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Source: The Beaumont Enterprise, TexasSept.儲存 04--A traffic stop in Orange County last month led to a federal case against two men accused of trafficking cocaine across the country.On Aug. 29, deputies with the Orange County Sheriff's Office stopped a truck hauling three other vehicles on a trailer and when authorities searched the cars, they turned up 60 pounds of cocaine valued at $700,000, according to a news release issued by the sheriff's office Wednesday.The driver of the vehicle told investigators he'd been hired to drive the tr新蒲崗迷你倉ck to Atlanta, Ga. from Houston.Deputies contacted the Drug Enforcement Administration, which set up a sting. The driver arrested in Orange County was allowed to deliver the drugs.Upon delivery, agents from the DEA arrested David Trujillo and Jorge Trujillo.Orange County Sheriff's Office spokesman Sgt. Chad Hogan said both the men are from Georgia.Copyright: ___ (c)2013 the Beaumont Enterprise (Beaumont, Texas) Visit the Beaumont Enterprise (Beaumont, Texas) at .beaumontenterprise.com Distributed by MCT Information Servicesmini storage

STOCKHOLM and BERLIN, Sept.迷你倉 5, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- CasePower is targeting the number one complaint iPhone and Smartphone users worldwide have: the lack of battery time. CasePower have been on the market for two years. They are launching a new line of Smart Batteries at IFA for distribution in 30 countries including Australia, Turkey, the Arab Emirates and most European countries.To view the Multimedia News Release, please click: .multivu.com/mnr/62412-casepower-launch-compact-power-packsPOWER NEEDS TO BE THINNER, SMARTER AND EASIER TO CARRY WITH YOUCasePower CEO, Mr Parlan Fritz, said today: "We know that lack of battery power is the main issue among Smartphone users. Our challenge is to design Smart Batteries that are compact and stylish so they will support a lifestyle of flexibility and connectivity while on the move. We focus on combining Scandinavian design with usability, and on streamlining Power Packs so we can remove bulky, complicated accessories from the user-experience."NEW RELASES AT IFACredit Card Booster - emergency charge on the goThe Credit Card Booster is a rechargeable Power Booster/Power Pack in a super-thin finish with inbuilt cable for easy charging on the move. It comes in two models;-- an iPhone 5儲存model with inbuilt Lightning tip (Apple-MFI-licenced)-- a Smartphone model with inbuilt micro-USB tipiCardWallet - combining Card Wallet and Extra BatteryThe iCardWallet is a Smart Solution that combines a card case wallet with an inbuilt pocket housing a credit-card-sized Power Pack. The idea is simple: you take your wallet everywhere. With the iCardWallet, you always have access to backup power.Lipstick XL Power BoosterThe Lipstick XL Power Booster comes in a form factor that resembles a lipstick, and includes a torch. It features a high-performance, 3100 mAh Panasonic Battery Cell with enough energy to provide an iPhone or Smartphone with at least one full charge.Power Case for iPhone 5An iPhone 5 Power Case with a thin, inbuilt, lightweight rechargeable 2400 mAh battery seamlessly integrated into a protective case. It is Apple-MFI-licenced and gives more than one extra full charge for an iPhone 5.CASEPOWER BRANDThe CasePower brand is owned by Spiritualized International AB, whose headquarters are located in Stockholm, Sweden. The company was founded in 2011 with a prime focus on Smart Power Solutions distributed worldwide.Website: .case-power.comVideo: .multivu.com/mnr/62412-casepower-launch-compact-power-packsCasePower新蒲崗迷你倉

TORRANCE, Calif.迷你倉新蒲崗, Sept. 5, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- The world's best-selling vehicle nameplate of all time is about to take drivers to new places. When the 2014 Toyota Corolla hits dealer showrooms this fall, the accompanying marketing campaign will showcase the car's upgraded technology and elevated styling--inside and out. The marketing campaign aims to reach the Millennial generation while still appealing to the baby boomer audience that has made the model so popular through the years.(Photo: photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130905/LA74423)(Logo: photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20030501/TOYLOGO)Developed in partnership with Saatchi & Saatchi LA, the campaign's theme is "Elevate." Extensive market research shows that Millennials are looking to take their career to the next level and are looking to buy their first "real" car to get them there. The design of the all-new Corolla is significantly elevated from the previous generations, creating a more dynamic and desirable image for the Corolla nameplate that will appeal to these younger buyers.The primary broadcast spot of the campaign, "Style Never Goes Out of Style," focuses heavily on pop culture, especially music and dance, and spans five decades, starting in the late 1960s (coordinated with Corolla's U.S. launch in 1968) and continuing through the present day. The music video-inspired commercials feature an original track by Shy Kidx and the "Elevated" dance choreographed for the campaign by Vincent Patterson and Tony Testa."The 'Elevate' campaign speaks to the evolution of the Corolla and Toyota's commitment to delivering exciting products that engage consumers in new ways," said Ed Laukes, vice president of marketing communications, Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. "We're thrilled to debut a fun campaign that reaches a younger audience through social, digital and mobile elements that convey the Corolla's elevated design."The all-new 2014 Corolla made its global debut on June 6 at an invite-only event in Santa Monica, Calif. The extravaganza celebrated the iconic compact vehicle with nearly 50 years of success and nearly 40 million Corollas sold worldwide.The 2014 launch represents a dramatic restyling for the 11(th) generation Corolla. The next generation Corolla makes a stronger design statement, with more dynamic exterior