text: KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER in the Faculty of Economics and Commerce OCTOBER 2008 We aim to develop close and mutually beneficial relationships with business, government, the not-for- profit sector and the professions, both nationally and internationally. These relationships underpin our position as a leading Economics and Commerce Faculty in the region and one of the best in the world. Professor Margaret Abernethy, Dean Faculty of Economics and Commerce Here are some recent examples of Knowledge Transfer in the Faculty of Economics and Commerce. Minimising Commodity Trading this year. The paper, as presented there, can be found at http://nzae.org.nz/conferences/2008/110708/nr1215387746.pdf Speculation during Turbulent If you are interested in the updated version please contact Paul Kofman at email@example.com Market Conditions Hurricanes and Energy Derivatives – a volatile mix Faculty Facts Prof Paul Kofman of the Dept of Finance investigated natural gas derivatives trading during the hurricane Katrina season in the USA in 2006, and compared the efficiency and price Entrepreneurs Week discovery contribution of online and floor-based trading Entrepreneurs Week, 15 August – 19 August 2008 systems. The research revealed evidence of the fragility of online trading platforms when markets move very fast According to Amir Nissen, President of Student Entrepreneurs and prices are excessively volatile. In such turbulent market at the University of Melbourne "Our aim was to showcase conditions, floor trading seems to be preferable by some young entrepreneurs and make students more aware disseminating information in a more structured, less of the opportunities that entrepreneurship offers. Ideally, we emotive, order flow. wanted the event to focus greater attention on the role of entrepreneurship in society and inspire people to pursue The lack of regulation and oversight of online trading their own dreams. I would like to see Entrepreneurs Week platforms, potentially leading to excessive market embraced by students at large. It would be great to be able to speculation and price volatility, has been noted repeatedly run this across all Victorian, or even all Australian Universities." by the regulated organized exchanges. The US congress has so far been reluctant to include these exempt commodity Modelled on a similar event at Stanford University, markets under a single regulatory umbrella. Entrepreneurs Week 2008 was an initiative of Student Entrepreneurs, sponsored by the Melbourne Graduate School The research in this paper highlights one (significant) event of Management and other public and private sector sponsors. where this lack of regulation caused significant market The aim of Entrepreneurs Week was to raise awareness of the disruption spreading well beyond the online trading platform significance of, and pathways to, innovation and entrepreneur- itself. The research has also provided a regulatory signalling ship in the 21st century. Moreover, it highlighted the value tool. The market information share estimates can potentially that the University places on working with all stakeholders reveal 'unusual' price patterns indicative of market failure, in educating the next generation of ethical innovators and thereby allowing the regulator to intervene in a more timely entrepreneurs. fashion. The findings of the research will contribute to regulatory policy making by informing the debate on the Events of the week included round table discussions, merits and disadvantages of online derivatives trading presentations and an 'apprentice-style' competition, the platforms, to prevent excessive speculation and artificial Innovator's Challenge, which challenged students to think price hikes. outside the box and create as much value as possible using an assigned everyday object: paper cups. Speakers included These findings were presented at the Australian Statistical academics, industry experts and current students. Conference 2008, in Melbourne on 1 July 2008, and at the Econometric Society Australasian Meeting 2008, in Wellington Through this event, the Melbourne Graduate School of on 5 July 2008. The paper was co-authored with David Management took a lead role in exemplifying the resources Michayluk from the UTS and James Moser from the US available within the University in relation to supporting Commodity Futures Trading Commission, the federal regulatory knowledge transfer and thought leadership in this emerging organisation for organised commodity derivatives trading. field of management. Professor Paul Kofman presented the relevant paper at the To read more about Student Entrepreneurs at the University ESAM2007 Conference in Wellington, New Zealand in July of Melbourne, please visit their website www.eweek.agentsofchange.com.au/ 1 New HILDA Survey Contract The Australian Government has awarded the contract to manage the Household, Income and Labour Dynamics in Australia (HILDA) Survey for another 4 years to the Melbourne Institute of Applied Economic and Social Research. For the last 8 years, the Melbourne Institute of Applied Economic and Social Research has been responsible for the design and administration of the HILDA Survey, as well as the production, dissemination and promotion of public use data sets from the survey. That role will now continue for at least another 4 years, with the Australian Government recently announcing, following a competitive tender process, that it was awarding the HILDA Survey contract for Publish or Perish waves 9 to 12 (covering the years 2009 to 2012) to the Melbourne Institute. Professor Anne-Wil Harzing of the Department of Management and Marketing has a long-standing research interest in the Australia's first and only large-scale nationally representative household measurement of research quality. panel survey, the HILDA Survey is one Since 2000 she has provided a journal ranking list on her website of Australia's largest research projects (www.harzing.com/jql.htm) that registers between 3,000-5,000 page hits each in the social sciences. Undertaken month and is used by many universities in their research evaluation process. The in collaboration with the Australian Journal Quality List is now in its 32nd edition and has received nearly 30 citations Government Department of Families, in ISI-indexed journals (plus many more in non-ISI indexed journals). Housing, Community Services and In October 2006 this was complemented by Publish or Perish. Harzing's Publish Indigenous Affairs, but also involving or Perish is a software program that retrieves and analyses academic citations. It significant input from many other uses Google Scholar to obtain the raw citations, then analyses these and presents government agencies, the survey has a wide range of citation metrics. Since it was introduced late October 2006, the been following a large sample of relevant web page (www.harzing.com/pop.htm) has received more than 250,000 Australians (over 19,000 persons) page hits, currently registering 15,000 – 20,000 hits per month. The program is used through time. Its broad objective is to by academics all over the world to prepare for job and tenure applications, research collect data to assist researchers and evaluations and literature reviews. The program is also being used internationally by policy-makers to understand how the funding organisations, consultancy firms and research institutes at major industrial lives of Australians have been changing corporations. Many international funding organisations in the US and Europe now and to identify the factors driving change. specify using Publish or Perish for grant applications. The survey primarily focuses on income Publish or Perish has been visited by users in 189 countries throughout the world, and wealth, labour market experience including Vatican City. The highest proportion of users come from the USA, Great and and family life. It also collects Britain, France and Australia. significant information about health, something that is set to expand in wave Publish or Perish has been mentioned in hundreds of different blogs and library 9 with the inclusion of a special health information pages as well as the online edition of the Hindu newspaper (India's module. The plan is to include this national newspaper) and was prominently featured on the front page of the module every 4 years. Australian Higher Education supplement in January 2008. It is also frequently discussed on the forum pages of the Chronicle Higher Education, the main source Under the stewardship of the HILDA for Higher Education news in the USA Survey team within the Melbourne Institute, the project has flourished. Publish or Perish has received praise from hundreds of organisations world-wide The number of licensed users of the including the Centre national de la recherche scientifique which wrote, data surpassed the 1000 mark this year, 'I would like to thank you for the remarkable work you have done with Publish with the number of published academic or Perish. I have introduced all the members of our laboratory to it and we all journal articles that have used the data run your program.' close to 150. More importantly, the