New Tustumena design ready
Design for the Tusutmena replacement vessel. (Department of Transportation image)The State Department of Transportation has a design for the ship that will replace the Ferry Tustumena. The Tustumena has served communities in South Central and Southwest Alaska for a little more than 50 years. The ferry’s home port is in Homer and it regularly travels to 13 ports between Homer and Unalaska.DOT Deputy Commissioner Mike Neussl says the new design focuses on two key issues. First: to make the new ferry carry as many people and vehicles as possible. The second goal was to make it small enough and shallow enough to use all the docks and shore side infrastructure used by the Tustumena right now.“Both of those design criteria were put in. The design is complete but the process going forward is to get that design into construction, build a vessel, put it into service and replace the existing Tustumena on its runs with a new more capable vessel,” said Neussl.Neussl isn’t sure when construction will start on the new ferry or how long it will take. He says a vessel of that size typically takes at least two or three years to build. He says it depends on contract terms with the shipyard doing the work.“As a comparator, the Alaska Class Ferries being built out in Ketchikan….the construction period was intentionally lengthened to drive the cost of those ferries down. Instead of having three ship builders working around the clock to try and build it as fast as possible, you work on it at a slower pace,” explained Neusll.Neussl says none of those decisions have been made for the Tustumena and the construction contract has not been opened up for bidding.He says the new ship is estimated to cost around $237 million and between 90% and 91% of that money is expected to come from the federal government through Alaska’s Statewide Transportation Improvement Plan or STIP.“That is the mechanism by which all projects compete for those federal funding dollars from the Surface Transportation Act [Surface Transportation Reauthorization and Reform Act of 2015]. That provides millions of dollars for the State of Alaska for federal aid projects. Highway projects, marine highway projects [and] dock replacement projects…,” said Neusll.The rest of the money would come from the state. He says the vessel is listed among the projects seeking STIP funding but it’s listed in fiscal year 2019.“Which is quite a ways down the road. Our job now is to pull that forward through the amendment process to get it funded through that process and out for construction….hopefully sooner rather than later. That’s where the project currently stands,” said Neusll.Neussl says once the new ferry is built the old Tustumena will be sold to either continue sailing under a new owner or it will be used for scrap.
Sohagi Jahan TonuThe DNA report on the suspected killers of Sohagi Jahan Tonu, who was killed in Cumilla more than two years ago, will be disclosed next week, police said.Investigation officer of the case Jalal Uddin Ahmed, said police re-interrogated many suspects for the sake of the case and the DNA report of some suspected accused will be found in the next week.Tonu, a second-year history student at CVC and active member of Victoria College Theatre, also worked part-time as a private tutor, was found dead in the Cumilla Mainamati Cantonment on 20 March 2016 after she failed to return home from one of her private tuition classes.Her murder sparked a huge public outcry and people from home and abroad demanded justice.Although twenty seven months have passed since the murder of Tonu, the investigation into the gruesome killing continues to languish without any progress.Family members and locals expressed their anger and frustration as police have even failed to name any suspect.Physicians at the forensic department of Cumilla Medical College Hospital conducted two autopsies on her body but their reports failed to mention any clear cause of death.In May 2016, the CID — which was handed the case previous month — revealed that bodily fluids (semen) of three individuals had been found on Tonu’s clothes – but the public has been kept in the dark regarding any tests the agency might have done to match the DNA samples found in the clothing with any suspect.CID officials last conducted a daylong interrogation of Tonu’s father Yaar Hossain, mother Anwara Begum, cousin Laizu and brother Mizan at the CID office in Dhaka on last 22 November 2017.According to the family, it was all just about repeating old information, and they learnt nothing new.Some weeks prior to that, on 25-27 October, CID apparently interrogated three individuals “suspected by Tonu’s mother” inside the Dhaka Cantonment.However, Tonu’s mother asked the CID to interrogate Zahid and his wife in the murder case as Tonu had been found dead while heading to Zahid’s residence for giving tuition on that day.She also claimed that the name of killers will be found after the interrogation
Shaheed-e-Azam Society organized an event on Saturday to commemorate Shaheed Bhagat Singh’s 107th birth anniversary. The event which was organized at the Mavlankar Auditorium displayed a photo-cum-biographical exhibition on more than 100 martyrs. The exhibition was dedicated to both the well known and unsung heroes whose sacrifice is not yet forgotten. Some of them included Sohanlal Pathak from Punjab, Baikunth Shukla from Uttar Pradesh, Kunwar Singh from Bihar, Kanaklata from Assam, Sitaman Raju from Andhra Pradesh, Amirchand from Delhi.During the event, a 40-minute documentary named Inqilab based on the life of Bhagat singh and his comrades was also screened. The documentary was produced by the Nehru Memorial Museum and Library. Family members of the martyrs also shared their views with the people during the event.
