#CH-REP for Switzerland

[omcmedicalblog]

Labelling Requirements – Swiss Authorized Representative

Written, printed, or graphic information appears either on the device itself or on the packaging of each unit or the packaging of multiple devices (Art. 2 point 13 MDR). Timeline for Information on Indication of CH-REP “on the device” or “in the accompanying document.”

The provision for indication of CH-REP comes into effect on 26 May 2021 and is timeline based, applicable to devices of all classes (Class I, IIa, IIb, III).

For imported devices, the CH-REP should be indicated according to the below table:Device ClassCH-REP Symbol / Indication to be placed onClass I MDR DeviceWith effect from 26 May 2021 Until 31-Jul-2023Where: Either on the label (or) On the Document accompanying the device After 31-Jul-2023Where: On the labelClass IIa, IIb, III MDR DevicesWith effect from 26 May 2021 Where: On the labelMDD/AIMDD Devices with EU/EEA manufacturer or EC-REPWith effect from 26 May 2021 Where:MDD – On label (or) Instructions for Use (or) In Document accompanying the device   AIMDD – On sales packaging (and) Instructions for Use (or) In Document accompanying the deviceMDD/AIMDD Devices without EU/EEA manufacturer or EC-REPWith effect from 26 May 2021 Where:MDD – On label (or) Instructions for Use   AIMDD – On sales packaging (and) Instructions for Use

“CH-REP” Symbol

Representation / Usage of the “CH-REP” Symbol on the Device packaging

The name of the Swiss AR must be available on the product label.

The Name and Address of the Authorised Representative (AR) must appear adjacent to the symbol.

The mentioned Address must enable provision to contact the Swiss AR with sufficient contact details.

The symbol’s size and name are not defined; however, they must be adequately visible to the naked eye.

Symbols to Use

Where symbols are used, they must confirm to the harmonised standards. Swiss medic rule allows the sole use of the symbol without any description of the symbol explained in the product documentation enclosed.

Other CH-REP Representation(s)

Instead of the symbol, Swiss medic also permits the indication as stated below:

“CH-Authorised Representative”

“CH-REP”

“Authorised Representative for Switzerland”

Rules for Manufacturers from EU/EEA

Manufacturers placed in the EU/EEA also fall under this obligation to appoint their Swiss AR (called CH-REP or Swiss Rep or SAR). It is least expected that a single CH-REP is appointed for devices that belong to the same medical device group or family.

Source Reference Links

MedDO Ordinance – Swiss MedDO 812.213

MedDO Article 51 – Obligations of Swiss AR

MedDO Article 104a – Timeline to Appoint AR

Swiss Medical Device Labelling Requirements – Chapter III of Annex I to EU-MDR 2017/745

Originally Published at: https://omcmedical.com/labelling-requirements-swiss-authorized-representative/

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Sébastien Loeb X Tank Machine Indian ‘FTR Loeb’ Breaks Cover

Matching pair of the design to be built – one for Loeb & one for prize draw winner, Indian FTR Test ride prize draw entries close May 15. Winner to be presented with their ‘FTR Loeb’ during a VIP trip to Wheels & Waves. Celebrating his nine World Rally championships and his passion for motorcycles, the ‘FTR Loeb’ designed by Sebastien Loeb and built by renowned French builder, Tank Machine has broken cover. Loeb and Tank Machine have envisioned the ‘FTR Loeb’ as a unique interpretation of the American V-twin with a matching pair to be built – one for Loeb & one for a lucky prize draw winner. Indian Motorcycle announced the test ride campaign in February that will see one lucky winner presented with one of just two of these truly special and unique Indian FTR custom machines. Entries to the prize draw are open until May 15, and riders in participating countries can qualify for this once in a lifetime chance by registering online, selecting an Indian Motorcycle dealer, and visiting that dealer to take a test ride on any model from the Indian FTR lineup. The lucky winner will be randomly selected at the end of May ready to be whisked away on a VIP trip to Wheels & Waves in June meet the Tank Machine team and be presented with their ‘FTR Loeb’. Participating Countries / Registration Links: Austria             https://www.indianmotorcycleaustria.at/ Belgique FR https://www.indianmotorcyclebenelux.com/fr/ftr-loeb-form/ FL https://www.indianmotorcyclebenelux.com/fl/ftr-loeb-form/ Cyprus            https://www.indianmotorcyclecyprus.com/ftr-loeb-form/ Czech Rep.     https://www.indiancz.cz/ftr-loeb-form/ France             https://www.indianmotorcycle.fr/ftr-loeb-form/ Germany         https://www.indianmotorcycle.de/ftr-loeb-form/ Hungary          https://www.indianhungary.hu/ftr-loeb-form/ Luxembourg    https://www.indianmotorcyclebenelux.com/lu/ftr-loeb-form/ Netherlands    https://www.indianmotorcyclebenelux.com/ftr-loeb-form/ Poland             https://www.indianpoland.com/ftr-loeb-form/ Portugal          https://www.indianmotorcycle.pt/ftr-loeb-form/ Romania         https://www.indianmotorcycle.ro/ftr-loeb-form/ Slovakia          https://www.indiansk.sk/ftr-loeb-form/ South Africa    https://www.indianmotorcycle.co.za/ftr-loeb-form/ Spain               https://www.indianmotorcycle.es/ftr-loeb-form/ Switzerland CH-DE https://www.indianmotorcycle.ch/ftr-loeb-form/ CH-FR https://www.indianmotorcycle.ch/fr/ftr-loeb-form/ CH-IT https://www.indianmotorcycle.ch/it/ftr-loeb-form/ UK                   https://www.indianmotorcycle.co.uk/ftr-loeb-form/ For more Indian Motorcycle UK news check out our dedicated page Indian Motorcycle UK News or head to the official Indian Motorcycles UK website indianmotorcycle.co.uk/ Read the full article

