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Wales man pleads guilty in deadly hunting incident, sex assault cases
Christopher Austin sentenced to 7 years in prison
A Wales man has pleaded guilty in connection with a deadly hunting incident and a separate sex assault case, according to the Maine Warden Service.
Christopher Austin, 43, pleaded guilty to manslaughter for shooting and killed Gerard Parent while hunting in November 2012.
Wardens said Austin misidentified Parent as a deer while hunting near Parent's house.
Austin also pleased guilty to three counts of gross sexual assault. The Androscoggin County Sheriff's Office said the assault happened while Austin was awaiting trial on the manslaughter charge.
The judge sentenced Austin to 2.5 years in prison for manslaughter and 7 years on the gross sexual assault charges, according to the Warden Service.
The sentences will be served at the same time.
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Bad Boys for Life loses director Joe Carnahan
Bad Boys for Life is a man down.
Director Joe Carnahan has departed the third installment of Sony's action franchise starring Will Smith and Martin Lawrence as a pair of wisecracking Miami cops, EW has confirmed. According to sources with knowledge of the project, Carnahan exited over scheduling issues. The search for his replacement is already underway, with three filmmakers in the fold.
The director, whose previous credits include Smokin' Aces, The A-Team, and The Grey, also addressed his departure on Twitter Tuesday night, saying, "Scheduling conflicts happen all the time. Frank Grillo & I started WarParty & we're building our company," he said, referencing the new production company the duo created last summer. Carnahan recently announced he and Grillo are developing an American remake of the Indonesian martial arts movie The Raid.
Currently slated for release in Nov. 2018, Bad Boys for Life is to reunite Smith and Lawrence 15 years after Bad Boys II. That film and its 1995 predecessor, Bad Boys, were both directed by Michael Bay and combined to gross about $415 million at the worldwide box office. Sony has also expressed interest in making a fourth Bad Boys movie, at one point staking out a 2019 release date, but nothing is currently on the calendar.
The Hollywood Reporter first reported Carnahan's departure.

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Match Report
Following a break, Saturday saw Ashford away to Old Gravesendians, and they continued to show what a formidable team they are on the road. Playing up the slope in the first half of the game with the sun in their faces, the first ten minutes proved to be testing for Ashford as Old Gravesendians pushed them hard, but with a strong defence they came out unscathed and Farai Myezwa seized an opportunity to score a try with a great run, opening the scoring in the 12th minute.
As seems to be the pattern this season, once on the scoreboard Ashford want more, and Adam Knight closely followed this in the 16thminute, with a second try for the visiting team, converted by Steve Tanner. The home side fought back, scoring a try to bring the score to 12-5 but Ashford responded well with Farai scoring his second try right on the 40thminute, Director of Rugby Chris Dengate said "This was probably the try of the season after a great turn over by one of the Knight brothers and the length of the field run by Farai", duly converted by Tanner. This left Ashford going into the second half 19-5 up and the advantage of the downward slope in the second half.
Within the opening minute of the second half and sleek hands Callum Stuckey crossed the line in the corner, it was obvious we were in for a thrilling game of rugby in this second half, and the Ashford supporters that had travelled were not to be disappointed.
Following the cracking start in the second half Ashford went on to score a further three tries, from Steve Tanner, Danny Bushell and Grant Burdon, all three converted by the boot of Tanner, bringing the score to 45-5.
Old Gravesendians were not to be discouraged though and fought back scoring and converting another try bringing the score to 45-12.
But Ashford being Ashford were not going to give up even with a 33 point lead, and continued to push the home side, scoring another four tries, from Captain Chris Baker, another by Callum Stuckey and Steve Tanner and of course Dan Brown coming on as sub kept up his record of scoring when he came on. All four converted by Tanner bringing the final score to 73-12.
This should not take away the fact that Old Gravesendians fought hard and were a strong side to play, the score could quite easily have gone the other way but Ashford made the most of the opportunities they had and with the pace to outrun Old Gravesendians to get the points on the board.
Ashford remain unbeaten so far this season and remain top of the table on points scored difference with a total of 54 tries scored in six games, but Gillingham Anchorians, their next opponents at home on Saturday, also remain unbeaten. It will prove to be a tough game for both teams and an entertaining game to watch.
Director of Rugby Chris Dengate said that the club is pulling in the right direction, all 3 teams are winning and he is looking to build on this by putting out a fourth team in the next few weeks. If you would like to start playing again or take up a new sport all are welcome.


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love my new internet phone.
Wednesday, March 17, 2010 :: Q...
Received my new Belkin Internet Phone today– and yes I am very pleased.
I opted for the unlimited US and Canada plan and paid in advance for one year saving about $5.00– at a total cost of $30.00. I also purchased a number so I can receive calls from anyone. This subscription is about $18.00 a quarter or $60.00 a year. I am going to see how I like the service. Total– I will be paying about $90.00 a year for the online number, and unlimited calls coming and going. I am very happy.
Skype Bill
Also Buy.com had the best price on the phone which included free shipping [about $57.00]. I thought it was going to take longer– but it arrived within days rather than weeks.
The phone quality? Very clear. Both speaker and handset. Easy to setup and I really do not have any complaints. Will I be giving out the number? Yes, I want to use the phone mainly for business– and will probably use this number as the main line now. I am going to wait on giving the number out… I want to check some things.
My skype name: qisoftware.
The details in this post? I want you to understand who pays for my business needs– that others simply steal [or try to steal– hard drive fiasco really low], the revenue from. This was the last of my Christmas money.
In addition, I am the one who does all of this work– I am the only one here… you are stealing from me and interfering with my business. The FBI and DOJ owe me– I cannot warn you enough about this… get your hand out of my pocket.. I am not kidding.
The other thing– I will go out of business before I allow filth to be a part of my business. You want to make a deal with me– concerning my business and not as a client– I see you as filth. FBI/DOJ owe me the deal.
Another note about the phone– I have been reading reviews that claim the phone does not work with menu systems that require numeric selection from the keypad. I am going back to the dealer tomorrow morning to have them tell me why now the car will not hold a charge [even when driving] — something it was not doing before last week. They have a menu driven phone system. My new phone worked well, getting to the proper department of the auto dealer– using the numeric keypad.
I repeat– love my new phone. not loving the fact– big boys cannot leave my car alone.. FBI– the car should be operational and I want you to see to it. Beg– I do not beg men that cannot do their jobs and then want to take over mine. Fix the car. I did not have this problem last week before I went in.
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About Celtic Promise Cheese
Thanks to the name of this cheese, it's no surprise to find out that Celtic Promise cheeese is the produce of Wales. Hand made by John Savage, the Dutch founder of Teifi farmhouse Cheese, based in Ceredigion since 1982, this artisanal cheese was originally overseen by James Aldridge. Which in turn leads to no surprise that Celtic promise has received far reaching praise as the 1998 Supreme Champion at the British Cheese Awards and before that the 1997 Bronze Medal for the same Awards.
Celtic Promise is a semi-soft, caerphilly style cheese, made with local unpasteurised cows milk. Created in Wales at its conception, the cheese is actually then transported through to Sussex to be matured by Pat Jackson. The ripening of the cheese takes approximately eight weeks, and is conducted through the smear ripening process, which is similar to that used for French Époisses cheese.
The pungent smell of Celtic Promise results from the ripening and rind washes in cider, which results in a moist, soft, buttery composition and a sticky orangey rind, which contrasts with the surprisingly mild flavour.
Celtic promise cheese is distinctively shaped like a dumpling, is suitable for vegetarians and has a standard fat content of 48%.
Tasting Notes
Celtic Promise has been likened to Gouda, but has a far deeper, tangy flavour. Soft, creamy and buttery – the texture of Celtic Promise cheese is smooth and supple, which contrasts superbly with the washed rind.