The developers and the authorities, that look after the whole affair including construction activities and delivery of projects, have decided to address the issue of most of the projects whose possessions have been scheduled after December, 2015. Notably, delivery of nearly five lakh flats of over 250 projects are round the corner but the realty sector has been facing the apathy of investors and buyers due to delays in project delivery, oversupply and lack of infrastructure. Also Read – Company director arrested for swindling Rs 345 croreAs per the report, all three authorities — NOIDA, Greater NOIDA and YEIDA have asked the builders to ensure possession of flats to the buyers within one or two years. They have also been asked to ‘decode recession’ by finding out reasons, fixing responsibilities and getting solutions to the ongoing crisis that has led to the decline of property rates up to 15 
News | Radiation Therapy | August 02, 2019 Varian Showcases Cancer Care Systems and Software at AAPM 2019 Varian showcased systems and software from its cancer care portfolio, including the Identify Guidance System, at the… read more News | Proton Therapy | August 06, 2019 IBA Signs Contract to Install Proton Therapy Center in Kansas IBA (Ion Beam Applications S.A.) recently signed a contract and received the first payment for a Proteus One solution… read more Radiation oncology benefit management companies (ROBMs) required 85 percent of radiation oncologists to generate multiple treatment plans, which require physicians and medical physicists to spend several hours developing alternatives to their recommended course of treatment; Unnecessary Delay Tactics Nearly two-thirds of radiation oncologists (62 percent) said most denials they receive from prior authorization review are overturned on appeal; More than 4 in 10 radiation oncologists (44 percent) needed prior authorization for at least half of their treatment recommendations. An additional third (37 percent) needed it for at least a quarter of their cases; More than 4 in 10 respondents (44 percent) said their peer reviews typically are not conducted by a licensed radiation oncologist. Related Content News | Patient Positioning Radiation Therapy | August 15, 2019 Mevion and C-RAD Release Integration for Improved Proton Therapy Treatment Quality Mevion Medical Systems and C-RAD announced the integration between the C-RAD Catalyst PT and the Mevion S250i proton… read more Many radiation oncologists (63 percent) had to hire additional staff in the last year to manage the prior authorization process. Radiation oncologists in private practice are almost twice as likely to spend more than 10 percent of their day focused on prior authorization, compared to physicians at academic centers (23 percent vs. 13 percent, p=0.003) Disproportionate Impact on Patients at Community-Based Clinics Patients treated at community-based, private practices experience longer delays than those seen at academic centers. For example, average treatment delays lasting longer than a week were reported by 34 percent of private practitioners vs. 28 percent of academic physicians (p=0.005); News | Patient Positioning Radiation Therapy | August 07, 2019 Qfix kVue One Proton Couch Top Validated by Mevion Medical Systems Qfix and Mevion Medical Systems announced that a special version of the kVue One Proton couch top is now both validated… read more News | Proton Therapy | August 08, 2019 MD Anderson to Expand Proton Therapy Center The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center unveiled plans to expand its Proton Therapy Center during a… read more News | Brachytherapy Systems | August 14, 2019 Efficacy of Isoray’s Cesium Blu Showcased in Recent Studies August 14, 2019 — Isoray announced a trio of studies recently reported at scientific meetings and published in medica read more Feature | August 05, 2019 | Dave Fornell, Editor Most Popular Radiology and Radiotherapy Topics in July 2019 August 5, 2019 — Here is the list of the most popular content on the Imaging Technology New (ITN) magazine website fr read more “This survey makes clear that restrictive prior authorization practices can cause unnecessary, stressful and potentially life-threatening delays for cancer patients,” said Paul Harari, M.D., FASTRO, chair of the ASTRO board of directors and professor and chairman of human oncology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. “While the system may have been designed as a path to streamline and strengthen healthcare, it is in fact frequently harmful to patients receiving radiation therapy. In its current form, prior authorization causes immense anxiety and wastes precious time for cancer patients.”