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President Trump's travel ban potentially affects thousands of people, including one young girl from Afghanistan. We’re calling her Saira, blurring her face and altering her voice to protect her identity for her safety. She spoke with producer Zeba Warsi from Pakistan where she traveled for her U.S. visa appointment. Now, she doesn’t know where to go. Laura Barrón-López reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

President Trump's travel ban potentially affects thousands of people, including one young girl from Afghanistan. We’re calling her Saira, blurring her face and altering her voice to protect her identity for her safety. She spoke with producer Zeba Warsi from Pakistan where she traveled for her U.S. visa appointment. Now, she doesn’t know where to go. Laura Barrón-López reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

In this episode, the guest is Greg from Saira Hospitality, an organization dedicated to transforming the hospitality industry by helping local communities find meaningful employment. Greg discusses the origins of Saira Hospitality, which was founded by Harsha L'Acqua with a revolutionary idea to hire local talent for luxury resorts, avoiding the conventional practice of flying in staff or poaching from nearby operators. The conversation delves into Saira Hospitality's pop-up hospitality school model that partners with hotels to train local community members, focusing on life skills and operational training. Greg shares his journey of joining the organization and his role in expanding its impact, particularly in London. He emphasizes the importance of personal interaction in recruitment and how Saira Hospitality screens candidates meticulously to ensure they are a good fit for the operators they partner with. The episode also touches on the benefits for operators, including lower turnover rates and a more engaged, diverse workforce. Greg offers advice for leaders looking to make a positive impact in their communities and shares personal insights into balancing a demanding career with family life.Connect with Ben:https://www.sairahospitality.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-fr%C3%BCchtenicht-8070569a/https://www.linkedin.com/in/harsha-l-acqua-9719877/Books:Unreasonable Hospitality: The Remarkable Power of Giving People More Than They Expecthttps://uk.bookshop.org/a/8596/9781529146813Life on Earth:https://uk.bookshop.org/a/8596/9780008368357Born To Run:https://uk.bookshop.org/a/8596/9781861978776Connect with the podcastJoin the Hospitality Mavericks newsletterTune in via your favourite podcast platform - here More episodes for you to check out here This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

Kim Saira (she/they) is a multidisciplinary artist, storyteller, sound bath practitioner, and community organizer exploring realms of community care through creativity and self-reflection.Welcome to 차 with Laura and Leah! Cha is a podcast and video series featuring conversations with our friends over tea. We are two diasporic Korean women who were inspired by Nina Simone's quote, “An artist's duty is to reflect the times.” Cha is our offering to the collective and we hope our conversations inspire you to start having meaningful dialogues and reflections with your own communities. So make sure to brew a pot of cha and join our conversations about art, spirituality, culture, and liberation. Kim InstagramLaura InstagramLaura WebsiteLaura YouTubeLeah InstagramLeah SubstackLeah YouTube

Saira and I catch up on all the gossip and pop culture… couple beefs , diddy trail and much more…

Watch on Philo! - Philo.tv/DTHNick and Audrey Spitz, are now full-time private detectives after their high profile success 4 years ago. But they find their agency struggling after several failed cases. Turns out, they're not actually very good. One night, while debating their future, they receive an unexpected invitation to a lavish wedding on a private island from their rapper friend from the first movie.During the ceremony, Audrey spots a cloaked figure trailing Vikram's elephant. Suddenly, Vik's bodyguard Lou falls dead from the elephant. Nick suspects it's a distraction and soon witnesses Vik's kidnapping by a masked figure who escapes by boat. The couple figures there must be two baddies: one to create the diversion and another to execute the abduction.The next day, a team of elite investigators led by former MI6 hostage negotiator, and Audrey's personal hero, Connor Miller arrives. The kidnapper calls and demands $70 million. In Paris, Nick and Audrey accompany Miller to the meeting point but are ambushed and forced into a van. A scuffle leads to a crash, and the kidnappers frame the couple. Miller appears to die in a car explosion, but a mysterious thief snatches the briefcase, only to be killed by a second assailant in a garbage truck who steals the money.The duo arranges a final confrontation at the Eiffel Tower. Vik arrives strapped with a bomb, but Nick assumes that the real mastermind wouldn't endanger the ransom. Miller reappears, revealing he faked his death. After Audrey is pulled to the top floor in a struggle, Nick follows, defeats Miller's henchmen, and destroys the bomb's detonator.Miller throws Audrey off the tower while tethered to his harness. Audrey survives, and together they tie Miller's harness to the elevator system, hurling him into his own helicopter's blades, which crashes into the river.Back at the restaurant, Audrey notices that Saira's smeared henna contradicts her earlier claim, realizing she's the second conspirator. Saira had previously tried to kill Vik in Mumbai out of jealousy over their family business. She attempts to shoot Vik, but the bodyguard takes the bullet, and  Saira get knocked out with the briefcase.After the chaos, Vik and Claudette elope and gift Nick and Audrey $10 million plus a helicopter. But during their honeymoon flight over Greece, their pilot pulls a gun, reveals himself as American, steals the money, and jumps, leaving the couple to fight for control midair.

Kim Saira (she/they) is a multidisciplinary artist, storyteller, sound bath practitioner, and community organizer exploring realms of community care through creativity and self-reflection.   Welcome to 차 with Laura and Leah! Cha is a podcast and video series featuring conversations with our friends over tea. We are two diasporic Korean women who were inspired by Nina Simone's quote, “An artist's duty is to reflect the times.” Cha is our offering to the collective and we hope our conversations inspire you to start having meaningful dialogues and reflections with your own communities. So make sure to brew a pot of cha and join our conversations about art, spirituality, culture, and liberation.    Kim Instagram Laura Instagram Laura Website Laura YouTube Leah Instagram Leah Substack Leah YouTube

Közleményben reagált a Legfőbb Ügyészség Magyar Péter Polt Péter leváltásáról szóló állításaira Az utasok szavaztak a MÁV mentesítő járatairól Putyin reméli, nem kell atomot dobnia Ukrajnára Távozik posztjáról az RTL műsorgyártó cégének társ-ügyvezető igazgatója Magas a részvétel a megismételt román elnökválasztáson Tömegmészárlást rendezett volna egy csoport Lady Gaga Rio de Janeiró-i koncertjén Már egymást lövik a fronton az ukránok Kiömlő fémszilánkok csináltak gumigyilkos poklot az autópályából Digitálisan is dönthetünk az adónk egy százalékáról Igazi Star Wars fegyver érkezik a múzeumban Megsokszorozódott a fosztogatások száma a Gázai övezet északi részén Az agyrázkódást szenvedett, földön fekvő bíró sípjába fújt bele a Leicester City csatára A legkisebb Lévai nagy dobása Több mint 10 fokkal esnek vissza a maximumok A további adásainkat keresd a podcast.hirstart.hu oldalunkon.

Közleményben reagált a Legfőbb Ügyészség Magyar Péter Polt Péter leváltásáról szóló állításaira Az utasok szavaztak a MÁV mentesítő járatairól Putyin reméli, nem kell atomot dobnia Ukrajnára Távozik posztjáról az RTL műsorgyártó cégének társ-ügyvezető igazgatója Magas a részvétel a megismételt román elnökválasztáson Tömegmészárlást rendezett volna egy csoport Lady Gaga Rio de Janeiró-i koncertjén Már egymást lövik a fronton az ukránok Kiömlő fémszilánkok csináltak gumigyilkos poklot az autópályából Digitálisan is dönthetünk az adónk egy százalékáról Igazi Star Wars fegyver érkezik a múzeumban Megsokszorozódott a fosztogatások száma a Gázai övezet északi részén Az agyrázkódást szenvedett, földön fekvő bíró sípjába fújt bele a Leicester City csatára A legkisebb Lévai nagy dobása Több mint 10 fokkal esnek vissza a maximumok A további adásainkat keresd a podcast.hirstart.hu oldalunkon.

Saira and I talk about things going on and pop culture, such as Kanye baddies on Zeus and the state of Georgia and much more…

Welcome to Sibling banters, where chaotic and awkward moments are shared. Do have siblings that you share some of your special moments with? Then you could definitely relate with Courtney, Navroop, Asna and Saira on their podcast! The podcast where sibling rivalry meets ridiculous debates, hot takes, and a whole lot of laughter. Expect the sarcasm, nostalgia, and the kind of unfiltered sibling energy you didn't know you needed! Check out all the podcasts from St Aloysius College at https://www.archdradio.com/podcasts/slp/sac

