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New Zealand suicide rate decreases
Author: Admin     01 24th, 2022 in Uncategorized     No Comments »

Tuesday, August 1, 2006

A new report released by the New Zealand Ministry of Health titled “Suicide Trends” shows that the suicide rate in New Zealand has decreased 15% since its peak in the late 1990’s, but the attempted suicide rate is increasing.

There were 12 deaths per 100,000 people between 1983-’85. 16.7 deaths per 100,000 people between 1996-’98. And 14.2 deaths per 100,000 people between 2001-’03. But there were 73.1 attempted suicides per 100,000 people between 1995-’97 compared to 82.5 in 2002-’04.

Jim Anderton, Associate Health Minister, said “It provides some comfort to see the long-term trend still appears to be heading in the right direction, with a continued decline or levelling off of self-inflicted deaths but there is no room for complacency.”

The suicide report also shows that:

  • The 25- to 34-year-old age group has the highest suicide rate
  • Between 2000-’03 Maori has the highest suicide rate
  • Men were less likely than woman to go to hospital for attempted suicide because more men died from suicide.

The New Zealand Government has put NZ$10.3 million towards direct suicide prevention. New Zealand News agencies are banned by law from reporting suicide deaths.

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Las Vegas Day Trips Picking Between Grand Canyon Skywalk And The South Rim

Author: Admin     01 23rd, 2022 in Online Gambling     No Comments »

By Kelly Kirbee

Picking out whether to visit the Skywalk or Grand Canyon National Park while staying in Las Vegas? That’s a tough one. Both attractions are worth the trip. However, there are a few logistical and budgetary differences between the two that can help solve the dilemma for you.

HOW MUCH TIME DOES IT TAKE?

This is a big issue for a lot of people. It takes a bus 2.5 hours to reach Grand Canyon West and 5.5 hours to reach the South Rim. It takes a helicopter 45 minutes and an airplane 25 minutes to reach the West Rim, respectively. It takes an airplane 45 minutes to fly to the South Rim; there are no direct helicopter flights. Be ready to spend a full day on trips to the West Rim. South Rim airplane trips need a full day, too, while bus tours average about 15 hours.

HOW FAR IS IT?

The one-way driving distance from Las Vegas to the West Rim is 128 miles and 279 miles to the South Rim. Both are relatively long trips. Fortunately, today’s motor coach has all the amenities, including plush seats and a clean bathroom. There are also a number of stops where you can stretch your legs (including Hoover Dam).

WHAT’S THERE TO DO?

Each rim has distinct things to do. The West Rim is famous for its man-made attractions while the South Rim is praised for its incredible natural beauty. Additionally, while there are visitor facilities at the West Rim, the ones at South Rim are more developed. Here’s a breakdown:

South Rim:

View Points

This area of the Canyon is loaded with fantastic viewing spots. The most famous are Mather Point, Yavapai Observation Station, Yaki Point, Hermit’s Rest and more. All can be reached via the Park’s excellent free shuttle bus system.

Restaurants

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Dining opportunities vary from casual to highbrow laid-back. The largest, heartiest portions are served at the Bright Angel Restaurant. For cafeteria-style, head to Maswick Lodge. Or polish up your shoes and enjoy a sumptuous dinner in the El Tovar dining room. If you are looking for a quick bite, try the snack bar behind the Lodge. There’s a full-sized supermarket near Mather Campground.

Souvenir Shopping

This is a South Rim “must-do.” For Native American handicrafts, it’s the Hopi House. Go to Verkamp’s or Kolb Studio for books, DVDs, and maps. The gift shop within the Bright Angel Lodge is the place for t-shirts, water bottles, key chains, and postcards.

West Rim (Grand Canyon Skywalk):

Skywalk

The Glass Bridge is now Las Vegas’ hottest “off-Strip” attraction. Since opening to the public in 2007, more than one million people have experienced the Bridge. It’s a fantastic structure: Manufactured from special glass, it extends 70 feet over the Canyon, wherein you are suspended 4,000 feet above the Colorado River.

Hualapai Ranch

This is truly a special place. It features a Wild West town where gunfights are staged. Other cowboy “games” include axe and hay bale throwing. You get saddle up and go horseback riding or participate in a cattle drive. Overnight lodging is available.

Lookouts

Eagle Point is the main lookout for the West Rim. Spectacular views are to be had. Be warned – There’s no guardrail. The region includes an Indian village and outdoor amphitheater for talks on local culture, flora, and fauna.

Gift Shops/Food

Grand Canyon West is a relatively new development of the Hualapai Indian Tribe. The complex that services the Skywalk is the hub of activity and includes a gift shop (this is where you pick up your Skywalk souvenir photos) and snack bar. The Tribe’s future plans for the area include hotels and restaurants.

