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IMF Executive Board Concludes 2011 Article IV Consultation with MyanmarPublic Information Notice (PIN) No. 12/44
May 7, 2012
Public Information Notices (PINs) form part of the IMF's efforts to promote transparency of the IMF's views and analysis of economic developments and policies. With the consent of the country (or countries) concerned, PINs are issued after Executive Board discussions of Article IV consultations with member countries, of its surveillance of developments at the regional level, of post-program monitoring, and of ex post assessments of member countries with longer-term program engagements. PINs are also issued after Executive Board discussions of general policy matters, unless otherwise decided by the Executive Board in a particular case. The staff report (use the free Adobe Acrobat Reader to view this pdf file) for the 2011 Article IV Consultation with Myanmar is also available.
On March 19, 2012, the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) concluded the Article IV consultation with Myanmar.1
Against the background of economic and political reform momentum, growth is picking up modestly. Real GDP growth is estimated to have increased to 5.3 percent in FY2010/11 (April-March) helped by fiscal spending in the election year and buoyant commodity exports. Growth is projected at 5½ percent in FY2011/12 and is expected to increase to 6 percent in FY2012/13, driven by commodity exports and higher investment, supported by improved business confidence. CPI inflation, at 6.4 percent (year-on-year) in October 2011, is projected to decline to 4.2 percent in FY2011/12 from 8.9 percent in FY2010/11, mainly due to lower food prices and less deficit monetization. Inflation is expected to pick up in FY2012/13 to 5.8 percent as the recent drop in food prices phases out.
The parallel market exchange rate of the kyat has appreciated by 29 percent in nominal effective terms since end-FY2009/10, primarily due to large inflows, which cannot find an outlet due to the 'export-first' policy that restricts private imports to the availability of private export earnings.
Risks to this outlook are balanced. On the downside, a drop in regional demand could negatively affect exports, although Myanmar remains largely insulated from the developments in advanced economies due to sanctions. However, a sustained appreciation of the currency could further erode external competitiveness and constrain household incomes. On the upside, the recent easing of foreign direct investment (FDI) restrictions on private land use and repatriation of profits, further increase in credit, and continued progress toward exchange rate unification could bolster growth.
The new government of Myanmar has embarked on a series of economic reforms beginning with the exchange rate regime. The economy has been burdened with complex exchange restrictions that give rise to multiple currency practices in informal but tolerated markets.
As a first step toward unification of multiple exchange rates, the authorities plan to adopt a managed float as their new exchange rate regime and end the official peg to the SDR that has been used primarily in public sector operations since 1977. They are taking steps to establish the necessary market infrastructure, including by establishing an interbank market and foreign currency operations at the Central Bank of Myanmar (CBM). To address immediate appreciation pressures, the authorities have recently eased some of the exchange restrictions by allowing foreign currency purchases for car imports under a special program, and health and travel expenses abroad. They have also temporarily reduced taxes on key agricultural exports to address declining external competitiveness.
The new government's first budget targets a smaller deficit, notwithstanding a planned increase in much needed social spending. The consolidated nonfinancial public sector deficit is projected to decline from 5½ percent of GDP in FY2011/12 to 4.6 percent of GDP in FY2012/13. This is primarily due to higher net transfers from state economic enterprises (SEEs), primarily from gas exports, as the budget, for the first time, would apply market-based exchange rates for SEEs' exports and imports. Spending on education and health is expected to increase to 7½ percent of total expenditures, up from 5.4 percent. The CBM cut the administratively-set interest rates by a cumulative four percentage points since September 2011, the first cuts since 2007. They have also revised the fixed interest rate structure to provide financial incentives for banks to hold treasury bonds, and as a consequence, deficit monetization is projected to decline to about half of the fiscal deficit in FY2011/12.
The external position remains comfortable even though the current account is projected to deteriorate. The current account deficit is projected to widen to 2.7 percent of GDP in FY2011/12, from 0.8 percent of GDP in FY2010/11, as export growth falls short of fast import growth linked to large FDI projects in the energy sector. Gross official reserves rose to US$7.1 billion in September 2011, and are expected to remain comfortable at about 9.4 months of imports in FY2011/12.
Formal financial intermediation remains repressed due to pervasive controls on banks. The authorities relaxed the requirements on deposit taking, expanded the administratively-set collateral list, eased controls on extending branch networks, and allowed some flexibility in setting the deposit rates as part of the recent interest rate cuts. As a result private sector credit growth has accelerated, albeit from a very low base.
The authorities have also taken some steps to promote rural growth and increase competition. Harvest loans to farmers have been doubled, FDI rules have been relaxed, and imports of gasoline and palm oil have been liberalized.
Executive Board Assessment
Executive Directors noted the considerable economic potential of Myanmar, and welcomed the authorities' renewed commitment to address the country's development challenges through far reaching reforms. Improved policy frameworks and a carefully sequenced implementation of reforms remain key to the success of the authorities' strategy.
Directors concurred that reforming the exchange rate system is the top priority, and saw the planned adoption of a managed float as the first step toward exchange rate unification. They agreed that further steps are urgently needed to establish the necessary market infrastructure and move away from the present inefficient system for allocating foreign exchange. In this context, Directors encouraged the authorities to remove remaining exchange restrictions and eliminate multiple currency practices as soon as circumstances permit.
Directors viewed the current stance of monetary policy as broadly appropriate. They welcomed the authorities' plans to grant the Central Bank of Myanmar operational autonomy to pursue domestic price stability, and recommended transferring to it all central banking functions. Directors welcomed progress in reducing deficit monetization, but considered that more needs to be done. They encouraged the authorities to expand retail sales of government securities and lift restrictions on their holdings by state-owned financial institutions, pending the establishment of treasury bond auctions.
Directors welcomed plans to reduce the fiscal deficit while increasing social spending. They agreed that a broadly balanced budget for the central government is an appropriate medium-term target. Over time, growing revenues from natural resources and improved tax structures will provide the resources to finance needed social spending and infrastructure. Directors also agreed that strengthening public financial management is necessary to support the reorientation of monetary policy and minimize fiscal risks, including those associated with fiscal decentralization and the adoption of the managed float. Directors welcomed the authorities' efforts to reconcile some external arrears, and encouraged them to extend these efforts to all creditors with a view to eventually clear the arrears.
Directors stressed that modernizing the financial system is essential to promote growth. They welcomed the steps already taken to ease administrative controls on banks, and called for further liberalization of bank operations and interest rates. Directors underscored that financial reforms must be complemented by strengthened supervision and regulation.
Directors noted that broad-based sustainable growth and poverty reduction require structural reforms to remove barriers to trade and foreign investment, enhance the business climate, and improve agricultural productivity. Strengthening the statistical base is also crucial for policy evaluation and design and should remain an important objective for policymakers. Underscoring Myanmar's significant needs for further capacity building, Directors welcomed the increased involvement of International Financial Institutions (IFIs) and other donors in providing technical assistance in a variety of areas, and stressed the importance of coordination among the providers to avoid duplication of efforts or inefficient delivery.

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Today in music history:
There were several significant events on this day between the years 1922 and 2006.
On this day in 1922 future jazz and pop singer Kay Starr is born in Dougherty, Oklahoma.
On this day in 1945 Rosie Hamlin, future singer for Rosie and the Originals is born in Klamath Falls, Oregon.
On this day in 1958 Elvis Presley's "Hard Headed Woman" hits number one in the US. .
On this day in 1960 Elvis Presley receives a first degree black belt in karate.
On this day in 1963 4,000 fans without tickets try to crash a Beatles gig in Blackpool, England. The only way the band can get in is via the roof.
On this day in 1969 The Beatles record "Come Together."
On this day in 1971 Carole King's platter Tapestry goes gold in the US. .
On this day in 1973 "Mary Wilson Day" is declared in Detroit in honor of The Supremes member. Also on this day Jim Croce's "Bad, Bad Leroy Brown" hits number one in the US. .
On this day in 1975 Van McCoy's "The Hustle" hits number one in the US.
