US – Canada Softwood Lumber Dispute
The US International Trade Commission (ITC) announced February 15 that it is postponing a decision in the preliminary determination in the countervailing duty (CVD) case against Canadian lumber imports until April 24 due to the complexity of the case. A decision was expected February 21st.
The ITC had determined that there is a reasonable indication that US lumber producers have been materially injured by Canadian softwood lumber imports that are allegedly subsidized and sold at or below fair value. If a CVD is affirmed and critical circumstances apply in this case, duties could be applied retroactively. If it is found that critical circumstances apply, all Canadian shipments into the US in February could be retroactively taxed. Most producers have defensively priced their material to take into consideration an expected duty, which has pushed prices higher the last few weeks.
We anticipate prices to remain elevated while the Canadian mills build the duty into the price of their material. US mills have raised their prices to match the elevated prices that are in the market. We hope you are keeping and eye on pricing and placing price escalation clauses in your bids to protect you from getting stung.


Cellnex is strongly committed to contributing to society, working together with charities, financing projects, volunteering, etc. In this regard, many projects by Cellnex aim to make its knowledge and technology available to society.
Owing to the large number of social projects that Cellnex develops in each of the areas in which it operates, Cellnex has been working for a long time to establish its own foundation to organise and give visibility to all the social initiatives developed by the company.
As in previous years, Cellnex showed its commitment to the welfare of society through several donations. However, because of the public health crisis caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and aware of the scale of this disruption worldwide, Cellnex took some unprecedented decisions in 2020. The company set up several collaborative projects in the countries where it operates under the “Cellnex’s COVID-19 Relief Initiative” by donating €10 million over 2020-2021.
On the one hand, Cellnex is providing five million EUR over two years to fund a research project involving cutting-edge European research teams in the field of immunotherapy to detect and obtain T-cells that fight the SARS-CoV-2 infection.
Five million euros for a cellular immunotherapy project to tackle COVID-19
This will be a multicentre project involving five cutting-edge European research teams in the field of immunotherapy.
The project is led by the Clínic-IDIBAPS Hospital together with the Banc de Sang i Teixits [Blood and Tissue Bank] (both in Barcelona), and also involves the IISGM-Hospital Universitario Gregorio Marañón of Madrid, the IRST-IRCCS of Meldola, the INSERM-U1183 of Montpellier and the IRCCS Ospedale San Raffaele from Milan.
The project aims to provide a better understanding of how the immune response to SARS-CoV-2 works and to propose new treatments based on the body’s cellular response to COVID-19 by using T-lymphocyte cells, which are part of the immune system and are formed from stem cells in the bone marrow.
The other 5 million out of the total 10 million EUR for the fight against COVID-19 have been allocated to social action projects with non-governmental organisations to assist people and groups in vulnerable situations, funding the purchase of protection equipment for healthcare staff as well as providing resources for the most vulnerable groups.
Bridging the digital divide with Emmaüs Connect
Within the project “Cellnex’s COVID-19 Relief Initiative”, Cellnex France has signed a partnership with Emmaüs Connect, which works for the digital inclusion of people, over the next two years. The partneship aims to continue and relaunch activities such as training, labour support or access to computers, which were impacted during the COVID-19 health crisis. It also includes actions in place to promote the Cellnex France employees to participate as volunteers carrying out installations, training, etc. Moreover, Cellnex is helping to find two locations to carry out the entity's activity.
In this way, Cellnex France is helping to reduce this digital divide and minimise the health, economic and social impact of the COVID-19.
Moreover, the company is working actively with various hospitals and on a technological project to develop, produce and provide a mechanical ventilation system for ICUs. In this connection, the project focuses on producing the Leitat 1 field ventilator, manufactured using industrial 3D printers in the incubator of the Barcelona Free Trade Zone Consortium, type-approved in a clinical study by the Spanish Medicines Agency and tested and functioning in Catalan ICUs.
Cellnex has played an active role in this collaboration, since it has not only supported the project financially, but also a team of company engineers specialised in Internet of Things has participated in the challenge of finding a solution that would ensure the safety and efficiency required for type-approval while gathering data from the ventilator in real time and sending it for analysis via an application.
The COVID-19 crisis has underscored more than ever how vital it is for everyone to have access to a good connectivity and digital tools to remain connected to the rest of the world in this digital society. The lack of these elements only accentuates the isolation and sense of exclusion of people in difficulty.
Faced with this scenario, Cellnex, as a telecommunication infrastructures operator, works to bring connectivity even to rural areas without incurring high costs through 5G.
Zero-Emissions Rural Site
The project arose by studying communication between vehicles at Cellnex's Mobility Lab (located in the Castellolí Parcmotor circuit, in Barcelona) to increase road safety after Cellnex engineers identified difficulties in transporting energy, therefore the deployment of all this technology in rural areas required an ad hoc energy solution.
Such a technology would allow connectivity on the road and serve populations that are practically technologically isolated. Areas without road coverage, normally coincided with municipalities with fewer than 20,000 inhabitants. Therefore, this project would boost activity in the area and keep them from being disconnected.
There are other projects in Spain to bring connectivity to rural areas, such as in Matanza de Soria (Soria) where Cellnex Telecom, Nokia and Quobis, in cooperation with MásMóvil, have developed the 5G-Lean project. The system uses a simpler, more lightweight and economical telecommunications infrastructure using state-of-the-art antennas to provide service efficiently to areas of special interest with a model that is easy to install and to roll out.
Similarly, in Guadalema de los Quintero, a district of the municipality of Utrera (Seville), Cellnex has rolled out a 5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) solution which would be equivalent to a high-speed fibre connection, but via the mobile network.
The project is part of the Red.es 5G pilots in Andalusia led by Vodafone. The project includes 32 use cases in different areas such as digital transformation, agriculture or healthcare. Cellnex collaborates in four specific projects related to 5G, Fixed Wireless Access, crowd security and autonomous harvesting.
Network with Irish local communities
Cellnex Ireland has identified low connectivity areas (black spots) and is working together with the local community to improve the connectivity of the area, such as in Co Kerry or Kilkenny. To this end, Cellnex Ireland’s sites are being used in the implementation of the National Broadband Plan and supporting the roll-out of Business Connection Points (BCPs) to deliver free high-speed internet access in some of the most isolated and rural communities in the country.
During 2020, Cellnex Telecom invested over €10m in new telecommunications infrastructure with the remaining additional investment during the year on the enhancement of existing sites, supporting the delivery of improved mobile and wireless broadband coverage to over 100 communities as workers and families struggle with working and schooling from home due to the COVID-19 pandemic
In addition to promoting the connectivity of the territories, Cellnex wants to connect people, especially people and collectives at risk of social exclusion. One of the most important projects in this area is one that provides connectivity to social housing.
Providing connectivity to social housing at Casa Bloc
Cellnex Telecom and Hàbitat3 Foundation provide Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity and sensorisation technology at Llar Casa Bloc, a social housing project built between 1932 and 1936 located in the city of Barcelona. The Fundació Hàbitat3 is an organisation that manages social rental housing.
Cellnex’s participation in this project involves providing connectivity infrastructure, installing home electricity meters, hot and cold-water meters, heating systems and temperature, humidity and CO2 sensors. Moreover, all homes will have Internet connection (wi-fi) and reading tablets to display consumption. All of this will allow residents to monitor their energy consumption and improve comfort in these houses.
The Casa Bloc residence will house 17 social rental housing units home to around 45 people with mental health problems and / or addictions, homeless persons, or those in a situation of residential exclusion.
Quality education is one of the biggest global challenges. 103 million young people around the world lack basic literacy skills, more than 60% of whom are women according to the study SDG 4: the role of companies in achieving quality education drawn up by PwC and Seres Foundation.
According to this study, the technology sector is among those most intensely affected by the talent deficit problem. In this context, companies must take on the commitment to develop solutions to improve education from their great capacity for transformation and collaboration with other actors.
In this regard, Cellnex not only promotes internal training, contributing its knowledge and skills, but also supports academic institutions and public administrations to offer quality education for all.
Collaboration with ESADE Foundation
Cellnex has signed a collaboration agreement with the ESADE Foundation, linked to one of the most prestigious business schools in Europe, to contribute to its Scholarship Fund to cover the scholarships of two ESADE students during the academic years from 2020-21 to 2023-2024.
The incorporation of Cellnex into this program responds to the company's commitment to collaborate with the progress of society by training young people. With the “Cellnex scholarship”, the company joins the effort made by ESADE to promote equal opportunities and inclusion, eliminating any economic barrier in access to training for young people.
Cellnex made a commitment to the Barcelona Engineering and Economic Studies project this year as a sponsor company of the BEST Foundation. This new inter-university degree offered by the Polytechnic University of Catalonia (UPC), Pompeu Fabra University (UPF), Barcelona Global, and FemCat aims to train highly skilled engineers to address the challenges of a continuously changing society and equip professionals who are interested in business leadership. Cellnex will sponsor two students in a four-year commitment.
Cellnex has been an IESE sponsor company since 2017 and is involved in various projects run by the Public Sector-Private Sector Centre of the Business School.
Volunteers and Youth Challenge
During the academic year 2019-2020 a group of 66 volunteers participated as coaches in Youth Challenge, an initiative with young people at very high risk of social exclusion in Barcelona that aims to reduce school dropout rates and promote youth employability.
The Cellnex volunteers were responsible for running a mentoring process, offering students a direct connection to the world of work to encourage them to continue studying and increase their employability through 800 hours of training and mentoring and other activities such as visits to teaching centres, lectures or workshops. They also took part in mentoring sessions focused on improving self-esteem, looking to the future and fostering STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths) vocations.
Following the success of this edition, in which 89% of students declared that the coach helped them to continue studying and 100% of the volunteers would repeat, the programme will be extended to Madrid and Rome and an online option made available.
Furthermore, during 2020, Cellnex supported university talent by taking part in four parallel OnCampus entrepreneurship programmes hosted by four universities: UAB in Barcelona, UdL in Lleida, URV in Tarragona and UdG in Girona. The initiative is coordinated in collaboration with Catalan universities and research centres.
The training is designed for early-stage technological projects with the main objective of validating their market application together with industry experts, such as Cellnex, using Lean Launchpad methodology.
Enterprise Challenge 2020
Cellnex participated in the initiative, sponsoring the project of four students in the annual Enterprise Challenge organised by the BEST (Barcelona Education in Science and Technology) Foundation, which fosters Open Innovation through collaboration between companies and universities.
To that end, Cellnex selected four degree students that created an application in a short time to optimise waiting times for non-critical patients in overstretched and overcrowded A&E departments. The team sponsored by Cellnex won the first prize, obtaining 88 of the 100 points available.
Moreover, Cellnex is working together with MasMóvil on a project to install a test 5G mobile network at IESE Business School. The prototypes deployed by Cellnex will integrate 5G, Edge Computing and Augmented Reality.
This project will revolutionise the educational experience on the campus using VR to broadcast a session recorded in 360 degrees with 4K resolution to thousands of 5G mobiles, creating new learning experiences combined with virtual objects, or designing real-time simulations for work teams.
As part of its social commitment, Cellnex promotes other projects in collaboration with different organisations such as Seres Foundation, Cancer Fund for Children or Best Foundations.
One of the main initiatives in this regard is the “Solidarity Euro”, a Project initiated in Spain and then launched globally under the name of Solidarity Gift. In this project, Cellnex Telecom collaborators are invited to donate one EUR (or equivalent) per month from their payroll. After two years, participants can propose social projects in their countries to which they would like the accumulated money raised to be donated. A campaign will be organised to select which of the various projects proposed in the business unit will receive the money raised. The initiative has now been upgraded with a Matching Gift in which Cellnex will match the contribution made by employees.
In 2020, employees of Corporate and Cellnex Spain made more than 600 donations. Cellnex donated the same amount collected by employees indistinctly to three foundations with which it works in Spain: Banco de Alimentos [Food Bank], Fundació Juvanteny and Fundación Madrina.
This initiative raises funds to help social causes with micro-donations of one EUR a month from volunteer employees, something that would be impossible if done individually.
Beyond this initiative, some countries collaborate with international and local organisations, increasing their commitment to society and promoting a more sustainable and inclusive environment.
Collaboration with Irish charities
Cancer Fund for Children and Barnardo’s were the preferred charities chosen by the entire staff of Cellnex Ireland for the company to support in 2020.
Cancer Fund for Children are a team of specialists that provide a range of practical, financial and emotional support to families affected by cancer, at home, on the hospital ward and in the community while Barnardo’s supports children whose wellbeing is under threat, by working with them, their families and communities and by campaigning for the rights of children.
To celebrate one year in business in Ireland, the company shared a webinar with its stakeholders to give an overview about Cellnex Ireland’s plans. As part of the event, Cellnex Ireland made a donation on behalf of every attendee at the webinar to these charities.
The company worked with the Seres Foundation, whose stated aim is to "Build a healthier, stronger society with competitive businesses that can stand the test of time". The foundation aims to foster and promote strategic business actions that contribute to an overall improvement in the social situation. Cellnex has signed an agreement pledging to work with the Seres Foundation, disseminate their joint work, share knowledge on good practices in social matters, and attend meetings with partners and other social entities.
Participation in co-producing the Barcelona Climate Plan with Barcelona City Council, which sets down all ongoing and planned actions related to climate change in the city. Cellnex draws up proposals within the company and takes part in the debate on the proposals submitted by all participants.
Cellnex has been taking part in the TV3 Telethon for more than 10 years. The Telethon Foundation aims to foster and promote biomedical research into and social awareness of diseases for which no cure has been found. The money raised is used to research new methods of prevention, diagnosis and treatment for minority diseases.
In 2020, due to the exceptional situation, and in view of the need for progress in research into COVID-19, the Board of the Foundation took the exceptional decision to change the theme that was planned for La Marató 2020 and dedicate it instead to COVID-19, moving the edition on mental disorders to 2021.
In December 2020, the Board of Directors approved the creation of the Cellnex Foundation, in response to the firm desire of Cellnex Telecom to take a further step towards contributing to an environment that is better connected and socially responsible as a comprehensive initiative to complement the Corporate Social Responsibility of the company.
This complementarity and coordination are carried out by means of a flexible structure adapted to the needs of the environment and the scope of the foundation. The aim is to align actions and take advantage of synergies and resources.
The Cellnex Foundation is born with the clear mission of being a dynamic tool at the service of people with a view of making a significant contribution to transforming realities:
The Cellnex Foundation was created as a social foundation and places people in different conditions and in vulnerable situations at the central of its activities.
The Cellnex Foundation articulates its model of social contribution around four pillars:
Flagship programme: The main programme led by the Foundation and focused on rural/special environments to meet the challenges arising from the digital, social and territorial gap to help improve social and territorial cohesion and quality of life.
The Foundation has the purpose of promoting actions aimed at people and entities through technology and telecommunications, such as innovation, connectivity, reducing the digital gap, mobility and the Internet of Things -IoT -, among other. To this end, the Foundation will focus on the challenges arising from the three gaps: Digital gap, Territorial gap, and Social gap. From these three identified gaps, four fields of intervention have been established:
Digital capacity-building: capacity-building actions aimed especially at disadvantaged groups so they can improve their digital skills, boost their confidence, their relational skills and employability. The gaps involved are Digital and Social.
The challenge of digitally and effectively connecting people and territories contributing to the achievement of following SDGs:
The Cellnex Foundation plans to formalise its statutes and begin its activities in the first quarter of 2021.
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15-Year-Old Cameron Langrell Found Dead of Suicide Mere Days After Coming Out as Trans
The Advocate, as well as other news sites, are reporting that just days after coming out on Facebook as transgender, 15-year old Cameron Langrell of Racine, Wisconsin was found dead of suicide on May 1, 2015.
Cameron’s mother, Jamie Olender, explained to The Journal Times that Cameron had “always bullied for being feminine.” Despite this mistreatment, Cameron bravely came out as transgender to friends and peers on social media, which included changing her gender female on her Facebook profile. Friends and family of Cameron are now speaking out about bullying in school, calling on officials to do more by actively speaking out against it and discussing the issues in classrooms.
As much as I’m glad to hear that Cameron’s community is now talking about how horrible she was treated by others, I am once again feeling personally frustrated that a trans youth has been bullied to death because of TRANSPHOBIA and HOMOPHOBIA. Yet, here we are again seeing a community dismissing that under the broad blanket of “bullying”.
It’s not that simple and clear. I strongly believe that unless we address the core issues that motivate acts of discrimination, intimidation, stigmatization and violence then we will never truly be able to effectively reduce oppressive behaviors in any environment. Bullies target others for many complex, personal reasons and more often than not I believe that the forms bullying takes stem from larger social problems of racism, sexism, ableism, homophobia, transphobia, etc. It’s time to stop focusing on broad behaviors and start zeroing in on the ingrained beliefs that motivate them.
RIP, Cameron. My sincere condolences to all affected by this tragic loss.


