text:
Old Telephones
Welcome To My Personal Web Site
Hi, my name is oldphoneguy and I like old phones and am a retired Voice Network Design Engineer. That is a long title and just means I can design voice networks, telephone systems and assorted other stuff. At the last place I worked we had a Call Center that took well over 450,000 calls a day and it was just one of several Call Centers. All the sites were interconnected. I worked with a great bunch of people, but after a while, I decided I would be happier being retired, so here I am.
I want to share some of the things I did on that job and odd and ends that apply to old telephones and modern networks. The Contents to the left shows you what is on this web site. To get back here, click on HOME. Or, you can use your browser back button. I hope you enjoy the items on this site and I will try to update it every so often, retirement keeps me very busy!
This site is simple in design, no fancy pictures or colors. Be sure to look at everything, some topics are buried deep. This site was started late February 2008. Check back monthly. On older PC's you may need to adjust resolution or size to view some documents or drawings on your screen.
The level of this web site is just past beginner to advanced. If you are not technical, read it for entertainment.
There is a lot of information on this website, when you click on some of the links at the left, a page will open with additional links to more information. Make sure you look at each link and read the information associated with it.
NEW - Local Battery to Common Battery Conversion - HERE GREAT BOOK!
NEW - Old Dial Tone (under development) - HERE
NEW - AE Bulletin on Repeat Coils - Courtesy of Steve Cichorsky - HERE
NEW - Remote Monitor over a Pair of Wires on the Telephone Project Page
MORE - Pay Phone Cards - Print them out, change the ones on your pay phone - Look Left
Here is a new link I discovered .. try it ... http://www.prc68.com/I/phones.shtml
REVISED - Pay Phone Controller/Simulator - Revised Version PDF Format HERE (With full instructions)
New Project - Build a Bell Chime from an Old Ringer Box
Update - Test Numbers (Look at link on left)
New - HERE - Loading Coils (Update)
New - Local Battery Conversion to Common Battery (Simplified version of the book)
My Last OFFICIAL Work Picture
Yes, a Dilbert Tie and a Pocket full of goodies
Last Update --- October 2013
Make sure you go down to the last item on each page, the pages are long
From 2008 to 2013 - There have been over 10,000 hits to THIS
If you got down this far click on this word SECRET
Note - many links open in this page and stay here, click on HOME to return to this page


text:
Remote-controlled capacities calendar week 26
8,464.53 MW installed wind and solar capacity remote-controlled by Statkraft.
Statkraft Markets GmbH as a direct marketer within the meaning of the German Renewable Energy Act (EEG) is in the position to remote-control contracted wind and solar capacity. In case of sufficiently negative prices at the EEX (day ahead or intraday), Statkraft will react according to the incentives set by the market premium scheme by steering down 8,437.03 MW installed wind and solar capacity.
Date: 25 June 2015, 10:03 a.m.

subset: commoncrawl


text:
A few available, one shown. Your piece will look similar.
Our corals are photographed under T5 and Reef Brite Blue LEDs. Coral colors will appear different under different lighting conditions.
* Note - In the rare instance where there may be an incorrect price listed on our website, Bayside Corals reserves the right to cancel the sale even if the order has been confirmed and your credit card has been charged. Corals listed as "free" are a glitch, and are not actually free. Please let us know if you see this.


text:
In a new interview with the Daily Caller, a conservative website, President Trump downplayed the possibility of a government shutdown ahead of the midterm elections in November. "I don't see even myself or anybody else closing down the country right now," Trump said. He added, more broadly, "I don't like the idea of shutdowns."
Then on Wednesday the president proceeded to threaten another shutdown. "If it happens it happens. If it's about border security, I'm willing to do anything," Trump told reporters at the White House, according to The Hill.
There have been two government shutdowns since Trump took office and the president has repeatedly raised the threat of another one during his battles over funding for the border wall and other immigration issues. Just a few weeks ago, Trump tweeted, "I would be willing to 'shut down' government if the Democrats do not give us the votes for Border Security, which includes the Wall!" And Bloomberg reports that, despite statements indicating he had given up on the idea, Trump is still asking aides about the possible benefits of a shutdown.
The latest plan: Trump was scheduled to meet with GOP lawmakers Wednesday afternoon to discuss their strategy for government funding for the 2019 fiscal year, which begins on October 1. The plan reportedly is to pass some spending bills to keep the government open, while leaving the more contentious issue of money for the border wall to a Homeland Security bill that can be taken up after the midterms.
"He still occasionally tweets about a government shutdown over the wall funding and that sort of thing," Sen. John Thune (R-SD) said of Trump, "but I think in the end he's — I believe at least, and his team — of a view that we're all better off if we can keep the government funded."
The odds of a shutdown: Cowen Research Group's Chris Krueger said in a note to clients that a shutdown before the midterms is highly unlikely, giving it a one-in-10 chance. The most likely outcome in Kreuger's view is that Congress will pass a series of "minibus" bills to fund most of the government for 2019, while covering the contentious agencies with a short-term continuing resolution, pushing any funding struggles to after the midterms.
Alternatively, if lawmakers can't agree on different versions of the appropriations bills before the October 1 deadline, they could pass a continuing resolution for all government funding. In either case, they'd avoid a government shutdown in early October while setting up a potential battle over funding in November or December, when the continuing resolution would likely expire.
"You can never take a shutdown off the table," Kreuger wrote, "though we suspect it will be AFTER the midterms during the Lame Duck."
But you never know: The wild card, as always, is the president himself. Trump may decide that Republican lawmakers are wrong about the negative repercussions of closing the government, Krueger said, and gamble that a shutdown is a good way to fire up his base ahead of the midterms. What better way to get out the pro-Trump vote than to hold firm on demands for funding a border wall with Mexico and getting tough on government employees, portraying them as denizens of the Washington swamp brought into line by a strong leader?
Asked about the possibility of a shutdown, House Budget Chairman Steve Womack (R-AR) told Politico, "I am always worried, and I'm never worried. Nothing surprises me."
This article was updated at 6:10 p.m. on Wednesday, September 5.


text:
An art project that traveled from China, via Australia, to the West Coast of the U.S., has arrived in Jacksonville.
Collector Mike Cavendish acquired "The Unauthorized Collection of John Kaldor," which centers on a room-sized installation. The project was then transported to Jacksonville by artist David De Boer along with filmmaker Aaron Giesel, who chronicled the journey.
"It allowed them to have all these happenings with different Americans everyday," Cavendish said. "They had a pop-up exhibition in Chicago. It was about a process of allowing a special work of art to pass through for all to see."
Cavendish is a downtown attorney at Gunster Jacksonville and was thrilled to have these two artists, De Boer and Giesel, both of Southern California, spend 3 days in the city and meet with the art community.
The work was commissioned by FELT Space, a gallery in Australia, and created in China. De Boer wanted Kaldor's collection to be made piece for piece in the same place Kaldor made his fortune.
The art project is considered to consist of three essential parts that made the process special — the installation, the journey and the film — Cavendish said.
"It's the first time this has been done anywhere in the world," Cavendish said. "Kaldor had a collection of world-class contemporary art he paid for by doing trade between China and Australia. It is provocative, highly original and was met with a great reception in Australia."
Cavendish says that the installation confronts the way that the art market is aligning itself with the billionaires or the one-tenth of the 1 percent, taking art away from the masses.
De Boer's work challenges that ideal by taking a highly renowned collector's pieces and duplicating them.
Cavendish hopes to have the installation put up around Jacksonville to help promote Jacksonville as the next art hub, similar to Brooklyn or Portland.
"It could be a capital for visual art," Cavendish said. "There is a huge population of young people with an entrepreneur spirit, and I think Jacksonville is ready for this type of big artist."
The collection was brought to Cavendish's attention by De Boer, and the two of them struck up a friendship as art colleagues in 2011 after the artist contacted the Jacksonville collector.
"He went through the process of looking for a home," Cavendish said. "He contacted me one day and floated the idea of bringing it to Jacksonville and making it the home base of the project."
Cavendish already has some of De Boer's work, which he collected around the time the two became colleagues, including paintings from "Treasures of a Collection."
"I'm working with a committee of people to try and display it around Jacksonville," Cavendish said. "It's so large that it will have to be displayed in multiple locations including Downtown ... CoRK Arts District in Riverside, and I would love to have it displayed at the beach."


text: The stomach is the organ of the digestive system in which food travels from the esophagus and is further broken down before its nutrients are absorbed in the small intestine. It produces acid and various enzymes that break down food into simple substances. The inside wall of the stomach is protected from the acid and enzymes by a mucous lining. Ulcers are caused when there is an imbalance between the digestive juices produced by the stomach and the various factors that protect the lining of the stomach. Symptoms of ulcers may include bleeding. On rare occasions, an ulcer may completely erode the stomach wall. A major cause of stomach ulcers is the bacteria called Helicobacter pylori. Treatment regimens for ulcers caused this bacterium usually include medications to suppress the stomach acid as well as antibiotics to eradicate the infection.