On this day in 1977 Linda Ronstadt, who's just released a cover version of The Rolling Stones' "Tumblin' Dice", hops onstage at the band's Tucson, AZ concert to sing it with them.
On this day in 1979 Robert Palmer releases "Bad Case of Loving You."
On this day in 1987 Paul McCartney records "Don't Get Around Much Anymore," "Ain't That A Shame" and "Crackin' Up."
On this day in 1990 Roger Waters performs the classic Pink Floyd album The Wall at the Berlin Wall. Having left Pink Floyd, he is joined by The Band, Scorpions and Cyndi Lauper.
On this day in 2006 Herb Kalin of The Kalin Twins dies at the age of 72.


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Visitors to the First World War exhibition that opened last week at Castletown's Civic Community can get a real feel for what life was like in the trenches.
A life-size model of a trench, complete with sandbags, a sleep hole that visitors can try out for size and soldiers going over the top, is one of the exhibits on display.
The exhibition is part of Castletown Commissioners' commemoration to mark the centenary of the Great War's outbreak.
It saw some 300 visitors in its first four days.
Castletown Commissioners clerk Eddie Convery said: 'The aim is to commemorate not just the First World War but all wars.
'It's particularly aimed at the younger element. As time goes on memories and sacrifices slip away.'
It was organised by resident Phil Taubman, whose great uncle, Henry Taubman, was killed on November 4, 1918, days before the war ended on November 11.
As well as the trench to explore, memorabilia includes soldiers' outfits, photographs, postcards, trench art and newspaper cuttings.
There is also a bike from WW1 and two machine guns.
It is open to visitors Monday to Wednesday and Friday, from 9am to 4.30pm, Thursday after midday and Saturday, 9.30am to 12.30pm.
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text: Osmond also parlayed his Andrew Lloyd Webber ties to include songs from two shows that hadn't yet hit Broadway: The Beautiful Game's "Our Kind of Love" (in its first commercial recording, though the tune falls short of Lloyd Webber's usual catchiness) and Whistle Down the Wind's "No Matter What." Particularly inviting are Seussical the Musical's "Solla Sollew" and Saturday Night Fever's "Immortality." Finally, Osmond closes the book on Little Johnny Jones by ending with a grand, sweeping arrangement of the show's "Give My Regards to Broadway," in which he vows he'll be there ere long. We'll be waiting, Donny. --David Horiuchi


text: Feb 27, 2014 15:45 'Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance' a cut above the rest 'Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance' a cut above the rest Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance Reviewer's Rating: ★★★★ Langdon Herrick| Special to theadvocate.com March 5, 2013; 1:27 p.m. Comments Give a kid a stick and chances are he will start swinging it around like a sword. Give a former kid a video game in which the main character is a cyborg ninja who uses an electromagnetically charged samurai sword to slice apart his robotic enemies and feast upon their fuel cells and he will cackle with geeky glee. "Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance" turns the universal love of chopping things up with a pointy sword into one of the most memorable action games of this or any year. "Revengeance" takes place four years after the end of "Metal Gear Solid 4" and stars Raiden, a former Liberian child soldier who replaced his body parts with cybernetic limbs that gave him superhuman speed and power. What makes Raiden more interesting than the typical action hero is that he has a bit of an inferiority complex and tries to hide it with a gruff voice and some tough talk about his sword being a "tool of justice." He refers to enemies as "vending machines" and calls himself "the reaper," but he is quick to defend children who are in danger of becoming victims of war like he did. He must go toe-to-toe with a team of rival cyborg mercenaries, each of whom has a tragic backstory they will explain via a lengthy monologue before a battle in true "Metal Gear" fashion. The "Metal Gear" series has always been a bit of a self-parody, inspired by pop culture postmodernism, Cold War anxiety, and a cheeky insistence on using as much real-world science as possible to explain ridiculous plot elements. "Revengeance" is pretty silly at times, such as when Raiden dons a poncho and sombrero to "blend in" in Mexico, but the way the characters wink at the camera as if to say, "Yes, I am a video game character" makes for some subtle jokes within not-so-subtle jokes. While the "Metal Gear" series practically invented stealth combat video games, "Revengeance" focuses more on fast and furious melee combat, the highlight of which is Raiden's zan-datsu ability. Zan-datsu allows him to temporarily slow time and make precision cuts to sever enemy arms and legs and rip out their power source to refuel his own reserves. Of course, enemies must first be weakened by regular strikes before they can be finished off, so Raiden will have to parry enemy assaults and strike when they are off balance. The combat feels fresh and exciting, and performance evaluations after each encounter both chastise the player and encourage improvement. Like most action games, slaying bad guys in "Revengeance" nets the player money they can spend on upgrades, which come in handy during the game's several impressive boss fights. "Revengeance" also features a "ninja run" that is as simple to execute as holding down a button while moving. This allows the player to automatically slide under and hop over any obstacles in his path, as well as pull of some context-sensitive shenanigans like using a barrage of missiles as stepping stones to cut down a helicopter in midair. Is it over-the-top? Yes. Is it fun? Absolutely. Graphically, "Revengeance" won't turn too many heads, but the fact that Raiden can literally slice a 20-foot tall robot to ribbons and whirl to face another foe without a moment of lag is incredible. No gamer should take for granted just how much work went into the physics for this game, but by the time they reach the last boss, they will. Fences, crates, enemy soldiers -- no matter which way you slice it, it comes apart in a convincing (and often gory) way. It's a technical feat that never ceases to impress. Like most action games, "Revengeance" can be beaten in around 10 hours. While there are plenty of unlockable missions and goodies to collect, the real incentive for a second play through is the addictive combat. "Revengeance" has it all: sharp controls, a very sharp sword, interesting characters that crack wise in a parody of our potential paramilitary future, and more jaw-droppingly-awesome moments than you can swing a sword at. Get The Advocate in your inbox Subscribe


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Winnipeg, Manitoba, May 27, 2011 The Manitoba Integrated Task Force for Missing and Murdered Women is nearing completion of its review and examination of investigations and is now moving into the next phase of the process.
The RCMP and Winnipeg Police Service have established Project Devote, a two-pronged approach to address unsolved historical homicides and missing person cases, where foul play is suspected, involving exploited and at risk persons.
Located in RCMP D Division Headquarters, Project Devote consists of RCMP and WPS police officers and RCMP civilian analysts, bringing together a team with the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities for these types of investigations.
The focus of Project Devote will be investigative, based on the review and recommendations made by the Task Force. This phase will concentrate on the investigation of unsolved homicides and missing person cases, where foul play is suspected, involving exploited and at risk persons.
In addition to the investigations, a proactive team will be established to further enhance the on-going efforts of dealing with exploited and at risk persons.
The Task Forces work to date has provided a solid basis for our investigators to build upon through Project Devote, said RCMP Assistant Commissioner Bill Robinson. The teams efforts will focus on the investigation and prosecution of the person or persons responsible for these crimes. We are fully committed to providing answers to families and loved ones.
Members of the Task Force have worked diligently in reviewing files and their efforts are to be applauded, said Winnipeg Police Chief Keith McCaskill. Our hope is to solve these cases and therefore bring closure to the families affected.
Project Devote team members remain steadfast in their commitment to bringing justice to the victims, their families and the community at large.
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PART 6: Addendum to Borage Article,
December 2002
press release ... lab
results ... Udo's Commentary
June of 2002, we obtained the following press release,
sent out by Bioriginal, a manufacturer of borage oil
in Canada. Here is the release:
June of 2002, we obtained the following press release,
sent out by Bioriginal, a manufacturer of borage oil
in Canada. Here is the release:
June of 2002, we obtained the following press release,
sent out by Bioriginal, a manufacturer of borage oil
in Canada. Here is the release:
testing down to 5 parts per million (5 ppm) could not
detect any PA's in refined (emphasis added) oil
made form borage seed, many authorities remained cautious
about recommending borage oil. Reputable sources such
as Dr. Varro Tyler's Honest Herbal and his more
recent book Tyler's Herbs of Choice as well as
online information providers such as Healthnotes published
cautions about borage oil due to its potential PA content.
Laboratorium tested samples of borage seed, refined (emphasis
added) oil, and cake left after pressing of the seeds.
