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Unconventional R proteins in the botanical tribe Triticeae
Naveenkumar Athiyannan, Lamia Aouini, Yajun Wang, Simon G. Krattinger
Biological, Environmental Sciences and Engineering
Plant immunity is triggered following the perception of pathogen-derived molecules by plant receptor proteins. Two protein families, membrane-localized receptor-like kinases (RLK) and intracellular nucleotide-binding leucine-rich repeat (NLR) receptors, play key roles in pathogen perception and in the initiation of downstream signaling cascades that lead to defense responses. In addition to RLKs and NLRs, recent research has identified additional protein families that function as plant resistance (R) proteins. In particular, the botanical tribe Triticeae, which includes the globally important crop species wheat and barley, has played a significant role in the discovery of 'unconventional' R proteins. In this review, we will summarize the current knowledge on unconventional R genes in Triticeae and the proteins they encode. The knowledge on unconventional R proteins will not only broaden our understanding of plant-pathogen interactions but also have great implications for disease resistance breeding in crops.
Essays in Biochemistry
https://doi.org/10.1042/ebc20210081
10.1042/ebc20210081
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Athiyannan, N., Aouini, L., Wang, Y., & Krattinger, S. G. (2022). Unconventional R proteins in the botanical tribe Triticeae. Essays in Biochemistry. https://doi.org/10.1042/ebc20210081
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Coronavirus: Support for Lambeth's at risk arts and cultural sector
News June 10, 2020 - admin2020 Coronavirus: Support for Lambeth's at risk arts and cultural sector
Lambeth Council's new fund to support the borough's crucially important arts and culture organisations is now open – with £10,000 and £25,000 grants available in the face of the coronavirus crisis.
The council's funding initiative has been backed by City Hall's Justine Simons and leading arts figure Jude Kelly.
The £300,000 fund will be open to not-for-profit arts and culture organisations, including charities and social enterprises, with a proven track record of providing opportunity to residents experiencing inequality – but whose survival is now at risk due to Covid-19.
Cllr Sonia Winifred, Lambeth's Cabinet Member for Equalities and Culture, said: "We have worked with our Business Improvement Districts and other community partners to lobby government for better support for arts and cultural organisations facing very difficult times as a result of the Covid-19 crisis.
"These organisations have an incredibly important place in the social fabric of our borough, and to see them unnecessarily go under as a result of the coronavirus would be a massive loss that may take years for recover from. So we have secured some limited funding from Government, and by using the council's own resources we are now able to open this Arts and Culture at Risk Fund for applications."
Among those invited to apply for the new grants are not-for-profit workspace providers that are supporting other creative organisations and artists that are not already benefiting from rent relief from the council. The fund also aims to support arts and cultural organisations that rely on bringing people together in physical spaces – and as a result will really suffer under prolonged social distancing demands. Reflecting the borough's diverse cultural sector, the council will be ensuring that at least 40% of organisations benefiting will be BAME or female led.
Justine Simons OBE, Deputy Director for Culture and the Creative Industries, said: "Covid-19 is having a devastating effect on arts and culture so these funds are a real lifeline. Lambeth is showing great leadership with its continued commitment to supporting its cultural organisations, charities, workspaces and creative businesses, alongside its successful Creative Enterprise Zone.
"Through this pandemic we have seen the value of culture and creativity across society through drawing, poetry, music and more. Cultural organisations provide an important role supporting communities throughout the year and these grants will go a long way towards helping sustain them into the future."
The aim is that this support will help organisations who will struggle to recover once the coronavirus crisis recedes so that they can, in time, continue supporting our wider economy and residents. Supporting those not-for-profit workspace providers that are hosts for other creative organisations and artists will also be vital in Lambeth's recovery.
Arts organisations in the borough have been encouraged to apply by British theatre director and producer Jude Kelly who was artistic director of the Southbank Centre in Lambeth and is now director of the WOW Foundation, which organises the annual Women of the World Festival.
She said: "Having been artistic director of one of Lambeth's major cultural centres for more than a decade I have seen the incredible diversity, creativity and commitment to the community of the many hard working and successful arts organisations in the borough.
"It's both tragic and potentially very damaging that as a result of this disease, which has taken lives, worsened isolation and exacerbated inequality, we could now lose many of the organisations who will be so valuable once we start to recover as a society from the outbreak.
"This funding could play an important role in ensuring the survival of Lambeth's arts and culture organisations, and I'd really encourage them to apply as well as support community lobbying efforts for proper government support."
The fund has been developed after local analysis found arts and culture organisations have been hard hit, despite robust and sustainable business models dependent on earned income and avoiding over-reliance on grant subsidy. It is part of the £4.2m Lambeth Local Economy Hardship fund programme announced on 27 May.
Cllr Matthew Bennett, Cabinet Member for Planning, Investment & New Homes, said: "Lambeth's arts and cultural sectors play a critical role in Lambeth's thriving local economy, creating new education, training and employment opportunities for our residents. They are also an important part in what makes our town centres, and Lambeth as a whole, so vibrant.
"We are committed to doing all we can when it comes to putting in place the support that will allow the most vulnerable sectors of our local economy bounce back once the coronavirus crisis has come to an end, and we embark on a new beginning."
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I promised myself I would post every week, but last week was hectic and the internets (that magical series of tubes that I love so much) were down for a good portion of the weekend. This week has been hectic, what with planning, spending quality time in Dhaka, and then being sick for no apparent reason (not to be crude, but I feel like I've lost at least 10 lbs due to loose bowels). I'm feeling better now, but it's a good thing I'm near a washroom (which is what they call a bathroom and what I call a toilet). Also, I was able to acquire a bag of Crunchie bars, which soothe any aching soul. Forewarning, this is a library heavy post, I have lots to say after unpacking almost 5,000 books.
So, let's talk for a minute about Titlewave. Titlewave is Follett's book purchasing website, where you can select books, add them to a cart, and have them shipped to you, in order, so all you have to do is open the box and add them to the shelves. Genius, right? They will also help fill in your order, which means that you pick a few books you want, put in the reading level of your library and they'll fill in the rest of the order up to a dollar amount. Ok, so this sounds good, all the joys of pickign books without having to go through individually. However, this can leave a few problems. Take this book, for example.
"Ah, no wonder you're extinct. I'm gonna run you over when I come back down!"
It's beautiful, lovely pull out illustrations, it has lots of facts, it has a CD-Rom for kids to get more info. On the other hand, in what school library do you want a pop up book with a CD-Rom for kids to rip into (literally) and lose?
Clearly an awesome book, not really all that great for a library, right?
All that on the left, that's all the bibles. All that on the right, that's all the other religions.
The point being, collection development is essential to the library. Sure, we can have Titlewave fill in the blank spots we have, but librarians also need to be proactive in actually making sure that the titles it's "filling in" are something that meets the needs of our patrons.
In other news, I now have a book return.
It's a giant hunk of furniture, I'm designing displays for the top.
Books in the book return!
In other, other news, I bought a ticket to Kathmandu in October. Mountains, here I come!
DHAKA! Which is where I spent a couple of days this weekend. Let me tell you why it's unlivable.
#1, it's dirty. Really, disgusting. It's a good thing I'm washable (and have access to hot water, most of the time), because otherwise I'd be in big trouble. Sometimes I feel droplets of water near my feet (because I can't wear anything other than flip flops here, too hot right now) and I pray that it's just rain.
#2, the traffic defies description. There is nothing like it in the world. When you want to turn right onto a street (which is like turning left for you right-side-of-the-road drivers) you just get out in front of people and hope they stop for you. Honking is a requirement, let people know you're coming (or passing), tell people to move (people walking in the road that is), and other assorted needs. Or just honking because it's almost like music to hear this chorus of honks. Also, street signs and stoplights are kind of a joke. I laugh because otherwise I'd go crazy.
#3, white people (women in particular) attract a crowd. I usually don't mind, most of the time it's just people who've never seen a white-skinned person (especially in the countryside). If it's lascivious in nature, I ignore it (and, not to be crude, but I was felt up enough in Russia to learn to ignore it). So, it's really hard to travel in a country where you can't just blend in, but it's also kind of fun because sometimes you can use it to your advantage to get something you want. For example, it costs 200 taka (about $2.50) to go into the airport arrival waiting area (or you can wait outside the gates for free), but because I'm a white woman who doesn't speak Bangla, I can usually play dumb blonde and get through for free. I only did it that once, and only because I'm not paying 200 taka to go to the lost luggage desk when they're the ones who lost my luggage.
Now, let me tell you why it's one of the most beautiful places in the world.
#1, the people. Sure, it's not everyone, but in general I've been greeted with such hospitality and kindness. Also, people call me ma'am or madame, which is more courtesy than I've every gotten anywhere else I've lived/traveled. Pretty much everyone I've come into contact with is just happy, a lot of them smiling all the time, it's infectious. They have so little, yet they're so humble and happy with what they have. It truly makes me re-evaluate what I need in my life.
#2, the oasis of greenery and the fact that I'm living in a tropical monsoon climate. People, I have palm trees in my backyard, if that's not beautiful, I don't know what is.
#2.5, the fact that I can sit in this oasis and get a manicure, pedicure, 1 hour massage and 30 minutes scalp massage for only 3,200 taka (about $40). Jealous much?
#3, once you understand that everything is a little slower around here (and sometimes requires bribes), you'll get along great. Sure, it's not the most effective system, but everyone is doing the best they can with what they have. Again, it makes you evaluate what it is you really need in life.
#4, they have church! I was ecstatic to find a branch of about 5 locals. It was glorious to be able to feel the same spirit and participate in the same ordinances even though I'm on the other side of the world.
Did I mention that I'm on a billboard?
This mannequin is really excited!
#5, they have Diet Coke, which is typically part of my balanced breakfast or nightcap. Also, peanut butter and nutella sandwiches. Also, also, mango juice.