Diplomatic Hell Hole.Book 3 in 18 parts, By FinalStand. Listen to the ► Podcast at Explicit Novels."Are we in the right place?" the stranger worried."I'm afraid so. Anais, you need to leave.""Not until you tell me what is going on here," she sizzled."She's not here to have sex, if that's what you worried about," I retorted. "Wait, are you here to have sex with me?""I barely know you.""That rarely stops me," I muttered."He's a master of bedroom antics," Pamela praised me. "He's pretty much at a loss at doing anything else.""Thanks Grandma," I griped."Your welcome, Grandson.""We, are here to meet someone," the stranger hedged."You came to the right place," Pamela preempted me. "He's definitely someone.""Fine, redo. I'm Cáel Nyilas," (deep breathe), "NOHIO, HCIESI-NDI, U HAUL, Magyarorszag es Erdely Hercege plus a bunch of other honorifics that have yet to be confirmed. I am single-handedly bringing back medievalism to the center of Europe and the Near East. The woman to my left is Pamela Pale, and she really is my bodyguard. The woman to my right is Sgt. Anais Saint-Amour, RCMP, my ex-lover and the person that needs to leave   right now.""I'm not sure I should leave at this moment," Anais shifted possessively. I had to recall earlier this morning, the part where we'd broken up by mutual consent. Yep. That had really happened. I had thought I was whittling down my current list of paramours. Why do the Goddesses hate me so?"Told you, she can't give up that cock," Pamela whispered."As you can see, I have limited control of my life," I told the strange woman. "I know you are here to meet somebody who isn't me. Now you know who I am. Who are you and your companions?""I'm Ms. Quincy.""Sorry; I'm on a first name basis with everyone I meet," I interrupted."What's your rank, Honey?" Pamela added."What makes you think,?""She doesn't think. That's what makes her so dangerous." I explained."Hey now," Pamela faux-complained."Okay. She's a fledgling telepath, or medium," I shrugged."Captain, Zelda Quincy.""In case you are mesmerized by her tits," Pamela tapped me, "she's packing some serious hardware.""One of those personal defense gizmos?" I leaned Pamela's way."Close, but no cigar. She's my kind of girl, big 'bang-bang', back-up at the small of her back and knife in her boot.""What!" Zelda gulped."She's his knife-fighting instructor," Anais answered drolly."Are you Special Forces?" Zelda regarded my mentor."Nah, I got kicked out for a consistent failure to observe even the loosest Rules Of Engagement. I'm a free-spirit.""Oh, you're a sniper," Zelda nodded."I like this one," Pamela smiled."Ah, thank you." Then, over her shoulder, "I think we are in the right place." Zelda entered the room, followed by a Hispanic panther of a man (kind of like a tanned, slightly shorter Chaz without the cool accent) wearing a long coat, and a Subcontinent-cast woman who looked at everyone as if she expected us to sprout fangs, or start quoting the Koran any second now. She obviously was a brain seconded to this mission very much against her will.The fourth person had that cagey 'when my lips move, I'm lying' look while seemingly unhappy with her current assignment. The heavy implication was that the lady was a career diplomat. Considering our current company and who we were talking to, she was State Department. She was in her late 30's or early 40's and giving off the sensation she had devoted so much to her career that she was starting to wonder if that was all that life had to offer.The fifth member was a military man clearly uncomfortable about what he was doing here, thus not a spook. His off-the-rack suit wasn't terrible, so he expected to socialize somewhat while performing his duties. He also looked like a man who expected other people to speak half-truths and obfuscated lies as easily as they breathed. Numbers three, four and five were dressed for the weather and unarmed.All of this meant they were good at what they did, though they probably didn't know the particulars of what was expected of them. They had their marching orders. Those orders were about to be made irrelevant in the company they would be keeping. The latter weren't the 'doing it by rote' kind of people they would normally be dealing with."I bet you she's a doctor," I murmured to Pamela, "she's with State and he's some sort of Foreign Service type.""I bet the first guy is Air Force," she countered."Like one of those Para-rescue guys?""No. More like one of those Battlefield Air Operations guys, I'm guessing," she corrected me."That guy?" I nodded to the final guy. "Pentagon wonk?""More likely he's one of those embassy guys. I'm going to take an educated leap here, Office of Military Cooperation, Mongolia?""That is pretty clever of you. Kazakhstan. Major Justin Colbert.""I bet some people in the White House, Pentagon and Langley are disappointed with you right now," I reasoned. His jaw grew tight."Don't worry, Major," Pamela grinned. "We consider that a good thing. We don't like the people in charge and have a low opinion of their opinion on just about everything, including their habit of blaming the blameless for their government's fuck ups.""Who are these people?" the first man whispered to Quincy."She's a telepath." That was Zelda"She's a psychic-medium." That was Anais."She can see through time." That was me. "Nice to meet you. Who are you?""Chris Diaz. Lieutenant Colonel, USAF.""Dr. Saira Yamin," the second woman introduced herself. "Asia Pacific Center for Security Studies. Are you the man from Johnston Island?""Why yes, yes I am," I beamed."The APCSS is in Waikiki, Hawaii," Pamela educated me. "Your arrival probably cost her some prime surfing time.""I was more interested in the fact that he survived a plane crash in a Category Four Cyclone," she admitted."Mother Nature hates me. No matter how hard I try, she refuses to kill me," I confessed. "My suffering is an endless source of amusement to that bitch.""That, that wasn't the helpful answer I was looking for," she stammered."So, Lt. Colonel Chris Diaz, you must be with JSOC, I have a deep and abiding respect for you guys. If you need something, just ask," I greeted him. "Captain Zelda, you are not with JSOC.""She's with the DCS ~ that is the Defense Clandestine Service," Pamela kept going. "Zelda, you love being in your uniform, you're proud, yet happy with the concept of dying in an unmarked grave for Constitution and Country. You are too old to have been in the first female class at Ranger School, so that means no 'in the field' JSOC for you. You've gotten around that stone wall by joining the US Defense Department's own little pack of killers.""Also, you felt it was necessary to bring a Benelli M4-11707. That's a close-in action shotgun, but a bit over-kill considering the paper-thin walls in this building. That tells me you are used to being in the kinds of places where such a tool is a necessity. Or in other words, since you think you are meeting a band of terrorists, you brought along your favorite toy.""Your personal weapon is a SIG Sauer P229R DAK in .357 which is a new weapon still under trial by the US Army and Air Force. Your boot dagger is ceramic so it will pass a cursory exam, or scan. You hate the idea of being trapped on a public aircraft weaponless. You have also given up killing power for a proper balance for throwing. I like a forward-thinking gal.""Air Force ~ you've recently come back from Asia, most likely Tibet. It shows in your breathing brought about by a close call with Altitude Sickness. The only reason for an Air Force guy to be here is because he's familiar with the Khanate military and you are not US Army, or Marine Corp Special Forces. I know the type.""You went with the MP5K in the standard 9mm, so you are more interested in sending bullets down range than looking into someone's face as you kill them. You may be a 'light' Colonel, which means you are almost somebody. What your higher-ups haven't appreciated is that our guests will respect you because they are like that ~ remembering past friends and comrades in arms. Of greater importance, you have Cáel's gratitude which will count for more than you currently believe."I pledged then and there to be as good as Pamela at determining that kind of stuff before I died. She had assured me it was as much a matter of psychology as eagle-eyed perception. People were often a type that gravitated to various forms of destruction, be they old school, or going for the latest gadget."I told you all that firepower was excessive," State softly chastised her associates (what they really were, not the underlings she saw them as)."So, you appeared to have forgotten to tell us your name," I regarded the State lass."Nisha Desai Biswal. I'm with the government.""Oh, Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs, I've examined your website," I told her. It clearly pissed her off somewhat that I so swiftly disregarded her crude attempt at subtle manipulation."Hey. I've got some real enemies at State, so it pays to know who might be the next suit trying to cock me over," I explained. I had to prioritize. It would take some serious effort to convince Zelda to have a MFF three-way straight out the gate and she was definitely the hotter number."Major, you came here unarmed," Pamela noted. "That won't do. They expect you to be armed because you are a warrior, damn it. Cáel get him one of your Glock 22's.""Gotcha," I nodded. I went to my room, tipped away the false back to my closet (that Havenstone had installed recently so Odette wouldn't accidently fire off one of my weapons) and retrieved one of my spare Glocks, but not the one with the laser sight. Such over-the-top fancy gear would be inappropriate. I only gave him one mag. If he couldn't get the job done with 15 rounds, he wouldn't have a chance to reload.Mind you, I took two in a twin-rig shoulder holster and four 22 round magazines, because I tend to shoot two-handed which doesn't exactly give you a bullseye every time. I returned to our crowded living room, handed the Major his weaponry, and then directed the US group to the far side of the room (towards Timothy's bedroom. Saira and Nisha took the couch.Because this tiny space wasn't crowded enough, there was a knock at the door. I checked. It was Juanita, oh yeah, my real bodyguard."Listen up everybody," I announced to the room. "This is my other bodyguard, my official one. Her names is Juanita Leya Antonio Garza, she's from the Dominican Republic via Buenos Aires and she is armed, so don't freak out." I opened the door."What is going on?" Juanita hissed."I'm having a private meeting with a few heavily armed friends. The other side to this party hasn't arrived yet. Why don't you come in?" She came in."Why didn't you warn me?" she whispered her complaint."Long night, worse wake-up, needed to do some soul-searching. Pamela was looking after me, then this came up and I forgot. I apologize," I lowered my head in shame. Juanita was only trying to do the job she'd been entrusted with and by not thinking of her, I was making that so much harder.I made the introductions, first names only."Juanita, Anais, Pamela; please slip into the kitchenette," I suggested.Anais "Why?"Juanita "Where are you going to be?"Pamela "Sure. I'm starving. I'm going to raid the fridge.""Anais, because I need my faction in one place. Juanita, I will be refereeing this meeting, so I will have to remain in the living room, roughly six feet from you." It was really a small apartment. "Pamela, if it is edible, it isn't mine and you'll have to replace it."Great Caesar's Ghost! No wonder Big Wigs had their personal assistants handle this pre-meeting crap. I was on my last two fucking nerves and one of those was already stressed and tender. And the real reason for being here hadn't even arrived yet."Why am I in your faction?" Anais mulled over threateningly."Because you haven't walked out that door. There are going to be three sides to this meeting, not three plus Anais. That is the way it is going to be. Now, are you going to behave, or are Juanita and Pamela going to toss you out?""You are threatening me!""Finally catching on to that, aren't you, Sweetie?" Pamela chimed in."I'm only staying because I believe you are in trouble," Anais grumped."Why is she (Anais) here?" Nisha inquired heatedly. "This is supposed to be a very, very private encounter.""I know Anais. I don't know you. I trust Anais with my well-being despite the fact she has numerous reasons to distrust me. She's staying because she is a straight arrow. That's good enough for me.""But is she going to keep her mouth shut about what happens here today?" Nisha pressed."Anais, this is a clandestine meeting that isn't going to be recorded by anybody so, barring a crime being committed, you can never discuss this with anyone who isn't already in the room. Agreed?"Pause."I agree," she nodded. I really was going to have to fuck her again. Not today. Well, maybe not today; I had to keep my options open. Her investigator mind was going into overdrive. Give it a week and she'd be knocking on my door late one night. Inquisitive, truth-hungry dames are like that, trust me. Then it would be 'bask in my genius' sex. It had been a while since I'd experienced that, with Lady Yum-Yum.There was another knock at the door. I checked before Juanita could do the checking for me, in case someone was going to shoot me through the door. Fuck it. I was going to talk to Timothy about moving. Him, me and Odette. I couldn't give those two up. It was Kazak bookends. I opened up and invited them in. It turned out they had names besides Bookends #1 and #2, Nuro and Roman.Nuro (I think) checked out the rooms while Roman (I was pretty sure) kept an eye on my guests. I made introductions, first names only and specifying who was with who. Technically, they could trust my side because I was the Great Khan's brother and thus my servants were his servants. Technically.Iskender came next followed by OT. A woman I didn't know (sadly, not OT's daughter) came in behind him while the other two quintuplets stayed in the hallway. Iskender and I hugged."Ulı Khaan s yikti ağası," he smiled. That was 'Prince-something'. My Kazak was a bit rusty. He then whispered into my ear. "OT bows to you first. His title is Hongtaiji." What?"Ulı Khaan s yikti ağası," OT bowed."Hongtaiji Oyuun T m rbaatar," I bowed back. I remembered I had to rise first. It was an etiquette thing. In retrospect, Iskender had stretched the bounds of tradition by hugging me, his titular superior. "Welcome to my humble abode.""I thank you for your hospitality," he 'grinned'. His face wasn't made for that gesture so that faint gesture came across as rather unnatural.My mind finally finished translating what Iskender and OT had called me. It wasn't 'prince'. It was 'beloved brother of the Great Khan'. Mother fucker!"Wait," Justin, the military attach  guy muttered, "we are here to meet this guy?" indicating me."What do you mean?" Saira questioned."The title Mr. Nyilas was identified with means 'beloved brother of the Great Khaan'," he explained. "The Kazakhs don't go tossing honorifics like that around. This guy," again pointing at me, "is a really important somebody.""Thanks for dropping this grenade in my lap, OT," I joked. "I'll get you for this, and your little yak too.""Odette is going to be so miffed that she missed this," Pamela chuckled."Mr. Nyilas," Zelda began."Please, call me Cáel. It is how I roll.""Cáel, can I ask you a stupid question?""Go right ahead," Pamela snorted. "Cáel does stupid real well. It is a critical part of his skill set. It makes him adorable instead of annoying. Trust me, you'll learn that soon enough."Too much 'trust me' was flying around in a room where nobody trusted anybody."Thanks for that encouragement, Teach," I grumbled. "Ask away, Captain Zelda.""Why are you playing this game with us?""I wasn't. Until thirty seconds ago I was sure I was here totally as a spectator," I gripped. "My buddy," the word dripped with sarcasm, "Temujin likes dumping these kinds of surprises on me.""Did you mean what Ms. Pale said about you feeling you owed me?" Chris asked."Absolutely.""We need help defusing this Thailand crisis before a shooting war begins.""What do you suggest?""We want the Khanate to back down," Chris stated firmly."I thought we had agreed that I would spearhead this delegation," Nisha reminded Chris."I think the situation had evolved and we need a different approach," Chris insisted."You should listen to the Lieutenant Colonel," I advised. "He knows a whole lot more about what is going on than you do.""Why don't you explain it to us?" she began her weevil-ling."You are engaging in linguistic niceties with men who have bled together, Ms. Biswal," I instructed. "Not that Chris and I have bled on the same battlefield, we have shed blood in the same cause; and that cause has been bringing our two nations, the Khanate and the US, together. The Khanate owes Chris for his efforts on our behalf and we pay our debts.""How so?" Nisha asked."National Security stuff," I evaded. "If you don't know, you shouldn't know and you probably don't want to know. Suffice it to say, the Khanate is willing to listen to Lt. Colonel Diaz's request as a friend.""But he doesn't speak for the United States Government," she corrected."Why not?" I riposted. "He's dealt with the Khanate longer than you have. He has a clue about the mindset of their rank and file.""But does he know their leadership?" she persisted."I don't know. Chris, do you think you have a handle on me?""Are you really capable of talking for the Khanate government?" Nisha preempted Chris. What she left unsaid was 'are you culpable in their atrocities?'"Let's find out," I then looked over my shoulder. "Hongtaiji Oyuun T m rbaatar, will my words and wishes reach my brother's ear?""That is why I am here," he replied."Don't you have the authority to speak for your leader?" she grilled OT. Nisha was relentless trying to stay in the limelight. "Aren't you a diplomat?""There is no need to insult the man," Pamela snidely commented."I am one of many voices that provide information to the Great Khan. I am not his brother. Cáel Nyilas is and has already proved his familial affection by proposing Operation Funhouse and brought whole nations as gifts," OT schooled her. "He is gifted with both tactical and strategic insight as well as sharing the Great Khan's love for his people and his hopes for their eventual freedom.""I didn't think you were a soldier," Zelda looked me over."Oh no," I wove off that insinuation. "I've never been a real soldier and am unworthy of that distinction. I know quite a few who have earned that title and they scare the crap out of me. I mean, they go looking for trouble. In my case, trouble comes looking for me. I'm damn lucky to still be alive and that's the damn truth.""Bullshit," Pamela coughed."What was that, Artemisia?" I winked at her."Bitch," she laughed "My men have become women, and my women men. At least you didn't call me Cassandra.""Well, she's Greek (a deadly insult to all Amazons), but you could be her Evil Twin because everyone believes whatever you say.""Can we get down to business?" Chris inquired."Damn," Pamela shook her head. "They haven't been paying attention.""What does that mean?" Zelda griped."Iskender, you know what I'm talking about, don't you?" I asked."Not a clue, Exalted One," he stood there like a stone statue. Note, the Khanate contingent really were standing there like the Altai Mountains, doing nothing. You had to carefully examine them to see that they did indeed breathe and blink."Use small words," Pamela advised."You really are a rude misanthrope," Anais told Pamela."Do you know what's going on?" Pamela volleyed."No.""Then sit back and watch how the madness works," she snickered. "It is all you, Cáel.""Okay. One; how did Artemisia escape the battle of Salamis?" I began. Nothing."Oh," Justin nodded. "She rammed an allied ship to make the pursuing Athenians think she was an ally. What does that have to do with our current predicament?""Achieve your ends by using violence as a distraction," I sighed. "The Khanate will invade Thailand in," I looked to OT, "tomorrow?" He nodded."How does that help us?" Nisha complained."Second example, Cassandra. She saw the truth through all illusions and falsehoods and no one believed her. Now, reverse that."Pause."We are waiting," Saira finally joined the conversation. I could hear those little microprocessors inside her noggin firing electrons at light speed."We fight a phony war. The Khanate and their buddies invade in a lightning campaign that appears to be successful. Shit like attacking the opposition where they ain't. Things that look epic on CNN where some retired colonel, no offense...""None taken," Chris responded."Where some colonel talks about seizing resources, severed supply lines and encirclement. We, the Khanate, bomb shit like bridges and supply dumps, things with no civilians to get killed. On the downside, to make this work the Khanate needs to put some level of force into Bangkok.""That will get civilians killed," Nisha reminded me, unnecessarily."Civilians are getting killed right now by their own government. This time they will get a chance to strike back," I stated firmly. "The Thai protestors aren't cowards. They are just grossly outgunned. We can change that.""How does that help the United States?" Nisha queried."The US gets to come in and save the day," I sighed. "The US can t get there until the day after, so you don't look bad about letting the first 24 hours of brutality happen.""Oh," Zelda blinked."The US gets to end the fighting that the Khanate has no desire to continue. The US brings peace, while whomever takes over owes the Khanate. Both sides look good. Both sides claim victory. The President gets a second Nobel Peace Prize (psychic, aren't I?). The US gathers some regional allies like Malaysia, the ROC and the Philippines along with our Marines to ensure free and fair elections. The Khanate isn't seen to be backing down against the Titan of Western Civilization. They are working with them to bring about a better world.""Win-win," Saira nodded in agreement."The Khanate is still an autocratic tyranny," Nisha commented."As opposed to the People's Republic's oligarchical tyranny?" Chris countered."Agreed," Saira said. "I now think we should work with the Khanate to bring stability to Central Asia which which was impossible while those member nations were being squeezed between Russia, Europe, China and India.""What are you a doctor of?" I asked."I specialize in 'failed states', among other things," Saira grinned."This could still turn into one bloody cluster-fuck," Zelda mused."My peopled don't have the resources to devastate Thailand," OT finally spoke. "If you, the US, agrees to intervene on our timetable, you will have our thanks, off the record, of course.""How do we know this isn't some ruse to allow the Khanate to overthrow Thailand's existing government?" Justin questioned."You have my word," I replied. No one said anything for several heartbeats."Really?" Nisha balked."Mr. Nyilas, Cáel, do you give me the Great Khan's word?" Chris studied me intently."Without reservation," I answered. "For what you have done for us and more, the Great Khan will honor this deal. We and the Thai's will do the bleeding. You will get your accolades. We avoid a pointless clashing of forces, which is why we are all here today.""I will give you my written recommendation in a few hours," Saira told Nisha.Chris stepped forward to shake my hand. He was an alpha-type alright. I gave as good as I got. His eyes bore into mine, looking for a faltering of will."What did you do in Romania?""I got a lot of good men killed.""Okay.""Okay?" Nisha squawked. "A handshake, a pat on the back and the deals done? Since when did our democratic republic do business this way? He admitted he got men killed in Romania. What is to say this won't be Romania writ large?""Ms. Biswal, he told the truth. He got good men killed and he isn't happy about it. I would be worried if he claimed one bit of glory from that episode. He didn't.""Nisha," I took a deep breathe, "When you unleash men with weapons, nothing is assured. Maybe the Thai government will see the hate coming their way and back down. Maybe the people will resist the intrusion. Maybe the Khanate's