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ZAMBIA'S improvement on the corruption perception index (CPI) should serve as a stimulant for the PF Government to wage a more aggressive fight against corruption which has the potential to scuttle the country's development agenda.
The marginal improvement from 3.0 to 3.2 this year presents the Government with a checklist as it sets in motion various strategies to rid the country of this highly contagious cancer.
Firstly, institutions such as the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) should be strengthened all-round for them to have the capacity to handle various forms of cases without facing any encumbrances.
Secondly, the Government through respective agencies should identify the source of this vice and seek solutions that should address the root cause and the resultant effects on society.
Perhaps the most effective way is to institute preventive measures through a legal framework and aggressive awareness campaigns not only among members of the public, but in specific institutions and areas that are highly vulnerable to corruption.
Perpetrators of this vice target decision-makers such as politicians, controlling officers and personnel in procurement units in both public as well as private institutions. Institutions that are regularly targeted are the Judiciary, local authorities, public regulating and enforcing agencies, and many more public institutions that offer services to the public.
However, the fight should not be restricted to the most vulnerable institutions, but should be rolled out to all areas so that there is no room for this vice to permeate.
Since the catchword is preventive, the Government should fortify integrity committees that were introduced on a pilot basis at the Lusaka and Ndola City councils.
These committees mainly emphasised preventive measures which were more manageable than reactive efforts such as arrests and prosecutions that are time consuming and more costly.
The integrity committees were put in place at the Zambia Revenue Authority where it proved effective, Ministry of Lands and the Zambia Police Service are still struggling to make them operational.
This disposition should be introduced in all public institutions to shore up awareness and sensitisation programmes.
It is also important to involve credible non-governmental organisations (NGOs), the Church and learning institutions in corruption preventive programmes.
In designing awareness programmes, it should be emphasised that corruption is a serious crime that has far-reaching consequences not only on perpetrators, but on the national economy as well.
The economy and the political landscape can suffer distortions as a result of corruption, hence the urgent need to nip it in the bud.
Public officers or any other persons should resist the seemingly 'innocent' offers of any kind as 'appreciation' for a service. Payments should go to designated coffers and in turn a receipt should be issued. All transactions should be legitimate!


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The student population at Centria is about 3300 students. There are 3 campuses, Kokkola being the campus that is open to CI students. CI students can take comfort in the fact that Centria has a very similar value system to CI's mission: placing students at the center of the educational experience. Centria operates with the focus on the student and client, taking into consideration the needs of both the students and working life. There is a spirit of collaboration between students, business, and working life with community partners; learning together and working together is valued greatly.
November 1, 2014 is the application deadline to study abroad at Centria for the spring 2015 semester.
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We've been having a few issues with one of our shared hosts lately and I was hoping that you guys could shed some light on it.
The "error_log" file is full of thousands of the same entries:
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I'm wondering if this is an Alternative PHP Cache issue (ah the power of my second brain- Google!) but am not sure? It's a shared host so I don't really have the opportunity to poke around too much and if I could, well, I'd probably be out of my depth.
Anyway, we're running a WP 3.1 install on the shared host with WP Super Cache and widget caching in place, nothing that we don't run on other hosts.
Any thoughts or even pointers as to why there might be a 126MB error log (prior to me emptying it) full of nothing but this will be greatly appreciated.
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Children's Supplements on the Rise
Nutrition Business Journal reports that sales for children's supplements are rising and are projected to grow at an impressive 4% rate each year through 2017.
"Many parents are now seeking probiotics, fish oil, and other supplements for their children's health, as well as their own," says Brenda Watson, ReNew Life President, PBS health educator, and New York Times bestselling author. "A child's developing immune and digestive systems are sensitive to the environment, especially after a course of antibiotics. Kids respond well to specific probiotic strains that help them build a strong gut bacteria balance and to the nourishing eye and brain benefits of concentrated fish oil."
Ultimate Flora Kids Offers Moms More Benefits
Health food shelves contain a variety of children's probiotics, but few with the probiotic culture potency and attention to the all-natural, no-sugar ingredients that Ultimate Flora Kids offers.
"Our kids' diets are typically high in sugars," says Watson. "Parents definitely don't want added sugars or artificial colors and flavors in their kids' probiotic. What they do want is a tasty supplement kids will take that includes clinically-backed strains at a potency that will positively impact the trillions of bacteria populating the young gut."
Ultimate Flora Kids Probiotic features:
Norwegian Gold Triples Omega-3 DHA for Kids
ReNew Life has also focused on making their new Norwegian Gold Kids DHA fish oil supplement a great-tasting option in a tiny, chewable softgel that is concentrated to optimize the level of DHA. This is especially important to moms who know that omega-3 DHA content counts.
"Many fish oil supplements are not concentrated and contain non-omega-3 saturated and polyunsaturated fats," says Watson. "These oils don't offer the specific brain and eye health benefits that growing kids need, benefits that omega-3 DHA oils provide. Norwegian Gold Kids DHA triples the DHA content of leading kids' fish oil brands and is purified using the industry's highest IFOS purity standards."
Nutritional guidelines specify that children need upwards of 145 mg of omega-3 DHA daily to support their developing brains, eyes, and nervous systems. The average American diet is low in DHA, however, and more parents are turning to a fish oil supplement to help. "Best of all," says Watson, "you'd never know this supplement was a fish oil with its all-natural fruit taste."
Norwegian Gold Kids DHA offers:
About Renew Life
Named America's No. 1 Digestive Care and Cleansing Company by SPINS, ReNew Life Formulas was founded in 1997 by Brenda Watson and Stan Watson and offers a full spectrum of natural digestive health and kids' supplements. Each ReNew Life product is made from only the finest raw ingredients. The company's analysis, educational materials, customer service, and superior manufacturing practices all set the benchmark for others in the industry. Above all, ReNew Life is dedicated to helping their customers achieve and maintain optimal health, increase energy, and enhance their mental clarity.