styling, spacious interior and greater sense of craftsmanship. The vehicle's technology offerings have been elevated as well, including standard LED headlamps, Bluetooth audio and available Smart Key System with push-button start.The vehicle and its corresponding campaign continue the recent momentum set forth by design-focused product launches and build on Toyota's new Let's Go Places brand direction.BroadcastThe campaign rolls out with a lively :60 broadcast spot on top TV shows and in theaters with Corolla models that date back to the 1960s. It takes viewers through five decades of iconic song and dance in the spirit of an epic music video.In-cinema ads will feature a Shazam experience and sweepstakes opportunity.Print and DigitalThe print advertising depicts crowds of people celebrating the all-new model. Digital highlight videos feature details of the car through entertaining vignettes including battling DJs, a Beatboxer and a hip-hop music producer. Homepage takeovers on seve迷你倉出租al prominent news and pop culture websites provide an in-depth look at the Corolla's more expressive, chiseled exterior styling and advanced technology.Unique Out of HomeBillboards and outdoor signs in several major markets, including New York and Los Angeles, will have a built-in NFC chip that launches a virtual test drive with the tap of an NFC-enabled smartphone. A special printing process also enables key features to become illuminated during nighttime hours, showcasing the LED headlights.MobileMobile-optimized web experiences make shopping for a car more simplified and fun. Mobile iMedia will direct guests to touch.toyota.com/corolla and the "Corolla Touch Drive," a first-of-its-kind virtual driving experience that highlights features of the car through a simulated test drive on a smartphone. In addition, an iAd-based racing game will keep users engaged through exciting game play and reward them for exploring features of the new Corolla with a free music download.SocialCustom six-second Vine videos and 15-second Instagram videos will showcase tutorials in dance styles through the decades, including the "Elevated" dance moves featured in the broadcast commercials. Viewers will be encouraged to use the hashtag #CorollaStyle to post user-generated content showcasing their "elevated" style.ExperientialThe all-new 2014 Corolla will be included in a number of ride-and-drive experiences in the coming months that will allow consumers a chance to get behind the wheel and experience the vehicle first-hand. The vehicle will also make appearances at select Toyota-sponsored events and on-site activations.For more information on the re-styled 2014 Corolla, visit .Toyota.com/Corolla.About Toyota Toyota, the world's top automaker and creator of the Prius, is committed to building vehicles for the way people live through our Toyota, Lexus and Scion brands. Over the past 50 years, we've built more than 25 million cars and trucks in North America, where we operate 14 manufacturing plants and directly employ nearly 40,000 people. Our 1,800 North American dealerships sold more than 2.3 million cars and trucks in 2012 - and about 80% of all Toyotas sold over the past 20 years are still on the road today. For more information about Toyota, visit .toyotanewsroom.com.Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. (TMS), the sales, marketing, distribution and customer service arm of Toyota, Lexus and Scion, is based in Torrance, CA.About Saatchi & Saatchi LASaatchi & Saatchi LA is located in Torrance, California and is part of the global Saatchi & Saatchi network of 130 offices in 70 countries, and is owned by the Publicis Groupe, the third largest communications group in the world. As the agency of record for Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., SSLA employs more than 375 full-time employees and has been a trusted partner of TMS since 1975.For more information, please visit Saatchi & Saatchi LA online at .saatchila.com.Photo: photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20030501/TOYLOGOphotos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130905/LA74423PRN Photo Desk, photodesk@prnewswire.comToyotaCONTACT: Nick Ammazzalorso, Saatchi LA for Toyota, +1-310-214-6200,Nick.ammazzalorso@saatchila.com, or Jaymie Robinson, Toyota Motor Sales,U.S.A., Inc., +1-310-468-1421, jaymie_robinson@toyota.comWeb site: .toyota.com/迷你倉

Source: Portland Press Herald, MaineSept.存倉 05--Popular Portland television news anchor Shannon Moss, who was dismissed by WMTW (Ch. 8 ) in June, will begin hosting her own interview show on two Portland TV stations in October.Moss, who had been on Portland newscasts since 1999, is planning to produce and host her own half-hour interview show, "Split Screen with Shannon Moss." The show is slated to debut Oct. 5 on Portland station WPME (Ch. 35), a MyNetwork TV affiliate. It will also air Sundays beginning Oct. 6 on WPXT (Ch. 51), a CW network affiliate.Moss is funding and producing the show herself. She's not employed by the stations.On Wednesday, Moss said the show will feature two interviews per episode. One will be an interview with a well-known Maine or New England celebrity conducted in a "surprising" place, outside the person's usual environment, Moss said.The other interview will be with a lesser-known person doing surprising or "extraordinary" things, she said.Scheduled guests include former U.S. Sen. Olympia Snowe, snowboarder Seth Wescott and a Maine surgeon recognized as a leader in her field who is also an avid hockey player.After her contract wasn't renewed by WMTW, Moss said she knew right away that she wanted to stay in Maine and keep working in journalism, if possible. Managers at WMTW would not comment on Moss' dismissal.Moss said her husband suggested she explore launching her own show, and she was bolstered by the fact that so many of her former viewers asked her -- in person or online -- when they might see her on TV again."My husband had said for a long time I should do something on m迷你倉 own, and I used to say, 'What am I going to do? Quit my