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package dayz.logger;

import org.slf4j.LoggerFactory;
import org.slf4j.profiler.Profiler;

import java.io.IOException;
import java.nio.file.Path;
import java.nio.file.Paths;
import java.sql.*;
import java.util.HashMap;
import java.util.Iterator;
import java.util.Map;

public class Logger {
    private static final org.slf4j.Logger log = LoggerFactory.getLogger(Logger.class);

    final Config config;
    private final Map<String, CharData> charDataMap;

    public Logger(Config config) {
        this.config = config;
        charDataMap = new HashMap<>();
    }

    public void start() throws Exception {
        // connect to database
        String dbUrl = String.format("jdbc:mysql://%s/%s", config.dbHost, config.dbName);
        Connection con = DriverManager.getConnection(dbUrl, config.dbUser, config.dbPass);

        // compute time difference between this machine and the database server
        Timestamp localTimestamp = new Timestamp((System.currentTimeMillis() / 1000) * 1000); // cut milliseconds off
        ResultSet timestampResultSet = con.createStatement().executeQuery("SELECT CURRENT_TIMESTAMP");
        timestampResultSet.next();
        Timestamp serverTimestamp = timestampResultSet.getTimestamp(1);
        log.debug("localTimestamp = {}", localTimestamp);
        log.debug("serverTimestamp = {}", serverTimestamp);
        long timeDiff = serverTimestamp.getTime() - localTimestamp.getTime();
        log.debug("timeDiff = {} ms", timeDiff);

        // character query
        String charQuery = String.format("SELECT %s, %s, %s FROM %s WHERE %s=1 AND %s > ?",
                config.playerUidField, config.lastUpdatedField, config.logFields,
                config.charDataTable, config.aliveField, config.lastUpdatedField);
        PreparedStatement charStatement = con.prepareStatement(charQuery);

        Path logDir = Paths.get(config.logDir);
        long time = System.currentTimeMillis() - config.startTimeDiff;
        ResultSetMetaData metaData = null;
        int columnCount = 0;

        // enter query loop
        while (!Thread.interrupted()) {
            Profiler profiler = new Profiler("query loop");
            profiler.setLogger(log);
            profiler.start("query");

            if (log.isDebugEnabled()) {
                localTimestamp = new Timestamp(time);
                log.debug("================================");
                log.debug("localTimestamp = {}", localTimestamp);
            }
            Timestamp timestamp = new Timestamp(time + timeDiff);
            time = System.currentTimeMillis();
            log.debug("timestamp = {}", timestamp);

            charStatement.setTimestamp(1, timestamp);
            log.info("querying character updates");
            log.trace("{}", charStatement);
            ResultSet charResultSet = charStatement.executeQuery();

            if (metaData == null) {
                metaData = charResultSet.getMetaData();
                columnCount = metaData.getColumnCount();
            }

            profiler.start("log");
            int logCount = 0;
            while (charResultSet.next()) {
                String playerUid = charResultSet.getString(1);
                Timestamp lastUpdated = charResultSet.getTimestamp(2);
                String lastUpdatedStr = lastUpdated.toString(); // yyyy-mm-dd hh:mm:ss.fffffffff
                String lastUpdatedDate = lastUpdatedStr.substring(0, 10); // yyyy-mm-dd

                log.debug("================");
                log.debug("PlayerUID = {}", playerUid);
                log.debug("LastUpdated = {}", lastUpdatedStr);

                // player debug
                if (log.isTraceEnabled()) {
                    PreparedStatement playerStatement = con.prepareStatement(config.playerNameQuery);
                    playerStatement.setString(1, playerUid);
                    ResultSet playerResultSet = playerStatement.executeQuery();
                    if (playerResultSet.next()) {
                        String playerName = playerResultSet.getString(1);
                        log.trace("PlayerName = {}", playerName);
                    } else {
                        log.warn("player name not found for PlayerUID = {}", playerUid);
                    }
                    playerStatement.close();
                }

                CharData charData = charDataMap.get(playerUid);
                if (charData == null) {
                    charData = new CharData(this, playerUid, columnCount - 2);
                    charDataMap.put(playerUid, charData);

                    Path logFileDir = logDir.resolve(lastUpdatedDate);
                    try {
                        charData.openLogWriter(logFileDir);
                        log.debug("log file opened: {}", charData.getLogFileName());
                    } catch (IOException e) {
                        log.error("cannot open log writer " + charData.getLogFileName(), e);
                    }
                } else if (!lastUpdatedDate.equals(charData.getLogFileName().getParent().getFileName().toString())) {
                    // date changed => rotate log file dir
                    Path logFileDir = logDir.resolve(lastUpdatedDate);
                    try {
                        Path oldLogFileName = charData.getLogFileName();
                        charData.rotateLogFile(logFileDir);
                        log.debug("log file rotated: {} -> {}", oldLogFileName, charData.getLogFileName());
                    } catch (IOException e) {
                        log.error("cannot rotate log file " + charData.getLogFileName(), e);
                    }
                }
                charData.setLastUpdated(lastUpdated);

                // skip PlayerUID and LastUpdated fields
                for (int i = 3; i <= columnCount; i++) {
                    String value = charResultSet.getString(i);
                    if (log.isTraceEnabled()) {
                        String columnName = metaData.getColumnName(i);
                        String columnTypeName = metaData.getColumnTypeName(i);
                        log.trace("{}[{}] = {}", columnName, columnTypeName, value);
                    }
                    int charValueIndex = i - 3;
                    charData.setValue(charValueIndex, value);
                }
                if (charData.hasChanged()) {
                    String lastUpdatedTime = lastUpdatedStr.substring(11, 19); // hh:mm:ss
                    log.debug("writing log entry to {}", charData.getLogFileName());
                    try {
                        charData.writeLogData(lastUpdatedTime);
                        logCount++;
                    } catch (IOException e) {
                        log.error("error while writing log entry to " + charData.getLogFileName(), e);
                    }
                } else {
                    log.debug("no char value changed => do not log");
                }
            }
            log.info("{} log entries have been written", logCount);

            profiler.start("cleanup");
            cleanup(timestamp);

            profiler.stop();
            profiler.log();

            long waitTime = config.waitTime - profiler.elapsedTime() / 1_000_000; // ms
            log.trace("waitTime = {} ms", waitTime);
            if (waitTime > 0) {
                Thread.sleep(waitTime);
            }
        }

        charStatement.close();
        con.close();
    }

    private void cleanup(Timestamp timestamp) {
        long time = timestamp.getTime();
        Iterator<Map.Entry<String, CharData>> charDataIterator = charDataMap.entrySet().iterator();
        while (charDataIterator.hasNext()) {
            Map.Entry<String, CharData> charDataEntry = charDataIterator.next();
            CharData charData = charDataEntry.getValue();
            if (time - charData.getLastUpdated().getTime() > config.cleanupDelay) {
                log.debug("cleanup of PlayerUID = {}", charData.getPlayerUid());
                try {
                    charData.closeLogWriter();
                    log.debug("log file closed: {}", charData.getLogFileName());
                } catch (IOException e) {
                    log.error("cannot close log writer " + charData.getLogFileName(), e);
                }
                charDataIterator.remove();
            }
        }
    }
}


