As we countdown to the inaugural East Lindsey Business Awards, we take a closer look at three of the honours set to be given out on the evening as well as the sponsors behind them. The Excellence in Digital Innovation award gives recognition to businesses that have identified and developed digital solutions to aid business growth or competitiveness.
Day: February 25, 2017
Survivors denounce Vatican handling of Peru abuse case
In this Oct. 31, 2015 file photo, the book Half Monks, Half Soldiers stands for sale at a bookstore in Lima, Peru. Victims of Latin America’s latest charismatic Catholic leader-turned-sexual predator Luis Fernando Figari first complained to the Lima archdiocese in May 2011, but neither the local church nor the Holy See took concrete action until Pedro Salinas’ book, “Half Monks, Half Soldiers,” was published in 2015.
Full Racecard
Useful performer in bumpers and over hurdles, but who has gradually come into his own switched to fences. A handicap mark of 129 was dispatched to the past with a seamless victory in the 2m4f Challenger Middle Distance Series Final at Haydock in March 2016 and this campaign started in novice events with victories at Wetherby and Huntingdon.
Woman charged in connection with death of three-year-old attacked by dog
A WOMAN has been charged in connection with the death of three-year-old who was attacked by a dog in Halstead last year. Jade Dunne, 29, of Parker Way, Halstead, has now been charged in relation to the incident, which happened at her home.
Immigration Officials Detain Muhammad Ali Jr. In Florida
While returning from a Black History Month event in Montego Bay, Jamaica, the renowned Muhammad Ali’s son was detained at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, the Courier-Journal reports. The incident occurred on Feb. 7 when Muhammad Ali Jr.’s mother and second wife of the late boxer, Khalilah Camacho-Ali said that her son was questioned for two hours.
Lourdes, SPC in men’s finals tonight
LOURDES College on Friday, February 24, earned the right to face Southern de Oro Philippines College in the finals after beating Marawi State University in the 11th Loyola Cup Basketball Tournament college men’s division semi-finals at the Xavier University gym in Cagayan de Oro City. Andy Valenzuela fired a game-high 37 points to lift Lourdes Blue Sash, while Richard Olarte contributed with 16 points.
French candidate Macron to meet Germany’s Merkel on March 16 – source
French independent candidate and presidential election frontrunner Emmanuel Macron will meet German Chancellor Angela Merkel on March 16, a source close to the former economy minister said on Saturday. A meeting with Merkel, the leader of Europe’s biggest economy, could further bolster the image of the 39 year-old Macron following his meeting with Prime Minister Theresa May in London on Tuesday.
Cortes, Tortal breeze through opening matches
ARCHRIVALS Brent Signmond Cortes of Lanao Norte and Rupert Ohrelle Tortal of Surigao City seemed excited to renew their storied rivalry in Mindanao Series of the 2017 Cebuana Lhuillier age-group tennis tournament which opened in Cagayan de Oro City on Saturday at the Nazareth Lawn tennis courts. With the top guns in other age categories yet to flex muscles in a cloudy Saturday morning, the tourney’s prominent figures since their unisex under-10 days immediately sent strong message on what possibly lie ahead in the star-studded under-14 boys bracket.
Does an oarfish predict an earthquake is about to hit CDO?
ABOUT two weeks before the 6.7 magnitude earthquake hit Surigao City, two oarfish have been found in the beaches of Butuan City and another oarfish was washed ashore in Misamis Occidental and in Agusan del Norte days later. Residents near the shores took selfies and posted the sightings on social media networks without looking into the cause of this sighting.
173 police recruits finish public safety training
CAGAYAN DE ORO. About 173 new police recruits graduate on Friday, February 24 at the Philippine Public Safety College.
10-hour blackout hits Oro
A 10-HOUR power outage will be implemented by Cagayan Electric Power & Light Co. Inc. today, February 26, affecting several commercial and other establishments and major streets in Cagayan de Oro.
Authorities plan sweep of KLIA2 for toxic chemicals at 1am
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia will sweep Kuala Lumpur International Airport 2 for toxic chemicals after Kim Jong-nam was murdered there with a nerve agent last week. Jong-nam was murdered on Feb 13 at the budget terminal of Kuala Lumpur’s main airport with VX nerve agent, a chemical classified by the United Nations as a weapon of mass destruction.
Puntod-Kauswagan bridge: The hip bridge
WITH people’s daily activities and business growth of an area, bridges provide a significant role. A bridge is an instrument that connects two separate areas that we can easily access or “bridging the gap”.
Zimbabwe beat Afghanistan by 7 wickets to level series 2-2
A collective bowling effort from Zimbabwe bowled out Afghanistan for 111 following which Zimbabwe chased down the revised target of 105 with seven wickets in hand in a rain affected fourth One-Day International in Harare. As a result of their win, Zimbabwe brought themselves level at 2-2 in the series and now have a chance to complete an incredible come-from-behind series victory in the fifth and final ODI on Sunday.
