Lying Isn’t a Strategy
Today, I am disappointed. Sad, really.My phone rang. I answered. It was someone who works for me. She said, “ is on the line. She insists she has an appointment with you at 2:30 PM.” I live on my calendar. How could I have been so careless? I open my calendar app, Tempo, on the iPhone. I don’t have an appointment. I asked, “What is this person’s name and what company are they with?”The answer is with .I don’t know . I do recognize the name of the organization. But only because they’ve continued to call me to try to sell their service. It’s something to do with federal contracts.In an attempt to speak with me, this salesperson lied. I am certain that had I taken her call, she would have told me that there was some misunderstanding, that she didn’t say that she had an appointment, that she was only trying to schedule an appointment.There’s a reason so few salespeople use lame, old, worthless tactics like these: Relationships are built on trust, and attempting to begin a relationship with a lie is its undoing.It doesn’t matter how bad you need business. It doesn’t matter how difficult it is to get someone on the phone. It doesn’t matter if it’s a little white lie. There isn’t any excuse for using any strategy for selling that is built on a lie. This is true even if from time to time this dreadful strategy works.If you are going to be a professional salesperson, the rule is this: The truth at any price, even the price of your deal. If you are going to be someone worth doing business with, then be that person.What disappoints me most is not that a salesperson would attempt to open an opportunity by lying about an appointment. What disappoints me most is that somewhere there is a sales organization and a sales manager that is teaching, training, and coaching this behavior. I wonder how they will feel when the salespeople they train end up being the salespeople that call on their elderly parents and grandparents. Essential Reading! Get my 3rd book: Eat Their Lunch “The first ever playbook for B2B salespeople on how to win clients and customers who are already being serviced by your competition.” Buy Now
They’re the 25 power women of the country, the physical manifestation of will, power, grace, dedication, hard work and extraordinary brilliance. With each step they take, whether it’s business, politics, arts, films, banking, hospitality or sports, they keep raising the bar and breaking untouched barriers. These are the women who,They’re the 25 power women of the country, the physical manifestation of will, power, grace, dedication, hard work and extraordinary brilliance.With each step they take, whether it’s business, politics, arts, films, banking, hospitality or sports, they keep raising the bar and breaking untouched barriers. These are the women who have made India shine on a global platform.NAINA LAL KIDWAI, 52 GROUP CHAIRMAN & COUNTRY HEADHSBC INDIABecause she took HSBC India to startling new heights even during the recession. Because the the company reported an increase in profit by over 40 per cent at the beginning of last year. Because under her leadership they launched a Life Insurance Joint Venture company in India, in association with Canara Bank and Oriental Bank of Commerce that reported a premium income close to Rs 300 crore. Because under her guidance, they have taken corporate sustainability to the next level that has won her and the bank accolades for their contribution to the environment.The Wild Side When not banking she spends her free time holidaying at wildlife parks like Kaziranga National Park, Jim Corbett National Park and Kanha National Park with her husband Rashid and children, Kemaya and Rumaal.Her Best Friends are her pet dogs, a German Shepherd named Wolfie and a Labrador called Trigger.A big movie buff Her favourites include a healthy mix of all genres from Chak de India to Mamma Mia and The Namesake, she loves them all.TANYA DUBASH, 41EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR & PRESIDENT (MARKETING)GODREJ GROUPBecause after taking over a key position in the company, she has changed the way people look at Godrej as a brand. Because she has given the company a fresh, youthful makeover whether it’s through reality television or product-based incentives. Because she introduced the concept of experience marketing with Godrej Nature’s Basket, a world food store. Because with seven major companies, Godrej’s turnover crosses Rs 1,100 crore.Time out She loves to spend time with her husband, Arvind and her kids, Aryan and Azaar. She also likes to read and travel. What the Dog Saw by Malcolm Gladwell is one of her favourite books. Her other favourites include Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl and Eat Pray and Love by Elizabeth Gilbert. She likes to watch films and takes time out to catch the latest ones. The three films she liked the most were Sherlock Holmes, 3 Idiots and My Name is Khan.She aims to bring alive a brighter experience for consumers, more vibrant expressions of what they want in a more empathetic manner and ultimately create progress for all of Godrej’s stakeholders.CHANDA KOCHHAR, 47CEO& MD, ICICI BANKBecause she heads India’s largest private banks with an asset base of Rs 3.8 lakh crore. Because she is ranked number 20 on the Forbes list of the 100 most powerful women in the world. Because in a year fraught with financial upheaval post recession, her bank emerged