job and start my own show?'," said Moss. "People kept reaching out to me asking where I was going to go. So I thought this was something I could try, to keep telling stories."A native of Rhode Island, Moss has two sons, ages 7 and 9. Her husband is a Portland police officer.Moss's show is scheduled to air on WPME Saturdays at 9 a.m. and 10:30 p.m. It will also air Sundays at 11:30 a.m. on WPXT. At first, it will air twice a month, but Moss says she hopes it will air weekly. It will also be shown on her website, Shannonmoss.com.Moss will be producing the shows, finding sponsors and interviewing guests. She'll pay the stations for use of their crews, she said.Tom Mac Arthur, general manager of both WPXT and WPME, said he "jumped" at the opportunity to put Moss' show on his stations, given her popularity and experience in Maine."No question her popularity is a factor. When I heard she was interested in doing this show, I knew we had to find a way to make it happen," said Mac Arthur. "With her experience and contacts, she'll have a lot of interesting people on."Moss said she's not sure if she will pursue a full-time TV news job in Maine in the future. For now, she wants to concentrate on the interview show."That (a TV news job) is on hold right now. We'll see what happens," Moss said.Staff Writer Ray Routhier can be contacted at 791-6454 or at:rrouthier@pressherald.comCopyright: ___ (c)2013 the Portland Press Herald (Portland, Maine) Visit the Portland Press Herald (Portland, Maine) at .pressherald.com Distributed by MCT Information Services自存倉

OAKLAND, Calif.迷你倉新蒲崗, Sept. 5, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- If the rumors are true, the global fascination with the iPhone 5S will be satiated soon, with the new device expected to hit shelves early this fall. Ask.com, a leading online brand for questions and answers, today released data culled from its 100 million monthly users to reveal Americans' thoughts about its pending arrival.In recent weeks, Ask has seen a spike in iPhone searches, with the following top trending related questions:1. When will the new iPhone be released? 2. Will there be a cheaper version of the iPhone 5S? 3. What are the features of the iPhone 5S? 4. Will Apple discontinue old iPhones? 5. Will there be a gold iPhone?Additional findings include (see further below for full methodology):-- When asked if they plan to purchase the new iPhone, 46 percent of Ask users with iPhones - nearly half - say they will snap up the new device as soon as it's available -- Rumors abound that Apple will launch two versions of the next iPhone -- the 5S and a lower cost version, dubbed the 5C. Ask.com polled users to learn which version they'd be more likely to purchase and found more than 60 percent of users reported they'd buy a cheaper (and less feature-rich) version of the new device -- When asked "which feature do you most want迷你倉出租to see on the new iPhone?" a stronger battery took the lead, with:-- 44 percent of users reporting better battery life as their most wanted feature -- Thumbprint unlock came in second, with 34 percent of users anxiously awaiting the next gen security method -- "New colors" and "better Siri," brought up the rear with 12 percent and 10 percent of users, respectively, reporting these as their favored featuresThese findings are derived from search query data and user polls featured on Ask.com, collected over a three-day period and including responses from more than 4,000 poll participants. Top-trending questions are derived from Ask.com's 100 million monthly users between June 1, 2013 and September 1, 2013. Trending is defined as those questions that were posed and viewed most frequently by Ask users over this time period.For more information, visit blog.ask.com.About Ask.comWith 100 million global users, Ask.com is a leading online brand for questions and answers and an operating business of IAC. Now available as a mobile service, Ask.com mobile apps have been downloaded more than 3 million times. More information is available at .ask.com or blog.ask.com.Ask.comCONTACT: Stephanie Cooley, Dotted Line Communications for Ask.com,415.254.0318, stephanie@dottedlinecomm.comWeb site: .ask.com/迷你倉

MALVERN, Pa.self storage, Sept 5, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Today marks the introduction of The NCHERM Group Online Trainings, a new endeavor to provide quality, distance learning education and discussion opportunities to colleges and universities across the country and around the world.(Logo: photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130905/PH74451LOGO )The NCHERM Group and its affiliated associations, SCOPE, ATIXA and NaBITA, have identified experts from numerous fields to bring quality online programs that address the most pressing needs in threat assessment, prevention education, sexual assault response, higher education legal issues, administrative best practices and risk management.The NCHERM Group Online Trainings has paired with the industry leader BeaconLive to ensure that the programs provided are hosted with the highest quality, and are easy to access by a wide variety of computer systems. BeaconLive offers dozens of customer support personnel to immediately assist with any issues that arise before, during and after events.The NCHERM Group DifferenceNCHERM Group speakers are experienced and invested in providing a quality 90-minute online program. In addition to the materials covered during the event, the speakers will provide detailed handouts including: talking points summary, case study review, external links and resources for further exploration, takeaway discussion questions and "do's and don'ts" on the issue.Brian Van Brunt, Ed.D., Senior Vice President of Professional Program Development, works closely with each presenter to ensure a consistency in quality. Having provided hundreds of online webinars, seminars and classes in his career, Brian assures迷你倉the rich content and practical take-away clients count on from The NCHERM Group.Upcoming Trainings-- Hamsters in the Hallways: Navigating