text:
Just a couple of days later, the total amount of homes to be built now adds up to 5,000 new units.
Last week's prisoner release is the 2nd part of a 4 stage deal secured last July aimed at releasing a total of 104 Palestinian prisoners in exchange for the PLO's return to peace negotiations – the events following have proved to be an almost exact recurance of last August, when Israel announced the construction of 2,000 new settler homes just after releasing the first group of 26 prisoners.
Israeli officials claim the recent consctruction announcements are a result of ''understandings'' reached between all concerned parties, including the United States (US). Yet Palestinian leader Mahmoud Abbas completely denied that the prisoners' release was part of any such agreement. Still, it is evident that Israel has used this as a means of avoiding to meet Palestinian demands of freezing settlement activity in occupied West Bank and East Jerusalem. Since the renewal of the ''peace process'' earlier this year, thousands of new settler homes have been constructed, various settlements within Jerusalem and the West Bank have expanded, increasing the number of settlers, enhancing Jewish presence and all the while blocking any possibilities of enlarging Palestinian villages.
According to Americans for Peace Now, during the first half of this year before negotiations resumed in July, settlement construction was 70% higher than it had been during the same period last year, 86% of which was initiated without tenders.
A total of 995 settler units were built in 2012. In comparison, this year construction has begun on 1,708 units, 180 of which fall within Isreali settlement outposts (illegal even under Israeli law) whilst a further 1,794 housing units have been completed. The construction freeze that took place earlier this year was upheld just until the first group of prisoners were released this summer.
Israel's announcement of its plan to move ahead with another 5,000 settler units was justified by President Netanyahu as a measure of "compensation" aimed at appeasing right wing unrest over the second phase the mutually agreed upon prisoner release last week. Endeavoring to make ammends with right wing voters, Netanyahu emphasized that construction would "move forward immediately."
New houses will be added to the already existing major settlement blocs of Ariel, Betar 'Illit, Givat Ze'ev and Karnei Shomron in addition to isolated settlements, such as Talmon, Shiloh and Almog.
Mount Scopus Slopes National Park will be established in the land between the Palestinian villages of Isawiyah and A-Tur, further reducing their land.
A tourist and archaeological centre is to be opened in the Palestinian village of Silwan, whilst the building plan of 1,500 units in Ramat Shlomo as mentioned above, will finally be initiated after having originally been announced back in 2010 during US Vice President Joe Biden's visit to Israel—a move that consequently suspended the plan due to the severe harm it caused to US-Israeli relations.
Current residents in Ramat Shlomo will also be allowed the option to expand each of their homes by an additional 50 squared-metres, with again the idea of allowing more Jewish settlers to move in.
Furthermore, as though adding insult to injury, all these controversial settlement projects have been accompanied by an increase in demolitions of Palestinian homes in East Jerusalem by the Israeli authority. One such case being that of a 3 story building belonging to family Shweiki demolished in Beit Hanina last week.
Despite criticism from UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon regarding Israel's settlement sexpansion, Israeli Knesset member, Ofir Akunis (Likud), confirmed last week at the Knesset plenum on Wednesday that ''The building in Judea and Samaria will continue to be intensified.''
US State Department spokeswoman Jan Psaki expressed that such actions by the Israeli authority would damage any form of peace negotiations with Palestine, reported Haaretz. The Palestinian Authority (PA) is in turn outraged by these new construction announcements, clearly stating that they will ''only lead to more tension,'' and will greatly harm peace efforts. According to Nabil Abu Rdeneh, a spokesman for Abbas, Israel clearly ''continues to put obstacles in the way of peace.''
While hosting an official reception for the recently freed prisoners last week, PA President Mahmoud Abbas promised not to sign any agreement with Israel until all Palestinian prisoners were released – around 5,000 Palestinians including women and chilren are still currently being held in Israeli prisons. ''There will not be an agreement with Israel even if one prisoner remains behind bars,'' he said.
The more Palestinian land is taken for Israeli settlements, the higher the number of Palestinian refugees. Whereas more Jewish settlers would mean a larger number of Jewish refugees if the negotiations managed to actually remove illegal settlements, as had happened in Gaza in 2004- thus always making the situation on ground level worse.
Such are the ongoing events, a combination of momentary joy and deeply-set anger over long lasting damage. Winning one small battle - only to have it become the reason for further attack... Where does loss end and victory begin? The ''peace process'' might look good in official reports, however its reality is far from peaceful and far from the provision of justice. Instead, it seems to deepen wounds and cover up a more intricate conflict, all the while making it more complicated to solve.
Back to Top


text:
Apache (2)
File Types (37)
Internet Explorer (80)
Network (16)
Passwords (350)
Printing (700)
Processes (1413)
Programming (2864)
General :: Windows :: File Types
The most important file types used in Windows, Mac OS and Linux/ Unix, grouped by their extension's first letter.
Articles:This list is sorted by recent document popularity (not total page views).
New documents will first appear at the bottom.
Featured Article
|Most recent comments


text:
On Hiatus
After her tragic suicide, Hollywood celebrity elite Victoria Starfield is ressurected and assigned by a secret supernatural organization called Crowd Control ,to protect five specific children (and her fans) from a slew of demons, serial killers, hellraisers and fallen angels. Her only weapon, 250 feet of razor sharp, flesh splitting barbed wire and an infinite trail of black tears. Call her, Mazscara. WARNING: Mazscara is rated +18 for Graphic Violence, Profanity and Mature Themes.


text:
Microsoft's share of the core U.S. search market fell to 11.3 percent in August, from 12.3 percent in July, according to numbers released today by comScore Networks. Google's market share rose to 56.5 percent, from 55.2 percent in July. Yahoo was down slightly, to 23.3 percent.
Hitwise, meanwhile, is reporting a more pronounced decline for Microsoft and increase for Google in the year-over-year results.
These latest stats come amid reports that Microsoft is preparing to unveil an overhauled Live Search engine next week.


text:
In a surprising move, the Pirates optioned OF Alex Presley to AAA and recalled LHP Jeff Locke. Kevin Correia is getting a spot start tonight so the team wanted an extra arm in the bullpen for the next few days; a totally understandable situation.
What make less sense to me is sending down Presley. Yes, Starling Marte, Andrew McCutchen and Travis Snider will be starting most days but its seems to me you'd want better backup options than Garrett Jones and Josh Harrison.
This move is probably just for a few days and then an outfielder (Jose Tabata?) Will be called up. But it seems to me that a better choice might have been to send down the almost-never used Jordy Mercer to get some regular at bats.
Filed under: baseball, Pirates | Tagged: Alex Presley, baseball, Jeff Locke, Pirates |


text:
At Monsanto, we look for professionals in different types of positions across our business. We routinely seek professionals in the following areas:
Our hiring process is closely linked to corporate strategy. As a result, we've identified five competencies indicative of success throughout our organization. These serve as the essential characteristics we look for in new hires irrespective of the role that they are in:
Relationships and Networks – in our global company, you'll regularly engage with teams and networks across geographic, political, demographic, functional and other cultural and organizational boundaries.
Courage and Candor – facing some of the world's toughest challenges head on and being able to respectfully disagree about how to do it are highly valued traits at Monsanto.
Agility – in the dynamic industry we operate within, flexibility and the ability to adapt to new situations creates more opportunities along the way for our customers and your career.
Initiative and Foresight – recognizing the opportunities ahead of you and acting on them can mean the difference between the next great breakthrough and a missed opportunity.
Results Orientation – delivering results is integral to both your career success and our success as a company. We look for people that want to contribute from day one and turn strategies and commitments into realities.
Kelly - Marketing
Yvonne - Finance
Scott - Engineering
Lucy - Research
Ryan - Research
Tom - Manufacturing
Dipankar - Human Resources
Gretchen - Research
Lynell - Manufacturing
Leticia - Sales
Denise - ELS Program
©2002–2019 Monsanto Company - All Rights Reserved Sitemap | Legal Notice | Privacy Policy | California Transparency in Supply Chains