Winsor climate activists, leaders from the student-led environmental club Planet Protectors, led an informative assembly and ribbon-cutting ceremony on November 3, 2022, following the success of their 3.5-year journey to install more than 300 solar panels on the roof of the Lubin-O’Donnell Center at The Winsor School.
Aoife Beswick ’24 and Skylar Goldstein ’24 kicked off the assembly, presenting to the community about the solar panel installation story and journey. This idea has been long in the making, beginning with club members presenting the initial concept to school administrators in the fall of 2019, obtaining approval from the board of trustees, and progressing to the solar panel installation in March of this year, and, finally, arriving at the date when the solar panels were turned on and connected in August 2022. Over the course of the project, students toured Winsor’s electrical room and the roof of the Lubin-O’Donnell Center (LOC) where the panels would eventually be installed, and met with Director of Facilities and Construction John Crompton, representatives from Resonant Energy, and partners at KW Management.
The solar panel system will account for 33 percent of Winsor’s energy needs and save approximately $1 million over the 25-year lifetime of the system. The energy produced by Winsor’s system will save the environmental equivalent of 150 acres of forest annually.
The project recap concluded with a panoramic video with spectacular drone footage of the solar panels on the roof of the LOC.
Following the presentation, Emeline Daley ’24 and Charlotte Wheler ’27 led the audience in a fun and interactive Kahoot game to test their knowledge of the information that was just presented. Ms. Pelmas then came to the stage to moderate a panel discussion with panelists Nika Bigelow ’25, Lauren Folker ’26, Emeline Daley ’24, Skylar Goldstein ’24, Project Manager at Resonant Energy Mr. Greg Coppola, VP of Outreach and Sales and Co-founder at Resonant Energy Ms. Madeleine Barr, and English Faculty and Planet Protectors’ Advisor Ms. Laura Beebe.
Ms. Pelmas started by asking the student panelists what advice they would give to other students who are proposing new ideas.
“Have the confidence that you can make a big change in the community,” advised Nika Bigelow ’25. “We had very responsive teachers and the Board of Trustees. Find the community who will support you.”
Continuing to encourage younger students with big ideas, Lauren Folker ’26 reminded the audience, “Age doesn’t matter. Even though all of us are in Upper School now, we were all Lower School students when this started.”
Ms. Pelmas asked the panelists to talk about something that surprised them and the horizon of learning.
“It’s such a long process, understanding the process, permits, pandemic holdups, and site visits. It’s not just an advocacy movement, we witnessed a lot of cool meetings and learned a lot about how complicated the process was,” recalled Skylar Goldstein ’24.
“We hadn’t had a project that was student-led before,” Ms. Barr at Resonant Energy said. “It was exciting to see how the project could be driven by the students and to think about that precedent for future projects.”
Ms. Pelmas turned the question over to Ms. Beebe, asking what advice she would give to other advisors. “It’s important for adults to remember that the best thing you can do is get out of the way and let students do the work,” said Ms. Beebe. “They had the enthusiasm, the intelligence, and each other,” she stated, remarking on the club members.
Nika Bigelow ’25 said she hopes this is the starting point for many projects to come, saying “We want to be the most environmentally friendly school that we can. These projects take a long time, maybe you will have some ideas, think big, and hopefully there will be more projects to come and that starts with you,” directly addressing the younger students in the room.
The Planet Protectors are now supporting their peers at other schools in the Boston area who want to install solar panels. “We’re seeking more clients,” said Skylar Goldstein ’24. Inspired by the leadership demonstrated by the Winsor team, Resonant Energy developed “Students for Solar,” a campaign designed to help other student groups, teachers, and faculty in Massachusetts bring solar to their schools.
For other schools, it’s important first to consider, “Can our building support solar panels?” said Lauren Folker ’26. Winsor’s academic building, with its slanted roof, was too old to support the heavy panels, but the LOC with its flat roof was perfect for the project.
Finally, there was a ribbon-cutting ceremony on the stage.
Resonant Energy presented each of the Planet Protectors involved in the project with a gift; a copy of All We Can Save, an anthology of writings by 60 women at the forefront of climate work, edited by Ayana Elizabeth Johnson and Katherine K. Wilkinson.
The Winsor community can expect to see a monitoring station installed in the LOC lobby later this year. The station will include an interactive display, which will allow users to find production charts, current power output, current weather, and see individual panel production to learn more about what’s happening on the roof.


