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Weapons storage facility in Syria explodes killing 15 soldiers

Thursday, July 26, 2007

A military weapons storage facility in al-Masalmyiah, just north of Aleppo, Syria has exploded, killing at least 15 Syrian soldiers and injuring at least 50 others. The explosion occurred on the grounds of a military academy’s infantry school where weapons and ammunition are stored.

The blast, which occurred at 4:30 a.m. EEST (UTC+3) is believed to have been caused by excessive summer temperatures, but other reports suggest that a gas leak may have sparked the blast. The incident is reported to not be terrorism related.

“[The blast was] not the result of sabotage. There is a heat wave and temperatures reached close to 50 degrees (Celsius) [Nearly 115 (Fahrenheit)], which caused an ammunition dump to explode,” said an unnamed Syrian official.

Firefighters report several deaths and injuries, but also said that the fires caused by the blast have been extinguished.

Australian Labor Party shelves government oversight of media legislation

Friday, March 22, 2013

A package of six media reform bills introduced last week before Australia’s Parliament — including one proposing appointing a Public Interest Media Advocate (PIMA) to monitor print and online sectors — was shelved yesterday by the Australian Labor Party, with only two passed before a seven week break for the country’s legislative body. Stephen Conroy, the Minister for Broadband, Communications and the Digital Economy, had hoped to see the legislation package passed by the end of the week.

The six-bill media advocacy legislation package, including Public Interest Media Advocate Bill 2013, Broadcasting Legislation Amendment (Convergence Review and Other Measures) Bill 2013, Broadcasting Legislation Amendment (News Media Diversity) Bill 2013 which includes provisions related to news media and PIMA, News Media (Self-regulation) (Consequential Amendments) Bill 2013 which would require media organisations to be registered with the government to enjoy protections traditionally enjoyed by journalists and the media, News Media (Self-regulation) Bill 2013 which creates PIMA, and Television Licence Fees Amendment Bill 2013, were introduced Thursday February 14 before the House Standing Infrastructure and Communications and the Senate Environment and Communications Legislation Committee.

The Parliament of Australia summarized Public Interest Media Advocate Bill 2013 as, “Part of a package of six bills in relation to the media sector, the bill: creates the independent statutory office of the Public Interest Media Advocate (PIMA); provides for the functions, appointment, and terms and conditions of PIMA; and requires an annual report to be prepared on PIMA’s activities and other specified matters.” Other bills in the package delineate what PIMA’s role would be. Broadcasting Legislation Amendment (Convergence Review and Other Measures) Bill 2013 and Television Licence Fees Amendment Bill 2013 both had their second reading on Tuesday in the House and were the only bills to pass both houses of parliament. Unlike the other bills in the package which have not had a third reading before being shelved, the former bill deals primarily with the Australian Broadcasting Corporation and Special Broadcasting Service, while the latter bill increased licensing fees for television stations.

On Monday, the Australian Associated Press (AAP) released a statement saying such government oversight is not required. Other Australian media organizations have protested the proposed legislation. Australia’s The Daily Telegraph is quoted by the Brisbane Times describing this legislation as an “aggressive attempt to silence your media.”

Speaking before a Senate committee about media reform, AAP chief Bruce Davidson said, “We simply do not believe that there is a problem with the conduct of the media in Australia, and certainly not that of AAP, that warrants further oversight by a minster-appointed body […] Any hidden perception, I believe, of government interference is simply a dangerous precedent that may lead to control, may lead to interference […] The aims may be noble, Mr Chairman, but the potential for potential misuse and changes of that legislation as presented to us, I think, is a dangerous thing to contemplate.”

Former federal court judge Ray Finkelstein oversaw an inquiry into the Australian print media in 2011. He told a government inquiry, “There are no powerful groups in society that can come along to governments or anybody and say ‘we can do what we like when we like and there’s nothing you should do about it’.” Finkelstein is also on the record as stating that self regulation by the industry through their own organization has failed.

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Are you looking up to pursue studies further to boost up your chances in corporate world by acquiring a new qualification? What’s the need to look for a full-time course when there are a plenty available online. Now a days most of the universities offer numerous online college courses in different fields of study and these courses provide the quintessential degree you have been vouching for. These

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Be it culinary arts, humanities, accountancy, business administration, clerical courses, pharmacy, law, biomedicine, agriculture, hospitality & tourism, science, music, any course name one may have, the courses are available online for almost all of the streams. These courses are much affordable than similar full time college courses and the degrees offered through such online college courses are equally valid and acceptable by the industry. Apart from there affordability, a person can also work full time while pursuing any of these courses. Despite these facts, some people refrain from pursuing degrees through online courses as they consider these second rated and non-value adding in real term, however, as mentioned above, the same is not held true by the industry resources as corporate world almost never differentiates between the two. This especially stands firm for candidates with relevant work experience.