Though the aroma of this cheese is pretty strong due to the cider wash, the taste is actually fairly mild, aromatic, spicy and fruity, with characteristic suggestions of sweet grassy, straw.
How to Enjoy
Celtic Promise is highly thought of as a great cheese board cheese (maybe with a sweet apple chutney), but it's real strength can only be appreciated if you melt it! Absolutely amazing on hot jacket potatoes or buttered toast. In fact we found this amazing recipe that couldn't be more apt for Celtic Promise – Welsh Rarebit.
Celtic Promise cheese is also fantastic with a chilled glass of cider. Enjoy!
Would You Like To Try?
Unfortunately Stamford Cheese Cellar do not currently stock this cheese, but please get in touch directly with The Cheese Works by visiting their website.
Our cheeses are delivered by courier for overnight/next day delivery, for customers in England and Wales only, so they arrive in the best condition. For customers in Scotland or Ireland, please call us on 01780 489269. Processing your order can take 4-5 days. We charge £6.50 for P&P. Unfortunately we can only deliver within the UK at present. Click here for more details


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|Lemon Pepper Pork Loin and easy marinade and produces a delicious tender pork loin!
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 fresh lemon squeezed and seeded
1 teaspoon grated lemon rind
1 teaspoon each oregano, salt, pepper, garlic powder and dried parsley
Place pork loin in a large ziplock bag with lemon, herbs and olive oil. Marinade for 3 hours minimum or overnight. Put the tenderloin in a roasting pan with marinade and bake at 350 degrees until browned and a little crusty around 1 hour or so. Let rest 5 minutes then slice.


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Love Punch
This delicious recipe for Love Punch pairs perfectly with a red wine. Find the perfect wine here.
- 1 Bottle of red wine
- 1/2 Cup(s) Cherry brandy
- Honey or your favorite sweetener, to taste
- 1 Cup(s) Blueberries
- 1 Cup(s) Blackberries
- 1 Cup(s) Strawberries
1. Add everything to a pitcher and stir well to mix.
2. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
3. Serve chilled over ice and garnish with additional fruit.


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We all look forward to the end of March when we can wind our clocks forward and begin enjoying the long, warm evenings and glorious mornings. There is nothing better than waking up to a home filled with sunlight and crisp fresh air, which means its time for one thing, your annual Spring clean!
The thought of being faced with Spring cleaning, for many, is a dreaded task. The tedious filtering through of accumulated Winter clutter and the scrubbing of dust-filled worktops, at first, does appear somewhat unappealing. However, we promise that this doesn't have to be the case – with our easy to follow guide on how to spring clean your home in 10 steps, you'll be able to sit back and relax in a sparkling clean home in as little as a day!
Spring Clean Your Home In A Day!
When faced with the task of deep cleaning your entire home, we can almost guarantee the first thought that comes to mind is "but, where do I start?" – And we feel you! While it is understandable that cleaning your property top to bottom can be somewhat overwhelming, it isn't impossible to complete in a day. Begin with making a structured plan of action by splitting your checklist into smaller parts. If you opt for tackling each room one by one and refusing to move onto the next until you've ticked off every to-do, then you are considerably more likely to find success. Never leave rooms half completed, it'll only multiply the number of time-consuming jobs you'll have to come back to on a later date!
1. Go Through Old Clothes
We have all been guilty of hoarding old clothing with the intention of wearing them in the future, yet forget our promise until we embark in the following years clear out. While there is nothing wrong with keeping a few timeless statement pieces, it is time to thoroughly clear out all wardrobes, drawers and storage boxes and get donating!
When filtering through your clothing, place items into three categories; keep, store away and donate. Those in the 'keep' pile will be going straight back into your wardrobe, anything you're planning to store away should be bulky Winter items that are now out of season for the year, and lastly, anything you no longer wear but is in good condition can be donated. Local charities are always looking for new donations and many, such as the British Heart Foundation, even provide a free collection service to your home. Opting to donate to charity is a fantastic way to give your clothing a second life while supporting well-deserved causes.
It is imperative to be as honest with yourself as possible during the clear out process; if you cannot remember the last time you wore an item and do not feel eager to incorporate it into your next week's outfits, then its time to part ways!
2. Replace Bedding
Now that the colder nights are behind us, its time to trade in your Winter duvet, flannel sheets and faux fur blankets for lighter alternatives ready for the warmer months. Before packing away your heavier bedding, aim to ensure that they are all washed and dried, it'll give you one less job to worry about when you get them back out of storage again at the end of the year!
If you're yet to invest in bedding ready for the Summer months, then not to worry, we suggest purchasing a lightweight Summer duvet with a tog of 3 to 4.5, along with cotton bedsheets. The combination of a low tog duvet and cotton sheets will allow you to snuggle up while staying cool. We love the Summer bedding collection available on Ponden Home!
3. Clean Flooring
Flooring is one of the biggest culprits for building up dust, dirt and debris from the outdoors, which means that it is imperative to ensure that all surfaces undergo a deep clean.
If you are lucky enough to have wooden or tiled flooring as opposed to carpet, then this job will be considerably easier. Begin with removing all loose dust from the floor by either hoovering or sweeping the surface. If you attempt to clean before dusting, the dirt will simply spread across the floor. Once all debris has been removed, the floor can be mopped using an easy homemade cleaning solution of water and white vinegar or water and lemon juice. Lemon juice, in particular, is perfect for filling your home with a refreshing aroma!
On the other hand, those with carpets may find it a little trickier to clean. It is your choice whether you enlist the help of a professional carpet cleaner or use DIY methods. First For Women has put together a super handy guide on different ways to make your carpet spotless!
4. Clear Out Kitchen Cupboards
Kitchen cupboards can be a scary place filled with 'god knows how old' tins of beans dating back to the birth year of your first born child. We know you're going to hate us but its now time to face the task of clearing out your kitchen cupboards and freeing up a tonne of wasted space. It is essential to check the dates of all items while filtering through your cupboards. Any that are still in date can either be kept or if unwanted, donated to your local food bank. Food that is out of date can be recycled; however, you must ensure that you recycle the packaging and food products separate. For more information on what to do with food waste, take a look at Recycle Now.
5. Remove Bathroom Limescale
Limescale can prove super frustrating in any bathroom. No matter how much you wipe down and scrub between tiles and around the bath, limescale always seems to appear. A fantastic, proven way to banish limescale is to use white vinegar – and even better, it can work its magic overnight while you sleep! The evening before your scheduled Spring cleaning day, fill a spray bottle with white vinegar and spray a layer over all areas with visible limescale. If there is limescale on showerheads and taps, then fill a small plastic bag with the vinegar and tie it securely around the object so it can soak in the liquid throughout the night. The following morning, simply wipe away the solution with a damp cloth and continue your bathroom Spring cleaning!
6. Deep Clean Kitchen Appliances
There are a number of kitchen appliances that are used on a daily basis; for instance, the oven, microwave and fridge which means that they can be a nuisance for harbouring dirt. While there are various different kitchen cleaners guaranteed to shift built-up grime within a matter of minutes, you are able to achieve just as effective results with organic products you're likely to already have around the house.
Bicarbonate of soda, lemon juice and vinegar are all perfect for cleaning surfaces and lifting dirt. Bicarbonate of soda can be used to remove all cooking residue from surfaces, vinegar clears any blockages and lemons are ideal for polishing appliances for a sparkling clean finish, along with removing unwanted odours.
If you're hoping to be extra organised when cleaning kitchen appliances, Real Simple has devised a useful checklist that you can work your way through!