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Donating to Relief Organizations
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Donating to Relief Organizations
Area charities, relief organizations and the county government are asking people to donate money rather than goods for the victims of Sunday’s tsunamis.
“We’re encouraging people to give to the Red Cross because they’re partners with us in any kind of emergency,” said Donna Bigler, a county spokeswoman.
“Things are a bit chaotic right now,” said Asoka Ranaweera, a Rockville businessman working with the Embassy of Sri Lanka and the Sri Lanka Association of Greater Washington to raise money for tsunami victims.
Relief organizations can direct cash toward relief efforts, as opposed to donations of clothes and food, which are “virtually impossible” to airlift into the country under current conditions, he said.
Money is “lighter and more convenient,” said Vichai Malikul, president of the Thais for Thai Association in Wheaton, which had raised about $2,000 by Tuesday but had not yet picked a relief agency to receive the donation. The Red Cross of the National Capital Area is waiting to hear if it will be needed in the international relief effort, said Jim Davison, its director of communications.
“Right now, it’s a fluid situation. But we have teams trained for this type of disaster, and now we are just waiting to hear if they’ll go,” he said. “Tens of thousands of people in this area are affected, we have so many embassy staff living here.”
•The American Council for Voluntary International Action publishes an online Guide to Appropriate Giving, at www.interaction.org
Donations for Tsunami Survivors
Donations may be mailed C/O the Secretary at the New England Hindu Temple, 117 Waverley St., Ashland, MA 01721.
Many local people are also contributing to the India Development & Relief Fund, a national organization that raised $2.9 million in 2001 after an earthquake in Gujarat, India.
"My phone has been ringing continuously since Monday morning," said Raghu Verabelli, a volunteer who is coordinating the group's fund raising in Greater Boston. "There are a lot of donations coming to our Web site and a lot of people are mailing checks."
The organization has committed $10,000 to relief efforts already, and said it will match donations up to $10,000 dollar for dollar. The campaign will be on a similar scale as the one following the Gujarat tragedy, Verabelli said.
"There are many people who have been killed, and the property damage has been much more (than in Gujarat)," he said. "It will take at least two to three years for the whole rehabilitation."
Donations to the India Development & Relief Fund may be made on the Web at www.idrf.org, or can be mailed to IDRF, 40 Orchard St., Tewksbury, MA 01876.
Governments are also donating large sums of money to relief efforts. The United States dispatched disaster teams and prepared a $15 million aid package. Japan pledged $30 million; Australia pledged $8 million.
Material from the Associated Press was used in this report.
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Since November 2018, the Body, Self and Family project has been hosting numerous public engagement events as part of the series ‘Seeing Red: Periods and Protest’. Initially launched in conjunction with the 2018 Being Human Festival, ‘Seeing Red’ draws on women’s experiences of menstruation and activism in post-war Britain to consider why period poverty remains an issue today.
Statistics published by Plan International in 2017 highlight the fact that one in ten girls in Britain are unable to afford sanitary items, twelve percent of girls have had to improvise sanitary wear due to affordability issues, using socks and tissues instead, and one in five girls have changed to a less suitable menstrual products due to their cost. Girls who cannot afford sanitary items often feel unable to go to school when they are on their period. They therefore miss lessons and feeling less confident in their academic abilities. Recent cuts to state support, diminishing wages and increased living costs have meant that period poverty has become increasingly prominent. Foodbanks have reported that more and more women have started using them to access sanitary pads and tampons.
In recent years, campaigning around period poverty has become more visible. Campaigns and initiatives including #FreePeriods, the Red Box Project and Bloody Good Period are currently doing incredible work to raise awareness and donate sanitary items to those who need them most. Period poverty, however, is not a new issue. For years, women have described being unable to afford sanitary items, attributing their expense, in part, to their taxation as a luxury item. As historians, we are keen to understand why period poverty has only recently become an issue subject to public discussion. When compiling statistics around period poverty, Plan International also recorded girls’ broader attitudes towards menstruation. They found that nearly half of girls aged between 14 and 21 in Britain are embarrassed by their periods. Through ‘Seeing Red’, we want to highlight how feelings such as embarrassment and shame are closely related to the history of menstruation.
Body, Self and Family has explored how the shame and embarrassment associated with periods can be historically situated through a series of different events. On November 15 2018, ‘Seeing Red’ was launched with the panel discussion ‘Periods and Protest in Post-war Britain’ at the University of Essex (Colchester Campus). The event brought together campaigners, activists and historians to consider the importance of health activism past and present and champion ways of working together to eradicate period poverty. Speakers included historian Dr Tracey Loughran, who drew on rarely-used archival sources and new oral history interviews to consider women and girls’ experiences of menstruation across the twentieth century. Tracey argued that we need to know what women and girls have thought and felt to understand why it can be so difficult to change entrenched attitudes around periods, therefore emphasising why activism in this field is so important. Activist, educator and Mighty Grrl Movement-founder Lauren Mittell spoke passionately of the need to empower children and young people to express their views and campaign for social change. Lauren runs female empowerment groups for girls aged 9-11 which build self-esteem, teach women’s history and fundraise. Chella Quint, founder of #periodpositive – a campaign promoting menstrual education in schools – highlighted how myths surrounding periods continue to be promoted in society today. The event reinforced the value of working with young people when campaigning against period poverty, drawing on their voices and experiences to consider how historical representations of menstruation continue to influence their everyday lives.
Here at the Body, Self and Family project, we have also aimed to empower girls to use their experiences to call for an end to period poverty and understand that periods are nothing to be ashamed of. We have done so by hosting numerous ‘Seeing Red’ workshops at local schools and Girlguiding groups across Colchester and Southend-on-Sea. Through the workshops, we have invited over one hundred girls aged from 10-16 to examine historical sources relating to periods, including advertisements for menstrual products in magazines and extracts from our Body, Self and Family oral history interviews. The participants are then asked to draw on these sources to produce posters that raise awareness about period poverty. The workshops have simultaneously served as a forum where girls can share their experiences in a supportive environment. What has been striking is how these experiences so clearly demonstrate the endurance of concerns surrounding periods, past and present. Girls continue to worry about what will happen if their periods start at school and they do not have any sanitary items, or if boys end up finding out about them. The workshops have also illustrated, however, how young women and girls support one another, making sure that their friends have sanitary items when they need them and talking to each other about how they feel.
We have been blown away by the creativity displayed in the posters produced by our workshop participants, many of which were displayed at a Seeing Red exhibition at the Beecroft Art Gallery, Southend-on-Sea on 24 November 2018. The exhibition encouraged intergenerational discussion about periods, with many of the women who visited sharing their own reflections and recollections. The exhibition resulted in the Beecroft Art Gallery setting up a Red Box Project donation point, ensuring that they now collect menstrual products for girls in Southend who cannot afford them. ‘Seeing Red: Periods and Protest’ has reiterated the significant role that history can play in inspiring activism and social change in the present day. The event series has also emphasised the importance of recognising young people’s voices when seeking to instigate change, an invaluable lesson that we will continue to endorse as the project’s public engagement work progresses.
- Kate Mahoney, April 2019


Robert-Jan Derksen in action on MCB Curaçao Masters 2016!
March 9, 2016 | Willemstad, Curaçao
Thanks to cooperation between organizer Blue Bay Curaçao Golf & Beach Resort and Main Sponsor Maduro & Curiel’s Bank again, the yearly Pro-Am Golf Tournament is just around the corner. From April 6th till 9th, Curaçao will be in the spirit of the ‘MCB Curaçao Masters’. The Caribbean golf tournament of the year will be organized for the 10th year in a row and main sponsor MCB even celebrates her centenary this year. Thanks to both jubilees the organization proudly announce the coming of old European Tour golfer from the Netherlands: Robert-Jan Derksen!