text:
LONDON – UFC President Dana White called a recent negotiating session with Cristiane "Cyborg" Santos and her reps "wacky beyond wackiness."
"I'm telling you right now, she wants nothing to do with this fight with Ronda (Rousey)," White told MMAjunkie.com (www.mmajunkie.com).
White's statement comes several days after Santos' manager, Tito Oritz, said the ex-Strikeforce champ wanted to be released from her contract.
Santos is willing to fight Rousey at a catchweight of 140 pounds, Ortiz said, after three fights under the UFC roster.
"Ronda does the fight at 140, it's not even for a title," White responded. "The fight just makes no sense."
Ortiz declined to comment. The UFC Hall of Famer is holding a press conference on Friday at his gym to announce Santos' next move.
White confirmed the promotion wanted to build Santos in the all-female MMA promotion InvictaFC before putting together a fight with Rousey, who attempts the first defense of her women's bantamweight title against Liz Carmouche on Feb. 23 in Anaheim, Calif.
Rousey might even have been compelled to move up to Santos' natural 145-pound class to do the fight, White said.
But White said he received a letter from Santos' camp that stated the fighter couldn't cut the necessary weight to fight Rousey at 135 pounds, and negotiations deteriorated.
"We were working with her to get a deal," he said. "When you send a letter from your lawyer and your doctor saying, 'I will die if I try to make 135,' it's the goofiest thing. I've never seen anything like it in the fight business.
"OK, so you don't want to make 135 but you want to talk about fighting Ronda. First of all, you tested positive for steroids and got stripped of your title, and you're trying to talk about how Ronda doesn't want to fight you."
Santos (10-1) and Rousey (6-0 MMA, 0-0 UFC) have traded accusations during Rousey's rise to the title and built a rivalry that would prove lucrative if the two ever fought.
But with each passing day, that seems less likely.
Santos, who was stripped of the Strikeforce belt when she tested positive for steroids after her most recent fight, which came in December 2011, previously told MMAjunkie.com she could make 135 pounds if given proper time to shed the necessary pounds. White later volunteered the services of popular nutrition consultant Mike Dolce.
Now, the UFC president is moving on.
"We have 10 of the best 135-pounders in the world as far as the women go," White said. "We're going to do this division, we're going to see how this fight (at UFC 157) goes down.
"'Cyborg' is pretty much irrelevant right now. Go out there and win some fights again, get your name back, stay clean, stay off steroids, get your career back on track and we'll talk. But for her to think that everyone should move around and jump through hoops for her is insane."
For more on UFC 157, stay tuned to the UFC Rumors section of the site.
(Pictured: Cristiane "Cyborg" Santos)


text:
Current record: 32-31, 3rd place in NL Central, 4.0 games back
Up Next: Cleveland Indians, 33-30, 2nd place in AL Central, 1.0 game back
Season Series: 0-1, First time playing.
Notes: Like the Orioles, the Indians are over .500 despite a negative run differential. Like the Orioles, their pitching is weak and they need to out hit their opponent to win. Like the Orioles, they have one of the best young catchers in the game: Carlos Santana. Like the Orioles, they haven't lost to the Pirates this season. Hopefully, the similarities end there and the Bucs can take the next two games.
Familiar Faces: None
Probable Pitchers
Friday: RH James McDonald (2-6, 81.1 IP, 59 K, 4.76 ERA, 1.44 WHIP)
vs. RH Justin Masterson (5-2, 67.0 IP, 51 K, 3.49 ERA, 1.30 WHIP)
Saturday: RH A.J. Burnett (6-2, 62.1 IP, 56 K, 3.61 ERA, 1.25 WHIP)
vs. RH Ubaldo Jimenez (6-4, 69.2 IP, 44 K, 4.91 ERA, 1.59 WHIP)
Sunday: RH Brad Lincoln (3-2, 34.1 IP, 34 K, 3.15 ERA, 1.22 WHIP)
vs. RH Jeanmar Gomez (4-5, 63.0 IP, 31 K, 4.71 ERA, 1.35 WHIP)
Filed under: baseball, Pirates | Tagged: A.J. Burnett, baseball, Brad Lincoln, Carlos Santana, Indians, James McDonald, Jeanmar Gomez, Justin Masterson, Pirates, Ubaldo Jimenez | Leave a comment »


text:
| 10.1°C Belfast
Cinema workers will stage a fresh strike today in a long-running campaign to win a living wage.
Staff at the Ritzy in Brixton, south London - part of Cineworld - will take industrial action for the seventh time.
TUC general secretary Frances O'Grady will visit the picket line to support the workers, who are fighting to secure an agreement to pay the London living wage of £8.80 an hour.
Most of the workers are members of the broadcasting union Bectu.


text:
Our council-manager form of government combines the civic leadership of elected officials with the managerial experience of an appointed city manager. Beyond all else, we are a service organization, and we are here to serve our community.
Roseville is the largest city in Placer County and called home by 135,000 people. Find the resources you need here.
We are a place where businesses small and large find success. Ideally located, Roseville provides first-rate services, competitive costs, solid long-range planning and an educated, growing population.
The Citizens' Benefit Fund was established in 1993 following the sale of the city-owned Roseville Hospital. The proceeds were placed in a trust and a portion of the interest earned each year is made available for grants with the purpose of improving the quality of life for the citizens of Roseville. Public agencies, schools and non-profit 501(c)3 or 501(c)4 are eligible to apply.
The Roseville Employees Annual Charitable Hearts Fund (R.E.A.C.H.) is a community giving fund created through the generosity of Roseville employees and retirees. These employee-donated funds are dispersed to local charitable organizations that serve youth, seniors and families in the South Placer County region.
The Roseville Grants Advisory Commission oversees the competitive grant process for the Citizens' Benefit Fund and R.E.A.C.H. Fund. Roseville Grants Advisory Commission reviews grant applications annually January through May, providing the Roseville City Council with their recommendations in June. The City Council has the final approval on disbursement of each of the grant funds.
The 2021-2022 Grant Funding Cycle will be OPENED for applications on December 9, 2020. The City Council will be reviewing the Grants Advisory Commission's funding recommendations at the May 19, 2021 Council Meeting. Applications will only be accepted through ZoomGrants. Please click here to be taken to the City's ZoomGrants landing page.
2021-2022 Funding Cycle Calendar
If you'd like to be notified of future grant funding opportunities offered through the City of Roseville, please email Kristine Faelz and ask to be added to the distribution list.
2013 Historical Assessment Report
In November 2012, the City Council approved a two phase comprehensive review of the grants process. The purpose of the comprehensive review is to review the efficiency and effectiveness of the current grants process for possible future policy recommendations. Phase 1 was the preparation of an Historical Assessment Report. The report was prepared by staff with the assistance of a three-member subcommittee of the Grants Commission, and input from the full Grants Advisory Commission (GAC). The Report analyzes the 19 year history of the program and established some context and a common understanding of the program for the future policy discussions in Phase 2.
The 2013 Historical Assessment Report includes five components:
With the completion of the Historical Assessment Report (Phase 1), preparation for Phase 2 will begin in Fall of 2014. Phase 2 is planned to discuss and provide direction on policy topics of interest to the Grants Advisory Commission and the City Council and result in a Strategic Plan for the Grants Program. Topics for discussion during this phase will include those listed below and may be expanded to include topics as recommended by the consultant:
See the 2013 Grants Historical Assessment Report here.
For more information about the history of the Citizen's Benefit Fund and the Grants process, click here to watch a video.
For more information, please call Commission Secretary Melissa Hagan at (916) 774-5476 or Commission Liaison Laura Matteoli at (916) 774-5284.


text:
Royals to 'piggy-back' pitchers in first spring games
SURPRISE, Ariz. -- Ten pitchers -- four presumed starters and six expected to compete for the fifth job --- are scheduled to pitch in the Royals' first five Cactus League games.
"We're going to piggy-back 'em," manager Ned Yost said. "Nobody's used to starting right now, you build 'em back up. That's why you piggy-back 'em -- you're getting 10 guys ready to start."
It depends on the individual, but each starting pitcher usually throws two innings or the equivalent in his first Spring Training outing. The first four starters are expected to be James Shields, Jason Vargas, Jeremy Guthrie and Bruce Chen.
The first two pitchers assigned to each game so far: Thursday vs. Rangers, Chen and Danny Duffy; Friday at Rangers, Shields and Chris Dwyer; Saturday, March 1, vs. Padres, Vargas and Brad Penny; Sunday, March 2, at Cubs, Wade Davis and Yordano Ventura; Monday, March 3, at White Sox, Guthrie and Luke Hochevar.
Yost said the Royals have scheduled two "B" games against the Rangers on March 7 and 11 to provide additional slots for pitchers.


