Tuesday, April 27, 2010
Dale Ogden, a 2010 California gubernatorial candidate, talks with Wikinews reporter Mike Morales about his platform.
Ogden is a member of the United States’ Libertarian Party.
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Thursday, October 22, 2020
2020 Melbourne Lord Mayor candidate Wayne Tseng answered some questions about his campaign for the upcoming election from Wikinews. The Lord Mayor election in the Australian city is scheduled to take place this week.
Tseng runs a firm called eTranslate, which helps software developers to make the software available to the users. In the candidate’s questionnaire, Tseng said eTranslate had led to him working with all three tiers of the government. He previously belonged to the Australian Liberal Party, but has left since then, to run for mayorship as an independent candidate.
Tseng is of Chinese descent, having moved to Australia with his parents from Vietnam. Graduated in Brisbane, Tseng received his PhD in Melbourne and has been living in the city, he told Wikinews. Tseng also formed Chinese Precinct Chamber of Commerce, an organisation responsible for many “community bond building initiatives”, the Lord Mayor candidate told Wikinews.
Tseng discussed his plans for leading Melbourne, recovering from COVID-19, and “Democracy 2.0” to ensure concerns of minorities in the city were also heard. Tseng also focused on the importance of the multi-culture aspect and talked about making Melbourne the capital of the aboriginals. Tseng also explained why he thinks Melbourne is poised to be a world city by 2030.
Tseng’s deputy Lord Mayor candidate Gricol Yang is a Commercial Banker and works for ANZ Banking Group.
Currently, Sally Capp is the Lord Mayor of Melbourne, the Victorian capital. Capp was elected as an interim Lord Mayor in mid-2018 after the former Lord Mayor Robert Doyle resigned from his position after sexual assault allegations. Doyle served as the Lord Mayor of Melbourne for almost a decade since 2008.
Thursday, April 9, 2009
Protests which began Monday escalated to a riot on Wednesday consisting of over 10,000 people in Chi?in?u, the capital of Moldova, protesting the results of Sunday’s 2009 Moldovan parliamentary election, which showed an apparent, narrow victory for the Communist Party (Partidul Comuni?tilor din Republica Moldova, PCRM). Demonstrators claim the victory was the result of electoral fraud.
The demonstration escalated to a “flash mob” of between 10,000 to 15,000 communicating via online tools like email, micro-blogging tool Twitter, and social-networking website Facebook. “We sent messages on Twitter but didn’t expect 15,000 people to join in. At the most we expected 1,000”, said Oleg Brega of the activist group Hyde Park.
Police deployed tear gas and water cannons, and fired blanks into the crowd. The rioters threw stones at the riot police and took control of the parliament building and presidential office. A bonfire was built out of parliamentary furniture and all windows below the 7th floor were broken.
Approximately one hundred protesters and 170 police officers are reported as injured. There have been conflicting reports as to whether a female protester died during the altercation.
193 protesters “have been charged with looting, hooliganism, robbery and assault,” said an Interior Ministry spokesperson. This announcement sparked another protest by those demanding the release for those detained.
There is wide speculation about who was to blame for the rioting.
President Vladimir Voronin has expelled the Romanian ambassador from Moldova, blaming Romania for the violent protests. “We know that certain political forces in Romania are behind this unrest. The Romanian flags fixed on the government buildings in Chisinau attest to this” said Voronin. “Romania is involved in everything that has happened.“ Voronin also blamed the protests on opposition leaders who used violence to seize power, and has described the event as a coup d’état.
Protesters initially insisted on a recount of the election results and are now calling for a new vote, which has been rejected by the government. Rioters were also demanding unification between Moldova and Romania. “In the air, there was a strong expectation of change, but that did not happen”, said OSCE spokesman Matti Sidoroff.File:Dorin Chirtoaca.jpg
“The elections were fraudulent, there was multiple voting” accused Chi?in?u mayor Dorin Chirtoac? of the Liberal Party. “It’s impossible that every second person in Moldova voted for the Communists. However, we believe the riots were a provocation and we are now trying to reconcile the crowd. Leaders of all opposition parties are at the scene,” said Larissa Manole of the Liberal Democratic Party of Moldova.
The Organisation for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) proclaimed the PCRM to have won 61 seats in initial counts, enough to guarantee a third term in power for Voronin, who has held the position since 2001. But the Central Election Commission has received evidence of election violations, according to RIA Novosti, and upon recounts conducted of disputed polls, the commission reported that the Communists achieved 49.48% of the Moldovian vote, giving them 60 parliamentary seats — one short of the total needed to win the presidential election. “The electoral commission also granted opposition parties permission to check voter lists, fulfilling one of their chief demands,” said Yuri Ciocan, Central Election Commission secretary.