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Windows 8 Preview Reveals Major UI Metamorphosis
It has a tile interface similar to that of Windows Phone 7, it will run on PCs and tablets, and it will support both touchscreen and mouse-and-keyboard interactions.
The upcoming version of Windows represents a fundamental change in the OS's design that Redmond hasn't attempted since the launch of Windows 95, said Mike Angiulo, a Microsoft corporate vice president, during a Windows 8 presentation at the Computex conference in Taipei.
The new UI has apparently been well received.
"It looks like the user interface is a winner, building on the differentiated and well-received Windows Phone 7 UI, except with bigger and richer tiles," Al Hilwa, a program director at IDC, told TechNewsWorld.
"Feedback from everybody I've talked to is very good, and the only downside is folks would like to see Windows 8 this year instead of in 2012," Rob Enderle, principal analyst at theEnderle Group, told TechNewsWorld.
Microsoft declined to provide further comment on Windows 8, with spokesperson Jackie Lawrence pointing TechNewsWorld to the company's website for published information relating to the new OS.
What We Know About Windows 8To publicize Windows 8, Microsoft held a briefing on the OS at the D9 Conference and hosted an unveiling at Computex on Wednesday.
Like Sun's Solaris OS, Windows 8 is aimed at scaling from touch-only small screens through to large screens, Microsoft said. Unlike Solaris, however, Windows 8 can be accessed either through touchscreens or through a keyboard and mouse.
"The big UI change is to make it work seamlessly between tablets and PCs, and it seems to anticipate that most PCs will be touch," Enderle remarked. "Clearly Microsoft is trying to get ahead of whereApple (Nasdaq: AAPL) is going," he added.
Internet Explorer 10 will be bundled with Windows 8. It will be hardware-accelerated and fully touch-optimized.
Windows 8 will offer fast launching of apps from a tile-based "Start" screen. It will replace the familiar Windows Start menu with a customizable, scalable full-screen view of apps.


In a first response to pandemic, On February 21, 2020, IMO issued the Circular Letter 4204/Add.2 on Joint Statement IMO-WHO on the Response to the COVID-19 Outbreak, the main aim of the circular was to prepare for the pandemic hit shipping industry, the sudden spread of virus terrorized governments and this was the reason that in first few months, the seafarers faced some of the worst situation, when they were repeatedly denied entry into their disembarking ports. Convention on the Facilitation of Maritime Traffic explicitly calls for the no delay in maritime traffic, ships and persons and they must not be denied entry into ports, FAL is for greater governmental synchronization with the shipping industry.
The Ocean is a fateful place as humans are up against the most challenging circumstances, when they traverse the earth’s oceans. But the modern maritime industry is considered as safer due to the large number of global safety regulations. These regulations and rules are also known as International Maritime Organization IMO codes. The modern shipping industry; both shore based in the form ports and the seaborne component, the vessels, and offshore platforms, have over dozen of codes. These codes are instrumental in bringing the safety to seafarers. But the shipping industry was less or ill prepared for the pandemic like situation, and this is the reason that it was badly hit in the early few months of pandemic, which took heavily physical and psychological tool on the seafarers and the shipping industry as a whole. There are over twenty IMO codes, under the broader SOLAS convention also known as The International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea, and is the main safety related convention, having 16 chapters or IMO codes. As all these codes were in place strictly, but the sudden onset of Covid-19, made it harder for the shipping industry to cope the dangerous situation quickly and decisively, as there were no hard and fast rules for the implementation. The safety at sea codes are not just for the cargo ships, but it is also for the luxury cruise shipping industry as well, due to the compactness of the vessel, the seafarers and those travelling via cruise ships are the highest risk of contracting the coronavirus. The sea conditions vary from that of land, and this makes the life of virus vary greatly, as according to some sources the coronavirus found in cruise ships show sign of no decay even after 13 days on the surfaces. To maintain safety at sea, the International maritime organization come up with a series of protocols to be implemented for the safety of workers, which include pre boarding measures, post boarding measures and outbreak management at ship plan. The World Health Organization and Shipping corporations devised their own rules, in synchronization with existing IMO codes. The IMO issued a series of new protocols to be adopted, in which long tours are encouraged, as the normal era routine of quick disembarking and change or crew can cause a sudden outbreak aboard a ship, while the prolonged stay at sea can create a safe working environment for months. The IMO Coronavirus Circular letter No.4204/Add.14 is a part of these protocols, this sixty one pages document laid out a detailed plan for the crew change in these extraordinary times. The letter clearly explains various steps to halt the spread of coronavirus.
These steps include:
- 1.PPE must be loaded into every ship
- 2.All the safeguard measures must be in line with the pandemic response
- 3.Focus must be on screening threats in the working environment
- 4.Must be loaded into the Safety Management system (SMS)
The circular issued by IMO, is not only limited at telling the Seafarers that what to adopt and what to avoid but it also lay out a detail look at the overall institutional response, as seafarers travel through various airports in a bid to reach their port of origin, from where their ship starts its journey, there must be a strict quarantine protocols and facilities to save ship from becoming a pandemic hubs. The IMO circular also suggest to maintain a WHO advised social distance protocols even on board a ship for the initial one or two weeks of embarking on a ship. Instead of staying inside, the seafarers should use external stairways for the movement during their duty hours. The disinfection of workplace and place of rest is advised so that it can remove any possibly left contagion from the surfaces of the ships which compact and closed and thus poses a risk as it can serves as the fertile ground for the contagion for several weeks. The IMO cover letter related to COVID protocols also calls explicitly for testing everyone in the chain of duty, even the ones with possible assignments on ship in the upcoming weeks or months, so they have a prior health confirmation that they are carrier of contagion.
The IMO issued strict guidelines are not just for shipping corporations, but to governments around the globe, to provide ample support and facilities to the shipping sector both private and public to protect ships from the coronavirus outbreak. The IMO Circular Letter No.4204/Add.6 was the initial response to the pandemic situations and thus laid out a clear and concise plan of action. The IMO clearly highlights the port state course of action as well the flag state course of action, as neither can shy away from their duty to maintain high standards of safety in these extraordinary times. The shipping industry is famous for following the checklist guidelines and Standard Operating Procedures and thus remain safe most of the time, the new guidelines and protocols, are different from the traditional IMO Codes, but due to year round practice with all these codes, the shipping industry seem to have trumped the Covid-19 up until now, as it is maintaining strict control of the ports and ships and following the testing and efficient quarantine policy, to keep the contagion at bay.