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Hounslow Town School development in Hounslow, London TW3.
Pears Road, London TW3 1SR
www.countrysideproperties.com/all-developments/london/assembly
Description of The Assembly
The Assembly is a new development on the site of the Hounslow Town Primary School in Hounslow, London TW3.
Made up of three parts, the new site will include the design and build of Hounslow Town School, over 250 residential homes and the reprovision of the sports and playing space for the school.
The residential part of the development will include 1 - 3 bedroom apartments and 4 bedroom houses, with a large landscaped space in the centre.
Shared Ownership homes from Network Homes available through Redloft. Launch 11 May 2019. See more on Network Homes website.
Work began in summer 2017 and the first new homes will be ready to move into in Autumn 2018. The whole development is due to be completed in early 2021.
10 minutes' walk from Hounslow East Station on the Piccadilly Line.
All properties at this development are leasehold. Contact Countryside for more information.
Previously known as Hounslow Town School.
Affordable Housing:
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The latest phase release is now over 60% sold! 1 and 2 bedroom apartments available from £315,000.
Phase 2 of The Assembly has just launched! 1-3 bedroom apartments for sale starting from £310,000. Contact Countryside for more information.
A+ Open Day
A+ at The Assembly Open Day will take place on Saturday 11th May 2019 to introduce a selection of one and two Shared Ownership apartments.
Graded A+ by Network Homes, the apartments are designed with clean lines and open-plan living areas, and each with its own balcony, they score highly for both style and comfort.
Prices from £306,000.
A55+ at Assembly is launching soon! Shared Ownership apartments in Hounslow for people aged over 55. Register your interest with Network Homes.
Phase one is sold out, phase two is coming soon.
The Assembly is launching 10th March 2018! Prices from £340,000.


