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Sustainability-linked hybrid bonds – a matter of time
Dmitry Sokolov, CFAVice President, Hybrid Capital, Debt & Financing Solutions
We are pleased to share this first article of a series in which we take a closer look at the potential interaction of two growing asset classes: sustainability-linked bonds ("SLB") and corporate hybrids.
A quick recap: the typical structure of an SLB includes a "coupon step-up" feature, in which an issuer's coupon increases, for example by 25bps, if the issuer fails to meet a "pre-determined" sustainability key performance indicator (KPI). SLBs have become increasingly common in senior bond markets: in 2021, over €85 billion of SLBs have been issued globally1, 10 times more than in 2020. Despite this increased popularity in senior format, there have been no SLB hybrid transactions by rated issuers to date2. The reason for this is that in order to achieve rating agency equity credit, the hybrid criteria of the rating agencies have to be met, and the typical coupon step-up seen in senior bonds would not necessarily align with that3. Rated hybrids represent >95% (>€200 billion) of total hybrid instruments outstanding4, thereby reducing the pool of potential SLB hybrid issuers considerably (for the coupon step-up alternative).
While a coupon step-up SLB hybrid may currently be difficult, a potential solution could be a SLB hybrid with a coupon step-down structure. In such a structure, the coupon of the hybrid would decrease if the issuer meets pre-specified sustainability KPIs (i.e. the reverse of the coupon step-up). The step-down is advantageous to the issuer, as it would not impact the hybrid's equity-like features and should therefore be acceptable from a rating agency's standpoint. The task here would be securing investor demand for an instrument in which the coupon may decrease. The good news is that there have already been step-down precedents in the senior format (e.g. by seafood company Thai Union5 and energy company Albioma). Also, some investors have indicated they would be willing to support a coupon step-down hybrid, provided that the KPI is meaningful and challenging for the issuer to meet.
Lastly, we believe that the emergence of an SLB hybrid format would help diversify the market for sustainable debt by offering more alternatives for investors and potentially attracting new issuers (e.g. similar to how consumer / retail / energy firms issued SLB senior). Therefore, we believe that it is only a matter of time until we see the first SLB hybrid transaction with a coupon step-down in the market.
In the next article of this series, we will explore alternatives around the question at which point the underlying sustainability KPIs should be checked versus a hybrid's first call date.
Dealogic, December 2021
There have been two hybrid SLB transactions by unrated issuers (Vossloh and UBM Development), in which the redemption amount increases if the issuer's ESG ratings are below a certain threshold.
See also S&P publication "Sustainable Finance: Equity Content And Sustainability-Linked Hybrids" (10 February 2020).
NatWest data, December 2021
See NatWest publication "Step-downs: a step too far?" https://ci.natwest.com/insights/articles/step-downs-a-step-too-far/(20 July 2021)
ESG/Sustainability"Tackling Climate Change" – a virtual world tour ahead of COP26
Under the header "Uniting the world to tackle climate change", the UK and Italy will host the 26th UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP26) in Glasgow between 1-12 November 2021.
ESG/SustainabilityGreeniums and "Halo" effect – green bonds make financial sense
I took part in a panel at this year's Climate Bonds conference, discussing the latest evidence around green bond pricing in the primary and secondary markets.
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Breaking down trending ESG trades & themes to help Corporates get ahead of the latest issues shaping the market.


Agrimony, or Agrimonia eupatoria, is an herb known widely throughout folklore by many names, including Church Steeples, Cockeburr, Sticklewort, Philantopos, Garclive, and Egrimayne, all depending on the culture that is referring to it and the time period in which it is discussed. Throughout history it has been given a reputation as possessing magickal and medicinal properties, with references within a publication of the London Materia Medica, and numerous other sources, and it has been widely referred to in ages past as an herb known for treating wounds and aiding in blood clotting, as well as being a potent component in treating snake bites, warts, and a variety of stomach and digestion issues. In mystical terms, it is also widely known for its ability to sedate, and even put men to sleep. In this circumstance it is used as a ritual component to a spell, and as has been found in prose in old English manuscripts that suggests that placing it under a pillow would leave someone sleeping until it was removed. Other spiritual and ritual uses found in folklore generally involving using it as an aid for healing, internally and externally, and in the expulsion of spirits, or exorcism.
In more modern holistic use, it is known as an aid in curing jaundice and liver problems, as well as aiding in digestion. Other uses include aiding in controlling and healing skin eruptions and irritations such as pimples and hives and athlete's foot. It has also been known for soothing fevers, colds, and diarrhea. Most commonly, perhaps, it is known for being an astringent that makes a good mouthwash or gargle ingredient.


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"Progressive" Cambridge Representative Jarrett Barrios emerges as as important Finneran ally. Finneran's first target:the Clean Elections law.


How disable a number of components of a gameobject via script?
How can I disable all components from a gameobject (Rigidbody, Scripts, MeshRenderer, etc) less a specific one (MeshCollider), via script.
You can still do it Manually by unchecking the specific Component you want to Disable from the Inspector.
and if you are disabling all components, you might as well just disable the gameObject itself.
Sorry, now I have tried it with other components and it doesn't work. Just deactivates some components, for example all the components related to the "Mesh" doesn't deactivate them, why? In addition, these components can be deactivated because if you write this code: GetComponent<MeshRenderer> ().enabled = false; they are deactivated.
I would like a script that deactivates all deactivated components related to mesh, such as scripts or audio listeners.


If you live in a neighborhood with dogs, chances are you are going to hear barking from time to time. After all, that is the nature of the beast, and many dogs bark as a way to scare away intruders. However, if that barking has gone from occasional to incessant there are some legal ways that you can get your neighbor to keep the noise down. It is about time to handle the neighbor with a barking dog problem!
Talk To Them! - Before you do anything, the best thing that you can do is talk to your neighbor. If they are gone frequently, they may not realize how the problem has escalated. Remember to keep things polite – getting angry will just cause tension. If you are uncomfortable talking to them in person, or are unable to catch them at home, you can consider leaving an anonymous note informing them of the problem. Never resort to threats, as these are illegal and can land you in trouble.
Determine The Cause - In some cases, you may be able to pinpoint the reason why the dogs are barking. For instance, they may be set off by the kids walking to school, squirrels getting into the bird feeder, or separation anxiety when their owner leaves for the day. If you are able to figure out why the dog is barking, then you can let your neighbor know so that they can take the dog in at that time.
Attempt All Options - There are many anti-bark devices the market today. From inaudible ultrasonic frequencies to tones you can hear, handheld training devices to automatic bark sensors and sprays, too, there are options for everyone. If the dogs are barking inside, and your neighbor is willing, try placing an indoor bark control device. Dog bark control collars utilize many different technologies; one of them is bound to work for your situation.
For outdoor pets and unwilling neighbors, there is always the PetSafe Outdoor Bark Control, which looks like a birdhouse. Your uncooperative neighbor will never know! Another tactic is to try the Super Bark Free in audible mode. You made get annoyed, but so will your neighbor - many times, this will force them into putting more time into bark training!
Documentation - If you do end up needing to take legal action against your neighbor, it is important to have documentation of just when the dog barks and for how long. Simply saying that the dog barks all the time will not accomplish this. Keep a journal noting the times of day that the dog barks and for how long. If the dog is kept outside and is barking, you can use a camera or video recorder to make a note of when he is barking, just use care to not break any privacy laws.
Get Help - If you try talking to your neighbor about the barking dog, and they won't listen to you or do something about it, you may need to get someone else involved. Your local law enforcement agency can give you information on noise ordinances, and your area Animal Control can also give you information. Sometimes, if the dog owner is exceptionally rude, filing a formal complaint is the only way to get through to them.
Things You Shouldn't Do - There are some things that you should never do when dealing with a neighbor and a barking dog problem. First, never make threats. These are considered illegal and can land you in more trouble. If you are going to call the police to file a complaint, it is better to just do it. Secondly, you should never take action against the dog yourself, since this could be considered animal cruelty, which is a felony in many states. Don't punish the dog for the owner's unwillingness to train! Third, you should never go onto your neighbor's property without permission. This could cause the dog to become even more aggressive and could make you liable for damages that occur.