7. Dust The Living Room
The living room is often seen as the heart of the home. It is the key location for hosting guests and socialising with loved ones which means it's imperative to keep your living room in immaculate condition.
As the living room is filled with considerably more furniture than any other room in the home, it is one of the biggest culprits for collecting dust. During your Spring cleaning quest, make it your mission to thoroughly dust all surfaces in the living room. Clear ornaments from cabinets, take books from their shelves and pull out the TV stand. It is important while dusting that you open windows wide, so the room is filled with fresh air and dirt is not settling over your freshly cleaned surfaces. We strongly recommend using a microfibre cloth as they are filled with tiny fibres woven together that work as a net to trap dust, dirt and debris making your job a whole lot easier!
8. Clean Windows
Next, its time to clean your windows and allow the gorgeous Spring sun to shine in. With years of experience fitting double glazing in Milton Keynes, we have picked up some of the best tips for guaranteeing sparkling windows. And, although we all love the warmer weather, it is recommended to opt for a dry, cloudy day to clean your windows. Sunshine will cause the water to dry too quickly on the windows causing stubborn streaks.
Before beginning cleaning, aim to remove all dirt and debris from around the windowsill as failing to means that you will be wiping a mucky mess all over your freshly cleaned windows. If you have blinds, most definitely use your microfibre cloth from step 7 to dust each slat.
Now its time to begin cleaning. Similarly to when cleaning kitchen appliances, it is entirely your choice whether you opt for using a ready-made cleaner from brands such as Windolene or make your own mixture using cider vinegar, water and rubbing alcohol. Do not hold back when applying window cleaner, the more the better, particularly if the glass is looking extra grubby. Once applied, use a squeegee to wipe away excess liquid and then, again, your microfibre cloth for a final polish.
9. Refresh The Garden
While Spring cleaning is mainly based on decluttering your home, don't forget to show a little TLC to your garden. The harsh, frosty temperatures definitely take their toll on plants, grass and trees which means your garden will need to be refreshed just in time for Summer BBQ's. Spend time removing all weeds from their roots, trimming shrubs and clearing all litter or dead foliage.
Before attempting to plant any new flowers, it is vital to prep your soil. Over the Winter, the soil becomes dry and condensed so it's important to ensure that areas have been thoroughly raked, watered and compost has been added. The Gardening Cook has put together a fantastic guide to the 20 best Spring blooming plants including pansies, tulips and of course, daffodils!
10. Brighten Your Decor
Now your home has been thorough decluttered, cleaned and organised, it's more than likely that you have considerably more space available to begin incorporating quirky accessories. The most common colours associated with Spring are yellow, green, coral and blue meaning these give you the perfect foundation to begin brightening your decor.
If you're feeling a little dubious about making a bolder interior design statement in your home, not to worry, even the smallest of vibrant touches can make the world of difference. Whether you place patterned cushions on your sofa, fit a brightly coloured bedcover or fill a lively vase with blooming flowers, there are a plethora of simple, easy ways to add colour to your property without going too extravagant.
Get Your Home Ready For Spring!
Getting your home Spring-ready and working your way through the tedious cleaning checklist doesn't have to be a dull task. With thorough planning and ensuring that you carry out each task with care, your home can be entirely decluttered and cleaned in as little as a day.
If you're hoping to transform your home, maximise space and enhance natural light, then why not consider conservatories in Milton Keynes and surrounding areas? Crown Windows are more than happy to help to begin your journey to creating the perfect Spring retreat!


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Before Anna Nicole Smith or Carmen Electra or even really Marilyn
Monroe, there was Bettie Page, who grew up in a conservative religious
family in Tennessee, became a photo model sensation in 1950s New York
and became the target of a Senate investigation into pornography
courtesy of her legendary fetish poses. Directed by Mary Harron (American Psycho, I Shot Andy Warhol), The Notorious Bettie Page
takes a look back at the unlikely woman who blossomed into an erotic
icon, and whose iconic status continues to enthrall fans to this day.
Mol stars as Page, and there's a real, lockstep sweetness to both the
character and her performance; she's the best thing about the movie.
While shocking to some, Page always regarded her pin-up work — and most
famously the bondage, leather and shoe fetish specialties — as a
dress-up goof, perhaps because of the lack of men in any of the shoots.
Working first with Paula and Irving Klaw (Lili Taylor and Chris Bauer,
respectively), and later Bunny Yeager (Sarah Paulson), who would snap
her iconic Playboy Christmas-tree cover, Page worked as a model
to fund her dream of acting, though an ironic performance nervousness
would derail her dreams there.
The Notorious Bettie Page is in many ways as much about women
and the general boiling over prurient desires in pre-hardcore America
as it is about Page herself. There's a darker side to Page's lot later
in life — she spent several years in a mental institution for stabbing
her landlady in an argument — that isn't touched on at all here; after
a bit of a glimpse of Page's rough adolescence and its victimization,
the film hones in sharply on her years most in the public eye. There's
a kick to many of the fetishistic recreations, and Matt Hupfel's
cinematography — particularly in the washed-out color segments of the
'60s — conveys the playful yet demure nature of the work Page did,
especially the giggly pin-up work for girlie mags with innocent names
like Wink, Flirt and Titter. Yet the movie feels dramatically inert and, most damningly, psychologically shallow.
One can easily make a convincing case that Page's sunny disposition
is the result of suppressed trauma, but the script — by Harron and American Psycho
collaborator Guinevere Turner — doesn't delve into how and why this
drives Page. In directly implying incest and showcasing (albeit
non-graphically) a teenage gang rape, the film gives us back story with
no attendant follow through, and thus continues Harron's dubious
tradition of muted portraits of fascinating subjects. The Notorious Bettie Page gives us a veneer, brightly lacquered but one-dimensional. (Picturehouse, R, 91 mins.)


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Camden Valley Inn celebrates 80 years in operation at official opening event
2019 marks a huge milestone for the Camden Valley Inn.
The iconic local haunt has celebrated it's official re-opening after undergoing a massive transformation but this year also marks the pub's 80th year in operation.
The popular haunt closed in November last year to undergo a $15 million dollar makeover.
Lewis Land Group chief executive Chris Calvert said he was proud of the way the redevelopment had balanced the heritage aspects of the venue with a contemporary country design.
"Our venues are all about embracing the outdoors, and creating spaces for people to gather and enjoy the beauty of the surrounds," he said.
"Camden Valley Inn epitomises our approach to outdoor-focused social spaces.
"The scenic views, towering trees and heritage buildings are the real focus, so we have designed our venue to make sure these are highlighted from every vantage.
"We want to provide a feast for the eyes, as well as a great menu and level of service."
The first lot of eager customers stepped through the inn's doors last month and business has been booming since.
Renovations at the pub included the demolition of all structures except the two heritage-listed buildings and recently-renovated accommodation units.
The historic buildings received a facelift, under consultation with a heritage architect.
Major modern additions to the pub included gaming room facilities, dining and function areas, as well as additional parking.
A permanent marquee, a new children's playground and petting zoo were also built.
Wollondilly MP Nathaniel Smith officially opened the venue today (October 31) after nine months of renovations.
Set across approximately five acres, new facilities of the venue include multiple bars, a brand new dining area, a cafe, a pizzeria, accommodation, TAB and gaming facilities, a brand new beer garden, covered terrace and private and semi-private function spaces; all of which work around the fifty year old trees in the area which have been fiercely protected.
The family venue also caters for children, with a giant playground and petting zoo with baby goats.
Lewis Land Group head of leisure Brad Jenkins said the refurbishment had also facilitated job growth in the area by creating almost one hundred jobs that have mostly been filled by locals, in an effort to boost economic growth for the Camden region.