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Sauze d'Oulx
Situated at one end of the 400km (250m) lift-linked Via Lattea (Milky Way), Sauze d'Oulx is one of the larger, more popular, resorts of the area. With access to over 400km of pistes there is excellent skiing available for all abilities.
Sauze provides mainly intermediate runs and is a red paradise. There is a mid resort located at just over 2000mt called Sportina. All the runs from here are tree lined whilst above Sportinia it opens up and provides the links to the rest of the Milky Way.
For advanced skiers there is easy connection to Sestriere and the black runs at the top of Mount Motta and Mount Sises, and the Olympic Kandahar Slalom and Kandahar Barchetta runs. Nearer to home their is some challenging skiing off the top of Fraiteve with much of the northern face left un pisted.
If you like to venture off the beaten track then Sauze offers some great off piste through the trees. As with most resorts the best off piste is locked away in the minds of locals however there are guides available to help you find the best runs.
Beginners are well catered for too as Sauze d'Oulx has excellent English-speaking ski and snowboard schools that will get you up and skiing or boarding in no time at all.
Sauze d'Oulx has a much better than average sunshine record and much above average skiing. The vast majority of the pistes in Sauze d'Oulx have artificial snow-making facilities which is true throughout the Milky Way.
When the day has finished the town offers as much or as little apres as you like. There are plenty of bars to choose from offering you everything from sophisticated cocktails and excellent local wines to pints of Guinness. This being Italy the standard of restaurants is high.
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Extended business travelers are likely to be taxed on employment income relating to work performed in PNG. Residents are taxed on worldwide income whereas non-residents are generally taxed on PNG-sourced income only.
A person's liability for PNG tax is determined by residency status. A person can be a resident or a non-resident for PNG tax purposes. A resident of PNG generally refers to an individual who is domiciled in PNG or who stays in PNG continuously or intermittently for more than 6 months in any year of income. A non-resident of PNG is one who is domiciled outside PNG and who does not stay in PNG for more than 6 months. The general rule is that a person who is a resident of PNG is assessable on their worldwide income. Non-residents are generally assessable on income derived directly or indirectly from sources in PNG.
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There is the potential that a permanent establishment could be created as a result of extended business travel, but this would be dependent on the type of services performed and whether or not the home country of the employee has a double tax treaty with PNG.
Goods and services tax (GST) is levied at 10 percent on taxable supplies of most goods and services. GST registration is required if annual turnover is in excess of PGK250,000.
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Regina Durant, 48, is in the Washington County Jail facing a battery charge. According to her arrest report, Durant told police she was lying on the couch when the victim started kicking her and yelling at her, saying she could not sleep on the couch.
Witnesses told investigators they then saw Durant stab the victim in the knee with a small pocket knife. The victim was taken to Northwest Medical Center. Before being booked into jail, Durant was taken to the emergency room complaining of injuries, but the medical staff did not notice any.
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Chevrolet Malibu
May 24, 2012
This new 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is very comfortable and thanks to its eAssist drivetrain, it's also economical.
Acura RDX
May 16, 2012
The new 2013 Acura RDX seemed large when sitting in our garage. I called it a big bruiser at first, but it didn't seem all that big once I began driving it.
Mini Cooper Coupe
May 10, 2012
I drove the 2012 Mini Cooper S Coupe; Jim got to drive the more powerful John Cooper Works version. But we both agree the Cooper S should be plenty powerful.
Porsche 911 Carrera S
May 3, 2012
There's a lot to like about the redesigned Porsche 911 Carrera S. Perhaps the most important factor is this: It still looks like a Porsche, which is to say that the lines and proportions are as beautiful today as they were 50 years ago.
Buick Verano
April 26, 2012
Our 2012 Buick Verano scores high on the gizmo scale. Equipped with the Leather Group, our Verano had push button start and keyless access.
Volvo XC60
April 18, 2012
At first glance, the 2012 Volvo XC60 might seem like the perfect vehicle for a new driver. The lane departure and distance warning systems worked perfectly.
Nissan Murano
April 11, 2012
The 2012 Nissan Murano SL drives very nicely, but that wasn't its most endearing virtue. For me, it was its cargo handling abilities that stood out.
2013 Lexus GS 350
April 5, 2012
The 2013 Lexus GS 350 ventures into fun-to-drive territory. The car is still very comfortable. The ride may be slightly firmer than I expected, but it's still a luxurious way to get around town.
2012 Infiniti FX50S
March 29, 2012
I get it. The 2012 Infiniti FX50S is powerful. But thanks to a sensitive gas pedal, it's also a little difficult to drive smoothly without practice.
2012 Ford Explorer
March 21, 2012
We had a chance to review the new Ford Explorer last year, just as it was becoming available at area dealers. So, why did Ford want to get us the 2012 Ford Explorer? To show off the simplified MyFord Touch system, that's why.
Audi Q5
March 14, 2012
As is the case with many new cars, the 2012 Audi Q5 has chosen its own path when it comes to the interior controls and the results weren't always to my liking.
Volvo S60 T6 R-Design
March 7, 2012
There's a lot to like in this new 2012 Volvo S60 T6 R-Design.
Porsche Cayenne S Hybrid
February 29, 2012
I quickly concluded that the 2012 Porsche Cayenne S Hybrid, though undeniably gorgeous, is much more car than anyone really needs.
Chevrolet Sonic
February 22, 2012
This 2012 Chevrolet Sonic initially fooled me into thinking it was a two-door coupe.
Jeep Grand Cherokee
February 15, 2012
When I first struggled to get into the passenger seat of this 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee, I thought that this was just one more SUV that's too tall for me. Then Jim remembered to lower the adjustable suspension system, which involves just the quick push of a button.
Toyota Camry
February 8, 2012
With the exception of the radio, which tends to be fussy, this 2012 Toyota Camry is amazingly simple and pleasant to use.
Buick LaCrosse
February 1, 2012
We picked up this 2012 Buick LaCrosse in downtown Boston, and then drove it back to Hartford late in the evening. As a passenger during this trip, I can tell you that few cars match, much less exceed, this Buick¿s comfort.