data are widely used in government, with and Boston College, 'Anne-Wil, I just want to thank you for the brilliant job you our around 40% of all licensed users have done on this. It will be a huge help for a lot of people going up for employed by government departments promotion and a lot of promotion and tenure committees.' and agencies. More information on the HILDA survey can be found at www.melbourneinstitute.com/hilda/ 2 Management & Marketing students with big ideas solve problems for Family Mail House High achieving students in the Department of Management and Marketing recently completed a rare opportunity; consulting on real case work for an Australian business. The Case-Based Challenge run in the 'Principles of Marketing' subject allowed students to put into real-life practice the concepts they had learnt in the lecture theatre, helping solve weekly issues for Family Mail House (FMH). FMH is one of Left to right: Alicia Glenane-Antoniadis (the moderator of the the longest established mail houses in Victoria. The company CBC), Joan Glenane (the director of the FMH) and Marie Coson has seen and adapted to a number of industry changes. (first prize winner). Maria was awarded a $100 Myer gift voucher, opportunity for employment with FMH and a certificate of Australia Post's introduction of barcoded mail in 1999 was one achievement. of the greatest industry challenges to date. Impressively, FMH was the first mail house to lodge barcoded mail in Victoria. It is also one of Australia Post's few select Bulk Mail Partners. It's the first time the challenge has been run, and while the program is not assessed, the most realistic and comprehensive responses at the end of the semester were chosen as winners. Students received prizes and the opportunity to complete further work experience with the company. Dr Angela Paladino, who developed and oversaw the web-based challenge, says the experience was both unique and invaluable for the students. "The Case-Based Challenge gave students the opportunity to apply what they learnt each week and address realistic challenges faced by the companies in the marketplace. Left to right: Sue Lim (the runner-up) received her award of two It also provided students with comprehensive, regular tickets to a Village Gold Class Cinema, opportunity for feedback so they could improve their problem-solving skills." employment with FMH and a certificate of achievement. Joan Glenane, a director of Family Mail House, expressed her sincere thanks to the students who participated for their Dr Paladino says that the types and sizes of companies ideas. "Student responses were comprehensive, objective that will participate in the challenge will be deliberately and insightful, providing the company with a fresh varied from semester to semester, and she is currently perspective". looking for a large multinational conglomerate to Marie Coson and Sue Lim were judged to have presented participate in the next challenge. If you are interested in the best solutions to the company out of 66 submissions. having the next generation of bright young marketing All students who participated were formally acknowledged minds present fresh solutions to your company, please for their efforts by FMH. Well done to all of the students contact Dr Angela Paladino at who participated. firstname.lastname@example.com. Alumni Refresher Lecture series 2008 On the 13th, 20th & 27th August the inaugural Alumni Refresher Lecture series was held. Each evening two leading academics provided an update on recent developments and research within the Faculty in the areas of finance, economics, management and marketing. The issues that were addressed ranged from the challenges and benefits of innovation, inflation targeting, the opportunities and challenges of real options analysis and investment appraisal. This format of two 45-minute lectures provided an opportunity for graduates to hear about the recent research that has been conducted in various areas within the faculty as well as an opportunity to network socially and professionally with other Alumni. Its aim was also to nurture an environment that supports the continuing involvement of our Alumni in the life of the University and to contribute to the life long learning of our graduates. For information on future Alumni events, please visit www.ecom.unimelb.edu.au/alumni/events.html 3 Melbourne GSM Global Women's Legal Services Mobility Program to Kuala Victoria Case Study Bank Lumpur Dr Prakash Singh of the Department of Management and Marketing and Dr Martin Davies from the Teaching The Melbourne GSM ran its second Global Mobility and Learning Unit ran the first of several Case Study Program to Kuala Lumpur from the 12 – 25 July. Workshop for the lawyers of the Women's Legal 18 high achieving Masters students from across the Service Victoria (WLSV) in September. Melbourne GSM successfully completed the program The workshop was the official beginning of the development accompanied by Dr Andre Sammartino from the of a vital case study bank for the WLSV. The WLSV is a non- Department of Management and Marketing. profit, voluntary organisation that provides legal assistance The program provided the students with valuable international to women who face issues such as domestic violence. work experience consulting on genuine business issues for The case study bank is crucial for the work that the Australian and Malaysian companies including an investment service does – lobbying governments, providing training, bank, an engineering firm, HR consultants and a convention making media comments and advising clients. centre. The projects ranged from marketing based projects After aiding the WLSV to obtain a grant from the Victorian to business development and system adaptation projects. Legal Service Board, Dr Singh and Dr Davies are now The students worked in teams and presented their findings providing the technical assistance with the delivery of the and recommendations to senior company executives on the project by providing training to employees of the WLSV to final day. The presentations were highly impressive, with the develop case study writing capability. companies very pleased with the calibre of the students and the hard work they put into their projects. Feedback from the Once this is done, Dr Singh and Dr Davies will design and companies indicated that they intended to implement some implement a storage and retrieval system whereby cases of the recommendations proposed by the students. Other can be easily accessed. Currently, the focus is on simple activities during the two-week program included a weekend written case studies, but may expand to include rich media sightseeing trip to Melaka and an introductory lecture series case studies. at exchange partner university, the University of Malaya. If this initiative is successful for WLSV, there is a strong This program offered an excellent opportunity for possibility that the model will be emulated by many of students to gain work experience and a global the other 50 legal services in the state, and the 200-plus perspective simultaneously. services in the rest of the country. Students who participated will benefit from having international work experience to add to their CV, something that employers value highly and helps the students differentiate themselves in the job market. Following the success of this program and the earlier pilot program to Bangkok in February, a new Global Business Practicum subject developed by the Melbourne Graduate School of Management and the Department of Management & Marketing has been developed which will run as an intensive subject in Summer and Winter terms. The dest- inations for 2009 will be Singapore and Bangkok in February and Kuala Lumpur and China (city to be confirmed) in July. For more information please contact Clare Harper, Left to right: Penny Drysdale (Law Reform and Policy Lawyer), Manager Student Experience, Melbourne Graduate Dr Prakash Singh, Gillian Dallwitz on the right (the CEO of the School of Management Women's Legal Service Victoria & Family Law Legal Service) and Dr Martin Davies. Contacts If you would like further information about the Faculty of Economics and Commerce Knowledge Transfer activities or how to get involved, please do not hesitate to contact: Brooke Young, Executive Director, Graduate School Telephone: 8344 2166 Email: firstname.lastname@example.com www.ecom.unimelb.edu.au/ faculty/knowledge_ transfer.html Events If you would like information on Knowledge Transfer events, please visit: www.knowledgetransfer.unimelb.edu.au/ 4


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In times of war (check), political and economic upheaval(check), and social tension (check), artists are in a unique position to stoke democracy and to put pressure on the state, or, as the case may be, the banks, the corporations, "the man", etc. "In my experience, when things are upside down," actress and writer Anna Deavere Smith said in a PBS interview in 2006, "there's an opening for a person like me. I think when things fall apart, [as an artist] you can see more and you can even be part of indicating new ways that things can be put together."