“Radiation oncology and cancer patients have been particularly hard hit by prior authorization’s unnecessary burden and interference in care decisions,” said Vivek Kavadi, M.D., vice chair of ASTRO’s Payer Relations Subcommittee and a radiation oncologist at Texas Oncology. “Radiation oncologists increasingly are restricted from exercising our clinical judgment in what is in the best interest of the patient, yet we are held accountable for the outcomes of treatments where decisions have been taken out of our hands.”In the 2018 annual ASTRO member survey, radiation oncologists named prior authorization as the greatest challenge facing the field. The burden was especially prominent among private practitioners in community-based settings, where the majority of cancer patients receive care.An online survey was sent by email to all 3,882 U.S.-based, practicing radiation oncologists in ASTRO’s member database, and 620 physicians completed the survey online. Invitations were sent in December 2018, with one email reminder in January 2019, and the survey closed in February 2019. ASTRO staff also administered paper surveys at the ASTRO Annual Meeting in October 2018 and collected 53 responses. Findings reflect the combined total of 673 radiation oncologist responses.The findings from ASTRO’s new physician survey align with recent reports from the American Medical Association (AMA), American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) and others, demonstrating the pervasiveness of prior authorization obstacles throughout the American healthcare system.ASTRO recently signed onto a letter with the AMA and other medical societies calling for the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to require Medicare Advantage plans to align their prior authorization requirements with a Consensus Statement on Improving the Prior Authorization Process authored jointly by leading provider and payer organizations.Read the executive summary of the ASTRO surveyFor more information: www.astro.org FacebookTwitterLinkedInPrint分享 Wasting Physician Time Nearly one in five radiation oncologists (17 percent) said they lose more than 10 percent of time that they could be caring for their patients focused instead on dealing with prior authorization issues. An additional 39 percent spend 5-10 percent of their average workday on prior authorization; Catalyst PT image courtesy of C-RAD More than 3 in 10 radiation oncologists (32 percent) have been forced to use a different therapy for a substantial number of their patients (>10 percent) due to prior authorizations delays. Following radiation, the bone marrow shows nearly complete loss of blood cells in mice (left). Mice treated with the PTP-sigma inhibitor displayed rapid recovery of blood cells (purple, right). Credit: UCLA Broad Stem Cell Research Center/Nature Communications News | Radiation Therapy | August 15, 2019 First Patient Enrolled in World’s Largest Brain Cancer Clinical Trial Henry Ford Cancer Institute is first-in-the-world to enroll a glioblastoma patient in the GBM AGILE Trial (Adaptive… read more News | Radiation Therapy | August 16, 2019 Drug Accelerates Blood System’s Recovery After Radiation, Chemotherapy A drug developed by UCLA physician-scientists and chemists speeds up the regeneration of mouse and human blood stem… read more April 26, 2019 — Restrictive prior authorization practices cause unnecessary delays and interference in care decisions for cancer patients, according to a new survey of nearly 700 radiation oncologists — released by the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO).Nearly all radiation oncologists (93 percent) said that their patients are delayed from life-saving treatments, and a third (31 percent) said the average delay lasts longer than five days – a full week of standard radiation treatments. These delays cause added stress and anxiety to patients already concerned about their health. They are cause for alarm given research linking each week of delay in starting cancer therapy with a 1.2 percent to 3.2 percent increased risk of death.In addition to prevalent treatment delays, the ASTRO physician survey illuminates other ways prior authorization negatively impacts patient outcomes and takes physicians away from caring for their patients:Added Patient Stress More than 7 in 10 radiation oncologists (73 percent) said their patients regularly express concern to them about the delay caused by prior authorization; The MD Anderson Proton Therapy Center expansion is expected to be completed in 2023. Rendering courtesy of Stantec. The top piece of content in July was a video interview explaining how Princess Margaret Cancer Center is using machine learning to create automated treatment plans. This was a hot topic at the American Association of Physicists in Medicine (AAPM) 2019 meeting in July. News | Radiation Therapy | April 26, 2019 Radiation Oncologists Say Prior Authorization Delays Patient Access to Cancer Treatments 2018 ASTRO survey shows practicing radiation oncologists believe prior authorization adds to patient, physician stress News | Radiation Oncology | July 31, 2019 Laura Dawson, M.D., FASTRO, Chosen as ASTRO President-elect The members of the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) elected four new officers to ASTRO’s Board of… read more