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Firmin Dugas (March 8, 1830 – March 16, 1889) was a Quebec businessman and political figure. He was a Conservative member of the House of Commons of Canada representing Montcalm from 1871 to 1887 and in the Legislative Assembly of Quebec from 1867 to 1874.

He was born in Rawdon Township, Lower Canada in 1830 and studied at Collège de l'Assomption. Dugas owned and operated several sawmills and flour mills at Saint-Liguori. He was mayor of Saint-Liguori from 1860 to 1862. He was elected to the Quebec assembly in 1867; he was elected to the House of Commons in an 1871 by-election after Joseph Dufresne resigned his seat to accept a post as sheriff. Dugas resigned his seat in the Quebec assembly in 1874 when it became illegal to hold seats in both houses.

He died at Saint-Liguori in 1889.

His son Joseph-Louis-Euclide also later represented Montcalm in the House of Commons.

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LBU Staff Reactions: Penn State 33, Minnesota 21
Posted by Mike at 9:00 AM
We know, Joe. We're in that kind of mood, too.
(Photo: Joe Hermitt/PennLive.com)
A win is a win, right? Our thoughts on Penn State's road win over Minnesota this past weekend...
Given all the injuries I'll gladly take Saturday's outcome. The defense was banged up but played well enough to win and the offense finally found a way to score. Until he went down, with what is likely a concussion, Rob Bolden was 11 for 13 for 130 yards and a TD completing his first 9 passes. I said in the staff predictions that Penn State had to open up the offense and it looked just the opposite at first but the coaches did open things up a bit and Penn State had it's best offensive output of the season. Silas Redd continues to improve leading Penn State in rushing with 73 yards on 9 carries for a robust 7.9 yards per touch. He's easily Penn State's best running back but we won't see him until the other guys come in and struggle like they do in almost every other game. If Bolden can't go next week, I'm not too concerned McGloin is a serviceable backup until Rob is cleared. With all the struggles on the offensive side recently, Saturday's game was a step in the right direction. Let's hope things continue in that direction.
The defense is still frustrating the hell out of me. But I really liked what I saw from the offense, not only in play-calling, but the ability of the team to keep playing at a high level without its starting quarterback. The offensive line continues to leave much to be desired in the form of run blocking, but the pass blocking seemed a bit better overall. Even with the poor run blocking, Silas Redd and Evan Royster really hit a new gear. It would be very comforting in the weeks to come to see these guys develop into the thunder-and-lightening combination we've been waiting for in Royster and Stephfon Green. However, the big problem for Penn State will continue to be the defense. Being out of position is something I can handle, though it's not enjoyable. But poor tackling has been really the needle in my eye all season long. How is it that a defensive football program, built on doing the "little things" right--tackling--can be so bad this year at doing just that? This week against Michigan is getting scarier than ever. Denard Robinson can make plenty of plays on his own talent. He doesn't need help from Penn State's whiffing defense.
It wasn't the prettiest of wins, but I'll gladly take it. It was nice for once, to see the running game kick into high gear with Royster/Redd leading the way, I don't care if this is a crappy Minnesota defense that we're talking about. Even more importantly, the passing attack looked better and Bolden seemed to be turning the corner before his untimely injury. Matt McGloin did an admirable job stepping in as the backup and tossing a couple of TD's that put the Gophers in a deep enough hole that their mistake-prone offense wouldn't be able to claw out of. He does need to stop thinking of himself as a ginger version of Brett Favre (the on-the-field version, that is) and learn when to just throw the damn ball away instead of trying to thread the needle to a receiver in double coverage. The defense was highly disappointing once again: Poor tackling, poor coverage, and a lack of pressuring of Adam Weber allowed the Gophers to move the ball with relative ease. Penalties and turnovers however, kept Minny at bay.
By this point in the season, I've lost all hope in the defense being able to carry this team. The offense needs to step up like they did every game from hereon out if PSU is going to snag a few more wins. Fortunately, a porous Michigan defense allows for such an opportunity next Saturday.
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A beautiful summer's morning greeted over 500 participants for the second Run For Strength ChallengeMD at Albert Park Lake.
Sponsors, BBQ, dogs, kids, prams and people in wheelchairs added to the bustle of the morning.
The end result was a magnificent fundraising success with $46,562 raised for the day. Add this to the inugrual event's result and Run For Strength has now raised over $86, 700. An amazing effort and result attributed to the hard work of Sam Quattrone and Ozi Akyildiz.
Now while Run For Strength is not race, participants were still keen to beat their PB or "the other guy".
So, for the competitive individuals we provide the placing for the 2 sub events.
3rd – Max Tulen (40 min 45 sec) – Max is 11 years old. Amazing result.