Michael Pollan (of the best-selling Omnivore's Dilemma) explains why cheap food makes us fat.
A new link is discovered between bowel disease and nerves.
A new study finds that fast food causes high blood pressure. Study participants who ate low-fat, high-sugar meals (like Fruit Loops and Sunny D) didn't see their blood pressure spike the way that participants who ate burgers and fries did. The study concludes that it must be the fat in the food causing the immediate dangerous spike in blood pressure. It's "food for thought" (sorry), but we'd be very curious to know if the researchers also measured blood sugar levels immediately following the meals. We're willing to bet that both groups, but especially the low-fat group, saw a big blood sugar roller coaster after tucking into the 800+ calorie meals.
You all know we are seriously pro-fat around here. We don't espouse the popular 90s trend of low-fat everything, generally because low-fat foods are often very high in sugar, which is devastating to health. Fat is good for you. We're not saying fat needs to be your BFF*, but without natural fats in your diet, you're at risk for stress, depression, anxiety, unhealthy skin, Alzheimer's, improper nutrient absorption…well, it goes on and on! However, there's a world of difference between natural, essential fats and processed, refined greasy fast food, as this study shows.
April means the warmth of spring is upon us (well, any day now…). And that means new fruits and vegetables to enjoy! If you like to eat seasonally, be sure to check out this handy clickativity that provides a monthly guide to what's in season. Though we can't speak for cockles.
It's a great time of year to enjoy fresh peas. We always keep plenty of bags of frozen peas around the Sisson household (well, the freezer, anyway). Peas make a quick, easy snack for the kids after sports' practice or a long day at school that is far more nutritious than processed snack bars but won't have anyone groaning about eating their vegetables.
Fresh peas are perfect right now, and they are an excellent way to get extra vitamins, fiber and protein into your meals.
– One cup of peas contains a third of your daily requirement of fiber (though I personally recommend getting two or three times the 25-35 grams daily that the U. S. government recommends).
– Peas are famous for containing generous amounts of B vitamins, but they're also rich in vitamin C (a third of your DV) and vitamin K (half your DV).
– Peas are rich in serotonin-boosting tryptophan.
– Salads: peas work well with many fruits, avocados, and tomatoes.
– Stir fries: replace rice with peas for a fiber-rich, veggie-intense variation.
What's your favorite way to work good fats into your diet?
It's all over the news: the drop-off in hormone replacement therapy use after 2003 has been linked to the subsequent reduction in breast cancer cases. This news actually came out months ago (Mark blogged about it in December), but many mainstream docs panned it as a case of jumping to conclusions. Which means that tonight, they shall dine on humble pie.
Have you had an experience – positive or negative – with HRT that you'd like to share with others? What do you think is the best natural approach for women who don't want to take hormone replacements?
Guess Which Nation Is Deficient in Basic Vitamins?
That would be us, as in US…of A. That's right – in the land of plenty, where food is so plentiful we make it into furniture*, significant percentages of Americans are missing basic nutrients fundamental to life. Scoot yourself on over to WebMD's helpful article detailing which additional nutrients many Americans are deficient in and which five simple switches can change this around.
Note: the article classifies three major missing vits – A, E, and C – as antioxidants. A is actually not an antioxidant, although this belief persists. All the same, you still need it.
Okay, one more note: the article recommends imbibing juice to get your vitamin C. We recommend whole fruit – this way, you get the added fiber, and you aren't drinking pesticides. Yech.
And just one more note: remember that vegetables have plenty of fiber and far fewer calories than breads and pastas. Plus, veggies come packed with antioxidants and cancer-preventing compounds. Okay, we're stopping with the notes. Seriously. Next item.
Until tomorrow, Apples! The Bees are out.


Defence for Children - Sierra Leone (DCI-SL) was founded in 1998 during the peak of Sierra Leonean civil war, a time when the rights of many child citizens were gravely violated. It was initially established to monitor and document violations of children's rights and to provide legal assistance to child victims of violence and children in conflict with the law, including children who were detained and accused of being rebels.
Though DCI-SL is a local and independent chapter, it develops its programs based on the core principles and values of the Defence for Children international movement. DCI-SL envisions that children's voices are heard and that their rights are protected in both law and practice at national and community levels.
DCI-SL has its head office in Freetown, and branch offices in five different districts with forty-five staff, spread over the four regions of Sierra Leone.
The main goal of DCI-SL's work is to provide legal assistance, psychosocial and socio-economic empowerment for child victims of abuse/violence, children in conflict with the law and children in very vulnerable situations.
DCI Sierra Leone published their Annual Report for 2012. We invite you to view it by clicking here.
Child Justice - promoting protection and justice for children in conflict with the law.
Advocacy/lobbying - We carry out evidence-based advocacy at the community and national level. DCI-SL conducts research and continuously documents the child rights cases it deals with throughout the year. Findings of research and documented cases are used to support advocacy activities.
Institutional strengthening - As an advocacy organisation, we believe that the best protectors of and service providers for children are public institutions and community organizations who have been charged with the responsibility of child protection. DCI-SL provides these bodies with the necessary technical capacity and other resources crucial to their functioning.
Social and legal assistance to children - Children in contact with the law, whether as alleged offenders, victims or witnesses are given psychosocial and legal assistance to help them achieve justice, rehabilitation and reintegration.
Socio-economic empowerment – Children, young people and their families are given economic support so that they may become self-reliant and able to defend themselves against the injustice and social marginalisation linked to poverty.
Child participation - In as much as DCI-SL works mainly with children in conflict with the law and victims of abuse, the organisation also believes that children can also be actors within their own right and that their views should be present in decision making at all levels. DCI-SL mobilises and empowers children so that their voices may be heard by parents, community leaders and government authorities.
DCI-SL has led civil society campaigns and given technical inputs for the development and passage of many child rights policies and legislative instruments, including: the Child Rights Act 2007, the National Child Justice Strategy, the National Age Verification Guidelines, the Child Abuse Referral Protocol, the National Child Reintegration Policy, to name but a few.
Through legal advocacy since 2003, DCI-SL has been able to secure justice for over 3,000 child victims of abuse/violence and also removed over 10,000 children from police cells, prisons and other detention facilities, and succeeded in reintegrating over 60% of them into their families and communities. In this regard, one of DCI-SL's lawyers won the 2004 Reebok International Human Rights Award for the successful legal representation of children in conflict with the law and child victims of abuse in Sierra Leone.
DCI-SL has led civil society organizations to submit three UNCRC Alternative Reports to the Government of Sierra Leone and to the UN Committee on the Rights of the Child in Geneva.
DCI-SL is the chair and coordinator of the Child Rights Coalition - Sierra Leone (CRC-SL); the most influential child rights network with a mandate to monitor and advocate for the government's implementation of the African Charter on the Rights and Welfare of the Child and the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) and its Optional Protocols.


TThrough lecture, self-inquiry, group discussion, practice teaching, and the latest advances in neurobiology, we will investigate trauma theories, trauma informed yoga, and body based healing. After completion of this training you will feel empowered to offer trauma informed yoga classes to a variety of populations. If you are not a yoga teacher, this training will support you in your own self regulation, offer you tools you can use with patients and clients.


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On Columbus' Day, a 'short account' from one of his contemporaries
Flickr/Anthony Catalano
On this Columbus Day, an excerpt from Bartolomé de las Casas' A Short Account of the Destruction of the Indies, the first protest against the excesses of European colonization in the Americas by one of their own. A Catholic friar who travelled wih Columbus and accompanied many a Spanish mission, de las Casas was also fairly controversial, even in his own time. A strong defender of the indigenous, he helped promote the idea of Africans to replace them in slavery. A critic of Columbus, he also re-wrote a good portion of Columbus' diaries.
Written in 1552, the Short Account was meant as a warning to the Spanish king, in the hope that he would save the Americas before it was too late. De las Casas, who had been there from the beginning, understood all too well what Columbus has wrought:
God made all the people of this area, many and varied as they are, as open and as innocent as can be imagined. The simplest people in the world -- unassuming, long-suffering, unassertive and submissive -- they are without malice or guile and are utterly faithful and obedient both to their own native lords and the Spanish in whose service they now find themselves ... It was upon these gentle lambs, imbued by the Creator with all the qualities we have mentioned, that from the very first day they clapped their eyes on them the Spanish fell like ravening wolves upon the fold, or like tigers and savage lions who have not eaten meat for days. The pattern established at the outset has remained unchanged to this day, and the Spanish still do nothing save tear the natives to shreds, murder them and inflict upon them untold misery, suffering and distress, tormenting, harrying and persecuting them mercilessly ...
When the Spanish first journeyed there, the indigenous population of the island of Hispaniola stood at some three million; today, only two hundred survive. The island of Cuba, which extends for a distance almost as great as that separating Valladolid from Rome, is now to all intents and purposes uninhabited; and two other large, beautiful and fertile islands, Puerto Rico and Jamaica, have been similarly devastated. Not a living soul remains today on any of the islands of the Bahamas, which lie to the north of Hispaniola and Cuba, even though every single one of the sixty or so islands in the group, as well as those known as the Isles of Giants and others in the area, both large and small, is more fertile and more beautiful than the Royal Gardens in Seville and the climate is as healthy as anywhere on earth. The native population, which once numbered five hundred thousand, was wiped out by forcible expatriation to the island of Hispaniola, a policy adopted by the Spaniards in an endeavor to make up the losses among the indigenous population of that island ... A further thirty or so islands in the region of Puerto Rico are also now uninhabited and left to go to rack and ruin as a direct result of the same practices. All these islands, which together must run to over two thousand leagues, are now abandoned and desolate.
On the mainland, we know for sure that our fellow country-men have, through their cruelty and wickedness, depopulated and laid waste an area which once boasted more than ten kingdoms, each of them larger in area than the whole of the Iberian Peninsula. The whole region, once teeming with human beings, is now deserted over a a distance of more than two thousand leagues: a distance that is greater than the journey from Seville to Jerusalem and back again.
#Columbus Day
#indigenous people