stronger on all parameters recording an operating profit of 22 per cent minus treasury income. Because this is just the beginning, as she says, “2009 made us emerge stronger but 2010 is the year of growth opportunity.”What’s next “We are using the current year to position our balance sheet to take advantage of the next phase of growth.” With an aim to increase the bank’s network from 1,520 to 2,000 plus branches.Her one passion besides banking Is Hindi cinema. A die-hard Bollywood fan, she can often be spotted in the Mumbai multiplexes on weekends.Her Role Models Are both bankers, N. Vaghul and K.V. Kamath. Vaghul shared his wisdom with her and she believes that ICICI Group’s culture of entrepreneurship, innovation, and good governance is the legacy that her role model left behind. On the other hand, Kamath is her mentor. She feels fortunate to be mentored by a man who was farsighted enough to revolutionise the way banking worked in India.PREETHA REDDY, 52MANAGING DIRECTORAPOLLO HOSPITALS GROUPClick here to EnlargeBecause she has constantly innovated and revamped the Rs 1,800 crore Apollo Hospitals Group. Because through her efforts the Government of India honoured the group with the release of a postage stamp for it’s role in India’s health care sector. Because she belongs to a group of 10 business heads that form the Indo-US CEOs Forum this year. Because she is the first woman advisor on health care to the Indian government. Because she is also the director of Kalakshetra, the legendary dance school in Chennai.Role Model “My father Dr Prathap C Reddy. He’s so positive. For him, there is always an upside to something and he never loses focus on what he’s here for.”Silver Screen James Cameron’s Avatar made a huge impression. It’s a film she can watch many times over.AKSHATA MURTY, 30ENTREPRENEURClick here to EnlargeBecause She is not content to sit back on a famous surname. Because she gave up a job in venture capital and decided to listen to her heart. Because she is launching a contemporary clothing line with traditional Indian roots. Because she has chosen a path that no one in her family has. Because, Akshata, her clothing line, made in consultation with design students, aims to give artisans of this country a platform in the West.She shares a special bond With her mother Sudha Murthy, who is her friend, philosopher and guide. It’s her capability to balance career, family and society that has left an impact.NIRUPAMA RAO, 59FOREIGN SECRETARYClick here to EnlargeBecause She is the first woman full-term foreign secretary in India’s history. Because she has brought in a new diplomatic style with her out-of-the-box thinking. Because she is known to be a tough negotiator and is handling the ongoing dialogue with Pakistan. Because she has served at key diplomatic assignments like China and Sri Lanka. Because she was also the first woman spokesperson of the Ministry of External Affairs.Wordsmith A compilation of her poems was published under the title Rain Rising in 2004.SHILPA GUPTA, 33INSTALLATION ARTISTBecause she has three solo shows lined up this year, the first of which is currently being showcased at The Contemporary Art Center in Cincinnati. Because her work is already a part of art school books in the UK. Because she is one of the few Indian artists to have showcased her work at the Yvon Lambert, France and Gallery Continua, Italy. Because she has been interviewed by veteran German artist and intellectual Peter Weibel.Most special work is her current project, While I Sleep on the theme of fears and prejudices.PRIYANKA CHOPRA, 27ACTORBecause this former Miss World made a clean sweep at the award ceremonies last year. Because she won the National Award, a first for a person in her 20s, after her brilliant performance in Fashion. Because she is on top of the Bollywood game with four back-to-back successes from Fashion, Dostana, Kaminey to What’s Your Rashee.Because she is being talked about, not for her link-ups with co-actors but her work, a welcome change in an industry obsessed with gossip. Because every director worth his weight wants to work with her. Because her forthcoming films include Siddharth Anand’s Anjaana Anjaani, Vishal Bhardwaj’s untitled next and Farhan Akhtar’s Don 2. Because she is also UNICEF’s National Celebrity working for children’s rights.Quote Unquote “My work is my elixir. It’s what keeps evil away and is the one thing that’s always stood by me.”National Award Moment “I was in New York when I heard and it was four in the morning. I really didn’t know whether to jump or scream. I spent the next four hours on the phone talking to friends and family.”ROOPA KUDVA, 46REGION HEAD,SOUTH ASIA, STANDARD & POORSMD & CEO, CRISILClick here to EnlargeBecause Because she is the MD and CEO of India’s first credit rating agency. Because Crisil’s rating coverage has grown nearly eight times since 2008. Because when the financial meltdown in the US put rating firms under the scanner Kudva and her team promptly stepped up communication with the users of its ratings by sending out rating alerts to investors and general public even before a company was downgraded or upgraded.Her most memorable experience At work has been walking in unannounced for an interview and walking out with a job in hand.SWATI PIRAMAL, 53DIRECTOR, PIRAMAL HEALTH CARE & PRESIDENTASSOCHAMBecause she has truly been able to break the glass ceiling after becoming the first woman