Voronin will step down in May, however his party could elect a successor with 61 parliamentary seats without any votes from outside parties as well as amend the Constitution. With the PCRM garnering 60 seats, the opposition will have a voice in the presidential election for a new successor.
The western part of Moldova was a part of Romania from the Romania’s independence until the region was detached by the USSR in 1940 to form the Moldavian Soviet Socialist Republic. On independence in 1990 the country sought union with Romania but the eastern, Russian- and Ukrainian-inhabited areas of the country declared themselves independent from Moldova and formed the state of Transnistria and movement toward union was halted.
Moldova is Europe’s poorest country, where average income is less than $250 (£168) a month. The country’s neighbours are Romania and Ukraine. Romania is a European Union (EU) state.
byAlma Abell
When you operate a business, a park, or a mall, it is important for you to make sure your customers or patrons know exactly where everything is. When you are trying to direct patrons to different attractions or stores, you need to make it clear where you would like for them to go. Customers also want to be able to find what they are looking for without much hassle. A custom outdoor information kiosk is one way to direct them. You are probably familiar with them from their use in malls or parks.
Maps
Maps are one of the most common uses for a custom outdoor information kiosk. You will typically see these sorts of maps at parks. Typically, they will feature an overhead view of the entire park. They are known for featuring the “you are here” designations. If the park is very large, each section typically has its own kiosk as well. These will normally feature a trail map that directs you through the wooded parts of the trails.
In the past, these maps were typically paper maps on wooden kiosks. This is inefficient for a few reasons. Firstly, a paper map is susceptible to the elements. Rain, snow, sleet, and hail will completely destroy a paper map. The solution to this would be to coat the paper with plastic. This poses a problem because plastic is not biodegradable. If the map falls down or is lost, it will just become litter. Instead of a coated paper map, you could put a glass case around the map. This has shortcomings as well. A glass or Plexiglas container for the map is an added expense, all to protect a piece of paper. Also, that glass or Plexiglas can be broken, which then becomes a safety hazard. Lastly, glass will not protect the map from fading in the sunlight.
Electronic
The best solution is to move to a custom outdoor information kiosk that is optimized for surviving the elements. An electronic device that is optimized for outdoor use will have a bright display for being easily seen in the direct sun. These devices are also superior to paper maps because they are often touchscreen. A touchscreen kiosk allows patrons to interact with the device. That creates an enhanced experience. Also, they can be optimized to be full-service stations that allow customers to call for help, contact technical support, ask questions, and search for features.
By reducing the amount of time customers spend feeling uninformed, you increase the amount of time they spend enjoying your facilities. If your facilities are a mall, then they spend more time shopping. If you are operating a park, that means they will be spending more time enjoying the outdoors.
Tuesday, September 25, 2007
Billy Murrell, a persistent graffiti vandal from South East London, has become the first recipient of an Anti-Social Behaviour Order (Asbo) granted to Transport for London (TfL) by Greenwich Magistrates. The civil order also bans him from the top deck of buses throughout England and Wales for three years.
Murrell, a 17-year-old from Plumstead, has a history of convictions for criminal damage on public transport, including vandalising a Tube carriage in Brixton station and for damaging buses and other public property using marker pens.
This is Transport for London’s first Anti-Social Behaviour Order against a graffiti vandal — TfL was granted the power to apply for Asbos by the Home Secretary in September 2006.
The Anti-Social Behaviour Order was issued at Greenwich Magistrates Court on 12 September and also bans him from carrying any permanent marker pens or any glass cutting equipment on London Underground, railway property or any other transport provider’s property.
Metropolitan and Transport police have been made aware of Murrell’s Asbo, and have distributed his photo.
In detail, Murrell is prohibited from:
If without reasonable excuse the defendant does anything which he is prohibited from doing by this order, he shall be liable to a detention and training order, which has a maximum term of 24 months – 12 months of which is custodial and 12 months in the community
Upon turning 18 he will be liable to imprisonment up to five years.
Thursday, February 21, 2008
Pula, Croatia – Blasts destroyed two vans owned by ethnic Albanian shop owners at two different locations in Pula, a city in the Croatian region of Istria. There were no injuries in the explosions and there was no responsibility attributed.