Dr. Brent Kane graduated from the Loma Linda University School of Medicine and did his internship at the UCSF – Fresno. He completed his residency program at the Loma Linda University and is both specialized and board certified in Radiation Oncology. Dr. Kane has been in practice for more than 20 years and is affiliated with the Community Regional Medical Center and Saint Agnes Medical Center. During his career, he has run several clinical trials and has also contributed to a clinical research publication.
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Authorities said a passenger train, Akbar Express, collapsed on a freight train at the Walter railway station of Sadiqabad when at least 21 people were killed and 100+ injured.
Rahim Yar Khan Deputy Commissioner (DC) Jamil Ahmed Jamil told that all the passengers were trapped on a train, which was taken under Quetta, it was removed from the destruction and continued clearance operations.
Earlier, Jamil said that heavy machinery is being used to overcome the passengers who were trapped in the train, adding that they were being provided with food and water.
Police spokesman said police, rescue officials and other relevant agencies are engaged in rescue operations. Authorities said that the Pakistan Army was also participating in rescue efforts.
The ambulance started reaching the area of the area from different areas of the district to convey the injuries of Rahim Yar Khan to DHP Sadiqabad and Sheikh Zaid Hospital.
The spokesperson said that soon after obtaining information about the accident, Sadiqabad AP Dr. Hafeez ur Rehman Bugti and a police action reached the spot.
Rahim Yar Khan, DP Omar Farooq, said, "It is based on the initial reports when the signal is converted to the track, the passenger train went to the loop line, which caused traffic due to the accident.
Prime Minister Imran Khan presented his condolences to the families of the victims.
In a joint publication on Twitter, Prime Minister prayed for the fast recovery of the injured.
He has written that for the sake of dealing with the infrastructure of the railway, the Minister of Railways has asked that he has ignored the railway infrastructure and has ensured safety standards.
Railway Minister Sheikh Rashid Ahmed also expressed concern for the loss of precious lives due to the accident.
Rasheed said that the incident occurred due to human negligence. He said that in this incident, he ordered the superior inquiry.
Sadiqabad train collision death toll rises to 21 and 84 injured
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Global Thought Leadership – A King's Education
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The King's School enjoys international prominence for many reasons, not least being its unique history as Australia's oldest independent school.
With three campuses set on an extraordinary geographic footprint, a King's education is more than merely the inculcation of knowledge and skills with the occasional inclusion of co-curricular and sports activities.
The King's School is committed to providing pathways for its students in an environment where Global Thought Leaders are made. The School has a three-pillar approach where students are nurtured through Academic Excellence and Character Development within the context of a Christian Community.
According to Headmaster Tony George, King's continues to pledge its commitment to making an impact for the good of society, not just educationally but also socially and environmentally.
"We want our students to be challenged to grow and develop into intellectual, physical, social, emotional, and spiritual, but also courageous, adventurous, entrepreneurial, faithful, honourable, dependable, and egalitarian individuals who strive to be the very best they can be for the sake of serving others", says Mr George.
The kinds of leaders the School produces are those with a healthy risk appetite and whose character demonstrates humility and excellence.
The King's School offers a range of Scholarships and Bursaries for entry to Years 7 to 11, although the majority of these are for entry to Year 7. Many of these awards have been established as a result of the generosity of parents, friends, associated organisations and bequests.
Scholarship assessment examinations are held in February each year and are followed by interviews for short-listed applicants.
To find out more, please contact The King's School Register office on (02) 9683 8555 or enrol@kings.edu.au
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49ers WR Dante Pettis will get 'less opportunities' if he doesn't take advantage of the ones he gets
Joseph Nocco
The San Francisco 49ers suffered the team's first loss of the 2019-20 regular season on Monday evening against the rival Seattle Seahawks. Adding to the pain of such a defeat, 49ers wide receiver Dante Pettis just can't seem to do anything right this season.
Not only that, but Pettis has played so poorly that 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan had to once again comment on such a situation after his team's overtime loss to the Seahawks.
"He's had his opportunities. The more he doesn't take advantage of his opportunities, the less he opportunities he gets. He did get a couple last night because of injury and I didn't think he made them," Shanahan recently said, via Sports Illustrated.
The 24-year-old Pettis is currently in the midst of his second NFL campaign after the 49ers originally selected him in the second round of the 2019 NFL Draft out of Washington. As a rookie last season, Pettis appeared in 12 regular-season games for a banged-up 49ers team that didn't achieve much greatness. Over that same span, he tallied 27 receptions, 467 receiving yards, and five touchdowns via the passing attack on 45 targets. He also averaged over 17 yards per catch in 2018-19.
This time around has been much different for Pettis, though. Over the course of his nine regular-season appearances in 2019-20, the up-and-coming turned struggling pass-catcher has only hauled in 11 receptions for 109 yards and a pair of scores. He has received 24 targets, however, but has not been able to make the most of such opportunities.
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For millennia, our Tlingit ancestors thrived in the temperate rainforest of Southeast Alaska.
A narrow strip of coastline and a large archipelago of over one-thousand islands constitute Southeast Alaska, otherwise known as Alaska's Panhandle. This unique region boasts some of the world's most remarkable geography, including Glacier Bay National Park and the Tracy Arm-Ford's Terror Wilderness Area, as well as the Misty Fjords National Monument and Admiralty Island National Monument.
The vast majority of Southeast Alaska lies within the reaches of the Tongass National Forest, a temperate rainforest which receives 100-300 inches of precipitation per year. This abundant moisture contributes to the health and vibrancy of the coniferous Sitka spruce and western hemlock forest.
A myriad of land mammals, including both brown and black bears, wolves, moose, and mountain goats find ideal habitat amongst the lush vegetation and mountains of the area.
Glacially-carved passages and fjords separate the islands of the region, forming an "Inside Passage." These protected waterways act as arteries between the Gulf of Alaska and the rivers and watersheds of the land. All five species of Pacific salmon, halibut, rockfish, and king crab inhabit the region. In addition, marine mammals such as humpback whales, orcas, harbor seals, and porpoise feed in the nutrient-rich passages.
The Inside Passage also served as an important water route for Southeast Alaska's indigenous cultures. The Tlingit, Haida, and Tsimishian peoples traveled the passages to trade, hunt, and fish. Even today, the waters of Southeast Alaska remain a marine "highway" for residents, as most of the region's communities are only accessible by air or watercraft.
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I have had a very bad experience when I gave my car for servicing.after emptying my pocket still did not get basic services done.i have gone back to al futaim as it charges you but also provides service.
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I went to Honda Service for the service of our car. The break pads are making sounds I think we should change it since they're old enough, but the staff said they only need cleaning so after the service and using the car next day the break pads are still making that sounds when we call and asked why, they said that they will check it again, they told us nothing is wrong about them but then again they are still making sound, we told them to change the break pads and then they told us that we need to pay for another service fee that's when I realized what is happening. The product itself is good but the staff service needs more customer satisfaction in terms of their service.
Great service, fast and reliable. always keeps promises of delivery time..
They mechanics/technicians needs to make sure all parts removed while servicing should be replaced back. For the second time, my car tire tube dust cap is missing! They should make sure when returning the car after service everything is complete and no missing parts. I find this kind of service very unreliable and careless.
Very expensive servicing at the dealer!