text:
38 Items
Same day pickup*
*Options and speeds may vary by location
Skateboarding megastar and child prodigy Ryan Sheckler has a big reputation with a talent to match it. A strategist amongst many, this Street League competitor and three-time X Games gold medalist excels in contests, his well thought out approaches combined with his irrefutable talent always makes him a contender to the podiums. Representing sponsors such as Etnies, Plan B Skateboards, Red Bull, Oakley, Nixon and more as well as creating the Sheckler Foundation, Ryan Sheckler continues to strive to reach his goals and be one of the best skateboarders the world has ever seen.
Born in San Clemente, California in 1989, Ryan Sheckler got his start on a skateboard at 18 months old with the help from has dad. By the time he was 4 he was already doing ollies, and at 6 years old he was skating every day. Naturally as a child skateboarder he began competing at a young age. In 2003 Ryan Sheckler has become a professional, and at 13 years old he became the youngest competitor in X Games history to win a gold medal. Always one driven to win, Ryan Sheckler has taken home a total of 5 medals from the X Games, 3 of them being gold. Among the many other competitions Ryan Sheckler has dominated, he has skated with Street League in their three year history, and in 2011 he was a finalist and placed third overall.
Outside of the competition circuit, Ryan Sheckler has made a name for himself in films and television. In 2007 Ryan Sheckler had his own reality TV show on MTV called "The Life of Ryan" which gained him international stardom. Shortly after "The Life of Ryan" aired on MTV Ryan Sheckler started the Sheckler Foundation as a means to give back the community by fundraising and hosting charity events to help children and injured action sports athletes. Prior to achieving fame with his reality show The Life of Ryan and holding his own in competitions like Street League, Ryan Sheckler has also had some notable roles in skateboarding cinema. When Ryan was a child he was featured in "Almost: Round Three" and the Oakley film "Our Life", where he was shredding with pros nearly twice his age. His most recent role in skateboard cinema was with his sponsor Plan B Skateboards in their promotional video "Superfuture". Ryan Sheckler also has his own line of skateboard decks with Plan B Skateboards including the Plan B Ryan Sheckler Street League skateboard deck and the Plan B Ryan Sheckler Crest and a signature line of sunglasses with Oakley.
Ryan Sheckler is a skateboarder with determination and the skills to take him to the top. He has made a name for himself with his prestigious sponsors like Plan B Skateboards, Etnies, Oakley and Red Bull, a MTV reality show "The Life Of Ryan", as well as given competitors a run for their money in competitions like Street League. One to keep pushing to be and stay on top, Ryan Sheckler is a dominating force of skateboarding.
Shop Gift Cards


text:
LED lighting
Moser Baer LED lighting products are more efficient and are long-lasting. The LED drivers measure up to high test standards and have the best material quality.
Storage Solutions
Moser Baer has been the leading name in storage solutions across the country with durable and cost-effective products ranging from CDs,DVDs and USB drives.
Solar Energy
Promoting renewable energy and eco-friendliness, Moser Baer Solar serves customers across the solar value chain through world class products and services.
Media Replication Services
Offering home video titles in various Indian languages at affordable prices, Moser Baer Entertainment is India's largest Home
Million *
Watts =
Knight 8GB
Knight 16GB
Swivel 8GB
Moser Baer Lighting App
Download |
Lighting is one of the key elements that make your house a home. Not choosing the right colours of light can totally mar your decor as colour enhances the ambiance and mood vital for health.
Moser Baer presents Let's LED, know-how for planning your lighting needs. Lighting has two key properties – color of light from white to yellow (measured as CCT) and lumens output (amount of light emitted by lighting product). Higher the lumens per watt of power, the more efficient the lighting. The third key feature of the light source is the lux. It tells the amount of light falling on your task area and shows how efficiently lighting device directs the light to desired area. Moser baer high technology lights are higher lumens at lower power wattage and give high lux.
News Centre
- June 23, 2015
- May 11, 2015
- February 26, 2015
- August 14, 2014
Resource Centre
CSR Report Download PDF


text:
This was published 6 years ago
With the US pumping, oil from the Middle East shales in significance
The share and bond markets should be less vulnerable to the outbreak of violence and political unrest in the Middle East than they have been in the past.
This depends on how the Iraq crisis develops, of course; on whether Iran becomes militarily involved, for example, and on the Western world's response.
But while sharemarkets were down and oil and gold were up on Thursday and Friday - betraying investor tension - the claim that, for the West, geopolitics in the Middle East are all about oil is not as easy to make as it used to be.
In 2003, when the United States invaded Iraq, the Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) was the source of 40 per cent of global oil production. OECD nations consumed 60.5 per cent of the oil that the world pumped.
In 2012, OPEC was still the biggest producer block, accounting for 43 per cent of world production. But the OECD's share of global oil consumption was down to 50.2 per cent - the lowest level on record.
The global financial meltdown that began in 2007, the growth slowdown it produced, and policies that aim to rein in carbon emissions have limited growth in Western world demand and made the West less oil-intensive.
In 2003, the International Energy Agency predicted, for example, that by 2035, the world would be consuming 120 million barrels of oil a day, up from about 77 million in 2003. In January this year, the BP group's annual energy outlook said oil demand would rise more slowly - to 109 million barrels a day by 2035.
''All the net demand growth is expected to come from outside the OECD - demand growth from China, India and the Middle East will together account for almost all of it,'' BP said.
Energy use in the advanced economies of North America, Europe and Asia was growing very slowly, it added, and would actually be declining towards the end of the forecast period.
There's also a supply-side change occurring. Since the 2003 Iraq invasion, new technology has opened up deep-water offshore oil and gasfields, and tapped oil and gas contained in tight shale formations on shore. The technology is being rolled out globally, and has already transformed production in the US.
US oil production has risen by 39 per cent since 2011, as Gulf of Mexico production rises and companies including Australia's BHP Billiton tap shale oilfields that are spread around the country, in states such as Texas, Louisiana, Pennsylvania, Colorado, Wyoming and Utah.
The surge in US oil and gas production was driven by relatively small companies and was not foreseen by politicians. US President Barack Obama said in 2011, for example, the US should try to cut its oil-import bill by a third in 14 years. It took three years to get that job done.
The US oil and gas production boom is transforming the politics of oil in the world's most powerful country.
A bipartisan political consensus that US oil and gas should be reserved for the US market has, for example, broken down, and the US is on the way to becoming a major oil and gas exporter.
In its latest outlook, BP predicts that America's oil and gas export revenue will outweigh its oil and gas import spending from 2018 onwards.
None of this means markets won't be hit if the situation in the Middle East continues to deteriorate. Oil supplies are not the only concern for the West and its markets as the assault by fundamentalists in Iraq intensifies.
Developing nations, including China, and developed ones, such as Japan, also rely heavily on oil imports.
For the US in particular, however, Middle Eastern oil supplies have less strategic importance than they did a decade ago, and they will become less important in years to come as shale and other unconventional oil sources are developed.
America's rapid move towards self-sufficiency will be a factor as it weighs the pros and cons of action after its earlier unsuccessful Iraq excursions.
A SAFE bond bet
An unexpected surge of buying in the bond markets has driven yields and risk premiums sharply lower worldwide this year.
Analysts have been struggling to explain why investors have been prepared to accept lower yields to get set, and the Middle East situation is a potential catalyst for a ''risk-on'' correction in bonds and shares, as investors see higher risk and knock prices down to lock in higher yields to compensate for them.
Another more bullish theory, however, is that this year's bond market rally was fed by huge buying by the State Administration of Foreign Exchange (SAFE), the Chinese central bank agency that controls capital inflows and outflows in China and the foreign reserves they generate.
Zhu Changhong, a former gun bond trader at the giant US bond fund manager Pimco, resigned as chief investment officer of SAFE in January.
He joined SAFE in June 2010, when China had about 45 per cent of its foreign reserves - about $US1.1 trillion ($1.17 trillion) - invested in US government bonds. US bonds were down to about 35 per cent of China's foreign reserves in September last year ahead of Zhu Changhong's departure, and SAFE would need to buy US bonds worth more than $US360 billion to recreate the old 45 per cent weighting.
Has SAFE been buying? Not clear: SAFE is a black box. For whatever reason, the markets were very confident going into the Iraq crisis, however. That could be either an asset or a liability if, as expected, the Iraq crisis expands.
Malcolm Maiden analyses and comments on business, the markets and the economy.


text:
Lindsay Lohan will not be sitting down with Barbara Walters after all.
Lohan has pulled out of her 20/20 interview, which was scheduled to air on Nov. 16, TVGuide.com has confirmed.
Barbara Walters to interview Lindsay Lohan
According to Deadline, which first reported the news, Lohan's new PR handlers from Rogers & Cowan were the ones who nixed the sit-down. (Lohan's longtime rep, Steve Honig, quit earlier this month.)
Lohan was scheduled to appear on the show to promote her upcoming TV movie Liz & Dick, in which she portrays Elizabeth Taylor.
"We are disappointed that Lindsay canceled the interview and wish her well," an ABC rep told TVGuide.com.
Liz & Dick premieres Sunday, Nov. 25 at 9/8c on Lifetime.


text:
Confronted with an ever-growing pile of tomatoes, peppers, and zucchini on our kitchen counter, Andrew and I decided we had better switch gears from last night's lentil vegetable soup and make something that would highlight our garden produce.
I began by broiling two of our sweet red peppers in the toaster oven until their skins turned black. I covered them with a bowl to steam briefly before removing the skins.
I cut up five medium-small red tomatoes from the garden and placed them in the food processor along with the roasted red peppers. To that I added a handful of fresh sage and basil.
In a pan, I sauteed a large yellow squash with a large clove of garlic. I added half of the yellow squash, 1/2 tsp. salt, and a generous amount of freshly ground black pepper to the food processor and pulsed until the ingredients came together.
After cooking the pasta, I combined it with the rest of the sautéed yellow squash, the sauce from the food processor, a generous drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil, and another handful of chiffonaded basil in a large serving bowl.