Samples were provided by Bioriginal Food & Science
results as tabulated on the next page clearly demonstrate
that no PA's were detectable in the refined (emphasis
added) oil as determined by testing to a detection limit
of less than 4 mcg/kg or 4 ppb. However, PA's are present
in the seed and are left in the cake.
Refined oil
(emph. added) 800669 No PA's detectable (detect.
lt. of 4mcg.kg or 4 ppb)
cake (left 62.8 mg/kg or 62.8 ppm
over after pressing the seeds
= milligrams per kilogram ppm = parts per
million mcg/kg = microgram per kilogram ppb
= parts per billion
In either case, thousands of consumers
have been misled for many years. When oils are treated
with NaOH, H3PO4, then bleached,
and then deodorized, damage is done to the oil.
How much
damage is done? Let's do the math. Note that for
easier computation, the numbers used have been rounded.
The molecular
weight of a triglyceride molecule is about 1,000. Chemistry
tells us that this number of grams of oil contains a huge
number, specifically about 6 X 1023 or about
6 followed by 23 zero's (600, 000, 000, 000, 000, 000,
000, 000) molecules. One tablespoon is about 1% of that
number of
molecules. Knock off 2 zero's.
If one percent damaged molecules
are present in an oil that has been destructively processed
(such refined oils include cooking oils, encapsulated refined borage or other oils, and encapsulated fish oils),
knock off 2 more zero's to get a measure of the number
of damaged molecules.
It is ironic. Borage-the leaves, the
seeds, the seed cake, and the unrefined oil-can contain
toxic pyrrolizidines. To remove these, the oil is 'refined'.
Refining removes parts per million of toxic pyrrolizidines,
but damages oil molecules to parts per hundred (about 10,000
times more). It is not entirely clear which is more toxic.
I cannot in good conscience recommend either type of borage
oil for the improvement or maintenance of health.
primrose oil, the other readily available source of GLA,
is available from organically grown seeds, mechanically
pressed under protection from light, oxygen (air), and
heat, and unrefined. Evening primrose oil is naturally
free of toxins, and therefore need not be damaged by
refining. I still prefer evening primrose oil to borage
oil. I prefer
evening primrose to other sources of GLA such as black
currant seed oil, which is also damaged by oil refining
And I do not recommend fish oils for the same
reason: damage done to the oil during processing. In
addition, there are concerns about fish oil contamination
by pesticides,
mercury, dioxins, and chlorinated pesticides. The removal
of these toxins requires more processing with further
destruction of fish oil molecules. Finally, even the
cleanest fish
oils are not free of contaminants.
Redden PR, Lin
X, Fahey J, Horrobin DF Sterespecific analysis of the
major triacylglycerol species containing gamma-linolenic
acid in evening primrose oil and borage oil. Journal
of Chromatography, 1995; 704: 99-101.
Fan Y-Y & Chapkin
RS Importance of Dietary Gamma-Linolenic Acid in Human
Health and Nutrition. Journal of Nutrition 1998 Sep;
128(9): 1411-14.
Gibson RA et al Gamma
linolenic acid (GLA) content of encapsulated evening primrose
oil products. Lipids 1992 Jan; 27(1): 82-4.
Barre DE, Holub
BJ, Chapkin RS The effect of borage oil supplementation
on human platelet aggregation, thromboxane B2, prostaglandin
E1 and E2 formation. Nutritional Research 1993;
13: 739-751.
Belch JJ, Hill
A Evening primrose oil and borage oil in rheumatologic
conditions. American Journal of Clinical Nutrition Jan
2000; 71 (1 suppl): 352S-6S.
Fan Y-Y, Chapkin
RS Mouse peritoneal macrophage prostaglandin E1 synthesis
in altered by dietary gamma-linolenic acid. Journal of
Nutrition 1992; 122: 1600-1606.
Engler MM Comparative
study of diets enriched with evening primrose, black current,
borage or fungal oils on blood pressure and pressor responses
in spontaneously hypertensive rats. Prostaglandins
Leukot Essent Fatty Acids 1993 Oct; 49(4): 809-14.
Dines KC, Cotter
MA, Cameron NE Effectiveness of natural oils as sources
of gamma-linolenic acid to correct peripheral nerve conduction
velocity abnormalities in diabetic rats. Prostaglandins
Leukot Essent Fatty Acids 1996 Sep; 55(3): 159-65.
Mills S & Bone
K Principles and Practice of Phytotherapy: Modern Herbal
Medicine. Churchill Livingstone, London. 2000. Pp 364-5.
Integrative Medicine
web site: www.onemedicine.com March
Erasmus U Fats
That Heal Fats That Kill. Alive Books, Burnaby, Canada.
Lloyd, Ian Botanical
Contraindication s and Drug Interactions: www.pharmacyconnects.com/content/phpost/2000/03-00/ce-03-00.html Jul
Evening Primrose
Oil-Toxicity Factors: www.sbwise.com/ingredients/eveningprimroseol.html Jun
Horrobin DF Nutritional
and medicinal importance of gamma-linolenic acid. Prog
Lipid Res 1992; 31(2): 163-94.
Acid: www.mdadvice.com/library/vita/vitamin292.html Jul
Evening Primrose
Oil: www.gnc.co.uk/healthcentre/Supp/Evening_Primrose_Oil.htm Jun
Cornell University
Poison Plant web page: www.ansci.cornell.edu/plants/toxicagents/alkaloids/pyrrolizidine.html Jul
Cornell University
Poison Plant web page: www.ansci.cornell.edu/plants/toxicagents/manuel/alkaloid.htm Jun,
USDA/ARS Poisonous
Plant Research Laboratory web page: www.pprl.usu.edu/pa.htm Jun
Robbers JE & Tyler
VE Tyler's Herbs of Choice: the Therapeutic Use of Phytomedicinals.
The Hawthorn Herbal Press, Birmingham, NY. 1999. Pp 194 and
Letter from Varro
E Tyler, Dean and Distinguished Professor Emeritus, to the
American Botanical Council's Wayne Silverman, July 24, 1998.
Pyrrolizidine alkaloids: www.ace.orst.edu/info/extoxnet/faqs/natural/pyr.htm Jun
Quinolizine, and Indolizidine Alkaloids: www.life.uiuc.edu/plantbio/363/lecture30.html Jun
Pyrrolizidine Alkaloids: www.ansci.cornell.edu/courses/as625/1997term/Sopheak/pyrol625.htm Jun
Med Nets Patient
Information web page: www.mednets.com/pyrrolizidine.htm Jul
Borage (Borage
officinalis): www.gnc.co.uk/healthcentre/enc/Herb/Borage.htm Jul
Pyrrolizidine Alkaloids
and Borage Oil: www.bioriginal.com/bio_facts/pyrrolizidine.html Jul
DeSmet PAGM. Safety
of borage seed oil. Can Pharm J 1991. Vol 124, p 5.
Newall CA, Anderson
LA, Phillipson JD Herbal Medicines: a Guide for Health-Care
Professionals. The Pharmaceutical Press, London. 1996.
p 49.
Parvais OB et al TLC
detection of pyrrolizidine alkaloids in oil extracted form
the seeds of Borago officinalis. Journal of Plant Chromatography
Modern TLC 1994; 7(!): 80-2.
Mierendorff HJ Determination
of pyrrolizidine alkaloids by thin-layer chromatography
in the oil of seeds of Borago officinalis. Fett Wissenschaft
Technologie 1995; 97(1): 33-7.


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Baseball As Nation's Pulpit
A 'Sick, Sick, Turn'
Peter Hopp
From: "Peter Hopp"
To: "Positive Atheism" <firstname.lastname@example.com>
Subject: Re: They Even Got America's Favorite Pastime!!
Date: October 23, 2001 2:40 PM
It is abhorrent to the point of absurdity. I attend approximately 40 baseball games a year all over the nation. Yes, I am a serious baseball fan, and I have been playing and watching the game, the greatest game, for 32 years.
