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Sunday, October 31, 2021

Four Reminders for Returning University Students


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When it comes to university, taking some time off can be beneficial. Some people may need to take a semester off to focus on home or work-related matters, while other people may choose to spend that time on other aspects of life. No matter what the reason may be for taking a break from university, there comes a time when a person has to return.

There are quite a few things that have to be done in order to fully prepare oneself for the return, ranging from making sure that a person has all of the necessary supplies to making sure that there are available resources to tackle extra work, such as essay writing services. Here are the four most important things to remember when returning to university.

1. Double Check the Necessary Supplies

One of the largest mistakes that people make when returning to university is that they may forget some of the necessary supplies. After all, when a person falls out of the habit of regular routine, such as going to class, it can be easy to begin misplacing supplies.

Most classes and courses will have a list of required items that can be checked off. Other times, a professor will be open to providing a list of required resources when asked. It is always best to be prepared for something that doesn’t happen than to be unprepared when something does happen, and this concept applies to having the supplies to do one’s best at university.

2. Review Goals and Programs

Depending on how much time has been taken off, it’s easy to forget what goals a person had in place for classes, majors, and scheduling. There’s a good chance that either an advisor knows what a person spoke about, or that there may be notes lying around with old coursework.

Whether people choose to stick with the same goals and programs that they started with in university or people choose to switch paths once a little bit more time has passed, it is always important to change the goalposts and plans as necessary. Nobody wants to get into a semester’s worth of classes only to feel as if they aren’t suited for the desired goal. A quick review of future plans can be incredibly helpful in this regard.

3. Review Resources to Rely on

Going back to university is a large undertaking for many people and as such, it is perfectly normal to feel overwhelmed at times. The best action that someone can take in regards to this is making sure that he or she has the right resources to rely on when courses get tough or begin throwing too much work for one person to handle.

Some examples of resources to rely on include study groups, tutoring sessions, or essay writing services like Homework Help Global. All of these can assist with helping people get the work done, understand what goes into the work, and know what to do for the course next.

4. Allow for Recreational Time

Last, but most certainly not least, it is important to make sure that people leave enough time for themselves. Recreational time can come in many forms depending on what people want to do with their spare time. Some people, particularly those who are more social, may find that hanging out with friends or family helps. Other people may find that going to gyms can fill their time nicely.

Plenty of people are content with sitting down and relaxing in their spare time. The point is that it is important to leave enough space for that time, as this will help people maintain their full focus for their courses.

DOTr ready to defend it's recommendation to.increase passenger capacity in public transportation


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The Department of Transportation (DOTr) is ready to defend its recommendation to increase passenger capacity in public transportation, road, and rail, with pilot implementation in Metro Manila, before the Inter-Agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases (IATF-EID) on Thursday, 28 October 2021.

During the Public hearing of the Subcommittee of the Senate Committee on Finance on the Proposed 2022 Budget of the DOTr and its attached agencies yesterday, 26 October 2021, Assistant Secretary for Road Transport and Infrastructure Steve Pastor said the Department has submitted to the IATF its formal position paper on the increase in passenger capacity for public transport.

The recommendation to increase passenger capacity in public transport is one of the measures being considered by the DOTr to help drivers and operators amid the pandemic and the continued increase of fuel prices. Pilot implementation will be in Metro Manila.

“Nakapag-submit na po ang road sector ng formal position paper na i-increase ang seating capacity from 50% na para po sa amin, kung masusunod ang Kagawaran, ay pwedeng maging 100% based on medical literature that is available. At the same time, we are ready to defend our position to IATF this Thursday. Alam naman natin na mayroon pa rin tayong dapat idulog sa IATF dahil this is not only a matter of public transportation but also a matter of public health,” Asec. Pastor said.

The DOTr's proposed passenger capacity increase in public transport, with a pilot run in Metro Manila, is anchored on the following arguments:

1. Metro Manila is now under Alert Level 3, which allows for more businesses to open, and more people going out, which resulted to greater demand for public transport. Studies have shown that reliance on complete face mask use and partial hand sanitizer use were proven enough to contain three very modest COVID-19 waves while preserving normal bus services. Other studies have also revealed that passengers in the high-risk zones (seats in the same row with an infected passenger and within 3 rows) had moderate but not significantly higher risk, and that “rigid” safe distancing rules are an oversimplification based on outdated science and experiences of past viruses.