[crazy4tank]

Arch Motorcycle’s KRGT-1 Is Now Euro 4 Compliant

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Arch Motorcycle’s KRGT-1 Is Now Euro 4 Compliant

A week ago we got note that Arch Motorbike had gained Euro 4 accreditation for its KRGT-1 cruiser . Why, you might request, is this a big deal? After all, Euro five is already in effect for new models launched as of January 2020. But the KRGT-1, released last year, counts as a coming back model so the company aimed to obtain that massive 124ci S& S/Arch V-twin engine in compliance with all the older, less stringent regulations. A positive is that the particular KRGT-1 is available on sale right now in European markets; actually an Euro-spec KRGT-1 will be displayed at the Swiss-Moto exhibition in Zurich this week.

Associated: Arch Motorcycle’s 2020 KRGT-1 Is here now

Meeting Euro four compliance for the big performance easy riding bike has been a major goal for Mid-foot, since co-founders Gard Hollinger plus Keanu Reeves were pretty apparent they wanted to keep the bike’s primary design concepts of simplicity plus elegance—things that often suffer first whenever new regulations are imposed. You could also ask why gaining certification within Europe is so important anyway? It is because there’s a huge market designed for motorcycles on the Continent, and if you may not offer bikes in Europe, occur to be missing out on a lot of worldwide sales. Even though Europeans aren't literally writing ALL OF US emission rules (for instance, the particular Yamaha VMAX is still available in The united states, but not Europe), their standards get a ripple effect around the globe irrespective.

“The focus to obtain Euro 4 certification and create Arch motorcycles available to more cyclists around the world, has taken a significant investment of your time, energy, and innovation, ” Hollinger said. “We didn’t want to simply make the existing bike meet the regulations, we all wanted to use the opportunity to make significant design updates throughout the machine. The advantage of partnerships with Bosch, Michelin, GHT Connectivity, K& N Engineering, plus S& S Cycle were enormously helpful throughout the entire process. ”

Related: The Ride On Arch Motorcycle’s Brand new 2020 KRGT-1

With the numbers, Euro 4 is much more stringent than the Euro 2 rules before it, dictating about fifty percent less CO emission and much less other chemical compounds. Euro 5 can be even more harsh, and will cut European 4 limits in half again, in addition it’ll apply to the lifetime of the car, yet another major obstacle to get over. But it sounds like Reeves has recognized that; “We took Euro four compliance as an opportunity to look at each element of the motorcycle, ” this individual said. “We didn’t just look into the parts we needed for certification; we-took on every element that we have been considering to redefine the motorbike moving forward. These design changes combined with the requirements for the legislation, have led to an even more refined Arch KRGT-1. ”

The huge 124ci S& S V-twin takes the main stage on the KRGT-1, but the bike’s furthermore carved out a good rep because of its handling and performance characteristics. The most recent model received more than 20 main changes from the last iteration, along with 150 newly designed and produced components making an appearance too. That includes redesigned bodywork, upgraded suspension system, ergonomic enhancements, updated braking components, and features like standard STOMACH MUSCLES. It’ll probably do quite well within Europe.

Distribution from the KRGT-1 within Euro 4 areas will be split between the parent business and two nominated distributors. Pertaining to Germany, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, and Luxembourg, distribution will be handled by Speedbox GmbH ( speed-box. ch/arch-2442. html ), whilst in the United Kingdom, it’s managed by Long term Moto ( futuremoto. co. uk ).

[insectark]

March 2020 Europe tour dates! Greece-Belgium-UK-Russia-Germany-Switzerland-Slovakia-Czech Rep-Poland. As always, updates at insectark.com and FB. 

06/03 GR, Athens - Fuzz Live Music Club 10/03 BE, Brussels - Café Central 11/03 UK, Bristol - The Lanes 12/03 UK, London - Electrowerkz 14/03 RU, Moscow - Mutabor 16/03 DE, Hamburg - Hafenklang 18/03 DE, Koln - MTC Cologne 20/03 CH, Winterthur - Gaswerk 22/03 SK, Bratislava- Kulturák klub 23/03 CZ, Prague - Klubovna 25/03 PL, Warsaw - Chmury 26/03 PL, Wroclaw - D.K. Luksus

[mdd3k1]

Truth of "United States"

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Truth of "United States"

The documents listed below are not secret. They are all on the Public Record.

1. The IRS is not a U.S. Government Agency. It is an Agency of the IMF. (Diversified Metal Products v. IRS et al. CV-93-405E-EJE U.S.D.C.D.I., Public Law 94-564, Senate Report 94-1148 pg. 5967, Reorganization Plan No. 26, Public Law 102-391.)