forces will get slaughtered at the starting line. It isn't like they have enough time to deploy enough forces to win a protracted war.""What happens if the Khanate decides it won't go?" she continued."Then they get destroyed on the ground in a war of attrition," Chris answered for me. "He's right. They can't bring enough in the time allotted to completely overwhelm the roughly 120,000 members of the Royal Thai Army that have remained loyal to the regime.""In three days they will be out of fuel, shells, rockets and bullets. It is logistics, Ms. Biswal," Zelda piled it on. "The Khanate war-fighting systems are not NATO compatible. That means they can't simply capture more material as they penetrate the frontiers. If they overstay their welcome, we can launch missile strikes against their fuel depots. The combat devolves back to World War I and that's a style of war they can't afford to fight.""What about stopping the Khanate from invading in the first place?" Nisha wouldn't give up."Had the US acknowledged the Khanate, none of this would have happened, Ms. Biswal," I became snappish. "Neither superpower talked to the other until other commitments had been made.""If you think you can come in and start dictating Khanate policy, you are dreadfully mistaken. The US doesn't have the power, or the resolve," I glared at her. "Don't try convincing the Khanate that isn't the case. We know better.""You don't know what the US is capable of," she snapped back."Abandoning Iraq with a fractured pseudo-democratic process? Abandoning Afghanistan without destroying the Taliban? The Syrian Civil War? The Donbass Crisis? The collapse of Libya? Boko Haram? Somalia? Yemen? Exactly how has the US's power and resolve solved any of those issues?" I countered."Ms. Biswal," OT spoke again. "We are willing to create a desert and call it 'Peace'. Our enemies know that. Your unwillingness to do so is neither a strength nor a weakness. It is a hallmark of your society in the same way that 'Total War' is a hallmark of ours. We are more than willing to leave you to manage the Peace. Let us manage the War against the forces opposed to civilized discourse.""As ugly and disagreeable as it is, we are willing to keep creating pyramids of skulls on every street corner until either they learn their lesson, or we kill them all. Let us do that and you will have your global stability and reap the economic benefits and accolades of Pax Americana. We are not your enemy. We are precisely the ally you need to keep the peace and we will do that, if you let us.""To allow barbarism is to become barbarians," Saira mused."That is complete fiction," I scoffed. "The United States didn't become communist because it allied with the Soviet Union in World War II. Truman didn't become Stalin. The enemy of my enemy is my friend is older than recorded history.""It is the Carrot and the Stick on a Global basis," Justin agreed. "Listen to the gentle words of the West, or you will end up feeling the wrath of the East.""As long as the Khanate accepts the limitations of is role," Saira added, "this might work. Please understand there will be factions in the Western Democracies who will not accept that status quo. It is not in the nature of our societies to stifle dissent.""Is it possible to get any political concessions from the Khanate's leadership?" Justin requested. "A pledge to hold some level of democratic elections? A Constitution with some strong provisions to protect individual rights and liberties would be nice.""Justin, in case your bosses missed it, the Khanate is still at a state of war with the PRC," I shook my head. "With their limited experience with democratic government throughout most of the Khanate's territories, that would be madness.""With limited concessions to the Imperial State, we have not interfered with the politics of Albania, Armenia, Georgia and Turkey. We are never going to become a Western-style democracy. We have had limited rule by consensus long before White Men arrived in the Western Hemisphere," OT informed them."Discounting the Irish Monks, Vikings and Knights Templar," Pamela interjected."If you say so," OT gave a minuscule bow to Pamela. "Long before your nation was anything more than the scribbled history of a long-faded Greek city-state, we had meritocracies, oligarchies of senior statesmen & warriors, thinkers and religious leaders, and we had codified judicial moral equality into the political arena. We have a far superior record of religious and minority freedom, of genuine multi-culturalism plus a deeper understanding of the arts and crafts as a means of uniting disparate peoples. We find your claims of cultural superiority to be childish.""Oh, snap," I snickered. "You get'em, OT.""I bet the boys in Foggy Bottom felt that pimp-slap," Pamela agreed."I bet the bronzed skull of some Harvard dean just fell off its pedestal.""They are called 'busts'," Anais groaned. "With a name like that, how could you forget it?""So true," I concurred. "All this responsibility must have clouded my normally hedonistic vocabulary.""That doesn't change the fact that you have employed biological warfare and genocide in this current day and age," Justin pointed out."Tell that to our Native Americans," I snorted. "They are easy to find. They live in trailer parks in whatever blasted Hell Hole we stuck them in, or in their casinos where they are buying back their country, one rube at a time. Ask them if they've gotten over it.""We don't claim to be perfect," Justin insisted."No, we merely claim to have the only correct form of government, economic policy and schools of philosophical, political, scientific and educational thought," I pointed out."We definitely should revive ethical utilitarianism," Pamela slapped a fist into her palm. "Oh, and the guillotine. Work houses for orphans and grist mills for the disabled, and A Modest Proposal for those chronically unemployed and terminally homeless, yes, and,""Pamela, what is it with you today?" I snickered."It is nearly sunset,""Ah, and you haven't killed anyone yet.""You know how cranky I get when I don't get my daily dose of homicide.""Are you two done?" Anais frowned. She did that a lot around me."And you don't hand out Mini-Uzi's to your preschoolers," Pamela glowered. "What is wrong with you people?"Pause, waiting for that punch line that was never coming. See, it was more difficult to sense Pamela was an immediate threat to your health if you thought she was completely off her rocker."Hmm, well, on that note, ladies and gentlemen, I believe we have a deal. Chris and Justin, I will leave you with my loyal Iskender to work out the gory details. Who wants to grab dinner?" I inquired."Are you serious?" Nashi gasped."Oh yeah. I had the Russian invasion of Manchuria figured out in this amount of time and Manchuria is way bigger than Thailand." Was it? I didn't know. Geography was not one of those subjects which gets you laid."What do you have in mind?" Zelda inquired."Whatever you want."{1 am, Sunday, August 31st ~ 8 Days to go}"How did I end up in bed with you?" Zelda sighed happily, her body splayed halfway over mine and her head resting on my chest, listening to my heartbeat."You aren't the first girl to ask me that question."On the other side, Anais moaned in her sleep. Yeah, she was over me. Abso-fucking-lutely. If you recall, she'd try anything once. I convinced her the military babes were totally different than that Goth chick we'd blown the mind of back in Montreal.Zelda was with me because I had caught her in a lie. She claimed to be a lesbian when I first hit on her. She was adamant. I destroyed her with incontrovertible evidence.A) She hadn't scoped out Anais when she came in. A glance didn't count and Anais oozed sexy when she was angry, which was most of the time.B) She hadn't scoped out Juanita's figure when said worthy went to the kitchenette. I look for such things and Juanita has thighs to die for.C) When I told her she had a wicked sense of humor, she blushed. Honestly, lesbians rarely care about strange men complimenting their personalities.D) Then I double-downed by asking her if she preferred a shower, or bath. She said shower (because that's the butch thing to say). When I asked her 'when was the last time she'd had a bubble bath', she blushed again. Lesbians don't like it when a man imagines them naked. Straight chicks, unless you are a creepy, stalker guy, like it when men fantasize about them swathed in bubbles, thus semi-clothed, thus not creepy.E) In a final and fatal act of evasion, she asked a grumpy Anais what she liked about me. Anais was blunt."He can fucking hammer you all night, sneak in a romantic quickie in the shower, cook you a delicious breakfast then give you another round of mind-numbing intercourse up against the wall before you have to go to work. And still find the time and energy to fuck your neighbor."Woot!"So, this happens to you often?" she mused, it was a trap. She really wanted to know if I was an egotistical scumbag who took advantage of every woman I came across. At the same time, she wanted to know if I considered her a 'whoe' ~ a woman who gives up the goodies for free."Do you mean 'am I taking advantage of you'?" I replied."That is not what I asked," she persisted. That meant 'yes'."Let me see," I laid back and looked up at the ceiling. "I have a fiancée, six women I am close enough to to spend quality time with, a fuck-buddy who is a sweet girl and trusts me too much and a passel of ex-girlfriends who have found my infidelity to be reprehensible.""Six women?" she frowned."Four co-workers (Rhada, Oneida, Yasmin and Buffy), the girlfriend of a co-worker who dumped her in a very public fashion (Brooke) and that woman's friend (Libra). She was the wing-chick who was stuck with me on a quadruple-date and was underwhelmed with me when we first met."I didn't count my 'hook-ups' and I wasn't sure how to qualify Nicole."Ex's?""'No' is not a word in common usage in my vocabulary. I've dated a best friend's girl, a mother, sister and aunt of the same girlfriend, basically, I'm either highly immoral, incredibly loose, or a letch.""Don't you take responsibility for any of those, relationships?""Hell yeah," I tilted her chin up so that we could make eye-contact. "I've never blamed a woman for taking out her frustrations on my flesh, ran away from a screaming fit (Big Lie!), or blamed them for any failing in our relationship. It is always my fault because I can't stay loyal.""That's depressing," Zelda moped."Don't get me wrong. I don't find fault in any of the women I have spent time with. That is my problem, I find women fascinating; never boring, or bland. Quite frankly, it is a gift that I don't regret having. I may be a fuck-up, but I'm a fuck-up who will give you the very best attention.""Full of yourself, much?" her attitude shifted. I had short-circuited her fears; I was a cheater, I confessed to it without shame because I was inexorably drawn to her beauty, personality and charm. With Anais around, I couldn't claim to be solely enchanted with Zelda, so I had to think quickly on my feet. After all, Zelda was energetic and had great stamina."I promised you pleasure," I countered. "Did I deliver?""Yes, you are full of yourself," she slapped my stomach. I wasn't full of myself. I was a confident sex machine."Thank you.""Huh?""Wonderful sex, taking a chance with me, agreeing to a three-way, being awake after," I looked at the bed-table clock, "six hours.""I run five miles a day," she bragged."I try to have ten hours of sex a day," I teased. Zelda slapped my stomach again. Anais stirred."Do any women like you, for any reason beyond your cock?""I'm considered loyal where sex is not concerned, reliable and brave," I offered."What happened in Romania?""Have you ever been in combat?""I've been in violent confrontations, but not a true firefight," she admitted."Hmm,""Is it something that you can't relate?" she asked."No. You are a soldier so you probably know more about combat than I do. It was, not chaotic at all. I never lost perspective of what was going on despite the bullets flying around. The Romanian Captain in charge knew his stuff, directed his company well and all I had to do was figure out where the terrorist leader was.""What happened?" she perked up."I am here talking with you and he's in a morgue in Bucharest.""Oh," She wanted more."I have to live with the knowledge that I set all of that in motion, Zelda. I convinced the Romanians that they had to confront that terror group before they moved on to their next target, me.""I knew they would come after me and my friends, no matter where we were. Which would have ended up as a blood bath in some urban center. So I felt compelled to strike first. Based on information I provided, the Romanian Army sent two battalions, the 22nd and 24th, of the 6th Mountain Troops Brigade into battle.""It was a massacre," I remembered sadly."But you won," she tried to comfort me."Of the four companies involved in the battle, the Romanians suffered nearly two hundred dead and wounded. I hardly consider it anything other than a massacre. Yes, we won. Only three of the terrorists escaped. Their leader died. I don't think I've ever felt so hollow in my life," I finished."Forty percent losses, that is horrific," she crawled on top of me."The kicker is the Romanians sent some men of the 24th to hunt me down when I was kidnapped. A squad was in the group that rescued me and my companion from Johnston Island. I thought they would never want to deal with me ever again.""Don't be so hard on yourself. If they thought well enough of you to send their men out to rescue you, then you must have done right by them.""Chaz said something like that too," I felt sheepish and sleepy."Chaz? Who is she?"Honest to God, one day I want to find a girl who thinks I'm talking about another girl and asks if we can have a three-way, instead of trying to compare herself to this unknown person. Wait... I already had someone like that. Her name was Odette."Chaz is Color Sergeant Charles 'Chaz' Tomorrow of Her Majesty's SSR," I corrected her assumption."SSR? Those are some tough people. How do you know him?""Black Bag directives from the National Security Council, sworn to secrecy upon penalty of death, pinky-promise kind of stuff," I grinned. Maybe I wasn't all that sleepy after all."You really are a Man of Mystery," Zelda purred. She had truly exceptional stamina. "Maybe I can convince you to talk.""Maybe I can find another use for my tongue," I countered and off we went. Somewhere along the process, Anais woke up and joined in.It wasn't all fun and games. Anais' parting words were "You are a pig," then she sauntered out of my room and out of my life. Had she remembered to take her Serge with her, I would have bought the act. As it was,"Is she always so volatile?" Zelda remarked."Volatile? That's not her being volatile. That's Anais being affectionate. Volatile usually is accompanied by thrown objects and bodily harm," I sighed happily. Meeting her one more time couldn't be all that bad, could it? Zelda looked hungry so I shoved that thought to the back of my mind and got to work.That was the highlight of my Sunday. Zelda had to fly back to Washington D.C. and I had to go to work with JIKIT. It seemed that the Khanate and the US military were heading for a showdown. I unloaded all my Saturday's activities to the team and we got to work, no recriminations. I was the Khan's spiritual brother and sometimes that meant I had to do him favors.I asked Addison when she thought he would return the favor. She laughed, then smiled and told me that wasn't how it worked. He was a world leader now and I was merely his kooky kinsman that he would keep throwing problems at until one day I broke. Then it would be some other poor saps turn.Then she told me she was kidding and clearly the Great Khan thought the world of me. I chose to believe the second lie because it made me feel better, and it was promising to be a long weekend/start of the week.Note: Geopolitical DevelopmentsWhat follows are snippets of the Battle for Thailand that takes place late in the night of September 1stand continued into the early morning of September 3rd. If this does not interest you, you can rejoin Cáel's exploits in four pages)On the eve of battle, the Royal Thai High Command had decided to strip all but one armored unit from the 2nd Army in order to give the First Army's offensive against the rebels more of a punch. It's decision to strip the tank battalions from both their infantry divisions as well as the armored and one of the two mechanized regiments would prove to be disastrous. It was as if the leadership of the Royal Thai military were idiots.The least economically valuable part of the country was the northeast which the 2nd Army warded. They had severely underestimated the airlift capacity of the Khanate as well as the willingness of Laos and Cambodia to both use their armed forces in an invasion as well as their willingness to let Vietnamese troops cross their countries.That thinking had led the Thai military to adopt a 'forward defense' strategy, the desire to fight the enemy at the borders, as opposed to having stronger formations deeper within the country. Considering the relative weakness of the Cambodian and Laotian militaries, that policy had made sense:- The baseline Laotian and Cambodian tank was the T-54/55, a 1950's Soviet relic. The normal anti-tank capabilities in all Thai infantry formations was more than equal to such a threat.-Neither country had an air force worth worrying about.In contrast, the Khanate's primary tanks, the T-90SM and T-95 were resistant to most of what the Thai Army could throw at them, at least from the front. The seven hundred combat aircraft the Khanate and the Vietnamese were able to field was an equal catastrophe for the Thais. It greatly compensated for the relative small numbers of invaders.Finally, there was a fundamental misunderstanding of what the Alliance's goals were. Military logic dictated the destruction of Thailand's mobile force followed by the capture of Bangkok. As long as the Thai regime held the capital, it would remain the legitimate power in the country.Due to the altering political landscape, the Alliance's only option was to make the government 'look bad'. The loss of peripheral provinces, while of negligible immediate strategic value, looked great on the maps the world-wide media would be showing to their audiences. It would appear that the Thai army had failed to defend their country. That would (hopefully) make the Thai Third Army look like the legitimate authority in Thailand.That was the plan anyway, and you know what they say about battle plans and the enemy, right? H-hour was 4 am, September 1st.The commander of the Zuun stood up and waited to be recognized. The staff officer from the Yunnan Command pointed at him."Sir, why are we doing this? I am not afraid to fight for the Great Khan, but this action seems to be suicidal. We will be far behind enemy's lines while our offensive force will be grossly under-equipped.""You will have to rely on our ability to supply you by air.""We only have supplies for two days of operations. What happens then?""We rely on the Americans to come and save us," the senior officer responded bitterly."Allah save us from allies," the young commander muttered. What else could he do?He was part of the 2nd Mountain Sultan Mehmet Tumen which had just arrived in Yunnan to replace the exhausted 1st Mountain Abu al-Ghazi Bahadur Tumen. His men were from Turkey, inexperienced in combat and using new equipment they were not familiar with. They would be working with a unit he had never worked with before, the 1st Airmobile Tauekel Khan Tumen, Kazaks, who would be seizing the small airport his men needed to land in.From there, they were to 'run amok'. That was the technical term for racing south down a highway in Central Thailand, attacking the headquarters of the 3rd Cavalry Division, an armored unit. Once that was accomplished, they were to attack the local police precinct. Provided they were still alive after that, they were to return to the air strip to resupply then they were to 'spread chaos' until they were finally hunted down by the vastly larger Thai division his 100 men would be fighting.Of course, there was the plan for the rebel Royal Thai Third Army to force their way through the larger frontline forces of the loyalist Royal Thai First Army and come to his rescue. How would the Thai troops respond when ordered to fight their fellow Thais? No one was sure. If there was any hope in this mission, it was the knowledge that several other Zuuns had the exact same mission in other areas of Thailand.  It was H-hour minus twenty-two.It was 11 o'clock in the evening when the general in charge of the Royal Thai 9th Infantry Division was woken up. The Marines were leaving. That was correct; the three Royal Thai regiments were heading west to Sattahip Naval Base, because they had been ordered to by the Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Thai Navy. It didn't take a rocket scientist to realize why this was going on.Seven hours earlier, the Royal Thai Army had seized all the Air Force bases in the 1st and 2nd Army districts as well as ordering the 4th Army to do the same thing (The Royal Thai Air Force had been trying to remain neutral in the upcoming civil war).Undoubtedly the navy had decided to make their assets less 'hijack-able'. A few phone calls later confirmed that most of the Navy had set sail for parts unknown and the naval air units at Ban Sattahip Air Base (U-Tapao International Airport) had also departed either out to sea, or to ports and bases in the South.He made a personal appeal to the commander of Marine Forces to no avail. They wanted no part of the upcoming struggle and advised the general to do the same. The general had other problems. The Royal Thai Marines were the frontline forces facing the southern border with Cambodia. He quickly reorganized his regiments, sending them to take the old Marine strongpoints to await further orders. Stopping the Marines never entered his mind.That was a bloodletting he wanted no part of. The last thing he did was inform his superiors, thus avoiding any stupid orders to the contrary. Suddenly the nebulous movements along the Cambodian border developed a haunting significance. He wondered how much longer he had before something happened.  It was H-hour minus five.At midnight a loyalist commander of a company of mechanized infantry in the 2nd Cavalry's 11th Battle Group (named after their axis of advance, Highway 11) decided to send a motorized section of his command forward to the advance position his battalion was to occupy come sunrise. Either later in the day, or tomorrow morning, the forces loyal to the regime would launch a coordinated assault against the rebels main supply center at Phitsanulok.He had a cot set up in his communications hut and had just nodded off when the radio squawked to life. His lieutenant in charge of the advance made a hurried report. They had encountered serious opposition in a confusing night action, then he went silent. The captain immediately swung into action. He put the rest of his men on alert, then contacted the neighboring Tank Battalion. He needed some armored support. He made a similar call to the attached artillery component.The Tank Battalions night officer quickly put a platoon of light tanks at his disposal. The artillery were ready for any fire mission he sent their way. Before the armor could arrive, the company commander found himself being called to the carpet by the Duty Officer at the 3rd Cavalry (two regiments of the 2nd Cav. had been attached to the 3rd's command) over his 'offensive' action and the relief mission was called off. What had happened to the patrol of 20 Royal Thai soldiers? He was ordered to wait until sunrise to find out.Little did anyone know, these were the first combat casualties of the upcoming rebel offensive. His patrol had stumbled across a battalion of mechanized troops arriving at their jump off point for the attack that was less than six hours from beginning. Neither the commander of the 11th Battle Group, the 3rd Cavalry Division, or First Army was informed that the enemy had already advanced twenty kilometers south of where they were supposed to be.  