...but you would be wrong.
In what is probably the grossest understatement posted on this blog so far, these be tough times right now. With the hailstorm that is our economy, international policy, unemployment rate, climate change and much more, sometimes it's very difficult to be positive. While it's great to think globally, it's often beneficial to start and act locally. Futurefarmers is an art/design collective who demonstrate the power of doing just that.
I first learned about the French conceptual artist Sophie Calle from a friend who was dealing with a break-up. My friend and I both have obsessive personalities, and she was finding it impossible to wrap her mind around the end of her relationship. She was talking about trying to channel her experience into art when she brought up Sophie's work. I was fascinated by Sophie's ability to turn her personal obsessive tendencies into powerful art exhibits that are soul baring without being exploitative.
Thanks to Latoya Peterson's heads-up over at Racialicous:
Beacon Press is preparing to publish a graphic adaptation of Octavia Butler's, Kindred. Check out the details after the jump.
I just wanted to share that one of our super talented contributors, Jennifer Cruté (who appeared in the Dark Confession comics feature of the Noir Issue), features heavily in this lovely short documentary, KAPOW! The New Comic Book Heroines. Unfortunately, Current.com won't allow embedding of video, so just click on the still to view!

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Apple readying 60GB iPod
Toshiba today announced that it will offer a 60GB version of its 1.8-inch hard drive in the coming months and that Apple has already placed its order. Cindy Lee, deputy manager of Toshiba's hard disk drive division, said the drive will enter mass production during July or August. All three iPod models (15GB, 20GB and 40GB) use Toshiba drives, while the iPod mini uses a 4GB 1-inch drive from Hitachi. Lee noted that Toshiba is currently shipping 350,000 of the 1.8-inch drives per month to Apple.
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I'll help you get one, kid. In a well structured essay, please explain why you feel that one of us shoud donate $300 to you so you can have an iPod. If you have solid reasons, I'll send you an iPod. Oh, and it has to be at least 500 words. Just post it here.
Posted by Sam on June 2, 2004 at 11:16 AM (CDT)
And those words have to be spelled correctly, sentences be grammatically correct and I'll donate also.
Posted by honeybee1236 on June 2, 2004 at 11:34 AM (CDT)
Can Apple make the battery last longer instead of making a bigger capacity drive? Yes they can. I need to have a longer batter life span. arggggghhhhhhhhhh
Posted by toothpaste in NYC on June 2, 2004 at 11:44 AM (CDT)
is this essay open to anyone?
Posted by toothpaste in NYC on June 2, 2004 at 11:46 AM (CDT)
With regard to the battery, there is no reason with current technology that battery life cannot be improved substantially without increasing size (by substantially I mean 12 hours or even more is attainable). I agree that size is important—you're not going to see a 36 hour battery at the expensive of increasing the ipod's size—it's a critical part of the ipod's success.
Posted by dmt1 on June 2, 2004 at 11:46 AM (CDT)
me— Get a savings account and put your allowance in there. Start mowing neighbors lawns, babysitting, etc and SAVE the money…
I didn't just get my ipod handed to me… I had to do 15+ hours of compositing video effects to get enough money to JUSTIFY paying for it, before I bought it.
Just cause some of us are adults doesn't mean we have giant bank accounts and are willing to sponsor a kid's music habit…
Aside from that… This better be a video Ipod they're aiming for, because I don't want another model ipod. I want some innovation. QT video has always looked better to me than WMV videos, and if apple jumped on this, I'd buy one, super quick.
Posted by ajservo on June 2, 2004 at 12:16 PM (CDT)
I just got a 40GB iPod on MONDAY!!! I really cant believe this…
Posted by ipodphreak on June 2, 2004 at 1:41 PM (CDT)
I share your pain—the 40g came out within days of me getting my 30g.
Sixty-frickin'-gigs! I could re-burn all of my CD's in the lossless setting.
Posted by Piranhahaha on June 2, 2004 at 1:46 PM (CDT)
Why I deserve an ipod
Hello I am ME I came to Canada in July, 2001. When I came here I was new and I didn
Posted by ME on June 2, 2004 at 1:46 PM (CDT)
60Gigabytes? I'd better start doing some more illegal downloads!
