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New Haven, CT, November 13, 2018 – Kleo Pharmaceuticals Inc., an immuno-oncology company pioneering a new class of bi-specific, small molecule compounds designed to emulate or enhance biologics against cancer, announced today the closing of an oversubscribed $21 million Series B financing to advance its first clinical candidates through IND-enabling studies and into the clinic in 2020. The financing was led by the company's development partner, PeptiDream, Inc., (TOKYO:4587), with participation from current strategic investor Biohaven Pharmaceuticals Inc. (NYSE:BHVN).
Kleo's lead candidates are based on the Company's modular Antibody Recruiting Molecules (ARMs) technology, which enables Kleo's compounds to bind at one end to specific targets on cancer cells and to the body's endogenous antibodies. This unique approach redirects the activity of any ARM-bound antibody against the cancer cells without inhibiting the antibody's native function. In parallel, Kleo is continuing to advance its two additional immuno-oncology therapy platforms, including its Synthetic Antibody Mimics (SyAMs) and Monoclonal Antibody Therapy Enhancers (MATEs).
Douglas Manion, CEO of Kleo Pharmaceuticals, said, "Successful completion of this financing represents an important step in the translation of our groundbreaking approach into therapies that may improve patients' lives. Having improved the modularity of our platforms and expanded the applicability of our ARMs to recruit antibodies to target cancer cells, we are now well funded to advance our first next-generation candidates into human clinical studies. We are excited to welcome our development partner PeptiDream to our community of investors, and we're humbled by the continued support of our founding investor Biohaven."
Patrick Reid, CEO of PeptiDream, stated, "We have worked with Kleo since July 2017 and we are impressed by the scientific progress they have made in validating their technology platforms. We are enthusiastic about the robust pipeline they are building from all three of their unique immunotherapy platforms and we are very happy to be a part of it, both as a strategic partner and now as an investor. We believe Kleo's clinical candidates represent a paradigm shift in immuno-oncology development that elegantly delivers the therapeutic power of highly complex bi-specific antibodies, but in a more simple, less costly, and potentially more beneficial manner. When combined with PeptiDream's robust discovery platform, we expect Kleo to generate many novel drug franchises that can bring incredible value for patients suffering from cancer."
About Kleo Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Kleo Pharmaceuticals is an immuno-oncology company pioneering a new class of bi-specific, small molecule compounds designed to emulate or enhance biologics against cancer. Similar to complex biologic drugs, Kleo's compounds engage the body's immune system to target cancer cells, but unlike biologics, Kleo's compounds are non-immunogenic, highly stable, and much faster and less costly to design and produce, particularly against novel targets. The company is advancing several drug candidates based on its proprietary technology platforms, all of which are modular in design and enable rapid generation of novel immunotherapies that can be optimized against certain cancers, or enhance the properties of existing immunotherapies. These include Antibody Recruiting Molecules (ARMs), Synthetic Antibody Mimics (SyAMs) and Monoclonal Antibody Therapy Enhancers (MATEs). The company was formed to advance technologies developed at Yale University and founded by Dr. David Spiegel and Roy Prieb. For more information visit http://kleopharmaceuticals.com.
About PeptiDream
PeptiDream Inc. is a public (Tokyo Stock Exchange 1st Section 4587) biopharmaceutical company founded in 2006 employing our proprietary Peptide Discovery Platform System(PDPS), a state-of-the-art highly versatile discovery platform which enables the production of highly diverse (trillions) non-standard peptide libraries with high efficiency, for the identification of highly potent and selective hit candidates, which then can be developed into peptide-based, small molecule-based, or peptide-drug-conjugate-based therapeutics. PeptiDream aspires to be a world leader in drug discovery and development to address unmet medical needs and improve the quality of life of patients worldwide. Further information regarding PeptiDream can be found at: http://peptidream.com.
About Biohaven
Biohaven is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company with a portfolio of innovative, late-stage product candidates targeting neurological diseases, including rare disorders. Biohaven has combined internal development and research with intellectual property licensed from companies and institutions including Bristol-Myers Squibb Company, AstraZeneca AB, Yale University, Catalent, Rutgers, ALS Biopharma LLC and Massachusetts General Hospital. Currently, Biohaven's lead development programs include multiple compounds across its CGRP receptor antagonist, glutamate modulation, and myeloperoxidase inhibitor platforms. Biohaven's common shares are listed on the New York Stock Exchange and traded under the ticker symbol BHVN. More information about Biohaven is available at www.biohavenpharma.com.
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Meet SpotlyteTM columnist Cori Zeichner, a 38-year-old mother of two who is married to a dermatologist. As the DermWife®, she shares the secrets she's learned from living with him.
Injectable wrinkle reducers have become a regular part of my routine, and it is hard to believe that my first experience with them was about 10 years ago. I decided to take the plunge when I began to notice vertical lines between my eyebrows. I just didn't look like myself — they made me look angry! So, I visited my dermatologist for his expert opinion. As it turns out, I happened to be married to him, so I didn't have to wait long for an appointment.
[Editor's note: Injectable wrinkle reducers are used to temporarily smooth the look of moderate to severe wrinkles in certain areas of the face such as the forehead, frown lines, and crow's feet. They should not be used more frequently than every three months. Like any medical treatment, they have potential risks and side effects. Be sure to talk to a licensed provider to see if they're right for you. Have more questions? Chat with our team of trained aesthetics specialist now.]
At first, I didn't actually know how injectable wrinkle reducers worked. Dr. Z told me they help reduce the activity of the muscles being treated so they don't fold the overlying skin when you make certain facial expressions. His analogy is like taking out your folded tablecloth from the closet and hanging it open on a clothesline to blow in the wind. Because the fabric can't fold, the creases in the tablecloth improve. (Read more about how injectable wrinkle reducers work here.)
After examining my face, he determined I was a good candidate for an injectable wrinkle reducer treatment, and I was all for it. We decided to treat the "elevens" between my eyebrows. He explained that he thought I would experience a significant improvement in their appearance. (Fast forward all these years later, and I am happy to report that I still get injectable wrinkles reducer, only now in my crow's feet and forehead lines, too, and all three areas look smoother.)
The actual procedure was virtually pain-free, and took no more than 10 minutes. Your provider will thoroughly cleanse your skin with soap and rubbing alcohol. Then, he or she may use a special pencil to mark the location to be treated. The wrinkle reducer is injected with a tiny needle, similar to what you may expect from acupuncture. You should expect a few pinches per treatment area.
Immediately after the procedure, my face usually feels somewhere between cold and tingly in the areas treated. Over the next few days, I usually experience some mild tightness in the area, and sometimes a slight headache. In my experience, these sensations fade away within a week. Occasionally, I'll get a small bruise at the injection site, which also tends to heal in a week. As far as results, I have begun to notice results in as early as a week. However, I find that it generally takes two weeks or more for the full line-smoothing effects to kick in. (Read about how long it takes for injectable wrinkle reducers to work.)
After 10 years, my appointments take much less time than they used to. While the procedure is relatively quick, I used to spend a lot of time feeling nervous and talking about what was going to happen. Now, I know what to expect, both during the visit and afterwards, so I don't have the same questions that I used to. Just like when you visit any new doctor, it takes time to build a trusting relationship and be comfortable. This will go a long way in making you happy with the results. If you are an injectable wrinkle reducer newbie and are considering the procedure, here are my top tips for first timers:
Go to a trusted provider. These days, the internet is filled with sales and deals on injectable wrinkle reducers, but it is important to go to someone who is properly trained and licensed. It's your face — you don't want to cut corners and risk getting treated with counterfeit injectables. Make sure to check out the credentials of your provider before getting the treatment. (Learn more about how to find a credible provider.)