the Law Regarding Animals on Campus-- October 2, 2013 at 1pm EST -- Presented by Saundra K. Schuster, J.D. -- Co-sponsored by The NCHERM Group and ATIXA -- NaBITA Readmission Requirements following a Psychological Crisis-- October 16, 2013 at 1pm EST -- Presented by Brian Van Brunt, Ed.D. and W. Scott Lewis, J.D. -- Sponsored by NaBITA -- Addressing Disruptive and Dangerous Student Behavior in the Classroom-- November 1, 2013 at 1pm EST -- Presented by W. Scott Lewis, J.D. and Brian Van Brunt, Ed.D. -- Sponsored by NaBITA -- Training Front Office Staff to Identify, Report and Manage Disruptive and Dangerous Behavior-- November 6, 2013 at 1pm EST -- Presented by Brian Van Brunt, Ed.D. -- Co-sponsored by The NCHERM Group and NaBITA -- Managing the Suicidal Student on Campus-- November 19, 2013 at 1pm EST -- Presented by Brian Van Bunt, Ed.D. and Josh Gunn, Ph.D. -- Co-sponsored by SCOPE and NaBITA -- Seven Things We Can Do To End Hazing-- December 3, 2013 at 1pm EST -- Presented by Gentry McCreary, Ph.D. -- Sponsored by SCOPEQuestions? Click here to read our NCHERM Group Online Trainings FAQsContact:Brian Van Brunt, Ed.D.Senior Vice President for Professional program DevelopmentThe NCHERM Group, LLC610-993-0229Read more news from NCHERM Group.Photo: photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130905/PH74451LOGOPRN Photo Desk, photodesk@prnewswire.comThe NCHERM Group, LLCWeb site: .ncherm.org/文件倉

Having a clear business purpose, socially acceptable behaviour and legal awareness are key fundamentalsSINGAPORE'S new Code of Corporate Governance will have been in place for a year this November.儲存倉 Corporate governance is high on the agenda for investors; there have been questions asked about areas such as malpractice and boardroom diversity and, in July this year, the Singapore National Employers' Federation (SNEF) launched a survey - due to report early next year - into the effects of gender diversity on corporate performance and governance.In the wake of the financial crisis, these issues faced close scrutiny in the global markets. Scandals, such as that over Libor (London interbank offered rate) fixing, rejections by shareholders of remuneration seen as excessive and the slow pace of gender diversity have all brought corporate governance into the spotlight. ICAEW has, therefore, launched a corporate governance thought leadership paper, asking fundamental questions about corporate governance; the first, published in April, asked What should companies be responsible for?While globalisation has changed companies, markets and the ways in which we do business, the thinking on corporate governance has not necessarily kept pace. There is, therefore, a misalignment between the framework used to guide companies, and the environments in which those companies operate.At the same time, as companies globalise, there are pressures to harmonise internationally the often diverse practices in corporate governance across the world. This is especially relevant for international trade and finance hubs such as Singapore, which must command the trust and confidence of businesses from many diverse regions. Improved corporate governance is, therefore, one way that businesses can demonstrate comparative strength internationally and continue to attract trade and investment. So what are the fundamental responsibilities of a company?A clear business purposeThe first responsibility of any company is to have and achieve a clear business purpose; one that iseasy to understand and can be clearly communicated internally and externally. Maximising profits and shareholder value is, in itself, not enough - a company that does not show respect to customers and employees will find it quickly loses trust and confidence. Having a clear business purpose may also pose a challenge for large conglomerates where the business purpose may appear inconsistent, ambiguous or even in conflict with other aspects of corporate identity.However, a responsible company should be able to explain what it stands for. This is not to say that companies should be so rigidly focused that they ignore fundamental changes to their environment. Innovation and adaptability are essential for companies that wish to stay in business - after all, the world does not stand still.Socially acceptableCompanies should also behave in a socially acceptable way. This will vary from country to country, but social norms will always set boundaries for what is acceptable behaviour from a company. But social norms,while generally understood, are often poorly articulated. They can also change, both through slow evolution or occasionally rapidly in the face of a significant event. Sometimes, for companies that originate overseas, they may appear unusual, or even extreme.The only way for compa迷你倉價錢ies to ensure that they are up-to-date with acceptable behaviour is continuous public engagement, and constant monitoring of trends and opinions, for example through popular media.This presents another challenge - when the media focuses on corporate behaviour it may well be that the focus (and the condemnation) flares up rapidly (criticising them for behaviour once seen as acceptable), not giving companies time to alter working practices and this is another reason why a keen weather eye should be kept on trends and directions of travel; companies need to stay one step ahead in order to protect their corporate reputations. This means, at times, that companies need to rise above short-lived social expectations and to take actions.Finally, it is important to remember that particular industries - financial services, for example - can develop their own culture, and what is acceptable within the industry may not seem acceptable to the public at large. Companies should, therefore, take time to consider how their working practices might appear to someone from outside the sector.Legal and regulatory requirementsCompanies should know they must meet legal and regulatory requirements relating to issues such as employment, health and safety, anti-corruption and taxation.These are, for