money for the other necessities they need. Other stuff KHS is raising money for is new uniforms, wind netting for the tennis courts, tournament sponsorship and basketball scoreboards.
The fundraiser is at 10 a.m. Oct. 1 at Graves U-Haul. To donate items for the auction, contact Mike Simmons at 928-753-8037.


Located in the heart of the Colonia Roma and dating to the first decade of the twentieth century, the Casa Lamm Cultural Center is a heritage listed building noted for its architectural and historical value and is currently used as an art gallery with a cultural and education program. Its generous proportions and ornamentation recall the European architecture of the period. The building houses the Nueve Nueve Bistró Mexicano, a restaurant featuring contemporary Mexican cuisine designed by Sordo Madaleno Arquitectos.
The project comprised the refurbishment of an existing extension to the building. With the aim of creating an experience within a number of different spaces, it was decided to develop the project across three platforms.
The dining areas is spread across two levels, taking advantage of elements such as fireplaces and planters to surround the tables and create a welcoming atmosphere that adapts to suit different times of day. This area is adorned with an undulating ceiling made from traditional mecate textile. The interior can be fully opened up to the exterior and joined to the terrace to create a fluid and well-ventilated space with superb views over the spectacular central garden surrounded by the interior courtyard. The glass surround that contains the restaurant sits in harmony with its classical context.


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package io.kubernetes.client.util.labels;

import java.util.Arrays;
import java.util.function.Function;
import java.util.function.Predicate;
import java.util.stream.Collectors;

/**
 * Set-based matcher for label-selection.
 * https://kubernetes.io/docs/concepts/overview/working-with-objects/labels/#set-based-requirement
 */
public class SetMatcher implements LabelMatcher {

  SetMatcher(String key, SetMatcher.Operator operator) {
    this(key, operator, new String[] {});
  }

  /**
   * Instantiates a new Set matcher.
   *
   * @param key the matching label key
   * @param operator the matching label operator
   * @param values the values
   */
  SetMatcher(String key, SetMatcher.Operator operator, String[] values) {
    this.key = key;
    this.operator = operator;
    this.values = values;
  }

  private SetMatcher.Operator operator;
  private String key;
  private String[] values;

  /**
   * The "in" set matcher. Matches if the label exists in the set.
   *
   * @param key the key
   * @param values the values
   * @return the set matcher
   */
  public static SetMatcher in(String key, String... values) {
    return new SetMatcher(key, Operator.IN, values);
  }

  /**
   * The "not in" set matcher. Matches if the label doesn't exist in the set.
   *
   * @param key the key
   * @param values the values
   * @return the set matcher
   */
  public static SetMatcher notIn(String key, String... values) {
    return new SetMatcher(key, Operator.NOT_IN, values);
  }

  /**
   * The "exists" set matcher. Matches if the label is present in the set.
   *
   * @param key the key
   * @return the set matcher
   */
  public static SetMatcher exists(String key) {
    return new SetMatcher(key, Operator.EXISTS);
  }

  /**
   * The "not exists" set matcher. Matches if the label is not present in the set.
   *
   * @param key the key
   * @return the set matcher
   */
  public static SetMatcher notExists(String key) {
    return new SetMatcher(key, Operator.NOT_EXISTS);
  }

  @Override
  public String toString() {
    switch (operator) {
      case IN:
      case NOT_IN:
        return new StringBuilder()
            .append(key)
            .append(" ")
            .append(operator.name)
            .append(" ")
            .append("(")
            .append(Arrays.stream(this.values).collect(Collectors.joining(",")))
            .append(")")
            .toString();
      case EXISTS:
      case NOT_EXISTS:
        return operator.name + key;
      default:
        throw new IllegalStateException("unknown operator " + operator.name);
    }
  }

  @Override
  public String getKey() {
    return key;
  }

  @Override
  public boolean test(String s) {
    return operator.with(values).test(s);
  }

  private enum Operator {
    IN(
        "in",
        args -> {
          return v -> contains(args, v);
        }),
    NOT_IN(
        "notin",
        args -> {
          return v -> !contains(args, v);
        }),
    EXISTS(
        "",
        args -> {
          return v -> v != null;
        }),
    NOT_EXISTS(
        "!",
        args -> {
          return v -> v == null;
        });

    Operator(String name, Function<String[], Predicate<String>> matcherFunc) {
      this.name = name;
      this.matcherFunc = matcherFunc;
    }

    private final String name;
    private final Function<String[], Predicate<String>> matcherFunc;

    /**
     * Gets name.
     *
     * @return the name
     */
    public String getName() {
      return name;
    }

    Predicate<String> with(String... values) {
      return matcherFunc.apply(values);
    }

    private static boolean contains(String[] strs, String s) {
      return Arrays.stream(strs).anyMatch(arg -> arg.equals(s));
    }
  }
}

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from the seeds: Finding our Rhythm.
Finding our rhythm. My little sweet babe is 6 months now. How our worlds have changed. We are still up all night. In bed early. And smiling the whole way through it. I love his sweet baby smell. His soft skin. His fine hair. His personality explodes more and more every day. We know what he doesn't like, what he likes - and what he loves. Right now his favorite thing in the whole world is our sweet pug Charlotte. He loves to giggle and coo at her. He's also quite into his reflection in the mirror. We moved into our own little nest last July - we bought a townhouse. It has been so lovely to sink our toes down into this home - to know we will be here for awhile. Growing, changing - life is wonderful. Not always perfect, or easy - but this life is wonderful.