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HFF announces $51.5 million sale of The Residences at City Center in Manassas Park, VA
The Residences at City Center, Manassas Park, VA
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Walter Coker
WASHINGTON, D.C.–– Holliday Fenoglio Fowler, L.P. (HFF) announces the $51.5 million sale of The Residences at City Center, a 291-unit apartment community with ground-floor retail in Manassas Park, Virginia.
The HFF team marketed the property on behalf of the seller, and procured the buyer, Mexico City-based HASTA Capital.
The Residences at City Center is located at 170 Market Street directly across from the Manassas Park Virginia Railway Express (VRE) station along Manassas Drive in Prince William County.
The transit-oriented property is ideally positioned near the largest employment centers and major thoroughfares in the Northern Virginia region as well as an abundance of retail and entertainment options.
Brian Crivella
The Residences at City Center comprises 255,608 square feet of residential space featuring high-quality, modern finishes and 43,708 square feet of ground-floor retail.
Community amenities include an outdoor pool with lounge area and grill station, state-of-the-art fitness center, clubhouse, business center, Wi-Fi café and a mix of surface parking and single-car garages.
The HFF investment advisory team representing the seller included Walter Coker, Brian Crivella and Dek Potts.
HASTA Capital is focused on the investment, development and management of residential multifamily rental assets in Latin America and the U.S.
Headquartered in Mexico City, HASTA combines its specialized operational expertise, rigorous analytical methodology and meticulous attention to detail, sustainability and quality control to create world-class buildings and living environments that improve their cities and generate superior risk-adjusted returns for their investors.
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HFF announces financing for six--property, 2,000+ unit multi-housing portfolio in Dallas-Fort Worth, TX
Jeremy Sain
DALLAS, TX –– Holliday Fenoglio Fowler, L.P. (HFF) announces acquisition financing for a six-property multi-housing portfolio totaling 2,048 units in the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area.
The HFF team worked on behalf of the borrower, Exponential Property Group, to secure the fixed-rate loan through Global Atlantic Financial Group.
The six properties in the portfolio are Cedar Point at 2020 Cedar Point Drive in Arlington (272 units); Emerald Hills & Normandale at 8950 N. Normandale Street in Fort Worth (398 units); Marine Creek at 4500 Marine Creek Parkway in Fort Worth (248 units); The Woodlands at 7040 John T. White Road in Fort Worth (346 units); Pecan Knoll & Broadway at 1051 E. Centerville Road in Garland (492 units); and Quail Ridge at 1919 W. Tarrant Road in Grand Prairie (292 units). The assets are approximately 98 percent leased overall.
The HFF team representing the borrower included managing director Jeremy Sain.
"We were attracted to this acquisition for many reasons, including the opportunity to essentially double our DFW portfolio as well as the attractive returns the properties will make available for our investors," said Kim Radaker, founder and managing principal of Exponential Property Group.
Kimberly Radaker
"Throughout the acquisition, we worked closely with the previous owner to help us retain the majority of the existing staff as it was important to us to utilize their individual expertise to help make this new venture a success going forward."
"HFF did a remarkable job in quickly identifying Global Atlantic as an ideal partner," Radaker continued. "The creative structure Global Atlantic brought to the table allowed us to close this large portfolio in a timely manner, and we greatly appreciate both the HFF and Global Atlantic teams' flawless performances throughout the entire process."
HFF Public Relations Specialist
Labels: HFF Financed 6-Property Multi-Housing Portfolio Dallas-Fort Worth TX 7-16-18
Tempe, AZ Office Market Strength Extends South, Promotes $23 Million Sale
Warner Courtyards, Tempe, AZ
PHOENIX, AZ – A Tempe, Arizona address and quality tenancy were key to the $23 million sale of Warner Courtyards, completed this week by the Phoenix office of JLL.
The seller was locally based building owner and manager Hannay Realty Advisors. The property buyer, Simone Charitable Foundation Inc., acquired a 95 percent interest in the office building. Hannay retained 5 percent ownership interest in the property.
Brian Ackerman
"The Simone Foundation was very attracted to this building's Tempe address and its roster of long-term credit and blue chip tenants that operate within very stable industries," said JLL Senior Vice President Brian Ackerman, who brokered the deal with JLL Senior Vice President Dan Postal.
"These advantages, along with the positive long-term performance of the Southeast Valley office market, are hard to replicate."
According to JLL, the submarket is home to only 30.3 percent of the Valley's office inventory, but has accounted for almost 55 percent of the total net absorption in metro Phoenix since 2010.
"That same ratio holds true as recently as the past 12 months, with Tempe recording 54.4 percent – or more than 621,000 square feet – of the Southeast Valley's 1.1 million square feet of total office absorption," said Ackerman.
Warner Courtyards is located at 301 W. Warner Road, at the southeast corner of Warner and Kyrene roads in the heart of Tempe.
Dan Postal
The office building totals 114,054 square feet and features single-story construction with high ceilings, a floor-to-ceiling glass line and four interior courtyards.
It is less than two miles from a full diamond interchange at Interstate 10, and approximately three miles from the U.S. 60 and the Loop 101 and Loop 202 freeways. It is surrounded by a highly educated workforce, popular residential communities, and is less than 15 minutes from Sky Harbor International Airport.
Notable tenants at Warner Courtyards include Cenlar FSB, Career Education Corp. and Global Lending Services. The building has been institutionally managed by Hannay Realty Advisors. Hannay will continue to manage the property under its new ownership.
For more news, videos and research resources on JLL, please visit ir.jll.com or www.jll.com/phoenix.
Contact: Stacey Hershauer
Email: stacey@focusaz.com
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Jeff Saywitz of Voit's Tenant Rep. Group Brokers $6 Million, 165,300-SF Industrial Lease in Fontana, CA
Applied Industrial Technologies' (AIT) 165,300-SF distribution facility in Fontana, CA
Fontana, CA (July 16, 2018) – Voit Real Estate Services is proud to announce that Jeff Saywitz, Senior Vice President and Partner for the Tenant Rep. Group at Voit, has successfully negotiated the renewal and extension of the Applied Industrial Technologies' (AIT) distribution facility in Fontana.
The 5-year lease was valued at nearly $6 million on a 165,300 square-foot space. The space houses multiple divisions of the company and serves as one of the primary distribution hubs for the western U.S. operations.
Jeff Saywitz
Robin Dean, Vice President, Asset Management for Washington Capital Management, Inc., represented the Landlord, Vintage Park East, LLC.
"AIT is pleased to have been able to secure favorable terms and continue its long-standing tenancy in the park," according to Saywitz. "Ownership's flexibility and consideration is also allowing AIT to perform improvements to help the company function more efficiently."
The property is located at Vintage Park East, in Fontana.
Voit Real Estate Services is a privately held, broker owned Southern California commercial real estate firm that provides strategic property solutions tailored to clients' needs. Throughout its 45+ year history, the firm has completed more than $48.1 billion in brokerage transactions encompassing more than 46,000 brokerage deals.
Voit's unmatched expertise in Southern California brokerage, investment advisory, financial analysis, and market research enable the firm to provide clients with forward looking strategies that create value for a wide range of assets and portfolios. Further information is available at www.voitco.com.
Robin Dean
The Tenant Rep. Group at Voit Real Estate Services exclusively represents tenants and users of commercial real estate throughout Southern California and the United States.
Voit Real Estate Services
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Labels: Tenant Rep. Group Voit $6 Million Industrial Lease Fontana CA 7-16-18
HFF announces $150 million financing of The Wrigley Building in Chicago
The 18-story North and 26-story South Tower of the 478,920-SF Wrigley Building, at 400 and 410 North MIchigan Avenue,
CHICAGO, IL –– Holliday Fenoglio Fowler, L.P. (HFF) announces $150 million in financing for The Wrigley Building, an iconic Class A office and retail property totaling 478,920 square feet in Chicago, Illinois.
The HFF team worked on behalf of the borrower, Mansueto Properties LLC, to secure the 30-year, fixed-rate acquisition financing through a major life insurance company.
Originally built in 1921 and 1924, The Wrigley Building is one of Chicago's most iconic properties and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Joe Mansueto
The two-tower property, which has connecting walkways on the third and 14th floors, was completely renovated from 2012 to 2014 to create modern office and retail space, to further enhance the historic façade and provide tenants with best-in-class amenities, including a fitness center, tenant lounge and conference center.
The 18-story North and 26-story South Tower are 90 percent leased overall to tenants including, American Medical Association, Leo Burnett, ABA, Nuveen, Walgreens and Perkins + Will.
Located at 400-410 North Michigan Avenue, The Wrigley Building sits at the northwest corner of North Michigan Avenue and the Chicago River.
This location in the North Michigan Avenue submarket has a robust amenity base with world-class shopping along the "Magnificent Mile", abundant hotels and meeting space, numerous residential options, various cultural institutions and many recreational activities/facilities.
"We are committed to preserving the legacy of this building and ensuring that it remains a vital part of Chicago's growth well into the future," said Joe Mansueto of Mansueto Properties LLC.
The HFF debt placement team representing the borrower consisted of managing director Stephen Skok.
"The Wrigley Building is an iconic symbol of Chicago, which will serve as a long-term, generational real estate investment for Mansueto Properties," Skok said.
KRISTEN MURPHY
HFF Director, Public Relations
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Nearpod Partners With Unmanned Safety Institute To Bring Interactive Drone Education To High School Students
By USI | October 20, 2017
The Unmanned Safety Institute (USI), the leading provider of Career and Technical Education (CTE) curriculum and industry certifications to students interested in a career as professional remote pilots, and Nearpod, the company helping districts in their digital transformation, announced today a partnership to promote Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) learning across high schools throughout the world.
The introductory program provides teachers and high schools with the opportunity to deliver USI's award-winning education curriculum to students who are interested in discovering the amazing technology unleashed by UAS, also known as "drones". The program offers schools around the world the opportunity to offer introductory education programs to students in secondary schools who are interested in exploring the fascinating world of drones by teaching them aviation safety fundamentals that are essential to flying drones professionally.
"We are thrilled to partner with Nearpod and expand our STEM education programs to secondary schools who trust Nearpod to deliver engaging, interactive content to millions of students around the world," said USI President Aaron Greenwald. "This announcement demonstrates our commitment to 'students first' by teaming up with a world-leader like Nearpod to expand the reach of our programs and impact students in schools around the world, empowering them to discover the amazing capabilities of drones."
Nearpod's suite of products helps districts embrace technology in their classrooms. Through Nearpod, teachers find, create and deliver compelling classroom learning experiences that use virtual reality, video and other interactive media to boost learning outcomes. Its catalog of more than 5,000 standards-aligned lesson plans spans every K-12 topic as well as cutting edge ones like digital safety, character-building and learning English as a second language.
"The drone industry is an example of a STEM-driven field that was all but non-existent 10 years ago but is a great career path for many people today," explains Felipe Sommer, president and co-founder of Nearpod. "Our digital platform teaches students about the things they need to know to succeed in today's economy and we're honored to partner with the industry leader in drone education."