In the aftermath of the devastating fires in Hawaii, Maui has learned a harsh lesson about the safety of its water. Despite the use of filters, it has been determined that the water in Maui maybe unsafe to drink. The fires damaged hundreds of drinking water pipes, causing a loss of pressure that allowed toxic chemicals, metals, and bacteria to infiltrate the water supply. Even robust filtration systems are unlikely to fully address the extreme contamination that can occur after a fire. As residents navigate the aftermath of the fires, they are being advised to use bottled water or fill jugs at designated water sources. The road to fully restoring safe water will be long, and residents are urged not to lift any water safety orders until thorough testing and validation have been done.
Introduction to Maui water safety concerns after California fires
In the aftermath of the devastating fires in Hawaii, concerns about water safety have emerged in Maui. The fires have caused extensive damage to the drinking water infrastructure, resulting in contamination and health risks for residents. This article aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the extent of contamination, the health risks associated with contaminated water, the impact on private well water, temporary solutions and alternative water sources, testing and validation protocols, expert opinions and recommendations, as well as the community response and support. By understanding the challenges faced by Maui in ensuring safe water supply, it becomes evident that proactive measures and ongoing monitoring are crucial, and comprehensive policies and regulations are needed.
The Extent of Contamination
Damage to drinking water pipes
The fires in Hawaii have caused significant damage to the drinking water pipes in Maui. As a result, there has been a loss of pressure, allowing toxic chemicals, metals, and bacteria to infiltrate the water lines. This contamination poses a serious threat to the safety of the water supply, making it imperative for residents to take precautions.
“You can pull in contaminated or dirty water from the outside, even when those lines are underground,” said David Cwiertny, a civil and environmental engineering professor at the University of Iowa
Loss of pressure and infiltration of toxic chemicals
One of the major concerns arising from the damage to the drinking water pipes is the loss of pressure, which can lead to the infiltration of toxic chemicals into the water supply. This contamination can have immediate and long-term health effects on individuals who consume or come into contact with the contaminated water.
Issues with filtering and purification systems
Despite the use of various filtering and purification systems, it has been determined that these measures are insufficient to address the extreme contamination caused by the fires. Brita filters, refrigerator or sink devices, and whole-home systems may remove some contaminants, but levels that pose immediate and acute toxicity can still pass through these systems.
Health Risks and Warnings
Concerns about acute and immediate toxicity
The extreme contamination of the water supply raises concerns about the acute and immediate toxicity of the water. Toxic chemicals, metals, and bacteria can cause adverse health effects, including gastrointestinal issues, respiratory problems, and skin irritations. It is important for residents to recognize the potential risks and take necessary precautions to minimize exposure.
The importance of minimizing contact with contaminated water
Given the health risks associated with contaminated water, it is crucial for individuals to minimize all contact with the contaminated water. This includes avoiding drinking tap water, using bottled water for all needs, and refraining from using county water for activities such as showering.
Warnings from Maui County and health authorities
Maui County and health authorities have issued warnings to residents regarding water safety concerns. This is based on the lessons learned from fires in California. These warnings emphasize the importance of following guidelines and recommendations to ensure personal safety and well-being. It is essential for residents to stay updated with the latest information and guidance provided by the authorities.
Lessons from California Fires
Previous experiences with water contamination after wildfires
The experience of California wildfires has provided valuable insights into the challenges associated with water contamination. Previous incidents have shown that wildfires can lead to widespread drinking water chemical contamination in the water distribution network. Understanding these past experiences can help inform strategies to mitigate similar issues in Maui.
Conflicting information received by impacted communities
One of the challenges faced by communities impacted by wildfires is the conflicting information received from various agencies. In the aftermath of the fires, residents in California received conflicting messages regarding the safety of their water supply. This led to confusion and uncertainty among the affected population. It is crucial for authorities to establish clear and consistent communication channels to provide accurate and up-to-date information.
Discovering new contaminants and their impact on water supply
The wildfires in California have also revealed the presence of new contaminants that can impact the water supply. Researchers have identified volatile and semi-volatile compounds that can contaminate damaged water lines, even in the absence of more commonly known chemicals. This highlights the need for comprehensive testing and monitoring protocols to ensure the safety of the water supply.
Impact on Private Well Water
Potential damage to well caps and lining
Private well water can also be affected by the wildfires, leading to potential damage to well caps and lining. The intense heat from the fires can cause the cap to become damaged, allowing debris to enter the well. Additionally, the heat can melt the plastic lining, releasing hazardous fumes into the well. It is important for private well owners to assess the condition of their wells and take appropriate measures to ensure safety.
Importance of testing private well water
In light of the potential damage caused by the wildfires, it is crucial for private well owners to test their well water. Testing can help identify any contamination and guide the necessary actions to restore safe water supply. Consulting with experts and following recommended testing protocols is essential for private well owners to safeguard their health and the health of their families.
Health risks associated with compromised wells
Compromised wells pose significant health risks to individuals consuming the water. Contaminated well water can contain toxic chemicals, metals, and bacteria that can lead to a range of adverse health effects. It is important for private well owners to be aware of these risks and take appropriate actions to ensure the safety of their water supply.
Temporary Solutions and Alternative Water Sources
Using bottled water for all needs
As a temporary solution, residents in affected areas are advised to use bottled water for all their needs. This includes drinking, cooking, and personal hygiene. Bottled water provides a safe alternative to tap water, minimizing the risk of exposure to contaminated water.
Filling jugs at water buffalos
Water buffalos, which are tankers equipped with clean water, have been deployed in the affected areas to provide an alternative water source. Residents can fill jugs with water from these water buffalos to meet their daily requirements.
Considerations for alternative water sources
In addition to bottled water and water buffalos, individuals may consider alternative water sources, such as rainwater harvesting or water purification systems. It is important to assess the quality and safety of these alternative sources before use and ensure that appropriate measures are taken to prevent contamination.
Testing and Validation
Chemical testing protocols and requirements
To ensure the safety of the water supply, comprehensive chemical testing protocols and requirements should be implemented. These protocols should cover a wide range of contaminants and follow established guidelines and standards. Regular testing and validation are essential to identify any potential risks and monitor the progress of water restoration efforts.
Ensuring repeated validation before lifting the water safety order
Before lifting any water safety orders, it is imperative to ensure repeated validation of the water supply. This means conducting multiple rounds of testing to confirm that there is no contamination that poses a health risk. Premature lifting of water safety orders can have severe consequences and should be avoided.
Long-term restoration of safe water supply
Restoring a safe water supply in the aftermath of wildfires requires a long-term approach. This involves repairing and replacing damaged infrastructure, implementing effective filtration and purification systems, and conducting ongoing monitoring and testing. Collaboration between government agencies, experts, and the community is vital to ensure the long-term restoration of a safe water supply.
Expert Opinions and Recommendations
Advice from water contamination researchers and experts
Water contamination researchers and experts emphasize the importance of prioritizing public health and safety in decision-making processes. They provide valuable insights into the challenges associated with water contamination after wildfires and offer recommendations for mitigation strategies. Their expertise should guide the development of policies and regulations to ensure the safety of the water supply.
Importance of public health and safety in decision-making
Public health and safety should be a top priority in all decision-making processes related to water safety. The potential health risks associated with contaminated water necessitate immediate and proactive measures to protect the well-being of the community. This requires effective communication, collaboration, and education to ensure that affected communities have the necessary information and resources to make informed decisions.
Communication and education for affected communities
Clear and consistent communication is essential in providing accurate information to affected communities. It is crucial to educate residents about the health risks associated with contaminated water and the steps they can take to protect themselves. This includes providing guidance on alternative water sources, testing protocols, and ongoing monitoring efforts. Engaging with the community and addressing their concerns is vital in building trust and ensuring effective decision-making.
Community Response and Support
Actions taken by Maui County to address water safety concerns
Maui County has taken immediate action to address the water safety concerns in the affected areas. This includes providing alternative water sources, such as bottled water and water buffalos, and conducting comprehensive testing of the water supply. The county’s response demonstrates its commitment to the well-being of the community and its efforts to restore a safe water supply.
Support and resources available for impacted residents
Impacted residents have access to support and resources to help navigate the challenges associated with water safety concerns. This may include financial assistance, guidance on testing and purification measures, and information on health services. Collaborative efforts from government agencies, non-profit organizations, and community members ensure that the affected residents receive the necessary support during this difficult time.
Collaboration with government agencies and organizations
Collaboration between government agencies and organizations is crucial in addressing water safety concerns effectively. By working together, resources can be pooled, expertise can be shared, and strategies can be developed to mitigate the impact of water contamination. The collective effort of various stakeholders plays a vital role in safeguarding the health and well-being of the community.
Summary of Maui water safety concerns
The wildfires in Hawaii have highlighted significant water safety concerns in Maui. The damage to drinking water pipes, the infiltration of toxic chemicals, and the limitations of filtering and purification systems have raised alarming issues for residents. The health risks associated with contaminated water necessitate immediate action and ongoing monitoring to ensure the safety of the water supply.
Importance of proactive measures and ongoing monitoring
Proactive measures, such as testing, filtration, and education, are crucial in addressing water safety concerns. Ongoing monitoring is necessary to track progress and validate the restoration of a safe water supply. By taking these proactive measures and maintaining vigilant monitoring, the community can minimize the risks associated with water contamination.
The need for comprehensive policies and regulations
The challenges faced by Maui in ensuring water safety highlight the need for comprehensive policies and regulations. These policies should address the prevention, mitigation, and response to water contamination after wildfires. By implementing effective policies and regulations, authorities can better protect the health and well-being of the community and ensure the long-term availability of safe water.
In conclusion, the water safety concerns in Maui after the California fires require immediate and sustained attention. Communities must adhere to the warnings issued by authorities, minimize contact with contaminated water, and explore alternative water sources. Testing and validation protocols must be followed to ensure the safety of the water supply, and expert opinions and recommendations should guide decision-making. The collaboration between government agencies, experts, and the community is essential in addressing these concerns effectively. By taking proactive measures and implementing comprehensive policies, Maui can restore its water supply and safeguard the health and well-being of its residents.


Trickster Theatre is Coming! |
Trickster Theatre is Coming!
The parent council has worked hard to raise funds and we are fortunate to have received an Alberta Foundation for the Arts grant to host a drama residency for all students grade 3-12 at Hugh Sutherland. Trickster Theatre, a performing arts company will be creating an original show with all students during the week of February 13-17. We are excited to be able to expose students to the arts in this manner and hope that you will mark your calendar to enjoy the show at 7:00 pm, Thursday, February 16. In the morning of Friday, February 17, students will perform the show again, so students can see each other’s performances.
Please visit the Trickster Theatre website http://www.trickstertheatre.com/index.html for information about the residency program.


Below is the press release from Stern:
CHICAGO, IL. and SAN DIEGO, CA--July 15, 2019— Stern Pinball, Inc., a global lifestyle brand based on the iconic and outrageously fun modern American game of pinball, announced today its return to San Diego Comic-Con International as both an exhibitor and a third-year partner of this massive event. Stern Pinball is slated to have its biggest Comic-Con presence to date with the unveiling of a new game, limited edition show exclusives, a live music show, and the return of the popular Pinball Lounge at the Marriott Marquis.
Attendees can find Stern Pinball with promo partners Nuclear Blast America and Rebellion Republic at booth #501 in Hall A of the San Diego Convention Center. Fans eager to meet El Hijo Del Santo, Jessica Pimentel (Maria from the hit Netflix original series Orange is the New Black) and more are encouraged to pick up a signing schedule at the booth.
“Comic-Con is one of our favorite events every year and this year is no different,” said Gary Stern, Chairman and CEO of Stern Pinball. “We will be unveiling a new game, providing special show exclusives, bringing the most pinball games that we’ve ever brought, and sponsoring a can’t miss Comic-Con after party.”
Below is from Stern's web site:
Stern Pinball’s Star Wars™ Pin™ is a new stylish, affordable and fun pinball machine designed and engineered for the home. Stern’s new Star Wars™ Pin™ immerses players in the dynamic Star Wars™ galaxy. The Pin™ is packed with features that provide players with an irresistible game experience including select speech and footage from the original Star Wars™ trilogy, color-changing playfield inserts, a custom sculpted Death Star, and a custom sculpted and interactive TIE fighter.
The easy to setup Star Wars™ Pin™ is built to last and engineered with genuine Stern commercial-quality parts. The playfield is housed in a stylish cabinet with dynamic, high definition artwork. The all-LED playfield lighting provides optimal color and brilliant light shows.
“The Star Wars™ Pin™ is designed to provide quality family entertainment and bring pinball fun to homes everywhere,” said Gary Stern, Chairman and CEO of Stern Pinball, Inc. “We are pleased to bring these pinball machines celebrating the Star Wars™ galaxy and adventures to our fans.”
Complementing the immersive theme and exciting gameplay experience, Stern Pinball’s powerful SPIKE™ electronics hardware system enables high-definition graphics and innovative animations. SPIKE™ reduces system complexity and energy usage, resulting in enhanced reliability and simplified servicing.