the most part, a matter of public knowledge and failing to meet them will not only involve sanctions but will almost certainly lead to reputational damage. However, simple compliance is only the "baseline" minimum. If companies wish to safeguard their reputations, they may wish to go further.Also, it is worth considering what changes may happen in the law in the future. Given the costs and efforts involved in changing working practices, companies that are able to anticipate changes to the regulatory environment are in a good position.Stating how the responsibilities are metA key part of acting in a responsible way is being accountable. This means that companies should publicly acknowledge their responsibilities and also report on how effectively they are meeting them.By ensuring they understand the expectations of the public, as well as shareholders, customers, business partners and other stakeholders, they will be able to build long-term relationships. This also means that the efforts they put in to acting responsibly will bear fruit - since observers will be able to see that they are practising what they preach.Sound business decisionRecognising a wide range of responsibilities is ultimately a good business decision. Engaging in this way will mean companies are more able to identify changes in their operating environments and respond and adapt accordingly. It minimises the risk of an "expectation gap", where the public's view of how a company or industry should act diverges from the internal view.It also reduces the risk of heavy-handed regulation or legislation; regulatory measures are often used where it is perceived that companies have not acted responsibly, but it can be costly and is all too often a one-size-fits-all solution that fails to recognise important individual distinctions.But, most of all, this is a blueprint for building a long-term sustainable business. By acknowledging and fulfilling responsibilities, a company is laying a foundation for building and maintaining trust.The writer is regional director, ICAEW South East Asia迷你倉

WINSTON-SALEM, N.迷你倉新蒲崗C., Sept. 5, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Thursday, September 19, any buccaneer to enter a participating Krispy Kreme and talk like a pirate gets one FREE Original Glazed(R) doughnut. To the landlubber who dares to wear full pirate attire goes a bounty of one FREE dozen Original Glazed doughnuts. Offer good on International Talk Like a Pirate Day, September 19(th), only. Visit KrispyKreme.com for more information. Excludes Puerto Rico and Connecticut.(Photo: photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130905/CL71298)To claim yer bounty on September 19, ye must:-- Come in to a participating Krispy Kreme shop and Talk like a pirate for one FREE Original Glazed doughnut. -- Come in to a participating Krispy Kreme location in full pirate costume for one FREE dozen Original Glazed doughnuts. Qualifying pirate costumes must include three or more of the following items: NO WEAPONS ALLOWED!-- Eye Patch -- Pirate Hat -- Bandana -- Peg Leg -- Parrot on Shoulder -- Pirate Shirt / Loose white shirt -- Knickers -- Leather Belt -- Silver and gold necklaces and earrings -- Pirate Hook -- Pointy black boots or ragged brown sandalsOffer good for one free doughnut per customer who talks like a迷你倉出租pirate to a Krispy Kreme team member at a participating shop. One free dozen Original Glazed doughnuts per customer who wears a full pirate costume into a participating Krispy Kreme location. Redeemable on September 19, 2013 only at participating Krispy Kreme US locations.Connect with Krispy Kreme at KrispyKreme.com, HotLightApp.com, Facebook, foursquare and Twitter, and KrispyKremeDoughnuts on YouTube.About Krispy Kreme Krispy Kreme is an international retailer of premium-quality sweet treats, including its signature Original Glazed(R) doughnut. Headquartered in Winston-Salem, N.C., the Company has offered the highest-quality doughnuts and great-tasting coffee since it was founded in 1937. Krispy Kreme is proud of its Fundraising program, which for decades has helped non-profit organizations raise millions of dollars in needed funds. Today, Krispy Kreme can be found in over 770 locations in more than 21 countries around the world. is listed on the New York Stock Exchange. Visit us at .KrispyKreme.com.Photo: photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130905/CL71298AP PhotoExpress Network: PRN2PRN Photo Desk, photodesk@prnewswire.comKrispy Kreme Doughnut CorporationCONTACT: Lafeea Watson, PR and Media Manager, Phone: 336-726-8878, Email:lwatson@krispykreme.comWeb site: .krispykreme.com/迷你倉

According to some local media reports, this year is the first since 1989 that students and other young people have begun to show a declining interest in joining the annual candlelight vigil at Victoria Park to commemorate the June 4, 1989 student demonstrations in Beijing.存倉Young Hongkongers born after that fateful date now seem more concerned about what is happening to them in Hong Kong and their chances of a better life in the future.Sixteen years have gone by since Hong Kong’s sovereignty was returned to China, yet many of these young people are still in a pre-1997 historical mindset as regards contemporary Chinese history, especially that from the second world war to the present. This period was for policy reasons studiously left out of the colonial government’s primary and secondary school curriculum.With the advent of elections by universal suffrage for the chief executive in 2017 and the legislature in 2020 respectively, it is imperative for the government to review the subject of teaching Chinese history by phases as a compulsory and independent subject in the primary and secondary school sectors.In this regard, we 迷你倉uggest at the appropriate time an academically authoritative and independent source should be appointed to assist in the planning and co-ordinating of such a project.For some years, the government has been promoting national education, by regularly sponsoring groups of young people to visit different parts of the mainland on orientation tours. This programme has been generally well received and should be expanded even further.An international city like the Hong Kong SAR deserves to have an electorate whose young people have an appreciation of the momentous changes that are taking place in their own country, with its 1.3 billion people.This is all the more desirable since voters will be electing for the first time their chief executive (in 2017) and legislative councillors (in 2020) by universal franchise.A better knowledge of China’s history will give the opportunity to our electorate hopefully to cast their votes for their leaders in 2017 and 2020 in a more balanced way that will be conducive to Hong Kong’s economic and social development.Hilton Cheong-Leen, president, Frederick Lynn, chairman, Hong Kong Civic Association自存倉