to head an apex business chamber in India. Because since her appointment, she has invited 100 women to chair all the national committees of ASSOCHAM this year. Because Piramal Life Sciences, where she is vice chairperson, is gearing up to deliver the first drug developed by an Indian research company.She is passionate about Sufi poetry, studying medieval history and literature.Her most memorable experience has been meeting former US President Bill Clinton and having a one-on-one discussion with him.RAJSHREE PATHY, 53CHAIRPERSONRAJSHREE SUGARS AND CHEMICALSBecause she is Chairperson of Rajshree Sugars and Chemicals, a company with interests across integrated fields such as sugar, power co-generation and biotechnology. Because in 2009, she completely reorganised Rajshree Sugars and inducted new top-class professionals, to move on to the next growth phase. Because the turnover of her company and its subsidiaries is expected to exceed Rs 600 crore in March 2010. Because she was elected the President of SISM (South India Sugar Mills) for the second term 2007-2009.What this woman wants Is to always succeed and be ranked among the best in whatever she does.She dreams To see all her goals for Rajshree Sugars turn to reality. She is also waiting for her children Aishwarya and Aditya to bless her with lots of grandchildren.VINITA BALI, 53MANAGING DIRECTORBRITANNIAGROUPBecause she took charge of a near rudderless firm and turned its fortunes around making its topline profit double in four years between 2005-09. Because her company has been growing at 20 per cent annually. Because its market share, in the Rs 6,000-crore biscuit market has stabilised around 35 per cent. Because money making is not the only thing she cares about. Because Britannia’s work with Global Alliance for improved nutrition got her international acclaim at the Clinton Global Initiative.Life after work Involves working out and listening to western and Indian classical music.AGATHA SANGMA, 29UNION MINISTER OF STATE FOR RURAL DEVELOPMENTBecause at the age of 28, she became the youngest MP. Because she is the youngest minister in the current council of ministers. Because this former lawyer is the face of the youth in a country where politics is the domain of the old and the wise. Because despite being the daughter of former Lok Sabha Speaker P.S. Sangma and sister to James and Conrad who are in Meghalaya state politics, she has managed to carve out her own identity.Earth Calling A Master’s in environmental management from the University of Nottingham, she also dabbles in nature photography.MALLIKA SRINIVASAN, 50DIRECTORTAFEBecause she rose above the stereotypes and made a mark in the macho tractor business. Because her great delegation and communication skills worked very well during the downturn when TAFE grew despite the gloom in the environment. Because it is the first tractor company to be recognised for strong commitment to excel at the 15th Quality Summit conducted by Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) in Bangalore.Woman Power She is a serious votary of woman power and feels women’s contribution to society has often been underestimated.PRIYA PAUL, 43CHAIRPERSONAPEEJAY SURRENDRA PARKHOTELSBecause she has revamped the concept of a boutique hotel and given it a chic, edgy identity. Because despite the downturn, the group has successfully expanded to include a 10-room land property and an eight-room boutique cruiser in Kerala and a hotel in Hyderabad. Because the group also opened ItALIA, a stand-alone restaurant in Delhi and launched its own spa brand, Aura. Because the turnover for 2009-2010 is expected to be around Rs 250 crore. Because she is also one of India’s foremost art collectors with an eclectic taste that ranges from the traditional to the contemporary. Because she is also the founding member of the World Travel and Tourism Council-India Initiative and chairperson of South Asia Women’s Fund.Future Perfect Three new properties are currently going through their design phase, Paul says and are scheduled to open in about two years from now. There is the group’s second property in Kolkata, Jaipur and Pune.LOVELEEN TANDAN, 36FILM DIRECTORBecause she brought home the Oscars as casting director and co-director of the eight-time Oscar winning Slumdog Millionaire, directed by Danny Boyle. Because she belongs to that category of young women directors who defy convention and bravely venture into new frontiers.The slumdog moment The infamous “potty scene. It was actually dollops of peanut butter chocolate sauce that we had used to soak little Jamal. He would keep licking it off”, she says.Passion turns career From Mira Nair’s Monsoon Wedding, Vanity Fair and The Namesake to Steven Spielberg’s Terminal and Sarah Gavron’s Brick Lane, it has been a long and fulfilling road.PADMASREE WARRIOR, 48CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICERCISCO SYSTEMS INCBecause her company’s revenue for 2009 was Rs 1,65,000 crores. Because under her leadership, Cisco took huge strides in the realm of cloud computing, virtualisation, connected life and TelePresence and the new and emerging opportunities they present. Because recently, the United States Pan Asian American Chamber of Commerce recognised her with its prestigious Excellence Award.Creative Energy She is an artist at heart. She has channeled her creative energies through her favorite mediums of clay and acrylics. She