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04 Dec
SHAH ALAM: I-Bhd will be launching its first city centre project, 8 Kia Peng, in 1Q2016. I-Bhd is the developer of the 72-acre i-City in Shah Alam.
04 Dec
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian Resources Corporation Bhd (MRCB) plans to sell its 33-storey green office tower Menara Shell (pic) to commercial real estate investment trust MQ REIT for RM640mil.
02 Dec
KUALA LUMPUR: Construction work on the Penang light railway transit (LRT) project, which is part of the first phase of the island's Transport Master Plan (TMP), will start in 2018.
02 Dec
THE Damansara City Mall scheduled to be launched April next year is set to bring a new lease of life to the neighbourhood.
30 Nov
JOHOR BARU (Nov 30): Johor Bahru is getting a facelift and it is being done with a royal stamp of approval. On Nov 22, the Sultan of Johor, Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar, officially launched the Ibrahim International Business District (IIBD) transformation plan, which will see about 250 acres of land in the city centre redeveloped. This 'transformation zone' is bordered by Jalan Ayer Molek, Jalan Tun Sri Lanang, Jalan Tun Abdul Razak and Jalan Sultan Ibrahim.
26 Nov
PETALING JAYA: Prices of factory space could be on an uptrend by next year, spurred by upcoming infrastructure projects outlined under Budget 2016.
26 Nov
Kuala Lumpur (Nov 26): GuocoLand Malaysia Bhd's Damansara City Mall (DC Mall), part of the RM2.5 billion flagship development Damansara City, is now 50% leased out. GuocoLand expects DC Mall to be 70% leased by its opening in April next year.
25 Nov
JOHOR BAHRU (Nov 23): The Sultan of Johor, Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar, launched the Ibrahim International Business District (IIBD) at the Persada Johor International Convention Centre here yesterday, in conjunction with his 57th birthday celebrations.
24 Nov
With a slew of mega projects scheduled to transform the Kuala Lumpur skyline, the capital city will soon be in a construction boom. Cranes and cement mixers will be a common sight around KL.
23 Nov
KUALA LUMPUR: Permodalan Nasional Bhd (PNB) has awarded the contract to build the Menara Wawasan or also known as Menara KL118 to the joint venture of South Korea's Samsung C&T and UEM Group Bhd.


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If you missed out on getting tickets to Comic-Con in San Diego, CA this year, don't despair. There's still a chance you (and a friend) could be there, as VIPs no less.
Last night, 24 June, 2011, DreamWorks Studios launched The Fright Night Feeding Frenzy. The social media campaign is intended to build buzz for the upcoming release of the film Fright Night. As part of The Fright Night Feeding Frenzy, fans are encouraged to use their social networks (Facebook, Twitter, Blogs, etc.) to share movie content and check in to real world events in order to collect points. Prizes will be awarded each week beginning 1 July and continuing through the Fright Night premiere on 19 August, 2011.
Among the prizes up for grabs is a VIP trip for two to San Diego Comic Con in partnership with Yahoo! Movies. The trip includes travel, accommodations and admittance to all scheduled Fright Night events.
Comic Con is hosting a special insider look at the 3D reimagining of the classic 1985 horror film Fright Night. On Friday, 22 July, a panel including Jerry Dandridge (Colin Farrell), Charlie Brewster (Anton Yelchin), 'Evil' Ed Thompson (Christopher Mintz-Plasse) and Amy Peterson (Imogen Poots) as well as Fright Night director Craig Gillespie and screenwriter Marti Noxon will be talking about the film and the challenges of remaking a cult classic. (Sadly, it doesn't sound as though the vampire hunter Peter Vincent (Dr. Who David Tennant) will not be attending Comic Con this year.) Other activities include a fan appreciation party and an advance screening.
More information about the Fright Night Feeding Frenzy and how to join can be found at: www.welcometofrightnight.com

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...you become obsessed with a particular project/book/craft/chore - whatever - and you absolutely MUST finish it TODAY???? A form of OCD? (No offense to those of you who may, in fact, have Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.)
This weekend, I started another home improvement project. First off, let me say that it's huge progress that I know only work on a single project at a time. No starting new projects until I complete the one I'm already working on.
Anyway, this weekend, we decided to tackle the garage. Calling it a 'garage' is a stretch. It's very tiny. You *might* be able to fit a car inside if you had nothing else in there. We just don't live that way (in part, because our house is so tiny, we need the extra space for storage).
So we've decided to admit defeat (a motorized vehicle will never reside within its walls). We're sorting through what to pitch, what to donate and what to keep. We're rearranging shelves. We're going to buy a work station and cabinets. We're going to paint the floor gray and repaint the walls white. By 'we', I mean 'me.' Okay, Dear Hubby, is helping with the heavy lifting and spider removal, but I'm doing the bulk of the work. (Besides, painting over spiders is a pretty effective means of getting rid of them. It was an accident, folks. Really.)
Because the garage is so small and there's so much stuff, I have to either move stuff out into the driveway or move it to one side of the garage while I paint the other half, then paint the other side and move the stuff back. Plus the place where I'm donating the usuable stuff can't pick it up until September 21.
I'm getting burned out, though. I'm really ready for the this project to be over. But I still have purchase and assemble the cabinets. If I could just a good, uninterrupted, twenty or so hours, I know I can make it look great. (Yeah, right.)
I know, I know. Break the job into manageable pieces. But I don't want manageable, I want closure. I want to be finished. I want to start plotting my next project. (sigh)
One mom's attempt at maintaining a little slice of sanity in a house full of boys...
Monday, August 21, 2006
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Wow. What a woman. I don't ever hardly even step into our garage. It's smelly. Hope you get it all done!!! I have to start packing, and I'm dreading it!! Packing is a large project, and it sucks!!!
- Elle*Bee said...
flip flop, I know what you mean about packing. I hate it, too. My hubby laughs at me that I'll tackle these huge projects (the garage, the walkway) but I get overwhelmed with wiping down the stove. I guess I prefer working on things that have a bigger impact.
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Today I'm showing you how to make root beer. I promise you'll be thanking me … this homemade root beer is delicious! I actually don't like storebought root beer but I'm a convert for this homemade recipe!
We had some friends over for a playdate yesterday and I served root beer floats with my homemade root beer. The floats were a hit with kids and adults alike!
And it's simple to make. You mix up the concentrate in advance and then mix it with sparkling water when you're ready to serve. I'm planning on keeping a container of homemade root beer in my fridge all summer long!
Wanna sip some too? Here's the recipe.
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Chocolate Protein Cookies
These chocolate delights were made with Everlast Vegan Protein Powder. Protein is very important. Why not add it to your dessert or snack?!
- 1 cup Flour
- 1/3 cup Everlast Protein Powder
- 1 tsp Baking Powder (aluminum free)
- 1/4 tsp Baking Soda
- 2 tbs Cacao (If you do not have it use cocoa powder)
- * 1/4 cup Vegan Butter (We used Earth Balanced Brand)
- 1 cup Organic Coconut Palm Sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 tbs Almondmilk, unsweetened
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- White Chocolate Chips, optional
*Be sure the butter is softened. We let our butter sit out while gathering ingredients.
- Preheat your oven to 325 degrees. We have a gas stove and preheated it to 300 degrees as our stove gets hot pretty quick.
- Combine all dry ingredients in a small bowl.
- In a medium bowl, combine the butter and sugar. Mix until fluffy (or smoothed).
- Add the eggs, one at a time, to the butter/sugar mixture. Once both eggs are blended add in the remaining ingredients (almondmilk and vanilla).
- Take the small bowl of dry ingredients and add it to the mixture. Make sure it is mixed well.
- Line your cookie sheet with parchment paper.
- Use a rounded *teaspoon to drop batter onto the lined cookie sheet. Add white chocolate chips on top, optional.
- Bake for about 10-15 minutes. Depends on your oven and temperature.
- Take out of oven and let the cookies cool a bit before serving.
- Enjoy!
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Mother opened nappy to find three-month-old son had been circumcised
Uncategorized 2017-06-29 Henry Okafor 7
A mother has told how she opened her three-month-old baby's nappy to find he had been circumcised without her consent.
"I opened the nappy and I ended up having to leave the room because I felt hysterical," the mother, who did not want to be identified, told the BBC.
"It was just awful really, it wasn't very nice, there was all blood there and stuff."
The boy was said to have been operated on while on a visit to his paternal grandparents, who are Muslim.
The boy's parents are separated, with the doctor alleged to have carried out the circumcision for religious reasons before the infant was returned to his mother later the same day.
She complained to the police about the clinician, claiming her son was in obvious distress when he was handed back to her.
Campaigners say it is believed to be the first time a police force has treated "non-theraputic" circumcision as GBH.
The 26-year-old mother says the child, now aged four, has suffered repeated physical problems, including inflammation and water infections, in the years since the operation as a direct result.
"It's even illegal to dock dogs' tails. I've come home crying my eyes out thinking a dog has got more rights than my child," she said. "There's something seriously not right with it all. You can protect a dog, you can protect a girl, but not a boy."
Kniyah pollard2017-06-29 #1 Author
I woulda been so upset
Krystal Bonner2017-06-29 #2 Author
Aren't you supposed to sign a consent when they do this ?
Chelley2017-06-30 #3 Author
This should be the parents decision. There could be religious reasons behind why it should or shouldn't be done. Personally if I have a son next, I'll have him circumsized but that's because it would be MY choice.
Destiny Colvin2017-06-30 #4 Author
Oh Wow! I Would Be Hysterical Also! Like How Could You Do That Without Even Saying Anything To Me About It First? Thats Kinda Disrespectful.
Cardranna2017-06-30 #5 Author
So Sorry This Happened , Hope Your Little Man Feels Better Soon 😘
Briana2017-06-30 #6 Author
I would sue them
Shaquila Williams2017-06-30 #7 Author
I hope she sues them. That's not good