Range Rover Evoque
January 25, 2012
We didn't have the 2012 Range Rover Evoque for the October snowstorm, but we did have it for the January 12 snowfall that upset travelers in the northern sections of the state. It performed perfectly.
Ford F-150
January 18, 2012
I've known women who love driving a full-size pickup truck, such as this Ford F-150, on a daily basis. I salute them.
Chrysler 300
January 11, 2012
I'm generally not a fan of big cars, and even though the 2012 Chrysler 300 is big, I liked it. The instrument panel is very pretty with its blue backlighting of the gauges.
Volkswagen Beetle
January 4, 2012
When thinking about the 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, I couldn't help but remember the original yellow New Beetle we had for review. It stayed with us for a week, just before the car arrived at area dealers, and the response from onlookers was overwhelming.
Mercedes-Benz S350 BlueTEC Diesel
December 28, 2011
I developed mixed emotions while driving the 2012 Mercedes-Benz S350 BlueTEC diesel. I loved the luxury- who wouldn't?
Hyundai Accent
December 21, 2011
The interior of the 2012 Hyundai Accent seems entirely out of place in a car with a $16,000 price tag. Granted, there's lots of plastic, but it looks very good. Add in upholstery that doesn't scream "cheap" and a variety of standard features, and the Accent scores high on the value meter.
Dodge Charger
December 15, 2011
This 2012 Dodge Charger is big. It filled our garage and was wide enough to prompt me to check twice before backing out. I'd hate to clip one of the outside mirrors on the side of the garage door opening.
Range Rover Sport
December 7, 2011
Driving the 2012 Range Rover Sport is a very pleasant experience. Despite this vehicle¿s size, driving around town, even in heavy traffic, is a breeze
Honda Civic HF and Natural Gas
November 30, 2011
I really like the two-tier instrument panel that Honda used in the Civic HF and Civic Natural Gas.
Hyundai Genesis
November 23, 2011
The Hyundai Genesis is definitely a luxury car of the first order. It was love at first sight. The white satin pearl paint is beautiful.
Volkswagen Passat
November 17, 2011
The new Volkswagen Passat is a very nice car. It's well behaved on the open road and has a good steering feel.
Audi A6
November 9, 2011
Jim said I would be impressed by the Audi A6's navigation system. Blown away would be a better description after seeing actual photos of the route I was driving.
BMW 650i
November 2, 2011
The BMW 650i convertible is big and solid, yet fun to drive. It has ample power, surging ahead with just a soft touch to the accelerator.
Fiat 500c
October 26, 2011
I was smitten from the moment I saw the Fiat 500c. It was both cute and stylish. It's pretty, soft green paint was complemented perfectly by the tan convertible top. It may be small, but its style knows few bounds.
Honda Pilot
October 19, 2011
Despite being classified as a midsize crossover utility vehicle, the Honda Pilot is actually quite large. It sits high, too, which does wonders for the view ahead, but can complicate getting in and out.
October 12, 2011
I¿ll admit I¿m spoiled. I got into the Mazda5 and immediately noticed what it didn¿t have. No rearview camera. No push to start button. I actually had to twist the key
Honda Civic
October 5, 2011
I really liked the Honda Civic. It was fun to drive and, for this five-footer, it was exceptionally roomy without being overwhelming.
Infiniti M56
September 28, 2011
The Infiniti M56 was filled with gadgetry. I¿m usually put off by all of the functions and complexity, but here it works, as much of it requires just a simple push or two of a button.
Chrysler 200 Convertible
September 21, 2011
Jim isn¿t smitten with the appearance of the new Chrysler 200 convertible. I, on the other hand, along with others who saw it for the first time, think it¿s nice looking.
Hyundai Equus
September 14, 2011
I have little to complain about the Hyundai Equus. I liked its comfort, the easy adjustability of the seats and steering wheel, the car¿s power and silence while cruising on the highway.
Nissan Leaf
September 7, 2011
I first saw the Nissan Leaf in our garage, with the charging cord connected, when I arrived home from work. I thought it was cute. Later, after it was charged, I discovered it¿s also easy to drive. It¿s both comfortable and quiet.
Volkswagen EOS
August 31, 2011
By Paula McPherson
Mini Countryman
August 25, 2011
Driving this Mini is fun. It shifts and steers easily and it is certainly responsive when the driver stomps on the gas pedal. The ride is a little brittle, though, and noise levels on the highway are higher than I would have expected after seeing the price.
The Lotus Evora is Easy and Fun to Drive
August 17, 2011
This Lotus Evora might be small and trim, but that's about the only thing it and I have in common.
Toyota Highlander
August 3, 2011
You can tell Toyota Highlander designers worked hard on the details. The instruments are clear and easy to read.
Ford Fiesta
July 27, 2011
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2012 Acura TL
July 20, 2011
Much of what I thought after driving the Acura TL involved the word ¿very.¿ The car was very smooth, very quick and very comfortable.
Toyota Avalon
July 13, 2011
I enjoyed driving the Toyota Avalon, despite its size, and when Jim asked me to guess the price, I was a bit high. I guessed $50,000; the review car lists for just over $35,000.
Ford F-350
July 6, 2011
I found the Ford F-350 to be big and intimidating, though once behind the wheel, it drove easily enough. Still this is a lot of truck. Just getting in and out is a daunting task.
Infiniti EX35
June 30, 2011
The back seat is cramped, even for a shorter passenger. As for shorter drivers, the outside mirror creates a large blind spot.
Mercedes-Benz CL550
June 22, 2011
Jim put me in the CL550 cold turkey, with no training on the extensive gadgetry. Don¿t ever do that.
Honda Civic Hybrid
June 14, 2011
I liked just about everything about this Honda Civic Hybrid. I liked the two-tier instrument panel with the speedometer, fuel gauge and warning lights mounted high at the top.
Range Rover
June 7, 2011
I am immediately suspicious of a vehicle that makes me work as hard as the Range Rover does getting in and out. The Range Rover is a tall truck and getting in takes one large step up.


