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2 traffic islands to be built at Causeway

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A plan is under way to build two artificial service islands near the coasts of Bahrain and Saudi Arabia to accommodate rising numbers of passenger cars and cargo trucks, a senior official said here recently.

King Fahd Causeway Authority chief Badr Al-Otaishan unveiled the plan during a meeting with causeway officials and Eastern Province Gov. Prince Saud bin Naif.

The present island will be turned into a recreational and tourist attraction.

Al-Otaishan said the project includes the construction of the two artificial islands over 600,000 square meters each. These will accommodate up to 4,000 small vehicles per hour in each direction. Inspection yards will accommodate 400 trucks and a waiting area for trucks with a capacity to accommodate 400, in addition to other facilities.

The bridge has been undergoing development since 2008, which contributes to easing travel procedures and traffic movement.

Prince Saud urged causeway workers to speed up procedures for travelers between Saudi Arabia and Bahrain but said security and safety procedures should not be compromised. We want to facilitate matters, but we dont want to disrupt our work, he said.

We encourage them to maintain the safety of the country. There is no room for complacency in the field of security and safety, he said.

Prince Saud said there has been a four-fold increase in the number of travelers crossing the bridge and plans are underway to ease the congestion. These solutions will take time, and both countries are working hard to speed up the implementation process and ease the current congestion especially during peak hours, he said.

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Report: Codenames for AMD Volcanic Islands GPUs Revealed

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Some information has come to light regarding the codenames for (some of) the upcoming Volcanic Islands GPUs.

The folks from over at SemiAccurate have made a very detailed analysis of the codenames of the upcoming Volcanic Islands GPUs, and they have come up with some interesting results.

For starters, the leaked codenames belong to two groups, the Radeon group and the FirePro group of GPUs. They are allegedly as follows:

AMD Volcanic Islands Radeon:

AMD Volcanic Islands FirePro:

What appears is that the FirePro "Gemini" will not feature two XTGL chips, but rather two GL40 chips. The possible reason for this would be to keep the card's TDP below the accepted maximum of 375 W. The GL40 parts would be either cut-down versions of the XTGL parts, or cherry picked parts that run well on low voltages.

From the information provided we cannot say yet whether one of these parts would be a flagship part or not, though it does indicate that there will be at least six Hawaii-based GPUs.

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CLIMATE CHANGE | Rising seas washing away Marshall Islands leader’s home

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By: Giff Johnson, Agence France-Presse June 26, 2013 10:19 AM

A handout photo shows the effects of climate change on a graveyard on the Marshall Islands atoll of Ailinglaplap, that birthplace of its president, Christopher Loeak, that is slowly sinking as sea levels rise. (AFP/Office of Environmental Planning and Policy Coordination)

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MAJURO -- As the US urges world leaders to ramp up action on climate change, the leader of one small island chain in the North Pacific Ocean has already got the message -- watching helplessly as rising seas slowly erode his birthplace.

The idyllic beaches on the island of Buoj where Marshall Islands President Christopher Loeak fished as a boy are already submerged, and the ever-encroaching ocean now threatens to wash away roads, schools and airstrips.

"The end of the island gets shorter every year. Some places we used to stand on the beach to fish are now in the water," Loeak, 60, told AFP.

Buoj is one of 52 islands in Ailinglaplap, an atoll that a Marshall Islands survey found was one of its most vulnerable to climate change.

"I have great attraction to Ailinglaplap," Loeak said in the capital, Majuro. "I can live on other islands, but I was born and raised there. I always think about going back there to live."

The Marshalls, an island nation of some 70,000 people about halfway between Australia and Hawaii, will have a rare moment in the international spotlight in September, when it hosts the annual Pacific Islands Forum.

Loeak said he wanted to use the opportunity to send a strong message to the world, particularly larger polluting nations, about the need for action to slow down climate change.