WEATHER

The South Rim, elevation 7,000 feet, is 1,500 feet higher than the West Rim, so expect cooler temperatures. Other than that, both areas are subject to extreme weather. Here’s a quick look at annual temperatures for both rims:

South Rim

Elevation is 7,000 feet

Jan. – March

Average high temperature: 45 degrees. Average low: 21 degrees.

April – June

Average high temperature: 69 degrees. Average low: 39 degrees.

July – Sept.:

Average high temperature: 82 degrees. Average low: 52 degrees.

Oct. – Dec.:

Average high temperature: 52 degrees. Average low: 27 degrees.

West Rim/Skywalk

Elevation is 4,700 feet.

Jan. – March

Average high temperature: 70 degrees. Average low: 43 degrees.

April – June

Average high temperature: 96 degrees. Average low: 65 degrees.

July – Sept.:

Average high temperature: 105 degrees. Average low: 76 degrees.

Oct. – Dec.

Average high temperature: 76 degrees. Average low: 46 degrees.

WHAT TO WEAR & BRING

Warm layers in the winter and wind-resistant, cool clothing in the summer. Expect winter snow at the South Rim and wear pants, shoes and a jacket (it’s not uncommon to see people in shorts!). During the summer, always bring a water bottle and plenty of sunscreen.

PRICE

Remarkably, tour prices to the rims are similar. West rim bus tours start under $100 and South Rim tours around $80. Helicopter tours to the Skywalk start at $200. West Rim airplane tours start at $105 and South Rim ones at $190 (this particular tour is a total bargain). Try to purchase an all-inclusive tour that includes Skywalk admission, which, if bought separately, will run you $29.95 per person.

WRAP UP

The Rims of the Grand Canyon are wondrous places. It would be great if there was a Las Vegas-Grand Canyon tour that did both but there isn’t (if there were, it would be a two-day trip). However, the Rims are different enough in terms of tour time, price, and attractions that you can find the trip that’s right for you.

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Getting even with the law: Wikinews interviews New York City’s ‘Jimmy Justice’
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Getting even with the law: Wikinews interviews New York City’s ‘Jimmy Justice’
Author: Admin     01 22nd, 2022 in Uncategorized     No Comments »

Tuesday, April 22, 2008

“What bothers me is watching an officer write someone a summons and then commit the exact same violation with their official vehicle.

A civilian known as ‘Jimmy Justice’ who resides in New York City (NYC), New York, the largest city in the United States, has been videotaping NYC police officers and city workers, breaking the law while on the job.

Since 2007, he claims to have caught “hundreds of officers and other city employees violating the law,” and says he has them all on camera. He has posted his best confrontations with them to the video sharing website YouTube. As a result, Justice states that he has been asked to do a United States television show and Wikinews got an exclusive interview with him. For protection, Justice wished not to be called by his real name in fear of police retaliation.

Last year, Justice videotaped a police officer parking in front of a fire hydrant, but has only recently gained attention on social networking news sites such as Digg and reddit.com. So Wikinews contacted Mr. Justice, known as JimmyJustice4753 on YouTube, for an exclusive interview to find out what caused him to get revenge on the law.

On June 30, 2007, Justice caught officer E. Anderson of the NYPD, traffic division, parking directly in front of a fire hydrant while she went inside a restaurant to take a 15 minute lunch break.

“Do you think there is something wrong with parking a vehicle, blocking a fire hydrant,?” says Justice while following Anderson to her car after her meal.

“Mrs. Anderson I’m talking to you,” says Justice as Anderson ignores him. “You parked your vehicle blocking a fire hydrant. You are not allowed to do that. Somebody else would get a ticket for that. Why are you allowed to do it? You should be ashamed of yourself Mrs. Anderson.”

By this time, the incident has gained the interest of people nearby the scene and passing it. One unidentified woman, who claims to be a retired NYC police officer decides to intervene stating that people “are not supposed to film any police, [or] anybody employed with the police department because of the terrorism.” A short time later the woman walked off camera.

Since 2007 Justice says he has caught “hundreds of law enforcement officers and city officials” on “over 30 hours of video” violating laws from illegal U-turns in business districts to blocking bus stops and fire hydrants. Justice has only uploaded the “most colorful ones to YouTube” and recently, on April 8, 2008, Justice videotaped a NYPD tow truck officer blocking a hydrant while he also ate lunch inside a restaurant. According to NYC law, it is illegal for any vehicle to park within 15 feet of a fire hydrant and to park in front of a bus stop. It is also illegal for any person to make a U-turn in a business district. Fines for these violations can cost a driver up to US$115.00 for each violation occurred.

When Wikinews asked Justice why he decided to start filming the violations made by officials he answered, “what bothers me is watching an officer write someone a summons and then commit the exact same violation with their official vehicle. I started making these videos to remind the officers (and complacent civilians) that City employees have to abide by the same laws that they are paid to enforce. I plan on doing this and inspiring others to do this as well as a means of leveling the playing field against discourteous officers.”