I traveled to Yankee Stadium to bid Cal Ripken farewell in America's grandest ballpark. The 7th inning stretch came along. The sheep around me stood up and sang, even my friend, an atheist for 30 years herself, who recently caved in and reverted to referring to herself as an existentialist.
I plopped my hat on backwards, hunkered down in my seat and folded my arms tight. The message was sent because my friend proceeded to bring it up later on and tell me of my disrespect for people's feelings and needs. I did nothing but remain silent, and portray a demeanor of dislike. Last I checked, I don't have to like a song about god.
The commissioner of baseball has very little leeway in this matter. The clubs are privately owned, though governed by a set of rules regarding the game. One twist, however is that many, if not all of the ball clubs receive some kind of tax break from the government for their stadium costs. This, in essence, makes them at least a partial governmental entity. What may be available to us is a challenge through the violation of the SOCAS. Don't know for sure. It's a sick, sick turn for baseball to become the nation's pulpit.
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Minnesota's Sam Warning, fresh off of a hat trick on Saturday night during Minnesota's Hockey Day matchup with Ohio State, has been named the Big Ten Second Star of the Week.
Warning ranks second in the Big Ten in points with twenty-six (10-16-26), and also second nationally in plus/minus at +21. The +21 is a Big Ten leading total.
This honor is Warning's fourth of the season after being honored during the season's first three weeks by the Big Ten Conference. Nine different Gophers have earned a combined fourteen awards.
Minnesota is in action this weekend at the inaugural North Star Cup, which will see four of the five in-state schools face off against one another. Minnesota-Duluth and Minnesota State open play at 4pm on Friday with the Gophers taking on St. Cloud State in the nightcap at 7pm. Saturday sees the consolation game at 4pm with the championship at 7pm. All games will be broadcast by FOX Sports North.
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One of the most enjoyable experiences I have had with a recent comedy. Based on the graphic novels by Bryan Lee O'Malley and inspired by tons of video games, this is not only a gamer's delight, but a freshly absurd take on romance and relationships. One has to applaud director Edgar Wright for his ability to constantly change his approaches to storytelling because there is very little stylistic evidence that this is the same guy who directed Shaun of the Dead and Hot Fuzz (other than the same sense of humor). The film's energy is cinematically wonderful, and it is amazing to see all the effects and witty visuals come through very cohesively. It is a fantastic example of immense planning.
At first glance, some people may find its pacing and synergy a bit overwhelming, but most of it is completely motivated by the twisted logic of a video game. There is also a little bit of Orson Welles-inspired editing here where characters seamlessly transition from one scene to another (for a clearer understanding, refer to Citizen Kane or Mr. Arkadin). For example, a theme from the game Zelda is used in one particular scene and it cleverly makes sense in that moment's context. Again, my compliments to the people who really thought this out. This may be Michael Cera's best performance to date in the opinion of this reviewer. His deadpan delivery seems to fit the role of a wannabe rockstar who thinks he 'is all that' while simultaneously cowers from Life's misfortunes like a sad puppy. Mary Elizabeth Winstead (a.k.a. John McClane's daughter in Live Free or Die Hard) takes on a role that allows her to take more chances due to her character's impenetrable courage, stereotypical nerd Jason Schwartzman gets to play a nerdy Bond villain-figure for a change (most likely inspired by the snobby villain played by Klaus Maria Brandauer in Never Say Never Again; co-produced by Schwartzman's father, Jack Schwartzman) and kudos to Superman Returns' Brandon Routh for making fun of his super alter ego. In order to get the girl, hero Scott must face the wrath of seven, jealous, evil ex's. This is an allegory to the seven deadly sins with each ex representing a specific sin. The defeat of each ex-"boyfriend" brings Cera's Scott one step closer to securing his place with Winstead's Ramona, while at the same time allows her to let go of her past.
Like one of Life's BIG tests or like some video game, Scott must use his inspirational 'ninja' powers to overcome these epic distractions. The most astoundingly amusing thing is that somehow, deep in all of its silliness and showiness, is an understandable, relatable parallel to couples' difficulties. There is that previous guy or girl that makes one uncomfortable. There is miscommunication, and there is always emotional baggage (especially the ones that try to kill you). There is even that quasi-best friend slash jerk (in the form of a tirelessly entertaining Kieran Culkin in one of his best roles) that helps you and mocks your pain at the same time. A big thanks to a film that teaches us that love first requires self-respect. It keeps the sword sharp.
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Victor Oladipo was having a pedestrian day, all things considered, before he loudly announced his presence with a fastbreak 360 slam in the waning moments of Indiana's win over Illinois in the Big Ten tourney quarterfinals Friday afternoon. Despite finishing the game with a double-double (12 points, 11 rebounds), the junior star struggled early and wasn't much of a factor until the second half. And then, came the dunk. Watch it here and see some of the Twitter reaction to it in this post.


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The Bucs, who finished at 299 for the day, are 12 strokes back of first place
"For our first round of the spring I saw a lot of positives out there," said ETSU head coach Stefanie Reynolds. "It could have been even better, but I think the ladies were encouraged with their play. We're looking forward to getting out there again tomorrow."
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Segment on Kid-Safe Productions with Susan Hay
Kid-Safe Productions was highlighted by Global TV's "Making a Difference" on July 2. Watch the video below if you missed the segment by Susan Hay.
What We Do
We create "whole school approach" dramatic programming for all students on social skills development (such as bullying awareness/prevention or character building) that combine with specially created teacher resources and even parent information sessions. Just what all school communities need to build and maintain safe and positive school learning environments. Watch the video below and visit our services pages to see just what we've got to offer.
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Can you think of a better way to close off the holidays than by coming to the Kid-Safe Productions' Friends and Family Bowling Fundraiser? Neither can we! Spend the afternoon bowling with great people, gobble delicious snacks, try your luck in the toonie toss, raffle and 50/50 draws, and be sure to check out our great silent auction items… and we just might have some karaoke action going too!
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Happy the Hedgehog, Crazy Squirrel, and Morris the dog who owns the toys decide to embark on a new adventure that takes them into the Big Woods and into the Big Creek.
They run back into the Tiger who they were introduced to in The Big Snow adventure.
The toys and Morris stay away from home too long!
Read it to see what happens!
I'm an avid photographer and writer. I'm not too serious about each of those jobs so I enjoy them immensely. I started my 'Morris' and 'Toys' adventure on a whim and things have just gotten out of hand.
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Entering their 16th year and 7th album of their career, heads may joke and call them "De La Old", but for Pos, Dave, and Maseo, it's just another day at the office. The philosophy of Buhloone Mind State was "we might blow up, but we won't go pop", yet when they didn't blow up, the collective's frustration spawned perhaps the most important album of 1996, Stakes Is High, an album that examined the problems plaguing hip-hop music. However, after being indirectly lampooned by Bad Boy as "mad rappers" and the emergence of "hater players", De La Soul almost had no choice but to make their last two Tommy Boy records, AOI: Mosaic Thump and AOI: Bionix, a little more radio friendly than usual. While the AOI series was still De La Soul at its core, its more commercial edge didn't go over as well with longtime fans of the crew. The crew remained criminally slept on once again, resulting in the third disc in the series to be cancelled, and De La being released from their longtime contract with Tommy Boy. The Grind Date, however, marks the beginning of a new era for De La Soul, now under BMG upstart imprint, Sanctuary Records, headed up by Beyonce's dad, Matthew Knowles.
The concept of The Grind Date is pretty much broken down to the fact that De La Soul takes this rap shit seriously, and at this point in their career, there's no room for mistakes or half-assed songs. This is it - this is what they do for a living, this is what puts food on their families' tables. With that said, The Grind Date puts the "Soul" back into De La, with a return to raw production, soulful samples, and conceptual song structure. The concurrent theme running throughout the album is simple - De La finds wealth not in material things, but in a strong family.