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Tel Aviv Travel Guide
First things first: Tel Aviv is not Jerusalem. Although they're only 44 miles apart, Tel Aviv lacks the historic significance of the Holy City. In place of religious sites and ancient ruins, Tel Aviv ("TA" for those in-the-know) features world-class beaches and a rip-roaring nightlife. Forget tradition: Here, Friday nights are devoted to reveling rather than reflecting, and kosher cuisine is overshadowed by a wealth of international culinary delights. continue» Read More
When to Visit Tel Aviv
The best times to visit Tel Aviv are March through April and September through November. Spring and fall mark this city's "sweet" tourism spots, boasting pleasant temperatures and affordable prices. Despite intense heat, most travelers head to Tel Aviv during the summer months, determined to return home with a tan. Between May and August, expect inflated prices. The winter months also see a spike in tourism as travelers from northern countries (particularly in Europe) come to thaw.Read More Best Times to Visit Tel Aviv»
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The best way to get around Tel Aviv is by bike. The city landscape is relatively flat, and many of the top attractions are located fairly close to one another, making it easy to navigate on two wheels. Buses run frequently (although less so on Fridays and Saturdays during the Sabbath) and offer an affordable way to get from downtown Tel Aviv to neighborhoods like Jaffa. For cheap (albeit slow) transportation to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV), located about 11 miles southeast of downtown, you should rely on the train. You can also take a taxi from the airport; you'll get into town more quickly, but you'll pay much more than you would on the bus.Getting Around Tel Aviv»


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Speaking before the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights, EmployeeScreenIQ offered expert testimony on Friday regarding the importance of employment background checks, the company's process for conducting them and how employers use this important hiring tool responsibly. The Commission convened the investigation to determine whether the new Equal Employment Opportunity Council (EEOC) Guidance and other prohibitions or limitations on the use of criminal background checks encourage or discourage re-entry by former offenders into the job market.
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In its own news release, the Commission noted that from an employer's perspective, the use of criminal background checks may help ensure a safe environment for customers and employees, reduce legal liability for negligent hiring, reduce or prevent criminal activity, comply with state laws requiring background checks and assess overall applicant trustworthiness. From the EEOC's point of view, according to the Commission's release, the increased use of criminal background checks indicates possible disparate impact discrimination under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.
Fishman noted that the findings of his company's 2012 marketplace survey indicate that employers are looking for reasons to include, not exclude, job applicants.
"Our research suggests that the majority of employers do not eliminate a candidate solely on the basis of a criminal record," said Fishman. "In fact, respondents largely indicate that qualifications are more important than a lack of a criminal record when making a hiring decision.
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Other experts scheduled to appear included representatives from the EEOC, Akin Gump LLP, Keswick Advisors, Fortune Society, Society for Human Resources Management, HIRE Network, Sue Weaver CAUSE, G4S Secure Solutions USA, WinningWorkTeams, Universal Studios Resort, Jackson Lewis LLP and Council for Employment Law Equity, Arnall Golden Gregory LLP, National Association of Professional Background Screeners, National Association for Home Care, Duane Miller LLP, National Small Business Association, National Retail Federation, Georgetown University and Carnegie Mellon.
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At least 119 students were on Saturday graduated at St Peter's Technical Senior Secondary School in Lamin. The event held on the theme "The importance of science in our modern development" was St. Peter's 32nd graduation ceremony.
The event attracted scores of dignitaries including the permanent secretary at the Ministry of Defence, Harry Sambou; the chief executive officer of the QCELL GSM Company, Muhammed Jah, parents and relatives of the graduating students.
Addressing the outgoing students, the principal of the school, Rev Fr. Bruno Tupan harped on the progress made by the school. He disclosed that in May - June 2011 West African Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination, the school registered 123 candidates, out of which 11 got nine credits, whilst three students got aggregate 6 in the junior category. He described the results as the best so far in the school.
He described St. Peter's as a school that is not only known for learning only, but also for extra curricular activities. To this end, he disclosed that the school won the Presidential Tree Planting Competition, whilst its female basketball team won the female basketball competition this year.
Speaking earlier, the vice principal of the school, Francis Gomez thanked the Board of Governors, the management and students of St. Peter's for making the occasion possible. He also thanked the parents for gracing the ceremony.
Also addressing the students, QCELL's Muhammed Jah, who was the guest speaker of the occasion, described the theme of the event as very apt given the trend the world is taking in moving from analogue to a digital world.
This, he added, has made everything to advance to faster results and easy operation due to the modernisation of science in the world. He thanked the students for their hard work, while also applauding the teachers and parents for their inspiration.
The programme was marked by presentation of prizes to deserving students. Prizes were also awarded to the most hardworking teachers in the school. The head girl of the school, Fatou Nyang delivered the vote of thanks.


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USF Tampa campus looking to go green
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Later today at the University of South Florida campus in Tampa, a student group is meeting to try to galvanize support for an eco-friendly campus. The group was born of concerns that USF lagged behind other campuses in sustainable development.
According to the Oracle, to date, USF has no green-building initiatives, while the University of Florida has eight green buildings in construction, Florida State University has a Sustainable Campus Committee and the University of Central Florida is pushing for a student fee to fund sustainable development on campus.
Joshua Bomstein is vice president of the United States Green Building Council, Gulf Coast Chapter. Heâll speak this afternoon during a panel discussion on Green Building. I asked whether he thought the Tampa Campus at USF had a lot of potential for a green building initiative.
The Emerging Green Builders group will meet this afternoon in room BSF 100 at 3:30 on the USF Tampa campus. The meeting is free and open to the public.
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Hello Brian, AIS lists her at Split today. Moored.
Posted on Thursday, September 27, 2012 by Shawn Dake
Classic International Cruises Faces Uncertain Future
Shawn J. Dake
Classic International Cruises which counts five vintage passenger ships within it's fleet, all built between 1948 and 1965, is navigating some seriously rough waters. Three of the five vessels have been arrested for debts, and future operations may be in jeopardy unless an announced restructuring of finances is agreed upon between the owners and the Montepio bank in Portugal. The bank had previously indicated that they would not fund any further operations and would not provide financing to see the line through to the end of the season.