finds dance fun and creative.Quote Unquote She believes that there is more to a CTO’s role than just looking for cutting-edge products but needs to come up with new business models to monetise that technology.NAMRITA JHANGIANI, 55PARTNEREGON ZEHNDER INTERNATIONALBecause She’s a partner with Egon Zehnder International which is the world’s largest executive search firm. Because in 2009, despite the recession, Egon Zehnder not only refrained from laying people off like other firms, in the domestic and international market, but also opened a new office in Bengaluru and continued recruiting. Because she has worked extensively in recruitment for CEO board levels in the finance, pharmaceutical and BPO sectors. Because their revenues are close to Rs 2,000 crore.Happiness quotient She loves being right at the heart of strategic discussions with senior leadership of the corporate world. Seeing the company’s share price go up with the announcement of a hire she makes is a thrill.Reading room Her latest favourites are The Music Room by Namita Devidayal and The Palace of Illusions by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni.BHAIRAVI JANI, 30DIRECTORSCA GROUP OF COMPANIESBecause at 30 she is the Director of the SCA group of Companies which specialises in shipping, warehousing, logistics and many more. Because she is the Chairperson of CII’s Young Indians. Because with her fresh ideas she ventured into unchartered territories. Because despite the recession they launched Transmart India Pvt. Ltd, the first modern warehousing company with state of the art technology, causing a big shift in the industry. Because there are projects with over Rs 1,000 crore investment in warehousing.Dancing queen Trained in Bharatanatyam, she dances to unwind.DEVITA SARAF, 28CEOVU TECHNOLOGIESBecause besides being CEO, Vu technologies, she is an executive committee member of the Federation of Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Because she is a part of Mensa, an international society of people whose IQ ranks in the top two per cent of the world’s population. Because she is the founder and chairperson of the young Bombay forum of the Bombay chamber, part of the Bombay Chamber of Commerce and Industry.Art fetish She has taken classes in pottery, jewellry designing at the Indo American Institute where she received a diploma in it, graphic designing and Ikebana.NEELAM DHAWAN, 49MANAGING DIRECTORHEWLETTPACKARD, INDIABecause she is the Managing Director of Hewlett Packard, India. Because despite the recession, HP remained at the number one spot in domestic companies as well as multinationals in India. Because she pioneered philanthropic drives where close to Rs 130 crore was pumped into the sectors of education, entrepreneurship development, environment and disaster relief.Her mantra for success “Nothing is too difficult. We need to try and give it our best and the results automatically will follow.”She strongly recommends Good to Great a book where author Jim Collins answers questions about how good companies become great.CHITRA RAMAKRISHNA, 46JOINT MANAGING DIRECTORNATIONAL STOCK EXCHANGEBecause she is the Joint Managing Director of the National Stock Exchange. Because she has been a part of the founding committee of NSE and has grown with the institution to hold such a senior position. Because with her playing a key role in the decision making process, the network of NSE has strengthened with offices in 1,500 cities across the country.Honesty is her best policy She believes that the best road to success, personal and professional, is by being honest in whatever one does.No Camera, only action Far from hogging media attention she shies away from it. She believes that her actions will always speak louder than her words.Best moment “Every moment in the past 15 years has been exciting.”MEERA SHANKAR, 59INDIA’S AMBASSADOR TO THE UNITED STATESBecause she is the only woman to be appointed Indian Ambassador to the United States since Vijaylakshmi Pandit. Because she has been deputed to the job to give momentum to the transforming Indo-US ties under a new administration in Washington DC. Because she is the lady-incharge when it comes to negotiating the civil nuke deal, counter-terrorism cooperation and outsourcing with the US.Power Duo She and foreign secretary Nirupama Rao, two of the most powerful diplomats in India, are from the 1973 batch of IAS officers and served as part of the strong female diplomatic contingent under former Ambassador S.S. Ray, in Washington DC from 1991 to 1995.ROHINI IYER, 28OWNERRAINDROP MEDIABecause She runs one of the biggest brand and image management companies for celebrities. Because her client list reads like a who’s who, from Salman Khan, Kareena Kapoor, Akshay Kumar, Katrina Kaif, Saif Ali Khan, Nadiadwala Grandsons, Eros International, Venus to Hari Om Productions. Because she handles everything from press meets to film screenings, outdoor shoots, brand endorsements and building thier brand image.Tuning In Raindrops Keep Falling on my Head was the inspiration behind her company name.MEHER PUDUMJEE, 43CHAIRPERSONTHERMAX LIMITEDBecause After completing her degree in chemical engineering from London, she decided to come back to India and start as a trainee in Thermax Limited, now a Rs 3,000 crore company. Because under her, the company’s global influence is increasing by technology partnerships and business alliances with German organisations and the recent visit of the President of the Federal Republic of Germany, Dr. Horst Koehler to the Thermax Limited’s factory in Chinchwad, Pune.The love for music She is passionate about western classical music and is a part of The Chamber Singers, a Pune-based western classical choir. They meet every Tuesday to practice and hold concerts once or twice a year in Mumbai and Pune.Family first She loves spending time with her husband, Pheroze and her two children. Her family is her biggest safety net, a source of unconditional love.With Inputs by Sumaiya Khan, Gunjeet Sra and Chitra Subramanyamadvertisementadvertisementadvertisement