Fortunately, De La's sermons aren't diluted by poor musical backdrops, making them worthwhile to listen to. In fact, despite the fact that Prince Paul is now a page in the De La history books, they've still managed to assemble a strong team of this generation's producers to make The Grind Date sound hot. J. Dilla delivers two excellent tracks, the first taking form on the hard-hitting throwback "Verbal Clap", as the duo suggests to today's emcees to put the guns and jewels aside and bring their skills to the battle. Again on "Much More", an uplifting anthem that defines wealth outside of what is seen at surface value. Meanwhile, the other half of the Jaylib duo also brings two tracks, as Madlib delivers "Shopping Bags" and "Come On Down" (feat. Flava Flav), respectively. Madlib outdoes himself on "Shopping Bags", with his usual raw-as-war production quality, meshed with contradictory jiggy drum patterns with outstanding results, as De La questions the differences between the golddigger and a strong, loyal woman. 9th Wonder chimes in for "Church", utilizing his trademark style for the album's most preachy song, while Jake One adds another strong track to his growing resume with "Rock Ko. Cane Flow". Here, De La teams up with none other than M.F. Doom, as the three amazingly keep up with Jake's varying tempo piano keys.
But among all of these high profile producers is in fact a new star, one that shines brighter than ever, Supa Dave West. While he was the primary production force on the AOI: Bionix LP, The Grind Date marks his graduation from rookie to certified "hot producer". Dave West fills in all the blanks, so to speak, producing the rest of the album, at times even outshining the bigger names. West's sample driven concoctions help revisit the art of sampling in 2004, as he does on the opener, "The Future", the retro-souled out "He Comes" (feat. Ghostface), or the wonderfully chopped "Days Of Our Lives" (feat. Common). Of course, who can forget the title track, which freaks a Yes sample to death, as De La Soul and Bonz Malone get their grind on. Sew this all together and you've got a superb De La Soul album.
Complaints are few and far between, and usually are the fault of the newcomers, rather than De La themselves. Yummy's crackled crooning hinders both "Much More" and "No", while "No" also suffers from the rookie rap stylings of Butter Verses, who's no Shorty No Mas. And despite the fact that "It's Like That" suffers from the cursed "triangle snare" made famous by Puff in the late 90′s, we also have to put up with Carl Thomas' syrupy hook. But in the end, it's really not that bad of a track.
All in all, respect is due to De La Soul, even if today's generation (or any generation, for that matter) refuses to give it to them. While heads may argue that De La is past their prime, the fact remains, these guys helped give birth to the abstract lyricism found in today's backpack rap, so recognize, youngsters. The Grind Date is the trio's most mature effort to date, and a return to form. Props due to hip-hop's own working class heroes.
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Brossman Science Lectureship 2012
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Date: Thursday, November 8th, 2012
Time: 7:00 PM
Where: Clair Performance Hall, The Winter Visual and Performing Arts Center
Topic of Presentation: "Small and Strange Stuff", Dr. Ramirez will talk about the weird and interesting things that occur when materials are made extremely small. Come learn about the fascinating world of nanotechnology from one of the century's top innovators.
Tickets for this event are free and may be reserved online at MuTicketsOnline.com or by calling the Ticket Office at 717-872-3811. Tickets will also be available at the door of the evening of the event.
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comes to adding a Dunedin leg to international flights
servicing Queenstown.
Both Air New Zealand and Jetstar say it would not be
commercially viable to add a stop at Dunedin International
The idea was raised following recent news Virgin had
terminated Dunedin's only flights to Sydney and Melbourne.
That left a Dunedin to Brisbane flight as Dunedin's only
international flight.
An Air New Zealand spokeswoman said while the airline
constantly assessed the viability of new services, it had no
plans to operate transtasman services to and from Dunedin via
''Adding an additional stop increases flight costs
considerably, with additional handling and landing costs
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additional distance flown, with take-off burning the most
fuel over the course of a flight.''
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A spokesman said low-cost carriers like Jetstar kept fares
low by flying direct routes using jet aircraft, which was
also the preferred option for most travellers.
The very short flying distance between Dunedin and Queenstown
would not be commercially viable with a jet aircraft.
He said costs for everything from landing charges to baggage
handling costs meant such a stop was not viable, on top of
the high fuel costs of the short trip.
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Chat With Directioners Across The World With Our Awesome '1D World' App!
Directioners, this is what you've been waiting for. The moment has come when 1D fans all over the planet can finally come together.
We're talking about the latest update to our mega-popular 'One Direction World' iPhone and Android app, where you can now chat 1 to 1 with Directioners across the world!
With the latest version you can follow people and make new friends, join in with group chatrooms, find out which countries have the most fans and loads more.
You can also:
- Watch cool 1D Videos
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"Wow, that's amazing, how do I download it?"
We've worked hard to make the app as good as it can be, but we're not finished there. Over the next few months we'll be releasing a series of updates to make it even better. Some of the new stuff coming soon includes:
- Post updates & photos like Twitter
- Create private/group chatrooms
- Collect 1D points to see who the biggest 1D fans are
If you've not already downloaded the app then make sure you've got the latest updates, but if you're new to 'One Direction World' then go and download it now!
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Thanks to Darren Moffat's help, the answer became clear as to why my Bluetooth mouse is working when it apparently shouldn't. The Macbook Pro's hardware is emulating a USB mouse, ie looking in prtconf showed that the mouse was bound to the "hid" driver which is from the USB side of the house. Shame it doesn't emulate the mouse scroll wheel.


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Cougars mercy rule Conifer
LAKEWOOD — The opening pitch proved to be a bad omen for Evergreen with the driver's seat on the line in the Class 4A Jeffco League baseball race for the conference title.
Cougars' ace Dane Kapande plunked Valor Christian leadoff batter Joel Pierce to begin the showdown April 27 at All Star Park in Lakewood. The first four Eagles reached base in the top of the first inning on the way to a two-run first inning and eventual 3-1 victory over Evergreen (9-5 record, 4-1 in league).
Key regular season finale
By Chelsy Woods Klein — For the Courier
EVERGREEN — Much like waxing and waning moons, Evergreen's boys swim team has a long and somewhat muddled past, only allowing onlookers to see how brightly it shines when it's in a particular phase.
DENVER — Image if the slider was working for Evergreen senior pitcher Dane Kapande on April 23 at D'Evelyn Junior/Senior High School.
Kapande could have very well thrown a no-hitter in the Class 4A Jeffco League game against D'Evelyn. Instead, the Cougars' ace had to settle for a 5-0 victory throwing 6 and 2/3 innings, giving up two hits while striking out 14 batters.
Bahl and Kisiel off to The Show
Evergreen's girls basketball coach Amy Bahl and senior Samantha Kisiel will participate in The Show (prep all-star) basketball game 6 p.m. Friday, April 29, at Colorado Christian University in Lakewood. Bahl, who guided the Cougars to the Class 4A state title game, will coach the Blue Team with Lakewood girls coach Chris Poisson. Kisiel was one of 22 girls selected to play. The senior, who averaged 15.3 points per game last season, will play for the Blue Team.
Holley second at Broken Tee
GOLDEN — At first glance, it looked like it might be a rough day at Applewood Golf Course on April 13.
All the Jeffco League girls golf teams descended on the par 71 course for the third conference tournament of the season. With the greens having just been aerated, putting would be a challenge with more sand than grass visible on most greens.
By Craig Harper — For the Courier
EVERGREEN — It's pick your poison for opponents when it comes to facing Conifer's boys lacrosse team.
The 2016 Lobos returned five players who scored 22-plus goals (three with 42) from the program's first-ever playoff team last season.
Shutout wins for Cougars
EVERGREEN — Tony Barnett is enjoying what might be the most successful school year ever for Evergreen High School's athletic programs.
Across the board, the Cougars are sending Barnett out the right way. Evergreen's athletic director will retire at the end of the school year from the Jeffco School District after 14 years as the Cougars' AD.
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Generally, most people are fond of animals such as dogs, cats, fish or deer but none of them are in fact have the same magical charm as of baby animals. Baby animals are the most adorable creatures in the world. They carry a mysterious magical charm that makes them the most irresistible and interest-provoking animal.
Small kids, adults or oldies, everyone finds animal's babies very cute. They love their small body size, soft skin, liveliness, delicateness, curiosity and innocence. These cute creatures have the capability to bring you a good mood. Even showing a baby animal pictures to a toddler would surely bring a broad smile to his face. These cute small animals fascinate them a lot.