Family Finances Guide: www.medicsmoney.co.uk/familyfinances Part 2 of Financial Family Planning In this episode, Matt and Cyra, a chartered accountant and doctor, delve deeper into financial planning for medical families. They discuss the impacts of maternity and paternity leave on NHS pensions and financial obligations such as student loans. Saira highlights the various maternity leave policies, their effect on pensions, and alternatives like shared parental leave. They also address ongoing student loan repayments during parental leave, potential discounts on professional subscriptions, and strategies to manage childcare costs while working in the NHS. Key topics include child benefits, tax-free childcare, and the nuances of working less than full-time as a medical professional. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:23 Recap of Part One 02:14 NHS Pension During Leave 05:16 Impact of Student Loans 08:01 Subscription Discounts During Leave 12:21 Child Benefits and Tax-Free Childcare 20:37 Locum Work and Parental Leave 22:08 Working Less Than Full Time 28:02 Conclusion and Guide Reminder

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I'm calling it right now. Lesbian Space Princess is the film of the year. I saw it in a sold out auditorium at the beautiful art deco Piccadilly cinema in Adelaide with an Adelaide Film Festival audience that lapped up every laugh, every tear, and every splash of neon bright queer celebration on screen. Lesbian Space Princess is the animated feature debut of filmmakers Leela Varghese and Emma Hough Hobbs, a collaborative force to be reckoned with, set to change the Australian film industry one bubblegum flavoured cel at a time. The film follows Saira (voiced brilliantly by the superb Shabana Azeez), the titular lesbian space princess who finds herself having to leave her sheltered planet in the wide galaxy to save her punk rock ex-girlfriend Kiki (Bernie Van Tiel) after she is kidnapped by the Straight White Maliens (voiced by the Aunty Donna crew). Saira pilots a ship (voiced with joyous deadpan delivery by Richard Roxburgh, completing his one-two punch of career best performances alongside his turn in The Correspondent), encountering the delightful Willow (a scene stealing Gemma Chua-Tran), and the two head off in the galaxy to save Kiki.That plot synopsis barely scratches the surface of what is going on within one of the sharpest, funniest, queerest films to be produced in Australia. There is the Australian film industry before Lesbian Space Princess, and there is the Australian film industry after Lesbian Space Princess, and I can't wait to see what work this film inspires people to create. I'm still giddy from the ten minute standing ovation that took place on the opening night. You know us Aussies, we're not partial to standing ovations, let alone standing for anything (unless it's a queue), so to know we stood, clapped, cheered, and heaped deserving praise on this debut film is a strong enough statement as it is. That energy I'm putting forward lingers in the following interview with Leela, Emma, and Shabana (who joined us after a day of shooting her HBO series The Pitt, and after her film Birdeater took home Best Indie Film at the AACTAs). In this discussion, we talk about the origins of Lesbian Space Princess, what it means to create a narrative that everyone can relate to, the varied emotionality of the film, and a lot more. We close the chat with Emma telling us the impact of the film on relationships. This interview was recorded ahead of Lesbian Space Princess' world premiere at the Berlinale Film Festival where it is in competition for the Panorama Audience Award and the Teddy Award for LGBTQIA+ films. The version screened at the Adelaide Film Festival was a work in progress print. Lesbian Space Princess was awarded the full $10,000 from the Queer Screen Completion Fund. The Completion Fund recipients are determined by an independent jury. The following chat is one of the first pieces (of many) that the Curb will be putting up this year as we celebrate the year of Lesbian Space Princess. Get excited folks, your new favourite film is not far away.If you want to find out more about the work we do on The Curb, then head over to TheCurb.com.au. We are a completely independent and ad free website that lives on the support of listeners and readers just like you. If you can and have the means to support us, please visit Patreon.com/thecurbau to support our work from as little as $1 a month. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I'm calling it right now. Lesbian Space Princess is the film of the year. I saw it in a sold out auditorium at the beautiful art deco Piccadilly cinema in Adelaide with an Adelaide Film Festival audience that lapped up every laugh, every tear, and every splash of neon bright queer celebration on screen. Lesbian Space Princess is the animated feature debut of filmmakers Leela Varghese and Emma Hough Hobbs, a collaborative force to be reckoned with, set to change the Australian film industry one bubblegum flavoured cel at a time. The film follows Saira (voiced brilliantly by the superb Shabana Azeez), the titular lesbian space princess who finds herself having to leave her sheltered planet in the wide galaxy to save her punk rock ex-girlfriend Kiki (Bernie Van Tiel) after she is kidnapped by the Straight White Maliens (voiced by the Aunty Donna crew). Saira pilots a ship (voiced with joyous deadpan delivery by Richard Roxburgh, completing his one-two punch of career best performances alongside his turn in The Correspondent), encountering the delightful Willow (a scene stealing Gemma Chua-Tran), and the two head off in the galaxy to save Kiki.That plot synopsis barely scratches the surface of what is going on within one of the sharpest, funniest, queerest films to be produced in Australia. There is the Australian film industry before Lesbian Space Princess, and there is the Australian film industry after Lesbian Space Princess, and I can't wait to see what work this film inspires people to create. I'm still giddy from the ten minute standing ovation that took place on the opening night. You know us Aussies, we're not partial to standing ovations, let alone standing for anything (unless it's a queue), so to know we stood, clapped, cheered, and heaped deserving praise on this debut film is a strong enough statement as it is. That energy I'm putting forward lingers in the following interview with Leela, Emma, and Shabana (who joined us after a day of shooting her HBO series The Pitt, and after her film Birdeater took home Best Indie Film at the AACTAs). In this discussion, we talk about the origins of Lesbian Space Princess, what it means to create a narrative that everyone can relate to, the varied emotionality of the film, and a lot more. We close the chat with Emma telling us the impact of the film on relationships. This interview was recorded ahead of Lesbian Space Princess' world premiere at the Berlinale Film Festival where it is in competition for the Panorama Audience Award and the Teddy Award for LGBTQIA+ films. The version screened at the Adelaide Film Festival was a work in progress print. Lesbian Space Princess was awarded the full $10,000 from the Queer Screen Completion Fund. The Completion Fund recipients are determined by an independent jury. The following chat is one of the first pieces (of many) that the Curb will be putting up this year as we celebrate the year of Lesbian Space Princess. Get excited folks, your new favourite film is not far away.If you want to find out more about the work we do on The Curb, then head over to TheCurb.com.au. We are a completely independent and ad free website that lives on the support of listeners and readers just like you. If you can and have the means to support us, please visit Patreon.com/thecurbau to support our work from as little as $1 a month. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Date: 18.02.2025 Join Saad Ahmed for Tuesday's show from 4-6pm where we will be discussing: ‘Hazrat Musleh Maud - Scholarly Work' and ‘Selective Feminism.' Hazrat Musleh Maud - Scholarly Work Hazrat Musleh Maud (ra), the second Khalifa of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, was a prolific scholar whose works have significantly enriched Islamic literature.Under his leadership, the Holy Qur'an was translated into multiple languages. These and many more of his works underscore Hazrat Musleh Maud's (ra) profound scholarship and his dedication to the advancement of Islamic knowledge. Join us for this very informative and inspiring show. Selective Feminism Feminism today focuses on advocating forgender equality, challenging the patriarchy, and empowering women worldwide. However, women in some countries continue to face oppression due to cultural, political, or religious restrictions. This segment will dive into how women's rights are evolving globally and the specific challenges faced by women in countries with strict patriarchal control, especially in regions where cultural or religious traditions heavily influence gender roles. Guests: Hafiz Ibrahim Hafif- Missionary Serving at the Ahmadiyya National Headquarters, Accra, Ghana Eesa Orchard - Young Khadim who studied the life of Hazrat Mirza Bashir ud Din Mahmood Ahmed (ra) Lina AbiRafeh - Feminist Activist Author and Global Expert on Women's Rights Yvonne Ndirangu - Communications Officer, Womankind Worldwide Saira Iffat Bhatti - Founder and Manager of Saira's Academy Producers: Anila Syed-Usman and Sabiha Tariq