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The waves of heat shimmered around Alina as she depressed the painkiller's plunger. She wet her lips surprised they weren't cracked and dry. The tatters of her enviro suit still functioned, protecting her from combustion, but it strained, the heat scorching her gloved palms. She dragged herself forward. Just a meter more to take her place in the pantheon of her ancestors. Just a little farther to die.


This blog was supposed to be about woodworking. I'm not sure what it's about now, or where it's heading.
I've asked Lee to do a guest spot because I've essentially become akin to his stage mom at this point.
Eventually there will be more woodworking and I hope to do some videos showing some of our processes. Lee spends a lot of time on you tube learning from others. He's figured out how to sew and the basics of three phrase electricity, along with everything in between.
I promise, you haven't seen anything yet. What we've been sharing is just the tip of the iceberg of what we've planned. Time and being efficient with the same has been our difficulty. We've decided that after Christmas we will no longer be taking orders. We will be finishing the interior remodel of our building (the exterior will have to wait) and making inventory for our June 2nd opening.
I've been in contact with some very talented local artists. I'm thrilled they are willing to share their work with us and the community. I'm humbled by their faith in our vision. I can't wait to see all the different mediums showcased in one place.
After almost a year of work, I reflect on what a daunting task this has been. The day we got the keys, Kendell and I rolled down the hallway entrance to "Little Dave's on the River" doing the Remember the Titans Dance. I'm proud of us for having that much enthusiasm, smarter people may have just dropped into the fetal position and cried.
It felt surreal. Everyone has their "Dave's" story. People come up to me all the time to share theirs. It's been neat, and encouraging that people are sentimental towards this place. Mine include the first time Lee visited Brandenburg we came. Otherwise, it was a place I came with my friends.
This has been a tribal endeavor, and I can't believe the people that have showed up for us to lend a hand. I know this is starting to sound like a broken record, but I'm still amazed by the support.
I'm trying to get some t-shirt designs together. We want to sell them to raise some funds to get us to June 2nd. We will have a "shirt wall" at some point. This is a great way to make art affordable.
Once open, I'm confident we will make it. We just have to keep going, one day, one project at a time. Not to be hokey, but there is too much magic in the air at this point. People are interested in getting downtown Brandenburg back on its feet.
My Mom has said to me several times in recent months, "we'll back you up until your nose bleeds," which is a saying that must've come from Buzzo.
If you didn't know Buzzo, my Papaw, you really missed an opportunity, he was a Flaherty legend, a larger than life character that would be perfect fodder for a novel. I think the most interesting part is that he married my Grandma, who I call Mem, she has the personality of Mother Teresa. It's literally like God's divine light shines upon her head on the daily, you feel her faith radiating off her in warm, comforting waves. Pap on the other hand wasn't winning any bible races (and neither am I for that matter). But every Johnny needs a June. As my Mom said in his eulogy Mammaw Sue had one arm holding Jesus, and the other gripped Buzzo.
He loved the woodworking, he valued the the work people did with their hands. Him and Lee were kindred spirits, always using ingenuity to rig something up. Papaw built cars from the ground up, Lee builds furniture from scratch.
The last conversation I had with Buzzo was about Lee's plan to puruse woodworking more seriously. This seemed unobtainable and insane at the time. Telling people felt, to us, like we were saying, "we've decided to give everything up and live in a van down by the river." (This was before we had a building).
I'm not going to repeat what Buzzo said because it's probably not suitable for polite conversation ha! There is only a certain amount of swear words that I can incorporate into this narrative before I get in trouble. But the bottom line is he said to go for it. I'll never forget that. If you were fortunate enough to be loved by him, he truly would back you up until your nose bled.
After he died Mem found a coin in his pocket, no one knew he carried it with him. It says, "But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength...they shall mount up with wings as eagles. Isiah 40:31." This has become a mantra for my family.
The pictures revolve when you click on them.
September 30th Lee and I were on our way to Bowling Green to see Rector's Cherry Reproductions off into the sunset. We were happy for the Rectors in that they were about to get some much needed rest, after many years of hard work. But, it was hard for us to see it go. It had become a very special place to us.
We were having a conversation on the way, and I was talking to Lee about how we weren't getting anywhere. I felt like the little dutch boy in the dam, but once one hole was plugged, 5 more appeared. This building is like a wild animal, and you never know when it will attack.
We moved the equipment in July, but couldn't turn it on. At this point we had no opening date. Lee was making things here and there and trying to keep up with no end in sight, both of us working full time, it just seemed like it wasn't going to come together. I felt myself tearing up.The vision is colorful and bright, but it's like we are living in black and white.
And then, from out of nowhere, a semi comes rolling by us at full speed, and on the back, painted in huge letters, "TRUST" Isiah 40:31. That was my sign. I know those that aren't prone to sentimentality or the belief in other worldly occurrences, will think that sounds crazy. But even if it was just a coincidence, it was exactly what I needed, and that's all that matters. Since then, when my faith in what we are doing falters, TRUST comes into my thoughts and I'm comforted.
Only a few days later, I found out I had to have surgery. That's around the time we set the opening date. I told Lee we had to go for it, and to trust the process and have faith in ourselves that we could make the date we set. We got two of the machines wired and turned on, and the sound was satisfying to say the least.
The surgery went well, my biopsies came back endometriosis and non cancerous tissue. I had several polyps removed.
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Four Seasons Art Walk March 3-4
Please join the Oceanside Public Library on March 3 and 4 to celebrate Four Seasons Art Walk at the Civic Center Library, 330 North Coast Highway. The Library will feature painter Bonnie Tucker and photographer Don Bartletti. On Friday night, March 3, artist Bonnie Tucker will be at the Civic Center Library from 6:00-8:00 p.m. On Saturday, March 4, at 3:00 p.m. in the Civic Center Library Foundation Room, Don Bartletti will discuss his compelling documentary photography project, "Between Two Worlds: The United States/Mexico Border".
Bonnie Tucker is a painter who has been totally deaf since infancy. She works with different mediums and focuses on bold and bright visual and tactile elements. To create her pieces, she first marbles and hand paints paper to get a multi-dimensional texture; she then tears the paper into pieces and affixes the pieces to canvas or wood, finally, she paints on top of the paper. The final product is a celebration of color and layered effects, adding depth and dimension to the work. Her work is on view at the Civic Center Library, from January 23 through March 3, 2017.
Don Bartletti is a Pulitzer Prize winning photographer, a North County local, and a graduate of Palomar College. He recently retired after working for 32 years as a photojournalist at the Los Angeles Times, where he photographed wars and documented social issues. But the soul of his career has focused on our southern border and the immigration narrative. His photo essay, "Between Two Worlds," will be on view at the Civic Center Library from March 4 – April 22, 2017. This work focuses on the North County of San Diego as part of the larger immigration story relating to the US/Mexico Border. This exhibit and discussion are a supplement to the Californians: community conversations about immigration grant programming happening at Oceanside Public Library through May 2017.
Oceanside Four Seasons Art Walk is a quarterly event that takes place in the Oceanside Downtown Arts District, and celebrates local artists, musicians and community spaces. Visit www.oceansideartwalk.org for more information. Californians: community conversations about immigration is a California Center for the Book community-building program designed to spark community discourse and foster tolerance, meaningful conversation and understanding around immigration. These FREE programs are made possible through generous support from the Friends of the Oceanside Public Library. For more information about the library, please visit the library's website at www.oceansidepubliclibrary.org or call (760) 435-5600.
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Italy is set to overtake UK as worst country for Covid deaths
Italy is on track to reclaim the unwanted record of having seen the most coronavirus deaths in Europe, with the country expected to soon overtake the UK.
