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Wednesday, November 24, 2010
The Guyanese shadow minister of finance Winston Murray has died at the age of 69. Murray died on Monday at Georgetown Public Hospital after collapsing on November 11. His death was announced by Ronald Austin, one of Murray’s colleagues. Murray was also the former Deputy Prime Minister of Guyana.
Murray collapsed while standing in a queue in East Bank Demerara only hours after giving a speech about royalties being taken from mining on Amerindian land. He was then driven to a local hospital by a citizen. He was later transferred to the Georgetown Public Hospital where he was placed on to a life support machine.
President Bharrat Jagdeo paid tribute to Murray. He said “I wish on behalf of the Government of Guyana, and on my own personal behalf, to express our sadness on the passing of the Honourable Winston Murray, Member of Parliament and a former Deputy Prime Minister. Mr. Murray’s passing has robbed this country and especially the National Assembly of an articulate and intelligent debater whose presentations in the House were always of an exceptionally high standard. He was an outstanding Guyanese and fine human being, resolute and firm in his convictions.”
Murray is survived by his wife Marva and their three children.
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Saturday, July 21, 2012
Homebush Bay, New South Wales —Last night, the Australia men’s national wheelchair basketball team beat Japan 80–49 in their final game of pool play at the Rollers & Gliders World Challenge taking place at at the Sport Centre at the Sydney Olympic Park and are through to the first place match.
The contrast between the two teams was seen in their wheels: almost every Australian player had a four wheeled chair that gave them increased stability while every single Japanese player had three wheels, which gave them great maneuverability. Japan played the aggressor throughout the match, with several players aggressively blocking with wheelchair on wheelchair contact. Both sides were loud, chanting defense, defense, defense when their side was on that side of the court.
The first quarter was closely fought, with Japan racking up 5 by 5:54 left in the first. They successfully took a lead of 17–16 by the end of the first quarter. They were unable to hold the lead, with Australia holding a 40–24 lead at the end of the first half. Australia’s lead at the end of the third was 61–34. While Japan increased their total points in the fourth quarter, they failed to defend against Australia who continued to answer back basket for basket for the game to end 80–49.
Australia plays in the first place match later today. Their London Paralympic campaign starts on August 30 against South Africa.
Sunday, June 13, 2010
Hungarian food critic Egon Ronay, who was associated to British eateries, died on Saturday morning. He was known for publishing guidebooks, popularizing the concept of restaurant reviews.
Ronay was born in Budapest, Hungary in 1915, but he left the country due to World War II. He departed and has lived in London since October 10, 1946. Ronay was able to work in many hotels and restaurants, such as Princess Restaurant in Piccadilly.
He was also a contributor to the Daily Telegraph and editor for its food column. Ronay published the book Egon Ronay’s Guide to British eateries in 1957.
Ronay had fallen sick earlier and died on Saturday, reported friend Nick Ross.
byAlma Abell
The roof is responsible for protecting everyone inside of a home. As a result, it’s necessary to ensure regular roof inspections are done and that repairs are made, as needed. When it is time to make repairs or to install an entirely new roof, it’s imperative to hire a quality roof contractor in Nassau County NY. Some of the most common signs it is time to hire this professional for roofing service, repair or replacement can be found here.
The Roof is Over 25-Years Old
With proper maintenance, a home’s roof can last for approximately 35 years (or more). However, routine repairs are still needed, and by the time the roof reaches the age of 25 a comprehensive inspection is needed to ensure the roof is still working properly and that there aren’t any serious structural problems. If a homeowner hasn’t taken proper care of their roof, then they will likely need to have it replaced by a roof contractor in Nassau County NY sooner, rather than later.
The Shingles are Missing or Cracked
Just a single bad shingle isn’t a sign that a roof is failing; however, it’s important to have broken or missing shingles fixed in a timely manner. Shingles are responsible for protecting the roof under them. If a homeowner doesn’t replace or repair the ones that are missing as soon as they are found, then water and heat may cause even more damage. It’s a good idea to check the shingles at least four times each year at the start of every new season.
Sunlight Can be Seen in the Attic
A little-known trick to finding roof issues is by going into the attic around noon -; or when the sun is high in the sky. While up there, make sure to look for any sunlight that is coming through the roof. Based on the size, these holes may be a sign of minor leaks or serious structural problems.
Don’t underestimate the impact of roofing problems. They will only get worse as time passes. More information about common roofing problems and when to make repairs can be found by taking the time to contact the staff at North Shore Roofing & Siding Corp.
Saturday, January 30, 2010
The automobile manufacturer Toyota has said that it will recall up to 1.8 million cars across Europe, after a problem with the accelerator pedal was discovered.