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Around the Globe for Women's Health: A Practical Guide for the Health Care Provider By Taraneh Shirazian, Erin Gertz
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In the increasingly globalized twenty-first century, cross-cultural communication and knowledge of culturally informed health practices are critical skills for women's health providers. Around the Globe for Women's Health is a concise, culturally sensitive, and clinically relevant guide that aims to increase health equity through prevention and improved clinical care for women around the world. Case-based chapters highlight clinical issues (such as obstetric fistula, malaria, and postpartum hemorrhage) and barriers to care (the unmet need for family planning, or limited radiotherapy in low-resource countries, for example). Around the Globe for Women's Health is a must-have resource not just for physicians considering working in another country, but all providers seeking to provide better care for diverse populations of women within the United States.


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Swan Lake cuts ice
IN a taste of what Melbourne audiences can expect, the world premiere of Swan Lake on Ice received a standing ovation on its opening night in New Zealand.
The skaters wowed the audience with rings of fire, sword fights and breathtaking lifts in their interpretation of the ballet.
This stylish production in Christchurch was worlds away from Disney on Ice. The troupe, kicking off a two-year tour that will land in Melbourne on August 3, consists of former Russian champions and top competitive skaters with more than 250 medals between them.
The Imperial Ice Stars last brought Swan Lake on Ice to Australia in 2006 but this production features new choreography, moves and story ideas. It combines sport skating, ice dancing, acrobatics and ballet. Freed from the rigid rules of competition skating, the skaters thrilled with flashy, show-off moves including backflips and double lifts.
A move where a skater spun unsupported on her partner's head drew a gasp from the audience. Artistic director Tony Mercer, who formed the Imperial Stars seven years ago, said Swan Lake was more than ballet on ice.''There's lots of stuff that we've created that nobody has ever seen before,'' he said.
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Central Florida Future, Future, student newspapers, 2004-2005 (Vol. 37)
Vol. 37 No. 57, April 11, 2005
Parking Services sounds off about student's misconceptions; Student leaders get recipes for success: Hawaiian-themed summit gives organizations leadership tips amid fun informal atmosphere; Rollin' past opposition: Engineering student encourages women to join male-dominated field; Junior achievers invade college scene: University plays host to hundreds of students interested in higher education; Stadium continues to plague SGA Senate: Senators concerned proposed on-campus football home not worth the price tag.
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This week the boxed set of Billionaire Ever After released and I chose to work with 22 amazing authors of varying degrees of heat because we all wanted to tell a tale of a billionaire. Check out the blurb as we worked as a team to find cover art, write the blurb and really get to know all our characters.
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Then in other news, I finished my 2017 writing goals. Now they need editing but they are done and I can work on 2018 offerings. There are 3 books that are burning through me right now but I can only write 1 at a time. Next time I blog I'll write out my 2018 goals in a list which means I have to hold myself accountable because I said it out loud. (Now dates can fluctuate based on life as these are just goals at the moment.) I don't know about you but I accomplish more when I write it out, and I'm willing to say out loud 'these are my goals' then if I silently try to remember without either writing it down or saying it outloud. People who know me think I'm a go getter but the truth is I could be the laziest person in the world if I didn't follow through on goals and keep my promises to myself. I already know 2018 is going to be unexpected and life changing for me, but goals are the key to keeping the sanity and the work flowing.
Anyhow I hope you have a great day and I'm going to post a few of the 2018 covers that are already on this site so you know, which is funny because I have a cover somewhere for Secret Tryst so I need to get that up here too.


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Apparently the life of this foreign born former A list boy bander has been saved twice in the past month from overdoses.
Apparently the life of this foreign born former A list boy bander has been saved twice in the past month from overdoses.
Posted by ent lawyer at 1:00 AM
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Is he still heavily on drugs?
I'm sure he is.
That's why he was kicked out of the group.
His fake g.f. better get a new beard pronto.
He looks like crap these days
He's prob on the Opioid response program to get the Narcan jet pack.
I believe he quit. His drug habit is why Simon didn't make a big fuss about him quitting.
She needs a new surname. It has already been long since she got last one.
Ever get the feeling that Enty's a bit hyperbolic on the overdose thing? If everyone who he says overdosed actually did, there'd be a celebrity death every hour.
Apparently it was both - he was given the choice to get clean or get out and he chose the door.
lol what about Harry's daily coke habit? Or the others using all matter of substances? They ALL went through excessive partying in that band. No need to single one out and ignore the rest of them. Hopefully they are all healthier now.
Simon probably gave him the drugs while begging him for a blowjob.
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The National Office for Vocations in the UK have produced a DVD for the Year of Consecrated Life. This twenty minute DVD gives an insight into the lives and work of 6 religious men and women living different kinds of religious life. At a meeting of Vocation personnel for the Religious Congegations in the UK on Saturday last, the DVD was presented and there were many suggestions as to its' use in parishes, schools, universities and youth groups. The DVD will be officially launched before the opening of the Year of Consecrated Life on 29th November. It will also be available to download from the website of the Vocations office.
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Compare an image taken with guiding on versus an image taken without guiding (Fig. 1). Both were 1200s exposures with the telescope near the zenith.
Figure 1
Steps to get guiding working
At the moment, it is a bit involved.
- Acquire a target for the principle instrument.
- At the telescope, remove the SBIG-4 camera from the GAM.
- Loosen the screw above the camera, not to the right.
- Turn it less than 1/4 turn, to loosen. It doesn't need much.
- Pull out the camera.
- Hang it on one of the wires around you.
- Insert the CCD-Acquire-Eyepiece
- This is located in the supply cabinet in the warm room.
- It has an illuminated reticle.
- Tighten the set screw gently but firmly. (go figure that one out)
- Move the AutoGuider field of vision to a blank region of the sky using the GAM controllers (+X, -X, +Y, -Y). Don't move the pointing of the telescope itself.
- Take a dark frame.
- Re-insert the CCD camera head, swapping out the eyepiece, of course.
- Press the Take Dark Frame button on the SBIG-4 controller.
- Swap out the CCD camera head with the eyepiece once again.
- Aquire a guide star
- The CCD-Acquire-Eyepiece should be in the GAM, where the CCD camera head usually is
- Centre on a bright star (experience required) again using the GAM controllers (+X, -X, +Y, -Y). Don't move the pointing of the telescope itself.
- Use the illuminated reticle (turn the know to turn on) and dead-centre the star.
- Exchange the eyepiece for the CCD head. We are done with the eyepiece.
- Focus the guide star
- Set the exposure to get around 50 counts
- Calibrate. Takes a minute or so.
- Commence tracking
That's it! Much of this procedure is subject to change, if and when the SBIG-4 controller is connected straight to a computer, making the eyepiece swapping and focusing moot.