Let's face it—trying to build a successful business on your own is exhausting. Without a strong support system, it's easy to feel overwhelmed, stuck, and unsure of your next steps. That's why in this episode of The Business of Thinking Big, I'm sitting down with five incredible Mamas & Co. members to talk about the game-changing power of community and connection.Together, we explore how these amazing women found clarity, confidence, and inspiration by surrounding themselves with the right people. From landing major contracts to achieving financial milestones, their stories prove that success isn't a solo journey—it's about finding your people and building each other up along the way.If you've ever wondered what's possible when you lean into community, accountability, and your unique vision, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to feel inspired, empowered, and ready to define success on your own terms. And remember—success isn't one-size-fits-all. It's about building a business and life that aligns with what matters most to YOU.In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode,‌ ‌you'll discover:‌ ‌Why going it alone often leads to burnout and stagnation.The real impact of community on your business growth and mindset.How to define and achieve your unique version of success.Inspiring wins from Mamas & Co. members, from doubling revenue to quitting the 9-to-5 grind.Timestamps:‌ ‌03:00 – Meet the panel: Five inspiring Mamas & Co. members.06:00 – What brought these women to Mamas & Co. and their initial goals.17:00 – Celebrating wins: Financial growth, clarity, and confidence.30:00 – The role of relationships in building a thriving business.36:00 – Defining your version of success.43:00 – Closing thoughts and how to join Mamas & Co.Links mentioned:‌ ‌A-Players: https://www.mamasandco.com/coachingKelley's website: https://inklingdesign.ca/Anita's website: https://www.anitarombough.com/Saira's website: https://connectedstart.ca/Ashwini's website: https://quirkyhippiedecor.square.site/Mandy's website: https://www.amandagavigan.com/ Join us starting Monday, February 24th for Mamapreneur Week, for a free trial of the Mamas & Co. community. To sign up, all you have to do is head to https://www.mamasandco.com/mweek— Learn with me: Mamapreneur Success Path - Free Audio Training ‌Connect with me: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liannekimcoach Instagram: @liannekimcoach Join the Mamas & Co. community to get access to valuable resources and the support of likeminded mompreneurs and mentors: https://www.mamasandco.com Instagram: @mamasandco Podcasting support: https://theultimatecreative.com