2. The IMF is an Agency of the UN. (Blacks Law Dictionary 6th Ed. Pg. 816)

3. The U.S. Has not had a Treasury since 1921. (41 Stat. Ch.214 pg. 654)

4. The U.S. Treasury is now the IMF. (Presidential Documents Volume 29-No.4 pg. 113, 22 U.S.C. 285-288)

5. The United States does not have any employees because there is no longer a United States. No more reorganizations. After over 200 years of operating under bankruptcy its finally over. (Executive Order 12803) Do not personate one of the creditors or share holders or you will go to Prison.18 U.S.C. 914

6. The FCC, CIA, FBI, NASA and all of the other alphabet gangs were never part of the United States government. Even though the “US Government” held shares of stock in the various Agencies. (U.S. V. Strang , 254 US 491, Lewis v. US, 680 F.2d, 1239)

7. Social Security Numbers are issued by the UN through the IMF. The Application for a Social Security Number is the SS5 form. The Department of the Treasury (IMF) issues the SS5 not the Social Security Administration. The new SS5 forms do not state who or what publishes them, the earlier SS5 forms state that they are Department of the Treasury forms. You can get a copy of the SS5 you filled out by sending form SSA-L996 to the SS Administration. (20 CFR chapter 111, subpart B 422.103 (b) (2) (2) Read the cites above)

8. There are no Judicial courts in America and there has not been since 1789. Judges do not enforce Statutes and Codes. Executive Administrators enforce Statutes and Codes. (FRC v. GE 281 US 464, Keller v. PE 261 US 428, 1 Stat. 138-178)

9. There have not been any Judges in America since 1789. There have just been Administrators. (FRC v. GE 281 US 464, Keller v. PE 261 US 428 1Stat. 138-178)

10. According to the GATT you must have a Social Security number. House Report (103-826)

11. We have One World Government, One World Law and a One World Monetary System. (Get the Disks)

12. The UN is a One World Super Government reporting to Vatican.

13. No one on this planet has ever been free. This planet is a Slave Colony. There has always been a One World Government. It is just that now it is much better organized and has changed its name as of 1945 to the United Nations.

14. New York City is defined in the Federal Regulations as the United Nations. Rudolph Gulliani stated on C-Span that “New York City was the capital of the World” and he was correct. (20 CFR chapter 111, subpart B 422.103 (b) (2) (2)

15. Social Security is not insurance or a contract, nor is there a Trust Fund. (Helvering v. Davis 301 US 619, Steward Co. V. Davis 301 US 548.)

16. Your Social Security check comes directly from the IMF which is an Agency of the UN. (Look at it if you receive one. It should have written on the top left United States Treasury.)

17. You own no property, slaves can’t own property. Read the Deed to the property that you think is yours. You are listed as a Tenant. (Senate Document 43, 73rd Congress 1st Session)

18. The most powerful court in America is not the United States Supreme Court but, the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania. (42 Pa.C.S.A. 502)

19. The Revolutionary War was a fraud. See (22, 23 and 24)

20. The King of England financially backed both sides of the Revolutionary war. (Treaty at Versailles July 16, 1782, Treaty of Peace 8 Stat 80)

21. You can not use the Constitution to defend yourself because you are not a party to it. (Padelford Fay & Co. v. The Mayor and Alderman of The City of Savannah 14 Georgia 438, 520)

22. America is a British Colony. (THE UNITED STATES IS A CORPORATION, NOT A LAND MASS AND IT EXISTED BEFORE THE REVOLUTIONARY WAR AND THE BRITISH TROOPS DID NOT LEAVE UNTIL 1796.) Respublica v. Sweers 1 Dallas 43, Treaty of Commerce 8 Stat 116, The Society for Propagating the Gospel, &c. V. New Haven 8 Wheat 464, Treaty of Peace 8 Stat 80, IRS Publication 6209, Articles of Association October 20, 1774.)

23. Britain is owned by the Vatican. (Treaty of 1213)

24. The Pope can abolish any law in the United States. (Elements of Ecclesiastical Law Vol.1 53-54)

25. A 1040 form is for tribute paid to Britain. (IRS Publication 6209)

26. The Pope claims to own the entire planet through the laws of conquest and discovery. (Papal Bulls of 1455 and 1493)

27. The Pope has ordered the genocide and enslavement of millions of people.(Papal Bulls of 1455 and 1493)

28. The Popes laws are obligatory on everyone. (Bened. XIV., De Syn. Dioec, lib, ix., c. vii., n. 4. Prati, 1844)(Syllabus, prop 28, 29, 44)

29. We are slaves and own absolutely nothing not even what we think are our children.(Tillman v. Roberts 108 So. 62, Van Koten v. Van Koten 154 N.E. 146, Senate Document 43 & 73rd Congress 1st Session, Wynehammer v. People 13 N.Y. REP 378, 481)

30. Military Dictator George Washington divided the States (Estates) into Districts. (Messages and papers of the Presidents Vo 1, pg. 99. Webster’s 1828 dictionary for definition of Estate.)

31.” The People” does not include you and me. (Barron v. Mayor & City Council of Baltimore. 32 U.S. 243)

32. The United States Government was not founded upon Christianity. (Treaty of Tripoli 8 Stat 154.)

33. It is not the duty of the police to protect you. Their job is to protect the Corporation and arrest code breakers. Sapp v. Tallahasee, 348 So. 2nd. 363, Reiff v. City of Philadelphia, 477 F.Supp. 1262, Lynch v. N.C. Dept of Justice 376 S.E. 2nd. 247.

34. Everything in the “United States” is For Sale: roads, bridges, schools, hospitals, water, prisons airports etc. I wonder who bought Klamath lake. Did anyone take the time to check? (Executive Order 12803)

35. We are Human capital. (Executive Order 13037)

36. The UN has financed the operations of the United States government for over 50 years and now owns every man, women and child in America. The UN also holds all of the Land in America in Fee Simple.

37. The good news is we don’t have to fulfill “our” fictitious obligations. You can discharge a fictitious obligation with another’s fictitious obligation.