In August 2016, the FAA placed into effect 14 CFR Part 107 governing the widespread use of UAS for commercial purposes. Since then, businesses around the United States have realized tremendous benefits in utilizing this advanced technology from a cost-savings, time-efficiency, and personnel safety perspective. The rapid proliferation of commercial drones has created tremendous demand for hundreds of thousands of new jobs and the FAA estimates there could be as many as 2.3 million licensed drone pilots by 2020.
About USI:
The Unmanned Safety Institute (USI) is the industry's most widely recognized leader in flight safety solutions for individuals, enterprises, and organizations focused on integrating and operating Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), also known as "drones," for civil or commercial purposes. The Unmanned Safety Institute, widely recognized as "best-in-class" provides UAS flight safety training and certification to operational standards based on the adoption and modification of time-honored aviation safety practices. USI is a portfolio company of ARGUS International, Inc., and is headquartered in Orlando, FL with safety assurance offices in Denver, CO. Founded in 1995, ARGUS International is headquartered in Cincinnati, OH, and actively engaged with business activities in North America, Europe, Australia, Asia, South America and the Middle East and Africa. To learn more about USI, please visit www.UnmannedSafetyInstitute.org or call 1-877-535-SAFE (7233).
About Nearpod:
Nearpod is an award-winning education technology company focused on developing digital learning tools, virtual reality and interactive content across mobile devices that provides teachers an easy and efficient way to leverage technology in the classroom.
Nearpod was co-founded in 2012 by Felipe Sommer, Emiliano Abramzon and Guido Kovalskys, and its team spans talent from Mckinsey & Co, Red Hat, Accenture, Pixar, Netscape as well as former teachers. It is backed by notable investors like Insight Venture Partners, Reach Capital, Storm Ventures, the Knight Enterprise Fund, Krillion Ventures, Stanford-StartX Fund, Marc Benioff and GSV Acceleration.
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Propranolol for Migraine Prevention
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This blood pressure medication may help keep debilitating headaches at bay
Colleen Doherty, MD
Colleen Doherty, MD, is a board-certified internist living with multiple sclerosis.
Medically reviewed by Claudia Chaves, MD on April 17, 2020
Claudia Chaves, MD, is board-certified in cerebrovascular disease and neurology with a subspecialty certification in vascular neurology.
Claudia Chaves, MD
How Propranolol Works
Propranolol is a beta blocker frequently prescribed to prevent certain types of migraine headaches. Sold under the brand names Inderal and InnoPran, and also as a generic product, this drug often falls under a broad category of drugs referred to as oral migraine prevention medications (OMPMs).
OMPMs are drugs that originally were created to treat other conditions but later found to help prevent migraine headaches. Like most such medications, propranolol has potentially intolerable side effects. That said, the American Academy of Neurology rates propranolol as a "level A" drug for migraine prevention, which means it's been found to be highly effective.
For that reason, if you and your doctor are developing a plan to try to prevent migraine attacks, propranolol may be an option to consider. This overview of how the medication works, how it's taken, its potential side effects, and more will help you to make an informed decision.
Medications for Preventing Migraine
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As a beta blocker, propranolol is primarily used for cardiac conditions such as high blood pressure and heart rate irregularity. It's also prescribed to treat a certain type of adrenal gland tumor (a small gland above the kidneys). The way the drug helps to prevent migraine headaches is still not well-known. It is believed that propanolol helps stabilize the blood vessels in the brain, preventing their dilation. In addition, the drug may reduce the excitability of the brain as well as improve patients' anxiety, helping decrease the frequency of the migraines.
Once released into the bloodstream, adrenaline binds to blood vessels surrounding the brain, causing them to constrict. Propranolol and other beta blockers reverse this effect, causing vessels to relax and allowing the free flow of blood to the brain.
It's available as an immediate-release tablet or an extended-release capsule. The immediate release tablet should be taken on an empty stomach while the extended release capsule can be taken with or without food (but should be done consistently).
Studies investigating the use of propranolol have researched different doses. For example, in one study participants took 80 mg per day. But other reports suggest doses starting at 40 mg up to 160 mg daily.
For migraine prevention, a doctor will usually prescribe 20 milligrams (mg) of propranolol three to four times a day to start. The dose then can be gradually increased if necessary to a therapeutic dose of 160 mg to 240 mg per day. Within four to six weeks, a person should experience a decrease in the number of their migraines by at least half, as well as a reduction in the intensity and duration of their migraine attacks.
The bottom line is that determining whether or not propranolol fails as a migraine preventive drug takes time, at least three months. This is certainly a downside, as those who suffer from migraines often (and understandably) become frustrated with this long waiting period.
As with any medication, before starting propranolol, it is important to discuss any potential side effects with your doctor. Below are some of the more common side effects seen with propranolol, although for the most part, it is a well-tolerated drug:
Since some substances may interfere with propranolol, it's important to tell your doctor about all the medications (both prescription and over-the-counter), supplements, herbals, and vitamins you are taking.
For instance, propranolol significantly increases the levels (up to 70%) of the common migraine medications, Zomig (zolmitriptan) and Maxalt (rizatriptan). With that, if you are taking propranolol for migraine prevention and Maxalt for intermittent migraine attacks, you should lower your dose of Maxalt, under the guidance of your doctor.
Propranolol is a pregnancy category C drug so should only be taken if the potential benefit outweighs the potential risk to the baby. Moreover, propranolol is released into breastmilk, so be sure to tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
It is unsafe for people with certain health conditions to take propranolol. Some of these conditions include:
Cardiogenic shock (Severe heart failure)
Second or third-degree heart block
An allergy to propranolol
If you are taking propranolol, it is essential to take it only as prescribed by your doctor. Stopping propranolol suddenly may cause worsening chest pain (called angina) and in some instances, heart attacks. In order to avoid these serious occurrences, it's important to slowly reduce your dosage of propranolol over at least a few weeks under the guidance of your doctor.
Moreover, propranolol may also mask the signs of an overactive thyroid gland (called thyrotoxicosis), as well as low blood sugar, especially in people with insulin-dependent diabetes.
Besides people with diabetes and thyroid disease, propranolol may not be able to be used (or may need to be more closely monitored) in people with a baseline low heart rate or blood pressure, asthma, depression, or peripheral vascular disease.
Although, considered a well-tolerated and generally safe drug, there are other serious warnings associated with taking propranolol—be sure to review these in detail with your doctor to ensure it's the right drug for you.
Propranolol is a reasonable starting point for most people's migraine prevention journey. Keep in mind, though, that propranolol only works for some people—it's not a magic cure and thus, requires a trial and error process, which can be tedious, Fortunately there are other migraine preventive drug options, including other beta-blockers, non beta-blocking therapies such as the anti-seizure medication Topamax (topiramate), Botox (botulinum toxin type A), and an injectable drug called Aimovig (erenumab).
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Food and Drug Administration. Propranolol hydrochloride extended-release capsules. Updated December 2010.
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2017 PARK HYUNG SIK FIRST LOVE IN MANILA
Date5 years and 3 months ago Views 10830By kpopchannel.tv
Get ready to fall in love as PULP Live World brings you one of today's most talented Korean stars!
For the first time ever, Manila fans will have the chance to meet the charming and charismatic singer and actor Park Hyung Sik at the 2017 PARK HYUNG SIK FIRST LOVE IN MANILA, happening on November 11, 2017 at the KIA Theatre, Cubao!
Hyung Sik first entered the limelight as a member of South Korean boy group ZE:A, also known as Children of Empire. With Hyungsik as its main vocalist and visual (and also a part of its sub-unit ZE:A FIVE), ZE:A emerged in 2010 with their debut single album Nativity which features the catchy and captivating lead single "Mazeltov". On the same day of its release, it topped Daum's artist and album performance charts. Following their ground breaking debut, ZE:A went on to have a vast and rich catalogue through the years with two studio albums (Lovability and Spectacular), three more single albums (Leap For Detonation, Exciting, and Phoenix), two EPs (Illusion and First Homme, which features the single "Breathe"), and a compilation album (제국의아이들 (ZE:A) – Continue (Best Album))—all chock full of infectious, upbeat numbers and moving ballads.
Nowadays, Hyung Sik is more popular on television series, slowly but surely revealing himself to be a versatile actor through different roles.
He has given life to the characters of the carefree and fun-loving Jo Myung Soo in The Heirs (2013), the uncertain Cha Dal Bong in What's With This Family (2014), the wealthy heir Yoo Chang Soo in High Society (2015), and the king-turned-warrior Sam Maek Jong in the period drama Hwarang: The Poet Warrior Youth (2016), among others.
Most recently, he became known as the haughty yet endearing CEO Ahn Min Hyuk in JBTC's record-breaking and highest-rating series Strong Woman Do Bong Soon, a romantic comedy where he starred alongside actress Park Bo Young for his first lead role. With the momentum of Hyung Sik's acting career, he has been recognised by different bodies and networks through awards, such as the Best New Actor and the Best Couple Award (with Nam Ji Hyun) for What's With This Family in 2014 at the 28th KBS Drama Awards. He also won an Excellence Award, along with the New Star Award, in the 23rd SBS Drama Awards in 2015 for High Society.
With a couple other awards and nominations under his belt, Hyung Sik is indeed becoming one of Korea's most stellar actors. He still keeps in touch with his musical side, however, by lending his voice to songs in the soundtracks of some of his dramas such as "I'll Be Here" for Hwarang and "Because Of You" for Strong Woman Do Bong Soon.
In an interview with Yonhap News Agency earlier this year (in April 2017 after Strong Woman Do Bong Soon finished airing), Hyung Sik spoke about finding his identity as an actor. "I stumbled upon the question 'Who am I' when going through the mechanical motions as an idol musician. But later (through acting), the time came when I was able to seek my sense of inner self," he said, adding that he learned the importance of "[maintaining] a sense of one's self after passing through that phase in life."
He further added, "I think I'm in a stable phase now. My mind isn't wandering any longer," giving fans hope that there's even more that they can look forward to in his flourishing acting career.
With Hyung Sik's growing popularity, fans inside and outside Korea look forward to meeting him and soon, it will be his Filipino fans' turn to meet the fatally charming and multi-talented star.
Following his last fan meeting stop in Tokyo, Japan, Park Hyung Sik will be making his way to Manila for the 2017 PARK HYUNG SIK FIRST LOVE IN MANILA on November 11, 2017 at the KIA Theatre, Cubao. Gates will open at 5PM and show starts at 7:30PM.
Tickets will go on sale on October 15, 2017 (10AM) and will be available at all TicketNet outlets and online (www.ticketnet.com.ph). Tickets are priced as follows: Php10,000 (Royalty – with Photo Op by group), Php8,000 (VIP – with raffle to Signed Posters), Php5,500 (Loge), and Php3,500 (Balcony). Ticketing charges apply.
ALL ticket holders are entitled to a HIGHTOUCH with Park Hyung Sik!
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The percentage of New Hampshire adults who say they are better off financially than a year ago and anticipate being better off in a year are at or near all-time highs. More than two-thirds foresee good times in the next 12 months in the state economy. However, deep partisan differences remain: Republicans and Independents are much more optimistic than Democrats, who are more pessimistic about the long-term national outlook than during the Great Recession.
Survey Center, UNH, "Record Optimism About Personal Finances Among NH Residents But Deep Partisan Differences Remain 8/27/18" (2018). All UNH Survey Center Polls. 1.