Saira and I talk about things in the pop culture while I'm gone off an edible

This episode Saira and I talk about me losing a dear friend of mine and our funny moments and we also talk about the inauguration and other things in pop culture.

Ha figyelek a külvilág változásaira, nem biztos, hogy a mai Magyarországon Proustot fordítottam volna Telex     2025-01-25 17:50:24     Könyv Jancsó Miklós Az első francia kiadás után 111 évvel végre megjelent magyarul, egységes kiadásban, ugyanattól a fordítótól Marcel Proust Az eltűnt idő nyomában című regényciklusa. A fordítóval, Jancsó Júliával beszélgettünk a világirodalom egyik legnagyobb regényéről, a magyar fordítás késéséről és az elmúlt harminc évről. Elrablásáról és 'halálközeli' élményéről beszélt Benedict Cumberbatch Mafab     2025-01-26 04:54:02     Film Interjú Afrika BBC Benedict Cumberbatch A Variety-nek adott interjújában Benedict Cumberbatch (legutóbbi szerepei a cikkünk galériájában) felidézett egy megrázó élményt a múltjából, amikor egy BBC-sorozatot forgatott Dél-Afrikában. Minden idők legjobb romantikus filmjei, amiket a Netflixen is megtalálsz in.hu     2025-01-25 19:37:02     Film Párkapcsolat Netflix Dokumentumfilm A romantikus filmek mindig jól jönnek. Bármennyire is szeretjük a lebilincselő bűnügyi dokumentumfilmeket és az izgalmas thrillereket, vannak napok, amikor egyszerűen csak szerelmes filmeket akarunk nézni.Szerencsénkre romantikus filmekből a Netflixen sincs hiány, a platformon minden idők legjobb filmjei közül is megtalálunk néhányat. A következő p A Taxisofőr írója szerint zseniális forgatókönyveket készít a ChatGPT Hamu és Gyémánt     2025-01-26 06:24:07     Film Mesterséges intelligencia Taxi ChatGPT Martin Scorsese Paul Schrader neve főleg Martin Scorsese alkotásai kapcsán lehet ismerős: a most 78 éves író, rendező jegyzi többek közt a Dühöngő bika, a Krisztus utolsó megkísértése és a Taxisofőr forgatókönyvét is. A filmes világban jártas szakember legutóbb arról nyilatkozott, hogy kivételes lehetőségeket lát a mesterséges intelligenciában (MI), és szívesen rá Filmszerű képkockákon peregnek a jelenetek Librarius     2025-01-26 08:00:14     Könyv Mozi Filmszerű képkockákon peregnek a jelenetek. Egykor a mozigépész befűzte, ma digitális fájlként kapjuk szélesképernyőn az otthonunkban. Több mint húsz színjátszócsoport mutatja be előadásait a X. Pajtaszínházi Szemlén HírTV     2025-01-25 17:43:00     Színpad Hétvége Színház Nemzeti Színház Több mint húsz magyarországi és határon túli színjátszócsoport mutatja be előadásait a X. Pajtaszínházi Szemlén a hétvégén Budapesten, a Nemzeti Színházban. Bajba került Kate Winslet, mert túlélte a Titanicot NLC     2025-01-26 07:07:27     Film Párizs Titanic Kate Winslet Kate Winslet-szakértő. Biztos vagyok benne, hogy a francia Claire Duguet sosem nevezné magát így, de talán nem túlzás ezt állítani valakiről, aki hosszú hónapokat szentelt az életéből annak, hogy portréfilmet készítsen a Titanic sztárjáról. A Kate Winslet: mindenestül színésznő alkotójával Párizsban beszélgettem. Timothée Chalamet a hollywoodi elitklub új tagja Igényesférfi.hu     2025-01-26 08:34:28     Film Hollywood Timothée Chalamet Timothée Chalamet mindössze 29 évesen csatlakozott egy rendkívül exkluzív körhöz: ő lett az egyik legfiatalabb színész, akit kétszer is jelöltek a legjobb férfi főszereplőnek járó Oscar-díjra. Második jelölését a Sehol se otthon című filmben nyújtott alakításáért kapta, amelyben Bob Dylant kelti életre. Embereket ölt, egykor szülei szeme fénye volt 24.hu     2025-01-26 09:56:31     Film Niels Högel százas nagyságrendben gyilkolt meg embereket, rémtetteit már ezerszer feldolgozták, most azonban két olyan alaknak a szemszögéből láthatjuk a történetet, akik ugyancsak áldozatok. A szüleiéből. A legmélyebb gödörből saját magunk elfogadásáig – Megnéztük a Szerethető című filmet refresher.hu     2025-01-26 09:28:00     Film Párkapcsolat Mozi Norvégia Önfejlesztés A "Loveable" egy házasság széthullását mutatja be, a fókusz mégsem a váláson, hanem a feleség önismereti útján van. A norvég mozi tanulsága, hogy nem lehet megúszni a hozott minták felismerését ahhoz, hogy egészségesen tudjunk szeretni, és szeretve lenni. Nem Solti Ádám volt, aki először hűtlenkedett Story     2025-01-26 05:00:49     Bulvár Solti Ádám Solti Ádám azt nyilatkozta a Bestnek, hogy máig nem bocsátott meg magának azért, mert hűtlen volt feleségéhez. A színész a nyilvánosság előtt is vállalta a félrelépését, de nem ő az egyetlen, aki kanosszát járt a rajongói előtt. A további adásainkat keresd a podcast.hirstart.hu oldalunkon.