Take conservative steps. The smoothing effects of injectable wrinkle reducers typically last between three to four months for frown lines. It is OK to just treat one area of your face at first to make sure you are happy with the effects. Remember, you don't have to treat every wrinkle on your first visit.
Bring a friend for moral support. A supportive hand to hold onto (or squeeze tightly during the injections!) is always a good idea.
So there you have it, what to expect if you are considering injectable wrinkle reducers — dermatologist recommended and DermWife® approved.
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Once the children move out of Mini Tennis they can join our Development programme. This is with the full tennis ball and goes from kids ages 10 through to 18 years old.
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Development Aces Programme is for players fairly new to tennis, or who like to play socially for fun and to improve their game. These players will often just train once a week and Tennis is probably one of many sports they play and enjoy.
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An interesting story out of Philippines. According to the Inter Press News Service Agency (IPS), "amidst the raging conflict between government forces and Muslim rebels on the island of Mindanao, the religiously mixed population in the North Cotabato region looks to a community radio station as a beacon of peace."
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"When I was young, there was an amazing publication called The Whole Earth Catalog, which was one of the bibles of my generation.... It was sort of like Google in paperback form, 35 years before Google came along. It was idealistic and overflowing with neat tools and great notions."
In the early 90s I sold almost everything I owned and drove from Connecticut to San Francisco with my futon and Macintosh IIsi. I didn't have a job, but upon arrival I showed up on the doorstep of The Whole Earth Catalog. I kept returning until they gave me a job as a designer for the catalog and the Whole Earth Review magazine. It's hard to describe how the experience affected me, but suffice it to say that it changed my life.
I had read about the Merry Pranksters, Wavy Gravy, The Diggers and the counter-culture movements that were happening when I was one year old. While working at WEC I was able to meet all these folks in person. We had lunches, charrettes and midnight discussions. It was the first time the catalog had been assembled using desktop publishing so I was able to offer my services in exchange for an amazing education.
I learned all about virtual community (the precursor to social media) from editor Howard Rheingold. I designed pages for catalogs and covers for magazines. I launched the first Whole Earth website. Our sister company, The WELL (Whole Earth 'Lectronic Link), would occasionally need to have their server rebooted. Because I was a skinny kid they would ask me to squeeze between the wall and the mainframe to press the power button. More than anything, I learned what it takes to be part of a real team. Great memories.
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Tucked between France (Bistro Campagne) and Ireland (the Grafton) on Lincoln Avenue, Massimo Di Vuolo's cozy Due Lire Vino & Cucina occupies a low-slung, dark-timbered room as evocative of a Japanese teahouse as it is an osteria. And once we tucked into the food, that made sense. From the involtini Napoli appetizer to the short rib ravioli, Due Lire's food seems inspired by a very Japanese clarity of flavor and presentation. In that involtini, for example, fresh, unadulterated eggplant and shredded zucchini more than held their own against the strong cheese, each forkful a dense study in balance. Ridiculously rich ravioli—complex layers of meat, pasta, and Parmigiano glazed with porcini mushroom sauce—is reasonably portioned and not overwhelmingly heavy despite loads of butter. Strong, oily mackerel, ever a challenge, materialized as two pan-seared fillets atop a bed of Israeli couscous a la puttanesca, the capers, olives, and onions providing a stern rebuke to the main event. There's an all-Italian wine list with most bottles $30 or less, or you can BYO for a corkage fee of $20 (there's a limit of two per table). Read the full review >>
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The first segment usually covers the next one to four weeks, the second is one to three months out, and the last covers everything else that is at least three months away. (Your timeframes may differ but the principle remains the same.)
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I want to be a veterinary assistant. Will MS a problem?
I am considering getting certified as a veterinary assistant and possibly becoming a full veterinary tech. Before I sink any money into this career, I'd like to know if anyone here is currently working in the veterinary world. What issues do I need to consider? Should I worry about possible zoonotic infections?
Thanks for your help!
Welcome zencat.
I see this is your first post. When you get a chance, hop over to the 'tell us about yourself' forum and introduce yourself.
As for careers, noone here can predict your disease course and abilities. There are lots of studies that indicate the type of early symptoms, the earlier diagnosed, the extent of recovery, how soon you start a DMT, and which DMT can all play roles in potential prognosis. But these are just that - stats. And for each of us, it is individual.
Assuming you have no physical or cognitive symptoms, if you find a career you are interested in that may be physical, I say go for it. If you love your work, it is less stressful. Being active is also good for MS - keeping you as strong as you can be.
As for any infections, you should discuss with your neuro. Some DMTs do impact your immune system and may leave you more susceptible to catching things. I know the med I am on does. But at the same time, there are people on it who work in hospitals. So really discuss with your neuro.Kathy
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not sure about the risks or how your journey will go but don't let it be the reason for not going for it. If you are capable now there is no reason to think you might not be in the future. The possibility is there so take care of yourself both mentally and physically and prepare the best you can.
and after you get the Veterinary Assistant Certification work toward being a Veterinarian. Keep it going.The future depends on what you do today.- Gandhi
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Go For it!!
Been an LVT for 30 years, DX in June 2008, have maintained a full time position the entire time. Started on Copaxone in July 2008. You can do it!! Pace yourself and work smart, but you can do it!!
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As others have said, we can't predict your disease course. However, many have a successful career for many years with MS.
I'll give you some of my standard advice. I tend to lean towards a combination of traditional medicine and complementary strategies.
- Consider getting on a DMD (disease modifying drug) if you aren't already.
- Take care of yourself. Eat a healthy diet, exercise regularly and moderately but don't push yourself beyond your abilities or endurance, manage your stress (or, better yet, prevent stress whenever possible), consider adding meditation, mindfulness, yoga, etc to your routines, be grateful for the good things in your life, enjoy friends and family, etc.
- Read and educate yourself about dietary strategies for MS. I'm personally following some Wahls Protocol recommendations and, since starting, my MS is stable and is no longer declining.~ Faith
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- In 2008, I was back in limbo briefly, then re-dx w/ MS: JUL08.
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Langkawi, Kuala Lumpur & Borneo, Malaysia
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Lovely hotel in a great location. Close to Jalan Alor for street food and shops.
Hotel room was spacious and the pool was lovely. The breakfast had a variety of options and was very tasty. Staff were very helpful. Cannot fault.
We booked a Rain Forest Family Chalet with sea view and the room was so spacious and very clean. I especially loved the balcony where we can simply sit and have coffee and enjoy the breathtaking ocean view. The resort was so calm and peaceful. I remember the second day of our stay, it was raining in the afternoon. I fell asleep to the sound of the waves, the rustling leaves, the raindrops hitting the roof, and the light, cool breeze.. and I swear it was the best nap ever!
Overall, we truly enjoyed our stay and we will definitely come here again!
We stayed here on our last night of our tour of Borneo. Good, clean, modern, spacious. Situated right next door to a modern shopping mall, accessed through a side corridor. Easy walk to the local food market next door and to the many bustling streets of Sandakan. Lovely view of the sea from our window. Breakfast was amazing!
Berjaya Langkawi Resort
Found among a gorgeous rainforest landscape, and also just steps away from the water, the Berjaya Langkawi Resort is the picture of an exotic retreat. Complete with a wonderful beachfront to relax upon, the hotel also has incredibly convenient facilities to ensure a relaxing stay. There are four restaurants to choose from with a beachside brasserie, open-air Thai restaurant, and a buffet-style international eatery among them. There are a further three bars onsite, as well as a relaxing spa and gym – depending on your mood. Popular attractions like the Langkawi Cable Car and the Seven Wells Waterfall are 800 metres and two kilometres away respectively.