Cayetano: Senate, Drilon to be blamed for SEA Games mess PBA Women’s 3×3 – April 01, 2016 PLAY LIST 34:34PBA Women’s 3×3 – April 01, 201630:41PBA Women’s 3×3 Tournament – December 09, 201501:33Leo Austria, SMB wary of ‘more experienced’ Hotshots ahead of PBA Finals rematch02:42PH underwater hockey team aims to make waves in SEA Games01:44Philippines marks anniversary of massacre with calls for justice01:19Fire erupts in Barangay Tatalon in Quezon City01:07Trump talks impeachment while meeting NCAA athletes02:49World-class track facilities installed at NCC for SEA Games02:11Trump awards medals to Jon Voight, Alison Krauss DA eyes importing ‘galunggong’ anew Magnolia managed to knot the affair at 62 by the end of the third quarter, all thanks to Ian Sangalang’s showing.But they had no answer for Nambatac, who started to catch fire from deep at the start of the final frame. From thereon, Nambatac and Yap took turns on scoring, snuffing out every ounce of counterattack the Hotshots mounted.“Coming into Game 7, we just have to do the same,” Garcia said of their sudden-death match scheduled this Sunday at MOA Arena in Pasay.“But Magnolia, coming into such situation, have much more experience. We just have to trust each other,” he added.The victory snapped Magnolia’s eight-game streak at Ynares Center, where the Hotshots crowned Governor’s Cup champions last December. Their last loss came in Sept. 17, 2017, in the hands of TNT.ADVERTISEMENT Sports Related Videospowered by AdSparcRead Next James Yap with another reliable performance for Rain or Shine. PBA IMAGESANTIPOLO — Just as their foes were reaching for the dagger in the very arena where they have emerged unscathed and crowned as champions, the Rain or Shine Elasto Painters looked calm and collected, giving themselves a fightback of their own in Game 6 of the PBA Philippine Cup semifinals.The Elasto Painters leaned on the marksmanship of Rey Nambatac and yet another steady performance by James Yap to fend off Magnolia, 91-81, and forge a decider for the last remaining Finals berth, Friday night at Ynares Center here.ADVERTISEMENT Philippine Arena Interchange inaugurated Don’t miss out on the latest news and information. Finals trip nothing new to Beermen, but Fajardo vows they will work just as hard to get title LATEST STORIES View comments Panelo: Duterte ‘angry’ with SEA Games hosting hassles MOST READ Duterte wants probe of SEA Games mess “I just told the players to enjoy this game, to keep it simple and it worked,” said coach Caloy Garcia, whose squad managed to extend the series after falling in three consecutive meetings.“I told them to not think about whatever happens and asked each one of them to play their game and stay relaxed,” he added.FEATURED STORIESSPORTSPrivate companies step in to help SEA Games hostingSPORTSPalace wants Cayetano’s PHISGOC Foundation probed over corruption chargesSPORTSSingapore latest to raise issue on SEA Games food, logisticsAnd it showed.Yap led all of Rain or Shine’s scorers with 16 while Nambatac and Beau Belga tossed in 15 apiece. Jewel Ponferrada added 11 more to preserve their promising start to their semifinal series. Hontiveros presses for security audit of national power grid Rain or Shine could also deny Magnolia a chance to get back at its tormentors in last year’s all-Filipino finals.The scores:RAIN OR SHINE 91 – Nambatac 16, Yap 16, Belga 15, Ponferada 11, Torres 8, Norwood 8, Rosales 7, Ahanmisi 5, Daquioag 2, Mocon 2, Borboran 1.MAGNOLIA 81 – Sangalang 19, Lee 18, Jalalon 14, Herndon 9, Brondial 6, Melton 5, Reavis 4, Barroca 3, Ramos 3, Dela Rosa 0, Pascual 0, Abundo 0.Quarters: 21-17, 41-35, 62-62, 91-81. SEA Games hosting troubles anger Duterte Private companies step in to help SEA Games hosting
Canadian vaping study details danger from ‘popcorn lung’ chemical Becoming his own man “[It] began in October or November last year when we were playing in preseason tournaments because Rhenz was already playing for us during his residency,” the source told the Inquirer on Friday.The source tagged an assistant coach of the school as the one who constantly communicated with Abando.“The coaches just told Rhenz that he can always say no to that assistant coach, but always be polite,” the source said. “It just so happened that the messages didn’t stop.”And as the Tigers take on the Bulldogs, Abando wants the UST community to know where his heart is.