Puppies, kittens, fawn (baby deer) or cygnets (baby bear)
are the most sought after baby animals. Out of them, puppies and kittens are commonly found as pet baby animals. Let us explore some interesting facts about some of these baby animals.
Young dogs are called puppies. It is the most popular pets. This animal is full of liveliness and is considered to be man's best friend. Around 157 breeds of dogs and puppies are acknowledged by the American kennel club. When puppies are born, they are blind, deaf and toothless but have very strong sense of smell, which help them to smell and find out their mother's milk. After 10 to 14 days of the birth, they open their eyes and also gain hearing capability. They take around three weeks to walk. When a puppy reaches the age of one, it is considered an adult dog.
Baby cats are called as kittens. These are fascinating animals and there are around more than 100 breeds of cats. It is estimated that there are more than 500 million domestic cats in the world. Cats are considered to be one of the smartest animals and have the capability to understand the human mood and feelings. When cats are born, they are blind. It usually gains the ability to see in the first couple of weeks. Cat's vision is more or less same as of humans in day but can see six times better than humans in night. Even their smelling capability is 14 times better than humans. On an average a cat sleeps around 14 to 16 hours a day. When a cat rubs against you that means it is showing affection and love towards you. Outdoor cats have an average life span of 3 to 4 years where as an indoor cat can live up to 16 years. It is said that cat and kittens should be acquired in pairs as they interact best in pairs.
Deer is one of the most beautiful of all animals. A deer is easily identified by its beautiful golden brown coat, which is decorated with large white spots. An average stag is approximately 85-90 cm tall at its shoulder and weighs around 80kg. The coat of the spotted deer remains comparatively the same throughout the year.
Monkey is one of the most recognizable animals in the world. A monkey is medium-sized, long-tailed member of the Primates. Monkeys spend the majority of their lives in treetops. Some monkeys survive of leaves, fruits, berries, nuts, insects, eggs, and sporadically other smaller animals.
There is no doubt about the fact that baby animals are the cutest thing in the world and fascinates every one. Other animal such as baby elephant (calf), baby giraffe (calf), baby sheep (lamb), baby monkey (infants) etc. are also popular among people.
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Um No, Mad Max Isn't Ripping Off Fist of the North Star
Mad Max: Fury Road is finally coming out in Japan. And someone people think the movie looks like it's aping the iconic manga and anime Fist of the North Star. Wait. Really? Really.
Mad Max: Fury Road is finally coming out in Japan. And someone people think the movie looks like it's aping the iconic manga and anime Fist of the North Star. Wait. Really? Really.
Fist of the North Star is a classic 80's anime about machismo and martial arts. So, obviously, glitching out the PS1 game based on it is going to have some pretty awesome consequences.
The late great George Carlin once famously spoke of words that cannot be said on television (Well, basic cable at least). Japan, too, has its own list of words and phrases that are taboo.
You can love a good old-fashioned video game manual for any number of reasons. It might be enormous, like Falcon 3.0's, or slightly crazy, like Star Wars'. Rarely, though, are they genuinely beautiful.
When it comes to Japanese developers, creating crazy, nice games isn't the only thing they're good at; they also design characters with pumped-to-the-max muscles, half of which don't even exist in real life and have the size of a truck. And they are all really serious about beating the hell out of everyone around them.
For those who aren't familiar with the series, Fist of the North Star debuted as a manga in the early 1980s and was turned into an anime in 1987. Recently, Koei has been developing new Fist of the North Star…
Fist of the North Star is back to punch the crap out of gamers with Fist of the North Star: Ken's Rage 2.
Fist of the North Star's Kenshiro got a life-sized statue last fall. It was covered in 500,000 Swarovski crystals, apparently worth ¥10,000,000 or $130,000.
Fist of the North Star started life as a badass manga. A badass manga needs a badass figure. A big badass figure. But does it need Swarovski crystal? You bet it does.
The holiday season with be covered in liquefied guts, now that Fist of the North Star: Ken's Rage has a release date. The PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 brawler lands in North America on November 2, Tecmo Koei revealed today.
When Tecmo Koei brings Fist of the North Star: Ken's Rage (née Hokuto Musou) to North America this fall, it will be more gore-soaked than ever before. But it will keep one important aspect of its Japanese release.
Dynasty Warriors and Ninja Gaiden publisher Tecmo Koei is bringing Fist of the North Star: Ken's Rage, Quantum Theory, Warriors: Legends of Troy, and Trinity: Souls of Zill O'll to E3. Every game but the last is due fall 2010.
In Japan, it languishes in the discount bin.
Want to know how fast the new Fist of the North Star game loads? On PS3? Xbox 360? How about the Xbox 360 version with the game installed to the hard drive and downloadable content installed? Then watch this video.
Mamiya, the village leader in the new Fist of of the North Star game, gets a new downloadable costume today. It's not "new" per se as it's based on what she wears in the manga. Or so we thought.
Koei's latest massive beat 'em up—known as Hokuto Musou in Japan, simply Fist of the North Star for the West—will get a little something extra when it comes westward: the extreme violence that we so desperately need.
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HARRISONBURG — Shenandoah National Park will waive entrance fees this weekend in honor of National Park Week.
All national parks will be fee-free on Saturday and Sunday, which is the opening weekend for National Park Week. Entrance fees at this time of year for SNP are typically $15 for private, non-commercial vehicles, $10 for motorcycles and $8 each for individuals entering the park by other means.
Saturday is also National Junior Ranger Day, and kid-friendly activities will be held at the Byrd and Dickey Ridge visitor centers.
For more information, call 999-3500 or visit nps.gov/shen.


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Pre-paid mobile phone service extended in Kashmir, northeast
Pre-paid mobile phone service extended in Kashmir, northeast
New Delhi, April 2 (IANS) The government has extended the pre-paid mobile phone service in Jammu and Kashmir, Assam and other northeastern telecom service areas for two years.
The extension of service which has come into effect from April 1, will be valid till March 31, 2013.
'The said permission for continuance of pre-paid mobile services, for a period of two years with effect from April 1, is subject to the condition that the existing security condition already stipulated by licensor shall continue to remain in place,' the department of telecommunications (DoT) said in a statement.
The DoT has also mentioned that no telecom company will be allowed to offer services after March 31, 2013, on the basis of the permission now given.
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Kerala Vishwakarma Co-operative Credit Society Ltd, shortly referred to as KVCC was formed in 2000-01 with an aim of providing loans for the needy in our community. Over a period of time investments in KVCCL grew in the form of Fixed Deposits, Recurring Deposits, etc. It was estimated that our community members badly need funds for their various requirements. KVCC has been extending personal loans, educational loans, housing repair loans, etc. It had also been providing loans for marriages, education, etc.
KVCC Business Meet in progress
Business, not charity KVCCL offers various types of loans at a nominal rate of interest to salaried individuals and growing businesses that lack access to conventional forms of credit. It is committed to the economic and social development of its borrowers and to promote our community's economic growth. While there is clearly a social component to this initiative, it is not a philanthropic initiative. The majority of the loans are given to the members considering their repayment capacity.
After 8 years of unity and hard work KVCC's progress graph is moving upwards, which is evident from the graph below. Today we have a share capital of Rs.18,05,138; Fixed Deposits have increased to Rs.58,53,972; Recurring Deposits to Rs.7,11,673 and loans to members stood up to Rs.64,19,319. We have a Reserve Fund of Rs.4,06,722.
The Ladies Wing of KVA (Thane, Bhandup, Dombivli, Vasai) have promoted Recurring Deposits within their respective areas and they have been successful in collecting a substantial amount. Through the provision of Micro-credit, KVCCL is committed to the economic and social development of its borrowers and to promoting our community's economic growth.
Our Patron Member Shri. N. Purushothama receiving the Special Contribution Award from BARC Chairman
KVCCL faces a number of risks in the lending arena. Although informal lenders charge much higher interest rates, they also give loans much more easily (with a simple phone call it is possible to have a loan approved and the money delivered immediately). KVCCL must ensure that it effectively communicates the benefits of its products and services and positively differentiates itself from the informal lenders.