Verdant Hill Hotel (Kuala Lumpur)
The four-star Verdant Hill Hotel is found right in the heart of Kuala Lumpur's Golden Triangle district, the perfect meeting point of business and leisure. The 22-storey building affords great views of the city, while there are great facilities for guests to use during their stay here too. There is an outdoor pool for those wanting to swim, and a restaurant/bar which also offers coffee and hot drinks throughout the day. The local area is renowned for nightlife and there are lots of shopping centres in short walking distance from the hotel. Those wanting to visit sites further out in the city will find multiple monorail stations close by.
Four Points Sheraton Sandakan (Borneo)
Giving guests easy access to both the gorgeous natural surroundings and the heart of Sandakan Town, the Four Points by Sheraton Sandakan hotel is a perfect choice for any guests staying in Borneo. Overlooking the gorgeous Sandakan Bay and coming with such luxurious features as an infinity pool, sea view rooms, and a well-informed travel desk, the hotel goes above and beyond to ensure a comfortable stay. Borneo is perhaps most well-known as the home of orangutans, and the best way to see them up and close is at the Sepilok Orangutan Sanctuary. This rehabilitation centre cares for the incredible, endangered animals and every visit ensures they can keep doing the same great work. There are four distinct restaurants at Four Points, with both local and international cuisine on offer, as well as one all-day restaurant to satisfy any midday urges. There are also multiple bars onsite including a sports bar and a café. Sandakan's biggest shopping mall is close by down at the harbour – it's home to a supermarket, cinema, and a whole load of international dining options. The onsite fitness centre is open 24/7 for those wanting to work up a sweat, while the aforementioned infinity pool is open until 9pm.
A diverse destination in Southeast Asia, Malaysia is a gorgeous country made up of more than 800 islands. Some parts of the country are quintessentially beach holiday destinations with gorgeous white sands and relaxing climes, while the country is also home to some incredibly modern cityscapes – none more so than Kuala Lumpur. The capital city of Malaysia boasts an awe-inspiring skyline full of impressive skyscrapers, colonial architecture, and numerous cultural attractions. A visit to the city isn't complete without a visit to the bottom of the Petronas Twin Towers, the world's tallest twin skyscrapers. While a photo at the bottom is impressive enough, a visit to the top affords similarly spectacular vistas. Away from the city, the area of Langkawi is a tropical paradise made up of picturesque paddy fields and gorgeous jungle-clad hills. Nature-lovers will feel at home here with lots of walks in the hills and along the beaches readily available. The neighbouring island of Borneo, home of the endangered orangutan and a world-renowned spot for diving, offers a whole other side of Malaysia - here lush rain-forest landscape and rich indigenous culture prevails. Other popular destinations are Penang, known as the 'Pearl of the Orient', with its vibrant food culture and eclectic mix of eastern cultures and colonial architecture.


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MDBA challenged at meetingsBy Sophie Baldwin
The Murray-Darling Basin Authority continues to face criticism surrounding poor advertising of its meetings and accuracy of the data it presents.
The authority held two meetings at the start of October in Shepparton and Moama that even Federal Member for Nicholls Damian Drum was unaware of.
"I was disappointed a high level meeting was held and it wasn't highlighted the CEO of the MDBA and CEWH were in attendance," Mr Drum said.
He said he stood up several times during the meeting to clarify different points.
"The MDBA is biased toward the environment and totally disinterested in the plight of agriculture and their ability to make a difference.
"They have no understanding a farm is an environment, they have a very utopian view and an endless list and insatiable appetite to justify the use of the water they have at their disposal."
Mr Drum said it was clear the MDBA had created pain and detriment within the agriculture sector.
He would like to see some flexibility introduced, especially during dry years, where environmental water is put onto the temporary market.
Berrigan's Graeme Pyle attended the Shepparton meeting.
"It was a very sad meeting for local irrigators, conducted by those (MDBA) who we expect to know what is going on," Mr Pyle said.
He said the authority was challenged on numerous occasions on the accuracy of its data.
He said Commonwealth Environmental Water Office senior executive officer Hilton Taylor produced a diagram showing river flows before and after dams, which included a beneficial line for maximum environmental benefit.
"The diagram was from 1990 to 2018," Mr Pyle said.
"There was no recognition of the loss of the Darling flows and the increase in over-bank flows caused by the massive increase in flows down the Murray River, to make up for the northern basin shortfall."
Mr Pyle said MDBA chief executive Phillip Glyde stated the Darling River only contributed 17 per cent of Murray flows into South Australia, but when challenged by a member of the audience that the figure was closer to 39 per cent, Mr Glyde declined to back himself.
Commonwealth Environmental Water Holder Jody Swirepik told the meeting irrigators extracted 90 per cent of all water from the river system above the Lower Lakes.
"This figure was strongly challenged," Mr Pyle said.
"She was reminded 33,800 Gl falls in the basin, 11,500 Gl can be extracted by irrigators, 13,000 Gl goes to the environment and 10,000 Gl is unmeasured.
"Ms Swirepik had no explanation for this wrong percentage, which is closer to 30 per cent."
Former dairy farmer Russell Crichton, from Cohuna, attended the Moama meeting.
He said of the 35 people in attendance he thought only six represented the farming community.
"We had about an hour of looking at confusing graphs which the MDBA were trying to use to prove the plan is working perfectly," Mr Crichton said.
"The MDBA are drowning gum trees and breeding carp through their environmental waterings while destroying the northern Victorian dairy industry."
The public information sessions were part of a series hosted by the MDBA and CEWH covering the climate outlook for the coming season, Murray River operations and water for the environment activity in the southern basin.


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Tain & District Museum volunteers on their visit to Alness Heritage Centre in November
The year is swiftly drawing to a close and looking back at our activities it is clear we have been busy but next year is going to be even busier. Our theme throughout the year will be The People of Ross - Emigration and Homecoming. We will be holding an exhibition on Tain man James Thompson, Dr Jim Hunter and Dr David Worthington will be giving evening talks, we will be having a Story Telling evening in May and of course we will be hosting our first Clan Ross Gathering on the 12th and 13th of August, attended by Clan Ross Chief, David Ross of Ross and Balnagowan and his family. Take a look at the Clan Ross section for a provisional programme for the Gathering. If anyone has any stories of emigration and homecoming that they would like to share with us please do get in touch. We would love to hear from you.
Tain Through Time closed for the season at the end of October but the work goes on for the volunteers. We took time out, though, for a visit to Alness Heritage Centre where we were treated to a guided tour of their newly refurbished and extended premises and then provided with a delicious tea of home made cakes. Our thanks to all the volunteers at the Heritage Centre who made our visit so enjoyable.
Joan Ross tells us about the Heritage Centre's new wood chip central heating boiler.
Liam and Alistair are regaled with stories by Alness local Farquhar Ewing
Liz S, Liz B and Margaret
Carol, Sheila and Kathleen
Highland Archaeology Fortnight; Stone Age Day at Tain & District Museum - Saturday 4th October proved to be cold, wet and windy but this did not deter the 30 visitors keen to find out more about our ancient past. There was an opportunity for people to handle replica tools and watch Alistair Jupp, Tain & District Museum Trust Chairman, demonstrate how ancient man started fires. There was also a chance for budding artists to try their hand at ice-age art and make a Neolithic style clay pot.
Michelle, Lottie, Alistair, Tom & lady from Alness
Alistair showing Tom how to make fire
Don, Irna, Mrs Munro, & Alistair
On the 30th of August we held the opening ceremony for our Scouting in Tain & District Through Time Exhibition. the exhibition celebrates the last 100 years of scouting in our area and looks forward to the next 100.
The team responsible for putting the exhibition together.