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Aimbridge Hospitality Chosen to Manage Leading Oceanfront Resort Property in St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands

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DALLAS, June 25, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --Aimbridge Hospitality announced that it has been selected to manage the iconic Sugar Bay Resort & Spa on the island of St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, effective immediately. Sugar Bay, located only eight miles from the international airport, is nestled on 31 lush acres of a beachfront mountainside, overlooking some of the most panoramic oceanviews in the Caribbean. The 294 rooms and suite all-inclusive resort is just minutes away from world-acclaimed Magens Bay and a short drive from the cruise docks, Red Hook ferry, St. Thomas duty-free shopping and an 18-hole championship golf course.

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A known leader in the operation and management of hotels and resorts both in the US and throughout the Caribbean, Aimbridge Hospitality will oversee the revitalization of this well-known resort. Dave Johnson, president and CEO of Aimbridge Hospitality revealed, "Our plans for this Caribbean treasure are to enhance this beachfront retreat into an upscale all-inclusive resort with the signature programming, food and beverage and service levels that are the platform for the hotels and resorts in the Aimbridge portfolio, including our prestigious Jewel Resorts."

A multi-million capital investment is planned for this destination resort later this year. Aimbridge senior vice president of Caribbean operations and development, Rich Cortese, announced the renovation and upgrade plan, which will be completed by late 2013. "Our master plan for one of the most picturesque properties in the Caribbean is to transform this resort into a four star all-inclusive resort, with a timeless and unique contemporary new look," explained Cortese. "We strive to surprise and excite our guests with product and service levels, which are paramount for the ultimate destination resort experience," emphasized Mr. Cortese.

The U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism is pleased to welcome Aimbridge Hospitality to the U.S. Virgin Islands. "We have a strong public-private sector partnership in the Territory, and we continue to welcome healthy alliances as we position tourism as a major engine of economic growth," stated Beverly Nicholson-Doty, Commissioner of Tourism, U.S. Virgin Islands.

The upgrades and enhancements for Sugar Bay include a dramatic redesign, imagined by the evocative designer Paul Vega of VLDG.inc, one of New York City's most watched boutique design firms (www.vldg.com). Vega and his creative partner, Vennie Lau, are known for their unique residential and luxe hotel designs; creating unexpected and memorable guest experiences, with narratives complimentary of the local cultural and environmental heritage. Vega is developing a new lobby concept, guestrooms and suites, as well as the design of the signature Jade Samurai restaurant, tepanyaki and sushi bar, overlooking some of the most breathtaking views in the Caribbean. On a clear day, one can see St. John, U.S.Virgin Islands and the British Virgin Islands in the distance from this celebrated hotel vantage point, which also serves as a dramatic location for weddings. Paul Vega quoted, "Expect an unexpected guest experience for the new Sugar Bay; combining the naturally beautiful canvas of St. Thomas and surrounding islands, a wonderful seaside location and our unique relaxed, timeless interpretation, all the compliment for an unequivocally chic, modern Caribbean experience." Paul Vega's design vision will touch all areas of the landscape.

Sugar Bay Resort & Spa is a resort playground for its guests of all ages, and features a private, intimate beach, three interconnected fresh water pools and a poolside concierge, whose sole purpose is to spritz, pamper and service the resort guests. Activities such as sailing, snorkeling, kayaking and windsurfing are incorporated into the resort's all-inclusive guest packages. Other amenities include lighted tennis courts, miniature golf and one of the Caribbean's largest stand alone full-service spas, set steps away from the beach. Formerly Journeys Spa, the stylistic spa will be rebranded as The Radiant Spa, a Jewel Resorts brand concept.

Keeping children in mind, Sugar Bay Resort & Spa offers kids and parents a fun-filled Kids Klub for children ages 5-12 with a variety of recreational, educational and interactive activities, including non-motorized water sports, games, arts and crafts and even an Iguana feeding. The resort family programming offers activities for parents and children to experience Sugar Bay together.

Sugar Bay's self-contained convention center offers the most flexible meeting facilities on the island. Groups are offered 15,600 square feet of meeting space, including a 6,720 square foot Estate Ballroom that overlooks the Caribbean and accommodates 800, 12 conference rooms, an amphitheater with tiered seating, and three spacious outdoor terraces with Caribbean Sea vantage points and views. For reservations, contact http://www.sugarbayresortandspa.com or telephone 340.777.7100 or 800.927.7100.