"From kitchen roles, duty management, function staff, food and beverage attendants, and marketing and event management, we're excited to have provided more job opportunities for the local Camden economy," he said.
Camden Valley Inn was originally the Camden Vale Milk Bar.
It was built by the Macarthur family in 1939. They sold milk and cream from the site.
The venue was granted a tavern licence in 1989 and became the inn and restaurant much loved by locals today.
To celebrate the Inn's former life a sculpture of an old-school milk bottle has been installed outside the main entrance.
Details: www.camdenvalleyinn.com.au or www.lewisland.com.


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Bluebell Wood Children's Hospice offers care and support to children and young adults with life-shortening and life-threatening conditions, both in their own homes and at our hospice in North Anston. They support the whole family, and give them the chance to relax, take a break and have fun.
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Global Gasoline Direct Injection Systems Market to Reach $9,712 Million by 2022
The global gasoline direct injection (GDI) systems market is expected to reach $9,712 million by 2022 from $2,638 million in 2015, growing at a CAGR of 20.7%. Passenger cars segment is anticipated to dominate the market throughout the analysis period. North America accounted for approximately 43% share of the global market in 2015, and is projected to dominate during the forecast period.
North America and Europe are the potential markets for the growth of GDI systems. In addition, technological advancement in GDI systems is anticipated to unfold various opportunities for the growth of this market. Incorporation of these systems in passenger cars and commercial vehicles is expected to increase rapidly in the coming years.
GDI is a fuel injection system where highly pressurized gasoline is directly injected into the combustion chamber of each cylinder of the engine rather than the conventional multipoint fuel injection (MPFI) that injects fuel into intake tract. The incorporation of GDI systems results in ultra-lean-burn of fuel, thus resulting in better fuel efficiency and increased power. The GDI systems market is driven by increase in demand for fuel-efficient & high-performance vehicles and reduction in vehicular emission. However, restraints associated with GDI system market are high cost of GDI systems due to high-pressure components, increase in penetration of electric vehicles, and residual particulate soot. Moreover, advancement of turbo GDI systems, development of GDI systems in upcoming hybrid vehicles to improve propulsion, and adoption of newer emission standards in various countries are expected to provide lucrative opportunity for the GDI systems market.
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The component segment is categorized into fuel injectors, fuel pumps, sensors, electronic control units (ECUs), and others (fuel pressure regulators and high pressure line). ECU accounted for the highest revenue owing to its high cost and necessary adoption in all GDI engines. Moreover, sensors segment is anticipated to witness the highest growth rate of 21.3% CAGR.
By vehicle type, the GDI systems market is bifurcated into passenger cars and commercial vehicles. The passenger cars segment accounted for about 67% market share in 2015, and is anticipated to witness a CAGR of 20.6%, owing to its rise in sales of passenger cars globally and high adoption rate of fuel-efficient systems by automobile manufacturers. Light commercial vehicles are anticipated to witness a high growth rate of 20.8% during the forecast period.
North America accounted for the highest revenue in 2015, and anticipated to grow at the highest CAGR of 21.2% throughout the forecast period. This is attributed to increased adoption of fuel-efficient GDI systems in the U.S. and Canada. Moreover, stringent regulations enforced by government about vehicular emission control supplemented the market growth.
According to Rakesh Singh, Assistant Manager, Research at Allied Analytics LLP, "North America and Europe are the potential markets for the growth of GDI systems. In addition, technological advancement in GDI systems isanticipated to unfold various opportunities for the growth of this market. Incorporation of these systems in passenger cars and commercial vehicles is expected to increase rapidly in the coming years."
The key players profiled in the GDI systems market include Magneti Marelli S.p.A (Italy), Robert Bosch GmbH (Germany), Delphi Automotive LLP (UK), Continental AG (Germany), DENSO CORPORATION (Japan), Eaton (Republic of Ireland), Stanadyne LLC (U.S.), Hitachi Automotive Systems, Ltd. (Japan), Keihin Corporation (Japan), and TI Automotive (U.S.).
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TransWest inching closer to transmission line construction through Moffat County
A massive proposed electric infrastructure project that could bring 3,000 megawatts of wind-generated energy across Wyoming, Moffat County, Utah, and Nevada is on the Moffat County Board of County Commissioners' agenda this week.
TransWest Express, LLC's project has been some nine years in the making, but now, TransWest has submitted its application for a conditional use permit to the BOCC.
In December 2016, Bureau of Land Management sought to regulate some of the inventoried federal lands underneath the proposed transmission line. Moffat County later objected in a December letter to the BLM's board of directors, arguing that BLM does not have the authority to require mitigation in these lands, because, though they have been inventoried as Lands with Wilderness Characteristics, the areas have not undergone the BLM's land use planning process.
According to TransWest's application, the company is currently in the midst of "updating engineering design and completing private right-of-way acquisition."
The application says the project will require approximately 3,504 acres of federal, state, and private land in Moffat County, involving some 22 private landowners.
TransWest says it is trying to work with these landowners before taking their land by other means.
"Although TransWest intends and desires to work collaboratively with landowners to negotiate mutually agreeable terms for the right to use the land, easements can be acquired through eminent domain (condemnation) proceedings, if necessary," TransWest wrote in its conditional use permit application.
In a January interview, Jerry Hoberg, Moffat County's planner and airport manager, said even if TransWest's conditional use permit is approved by county commissioners, TransWest will still have to secure agreements with the private landowners before construction of the transmission line can begin.
"If they don't get property owners' approval, the conditional use permit won't mean anything," Hoberg said
If the conditional use permit is approved during Tuesday's BOCC meeting, it will be at least another year before TransWest hopes to begin construction in 2020, with a proposed completion slated for 2022.
TransWest says residents in Craig and Moffat County will see benefits almost immediately from increased "employment and expenditures, property taxes, and increased sales and use tax revenue," which TransWest estimates will be about $1.3 million in the project's first year.
"Over the estimated 50-year life of the project, TransWest will pay about $31.4 million in property taxes in the aggregate," the application said. "This will make the TWE project one of the largest property tax payers in Moffat County."
Eleanor C. Hasenbeck contributed to this report. Contact Clay Thorp at 970-875-1795 or email@example.com.
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Dottie Northam is a native Tennessean. She grew up in the suburbs surrounding Memphis. In 1973, Dottie, fresh out of High School, married Doug Northam and started her career in the Memphis office of Bankers Life of Des Moines, IA (now known as Principal Financial Group). While working on her career and starting a family, she attended The University of Memphis, taking business related courses. In 1985, she became the first outside Service Representative nationwide for Principal, and helped the company establish protocol for servicing Employer Sponsored Retirement Plans.
Dottie's life was changed for the better when in 1999 she was asked to move to the Nashville area and open a Retirement and Investor Services office for Principal in Brentwood. She made another change for the better in 2006 when she decided to retire from the "corporate world" and become a Financial Services Rep for Principal. Today, she sells and services employer sponsored retirement plans, as well as individual financial and insurance products for her own clients.
Dottie has always been involved in the community in which she resides. When her children were young, she was always an officer for the local Booster Clubs, working to make those clubs better for the community and especially the children served. While her children were growing up, she was the Wee Worship Director for the church they attended.
After moving to Franklin in 1999, Dottie traveled quite a bit and found it difficult to be involved in community organizations because she was never home. But, since work travel slowed in 2006, she has been involved in a number of organizations, including Williamson, Inc., NAIFA, Million Dollar Round Table, NAWBO and NAWIC. In 2007, she was nominated for the Athena Award by NAWIC. Her main interest today is the Rotary Club of Franklin at Breakfast. Dottie has served on the Board for 7 years and has been the President of the Club for 2 years. She is very passionate about the work that her club does for the community.