Three of the ships have been arrested, one continues to sail under charter, and another remains laid up in Lisbon. The first sign of trouble came when the PRINCESS DANAE (ex PORT MELBOURNE, THERISOS EXPRESS, DANAE, ANAR, STARLIGHT PRINCESS, BALTICA) was detained in Dublin, Ireland on August 30th over an outstanding $94,000 fuel bill from 2011, but was allowed to sail after an agreement was reached. The ship was then arrested a second time in Marseille, France.
The ATHENA (ex STOCKHOLM, VOLKERFREUNDSCHAFT, VOLKER, FRIDTJOF NANSEN, ITALIA I, ITALIA PRIMA, VALTUR PRIMA, CARIBE) was also arrested at Marseille. The company claims it is there for a scheduled dry docking prior to resuming service on a traditional, 36-night line voyage departing November 12th from Marseille, followed by Rome to Perth, Australia.
Their smallest ship, the 320-passenger ARION (ex ISTRA, ASTRA, ASTRA I) was arrested at Kotor, Montenegro. All of the disputes appear to be for failure to pay mounting fuel bills, back wages to the crew and other debts. Passengers have been flown back to their home countries, but 550 members of the ship's crew remain aboard while they await repatriation and payment of their salaries. Most of the crew are from Indonesia, the Ukraine and Portugal.
The 479-passenger PRINCESS DAPHNE (ex PORT SYDNEY, AKROTIRI EXPRESS, DAPHNE, SWITZERLAND, OCEAN ODYSSEY, OCEAN MONARCH) has so far managed to avoid being arrested. It is operating under a three-year charter agreement with Ambiente Kreuzfahrten which began in April, 2012. The ship is a sister to the PRINCESS DANAE. Both were built in 1955 as refrigerated cargo ships for the Port Line, before being converted into a cruise ships by Carras Cruises in 1975 and 1976. The PRINCESS DAPHNE has recently been operating a series of cruises to the Canary Islands and along the south coast of Spain. She is scheduled to begin a Black Sea cruise from Istanbul on October 6th. Since the ship has so far been exempt from the problems facing the other Classic International ships an agreement may be in place allowing her to continue the long-term charter.
The fifth ship in the fleet, the 9,563 gross ton FUNCHAL has not sailed since 2010. The 1961-vintage ship was being rebuilt meet SOLAS standards and the work has continually been delayed, which may have been an early sign of financial difficulties. The SOLAS conversion work is reportedly only 20% complete. This attractive liner has always sailed for the Portuguese and is one of the very few ships to retain her original name throughout her long career.
Classic International Cruises, goes by several other names including management by the Arcalia Shipping Company Ltd., and World Cruises Agency, Lisbon. The company was founded by George Potamianos, who passed away on May 29th of this year. Mr. Potamianos had been involved with cruising in Portugal since 1976, first with charters and later with his purchase of the FUNCHAL in 1985. He was a cousin of the Greek-based founding family of Epirotiki Cruises and got his start in the cruise industry with that company in the early 1970's. His sons Alexandros and Emilios Potamianos have succeeded their father in running the company since his passing.
It is very hard to say what the future will hold for Classic International Cruises and their, old, small and very traditionally operated ships. Their founder loved this type of ship with their decades of history and more intimate atmospheres, which is a primary reason that they have survived for this long. It is highly unlikely that another operator would consider ships of this size and vintage even considering they are SOLAS compliant. On the exterior, with the exception of the FUNCHAL, all of these ships have been radically rebuilt, and their interiors modernized to meet today's standards of comfort. Other operators of modest-size vintage ships are either looking for more modern hardware or are having financial difficulties themselves which would preclude expansion plans at this time. The Classic International Cruises website is still active and makes no mention of the arrests of three units of their fleet. A spokesman for the company branch office in Australia, Managing Director Grant Hunter, stated that "Athena's ship owners and the bank are working on a major restructure that will be finalized within 5-7 days. The owners have advised that Athena will operate her full Australian season, as planned, beginning on November 12, 2012, in two months time. The ship has now entered a scheduled drydocking period in Marseille." While the Australian office would primarily be concerned with the ATHENA which is scheduled to operate it's longest season of cruises ever in the Southern hemisphere, no mention was made of the other ships or their current status. Ambiente Kreuzfahrten has charters scheduled for summer 2013 on both the PRINCESS DAPHNE and the ATHENA but whether these, or any, future cruises take place will largely depend on what financial arrangements can be completed in the next few weeks.
(Thanks to Ian Boyle – www.simplonpc.co.uk and to Franz Neumeier – www.cruisetricks.de/ for images reproduced here with permission)
Here is a brief look at the ships that comprise the Classic International Cruises fleet:
ATHENA 1948 16,144 tons 525' x 69' feet 552 passengers. Former Names: STOCKHOLM, VOLKERFREUNDSCHAFT, VOLKER, FRIDTJOF NANSEN, ITALIA I, ITALIA PRIMA, VALTUR PRIMA, CARIBE. Note: The oldest ocean-going cruise ship in operation, originally constructed as a trans-Atlantic liner for the Swedish American Line. Sold to Italian operators in 1989. The ship was completely rebuilt at a reported cost of $150 million in1994.
PRINCESS DAPHNE 1955 15,833 tons 533' x 70' 479 passengers. Former Names: PORT SYDNEY, AKROTIRI EXPRESS, DAPHNE, SWITZERLAND, OCEAN ODYSSEY, OCEAN MONARCH. Note: Rebuilt from a Port Line refrigerated cargo ship into a cruise ship by Carras Cruises in 1975. Currently operating under a three-year charter agreement with Ambiente Kreuzfahrten from April, 2012.