New South Weald CC Season Announcement 2021
New South Weald CC Season Announcement 2021 - Posted 5th April
With the season now less than two weeks away, it's almost time to start thinking about playing some cricket!
As every season though, there are jobs to do around the ground to make sure we are fully ready and there is a planned work party on the 10th April.
There are also several announcements for club members to be aware of ahead of the 2021 season.
Please see the below updates.
Nets will officially start from Wednesday 7th April. This will of course be subject to the weather and COVID Guidelines (see full details at bottom of page). As per usual, nets will be on the back-pitch until the end of April where we can start using the main pitch.
The club plans to use 'Doodle' for availability in the 2021 season as this proved a success last year. More details will follow later in the week.
Our first pre-season game is on Saturday 17th April which is a home game against Abridge.
There is currently no game planned for the 18th, but if we cannot find any opposition then the club will look to arrange an inter-club T20 friendly.
For the full list of fixtures, please refer to the links below:
Other Playing Updates
For the first time in 16 years, the club will be competing in the national village cup. See the full article here.
We also have a total of 5 mid-week T20 games organised and will be part of the newly formed 'Mid-Week T20 Essex League'. Games will start from the end of May and run until mid-August
Subs / Membership
Subs will remain the same price as they have been for previous years, however the committee has agreed to review membership fees on a case-by-case basis for those who have not been able to work/been unemployed due to the challeneges of Covid.
Please see the breakdown below of fees for the 2021 season:
Senior Membership - £85
Junior Players (U18) & Students - £40
Social Membership - £30
Family Membership (1 adult & 1 junior player) - £85
South Weald Fantasy League
As you might have seen from other posts, the South Weald Fantasy league is back for the 2021 season. For more details, see the full article here.
For those looking to buy club kit ahead of the 2021 season, please see the links below:
New Car Park
For those who might not have been able to get up the club this year. South Weald has a new car park, you can find the article here.
The club will be looking to acquire a new mower to replace the existing machinery in the 2021 season. Following the recent successful crowdfunder, and getting an additional grant in, the search has already begun with an aim to have something sorted by May.
The club is still actively looking for new sponsors ahead of the 2021 season. If you know any local businesses that you think might benefit from the exposure we offer then please get in contact via our email address email@example.com and we can send over our full sponsorship opportunity pack.
COVID Updates - Full Roadmap to cricket returning in 2021


KaiOS Linux 4.0 Server Edition Coming Soon
On May 20th, 2020 it has been announced that a new KaiOS 4.0 server edition will be released early fall 2020. This will be released for x86, amd64 and ARM architecture. It will no longer require PXE booting and fully install able. A pre-built Open Virtualization Appliance images will be released as well in order to take advantage of running KaiOS in a virtual machine.
Some of the new features will include the following:
- Open SSH server/client
- NFS server/client
- IP tables firewall
- Anti-virus scanning
- Web server
- DHCP server/client
- Sendmail server
- IMAP server
- DNS server
- Packet manager for easy application installation
- Upgradable with backward compatibility including a long time support cycle (LTS)
KaiOS Linux will continue to be a minimal Linux distribution that can be scale from small to large infrastructures. The goal is to have a small, clean and safe environment while maintaining 100% open source. Let’s make KaiOS a leader in small, micro Linux user space.
*Estimated release date will be mid September, 2020.


The Giant Panda breeding season has now come and gone. Unfortunately Wang Wang and Funi were not successful this time around. As the pair is still so young it was decided to allow them another natural mating attempt this year. This decision was made to ensure the team, and the pandas, had the chance to experience two full breeding seasons naturally to further develop and learn from what occurred last year. There were many positives to come from this year's season. It seems the continued introductions between Wang Wang and Funi throughout the year really helped. Funi, again, did remarkably well and seemed much more composed this year, trying to stop most of the play behavior from creeping in. Wang Wang also improved this year, particularly on the second day of introductions when he showed he had the ability to take control of the interactions and be a more dominant male.
Wang Wang and Funi are a compatible pair but a bit too young still to mate successfully.


The problem of violence against women, especially on public places, is that a catcall or a hurtful disagreement between two strangers might just not be our problem. Many cases of harassment have been reported with the unfortunate mention: “many people saw it, but nobody did anything”.
The classical “bystander effect” is perfectly visible in cases like these: with no sense of responsibility towards what they see and the fact that it doesn’t seem to be an emergency, people tend to avoid any kind of uncomfortable situation.
But this can get a bit extreme.
A Swedish organization called STHLM Panda created a social experiment inside of an elevator to show how people react when someone is suffering from violence close to them. Out of 53 people, only one stood up for the victim:
The fact is that bystanders tend not to get involved to avoid becoming a victim themselves. In extreme cases like these, it’s important to get more people involved in order to avoid that. But in the majority of cases, people just take harassment as a normal part of their everyday life.
The ugliness of our society
Just last night, the memorial of 23-year-old Tugce Albayrak, killed by harassers outside of a Mc Donald’s parking lot in a town near Frankfurt, was marked by tributes around the whole country. But Tugce was not a typical victim of harassment: she was a bystander who decided to intervene when she saw two girls being harassed in the bathroom. After the incident, when she was leaving the restaurant, she was hit and was in coma for two weeks before her parents decided to turn off the life support equipment.
In San Francisco, a man was stabbed by a harasser that kept provoking him and his girlfriend into a fight after catcalling her. According to Schwartz, “it turned violent very quickly”.
The brutality of the crimes is just as big as the banality of them. A group of young men decide to attack women, get called on it and violently beat the one who stoop up for the girls. When did it become so normal to take on a violent rage against a person who doesn’t agree with one’s behavior?
Another video, this time from India, shows two girls reacting to harassment inside of a bus while bystanders either did nothing or even laughed at the scene:
The video went viral and the two sisters have been celebrated in the country for their courage. The man who harassed them has been caught by the police.
What can we do?
There are many different ways bystanders can help the ones being attacked without getting hurt themselves. A simple “are you ok?” to the victim can go a long way.
A very helpful collection of tips for bystanders was made by Stop Street Harassment organization. According to the text, “many of the suggestions that do not directly challenge a harasser, such as asking the woman if she wants help or asking the harasser what time it is, are excellent to use when one is not sure if it is harassment that is occurring, if they do not want to dis-empower the woman, or if they fear becoming the target of the harasser’s inappropriate behavior themselves. Something as simple as clearing one’s throat or coughing can help defuse a situation too, particularly if a harasser does not notice other people are around (such as on a dark street).”
In the case things get ugly, make sure you reach for support from others around you and call the police right away.


Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chadha’s Wedding is all set to embark on a beautiful journey of love and commitment as she prepares The couple is set to tie the knot on September 24 in the enchanting city of Udaipur, Rajasthan.
However, the two will commence their wedding celebrations in Delhi before heading to Udaipur for the main wedding ceremony. The “Ishaqzaade” actress has already reached Delhi to reportedly begin her wedding celebrations with her fiancé Raghav Chadha, the MP of the Aam Aadmi Party. Raghav Chadha was spotted at the Delhi airport. He came to receive Parineeti at the Delhi airport, and they were both spotted wearing matching blue shirts.
On Sunday, both of them participated in an Ardaas ceremony in Delhi. The Ardaas ceremony held in Delhi marked the beginning of their week-long pre-wedding celebrations leading up to their wedding in Udaipur on September 24.
Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chadha Wedding Date
Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chadha will tie the knot on September 24, 2023, in Udaipur. However, the wedding festivities commenced in Delhi on September 17. The festivities began with Ardaas and Shabad Kirtan, followed by small gatherings for the immediate family members on September 17. Afterwards, the entire family, along with the bride and groom, will proceed to Udaipur for the extravagant wedding.
The wedding rituals are scheduled to take place on September 23 and 24 at two beautiful venues: the Leela Palace and The Oberoi Udaivilas in Udaipur, Rajasthan. The couple is expecting to have over 200 wedding guests, including some of the renowned celebrities and politicians. According to sources, they have made arrangements to accommodate over 200 guests at the wedding functions, along with more than 50 VVIP guests.
Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chadha Wedding Venue
The couple plans to have their wedding rituals in two beautiful venues: the Leela Palace and The Oberoi Udaivilas. The main wedding will be held in Leela Palace Hotel, one of the most beautiful properties in Udaipur, Rajasthan. The Leela Palace is conveniently located right next to the picturesque Lake Pichola, offering breathtaking views of the lake, Taj Hotel, City Palace, and more. The hotel offers three exquisite wedding venues, Mewar, Mewar Terris, and Marwar, where all the wedding rituals will take place.
In addition to the Leela Palace and Udaivilas, bookings have been made at three other nearby hotels. Intelligence officers have conducted inspections at the hotels due to the high importance of the VVIP guests. Two months ago, Raghav Chadha and Parineeti Chopra visited Udaipur to personally inspect the hotel locations.
In addition to the lovely accommodations for the bride and groom, the hotel has also arranged stunning suites for Parineeti’s and Raghav’s VVIP wedding guests.
Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chadha Wedding Invite and Theme
The couple recently shared their wedding invite online. According to the wedding invitation, the theme of the wedding is ‘A Pearl White Indian Wedding.’ The ceremony will be held on September 24. It will begin with Shehra Bandi at 1 PM at the Taj Lake Palace in Udaipur. Following the ceremony, there will be a reception at The Leela Palace’s Courtyard. The reception will have a romantic theme, titled “A Night of Amore.” The day before the event, there will be a welcome lunch and a ’90s Edition’ party at The Leela Palace.
Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chadha Wedding Rituals
Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chadha’s wedding will be held on September 24 in Udaipur, Rajasthan. However, the wedding festivities commenced in Delhi on September 17. The festivities began with Ardaas and Shabad Kirtan, followed by small gatherings for the immediate family members on September 17. The wedding rituals are scheduled to take place on September 23 and 24 at the Leela Palace, Udaipur.
According to reports, the couple has planned a unique wedding procession. As per the plans, Raghav Chadha plans to have a wedding procession on a boat. The wedding procession is scheduled to take place on September 24. Prior to that, there will be a Shehra Bandi event at the Hotel Taj in the midst of Lake Pichola. After that, Raghav will lead the wedding party to the Taj Hotel for Parineeti.
The wedding procession will be on a beautiful boat, after which the couple will arrive at the nearby Hotel Leela. Preparations for their event are going on in full swing. The boat will be decorated in exquisite Mewari tradition.
Pre-wedding celebrations, such as haldi, mehendi, and ladies’ sangeet, are scheduled to commence on September 23. A reception will be held in Gurugram, Haryana, after the wedding.
As per the wedding invitation, Raghav’s Sehrabandi is scheduled to take place on September 24 at 1 PM at the Taj Lake Palace in Udaipur. The Baarat is scheduled to begin at 2 PM.
The ceremonies are scheduled to begin at 3:30 PM at Leela Palace and will conclude with the Vidai ceremony at 6:30 PM.
A wedding reception will be held later at the Courtyard of the Leela Palace, specifically for close friends and family.
Prior to the main event, attendees will enjoy a welcome lunch with a delightful “Trains of Love” theme, followed by a lively “90’s Edition” party on September 23, hosted at the prestigious Leela Palace.
Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chadha’s Wedding Guests
Undoubtedly, Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chadha’s wedding is going to be one of the biggest events of B-town. It is anticipated that the couple will have VVIP guests from the political world as well as the entertainment scene. According to the sources, Arvind Kejriwal, the Chief Minister of Delhi and AAP supremo, as well as Bhagwant Mann, the Chief Minister of Punjab, will be attending the wedding. In addition, Parineeti Chopra’s cousin, Priyanka Chopra, her husband, Nick Jonas, and their daughter, Maltie, will also be attending the event.
Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chadha Engagement
Parineeti and Raghav got engaged at the Kapurthala House in Delhi on May 13. The ceremony was attended by several prominent politicians, including Delhi’s CM Arvind Kejriwal, Bhagwant Mann, former union ministers P Chidambaram and Kapil Sibal, and Shiv Sena leader Aaditya Thackeray. In addition, Parineeti’s cousin and actor, Priyanka Chopra, also flew to India for a day to attend the function.
About Parineeti Chopra
Parineeti Chopra is a renowned Indian actress. She has acted in over 20 films and has delivered some noteworthy performances. She made her acting debut in 2011 with the romantic comedy “Ladies vs. Ricky Bahl.” She even won the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut. The 34-year-old actress recently co-starred with Amitabh Bachchan, Anupam Kher, and others in the film Uunchai. Parineeti has been honoured with a number of accolades, including a National Film Award as well as a Filmfare Award. Since 2013, she has also been included in the Celebrity 100 list that Forbes India publishes. It’s not just that! She lately began drawing attention from the public for her singing talents. She’s been getting a lot more attention ever since she started posting videos of herself singing online.
About Raghav Chadha
Raghav Chadha is a renowned political figure. He is associated with the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). He is 34 years old and the youngest Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha from Punjab. Prior to his election as MLA for the Rajendra Nagar assembly constituency in Delhi in 2022, he served as the former Vice Chairman of the Delhi Jal Board. Raghav Chadha joined politics in the year 2011 with the India Against Corruption movement, founded by Anna Hazare. He initially crossed paths with Arvind Kejriwal during the Anna Hazare’s India Against Corruption Movement only. Raghav Chadha has been an active member of the Aam Aadmi Party ever since the party was established.
Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chadha Love Story
Both Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chadha have known each other for several years now. They first met in London when both of them went there for their further studies. They studied together at the London School of Economics and have been friends since then. Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chadha started to get traction when they were seen leaving a restaurant in Mumbai together in March this year. The news that the two were seeing each other quickly spread after a photo of them leaving the restaurant went viral. After knowing each other for too long, the two decided to get wed-locked this year. The two got engaged on May 13 at Kapurthala House in Delhi.
We wish both of them a very happy wedding and a great married life!
Stay tuned to know more about the Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chadha’s wedding.
Happy Wedding… 😊 😊


Reef Television and BBC Two tonight won the Czech Crystal award at the Golden Prague TV Festival for their 60 minute drama documentary Messiah at the Foundling Hospital which told the extraordinary story of how Handel’s Messiah helped raise vital funds for Thomas Coram’s Foundling Hospital rescuing tens of thousands of abandoned children from London’s streets.
The drama documentary presented by historian Amanda Vickery and BBC Radio 3 presenter Tom Service was part of the BBC’s cross-channel arts season, Eighteenth Century Britain: Majesty, Music and Mischief. It was executive produced by Ben Weston, Head of Specialist Factual at Reef Television and ordered by Jan Younghusband, BBC’s Head of Commissioning, Music and Events TV.
Kim Shillinglaw, Controller of BBC Two, commented: “BBC TWO is delighted that Messiah at the Foundling Hospital has won this prestigious international award which recognises the channel's role in showcasing the very best music and arts programmes as well as the hard work and dedication of the commissioning and production team.”
Richard Farmbrough, Managing Director Reef Television commented: “Winning the Czech Crystal is a wonderful accolade for this ambitious and profoundly moving film. I am delighted that the hard work of the production team, led by Ben Weston, and the eloquence of presenters Tom Service and Amanda Vickery has been recognised by the jury here at The Golden Prague Festival. Our thanks go to all our talented musicians and performers along with Jan Younghusband at the BBC for helping us bring to life the extraordinary story of Messiah at The Foundling Hospital.”


Mr. Andrew Berlin, South Bend Cubs owner, will be the featured speaker at the 2015 Superintendent’s Luncheon on Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2015. In addition, P-H-M Superintendent Dr. Jerry Thacker will give the State of the Corporation address. WSBT-TV 22 morning news anchor and P-H-M parent Bob Montgomery served as emcee.
This unique setting brings together more than 325 community members at Windsor Park in Mishawaka, Indiana. The event is a fundraiser for the P-H-M Education Foundation and supports innovative grants.
Thank you to TCU for its presenting sponsorship of the annual fall event held at Windsor Park, Mishawaka.


The Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber has a vital role in fostering economic development in the Capital City. With the support of business, community and government leaders from across the region, the Chamber has become a catalyst for Trenton’s economic revitalization and growth.
The Chamber’s “Growing in Trenton” program highlights opportunities for growth in the Capital City. Leveraging its strategic partnerships with Greater Trenton and the Trenton Downtown Association, the Chamber identifies compelling speakers and panelists who regularly join with Mayor Reed Gusciora to tell the story of Trenton’s growth opportunities.
Economic development across the entire region is fundamental to the work of the Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber. The Chamber’s “Growing in Trenton” program recognizes the vital role of the Capital City in the economic health of the entire region.
Recent past programming included:
- Matthew Bergheiser, President of the University City District in Philadelphia, on lessons in successful community revitalization
- Peter Kasabach, Executive Director of New Jersey Future, on the residential revolution in Trenton
- Tom Szaky, CEO and Founder of TerraCycle, on the global impact of that innovative Trenton-based recycling company
- NJ State Treasurer Elizabeth Maher Muoio, on the State’s commitment to Trenton and the partnership underway focused on revitalizing the Capital
July 30, 2021: Growing Green Jobs in Trenton featuring Keynote Speaker Tom Szaky, founder of TerraCycle!
Join us Today!
For more information, please contact Christine Curnan, Vice President & Managing Director of the Trenton Economic Development Program.


George Dzyacky of 2ndpoint is the principal investigator in an academic and industrial consortium that has attracted funding from the U.S. Department of Energy to advance a patented technology that has demonstrated success in increasing the efficiency of the distillation and separation process for the petrol-chemical industry.
Distillation column flooding occurs at abnormally high vapor and/or liquid rates. The loss in tray efficiencies is attributed to unusual behavior of liquid inventories inside the column leading to situations of flooding of the space in between trays with liquid. Depending on the severity of the flood, consequences range from off spec products to equipment damage and tower shutdown.
The Flooding Predictor is an advanced process control strategy comprising a patented pattern-recognition methodology that identifies pre-flood patterns discovered to precede flooding events in distillation and separation columns. The technology prevents flooding and controls columns closer to the incipient flood point by shifting the control objective from delta-pressure to pre-flood.
The grantee holds a U. S. patent on the modeling system. The current project, “Distillation Column Flooding Predictor” is funded in part by the U. S. Department of Energy. Forty-nine percent of the project will be financed by federal funds, totaling $444,000. The technology was independently validated at the Separations Research Program, The University of Texas at Austin under a previous grant from the U. S. Department of Energy, Inventions and Innovation Program.
The primary objective of the current U.S. Department of Energy, Cooperative Agreement is to develop the Flooding Predictor into a universally useable, commercially applicable tool that will decrease energy consumption in the domestic petrol-chemical industry and maximize the separation yield of distillation columns.