“There’s just a misunderstanding regarding the issue, but I never planned on leaving UST,” Abando said.ADVERTISEMENT Rhenz Abando will have a lot of the spotlight on him on Saturday when University of Santo Tomas tackles National University in the UAAP men’s basketball tournament at Ynares Center in hilly Antipolo City.The Tigers are hoping to boost their chances of tabbing the No. 2 spot in the playoff race, but that quest will likely be the sidelight in a game where tension will expectedly be thick in the wake of the poaching issue surrounding Abando.ADVERTISEMENT Matteo Guidicelli had saved up for Sarah G’s ring since 2014? Trending Articles PLAY LIST 00:50Trending Articles00:50Trending Articles00:50Trending Articles02:11Makabayan bloc defends protesting workers, tells Año to ‘shut up’03:07PH billiards team upbeat about gold medal chances in SEA Games01:38‘Bato’ to be ‘most effective’ CHR head? It’s for public to decide – Gascon02:07Aquino to Filipinos: Stand up vs abuses before you suffer De Lima’s ordeal01:28Ex-President Noynoy Aquino admits contracting pneumonia00:45Aquino agrees with Drilon on SEA games ‘kaldero’ spending issue This jewelry designer is also an architect DTI creates Marahuyo, a luxe Filipino fashion brand for global buyers Sports Related Videospowered by AdSparcRead Next PSL’s Sparkle and Shine unveiled
Drilon apologizes to BCDA’s Dizon over false claim on designer of P50-M ‘kaldero’ LATEST STORIES Amid all these, the rookie sensation wants to make one thing clear.“I’m committed to UST and I didn’t say that I will leave,” Abando said in Filipino in an interview with the Inquirer on Friday at UST’s Quadricentennial Pavilion. “I’ve rejected the offers a long time ago.”FEATURED STORIESSPORTSGreatest ever?SPORTSFormer PBA import Anthony Grundy passes away at 40SPORTSSan Miguel suspends Santos, Nabong, Tubid indefinitely after ‘tussle’ in practiceBut even as he reiterated his loyalty to UST, a key team official, speaking on the condition of anonymity, detailed one particular school’s persistent pursuit of Abando.The source said that one of the assistant coaches of that school would constantly talk to Abando and offered him cash worth more than P3 million, a house, a van and “other opportunities.” MOST READ Duterte calls himself, Go, Cayetano ‘the brightest stars’ in PH politics Ethel Booba on SEA Games cauldron: ‘Sulit kung corrupt ang panggatong’ Don’t miss out on the latest news and information. View comments
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Darjeeling: The Gorkha Janmukti Morcha on Tuesday declared the name of party president Binay Tamang as the candidate for the Assembly by-elections in Darjeeling. If Tamang wins, he has been promised the Ministry of Hill Affairs, declared GJM leaders.A central committee meeting was held in Darjeeling on Tuesday, along with the frontal organisations of GJM. Later while talking to media persons, Tshering Dahal, president, Gorkha Janmukti Nari Morcha (GJNM), said: “The meeting unanimously decided on the candidature of Binay Tamang. If he wins he will be given the Ministry of Hill Affairs. In the present political scenario, it is very vital that the Hill maintains a diplomatic relation with the state government.” Also Read – Bengal family worships Muslim girl as Goddess Durga in Kumari PujaThe poll plank of the GJM will be land documents (parja patta), development, minimum wages and employment. “Majority of the people in the Hills do not have land documents. The BJP has launched a conspiracy, whereby they will be implementing the NRC. They are trying to prove us as immigrants of 1950. To counter this, we should have the land documents,” stated Dahal. The GJM has assured that land documents will be handed over by 2020. Other than this, the upgradation of Darjeeling Municipality into a corporation, creation of Sonada and Sukhia Municipality and upgradation of Bijanbari block into a sub division are also on the cards. Also Read – Bengal civic volunteer dies in road mishap on national highwayAt present, Tamang is the chairman, board of administrators, Gorkhaland Territorial Administration. “Under him and Anit Thapa, the development that the Hills have witnessed in the past 17 months, has been phenomenal,” added Dahal. Tamang will be filing his nomination on April 26. Darjeeling will go to polls on May 19 and the results will be declared on May 23. TMC will not take part in the poll fray but will be supporting Tamang. Jan Andolan Party has declared Amar Lama as the party candidate for the Assembly by-election.
A German Catholic leader was forced to apologise Wednesday over comments that sparked indignation among the country’s Muslim community and proponents of a multicultural society.Cologne Archbishop Joachim Meisner, 80, had praised the high birth rate of many Catholics, telling followers: “I always say, one of your families to me makes up for three Muslim families”.Bekir Alboga of the Turkish-Islamic Union Ditib said the comments promote “fear and misunderstanding”, telling broadcaster Deutsche Welle that “we need a bridge-builder, not a polariser.” Many politicians also strongly rejected the comments, among them Sylvia Loehrmann, state education minister of North Rhine-Westphalia where Cologne is located.“Rating the relative value of families and therefore children by origin or religious affiliation not only violates our constitution, it is also anything but Christian,” she said.The archbishop — who has in the past likened abortion to Nazi crimes — later said he regretted having caused “irritation” and that “it was not my intention to offend people of other faiths”.“My choice of words in this case was perhaps unfortunate,” said Meisner, who is expected to retire next month.“I have repeatedly said that Muslim families are setting a good example in our ageing society.”