PRINCESS DANAE 1955 16,531 tons 532' x 70' 568 passengers. Former Names: PORT MELBOURNE. THERISOS EXPRESS, DANAE, ANAR, STARLIGHT PRINCESS, BALTICA. Note: Rebuilt from a Port Line refrigerated cargo ship into a cruise ship by Carras Cruises in 1976. Nearly destroyed by fire in 1991, the ship was completely refurbished with much of the interior rebuilt.
FUNCHAL 1961 9,563 tons 507' x 63' 471 passengers.
ARION 1965 5,888 387' x 54' 320 passengers. Former Names: ISTRA, ASTRA, ASTRA I. Note: Originally built as one of a pair of ships for the former Yugoslavian State Shipping Company, Jadrolinija. Purchased by Arcalia Shipping in 1999 and completely rebuilt in 2000.
Thanks to Ian Boyle – www.simplonpc.co.uk Martin Cox, Ally Jones, Peter Knego and Franz Neumeier – www.cruisetricks.de/
Thanks Alan, that is appreciated.
Could one say the asking price for Athena is around the 15 to 25 million… more !
In you estimation, just how much longer could Athena remain in service, barring any major breakdowns, & being well cared for etc.
Brian, Athena is still at Marseilles, the AIS doesnt allways come up correctly, no one can afford to move her untill she is sold, or unless a generous seller includes "free " delivery to any port !
David: Add another four to your max. Remaining life expectancy about ten years, maybe fifteen at a push. She's in good condition, but you have to remember her hull dates back to 1946. Many newer ships around for this price and less. Full portfolio available.
The ATHENA that Martin spotted in Split was a different passenger ship with the same name. I also noticed her yesterday when checking for the CIC Athena's current locations. Can't find either ATHENA on AIS right now though. In the case of the CIC ship it's likely they have simply turn AIS off, as is often done when a ship is laid up.
Sadly, it looks like it is all now over. Follow the link from the official notice on the CIC web-site to Lawlor Partners web-site, and you will find 65 pages of quite interesting reading. A meeting of Creditors, which seems likely to lead to winding up of the Australian end of the operation, is to be held in Sydney on December 5 th.
Has this thread died for some reason?
Lol, I agree…I think that nothing new has come about regarding this. I haven't seen any news searches in my internet surfing. I guess the ships are still in lay-up?
According to the French website Mer et Marine, four of the five CIC
ships will be sold to and operated by a new Portuguese company called Portuscale Cruises. All four will be named after cities and/or regions in Portugal. The Potamianos family will continue to own the fifth ship, with what plans for it I know not.
Portuscale has a website, although not yet a very informative one.
It is great news that this eccentric and gemuetlich fleet will continue to sail…
It appears that the Funchal will keep her name, the Athena becomes the Azores (spelled in English, presumably with an international clientele in mind), the Princess Danae the Lisboa, and the Arion the Porto.
Wake up Ralph. The new names were announced a month ago. But I do like your use of the word "gemuetlich". Perfect. There are many brilliant images of "Azores" and "Funchal" on Luis Correia's BlogSpot including a link to the FugasNoticias website with a BRILLIANT virtual tour of what "Funchal" will look like inside.
Other news;
The "Rochdale 1″ is, sadly, at Aliaga and about to beach.
Looks like Tropicana Cruises has collapsed, "Adriana" has changed
hands, and is now cruising in the Black Sea under "special exemptions" for the fact she's non-solas AND her Class expired.


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To you, that pile of dog feces your neighbor's German shepherd has left as a gift on your front lawn is an annoyance. But did you know that dog stool is actually hazardous to your health? Dog droppings can carry a host of bacteria and parasites, such as roundworm and hookworms, and can trigger infections such as campylobacteriosis, a diarrhea-inducer in humans; salmonellosis, which can cause fever, headache and vomiting, among other symptoms; and toxocariasis, which can cause symptoms such as vision loss, rash, fever or cough. The Environmental Protection Agency warns it can be a contributor to water pollution if not disposed of properly. If you have a dog, make sure to clean up after it. The EPA recommends the following:
- When walking your dog, bring a bag with you to collect and dispose of pet waste in a trashcan to avoid it becoming part of storm water runoff. You can also flush pet waste down the toilet.
- Don't walk your dog near bodies of water. Opt for grassy areas, parks or underdeveloped areas.
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I had a similar problem with a Mega 2560 R3, Sainsmart 4.2", and the Elecfreaks v2.2 adapter. Having dug through the UTouch.cpp file, there is a section at about line 30:-
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BLOOMINGTON, Ind. - Junior Will Matte has started all 24 career games at center. He is the only Hoosier offensive lineman to start every game in both 2009 and 2010.
Greg Frey is in his first season as Indiana's offensive line coach. He has coached nine all-conference honorees across the offensive line in his career.
Matte and Frey stopped by to talk with IUHooisers.com's Jeremy Gray following this morning's practice inside Memorial Stadium. Below is what they had to say as well as some practice highlights:
Indiana's 2011 schedule kicks off with a contest against in-state foe Ball State on Sept. 3 at Lucas Oil Stadium. The Hoosiers then host Virginia on Sept. 10 and South Carolina State on Sept. 17.
Home conference games include Penn State on Oct. 1, Illinois on Oct. 8, Northwestern on Oct. 29, and the Old Oaken Bucket game vs. Purdue on Nov. 26.
To order season tickets, contact the IU Athletics Ticket Office at 1-866-IUSPORTS or visit IUHoosiers.com.
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The weather here in AK finally cleared up enough that I was able to spend a few minutes doing GP8 in the parking lot after work yesterday (Friday). Still running wide around the cones, and having a hard time gassing, then braking in the short space between tennis balls, but I'm starting to get better with the head-snap as I start the turn
It was cool reading about the police rodeo practice above and hearing how the cops were "like crazy close" to the tank; I was doing that, too. Maybe I'm starting to get a little better at this, lol!