38. The depression and World War II were a total farce. The United States and various other companies were making loans to others all over the World during the Depression. The building of Germanys infrastructure in the 1930’s including the Railroads was financed by the United States. That way those who call themselves “Kings,” “Prime Ministers,” and “Furor.”etc could sit back and play a game of chess using real people. Think of all of the Americans, Germans etc. who gave their lives thinking they were defending their Countries which didn’t even exist. The millions of innocent people who died for nothing. Isn’t it obvious why Switzerland is never involved in these fiascoes? That is where the “Bank of International Settlements” is located.Wars are manufactured to keep your eye off the ball. You have to have an enemy to keep the illusion of “Government” in place.

39. The “United States” did not declare Independence from Great Britain or King George.

[futurehistorynews]

CONGRESS APPROVES OF THE ‘RIGHTS OF ANIMALS ACT’

**The following article is fictional**

Thiago Lain, Oregon Post

Editor

July 17th, 2079

_________________________________________

The ‘Rights of Animals Act’ (Pub. L. 146-223; 18 U.S.C & Ch. 7) was passed by the senate today with 67 in favour, 32 against and 1 abstention in the form of independent senator Elsie Wynn of Tennessee.  President Grassi welcomed the decision describing it as a ‘reflection of America’s willingness to lead on relevant issues despite the rhetoric of today’s world’. The United States has become only the fourth nation to implement legal rights for non-human species following the introduction of such legislation in Switzerland, Catalonia and initially in Iceland who controversially banned its reasonably popular localized fishing tradition with a sweeping ban on all forms of animal exploitation in March 2074.

Today’s act bans small-scale fishing, the usage of animals for sport including horse racing and the act even outlaws dog shows. However if you have a cuddly friend at home as your household pet you need not worry of the national guard knocking down your door any time soon. The ARA as many activists in the animal rights community have referred to this act does not abolish pet ownership (although technically we should now say ‘pet stewardship’) since it is treated in a similar light to adopting a child whereby it is acceptable for an adult to have power over their child and yet that is of course not seen as slavery or exploitation. Although don’t try make money off of your pet or else you could, at least in theory find yourself in trouble with the law. All the while with the capacity of modern CGI, the film industry is largely speaking not fazed by this new era.

(The famous CGI cats from the 2073 comedy ‘A House of Hairballs’)

Filmmaker Leon Gray who produced the academy award-winning film Blue Race, the poignant true story of a Bangladeshi family caught in the devastating floods of 2048 was asked by one of our reporters Lana Cooper on Wednesday regarding his thoughts on the prospect of this act. Gray asserted that he’s not concerned. 'Nah, it doesn’t worry me. Barely any filmmakers use actual animals in films anymore. I don’t think it’s a big loss, you know?’ Despite Gray’s coolness, Director Josh Berger attacked him last night with his snappy RawU post 'Gray bro, I love you!! No really I do but come on?! CGI will never replace the real thing. There’s something special about having an actual real life animal on the screen. People aren’t stupid. No matter how real CGI looks, people can tell the difference. These animal rights people will never be happy. Should we ban child actors now too??’. Gray wasn’t the only one displeased with the introduction of the act. Former President Rain Gordon and current editor at the libertarian news outlet 'Free Fifty’ wrote quite a lengthy article two nights ago bemoaning the 'likely passage of this unnecessary act’. Gordon wasn’t necessarily suggesting that sports like horse racing should not face the axe eventually but he did believe giving actual rights to non-humans was too sudden of a move and that 'the government (was) in the business of getting things out of the way for the purpose of political efficiency at the expense of the ordinary citizen’.

This was the second attempt by Senator Daniel Campbell (D) of California to introduce this groundbreaking animal legislation. Campbell first introduced a similar bill known as the 'Non-human legal status bill’ in November 2075. The bill failed in the Lib-Rep majority congress. A handful of Lib-Reps did approve of the bill in the house but this was more than counterbalanced by the 11 democrats and 2 independents who either voted against or abstained from voting on the motion. The bill thus failed with 167 approving, 20 abstentions and a substantial disapproval with 248 against (or about 57% of the house). However, for the approval of this second bill it was time and a political shift that’s seemed to have counted the most. The changes in the new bill itself were slight and most importantly in its title than anything. This time the bill passed a democrat majority house, while more than 1 in 3 Lib Reps and 2 of the 3 right-wing independents also approved of the motion; 298 in favour, 4 abstentions and 133 against. That means the bill passed with a confident 68% house approval. Similarly 67 of the 100 senators of congress also approved so it may be of some comfort to animal rights activists to know that even if this bill required super-majorities it would have passed.

The days of the harsher forms of animal exploitation which many consider to have been atrocities such as livestock farming, fur farming and animal experimentation now seem long gone. For those of us who were around from the peak of the conventional meat industry in the earlier part of the 21st century and its inevitable fall to cultured meat and with the outlawing of factory farming, this act seems like merely the conclusion of a quieter after-argument, the mere aftershock of a magnitude eight earthquake. The legislation will fully come in to effect over a two year period, specifically to give time for organizations and companies based in activities outlawed as a result to phase themselves out. The government also guarantees compensation, which is to be attributed to individuals and companies affected proportionate to their operating income with the possibility of a case by case evaluation from their district court although a judge must first approve of a full court hearing which will be determined on the basis of whether the claims of the individual or individuals concerned appears to substantiate a reasonable case for a higher amount of compensation than is being initially offered by the government to said party. It would seem a day of glory for the animal rights movement both in the United States and across the world and while many activists are indeed celebrating (both online and offline), many remain humble and focused on yes, even more change. So perhaps the answer to Josh Berger’s question is never?