text:
Puma, Trainers and Sports shoes287 results
Puma shoes are not just for footballers
Practically everyone has heard of the German Puma brand. You cannot be involved in sports or training without having come across this huge brand. The company shares roots with Adidas, and was actually the same company between 1924-1948, until they split to follow slightly different paths. Nowadays, Puma is often associated with football and rugby through its sponsorship agreements – as well as a host of other sports. The shoes are all designed for sports and feature the sleek logo along the side in a contrasting colour or textured panelling. The brand name also features prominently on many pairs.
Care instructions for Puma shoes
Puma shoes are designed for hard wear during games, matches and sprints. During a training session, you should let yourself be drawn into the spirit of the game and leave your footwear to take care of itself. However, once the workout is over, it's your turn to show a little love and attention to your shoes. First wipe off any mud and dirt using a damp cloth and mild soap if necessary. Then leave them in room temperature to dry out completely. Letting all the sweat and moisture escape is vital for maintaining the shoes in good condition and preventing bad odours.
Style tips for Puma shoes
As a sports brand, the obvious style companion for a pair of Puma shoes is your workout gear or team uniform. However, puma shoes are not only for sportsmen. The sleek design also lends itself well to street clothes. You can wear your Puma shoes with jeans, shorts or combats. The pale varieties lend themselves well to being matched with a skirt or summer dress. Our huge range of over 700 models offers such a variety of colours you can surely find your favourite shade or a complementary colour to go with your planned outfit.
Puma shoes online at Footway
When you have a problem with ordering online, your first thought should be to turn to customer service. We like to think that we have one of the friendliest customer services on the web, and you are welcome to get in touch and see whether you agree. However, our ordering process is so smooth and it is doubtful whether you will actually need to do so. However, don't let that stop you. Give us a ring to say hi and we will gladly brighten up your day.