Skin on Fire: A Firsthand Account of a VX Attack
Police will ask the Atomic Energy Licensing Board to carry out a sweep of the KL International Airport 2 for traces of the highly toxic VX-nerve agent According to the Post , Washington made a decision to cancel the talks after Malaysian police confirmed that Kim Jong Nam was assassinated with VX, a lethal nerve agent manufactured for chemical warfare and listed by the United Nations as a weapon of mass destruction . On Friday, officials confirmed that during autopsy they found the chemical on the face of Kim, who died on February 13 after he was attacked inside Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
Respect the actress’ privacy, requests Prithviraj
Kochi: While lauding the decision of the actress to return to the film world despite being subjected to attack by a gang of men in Kochi last week, actor Prithviraj urged media not to encircle her with cameras when she arrives at the shooting location here. Popular South Indian actress Bhavana who underwent a two-hour kidnap attempt last week has resumed her work, her co-star Prithviraj confirmed.
One More Big Experiment from Rana After Ghazi
The absorbing storyline of the underwater war film is still getting well received, due to which The Ghazi Attack box office collection has gathered Rs. 27.25 Crores till now.
Muhammad Ali Jr., mother detained at Florida airport, attorney says
LOUISVILLE, KY – Muhammad Ali’s son was detained by U.S. Customs and Border Protection investigators at a Florida airport earlier this month, his attorney confirmed on Saturday. Muhammad Ali Jr. and his mother, Khalilah Camacho-Ali, were arriving at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport from Montego Bay, Jamaica on February 7 when they were directed to secondary inspections, Chris Mancini said.
Scottish nationalism is same as racism, London mayor claims
The Labour mayor of London has likened Scottish nationalism to racism, insisting that there is “no difference” between them and those who try to “divide us on the basis of our background, race or religion”. He wrote in the Daily Record newspaper: “The last thing we need now is to pit different parts of our country or sections of our society against each other – or to further fuel division or seek separation.”
Australia hammer India
Spinner Steve O'Keefe finished with 12 wickets as Australia ended India's 19-Test unbeaten streak with a crushing 333-run triumph within three days in Pune. Australia 1st Inns 260 Steve O’Keefe finished with 12 wickets as Australia ended India’s 19-Test unbeaten streak with a crushing 333-run triumph within three days in Pune.
Locally produced food and drink on the menu at new Holiday Inn restaurant
BENNETT’S ice cream from Worcester and ales from the Wye Valley Brewery near Bromyard are just two of the local products to be found at the newly opened Cow on the Hill restaurant at Bromsgrove’s Holiday Inn hotel. The new restaurant offers a steak and grill menu with the emphasis on provenance of ingredients – all the steaks are from beef matured and grass fed on organic pastures in Northern Ireland’s Glenarm Estate.
Standing while eating could eventually make you fat
That’s what nutritionists and doctors say about eating big meals upright – that shameless habit you have of feasting on takeout over your kitchen counter, or at trendy new standing-only restaurants. At Ikinari Steak, a Japanese joint that opened its first U.S. location in the East Village last week, customers eat the steakhouse’s grub standing up.
Dozens killed in suicide attacks on Syrian security compounds
At least 30 people were killed in attacks on two security locations in the central Syrian city of Homs, officials reported. At least 30 people were killed in attacks on two security locations in the central Syrian city of Homs, officials reported.
Iraqi forces facing stiff resistance in western Mosul
Iraqi forces pushed deeper into western Mosul Saturday amid stiff resistance from entrenched Islamic State fighters, a commander on the scene said. Special forces Lt.
We’ve been attacked – ” Ghanaians in SA contradict Ayorkor Botchway
Ghanaians living in South Africa claim they are being attacked and beaten mercilessly by South African nationals in the wake of the xenophobic attack that has once again reared its ugly head in that country. According to them, their lives are in real danger as some Ghanaians in Sunnyside, have been hospitalized after being pounded.
Protesters mark Philippine revolt by condemning killings
Protesters clench their fists while displaying a black banner to protest last year’s hero’s burial of the late dictator Ferdinand Marcos as they mark the 31st anniversary of the near-bloodless People Power revolt that ousted the Marcoses from 20-year-rule of the country Saturday, Feb. 25, 2017, in suburban Mandaluyong city, northeast of Manila, Philippines. President Rodrigo Duterte, who expressed his support for the Marcoses, skipped the celebration, the first time by a sitting president.
Iranian director sends video to message to US rally
In this Oct. 10, 2016 file photo, Iranian director Asghar Farhadi poses for a photo during the premiere of his film, “The Salesman, in Paris. The Oscar-nominated Iranian film director has sent a video message to a rally attended by celebrities and top talent agents to thank the Hollywood community for its support during his boycott of the awards ceremony.