Dottie and Doug still live in the home they bought in Franklin in 2001. They have 2 adult children and 3 grandchildren who now live in the Eagleville area.


text: "CAN you interview me from the left? I have a better side - I'm a very vain man," joked ** Tom Ford** to VogueTV during the launch of his Private Blend perfume at Harvey Nichols last night. 12 individual and unusual scents, including vanilla tobacco and Tuscan leather, are being sold in old-fashioned apothecary-style bottles and can be mixed together according to one's own personal taste. "The concept behind this is similar to that behind my new menswear line. I want to create extremely unique and exclusive products, unlike some of my previous projects," he smiled, referring to his time at Gucci, when making the brand accessible to all by selling everything from a £50 keyring to a £10,000 dress was his main focus. With stunning displays of Ford's new fragrances filling up each of Harvey Nichols' 11 windows, the immaculate designer's latest venture is as aesthetically pleasing as his loyal customers would expect. But what about a womenswear collection - when will we finally be put out of our misery? "It is on the cards. I can't promise when, but I can promise I'm thinking about it." (May 25 2007, AM)[b]Louise Roe WATCH OUR EXCLUSIVE TOM FORD INTERVIEW


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World War 2 occurred from 1939 to 1945, between those 6 years there were many technical discoveries that got introduced in our civil lives. To name a few, aviation and RADAR were developed, computers, medicine and business administration were also developed during World War 2. Without the war, maybe we would not have as many resources we have and use on a daily basis in today's society.
The tests that were ran during the camps and also the war wounds allowed the Germans to discover many cures and treatments for the soldiers. As explained, "World War 2 provided the backdrop for a major expansion in of medicine. War wounds and infections created the need for more effective and urgent treatments that could be administered easily on the battlefield. Researchers and medical experts responded with new drugs and practices. Sulfonamide, penicillin, Atabrine, plasma, and morphine were among the chief wartime medical advancements" (nursegroups.com). This quote matters because if there was no war, there would be no need to have to find cures and treatments. This matters because many of those treatments are still used to help treat people till this day. The war enforced an intense development push into emergency medicine. The information of the new treatments were also shared and spread out to many people. Carlos Ribeiro explains, "The huge amount of professionals trained during the war also helped to improve the general health of the population after returning to their civil lives after the war" (quora.com). This quote proves that the war was helpful because the nurses who learned how to treat people, helped treat others. If the nurses did not have to learn so quickly how to find treatments to help the soldiers, they would have never been able to have help other people. This matters because the nurses not only helped a couple of people, they helped many people to help improve the community around them.
Another huge discovery that was made during World War 2 was computers. Computers are used in many people's daily lives for work, school and entertainment (etc). This is explained by Engineering and Technology History Wiki, "In 1942, just after the United States entered World War 2, hundreds of women were employed around the country as computers. Their job consisted of using mechanical desk calculators to solve long lists of equations. The results of the calculators were compiled into tables and published for use of battlefields by gunnery officers. The tables allowed soldiers in the field to aim artillery or other weapons, taking into account variable conditions such as temperature and air density. Today, such calculations are done instantly in the battlefield with microcomputers" (ethw.org). This quote matters because it shows how computers have evolved over time and become more advanced. The computers were used in war to help the soldiers, but over time they became more useful for other purposes other than just for war. This means that because they were very important in the war and used often, others wanted to use it and there has also been many changes to the computer overtime to be used for multiple purposes instead of ust for war. Also technology in genral has been changed because of the war and it also became very important in civil time.
In conclusion, World War 2 was helpful because we still benefit from a lot of the technology, cures and treatments that were discovered during the war. Without the war, maybe we would not have as many resources we have and use on a daily basis in today's society.
"Nursing History: The History of WWII Medicine for Schools." Nursing History: The History of WWII Medicine for Schools | NurseGroups, www.nursegroups.com/article/history-of-wwii-medicine-for-schools.html.
This source is reliable because their information is coming from nurses and student nurses. Being a nurse is a very stressful and important job, so it is not likely that they will give false information to others.
"World War II Aircraft." World War II Aircraft – Engineering and Technology History Wiki, ethw.org/World_War_II_Aircraft.
The ETHW is one of the world's premier sites for the documentation, analysis, and explanation of the history of technology. The scientists, engineers and business people who made these technologies happen and on the history of the organizations to which these men and women belonged.
"What were the benefits of World War II? In what ways are we indebted in to World War 2 when we consider things that we now take for granted."
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Da Brat is no longer living life behind prison walls. On Monday, So So Def CEO Jermaine Dupri announced on his Twitter page that Da Brat has been released. Dupri writes, quote, "Happy day for me and all SO SO DEF fans, Da BRAT is finally home." Da Brat was arrested in 2007 for hitting a waitress in the head with a bottle at Dupri's Studio 72 nightclub. She pleaded guilty to aggravated assault charges, and in 2008 she was sentenced to three years in prison, seven years of probation, and 200 hours of community service. Last May, Da Brat entered a work release program that let her out of prison for several hours a day to make windows. Here is my favorite song from the Da Brat Funkdafied
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Ladakh Season Begins! Click here for the cheapest prices inclusive of to & from flights.
Khardung La pass or the "Pass of Lower Castle" at a height of 18,380 ft from the mean sea level lies on the road between Nubra valley and Leh in Ladakh. According to reports of Border Roads Organisation, this is the world's topmost motorable road.
Connecting Leh with Nubra valley this pass serves as a gateway to the famous Siachen Glacier. Siachen lies on the north of Leh and about 40 Kms away by road to the Nubra valley.
Why the Khardung La Pass was built:
Lt. General T.B.Nanda (retired) who was the Chief Engineer of Northern Command and was given the charge of constructing this road told that post-1971 war against Pakistan an exchange of territory took place in the mountainous terrain of the north of the Himalayas. India acquired about 400 square miles area, there was the Turtok sector by the Shyok river which housed nearly 200 families. Earlier Pakistan used to maintain them from the west; but now the need was to arrange supplies to them from the east. Out of 35 Kms. for 16 Kms. between Chalunka and Thoise actually, there was no track. Also, the Shyok river ran for several kilometers through a very narrow and steep gorge which was earlier thought to be impassable.
[Check out the fascinating views of Ladakh on a road trip]
The main base of supplies to this beautiful view of Ladakh area was situated at an altitude of 11,500 ft at Leh. On the northern side, a Forward Supply Depot (FSD) provided deployment up to the Siachen and Turtok sectors via the Nubra valley. Before, supplies from Leh to the FSD were carried out through pack transport over Ladakh range and through airlifting to Thoise which had only a gravel airstrip. During winter season pack transport through Khardung La pass became difficult and the Air Force also was extremely reluctant to use the Thoise airstrip as the engines of the Avro aircraft which were mounted low sucked grit and dust.
In order to solve the Ladakh region's supply problem and also to construct a road connecting Chalunka and Thoise the decision to build a motorable road through Khardung La was taken. On 17th August 1972 the 201 Engineer Regiment, Madras Sappers belonging to the Indian Army started work on the project and on 27th August 1973 the road was completed and opened for traffic.
Permits required:
For visiting the Nubra valley one requires a permit. This can be collected from travel agents in Leh on payment of a nominal fee of about two hundred rupees. But even without any permit, one can enjoy the exhilarating trek above the pass. The journey offers you a good view of Leh. From the top one can spot the Karakoram range lying in the north and directly opposite the mighty Himalayas towards Leh. The descent from check post is also quite picturesque.
Weather conditions on the pass:
During winters temperatures drop to -40 degrees Celsius with almost 10 feet of snowfall. During the summer temperatures hover around 20 degrees Celsius but the freaky weather could suddenly turn worse and it may be bitterly cold.