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All my childhood I always wanted to be somebody else .I don't know why I was so law in confidence in myself but I always wanted to be as my cousin or my friend.I just didn't know who I was.Who Am I?
I remember I often used to ask myself: What we are here for?As a person?Why we are here?I often used to go to nature .Nobody made me feel better then nature did.It was my second home :) .
This is the most colorful creature I ever made! I called him -Levander breeze, its a young mustang who wonder about in levander garden during sunset in summer.I am a big nature lover since I born.I grew up in place surrounded by beautiful landscapes and it reminds me charming evenings at summer time.We used to lay down on grass ,didn't bother about spiders or ants as I do now.. We just enjoyed flowers,animals,sun and even insect ;) , we felt connected to nature and best place to play with friends,was always in forest , world was and is soo beautiful ..
..this painting made in oil and inspired by my mother land and my childhood. Colourful horse is the way child see itself and the world around. If we don't let that way of seeing the world if we don't let that to be taken from us,if we don't let that go,we can still see world as a magical place to live.
We belong to nature we are part of nature its all us.We don't realise but there is no wall between anything in this world.As a child I remember I used to sit in garden surrounded with this beautiful flowers and talk to them.They made me feel beautiful as a princess ,same as they were.I experience something that calls wonderland .
IF u realise that you are all that is in this world so you may no longer feel lonely ever.
You may experience that nature response to you,if you decide to listen.And all your world may become wonderland to you.
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Levander Breeze (2016)
Oil painting by Lenka Kudjakova
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- One of a kind artwork
- Size: 24.02 x 24.02 x 0.79 in (unframed) / 24.02 x 24.02 in (actual image size)
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- Style: Abstract
- Subject: Animals and birds
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A care home in north Leeds is holding a free tea dance for the community to celebrate Silver Sunday.
Sabourn Court in Roundhay is inviting pensioners, their families and friends to the Oakwood Grove home on Sunday October 2 from 2pm.
There will be vintage dancing, performances from Leeds University dancers and a traditional afternoon tea. Silver Sunday aims to reduce loneliness and social isolation among older people by providing social activities for them
Sabourn Court manager Mark Rice-Thomson said:
"We know loneliness is a growing issue for older people. It's great that we are in a position to support Silver Sunday by holding events at our care home, to offer older members of our community somewhere they can enjoy a fun activity in the company of others. I know our residents are looking forward to welcoming some new faces on the day."
Guests do not need to be connected to a resident of the home to attend.