Our Chairman, Alistair Jupp, welcomed the assembled crowd and introduced John Gordon, former Tain wolf cub and scout, who made an excellent speech before introducing Mrs Marjory Strachan and her daughter Mrs Anne Gilbertson. Marjory is the widow of the late Donald Strachan who was a great servant to the Scouting Movement in Tain and District.
1st St Duthus Scouts lower and raise the flags in the opening ceremony
Marjory asked for the old flags to be lowered, representing the past 100 years. Anne asked for the two new flags to be raised, representing the next 100 years.
Mrs Strachan and Mrs Gilbertson with their bouquets.
Marjory and Anne were each presented with a bouquet of flowers by two Tarbat Cub Scouts and then the guests and participants adjourned for a welcome cup of tea.
Tain Highland Gathering
The Museum was well represented at Tain Highland Gathering on the 14th of August. It was a glorious day and the team started early, erecting the tent and laying out the table.
Margaret & Alistair, former members of the Scouting movement, put their tent building skills to good use.
Catriona, Heather, Calum, Margaret, Alistair and Hugh ready for the gates to open
We were joined by Hugh Ross, Younger of Ross and his family, Heather Catriona and Calum.
Catriona, Heather & Margaret enjoy the sunshine
It was a great day with good sales and the opportunity to see the competitions and stalls as well as rest in the sunshine. We were also joined by various Ross visitors to the Games.
Jonathan, Hugh & Nicholas
Jonathan Land and his son Nicholas made a special detour on their motorbike trip to Orkney especially to see Tain Through Time and visit us at the Games. Jonathan and Nicholas have Ross ancestory and are hoping to travel North next year for our Clan Ross Gathering on the 12th and 13th of August 2009.
We had a sales table at the Vintage Car Rally held in Tain this year. This picture shows museum stalwarts Sheila, Margaret and Simmona ready to sell our goods to the public.
Sheila, Margaret & Simonna
Peter & Susan with the book and it's cover made with wood from the original Regent Murray Pulpit
Peter and Susan Schweigman called into see us with a very interesting book they had brought from their home in New Zealand. Susan is the great-great grandaughter of Dr Angus MacIntosh who is commemorated on the East window of the Collegiate Church along with his son Dr Charles Calder MacIntosh. Dr MacIntosh was minister in Tain. Dr Calder MacIntosh donated the money to build the Gatekeepers Lodge which is the building now containing our museum. The book is "Researches into the History of Tain Earlier and Later" by the Rev. William Taylor and was published in 1882. The fascinating thing about this book is that it's cover is made from the wood of the original Regent Moray Pulpit from the Collegiate Church. The present pulpit is a copy. It was lovely to see this wonderful artefact and meet Peter and Susan.
Clan Ross Gathering August 2009; David Ross of Ross and Balnagowan, Chief of Clan Ross, visited us recently to discuss our Clan Ross Gathering planned for August 2009. He is seen here with his wife Eileen and Trust Chairman Alistair Jupp.
Eileen, David and Alistair
Show Scotland 2008
Participants and helpers take a break in the sunshine before greeting our visitors.
The Show Scotland Museums Weekend was a great success with lots of visitors flocking to our event. The weather was beautiful, the music was a delight and the textile experts were very knowledgable and willing to chat to the visitors to explain their various crafts. A great day!
Betty Patterson shows young Kirsty Ritchie how to knit and Myra Byars explains some details about patchwork.
Sally Wild shows Jim Ritchie how to spin.
Show Scotland 2008, Textiles in the Highlands Saturday 3rd of May, 11am - 4pm in St Duthus Collegiate Church
Displays, demonstrations, music and entry to the museum exhibition
This year Tain & District Museum has used the theme "textiles" for its displays. These include a wedding dress from 1878, a christening gown used in 1820 and a stunning Paisley shawl. Other interesting objects include irons, sewing machines and a spinning wheel.
To complement this year's theme the museum is showcasing the amazing talents of people who work with textiles in the Highlands. The stunning venue of the St Duthus Collegiate Church, within the grounds of the museum complex, will host Textiles in the Highlands. There will also be demonstrations of spinning, embroidery and other specialist skills. T
The event will take place on Saturday 3rd of May, from 11am - 4pm. Admission will be £2.50 for adults, £1.50 concessions and £1 for children over 5. This will include free entry to the museum exhibition.
Co-ordinated by Museums Galleries Scotland, Show Scotland is a programme of exciting and unusual events held in museums and galleries throughout Scotland over the Bank Holiday weekend between Friday 2 and Monday 5 May.
Golspie Heritage Society made the trip down to Tain to visit us on Wednesday 2nd April.The group were given a short talk about St Duthus Collegiate Church by Philip Ward before they visited the Pilgrimage and Museum.
A chilly start to the season but more than made up for by the warm welcome from Morag and Sheila as they open up Tain Through Time on the 24th of March 2008.
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Meet the Team of AFS Wealth Management.
Meet the Team of AFS Wealth Management.
Based in Staffordshire, I provide wealth management advice to clients both within the County, and more widely throughout the rest of the U.K.
I am committed to ensuring that my industry knowledge remains relevant and current by placing strong emphasis on my personal development, This, along with the pride and dedication that I place on developing solid personal relationships with my clients, ensures that am I able offer a rounded, professional and principled service.
We find it a testament to the fact that many of our clients have been with us for over 25 years. Indeed, I have now started to look after the wealth management of the children of some of my clients.
I intend to keep providing Financial Advice for many years to come and look forward to reaching retirement along with many of my clients. It is my hope that one day my children may decide to join me within the Practice.
I have worked for AFS Wealth Management since March 2016 and in that time I have progressed from Mortgage PA through to the Practice Manager. My role is to ensure the smooth running of the team, to technically prepare all cases and deal with all queries for our Paraplanners and Head Office.
I am fully accredited in the St. James's Place Administrator, Partner PA and Practice Manager courses.
I have worked with AFS Wealth Management since July 2004. My main role is to deal with all aspects of the company accounts. Along with that I have worked with some clients for the last 15 years.
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I will usually lit-up a scented candle when I reach home from work. It is a great way of boosting up my spirits and helping me to relax at the same time. Filling my home with delicious fragrances will also help me dissipate the troubles of the day and stress free.
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CHICO — A knack with tools and an appreciation for community service is what Chico Friends of the Library is looking for.
The local nonprofit organization is looking for help with its Little Free Library book stands — volunteer help in the way of repair and maintenance.
Residents volunteer to have the Little Free Libraries installed in front of their homes, and then keep an eye on the "little library" inside. Anyone who walks or drives by is welcome to take — or leave — books.
But a few of the book closets have experienced vandalism, and the nonprofit really doesn't have anyone to repair them.
According to Elizabeth Bergthold, the library on Cleveland Street suffered from its doors torn off.
"Maybe it was kids hanging on them or vandalism, but we needed help with that library." That library was removed.
Bergthold said the group needed someone handy with maintenance and repair.
"It has nothing to do with the books. If I find a problem, then I'd call them."
She stressed, "It doesn't have to be a long-term commitment either."
Friends of the Library have about 10 little libraries in Chico, and she hopes to cross the repairs off her to-do list.
The little libraries are free-standing structures that look a little like birdhouses but with a wide-opening front door so that the books inside are protected from the elements. People are encouraged to take or leave books.
Friends of the Library volunteers keep an eye on the conditions of the books, but it's finding someone to help with the condition of the structures that she wants.
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The 2016 edition of the African Movie Academy Awards (AMAA) will be held in Nigeria after last year's event in South Africa.
The ceremony will take place at Port Harcourt in Rivers state in June. It is the first time, the AMAAs is going to Port Harcourt after a successful nine consecutive editions in Bayelsa State, one in Abuja, Lagos and Port Elizabeth, South Africa respectively.