Oregon Trail Rally is this week, Friday through Sunday. Everything you want to know is in the Spectator Guide.
Friday night at PIR (Portland International Raceway – a Portland park), starting at 6:00pm.
Saturday in Dufur the cars will be on display at Dufur City Park, beginning at 9:00am. Dufur City Park is scheduled to be the location for all services. That means that as the car finish stages, there will be time for them to work on the cars. That will be happening at a central, easy to find location. This is an excellent spectating opportunity. Kids love this stuff!
Sunday the cars will be running stages near Hood River, and servicing down in the Port Area – Again, beginning at 9:00am.
I'll be rooting for McDowell and Henderson (notice how I put the co-driver's name first…?) – Hood River boys and hell-a-fast!!! Number 541, Subaru WRX (photo above). Great insights on their Facebook page.
Carl Decker is a bicycle racer from Bend who also spends some time in Hood River. He's stupid-quick on a bike – expect that to carry over. Like Henderson, if you think race driver's ain't athletes… you ain't thinkin' very hard. Number 693, and it's probably still a Subaru.
Anybody named Tabor has done a lot for Rallying in the Northwest, and there are a bunch of them.
Paul Eklund is another Portland guy with a family history in the sport.
Any car running as a "Regional" entry is likely somebody from not too far away. And bring your kids – even the girls will be excited to see that there are women involved in this sport. It's super cool stuff. Check it out.


Masteron is a DHT derivative. Not a test derivative. But Dbol is and stack brilliantly with Test. Test Deca Dbol is bread and butter for mass. Test Tren Dbol also excellent. Stacking a parent compound with an off shoot is not a waste of time. Otherwise we would have 3 steroids to choose from. Masteron is only like Tren in that it is a high Androgenic non aromatizing anti catabolic. So is Primo, Winny, Anavar, Proviron, Superdrol etc. They are like Deca and EQ, not really alike at all, possibly interchangeable but so is everything if you ask the right person. So the stack has test, a 19nor, and a DHT derivative. All with unique properties. Add oral Winny and you've got the most popular precontest stack. Why does it baffle you?


A new speculative industrial building is in the works in Greenville County.
"This speculative facility is being built during a time of unprecedented demand in Greenville County for contemporary industrial space," said Mark Farris, president and CEO of the Greenville Area Development Corp., in the release.
Augusta Grove #17 is being designed by a team comprised of Atlanta-based Wakefield Beasley & Associates and Greenville-based Bluewater Civil Design. Harper Corp. is the general contractor on the speculative project.
The Matrix industrial park was purchased in September by The TPA Group based in Atlanta and Greenville-based Appian Investments. It was renamed Augusta Grove – a Greenville, SC Business Park. The park has 10 businesses on its campus, including Jtekt, GE Aviation, KI Logistics and Magna. There were 13 parcels of land that have not sold inside the park – totaling more than 700 acres.
The Augusta Grove #17 project is being developed by a group that includes The TPA Group, Appian Investments and Boston-based Long Wharf Real Estate Partners.
With the design finalized, construction on Augusta Grove #17 has begun and is expected to be complete by late summer 2017, according to the release.