MaulePilots.Org :: View topic - UK owners?
Posted: Wed Nov 12, 2014 4:14 am Post subject: UK owners?
Many Maule owners in the UK?
Not many. Maybe 5 or 6 on this forum.
Ive only ever seen one flying in the UK and that was a couple of weeks ago at Shoreham with Tundra tyres on.
There are 25 on the UK register, but not all of these are based in the UK.
A most detailed and comprehensive response! I am based just outside East Grinstead underneath the Gatwick zone. Just having a couple of bits of work completed on my machine before taking delivery. I will def bring her over to White Waltham at some point and you can avail me of your Maule knowledge.
Chis, be careful what you wish for!
P.P.S. Welcome to the fold Jayson. I'm a fair bit north of London, but please call anyway. My contact details are on the aerodrome website in my forum profile.
That looks like a very do able trip. Make a plan we will show you a good time.
I am coming to London from the 27th for a couple of days.
Any nice little airstrips with character that a guy can visit and wonder around, have a bite and a beer?
We normally stay in North West London.
Just to say hello, I have bought into a syndicate with a MXT-7-180 in the south-east of England and am hoping to learn useful stuff on here as well as from my fellow syndicate members. I have already made contact with a couple of Scotland based Maule owners although, unlike our American cousins, I think of 250 miles as a long way.
On British roads, 250 miles IS a long way. The Maule however makes that like a trip across the county.