Image credit: United AirlinesUnited Airlines has announced that it will introduce three-times-weekly nonstop flights between Hangzhou’s Xiaoshan International Airport and its San Francisco International Airport hub, effective July 15, 2016 (eastbound), subject to government approval. United will use one of the world’s most advanced passenger aircraft, the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, to operate the service.If the service is approved, Hangzhou will be the fifth mainland China city served by United, and United will be the first U.S. airline to serve the city. United already operates more non-stop China-U.S. flights, and from more cities in China, than any other airline.Hangzhou will be the 14th destination in Asia/Pacific to be served nonstop by United from its San Francisco hub, the leading true hub gateway to the United States from Asia, with more trans-Pacific flights from more cities and more Asia-U.S. connections than any other gateway.“We look forward to adding Hangzhou to our China-U.S. flight network using the customer-favorite 787-9 Dreamliner,” said Jim Compton, United’s vice chairman and chief revenue officer.“With approval, we will offer our customers unique nonstop flights between one of China’s fastest-growing travel markets and the U.S. West Coast, with fast and easy connections via our San Francisco hub to destinations throughout the Americas.”“At United, our aim is to be the most flyer-friendly U.S. airline for Chinese customers,” said Eliza Lin, the airline’s Director of Sales, Eastern China.“The proposed expansion of our trans-Pacific flight network to both Hangzhou and Xi’an, together with our inflight services designed for Chinese customers and our presence on social-media platform WeChat, are evidence of our efforts to cater to this important market.”Flight ScheduleSubject to government approval, flight UA983 will depart Hangzhou’s Xiaoshan International Airport at 11:30 a.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays and arrive at San Francisco International Airport at 8:25 a.m. the same days.The return flight, UA982, will depart San Francisco at 2:15 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays and arrive in Hangzhou at 6:10 p.m. the following days (all times local). Flying times will be approximately 1 1 hours, 55 minutes eastbound and 1 2 hours, 55 minutes westbound.The Hangzhou-San Francisco flights will be available to book at a later date.Convenient Connecting FlightsUnited has timed the Hangzhou flights to connect conveniently at San Francisco with an extensive network of service throughout the U.S., Canada and Latin America.United operates more than 260 flights daily from San Francisco to more than 90 destinations throughout North, Central and South America and the Caribbean, including more than 69 served non-stop. United AirlinesSource = United Airlines
Explore Tahiti Tourisme: Online http://tahititourisme.com.auOn Instagram https://www.instagram.com/tahititourismau/On Facebook www.facebook.com/TahitiTourismAUOn Twitter http://www.twitter.com/TahitiTourismAUAbout Tahiti TourismeTahiti Tourisme is the Destination Marketing Organization (DMO) for The Islands of Tahiti, overseeing all marketing and advertising actions, public relations, promotions, events and travel agent training programs globally. With a primary mission to bring visitors to The Islands of Tahiti, this Economic Interest Group is comprised of a Tahiti-based head office and 14 international offices promoting the destination across 18 international markets. Tahiti Tourisme also runs the visitors’ welcome and information desks and organizes local events to promote domestic tourism. Find out more at www.TahitiTourisme.org Source = Tahiti Tourisme Pick Your ParadisePick Your ParadiseThis week, Tahiti Tourisme launched its latest campaign – Pick Your Paradise – for travellers to discover the wide range of possibilities that The Islands of Tahiti offers. Allowing travellers to create their very own custom designed getaway, the digital content series invites viewers to participate in an interactive visual tour that showcases the many different sides to the 118 Islands.The series, which will roll out across a range of Australian digital and social platforms from today, first establishes what the motivation to travel is for each viewer. From seeking cultural immersion to a romantic getaway, the virtual path leads viewers through a sequence of options to design the perfect holiday just for them.The interactive guide opens the viewer up to the multitude of possible activities that await them. From skydiving to pearl diving, parasailing to jumping from waterfalls, or a horse back ride to a massage, the choice is vast and can be individually selected to ensure each traveller experiences The Islands of Tahiti just as they wish.The Pick Your Paradise concept was created to highlight the variety in island life that is available to travellers. From fast paced and exhilarating to peaceful and intimate, no matter what paradise looks like to each individual, The Islands of Tahiti ensure that every single traveller will experience their very own feeling of being embraced by Mana, thanks to their handpicked, individually crafted holiday.