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By Linchi Kwok May 31, 2010
Snapfinger, a web and mobile app provider for chain-restaurant takeout orders, will expand its service to independent restaurants soon. Investors will add $7 million to Snapfinger and hope to serve more restaurants and more diners in a rush.
Snapfinger is free for diners. With this mobile app, people can search a restaurant nearby. Then, order and pay with their cell phones. Tools for group ordering, ordering favorite items, and getting location-based coupons are also available. Because Snapfinger "prompts people to add more items," such as sides or disserts, people using this app spend about 25% more than those who order from a menu.
Snapfinger charges restaurants 3 - 10% of each bill for the service. Profits for Snapfinger could be huge. Think about it, there are 400,000 chain restaurants in the U.S., and the takeout business reaches $50 billion a year.
Cell phone apps and technology have changed consumer behavior significantly. If we cannot change the way how consumers do business with us, we have no options but to change ourselves and meet their needs.
Interested in more discussion about cell phone apps? Within this blog, search "app" under "Search Posts" (a tool on the right) and read more.
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Ten Ren's Tea was founded in 1953 and now operates one hundred retail stores globally, providing the finest teas to their loyal customers worldwide. Ten Ren's combines modern technology and traditional methods when processing tea leaves to provide customers with the highest quality tea that aids in improving the quality of life and health for their customers. Ten Ren's Tea Time, the restaurant, has a total of nine locations in the Southern California area. New Image: Ten Ren's Tea Time recently changed its logo, as shown below. We can say that the marketing team wanted a change of the company's logo to regain customer's attention and regain their sales. Just like they changed their logo, they also updated the website to fit the new theme. Their website appears more modernized than their previous design s, which can attract potential customers and returning customers. The company wanted to show its target market that they know what customers want and can accommodate any customer's
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In September 2016, a 72-year-old former member of the Australian national soccer team suffered what must have been an extremely painful death when his oxygen supply was somehow connected to his urinary catheter. The oxygen filled his bladder until it burst, and then the gas expanded his abdomen so much that his diaphragm was pushed up causing his lungs to collapse. The flow of blood returning to his heart was also obstructed.
What we don't know is how this could have happened.
Some have speculated that it was caused by a system problem. For example, the design of the connections on the urinary catheter and oxygen tubing might be similar and easily confused.
Although this would be a simple explanation and might lessen the degree of human error involved, I'm not buying it. The types of connections used for urinary catheters and oxygen tubing are quite different. The end of a urinary catheter is a female connection with a relatively wide diameter to accommodate the male end of the tubing leading to the drainage bag. See figure below.
The oxygen administration tubing is usually a combination of tube and nasal prongs as a single unit. See figure below.
Considering the incompatible tubing, it is difficult to imagine how the oxygen could have been connected to the urinary catheter by the elderly patient. Yet it is also inconceivable that any hospital staffer could think that oxygen should be given via the bladder.
At the coroner's inquest, which is still in progress, one account says a nurse recalled seeing a white connector between the green oxygen tube and the brown catheter but said she did not know what it was nor did she realize its implications.
According to another article, the police were told by hospital personnel that the patient, who was allegedly somewhat confused, may have connected the oxygen to his urinary catheter himself.
I scoffed at that until I did a literature search. Although I had never heard of a complication like this before, a paper in the Scandinavian Journal of Urology and Nephrology reported two cases of bladder rupture after inadvertent connection of oxygen to a urinary catheter by a patient.
Both cases, occurring in 1978 and 1999, involved men in their 70s. One patient was confused, and the other had chronic obstructive lung disease. Both had accidental disconnections of the oxygen and urinary tubes, and both connected the oxygen supply to their bladder catheters. Surprisingly, both survived after one was treated with observation only, and the other had a laparotomy and repair of the bladder perforation.
How those two elderly men managed to overcome the challenge of connecting the oxygen tubing to the urinary catheter was not explained in the paper.
The patient in Australia was receiving oxygen when he arrived on the floor, but the physician who admitted him testified that he did not order oxygen to be given.
The case also involves issues with the electronic medical record. The nurses did not look at the admitting doctor's notes. A student nurse entered the information that the patient was on oxygen using a registered nurse's login. The RN who allowed the student to use her password for the EMR admitted that using other people's passwords happened all the time because there often weren't enough computers and that she was not directly supervising the student.
When the patient was admitted, the respiratory floor had no beds, and the patient was sent to a general medical unit.
You may be wondering what happened to the urinary catheter and the oxygen tubing. They were "destroyed" before the police or anyone else investigating the incident could inspect them.
The inquest continues, and this post will be updated when the coroner releases his verdict.
Meanwhile, what do you think happened? Did the patient connect the oxygen tubing to his urinary catheter or was it done by a caregiver?
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Very alarming and saddening news. I can't believe it. Pointing each others hand is not the right time as one physician clearly saying he/she does not say to put a tube to the patient. A thorough investigation is needed. I hope there is follow up news after the investigation.
Thank you for the link. I am trying to understand the whole thing.
Extension tubing was my first guess too. Also, if a confused person had seen bladder irrigation before, not fully realizing the concept, and thought the oxygen tubing was supposed to be hooked to the foley?
I agree he could have confused the tubing. What I don't get is how he could have connected the tubes without some sort of modification. I still think it was a hospital staffer.
your blog is very useful to know about misconnection of medical devices is so dangerous for patients,\.
It could have been the patient error if the adapter for the o2 tubing was in place and the patient was confused due to hypoxia. Or…. same scenario with the adapter being connected, but this time, staff providing care, foley change, bathing etc. and connected the wrong equipment.
I don't see how oxygen tubing with nasal prongs could be attached to a Foley catheter without a lot of effort. The prongs would have to be cut off at a minimum. The remaining tubing would not fit tightly inside the end of the catheter.
By the way, this case has disappeared from the news. Nothing new has been written about for more than two weeks.
It is common in my hospital to need an oxygen extension tubing between the wall outlet and the patient's device. That could be mistakenly inserted into the catheter.
Good point. I haven't seen that lately, but I guess extension tubing is still around. We might not be having this conversation if they hadn't destroyed the evidence.