Finally as with any other lending institutions there is always an issue of default risk. Here KVCCL has number of procedures to mitigate that risk, checking on its potential clients and requiring guarantors. It keeps track of individuals that have defaulted on loans, which helps in scrutinizing the status of individuals availing the loan.
Shri. Jagathy Sreekumar beloved cine artist of Malayalam cinema with active members
We at KVCCL had organized various Zonal Meets and through other various programmes, we are promoting our loans products to the community members. Our members help in explaining about the loan, the documentation and the procedure for obtaining a loan to the people who wants to avail loan from KVCC.
Since KVCCL is a registered society we have to abide by the rules and regulation laid by the Act. However as it has become difficult to obtain borrowers that meet all criteria, we are easing some of these rules.
As estimate 50% of our community members are informal micro-entrepreneurs and of these 70% run profitable businesses, 90% of whom do not have access to credit. It is estimated that 50% of these micro-entrepreneurs would apply for a loan if they had access to easy availability of loans or credit.
Although our community had easy access to other credit lending institutions or informal lenders (with much higher interest rates and securities), KVCCL providing credit facility to our community with a nominal rate of interest with two guarantors, thereby developing a situation that meets both KVCCL's risk reduction and customer's need for finance.
In response to the challenge of continuing to grow its client base, KVCCL has formulated some plans with its parent association KVA in the near future. KVCCL would continue to innovate its product, focusing on maintaining efficiency as well as increasing the effectiveness of its products and services in reaching its target.
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IMF Executive Board Concludes 2009 Article IV Consultation with the Syrian Arab RepublicPublic Information Notice (PIN) No. 10/42
March 25, 2010
Public Information Notices (PINs) form part of the IMF's efforts to promote transparency of the IMF's views and analysis of economic developments and policies. With the consent of the country (or countries) concerned, PINs are issued after Executive Board discussions of Article IV consultations with member countries, of its surveillance of developments at the regional level, of post-program monitoring, and of ex post assessments of member countries with longer-term program engagements. PINs are also issued after Executive Board discussions of general policy matters, unless otherwise decided by the Executive Board in a particular case.
On February 26, 2010, the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) concluded the Article IV consultation with the Syrian Arab Republic on a lapse of time basis.1
The impact of the global financial crisis on Syria has been relatively moderate and mostly through linkages to trading partners in the GCC and Europe. GDP growth is estimated to have decelerated in 2009 by 1 percentage point to 4 percent. Lower growth in manufacturing, construction, and services was partially offset by a moderate recovery in agriculture and a small increase in oil production. Unemployment is estimated to have increased to almost 11 percent. Inflation declined sharply to about 2.5 percent, reflecting trends in global prices. Fiscal policy aimed at mitigating the impact of the global crisis. The fiscal deficit increased by about 2.5 percentage points to 5.5 percent in 2009. Total expenditure grew by about 5 percent of GDP, reflecting increases in public investments, as well as the wage bill and transfers to compensate for raising fuel prices and removal of petroleum subsidies. Non-oil revenue increased, partly due to strong tax collection, which resulted from improved administration and incentives to settle arrears.
The external current account deficit widened to about 4.5 percent, as the decline in exports exceeded that of imports. However, tourism receipts were buoyant, and both FDI and remittances dropped only slightly. Gross reserves remained comfortable, at about US$17 billion.
With the Syrian pound pegged to a basket (within a band), broad money is estimated to have grown by about 10 percent in 2009. Credit to public enterprises decelerated sharply due to the reduction in energy subsidies, which were financed by borrowing. Nonetheless, growth of credit to the private sector remained at about 25 percent, driven by the expansion of private banks.
The outlook for 2010 and beyond point to an overall strengthening in economic performance. The ongoing recovery in Syria's trading partners is expected to contribute to a gradual increase in exports, remittances, and FDI. Agriculture is likely to continue to recover from the severe drought of the past two years. The fiscal and current account are expected to stabilize as a result of the fiscal reforms, including the introduction of value added tax (VAT) in 2011, a further deepening of subsidies reform, and expenditure restraint. A delay in global recovery or faltering reform implementation could worsen the outlook and impede Syria's economic growth.
While some progress has been made in advancing structural reforms, there were a few negative developments. Steps were taken to simplify investment procedures, modernize accounting standards, and streamline the tax system. Effective June 2009, the authorities raised the minimum thresholds for exemption from wage taxes. As an offsetting measure, the top income tax rate for individuals was increased to 22 percent (from 20 percent). The authorities also introduced reference prices and customs duties that vary by country of origin to protect against unfair trade practices.
Executive Board Assessment
Executive Directors concurred that the impact of the global financial crisis on Syria has been relatively moderate. Preliminary data for 2009 indicate that non-oil growth decelerated as lower growth in most sectors was only partially offset by a moderate recovery in agriculture. Inflation declined sharply, reflecting trends in the global prices of basic commodities. Despite the important progress made in subsidies reforms, the fiscal deficit widened as the consolidation of public finances in the past few years provided room for the authorities to implement counter-cyclical measures to mitigate the effects of the global economic crisis. The current account deficit increased slightly, as the decline in exports exceeded that of imports. Tourism receipts, however, remained buoyant, and both FDI and remittances dropped only slightly despite the global economic crisis.
Directors considered the widening in the fiscal deficit in 2009 to be appropriate to mitigate the impact of the global recession. They noted that this widening in the fiscal deficit in 2009 partly reflects enhanced fiscal transparency as substantial extra-budgetary spending related to petroleum subsidies was brought on budget. However, Directors underscored the need for a gradual resumption of fiscal consolidation going forward in order to preserve fiscal sustainability. In this regard, they encouraged the authorities to revisit the large increase in public investment budgeted for 2010, especially after its large increase in 2009. They noted that this would be more in line with absorptive capacity and would help reduce the overall fiscal deficit to about 4.5 percent of GDP. Directors also urged the authorities to ensure that increases in public wages are linked to performance and to civil service reform.
Directors commended the authorities for the recent reforms of petroleum subsidies that have led to considerable efficiency gains and a reduction in waste and leakages as reflected in the decline in domestic consumption. They noted that the replacement in December 2009 of the diesel coupons with cash transfers is likely to enhance the targeting of assistance and consolidate efficiency and fiscal gains. Directors encouraged the authorities to prevent a re-emergence of the large inefficient price subsidies of the past.
Directors welcomed the substantial progress in the preparation for the VAT, but underscored the need for further efforts. They supported the emphasis on making progress in reorganizing tax administration, including by shifting more responsibilities to the General Commission for Taxes and Fees. Directors welcomed the streamlining of the tax system, and advised against a further increase in the personal income tax rates. They encouraged the authorities to streamline excise taxes in line with the recommendations of past technical assistance missions.
Directors welcomed the efforts to improve public financial management are welcome and should continue. They recommended that the budget classification be further enhanced to reflect standardized economic classifications. In addition, Directors underscored the importance of supporting the plan to cast the budget formulation and execution in a medium-term framework by further empowering the newly established Fiscal Forecasting and Planning Units at the Ministry of Finance (MoF) and facilitating a more timely flow of data and information between these units and the different departments at the MoF. Directors encouraged the authorities to expand the use of the program- and performance-based budgeting approach. They also emphasized the importance of bringing on budget the remaining quasi-fiscal operations.
Directors underscored the need for a shift in the financing of the budget deficit from bank borrowing to issuing treasury bills. They recommended that the interest rate on these bills be market-determined. At the same time, Directors underscored the importance of ensuring that public investment projects yield high economic and social return in order to justify the cost of their financing.
Directors welcomed the progress made in implementing the reform agenda to modernize the Central Bank of Syria (CBS) and the monetary policy framework. They noted that enhancing the CBS operational independence will be important to strengthen its ability to formulate and implement monetary policy. Directors also encouraged the authorities to utilize treasury bills as an instrument of monetary policy to withdraw excess liquidity. They recommended that, otherwise, the CBS would have to issue its own certificates of deposit. Directors concurred that considerations be given to securitizing the stock of government debt to the CBS.