Ha figyelek a külvilág változásaira, nem biztos, hogy a mai Magyarországon Proustot fordítottam volna Telex     2025-01-25 17:50:24     Könyv Jancsó Miklós Az első francia kiadás után 111 évvel végre megjelent magyarul, egységes kiadásban, ugyanattól a fordítótól Marcel Proust Az eltűnt idő nyomában című regényciklusa. A fordítóval, Jancsó Júliával beszélgettünk a világirodalom egyik legnagyobb regényéről, a magyar fordítás késéséről és az elmúlt harminc évről. Elrablásáról és 'halálközeli' élményéről beszélt Benedict Cumberbatch Mafab     2025-01-26 04:54:02     Film Interjú Afrika BBC Benedict Cumberbatch A Variety-nek adott interjújában Benedict Cumberbatch (legutóbbi szerepei a cikkünk galériájában) felidézett egy megrázó élményt a múltjából, amikor egy BBC-sorozatot forgatott Dél-Afrikában. Minden idők legjobb romantikus filmjei, amiket a Netflixen is megtalálsz in.hu     2025-01-25 19:37:02     Film Párkapcsolat Netflix Dokumentumfilm A romantikus filmek mindig jól jönnek. Bármennyire is szeretjük a lebilincselő bűnügyi dokumentumfilmeket és az izgalmas thrillereket, vannak napok, amikor egyszerűen csak szerelmes filmeket akarunk nézni.Szerencsénkre romantikus filmekből a Netflixen sincs hiány, a platformon minden idők legjobb filmjei közül is megtalálunk néhányat. A következő p A Taxisofőr írója szerint zseniális forgatókönyveket készít a ChatGPT Hamu és Gyémánt     2025-01-26 06:24:07     Film Mesterséges intelligencia Taxi ChatGPT Martin Scorsese Paul Schrader neve főleg Martin Scorsese alkotásai kapcsán lehet ismerős: a most 78 éves író, rendező jegyzi többek közt a Dühöngő bika, a Krisztus utolsó megkísértése és a Taxisofőr forgatókönyvét is. A filmes világban jártas szakember legutóbb arról nyilatkozott, hogy kivételes lehetőségeket lát a mesterséges intelligenciában (MI), és szívesen rá Filmszerű képkockákon peregnek a jelenetek Librarius     2025-01-26 08:00:14     Könyv Mozi Filmszerű képkockákon peregnek a jelenetek. Egykor a mozigépész befűzte, ma digitális fájlként kapjuk szélesképernyőn az otthonunkban. Több mint húsz színjátszócsoport mutatja be előadásait a X. Pajtaszínházi Szemlén HírTV     2025-01-25 17:43:00     Színpad Hétvége Színház Nemzeti Színház Több mint húsz magyarországi és határon túli színjátszócsoport mutatja be előadásait a X. Pajtaszínházi Szemlén a hétvégén Budapesten, a Nemzeti Színházban. Bajba került Kate Winslet, mert túlélte a Titanicot NLC     2025-01-26 07:07:27     Film Párizs Titanic Kate Winslet Kate Winslet-szakértő. Biztos vagyok benne, hogy a francia Claire Duguet sosem nevezné magát így, de talán nem túlzás ezt állítani valakiről, aki hosszú hónapokat szentelt az életéből annak, hogy portréfilmet készítsen a Titanic sztárjáról. A Kate Winslet: mindenestül színésznő alkotójával Párizsban beszélgettem. Timothée Chalamet a hollywoodi elitklub új tagja Igényesférfi.hu     2025-01-26 08:34:28     Film Hollywood Timothée Chalamet Timothée Chalamet mindössze 29 évesen csatlakozott egy rendkívül exkluzív körhöz: ő lett az egyik legfiatalabb színész, akit kétszer is jelöltek a legjobb férfi főszereplőnek járó Oscar-díjra. Második jelölését a Sehol se otthon című filmben nyújtott alakításáért kapta, amelyben Bob Dylant kelti életre. Embereket ölt, egykor szülei szeme fénye volt 24.hu     2025-01-26 09:56:31     Film Niels Högel százas nagyságrendben gyilkolt meg embereket, rémtetteit már ezerszer feldolgozták, most azonban két olyan alaknak a szemszögéből láthatjuk a történetet, akik ugyancsak áldozatok. A szüleiéből. A legmélyebb gödörből saját magunk elfogadásáig – Megnéztük a Szerethető című filmet refresher.hu     2025-01-26 09:28:00     Film Párkapcsolat Mozi Norvégia Önfejlesztés A "Loveable" egy házasság széthullását mutatja be, a fókusz mégsem a váláson, hanem a feleség önismereti útján van. A norvég mozi tanulsága, hogy nem lehet megúszni a hozott minták felismerését ahhoz, hogy egészségesen tudjunk szeretni, és szeretve lenni. Nem Solti Ádám volt, aki először hűtlenkedett Story     2025-01-26 05:00:49     Bulvár Solti Ádám Solti Ádám azt nyilatkozta a Bestnek, hogy máig nem bocsátott meg magának azért, mert hűtlen volt feleségéhez. A színész a nyilvánosság előtt is vállalta a félrelépését, de nem ő az egyetlen, aki kanosszát járt a rajongói előtt. A további adásainkat keresd a podcast.hirstart.hu oldalunkon.

Recorded on 23 January 2025 for ICMDA Webinars. Howard Lyons chairs a webinar with Dr Santhosh Mathew For more on the Diploma in Healthcare Management visit https://icmda.net/resources/i-pgdhcm/ The lack of trained healthcare managers and leaders who can efficiently manage healthcare institutions in resource limited settings is well known. The recent pandemic highlighted the critical need for strong healthcare systems and effective leadership. To address this need, a 2-year online Post-Graduate Diploma in Health Care Management is being developed. This webinar will address the why and how of the planned Post-Graduate Diploma in Health Care management. Santhosh trained as an Internal Medicine specialist and worked part time as an Internal Medicine Consultant in Duncan Hospital, India, a 225 bedded hospital near the Nepal border. He is the training coordinator for ICMDA developing an online learning platform. He has pioneered HIV & TB healthcare programmes in marginalised communities and is involved in hospital leadership roles across North India. He is married to Saira, an Anaesthetist, and they have two children. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠To listen live to future ICMDA webinars visit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://icmda.net/resources/webinars/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Saira and I talk about California burning down and people reacting to celebrities houses burning to the ground and we also talk about many topics in the pop culture and we also talk about wanting to leave the 50-50 debate in 2024

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In this episode, we are celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Royal Studies Journal. Host Saira Baker interviews Ellie Woodacre, in her capacity as Editor-in-Chief of the RSJ to discuss the development of the journal and how this links to the overall growth of the field of royal studies. Saira and Ellie also discuss new developments for 2025, including the relaunch of the Royal Studies blog, which is now a forum for the reseach and activity of the postgraduate students and early career scholars in the field.Key Links:Royal Studies Journal (check out the 10th anniversary issue here)Royal Studies Blog  (publication date: 13th January 2025)2025 RSJ Article Prize for PGR/ECRs (Deadline 15 March 2025)Guest Bio: Dr Elena (Ellie) Woodacre is a Reader in Renaissance History at the University of Winchester. She is a specialist in queenship and royal studies and has published extensively in this area including her recent monographs, Queens and Queenship (ARC, 2021) and Joan of Navarre: Infanta, Duchess, Queen, Witch? (Routledge, 2022). Elena is the organizer of the ‘Kings & Queens' conference series, founder of the Royal Studies Network, Editor-in-Chief of the Royal Studies Journal, the editor of two book series with Routledge and ARC Humanities Press and a general editor of the Winchester University Press. Dr Woodacre regularly engages with international media on current events connected with monarchical history and featured in the documentary series Queens that Changed the World.Twitter: @monarchyconfBluesky: @ewoodacre.bsky.social Instagram/Threads: @royalstudiesscholar 

Saira and I talk about our Thanksgiving's and her going back to work after being off for a couple months after having her baby and we also talk about rock and Blueface and Zeus network drama and we also read a couple advice segments from six black chicks and much more…

In this episode, Greg Früchtenicht, Chief Operating Officer at Saira Hospitality, shares how his team is transforming the hospitality hiring process by turning rejections into referrals through Saira Connect, a new initiative designed to help hotels find hidden talent while supporting candidates in their career journeys.Listeners Will Learn:The key challenges hospitality recruiters face with one-click job portals and overwhelming volumes of applications.How rejection emails can be transformed into referral opportunities to match candidates with better-suited roles.Insights into the Saira Connect model, which combines human-centered screening and workshops to prepare candidates for hospitality careers.How the program benefits both candidates and hotel partners by creating a more inclusive and supportive hiring process.Real-world examples of candidates who found meaningful opportunities through Saira Connect.Why a human touch in recruitment can improve candidate experiences and elevate employer branding in the hospitality industry.How local partnerships and training programs can address systemic hiring challenges and strengthen the talent pipeline.You may also enjoy: Offering Hope Through Hospitality: How We Worked with St. Giles Hotels to Create Opportunities for our Community - Greg Früchtenicht, Saira HospitalitySend Josiah a text This episode is brought to you with support from Roomza, which helps hotels attract premium travelers seeking personalized experiences over discounts. Roomza is now accepting applications for its exclusive pilot program, which includes a free Hotel Personalization Starter Kit with Dyson and Theragun equipment. Learn more and apply at roomza.com/partnerA few more resources: If you're new to Hospitality Daily, start here. You can send me a message here with questions, comments, or guest suggestions If you want to get my summary and actionable insights from each episode delivered to your inbox each day, subscribe here for free. Follow Hospitality Daily and join the conversation on YouTube, LinkedIn, and Instagram. If you want to advertise on Hospitality Daily, here are the ways we can work together. If you found this episode interesting or helpful, send it to someone on your team so you can turn the ideas into action and benefit your business and the people you serve! Music for this show is produced by Clay Bassford of Bespoke Sound: Music Identity Design for Hospitality Brands

In this special episode, we explore the transformative role of hospitality in bridging divides, fostering empathy, and building community across cultural and political lines. Listen for insights from recent conversations with hospitality leaders across the US and around the world who believe in hospitality's ability to bring people together despite differences.In this episode, you'll hear from:Ashli Johnson, Founder of Hospitality Hued: Ashli discusses how hospitality, when centered around serving others, can be a force for unity in both personal and professional spheres.Sarah Eustis, CEO of Main Street Hospitality: Sarah describes her hotel's open-door policy that invites people from all walks of life, fostering inclusivity and meaningful dialogue.Jason Himber, CEO of MINA Group: Jason emphasizes how sharing a meal can break down barriers, facilitating open, relaxed conversations even in challenging circumstances.Christopher Hunsberger, COO of Appellation: Christopher reflects on the importance of diversity in hospitality, both within teams and among guests, as a way to build empathy and understanding.Charlie MacGregor, Founder of The Social Hub: Charlie speaks about creating safe spaces where people can express diverse perspectives and connect without fear of judgment.Kara Bartelt, GM of The Hoxton in Los Angeles: Kara discusses her hotel's proactive involvement in the local community, helping to revitalize downtown Los Angeles through engagement and advocacy.Christopher Randall, Director of Community Impact at 21c Museum Hotel in St. Louis: Christopher shares how his hotel supports community empowerment through inclusivity and access to resources.Harsha L'Aqua, Founder of Saira Hospitality: Harsha reflects on her philanthropic journey inspired by Mother Teresa, discussing Saira's approach to combining hospitality with meaningful social impact.Send Josiah a text A few more resources: If you're new to Hospitality Daily, start here. You can send me a message here with questions, comments, or guest suggestions If you want to get my summary and actionable insights from each episode delivered to your inbox each day, subscribe here for free. Follow Hospitality Daily and join the conversation on YouTube, LinkedIn, and Instagram. If you want to advertise on Hospitality Daily, here are the ways we can work together. If you found this episode interesting or helpful, send it to someone on your team so you can turn the ideas into action and benefit your business and the people you serve! Music for this show is produced by Clay Bassford of Bespoke Sound: Music Identity Design for Hospitality Brands

Saira and I catch up on how her life is going since having the baby and we also talk about Young Thug being released from jail and the Megan Thee Stallion documentary and much more…

Saira and I talk about the P Diddy arrest and allegations. We also talk about Kim Porter's book and Nicki Minaj going at Jeezy and much more in pop culture.

Bienvenidos al primer episodio de Ultraterrestres X Tierra de Montañas, un espacio para dar voz a todas aquellas personalidades del Trail Running que se destacan por sus grandes logros y que ademas son grandes personas. En este episodio platico con Saira Cruz corredore de ultra distancia y que se ha mantenido en el top femenil en México por varios años.  