Relatives of the shop owners attributed the explosions to the present situation regarding the declaration of independence of Kosovo. There are some 2,000 ethnic Albanians in Istria.
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Whether you are preparing your property for sale, or are updating a place that you\’ve just purchased, home improvements like kitchen renovations are definitely worth the investment. In regards to resale, kitchen remodeling will not only help to get more prospective buyers and sell your house sooner, they\’re also practical and practical investments as much of the money spent on the remodeling is made back and may also increase the value of your house for a prospective buyer. Updating your kitchen area with the current home appliances, materials and trends will add convenience and pleasure in your day by day life.There are plenty of items to consider when designing a kitchen renovation for the home. Deciding the layout of your new space is necessary to ensuring a functional and workable kitchen. The common ‘kitchen triangle’ is a tried, tested and true layout which enables for optimal flow and function in a kitchen. The 3 points of the triangle include the kitchen sink, the food preparation area along with the family fridge, enabling you to move from one area to the next briskly and easily. Purchasing outstanding supplies for cabinets, hardwood floors and kitchen counter-tops will turn out to be a wise investment as they are more durable and may have warranty options. In regards to selecting a counter-top, you\’ll find countless options to achieve a sophisticated and stylish look, whilst eliminating high maintenance, hard to clean products. Recycled glass for instance delivers a clean and modern look, while remaining long lasting, low maintenance and ecologically favored. Also, granite options, like engineered Trend Stone give you a sturdy and value efficient counter top with great performance, since they\’re non-porous, stain resistant and straightforward to clean. Both of these counter top styles are excellent choices for kitchen renovations, since they add interest and elegance while maintaining performance and sturdiness.
Buying cabinets could possibly be the most challenging element to kitchen remodeling, as they produce the most significant aesthetic impact to the living space and economic impact in your finances. As well, the limitless possibilities of style, design and quality are usually overwhelming. It is important to think about your storage requirements, layout and own personal style when moving forward with finding cabinets. It can be crucial to determine if your kitchen renovation needs totally brand new kitchen cabinetry, or whether re-facing kitchen cabinets could be the best choice. If your existing cabinets are in good condition and you have not modified the footprint of your kitchen, you might want to consider a budget-friendly up-date of the current layout.A powerful way to transform your kitchen area may be to add more light. Consider changing your patio doors if they\’re off your kitchen area, which they are usually in a lot of contemporary residences nowadays. Another good way to enhance your kitchen and increase the natural light is to install bay windows and bow windows, which have the added benefit of generating additional space in the form of a cozy nook. A bay window gives classiness and architectural pizazz for your kitchen design. Naturally, if you are replacing home windows then another natural concern is window coverings. Actually, a new window covering is a very good choice for those that choose to update windows without upgrading the window or making any structural modifications. Give consideration to decorative window film and cellular shades for their exceptional environmentally friendly features. Roman shades and Roman blinds are a great way to incorporate elegance and decorative pizazz to your kitchen space. Kitchen updates add worth and interest to your property, whether you are getting ready to sell or planning to take pleasure in the room for many years. By paying attention to storage space, style and function, you will result in a renovation which will impress. By deciding on a design and style that reflects your character, while also thinking about the layout and distance between the three most important components (the sink, the food preparation surface and also the refrigerator) you will create kitchen renovations that will generate functionality, natural beauty and elegance.
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Monday, May 9, 2005
Workers at Newport Chemical Depot in Indiana have completed a successful test-run of a chemical reactor designed to dispose of Cold War stockpiles of VX nerve agent.
After encountering initial difficulties when the temperature in the reactor grew too high, workers were able to adjust the speed of the device. 180 gallons of VX and water were turned into a caustic but far less lethal compound, that can be further reprocessed into an inert substance.
A residue of 14 parts VX per billion remained; the Army’s eventual goal is less than 20 parts. One drop of VX can kill a grown man.
The conversion of the VX stockpiled at the facility is projected to take two years. Then the drain cleaner-like waste product with its small residue of VX will need to be sent to another facility for reprocessing into a safer, biodegradable compound.
A controversial plan has Dupont doing the reprocessing at their facility in New Jersey, and dumping the compound into the nearby Delaware River.
By Georgina Clay
Throughout the ages, people were religiously following the rituals of wearing different kinds of necklaces around their necks with various designs and often irrational styles. These designs were handed down from generation to generation, and while doing so, new styles and designs evolved to reflect the personality of the ages. The most noted is the initial necklace. Not only is this kind for decoration and expression, it also has more important uses. During those times, people are conscious enough about their identities; and having an initial necklace for such purpose is as important as expression and decoration.