You might also be interested in PRESS RELEASEKennesaw, Georgia — Emerson (NYSE: EMR) announced today the release of the GO Real-Time Secure Tracker. This product introduction combines GPS tracking technology with a CTPAT (Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism) compliant steel locking bolt that provides added security against theft of high-value cargo transported over the road or via ocean shipments. Attached to the locking mechanism on the exterior of a container, GO Real-Time Secure will signal if container doors have been compromised or if shipments have deviated from their intended course. October 09 , 2018 
“Cargo theft is a significant and growing global issue,” said Frank Landwehr, vice president and general manager, Cargo Solutions for Emerson. “This latest innovation from Emerson was developed to enhance supply chain security, reduce the financial loss from stolen cargo, and assist law enforcement in the recovery of high-value items.The GO Real-Time Secure Tracker is available now. Users can opt to use the device independently by leveraging the online Oversight dashboard or Oversight mobile app to help track and monitor shipments during transport of cargo. In addition, Emerson offers managed services for customers who desire a third party to monitor real-time alerts.Live demonstrations will take place at the PMA Fresh Summit 2018, Booth #851. To download the app or for more information on end-to-end cold chain monitoring solutions, visit Emerson.com/Cargo.
Lauren Newbery has been appointed Marketing and Events Coordinator for Conventions and Incentives New Zealand (CINZ) based in Auckland. Newbery was previously Events Coordinator at the New Zealand Planning Institute, organising professional development events and large conferences.Originally from the United Kingdom, Lauren worked on the Annual STEMtech Conference and Showcase, the largest science and technology conference in the UK. She has a background in theatre performance and management.Lauren takes over the role previously held by Olivia Lynch, who has moved to Wellington to take up a new position with Conference Innovators. appointmentsCINZ
7. Arraial do CaboFeeling blue? Get a deeper shade of turquoise on the beaches of Arraial do Cabo. 8. Belo HorizonteIf feijoada be the food of love, play on. Try the national dish of meat stew, beans, rice in the hectic capital of Minas Gerais. There’s much more to Brazil than carnivals, Copacabana and the World Cup. Here’s 10 places to go before the football fans get there, in sun-drenched pictures.1. Gruta do Lago Azul, Mato Grosso do SulWild swimming in blue waters and some of the most impressive stalagtites you’ll ever see. Related7 best beaches in BrazilThere’s more to Brazil than football this summer. If you need a break from the big games and the big cities, seek sun, sea, sand and maybe solitude on some of the best beaches, not only in Brazil, but the world. Here’s our super seven.50 of the world’s most beautiful beaches: in picturesDreaming of summer and longing to park your bum on some sand? Here’s our selection of 50 of the most perfect beaches in the world, including beautiful spots in Bali, hidden coves in Cornwall and spectacular stretches of black sand in Hawaii.15 safety tips for Brazil; how to avoid trouble on your travelsOur Brazilian team share their tips on how to stay safe in Brazil and avoid street crime 4. Iguazu FallsSo big it’s actually in three countries – Brazil, Paraguay and Argentina. 2. Baía dos Porcos (Pigs Bay), Fernando de NoronhaBeaches and coastal scenery not to be snorted at on this amazing archipelago. More:10 best things to do in Rio – a local’s guide7 of the best places to eat in Rio10 of the world’s craziest carnivalsReturnOne wayMulti-cityFromAdd nearby airports ToAdd nearby airportsDepart14/08/2019Return21/08/2019Cabin Class & Travellers1 adult, EconomyDirect flights onlySearch flights Map
9. Ponta Negra beach, Natal Strut your stuff, whether you’re a bikini babe or a mega muscleman, on the beach at Ponta Negra. 5. IlhabelaSau Paulo by the sea? You want beaches? You want sunsets? You got ’em. 3. Sao PauloScrape the sky in the City of Drizzle (yes, really – it’s nickname is Cidade da Garoa). 10. The AmazonYou looking at me? Check out the original jungle massive. 6. Chapada dos Guimaraes National ParkGet really wild in the Pantanal but don’t miss the Véu de Noiva (Bridal Veil Falls).