Directors encouraged the authorities to phase-out some of the decisions that were taken in response to the global crisis. They recommended that the legitimate intended objectives of differentiated reserve requirements or increased credit exposure limits for development projects be achieved through other means that are more effective and entail lower risks for banks and lesser burden for the supervision department.
Directors welcomed the good start at implementing the recommendations of the 2008 FSAP report, including by strengthening the regulatory and supervisory framework and improving collection of data on public banks. They encouraged the authorities to continue to strengthen supervision in order to maintain the health of the financial sector, especially in view of the rapid growth of private banks' credit. Directors also encouraged the authorities to adopt the amended central bank law as soon as possible.
Directors concurred that the priority in the period ahead be given to public banks' reform. They welcomed the closer collaboration between the MoF and the CBS regarding supervision of these banks. Directors noted that strengthening the CBS's supervisory and regulatory independence with respect to these banks would ensure their compliance with prudential regulations and help address deficiencies identified in the supervisory process.
Directors agreed that the Syrian pound's de jure peg to a band around the Special Drawing Rights (SDR) can provide a strong monetary anchor, while allowing some flexibility in the pound's rate vis-à-vis major currencies. They noted that in practice, the pound appears to be de facto pegged to a basket in which the dollar has a larger weight than its weight in the SDR basket. Directors concurred that adjusting the de facto basket in line with the de jure regime would be more consistent with Syria's direction of trade. They noted that the dollar has the largest share in the SDR basket, which is also consistent with the key role it has in foreign exchange markets and international trade pricing and payments. Directors considered that a gradual move toward greater flexibility over the medium-term as the monetary policy framework develops would further increase monetary policy independence and maintain external stability. Directors agreed that preliminary econometric estimates suggest that the pound may be moderately overvalued in real effective terms, although they are still subject to uncertainties given the serious data shortcomings. Directors, however, did not recommend a change in the current nominal exchange rate level in the present context.
Directors welcomed the progress made in transition to a market economy, but noted that the remaining structural reform agenda is substantial. They supported the emphasis on further reducing the number of goods subject to administrative pricing, and modernizing of the legal and regulatory framework in order to encourage private investment and enhance competitiveness. Directors recommended that the authorities reverse the recent introduction of customs duties that vary by country of origin, and address suspected unfair trade practices by other measures such as enhancing customs' capacity to examine invoices through computerization and cross border cooperation.
Directors welcomed the authorities' intention to accept the obligations of Article VIII of the IMF's Articles of Agreement. They recommended that the authorities remove any remaining restrictions in preparation for the acceptance of the obligations of Article VIII. Directors noted the staff readiness to conduct a comprehensive review of the exchange system upon the authorities' request.
Directors urged the authorities to improve data quality and provision to facilitate better analysis of developments and guide policy formulation.


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The following information is taken from the daily logs of local law enforcement agencies. Charges listed are preliminary and are made at the discretion of the arresting officer or agency. Charges may be amended or dropped at the discretion of the district attorney or courts.
Saturday, Aug. 4
Ryan Beech, 24, of Port Orford, for second-degree criminal mischief; bail set at $10,000.
Michelle Hicks, 37, of Brookings, for probation violation; no bail.
Janine Holiday Witt, 47, of Port Orford, second-degree disorderly conduct, resisting arrest and interfering with a police officer; bail set at $25,000.
Sunday, Aug. 5
Derinda Waggoner, 22, of Gold Beach, for a bench warrant, probation violation and possession of methamphetamine; bail set at $25,000.
Larry Presley, 67, of Port Orford, for felon in possession of a firearm; bail set at $25,000.
Jennie Carter, 42, of Port Orford, for reckless endangering, third-degree attempted assault, hit and run and failure to perform the duties of a driver; bail set at $110,000.
Monday, Aug. 6
John Pope, 37, of Gold Beach, for second-degree disorderly conduct and first-degree criminal trespassing; bail set at $20,000.
Jessica Denney, 29, of Gold Beach, for felon in possession of a weapon and parole violation; bail set at $10,000.
Charles Thomas, 23, of Gold Beach, for two counts of attempting to elude, reckless driving, hindering prosecution and probation violation; bail set at $85,000.
Rick Phillips, 29, for parole violation; no bail.
Craig Burgess, 31, of Brookings, for first-degree theft; bail set at $25,000.


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Well isn't that snazzy? The Forever Puff Trio ($12) is a makeup puff with some severe attitude (named for its trio of sides, not a trio of puffs, b.t.dubs). Since we rename everything (seriously, ask Bach the Camera or Lactose the Laptop), we'll nickname this one after our ten-year-old cousin Lizzie, the 70-pound prepubescent child who thinks her thighs are fat and her hair is dull.
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This flag was included in the special "gift bag," in which several exchange items were carried aboard the Apollo command module during the joint US-USSR Apollo-Soyuz Test Project mission. It was one of ten Soviet flags included in the package. Also included were ten American flags, a special box of white spruce tree seeds, and the ASTP certificate that authenticated the docking of the two spacecraft. The gifts were presented and exchanged while the Apollo and Soyuz spacecraft were docked in Earth orbit in July 1975.
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Jamaica is the destination in this latest installment of Gilles Peterson World Wide. Gilles brings into his studio the legendary DJ David Rodigan, known for being an influential figure within the Reggae genre. Rodigan takes us on a musical journey through the history of Reggae, from its Rastafarian Ska roots, through to Bob Marley and The Wailers, the origin of Dubs, and even gives us his take on the impact that digital sounds had on Jamaica's music in the mid 80s. Towards the end, Rodigan and Gilles clash – a form of competition that's been around since the 1950s – by taking turns playing some classic reggae jams.
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I think this wine is stalking me. Not quite as badly as the Yellow Tail Shiraz (which is everywhere and everyone is talking about), but nearly everyone I know has been asking me for months if I've tasted this D'Arenberg effort.
Well the answer is: Now I have, so enough about it already !!
Of course, all these people are just trying to do me a favor, and after tasting this wine I recognize what a favor it is. This is an excellent Shiraz that sits squarely in a triangle made by linking three styles of Syrah: the old Australian style (with earthier, farmyard, and herbal tones), the classic Rhone Style (much lighter, tart fruit and herbs) and the New World style (with more forward fruit and oak).
D'arenberg is an Australian juggernaut from McLaren Vale that has managed to become pretty big and commercially successful while still remaining true to their winemaking. For instance they still basket crush all of the grapes for all of their wines, and foot tread the caps of their fermenting vats.
The Laughing Magpie, which takes its name from a family pet Kookaburra (a large black and white bird found in the region) is a wine inspired by classic Rhone blends, as it is 95% Syrah, 5% Viognier. Despite its heritage or inspiration, this wine retains a distinctly Shiraz (that is, Australian) character in its darkness and power.
Tasting Notes:
The wine has an amazing dark reddish-purple color, more purple than a lot of wines I have drunk lately. The nose on this wine is incredible (thanks in part to that Viognier), and one of my favorite things about the Magpie -- filled with geranium, crushed lavender, and a distinctly coconut aroma. In the mouth, despite its darkness, the wine has a lifting quality with nice acidity and redcurrant, blueberry, herbs and cedar flavors that tail into a snappy, tart finish that is very satisfying.
Food Pairing:
D'arenberg seems to think you can drink this wine with about anything:
Serve at room temperature 16 " 24 ºC. now or cellar for the nest 3-15 years with many types of food, especially hearty stews, rich pasta dishes, roasted and grilled meats including poultry and other white meats, also serves well with slightly hot or spicy dishes and with hard pressed cheeses. Also duck, lamb, beef, kangaroo and also good with dishes served with sauces consisting of rosemary, basil and other herbs or berries.I'd love to try it with curried kangaroo, but that's pretty hard to come by for most, so let me recommend this spicy lamb stew with apricots and cardamom.
Overall Score: 9/9.5
How much?: $28-$30
Parker gave this vintage a 94 I believe, so it's getting scarce, but I think they made a lot of it, so you can still find it at many wine stores, including K&L.
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