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I only recently watched Deadpool (2016) by debut director Tim Miller, a former visual effects artist. It's amazing it took me how long as it did, because everyone who had seen it recommended it to me, citing the movie's weird scenes and wacky humor. Deadpool is the eight installment of the X-Men series and stars Ryan Reynolds, Morena Baccarin, Ed Skrein, T.J. Miller and Gina Carano, among others.
Wade Wilson (Reynolds) is a former special forces operative working as a mercenary in New York City. Soon after meeting escort Vanessa Carlysle (Baccarin) at a local bar, the two become romantically involved. When a year later Wade is diagnosed with terminal cancer, he is approached by a mysterious recruiter from a top secret program. He offers an experimental cure for Wade's cancer. At the laboratory, he is injected with a serum designed to awaken latent mutant genes, after which he is subjected to days of torture to trigger the mutation.
From the wonderful opening credits on out, I had an awesome time watching Deadpool. It's cool, sharp, rauncy and unapologetically entertaining, doing the comic book great justice.
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Maritime Anti-Corruption Network Launches Campaign in Indian Ports
With the support of the Government of India, the Maritime Anti-Corruption Network (MACN), a global business network of over 110 companies working together to tackle corruption in the maritime industry, announces the launch of a groundbreaking Port Integrity Campaign in India.
The campaign, which aims to reduce and (in the long term) eliminate integrity issues and bottlenecks to trade during operations in Indian ports, is a collective action of MACN, the Government of India, international organizations, and local industry stakeholders. The pilot of the campaign will take place in Mumbai ports (MbPT and JNPT) and will run until October this year.
Key activities of the campaign include the implementation of integrity training for port officials and the establishment of clear escalation and reporting processes. Following the pilot, MACN aims to expand the program to other Indian ports.
Cecilia Müller Torbrand, Executive Director, MACN, says: "MACN's experiences in locations including Nigeria, the Suez Canal, and Argentina show us that real change is possible when all parties are engaged. That's why we are delighted to have the support of so many key stakeholders for this Campaign to improve the operating environment in Indian ports."
The Port Integrity Campaign has been made possible by strong commitment from the Indian Government to work with the private sector and to address integrity issues in Indian ports.
The Ministry of Shipping, India, stated: "We are committed to ensuring that vessels calling port in India do not face unnecessary obstacles or illicit demands. Tackling these issues is good for the shipping industry, for port workers, and for India as a trade destination. We are pleased to be joining forces with MACN and other stakeholders to implement concrete actions with the potential for real impact."
The MACN Port Integrity Campaign is also supported by: the United Nations Global Compact Network India (UNGCNI), the World Customs Organization (WCO), the Indian Customs and Central Excise, the Directorate General of Shipping India, the Indian Ports Association (IPA), the Indian Private Ports and Terminals Association (IPPTA), the Maritime Association of Nationwide Shipping Agencies India (MANSA), the Indian Shipowner's Association (INSA), the Container Shipping Lines Association (CSLA), the Federation Of Indian Logistics Associations (FILA), the Danish Embassy, and the Norwegian Consulate General.
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When I looked once more for Gatsby he had vanished, and I was alone again in the unquiet darkness.
If you've ever stood in the night alone, you've heard how relative quiet can be more than silence, and this turn of phrase captures it precisely. Only a few lines on this page, and this phrase is the one that sticks with me. I'm capturing the phrases and sentences that stay with me for the resonance of the writing, but the first chapter ends here with a classic image I have to cite: Involuntarily I glanced seaward – and distinguished nothing except a single green light, minute and far away, that might have been the end of a dock. One of the most famous bits of symbolism in all of literature, the green light representing the dream, the girl, the distance between ambition and class. When he wrote it, did Fitzgerald realize this was to become the legendary totem that it did?


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Federal government reauthorizes State Office of Rural Health
WABASHA, Minn. (KTTC) – The federal government is looking to invest in rural heathcare systems. The State Offices of Rural Health Reauthorization Act of 2022 reauthorizing a program that supports health facilities in rural areas across the country.
The State Offices of Rural Health is a program that has been in place for a while, and the signing of the 2022 bill reauthorizes it for the next five years.
One of the authors on the bill is Minnesota Senator Tina Smith.
"No matter where you live or what zip code you're in, you should have access to good high-quality healthcare that you can afford," she said.
The law funds and organizes a state office of rural health that works with rural health care professional to help solve challenges they face.
"Those needs are unique. They don't see the same kinds of challenges in big cities or suburban communities," Senator Smith said.
Gunderson-St. Elizabeth's in Wabasha sees hundreds of patients within a 30-mile radius around its location.
"The care that we're able to offer here in Wabasha handles probably 75-80 percent of the care that is needed by the general public and then we're able to refer our patients on to a facility such as Gunderson-La Crosse or Rochester," Gunderson-St. Elizabeth's administrator Jim Root said.
Senator Smith and Gunderson-St. Elizabeth's leaders agree that rural hospital patients and staff face unique challenges.
"Sometimes they have to drive long distances, or they have to go kind of the extra mile literally the get access to the provider that they need," Senator Smith said.
"Provider challenges on recruiting physicians, nurse practitioners, nurse into an organization. I would say access to care would be the biggest challenge," Root said.
Many of the patients are Gunderson-St. Elizabeth's are senior who depend on government healthcare programs.
"Over 70 percent of the people that we serve here at Gunderson-St. Elizabeth are served by a Medicare or Medicaid population and those are the government programs that are available in our rural setting," Root said.
Gunderson-St. Elizabeth's leaders say they'd like to see a more federal investment into wellness for rural healthcare systems.
"That's where healthcare needs to go is really improving the health and well-being, how we can keep people well and then care for them when they need it through sick care," Root said.
This year, Gunderson-St. Elizabeth's is celebrating 125 years serving its community. The healthcare system is currently working on raising money for a new rehab facility and drive-up pharmacy. It's raised $4 million of its $7 million goal.
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Art is not what you see, but what you make others see.
Edgar Degas's quotes
No art is less spontaneous than mine. What I do is the result of reflection and the study of the great masters.
What a delightful thing is the conversation of specialists! One understands absolutely nothing and it's charming.
Everyone has talent at twenty-five. The difficulty is to have it at fifty.
Only when he no longer knows what he is doing does the painter do good things.
In painting you must give the idea of the true by means of the false.
Painting is easy when you don't know how, but very difficult when you do.
It is all very well to copy what one sees, but it is far better to draw what one now only sees in one's memory. That is a transformation in which imagination collaborates with memory.
Art is vice. You don't marry it legitimately, you rape it.
One must do the same subject over again ten times, a hundred times. In art nothing must resemble an accident, not even movement.
The principal rule of art is to please and to move. All the other rules were created to achieve this first one.
I grew up with art from the innocent age of ten - with art, but with no sense of identity.
One does not devote one's life in art to shock an audience.
Richard Foreman
The other great development has been in photography, but that too was influenced by Conceptual art.
My art became very public.
Riding a race bike is an art - a thing that you do because you feel something inside.
The idea is, if I can't heal from my art, then how can you heal?
But in the finished art of the song the use of words has no connection with the use of words in poetry.
One does not need buildings, money, power, or status to practice the Art of Peace. Heaven is right where you are standing, and that is the place to train.
I don't believe in art. I believe in artists.
Art cannot be modern. Art is primordially eternal.
Without art, the crudeness of reality would make the world unbearable.
We have often been attracted to the story of the other, the outcast. And he and I just loved working together, so it just kept happening, and our relationship is completely bound up with our work. We enjoy each other's art.
Where the spirit does not work with the hand, there is no art.
It is veneer, rouge, aestheticism, art museums, new theaters, etc. that make America impotent. The good things are football, kindness, and jazz bands.
At the University of Maryland, my first year I started off planning to major in art because I was interested in theatre design, stage design or television design.
Art is an expression of who you are. Parts that I play are my sculptures.
There has always been quite a strong black and white art tradition in Australia, with quite a large contingent of cartoonists, given the size of the population.
There is probably nothing wrong with art for art's sake if we take the phrase seriously, and not take it to mean the kind of poetry written in England forty years ago.
A man who exposes himself when he is intoxicated, has not the art of getting drunk.
What motivates me in art is the ugly and beautiful nature of the truth. It has to be truthful and honest, even if it is ugly and grotesque.
A great thing happening now in art is that artists are using the figure, the body, clothing, life.
I was the executive editor on a little magazine called Greek Accent, whose only claim to fame is that its art director went on to be the art director of Discover for many years.
I always feel like the art's there and I just see it, so it's not really a lot of work.
I am for an art that takes into account the direct effect of the elements as they exist from day to day apart from representation.
And, moreover, it is art in its most general and comprehensive form that is here discussed, for the dialogue embraces everything connected with it, from its greatest object, the state, to its least, the embellishment of sensuous existence.
Friedrich Schleiermacher
A blind man can make art if what is in his mind can be passed to another mind in some tangible form.
I regard it as a waste of time to think only of selling: one forgets one's art and exaggerates one's value.
A frenzied passion for art is a canker that devours everything else.
The early expression of my youth was filled with all the aspects of art.
Felix de Weldon
Art is making something out of nothing and selling it.
The art which we may call generally art of the wayside, as opposed to that which is the business of men's lives, is, in the best sense of the word, Grotesque.
Christmas renews our youth by stirring our wonder. The capacity for wonder has been called our most pregnant human faculty, for in it are born our art, our science, our religion.
The art and science of asking questions is the source of all knowledge.
Thomas Berger
The challenge is to practice politics as the art of making what appears to be impossible, possible.
The whole aspect of cinema and film festivals should be a moment to come together and celebrate art and humanity. It would be a shame if there was such a divide.
Let's talk of a system that transforms all the social organisms into a work of art, in which the entire process of work is included... something in which the principle of production and consumption takes on a form of quality. It's a Gigantic project.