The Italian government has faced accusations of pushing 'amateurish' policies to combat the second wave of the virus after the health care system again failed to protect the elderly and the government delayed imposing new restrictions.
Italy added another 761 victims Friday, bringing its official total to 63,387, just 216 shy of Britain's Europe-leading 63,603 dead, according to Johns Hopkins University.
Both numbers are believed to greatly underestimate the real toll, due to missed infections, limited testing and different counting criteria.
Still, Italy could overtake Britain despite having 6 million people fewer than the U.K.'s 66 million, and would trail only the much larger U.S., Brazil, India and Mexico.
The country has seen an average of more than at least 600 deaths per day consistently since mid-November, and on some days reaching about 800. By contrast, the UK's average has remained in the 400s during this time period.
Multiple members of medical staff in protective suits work in a hospital in Milan, Italy. The country added another 761 victims Friday, bringing its official total to 63,387, just 216 shy of Britain's Europe-leading 63,603 dead, according to Johns Hopkins University
Italy's figures do not reflect well on Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte, who opted to avoid a second lockdown during the second wave.
Instead, he opted for an 'Italian model' of a three-tier system of restrictions of movement based on region that has since needed strengthening. There is also a 10pm curfew and a crackdown movement over Christmas and Boxing Day.
Italian microbiologist Andrea Crisanti who took leave from Imperial College London to help to tackle Italy's outbreak, has criticised the government.
Speaking to The Times, he said: 'Italy's first wave was bad luck but the second wave, which has killed 25,000, was unforgivable. A sign of poor management and amateurish preparation.'
This wasn't supposed to happen. Italy was the first country in the West to be slammed by COVID-19 and, after suffering a huge wave of death in spring, brought infections under control.
Italy then had the benefit of time and experience heading into the fall resurgence because it trailed Spain, France and Germany in recording big new clusters of infections.
Yet the virus spread fast and wide, and Italy has added 28,000 dead since Sept. 1.
Italy's figures do not reflect well on Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte (pictured Friday), who opted to avoid a second lockdown during the second wave
'Obviously there needs to be some reflection,' Guido Rasi, former executive director of the European Pharmaceutical Agency, told state TV after Italy reported a pandemic-high record of 993 deaths in one day.
'This number of nearly 1,000 dead in 24 hours is much higher than the European average.'
Italy has the world's second-oldest population after Japan, and the elderly are the most vulnerable to the virus.
The average age of Italian victims has hovered around 80.
Pictured: A graph showing the number of new coronavirus deaths per day in Italy. Since mid-November, the country has been consistently seeing over 600 deaths per day, with 761 recorded on Friday taking its total to 63,387
Pictured: A graph showing the number of coronavirus deaths in the UK per day, and the rolling 7-day average that is currently at 424
In addition, 65 percent of Italy's COVID-19 dead had three or more other health problems before they tested positive, such as hypertension or diabetes, according to Italy's Superior Institute of Health.
But that doesn't explain the whole picture. Germany has a similarly old demographic and yet its death toll is one-third of Italy's despite its larger population of 83 million.
Germany recorded its highest daily number of coronavirus victims Friday – 598 – but has only 21,000 dead overall.
Analysts point to Germany's long-term higher per-capita spending on health care, which has resulted in greater ICU capacity, better testing and tracing capabilities and higher ratios of doctors and nurses to the population. But Germany also imposed an earlier, lighter lockdown this fall and is now poised to tighten it.
Instead, Conte opted for an 'Italian model' of a three-tier system of restrictions of movement based on region that has since needed strengthening. There is also a 10pm curfew and a crackdown on movement over Christmas and Boxing Day
Pictured: People stroll at Piazza del Popolo in Rome Friday. The average age of Italian victims has hovered around 80. In addition, 65 percent of Italy's COVID-19 dead had three or more other health problems before they tested positive, such as hypertension or diabetes, according to Italy's Superior Institute of Health
'If you can act sooner, even a bit lighter in the measures, they work better than acting harshly a bit later or too late,' said Matteo Villa, research fellow at the Institute for International Political Studies, a Milan-based think tank.
Italy, he said, waited too long after infections started ticking up in September and October to impose restrictions and didn't reinforce its medical system sufficiently during the summertime lull.
'If you look at France and the U.K., you can see Italy did fare much worse,' he said. 'And if you look at a comparable population with similar demographics, which is Germany, Italy did a lot worse.'
With another wave of infections feared to be just around the corner with Christmas visits and the winter flu season, many are wondering how many more will die.
Doctors have blamed systemic problems with Italy's health care system, especially in hardest-hit Lombardy, for failing to respond adequately. They have cited the growth of private hospitals in Lombardy in recent years at the expense of public ones.
Brain drain and bureaucratic obstacles have resulted in fewer doctors going into practice, while general practitioners have complained of a lack of support despite being the backbone of the system.
Nearly 80,000 Italian health care workers have been infected and 255 doctors have died.
Pictured: A graph showing the number of new coronavirus cases per day in Italy
With another wave of infections feared to be just around the corner with Christmas visits and the winter flu season, many are wondering how many more will die. Pictured: COVID-19 patient under treatment in the intensive care unit lies on a bed at the Circolo hospital, in Varese, Italy
'We asked for a lockdown at the start of November because the situation inside hospitals was already difficult,' said Dr. Filippo Anelli, head of the country's doctors' association.
'We saw that it worked in the spring and allowed us to get out from under COVID. If this had been done, probably today the numbers would be coming down.'
But the Italian government resisted re-imposing a nationwide lockdown this fall, knowing the devastating impact on an economy that was just starting to come back to life after the springtime shutdown.
Instead, on November 3 the government divided the country into three risk zones with varying restrictions. But by then infections had been doubling each week for nearly a month and hospitals were already overwhelmed in Milan and Naples.
Italy also went into the pandemic poorly prepared. It had fewer ICU beds than the average of developed countries.
And in recent weeks, investigative news reports have noted that Italy hadn't updated its influenza pandemic preparedness plan since 2006 – which could help explain its critical shortage of protective equipment early on and its chaotic initial response to the pandemic.
A World Health Organization report, which was posted and then immediately taken down from the WHO website, noted that Italy's 2006 plan was merely 'reconfirmed in 2017' without being updated.
The report said the plan was 'more theoretical than practical' and that when COVID-19 hit, all hell broke loose.
The Italian government resisted re-imposing a nationwide lockdown this fall, knowing the devastating impact on an economy that was just starting to come back to life after the springtime shutdown
'Unprepared for such a flood of severely ill patients, the initial reaction of the hospitals was improvised, chaotic and creative,' said the report.
The U.N. health agency said it removed the report because it contained 'inaccuracies and inconsistencies,' and then decided not to republish it because it developed other ways to assess countries' responses.
Italy also ranked 31st – between Indonesia and Poland – in a 2019 survey of 195 countries compiled by the Global Health Security Index assessing abilities to respond to a pandemic or other health care crisis.
Italy scored particularly poorly in emergency response, preparedness, and communications with health care workers during a crisis.
Government officials admit they were caught unprepared but have strongly defended their response to the resurgence as scientifically sound and proportional to prevent the economy from collapsing.
Domenico Arcuri, the government's virus commissioner, said Thursday that the November restrictions were flattening Italy's infection curve.
'Daily infections are coming down, hospital admissions are coming down, the number of people who unfortunately are admitted to intensive care (is) coming down,' Arcuri said.
That is small comfort to Marcella Polla, who announced the death of her 90-year-old aunt on Facebook Dec. 6, saying she caught the virus in a hospital in October after complications following an angioplasty.
'My aunt was tough, made of Trentino fiber,' Polla wrote in explaining the extraordinary photo she posted of her aunt, holding herself up on a set of gymnastics rings this year.
'I want to remember her like this, even though the thought of her and so many others dying alone and then being put in a body bag torments me.'