Reports by Thenewsnigeria.com.ng say Rivers State government signed the hosting right with the management of AMAA making the state the second sub-national government in Nigeria to tap into the huge potentials of AMAA for destination branding.
Mrs. Tonye Briggs Oniyide, state Commissioner of Culture & Tourism, who signed the hosting right on behalf of Governor Nyesom Wike, said hosting the award this year will be the beginning of a partnership that will add immense value to the people of the state and the host city in particular.
"We are repositioning Rivers State as a state ready for business to Nigerians and the rest of the world and our partnership with AMAA will become a veritable platform to attract tourists, global and Nigeria icons in business and the entertainment industry. We want to showcase Rivers State as a peaceful place where socio-economic activities thrive and also the hospitality of our people. There is a huge economy around entertainment and show business in Port Harcourt," Oniyide said.
She noted that the state government is determined to position Port Harcourt as a destination of choice in Nigeria and West Africa, adding that the state will soon unveil a calendar of entertainment and tourist activities that will create job opportunities for the teeming youths of the state.
"While our state is known for her hydrocarbon resources His Excellency, Governor Wike's administration through the Ministry of Culture & Tourism through initiatives like AMAA wants the world to know and take advantage of the business opportunities that abound in Rivers State," she added.
Ms. Peace Anyiam-Osigwe, founder of the awards organisation, while speaking on the new partnership with the state, said that it marks the beginning of a new phase in the journey of the continental awards that started 12 years ago.
"We are very happy with this development and express our gratitude to Governor Wike and the good people of Rivers State. We value this partnership and we promise that it will be a rewarding one for the government and people of this great state," Anyiam-Osigwe stated.
This year's awards will now take place on Saturday 11 June and the nomination night where nominees into the 28 categories will be announced will hold on Wednesday 11 May.
The previous nomination nights had taken place in Accra, Ghana; Nairobi, Kenya; Johannesburg, South Africa; Banjul, Gambia; Lilongwe, Malawi; Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso and Los Angeles, United States of America.
As part of the pre-AMAA activities, the state will host a sponsorship night in conjunction with the Africa Film Academy to mobilize corporate sponsors for the awards while the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) has been signed on as the major broadcast partner for the awards night with a Live Telecast to over 100 million people across the globe.
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This is Storm Watch. Here at CON WEATHER whenever a storm could impact the NorthEast I will do a daily overview of what I am thinking with the storm. Today I will be covering the potential winter storm for January 3rd - 6th. Please keep in mind this forecast is subject to change as it is far out.
So far this season winter storms have been near impossible to predict. Every time there was a potential, the models would lead us on with snow but 2-3 days out the models would change the track of the storm and either push it to the south, leaving the northeast dry or move it through the great Lakes leaving the northeast with heavy rain. Despite having an early season nor'easter and record shattering lake effect in November this December has kind of been a dud for snow. Believe it or not, Las Vegas may end up with more snow than NYC and Boston by the time the month is over. Because of this tricky pattern it leads me to believe this storm could simply be a dud too. But we still need to watch it closely. Even though the models dropped off snowfall this morning, the storm will need to be monitored.I won't talk much as there is little to none model agreement with this storm. Stay tuned for more updates around 2 PM.
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In the wake of the terrorist attack in Manhattan yesterday that killed 8 people, Bryan Fischer, in his infinite wisdom, has single-handedly simplified "extreme vetting" and solved our Islamic terrorism problem for good. His solution? Just ask people if they're interested in implementing Sharia Law in the US. If they say yes then you don't let them in. Problem solved. Why didn't we think of that?
Sounds totally terrorist-proof. No Islamist could ever get by that. Would pretty much solve the whole problem. Extreme vetting FTW! #moron
— Kevin Davis (@SecularVoices) November 1, 2017
For more answers to the problems facing America, I suggest you follow Bryan so he can drop his wisdom onto your twitter feed regularly. If you do, you'll get more useful tidbits like these:
Mitt Romney, the man who gave us sodomy-based marriage by executive fiat, wants to run for Senate in Utah. No thanks.
— Bryan Fischer (@BryanJFischer) October 28, 2017
Trump is wrong. Hillary-Russia collusion not like Watergate. It's worse. Watergate was a third-rate burglary, this about national security.
— Bryan Fischer (@BryanJFischer) October 26, 2017
Wingerleft helps me get the word out: 'If You're An Environmentalist,' You Should Support The Death Penalty https://t.co/C2cj5Auh6I
— Bryan Fischer (@BryanJFischer) October 12, 2017
The hits never end. Bryan Fischer is always good for a chuckle or a white-knuckle rage-induced tirade, depending on how you handle this type of lunacy.
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Give Brazilians the opportunity to buy the best of Bangladeshi garments!
That seemed to be the essence of what the Bangladesh Commerce Minister said at a recent meeting.
Tipu Munshi has urged Brazil to slash the existing 35 per cent import duty so as to make the process of exporting Bangladesh's ready-made garments (RMG) to Brazil easy.
During a recent meeting with the leaders of São Paulo Chamber of Commerce, Tipu reportedly stated that if the duty on import items is lowered, the people of Brazil will get an opportunity of buying Bangladesh's world class RMG at a reasonable price.
The Commerce Minister also called on Brazilian businesspersons and importers and sought their cooperation to pave way for Bangladeshi products in Brazilian market.
He said during the meeting that the high import duty could be lowered only if both the countries sign free trade agreements.
Tipu also added that Bangladesh was developing 100 special economic zones, initiated by Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, and the Government is willing to allocate special zones for all those Brazilian businesspersons who desire to invest in Bangladesh.
What else happened at the meeting!
A memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed btween BGMEA and São Paulo Chamber of Commerce and they also decided to strengthen cooperation between BGMEA and Textile and Apparel Department of Brazil.
There will also be a trade fair organised by BGMEA in Sau Paulo on 7 and 8 November 2019.


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Tip of the Week: Enjoy Holiday Food Without Sacrificing Your Waistline
Tis the season of cookies, egg nog and expanding waistlines! Every year I pledge to avoid the dessert table at holiday parties and every year I fail. Maybe I will have some success after reading with this week's Tip brought to us from guest writer Jennifer Harrison, a Registered Dietitian at Lutheran Health Network:
Holidays are a time of celebration, family, and ultimately, food. Many gatherings are based around food, and it can be a struggle for most to make healthy decisions.
Here are some tips to help you enjoy the holidays while not sacrificing your waistline!
- Don't deprive yourself and remember that portion control is key. Have what you enjoy in moderate amounts. Scan the food table and decide ahead of time what you want. This helps to avoid over-loading your plate as you move down the line. Don't forget to add nutritious and filling fruits and vegetables!
- When it comes to dessert, pick one that is sure to be a palate-pleaser. Is this the one time of year you have pecan pie? Enjoy a small slice, and forgo the others!
- Whether you are hosting or a guest, make an effort to bring a healthy option to share. When you are eating and visiting, keep your back to the food. When it is out of sight, out of mind can be a great ally!
- Make sure to keep your water glass filled. Not only will it help you stay hydrated, it will also help keep you full.
- After the meal, bundle up and go outside for a walk. Not only will it burn some calories, but it can be a great time to visit with family and friends while getting some fresh air.
Whatever your goals are this holiday season, be sure to make a game plan and stick with it so that you can have a healthy and enjoyable holiday season!
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Here at NACO we administer the Angel and incubator streams of Immigration, Refugee, and Citizenship Canada's Startup Visa program by designating leading Angel groups, incubators and accelerators from across the country.
Angel groups, incubators and accelerators designated to participate under the program are able to provide immigrant entrepreneurs with access to an expedited immigration process. The process is intended to allow for the expedited migration of foreign-owned businesses looking to operate in Canada by providing up to five (5) founders or core team members with permanent residency, provided that they meet the criteria established under the program and IRCC's general requirements for immigration.
