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Saudi oil output to return faster than first thought-sources
Dmitry Zhdannikov and Alex Lawler
LONDON — Saudi Arabia's oil output will be fully restored quicker than thought following weekend attacks on production facilities, two sources briefed on developments said on Tuesday, taking two or three weeks not months as initial indications suggested.
The kingdom is close to restoring 70% of the 5.7 million barrels per day (bpd) production lost due to the attacks, said one of the sources, a top Saudi official briefed on progress.
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That source said state-run Saudi Aramco's output would be fully back online in the next two to three weeks.
On Monday, two sources briefed on the company's operations had said a full return to normal oil production volumes "may take months."
Oil prices, which had soared almost 20% on Monday, fell sharply on Tuesday. Brent crude was down $3.72, or 5.4%, at $65.30 a barrel by 1350 GMT. (Reporting by Alex Lawler and Dmitry Zhdannikov, Editing by Veronica Brown and Edmund Blair)


This document lays down the objectives for Colombia's biofuels production, in order to secure energy supply and reduce the dependence on fossil fuels. It indicates the production regions and fuel blends (initially aiming at 10% for the period 2006- 2010, source Ministerio de Minas y Energia). In Colombia only 50.000 ha of the 3.000.000 available where used in 2007 for ethanol production and the policy aims at increasing this production. The policy also addresses actions to improve the biofuel program: Decree 383 of 2007, decree 2629 of 2007, Resolution 18 0158 de 2007, creation of Seed Capital fund, continuous review of characteristic of ethanol pricing. On the biodiesel program it lays down views on logistics, Free Trade Zones for bio fuel production, lab test development, and the making of a Conpes document.