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Here are three shots I took last Easter weekend of Maaike. It was the warmest Easter since recorded history and the apple trees were filled with blossom, so a great opportunity to take some beautiful shots.
We took these in the Betuwe, an area in the Netherlands with lots of fruit trees and places to do some walking or cycling.


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Darkest Hour (2017) starring Gary Oldman, Lily James, Stephen Dillane, Ben Mendelsohn, & Kristin Scott-Thomas
February 26, 2018 February 27, 2018 Emma1 Comment
WARNING: This review contains SPOILERS for the film.
Within days of becoming Prime Minister of Great Britain, Winston Churchill (Gary Oldman) must face one of his most turbulent and defining trials: exploring a negotiated peace treaty with Nazi Germany, or standing firm to fight for the ideals, liberty and freedom of a nation. As the unstoppable Nazi forces roll across Western Europe and the threat of invasion is imminent, and with an unprepared public, a skeptical King, and his own party plotting against him, Churchill must withstand his darkest hour, rally a nation, and attempt to change the course of world history. –Synopsis from Focus Features
… we shall fight in France, we shall fight on the seas and oceans, we shall fight with growing confidence and growing strength in the air, we shall defend our island, whatever the cost may be, we shall fight on the beaches, we shall fight on the landing grounds, we shall fight in the fields and in the streets, we shall fight in the hills; we shall never surrender.
Let us therefore brace ourselves to our duties, and so bear ourselves, that if the British Empire and its Commonwealth last for a thousand years, men will still say, 'This was their finest hour.'
–Excerpt from two of Churchill's speech (before the Battle of Britain)
I saw this historical drama on SAT; it is part of Regal's Oscar movie showcase (FEB 23-MAR 4). Darkest Hour (directed by Joe Wright) is very well-made w/ (I assume) great attention to period details. I esp. enjoyed the music (composed by Dario Marinelli). Gary Oldman is completely transformed; his Churchill is both intimidating, yet (somewhat) relatable in the quiet moments. It's not just about the cigars, whiskey (champagne for lunch- FYI), and a quick temper. Churchill has doubts, many ideas (some that are unpalatable to his own party), a sense of humor, and- most of all- thinks that victory over the Nazis is possible. We know Oldman is capable of delving deep into each role; however, this takes him to another level!
Kristin Scott-Thomas (who has been working in France for many years) plays Clemmie, Churchill's supportive (yet NOT a pushover) wife. It was nice to see her on the big screen after a long time. Another woman in this tale is a young typist, Elizabeth Layton (Lily James from Downton Abbey), who works closely w/ Churchill, though quite upset by their first meeting. Was this character based on a real woman? Or did the screenwriter create an (accessible) character to draw the viewer into the world of WWII-era British politics? I suspect it was a bit of both. Miss Layton is able to adjust to the (eccentric, sometimes insensitive) ways of her employer, who becomes Prime Minister (May 1940) at the start of the film. James does a fine job, able to keep a stiff-upper lip (as was expected in that world), yet also expressing strong (yet controlled) emotion in few key scenes.
Churchill keeps his "enemies" in his cabinet, including former PM Neville Chamberlain (considered a coward by many) and Viscount Halifax (Stephen Dillane from Game of Thrones). Halifax, who turned down the PM job before Churchill was chosen, wants to negotiate some sort of peace w/ the Germans (if possible). Of course, Churchill can't stomach that idea; he has trouble even saying the name "Hitler" when required. The PM's speeches and radio broadcasts helped inspire British resistance, especially during the difficult days of 1940–1941.
I was very impressed by Ben Mendelsohn (who plays King George V); he hails from Australia and has been receiving critical acclaim after breaking into Hollywood in middle-age. Check him out in S1 of Bloodline (Netflix) or in Rogue One (a prequel to Star Wars), if you haven't already. Not only does Mendelsohn get the unlikely king's (subtle) stutter right, his mannerisms and expressions seem pitch-perfect for a man deeply concerned about his nation (yet unable to express his feelings). At first, he is "a bit scared" of Churchill (FYI: He supported Edward's marriage to Wallis Simpson), though the men become allies in time. Any man whose name frightens Hitler is worth his support, King George explains to Churchill.
Familiar by Danai Gurira (Wooly Mammoth Theatre)
February 20, 2018 February 20, 2018 Emma2 Comments
Familiar is written by Tony-nominated playwright Danai Gurira (who was born in the US, but raised many years in Zimbabwe). She can be seen in the newest Marvel movie- Black Panther. (Listen to a recent NPR interview w/ Gurira here: https://www.npr.org/2018/02/17/586172340/danai-gurira-on-her-black-panther-role-she-protects-what-we-would-have-been). Familiar is Wooly's entry into the Women's Voices Theater Festival. The play is directed by Theater J artistic director, Adam Immerwahr (one of Gurira's long-time collaborators).
Donald (Kim Sullivan), a low-key lawyer and partner in his firm, and his high-strung scientist wife, Marvelous (Inga Ballard), are getting ready for the wedding of their older daughter, Tendi (Sharina Martin). Their younger daughter, Nyasha (Shannon Dorsey- I've seen her in All the Way and Octoroon), has recently returned from Zimbabwe, and is full of excitement and stories. Unlike religious/straight-laced lawyer Tendi, the much younger Nyasha is a free-spirited musician still finding herself. (Nyasha reminded me of Beneatha Younger, the idealistic/Afrocentric college girl from A Raisin in the Sun by Lorraine Hansberry.)
Two sisters of Marvelous have come over for the wedding: Margaret (Twinkle Burke)- an adjunct professor who loves wine and Anne (Cheryl Lynn Bruce)- a traditional woman (who stayed behind in the old country). Tendi invited Anne to help w/ the roora (bride price) ceremony, despite the fact that she and her mother don't get along. Marvelous is shocked, as she does NOT approve of roora. However, Tendi and her white fiance/nonprofit worker, Chris (Drew Kopas), want to honor the elders in this way. It turns out that Chris needs a go-between for the ceremony, so he brings in his younger brother/former soldier, Brad (Andy Truschinski). Misunderstandings, sibling rivalries, hurt feelings, secrets, and a LOT of hilarity ensues!
I was lucky enough to get tickets (online) to see this play on a pay-what-you-can performance. I don't think I've laughed this hard in the theater before! It's NOT just about jokes, there are some VERY touching moments (some of which grow out of a long-hidden family secret). I highly recommend it to anyone in the DC area; it's playing until SUN, MAR 11th (https://www.woollymammoth.net/event/familiar).
The Post (2017) starring Tom Hanks & Meryl Streep
WARNING: This review contains MILD SPOILERS for the film.
When American military analyst, Daniel Ellsberg, realizes to his disgust the depths of the US government's deceptions about the futility of the Vietnam War, he takes action by copying top-secret documents that would become the Pentagon Papers. Later, Washington Post owner, Kay Graham, is still adjusting to taking over her late husband's business when editor Ben Bradlee discovers the New York Times has scooped them with an explosive expose on those papers. Determined to compete, Post reporters find Ellsberg himself and a complete copy of those papers. However, the Post's plans to publish their findings are put in jeopardy with a Federal restraining order that could get them all indicted for Contempt. Now, Kay Graham must decide whether to back down for the safety of her paper or publish and fight for the Freedom of the Press. In doing so, Graham and her staff join a fight that would have America's democratic ideals in the balance. -IMDB summary
This tightly edited/well-acted historical drama (directed by Spielberg) is a MUST-SEE for our (politically troubled) times! Spielberg wanted to have his film released as quickly as possible given the parallels between its theme and the burgeoning political "fake news" climate in the U.S. According to Streep, the physical shoot started in May 2017 and finished at the end of July and Spielberg had it cut two weeks later. The film went from script to final cut in a modest 9 mos.
Tom Hanks (WaPo editor Ben Bradlee) and Meryl Streep (newspaper owner Katharine Graham) are the main draws here, BUT there are also chances for (younger/less famous) actors to shine. You will some fine moments featuring Matthew Rhys (Daniel Ellsberg), Alison Brie (star of GLOW), Jessie Plemons (most recently on Black Mirror), and Sarah Paulson (who plays the supportive wife of Bradlee). As I heard on NPR, this movie doesn't get into the fact that Bradlee actually had 3 marriages which were far from ideal.
At times, Graham is unsure of what steps to take w/ regards to the future of her paper (which was losing money). She is a woman in a man's world, who didn't have to work until she suddenly became a widow in middle-age. Her trusted ally is her long-time attorney, Fritz Beebe (actor/writer Tracy Letts); he is a male ally (though they wouldn't have used this term in the late '60s). Beebe helps Graham stands up to Arthur Parsons (Bradley Whitford), who thinks she's NOT the right person to head the paper.
Can journos be friends w/ politicians? Hmmm, it's NOT such a good idea, as BOTH Bradlee and Graham come to realize. Bradlee knows that he was TOO close to the Kennedys (personally), so got the kinds of access that other newsmen wouldn't have. Graham's long-time friendship w/ former Secretary of State Robert McNamara (Bruce Greenwood) is tested, BUT she doesn't let him intimidate her into being silent. Ben Bagdikian (Bod Odenkirk) provides some of the humor in the movie; he is a dogged senior reporter who tracks down Ellsberg.