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Angel groups, incubators, and accelerators interested in accessing the Startup Visa program must first become members of NACO by completing the online application and meeting all the guidelines of NACO membership.
Angel groups, incubators and accelerators seeking to participate in either the Angel of incubator stream of the Startup Visa Program may apply for NACO's recommendation for designation under the program by filling out the application form found on the NACO member portal.
We've seen great successes from the Startup Visa Program. Our friends at NEXT Canada have an excellent example of that.
NEXT Canada is a national, non-profit organization that develops exceptional talent to create world-class ventures and propel technology adoption. It is a designated entity under the Startup Visa Program. Founded in 2010 as The Next 36 by a group of pioneering business leaders and academics, NEXT Canada is now a leader in the delivery of cutting-edge programming designed to foster lifelong entrepreneurship in three streams: NextAI, Next 36 and Next Founders. Their programs, delivered through meaningful partnerships between government and the private sector, strengthen the foundations of Canada's current and future health and prosperity.
NextAI is a NEXT Canada program that was launched to create a world-leading AI ecosystem in Canada by funding, supporting, and mentoring entrepreneurs working on AI technology. The program is open to both Canadian and international students, professionals and entrepreneurs, who are interested in developing and building commercially viable ideas underpinned by
We got a chance to ask NEXT Canada's Director of Marketing and Communications, Jon French some questions a couple weeks ago!
What impact does the Startup Visa program have on Canada's early-stage startup ecosystem?
The Startup Visa Program is an incredible asset for Canada and our innovation ecosystem. It serves as a magnet for brilliant, entrepreneurial individuals and early stage companies to set up shop in Canada, creating jobs and impact for our economy. With regards to NextAI, it allows us to leverage investments made in AI-related research over decades and fast track the commercialization and adoption of this research. We are seeing many international entrepreneurs join forces with Canadian founders to create exciting new businesses.
I found out about the SUV Program back in 2017 when my business partners and I were starting Aerialytic, our venture. I was working remotely from Mexico and traveling to Canada every 3 months to meet with my business partners. Since we wanted to have the entire team based in Canada, we looked online for all the possible avenues for me to relocate and found out about the Startup Visa. We noticed that Next Canada was one of the designated entities for the program and decided to apply to Next AI. Once accepted, Next generously provided me with immigration lawyers that helped me go through the application process. I must say that the process is quite straightforward. Since I had to be in Canada ASAP, the lawyers suggested I apply for a work permit at the port of entry in order to work as an entrepreneur while my PR application was in process. The work permit processing took no more than 20 mins at YYZ [Pearson Airport] and it allowed me to go through the Next AI program and relocate to Canada right away. The rest of the process was much more simple, I simply had to send all my required documentation as it was being requested by IRCC. Finally, in November I received an invitation for a landing interview and became a permanent resident.


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Now that Barack Obama has all but secured the nomination blah blah blah, the only question that remains is, will he man up and pick someone who's actually cool for his running mate? I say Dennis Kucinich would be the perfect choice (except that it would make Obama a potential laughingstock). Otherwise I don't know…Al Gore? Ugh, whatever. I'm just glad it's over.
And to all those Hillary supporters who now want to vote for McCain out of spite — for shame! Don't come whining to the rest of us when you have to get a back alley abortion.


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Herman – General Manager, Puma Energy, Indonesia
The general manager of a mid- and downstream oil company that has recently taken the local market by storm reveals the unique opportunities presented by employing a counter-cyclical business strategy at a moment when asset disposals are rife. He also sheds light on the benefits to be derived from tapping into the 'mining sector and energy provision' nexus.
Puma Energy, a globally integrated midstream and downstream oil company and subsidiary of the commodity trading multinational Trafigura, has been going through an expansionist phase and yesterday actually posted profit increases of 16 percent compared to a year ago. Tell us about these successes and the strategies underpinning them.
That's absolutely right. We are in the midst of a highly interesting period in Puma's lifecycle. As global oil prices have dropped, a lot of the majors have been increasing their downstream asset disposals, but Puma remains steadfast in executing its original business strategy and already is reaping the rewards: a rise in gross profit from USD 325 million in Q2 2014 to USD 375 million in Q2 this year. The other major piece of news has been the announcement of a very healthy USD 500 million investment into Puma from our main shareholders, Trafigura and Sonangol. This increase in share capital very much represents a tick in the box and endorsement of our business strategy and crucially provides us with scope for action as and when we see opportunities unfolding in the marketplace.
Only 18 months ago, we weren't maintaining full operations in South East Asia and were perceived as a company primarily focused on emerging economies. We have, however, been working very hard to broaden out that original network and expand into new markets around the globe. If three years ago we were operational in 19 markets, the figure today stands at no less than 47 and reflects our movement into hub markets such as Australia, South Africa, the UK and North America. Simultaneously we have been complementing this geographical expansion with a diversification of product lines and customer bases. This not only affords us a very stable business platform in which risks are sensibly hedged, but also places us in a very enviable 'first-mover' position when you consider that we now constitute the only player in the downstream segment possessing truly global network and genuinely integrated supply chain.
Stretching beyond our traditional product areas, we have been energetic in branching out into the supply of gas, lubricants and bitumens. Today I am proud to say we possess the 4th largest bitumen fleet of vessels in the world and 16 dedicated bitumen terminals which is pretty impressive considering that we only decided to move into that particular market one and a half years ago. This sort of rapid transformation is very much in line with our corporate ethos and philosophy and what we affectionately refer to as 'puma pace.' We've also enjoyed some eye-catching highlights on the way: supplying the US military craft as well as Obama's Air force one and the Pope's official carrier, 'Shepherd one.'
What have been the main milestones characterizing Puma's engagement with the Indonesian market?
Indonesia had already been designated as a strategically important market for our parent company which is entirely logical given the country's vast mineral wealth and Trafigura's long established track record as one of the heavyweight trading houses in precious metals. There are different ways to enter a market such as Indonesia and the pathway Puma eventually resolved upon was to buy into a company with an existing asset base and reputation. We essentially bought into Medco's downstream business back in 2012 and then, early last year, acquired the remaining shares. This represented a fundamental step forwards for the local entity as it empowered us to be in control of our own destiny.
By buying up someone else's house and remodeling it to our liking, we were able to slot into the market faster than would otherwise have been the case. We still had to take our time, however, to thoroughly evaluate the local partner and conduct the proper due diligence. We were aware that some foreign entities have ended up with inappropriate local partners through having been overly hasty in their selection process and were eager to avoid that particular pitfall. In Medco, we thankfully selected an iconic and reliable local brand whose downstream apparatus would serve as a stable foundation on which to build further.
Our in-country strategy right now is basically to supply high-speed diesel to the mining industry as an entry point. There is a lot of demand from the energy thirsty extractive industries and it actually makes perfect sense to focus on this B2B niche given the embedded expertise of Trafigura. In the longer perspective, however, we can perhaps also envisage branching into retail and the lubricants market.
Tapping into the nexus between energy and mining is increasingly mentioned an emergent market opportunity in Indonesia and probable growth spot for suppliers and distributors. What is so attractive about catering to this niche market?
The Indonesian mining sector is highly dependent on securing a steady and reliable fuel source and its actors are increasingly willing to pay for an internationally classed distributor that can guarantee security of supply. A large percentage of a mine's operations requires a consistent supply of clean fuel otherwise the machines will not function optimally. International and local mining firms alike are actively seeking reputable partners with capabilities to fulfill their energy needs at a competitive price. We are confident that we are just the sort of entity that can fit the bill.
How do you assess the competition and Puma's points of differentiation?