Posted by Stylescraper on June 2, 2004 at 1:49 PM (CDT)
tear…..as for the size….kinda upset since my 40 only has one gig left….o well…cant have evverything in the world can we "me"!!!!!
good luck and where did you emigrate from?(not familiar with a rupee)
Posted by rivlinm on June 2, 2004 at 1:59 PM (CDT)
PAkistan, Asia
Posted by Me on June 2, 2004 at 2:02 PM (CDT)
heh… "me"
Posted by XBarbarian on June 2, 2004 at 2:08 PM (CDT)
i did migrate from Pakistan, and when i said the size i meant the ohysical size not the harddrive
Posted by Me on June 2, 2004 at 2:12 PM (CDT)
Posted by Me Too on June 2, 2004 at 2:14 PM (CDT)
'ME too' i hope you could get your ferari but what the point of making fun of someones elses wishes
Posted by ME on June 2, 2004 at 2:24 PM (CDT)
Sam and Honey bee i got the S.A done read it plz
Posted by ME on June 2, 2004 at 2:26 PM (CDT)
60 gigs? WHO HAS 60 gigs of music, unless you run a radio station? Apple has other plans for the ipod i'm sure.
Posted by ahMEmon on June 2, 2004 at 2:42 PM (CDT)
WHO HAS 60 gigs of music
I have 650GB of mp3s online. I can't wait until I can carry it all around with me in my pocket. The server it currently sits in weighs around 100 pounds.
Posted by Supersize It! on June 2, 2004 at 3:06 PM (CDT)
Hey "Me Too": Give the kid a break!
Posted by Greg on June 2, 2004 at 3:06 PM (CDT)
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Le Papillon on the Park - discrimination case
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Just wanted to bring this to chowhounders' attention in case you hadn't seen this.
"Human rights tribunal found that workers at Le Papillon on the Park had been forced to eat pork, mocked for speaking Bengali, and threatened with firing." Some pretty serious issues.
re: Nevy
The article in the Star says the chef started as dishwasher and worked his way up, over 4 years. I don't understand why the owner would not include tasting in the chef's job description when promoted.
The human rights tribunals can be heavy handed and arbitrary, so hopefully this is not a biased judgement in a 'he said', 'she said' argument. A $100,000 fine would ruin most owners.
This will have repercussions in a few macho kitchens.0-
re: frogsteak
Aunty Julia often said, "Taste for seasoning with your impeccably clean spoon, used just once!"
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re: jayt90
As it should, jayt90. Whether restaurateurs like it or not, employment standards are coming to their workplace. I've said before and I'll say again, they're better off getting ahead of the curve before they're legislated into endless (and costly) courses on how to behave.
In this case, and assuming there was some substance which has yet to be fully proved, they can make tasting part of the job description. Then it becomes binary. They cannot hire someone whom they know cannot fully execute the job and then turn it into a hostile work environment in order to force compliance. That signage this restaurant is hanging should serve to remind all that they may be next to wear the hat in the corner.


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Riker Lynch (20)
Ross Lynch (16)
Rydel Lynch (18)
Rocky Lynch (17)
Ryland Lynch (14)
Aubrey Mercer (18) ~lynchs neighbors~
Ding Dong! That was the Lynch's door bell.Riker got up to go answer the door.
"Aubrey!" Riker yelled then started to laugh. Aubrey and the Lynch's have been friends since they were 2. They were like family.
"Riker!!" Aubrey laughed as she walked in. In the living room Ross,Rocky,and Ryland were playing halo while fighting over Red Vines.
"I'll take that" Aubrey walked over and took the big bucket of Red Vines from them.
"Gimmie my Red Vines back!" Ross shouted joking around.
" haha nope... They are all mine!" Aubrey replied running to the first step of the stairs.
Aubrey tried to keep it away from Ross which was nearly impossible. When ross got his Red Vines back Rydel came downstairs.
" hey Aubrey I'm ready, lets go to the mall" Rydel said walking toward the door.
" kk I'll be right there" Aubrey said grabbing her purse. " bye guys, bye Riker" she said smiling waving to the guys and hugging Riker goodbye.
BANG the door shut but Ross's focus was still at the door where Aubrey was standing. Riker looked at Ross in pure confusion.
"DUDE!" Riker yelled to snap him out of it. That didn't work. So Riker grabbed a mini water gun and sprayed at Ross.
" Woah!" Ross said falling off the side of the couch. "what was that for!?".
" you were staring into space wait a minute....... I know why you were staring like that" Riker said with a grin on his face.
"why?" Ross asked all nervously.
"You like Aubrey!" Riker said trying not to laugh.
Ross's face went cold.
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No Tracie, What is sad is your comprehension of this story. All news folks reported that WPD organized this search in a new search area and asked the students to come help as part of their training and to give them more sets of eyes looking. And VOILA , it worked. They found her. Still tragic. Prayers to her family. »
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Monday, 20 September 2010
I LOVE my new job rofl
Taking this job (ok, I had NO choice) was a BRILLIANT decision pmsl
It has EVERYTHING you could ask for:
Salary - with overtime, I COULD be looking a five figures this year (pass me the Porsche* lmao)
Work to do - NONE lol - only ONE person has come into the shop since I started. And I told him we were shut lol. He believed me!!!
HONEYS - AMAZING spot for a shop, with a BIG window. I am just staring at honeys walking past ALL DAY. Good timing too - schools are back lol MMMM school uniform lmao
Area Manager - BIT of a cock, but hardly ever visits. We have developed a DEGREE of trust too. He came in the other day and was being all cool, puffing away on one of those weird new new disposable electronic cigarettes, which he CLAIMED he is allowed to do inside since it's not a REAL cigarette - how was I supposed to know this? Anyway, I felt I was PERFECTLY within my rights to throw a mug of tea over this vapour device thingy when he put it down on the table - I did NOT want him burning the place down lol. I digress, aside from this ecigarette diversion, which he TOTALLY understood (me being safe rather than sorry) - he was generally behaving like he ran the place - which I guess he DOES lmao. Anyways, he caught me in the store room watching the Pursuit of Happiness and I was crying (do NOT judge me on this until you've seen the movie). In order to cover my tracks I CLAIMED that I was crying cos I'd just heard that Nan was dead. This was and IS very awkward since I live with my Nan and she drops me off and picks up up every day.
This was a POTENTIAL problem, but last night I snuck out in the night and coloured in Nan's car windows with a sharpie. Now whenever she drops me off in her Audi TT I just say it's my NEW gf lol. They will NEVER find out.