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The Emerging Trends or Challenges in the Management of Organizations
The Emerging Trends or Challenges in the Management of Organizations
Organizational Behavior studies encompass the study of organizations from multiple viewpoints, methods, and levels of analysis. Whenever people interact in organizations, many factors come into play. Modern organizational studies attempt to understand and model these factors. Like all modernist social sciences, organizational studies seek to control, predict, and explain. There is some controversy over the ethics of controlling workers' behavior. As such, organizational behavior has at times been accused of being the scientific tool of the powerful. Those accusations notwithstanding, Organizational behavior can play a major role in organizational development and success.
One of the main goals of organizational theorists is, according to Simms (1994) "to revitalize organizational theory and develop a better conceptualization of organizational life." An organizational theorist should carefully consider levels assumptions being made in theory, and is concerned to help managers and administrators. [1] Organizational behavior is currently a growing field. Organizational studies departments generally form part of business schools, although many universities also have industrial psychology and industrial economics programs. The field is highly influential in the business world. Organizational behavior is becoming more important in the global economy as people with diverse backgrounds and cultural values have to work together effectively and efficiently. It is also under increasing criticism as a field for its ethnocentric and pro-capitalist assumptions.
Views on management have changed substantially over the past century – particularly in the past few decades. Organizations have entered a new era characterized by rapid, dramatic and turbulent changes. The accelerated pace of change has transformed how work is performed by employees in diverse organizations. Change has truly become an inherent and integral part of organizational life.
Several emerging trends are impacting organizational life. Of these emerging trends, five will be examined in this paper: globalization, diversity, flexibility, flat, and networks. These five emerging trends create tensions for organizational leaders and employees as they go through waves of changes in their organizations. These tensions present opportunities as well as threats, and if these tensions are not managed well, they will result in dysfunctional and dire organizational outcomes at the end of any change process.
Organizations operate in a global economy that is characterized by greater and more intense competition, and at the same time, greater economic interdependence and collaboration. More products and services are being consumed outside of their country of origin than ever before as globalization brings about greater convergence in terms of consumer tastes and preferences. Yet at the same time, in the midst of greater convergence, there is the opposite force of divergence at work where companies have to adapt corporate and business strategies, marketing plans, and production efforts to local domestic markets. To stay competitive, more organizations are embracing offshore outsourcing. Many functions are being shifted to India, the Philippines, Malaysia, and other countries for their low labor costs, high levels of workforce education, and technological advantages. According to the 2002-2003 Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) Workplace Forecast, companies such as Ford, General Motors, and Nestle employ more people outside of their headquarters countries than within those countries. [1] Almost any company, whether in manufacturing or services, can find some part of its work that can be done off site....
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Fredric M. Jablin, Linda Putnam (2000). "The new handbook of organizational communication: advances in theory". p.146.
Earley, P.C., Soon Ang, and Joo-Seng Tan. CQ: Developing Cultural Intelligence in the Workplace. Stanford, CA: Stanford University Press, 2005.
Rodrik, D. Has Globalization Gone Too Far? Washington, DC: Institute for International Economics, 1997.
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Size of IS shop: 213
PCs: 5273
Mobile PCs: 2037
Terminals: 679
Hand-held devices: 322
Total screens: 8311
Industry: Transport and warehousing
PC environment: Dell, HP, Windows XP
Server environment: IBM, HP, Sun, Windows 2003, Linux
DBMS: SQL, Oracle, MySQL, DB2
Address: 185 Fanshawe Street, Auckland
Website: www.airnz.co.nz
Key IS projects this year: Cargo management system; e-enablement for 777 and 787 fleet; international business transformation (airport self service/customer experience; engineering system replacement (regional airlines).)
Air New Zealand seeks to remain profitable by stimulating demand for travel and controlling costs in a market where revenues are declining. Towards this, skilled people are highly valued and a core business goal is to maintain high employment engagement.
CIO Julia Raue says strong technology delivery supports business operation, along with continuous improvement, innovation, growth and business transformation within Air New Zealand. The right IT tools and solutions also help Air New Zealand control costs.
"Technology plays a critical role in Air New Zealand's ability to provide the uniquely Kiwi experience we want every one of our customers to enjoy.
"As a small, flexible airline we invest significantly in leading-edge technologies that enable our customers to access and book their travel in the way that suits them, and that helps make their journey quicker and more efficient," says Raue.
She says projects using technologies that enhance the customer experience and aid self-service are of high priority.
"We can't afford to be like everyone else and increasingly tech-savvy customers demand innovation and choice. Air New Zealand sees benefit in the e-enablement of its systems and services, with proven profitability and results from previous similar projects."
Although the ICT operating and projects budget is down slightly on 2008, Air New Zealand is continuing to build on important projects initiated last year.
Being able to change fares, packages and offers quickly and get them to market in a fraction of the normal time through our online channels has given Air New Zealand a competitive edge — both from a customer and bottom-line perspective.
"Recently, we have invested in an exciting new domestic airport experience that features self-serve kiosks, bag check and gate scanning, utilising mobile phone and RFID technologies," says Raue.
The new boarding process provides customers with three different types of boarding passes, or if they have no bags, they can proceed directly to the lounge, or straight to the gate. A new myairnz portal provides customers with the flexibility to fully customise their Air NZ desktop using widgets — it has a flexible design similar to igoogle so that users can move, add or delete sections of the content to suit their needs. Raue says customer feedback to these services has been overwhelmingly positive.
Other initiatives include development and investment in software and server virtualisation, and VoIP and wireless infrastructure. A new Cargo system to be launched later this year will provide game-changing advances to the cargo business and its customers. Equipping a mobile workforce and developing e-channels and e-business initiatives are also important projects that continue throughout 2009. New projects include investment in unified communications platforms and technologies and development of web channel using Web 2.0 models and technologies.
Air New Zealand uses a selective outsourcing model. Axon, IBM and Gen-i are outsourcing vendor partners and suppliers. Axon is responsible for backup, along with IBM, and for PC and wintel server maintenance and support.
IBM looks after the datacentre, host maintenance, database and midrange systems maintenance and support. Gen-i is responsible for network systems and hardware management.
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- FPM (IIM Indore) - M. Tech (NIT Jalandhar) - B. E. (University of Rajasthan)
Teaching Areas
- Management Information Systems
- Business Analytics
- Data and Text Mining
- E-Business Management
Research Areas
- Data Mining
- Artificial Intelligence
- Sentiment Analysis
- Information System Development
Journal publications
1. Sharma, A., & Dey, S. (2013). A Boosted SVM based Ensemble Classifier for Sentiment Analysis of Online Reviews. ACM SIGAPP Applied Computing Review (Under Revision)
2. Sharma, A., Dey, S., Panigrahi P. K., & Sadh A. (2013). Mining Marketing Intelligence from Online Reviews Using Sentiment Analysis. Journal of Interactive Marketing (Communicated)
3. Sharma, A., & Dey, S. (2013). Sentiment Analysis: A Review of the State of the Art, Challenges and Future Research Directions. Knowledge and Information Systems (Under Second Revision)
4. Sharma, A., & Dey, S. (2012). A Document-level Sentiment Analysis Approach using Artificial Neural Network and Sentiment Lexicons. ACM SIGAPP Applied Computing Review, 12(4), 67-75. Doi: 10.1145/2432546.2432552
5. Sharma, A., & Dey, S. (2012). Performance Investigation of Feature Selection Methods and Sentiment Lexicons for Sentiment Analysis. IJCA Special Issue on Advanced Computing and Communication Technologies for HPC Applications (3), 15-20.
6. Prajapati, M., & Sharma, A. (2012). Role of Web 2.0 in E-Governance. Indore Management Journal Special Issue. Refereed proceedings of 4th Conference on Excellence in Research and Education.
7. Sharma, A., & Panigrahi, P. K. (2012). A Review of Financial Accounting Fraud Detection based on Data Mining Techniques. International Journal of Computer Applications, 39(1):37-47, February 2012. Published by Foundation of Computer Science, New York, USA.
8. Sharma, A., & Panigrahi, P. K. (2011). A Neural Network based Approach for Predicting Customer Churn in Cellular Network Services. International Journal of Computer Applications, 27(11), August 2011. Published by Foundation of Computer Science, New York, USA.
Conference presentations
1. Sharma, A., & Dey, S. (2013). A Boosted SVM based Sentiment Analysis Approach for Online Opinionated Text. International Conference on Reliable and Convergent Systems (RACS 2013). Montreal, QC, Canada. October 1-4, 2013 (Accepted)
2. Sharma, A., & Dey, S. (2013). Sentiment Analysis Using Self Organizing Maps. Knowledge and Information Management Conference (KIM2013) Meriden, UK. June 4-5, 2013.
3. Sharma, A., & Dey, S. (2012). A Comparative Study of Feature Selection and Machine Learning Techniques for Sentiment Analysis. Research in Applied Computation Symposium (ACM RACS 2012). Uni. of Texas, San Antonio, Texas, USA. October 23-26, 2012.
4. Sharma, A., & Dey, S. (2012). An Artificial Neural Network Based Approach for Sentiment Analysis of Opinionated Text. Research in Applied Computation Symposium (ACM RACS 2012). University of Texas at San Antonio, Texas, USA. October 23-26, 2012.
5. Sharma, A., & Dey, S. (2011). Agile or Plan-Driven: Software Development Methodology Selection Using Personality Traits of Developers. Proceedings of the UNIRAZAK's 2011 International Research Conference and Colloquium. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
6. Ray, S., & Sharma, A. (2011). A Collaborative Filtering Based Approach for Recommending Elective Courses. 5th International Conference on Information Systems, Technology and Management (ICISTM-2011). Gurgaon, India.
7. Sharma, A., & Totawar, A. K. (2010). HR 2.0: Leveraging Social Media for Employment Engagement. International Conference & Colloquium' 2010. Indore, India.
8. Singh, A. N., & Sharma, A. (2010). The Impact of ICT on E-Governance Adoption and Acceptance. Excellence in Research and Education Conference (EREC'10). Indore, India.
9. Sharma, A., & Dhir, R. (2009). A Wordsets based Document Clustering Algorithm for Large Datasets. IEEE International Conference on Methods and Models in Computer Science (ICM2CS09). New Delhi, India.


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Fremont, CA, October 20, 2004 – Corsair Memory, Inc., a global leader in ultra-performance DDR memory modules for PC gamers and enthusiasts, today announced their fastest ever DDR memory module, a DDR550 module that supports very aggressive 2.5-4-4-8 latencies. These modules typically support 2-2-2-5 latencies at 400MHz clock speeds. The new parts are:
- TwinX1024-4400C25 matched pair of 512MB, DDR550, 2.5-4-4-8, black XMS modules
- TwinX1024-4400C25PT matched pair of 512MB, DDR550, 2.5-4-4-8, platinum XMS modules
Both these parts are available immediately from resellers worldwide, and are also available as individual 512MB modules. TwinX kits are tested as a matched pair at their rated specifications and packaged together immediately after passing test, guaranteeing that the customer receives a product that has been verified in the dual channel environment. These modules include Corsair's classic black or platinum aluminum heat spreaders for improved heat dissipation.
The ultra high clock speeds supported by these modules make them an ideal choice for extreme overclockers seeking the ultimate in performance. According to Corsair VP of Applications Engineering John Beekley, "we've tested these modules in our labs on a number of 875P, 865PE and 939-pin Athlon ™ 64 FX based motherboards with extremely impressive results. This is the first time we've been able to run memory at 550 MHz on both Intel and AMD platforms… and at CAS 2.5!" Corsair R&D engineers have validated these modules on both Intel and AMD based platforms, but Corsair's production test lines for these parts employ the Asus P4C800-E motherboard. "Moreover, we've driven our manufacturing cost down dramatically on this module compared to our earlier XMS4400 product, which will translate into surprisingly affordable street prices", Mr. Beekley added.