There are three types of competition: SOEs that have traditionally been running everything, some local players that have established a definite presence in the supply market such as AKR Corporindo and then the oil majors that have extended out into the midstream and downstream.
Of the SOEs, Pertamina is the big elephant in the marketplace that, in spite of its considerable sway, cannot realistically attend to the entire archipelago's supply chain needs alone. There therefore remains many decent opportunities for a company like Puma to collaborate with the national champion to help plug the needs of the Indonesian economy. In terms of international competitors, the field is rather thin. Super-majors like Total and Shell maintain their retail stations, but the subsidizing of fuel has never made the lower part of the value chain particularly profitable and, under the current economic climate, the tendency for them has been very much to pull back from anything outside their core capabilities. Vis-à-vis the local entities, our global network, exposure to international best practice and accumulated expertise from around the world enable us to deliver a much more robust service offering.
It's important to remember that Puma enjoys a long history in dealing with emerging markets and really understands what it takes to build and grow a business in contexts where the legal frameworks change frequently and the rules of the game remain fluid. Having taken the time to roll out a long-term business plan and to familiarize ourselves with the indigenous culture and regulatory structures, we are well positioned to operate smoothly as we seek to grow our Indonesian operations. This sets us apart from some of our competitors and renders us a much better partner to the nation. By contrast, those that have short-circuited the process in the first place by cutting corners with their entry strategies will likely find it much heavy going when they attempt to scale up their activities.
Puma's other distinguishing feature is its flexibility, versatility and speediness in decision-making. How does this come about?
Absolutely. We are much more agile than any oil major could ever aspire to be and this confers upon us a significant advantage: we can adjust to changes in market demand or regulation very swiftly where as their very hierarchical, vertically structured command and control systems inhibit such rapid response times. We can adapt very precisely to our clients needs as and when they evolve. It all stems from Puma's corporate ethos characterized by a very flat management structure that delegates considerable operational control to the country managers. As the country managers are the closest authority to the client, we trust their judgments. This allows us to bypass all that hierarchy, red tape and inefficient cost structures that bog down so many of our competitors. This ethos trickles down into the inner workings of the company: our office space is set up as an open-plan trading floor in which all staff, irrespective of seniority or rank, have the access to exactly the same phone, desk and computer.
How strategically relevant are Puma's Indonesian activities given all that is going on elsewhere across the company's business portfolio?
Indonesia offers massive potential and is fundamental to our South East Asian footprint. We may not have a retail presence in every country, but more often than not we do assume a critical role as linchpins in the security of energy supply. We aspire to position ourselves at the very epicenter of Indonesia's energy supply solutions.
That is not to say it will be an easy ride and we are well aware of the need to proceed in a robust and purposeful manner. The Indonesian market is always going to present greater complexity than a country such as Botswana with a population of 3 million and a relatively stable, small-scale infrastructure where we can be pretty sure of hitting our business objective. The sheer scale of the market and expansiveness of the geography make Indonesia an entirely different proposition, but not one that daunts us.
On the face of it, Indonesia looks like a supply chain nightmare. With over 18 000 islands and a legacy in which the infrastructural development of population-heavy Sumatra and Java has been privileged at the expense of the periphery and outer regions, there are considerable unmet energy needs. Then there is no central grid into which you can plug in and play as might be expected in Europe or North America. Instead you encounter isolated power plants fed by diesel at considerable expense and substantial pressure for generation of environmentally unfriendly coal fired power due to the local abundance of that particular resource. To cap it all off, you confront a myriad of permitting issues at the regency and local authorities levels that also threaten to wreak havoc with any supply chain that you might be attempting to set up and entail winning over each local community in turn.
Nevertheless what others might interpret as formidable barriers to entry, we view as excellent opportunities. For a start, domestic demand for supply and distribution of imported oil products will only increase as the population mushrooms and the country scales the value chain. There will be much work to do in putting in place and tying in the necessary supply chains and Puma, as one of the biggest oil traders in the world, will be very well positioned to fulfill that function. What's more our engagement with the market comes at an opportune time precisely at the moment when the new government and presidency are promoting equitable growth and the energy integration of remote regions. The incumbent government's program for action necessitates extensive energy infrastructure development to world-class standards and it is companies like Puma, with a track record of 55 new builds per year and annual 1.6 billion spend on capex, that possess the tools to realize such dreams. As such Indonesia represents a highly prospective market that is increasing in significance.
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Infor provides several applications--including M3, Infor Enterprise Search (IES), Infor Enterprise Collaborator (IEC), Infor Process Automation (IPA) --that send events to other applications.
M3 database records are sent to IES
M3 Business Message (MBM) initiator files are sent to IEC
M3 application messages trigger workflows in IPA/PFI
The event format and communication method is proprietary for each application that receives events:
Sockets with a proprietary protocol to IES
SNDSTMF (M3 streamfile socket protocol) + XML to IEC
Proprietary IPA/PFI client code
This is done point-to-point in a spaghetti solution where the event provider needs to implement different event formats and communication for each event consumer. Each event consumer receives different types of events from the event provider, for example M3 database events to IES, M3 media management events (and more) to IEC, and M3 application messages to IPA/PFI. You cannot, for example, send an M3 database event to IEC.
If you want to send a non-standard event from M3 to IPA/PFI or IEC, you need to add those by custom Java code in M3. At the same time, IES receives many events from M3 without any custom Java code. Events are both sent from an application and received in a generic way. This leads to a hub-and-spoke solution which is exactly what the Event Hub is.


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The Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) Monitoring Service provides continuous monitoring of your drivers' Motor Vehicle Records.
Getting this information as soon as it's available instead of waiting for an annual MVR pull allows you to remove unsafe drivers from the road and provide immediate coaching.
The sooner you are aware of your drivers' citations, suspensions, revocations and other negative driving events, the sooner you can take action to correct their behavior. Corrective action training is included with your service!
Leverage our 65+ years of helping the transportation industry improve safety and compliance.
Your specialist gets to know your business, shares a wealth of experience managing drivers, and becomes an extension of your safety team.
Demonstrated by our accreditation by the National Association of Background Screeners and ISO 27001: 2013 certification.
Address all of your driver compliance challenges, including driver qualification file management, drug & alcohol testing and hours-of-service management.
Use your secure J. J. Keller® web portal to view your drivers' MVR history at any time.
We'll provide J. J. Keller® training courses to your drivers when negative events are reported and provide tracking to make sure it's completed.
Take a proactive approach to compliance and safety. Contact us today for a no-obligation discussion!
We Implement Service
We assign a dedicated compliance specialist who works with you to implement your service (location contacts, driver rosters, etc.) and ensure all signed driver releases are received.
We Create Electronic Files & Run Baseline MVR
We receive drivers' releases, run baseline MVRs and begin monitoring your drivers' records continuously.
You Receive Notification Of Any Driver Events
If any drivers have a negative event, it will trigger a notice from the state. We will then alert you of this negative driver event, order the driver's MVR from the state, and audit the MVR for completeness and accuracy against the driver's license. We will then contact you regarding the issue and place an electronic image of the driver's MVR in their file in the J. J. Keller DataSense™ web portal.
We Enroll Driver in Corrective Action Training
While you provide your driver with coaching based your company's policy, we will enroll your driver in a J. J. Keller® training course targeted to correct the negative event. Course completions are visible in the J. J. Keller DataSense™ web portal.
We Continuously Monitor Your Drivers
We continually monitor your drivers' driving records for any other negative driving events.
Great for monitoring regulated and non-regulated drivers, as well as uncovering citations drivers accrue when operating their personal vehicles.
|Alcohol & drug violations
|Driving or operating a motor vehicle under the influence of drugs or alcohol, refused to submit test for alcohol.
|Improper driver behavior
|Improver driving behavior, leaving an accident before police arrive.