The beauty of Khardung La Pass:
With the Ladakh range spreading towards the south and the Karakoram range to the north the views are simply magnificent with the white snow-capped mountain peaks all around at an almost touching distance. Just have a leisurely stroll with the cool refreshing mountain air caressing your face. You will feel rejuvenated. The thrill of visiting the highest pass in the world will churn up your emotions. But it's better to be safe than sorry and hence do not expose yourself too much and for too long at such high altitudes.
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I have 2 beautiful tabby and Persian cats..both females…I had bought the Hartz flea and tick for cats because they were just kittens about 23 weeks old…I did as the instructions told me too and after about 3 minutes one of my cats started to foam at the mouth and acting crazy…one of my cats started having a seizure at the same time..I thought I was going to loose her…..I grabbed her and my daughter and I gave her a bath right away…she was so weak from the seizure that she couldn't keep her head up…she didn't eat for over a week..hid under my bed and wouldn't let anyone touch her…so my advice to all cat lovers or dog lovers don't use this product..it can kill your beloved pets…
Cat Went Crazy
I bought a hartz flea collar and i had my 2 yr old cat sitting next to me. As soon as i opened the package he freaked out over the smell and started running away. He is a total stanger to flea collars and its unsual for him to act that way, but nevertheless i didnt think much about it cause i figured since it was a scented flea collar, he just didnt like the smell. Anyways, i got the chance to put the flea collar on him and right away he went nuts. He began to roll on the floor rubbing his neck profusley and started drooling real bad. I freaked out and rushed to get the flea collar off but my cat was so spooked he kept running away from me. After a hour of chasing and trying to calm him down, the poor guy looked hit. Watery eyes, slight foamy drooling mouth, and just down right weak. I took the collar off, washed his body, and im hoping to god he will be ok! I googled side effects for flea collars and found this website. I had read so many stories and i hear the same thing, "why hasnt anybody sued this company, and how are they even in business"???? I feel the same way!
Flea and Tick medicine killed my dog
I bought a 12 week old boxer puppy and gave the puppy flea and tick medicine to my dog per instructions. Less than 24 hours later he was having seizures and twitching. I owned this dog for 10 days and had to put him down. I have JUST not been informed about this complications this medicine can cause… HOW ARE THEY STILL IN BUSINESS?????
Count me in as the newest Hartz hater.
Was taking my 7 month old kitten to the vet to have her stitches removed from her spaying a couple of weeks ago. I really wanted her to be able to go outside and be able to playmand explore – we have a large backyard in a very quiet cul-de-sac. I picked up the Hartz UltraGuard OneSpot drops for cats and applied it behind her shoulders as the directions said. The trip to the vet for the suture removal was next on my list and that was a fortunate thing! Within 20 minutes, she was drooling, foaming at the mouth, and otherwise very distressed. The vet gave her a very thorough cleaning and fortunately, she seems to be ok. I was furious that a company could sell this product without proper warning of the potential risks involved. All they have is some vague, generic warning about sensitivities to pesticides. I am very fortunate that Tigerlily is ok, but I am out $50 for the emergency wash/cleaning. I wrote a letter to Hartz describing the ordeal, but I am not holding my breath for a response. Has anyone else here had success getting reimbursed for vet bills, ect? My heart goes out to all of you that lost a beloved pet from this poison.
Liars and killers
I posted a experience a few months back I had with my dog. I gave him Hartz flea medicine and he started shaking and drooling, so I took him to the vet and he told me it was from the flea medicine and he gave him a steroid shot and prednisone. He seemed to be recovering but then his back legs started failing him. I took him back to the vet and he gave him another prescription of prednisone and he seemed to be improving again. But the prednisone stopped working for him and he lost complete control of his back legs and they were just dragging behind him. I tried everything I could to save my dog. I even got him a doggy wheelchair. Anything to avoid that dredded trip to the vet to have him euthanized. But everything I did was in vain. I ended up having to have him put down anyway. I conacted Hartz about this issue and they told me to send them a written diagnosis statement from my vet saying that he believed the flea medicine caused my dogs death (which he did) they told me to send them my bills and they would reimburse me. Well, guess what I got back? A check for $20! What a slap in the face! I called Hartz, and I was absolutley furious! They told me that they came to the conclusion that the flea medicine did not kill my dog, regardless of what the vet said in his statement. When I argued with them about it all she could say was "Ma'am your dog lived for 2 more months after he had the symptoms"! I said "yes you idiot, he did! but he couldnt walk the whole 2 months and because I tried everything I could to save my dogs life you stupid moron!" (yes I was mad, really mad) Long story short they tell me that as a "courtesy" they would send me a $100 check, which I still havent seen yet and that was over 6 weeks ago. The people are murdering, heartless, crooks and I am doing everything in my power to make sure people know about there products. I told that lady I dont know how those people sleep at night! They must employee people without a conscious! They are nothing but heartless KILLERS!
My Cousins Cat
My cousin had a gorgeous black tiger cat. They had used Hartz flea control on him because another house-cat of theirs goes outside. They put the flea medicine on him while he was laying down. He sleeps a lot as normal and about two hours later they went to feed him. He wasn't moving when they got the food out. My cousin went to pet him and he was completely cold. He had died within the two hours they put the flea medicine on him. He was a healthy cat, no health issues. We all strongly believe it was the Hartz medicine.
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I understand your concerns and the problems as well. Your stories brought tears to my eyes. I also understand that it says on the boxes of the Sergeant's Silver Squeeze-On For Cats and Kittens that it is a pesticide. It has it under HAZARDS TO DOMESTIC ANIMALS. I haven't had any problems with my kittykat and using Hartz. I've used Hartz on a couple of my animals before and haven't had any problems with any of them. Course that was probably because I've never gone past the first 2 doses of the medicine before either. I will take all of your messages against the products under close consideration before using it again the next time. Yes my kittykat has been scratching still, but i did notice that the fleas were flocking to the areas where you shouldn't put the products. I also have given my kittykat a flea bath before I used the product and more than the Hartz medicine killed so far were killed in that one bath. I also gave my kittykat a dial antibacterial tropical soap bath 2 days after I put the medicine on my kittykat. I also live in the basement so it stays very cool down here (maybe that plays a factor into that as well). I haven't noticed very much change in my kittykat's behaviors at all, except that he stays away from the bathroom now (hah hah he doesn't like taking baths very much). There was an intense amount of fleas on my kittykat before I put the flea stuff on him. I have just used Hartz ultragaurd flea and tick furniture/carpet spray on the carpets and furniture today. I know there are ups and downs to all products on the shelves, so I will just watch my kittykat's behavior for now. I have heard good things and bad things about these products and i have never had a problem with them before this either. I was, however, wondering about the bad side of the product as well and you cleared that up very good. If there is any changes at all in my kittykat then I will post it and i will also go to the vet's with my kittykat. Thanx very much for the information. I have noticed that he has sneezed lately, tho he sneezes all the time when the seasons change. I may have to further look into that one closely. I am also using a flea collar. I have noticed with the flea collars that it didn't work very well cuz when i moved into the basement with my kittykat he didn't have them but just to be sure my sister and i treated him with flea medicine and put on the collar as well the same day. There shouldn't have been that many fleas there on him. I also know that bugs continuously evolve from the insecticides and poisons that we use against them. I do wonder if the stuff isn't working at all. I need to give my kittykat a new bath soon cuz it has been 3 days so far and 1 day so far since the dial bath. I've been picking the fleas off of my kittykat and killing them myself and even that has been more than the amount that the medicine has killed so far. I just don't know what to think anymore. I thought it was working. I'm not sure if it is actually working to kill off any of the fleas so far. I know it's only been like 4 days since i originally put it on him, but shouldn't you receive some results after the first 2 days of the products use? For now because i have no income whatsoever i am just going to watch what he does and his behaviors as well. Thanx for the updates.