PORTLAND, Ore.儲存, Sept. 4, 2013 /PRNewswire-iReach/ -- TogetherFarm, LLC., a Portland based startup with a passion for bringing people and produce together, has launched a Kickstarter Campaign to bring TogetherFarm Blocks(TM) to market. With an elegant design that is packed full of features, these lightweight, interlocking blocks empower more people to take back their food by growing produce in their own raised garden beds.(Photo: photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130904/MN73424)Raised garden beds solve an age old farming problem of poor soil conditions and short growing seasons. However, many people don't have a vehicle to haul the lumber, or the necessary tools and know-how to build a garden box. TogetherFarm Blocks change all this. They are easily assembled to make any size or shape garden box without tools, big trucks, or special expertise. "The blocks don't require measuring or cutting and you can haul them in the back of your Mini Cooper if you want. It's almost as easy as 'just add water'," says TogetherFarm co-founder, Doug Holcomb.Each block is made from 100% recycled plastic that is BPA- and Phthalate-Free. They are durable and UV resistant allowing for many years of use. The blocks are made in the USA in order to contribute to the local economy and ensure high quality manufacturing.In a world where people are increasingly disconnected from their food sources, TogetherFarm Blocks provide a way for people to rediscover how food grows and experience the delicious taste of homegrown produce. The blocks are fun to put together and are a great way to involve kids in the entire gardening experience."With rising demand for growing produce at home, Kickstarter backer contributions will help fund the necessary mold and tooling costs to bring TogetherFarm Blocks to life," co-founder, Matt Stormont said. "We can't wait to get these blocks into people's hands and into their yards so that more people will have access to homegrown produce!"The TogetherFarm Team has extensive plans to build on the original blocks with additional accessories. The entire system, called The Connector Series, will provide complete gardening solutions, from green house covers to trellises to integrated clips for watering systems. "The options are endless," says Joe Aakre, the third co-founder at TogetherFarm. "When you have a modular system that clips together, you can add on anything you want. We plan to build out the most comprehensive gardening system on the market with each new accessory being fully compatible with the entire Connector Series."TogetherFarm has set a target goal of $75,000 to raise by September 23, 2013. Anyone can support the Kickstarter campaign for TogetherFarm Blocks starting at $1 with pledge levels of $35 or more giving backers the first access to a set of blocks for their own yards. Those contributing at the $2000+ level will join the inventor's circle and gain access to new product testing and pre-release availability. Visit TogetherFarm's Kickstarter page for more information and to pledge towards TogetherFarm Blocks: .kickstarter.com/projects/togetherfarm/turning-plastic-into-produce-togetherfarm-blocksKey features of TogetherFarm Blocks include the following:-- INTERLOCKING BLOCKS, NO TOOLS REQUIRED - All of the blocks snap together wi新蒲崗迷你倉hout any tools required for assembly. As rows of blocks are added, the box is strengthened by alternating seams and connected corners.-- INTEGRATED TRELLIS/STAKE HOLES - The entire block system is built for the gardener in mind with 3/8" diameter holes running vertically down each section of the blocks. These holes can be used to stake the box to the ground, add reinforcement for retaining wall applications, add flexible tubing overlaid with clear plastic for a cold-frame, and insert trellises to support the growing vegetable plants.-- ADDITIONAL HOLES FOR SCREWS - Holes for ordinary deck screws are built in to the flower top design of each block on 2 inch centers. The blocks can be secured to each other or to a wooden platform or base. The screw holes have many other applications including securing landscape fabric to the box system to block weeds-- ANY SIZE, ANY SHAPE, ANY DEPTH CAPABILITY - Because of the modular design, these garden boxes can be built in any shape or size required. For the space on the side of your house, the blocks can be built as a 2 foot wide box that is 10 feet long. For your back patio, the blocks can be built in an 'L' shape to wrap around the corner. 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The block walls are reinforced with ribbing to prevent bending and buckling.-- MULTICOLOR - The standard blocks will come in an earth tone brown but gardeners can select from 4 additional colors (earth tone blue, orange, green, and beige) to add extra flare to their garden boxes.Suggested Tweet and Facebook ShareTogetherFarm Blocks on Kickstarter - a modular garden box system that is easy to build and good for the environment. kck.st/19FfMYJAbout TogetherFarm, LLC.Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Portland, Oregon, TogetherFarm exists to create and promote opportunities and products for communities to grow, share and donate produce through sustainable backyard gardening and farming..TogetherFarm.comSOURCE TogetherFarm, LLCTo view this video on YouTube, please visit: youtu.be/Y1oI4f2KN64Media Contact: Doug Holcomb, TogetherFarm, LLC, 503-866-9833, doug@togetherfarm.comNews distributed by PR Newswire iReach: https://ireach.prnewswire.comVideo: youtu.be/Y1oI4f2KN64Photo: photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130904/MN73424PRN Photo Desk, photodesk@prnewswire.comTogetherFarm, LLCWeb site: .TogetherFarm.com/mini storage