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The Boardman Mountain Bike Sport HT 650B Limited Edition is a completely new bike for the fall of 2014 that allows you to experience the legendary Boardman quality and performance at a more accessible price. However, that doesn't mean that the performance is compromised in any way. Incorporating the latest 650B (27.5") wheelsize which quite simply provides the best of both the 26" and 29" standards to effectively improve overall performance and rider confidence. The lightweight 7005 alloy frame with Boardman's signature smooth welds is combined with a controlled and composed 120mm travel Suntour XCR fork and SRAM X4 24 speed gearing to produce a quick-handling and confident cross-country bike.
Frame: Alloy with Smooth Welds
Fork: Suntour XCR-32 LO R Coil with Lockout
Fork Travel: 120mm
Brakes: Tektro HD-M290 Hydraulic Disc Brakes with 180/160mm Rotors
Drivetrain: SRAM X4 3x8 24 Speed Gearing, SRAM S200 Chainset
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Frame Material: Alloy
Gender: Unisex
Number of Gears: 24
Pedals Included: Yes
Suspension: Front Suspension
Wheel Size: 27.5"
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Bottom Bracket: FSA 7420 - 68mm Shell
Cassette/Freewheel: SRAM PG850 - 11-32t
Chain: KMC Z72
Chainset: SRAM S200 42/32/22t - 170mm(S) 175mm(M,L)
Fork Lock-out: Yes
Fork travel: 120mm
Forks - Adjustable damping: No
Frame: 7005 Triple Butted Alloy with Smooth Welds
Front Brake: Tektro HD-M290 Hydraulic Disc Brake - 180mm Rotor
Front Mech: SRAM X4 - 8 Speed - Long Cage
Gear Shifters: SRAM X4 - 3x8 Triggers
Geometry: Boardman MTB Hardtail
Handlebars: Boardman E4P - 680mm(S) 700mm(M,L) - 31.8 with 15mm Rise
Headset: FSA No.10P 1.1/8" - Semi Integrated
Pedals: Wellgo Platform - 9/16"
Rear Brake: Tektro HD-M290 Hydraulic Disc Brake - 180mm Rotor
Rear Mech: SRAM X4 - 8 Speed - Long Cage
Rims: Boardman E4P Doublewall - 32 Hole
Saddle: Boardman E4P - Chromoly Rails
Seatpost: Boardman E4P - 31.6mm - 350mm(S) 400mm (M,L) with offset
Stem: Boardman E4P - 70mm - 31.8 with +/-7 degree rise
Type: Mountain Bikes
Tyre Size: 27.5" x 2.2"
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A postal vote mix-up has led to Haringey residents being sent incorrect instructions that could lead them to cast the wrong vote.
The council has admitted that postal voting forms have been sent out with a set of instructions saying voters should select just one candidate.
But, unlike in General Elections, voters can select up to three candidates in the council election on May 3.
In a statement, the council said: "We are committed to ensuring that not one single voter loses a single vote. We are therefore writing urgently to each affected voter to explain the error and give them the correct instructions.
"We are also taking steps to ensure that no further incorrect instructions are issued."
The mix-up only relates to postal voters who received their packs on Saturday, April 14 – around 900 packs out of more than 22,000 applications.
It happened because printers accidentally used instructions written for local authorities with only one seat in each ward, instead of the three per ward in Haringey.
The remaining packs will be sent out with the correct instructions.
Haringey Liberal Democrat leader Gail Engert said: "Our democracy is too important for the council to allow mistakes like this.
"As well as the obvious problem that it will cost lots to redo the ballots, I also fear that we will see voters confused and casting incorrect votes. To avoid this danger, it is imperative that voters are given the clearest possible instructions when they get their new ballots.
"We also need to find out why this happened, so we can prevent a repeat. That is especially true as something similar happened in the local election before last. For that reason, I'm calling for a scrutiny inquiry into this incident in the new council year."
People who have already returned their ballot and believe they have voted in error should contact the council's Electoral Services team on 020 8489 1000.
The council will cancel the ballot and issue a replacement ballot paper.


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It was a good day to see 2004 out with around four otters, a sea eagle gliding along a hillside, two golden eagles, a male hen harrier and two female harriers. Divers are here in numbers now and despite the weather the winter beauty of the island stole the show again I suppose. Have a great and very wild New Year.
Yearly Archives: 2004
A wild winters day today with frequent hail showers. However we still saw sea eagle, two golden eagles behind at least 200 feeding barnacle geese. A male hen harrier and 4 female harriers together.The islands are very quiet now but there is a closeness to nature and the elements that cannot be bettered. Except of course our dazzling white beaches and warm sand under your feet in summer!!
I can see rain clearing from Iona across the sea and we had a short break in the weather a couple of hours ago when I was hiking up to the road end with our wheely bin. As usual when I bother to look at the sky there is something to see here and above me were two white tailed sea eagles touching talons and calling. Scoring a goal for your team is a great feeling but seeing truly wild and rare creatures in equally wild places beats it!
No wildlife trips at the moment of course because of you softies down there but goodness me and goodness me again, you are all missing some incredible sunsets from here. We had a black sky yesterday evening that finished about 500 feet above Iona. The entire horizon was then red and gold. Right now there is a similar dark cloud over Iona with a ball of golden light descending on the island and then reflecting all the way across the sea to here.
No trip today but we have a beautiful sunset out to sea and over the islands. Our lounge window is like an everchanging piece of art as it frames the different moods of the Island and the sea surrounding it. I don't see how certain days in our Hebridean winter could be bettered anywhere in the world.
Excellent weather today for two lads that wanted to see a golden eagle. We kicked off with two sea eagles high above us and then an otter not far from our house. Then two high golden eagles which I had seen earlier from across the loch. Eventually though exciting views of three golden eagles displaying and covering a large amount of sky. Also male hen harrier with them.
Not so wet today and we duly saw a sea eagle and a golden eagle in flight and then really excellent views of three golden eagles with one alighting on a tree. Good shot in the scope. No otters but I saw one on the way out for the trip walking on the shore. Black throated diver and then another good view of a sitting sea eagle. Lots of deer and seals as always of course. Also bar tailed godwit with curlews.
Very wet day today and we were lucky to see two sea eagles sitting on a tree pretty close to us. Highlight today were three seperate otters though we also saw a distant golden eagle which was an achievement on such a wet day.
A grey cold showery day today but great sightings. Usual sea and golden eagles, otter, divers, harriers. But having just stopped to feed the ravens we saw three whooper swans on a mountain loch and surprise surprise a short eared owl hunting and sitting really close to us but why so high in the mountains in winter!!!!
Fiddling on the computer today I looked out of the conservatory and there was a male hen harrier going by. The weather cleared and down the coast I had two sea eagles upsetting gulls and an otter on his way to a small islet with a fish. Off to a meeting in the evening and I saw three barns owls on three seperate territories. One sat close on a fence post about 12ft from the landrover.