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Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse! declares the famous poem, The Night Before Christmas. However, this tiny mouse has managed to find his way to the kitchen and help himself to a sweet treat. After all, Christmas is for everyone!
These 3 little mice are adorable with their candy canes and peppermints. Choose between these 3 different cute little guys. If you love mice, you'll love these ornaments!
"Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse!" declares Clement Moore's famous poem, "The Night Before Christmas." However, this little mouse has managed to find his way out to sing Christmas carols. After all, Christmas is for everyone!


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Bachelor of Information Technology (BSc IT)
Department of Information Technology
A Bachelor of Science in Information Technology comprises of a detailed study in the field of software development, software testing and computer systems.
The department of BSc IT, established in 2013, strives to shape computer professionals of the future. It has a comprehensive curriculum on topics related to programming, electronics, networking, etc.
Furthermore, the international collaboration with University of Fraser Valley extends to students an in-depth learning opportunity and exposure to a different study environment.
A state of autonomy which was recently established helps in the holistic development of students.
About the HOD
Mr. Wilson Rao being the IT Administrator handles entire infrastructure of the college.
In addition to handling the responsibilities of the department, he has always been a helping hand to the students shaping them into the IT professionals of the future.
Along with this, he is also a member of IQAC, Admission Committee, NAAC Criteria IV and Placement Cell Member.
From The HOD's Desk
"It is a pleasure to head the Department of IT and BVoc in Software Development. The department with its state of art facilities and highly qualified faculty works with the objective of addressing critical challenges faced by the industry, society and the academia. Perhaps even more important is our unceasing commitment to our students, helping them to learn, grow, develop, and achieve their goals in their pursuit to excel in their professional career.
The Department of IT and BVoc in Software Development has recorded consistent improvement in its academic, research and placement performance. We offer a range of innovatively designed programs whose curricula are constantly updated to meet the changing requirement of the industry and also to meet the needs of major stakeholders. Through innovative teaching-learning process a teamwork approach and leadership building experience, our students gain vital communication and critical –thinking skills. We believe that our students have been well accepted in their job profiles and have consistently exceeded expectations of the corporate world.
During study at the department, the students are encouraged to get hands-on experience in the corporate world through internship projects with reputed organizations. In their curriculum they are encouraged to take up mini projects and assignments to supplement theoretical knowledge with practical experience. We also encourage students to organise events such as Cyber strike (Intercollegiate Tech Fest) and also get involved in activities of social relevance.
With this brief introduction, I welcome you to be a part of our journey towards being a world class centre of excellence in education, training and research."
Activities of the Department
Curricular: Seminars, Workshops, Presentations, Live Projects and Group Discussions.
Co-curricular: Internships, Cyber security course, Xplore (Annual Science exhibition), Ethical hacking workshops, Avishkar Research Convention (Annual Inter Collegiate Event).
Extra-curricular: "Cyberstrike" is the annual event and "The Digital Dispatch" is the department's half yearly newsletter.
Ability to get relevant industrial experience as part of the degree programme.
Specialized certificate courses offered other than the academic curriculum.
Equips students with skills that are in high demand from industry.
Many of our projects and taught modules are supported by industry.
The prestigious placement cell of the department was established to place our fresh graduates into organizations and companies worth their calibre.
It not only aims at placing the Third Year's but also strives to work towards helping our FY's and SY'S get internships and training programmes to mould them into the IT professionals of the future.
It hosts seminars and workshops on various topics such as CV writing and verbal skill enhancement.
The Dot Com Club
The Dot Com Club being the official club of the IT and BVoc (SD) department is an entity "of the students, for the students and by the students".
The members of the Dot Com Club volunteer every year in the official admission process carried out by the college and handle a major part of the entire back-end procedure handling as well as during the confirmation of seats during the merit lists.
The department has its very own annual Tech Fest Cyberstrike.
CyberStrike
"Cyberstrike" is the department's annual event which consists of workshops such as drone making, competitive activities such as Hackathon, Debate and Quiz and other gaming competitions. The event also consists of seminars on the latest trends and innovations in the IT industry.
It is worth highlighting that this year we worked in association with the Public Concern for Governance Trust (PCGT) and volunteered for their events like The Tribute Run 2018 which was a marathon. Students also volunteered at the "Unity in Diversity" event which was held at the NCPA on 26th November 2018 as a tribute to those who were martyred during the grave attacks.
A TechTalk was conducted for which we had the eminent dignitary Mr. Brijesh Singh who is the head of Maharashtra Police Cyber unit looking after the Cyber security of the Government of Maharashtra.
We had Ms. Janvi from BleeTech Innovations who came forth and presented the reality of her journey through the years to stabilize and establish her company as it is today.
The fest had another highlight this year that created a lot of buzz - The Drone Making Workshop. Participants were taught the fundamentals of drone making and were also given proper guidance on how to model, program and fly an actual drone.
The Digital Dispatch
The digital dispatch is the department's E-newsletter.
In this publication we highlight the latest trends and innovations of the IT industry and provide updates on the departments yearly activities and events.
The newsletter established in 2019 aims at educating the members of the department about several interesting topics such as Tech hacks, latest articles related to the field and Tech trivia.
Click here to view the latest newsletter of the department
https://drive.google.com/file/d/114pGe0t5McTDI9hj9a67VBXmZyYn_EPm/view?usp=sharing
The Department of Information Technology is headed by Mr. Wilson Rao with fellow faculty. The faculty of the Department also specializes in the areas of Information Technology.
For the betterment of the Department, weekly plans are made to define how to tackle new initiative or improvements to a process.
Name of the Faculty
Mr. B. Wilson Rao
MSc-IT
E-Commerce & Internet Security, Java Programming
Ms. Sunita Jena
Networking, .Net Programming, Android Programming, Electronics, Web Programming
Ms. Ummehani Saiyed
Electronics & Object Oriented Programming
Ms. Bertilla Fernandes
Asp.Net With C# and Advanced SQL, Networks
Ms. Priti Shellar
Applied Mathematics and Logic & Discrete Mathematics
Ms. Gandhalee Manohar
MSc-CS
Operating system, Software Engineering and Java
Ms. Shruti Shah
Imperative Programming and Computer Graphics
Ms. Krishnachalitha K C
MSc-CS, B.Ed, PhD (pursuing)
Computer Networks, Artificial Intelligence
Ms. Mahiba Khan
Cloud Computing, Database management System, Data Mining, Networking
Ms. Fathima Sheikh
Maths, Digital Electronics, Java Programming, Android Programming
Click Here To View Syllabus Under Autonomy - Unaided - BSc. IT