Reading the market seems to be key to success of global service office providerBy WEI TIAN in Shanghaiweitian@chinadaily.mini storagecom.cnBelgium-based Oleon NV, a leading producer of oleochemicals — chemicals derived from plant and animal fats — in Europe, has the largest market share in Europe but it was only last year that it launched its first brand in China, with a team of just three people.Their office is located in a Regus business center in Lujiazui, Shanghai and the decision to do so is part of a growing trend in China, where flexibility is essential in today’s business climate.“The period of reckless expansion for foreign companies in China is coming to an end,” said Jason Ye, China general manager for Oleon NV. “Nowadays, the expansion to new markets such as China is mainly to compensate for the effects of economic turmoil.”Ye’s team share the floor with dozens of other small IT and trading companies that are all clients of Regus holding different leases. They share meeting rooms, a central reception, a business lounge and a pantry with coffee, tea and so on.Despite the small size of the team, Ye said he is looking to expand Oleon’s annual sales in China to $30 million within the next three to five years, cashing in on the huge market potential for high-end industrial products in the wake of an increasing national income.Surging office rentals in China’s largest cities and a greater focus on costs amid a sluggish economy are reshaping companies’ demands for their workplace, with efficiency and flexibility becoming keywords.“Office rentals in Beijing are now among the most expensive in the world,” said Leijten.Beijing Financial Street and Jianguomen Central Business District in China’s capital city ranked third and fourth as the world’s most expensive office areas in the first half of 2013, after Hong Kong Central and London’s West End, according to a semi-annual costs survey by CBRE Global Research and Consulting.Pudong and Puxi, two prime downtown business districts in Shanghai, were among the top 20 in the league.According to Leijten, the average cost to rent a prime office in first-tier cities is still on the rise. In Beijing, the rent for one square meter per month has increased from 200 yuan ($33) to 350 yuan, up 75 percent, over the past two years.With robust demand and low supply in downtown areas, he said the high-end office leasing market will remain stable and there is no likelihood rent prices will fall in the CBDs.On the other hand, with the US and European economies remaining weak and the Chinese economy experiencing a mild slowdown, “companies tend to be more cautious with big and long-term fixed rents and investments”, said Leijten, who is ready to tap into the opportunities he sees in the mismatch in the market.Most multinationals set up their first office in China with only three to five people, but the minimum space of a conventional office in a grade-A office building is normally 200 square meters, bonded to a three-year lease contract, said Leijten.“The moment you sign up for a lease for three years, it means your business is committed in size and location for three years. That’s obviously not an option for companies entering new markets or uncertain about their future, that want more flexibility and control over their costs.”Working in a business center also saves companies from handling other costs such as property management, electricity, air-conditioning, cleaning, maintenance and reception and pantry services, he said, adding that using Regus can save up to 65 percent of costs compared with a conventional office.“For foreign companies entering China or Chinese companies going overseas, Regus can significantly lower the entry barriers, especially for companies that start small and don’t know exactly how the expansion will develop.”The caution of multinationals has helped Regus take some bold steps in China over the past years. Regus’ portfolio in China has been growing at 60 to 80 percent a year over the past few years, with a growing share coming from Chinese clients, according to Leijten, a Sinophile whose wife is from Shanghai.Changing CultureA small but efficient office at a business center has also become a more popular choice among Chinese companies, who used to regard their workplace very seriously.“Twenty years ago Chinese companies used to buy their offices and say: ‘Look, this is my office’ as evidence of their success to clients. But it’s becoming more and more impractical, especially with rocketing prices in the commercial property and the changing needs for the size and location of office space,” said Leijten.“Clients are not impressed just by big desks any more. They attach more importance to real performance.”As a result, business centers with small units in good locations have become more popular among service providers, such as Bie Junlin, who runs Shanghai Qiu Duan Trading Co, a service provider for high-end construction projects.“We are a small enterprise. Being able to focus on our business is essential to us,” Bie said.“Business centers suit our needs and budget perfectly. It’s also convenient to be situated in a central location, especially with access to some of the largest trading and exhibition centers in the city,” he added.The changing attitude also applies to Chinese companies going overseas.With a changing economic landscape and bigger focus on efficiency, extravagant spending in setting up an overseas presence is being replaced by limited investment and a flexible setup.