@Vulfy, props for the growing interest there in NY! I'm still hoping for some interest here in my neighborhood (or to hook up with others here who are practicing in their own parking lots). The physical issues that kept my wife off of her bike last summer are clearing up, and she wants to spend some time practicing in a parking lot before hitting the streets on the new-to-her CB750, so maybe I can sneak a little gymkhana in without her realizing it
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Calvin Klein is one of the best known designer names in the world, offering a modern design aesthetic. The Calvin Klein brands — Calvin Klein Collection, Calvin Klein (platinum label)1, Calvin Klein (white label), Calvin Klein Jeans and Calvin Klein Underwear — provide us with the opportunity to market products both domestically and internationally at various price points, distribution channels and to different consumer groups than most of our Heritage Brands business product offerings. Global retail sales of products sold under the Calvin Klein brands were approximately $7.8 billion in 2013.
The consumer appeal for Calvin Klein remains high, as demonstrated by Calvin Klein's #8 ranking on MediaRadar's "Most Talked About Fashion Brands of 2013" list. Innovative marketing and advertising campaigns continue to fuel the global growth of the Calvin Klein brands, highlighted by an expanded use of digital and social media marketing platforms. This has been recognized, as Calvin Klein received the #9 ranking on L2's Digital IQ Index: Fashion in 2013. This year's launch of our visually driven, interactive Instagram account, extends the brand's point of view and has become the hub of the successful "show yours. #mycalvins" social media campaign, which has increased engagement of influencers and consumers, increasing awareness and brand appeal globally.
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Sep 22, 2011 Our economics editor Chris Farrell answers more of your burning money questions. This week, we tackle tax season with a special mailbag devoted to all of your taxing questions. This week - deducting charitable giving, tracking down an old refund, trying to lower an unusually high tax bill, and paying taxes on an inherited gift.


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Irikkur is a town in Kannur District of Kerala state, south India. It has historic and commercial importance, and is one of the largest Mappila Muslim majority towns (90%) in Kannur district. Irikkur is situated near the Irikkur River. This river is the geographical boarder of the old Kottayam taluk (located in Kannur, separate to Kottayam District in Travancore) and Chirakkal taluk. The people residing both side of the river mingled together and this cooperation resulted in the formation of Irikkur village. The name "Irikkur" was considered to be formed from the Malayalam word 'iru kara ooru' which means a village of both sides of the river.
Irikkur is about 29 kilometers away from Kannur. There are many routes to Irikkur; there is direct bus service from Kannur to Irikkur. From Taliparamba one can reach here by travelling by Taliparamba-Sreekandapuram-Irikkur bus. From Chalode there are bus services to Irikkur in every 10 minutes. Also there are bus services from Mattannur, Iritty etc.
Irikkur is almost in the middle of the Kannur district. On the eastern side of the Irikkur Panchayath is Padiyoor. On the west is Malappattam. On the north is Sreekantapuram and on the south Irikkur river.
Irikkur is a model for unity in diversity as Muslims and Hindus live here in cooperation in addition to a small number of Christians. The famous Mamanam Temple, Nilamuttam Makham and Paisai Church lie side-by-side as a symbol of communal harmony.
There are many LP schools and unrecognised schools.
Approximately 90% of the population consists of Muslims, most of Muslim organaisations have unit in Irikkur including Kerala Nadvathul Mujahideen, Jamaathe Islami, Samasta, AP Samasta, Madavoor Mujahid.
The major political parties are the Congress, Indian Union Muslim League, National League and CPM. The Muslim League is the largest party.
Irikkur has a notable soccer history, and a football ground (Dianomous).
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April 6, 2011
Olly Jefferies Wraps Up Kick Ardent Winter Series Championship
Category: Race Results
Reedy factory driver Olly Jefferies wrapped up the winter racing season with a TQ and win at the final round of the Kick Ardent Winter Series.
Due to the large number of top drivers competing, the Kick Ardent Winter Series has quickly established itself as the UK's premier winter touring... (read more)
April 6, 2011
Team Associated's Ryan Cavalieri Takes 1st Place At European Offroad Series Pilot Event In 4WD Modified
Category: Race Results
For every great event there always has to be a first time. The European Offroad Series is a new series based around the popular European Touring Series that will tour Europe, bringing top pros and regional talent together like never before. As the pilot event of the series,... (read more)
April 6, 2011
Factory Team Vented V2 Slipper Hub
Category: Latest Products
Vented fan pattern of 1.5mm holes allows for cooling and more consistent slipper performance
Used by Ryan Cavalieri and Ryan Maifield at the 2011 Reedy Race of Champions and Cactus Classic events
1 pair per package
Fits: B4.1 FT, SC10 FT, T4.1 FT, B44.1 FT, SC10 4x4
These parts will fit any B4, T4, SC10 with the... (read more)
April 5, 2011
Team Associated's Ryan Maifield Dominant At ROAR 1:8 Offroad Fuel Nationals Warm-Up
Category: Race Results
Just weeks removed from his dominant performance at the Cactus Classic, Team Associated/Reedy's Ryan Maifield put down the electric vehicles and fired up his Team Associated RC8B to attend the ROAR 1:8 Offroad Fuel Nationals Warm-Up at Thunder Alley Raceway. From the first qualifier, Maifield and his JConcepts-accessorized vehicle... (read more)
April 2, 2011
Winter Championship Race
Category: Race Results
It was the sixth Winter Championship Race in Stans, Switzerland. The track was fast today and all of the competitors were dialed. Olivier Merminod and Marc Heim displayed impressive competitive rounds during practice and we expected a rousing fight between these two drivers in the mains.
Olivier, with his speedy Team Associated 12R5.1, managed to gain... (read more)
April 1, 2011
Team Associated's Brian Kinwald Victorious At Shortcourse Showdown Nation Wide Tour Round #1
Category: Race Results
Having just joined Team Associated not just three weeks ago, Brian Kinwald claims his first victory with his Factory Team SC10 truck. Organized by Scotty Ernst, the Shortcourse Showdown Nation Wide Tour consists of four rounds with stops all across the country.