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Sukanto Tanoto | Successful philanthropist and businessman – Sukanto Tanoto
Sukanto Tanoto – In an interview with Sukanto Tanoto, he was asked 'What does it take to be successful in pioneering: create something out of nothing and what kind of people we need to lead this kind of business?" His reply was "people who take calculated risks".
About Sukanto Tanoto
Securing the Future, One Book at a Time: Under Sukanto Tanoto, Tanoto Foundation Sparks Interest in Reading
Posted on May 29, 2017 May 26, 2017 by sukanto.tanoto
Sukanto Tanoto is undoubtedly one of the success stories of our time. The 68 year old, dubbed the resource king of Asia, built an empire worth over 15 billion dollars in assets in 50 years – his personal wealth alone is estimated to be about 2 billion dollars. He is the current chairman of RGE, which manages companies such as APRIL, Sateri, Pacific Oil and Gas – all of which he founded. That he achieved all of this is impressive in itself. That he started everything as a seventeen year old without a completing his education, is reminiscent of a classic rags-to-riches, fairytale story come true.
Sukanto Tanoto Turns Regret into Motivation
For all his success, Sukanto Tanoto has often mentioned that his interrupted education remains one of his few regrets. While some would suggest all's well that ends well –he is a billionaire after all – the entrepreneur extraordinaire continues to be determined to ensure no one else suffers the same fate again. To this end Tanoto Foundation, the philanthropic arm of his empire he set up with his wife Tinah Bingei Tanoto, has worked tirelessly to improve education and literacy standards globally. One way in which it has been doing so, has been through its Pelita Puska Programme, which aims to foster an interest in reading amongst Indonesian Children.
Tanoto Foundation: A Strong Track Record
The Pelita Puska Programme currently targets schools in rural areas, where information is often limited and facilities are poor. Beyond building and renovating the libraries in these schools, Tanoto Foundation also contributes materials to these libraries, and offers training to teachers who could go on to also become librarians. By doing so, Tanoto Foundation seeks to facilitate the maintenance and accessibility of reading materials, which would go a long way in increasing interest in reading and improving literacy rates. As of 2016, Tanoto Foundation has built and renovated libraries in 186 schools, and donated over 32,000 books, and trained over 1800 teachers. The fight might not be won tomorrow, but Sukanto Tanoto's vision is slowly, but surely becoming reality.
Posted in UncategorizedTagged Indonesia, RGE, Tanoto Foundation, Tinah Tanoto
Under Sukanto Tanoto, Woodfibre LNG Creates Great Benefits for the Community.
Posted on May 22, 2017 by sukanto.tanoto
Sukanto Tanoto has never been one to rest on his laurels. The self-made man, who struck it out on his own following the death of his father when he was seventeen, is a bona fide success story. Starting out in the spare parts industry, the eagle-eyed opportunist jumped into the plywood manufacturing industry during Indonesia's shift into value-added processing. He hasn't looked back since, and today he is chairman of RGE, which manages companies such as APRIL, Sateri, Pacific Oil and Gas. Unsurprisingly, he has been dubbed the 'Resource King' by GlobeAsia –Sukanto Tanoto's companies are all major players within pulp and paper, palm oil, viscose rayon, and LNG industries.
Changing with the times, but not our values
With the world moving towards consuming more renewable sources of energy, Sukanto Tanoto's newest venture capitalises upon this expected demand. Woodfibre LNG, subsidiary of Pacific Oil and Gas, recently entered a partnership with China-based Guangzhou Gas Group to build a 2 million tonne per year LNG terminal by 2020.
Growing in Canada, with the community
The Guangzhou company first agreed in 2016 to buy 1 million tonnes of LNG annually for 25 years from Woodfibre LNG's facility –expected to be complete by 2020 – in Squamish, British Columbia, Canada. The Woodfibre project, considered an underdog amongst the other bids for the project in Canada, has received significant support from both the government and people, and it is easy to understand why.
Sukanto Tanoto's strong commitment to the community is distilled into his 4Cs philosophy: creating good for the Community, Country, Climate, and Company. It is a philosophy that has ensured all his companies act in the same manner, to always consider the welfare of the community first. Not only does the Woodfibre LNG Project ensure the sustainable production of quality, renewable energy, the project is expected to provide a substantial boost to the local job market. Almost 1,800 jobs are expected to be created during the construction process, with a further 450 jobs for when operations begin. These jobs, Woodfibre LNG have promised, will be filled locally as far as possible –a testament to the company's commitment to leaving any community it interacts with better than before their arrival.
Posted in PostsTagged entrepreneurship, LNG, RGE, Woodfibre, Woodfibre LNG
Sukanto Tanoto's APRIL Group, discusses sustainable development plans at the Responsible Business Forum
Posted on May 21, 2017 April 25, 2017 by sukanto.tanoto
As one of Indonesia's leading manufacturers in pulp and paper products, and part of the RGE group of companies, founded by entrepreneur and business leader, Sukanto Tanoto, it is in the APRIL Group's best interest to constantly keep up and maintain responsible business practices, while developing a business plan to match up to their sustainability goals, year after year.
The Responsible Business Forum brings together government leaders, business executives and NGO groups to discuss the United Nation's 17 Sustainable Development goals (SDG's). The forum examines real-world case studies and gathers various perspectives from public, private and non-profit sectors on sustainability issues and solutions. It is therefore an important event on the APRIL group's annual calendar, and one that is of top priority for Mr. Tanoto.
Lucita Jasmin (centre), Director of Sustainability and External Affairs, discusses the APRIL Group's vision and mission at the Responsible Business Forum 2016.
The APRIL Group's 2016 input
Held in Singapore from 22 – 24 November, 2016 at the Marina Bay Sands, a valuable context was set by Haoliang Xu, UN Assistant Secretary-General and Director for Asia-Pacific:
'In developing countries, business accounts for 60% of GDP and 90% of jobs, so the kind of change envisaged by the SDGs can only be achieved with the input of the private sector'
The APRIL Group, represented by Lucita Jasmin, Director of Sustainability and External Affairs had a chance to weigh in on the valuable discussions, highlighting the goals and values regarding responsible business practice held by the APRIL Group and its founder, Mr. Sukanto Tanoto:
'It is about not just thinking about your plantations but also the conservation values that need to be protected, the degraded areas that need to be restored, and the rest of the communities that still have their socio-economic aspirations that we need to enable.'
It was re-iterated that the APRIL Group holds a business vision that is centred around long-term development of their business, without the loss or adverse effects on environmental biodiversity:
'It actually requires a rethinking of the long-term strategy of the company because even with the need to halt deforestation and to halt biodiversity loss, we should still be able to pursue business growth and the way we are doing that is by decoupling business growth from further resource impact.'- Lucita Jasmin.
As one of the world's largest, most technologically advanced and efficient makers of pulp and paper products, it is the business's responsibility to ensure it gives back to the community and an environment upon which it relies so heavily. For more information and updates on sustainable business practice by the APRIL Group, as well as heart-warming community development stories, you can follow its founder, Mr. Tanoto on his social media platforms: Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr or LinkedIn.
For more information on the APRIL Group's contributions at the Responsible Business Forum, watch a short summary here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FHAZhVZPuDA