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|Failure to use lights as required, seat belt not used properly.
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This whitepaper offers some practical tips for drivers on how to assist their company in lowering CSA BASIC scores. Checklists — tailored to fit the driver's role — are provided at the end of the document to promote discussion and offer some basic recordkeeping reminders.


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Visionary's Club
Cosmopolitan Debate Club in Lyon
a debate club to open your mind
The Visionary's Club is a loosely organised forum of people from different origins and professions mostly living in Lyon, that meet once in a while to exchange their ideas, learn from each other and broaden their view.
In order to enrich the encounters, we aim to integrate open minds that have made different experiences or think differently. That is why we seek to welcome people that pursued different formations in different countries. A priori, the debates will be held in French and English, but on request, this might be put to a vote.
The encounters shall not be claimed by a political idea or a particular interest (least of all a financial one). There is not a need to agree on something. Apart from logistical aspects, the club is self-governed by its members. Therefore, the club endorses the principles of transparency and bottom-up decision-making. The encounters are not chaired in the hope that everyone is well-behaved.
Photo Credits: Project Yosemite
cosy encounters right at your place
There is no office. The encounters are taking place in the apartments proposed by its members or outdoors. While the apartments offer only place for a limited number of participants, Lyon's Roman open-air theatre has a comfortable size for about 10 000 people. However, we are in favour of small meetings, so that everyone gets the chance to get to known and talk to all other participants.
Photo Credits: Flickr/Jean-Michel SANGLERAT
private online community platform
To ease the organisation, a next-generation forum is made available to all known members. It is used to share interesting links, propose new topics, gather feed-back, find the next revenue and send invitations. To get access to the private forum, you need to receive an invitation from an existing member or get in contact with us, e.g. per mail. The forum is in fact part of a trial to provide a privacy-aware solution.
Meet people that share your
opinion interests and make new friends!
For a vivid discussion, it is important to get everyone involved. Become active and contribute to the discussion. You are a listener and speaker!
Get active and propose a topic you find interesting. It doesn't have to be a debate, we are open for film projections, theatre shows, etc.
Gatherings should not feel like work. It's our free time and it should be a pleasure.
If you want so, you can take the gatherings as an occasion to improve your foreign language skills.
No need here for a Facebook, Twitter or Google-Account to participate. We are in favour for decentralisation.
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First of all, there is no formal registration as the Visionary's Club is an informal forum. Member is considered everyone with a forum account to receive invitations and propose encounters.
If you do not know any members, do not hesitate to write a mail or a tweet.
We do not want to convince people to join the project. We want to become discovered. Generally, we refrain from advertising publicly. However, if you like this project, please tell your friends and bring them with you.


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Seek and Find
Written by Shelby Owens on December 14, 2017
Acts 17:25-27 MSG
"Starting from scratch, he made the entire human race and made the earth hospitable, with plenty of time and space for living so we could seek after God, and not just go around in the dark but actually find him."
It's crazy to think that God gave us this world, our jobs, our families and everything else so that we could use it to seek Him and know Him more. We thankfully serve a God that doesn't dictate our lives. We have the choice to be saved, to pray and to read our Bibles. Having a relationship with God is our choice, so my challenge today and every day is to Make the Decision To Seek God.
Matthew 7:7-8
"Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives; the one who seeks finds; and to the one who knocks, the door will be opened."
When we seek God, He shows up. He is the God who spoke to Moses through a burning bush; the God who spoke to Samuel in an audible voice in his sleep; and the God who came to earth as a man. He is not afraid to do something new. Seeking God starts with our foundation of prayer and reading His word, so for some of us, seeking Him more starts there. But there is more to seeking God than in our morning devotion and or bedtime prayer.
We can seek and find God in the everyday.
The best way that I connect with God is through his creation. Some of my favorite memories from college were going to my friend, Charlotte's, beach house. It was on Anna Maria Island right on the beach. I would sit and stare at the ocean and just think about the beauty of God and His creation. We can find Him in the sunset, in large fields, on a long hike and in the rain.
Job 12:7-10
"Ask the animals, and they will teach you, or the birds of the air, and they will tell you; or speak to the earth, and it will teach you, or let the fish of the sea inform you. Which of these does not know that the hand of the Lord has done this? In His hand is the life of every creature and the breath of all mankind."
Living life in a way where I simply think of God more causes me to discover more of him.
My boss at Southeastern, where I attended college, had a game in his mind that he would do to think of God more in his everyday life. For example, he would be driving home in his car and see a lamppost. He would say, "This lamppost reminds me of God because when everything is dark around us, He will still be our source of light." "God is like this microphone because He amplifies my voice. He amplifies the people who will hear me and the people who will hear His word." "God is like my phone alarm because even when I forget what time it is, when I forget what I should be doing, when I forget who I am, He is here to remind me of His word and that I am his child."
…What if we lived our lives like that?
We can find Him in our jobs. We can be thankful for what our jobs provide for us. When we feel like there isn't a purpose to what we do, we can think the way God would have us think. Selfishly, I can think that I spend eight hours a day in Birmingham and more than two hours in the car all to write a commercial for a luxury product that someone may or may not buy. Or I can think, I make commercials that keep our company up and running so that people can hear Christian music throughout their day.
That is the difference between focusing on myself or seeking God in my everyday life.
It's deciding how my ordinary life can be a daily offering to God.
Whether we go to school, play sports or have full time jobs, we can find a way to dwell in His presence, give Him adoration and give Him glory at the same time.
We have to find God more than just on top of the mountains and in the valleys.
When something amazing happens, we praise God. When some-thing bad happens, we ask God for help. What if we went to Him for more than that?
What if we went to Him in the ordinary and mundane? All we need to do is to look at the ordinary in our lives and see how we can make it an offering to God.
Look at the Earth we have been given and find Him in it.
Take advantage of having His word and a direct relationship to Him.
To have a relationship with God, we have to spend time with Him. Whether we have insane revelations or not, the time we put in matters. If I came home from working all day, then went home to go watch television by myself and only said good morning and goodnight to my husband every day, our relation-ship wouldn't be that great. That's why God needs more of our time, our thoughts and daily activities.
Once we develop this relationship, we become aware of His presence and we can recognize His voice.
John 10:27
"My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me."
When we seek Him, we find Him.
Shelby Owens
Creative Writer/Producer
Crawford Broadcasting


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The men attacked the woman and a male friend before penetrating her with a metal rod.
She later died in Singapore hospital from her injuries two weeks later.
Judge Yogesh Khanna said the attack "shocked the collective conscience" of India as he announced the sentence.
He added: "In these times, when crime against women is on the rise, the courts cannot turn a blind eye toward such gruesome crimes."
One of the four men, 20-year-old Vinay Sharma, wailed as he heard the decision.
Defense lawyer A.P Singh shouted: "This is not the victory of truth. But it is the defeat of justice."
The victims family called for the death penalty throughout the case.
Her father said: "I am very happy our girl has got justice."
The 23-year-old victim was walking home from the cinema with a male friend when the gang lured them onto a bus they were joyriding.
They beat up the friend, and then took turns to rape the victim repeatedly.
She had been studying to become a physiotherapist.
The judge's order must be confirmed by India's High Court.
An appeal can be lodged with the High Court, as well as to the Supreme Court, and they can ask the president for clemency.
The attack had transfixed India, where it was seen as a reflection on rampant mistreatment of women and the government's inability to deal with crime.
Thousands have protested during the case, calling for the death penalty and tougher laws.
India's Supreme Court has ruled that the death penalty should be used only in "the rarest of rare cases."
Only two people - both terrorists - have been executed in India since 2004.