“In NYC, the traffic cops are notorious for their draconian indiscretion in handing out summonses to civilians for petty violations. Obviously the laws are not enforced as a matter of public safety, but rather to raise revenue,” added Justice.

Justice makes little effort to get the violations on videotape saying “all I have to do to catch them is open my eyes.”

“The problem with abuse of authority is rampant in New York City. I take my video camera with me on the way to work and on the way to social events and band rehearsals and when I see action it takes me less than 4 seconds to have the camera out and in record mode,” states Justice.

His videos have drawn the attention of media and he has been featured on ABC’s ‘I-caught videos’ and Inside Edition. Justice also states that the popularity of his videos have gotten the attention producers in Hollywood, California and as a result, there are plans for a television show.

Since Justice began getting even with officials and their violations, he states that there has been a positive change in the communities.

“The publicity my videos have received has effected positive change in the community, but we still have a long road ahead of us,” added Justice.

As a result of his videos, at the time the NYPD launched an investigation into the violations, but it is not known if any officers were charged or punished. Justice himself has never been arrested, but has been assaulted.

“I have never been arrested for this yet but they have threatened me with arrest. I have been spit on, cursed at, assaulted, and I had 2 cameras broken already,” added Justice.

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British government apologises for suggesting the Pope could create a brand of “Benedict” condoms
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British government apologises for suggesting the Pope could create a brand of “Benedict” condoms
Author: Admin     01 22nd, 2022 in Uncategorized     No Comments »

Sunday, April 25, 2010

The British foreign office has apologised, after a leaked memo about a visit by Pope Benedict XVI suggested that he might launch a “Benedict” brand of condoms, bless a gay marriage, and open an abortion clinic during a papal visit to the UK.

The memo followed a brainstorming session, where members of the Papal Visit Team came up with ideas for the first papal visit to Britain in 28 years, and was sent to senior civil servants via email on the 5th of March, with the title “Policy planning ahead of the Pope’s visit”. Attached files included an “ideal visit list”, and said “Please protect; these should not be shared externally.” However, the memo was leaked, and published in the Sunday Telegraph newspaper.

The ministry apologised, saying that it was “ill-judged, naive and disrespectful,” and that the responsible member of staff had been transferred to other duties.

Other suggestions were that the pope should change policy to allow female bishops, sponsor AIDS clinics, “spend night in council flat in Bradford” and “do forward rolls with children to promote healthy living.” A further idea was to change the national anthem to a charity song “God Save the World”, performed as a duet by Queen Elizabeth II and the pope.

It also said that the Pope should acknowledge clerical sex abuse scandals; British-papal relationships are strained, following the recent resignation of an Irish bishop and other allegations of Catholic Church child sex-abuse. The pope has been criticised for not taking a firm stance. In March 2010, the Pope sent a letter to Irish Catholics, expressing sorrow for the sexual abuse by Catholic priests to minors, and promising reform.

The four-day papal visit to England and Scotland is scheduled to take place in September 2010, but a “highly-placed source in the Vatican” said, “It’s even possible the trip could be cancelled as this matter is hugely offensive.”

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New Zealand airlines relax knife regulations
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New Zealand airlines relax knife regulations
Author: Admin     01 21st, 2022 in Uncategorized     No Comments »

Saturday, October 1, 2005

New Zealand has relaxed the safety rules imposed on internal airlines in 2002, once more allowing passengers to carry pocket knives with blades less than 60mm long and knitting needles.

Other larger items remain banned, including ice-skates, pool cues, hockey sticks, skateboards, cricket bats and harpoons.

Other countries more at risk from terrorism such as the United States of America and Australia will maintain their stricter rules and continue to ban a range of small, sharp objects from their internal flights.

The airlines have also agreed to help return items seized from passengers before boarding.

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Paper Shredding Services Helps Businesses Secure Their Confidential Waste

Author: Admin     01 20th, 2022 in Property Investment     No Comments »

By Adrianna Noton

Recently, there has been a great increase in the risk of identity theft and fraud. Businesses store information about customers, employees, finances, business operations, and product details. These are sensitive documents that most businesses have readily available. Every level of government has passed privacy legislation to protect individuals and corporations. Records management protocols have become a vital part of any business. Document shredding services can help your business create and develop a confidential waste practice, counsel your company which records to keep and for how long, how to keep them secure, and when to destroy them. Professional paper shredding services are up to date regarding federal, state and local regulations, and will make certain that your business meets compliancy standards.