The most positive outcome, from four days of letters on secular and religious "ethics", is that the City of Churches has actually begun to talk openly about it, and for that The Advertiser must be congratulated.
While Senator Abetz and Tory Shepherd created good media mileage it couldn't — due to limited editorial space — dwell too deeply on all the important elements. The issues which underpin this whole debate of "modern versus traditional ethics" are quite varied and detailed.
While controversial comments make interesting theatre it does little to encourage "balanced" debate on a swathe of contemporary ethical dilemmas. It merely stirs, once again, a confrontational mindset.
Letters allow people to express their points of view, as they should, but while it's a vehicle for a variety of opinions it doesn't always contribute greatly to rationality and reason.
Just one case in point is Margaret Minney's letter which misrepresents my call for the widespread teaching of "secular" ethics to all schoolchildren (The Advertiser, yesterday). It doesn't discriminate against religion, it simply provides a balance; as is the case with most western countries.
It would be encouraging the see The Advertiser taking a greater role by running more in-depth articles — with a balanced secular and religious viewpoint — on some of the contemporary issues which face all South Australians. It won't settle the long-standing dichotomy but it will certainly contribute more light, rather than heat, to such an important debate.


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Nice – that one's pretty similar, eh? I see you found yours late in the year, too.
Now I can't wait until I get home and find one of those pesky Marmorated stink bugs that have invaded my house so I can look for the scent gland. Thank you so much for all the good and fun information you post.
I had moved to Michigan from Nevada, and I have never witnessed such a marvelous, unique bug. The plants I have, I do not care if they are scared so I am letting about 6 of these bugs live out the winter in my basement.
My generation automated it, and now the wealth of knowledge is at our fingertips:) People like you continue to document it, to be here for all the world to see, and learn. Thank You, for taking the time to teach me.


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Veronica had a short period of time where she was late to some of the gigs. Now you would expect to hear some excuse of traffic, wrong turns, or nearly any other traffic-related reason. Her's was a little more out of the ordinary.
She showed up to a gig in the outer banks one time with a story about a big ferry. Where we were there was barely any cell service so we couldn't really make or receive calls. I think it was Wayne that finally got a call from Veronica. She asked if we all had to take a ferry to get to the gig and then we lost her. We all chuckled a little but we were worried that she wouldn't make it on time. She ended up getting there just before it was time to start. Nobody else came anywhere near a ferry to get there so we asked if she had "take ferries" disabled on her GPS and she said she did.
We were playing a wedding in Laurinburg, NC and Veronica was late again. The story this time was even more outrageous. If you know anything about Laurinburg, you know that it is not really located near a body of water. It's about as inland as it gets, but somehow Veronica managed to find another ferry. This time it was a single car ferry so one car would enter and go across and then it would have to come back across to get another vehicle, which means there was more than just Veronica's car there to take the ferry. We joked about them having to use the rope to pull them across and that sort of thing and then played the gig.
There was one more time where she was going to end up on a ferry, but alas, it was closed when she got to it so she had to recalculate, or her GPS did anyway.
Afterward, we checked her GPS and, of course, she had not disabled the ferry option on her GPS so we helped her with that. As far as we know there haven't been any other ferry events on Vern's rides to the gigs, but she might just be keeping those to herself.


Living in a city that is popular with tourists can be an odd experience. It often doesn't really occur to you to visit some of the more popular 'attractions' if you live there all the time, but as a result you can miss out on some great experiences. My mum visited today, and insisted that we should look around Magdalen College. I'm very glad that she did, because it was really beautiful. The buildings themselves are very pretty, of course, but I'm afraid that living in such an old city has spoiled me for ancient buildings — "Pfft, that bit only dates from 1723".
On the other hand, Addison's Walk and the Water Meadows were breathtaking. The Walk is circular, and skirts around the edge of the meadow, flanked by avenues of trees and streams. The meadow itself was a sea of purple and white snakes head fritillaries. They are quite a rare plant, and I don't think I've ever seen so many in one place. There were yellow and blue wood anemonies and primroses flanking the path, and birds singing everywhere. It's hard to believe that you're in the middle of a noisy city.
I heard in Addison's walk a bird sing clear: "This year the summer will come true this year, this year. Winds will not strip the blossom from the apple trees this year, nor want of rain destroy the peas. This year time's nature will no more defeat you nor all its promised moments in their passing cheat you. This time they will not lead you round and back to Autumn one year older by the well worn track. This year, this year, as all these flowers fortell, we shall escape the circle and undo the spell. Often deceived yet open once again your heart quick, quick, quick, quick, the gates are drawn apart."
I hadn't heard the poem before, and coming upon it unexpectedly — at exactly the time when it was meant to be read — was beautiful. I love the final line. In Oxford you feel as if you are never far from gates or windows opening on to other worlds.