Head of the 'American Anti-Speciesist Society’ Owen Cole told us over a skype call from his Seattle flat that 'While obviously now we have achieved the rights of non-human animals in law and that is a success that really can’t be understated, we as activists have a duty to ensure that not only is this legislation properly enforced but that the punishment fits the crime, that is of course across the board for animal abuse, cruelty and exploitation. If a person tortures a cat, we want to make sure that person faces a substantial prison sentence and not just a slap on the wrist…. And sometimes they do but sometimes they don’t. The sort of sentences that animal abusers get in the United States varies greatly, right? And personally I think it’s more so than in any other area of criminality. Like, you know one person abuses an animal and they might get say six years,  then another person in some other part of the country does pretty much the same thing and they might only get a small fine. That’s the sort of thing we need to focus on here’.

Cole and others are also concerned with global efforts to end animal exploitation. Many of them will also turn much of their attention to the introduction of similar legislation across the world and also to at the very least outlaw practices such as fur farming and animal circuses which are still allowed in some countries despite the majority of nations banning such practices in the first half of the century. Another emerging debate in the animal rights movement or 'anti-speciesist movement’ as Cole insisted we should label it and that is the question of wild animal suffering and whether humans should intervene. It’s proving a hot topic in the community and with/among environmentalists with no clear opinion seeming to hold a strong majority in either case. Of course the technology for such hypothetical interventions does not seem to be here yet, at least not on the scale that some proponents have discussed in the articles I’ve read and the videos I’ve watched on this subject. Perhaps with the end of one era of animal rights, we are now entering a whole new one and we’ll be discussing 'The Wild Animal Intervention Act’ in 2139. Only time will tell.

[deanmullenfilms]

CONGRESS APPROVES OF THE ‘RIGHTS OF ANIMALS ACT’

**The following article is fictional**

Thiago Lain

Editor

July 17th, 2079

_________________________________________

The ‘Rights of Animals Act’ (Pub. L. 146-223; 18 U.S.C & Ch. 7) was passed by the senate today with 67 in favour, 32 against and 1 abstention in the form of independent senator Elsie Wynn of Tennessee.  President Grassi welcomed the decision describing it as a ‘reflection of America’s willingness to lead on relevant issues despite the rhetoric of today’s world’. The United States has become only the fourth nation to implement legal rights for non-human species following the introduction of such legislation in Switzerland, Catalonia and initially in Iceland who controversially banned its reasonably popular localized fishing tradition with a sweeping ban on all forms of animal exploitation in March 2074.

Today’s act bans small-scale fishing, the usage of animals for sport including horse racing and the act even outlaws dog shows. However if you have a cuddly friend at home as your household pet you need not worry of the national guard knocking down your door any time soon. The ARA as many activists in the animal rights community have referred to this act does not abolish pet ownership (although technically we should now say 'pet stewardship’) since it is treated in a similar light to adopting a child whereby it is acceptable for an adult to have power over their child and yet that is of course not seen as slavery or exploitation. Although don’t try make money off of your pet or else you could, at least in theory find yourself in trouble with the law. All the while with the capacity of modern CGI, the film industry is largely speaking not fazed by this new era.

(The famous CGI cats from the 2073 comedy ‘A House of Hairballs’)

Filmmaker Leon Gray who produced the academy award-winning film Blue Race, the poignant true story of a Bangladeshi family caught in the devastating floods of 2048 was asked by one of our reporters Lana Cooper on Wednesday regarding his thoughts on the prospect of this act. Gray asserted that he’s not concerned. 'Nah, it doesn’t worry me. Barely any filmmakers use actual animals in films anymore. I don’t think it’s a big loss, you know?’ Despite Gray’s coolness, Director Josh Berger attacked him last night with his snappy RawU post 'Gray bro, I love you!! No really I do but come on?! CGI will never replace the real thing. There’s something special about having an actual real life animal on the screen. People aren’t stupid. No matter how real CGI looks, people can tell the difference. These animal rights people will never be happy. Should we ban child actors now too??’. Gray wasn’t the only one displeased with the introduction of the act. Former President Rain Gordon and current editor at the libertarian news outlet 'Free Fifty’ wrote quite a lengthy article two nights ago bemoaning the 'likely passage of this unnecessary act’. Gordon wasn’t necessarily suggesting that sports like horse racing should not face the axe eventually but he did believe giving actual rights to non-humans was too sudden of a move and that 'the government (was) in the business of getting things out of the way for the purpose of political efficiency at the expense of the ordinary citizen’.

This was the second attempt by Senator Daniel Campbell (D) of California to introduce this groundbreaking animal legislation. Campbell first introduced a similar bill known as the 'Non-human legal status bill’ in November 2075. The bill failed in the Lib-Rep majority congress. A handful of Lib-Reps did approve of the bill in the house but this was more than counterbalanced by the 11 democrats and 2 independents who either voted against or abstained from voting on the motion. The bill thus failed with 167 approving, 20 abstentions and a substantial disapproval with 248 against (or about 57% of the house). However, for the approval of this second bill it was time and a political shift that’s seemed to have counted the most. The changes in the new bill itself were slight and most importantly in its title than anything. This time the bill passed a democrat majority house, while more than 1 in 3 Lib Reps and 2 of the 3 right-wing independents also approved of the motion; 298 in favour, 4 abstentions and 133 against. That means the bill passed with a confident 68% house approval. Similarly 67 of the 100 senators of congress also approved so it may be of some comfort to animal rights activists to know that even if this bill required super-majorities it would have passed.