One big rationale for the huge success of online college courses

has been their high affordability. A typical online course may range anywhere between US$100-2000 which is a far cry from their full time counterparts which can cost ten times this amount. Most of these courses also offer the facility of virtual teachers online which is available round the clock and most of the problems are provided with solutions online along with the demonstration of the same. However, one must enquire about the prospects of the applicability of such courses prior to commencing it e.g. an online law course may make one valid for a post of legal consultant but such a candidate may be refrained by law from practicing in a court of law. Except for such a few modalities, such courses come handy in the world of cut-throat competition in getting ahead of all.

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20 injured in Montreal college shooting spree

Wednesday, September 13, 2006

At 12:41 p.m. local time (UTC-5), a man opened fire at Dawson College, in Westmount, Quebec, Canada; the college is located near the heart of downtown Montreal. Police report at least 20 people being injured. The gunman was reportedly killed at the scene by police. Students told reporters that they heard several shots in the building at about 12:45 local time. One student told a local radio station that she saw two people who had been shot, including one who was hit at the neck. The student said a friend told her four people had been shot.

Hundreds of students fled the building, and the area has been cordoned off. Nearby Plaza Alexis Nihon and Westmount Square were evacuated and the Green line of the Montreal Metro was shut down between Lionel-Groulx and Peel. Police officers wearing bullet-proof vests are keeping people away from the college. “They’re telling me, ‘Go the other way, lady, you’re in the line of fire,'” said CBC News reporter Nancy Wood, who reported from the scene.

Local media have reported police hotlines have been established for loved ones to gain more information: +1-(514)-280-2880, +1-(514)-280-2805, and +1-(514)-280-2806. The Montreal General Hospital has also set up a hotline at +1-(514)-843-2839.

Police have reported that the situation has been neutralized as of 20:06, September 13, 2006 (UTC). Police have been told to stand down and are no longer looking for new victims or shooters.

Dawson College is a CEGEP that hosts about 10,000 students.

Earlier reports suggested that there were between two and six gunmen, however, reports are generally that there were two, maybe three. Police have only confirmed that there was one gunman, Kimveer Gill, who was shot dead “after police intervention,”. They will not say anything about additional shooters. A close witness to Gill’s last moments reported being used as a shield during the shootout with police officers, who allegedly hit Gill in the arm. The shooter would then have turned his weapon on himself.

The gunman was Kimveer Gill, a 25 year old Laval man. He was carrying three guns: a Beretta Cx4 Storm carbine, a Glock 9mm handgun, and a Norinco HP9-1 sawed-off shotgun.

Up to 20 shots were fired over a period of 30 minutes.

Police have indicated 20 people have been injured in the incident. CBC reports that 16 people are injured, and 2 have been killed, including the gunman. Montreal General Hospital officials have stated that 11 people have been admitted with gunshot wounds, 8 of them in critical condition. A spokeswoman also stated that 3 others were taken to Jean Talon Hospital and two others were taken to the Jewish General Hospital. The spokeswoman went on to report that most of the injuries are to the abdomen and limbs, and one victim with an injury to the head.

Bring Out The Elastic In Flex Fit Baseball Caps

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Regular baseball caps are not the only style there is. Different individuals have asked for different styles of baseball caps. Some do like the look and feel of the traditional cap. Some have just gotten use to it and that is all they know. But happens when you get tired of the same old things day after day? Simple, you try something new. Flex fit caps are a different style of caps for those that need variety. So what is different about them? They are made to stretch and fit most heads. They do not fit all people, but they do fit most.

What type of sports do you like? Are you in to football, baseball, racing, or hockey? Each sport has a variety of hats to choose from. They will range in variety depending on the styles available. They will come in regular caps, possibly fitted hats and of course flex fit hats. Flex fit baseball caps are becoming increasing popular due to the fact there is no adjusting to tighten it up. The material is made to stretch to fit your head. Some flex fits will not fit everyone, so be sure to check and see if there are larger sizes available.

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Since flex fits baseball caps are made to stretch, they do not come off as easily as regular hats do. This can be a very nice feature when participating in athletic events. If you are headed to the golf course, grab your flex fit hat especially if it is a little windy. With flex fit hats made to stretch, chances are they will not blow off as easily as regular hats do. Of course do not get carried away and wear them while racing go carts. High speeds still have a tendency of grabbing any hat and blowing it away.

Flex fit baseball caps are just as good for retail establishments as well. With the number of designs to choose from, there would be hundreds needed if they were to be fitted hats. Flex fits reduce the number of hats that are needed to be kept in inventory. Since they will not need to carry as many hats, the number of designs on the shelf may increase. This gives the consumer a chance to view more styles of hats and choose a style more to their liking. Not everyone has the same taste. But if you needed several dozen hats of one style, it cuts down on the number of designs you can have. Variety is good.