Feel a bit bad, mind, but you never know, she MAY die soon anyway
RIP rofl
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When you get the sack from this job you should become a bra salesman. It's the ideal occupation for a colossal tit.
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Or a Tampax salesman - something fit for cunts
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Bluckbuster eh?
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AptarGroup Achieves Record Quarterly Results; Plans To Increase Capacity For Aptar Stelmi And Also Expand Aptar's Latin American Presence
Hagge continued, "Our earnings, excluding any effects of our European Operations Optimization plan, improved due to the contribution from the Aptar Stelmi acquisition and the strength of our Pharma and Food + Beverage segments."
AptarGroup reported earnings per share of $1.31 compared to $1.24 a year ago. Charges related to the Company's EOO plan had a negative effect on earnings per share in 2013 of approximately $0.09, and prior year earnings per share included the negative effect of approximately $0.06 related to costs associated with the Stelmi acquisition. Year-to-date 2013 earnings per share, excluding the charges related to the EOO plan, were $1.40 and this compared to $1.30 per share for the same period a year ago when costs associated with the Stelmi acquisition are excluded from the prior year results.
AptarGroup announced plans to increase the capacity of its Aptar Stelmi business with a $26 million investment for expanded facilities, new equipment and upgraded technology over the next year. Aptar Stelmi, which was acquired by AptarGroup in July of 2012, is a European-based supplier of elastomer primary packaging components to the injectable drug delivery industry. Aptar Stelmi's products include syringe plungers, vial stoppers, and needle shields. Hagge stated, "Aptar Stelmi is benefiting from the growth in the injectable drug delivery industry and the current production facilities are nearly at full capacity. While our long-term objective is to establish a production facility closer to growing markets outside of Europe, our initial investment in capacity expansion will be at Aptar Stelmi's existing facilities in Europe. This will allow us to better serve our existing customers and integrate the new technology before we expand globally."
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"It's the biggest award I've ever received," said Halifax Circuit Judge Joel Cunningham as he accepted the 2013 Cora Tucker Award given annually by the local chapter of the NAACP."I loved Cora Tucker. She was a fearless fighter for justice for all. She just wanted to make things better for everybody," Cunningham told a gathering Tuesday at Jubilee Day, held at Banister Hill Baptist Church in Halifax. "She was a big idea person," he said. Cunningham is the fourteenth recipent of the award, established in memory of the late civil right leader and Halifax County native. The award has been presented at Jubilee Day by the local NAACP chapter since 2000. Cunningham, the first African-American to serve as a circuit judge in Halifax County, recalled witnessing Tucker as she made several appearances at the University of Virginia Law School while he was still a law student. Turning to the present, the judge appealed to those in attendance at the Jubilee Day celebration "to do something to save our young people." As a sitting judge, Cunningham said, he sees far too many young people brought before him — a disproportionate number of them young black males — who need more direction in their lives. He praised the members of the HYM (His Young Men) musical group who provided several musical selections for Tuesday's program. "My heart has been warmed by these young men's singing," he said, adding that he hopes they will set an example for how much young men can offer in today's society. Presenting Cunningham with the award was ougoing NAACP President Kevin L. Chandler, who was joined in the presentation by Betty Tucker, the daughter of Cora Tucker, and Cora's granddaughter, Ebony Guy. Guy told the audience that to her, Cora Tucker had simply been a mother and grandmother who wanted all the good things in life for her children and grandchildren. "She was my world and I never quite understood all those things that happened to her. So many have had to sacrifice and to struggle," Guy said, referring to the struggle for civil rights. She also remembered another person who was a recent recipient of the Cora Tucker Award, Virginia Hightower, who died in December. "She was so important to the recent presidential election, working so hard for President Obama." The first recipient of the Cora Tucker award was Laurietta Faulkner in 2000. In 2001 the Rev. Roger Ford received the award; in 2002, Leslie Hughes; in 2003, Gelois Miller and Sarah Baldwin; 2004, William Fitzgerald; 2005, Lewis Wilson; 2006, Walter Potts; 2007, William B. Claiborne; 2008, Cheryl B. Terry; 2009, Arthur Reynolds; 2010, Virginia Hightower and 2011, Shirley Chandler. Tell-a-Friend | Submit a Comment 704News & Record
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Mercedes-Benz M104 engine
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Overview | |
Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz AG |
Production | 1989-99 |
Combustion chamber | |
Configuration | Straight-6 (Except M104.900, refer VW VR6) |
Displacement | 2.8 litres (171 cu in) M104.94x 3.0 litres (183 cu in) M104.98x 3.2 litres (195 cu in) M104.99x 3.6 litres (220 cu in) M104.941 |
Cylinder bore | 88.50 mm (3.484 in) M104.98x |
Piston stroke | 80.20 mm (3.157 in) M104.98x |
Cylinder block alloy | Cast iron |
Valvetrain | DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder |
Compression ratio | 10:1 |
Combustion | |
Fuel system | Bosch KE-Jetronic electronically controlled, mechanical fuel injection |
Management | Electronic |
Fuel type | Gasoline |
Oil system | Wet sump |
Cooling system | Water cooled |
Output | |
Power output | 162 kW (217 hp) SAE J 1349 M104.98x |
Torque output | 265 N·m (195 lb·ft) @ 4600 RPM M104.98x |
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Predecessor | M 103 |
Successor | M 112 |
The Mercedes-Benz M104 was a straight-6 automobile engine produced from 1989 through 1999. It was a double overhead cam design with 4 valves per cylinder. It replaced the M103 and was replaced by the M112 V6 starting in 1997. The M104 continued in production until 1999 where its last use by Mercedes - Benz was in the W140 chassis.
2.8 L M104.900[edit]
Mercedes needed a compact 6 cylinder for their vans and asked Volkswagen if they could use the VR6 Golf/Jetta engine. An agreement was reached and the engines were sold semi completed to MB. Basically only the engine cover and aircleaner housing is by MB.