Confidential waste services provide the tools needed to secure those sensitive documents, ensuring that confidential information will remain confidential. When a business needs the reassurance that its information is secure, it can call on a paper shredding professional to perform a needs assessment, and provide mobile, off-site or one-time shredding services. Additionally, there is some paper shredding services offering individuals and small businesses a secure drop-off location for personal records to be shredded.

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With confidential waste services, a locked bin is provided to collect papers to be shredded. These bins are placed around the client’s location in key areas. A mobile shredding vehicle will arrive at the business as scheduled, and the papers are shredded on-site. Screened and insured shredding professionals safely handle the documents during the entire paper shredding process. If a company prefers, shredding can be done with company staff present to supervise via CCTV. A dated report called a Certificate of Document Destruction is provided confirming the destruction of the material, providing proof of compliance with regulations, as well as protection against possible future fraud.

Because there is not a secure path from the recycling bin to the recycling depot, recycling sensitive documents does not satisfy government regulations for privacy and confidentiality. Paper shredding services helps the environment by recycling the shreds that are produced in the process, providing compliance and security at the same time. Many businesses do shredding in-house. Office paper shredders may be convenient, but they are not secure. Documents are vulnerable while waiting to be shredded. A professional paper shredding service actually saves a company costs. It takes an employee about five hours to shred fifty pounds of paper.

Cleaning and maintaining an office shredder takes staff a lot of time which costs businesses money, as does removing staples and paper clips, as well as manually feeding the papers into the shredder. Paper shredding services eliminate that task, leaving staff time for more productive activity. While most information is generated electronically today, much of that information is printed out and filed. Paper shredding services are an efficient and secure solution to the growing piles of confidential and sensitive information that every business gathers. Paper shredding services are essential in today’s business world as it helps businesses of all sizes secure their confidential waste.

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South Australia enters week-long lockdown to contain COVID-19 Delta variant spread
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South Australia enters week-long lockdown to contain COVID-19 Delta variant spread
Author: Admin     01 19th, 2022 in Uncategorized     No Comments »

Friday, July 23, 2021

With five active cases of the Delta variant of COVID-19, South Australia begun a one-week lockdown on Monday. Announcing the lockdown, state Premier Steven Marshall declared “we have no alternative but to impose some fairly heavy and immediate restrictions”.

The first case out of South Australia’s active cases was presented to Modbury Hospital on Sunday night, having returned from Argentina earlier this month. The fifth, which Premier Marshall noted as “far more worrying”, visited The Greek on Halifax restaurant at the same time as someone who was later confirmed to be carrying the virus. Chief Public Health Officer for the state Nicola Spurrier said “if anyone has been at The Greek on Halifax they need to get into quarantine and get tested”.

In accordance with new regulations, there are only five reasons for South Australians to leave home: essential work, shopping for essential goods such as food, exercise, but only with people from the same household and within 2.5 kilometers (2 mi) of home, medical reasons (which includes testing and vaccination against the coronavirus, but excludes elective and cosmetic surgery), and caregiving.

Schools have closed for all but children of essential workers, with online learning having begun on Thursday. Face masks are also be mandated for those who leave home. ABC News reported that “support for businesses is expected to be announced…”, with all non-essential retail required to close under the new regulations.

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Canada’s St. Paul’s West (Ward 21) city council candidates speak
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Canada’s St. Paul’s West (Ward 21) city council candidates speak
Author: Admin     01 19th, 2022 in Uncategorized     No Comments »

Friday, November 3, 2006

On November 13, Torontonians will be heading to the polls to vote for their ward’s councillor and for mayor. Among Toronto’s ridings is St. Paul’s West (Ward 21). One candidate responded to Wikinews’ requests for an interview. This ward’s candidates include John Adams, Tony Corpuz, Joe Mihevc (incumbent), and John Sewell.

For more information on the election, read Toronto municipal election, 2006.

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Indian Ocean tsunami, one year after
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Indian Ocean tsunami, one year after
Author: Admin     01 19th, 2022 in Uncategorized     No Comments »

Monday, December 26, 2005One year on from the Indian Ocean tsunami, the world’s grief and compassion returned to the tsunami-battered coastlines of the Indian Ocean, where at least 216 000 people lost their lives. Under a clear sky and before a gentle sea, the world commemorated those lost their lives, in one of the worst natural disasters that the modern world has experienced.

Since the Indian Ocean tsunami, patchy progress has been made on the return to a normal life for those who lived through the experience. Efforts to implement a warning system similar to that coordinated by the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center in Hawaii have past a number of significant milestones. Tourist resorts in many places have been rebuilt, and many visiting them at this time do so as a form of remembrance. Yet still there remain those who may never recover from the tragic events of one year ago. Some $13 billion was pledged to relief and recovery efforts, of which 75 percent has already been secured.

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Ventura Web Design Always On The Front Foot With Reliable Services

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Ventura Web Design – Always On The Front Foot With Reliable Services

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