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Beautifully simple! Our new logo and two-word tagline expresses all you need to know about J.Charles. Born of a less is more approach, our well-designed products confirm the beauty that resides in simplicity. This same philosophy also lives on through our acclaimed customer service. We pride ourselves on taking the complexity out of doing business so that ordering is a pleasure, never a hassle.
J.Charles was formed in 1994 as a company that would focus on designer glass and crystal for the gift and recognition industry. I named the company for my father (pictured above) who taught me things like the art of glass engraving as well as the art of keeping it simple.
That's because he, himself, was a beautifully simple guy. He had no time – in business or life – for making things complicated. Though it has been 10 years since his passing, his passion for simplicity and worshipping the customer lives on at J.Charles.
Though referred to as the "Bossman" by those at J.Charles, he was hardly what you would call a bossy kind of guy. Actually, he was pretty cool. Even when I was a kid I thought he was cool, as he was the only parent I knew who liked the Beatles!
Thanks to the Bossman, we presently own and occupy a very modern 50,000 square ft. facility in northern Kentucky, just across the river from Cincinnati. When I arrive at work every morning, I see a beautiful building that rests on a foundation built of my father's sweat equity.
Now in our third generation, my two sons, Chuck and Jeff, are grabbing the reins as I ease my way to part-time. It makes me proud to know that the Bossman's philosophies are in their DNA. It tells me I can step away and the customer will always come before the bottom line.
Of course, our success over the years would not be possible without what I am sure are our two greatest assets: awesome employees and awesome customers!
J.Charles currently employs 50 of the planet's greatest human beings. Their professionalism and enthusiasm for our mission is more than commendable. They laugh at all of my jokes – no matter how many times I've repeated them – and they're the reason I can't wait to get to work every morning.
Equally important – our customers! Without your patronage, everything would cease. We are forever grateful to you for our paychecks, our company cookouts (especially the beer), our health insurance, etc., etc. Thank you for all that you do for J.Charles, for the confidence you place in us, and most of all, thank you for your friendship. It is our belief that taking care of you is what makes good things happen – just another one of those beautifully simple things we learned from the "Bossman."
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In addition to many common shapes, we have designed over 200 stunning awards in-house you can't find anywhere else.
We stock the highest quality glassware and gift items from around the world including many products made in the good ol' US-of-A.
Our proprietary deep etch process uses a courser grit sand that allows us to etch deeper and creates an unmatched sparkle.
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Our products are sold exclusively through promotional products distributors.
Branding and personalizing our products involves several detailed steps to ensure accuracy and quality. This requires a lot of forethought and inside knowledge of the processes. That's why we exclusively rely on the expertise of promotional products distributors to sell our products.
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A recently discovered batch of defective PS3's has been discovered by the members of the Official Playstation.com forums. The defects consist of noisier than normal systems, and may be linked to the [email protected] application in some cases.
Participants of the forum thread eventually narrowed the "whining" PlayStation 3 consoles down to a specific batch by serial number, mostly sold by EB Games in Canada. Those who have had noisy machines report serial numbers in the CE133190xxx and CE133212xxx series manufactured in January 2007.
PS3 owners who have been able to exchange consoles report that the high-pitched noise does not exist outside the identified serial ranges. "After a day of use, it appears to be running fine," said OptimusRhyme, after purchasing a new PS3 from Future Shop. "I'm going to say that yes, I have a fully working system finally."
Calls to Sony PlayStation tech support found no one aware of the problem, though through the collaboration of PlayStation forum users, the issue appears to be isolated only to a small batch from a recent production run.
My lesson from the past- NEVER buy the first SKU's. PS1 bought the first big one, after that the small one comes out(not so important, but still), PS2 also bought the big one, who's fan noise is near to my PC's and with a little glichy dvd drive.
a noisy, defective console where have i heard that before
wouldent it be defective because its noisy
not noisy and defective
atleast PS3`s got no chance of catching 360 in the defect department.
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1st name: TOLUCA
flag / nationality: Panama
owner: Mediterranean Shipping Company
operator: MSC
completion year: 1988
shipyard: Chantiers d' Atlantique, France
yard / hull number: T28
engine design: SUL
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power output (KW): 16.241
maximum speed (Kn): 18,0
overall length (m): 198,90
overall beam (m): 32,20
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container capacity at 14t (TEU): 1702
reefer containers (TEU): 220
deadweight (ton): 41.771
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When Indiana freshman Brian Evans took an ill-advised shot during a recent game against Purdue, everyone inside Bloomington's Assembly Hall and those watching on television knew what was likely to follow. An explosion from Bob Knight.
It came during the next timeout. First, the Indiana coach pulled Evans toward the bench, then forcefully guided the player into his seat. Finally, Knight gave Evans an earful of his favorite adjectives.
And Knight knew what was coming, too: a question regarding his sideline behavior. What has become almost an annual event in Indiana has taken on renewed significance, given this season's firings of Lou Campanelli at Cal and Tom Miller -- a former Knight assistant -- at Army.


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"The questionnaire is an attack on his dignity and the position he occupies, as well as an infringement on various legal provisions and individual rights enshrined in the constitution," Temer's lawyers said in a letter addressed to Supreme Court Justice Luiz Edson Fachin.
Brazil's top court is looking into claims that Temer used illegal funds to finance the 2014 election campaign where he ran side-by-side with President Dilma Rousseff. One justice has so far spoken in favor of removing Temer from office, while three said he should stay.


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Roberto Santiago developed an interest in entrepreneurship at a tender age. The Brazil-born business mogul's first enterprise was a carton company that designed, manufactured and distributed cartons. The company grew and registered high revenues. Later on, Roberto diversified into the real estate market and purchased land in Joao Pessoa. By 1989, he launched the Maniara Shopping Mall which is one of the landmarks in the city of Joao Pessoa. Maniara Shopping mall is among the largest and all rounded malls in Brazil. Roberto developed the Maniara with the objective of enhancing customer shopping experience by consolidating customer needs under one roof.
The mall is close to two beaches offering customers a breath-taking view. The Maniara hosts 280 stores including a college, banks, retail outlets, a fitness center, gaming area and a multipurpose hall at the rooftop. It also has ample parking for 3000 cars. The multipurpose room also Domus Hall, can hold 4000 to 10,000 individuals. Launched in 2009, the Domus has two segments; the upper section for people who prefer privacy and a lower section that accommodates all. So far, Domus Hall has hosted several events including weddings, graduation parties, and other activities. Local and international musicians have graced the events held. The lounge is fully equipped and air-conditioned. The gaming area has various options for adults and kids including more than 200 betting machines. Families can also bond and enjoy the variety of cuisines and servings available at the food court. Nonfood lovers can catch up at the movie theatre and watch the latest movies.
The Maniara Shopping mall has also contributed to the developments in the retail and commercial space in Brazil. For two years, Roberto oversaw the construction of the mall. He is also the proprietor of the Mangabeira Shopping mall located in Joao Pessoa. The mall launched in 2014. As an entrepreneur, he understands the ups and downs associated with owning a business. Roberto is passionate about helping others grow as such spends time mentoring young professionals. He advises future entrepreneurs and leaders in Brazil to convert their ideas into profitable ventures. Above all, discipline, humility, passion, commitment and hard work distinguished successful individuals.
Santiago is always a point of reference for local and international investors prospecting in the state of Paraiba. The 58-year-old has set precedence for future and current business owners on how to maximize on available opportunities and generate revenues through diversification. Roberto used simplicity, versatility, and practicality to tap into the market demands. As the property market continues to develop in Brazil, the focus is on Santiago and other developers to make bold moves.
Roberto holds a Business administration degree from the University of Center Joao Pessoa. Santiago is also a sports lover and has participated and won trophies in motocross and kart championships.


text: Mr CW took the day off on Friday and we headed up to London for a family outing. One of the Junior CWs' favourite things to do is to lounge around on the bean bags in the Banqueting House (keep your eyes peeled for a full account later this week) but Mr CW has always missed out on this treat as he is usually toiling away in the office. When we left the Banqueting House, it was such a gorgeous day that it seemed a shame not to continue lounging in St James's Park. We walked across Horseguards and when I turn back to look and see where we had been it was too stunning not to snap away. I love the way that buildings look like they should be in an historical illustration rather than the very centre of London.