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Malibu dry oil SPF15 spray is a high protection spray for all-over body use to protect the skin against UVA UVB rays. It is very easy to apply and is also ideal for use on the scalp, thinning hair and forehead. Malibu dry oil spray does not make hair greasy so can be sprayed onto the scalp through thinning hair. It is waterproof and sweat resistant that make it ideal for sports. Malibu dry oil products are not tested on animals.
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The Springs Downtown Bar and Grill, on Grand Ave located in the heart of Downtown- offering 24 beers on tap & 10 TV�s so you can view most sporting events from every seat in the house.
Serving lunch and dinner from 11am - 10pm daily, and its the place to be in Downtown Glenwood�with a full-service bar � open until 2 am 7 days per week.
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Congrats, those are great looking socks, and all shiny in a magazine!
Thank you – I'm glad you like it!


Welcome to Learn To Swim Wharenui. We boast Canterbury's most established Learn To Swim programme and have a connection with many current and ex Christchurch residents that have learnt to swim at Wharenui over the last 100 years.
Learn To Swim Wharenui has a proven learn to swim pathway that begins at babies and continues right through to promotion to Technique and eventually Wharenui Squads. Classes begin for babies and toddlers in Pool 3 at a warm 33 degrees. After that children move through the Pre-School lessons and into the School-Age Programe. Once children reach the School-Age programme which is based in Pool 2, lessons are more technnique based and children are graded on ability rather than age.
While Learn To Swim is generally targeted towards younger members of our society it is equally important that older members and parents can swim adequatly. It is a life skill that you will never know when you will need it. Here at Wharenui we offer varied Adult Learn To Swim lessons from entering the water for the very first time, too advanced swim technique for weight loss programmes or recreational swimming.
Every school holidays we run a holiday programme that offers a more intensive programe for children, children swim every day during either the first or second week.
At Wharenui childrens safety in and around the pool is very much an important part of teaching. Therefore group numbers a capped and teachers are constantly aware of their children in the water. We also encourage children to stay out of the pools until their lesson begins.
come down to the pool located on the corner of Elizabeth & Matipo Streets and see what we do best!!!