Since then, time has again influenced the evolution of the initial necklace. Precious metals are being attached to the necklace to the point that these are being carved out from those special metals. The most adored among these is the gold initial necklace. It’s so enchanting that it made huge impacts to everybody everywhere.
The idea of having an initial necklace makes the item a person’s most personalized jewelry that he can possess when compared to other body beautification paraphernalia. Today, there are lots of varieties when it comes to the initial necklace’s design. The most eye-catching feature is the initial’s font variation. The initials are displayed in block, and look a lot sexier with its arched designs. Embellishments are a good addition as it enhances the beauty of the necklace when encrusted to the pendant. There is also another feature of having the initials engraved on flat plates with other gemstones on it.
So how do you buy a gold initial necklace? These days, you can find jewelries just about anywhere convenient. The initial necklace is a hot trend right now, which makes it available and easily accessible in different stores all over, like specialty booths around local shopping malls. A good example is those elegant gold necklaces found when shopping upscale. There are also less-expensive necklaces which give off a hippy look. Online, the initial necklace is a big hit too. These online stores abound and you have lots of choices to choose from. They cater to different kinds of personalities and different occasions.
Now that you have one, how do you care for it? Taking good care of your initial necklace will obviously prevent it from getting damaged and keeps it looking new all the time. One of the basic and sensible rule is to store it separately from other jewelries. For sure you will be having a hard time untangling these things. One of the best ways to store it effectively is to simply have it hanged with its own hook away from others. Another effective way is to use a jewelry roll. Gold necklaces can always be cleaned in any regular jewelry cleaner. Take note that using the ultrasonic cleaner will have an effect on the chains especially those thin chains. It gets agitated which will result to tangling. In this case, have the pendants cleaned separately.
Your initial necklace is great when you are trying to make a fashion statement and express out your personality. It’s like telling the whole world who you are with that initial. No wonder people around you get attracted, wanting to know your name as they are curious about what that means.
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Monday, December 2, 2013
Police in the West Midlands in England today said nearly 200 kilograms worth of drugs with value possibly as great as £30 million (about US$49 million or €36 million) has been seized from a unit in the town of Brownhills. In what an officer described as “one of the largest [seizures] in the force’s 39 year history”, West Midlands Police reported recovering six big cellophane-wrapped cardboard boxes containing cannabis, cocaine, and MDMA (“ecstasy”) in a police raid operation on the Maybrook Industrial Estate in the town on Wednesday.
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The seized boxes, which had been loaded onto five freight pallets, contained 120 one-kilogram bags of cannabis, 50 one-kilogram bags of MDMA, and five one-kilogram bricks of cocaine. In a press release, West Midlands Police described what happened after officers found the drugs as they were being unloaded in the operation. “When officers opened the boxes they discovered a deep layer of protective foam chips beneath which the drugs were carefully layered”, the force said. “All the drugs were wrapped in thick plastic bags taped closed with the cannabis vacuum packed to prevent its distinctive pungent aroma from drawing unwanted attention.” Police moved the drugs via forklift truck to a flatbed lorry to remove them.
Detective Sergeant Carl Russell of West Midlands Police’s Force CID said the seizure was the largest he had ever made in the 24 years he has been in West Midlands Police and one of the biggest seizures the force has made since its formation in 1974. “The impact this seizure will have on drug dealing in the region and the UK as a whole cannot be underestimated”, he said. “The drugs had almost certainly been packed to order ready for shipping within Britain but possibly even further afield. Our operation will have a national effect and we are working closely with a range of law enforcement agencies to identify those involved in this crime at whatever level.”
Expert testing on the drugs is ongoing. Estimates described as “conservative” suggest the value of the drugs amounts to £10 million (about US$16.4 million or €12 million), although they could be worth as much as £30 million, subject to purity tests, police said.
Police arrested three men at the unit on suspicion of supplying a controlled drug. The men, a 50-year-old from Brownhills, a 51-year-old from the Norton area of Stoke-on-Trent in Staffordshire, and one aged 53 from Brownhills, have been released on bail as police investigations to “hunt those responsible” continue. West Midlands Police told Wikinews no person has yet been charged in connection with the seizure. Supplying a controlled drug is an imprisonable offence in England, although length of jail sentences vary according to the class and quantity of drugs and the significance of offenders’ roles in committing the crime.
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