Grannies à Gogo is presenting a Fabric Sale Extravaganza. Up for grabs will be a hundreds of meters of fabrics and yarns, as well as notions.
The visual feast includes satins, silks, synthetics, cottons, laces, wools, rayons, denims, knits, flannels and much more. All are pre-measured and labelled. There is every colour and pattern conceivable – imagine a hundred times Joseph's infamous multi-coloured coat. Anyone who is keen on sewing, quilting, costume making, or crafting will be up to their eyeballs in delight.
And the kicker… it is ALL spectacularly inexpensive, regardless of fabric type. There are also heaps of rolled off-cuts of less than a metre for sale at $5 per grocery bag. Also available are quantities of doll making supplies.
The Fabric Extravaganza will be held Saturday, April 6th, from 10 – 4 pm at The People Place, 3402- 27th Avenue, Rm. 006. Please bring your own bag. Cash or cheques only.
Icebergs off the coast of Newfoundland.
The Grannies à Gogo series of four winter Travelogues have proven so popular that they will now be hosted in a new venue, the much more spacious Emerald Room at the Schubert Centre, 3505 – 30 Ave, Vernon. Take note! The impressive 2018 season of four new destinations is the eighth season of these remarkable Travelogues. The first in the winter series focuses on the Polar Bears of Churchill, Manitoba on Friday, Jan. 12. The next looks at Myanmar/Burma on Friday, Jan. 19. The third travelogue explores the spectacle of Iceland on Friday, Jan. 26, and winding up the winter series we travel to Portugal on Friday, Feb.2. All the slide-show presentations are scheduled for 10:00 am at the Schubert Centre.
Marnie & Ted Melnyk kick off this series with Churchill in Polar Bear Season, a week-long "learning vacation" at the Northern Studies Science Centre at Churchill, Manitoba. Throughout that time they had a scientist guide who gave daily informative talks about their wildlife research. They joined an international group of about twenty people who could interact with the research and, for example, helped with a seal count. While spending two days on giant tundra buggies they successfully sought out and found polar bears and other wildlife, capturing them with their cameras. Another highlight included a helicopter ride over the Hudson's Bay coast, viewing the tundra and polar bears with cubs. They will complete the presentation with a look at Inuit art, the culture, the history, and the community spirit.
In the second travelogue Sue Harnett presents Myanmar/Burma and shares the complexity of this country's past, present, and future which is currently so much in the news. Sue shares her observations and experiences while touring this changing country, noting the underlying political climate where powerful and corrupt 'generals' are in control and people are reticent to talk. Yet there is also a real feeling of optimism, since the first "free election" and the lifting of sanctions, and of economic progress. She perceives bustling modern cities, lovely landscapes, opulent temples and Buddhist beliefs and traditions which are respected.
The season's third travelogue has us Warming Up to Iceland with Connie & Dudley deLeenheer. As the much quoted saying goes, "Nobody goes to Iceland for the weather", and they quickly found out why it is so popular as a tourist destination. Iceland presents the opportunity to experience pure, unspoiled nature with very little in the way of human interference. They were fascinated by the gems of nature and the dramatically varied landscapes, some of which were very moonscape-like, where movies such as 'Star Wars' and 'Interstellar' have been filmed. Beautiful fjords and spectacular waterfalls provide diversity. Connie has a connection to Iceland since her great-grandparents were born there. She was impressed by the challenging life of people who lived in sod houses back in the day, yet they were resourceful and managed to get through their hardships with their daily phrase: "Everything will be all right." Iceland is a very old and awe-inspiring country and was home to the world's first organized parliament.
Rounding out the Winter Morning Travelogue series is Portugal – Where Old World Meets the New, seen through the photos and comments of Juve & Isabel Furtado. Beginning in Isabel's native city of Lisbon, the capital of Portugal, they focus on sites of historical importance such as the impressive 1502 Jeronimos Monastery and the Belem Tower, both renowned for their magnificent architecture and interesting histories. Also catching attention are the irresistible Portuguese "pasteis de nata" or custard tarts like no other. They travel to the City of Porto, famous for its port wine, and to the coast of Algarve with its beautiful beaches and picturesque old towns.
Join us as we armchair travel to these four captivating destinations! All presentations will be held at the Schubert Centre, 3505 – 30 Ave, Vernon at 10:00 am. Admission is $5 at the door. All proceeds directly support bereaved African grandmothers raising their orphaned grandchildren. Schubert Centre will have coffee/tea and cookies available by donation to the Schubert Centre.
Time to get out those poodle skirts and blue suede shoes for a fun-filled evening with Sandy and Danny.
Grannies à Gogo presents the original Grease movie with all your favourite lyrics to sing along to.
Presented on the big screen at OK College Campus in Vernon – Room D-310. Doors open at 6:30 (rush seating).
Hosted by Rick and Coreen Smith – refreshments available – room for dancing!
We are going to have a great calendar! Thank you to everyone who entered photos in the contest and took part in the People's Choice event.
Thanks to our fantastic judge Ian Bull – very patient, informative and fun. He was impressed by the quality and variety of the photos entered.
Calendars will be ready for purchase soon – watch for an announcement as these sell quickly!!
Now is the time to start submitting your best photos for inclusion in our 2018 calendar! All of our calendars have proven to be favourites and have sold out within weeks of printing.
At the link below you'll find information, rules, and entry forms.
Nepal: A Pilgrimage in Diversity will be presented by Virginia Dansereau for Grannies à Gogo: the Vernon – South Africa Connection on at 7:00 pm at The People Place, 3402 – 27th Ave, Vernon. Admission $5. Join us as she explores city antiquity highlights juxtaposed with a rugged trek through spectacular mountains.
Vietnam – Fascinating History, Scenery, People and Cuisine will be presented by Carol Schroeder for Grannies à Gogo: the Vernon – South Africa Connection at 7:00 pm at The People Place, 3402 – 27th Ave, Vernon. Admission $5. Join us for a look at Vietnam's colourful sights, people and flavours.


Hey folks, I've got a 'Commando', 12 bore (2+1) shotgun, which comes with standard, black-painted wooden stock.
The barrel has a blade type fixed sight, with a standard fixed sight at the back. It's missing the little 'V' blade in the rear sight block, but I managed to hit clays OK despite this.
LOP on the stock is around 14 1/4".
I'll sort pics tomorrow or PM me your email addy and i'll send a couple.
Anyway, i'd like to swap this dirty beast for a .410, 28 or 20 bore shotgun of some kind - please let me know what you have. (No RFDing as I'd prefer face-to-face).