The days of the harsher forms of animal exploitation which many consider to have been atrocities such as livestock farming, fur farming and animal experimentation now seem long gone. For those of us who were around from the peak of the conventional meat industry in the earlier part of the 21st century and its inevitable fall to cultured meat and with the outlawing of factory farming, this act seems like merely the conclusion of a quieter after-argument, the mere aftershock of a magnitude eight earthquake. The legislation will fully come in to effect over a two year period, specifically to give time for organizations and companies based in activities outlawed as a result to phase themselves out. The government also guarantees compensation, which is to be attributed to individuals and companies affected proportionate to their operating income with the possibility of a case by case evaluation from their district court although a judge must first approve of a full court hearing which will be determined on the basis of whether the claims of the individual or individuals concerned appears to substantiate a reasonable case for a higher amount of compensation than is being initially offered by the government to said party. It would seem a day of glory for the animal rights movement both in the United States and across the world and while many activists are indeed celebrating (both online and offline), many remain humble and focused on yes, even more change. So perhaps the answer to Josh Berger’s question is never?

Head of the 'American Anti-Speciesist Society’ Owen Cole told us over a skype call from his Seattle flat that 'While obviously now we have achieved the rights of non-human animals in law and that is a success that really can’t be understated, we as activists have a duty to ensure that not only is this legislation properly enforced but that the punishment fits the crime, that is of course across the board for animal abuse, cruelty and exploitation. If a person tortures a cat, we want to make sure that person faces a substantial prison sentence and not just a slap on the wrist…. And sometimes they do but sometimes they don’t. The sort of sentences that animal abusers get in the United States varies greatly, right? And personally I think it’s more so than in any other area of criminality. Like, you know one person abuses an animal and they might get say six years,  then another person in some other part of the country does pretty much the same thing and they might only get a small fine. That’s the sort of thing we need to focus on here’.

Cole and others are also concerned with global efforts to end animal exploitation. Many of them will also turn much of their attention to the introduction of similar legislation across the world and also to at the very least outlaw practices such as fur farming and animal circuses which are still allowed in some countries despite the majority of nations banning such practices in the first half of the century. Another emerging debate in the animal rights movement or 'anti-speciesist movement’ as Cole insisted we should label it and that is the question of wild animal suffering and whether humans should intervene. It’s proving a hot topic in the community and with/among environmentalists with no clear opinion seeming to hold a strong majority in either case. Of course the technology for such hypothetical interventions does not seem to be here yet, at least not on the scale that some proponents have discussed in the articles I’ve read and the videos I’ve watched on this subject. Perhaps with the end of one era of animal rights, we are now entering a whole new one and we’ll be discussing 'The Wild Animal Intervention Act’ in 2139. Only time will tell.

Let us know below if you have an opinion on the Rights of Animals Act!

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Arch Motorcycle’s KRGT-1 Is Now Euro 4 Compliant

New Post has been published on https://coolcarsnews.com/arch-motorcycles-krgt-1-is-now-euro-4-compliant/

Arch Motorcycle’s KRGT-1 Is Now Euro 4 Compliant

A week ago we got note that Arch Motorbike had gained Euro 4 accreditation for its KRGT-1 cruiser . Why, you might request, is this a big deal? After all, Euro five is already in effect for new models launched as of January 2020. But the KRGT-1, released last year, counts as a coming back model so the company aimed to obtain that massive 124ci S& S/Arch V-twin engine in compliance with all the older, less stringent regulations. A positive is that the particular KRGT-1 is available on sale right now in European markets; actually an Euro-spec KRGT-1 will be displayed at the Swiss-Moto exhibition in Zurich this week.

Associated: Arch Motorcycle’s 2020 KRGT-1 Is here now

Meeting Euro four compliance for the big performance easy riding bike has been a major goal for Mid-foot, since co-founders Gard Hollinger plus Keanu Reeves were pretty apparent they wanted to keep the bike’s primary design concepts of simplicity plus elegance—things that often suffer first whenever new regulations are imposed. You could also ask why gaining certification within Europe is so important anyway? It is because there’s a huge market designed for motorcycles on the Continent, and if you may not offer bikes in Europe, occur to be missing out on a lot of worldwide sales. Even though Europeans aren't literally writing ALL OF US emission rules (for instance, the particular Yamaha VMAX is still available in The united states, but not Europe), their standards get a ripple effect around the globe irrespective.

“The focus to obtain Euro 4 certification and create Arch motorcycles available to more cyclists around the world, has taken a significant investment of your time, energy, and innovation, ” Hollinger said. “We didn’t want to simply make the existing bike meet the regulations, we all wanted to use the opportunity to make significant design updates throughout the machine. The advantage of partnerships with Bosch, Michelin, GHT Connectivity, K& N Engineering, plus S& S Cycle were enormously helpful throughout the entire process. ”

Related: The Ride On Arch Motorcycle’s Brand new 2020 KRGT-1

With the numbers, Euro 4 is much more stringent than the Euro 2 rules before it, dictating about fifty percent less CO emission and much less other chemical compounds. Euro 5 can be even more harsh, and will cut European 4 limits in half again, in addition it’ll apply to the lifetime of the car, yet another major obstacle to get over. But it sounds like Reeves has recognized that; “We took Euro four compliance as an opportunity to look at each element of the motorcycle, ” this individual said. “We didn’t just look into the parts we needed for certification; we-took on every element that we have been considering to redefine the motorbike moving forward. These design changes combined with the requirements for the legislation, have led to an even more refined Arch KRGT-1. ”

The huge 124ci S& S V-twin takes the main stage on the KRGT-1, but the bike’s furthermore carved out a good rep because of its handling and performance characteristics. The most recent model received more than 20 main changes from the last iteration, along with 150 newly designed and produced components making an appearance too. That includes redesigned bodywork, upgraded suspension system, ergonomic enhancements, updated braking components, and features like standard STOMACH MUSCLES. It’ll probably do quite well within Europe.