A PAPHOS businessman has stepped in to help a dedicated cat lover by providing her with a car after hers broke down during her regular stray cat feeding route in the town.Gaynor Georgiou, 73, affectionately known as the ‘cat lady’, told the Cyprus Mail that she was overwhelmed by the generosity shown by David Mitchell, of David Mitchell’s motor store in Geroskipou, after her car was deemed scrap.“I don’t know this man. God bless him for what he’s done for me. It’s a miracle, and I couldn’t carry on without him.”The showroom owner has given Georgiou a Fiat Ibiza to use for a year, but said this arrangement will be renewed annually and will continue indefinitely.“I was aware of all of the wonderful work that Gaynor does and how dedicated she is. She spends all of her own money on looking after these stray cats and it’s a pleasure to be able to help her out,” he said.Georgiou’s vehicle broke down just ahead of Christmas, leaving her with no transport to complete her daily rounds in Paphos old town, which sees her feed 160 or so stray and unwanted cats.“I was desperate, the garage told me that my car engine was cracked and would cost more than 700 euros to replace and fit, my exhaust had gone and the car had other problems, it was scrap really. I just don’t have that kind of money,” she said.Georgiou attempted to do her daily rounds pushing a shopping trolley full of the necessary paraphernalia to feed the cats, including dry food, tinned food, water and bowls, which she had to top up a number of times during the day.“I just couldn’t do it, I only managed one day, it was too much for me,” she said.Georgiou contacted local business woman and friend, Judith Evans, whose husband, Mark, approached David Mitchell.He was pleased to be able to help.“I like to have happy customers and it’s good to be able to give something back,” said Mitchell.He added that although much is done to raise funds for stray and unwanted dogs in Cyprus, cats don’t seem to get as much attention. He will also cover the vehicle’s service costs, tax and insurance cover.“Gaynor will only have to pay for the petrol,” he said.Seven days a week, whatever the weather, Georgiou does a daily round of selected feeding places in Paphos town. She feeds and waters the cats who rush to greet her. When possible, she catches the stray cats and kittens and takes them to Paphiakos and CCP animal welfare charity’s free spaying and neutering programme.Georgiou spends hundreds of euros of her own money on the cats but is reliant on donations for the animals – which amounts to at least 20kg of food every three days. She has been doing this for the last 27 years.Georgiou is still desperate for help her on her daily rounds and said that volunteering a few hours a week would make a big difference.“I really worry about what will happen to the cats when I die. I am dedicated to them, they are my family. I would like to know that there is someone to take over,” she said. If you would like to help Gaynor call: 99 778962 You May LikeDr. Marty ProPower Plus Supplement3 Dangerous Foods People Feed Their Dogs (Without Realizing It)Dr. Marty ProPower Plus SupplementUndoKelley Blue Book10 Electric Cars That Last the LongestKelley Blue BookUndoPopularEverythingColorado Mom Adopted Two Children, Months Later She Learned Who They Really ArePopularEverythingUndo Pensioner dies after crash on Paphos-Polis roadUndoTurkish Cypriot actions in Varosha ‘a clear violation’ of UN resolutions, Nicosia saysUndoConcern over falling tourism numbersUndoby Taboolaby Taboola