Round 1 was held at R/C Excitement in Fitchburg, MA... (read more)
March 31, 2011
Travis Amezcua Re-Signs with Reedy/LRP for 2011
Category: Announcements
World-class driver Travis Amezcua has chosen to re-sign with Reedy and LRP for the remainder of 2011. Already a multiple race winner with Reedy/LRP power, Travis will continue as not only a factory team driver but remain instrumental in the testing and development of new products.
Travis had the following to say regarding his recent signing:... (read more)
March 30, 2011
Juho Levanen Wins ETS Round 4
Category: Race Results
The 2010/2011 European Touring Series (ETS) visited Legionowo, Poland for Round 4 of what has become the world's premier touring car series. Reedy factory driver Juho Levanen was on hand to battle head-to-head against the world's best drivers.
During practice, Juho quickly established himself as one of the favorites due... (read more)
March 25, 2011
SC10 4X4 Parts List Released
Category: Announcements
The parts listing for the upcoming #90004 SC10 4X4 Kit is now available. Click on the link below to see the listing. (read more)
March 25, 2011
Team Associated's Juho Levanen Victorious at Polish ETS
Category: Race Results
Recognized as the major on-road series race in Europe, the European Touring Series (ETS) pulls in racers from all over Europe to compete around the continent in individual rounds, culminating in a series champion after six highly contested rounds. The fourth round of the ETS series saw Team Associated/Reedy/LRP driver... (read more)
March 24, 2011
Team Associated's Ryan Maifield Leads The Team To 8 Titles At The 25th Annual Cactus Classic
Category: Race Results
For the 25th year in a row, Scottsdale R/C Speedway has hosted one of the most prestigious, non-sanctioned events in the world. Over the years the event has grown in size, culminating in the largest yet on the weekend of March 18-20, 2011 with 430+ entries. With a challenging... (read more)
March 23, 2011
Team Associated's Justin "Bam Bam" Barcia Wins Jacksonville SX!
Category: Race Results
Here's a big Team Associated shout-out to our own Justin Barcia for digging deep and winning the 250 Lites class in Jacksonville, Florida last Saturday -- all with a broken wrist, no less!
Congratulations, Justin, for the big win. Your SC10 4x4 is on the way!... (read more)
March 22, 2011
Team Associated Takes Home 5 Awards At This Year's RC Car Action Readers' Choice Banquet
Category: Announcements
Team Associated cleaned up this year at the 2011 RC Car Action Readers' Choice Awards banquet. This year both the RC Car Action readers and editors honored the SC10 4x4 with the prestigious "Innovation of the Year" award. The RC Car Action readers also picked the RC10B4.1 to win for... (read more)
March 19, 2011
Maifield goes four-for-four and dominates qualifying at Cactus Classic
Category: Race Results
Ryan Maifield has been the man to beat at the 2011 Cactus Classic by going four-for-four in qualifying. Ryan TQ'd every class he entered with his Team Associated/Reedy/LRP vehicles with JConcepts tires and accessories: Mod Buggy, Mod 4WD, Mod Short Course, and Mod 4WD Short Course with the debut... (read more)
March 17, 2011
International Offroad Race
Category: Race Results
This past weekend the International Offroad Race was held in Neuffen, Germany. 140 drivers made their way to Neuffen and started in 5 categories.
The only girl at the event, Sina Zbinden (age 14 years), started in the Newcomer class. In the heats Sina had some electronic problems, but... (read more)
March 15, 2011
FT Aluminum Hub Tower C
Category: Latest Products
New option C tower in 2.5mm carbon fiber.
Lowers outer link positions for lower roll center.
Provides more rear end stability.
Used by Ryan Cavalieri and Ryan Maifield at the 2011 Reedy Race of Champions on the B4.1 buggy.
For the B4, B4.1, B44, T4, T4.1, SC10. (read more)
March 14, 2011
Team Associated RC Cheat Sheets Android(TM) App!
Category: Latest Products
Now you can quickly understand how to adjust your RC car, buggy, or truck settings for optimum tuning!
Within a range of tuning options, which is better, a higher number or lower? Thicker or thinner? How will a longer or shorter adjustment change the handling? If you keep scratching your... (read more)
March 11, 2011
Patrick Hofer takes 4th International Indoor GP with his RC8B!
Category: Race Results
The event was held March 5-6 with more than 120 drivers from Switzerland, Austria, England, and Germany.
Team Associated HRC driver Patrick Hofer dominated the half final and put his Reedy-powered RC8B on pole.
Patrick was leading the field for the first 20 minutes. Because of some bad luck when... (read more)
March 9, 2011
Team Associated Reunites With Brian Kinwald
Category: Announcements
For Immediate Release: March 9, 2011
Team Associated Reunites With Brian Kinwald
Team Associated is pleased to announce the return of two-time IFMAR World Champion Brian Kinwald back to their factory race team. Brian started his career with Team Associated in 1989 as a local driver for Team Associated... (read more)
March 9, 2011
Team Associated's David Joor wins both Nitro and Electric 1:8 Scale at RD1 RCP Texas State Series
Category: Race Results
Round 1 of the RC Pro Texas State Series was held this weekend at Mike's Hobby Shop in Porter, Texas. The Texas series is the largest state series of all the RCP's and highly competitive. Not to mention it was held at the facility where the finals will... (read more)
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Terracotta tile -> hardibacker w/ SBC or Liquid Nails?
I'm stuccoing a vertical hardibacker surface with surface bonding cement. I am embedding tiles in the stucco. Is the best approach to press the tiles into the first layer of SBC and then add subsequent layers around them, or to glue the tiles directly to the hardibacker and then SBC around them?
I have had good success using Liquid Nails to attach tiles to wood. I figure, it might be a better bond than the SBC...plus it would greatly easy placing the tiles since I could draw their target placement on to the hardibacker in advance instead of blindly pushing them into a homogenous layer of SBC.
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I've also had great success using liquid nails/construction glue replacing broken tiles, even those thick saltillo tiles. Never had a tile crack or come loose using this method.
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