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Subpart 19.15 - Women-Owned Small Business Program.
(a) Section 8(m) of the Small Business Act ( 15 U.S.C. 637(m)) created the Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) Program.
(b) The purpose of the WOSB Program is to ensure women-owned small business concerns have an equal opportunity to participate in Federal contracting and to assist agencies in achieving their women-owned small business participation goals (see 13 part CFR 127).
(c) An economically disadvantaged women-owned small business (EDWOSB) concern and a WOSB concern eligible under the WOSB Program are subcategories of "women-owned small business concern" as defined in section 2.101.
19.1503 Status.
(a) Status as an EDWOSB concern or WOSB concern eligible under the WOSB Program is determined by the Small Business Administration in accordance with 13 CFR part 127.
(b) For a WOSB that seeks a WOSB or EDWOSB set-aside or sole-source contract, the contracting officer shall verify that the offeror—
(1) Is registered in the System for Award Management (SAM); and
(2) Is designated as a certified EDWOSB or WOSB concern in SAM (see 19.1505(d) for set aside procedures). Pending applications for certification are only in the Dynamic Small Business Search (DSBS) at https://web.sba.gov/pro-net/search/dsp_dsbs.cfm.
(c) If there is a decision issued by SBA as a result of a current eligibility examination finding that the concern did not qualify as an EDWOSB concern or WOSB concern eligible under the WOSB Program, the contracting officer may terminate the contract, and shall not exercise any option, or award further task or delivery orders. Agencies shall not count or include the award toward the small business goals for an EDWOSB concern or WOSB concern eligible under the WOSB Program and must update FPDS from the date of award to reflect the final SBA decision.
(d) A joint venture may be considered an EDWOSB concern or WOSB concern eligible under the WOSB Program if the EDWOSB or WOSB participant is certified in SAM (see section 19.1505(d) for set-aside procedures) and the joint venture meets the requirements of 13 CFR 127.506.
(a) Requirements that an 8(a) contractor is currently performing under the 8(a) program or that SBA has accepted for performance under the authority of the 8(a) program, unless SBA has consented to release the requirements from the 8(a) program;
(b) Requirements that can be satisfied through award to mandatory Government sources (see section 8.002);
(c) Orders under indefinite-delivery contracts (see subpart 16.5). (But see 16.505(b)(2)(i)(F) for discretionary set-asides of orders); or
(d) Orders against Federal Supply Schedules (see subpart 8.4). (But see 8.405-5 for discretionary set-asides of orders.)
19.1505 Set-aside procedures.
(1) Shall comply with 19.203 before deciding to set aside an acquisition under the WOSB Program;
(i) May set aside acquisitions exceeding the micro-purchase threshold for competition restricted to EDWOSB concerns when the acquisition is assigned a NAICS code in which SBA has determined that WOSB concerns are underrepresented in Federal procurement; or
(ii) Is assigned a NAICS code in which SBA has determined that WOSB concerns are substantially underrepresented in Federal procurement, as specified on SBA's Web site at http://www.sba.gov/WOSB.
(b) For requirements in NAICS codes designated by SBA as underrepresented, a contracting officer may restrict competition to EDWOSB concerns if the contracting officer has a reasonable expectation based on market research that-
(1) Two or more EDWOSB concerns will submit offers for the contract and;
(2) Contract award will be made at a fair and reasonable price.
(c) A contracting officer may restrict competition to WOSB concerns eligible under the WOSB Program (including EDWOSB concerns), for requirements in NAICS codes designated by SBA as substantially underrepresented if there is a reasonable expectation based on market research that-
(1) Two or more WOSB concerns eligible under the WOSB Program (including EDWOSB concerns), will submit offers and;
(2) Contract award may be made at a fair and reasonable price.
(d) An EDWOSB or WOSB concern may submit an offer under an EDWOSB or WOSB set-aside when the offeror—
(1) Qualifies as a small business concern under the size standard corresponding to the NAICS code assigned to the contract; and
(i) For an EDWOSB set-aside, is certified pursuant to 13 CFR 127.300 as an EDWOSB or has a pending application for EDWOSB certification in the DSBS (see 13 CFR 127.504(a)); or
(ii) For a WOSB set-aside, is certified pursuant to 13 CFR 127.300 as an EDWOSB or WOSB, or has a pending application for EDWOSB or WOSB certification in the DSBS (see 13 CFR 127.504(a)).
(e) The contracting officer shall verify that offers received are eligible for consideration for award by checking SAM to see if the EDWOSB or WOSB concern is designated as a certified concern or checking DSBS for a pending application for certification.
(1) If the offeror is designated as certified in SAM or has a pending application for certification in DSBS, proceed with the offer evaluation.
(2) Unless the offeror is designated as certified in SAM or has a pending application for certification in DSBS, the offer is not eligible for award and shall be removed from consideration.
(f) Prior to award, the contracting officer shall verify the apparently successful offeror is certified in SAM, or has a pending application for certification in DSBS. If the apparently successful offeror's EDWOSB or WOSB certification is pending in DSBS, the contracting officer shall notify SBA's Director/Government Contracting by email at WOSBpendingcertification@sba.gov, and request SBA's status determination. The contracting officer shall provide SBA with the offeror's name, unique entity identifier, type of set-aside, NAICS code, and solicitation number.
(1) Within 15 calendar days from the date of the contracting officer's notification, SBA will make a determination regarding the offeror's status as an EDWOSB or WOSB eligible under the WOSB program.
(2) If the contracting officer does not receive a determination from SBA within 15 calendar days, the contracting officer at their discretion, may provide SBA additional time to make a determination, or may proceed with award to the next highest evaluated offeror.
(3) The contracting officer shall not make award to an offeror who is not a certified EDWOSB or WOSB concern eligible under the WOSB program.
(g) The contracting officer may make an award, if only one acceptable offer is received from a qualified EDWOSB concern or WOSB concern eligible under the WOSB Program.
(h) If no acceptable offers are received from an EDWOSB concern or WOSB concern eligible under the WOSB Program, the set-aside shall be withdrawn and the requirement, if still valid, must be considered for set aside in accordance with 19.203 and subpart 19.5.
(i) The SBA procurement center representative (PCR) may recommend use of the WOSB Program. If the contracting officer rejects a recommendation by SBA's PCR—
(1) The contracting officer shall notify the PCR as soon as practicable;
(2) SBA shall notify the contracting officer of its intent to appeal the contracting officer's decision no later than five business days after receiving notice of the contracting officer's decision;
(3) The contracting officer shall suspend further action regarding the procurement until the head of the agency issues a written decision on the appeal, unless the head of the agency makes a written determination that urgent and compelling circumstances which significantly affect the interests of the United States compel award of the contract;
(4) Within 15 business days of SBA's notification to the head of the contracting activity, SBA shall file a formal appeal to the head of the agency, or the appeal will be determined withdrawn; and
(5) The head of the agency, or designee, shall specify in writing the reasons for a denial of an appeal brought under this section.
19.1506 Women-Owned Small Business Program sole-source awards.
(a) A contracting officer shall consider a contract award to an EDWOSB concern on a sole-source basis (see 6.302-5(b)(7)) before considering small business set-asides (see 19.203 and subpart 19.5) provided none of the exclusions at 19.1504 apply and-
(1) The acquisition is assigned a NAICS code in which SBA has determined that WOSB concerns are underrepresented in Federal procurement;
(2) The contracting officer does not have a reasonable expectation that offers would be received from two or more EDWOSB concerns; and
(3) The conditions in paragraph (c) of this section exist.
(b) A contracting officer shall consider a contract award to a WOSB concern (including EDWOSB concerns) eligible under the WOSB Program on a sole-source basis (see 6.302-5(b)(7)) before considering small business set-asides (see 19.203 and subpart 19.5) provided none of the exclusions at 19.1504 apply and-
(1) The acquisition is assigned a NAICS code in which SBA has determined that WOSB concerns are substantially underrepresented in Federal procurement;
(2) The contracting officer does not have a reasonable expectation that offers would be received from two or more WOSB concerns (including EDWOSB concerns); and
(ii) $4.5 million for a requirement within any other NAICS codes.
(2) The EDWOSB concern or WOSB concern has been determined to be a responsible contractor with respect to performance.
(3) The award can be made at a fair and reasonable price.
(d) A contracting officer shall only award a sole-source contract to a concern that has been certified pursuant to 13 CFR 127.300 as an EDWOSB or WOSB eligible under the WOSB program. Contracting officers shall not request a status determination from SBA on pending applications for certification for EDWOSB or WOSB sole-source awards.
(e) The SBA has the right to appeal the contracting officer's decision not to make a sole-source award to either an EDWOSB concern or WOSB concern eligible under the WOSB program.
(a)The contracting officer shall insert the clause at 52.219-29, Notice of Set-Aside for, or Sole-Source Award to, Economically Disadvantaged Women-owned Small Business Concerns, in solicitations and contracts for acquisitions that are set aside or awarded on a sole-source basis to, EDWOSB concerns under 19.1505(b) or 19.1506(a). This includes multiple-award contracts when orders may be set aside for EDWOSB concerns as described in 8.405-5 and 16.505(b)(2)(i)(F) or when orders may be issued directly to one EDWOSB contractor in accordance with 19.504(c)(1)(ii).
(b)The contracting officer shall insert the clause at 52.219-30, Notice of Set-Aside for, or Sole-Source Award to, Women-Owned Small Business Concerns Eligible Under the Women-Owned Small Business Program, in solicitations and contracts for acquisitions that are set aside or awarded on a sole-source basis to WOSB concerns under 19.1505(c) or 19.1506(b). This includes multiple-award contracts when orders may be set aside for WOSB concerns eligible under the WOSB Program as described in 8.405-5 and 16.505(b)(2)(i)(F) or when orders may be issued directly to one WOSB contractor in accordance with 19.504(c)(1)(ii).
(d)For use of clause 52.219-33, Nonmanufacturer Rule, see the prescription at 19.507(h).