text:
Indian Weekender
Ticket Bazaar
Hall of Fame
SALUTING NZ's FINEST
Election 2020
Global Indians
New Zealand
Verdict 2017
World news
Tongue in cheek
Face of the Week
In focus
Migrant Tales
Immigration news
India specials
Know the law
Reader say
Hall of Fame
India specials
New Zealand
Photo Gallery
Live Shows
Contact Us
Contact Us
Indian Weekender
Ticket Bazaar
Hall of Fame
SALUTING NZ's FINEST
Contact Us
New Zealand
World's first public Diwali event for 2020 held at Porirua Mall in Wellington
Electric bus trial begin in East Auckland
Auckland's new economic and cultural agency named "Auckland Unlimited"
Telangana Jagruthi host a mega Bathukamma celebration in Auckland
'Bommai Golu': Auckland family opens home for public to display beautiful dolls and figurines as part of traditional Tamil festival
Auckland city businesses see increase in spending
Housing boom could get worse, economist warns
Wellington Diwali rejuvenates spirit of community, festivity, and celebrations
New Free Career Service Available Nationwide
Your Comprehensive List Of Things To Do In West Auckland
Growers Employment Expo In Hawke's Bay
National Party post-election review to look at campaign and past three years in opposition
Verdict 2017
National Party sticks with their 'rock,' Bill English remains as Party Leader
Here comes Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern
National juggernaut comes to halt with Labour-Green block winning two seats in the final count.
New Zealand politics in limbo: What's the fuss about the MMP and First past the post system?
What would a government with Winston Peters look like?
Can special votes go with National and not Labour-Green?
A report card of Kiwi-Indian candidates in 2017 election
Can Greens bring about real 'youth quake' in New Zealand politics?
Immigration cuts under any new government will depend on how badly we want to build our infrastructure
Can Greens create the history and go 'right' with National?
Trends from advance voting will determine who will form the next government
Highest Number Of Properties Sold In NZ In 42 Months, According To Latest REINZ Data
New Zealand Tops Bloomberg Business Survey For COVID-19 Response, Future Investment Plans
Fonterra announces its Annual results and a return to paying dividend
Google to invest $4.5 billion in Jio Platforms for 7.73% stake
Mukesh Ambani world's 7th richest, overtakes Warren Buffet
EU predicts 'deeper recession' in 2020 than expected
World needs to get ready for prolonged periods of instability: Study
Apple first US company to hit $1.5 trillion market cap
Airlines globally to lose $84.3 billion in 2020: IATA
World Bank projects global economy to shrink by 5.2% in 2020
US economy officially entered recession in February
Abu Dhabi's Mubadala to invest $1.2 billion in Reliance's Jio platforms
Election 2020
Kiwi voter the true hero of Election 2020
Election of first Kiwi-Indian electorate MP marks a milestone
Election 2020: What now...?
National's Gerry Brownlee admits he made a 'huge mistake' during electioneering
Final poll: Labour and Greens have the numbers to govern
Has the campaign for the first-ever Covid election been widely off the mark?
Election 2020: Our MMP voting system explained
Election 2020: Labour steady, National down in latest poll
Roland Garros means everything to me: Nadal
Pakistani Sikh bowler dreams of playing, performing vs India
International Cricket to start with Eden Park showdown: Blackcaps v West Indies
IPL2020: Kohli wins Super Over thriller for RCB, Kishan's 99 in vain
IPL2020 : Samson and Tewatia steal the show in grand style
Delhi Capitals clinch a Super Over thriller against KXIP
IPL 2020 schedule announced, MI face CSK in opener
IPL is a good training ground for players: Gower
Would love to have my Maruti 800 back with me: Tendulkar
Chetan Chauhan: The man who chose resilience over flamboyance
Winning 2011 WC together with Dhoni best moment of my life: Tendulkar
IPL 13: Final on Nov 10; 10 double headers planned
Mike Pompeo departs from India after conclusion of India-US 2+2 Ministerial dialogue
India's Union Ministry of Home Affairs relaxation to OCI, PIO card holders, foreign nationals intending to visit India for any purpose, except tourism
Delhi International Airport emerges as world's second safest airport amid pandemic
Australia to join Malabar naval exercise with India, US and Japan
Pakistan invites Indian Sikhs for Guru Nanak's 551st birth anniversary
Indian Army, NDRF join rescue, relief work in flood-hit Hyderabad
Ram Vilas Paswan passes away in Delhi hospital, condolences pour in
Hathras gang-rape brings spotlight back on crime against women
WhatsApp clarifies after probe agencies retrieve chats
In a first, Indian Navy women officers to join warships crew
Ayodhya airport to be named after Lord Ram
India enters elite hypersonic missile club
World news
Indian-origin New York cop called hero for disarming alleged killer while off-duty
New York honors Punjabi community, co-names street as Punjab Avenue
US Senate confirms Trump nominee Amy Coney Barrett to Supreme Court
Melbourne Covid19 lockdown restrictions to be eased
Covid cases shatter record in US, Trump and Fauci haven't met for 'months'
Covid to stay at least until next summer, says Macron
Biden pledges free Covid-19 vaccines for all if elected
US gives full approval for antiviral remdesivir drug
Hip-hop loving Indian American judge to preside over Google antitrust case
Microphones at upcoming US presidential debate to be muted
US records over 70k new single-day Covid-19 cases
Muslims in France condemn teacher's killing near Paris
Fiji's request to join travel bubble acknowledged
Priority remains to keep Fiji COVID safe
Fiji has a new COVID-19 quarantine case
Fiji Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama congratulates Arden on election victory and reaffirms Fiji's commitment to NZ
New Zealand and Fiji Police strengthening Program to begin soon
Celebrating Fiji's 50th anniversary of Independence
Fiji unveils special 50 coins and banknotes
Fiji: Ratu Epeli, Bainimarama, Chaudhry and Naivalurua among the 32 people received Fiji 50 medals
Fiji Day Public Holiday will be on Saturday, 10th October and not on Monday
Govt doing everything possible to provide life-changing services to people - Fiji PM
Fiji's fight against COVID-19 has been boosted with a donation by WHO
Fiji PM calls for greater commitment to finance against climate change
Global Indians
Indian teen turns school project into family business in UAE
UAE: Indian expats lend helping hand to repatriate TN couple
Srikant Datar named dean of Harvard Business School
Covid-19 positive Indian teachers in Dubai take classes while in quarantine
New York town honours Gandhi by installing statue
Sikhs being counted as separate 'ethno-religious' group in US census
Indian raffle winner in UAE thought it was prank call
Trump welcomes Indian as new US citizen at White House rite
Kamala Harris' mother instilled love for 'good idli'
Green card wait time for Indians can go to 450 years by 2030: US Senator
Dubai-based Indian girl breaks yoga world record
800,000 Indians could be forced to leave Kuwait: Report
Jim Sarbh: Don't think we give credit to all pieces that go into a film
Vishal Bhardwaj to adapt Agatha Christie stories as film franchise
Bollywood's Diwali all about small films this year
Bollywood associations, producers file civil suit against select media houses
Lockdown babies: Celebs the stork visited amid pandemic
Big B turns 78: Amitabh Bachchan temple hosts virtual meet for 'Guru' with his EF
Bombay HC grants bail to Rhea Chakraborty after 28 days
At 'Bigg Boss 14' launch, Salman reveals lockdown was his longest break in 30 years
Memories keep floating somewhere: Gulzar on memoir
Anurag Kashyap's first wife calls MeToo charge against him the 'cheapest stunt'
Sushmita Sen advises her fans to be 'conscience keepers'
The girl who kicked up a storm
REVIEW - Mirzapur 2: Back to the boondocks (Rating: * * *)
Yatra a worthy milestone in Prayas' 15-year journey
'Aarya' Web Series: Sushmita Sen props lazy crime drama, Our Rating: * * and 1/2
Anurag Kashyap: My filmmaking process is changing
Lady Gaga's 16-track album 'Chromatica' is out now
'Into The Night' is a non-stop, cheesy caper (Rating: * * * )
Mrs Serial Killer: Utterly messed-up
Chris Hemsworth opens up on 'Thor: Love And Thunder'
Brace yourself for a virtually assisted couch-vacation
India in the cinemas: Ocean to Sky
Rise of the 'Phoenix' in Hollywood
'Hellaro' Takes Indian cinema to the next level; Rating: *****
Tongue in cheek
World weirdness quotient is rising fast (the funny side)
Photo critique
Elements of Success : Spirit
Elements of Success : Air
Elements of Success : Fire
Elements of Success : Water
Elements of Success : Earth
Dil To Bachcha Hai Ji (I am still a kid by heart)
Sunset Years, Sunshine Life!
Migrant Tales: STUFF No One Ever Tells You about Living Abroad!!
Pardesi Land, Phoren Accent!
Think it's hard to be the oh-so-cool host? Think again
Your weekly horoscope is here
2018: The Year of Fresh Beginnings (Yearly Horoscope)
Weekly horoscope: 1-7 December
Your weekly horoscope: May 12 to 18
Your weekly horoscope: May 5 to 11
Weekly horoscope: April 28 to May 4
Weekly horoscope: March 17 to 23
Weekly Horoscope: March 3 - 9
Your Weekly horoscope: February 17 to 23
Your weekly horoscope: February 10 to16
Sofia Vergara is Forbes' highest paid actress of 2020
Rajasthani folk singer Mame Khan: Something universal in old folk tunes
How technology has changed classical music
Baisakhi: Punjabi singers to hold online musical session for fans
Prateek Kuhad's song in Barack Obama's top 35 songs list
Dhvani's 'Vaaste' crosses 500 mn views in 4 months
Sufi Singer Pyarelal Wadali of Wadali Brothers passes away
Satta Vairowalia's '7 Jaaniya' an ode to women in his life
'The Black Prince' live in New Zealand
Satta Vairowalia set to return with 'Guarantee'
Rahat mesmerises house-full audience in Auckland
AR Rahman to perform live in Auckland this October
Coldplay-led Global Citizen Festival: High on glam, music, social cause
Femina Miss India 2020 goes digital
COVID-19 effect: Oscars 2021 might get delayed
'Vatt Thi Gujarati' concert to resonate the essence of Gujarati language
A legend of a production (Review)
Chinmaya youth set to illuminate stage with 'The Legends of Shiva'
Diwali and Bandhi Chhorh Divas celebrated at Sikh temples around Auckland
Fusion of 'Folk and Sufi' wows Auckland
Watch: My kids are the hardest to explain to, says Amit Tandon
Ladies Cultural Night set to returns with better entertainment this year
Theatre review—Dara by Prayas
Taste of Puketapapa brings home the world on a platter
Gujarati Talent Show winner to take home $1000 cash prize
Bengalis favourite Durga Puja pandal-hopping goes virtual
Amazon to add live TV to Prime Video: Report
Sushant Singh Rajput death: Deepika highlights 'importance of reaching out'
Ridley Scott working on 'Gladiator' sequel
Subaru XV launched at Frankfurt
Isuzu to the rescue of St John
D-Max claims desert rally victory
10 reasons why D-Max is one tough ute
Isuzu D-Max the world's best 4WD ute
1.4 million kms and still going strong
The Beast now in New Zealand
Driving nirvana for the soul
In focus
24 Indian children nominated for International Children's Peace Prize
At 7, child prodigy honours literary legacy with first book
Language is the window to the soul
5 Reasons Rose Water is the BEST thing to happen to your hair
3 House plants EVERY beauty lover needs in their home
What is Jamsu? How does this Korean skincare hack TRANSFORM your oily skin?
Five screen-free ways to consume content
Pune scientists find remote galaxy
How setting aside some 'worry time' can help reduce anxiety over COVID-19 lockdowns
Gordon Ramsay: I would love to open my restaurant in India
Thank you all for the lovely wishes for our baby boy: Hardik
Lockdown diaries: Wisdom from authors in quarantine
Migrant Tales
Six places in New Zealand you never knew existed
A virtual backstage tour of Sydney Opera House
Would you dare to travel in 2020?
Over half of global airlines' passenger revenues at risk: IATA
A trip to Israel: Musings of a Kiwi-Indian journalist
Seniors of Auckland Indian Association make a trip to magical Alaska and Canadian rockies
Partying with the ghosts in Singapore
Pattaya mein bhi Mera Bharat Mahaan
Nat Geo documentary on Titanic to release next year
How inviting foreign delegates to the International Day of Yoga 2018 in India made a difference!
What's HOT at House of Travel Ponsonby
Face of the Week
Kritika Pandey wins Commonwealth Short Story Prize 2020
Rachit Kushwaha's 'Behind the Dreams' online show offers self-help advice from successful immigrants living in New Zealand
Living in NZ: A Chinese-descent Indian shares her unique cultural experience
One year after The Great Kiwi Bake Off: Did Kiwi-Indian mum get the jumpstart she was after?
'It's time to make some noise'
The young, up and coming musician-duo busting the myths
How to translate research into practice in competitive sports - A Book Review
Book Review: What does it take to be an International Citizen?
Nanette Nathoo: The community safety crusader
Heroes amongst us | Meet one of the only two Indian fire fighters in NZ
Kiwi-Indian among the finalists for Miss Universe NZ 2017
The face behind the masks
Apple launches four iPhone 12 series smartphones
This is how Google automatically predicts what you like to Search
New findings trigger hope for signs of life on asteroid Bennu
Scientists record top speed of sound at 36 km/second
Facebook slams Netflix, says 'The Social Dilemma' is distorted
Twitter giving people more control over conversations in India
Microsoft in 5G race - offers Azure cloud for telecom operators
How NASA is preparing astronauts for next moonwalks
Apple unveils Watch Series 6, cheaper Watch SE, iPad Air
Google expands AI-driven flood forecast to all of India, Bangladesh
Microsoft aims to buy entire TikTok, including India ops: Report
Samsung rejigs Galaxy ecosystem with 5 flagship devices
How hand hygiene is going beyond basics
5 ways to take care of eye health
Covid-19 virus 'survives on some surfaces for 28 days'
Covid-19: New global test will give results 'in minutes'
This World Heart Day, here are some tips to stay healthy at heart
Breathing problems key reason for not wearing masks: Study
8 risk factors that can lead to heart failure
9 nutrient deficiencies which are common in women
Here's your protein report card
Food to avoid before bedtime
Study shows clear link between obesity, Covid-19 severity
Asthma may not be significant risk factor for severe Covid-19
Celebrate International Coffee Day with these easy recipes
Lotus Seeds (Makhanas)
Sugar Free Cookies
Comfort in your plate with some easy noodles recipes
Ramadan Special : Savoury Iftaar dishes
Treat your sweet tooth with dessert recipes this Diwali
Chicken Mughlai
Paneer Butter Masala
Vegetable Seekh Kebab
How to steep the perfect cup of tea?
Lohri 2018: Bring Punjab to your dinner table with these easy and delicious special dishes!
Studying abroad in 2020? Read this