Saira and I talk about Shannon sharp recent viral moment, and Rich Homie Quan death and I review on Bel-Air season three (spoiler)and more…

In this episode of Fintech Layer Cake, host Reggie Young talks with Saira Rahman, VP of New Investor Initiatives at Fundrise, about the intricate world of net interest margins, the importance of strategic bank partnerships, and the evolving landscape of fintech. Saira shares her unique insights from her experiences at both traditional banks and fintech startups, offering practical advice for navigating the complex intersection of banking and technology. Whether you're in fintech or banking, this episode will provide you with actionable insights to refine your strategies. Tune in to learn why more bank partners aren't always better and how interest rates impact fintechs and banks alike.

Trials of a cancer 'vaccine' have begun and presenter James meets Steve, one of the first patients to trial the new treatment, Steve remembers his shock at being diagnosed with colorectal cancer in his 40s and tells the story of how he became involved in this pioneering research into tackling cancer.The vaccine is based on the same mRNA technology as the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine and James heads to the University of Cambridge to find out how the early work into cancer vaccines became the foundation for the rapid rollout of the covid vaccine. In the lab, molecular biologist Dr Anne Willis and immunologist Dr James Thaventhiran explain how the vaccine is personalised to target the unique make-up of an individual patients' cancer cells, and how if the trials are successful they could open the door to mRNA treatments being used to treat a wide range of diseases.Also, Imperial College London cyber security researcher Dr Saira Ghafur joins James in the studio to explain why healthcare is a growing target for cyber attackers and how we can prepare for the next one because, as Saira says, it really is a case of "when" not "if".Presented by James Gallagher Produced by Tom Bonnett with Hannah Robins Assistant Producer: Katie Tomsett Editor: Holly Squire

Saira and I talk about -sexy red new lip gloss names Tank say Chris brown is better than Mj SexyRed gross lipgloss name Lil Yachty receiving backlash for allegedly down talking his friend I disagree with the backlashAnd much more…

Gran documental en donde seguimos la historia de Rosa y Saira. La primera estudia para lograr ser abogada. La segunda confronta su identidad de género en búsqueda de su transición. Ambas son parejas. Ambas son sordas. Esta cinta busca narrar aprovechando el lenguaje audiovisual las experiencias, limitantes y lo rico y vivo que es el entorno en el que se mueven nuestras protagonistas, a pesar de tener muchos elementos en contra, debido a sus limitaciones físicas. A pesar de ello, tanto su relación como su espíritu las llevan hacia adelante mientras encuentran su lugar en este mundo, juntas, desde luego. El trabajo del equipo encabezado por Manuel Acuña Arellano es sobresaliente, al poder hacer que el espectador empatice y sienta el mundo de nuestros personajes, de manera más efectiva que cinta de horror mexicana reciente en donde te dejaban hasta sordo... o pretendían hacerlo, buscando de manera menos lograda lo que hace este más humilde documental. Un pero quizás viene para la parte del cierre, el cual pudo ser un poco más breve al eliminar algunas secuencias, pero para nada demerita el gran trabajo en esta cinta. 

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Saira and I discuss Kamala Harris having Megan Thee Stallion perform at her rally in Atlanta. also we talk about how marriage is more than just a piece of paper and we also talk about Cardi B being pregnant and falling for divorce and much more in pop culture!

Saira and I discuss pop culture

We know content creation is a hot topic in the industry right now. You either are triggered by it or you are embracing it. We figured it was time to really dive into what it all entails because it is not going anywhere. Today's guest, Saira Mirza of Social Saira has actually been doing content creation since before content creation was even a thing! She shared with us her tips on how photographers, videographers, and content creators, can effectively work together- and after over 14 years in industry she knows what she is talking about. The most important thing to remember is that we are all on the same team and ultimately we are all there to serve our couples the best we can. We are so excited for you to listen to this one! LEVEL UP resources:- Luxury Client Communication Guide- https://thelevelupco.com/luxury-client-communication-guide- Download your free Planner Communication Guide here: https://thelevelupco.com/planner-communication-freebie- Purchase the Filmmaker / Wedding Planner Communication Email Templates: https://thelevelupco.com/planner-email-template-bundle- Purchase the Elevated Client Experience Bundle: https://thelevelupco.com/client-experience-bundle- Join the LEVEL UP Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/levelupyourweddingbusiness- Learn more about The Luxury Framework + Mastermind: https://thelevelupco.com/theluxuryframework Connect with Taylor , Kelley + The Level Up Co.:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelevelupco/Taylor's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taylorpetrinovich/Kelley's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/618studio...

In this second instalment, Jonathan and Saira Hameed, Consultant Endocrinologist at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, and a Senior Tutor and Honorary Clinical Senior Lecturer at Imperial College London, delve further into advocating for patients and collaborating across specialities. Find out her plan to prevent the children of today from ever becoming patients.   Use the following timestampsto navigate this episode!  (00:33)- Introduction (01:03)- Dangers of drug use without a prescription (03:17)- Perseverance in clinical research  (06:20)- Advocating for patients (09:00)- Thinking upstream (11:28)- Advice for aspiring medical professionals (13:37)- Saira's three wishes for healthcare

Shakeel Syed has been a longtime activist within his South Asian community, fighting for the civil liberties of Muslims who were targeted by the FBI and the Los Angeles Police Department following the terrorist attacks of September 11th, 2001. But his activism had a cost. He was away from home on nights and weekends, absent from his wife, Saira Sayeed, and their four kids. Saira took on the work at home by herself, and they've never really talked about it. Now, for the first time, Shakeel and Saira open up about the roles they played after 9/11 and the future they want to build together.Stay connected with us! E-mail us at inheriting@laiststudios.com to share your questions, feelings, and even your story.Inheriting is entirely funded by supporters like you. If you want to hear future seasons, go to LAist.com/Inheriting and click on the orange box to donate.You can also find resources about the historic events covered in each episode and relevant lesson plans from the Asian American Education Project, including the ones below.Lesson 5.6 (Grades 5-12): "Victimized Twice": 9/11/2001, South Asian Americans & Islamophobiahttps://asianamericanedu.org/victimized-twice-9-11-2001-south-asian-islamophobia.htmlLesson 5.6.1 (Grades 9-12): Hate Crimes Analysis, Post 9/11https://asianamericanedu.org/hate-crime-analysis-post-911.htmlLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

What is the relationship between food and metabolic health? Find out with Saira Hameed, Consultant Endocrinologist at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, and a Senior Tutor and Honorary Clinical Senior Lecturer at Imperial College London. In this episode, Jonathan and Hameed discuss her book “The full Diet,” and how food intake alters energy expenditure in turn metabolic rate. Please use the following timestamps to navigate the episode:  (00:00)-Introduction (02:54)-The evolution of Saira's journey  (05:49)- Imperial-SatPro weight management programme (12:27)- The Full Diet (20:59)- Powerful of the 200 references  (24:54)- What we eat, how we eat, and what we weigh have an impact 

Saira and I talk about a bunch of pop culture

Greg Früchtenicht is the Chief Operating Officer at Saira Hospitality, and in this episode, he shares what he's learned about evaluating culture in hospitality organizations - and the big problem automation poses in the hiring process.Thoughts, questions, suggestions? Send me a text messageThis episode is brought to you with support from Sojern. I teamed up with Sojern to study how hoteliers use data to drive revenue and build stronger guest relationships. You can see what we found in this research report: How Hotel Brands Are Using First-Party Data to Drive Revenue & Build Stronger Relationships. Want to get my summary and actionable insights from each episode delivered to your inbox each day? Subscribe here for free.Follow Hospitality Daily and join the conversation on YouTube, LinkedIn, and Instagram.Music by Clay Bassford of Bespoke Sound: Music Identity Design for Hospitality Brands

Greg Früchtenicht is the Chief Operating Officer at Saira Hospitality, and in this episode, he shares the origin and implementation of a transformative program with St. Giles Hotels in London that not only provides shelter to people experiencing homelessness but also empowers them with crucial hospitality career skills that create opportunities for them.You may also enjoy: From Mother Teresa to Creating Opportunities Through Hospitality - Harsha L'Acqua, Saira HospitalityTransforming Hospitality Education to Break Down Barriers and Create Opportunities - Harsha L'Acqua, Saira HospitalityWorking With The LeBron James Family Foundation and Saira Hospitality to Empower Communities - Kevin Osterhaus, Graduate HotelsMusic by Clay Bassford of Bespoke Sound: Music Identity Design for Hospitality Brands

In this episode Rhonda talks to Saira Alikhan, attorney and senior commercial advisor at Google. The two discuss Saira's  experience with race in the US as a child of immigrants and the impact it's had on her career trajectory.  Also, Saira has charted a unique career path chock full of rich experiences and powerful pivots. If you're looking to pivot in your career or are just looking for inspiration, this episode is definitely for you! Lots of gems in this episode!

Thirteen thousand children and counting....and as you heard on our hiatus announcement, at home, moms are losing their kids, too, to the continued shock of the community. Why are we so shocked? Are we untouchable, above grief and trials from Allah? No, He's promised them to us, and we pray to pass all those tests. Ameen.One of the moms who came on before is our beloved teammate, Saira Sufi, who even recently moved us to tears at our gala when she shared the story of her son, Hadi. She is our role model, who embodies beautiful patience and imaan while facing what we can only imagine is lifelong grief. Despite losses that we would describe as "crushing," she crushed them, and instead has built a legacy for Hadi that will make those of us who never met him, truly regretful. This may be a triggering episode for anyone who has suffered immense loss and grief, so maybe listen in a group so you can support each other through this episode. Remember to pray for our sisters and families abroad who are waking up every day to the wrenching reality of an unalived child or relative. Their grief is so tragic because it was 100% manmade and 100% avoidable. Also, let's never forget to support medical research and to join minority blood registries in case we can ever help another family avoid illness and loss. This episode is for every mom, sibling, and family who's ever experienced the loss of a child, and we pray for their continued healing and reward with Allah SWT. Ameen.Links:Team Watience Website: https://www.teamwatience.com/Team Watience FB: https://www.facebook.com/TeamWatience/Team Watience IG: https://www.instagram.com/sairasufiandteamwatience/Help reach Saira's $60K research goal by donating to the Hadi Abdu Rasheed Research Fund for Aplastic Anemia: https://aamdsif.salsalabs.org/eoyp2pfundraisingcampaign/p/hadiabdurrasheedsresearchfund/index.html Be the Match and register your bone marrow with the minority registry for a child or human in need; it just takes a cheek swab, no blood! https://bethematch.org/support-the-cause/donate-bone-marrow/join-the-marrow-registry/Support the show1. Web: www.mommyingwhilemuslim.com2. Email: salam@mommyingwhilemuslim.com3. FB: Mommying While Muslim page and Mommyingwhilemuslim group4. IG: @mommyingwhilemuslimpodcast5. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrrdKxpBdBO4ZLwB1kTmz1w

Saira Khan-Gallo is on a mission to bridge the gaps in diabetes outcomes by championing equitable and patient-centered healthcare. In this episode we delve into Saira’s unique story of meeting her husband through matching insulin pumps, her time in the Peace Corps, a passion project close to her heart, and how Type 1 diabetes is […]