3.0 L M104.98x[edit]
This 3.0 L(2996cc) 24v DOHC was introduced as a sports car resp. top model completing the line-up of M103 12V engines. M103 and this engine were replaced by the later 2.8l and 3.2l versions of M104. It was found in the W124 300E-24 models, C124 300CE-24 models, T124 300TE-24 models and R129 300SL-24 models. The 3.0 L M104 produced 217 hp (162 kW) to 231 hp(without catalytic version) and features KE-Jetronic fuel injection, cylinder specific ignition-timing, variable valve timing and under-piston cooling jets. Due to the missing switchable induction pipes low end torque was quite poor.
2.8 L M104.94x[edit]
In 1993, two capacities replaced the 3.0 litre: a 2.8 litre replaced an old single-cam M103 engine and a 3.2 litre replaced a double-cam M104.98X. The 2.8 L M104 produced 193 hp (145 kW) at 5500 rpm. Max torque was 270 N·m or 199 ft/lbs at 3750 rpm. Lubrication system is pressure circulation lubrication. Amount of oil in engine was 7.5 litres (which was later revised to 7 litres) and amount of coolant in engine is 9 litres. The 2.8 features dual overhead camshafts and four valves per cylinder. The camshaft is driven by duplex roller chain. The electrical starter motor produces 1.7 kW. Ignition system is ignition mapping control. The 2.8 L M104 was also used in the W202 C-Class model C280 and in the W140 S-Class model S280 (the latter was not sold in North America).
Whilst the M104 is known to be a reliable engine, there were some technical issues with smooth running. The wiring loom which passed from the Idle Speed Control unit (an electronic box situated in the engine bay) to the ignition coils (housed on the top of the engine) was enclosed under plastic covers. High temperatures were experienced in this region. In addition the plastic insulation was a type which degrades with time and heat.
The ignition coils provided current for two spark plugs each. A system of "Wasted spark" was used where one coil powers two spark plugs. But the coils were still subjected to a high heat zone.
Idle speed problems could be experienced if the coils / wiring breakdown damaged the Idle speed controller. This manifested itself with engine not idleing at the correct rpm, normally 667, but hunting could be experienced with the engine ranging up to 1200 rpm. If the coils become damaged they may still operate at low engine rpm normally, but at higher engine loads the coils can break down resulting in engine power loss as the number of power producing cylinders reduce from six to four or even in worse case scenarios two.
Wiring loom upgrade kits were made available with upgraded insulation to resist the heat.
Another problem area is the viscous coupling on the fan. This can degrade over time, resulting in slippage and reduced airflow through the radiator. Higher cooling water temperatures will result, which can overheat the radiator and cause thermal cracking of the radiator headers. (This is considered more of a wear-and-tear issue, which occur with most older cars.)
3.2 L M104.99x[edit]
The 3.2 L (3199 cc) version produced 220 hp (161 kW) at 5500 rpm and 310 N·m (229 ft·lbf) at 3750 rpm. This engine was found in the W124 and W210 E-Class, W140 S-Class, W463 G-Class, R129 SL-Class, Ssangyong Musso and Rexton
AMG 3.4 L[edit]
There were 3.4 L conversions done to the 3.0 L M104.980 by AMG, prior to their formal cooperation with Daimler Benz.
AMG developed a 3.4 L M104 that was used in the 300E AMG 3.4, AMG 3.4 CE and 300TE-3.4 AMG (Mercedes-Benz W124, C124, S124) vehicles, Produced between 1988-1993. Amount of oil in engine is 7.5 litres and amount of coolant in engine is 9 litres. It made 200kW at 6500rpm and used Bosch KE-Jetronic (CIS-E) injection.
AMG 3.6 L M104.941[edit]
There were 3.6 L conversions done to both the M103 and M104 by Brabus, among others.
AMG developed a 3.6 L M104 that was used in the W202 C36 AMG (W202), the W124 E36 AMG (W124) and the E36 AMG (W210) vehicles.
The AMG 3.6 M104 was rated at 280 horsepower (210 kW) at 5,750 rpm and 284 pound-feet (385 N·m) of torque at 4,000 rpm using the HFM engine management system. AMG later conceded that since the engine was hand modified, power outputs could vary slightly from 276 hp to 287 hp.
The boost in displacement was obtained by boring the 2.8 litre M104 block by 2.1MM and using a highly modified version of the crankshaft from the 3.5L OM603 to increase throw by 18.9MM; this necessitated the use of new forged pistons with shorter skirts. A larger intake crossover pipe, freer flowing exhaust, a unique intake camshaft, minor changes to the cylinder head, and modifications to the HFM fuel computer also contribute to the increase in power.
Turbo Conversions[edit]
Turbocharger kits were offered for both the M103 and M104 engines by Turbo Technics, Mosselman, Lotec, Turbobandit, MAD modify and other tuners. These conversions typically raised engine output to between 300 and 800 horsepower (600 kW)(depend on Boost Target). During the 1990s UK customers were able to buy new vehicles equipped with a Turbo Technics conversion directly from Mercedes dealer Hughes of Beaconsfield (limited run of 75 conversions). Today turbocharger kits for M103-M104 engines are available from later tuners in Europe and Asia.


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Spanish actress Elena Anaya has attended three events during the 17th Malaga Film Festival 2014 and all three looks have come courtesy of Elie Saab.
'Todos Estan Muertos' Photocall: On Thursday she gave us our first look at the Elie Saab Fall 2014 collection, wearing a black-and-forest-green sleeveless belted dress featuring a pleated skirt with the runway open-toe green suede booties.
Closing Ceremony: While the booties worked for me during the photocall, I'm not so enamoured by them on this occasion. Also I think this ombre burgundy velvet long-sleeved Elie Saab Fall 2014 wrap-front dress is too moody for the occasion.
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'La Vida Inesperada' Premiere: On Friday she kept it simple and chic wearing an Andrew Gn Resort 2014 pastel-hued blouse and shorts with delicate embroidered trims, which she styled with Jimmy Choo black pumps, a gold-trim Jimmy Choo clutch and an aqua-stone Daniel Espinosa ring.
Closing Ceremony: On Saturday evening she attended the closing ceremony wearing the same Roksanda Ilincic Spring 2014 black-strapped orange gown we saw on Shailene Woodley in Mexico City just last week. Andrea styled her look with a black Chanel 'Lego' clutch and small stud earrings.
The Andrew Gn look is my favourite here. I love the summery colours, textures and details, plus the styling is on point too.