The downside of e-learning
Gardening: Welcome autumn by preparing new plantings
Simplifying maths for young minds at Mathematica
No response!
Zero + zero = zero!
Political correctness in job hunting
Decoding the cover letter
It's not what you know; It's 'who you know'
So, you think you are the victim?
Tips to combat back-to-school jitters
Welcome to Aotearoa, what next?
'Sita' preparing for defence services, 'Ram' works in bank
How a Hindi newspaper backed by Gandhi ignited freedom struggle in Mauritius
Native Indian games a promising supplement for kids with special needs
Nine unique breathing techniques to practice
A unique underground library has 900,000 books in Rajasthan
Yoga for holistic health
Vastu Myths Debunked
Book captures brilliance of Ranjit Singh's polity, rule
"We wish all a very happy Shravan Maas," Shri Radha Krishna Temple
Jindan – The Indomitable Maharani of Punjab
10 Spiritual Things You Should Do During Ramadan
Delegates hail Kaivalyadham Yoga Institute in Maharashtra
Election 2020: Has Judith Collins been served well by National's key tacticians and strategists?
Auckland Properties Sales Numbers Rise Significantly, But Price Rises Slow
New Zealand and the Covid-19 vaccine
First Leaders' debate: Judith improvised progressively, but Ardern held her ground
Does govt have accurate data on who qualifies as "normally resident work visa holders" currently stuck overseas?
Comment: Why I am proud of NZ for dealing with Christchurch mosque attack the way it did
COVID 19's influence on the life of temporary visa holders - "Several touching but unanswered facts"
Second wave of Covid-19 in NZ: Undeterred Jacinda Ardern holds nerve and continues with elimination strategy
Opinion: Overseas visa suspensions signal the death knell of the immigration system
OPINION: Latest Visa changes short-sighted and will detriment employers and migrants
Health Minister resigns: Govt finally chooses to play by the "playbook."
Maskless: The story of America's COVID-19 apocalypse
OPINION | Party Vote National for your future and your economy: Kanwaljit Bakshi
OPINION | Only National can get New Zealand back on track: Kanwaljit Bakshi
OPINION | Let's Keep Moving: Michael Wood
Iconic Lagaan movie song roped in by Electoral Commission to encourage Kiwi Indians for voting
Opinion | Labour's five-point plan to keep New Zealand moving: Priyanca Radhakrishnan
OPINION | What's needed right now is National's plan to grow the economy, give businesses the confidence to invest, grow, protect and create jobs: Parmjeet Parmar
Opinion | Rebuilding our economy together: Michael Wood
Election 2020 Leaders' debate: Jacinda Ardern and Judith Collins vie for public's 'rose'
Opinion | Michael Wood: Labour – for stability and a plan
OPINION: Labour's track record and vision for New Zealand
OPINION | National working for Kiwis: Kanwaljit Singh Bakshi
Second wave of Covid-19 in NZ: Govt's resurgence plan needs to be remarkably different
Maori Language Week: Can ethnic migrant communities' languages follow the same path of survival in NZ
Grim forebodings as 15 March Anniversary approaches
From Pacific to Indo-Pacific: NZ govt affirms commitment in most unambiguous manner
Community reception for Team India in Wellington: Cricket revered as a great enhancer of bilateral ties
Unwelcome verbal fireworks mar Diwali
International students left in limbo again: A sordid underbelly of export education
Has New Zealand finally shed its reticence toward 'Indo-Pacific'?
Is there anything in common in Bangladesh, Indian and South Africa's cricketing trajectory?
Wellbeing Budget is all well – but realpolitik shows
Everest needs an urgent solution!
With great power comes great responsibility
Will social media, and not climate change, be Jacinda's new nuclear-free moment?
India specials
INTERVIEW - Fiji, India share deep and enduring ties: Fijian envoy
US election outcome won't affect ties with India: Senior official
Five books by Indian authors that you must read
Golden Temple langar gets big donation from Canada India Foundation
Covid-19 could fulfil a long-standing Kiwi-Indian dream
US says 'ongoing threats' came up in consultations, but India silent on it
India's China Challenge
I see online community being hurtful to each other: Ratan Tata
Post-Covid paradigm shifts in business management
A cricketing record that'll never be broken
India's 71st Republic Day: Saluting the diaspora-connection with the 'idea of India'
How Modi changed (and changed) the demonetisation narrative
Reader say
The gift of confidence!
Are you getting bullied...?
The secret of friendship
Discourse of the Diaspora
Readers Speak: When was the last road trip you took?
Readers speak: What are your thoughts about the brutal killing of Indian bus driver in Australia?
Crime, safety and race relations in New Zealand
Standing for working people and employers
Make your Zakat Count
From the Form to the Formless (1926 - 2011)
Dhoni: The man who defied logic
Guy Fawkes Day – the Kiwi spin on Diwali
20 million girls may never return to school, warns Malala
A guide to women's health after 40
Anne Hathaway quits drinking believes parenting the right way
Eating lots of rice may advance start of menopause
How not to impress a woman (The funny side)
NZ PM Jacinda Ardern's pregnancy is an inspiration for all working-mums
Mothers work more, dads spends more leisure time: Study
The rise of 'freemales'
How WhatsApp is giving wings of freedom to housewives
Three Kiwi women honoured at the Women Economic Forum 2016
From our heart to yours—I am Woman launched
I am strong, I am invincible, I am Woman
Immigration news
UK student applications: A look at flexibility in visa rules
Minister saying "disgruntled Indians go home" is not good look on this government of compassion
No immediate respite for deported Indian students who took sanctuary in Auckland Unitary Church
The migration magician
A.R.M.S Manukau Team are offering a range of workshops
A call for ethnic Kiwis to leadership
A.R.M.S Manukau Team are offering a range of workshops
Work and live in New Zealand permenantly
Work Visa - Working Temporarily in New Zealand
New Parent Category - Process
Working temporarily in New Zealand
Know the law
LINZ response to the Indian Weekender's story of resident migrants ineligibility to buy homes
Staying alert prevents mishaps
Foreign buyers continue to snap up NZ land and houses
Personal Grievance
Drink Drive and Limited Licences - A Review
Traffic Offences – EBA (Drink Drive Charge – Second time)
Know about Limited Licence or Work Licence
Traffic Offences - Drinking and driving
What are your rights when being questioned by the police?
Hockey stick in a car. Legal or illegal?
What does the story of the first Pakeha-Sikh New Zealander tell us about Sikhism faith in New Zealand?
Playtime with dad improves children's self-control
Savour the flavour of each culture
Is it fine not to fine?
Bridging the cultural barrier
Early habits to prepare for Ramadan
The colour of your community
Bilingual and Multicultural
Love thy neighbour as your family
Is race dependent on space?
United we integrate
Sanju trailer
Pareshaan Parinda
Kangana Ranaut in Aap ki Adalat
SRK answers questions
Salman Khan talks to Indian Weekender
Victoria and Abdul trailer
Jagga Jasoos trailer
Tubelight trailer
Vinod Khanna in an old interview
Viceroy's house, movie trailer
Celebs leave for Da Bang tour
Hindi Medium trailer
Mumbai street food $100 challenge
World's spiciest curry
Kerala street food
Mumbai street food
Real Indian food in Delhi
Gordon Ramsay's Top 5 Indian Dishes
Hyderabad street food
Rasgulla Recipe
Cooking Doas
Paani Puri recipe
Medu wada
Masala papad
Huawei Nova 5T - Unboxing & Review
Huawei P30 Pro's camera is set to rewrite the rules of photography!!
Huawei P30 Pro Unboxing and Review
Controversial Lamb advertisement
Interview with Satta Vairowalia
Indians and Pakistanis taste test
Priyanka Chopra interview
Sundar Pichai - Googles new CEO
An eye-pad for the blind
Nandita Das - Dark is beautiful
India 2011 : BBC TV Debate
Obama observes Diwali
Paragliding fail
Early 20s vs Late 20s
What not to do a restaurant
Mummy ki call
Queues in India
Headless man prank
Punjabi Despacito
Amit Tandon on Mobile phones and Whatsapp
Indian middle class symbols - Amit Tandon
How Indians fight
Traffic in Delhi - Amit Tandon
Bhai ho
Hall of Fame
Hall of fame 2018
Kiwi Indian Hall of Fame - 2017
Sukhi Turner former mayor of Dunedin
Hall of Fame 2016 - Performance by Belly dancing troupe
Hall of Fame 2016 - Performance by Nasha
Hall of Fame 2016 - Performance by Arabella
Hall of Fame 2016 - Performance by Amrita Bhende deSouza
Hall of Fame 2016 - Speech by Rt Hon PM, John Key
Hall of Fame 2016 - Winner of the Unsung hero of the year, Ramesh Patel
Hall of Fame 2016 - Young achiever of the year Dr Malvindar Singh-Bains
Highlights of the Kiwi Indian Hall of Fame 2016
Hall of Fame 2016 - Winner of the Hall of Fame award, Dr CS Benjamin
India specials
The Parsi community
Vande Mataram
Mumbaicha Raja
A Tribute To Classic Indian Ads
India launches a record 104 satellites
Mexican ambassador's rickshaw
Social experiment on republic day
Dance on Flight to celebrate Republic Day
The Demonetization circus
The making of PM Modi's wax sculpture
An extra large dosa
Yuvraj Singh and Hazel Keech wedding ceremony
Purbayan Chatterjee and Rhythm Shaw - First train out
'Kattey' - Ram Sampath, Bhanvari Devi, Hard Kaur
Kattey - Coke Studio @ MTV Season 3
Sawan Mein featuring Jasmine Sandlas
Despacito Remix - India Dance Video
Yaara by AR Rahman
Shape of you Bhangra mix
Tu Hi Tha - Shirley Setia
#F8 The Fate of the Furious Official Trailer!
Chaiya Chaiya / Don't stop
I Can't Make You Love Me
Priyanka Chopra - In my city
New Zealand
Auckland's Misfire Gang has a message for Kiwi Indians to vote in #Election2020
Indian Weekender speaks with Ankur Sharma from Business Launchpad about Tax-related matters #IWK
Huawei P30 Pro Unboxing & Review
NZ survivor describes chasing terrorist away
Immigration NOW Episode 2 | The Show about NZ Immigration | Post Study Work Visa (Employer Assisted)
Immigration NOW Episode 1 | The Show About NZ Immigration | Essential Skills Work Visa
A Day Out With a Firefighter
Interview with Satta Vairowalia
Crown Superette robbery
Immigration in NZ
AR Rahman in conversation with IWK
Shoplifted 8 times in 3 years
Rescue work at the PIA crash site
Face of the Week- Anchal Mawah | Live Jamming Session
Choreography Gaurav N Chandni
Carpool singing in 4 languages
Manjit Singh superhuman strength
Groom sings for his bride
Tabla with Tap dancing
Juggling while solving 3 Rubik cubes
Russia's got talent
Sir Ravi the juggler
Just dance 2011
Extreme train stunts
World record Bollywood dance class
Photo Gallery
Kiwi Indian Hall of Fame 2017
Da Bang Tour NZ
Kiwi Indian Hall of Fame 2016- Gala event
Kiwi Indian Hall of Fame 2015
Fusion Music Concert
Holi 2012
Budget 2010
R-Day diamond jubilee 2010
Wellington City
Samoa Tsunami
Gandhi Jayanti and Tagore Library inauguration
Face of India Photo exhibition
Santa comes to Nadi: Paul Ross, founder of Pacific Kids, organises for a Christmas party for the children at Loloma House
Auckland Diwali Festival 2014
Holi 2014
Kim Dotcom launches new music album
Diwali Festival 2013, Auckland
Satya Sai Baba 85th Birthday Celebrations
What Diwali means to me
Indian food festival
Diwali in Auckland City
Navratri 2009
Obama's Visit to India
Sachin Tendulkar
Indian Food
Glimpses of India
Live Shows
Kiwi Indian of the year - 2014
Kiwi Indian of the year - 2013
Holi hues of Auckland
Delhi Couture Week
Gurus of Indian Classical music
Politicking Animals
Election Fever- National Party
13th Annual IIFA Awards 2012
Cannes Film Festival 2012
Cannes Film Festival 2012
Indian Air Force Day 2010 celebrations
Indian Weekender presents Shreya Ghoshal
Sharukh Khan's house - Mannat
Bangalore edge out Mumbai in IPL tie
Kohli then tried to take Bangalore forward with Mandeep Singh (14 off 10) however, medium-pacer Hardik Pandya's double blow in the 17th over put the hosts on the back-foot.
IPL: Hyderabad beat Rajasthan to claim top spot
Both Chennai and Punjab are on 10 points, with only the net run rate separating the two teams.
IPL: Punjab pip Delhi by four runs in nail-biting contest
Meagre contributions by Punjab skipper Ravichandran Ashwin (6 runs off 7 balls), Andrew Tye (3) and with the help of 14 extra runs, Punjab managed to put 143
IPL: Kings XI Punjab beat Sunrisers Hyderabad by 15 runs
First, Chris Gayle's unbeaten 104-run knock helped Punjab posted a mammoth 193/3 and then, its bowlers managed to restrict the visitors to 178/4 in their allotted 20 overs.
New Zealand
IPL: Punjab end Chennai's winning run
For Chennai, Shardul Thakur and Imran Tahir scalped two wickets each.
Hyderabad edge-past Mumbai Indians in last over thriller
Put in to bat, Mumbai started off on a bad note as skipper Rohit Sharma (11) departed in the second over with just 11 runs on the board.
Latest stories
World's first public Diwali event for 2020 held at Porirua Mall in Wellington
Electric bus trial begin in East Auckland
Auckland's new economic and cultural agency named "Auckland Unlimited"
Telangana Jagruthi host a mega Bathukamma celebration in Auckland
'Bommai Golu': Auckland family opens home for public to display beautiful dolls and figurines as part of traditional Tamil festival
INTERVIEW - Fiji, India share deep and enduring ties: Fijian envoy
Auckland city businesses see increase in spending
Indian-origin New York cop called hero for disarming alleged killer while off-duty
Fiji's request to join travel bubble acknowledged
Priority remains to keep Fiji COVID safe
Mike Pompeo departs from India after conclusion of India-US 2+2 Ministerial dialogue
Housing boom could get worse, economist warns
Wellington Diwali rejuvenates spirit of community, festivity, and celebrations
New York honors Punjabi community, co-names street as Punjab Avenue
US Senate confirms Trump nominee Amy Coney Barrett to Supreme Court
New Free Career Service Available Nationwide
Your Comprehensive List Of Things To Do In West Auckland
Growers Employment Expo In Hawke's Bay
REVIEW - Mirzapur 2: Back to the boondocks (Rating: * * *)
Jim Sarbh: Don't think we give credit to all pieces that go into a film
Melbourne Covid19 lockdown restrictions to be eased
National Party post-election review to look at campaign and past three years in opposition
UK migrant appeals for exemption: 'NZ social workers are stretched'
Labour Day weekend road toll: Driver dies after crash in Tokomaru
How hand hygiene is going beyond basics
Most popular content of this month
Tuesday, October 13, 2020
Bollywood's Diwali all about small films this year
Monday, October 12, 2020
World news
Australia's media code will set a dangerous precedent: Google
Sunday, October 18, 2020
Election 2020
National's Gerry Brownlee admits he made a 'huge mistake' during electioneering
Wednesday, October 21, 2020
'Sita' preparing for defence services, 'Ram' works in bank
Tuesday, October 13, 2020
New Zealand
Covid-19: 'NZ is in an advantageous position' - WHO spokesperson