Hartz bad for pets for sure
I have a Saint and a Japanese Chin. Both have been treated as directed with the green shampoo and flea treatment in the small tubes once a month as directed. The dogs still itch repeatedly and their hair is falling out and they won't stop shedding. This stuff is terrible. Now their skin is raw, so we've switched to other products instead. I bought it because it was inexpensive, but now my pets are paying the price:(
My friends Cat Evana
My friend had a flea problem and it was spreading to the other pets. Evana was the core animal that started with it so she was the only animal to get the treatment (sadly but thankfully) We gave her a bath and put the Hartz Flea and tick treatment on her. She was fine for a while but then disapeared. We thought she was just mad because of the bath. Well the next day we got worried and searched for her. She was hiding underneath my bed. She had been having seizures all night and still was having them. We rushed her into the Vet and she told us about Hartz and its reputation. She took Evana and gave her an iv and said she would be working on her all night because she had already had the medicine on her for too long. This morning we got the call that she didn't make it. Her heart gave out. She was only 2 years old.


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The firm came to this interesting conclusion after it tracked a number of DDoS attacks taking place in the Asia-Pacific region, and found that that the attacks mirrored what was happening with civil unrest situations in Hong Kong.
According to Kirk Soluk, a threat intelligence and response manager within Arbor Networks' ASERT research team, there was a hefty 111 percent increase in the number of DDoS attacks targeting Hong Kong related internet properties when analysing the months immediately before and after recent protester demands.
As Hong Kong watchers will have noticed, the latest round of pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong began on September 22 when students from 25 schools and universities went ahead with a boycott to protest Beijing's decision to proceed with indirect elections for Hong Kong's chief executive position.
The protests, says Soluk, ramped up on September 28 when a larger pro-democracy group, Occupy Central with Love and Peace, combined forces with the student demonstrators. And on October 1, he says, protesters vowed to increased the level of civil disobedience if Hong Kong's Chief Executive, Leung Chun-Ying, did not step down.
Since that time, the Arbor response manager says that tensions have increased, with police crackdowns, tear gas, barricades, skirmishes, shutdowns of government buildings and infrastructure, and heavy use of social media to promote both pro-and anti-protest sentiment.
By examining Arbor's Internet-wide attack visibility data, the company says it spotted DDoS attack activity in the APAC region, which correlates strongly with the ebb and flow of protest activity in Hong Kong.
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The correlation between civil unrest in Hong Kong and the Far Eastern online world is not confined to the region, as parallel research from Kaspersky Lab has spotted that 38 percent of companies providing online services also fell victim to DDoS attacks over the last 12 months.
The joint research carried out by B2B International and Kaspersky Lab is said to prove that DDoS attacks are common online business-related events rather than just isolated incidents. That's why, says the security vendor, it is so important to guarantee business continuity by taking steps to protect against DDoS attacks.
Delving into the research reveals that 49 percent of IT firms reported that they had encountered at least one DDoS attack over the last year. But even if the attackers failed to completely block user access to a company's information resources, partial inaccessibility is also a serious problem.
For example, says Kaspersky, 29 percent of respondents reported that they or their users had faced problems conducting online transactions as a result of a DDoS attack. This problem is particularly significant, says the research, for companies working in telecommunications and logistics arena - 49 percent and 45 percent respectively.
"Even though one in three companies has suffered from DDoS attacks, just six percent believe this type of incident is the most dangerous external cyber-threat they face," said Eugene Vigovsky, head of Kaspersky's DDoS Protection operations.
"However, taking down a site or preventing transactions is only the tip of the iceberg. A DDoS attack can lead to reputational losses or legal claims over undelivered services. To ensure that clients have uninterrupted access to their online services, companies need to think in advance about appropriate protection against DDoS attacks," he added.
According to Craig Carpenter, COO of incident response with Resolution1 Security, the findings by Arbor are not that surprising, as they are consistent with what he and his clients are now seeing the world over.
"As a minimum, the line between events in the physical and cyber worlds has blurred, a trend we expect to see continue. It is for this reason our clients approach security holistically, including physical and cyber security as part of their global programme," he explained.
Carpenter's comments were mirrored by Jared DeMott, a security researcher with Bromium Labs, who said he was not surprised to see DDoS attacks being used in real-world situations.
"They were also using tear gas and physical weapons in those events. So certainly cyber-attacks, which have much better anonymity, is typical and only going to ramp up as time goes on," he said.
"Cyber-attacks can confuse, delay, and even destroy things. Malicious parties will certainly use whatever weapons are available. And cyber-weapons are easier to acquire and deploy than physical weapons. Cyber-attacks will continue to grow in attractiveness to those that would confuse or do harm to others," he added.


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The Raussmüller Organisation fosters understanding of pioneering artistic approaches from the second half of the 20th century, by conserving, researching and exhibiting major works of leading artists and by communicating these works to an international audience through publications and events.
Raussmüller is a private, non-profit organisation. It builds upon the cultural achievements of Urs und Christel Raussmüller, who heighten awareness, through their activities and institutions, of the creative principle of art as social potential. The centre of the Raussmüller Organisation is the Raussmüller Hallen in Basel.
Raussmüller Insights is a forum for sharing fresh findings from research into artists and works of New Art and for providing an inside view into the activities of the Raussmüller Organisation. Further information can be found at www.raussmueller.org
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Speaking Calendar is an innovative software tool designed to offer you a standard calendar with additional useful functions. It supports adding appointments and events to the calendar so that the program can remind you of them before time. It uses the characters from MS Agent to speak out the appointments, current date or the events. Enter any number of alarms and the tool will speak them out to alert you on time. The feature is customizable with the ability to set the repeat time for the alarm. It also features birthday reminders so that you never again forget the birthday of any friend. A must try software tool!
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Reconciliation of withholding tax for non-residents
We perform a reconciliation of non-resident withholding tax (WHT) on distributions from unlisted managed funds and income from equity holdings, for all Australian non-residents with an open account at the time of reconciliation.
The reconciliation details provided are a guide to the correct tax position for non-resident investors in relation to their unlisted managed fund and equity holdings within our platform. Due to differing individual circumstances and the necessity of applying overriding assumptions and principles in the reconciliation process, we strongly recommend that investors seek independent taxation advice on this matter.
How do we reconcile WHT?
Product issuers provide us with the component breakdowns of distributions after each financial year end through product issuer tax statements (generally received between July and October).
As such, prior to the receipt of these tax statements it is not possible for us to apply the specific withholding rates against the component breakdown of distributions received during the year. Accordingly, where there have been interim distributions throughout the year, we calculate WHT at 15% of the gross distribution at the time the distribution is paid.
Once product issuers have provided us with the actual components that make up each distribution, we calculate the difference between the amount that was withheld throughout the year and the amount that should have been withheld. As a result of this reconciliation, where necessary, an adjustment (deposit or withdrawal) is made to the investor's cash hub.
The Reconciliation of Withholding Tax for Non-Resident Income section of the Tax Report – Detailed discloses the non-resident WHT adjustment for listed equities, unlisted managed funds and listed trusts. The amount also appears on your Tax Report – Summary.
Equities and listed trusts
We will perform a notional reconciliation of WHT for equities and listed trusts held within the platform.
For equities and listed trusts, the relevant share registry deducts any WHT based upon the investor's country of residence (as provided by the investor) and considers whether or not Australia has negotiated a DTA and/or EOI agreement with the non-resident's country of residence.