Making Learning Fun Again: Under Sukanto Tanoto's Philosophy, APRIL Opens New Eco Green Park for Sekolah Global Andalan PT RAPP Estate Logas
Education has come a long way since the days of poring over books, stuffy classrooms, and learning by rote. Learning, today, is an interactive process geared towards making the transfer of information between teacher and student much more efficient. A good foundation in skills important for the future – such as reading, writing, and a sense of responsibility – is a key goal of all schools, and Sekolah Global Andalan PT RAPP Estate Logas came one step close to that goal recently, as Sukanto Tanoto's APRIL helped opened a new eco green park right within the school compound.
Sukanto Tanoto's Motivation for Learning
APRIL, a global player in the pulp and paper industry, was founded by Sukanto Tanoto. The businessman, who turns 68 this year, has built an empire for the ages – he is currently chairman of RGE , which manages several industry giants such as APRIL, Sateri, Pacific Oil and Gas. An out-and-out self-made man, he grafted and toiled for his success, made all the more difficult by his incomplete education. While an inspiration in itself, his experience isn't one he'd like others to go through. The dedicated philanthropist, who founded the Tanoto Foundation with his wife, Tinah Bingei Tanoto, has worked tirelessly to ensure the less-privileged will still have an equal opportunity at life; his foundation seeks to empower, and enhance the lives of others, through education.
Sukanto Tanoto Makes Loving Nature Fun
The recently opened Eco Green park is a learning space co-located with a forest and features a host of learning resources designed to foster a curiosity about the fascinating world of forestry. Comprising of a green house, a compost production house, and learning huts, the facility will also house a "bank sampah", or trash bank. The trash bank will allow the more creatively-gifted students to showcase their handicrafts made from trash. With an eco-minded slant, the park will hopefully engender a sense of responsibility towards nature.
Mr Bey Soo Khiang, Vice Chairman of RGE, was on hand to witness the opening of the park. Speaking at the ceremony, he remarked that the initiative was a testament to Sukanto Tanoto's commitment to the 4Cs philosophy – creating good for the Community, Country, Climate, and Company.
Posted in PostsTagged APRIL, RAPP, RGE, Sustainable, Tanoto Foundation
Inside Sukanto Tanoto's integrated pest management program at Asian Agri
Posted on May 14, 2017 March 29, 2017 by sukanto.tanoto
At the heart of its operations, Asian Agri keeps sustainability and protection of the local environment top-of-mind – a key business value that is hard-driven by company founder, business leader and entrepreneur, Mr. Sukanto Tanoto. Asian Agri represents one of Indonesia's largest palm oil producers, with 27 palm oil estates established in Riau, Jambi and Northern Sumatra, totaling 160 000 hectares of land. As such, it is the company's mission to protect their greatest asset – the land and environment that has brought them immense success.
A local palm plantation manager demonstrates care for a natural pest predator.
Asian Agri pest management
Along with the farming and management of such a large expanse of land comes its fair share of tribulations, namely in the form of natural pests such as rats and caterpillars. But Chairman Tanoto and key members of Asian Agri recognize that the use of harsh chemicals to counter-act a 'pest problem', would indeed be counter-productive, and ultimately, harmful to the land, planters and consumers.
With the support and direction of Chairman Tanoto, Director of Asian Agri, Mr. Freddy Widjaya, weighed in on the importance of unharmful and sustainable pest control practices:
'The sphere of business at Asian Agri is inseparable from our interaction with nature. On this soil, the seeds of our best oil palms flourish and grow, benefiting many people. Therefore, we must have the responsibility to maintain the natural order to ensure that the soil remains at its best condition.'
Establishing a natural solution
Asian Agri has thus developed an ingenious solution to these two pest control issues that are both smart and completely natural to the surrounding environment, in the form of owls and hibiscus flowers.
To solve the issue of rats within the palm plantations, managers have turned to natural predators, such as the owl, and for every 25 hectares of palm plantation, there is an owl dwelling in which owls naturally stalk out the rats. The method has since been established as completely natural and effective.
Hibiscus flowers have been implemented to solve the problem with caterpillar infestations. By planting these flowers among the palm trees – instead of attacking the palm leaves, the caterpillars have been diverted to the hibiscus flowers instead. Additionally, Asian Agri, with the sanction and encouragement of Mr. Tanoto, avoids using chemicals for pest control, using only organic fertilizers, and does not use fire as a means of clearing or replanting trees.
To keep up with sustainability stories and developments within Asian Agri or the RGE group of companies, such as this one, we invite you to follow company Chairman, Mr. Sukanto Tanoto on: Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr or LinkedIn.
Woodfibre LNG Hands Out US$ 22,000 in Grants
Posted on May 7, 2017 March 29, 2017 by sukanto.tanoto
Woodfibre LNG is a subsidiary of Pacific Oil & Gas, which forms a part of the global Royal Golden Eagle (RGE) group of companies founded by entrepreneur and philanthropist Sukanto Tanoto. Woodfibre LNG is a Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) processing and export facility based at the former woodfibre pulp and paper mill near Squamish, British Columbia, Canada, and is licenced to produce 2.1 million tonnes of LNG per year.
Having received federal government environmental approval in October 2015, the project received funding authorisation of US$ 1.6 billion from Pacific Oil & Gas in November 2016, and started construction on the LNG plant in December 2016.
While construction of the facility has only just started, Woodfibre LNG has already handed out grants to the total value of US$ 22,000 to six recipients during the months of December 2016 and January 2017 as a part of its Community Sponsorship Program. The Community Sponsorship Program is in line with the motto of the RGE group of companies and its Chairman, Sukanto Tanoto, which is that all operations should be good for the country, good for the community, good for the climate and good for the company.
The grants were divided amongst the six groups as follows:
The Squamish Sikh Society received US$ 5000
Britannia Mine Museum received US$ 5000
Spakwus 50 – Squamish Mountain Bike received US$ 3000
835 Griffin Royal Canadian Air Cadets received US$ 3000
Howe Sound Hitmen Football Club received US$ 3000
Squamish Field Hockey Club received US$ 3000
How to Apply for a Woodfibre LNG Grant
To apply for a grant from Woodfibre LNG, Squamish community groups are encouraged to visit the Woodfibre LNG website to find out if they fit the criteria and to fill out application forms. The cut-off date for the next round of applications for funding is March 30 2017.
http://www.inside-rge.com/Sukanto-Tanoto-Resource-King-GlobeAsia
Under Sukanto Tanoto's Leadership, APRIL Continues Commitment to Education
Posted on May 5, 2017 by sukanto.tanoto
Businessman and philanthropist Sukanto Tanoto, founder of RGE, its various business groups including APRIL and Sateri, and the Tanoto Foundation, has always emphasised the importance of creating shared value for the stakeholders. It is best encapsulated in his 4Cs philosophy – to create good for the community, country, climate, and company. It is this same philosophy that has been ingrained within the processes all his organisations; this stakeholder-centric view has allowed organisations led by Sukanto Tanoto to become the best in their fields. In a recent visit to APRIL's facilities, 26 educators were left feeling thoroughly impressed by the impressive work being done within the company.
Educating the educators: APRIL at the forefront of industry practices
As part of a programme to introduce APRIL's successful applications of plant nursery technology, the educators were brought on a visit to facilities including the RGE technology centre, the APRIL information centre, as well as the farms belonging to partners from the APRIL Community Development (CD) programme. The visit provided an insight into the processes, initiatives, and achievements of Sukanto Tanoto's pulp and paper giant.