DRUG DEALING IN Dublin City Centre has once again come into sharp focus. Garda operations are currently in force north (Operation Spire) and south (Operation Pier) of the Liffey clamping down on anti-social behaviour. Indeed, anti-social behaviour and a perception of Dublin’s streets as unsafe are a perennial problem in the capital, with drug use and drug dealing often involved.In this regard, media and public reaction to the Garda operations have largely been positive. However, it is important to recognise that the Gardaí are currently limited in what they can do, since much of the visible drug dealing in Dublin City centre involves benzodiazepines. As the law currently stands, such drugs are exempt from the provisions of section 3 of the Misuse of Drugs Act 1977, which creates the offence of possession. However, this is set to change – a proposed amendment to existing legislation will, among other things, criminalise possession of such drugs. This means that the Gardaí will be better equipped to address city centre dealing.What effect will this new legislation have? There is little doubt that it will impact on the circulation of illicit benzodiazepines. In 2010, the Criminal Justice (Psychoactive Substances) Act was introduced, largely in response to rapidly increasing levels of ‘head shop’ drug use. Many addiction services saw a significant decrease in the use of such substances following the introduction of the legislation.Switching drugsHowever, they did not necessarily see a fall-off in numbers, or in the level of need of those attending. For many people who have significant difficulties with drug use, the unavailability of their primary drug of choice will simply result in them switching to a different drug. In fact, many people began using head shop drugs in the first instance because of a drop in heroin supply. Once head shop drugs were restricted via the legislation, and heroin increasingly became available again, there was a shift away from head shop drugs back to the more traditional substances of choice – notably heroin and benzodiazepines.The point is that for many chronically-addicted people, controlling (or eliminating) the supply of a certain drug does not necessarily result in them quitting drugs – it restricts the use of that drug. In any event, poly-drug use is widespread among people who use drugs, and many people who access addiction services use both heroin and benzodiazepines. Of particular interest in this regard is the reported bumper crop of opium in Afghanistan. According to the UNODC, opium production in Afghanistan rose by 49 per cent in 2013, meaning that there is more raw material for the production of heroin available. Further, it has generally been the case that increased Afghan production of opium translates into a corresponding increase in the availability of heroin on the illicit market throughout Europe.If the enactment of legislation to increase controls on benzodiazepines coincides with increased heroin availability in Ireland, the natural result may be fewer benzodiazepines and more heroin on the illicit market. This could be problematic. As a general rule in the city centre, heroin is injected and benzodiazepines are swallowed. An increase in heroin use will thus likely lead to an increase in the frequency of injecting behaviours, with all that that brings (unsafe disposal of injecting equipment, blood borne virus transmission, greater risk of overdose, etc). Simply put, this would mean increased risks for everyone.Addressing the fundamental causesSo, while legislation may change the landscape, it isn’t a complete solution. Criminal justice measures are often costly to implement and carry to their conclusion (it cost €65,000 on average to imprison one person for one year in 2012); and such measures don’t always (and aren’t designed to) address the fundamental causes of problematic behaviour related to drug use. There is a widespread acceptance that drug use is primarily a health issue. As the UNODC noted in its 2013 World Drug Report:Countering the drug problem in full compliance with human rights standards requires an emphasis on the underlying spirit of the existing drug conventions, which is about health. Advocacy for a stronger health perspective and an interconnected re-balancing of drug control efforts must take place.This is as true for local responses as it is for international responses. If we are to put in place meaningful solutions to the issue of drug use in Dublin, we need to do more than increasing the powers and workload of the Gardaí. Such an approach can shift the location and visibility of drug related anti-social behaviour, but does not address its root causes. It is time to acknowledge that drug and alcohol use is a part of modern society – it is a public health issue to be managed, and there are limited returns to be achieved from criminal justice responses.There will always be people who struggle with substance use; we can’t eliminate that. While prohibitive and restrictive approaches limit access to substances which might otherwise be abused and cause harm to the wider population, they can also serve to maximise the harm to a smaller cohort – the chronically addicted. This relatively small group of people require a different approach. Many have co-morbid issues, such as homelessness and/or mental health difficulties. We need to be able to provide support at every opportunity so that when people facing these difficulties are ready to make a positive change in their lives they have that opportunity.To this end, the most lasting solution to Dublin’s issues is to provide people with easily accessible treatment at critical moments when their motivation is high. It is important that we progress innovative initiatives like Medically Supervised Injecting Centres, where people can inject drugs in a safe environment, and Crisis Residential Units, providing medical stabilisation which is needs-based and accessible on demand. Such evidence-based services are common in other European cities, and if introduced here they would help to address the issues of drug related anti-social behaviour in Dublin City centre.Tony Duffin is the Director of the Ana Liffey Drug Project, a national addiction service working to reduce the harm caused by drug use in Ireland. Ana Liffey provided direct services to over 3,500 clients in 2012, many of whom are among the most marginalised from mainstream service provision. To find out more about the Ana Liffey’s services click here. To donate to the Ana Liffey, click here.Follow the Ana Liffey Drug Project on Facebook or Twitter.Read: Gardaí seize more heroin than any other drug on O’Connell Street