Hats come in a variety of colors and styles. Not every hat is made to everybody s liking. That is the reason many styles are created. There are regular hats, fitted hats, flat billed hats and even flex fit baseball caps. There is not right or wrong reason to buy one over the other. But if you are looking for a hat that does not need adjustments and fits nicely on your head, then flex fits baseball caps are for you.

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Danish clothing company sells T-shirts to support FARC and PFLP

Friday, January 20, 2006

A recently created Danish clothing company is selling on the internet T-shirts in order to support the clandestine radio station of the Colombian guerrilla group Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC) and the graphical workshop of the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine (PFLP). In fact the money will be used by these groups to carry on their terrorist activities. FARC activities include kidnappings, masacres, bombs, extortions and the drug trade.

Fighters and Lovers is selling the T-shirts at 170 DKK (US$27.6), from which 35 DKK (US$5.7) are to be destinated to support both armed groups.

Anna Duever, Fighters and Lovers PR chief, said to Spanish news agency EFE that their objective is to “defend freedom and social justice, which is FARC and PFLP are fighting for”. Duever believes the fact the FARC has been included by the EU in its terrorist group list is a “political game”. “We pay our taxes in Denmark, and that money is used for financing the troops our government has sent to Iraq. That’s terrorism. Besides, in Colombia there’s a regime oppressing population and torturing and killing its people”, she said.

Colombian Foreign Affairs Minister, Carolina Barco, said to local media that “financing terrorist groups is unacceptable and goes against all the international norms. Yesterday [Tuesday 19] our ambassador contacted the Danish government, we sent a protest note and have demanded an explanation.”

A year ago, a Danish NGO named Oprør (“Rebelion”) stated it had donated money to the Colombian guerrilla. A new antiterrorism law in Denmark may punish it.

NYC students attempt to revive stoop culture

Saturday, February 17, 2007

A trio of freshmen at a New York design school say that residents aren’t taking advantage of a valuable and countless resource found all around the world: stoops.

In Sit Here, a campaign inspired by a recent class project, Sarah Feldman, Chelsea Briganti and Essence Rodriguez are using fliers placed around New York to encourage residents and visitors to get to know one another on their stoops.

Wikinews got a chance to talk to Sarah Feldman, web designer for the project. Feldman is also responsible for getting different news sources to contact the team, such as the Brooklyn Papers and New York Magazine.

Sit Here has been noticed in at least 15 different news sources, including Wikinews.

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The Tools Of Marketing Communications

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Often advertising is considered a synonym of marketing Communications because it is the most visible tool of the Communications mix. But, of course, a large variety of communication instruments exist, each with its own typical characteristics, strengths and weaknesses. The tools of the communications mix are described below.

Advertising is non-personal mass communication using mass media. The content of which is determined and paid for by a clearly identified sender. (the company)

Sales promotions are sales-stimulating campaigns, such as price cuts or couponing. This is one of the most appealing instruments to customers.

Sponsorship implies that the sponsor provides funds, goods or services. The sponsee will help the sponsor with communication objectives such as building brand awareness or reinforcing the corporate image. Sports, arts, media, and even television programs can be sponsored. Events are often linked to a sponsorship. A company can sponsor an event or organize its own events, for instance for its sales team, clients and everyone else related to the company.

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Public relations consist of all the communications a company instigates with its audience or stakeholders. Stakeholders are groups of individuals or organizations with whom the company wants to create goodwill. Press releases and conferences which are some of the major public relation tools, should generate publicity. Publicity is impersonal mass communication in mass media, but it is not paid for by a company and the content is written by journalists. This means that negative publicity is also possible.

Point-of-purchase communications are communications at the point of purchase or point of sales. It includes several communications tools such as displays and advertising within the shop. These purchases are generally referred to as last-minute purchases and are made without thinking.

Exhibitions and trade fairs are, particularly in business-to-business and industrial markets, of great importance for contacting prospects and users.

Direct marketing communications are a personal and direct way to communicate with customers and potential clients. Personalized brochures and leaflets (with feedback if possible!), telemarketing and direct mailings are possible ways of using direct marketing communications.

Personal selling is the oral and/or demonstration of one or more sales-persons aimed at selling the products or services of a company. It is a personal contact between a company representative and a prospect or client. It might be one of the best ways of selling a product, but it is the most expensive method as well.

The Internet offers new ways to communicate interactively with different stakeholders, together Marketing communications try to influence of persuade potential consumers by converying a message. This message transfer may be directed to certain known and individually addressed persons, in which case it is called personal communications. The message transfer may also take place to a number of receivers who cannot be identified. Using this mass media to reach a broad audience is called mass communications and is the exact opposite of personal communications. Personal communications are mainly direct and interactive marketing actions to sell a product. All other promotional tools are mass marketing communications.

About the Author: Bruno is a web entrepreneur and social media marketing consultant working for the Norwegian dog community website Hundefeber.no. He also owns a lovely Pomeranian and a Mops dog.

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