APRIL's commitment to education and the community
Needless to say, the educators were left impressed. Een Kostini, a vocational school teacher who was impressed with the technology implemented by APRIL said, "In this industry visit programme, we see RAPP planting plants in accordance with the learning activities in school, then there is the technology we want to learn such as how to give water, maintenance and so on". More than that, the educators were heartened by APRIL's conservation work, with their efforts being described as 'complete', and 'beneficial'.
The visit marked yet another example of APRIL's commitment to improving education in the local communities, with educators given first-hand evidence on how theory was brought into practice. More importantly, these purveyors of knowledge were given a peace of mind that their young charges, some of them apprentices-to-be at Sukanto Tanoto-led APRIL, would be in safe, and green hands.
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Polio Hall of Fame
View of the hall.
The Polio Hall of Fame (or the Polio Wall of Fame) consists of a linear grouping of sculptured busts of fifteen scientists and two laymen who made important contributions to the knowledge and treatment of poliomyelitis. It is found on the outside wall of what is called Founder's Hall of the Roosevelt Warm Springs Institute for Rehabilitation in Warm Springs, Georgia.
1 History of the monument
2 Individuals represented
3 Franklin D. Roosevelt and Warm Springs
History of the monument[edit]
Designed by Edmond Romulus Amateis, the sculpted busts were cast in bronze and positioned in an irregular linear pattern on a white marble wall. Amateis was commissioned by the Georgia Warm Springs Foundation to create the Hall of Fame for the celebration of the twentieth anniversary of the incorporation of the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis. On January 2, 1958 the monument was unveiled in a ceremony attended by the artist and almost all of the still living scientists. Eleanor Roosevelt, the president's widow, represented her late husband at the ceremony. There is a detailed coverage of the celebration including photographs of the sculptor and the persons involved posing in front of their respective busts in Edward A. Beeman's biography of one the scientists, Charles Armstrong (see below No. 6) [1]
Individuals represented[edit]
The first fifteen of the seventeen bronze busts show fourteen men and one woman, who were instrumental in polio research and treatment. The last two on the right are Roosevelt and his close aide Basil O'Connor. The first four are the European polio pioneers Jakob Heine, from Germany, the two Swedes Karl Oskar Medin and Ivar Wickman and the Austrian Nobel-Prize Laureate Karl Landsteiner. Nos. 5 to 17 are exclusively Americans. The order of the busts is not strictly chronological. In spite of his achievements in the field of fighting polio, Hilary Koprowski's (inventor of the world's first effective live polio vaccine) bust was not included in the monument.
Survey table of the busts in the Polio Hall of Fame, left to right.
1 Jakob Heine (1800-1879) Discovered and described infantile paralysis in 1840.[2]
2 Karl Oskar Medin (1847-1927) Recognized and described polio as an acute infection (1890).
3 Ivar Wickman (1872-1914) Discovered the epidemic character of polio (1907) and coined the term Heine–Medin disease; also showed a high prevalence of non-paralytic polio.
4 Karl Landsteiner (1868-1943) Discovered poliovirus and demonstrated transmission to monkeys.
5 Thomas Milton Rivers (1888-1962) Chairman of the National Foundation committee on vaccination, which planned the successful 1954 vaccine field trials.
6 Charles Armstrong (1886-1967) A Public Health Service physician, Armstrong discovered in 1939 that poliovirus can be transmitted to cotton rats, and started self-tests with nasal spray vaccination.[3]
7 John R. Paul (1893-1972) Made essential contributions to the knowledge of how polio is spread.[4]
8 Albert Sabin (1906-1993) A leader in the search for a live virus vaccine for polio, Sabin helped show how the virus reached the central nervous system; developed the oral vaccine, which was cheaper and easier to distribute.
9 Thomas Francis, Jr. (1900-1969) An epidemiologist at the University of Michigan and Salk's (No. 15) tutor; recognized the effectiveness of the Salk vaccine.[5]
10 Joseph L. Melnick (1914-2001) Developed immunity measures for populations exposed to the virus.
11 Isabel Morgan (1911-1996) Prepared an experimental vaccine from virus inactivated with formaldehyde which protected monkeys against paralytic polio.
12 Howard A. Howe The first to show that chimpanzees can acquire polio infection by mouth; carried out small-scale experiments in humans with a formalin- treated vaccine.[6]
13 David Bodian (1910-1992) Showed that the virus gets into the blood stream before reaching the central nervous system and therefore could be blocked by antibodies in the blood.[7]
14 John F. Enders (1897-1985) Led the way in finding how to grow polio viruses in cultures of non-nervous tissue, which made possible the production of a safe and effective vaccine in quantity.
15 Jonas E. Salk (1914-1995) Developed the vaccine which bears his name.
16 Franklin D. Roosevelt (1882-1945) Founded the Warm Springs Foundation in 1927 and the "National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis (NFIP)" in 1938.
17 Basil O'Connor (1892-1972) The architect of the fight against polio, O'Connor was president of the NFIP from its outset in 1938 and of the "Georgia Warm Springs Foundation" after 1945.
Franklin D. Roosevelt and Warm Springs[edit]
Beginning in 1924,[8]:257 the 32nd U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt had regularly spent some time at Warm Springs and died there in 1945.[8]:451 He was struck with a severe paralytic illness in August 1921, diagnosed at the time as polio, while vacationing with his family at their summer home at Campobello Island, New Brunswick, Canada.[9][8]:236 Roosevelt was permanently paralyzed from the waist down, and unable to stand or walk without support.[10][11]
In 1927 Roosevelt founded the Georgia Warm Springs Foundation and a center that is now the Roosevelt Warm Springs Institute for Rehabilitation, a comprehensive rehabilitation facility operated by the state of Georgia.[12] A center for post-polio treatment, it provides vocational rehabilitation, long-term acute care, and inpatient rehabilitation for amputees and people recovering from spinal cord injuries, brain damage and stroke.[13][14]
Jakob Heine
The four Europeans
Heine, Medin, Wickman, Landsteiner
The entrance to Founder's Hall
Dedication on January 2, 1958
Eleanor Roosevelt, Jonas Salk and Basil O'Connor (January 2, 1958)
^ Edward A. Beeman: Charles Armstrong, M.D.: A Biography, 2007 pp. 238ff. as a PDF document cf. note 4
^ Jakob Heine - remembered and honoured in the USA
^ Armstrong Biography
^ John R. Paul: A History of Poliomyelitis (Yale University,1971 and http://edoc.hu-berlin.de/habilitationen/kunz-regina-agnes-2003-10-23/HTML/chapter1.html
^ Thomas Francis, Jr., MD | 50th Anniversary of the Polio Vaccine Archived May 15, 2009, at the Wayback Machine
^ Howe, Howard A.: Antibody response of chimpanzees and human beings to formalin-inactivated trivalent poliomyelitis vaccine in American Journal of Hygiene, 1952 Nov;56(3)pp.265–286.
^ David Bodian Archived 2007-05-09 at the Wayback Machine
^ a b c Ward, Geoffrey C.; Burns, Ken (2014). The Roosevelts: An Intimate History. New York: Alfred A. Knopf. ISBN 9780307700230.
^ "F. D. Roosevelt Ill of Poliomyelitis". The New York Times. September 16, 1921. Retrieved 2015-10-01.
^ "Roosevelt's Polio Wasn't A Secret: He Used It To His 'Advantage'". Fresh Air. NPR. November 25, 2013. Retrieved 2015-10-01.
^ Pressman, Matthew (July 12, 2013). "The Myth of FDR's Secret Disability". Time. Retrieved 2015-10-01.
^ "Roosevelt Warm Springs". Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency. Archived from the original on 2003-09-19. Retrieved 2015-10-01.
^ McKenna, M.A.J. (April 12, 2005). "Reflections on Warm Springs". The Atlanta Journal-Constitution.
^ Wilkinson, Jack (October 8, 2006). "Warm Springs artisans fought polio's damage". The Atlanta Journal-Constitution.
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