Stoughton Co-Operative Bank Welcomes New Senior Loan Officer
Luis C. Fortuna, President and CEO of Stoughton Co-Operative Bank, has announced the hiring of Melissa Weber as Senior Loan Officer.
Weber brings over 30 years of experience in consumer, residential and commercial lending as well as relationship management to Stoughton Co-Operative Bank. Before joining the team, she served as Senior Vice President, Mortgage Banking & Consumer Lending Officer at MountainOne from 2018-2020, and most recently as Vice President, Mortgage & Consumer Lending at Dean Bank.
“We are excited to welcome Melissa to the Bank. Her breadth of knowledge around lending and the banking industry will help us continue to better serve our neighbors in Stoughton and the other communities we serve,” said Fortuna.


We have such a wonderful school! I’d like to thank everyone for your support with the Panther Prowl Walk-A-Thon. We raised over $30,000. That is unbelievable. This money will be used to buy computers. Today, we had our pajama party day, and during the Pep Rally we announced the winners of the prizes from the Panther Prowl Walk-A-Thon. At our March Pep Rally, which will be held on March 15, students will be able to slime and ice me. For reaching $25,000, students won no uniforms the last week of school. Congratulations to all!
I’d also like to thank PTA and everyone that participated in the 5K Run and MusicFest last Saturday! It was also a huge success.
Our students are very busy learning and preparing for spring testing. I’d like to remind everyone that students should be doing i-Ready at home at least 45 minutes a week per subject. We are continuing to promote the Math Fact fluency challenge for those students in grades 3, 4, and 5. Please encourage your children to learn their multiplication and division math facts.
Please Save the Date for Friday, May 17, from 5:00 – 8:00 for our Spring Showcase. This is a special time where our students get to “show off” and we highlight all the wonderful things that are happening at our school.
Thanks so much for all you do for our students!
Gaye Holt, Principal


We are all obsessed with fashion. We all love to keep our wardrobe up to date with trends. But, I am extremely sorry to say, some of us prefer fashion over style. And multiples of quite cheap products over the ethically-made ones.
"Fashion fades, only style remains the same." - Coco Chanel
|"We have more clothes than at any other time in history, but have become less and less fulfilled and secure in our purchases, precisely because we have become such passive consumers. We watch, we follow, we pick of the retail and we find ourselves at the cash till." says Lucy Siegle, the author of To Die For: Is Fashion Wearing Out the World? This is a great example of what we have become over the years; herdlike, careless and more selfish.
Greenpeace International has commissioned a new investigation that delves even further into the hazardous chemicals used in the production of high street fashion clothes we are wearing. The results are alarming. It exposes the links between textile manufacturing facilities using toxic chemicals and water pollution and some of the well-known brands. According to the investigation report there are certain facts with dismal consequences we can not ignore.
While fast fashion brands continue to use our public waterways like their own private sewers, threatening people's livelihoods and health, we have a right to know more about the chemicals they are releasing. We must demand more transparency.
If we don't change our shopping habits and be more cautious about the environmental effects of our purchases, this carelessness will eventually cause major damage to our planet. As global citizens and consumers we should all collectively use our influence to enact this change. Greenpeace calls us to act NOW and demands governments and brands to detox our futures. I too believe from the bottom of my heart this is just the beginning. A post-toxic world is not only desirable, it's possible. Together we can create it.


Major Christopher M. Cooper Endowed Air Force ROTC Excellence Fund
The Major Christopher M. Cooper Endowed Air Force ROTC Excellence Fund was established in memory of Major Cooper, who died an untimely death when the B-52 he piloted crashed off the coast of Guam on July 21, 2008. The endowment, established by Christopher’s father, Michael Cooper, and his brother, Timothy Cooper, supports the Air Force Reserve Officers’ Training Corps at the University of Texas.
Christopher M. Cooper
Christopher Cooper wanted to fly since he was a four-year-old. Turning that dream into a reality, Christopher went through the Air Force ROTC program while at the University of Texas. He was commissioned as a second lieutenant in 1997 after graduating with majors in psychology and aeronautics. He served two tours of duty, one in Afghanistan and one in Iraq, where he received a bronze star for his work as an Air Force liaison officer. According to his father, Christopher Cooper loved his career and was proud to be an Air Force pilot. The Major Christopher M. Cooper Endowed Air Force ROTC Excellence Fund will support University of Texas students who, like Christopher, are passionate about flying and want to serve their country.


Quectel Wireless Solutions, a global IoT solutions provider, is thrilled to announce that the Quectel EG915U module, has received approval from the National Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (NTRA) of Egypt.
The approval from NTRA is a significant milestone for Quectel, affirming the EG915U module’s compliance with the regulatory standards and requirements set by the Egyptian government.
This recognition further solidifies Quectel’s commitment to delivering high-quality, reliable, and compliant solutions for the rapidly evolving Internet of Things (IoT) landscape and with this approval from NTRA, businesses and developers in Egypt can confidently integrate the EG915U module into their IoT devices, ensuring compliance with local regulations and standards.
Quectel’s EG915U is a series of LTE Cat 1 modules, meticulously tailored for Machine-to-Machine (M2M) and Internet of Things (IoT) applications. Boasting impressive data rates of up to 10Mbps downlink and 5Mbps uplink, this series is engineered to meet the demands of high-performance connectivity.
“We are proud to receive the approval from NTRA, highlighting the excellence and compliance of our EG915U module,” commented Norbert Muhrer, President and CSO, Quectel Wireless Solutions.
“Quectel is dedicated to providing state-of-the-art IoT solutions, and this approval is a testament to our commitment to meeting the diverse needs of the global IoT ecosystem.”
Designed in a compact and unified form factor, the EG915U series seamlessly integrates with Quectel’s versatile multi-mode modules such as EG91, EG95, BG95, and BG96. This compatibility ensures a smooth transition between 2G and 4G networks, facilitating adaptability to diverse industry applications. Whether migrating between different network generations or catering to specific industry requirements, the EG915U series stands as a reliable and efficient solution.
The module boasts a comprehensive suite of internet protocols, industry-standard interfaces, and versatile functionalities, including USB drivers compatible with Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10, and 11, Linux, and Android. This enables the module to cater to a diverse array of M2M and IoT applications. These applications span various sectors, encompassing Point of Sale (POS), Proof of Concept (PoC), Electronic Toll Collection (ETC), shared equipment, data cards, energy control and monitoring, security and protection, as well as industrial Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs).


Samsung just announced the world’s first-ever 5G smartphone - and it’s a Galaxy! This incredibly powerful 5G smartphone, referred to as the Samsung Galaxy 10 5G, was announced during the unveiling ceremony for the Galaxy 10 lineup. While launch deals are live for the Galaxy S10, S10e, and S10+, it’s still going to be awhile before the S10 5G is ready for purchase. That said, the phone will debut this year and industry analysts can’t stop talking about what this means for the cellular market. In short, 5G technology is the game changer we’ve been waiting for, and the Samsung Galaxy S10 5G will be the first major phone to capitalize on these blazing-fast networks. Read on for our first real look at Samsung’s new 5G galaxy phone, or order the S10, S10e, or S10+ now if you don’t want to hold out for the 5G model.
Samsung Galaxy S10 5G specs
First, let’s review some specs. The Samsung Galaxy S10 5G will be modeled after the Galaxy S10+, which is the largest of the three currently available S10 phones. That said, the Galaxy 10 5G gets even more favorable stats. For starters, the new phone gets a 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED screen, which is 0.3 inches larger than the display on the S10+. Next, the triple-lens camera on the back of the S10+ is getting upgraded to a four-lens camera, and both the front- and rear-facing cameras will have enhanced abilities to replicate depth of field in photographs. The S10 5G is getting a better battery, and Samsung is certain to load the phone with additional apps and improvements. Like the S10+, expect the new S10 5G to strike a nice middle ground between smartphone and tablet; not as big as the Note series, but absolutely optimal for gaming and videos.
Samsung has yet to announce how much this phone will cost, although industry analysts expect the cost to eclipse $1,500. The Samsung Galaxy Fold (which was also announced alongside the S10 lineup) will cost $1,980 upon its rollout, and a 5G version of the Fold is expected to follow for more than $2,000. This will not be an inexpensive phone, but count on Samsung, T-Mobile, AT&T, and other cellular providers making some attractive offers for willing buyers - perhaps even bundling 5G and streaming services that might entice people to cut ties with cable.
5G Phone Networks
Of course, the best part of the upcoming Galaxy S10 5G is its compatibility with the 5G cellular networks that are rolling out now in cities throughout the United States. Sprint, Verizon, AT&T and others are already investing in 5G technology, which has the potential to top out at data speeds of 10 GB per second - literally one hundred times faster than current industry-standard 4G networks. With speeds like that, it’s no wonder why many are referring to 5G as “wireless fiber,” a reference to blazing-fast (but hard to acquire) fiber-optic networks. With the Samsung Galaxy S10 5G on a certified 5G network, it will likely be possible to download a two-hour movie in just 3.6 seconds - a huge leap over the 6 minutes it would normally take on typical 4G networks. Not only is this great for smartphones, but wireless phone plans might soon be replacing traditional internet services offered by companies like Cox and Comcast.
What else do we know about the Samsung S10 5G? It will have fast wireless charging 2.0 and Wireless PowerShare for reverse charging. It will come with 8GB of RAM, 256 GB of storage space, and no microSD slot. It will feature rear cameras of 16 and 12 megapixels and a 10MP front-facing camera. Security features will include an embedded fingerprint scanner and cutting-edge face recognition software. Its octa-core processor is expected to handle any apps with ease.
In short, now is a great time to be a smartphone enthusiast. The rise of 5G cellular technology is going to change the landscape of the entire cell phone market, and no mobile device is better-positioned to capitalize on these changes than the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S10 5G.