Ask friends and colleagues who they have used and recommend. As a general rule, ask someone you trust to refer you. Make use of various online sources such as company websites and Facebook to read reviews and comments about companie's products and services.
Pest control services can be expensive, especially if severe damage to your property has occurred. Having an appropriate budget will allow you to narrow down your selection and motivate negotiation. Most companies offer a free quote, so be sure to get quotes from several different companies for cost comparisons.
Using a local specialist in your area is a great option. A local exterminator will understand the area and climate. In addition, they will most likely give you an accurate account of the problem and determine a better solution.
One of the most important components of finding someone to fix your pest problem is clear, concise communication. Give them specific details about the problem, where it is, and any other solutions you have already tried. This will help your specialist determine what the right treatment and the tools they will need.
Depending on where you live, the qualifications for being a pest control specialist may be different. When choosing the right fit for the job, do a little digging and make sure that their license and insurance is valid.
Before treating your property, ask to see the service agreement. Read it carefully. There can sometimes be hidden fees that you didn't know about. Be sure to get a copy of the agreement to keep on file. It is advisable to walk through the property with the professional so that he or she can explain the process in detail.
Think Solutions Cleaning & Support can provide work scoping and total management services.


We believe that football skills, ball control, speed and agility are a vital ingredient in developing the footballers of tomorrow. The YO STREET ZONE Football Skills Academy helps to develop and advance talented players.
BECOME A BETTER FOOTBALL PLAYER!
Our aim is to give young talents in Thanet and Kent the opportunity to improve their skills and creativity with the ball. The skills you learn will be a great attribute and benefit if you are into football on the field AND/OR Futsal.
Groundmoves are the artistic and creative way of using ball control techniques. build Your own style and create new moves. Groundmoves can be a great way to show off your ball control skills and can be used to dazzle any opponent.
Panna is one of the best known genres of street football. Panna is a technique, in which a player passes the ball through an opponent's legs in a skilful way. This type of football has become an increasing trend among kids and adults. Learn how to execute this popular skill in our football skills club!
Ball control is fundamental for every football player. Our club will help you master it by doing intricate and detailed drills with the ball, learning to control the ball in ways you never thought you could and becoming extremely comfortable with the ball at your feet .
To join the YO STREET ZONE FOOTBALL SKILLS ACADEMY you need to be selected by our coaches. fill in our application form and read our terms & conditions. You can get thEse forms from us at your first session or you can download them out in advance here for self printout.
Also, Every new member NEEDS TO ORDER A YO STREET ZONE ACADEMY TRACKSUIT!
Once you have contacted us, we will send you the application form along with the Terms & Conditions. Print them out and let your parents or guardian fill in the forms. Don't forget to bring them along to the first club session you attend.


The New Media Caucus is accepting nominations for election to the Board of Directors.
In addition we are accepting nominations for three Officer positions: Treasurer, Chair of Exhibitions and Events, and Chair of the Communications Committee.
New Board Members will be joining an international team of dynamic practitioners and scholars who make up the twenty one person board. The Board is engaged with the daily operation of the organization as well as collaborative committee initiatives for Communications, the Media-N journal, and Exhibitions and Events. Board Members duties include attending Board Meetings, participating on committees, and offering their expertise and assistance in the operation and development of the New Media Caucus. Board Members actively participate in attracting new Members and organizational sponsors and positively represent and promote the New Media Caucus. Board members are required to pay a $75.00 per year membership fee.
Board Members serve a three-year term beginning at the close of the Annual Regular Meeting of the Organization. The next meeting will take place in New York City during the College Art Association Conference in February of 2017.
The New Media Caucus is committed to increasing the diversity of our community, board and membership to promote an environment of equality, inclusion, and respect for difference. Nominees who can contribute to this goal are encouraged to identify their strengths and experiences in this area. Individuals from groups whose underrepresentation in the field of new media and technology-based art, design and scholarship – broadly defined – are particularly encouraged to apply.
Any member of the New Media Caucus is eligible to make nominations and be nominated to the Board. Self-nominations are encouraged and accepted.
The form includes a 250 word biography and 250 word position statement addressing the following questions.
Why do you want to serve on the New Media Caucus Board?
What interests, skills or experience can do you bring to this role?
What NMC initiatives are you interested in working on?
If you are not ready to commit to a board level position, we strongly encourage all New Media Caucus members to get actively involved with the individual committees including Events, Communications and Media-N journal.
The duties of the Treasurer are to collect all dues and other accounts due to the Organization, and to deposit such funds in the name of the New Media Caucus in a financial institution approved by the Board of Directors, and will perform such other duties as assigned by the Board or delegated by the President. The Treasurer will keep accounts of the sources of all income and purposes of all expenditure, manage tax filing and provide a complete financial report at the annual membership meeting of the Caucus. The Treasurer shall be elected for a three (3) year term.
The Chair of the Communications Committee must be a Board Member in good standing. This committee shall utilize all appropriate means to acquaint the appropriate constituencies and the lay public with the role and importance of the New Media Caucus. The committee will assist with the vision and continued development of the New Media Caucus web site and social media initiatives. A Board Member shall be Chair and The Director of the Website will automatically be a member of this committee unless there is no current Board Member in this titled position.
The Chair of the Exhibitions and Events Committee must be a Board Member in good standing. This committee shall organize exhibitions and events in conjunction with conferences where New Media Caucus maintains a presence (e.g. the annual College Art Association Conference). In this regard, this committee is responsible for developing relationships with venues that can support our programming. Additionally, this committee will spearhead the development of exhibition, performance, and screening opportunities beyond conference affiliations, with the purpose of promoting the work of New Media Caucus members and advancing our mission. The Committee Chair is responsible for maintaining direct liaison on all its developments and initiatives with the President of the New Media Caucus, who is automatically a member of this committee.