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Background information on the tag system for tour operators
The following information is provided in order to acquaint dive operators with the detailed justification and workings of the Raja Ampat Tourism Entrance Fee System. We have tried to design this system in a manner which is as flexible and convenient to dive operators working in Raja Ampat as possible; however, the very different operating environments of liveaboards and locally-based resorts means there are some complexities here which require some explanation as well as patience and consideration on behalf of everyone involved.
Why was the user fee created?
As most operators are aware, ownership and authority over reefs in Raja Ampat (and Papua in general) is more complex than in other parts of Indonesia. In Raja Ampat individual families or villages actually exert traditional marine tenurial rights over the reefs (ie, reefs are not an open-access resource as in most of Indonesia). At the same time, the Raja Ampat Regency government also has management authority over the reefs. Both of these important stakeholders have a variety of legal and moral rights to seek payment from users of the reefs – be those fisheries or tourism interests. Unfortunately, these overlapping authorities have resulted in a fair bit of angst and multiple demands for payments from dive operators – something which many of you most certainly have experienced in Raja Ampat.
Given this situation, Conservation International (CI), the Coral Reef Alliance (CORAL), and their conservation partners were requested by both villagers and the Raja Ampat government to facilitate the development of an entrance fee system which can accommodate the rights of the government and villagers to seek compensation for tourism use of the reefs while also not unnecessarily inconveniencing dive operators or diving guests to the region. Our interest in facilitating this system is straightforward; our institutions are focused on conservation and sustainable use of the globally-significant marine biodiversity in Raja Ampat, and we firmly believe that marine tourism is one of the economic development sectors most compatible with this mission. Hence, we are keen to facilitate sustainable tourism development in Raja Ampat and encourage both villagers and the government to prioritize this sector.
We have spent a considerable amount of energy, time and money to engage villagers and the Raja Ampat government in forging an agreement for a single fee system which is collected centrally with the benefits distributed to all of the villages in Raja Ampat – rather than having a potentially overwhelming number of separate fees for each reef in Raja Ampat. The result is that the single overall fee is significant (Rp 500,000), but we believe this is a small price to pay to encourage the stewardship and protection of the most biodiverse reefs on earth. We ask your support and patience in getting this fee system up and running and providing benefits to all of the involved stakeholders.
How does the tag system work?
After considering a variety of options, we have settled on the annual waterproof plastic entrance tag system (first developed in Bonaire and now widely used from Bunaken to Fiji to the Caribbean) as the most robust and convenient marine entrance fee system. The system is simple: guests purchase an individually-numbered annual waterproof tag which is affixed to their gear as proof of payment. The design and color of the tag changes on a yearly basis, and tags are valid for the calendar year in which they are purchased (eg, a 2008 tag will be valid from 1 January 2008 through 31 January 2009).
Tags are individually numbered and this information recorded directly on receipts and in a centralized database in order to prevent re-use of tags between guests. That is to say, tag #00001 is registered to Mr. John Smith from the UK, and cannot be transferred to other guests. This annual tag system is widely considered to be the most convenient marine entrance fee system yet developed and avoids a number of the hassles associated with systems that use daily fees. Tags can be purchased "on the spot" or pre-purchased in bulk by dive operators and re-sold to guests; the main "hassle" associated with this system is the requirement for operators to provide data back to the entrance fee management team on how the individually-numbered tags are assigned to specific guests (explained in detail below).
Why are there two receipts?
The purchase of a tag will result in two separate receipts which reflects the bipartite nature of the entrance fee: one receipt of Rp 150,000 for the tourism management fee (known locally as the "retribusi" to the Raja Ampat tourism department) and one receipt of Rp 350,000 for the conservation and community development fee (known locally as the "non-retribusi" fee which is used directly for programs in the 88 villages of Raja Ampat). Each receipt is in triplicate – one (white) for the visitor, one (pink) for the management team to enter visitor data into its database, and one (yellow) for the dive operator (provides an extra measure of "control" for dive operators to be able to compare back to the management team's database in case of any suspicion of corruption). For more information purchase of tags and use of receipts click here.
Thank you for visiting Raja Ampat!
Tim Pengelola, JE Meridien Hotel Sorong
Tel +62 951 328358 | Fax +62 951 326576
The Raja Ampat Regency Government is proud to announce the introduction of a tourism entrance fee system to help support conservation and community projects within Raja Ampat. All tourists entering Raja Ampat are required to purchase an entrance tag.
The entrance fee for foreign visitors is Rp 500,000/person/calender year (approximately US$55) for which they will receive a waterproof plastic entrance tag featuring a photo from Raja Ampat. All Indonesian visitors from outside Raja Ampat are required to pay Rp 250,000 and will receive an entry card. The annual tags and cards will be valid from January 1st until January 31st of the following year.
The tag system has been adapted from the very successful Bonaire and Bunaken Marine Park systems. The 2008 tag features an endemic pygmy seahorse, one of over 1200 fish species found in Raja Ampat—the most biodiverse marine region in the world recorded to date. Visitors are required to carry their tags or cards at all times—tags can be easily fixed to guests' snorkeling or diving gear or to their dive bag. The entrance fee system will be enforced through spot checks conducted by official patrols. The money collected is managed by a multistakeholder management team (Tim Pengelola) and is divided between tourism development, conservation, and community health projecs.
We greatly appreciate your support and cooperation with this fee system. Conservation of Raja Ampat's spectacular marine habitats and biodiversity requires long term funding. In addition, the local communities who own these reefs need to see direct benefits of tourism through community programs that will improve their quality of life.
Tim Pengelola, JE Meridien Hotel Sorong
Tel +62 951 328358 | Fax +62 951 326576