2. The livelihood of public transport drivers and operators were severely affected with passenger capacity in public transport maintained at 50%. Increasing passenger capacity will mean a higher revenue for the public transport sector. This will be a welcome development considering the increase in expenses brought by increasing fuel prices.

3. Metro Manila is the ideal place to test the proposal considering that 81.4% of its population is now fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In addition, public utility jeepneys and buses operating in Metro Manila are well-ventilated.

4. The DOTr had also conducted a rapid analysis of available data on COVID-19 cases (7-day average cases per 1 million population) and public transport capacity, which covered 10 countries (Philippine, Indonesia, Thailand, Japan, Taiwan, Singapore, China, Australia, Vietnam, and Malaysia). It was found out that public transport capacity has no significant correlation with the number of COVID-19 cases

5. Evidence also suggest that high vaccination rate prompts an increase in allowed PUV capacity.

Provision of Fuel Subsidy, Service Contracting instead of Fare Hike

In line with the position of DOTr, led by Sec. Tugade, against any fare increase as well as to balance the need of drivers and operators and the commuting public, Asec. Pastor also emphasized that hikes in fuel prices should not be shouldered by the passengers.

“Ayaw po namin sa Kagawaran na tumaas ang pamasahe dahil para po sa amin walang kinalaman ang commuting public sa pagtaas ng presyo ng krudo kaya ayaw namin na sila ang pumasan dito,” Asec. Pastor said.

Earlier this month, the DOTr requested the Department of Energy (DOE) to grant fuel subsidy to public transport drivers. The Department likewise welcomes the announcement of the Development Budget Coordination Committee (DBCC) for the release of P1.0 billion to the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) as fuel subsidies.

Meanwhile, the DOTr previously implemented the Service Contracting Program where drivers and operators of public utility vehicles (PUVs) are paid on a per kilometer run basis. As of the latest data, the (LTFRB) has P4.7 billion of payouts and incentives to PUV drivers and operators for the Service Contracting under Republic Act 11494 or Bayanihan to Recover as One Act and the General Appropriations Act (GAA).

“Noong June 30, 2021, umabot sa P1,907,192,708, ang naipamahagi natin sa mga tsuper at operator under Service Contracting. P2,289,506,007 naman ang naibahagi natin mula September 13 hanggang October 23 mula sa Bayanihan 2, habang P539,672,859 naman mula September 13 hanggang October 23 sa ilalim ng GAA,” LTFRB Chairman Delgra said.

In line with Service Contracting, a 53,226,651 total ridership was already recorded for the “Libreng Sakay” Program for medical frontliners, APOR, and essential workers.

Canopy by Hilton Makes UK Debut In The Heart Of London’s East End


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Complete with panoramic views over the City of London, Canopy by Hilton London City echoes the spirit of one of the capital’s most vibrant, eclectic neighbourhoods


Hilton celebrates the opening of Canopy by Hilton London City, the UK’s first Canopy by Hilton hotel. Set within the multi-million-pound Minories development close to Aldgate station, the eco-conscious 340-room hotel provides the perfect base for design conscious travellers looking to immerse themselves in London’s lively East End. 

Following the opening of Canopy by Hilton Paris Trocadero earlier this year and the arrival of Canopy by Hilton Madrid Castellana, the hotel joins a growing portfolio of more than 30 lifestyle hotels across the globe – a number which is set to double in the coming years. Each hotel is inspired by its local neighbourhood and designed to give guests an authentic experience, steeped in the culture of the surrounding area.

Simon Vincent, executive vice president and president, EMEA, Hilton, said: “Canopy by Hilton continues to expand its presence across Europe with recent openings in Paris and Madrid, and we’re thrilled to be bringing the brand to London – one of the most dynamic cities in the world. With Hilton set to open 30 hotels in the UK in the next five years, Canopy by Hilton London City is a stunning new addition to Hilton’s lifestyle portfolio and symbolises our commitment to providing exceptional accommodation in the very best global destinations.”