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Q: Python Machine Learning - Multi Class Testing Script I'm quite new to machine learning, and I am currently building / running a script to test a dataset against multiple classifiers to find out which one offers the best fit / highest accuracy and then use that classifier to make my predictions.
So far when ever I run the script I am getting very high scores, around 98% - 99%. I just want to make sure that these high scores aren't due an error on my part. I think I have covered all bases, I'm using cross validation, checking it against a confusion matrix etc. But as I say, I am new to this.
My code is below;
import csv
import pandas
import numpy as np
import sklearn.ensemble as ske
import operator
from sklearn import model_selection, tree, linear_model, svm
from sklearn.metrics import classification_report
from sklearn.metrics import confusion_matrix
from sklearn.metrics import accuracy_score
from sklearn.feature_selection import SelectFromModel
from sklearn.neighbors import KNeighborsClassifier
from sklearn.naive_bayes import GaussianNB

# Load dataset
url = 'four_During_1000.csv'
dataset = pandas.read_csv(url)
#dataset.set_index('Name', inplace = True)
dataset.drop('Name', axis = 1, inplace=True)

# Split-out validation dataset
X = dataset.drop(['Legitimate'], axis=1).values
Y = dataset['Legitimate'].values
seed = 7
scoring = 'accuracy'

print('Researching important feature based on %i total features\n' % X.shape[1])

# Feature selection using Trees Classifier
fsel = ske.ExtraTreesClassifier().fit(X, Y)
mdl = SelectFromModel(fsel, prefit=True)
X_new = mdl.transform(X)
nb_features = X_new.shape[1]

features = []

print('%i features identified as important:' % nb_features)

indices = np.argsort(fsel.feature_importances_)[::-1][:nb_features]
for f in range(nb_features):
    print("%d. feature %s (%f)" % (f + 1, dataset.columns[2+indices[f]],
                                   fsel.feature_importances_[indices[f]]))

# XXX : take care of the feature order
for f in sorted(np.argsort(fsel.feature_importances_)[::-1][:nb_features]):
    features.append(dataset.columns[2+f])
print("\n")

X_train, X_validation, Y_train, Y_validation = model_selection.train_test_split(
    X_new, Y ,test_size=0.2, random_state=seed)

# create dict for models
models = {
    "LR" : linear_model.LogisticRegression(),
    "KNN": KNeighborsClassifier(),
    "DecisionTree": tree.DecisionTreeClassifier(),
    "RandomForest": ske.RandomForestClassifier(),
    "GradientBoosting": ske.GradientBoostingClassifier(),
    "AdaBoost": ske.AdaBoostClassifier(),
    "GNB": GaussianNB(),
    "SVC": svm.SVC(),
    "SVM": svm.OneClassSVM(),
    }

# evaluate each model in turn
results = []
score = {}
for name in models:
        clf = models[name]
        kfold = model_selection.KFold(n_splits=10, random_state=seed)
        cv_results = model_selection.cross_val_score(clf, X_train,
                                                     Y_train, cv=kfold, scoring=scoring)
        results.append(cv_results)
        msg = "%s: %f (%f)" % (name, cv_results.mean(), cv_results.std())
        score[name] = cv_results.mean()
        print(msg)
print("\n")

winner = max(score, key=score.get)
print('\nWinner algorithm is %s with a %f %% success' % (winner, score[winner]*100))
print("\n")

# Make predictions on validation dataset
clf = models[winner]
clf.fit(X_train, Y_train)
#score1 = clf.score(X_validation, Y_validation)
predictions = clf.predict(X_validation)
print(accuracy_score(Y_validation, predictions))
print(classification_report(Y_validation, predictions))
mt = confusion_matrix(Y_validation, predictions)
print("False positive rate : %f %%" % ((mt[0][1] / float(sum(mt[0])))*100))
print('False negative rate : %f %%' % ( (mt[1][0] / float(sum(mt[1]))*100)))

My question is, anyone can see what I might be doing wrong, or what I could do better? As a side note, my data samples are fairly small at the moment (1000), however I am working to increase the size of my datasets at the moment.
EDIT:
The following link contains the data held in my .csv file (included above)
https://codeshare.io/5ZQkRe


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Q: MySQL date-time-zone input I'm not overly familiar with dates and times formats in MySQL, and I've tried looking here on stackoverflow for solutions, but cannot find anything which specifically answers my query...
I have the following MySQL code:
CREATE TABLE friends_details (name VARCHAR(255), last_contact DATETIME);

INSERT INTO friends_details VALUES
('Bob', '2018-09-06 04:23:51 BST');

INSERT INTO friends_details VALUES
('Eszter', '2018-01-21 17:24:06 CET');

INSERT INTO friends_details VALUES
('Sue', '2018-09-01 11:18:21 EDT');

INSERT INTO friends_details VALUES
('Jack', '2018-02-27 23:11:47 UTC');

I get a failure because the format of values I'm trying to input into the last_contact fields does not match the format as specified in the first line of code where the table friends_details is created.
Is there any way I can specifically input the timezone 3 letter code details of the last_contact fields, and get them accepted by MySQL ?
So if I specify SELECT * FROM friends_details; later on, I would like to be able to get the following output:
Bob,    2018-09-06 04:23:51 BST
Eszter, 2018-01-21 17:24:06 CET
Sue,    2018-09-01 11:18:21 EDT
Jack,   2018-02-27 23:11:47 UTC

I do not want any of times converted to UTC in the output

A: One way would be to Create one more column to store the timezone separately:
CREATE TABLE friends_details (name VARCHAR(255),
                              last_contact DATETIME,
                              timezone VARCHAR(3));

INSERT INTO friends_details VALUES
('Bob', '2018-09-06 04:23:51', 'BST');

INSERT INTO friends_details VALUES
('Eszter', '2018-01-21 17:24:06', 'CET');

INSERT INTO friends_details VALUES
('Sue', '2018-09-01 11:18:21', 'EDT');

INSERT INTO friends_details VALUES
('Jack', '2018-02-27 23:11:47', 'UTC');

Note that in your application code (eg: PHP), you can do string operations on the datetime (with timezone) and extract timezone out separately, for Insert query.

However, general practice is to store the time in UTC, and in the second column, store the actual timezone's gap with UTC (in terms of hours).
Eg:
CREATE TABLE friends_details (name VARCHAR(255),
                              last_contact_utc DATETIME,
                              timezone_gap decimal(5,2));

-- CET is UTC + 1, so the time in UTC will be CET - 1
INSERT INTO friends_details VALUES
('Eszter', '2018-01-21 16:24:06', 1);

-- EDT is UTC - 4, so the time in UTC will be EDT + 4
INSERT INTO friends_details VALUES
('Sue', '2018-09-01 15:18:21', -4);

INSERT INTO friends_details VALUES
('Jack', '2018-02-27 23:11:47', 0);

Now, doing operations to calculate datetime differences become simpler, without worrying about the timezone gap(s). For display, you can simply get both the columns, and change it to relevant timezone accordingly.