About Aimbridge HospitalityAimbridge Hospitality is the nation's second largest independent hotel investment and management firms with a proven track record for delivering superior returns for its strategic partners in a variety of markets and economic cycles. Aimbridge provides management, asset management, development, renovation and consulting services. Based in Dallas, Texas and with development offices in Chicago, Dallas and Puerto Rico, Aimbridge currently owns and/or manages over 180 upscale, independent and branded hotels with nearly 25,000 rooms across the United States and the Caribbean, including such affiliations as Marriott, Hilton, Embassy Suites, DoubleTree, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton Inn & Suites, Aloft, Hyatt, Wyndham, Choice Hotels and the Phoenix Inn Suites chain of hotels. For more information on Aimbridge Hospitality, please visit http://www.aimbridgehospitality.com.

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Solomon Islands And Korea Signs Reforestation Project

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Solomon Islands And Korea Signs Reforestation Project

The Governments of Solomon Islands and the Republic of Korea have signed a Framework Arrangement to formalize the start of a Reforestation Project in Solomon Islands.

Minister of Foreign Affairs and External Trade Hon. Clay Forau Soalaoi and the outgoing Korean Ambassador to Solomon Islands Lee Whie-Jin signed the documents in Honiara today.

The milestone signing now opens the way for the reforestation project to begin with a Korean funding of SB$7.2 million to support the Governments reforestation program.

The project has been developed to build the capacity of Solomon Islands officials in terms of forestry training and will be implemented by the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) throughout this year.

The arrangement is part of a follow-up to the framework agreement on grant aid between the Republic of Korea and the Solomon Islands Government signed way back in March 2012.

Following todays signing; Forestry officials from Solomon Islands will undertake training in Korea while forestry experts from Korea will be dispatched to the country to assist in the implementation of the reforestation project.

Currently, KOICA is carrying out a project for the Solomon Islands Reforestation Master-plan to improve the living standard of Solomon Islanders by building capacity in forest resource management, sustainable environment and climate change response.

The signing of the arrangement is a milestone by the two governments and must be recognized as it signifies the way forward for both countries in terms of Koreas commitment to assist Solomon Islands forestry sector, said Foreign Minister Clay Forau.

He added that Solomon Islands greatly appreciates and acknowledges the timely assistance from Korea that will hugely support reforestation throughout the country.

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Proposed South Florida Avenue Project Adds Islands and Traffic Separators

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Published: Wednesday, June 26, 2013 at 12:00 a.m. Last Modified: Wednesday, June 26, 2013 at 3:44 a.m.

LAKELAND | A proposed project that would add pedestrian islands and traffic separators to South Florida Avenue met with concerns at a public hearing Tuesday from residents worried about increased traffic, safety and the impact on businesses.

The $469,000 Florida Department of Transportation project, which is tentatively scheduled to begin construction next summer, will add seven pedestrian refuge islands to the center turn lanes on South Florida Avenue stretching from Belmar Street to the Polk Parkway. But most of the concern was directed at three traffic separators planned near Edgewood Drive, Pablo Street and just north of Ariana Street.

The separators will be concrete barriers used to divide traffic in both directions, similar to the ones farther down South Florida Avenue, just south of the Polk Parkway.

The planned separators from Carey Place to Edgewood Drive, and then from Edgewood Drive to Pablo Street, will completely eliminate the middle lane, dividing it into two left-turn lanes at each intersection.

Laurie Gonzalez, who lives off South Florida Avenue near the planned dividers, said that stretch will become even more congested and cause traffic problems as cars try to turn left at Edgewood Drive.

"The left lane is too short. It will just push the traffic back into the regular lanes, and you already have to wait to turn there during rush hour," Gonzalez said.

Amy Blair, district resurfacing and minor design engineer for FDOT, said the islands should help pedestrians cross more safely at places without intersections and other signals, while the separators will help control traffic congestion at the busy intersections.

Blair said the FDOT considered business entrances when designing the barriers, but some of the accesses and driveways could be affected.

Gonzalez was not alone with concerns that the separator in front of Edgewood Plaza would hurt businesses in that area because drivers can't easily turn into them.

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