WEDDING RINGS, POWER tools and many, many smartphones are among the items Gardaí are trying to return to the rightful owners.If you’ve had an item stolen recently (or you lost something and you’re a bit embarrassed about it), constantly scanning eBay is not the only way to see where it ended up.In particular, Gardaí in Cork city have launched a new appeal for members of the public to claim their jewellery, purses and sweet, sweet fixie bikes.Are these your shoes? Source: An Garda Síochána via FlickrThe newest batch of lost and stolen stuff in the People’s Republic of Cork was announced yesterday on the Garda Facebook page.If you misplaced something in the area recently, and you’d quite like it back, check out this list of photos, and follow the instructions to come in and claim your prized possession.Last month, Gardaí made a special appeal for the owners of €100,000 worth of art to come forward.The paintings and antiques were seized from a house in West Dublin recently, and include works by the likes of Robert Ballagh and William Ashford.Is this yours? Call Pearse St Garda station on 01-666-9012 if you think it is. Source: An Garda Síochána via FlickrFor everything else – phones, rings, a big box of screws and nails – have a look through this list of photos from around the country, to see if your stuff is available.And if you happen to have lost your lovingly polished trumpet and very, very fancy velvet case – Gardaí at Shankill might just have it for you. Source: An Garda Síochána via FlickrRead: Gardaí find stolen art from the 1980s but aren’t sure where it’s from>
Facebook Twitter: @NeosKosmos Instagram Senator Arthur Sinodinos delivered his maiden speech in parliament last week and took the opportunity to praise his former boss John Howard. One of the architects of the workplace relations policy that became WorkChoices under PM Howard, the Senator told a packed upper house (including Mr Howard in the front row of the public gallery), that a mistake had been made in WorkChoices when the award safety net had been stripped back.“The truth is we failed to prepare the ground for such a major reform,” said Senator Sinodinos.” Some employers abused that freedom.” John Howard’s 2007 election defeat was partly blamed on the WorkChoices policy. Mr Howard was reported to have flinched as the Senator’s mea culpa on WorkChoices began. Mr Sinodinos was often lauded as “the real deputy PM” in the Howard administration. In his speech he described John Howard as “a fighter, someone who was prepared to take the knocks for what he believed, pick himself up and have another go. “Observing John Howard convinced me that politics is not worth a candle unless you are fighting for something.”Reflecting on the Gillard government’s recent victories, Sinodinos said the Labor Government’s carbon tax was a “giant churn of taxpayer’s money,” that in the absence of international action, “will only harm Australian industry and send greenhouse emissions offshore.” Senator Sinodinos was also critical of the Government’s mining tax, saying it should be “put on hold to avoid a double whammy on the resources sector.” Paying tribute to his heritage, he shared his views on population targets, saying a bigger Australia was needed to meet future economic challenges. “Mr President, I’m not a Polyanna, I do not doubt that a bigger Australia poses environmental, planning, infrastructure and other challenges, but a richer economy is also better equipped to deal with such matters,” he said. “For me the social dividend in particular of a big Australia is more jobs, jobs and jobs. This is the best income redistribution known to man. “I am proud of my Greek heritage, which is the basis of Western civilisation,” said the Senator to the gallery’s amusement, “and you should still be paying for it, and you will.” With his wife Elizabeth present, the Senator thanked her for her love and support. “She’s tougher, smarter and more discerning in her judgments than I am,” he said. “To my children Dion and Isobella, I hope you will forgive my absences and in coming years learn that serving others is a noble cause,” he said. Senator Sinodinos was John Howard’s chief of staff from 1997 to 2006. In 2008 he was recognised for his contribution to public service with an Order of Australia.
Langage : joindre le geste à la parole pour mieux se faire comprendrePays-Bas – Les Dr Özyürek et Maris de l’université de Nijmegen ont découvert que l’association du geste au discours permettait une meilleure compréhension du langage verbal.Les chercheurs ont demandé à des volontaires de regarder de courtes vidéos présentant des actions de la vie quotidienne, comme couper des légumes ou faire la vaisselle. Puis d’autres vidéos avec mots et gestes. Pour certains essais, le langage correspondait aux gestes, dans d’autres pas. Ensuite les volontaires devaient indiquer si le discours et les gestes étaient liés à la vidéo initiale qu’ils avaient regardée.À lire aussiJournée mondiale du lavage des mains : à quoi ça sert ?Les volontaires se sont révélés plus rapides et plus exacts quand le geste correspondait au mot parlé. Ils ont aussi obtenu de bons résultats quand les chercheurs leur demandaient de ne prêter attention qu’à la parole et pas au geste. Ces résultats suggèrent que lorsque le geste et la parole véhiculent la même information, ils sont plus faciles à comprendre que quand ils transmettent des informations différentes.Cette découverte, pour les chercheurs, trouve ses implications dans de nombreuses situations quotidiennes de communication, comme l’enseignement, les discours politiques, les publicités, les situations d’urgence. Les chercheurs concluent que la meilleure façon de se faire comprendre pour les orateurs est de coordonner ce qu’ils disent avec des mots avec ce qu’ils font avec leurs mains.Le 17 janvier 2010 à 15:01 • Emmanuel Perrin
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