Once we have received notification from the share registries, the difference between the amount that was withheld throughout the year and the amount that should have been withheld is calculated. We then credit/debit the investors cash hubs as required such that non-resident investors are in the correct WHT position, based on the assumptions and principles applied.
These are the principles that we rely upon while performing the reconciliation of WHT.
- The reconciliation has been performed in respect of unlisted managed fund distributions received from unlisted managed funds and income received from equity holdings held within our platform.
- The reconciliation for equity holdings will disclose the amount of WHT that was withheld by the share registries and the amount that should have been withheld by the share registries in respect of listed equity income.
- The reconciliation has been performed on distributions of unlisted managed funds and listed equity income and not on any capital gains that may have resulted from the disposal of a managed fund or equity holding. We assume that non-residents do not hold a taxable australian real property (TARP) interest in any asset they hold in their account. Please refer to the capital gains tax (CGT) section of this website for more information about TARP assets.
- The reconciliation only details those components where WHT is required to be deducted on distributions received.
- A reconciliation has only been performed where non-resident investors have their account open at the time of the adjustment. If the account has been closed before making the adjustment, we are unable to perform a reconciliation as there is no account into which we can make an adjusting entry.
- In relation to unfranked dividends and interest:
- we have determined the appropriate WHT rate to be applied based on the country of residence provided by investors
- where investors are resident of a country with which Australia has negotiated a double taxation agreement (DTA), the rate specified in that DTA has been applied
- where the DTA advises more than one rate, the most conservative of those rates has been chosen
- where investors are resident of a country with which Australia has not negotiated a DTA, the non-treaty WHT rates have been applied (30% for unfranked dividends and 10% for interest amounts).
- In relation to Australian 'other' income and TARP capital gains (discounted, indexed and fully taxable), a withholding rate of 15% (for the current income year) has been applied where the non-resident is a resident of a country with which Australia has an effective exchange of information (EOI) agreement. Where the non-resident is resident of a country with which Australia does not have an EOI, the applicable withholding rate is 30%.
- The reconciliation has not taken into account distributions of non-TARP capital gains as this distribution component is not required to have non-resident WHT deducted.
- No consideration has been given to the potential impact of the local tax regime of the various countries in which the non-resident investors reside.
Where a non-resident has changed residency during the year, we have deducted WHT at the correct rates taking into account any residency change. A residency change may include any of the following examples:
- a resident becoming a non-resident
- a non-resident moving from one overseas country to another overseas country
- a non-resident becoming a resident.
Where a non-resident has changed residency, we will continue to withhold tax in accordance with their original country of residence until we have received all completed and correct paperwork. Once this paperwork has been received, we will update our systems to apply the correct WHT rates (as per the relevant DTA or EOI rates) for unlisted managed funds.
In relation to listed securities, we will notify the relevant share registry of any residency change when all completed and correct paperwork is received. The registry will then update their systems accordingly.
We strongly recommend that investors seek independent taxation advice in relation to the accuracy of this reconciliation based on their own individual circumstances.
The following assumptions have been relied upon in performing the reconciliation of WHT:
- non-resident investors are individuals
- all managed investments and listed trusts and listed and unlisted securities are held within our platform and so we are able to report all-managed investments and listed trusts, and listed and unlisted securities income
- distribution statements issued by product issuers are correct
- non-resident investors have a portfolio (less than 10%) interest in their unlisted managed funds and equity holdings.


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With security intercom entry phone system, flat 23 is located on the second floor having lift and staircase access.
Entrance door leads to large through 'L' shaped reception hall with night storage heater, hardwood sealed unit double glazed side window, two ceiling light points, large walk in airing cupboard, further built in storage cupboard and pull cord. Door leads off the following accommodation.
With hardwood sealed unit double glazed windows to side and rear elevations, 'Dimplex' night storage heater, telephone point and T.V aerial point.
With an attractive range of modern refitted cream gloss units comprising work top surfaces with inset stainless steel single drainer sink unit with mixer tap, double door base cupboard below, additional corner door base cupboard, three drawer base units and single door base cupboards. Inset four ring ceramic hob with built in electric oven below and double and single door matching wall cupboards, tiled splash backs, pull cord, vinyl wood effect flooring, fluorescent strip lighting and hardwood sealed unit double glazed side window.
Hardwood sealed unit double glazed rear window, electric panel heater, telephone extension point and double and single sliding door mirror fronted wardrobes.
With hardwood sealed unit double glazed rear window, electric panel heater, pull cord, telephone extension point.
With modern white suite comprising corner shower cubicle, 'Mira Sport' electric shower unit, vanity wash hand basin, low level w/c, heated towel rail, fan heater, pull cord and hardwood obscure sealed unit double glazed window.
The property is situated amongst attractive well maintained communal gardens and there are ample car parking spaces.
We understand the property is leasehold held on an unexpired term of approximately 123 years. There is a current monthly service charge of £189.00. The service charge includes ground rent, block building insurance together with maintenance and cleaning of the communal areas and gardens.
All main services with exception of gas are connected to the property.


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It's Bisexual Visibility Week, so what am I commemorating it with? Books.
The answer is always books. I may not be bisexual, but I'm always happy to spread the representation love, so I've made a list of some of the books on my TBR shelf with bisexual protagonists!
Some have been released yet, some haven't, but all are crushing me under the weight of my TBR. But a good kind of crushing, ya know?
Autoboyagraphy by Christina Lauren
Autoboyagraphy follows Tanner, a bisexual boy who is trying to finish his senior year in conservative Utah so that he can be out-and-proud out-of-state. But then he meets Sebastian – a Mormon boy that he catches the hots for.
Even though these books are listed in no particular order, I must say that this is at the top of my TBR right now! I discovered this on Netgalley a couple of months ago and had to physically restrain myself for requesting an e-ARC. Now, I'm so glad I waited so that I can have a nice, pretty physical copy. I've hear so many wonderful, swoony things!
Labyrinth Lost by Zoraida Córdova
I'M LATE ON THIS ONE. I know. All the hype was going on this time last year but I already had so many books lined up that it kind of fell farther down the list. But I'm hoping to get to it at some point in the future, because I've heard such good things. It's about a witch who has to save her family with magic powers that she hates and put her faith in a boy she doesn't trust.
My only hesitation with this one is that it involves a love triangle, and as I explained last month, those can be pretty hit-or-miss with me.
Reign of the Fallen by Sarah Glenn Marsh
I participated in a BBTC chat on twitter surrounding this book before I even knew what it was about. But after reading some excerpts from it, I was sold. Not only does this feature a bi character, but I've heard it's also a steamy romance… right up my alley.
The blurb is kind of confusing to me, but I think the gist of it is necromancy, the Dead, and zombies. Pretty chill.
Ramona Blue by Julie Murphy
While I'm excited that this book is about a bi girl, I'm especially intrigued by the poverty storyline. That kind of representation can be so rare in YA, so I think I'll learn a lot from this one! Especially since Ramona's family struggles began after Hurricane Katrina devastated them – a topic that is especially current after Hurricane Irma in my area and Maria in Puerto Rico.
They Both Die at the End by Adam Silvera
And lastly, we have the book that everyone has heard of and wants to read. I can't wait to read this… as soon as I get in the right head-space. Everyone knows that Silvera lives to emotionally destroy his readers. I AM NOT READY.
This one has two male protagonists – Rufus who is bisexual, and Mateo who is gay. Apparently both are just a gem to read from so I'm so excited!
And there you are! Some bi books to add to your TBR. Appreciate the bisexual people in your life, and if you happen to be one of those people, whether you're out, not, or still questioning it, I hope you had an awesome Bisexual Visibility Week!
Are you planning to read any of these? Have you already? What did you think of them? Do you have any bisexual recs for me? Tell me in the comments! 🙂
Stay bookish,