31.03.14 Runway To Red Carpet
Natalia de Molina had two amazing looks this weekend during the 2014 Malaga Film Festival.
'La Vida Inesperada' Premiere: Working a vibrant animal-and-floral-print frock from Temperley London's Spring 2014 collection, Natalia was not overwhelmed nor did she opt for simple styling. She wore Anton Heunis jewels, Emporio Armani heels – which colour-coordinated perfectly with her dress – and a black Chanel clutch.
Closing Ceremony: For her final look she opted for a flowing, feminine, floral-patterned statement piece from Michael Kors' Spring 2014 collection, which was rendered with delicate gathered and ruched details. Adding statement jewels, a gold clutch and soft waves rounded out her look. You may remember that Naomi Watts wore this back in October; you were perplexed that Naomi wore this dress during the winter, so now we are in spring how does this look fare?
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Prep: 12 minutes
Grill: 18 minutes
Makes: 8 servings
1. Prepare charcoal fire or preheat outdoor gas grill for covered direct grilling over medium heat.
2. Meanwhile, press shallot through garlic press into cup; stir in tarragon, mustard, pepper, and salt. Spread tarragon mixture all over tenderloins.
3. Place tenderloins on hot grill rack. Cover grill and cook, turning occasionally, until temperature on meat thermometer inserted in center of tenderloins reaches 155 degrees F, 18 to 20 minutes. When done, let pork stand for 5 minutes, as internal temperature will rise to 160 degrees F.
4. After tenderloins have cooked 15 minutes, add the bunch of grapes to same grill rack and cook, turning occasionally, until grapes soften slightly and brown in spots, 4 to 5 minutes.
5. Place tenderloins on cutting board. Place grapes on large platter; with kitchen shears, cut into 8 clusters. To serve, holding knife at an angle, thinly slice tenderloins; transfer to platter with grapes.
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Each serving: About 208 calories, 27 g protein, 15 g carbohydrate, 5 g total fat (2 g saturated), 1 g fiber, 73 mg cholesterol, 171 mg sodium.
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What are the very best cars you can buy right now? Some magazines would aim to answer this question with spreadsheets of economy data, residual values and tax brackets.
TG magazine: the best cars you can buy
The September issue of the world's best car mag is out, and contains the definitive guide to your next motoring purchase
But not Top Gear. Because we understand that buying cars is as much about head as heart, in the new issue of our glossy magazine - available in print or interactive digital form - we've assembled the definitive guide to the cars you actually want to own, no matter your budget or shopping list.
From city cars to supercars, from coupes to track weapons at every price point, we've raked through the competition to nominate the cars we'd spend our own money on. If we hadn't already blown it all on rusty old Alfas. And crisps.
The selection process was arduous. We've thrashed the Rolls-Royce Wraith, Merc S-Class Coupe and Jaguar F-Type across Wales, hoofed BAC's Mono, the Ariel Atom and Caterham 160 around a track, and got handbrakey in a deserted shipping yard with the Ford Fiesta ST, Audi S1 and VW Golf R.
We've taken the Bentley Continental GTC, Fiat 500C and BMW 4-Series convertible on a trip to the beach, investigated luxury in the shape of the Rolls Phantom, S-Class and Skoda Superb, and considered whether the Vauxhall Ampera or BMW i8 better represent the brave electric future.
We've even organised an epic relay from Maranello to Weissach across the Alps in a Ferrari 458 Speciale and Porsche's Cayman S and 918.
If you can't find inspiration for your next motoring purchase among that lot, frankly you're beyond help. But, just in case, we've also named and shamed the very worst cars on sale in the UK, from the Ssangyong Turismo to the Morgan Plus 4 and many more besides.
First drives? We've got the 2-Series - BMW's first foray into front-wheel drive - along with the Lexus NX, revised VW Scirocco and Aston Martin's glitzy new Rapide S.
In this month's News, we investigate Smart's brave new dawn, delve into Hennessey's claim that its new Venom F5 will crack 290mph, and explain why the FBI considers Google's super-cute autonomous car a potential lethal weapon.
Elsewhere, Richard Hammond drives the gorgeous Porsche 964, while we meet the shady millionaires behind YouTube sensation TaxTheRich, and interview daredevil balloonist Felix Baumgardner.
And, of course, we've got the usual irreverent thoughts and ramblings from Jeremy, James and Richard. It's everything you need to know about cars this month.
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Papa Roach's Jacoby Shaddix Recalls Drug-Fueled Tour Antics With Eminem
Back in the early 2000s, a drug-fueled WWE-style brawl featuring Papa Roach's Jacoby Shaddix, Eminem and others created a story for the ages.
Back in the early 2000s, a drug-fueled WWE-style brawl featuring Papa Roach's Jacoby Shaddix, Eminem and others created a story for the ages.
Drew Brees passed for 375 yards and three touchdowns, and the New Orleans Saints routed the Bears, 31-15, in Chicago on Monday night.
The NHL's San Jose Sharks will host a 'Metallica Night' with the band on Jan. 21.
System of a Down have added the first U.S. date to their 2015 schedule.
In this latest development, TMZ has uncovered four phone calls made by Scott Stapp.
A Victoria police officer, is now on administrative leave after allegedly using excessive force and for tasering a 76-year old man after stopping him for an expired inspection sticker.
Four teams qualified for the postseason in Week 15; just two weeks remain to fill out the rest of the field. Here's a recap of this week's action:
The new Texas legislature will be looking into several new gun laws in the new year, including one that ends the ban on the open carry of handguns.
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Manson has clarified his role in the short film, stating it was never intended to become a Marilyn Manson music video.
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Question from thenoobynoober
How do i get a gold metal on venom 2?
What i just said
3 years ago
Accepted Answer
You must defeat all of wolfs fighters for the most points, otherwise it's impossible.All the rest is pretty much like a normal playthrough. Good luck!
3 years ago
In order to get a gold metal on Venom 2, you must defeat wolf team and Andross' true form quickly in order to receive the max points. Killing them quickly should score you 51 hits per ship, for a total of 204, destroying the eyes are about 6 hits, and andross(brain) should be 11 hits, giving you a total of 227 hits.
The key is to defeat them really quickly.