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I have to admit I was hopeful that he'd make some kind of futher overture to draw us into what he obviously believes is his spiritual "family". Not because I really wanted to be a part, but because I really have a desire to see those who claim to follow Christ act like it.
Sadly, he pulled up at the same time he has for almost a year and parked in the same spot he has every week. Got out of his car, looked over my way... and said nothing. In fact, he glanced away as soon as he noticed I was looking his way.
Guess he feels he has fulfilled the mandate taught by his religious system to "Go ye therefore" by simply "inviting" me to come into his building.
By this all people will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another. (emphasis mine)
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GRANGEVILLE "Hospice is not something I have to do – it's something I get to do," expressed DeEtte Westover, RN.
Westover is employed by Syringa Hospital and Syringa Hospital Hospice (SHH).
She, along with about eight other SHH employees and 30 volunteers, operate the area's only hospice program.
"Hospice's philosophy is one I really appreciate," said LSW Cindy Higgins, who manages the program. She has worked with the program for the past 13 years.
"I love how it's a model that offers a holistic care approach and allows people to remain at home with their families if it's something they wish to do."
SHH has a coverage area of a 45-minute driving radius from Grangeville. This may include the communities of Cottonwood, Craigmont, Grangeville, Harpster, Kamiah, Kooskia, Lucile, Nez Perce, Riggins, Stites, White Bird and Winchester.
"It does not matter where you see the doctor," said Higgins.
LSW Tara Duclos has been employed by SHH for the past five years and said she finds the fact that "hospice is much more encompassing than simply a medical approach," appealing.
"There are many facets through this end-of-life journey, and I have met many beautiful people and families along the way," she said.
WHITE BIRD – The Annual Syringa Hospital Hospice "Just For the Hill of It" Bike Challenge is set for this Saturday, June 3, 9 a.m., starting at Hammer Creek.
Register on-site that day starting at 8 a.m. for $30 per person. All proceeds benefit the hospice program.
The 13-mile challenge will end where the old and new White Bird grades meet (course marked) and will be followed by a picnic. Approximately 75 bicyclists usually participate.
SHH serves about 50 people each year. Higgins said Medicare, Medicaid and most insurances pay 100 percent of hospice costs. Donations are used for some costs not covered by insurance.
The two social workers explained that hospice's purpose is to make life easier for patients and their families.
"What we do does not hasten or prolong a person's life," Higgins explained. "We are there as a support system."
SHH has at its helm a medical director, currently Dr. Danny Griffis, and offers a variety of services including palliative care aimed at relieving pain and other symptoms, nursing care for medical needs, certified nursing assistant care for other medical and personal needs, social workers to help with emotional needs and finding resources, home health aides, physical therapists, spiritual consultants and bereavement services.
In addition, volunteers play a large part in hospice care, Higgins said.
"We have volunteers who have offered personal care, made meals, mowed lawns, given respite care, washed windows and much more," she emphasized.
A volunteer training session is held once a year and new volunteers are always sought for a variety of different areas from clerical and special events assistance to home care and errand running.
A hospice patient does not have to be referred by a physician, and anyone with questions is invited to call SHH.
"All care is very individualized, depending on the patient and family," Duclos said. "No care is the same, and a person can choose what services they want."
Westover has had a personal experience with hospice that goes beyond her profession as a nurse.
"My dad was in hospice care and died three years ago, and my sister was also under hospice care and she died about a year and a half ago," she said. "I do understand. It's very personal to me."
To reach Syringa Hospital Hospice call 983-8550. Donations can be sent to 607 West Main Street, Grangeville, ID 83530.
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Arizona schools chief Diane Douglas to hold 3 Phoenix-area town hall meetings
PHOENIX — Arizona Superintendent of Public Instruction Diane Douglas will hold three town hall meetings in the Phoenix area next week.
The meetings will be held in order to get input from Arizona residents about the state's K-12 education policy, according to a press release.
The first meeting will be held at the Phoenix Union High School District Office on Monday from 6 to 8 p.m.
The other two meetings will be held at the Deer Valley Unified School District Office on Tuesday from 6 to 8 p.m. and at the Verna McClain Wellness Center on Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m.
According to the press release, Douglas will be holding more town hall meetings across Arizona in the future.
In the past, Douglas has used her town hall meetings to voice her opinion on controversial topics such as Common Core and has been faced with opposition from groups looking to recall her from office.
Douglas will have some other topics to touch on, including her AZ Kids Can't Wait! education plan that was implemented this year and the $9.8 billion budget package approved by Gov. Doug Ducey on Friday.
In an interview with KTAR News 92.3 FM's Mac and Gaydos last week, Douglas said the budget, which will raise teacher's pay about $1,000, is simply not enough to attract and retain teachers in the state.
"If we want great talent for our kids, we need to do better," Douglas said.
Douglas herself proposed a plan in April that would have given Arizona teachers a raise of about $5,000 under the expansion of Proposition 301.
One of Douglas' challengers will also be holding an event on Monday.
Tempe Councilmember David Schapira will be moderating a panel discussion at 3:30 p.m. on Monday at the Creighton Governing Board Room.
Schapira, a Democrat, announced in April that he is running for office against Douglas.


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Doing a search on the internet I found that Amsterdam and the surrounding areas has rather a large number of Michelin restaurants. This gave me rather a few choices to ponder when looking for a place to eat while out there last year. I also found that most of the good restaurant websites were in Dutch, a language that I have absolutely no understanding of. I do appreciate a pretty picture though and after looking at their website I decided that Ron Blauuw was the place for me.
Recently(ish) opened in Amsterdam after finding fame about 9 miles away in Ouderkerk aan de Amste I was surprised (at the time as I realised this during the meal) to discover that Ron Blaauw was actually a 2 starred Michelin establishment; the taxi driver didn't seem to know the place, the building seemed to look rather homely and the staff extremely friendly – none of the pomp and rigor that I've received from similar restaurants in the UK.
On sitting down I started to twig on the standard of the place. Before I had even been shown the menu I was presented with a double punch amuse bouche of a smoked egg foam and fish roe (presented in a shell) and a chive crusted croquette topped with a fresh, crisp radish. Both perfectly presented and delicate one bite dishes; by this time I thought it was worth checking on my iPhone exactly where I was and discovered the standards that were being worked towards. At this point I was presented with the menu, and some delicious fresh locally baked bread and went for the '6 course Amsterdam menu'. The style of menu gives nothing much away in regard to what you'll be experiencing; no cooking preparations and no well know dishes mentioned – just a list of ingredients for each course. A menu that excites as much as it intrigues and sets up for numerous surprises.
After another 3 amuse bouche was it finally time to start the menu. Unfortunately I can't quite remember exactly what they all were but there was beetroot, a savory ice cream cone and courgette flowers, and they were all fantastically leading me up to the first course. The menu read 'goose liver, eel and watermellon', the dish was as pretty as a picture, indeed it could be said that is WAS a picture with the ingredients being presented on a wide white plate and representing the Amsterdam sky-line. This might all sound a little tacky but take away the presentation and all the ingredients worked with each other. The sweet watermelon washed away the extreme richness of both the eel and the goose liver. It would have been easy to let style win over substance here but thankfully this was not the case.
Further indulgence followed with a scallop, mussels and thai style curry dish followed by oyster, potato and bone marrow; no such intricate presentation but flavours that went together on a fork. Not being a shell fish fan normally I was a bit worried about both but they were simply cooked with extra layers of taste and texture being added to them by the accompanying ingredients and garnishes. Maybe not what I would normally order but that's the joy of a tasting menu, and why I like them so.
Monkish followed and was paired with generous shavings of truffle, cauliflower and a local cheese. Cauliflower was presented twice in the dish, as raw thinly sliced florets and fried 'scraps' giving a mixture of texture and a pleasant crunch. Was a bit confused with the fish and truffle combination at first but thanks to the steak like quality that monkfish has it was a winner, especially with a bit of cauliflower to bite through beforehand.
Finishing off the main courses was the most 'traditional' plate of the night, a pink flesh but crisp skinned duck breast with a rich beer based gravy and mushrooms. Nothing unexpected here, just delicious tastes that provide no surprises. The use of beer in the gravy gave it a slightly deeper taste than one based with wine, I'll be sure to give it a go next time I'm making gravy as I did indeed finish off any leftovers with a spoon.
Pudding was a double header (following yet more small amuses') based around 4 key ingredients of white chocolate/carrot and peaches/baileys with their inspiration coming very much for the world of haute cusine. Neither peach nor carrot were visually represented on the plate by their name-sakes but instead a chocolate shell filled with a familiar tasting cream; and both were excellent. Normally the only deconstruction that I think carrot cake needs is a couple of cuts with a knife but the faux carrot served next to a white chocolate ice-cream and sat upon some crumble and candied carrots brought a huge smile to my face and was a great finish to the meal. Put all these ingredients at once on a fork and you have a carrot cake, simple as that!
For 'just' a 6 course meal you get a very generous amount of food and some excellent bread for a good price (€95). The front of house staff all seemed to be foodies and therefore all seemed to be having a good time serving people, which is always a cool thing to see. This hasn't been a critical review – I can't think of anything to criticise. Not all ingredients being explained on paper (for instance the black cube in the monkfish dish)? Seems just like being nasty for nothing. If you're in Amsterdam I would strongly recommend a visit.Tweet


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Dr. John Carsley is a public health and preventive medicine specialist who has spent the last nine years as a Medical Health Officer for Vancouver Coastal Health in Vancouver. His professional practice has increasingly involved the implementation of healthy public policy at the local and provincial level.
His analysis of the proposed expansion of gambling at the new Vancouver casino contributed to the City of Vancouver's decision not to permit any increase in tables or slots. This helped set the stage for an innovative agreement between the City and the developer to help mitigate the risk of problem gambling in the new casino, and support research on problem gambling.
Dr. Carsley represents the Canadian Public Health Network on the National Low Risk Gambling Advisory Committee, recently created under the auspices of the Canadian Centre on Substance Abuse, to help develop low risk gambling guidelines.
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