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What does it mean to be a German, French, or Italian composer? In the 18th century, as national identity became more defined, composers grappled with that question, expressing their emerging national styles while also freely borrowing from others. This cosmopolitan program of Corelli, Telemann, Couperin, Biber, Boyce, Royer, and Handel brings to life an enchanting diversity of styles.
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This old neighbourhood is constantly adding new boutiques. FInd shops specializing in antiques, apothecary, terrariums and stationery. Plus, there are plenty of clothing and home decor stores to keep you and your home looking good.
This store is pretty right from the window display to the change rooms in the back. Find women's clothing and accessories and jewellery that lean toward the flirty, feminine and maybe a little bohemian from brands including Brunette the Label, Cupcakes & Cashmere and Show Me Your Mumu. This is a great store to shop for bridesmaid dresses or dresses to wear to a special occasion.
This store comes from All Things Jill owner, Jill Hawker. In addition to selling natural, paraben-free essential oils, diffusers and creams, The Apothecary in Inglewood offers classes about aromatherapy and essential oil application. It's also home to a refillery where you can bring in your own container and fill it with various cleaning, culinary and bath and body products. You can blend your own essential oils at the blending bar.
This store carries men's and women's apparel and cowboy boots, furniture and home accessories, all in a modern, Western style that features plenty of silver, leather and turquoise elements. Be sure to check it out whether you're looking for a new Stampede outfit or just love Western culture. If you're planning on swinging by, note that Cody & Sioux recently relocated to a new space about a block east of its original location.
This three-storey loft space features design items ranging from artwork to upholstery to furniture. Around 20 local artists, including Jason Eng, Luke Haynes and Michelle Miller, have their work featured here,.
Two Inglewood favourites — The Uncommons and Local Laundry — joined to create one store that is like a micro department store. You'll find body skincare from Aesop, barware from Brooklyn's W & P Design and clothing from Wemoto. It's always worth browsing, because you never know what you are going to find. It's also great if you are looking for a gift for someone who is hard to buy for.
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Luxury fashion designer Lauren Bagliore opened her first concept shop in Inglewood. The 850-square-foot space feels like a boutique in West Side New York and sells her latest, one-of-a-kind pieces.
This locally owned store has its design headquarters in Holland. Find modern, contemporary furniture perfect for every room in your home.
Local accessories brand CoutuKitsch and clothing brand Camp Brand Goods joined forces to open The Livery Shop, a studio space located in Inglewood's red barn. The shop sells locally made jewellery, accessories and clothing. Look for the red barn and you've found The Livery Shop.
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For vintage fashion and accessories, bridal and housewares.
For kitchen gadgets and decorative items.
For buying bikes and accessories and joining a cycling community.
For silk rugs from Iran, plus delivery, appraisals, cleaning and repairs.
For army apparel and miscellaneous items for collectors and civilians, alike.
For jewellery, textiles, pottery and fine art by more than 450 Canadian artisans.
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For luxury gifts and home decor.
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TVS Srichakra plans Rs 1,000 crore capex over three years
by Sricharan R 08 Dec 2020
Leading tyre manufacturer, TVS Srichakra announced its plans for Rs 1,000 crore capital expenditure to ramp up manufacturing in its Madurai and Pantnagar plants. This investment is planned to be made over a three-year period.
The investment, when fully made, will result in an increase in two- and three-wheeler tyre capacity by 25-30 percent and doubling of off-highway tyre capacity from current levels.
The investment is planned to be funded by a mix of debt and internal accruals. The expansion program being undertaken will focus on setting up additional capacities in this space to cater to growing demand across its customer base – both domestically and globally.
The company also plans to enhance capacities in the pioneering range of radial tyres and other premium products. This will also significantly increase the company's capacities and technological capabilities in the off-highway tyre segment, with a clear focus on global markets.
S Ravichandran, director, TVS Srichakra said, "With a wide distribution network in India, growing international presence and building state-of-the-art capabilities in R&D and product development, we are further strengthening our manufacturing capabilities to cater to the growing demands in India and abroad. We believe that this capital outlay will enable us to further its growth aspirations and help strengthen its partnerships with vehicle manufacturers and create new benchmarks in the replacement and global markets. This investment reflects our fullest confidence in India's recovery and its prospects in the medium to long- term and is our contribution to Atmanirbhar Bharat."
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"Pro.Mo.Austria+ Promoting Mobility. Fostering EHEA Commitments in Austria" is a project of the Federal Ministry of Science, Research and Economy (BMWFW), dept. IV/10.
It was submitted within the framework of the key action 3 – Erasmus+ "Support to the implementation of EHEA reforms 2016-18" (call EACEA 49/2015).
It is important that the Bologna Process does not only exist on paper but actively contributes to the creation of a European Higher Education Area. The Bologna associated objectives are currently in different implementation stages and are "lived" with different intensity.
Multi-annual working programmes advance the implementation and provide room for critical reflexion. In cooperation with the Bologna Service Point a work programme for the period of June 1st, 2016 to May 31st, 2018 was developed, which continues the activities of the former Bologna experts team and offers a broad spectrum of guidance, training and information for the Austrian higher education institutions. In addition to the annual Bologna Day thematic seminars will also be held and printed materials will be published.
The external monitoring by the AQ Austria – Agency for Quality Assurance and Accreditation Austria has been a very successful accompanying support in the current project and will therefore be continued.
The European Commission, the Federal Ministry of Science, Research and Economy (BMWFW) and the National Agency Erasmus+ support the Bologna Process in Austria by means of a whole series of activities. A team of eight national experts for the European higher education area will be at the service of all higher education institutions until June 2018 for strategic and practical guidance for the implementation of the Bologna goals.
The team, which has worked together for many years, provides a broad spectrum of guidance, training, peer learning and information for the higher education institutions.
The experts provide individual advice and information for up to six higher education institutions by means of advisory visits. This includes systematic assistance in the implementation of the Bologna objectives with regard to specific requirements of a whole higher education institution and individual organisational units.
The ECTS Guide 2015 increases awareness in Austria for the European credit system as a transparency instrument and the necessaryconnection with the learning outcome descriptions.
As members of the steering committees for thematic seminars and the annual Bologna Day the national experts for the European higher education area prepare current Bologna Process topics for discussion in order to develop further approaches and recommendations and to communicate them to a broad public.
Moreover, they act as facilitator or workshop leaders. The transnational dialogue of the experts as well as international networking are promoted and supported by systematic training on the part of the European Commission. A peer learning activity on quality assured formulation via examination of learning outcomes promotes the exchange with the Netherlands and ten other countries.
As a major information interface the EHEA experts are members of the Austrian Bologna Follow-Up Group and are actively involved due to their reporting function. In this function they work on national accompanying recommendations on the ECTS Guide 2015.
The national experts' activities are part of the Erasmus+ key action 3 "Policy Support to the national Higher Education Authority". The Austrian work programme is entitled "Pro.Mo.Austria+ // Promoting Mobility. Fostering EHEA Commitments in Austria".