According to the firm, eight models were affected by the problem — AYGO, iQ, Yaris, Auris, Corolla, Verso, Avensis, and RAV4 — after it was discovered that the accelerator may become stuck in a depressed position, resulting in uncontrollable speeding.
On Thursday, Toyota said it would recall 1.1 million cars in the US; a day previous, it had suspended eight models from sales. Last week, 2.3 million cars in the US were recalled due to the pedal issues.
The chief executive of Toyota Motor Europe commented on the recall. “We understand that the current situation is creating concerns and we deeply regret it,” said Tadashi Arashima. The firm, however, noted that it wasn’t aware of any accidents resulted by the malfunctioning accelerator pedals, and not many pedal problem incidents were reported in Europe. “The potential accelerator pedal issue only occurs in very rare circumstances,” Arashima added.
The National Automobile Dealers Association, meanwhile, commented that Toyota showrooms could lose as much as US$2.47 billion worth of revenue due to the incident.
“Toyota veterans will likely hear the news with disbelief and keep faith in the brand, but new customers could definitely be scared off,” remarked Robert Rademacher, who is the president of the trade group ZDK, as quoted by Business Week. “This recall has a dimension which we’ve never seen before.”
There are concerns that the problem may result in reduced consumer trust in Toyota. Hans-Peter Wodniok, an analyst for Fairesearch GmbH & Co. in Germany, noted: “If this is a one-time event, huge as it is, Toyota may be forgiven. But if something happens again in the next months and years, they will have gambled away customer trust in Europe as well.”
Analysts for Morgan Stanley, however, said they believed Toyota would not suffer much from the incident. “The company’s actions to correct the situation are timely enough to avoid major brand damage,” they remarked in a note to investors.
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Saturday, July 28, 2007
Paraguayan footballer Roque Santa Cruz has left Bayern Munich for Blackburn Rovers. Roque Santa Cruz signed a four year deal. Roque Santa Cruz became expendable after major signings by Bayern Munich. Santa Cruz became 5th choice striker after Luca Toni, Miroslav Klose, Lucas Podolski and Jan Schlaudraff. Blackburn Rovers beat Manchester City, Porto and Espanyol for the signature of Roque Santa Cruz. The fee is reported to be around £3.4million.
Santa Cruz experienced an injury-plagued and trophy-laden eight-year career in Munich. Santa Cruz scored 31 goals in 155 league appearances and seven goals in 51 UEFA Champions League games for Bayern Munich. He won five German titles, four German Cups and one UEFA Champions League title with Bayern Munich.
Blackburn coach Mark Hughes was quoted as saying, “Santa Cruz is a young player, an international with a good reputation who is playing at a top European club.” and “The good thing from our point of view is that his fitness levels are fine as he has been playing in the Copa America.”
bytimothyharvard
Whether you’re an electrical contractor, a commercial building owner or a homeowner who works with fluorescent lighting, it’s important that you’re making the right choices when upgrading or making a repair. Not all fluorescent lighting is the same. For example, the lights within an aquarium are often fluorescent, but they’re not the same as the fluorescent lights you’ll find within a vending machine. The fluorescent light holder being used makes a big difference, so it’s important that the one you’re choosing is applicable to your specific fluorescent lighting system.
Shop Smart
Ordering electrical parts like a fluorescent light holder should be done with care. Products that are manufactured poorly can lead to larger problems and they can also negatively impact your electrical system. This is especially important for electricians and electrical contractors who have customers that depend on their judgment when choosing which parts and equipment to use. Often, independently owned companies place a higher focus on customer satisfaction, making them a wise choice when quality is a priority.
Asking Questions
It can be incredibly difficult to make the call on which fluorescent light holder is right for your system when you’ve never had to make a repair or replacement before. In these situations, don’t hesitate to seek out customer service. With so many different options with varying capacities, you don’t want to risk your light holder being too large or too small for your lighting set-up. Additionally, ordering a bulk amount of product can be a big investment for contractors, including electricians. By double checking your order and ensuring that the right parts will be arriving to your door, you can maximize your spending.
Homeowners Welcome
If you’re an avid believer in DIY projects and have a basic background in electrical work, many manufacturers welcome non-contractor customers. By purchasing directly from the manufacturer, you can often save money while still obtaining the same quality product you would get in a hardware store. However, if you are a non-professional attempting any type of electrical repair or replacement within your home – be sure that you take the safety precautions necessary to protect both yourself and your electrical system.
Visit Hhfluorescentparts.net today to view a wide selection of quality fluorescent lighting products at reasonable prices. With H. H. Fluorescent Parts, personal customer service is always available to ensure that every customer has the information they need to choose the right part for their job.