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(Make sure you're on Score Attack mode when you do this)
Defeat the Star Wolf team as fast as possible. Each ship gives you 51 points (Hit + 50). Now, destroy Andross by first shooting his eyeballs. Each gives you 6 (Hit + 5) points. Now shoot Andross's weak point. If done fast enough, you'll get 11 (Hit + 10) points. Congrats! All that's left is the escape scene.
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HRA board gets different picture – State police probe official; independent auditor sought
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Teen runaway sought
The Independence County Sheriff's Office is seeking the community's help in locating a missing runaway juvenile, according to Sheriff's Lt. Mike Mundy. "Quentin Riggs (17) was last seen at approximately 4 p.m. Wednesday at Fifth and Main streets in Batesville," Mundy said. "Quentin is a …
Driver jumps embankment, keeps going
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Fulmer among retiring assessors recognized
Little Rock — The Arkansas County Assessors Association recognized six retiring assessors at its October continuing education meeting for their service to the state. Odus Fulmer of Independence County was among the honorees and was celebrated for his 11 years of work as a dedicated …
Batesville site reducing waste
Can you imagine a world with no food waste? ConAgra Food does — and is committed to just that. On Thursday, in celebration of America Recycles Day, ConAgra Foods announced its annual Zero Waste Champion award winners, recognizing 17 facilities that have reached a major …
Election to be certified
The Independence County Election Commission will meet at 10 a.m. Monday in the county clerk's office to certify the final 2012 general election totals. The clerk's office is located in the county courthouse at Main and Broad Street in Batesville.
Veterans office to close
The Independence County veterans office in the county courthouse will be closed next week plus the following Monday, according to Andra Taylor, local veterans director. The office will resume normal business hours Nov. 27. For more information call (870) 793-8812.
Airport meeting scheduled
The Batesville Airport Commission will meet at 6 p.m. Monday in the airport terminal. Among the business to be discussed is the ongoing airport improvement project currently under way.
McSpadden to be at Bethel as part of pulpit exchange
Lyon College Chaplain the Rev. Nancy McSpadden will deliver the sermon at 11 a.m. Sunday at Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church, 889 Oak St., Batesville, as part of an exchange in pulpits. Last year, Curley Roberts, pastor, was invited to speak at Lyon College's Dr. …
Man wanted after police chase, escape
A Little Rock man apparently slipped away from the White River Medical Center where he was being treated for injuries suffered in a motorcycle crash with state troopers. Now, the Arkansas State Police and the Independence County Sheriff's Office are asking for the public's help …
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Smart Lady, stupid campaign
The reality TV program "Smart Lady" promoted by Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra is just plain stupid.
- Published: 19/09/2013 at 09:34 AM
- Newspaper section: topstories
It might be a smart public relations effort for the prime minister, since the target audience is superficial and materialistic. The type who believe that putting a bunch of women in a reality program and having them train in how to be a "smart lady" would actually lead to the advancement of Thai women as a whole.
It might be smart for the producers of the programme, with the blessing of the prime minister and likely a generous budget. The show could very well receive high ratings and earn a lot of advertising revenue.
PM Yingluck launches the "Smart Lady Thailand" TV reality show, funded by the government, in Nonthaburi on Sept 5. If the aim is to help women, there are many organisations already helping women that are more worthy of the taxpayers' money, says Voranai. (Photo by Aphichit Jinakul)
It might even be smart for the female contestants. These days there's no shortage of men or women willing to embarrass, degrade and make fools of their humanity just so they can be on TV – and after their 15 minutes of fame disappear into irrelevance for the most part.
No doubt there will be a red carpet launch, much media coverage, stars, celebrities and high-society appearances – flashing lights and all the usual – money wasted and money gained – and then everyone moves on to other things.
No doubt worshippers of the Yingluck cult of personality would vehemently argue that handouts and subsidies, forging international relationships and promoting a reality TV show equates to a great job done by the prime minister – and that any naysayers just hate democracy.
But everyone else simply shouldn't have such low and shallow expectations. If the purpose is betterment of Thai women, then having this sort of reality TV show as the vehicle is just plain stupid.
Want to launch a Smart Lady campaign? Want to advance Thai women? Dear prime minister, jump off the public relations wagon and actually help Thai women. Take a look at these examples.
To help sex workers enjoy a better life, EMPOWER (Education Means Protection of Women Engaged in Recreation), or the Centre for Sex Workers' Protection, offers free classes in language, health, law and pre-college education, as well as individual counseling. It has offices in Bangkok, Chiang Mai and Phuket.
The Christian charity organisation the SHE Foundation (Self Help & Empowerment) is based in Phuket. The organisation works with women and children trapped in prostitution, offering a prevention program and vocational training, and helping them to find paid employment.
Another Christian human rights group, International Justice Mission, focuses on rescuing brothel workers held in sexual slavery, while Destiny Rescue exists both to prevent girls having to work as prostitutes and helps those who already are out of prostitution.
Empower is one of many worthy organisations already working to improve the lives of downtrodden women in Thailand, says Voranai. (Photo from Empower Foundation website)
These are just four of a list of organisations actually working on real issues, helping real women and children in need. Certainly they could all use more government cooperation. Surely they could all be helped with more resources and funding.
Definitely if the prime minister – the first female leader in the history of this traditionally misogynistic, chauvinistic and patriarchic country – puts her face, title and name out there.
Partnering up and voicing out, taking the lead and reins to fight against the mistreatment of and the lack of opportunities for women and children. Those suffering from degradation and downright slavery, whether forced into the sex trade or those who have no choice but to sell their bodies as a means to feed their family.
If the prime minister would take up this crusade, if this were to be the Smart Lady campaign, then this country, its women and children, would be the better for it. We would all be thankful.
But no, instead the Smart Lady campaign is a reality TV show.
Again, as has been the theme over the past week – dear prime minister, the blind, deaf and dumb cult worshippers may follow you unquestioningly, believing that anyone critical of your government is a Democrat in disguise.
But you're not just their prime minister, you're every Thai's prime minister – and there are those Thais who simply want better things for this country.
We expect better from you, we demand more from you, we need the best from you. Millions of disaffected women and children out there could actually use your help.
About the author
- Writer: Voranai Vanijaka
- Position: Political and Social Commentator