Phil Cordell, global head, Canopy by Hilton said: “Canopy by Hilton is all about championing local neighbourhoods – and what better place for its UK debut than the vibrant East End of London. With its rich textile history and thriving arts scene, the surrounding area provides no end of inspiration for this incredible hotel, and we can’t wait to welcome guests to experience everything it has to offer.”

Neil Taylor, Chief Operating Officer, 4C Hotel Group said: “We are pleased to expand our portfolio with Hilton to open the first Canopy by Hilton hotel in the UK. Convenience and quality are at the core of our business, we carefully select hotels that are perfectly located in major key cities, so our customers have easy access to major tourist attractions. For our business travellers we ensure that our hotels are always located near key transport links. This hotel is the perfect collaboration for us, with an incredible location right in the heart of London’s buzzing East End.”

 

Locally Inspired Design

The hotel’s interior design reflects the rich culture of the area’s historic textile industry. Inspired by the Huguenot silk weavers who settled in Spitalfields in the 17th century, thoughtfully decorated guest rooms and dining spaces feature floral patterns and woven fabrics reminiscent of the techniques employed by the Huguenots. In celebration of Whitechapel’s contemporary arts scene, artwork created by neighbourhood artists adorns the public spaces throughout the hotel.



Eat. Drink. Smile.

Local inspiration continues throughout the hotel’s dining outlets. East End inspired dishes made with local, sustainable ingredients are served at the hotel's specialty restaurant Penny Squares, which takes its design inspiration from the quilting technique popular in the textile industry. Meanwhile Freedom Café, named after Freedom Press Publishing House in Whitechapel High Street, provides the perfect place to relax, work or socialise over a craft coffee or East End inspired cocktail at the heart of the hotel. Guests can also enjoy daily tastings at Freedom Café, featuring appetisers and drinks from local distilleries, craft brewers and wineries.

A must-visit, the hotel’s stunning rooftop terrace Florattica, due to open early next year, boasts uninterrupted views of St Paul’s Cathedral and the City of London, serving elegant, refined small plates and a selection of drinks against a vibrant backdrop inspired by the floral patterns of the Huguenots. 

 


Sustainably Canopy

In support of Hilton’s Travel with Purpose 2030 Goals to double its investment in social impact and cut its environmental footprint in half by 2030, the hotel, which opens with a BREEAM VERY GOOD rating – the highest possible rating for the building category – is committed to operating sustainably. Initiatives include:

  • Building re-use: for both sustainable and economic benefit, two of the three buildings that comprise this hotel have been reused in construction.
  • Green thinking: a green roof not only supports the City of London’s drive to create more green spaces, but also helps with passive heating, allowing the property to conserve heat without using additional energy.
  • Efficient operations: a proportion of the hotel’s energy will be derived from solar panels adorning another of its rooftop spaces, whilst an intelligent Building Management System controls the use of lighting and air conditioning throughout the building, significantly reducing waste energy.
  • Sustainable sleeping: guests will sleep easy on beds made from post-industrial recycled steel and wood from sustainable forests, waking up to sustainably produced bath amenities featuring recyclable packaging and filtered water served in reusable glass bottles.
  • Leading with local: part of the fabric of its local neighbourhood, the hotel proudly sources the majority of food and beverage from local suppliers, celebrating community farms, craft breweries and artisanal bakeries.

We’ve Got You Covered

Guests can enjoy an array of additional amenities available at the hotel, including:

  • Fully flexible meetings and events space, perfect for hosting exclusive events, high-profile meetings and intimate dinners against a stunning backdrop
  • Complimentary Canopy bikes to explore the local area in the most sustainable way possible
  • 24-hour fitness centre equipped with a comprehensive range of TechnoGym® cardio and strength equipment

The hotel is part of Hilton Honors, the award-winning guest-loyalty programme for Hilton’s 18 distinct hotel brands. Hilton Honors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits including a flexible payment slider that allows members to choose nearly any combination of Points and money to book a stay, exclusive member discounts, free standard WiFi and access to the Hilton Honors mobile app.

Nightly room rates start from £249 or Hilton Honors members can redeem Points using the Points Explorer tool. All hotels offer fully flexible booking options with free changes and cancellations, with many rates giving guests flexibility to change or cancel up to 24 hours before their arrival day*.

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