text: Scientists have concluded the checkout period for NASA's Hubble Space Telescope and now are revealing images showcasing the power of the much-improved observatory. In this zoom sequence, one of Hubble's new instruments, the Wide Field Camera 3 (WFC3), sets its eyes on a stellar nursery located 7,500 light-years away in the Carina Nebula. The pillar of gas and dust in the WFC3 visible-light image seems to glow from hot, massive stars in the vicinity. In the WFC3 infrared-light image, the dusty pillar becomes practically invisible, revealing an infant star blasting out a jet of material, evidence of new stars being born.


text:
LOS ANGELES (thefutoncritic.com) -- ABC has renewed its reality tentpole "Dancing With the Stars" for the 2012-13 season while "Shark Tank" and "The Bachelor" are also due back.
Said developments aren't much of a surprise, particularly for "Shark Tank" which bested its Friday rival "Undercover Boss" on CBS for the first time among adults 18-49 last week. A midseason entry the past two seasons, "Shark Tank" will return this fall with a full season order.
Meanwhile, "Dancing With the Stars" - despite some series lows in recent weeks - remains a top 20 draw in the key demographic while "The Bachelor" grew to season highs for its finale in its most recent cycle.


text: https://cdn.earthdata.nasa.gov/conduit/upload/5182/KeywordsCommunityGuide_Baseline_v1_SIGNED_FINAL.pdf9.1.52020-10-09 14:08:32 ARGO ARGO is a broad-scale global array of temperature/salinity profiling floats, known as Argo, is planned as a major component of the ocean observing system. Deployment began in 2000. Conceptually, Argo builds on the existing upper-ocean thermal networks, extending their spatial and temporal coverage, depth range and accuracy, and enhancing them through addition of salinity and velocity measurements. The name Argo is chosen to emphasize the strong complementary relationship of the global float array with the Jason altimeter mission. For the first time, the physical state of the upper ocean will be systematically measured and assimilated in near real-time. Objectives of Argo fall into several categories. Argo will provide a quantitative description of the evolving state of the upper ocean and the patterns of ocean climate variability, including heat and freshwater storage and transport. The data will enhance the value of the Jason altimeter through measurement of subsurface vertical structure (T(z), S(z)) and reference velocity, with sufficient coverage and resolution for interpretation of altimetric sea surface height variability. Argo data will be used for initialization of ocean and coupled forecast models, data assimilation and dynamical model testing. A primary focus of Argo is seasonal to decadal climate variability and predictability, but a wide range of applications for high-quality global ocean analyses is anticipated. The initial design of the Argo network is based on experience from the present observing system, on newly gained knowledge of variability from the TOPEX/Poseidon altimeter, and on estimated requirements for climate and high-resolution ocean models. Argo will provide 100,000 T/S profiles and reference velocity measurements per year from about 3000 floats distributed over the global oceans at 3-degree spacing. Floats will cycle to 2000 m depth every 10 days, with a 4-5 year lifetime for individual instruments. All Argo data will be publicly available in near real-time via the GTS, and in scientifically quality-controlled form with a few months delay. Global coverage should be achieved during the Global Ocean Data Assimilation Experiment, which together with CLIVAR and GCOS/GOOS, provide the major scientific and operational impetus for Argo. The design emphasizes the need to integrate Argo within the overall framework of the global ocean observing system. International planning for Argo, including sampling and technical issues, is coordinated by the Argo Science Team. Nations presently having Argo plans that include float procurement or production include Australia, Canada, France, Japan, U.K., and U.S.A., plus a European Union proposal. Combined deployments from these nations are expected to exceed 700 floats per year by 2002. Broad participation in Argo by many nations is anticipated and encouraged either through float procurement, logistical support for float deployment, or through analysis and assimilation of Argo data. For more information, link to "http://www.argo.ucsd.edu/"