Distribution from the KRGT-1 within Euro 4 areas will be split between the parent business and two nominated distributors. Pertaining to Germany, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, and Luxembourg, distribution will be handled by Speedbox GmbH ( speed-box. ch/arch-2442. html ), whilst in the United Kingdom, it’s managed by Long term Moto ( futuremoto. co. uk ).

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Arch Motorcycle’s KRGT-1 Is Now Euro 4 Compliant

New Post has been published on https://coolcarsnews.com/arch-motorcycles-krgt-1-is-now-euro-4-compliant/

Arch Motorcycle’s KRGT-1 Is Now Euro 4 Compliant

A week ago we got note that Arch Motorbike had gained Euro 4 accreditation for its KRGT-1 cruiser . Why, you might request, is this a big deal? After all, Euro five is already in effect for new models launched as of January 2020. But the KRGT-1, released last year, counts as a coming back model so the company aimed to obtain that massive 124ci S& S/Arch V-twin engine in compliance with all the older, less stringent regulations. A positive is that the particular KRGT-1 is available on sale right now in European markets; actually an Euro-spec KRGT-1 will be displayed at the Swiss-Moto exhibition in Zurich this week.

Associated: Arch Motorcycle’s 2020 KRGT-1 Is here now

Meeting Euro four compliance for the big performance easy riding bike has been a major goal for Mid-foot, since co-founders Gard Hollinger plus Keanu Reeves were pretty apparent they wanted to keep the bike’s primary design concepts of simplicity plus elegance—things that often suffer first whenever new regulations are imposed. You could also ask why gaining certification within Europe is so important anyway? It is because there’s a huge market designed for motorcycles on the Continent, and if you may not offer bikes in Europe, occur to be missing out on a lot of worldwide sales. Even though Europeans aren't literally writing ALL OF US emission rules (for instance, the particular Yamaha VMAX is still available in The united states, but not Europe), their standards get a ripple effect around the globe irrespective.

“The focus to obtain Euro 4 certification and create Arch motorcycles available to more cyclists around the world, has taken a significant investment of your time, energy, and innovation, ” Hollinger said. “We didn’t want to simply make the existing bike meet the regulations, we all wanted to use the opportunity to make significant design updates throughout the machine. The advantage of partnerships with Bosch, Michelin, GHT Connectivity, K& N Engineering, plus S& S Cycle were enormously helpful throughout the entire process. ”

Related: The Ride On Arch Motorcycle’s Brand new 2020 KRGT-1

With the numbers, Euro 4 is much more stringent than the Euro 2 rules before it, dictating about fifty percent less CO emission and much less other chemical compounds. Euro 5 can be even more harsh, and will cut European 4 limits in half again, in addition it’ll apply to the lifetime of the car, yet another major obstacle to get over. But it sounds like Reeves has recognized that; “We took Euro four compliance as an opportunity to look at each element of the motorcycle, ” this individual said. “We didn’t just look into the parts we needed for certification; we-took on every element that we have been considering to redefine the motorbike moving forward. These design changes combined with the requirements for the legislation, have led to an even more refined Arch KRGT-1. ”

The huge 124ci S& S V-twin takes the main stage on the KRGT-1, but the bike’s furthermore carved out a good rep because of its handling and performance characteristics. The most recent model received more than 20 main changes from the last iteration, along with 150 newly designed and produced components making an appearance too. That includes redesigned bodywork, upgraded suspension system, ergonomic enhancements, updated braking components, and features like standard STOMACH MUSCLES. It’ll probably do quite well within Europe.

Distribution from the KRGT-1 within Euro 4 areas will be split between the parent business and two nominated distributors. Pertaining to Germany, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, and Luxembourg, distribution will be handled by Speedbox GmbH ( speed-box. ch/arch-2442. html ), whilst in the United Kingdom, it’s managed by Long term Moto ( futuremoto. co. uk ).

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CONGRESS APPROVES OF THE ‘RIGHTS OF ANIMALS ACT’

*The following article is fictional*

Thiago Lain

Editor

July 17th, 2079

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The ‘Rights of Animals Act’ (Pub. L. 146-223; 18 U.S.C & Ch. 7) was passed by the senate today with 67 in favour, 32 against and 1 abstention in the form of independent senator Elsie Wynn of Tennessee.  President Grassi welcomed the decision describing it as a 'reflection of America’s willingness to lead on relevant issues despite the rhetoric of today’s world’. The United States has become only the fourth nation to implement legal rights for non-human species following the introduction of such legislation in Switzerland, Catalonia and initially in Iceland who controversially banned its reasonably popular localized fishing tradition with a sweeping ban on all forms of animal exploitation in March 2074.

Today’s act bans small-scale fishing, the usage of animals for sport including horse racing and the act even outlaws dog shows. However if you have a cuddly friend at home as your household pet you need not worry of the national guard knocking down your door any time soon. The ARA as many activists in the animal rights community have referred to this act does not abolish pet ownership (although technically we should now say 'pet stewardship’) since it is treated in a similar light to adopting a child whereby it is acceptable for an adult to have power over their child and yet that is of course not seen as slavery or exploitation. Although don’t try make money off of your pet or else you could, at least in theory find yourself in trouble with the law. All the while with the capacity of modern CGI, the film industry is largely speaking not fazed by this new era.