“In this way, the going-overseas decision can be made more quickly because the opportunity cost is much lower,” Leijten said, adding that Regus business centers are also the choice of Chinese companies such as Baidu Inc when expanding overseself storages.According to Leijten, who has more than 20 years of experiences in the service industry and who before joining Regus worked at Air France and KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, 70 to 80 percent of Regus’ clients in China were foreign companies 10 years ago. “But now we’re tipping over to the Chinese side. Now it’s 50-50 between foreign and Chinese companies.“Most global fortune 500 companies use Regus across the world, including many locations in China. The share of internationally operating Chinese companies using Regus worldwide is still behind those from developed countries. I expect this to change in the near future.”DecentralizationThe Chinese economy is experiencing its lowest expansion rate in years, but Leijten views the slowdown as a result of less infrastructure investment and construction. However, domestic consumption and the service sector are on the rise, therefore business expansion is still on the cards for many companies.Regus currently operates in 1,500 locations in 600 cities worldwide, but has a presence in just 60 locations in 17 cities in China.“That’s not a lot for the world’s second largest economy. We need to grow,” Leijten said.Regus’ expansion will be in line with the decentralization strategy adopted by domestic and foreign companies.“In first-tier cities, multinational companies are retreating from the CBD to areas further out where there is an increasing supply and more reasonable prices. This will become a bigger trend in the years to come,” he said.In Shanghai, where Regus set up its first business center in the 420-meter landmark Jinmao Plaza, the company is distributing more services across wider areas of the city, such as in Yangpu, Putuo, Minghang and Hongqiao districts, where Leijten said he sees an increasing demand.Tier two and tier three cities are also the focus for future expansion, as startup companies grow fast and foreign companies also send more of their people around the country, he said, adding that he was in Ningbo recently to cut the ribbon for the opening of his company’s latest branch.“The domestic market is developing quickly and Chinese companies are also expanding to more cities to stay close to their customers,” Leijten said. “There are 132 cities in China with a population of more than 1 million so the potential is huge.”ChallengesAlthough it is a popular choice for more and more businesses, the flexible working environment provided by Regus business centers is sometimes misused.In 2012, an organization called World Luxury Association was exposed by the Chinese media as being involved in fraudulent activities, using sham publicity to make illicit profits.Registered with a Regus business center in Beijing, the group claimed on its websites its Regus’ business address as its own address to impress clients, Southern Weekly reported.“We do not check the criminal records of our clients. That is not our job. But we comply with the legal requirements of any landlord. We keep a copy of our tenants’ business registration’ or identification documents,” Leijten said.“Regus has a specific clause in the service agreement with the client that states that our clients must comply with the law or Regus can terminate the agreement immediately.”In his six years of working with Regus in China, Leijten said he had seen thousands of companies but only encountered one or two cases where a client was involved in unlawful practices.“The concept of flexibility and being able to start up your business more quickly is key for 99.9 percent of our clients. They have a sincere intention to grow their company and create a successful business,” he said.Wang Wen contributed to this story.Twenty years ago Chinese companies used to buy their offices and say: ‘Look, this is my office’ as evidence of their success to clients. But it’s becoming more and more impractical,especially with rocketing prices in the commercial property and the changing needs for the size and location of office space.”Hans Leijtenvice-president, RegusQ+A | Hans LeijtenHow do you spend your weekends amid your busy schedule?I enjoy a good breakfast, coffee and a newspaper or a brunch with friends. I go out in the afternoon, play some sport, think about a nice place for dinner.What are your hobbies?When it comes to sports, I like jogging. Whenever I go to a city with a big park, I bring my jogging shoes. Central Park New York, Hyde Park in London and the Retiro in Madrid are great.I like art and antiques and have a specific interest in later Chinese bronzes, bronzes made from the Song Dynasty (960-1279) to the early Qing Dynasty (1644-1911).What is the saying that you like the most?I like people to think in terms of solutions. Only one is needed, not 10 reasons why something won’t work: “Are you part of the problem or part of the solution?”Another one speaks for itself: “Failing to plan is planning to fail”.What is your idea of perfect happiness?I am happy when spending time with people I like. I am also happy to succeed in business.What is the quality you most admire in a man?I am Dutch. We are quite open people and see men and women as equally capable.What is your most treasured possession?A Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) bronze statue of a Guanyin (the bodhisattva associated with compassion as venerated by East Asian Buddhists, usually as a female). It is a beautiful and peaceful statue.Name places in China that impressed you most and those you have not visited but want to explore. What was your favorite journey?Seen: The Mogao grottos in Dunhuang are impressive. They are a trip back to the early times of the Silk Road.To see: I would like to walk up the Yellow Mountains but not in a big group.Give three words to describe your impression of Chinese businessmen.Heart, soul, risk.迷你倉

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