ACP wants continued strong relations with UK after Brexit
BRUSSELS, Belgium Secretary General of the African Caribbean and Pacific Dr Patrick I Gomes says while the grouping is supportive of a strong Europe, it has no desire of neglecting its relationship with the United Kingdom following its decision to leave the EU. Speaking at the launch of the book Brexit Securing ACP Economic Interests, in London last week, the Guyanese-born diplomat noted that eight months have passed since the British voted in a referendum to leave the European Union.
Suspect in death of Kim Jong Nam was paid for ‘prank’ nerve agent attack
The Indonesian suspect in the death of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un’s half-brother was paid 90 dollars to help carry out the attack involving VX nerve agent, said Indonesia’s deputy ambassador to Malaysia. But Deputy Ambassador Andriano Erwin repeated Siti Aisyah’s previous claim that she was duped into the plot, thinking she was taking part in a prank.
Readers write: Marmalade origin, rugby injuries, correct punishment
The Dec. 19 essay in The Home Forum, ” Marmalade worthy of Paddington Bear ,” mentions quince as only one of the fruits used to make marmalade, but it didn’t give the origin of the word “marmalade.” Marmalade in Portugal, explains my husband, who was born and brought up there, is made from the marmelo , which is quince.
Southeast Asian security on surer footing, In defense of referendums…
“[Japanese] Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s summit with U.S. President Donald Trump reinforced the security guarantees iterated by U.S. Defense Secretary James Mattis on his visit to Japan and South Korea the week before…,” writes Stephen R. Nagy .
Zimbabwe’s Mugabe marks 93rd birthday in opposition area
Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe is celebrating his 93rd birthday amid granite hills where ancient spirits are said to dwell, defying calls to resign after nearly four decades in power in a region known for opposing the man who says he’ll run again in 2018 elections. Thousands of government supporters, some wearing clothing adorned with Mugabe’s image, converged in Matabeleland on Saturday for a birthday bash and show of strength for the ruling ZANU-PF party, beset by squabbling in the past year as the elderly president weakened and factions, one including his wife Grace, sparred ahead of an expected power vacuum.
David Miliband: Labour is ‘further from power than any time in my life’
Speaking to The Times , 51-year-old Miliband – who narrowly lost out on the Labour leadership in 2010 – said: “I’m obviously deeply concerned that Labour is further from power than at any stage in my lifetime.” Miliband was interviewed by the newspaper after Labour’s humiliating defeat to the Conservatives in the Copeland by-election , which marked the first time a sitting party has gained a seat in a by-election since 1982.
Twin attacks on Syrian security buildings kill at least 32
Twin attacks on two Syrian security offices in the central city of Homs Saturday killed at least 32 people, including a senior security official who heads the feared Military Intelligence services, state media and officials reported. An al-Qaida-linked insurgent coalition known as the Levant Liberation Committee claimed responsibility for the attacks, which also left another high-ranking officer seriously wounded.
LETTER: President Trump might be traitor
Some members of the CIA and other intelligence community don’t trust their commander-in-chief with sensitive information because he is careless about security. Also some believe he willingly used the Russian secret service to help him win the election.
The Latest: Malaysia says airport safe, no trace of toxin
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia – The Latest on Malaysia’s investigation into the apparent assassination of the half brother of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un : Malaysian police have completed a sweep of the airport terminal where the exiled half-brother of North Korea’s leader was attacked and say they found no trace of the nerve agent that was suspected to have been used to kill him. Senior police official Abdul Samah Mat, who is leading the investigation, declared the budget terminal at Kuala Lumpur’s airport a “safe zone” after the sweep detected no hazardous material.
Best of the week: ‘King Lear,’ Sting, Global Roots Series, Ana Popovic, Disney on Ice, more
For the first time in two decades, the Guthrie is alternating actors in the title role of a play, namely “King Lear.” Like two different lead singers fronting a band, Stephen Yoakam and Nathaniel Fuller lend distinct phrasings and cadences to the same arrangements.
Pence pledges to ‘keep our end of the bargain’ with top Jewish supporters
Vice President Mike Pence delivered an ode on Friday evening to the Republican Jewish establishment that once was deeply skeptical of his boss, effusively praising several GOP luminaries such as billionaire Sheldon Adelson. Speaking before a Shabbat dinner at Adelson’s landmark Venetian hotel and casino, Pence shared his administration’s platform on Israel with several hundred members of the Republican Jewish Coalition, including a pledge to keep Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon and to combat the “endless bias” of the United Nations.
Biometric screening debuts at MSP Airport
With the swipe of a finger or a blink of an eye – and $179 a year – travelers at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport can go directly to metal-detecting machines and bag-scanning lanes, bypassing lines.
.com | Czech FM to press Sudan to free jailed missionary
Czech Foreign Minister Lubomir Zaoralek will travel to Sudan on Sunday to try to free a Czech Christian aid worker sentenced to 24 years in prison on charges including spying and inciting hatred. The 53-year-old missionary, a member of a small Protestant Czech church called Cirkev Bratrska, had gone to Sudan to help local Christians, according to Czech media reports.