(The famous CGI cats from the 2073 comedy ‘A House of Hairballs’)

Filmmaker Leon Gray who produced the academy award-winning film Blue Race, the poignant true story of a Bangladeshi family caught in the devastating floods of 2048 was asked by one of our reporters Lana Cooper on Wednesday regarding his thoughts on the prospect of this act. Gray asserted that he’s not concerned. 'Nah, it doesn’t worry me. Barely any filmmakers use actual animals in films anymore. I don’t think it’s a big loss, you know?’ Despite Gray’s coolness, Director Josh Berger attacked him last night with his snappy RawU post 'Gray bro, I love you!! No really I do but come on?! CGI will never replace the real thing. There’s something special about having an actual real life animal on the screen. People aren’t stupid. No matter how real CGI looks, people can tell the difference. These animal rights people will never be happy. Should we ban child actors now too??’. Gray wasn’t the only one displeased with the introduction of the act. Former President Rain Gordon and current editor at the libertarian news outlet 'Free Fifty’ wrote quite a lengthy article two nights ago bemoaning the 'likely passage of this unnecessary act’. Gordon wasn’t necessarily suggesting that sports like horse racing should not face the axe eventually but he did believe giving actual rights to non-humans was too sudden of a move and that 'the government (was) in the business of getting things out of the way for the purpose of political efficiency at the expense of the ordinary citizen’.

This was the second attempt by Senator Daniel Campbell (D) of California to introduce this groundbreaking animal legislation. Campbell first introduced a similar bill known as the 'Non-human legal status bill’ in November 2075. The bill failed in the Lib-Rep majority congress. A handful of Lib-Reps did approve of the bill in the house but this was more than counterbalanced by the 11 democrats and 2 independents who either voted against or abstained from voting on the motion. The bill thus failed with 167 approving, 20 abstentions and a substantial disapproval with 248 against (or about 57% of the house). However, for the approval of this second bill it was time and a political shift that’s seemed to have counted the most. The changes in the new bill itself were slight and most importantly in its title more than anything. This time the bill passed a democrat majority house, while more than 1 in 3 Lib Reps and 2 of the 3 right-wing independents also approved of the motion; 298 in favour, 4 abstentions and 133 against. That means the bill passed with a confident 68% house approval. Similarly 67 of the 100 senators of congress also approved so it may be of some comfort to animal rights activists to know that even if this bill required super-majorities it would have passed.

The days of the harsher forms of animal exploitation which many consider to have been atrocities such as livestock farming, fur farming and animal experimentation now seem long gone. For those of us who were around from the peak of the conventional meat industry in the earlier part of the 21st century and its inevitable fall to cultured meat and with the outlawing of factory farming, this act seems like merely the conclusion of a quieter after-argument, an aftershock following the magnitude eight earthquake. The legislation will fully come in to effect over a two year period, specifically to give time for organizations and companies based in activities outlawed as a result to phase themselves out. The government also guarantees compensation, which is to be attributed to individuals and companies affected proportionate to their operating income with the possibility of a case by case evaluation from their district court although a judge must first approve of a full court hearing which will be determined on the basis of whether the claims of the individual or individuals concerned appears to substantiate a reasonable case for a higher amount of compensation than is being initially offered by the government to said party. It would seem a day of glory for the animal rights movement both in the United States and across the world and while many activists are indeed celebrating (both online and offline), many remain humble and focused on yes, even more change. So perhaps the answer to Josh Berger’s question is never?

Head of the 'American Anti-Speciesist Society’ Owen Cole told us over a skype call from his Seattle flat that 'While obviously now we have achieved the rights of non-human animals in law and that is a success that really can’t be understated, we as activists have a duty to ensure that not only is this legislation properly enforced but that the punishment fits the crime, that is of course across the board for animal abuse, cruelty and exploitation. If a person tortures a cat, we want to make sure that person faces a substantial prison sentence and not just a slap on the wrist…. And sometimes they do but sometimes they don’t. The sort of sentences that animal abusers get in the United States varies greatly, right? And personally I think it’s more so than in any other area of criminality. Like, you know one person abuses an animal and they might get say six years,  then another person in some other part of the country does pretty much the same thing and they might only get a small fine. That’s the sort of thing we need to focus on here’.

Cole and others are also concerned with global efforts to end animal exploitation. Many of them will also turn much of their attention to the introduction of similar legislation across the world and also to at the very least outlaw practices such as fur farming and animal circuses which are still allowed in some countries despite the majority of nations banning such practices in the first half of the century. Another emerging debate in the animal rights movement or 'anti-speciesist movement’ as Cole insisted we should label it and that is the question of wild animal suffering and whether humans should intervene. It’s proving a hot topic in the community and with/among environmentalists with no clear opinion seeming to hold a strong majority in either case. Of course the technology for such hypothetical interventions does not seem to be here yet, at least not on the scale that some proponents have discussed in the articles I’ve read and the videos I’ve watched on this subject. Perhaps with the end of one era of animal rights, we are now entering a whole new one and we’ll be discussing 'The Wild Animal Intervention Act’ in 2139. Only time will tell.

Let us know below if you have an opinion on the Rights of Animals Act!

Subscribe to our news letter for regular updates and for more political articles.